Casa editrice: Wildside Press
Something was desperately wrong out in the void of space, and Gregg had the unfortunate assignment to track it down—and fix the problem, whatever it might be!
In the seeming calm in Maple Pelridge's life, lies an extraordinary story of transformation and rediscovery. Maple Pelridge, a woman scarred by a traumatic past, has kept her secrets and her most intense emotions hidden for years, until an unknown force bursts into her life, unearthing buried emotions and revealing a deeper purpose in her existence. Mister Universe, a mysterious being who defies human comprehension, enters the scene, bringing with him the very essence of life, a being named Haja. As the forces of the universe conspire around her, Maple finds herself in a whirlwind of experiences that challenge her sanity and that of those around her. With Maple's family and friends questioning her mental health, and she herself struggling to find answers, Maple is forced to confront the truth that hides behind the veils of reality. Caught between the tangible and the intangible, Maple immerses herself in a journey of self-discovery that takes her to the deepest corners of her being and beyond. Along this fascinating journey, Maple discovers the magic that lies in the interconnectedness of all things. As life unfolds, Maple learns that the keys to the secrets of her own existence lie before her eyes, waiting to be discovered in the mysteries of nature around her. "Haja's Call" is a captivating story that reminds us that true magic lies in connecting with the universe and the beauty of nature around us. Immerse yourself in this story of rediscovery, where the answers to life's mysteries are at hand, waiting to be discovered by those willing to open their hearts to the magic of the universe and the vital presence of Haja.Mostra libro
In the city of Tarian, where mastery over the tides is essential for the city’s very existence, an unforeseen and unthinkable thing has happened. The Master of Tides—Tarian’s guardian for over seven hundred years—has died, and the Sand Coin, the object that gives the Master his power, has vanished into the shadows. With the Sand Coin missing and Tarian under threat from an impending cataclysmic event, Cora, a spirited orphan girl laboring in the city’s Water Works, embarks on a desperate quest to save her city. Along with Will, her charming yet unwelcome companion, Cora discovers that to find the Sand Coin, she must join the magical Wandering Circus. But who in this mysterious and dangerous troupe of young performers can she trust? And how far will Cora have to travel with the circus in order to bring the Sand Coin home?Mostra libro
Why did we let the machines assimilate our musical culture? In a world where machines create most music, Alice Parsons is fed up, but what can she do? When she loses the only job she’d ever liked, she stumbles on a club that caters only to humans. She’s intrigued, and decides to inquire within. She discovers a group of rebels who’s values align with her own. The president of MuseFam, the largest supplier of AI generated music takes an interest in the group of rebels and wants them stopped. Someone from Alice’s past reenters her life, suddenly her world is turned upside down, and she’s forced to come to terms with her situation. Will Alice’s past ruin her future? Will she be able to reintroduce human produced music to a society brainwashed with AI generated rubbish? Find out in this Cyberpunk saga. If you like Cyberpunk or Dystopian Fiction then you will love Sonorous. Pick up Sonorous to discover this electrifying series today!Mostra libro
A “warm, funny, and wonderfully inclusive fantasy” (Sangu Mandanna), this feel-good comedy by author Olivia Atwater mixes angels, demons, romance, and chocolate into a perfectly petty and wickedly entertaining novel. A little bit of sin is good for the soul. Gadriel, the fallen angel of petty temptations, has a bit of a gambling debt. Fortunately, her angelic bookie is happy to let her pay off her debts by doing what she does best: All Gadriel has to do is tempt miserably sinless mortal Holly Harker to do a few nice things for herself. What should be a cakewalk of a job soon runs into several roadblocks, however, as Miss Harker politely refuses every attempt at temptation from Gadriel the woman, Gadriel the man, and Gadriel the adorable fluffy kitten. When even chocolate fails to move Gadriel’s target, the ex-guardian angel begins to suspect she’s been conned. But Gadriel still remembers her previous job… and where petty temptations fail, small miracles might yet prevail. Olivia Atwater explores love, grief, and the very last bit of chocolate in this sweet modern fantasy, full of wit and heart. Pick up Small Miracles, and enjoy a heavenly comedy from the author of Half a Soul. Praise for Small Miracles “Warm, funny and wonderfully inclusive, Small Miracles is a delightful fantasy about the extraordinary power of small, seemingly insignificant kindnesses and joys.” —Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches "Full of fallen angels, petty gambling, and lots of chocolate, Small Miracles is a sweet and cozy delight—think Good Omens with lower stakes and more heart. I fell in love with this ridiculously charming book and hope others do, too." — Julie Leong, author of The Teller of Small FortunesMostra libro
A Nebula Award nominee, Dr. Bloodmoney is Hugo Award–winner Philip K. Dick's darkly comic riff on Stanley Kubrick's Cold War black comedy, Dr. Strangelove, a look at how humanity gets along after the end of the world. "A masterpiece."—Roberto BolañoWhat happens after the bombs drop? This is the troubling question Philip K. Dick addresses with Dr. Bloodmoney, or How We Got Along After the Bomb. It is the story of a world reeling from the effects of nuclear annihilation and fallout, a world where mutated humans and animals are the norm, and the scattered survivors take comfort from a disc jockey endlessly circling the globe in a broken-down satellite. And hidden among the survivors is Dr. Bloodmoney himself, the man responsible for it all. This bizarre cast of characters cajole, seduce, and backstab in their attempts to get ahead in what is left of the world, consequences and casualties be damned. A sort of companion to Dr. Strangelove—an unofficial and unhinged sequel—Dick’s novel is just as full of dark comedy and just as chilling.Mostra libro
Deep within a shadowed forest stands an ancient castle ruled by a powerful and merciless fairy—one who turns love into captivity and innocence into song. Jorinda and Jorindel are young, devoted, and newly promised to one another when they wander too close to this cursed place. In a single, devastating moment, Jorinda is transformed into a nightingale and imprisoned among hundreds of enchanted birds, while Jorindel is left helpless, bound by magic and grief. Driven by love and guided by a prophetic dream, Jorindel embarks on a quiet but determined quest to break the spell that stole his beloved away. Armed only with hope and a mysterious purple flower, he dares to return to the fairy’s domain—where ancient magic, dark enchantments, and redemption await. One of the Brothers Grimm’s most haunting and romantic fairy tales, Jorinda and Jorindel weaves together themes of forbidden magic, steadfast devotion, and the triumph of love over cruelty. Narrated with elegance and emotional depth by Joanna Agee, this classic tale unfolds like a spell whispered at twilight—beautiful, eerie, and unforgettable.Mostra libro
