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  Ideal Husband An

  Oscar Wilde

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  "An Ideal Husband" is a comedic play written by Oscar Wilde, first performed in 1895. It is one of Wilde's society comedies, which satirize the manners and morals of Victorian society. The play explores themes of political and moral corruption, blackmail, and the complexities of maintaining an ideal public image. The plot revolves around Sir Robert Chiltern, a successful and morally upright politician, and his wife, Lady Gertrude Chiltern. Their seemingly perfect lives are threatened when a mysterious woman named Mrs. Cheveley enters the scene. Mrs. Cheveley possesses a letter that could ruin Sir Robert's political career, and she attempts to use this information to her advantage. 
   
  As the drama unfolds, Wilde introduces a cast of witty and eccentric characters, including Lord Arthur Goring, a close friend of Sir Robert, and Mabel Chiltern, Sir Robert's sister. Lord Goring, known for his dandyish charm and clever quips, becomes a central figure in the attempts to resolve the conflicts and unveil the truth behind Sir Robert's past. Throughout the play, Wilde explores the themes of morality and forgiveness, highlighting the contrast between public and private personas. The characters grapple with the societal expectations placed upon them, and the play humorously exposes the hypocrisies of the upper class while offering a reflection on the nature of human flaws. "An Ideal Husband" is celebrated for its sparkling dialogue, clever wit, and insightful observations about the moral fabric of society. Like many of Wilde's works, it showcases his mastery of satire and his ability to blend humor with social commentary. The play remains a popular and frequently performed piece in the canon of Wildean literature.

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  People of the Dark

  Robert E. Howard

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  "People of the Dark" is a short story by Robert E. Howard, first published in 1932. The tale blends elements of fantasy, horror, and adventure, set within the dark and mysterious world of ancient races and reincarnation. The protagonist, John O'Brien, experiences strange dreams in which he finds himself in a past life as a warrior named Conan. Through these visions, he discovers a lost civilization and becomes entangled in an ancient conflict.The story is notable for its exploration of themes such as the cyclical nature of time, the struggle for power, and the primal instincts buried deep within human nature. Howard's vivid descriptions of underground cities, eerie creatures, and brutal combat create a captivating atmosphere that pulls readers into the shadowy depths of a forgotten world."People of the Dark" is also significant for its early depiction of Conan, a character who would later become one of Howard's most famous creations. Although the Conan in this story is not fully developed as the iconic Cimmerian barbarian, the themes and tone foreshadow Howard's later works. This story exemplifies Howard's skill at blending action with an eerie sense of the supernatural.

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  Diamond in the Rough (American...

  Jennifer Turano

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  To save her family from financial ruin, Miss Poppy Garrison accepts an unusual proposition to participate in the New York social season in exchange for her grandmother settling a family loan that has unexpectedly come due. Ill-equipped to handle the intricacies of mingling within the New York Four Hundred, Poppy becomes embroiled in one hilarious fiasco after another, doomed to suffer a grand societal failure instead of being deemed the diamond of the first water her grandmother longs for her to become.  
   
  Reginald Blackburn, second son of a duke, has been forced to travel to America to help his cousin, Charles Wynn, Earl of Lonsdale, find an American heiress to wed in order to shore up his family estate that is in desperate need of funds. Reginald himself has no interest in finding an heiress to marry, but when Poppy's grandmother asks him to give etiquette lessons to Poppy, he swiftly discovers he may be in for much more than he bargained for.

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  High Hawk

  Amy Frykholm

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  It's 1970, and on the Windy Creek Reservation in South Dakota, amidst the rise of AIM in neighboring Pine Ridge, a baby boy appears on the doorstep of St. Rose Catholic Church. His appearance disrupts the life of reservation priest Father Joe Kreitzer. The child, whom they name Bear, finds refuge under the care of Father Joe's closest friend, Alice Nighthawk. 
   
   
   
  Thirteen years pass without event, when Alice's older son, Albert, is mysteriously murdered outside a bar in Rapid City, and Bear is accused of attempting to kill the only person who knows what happened that night. At the same time, Father Joe receives a letter from a person from his past, the only woman who made him question the path of priesthood. She has reached out to Father Joe as one of the few who might help her. To keep Bear's case from federal prosecution, Father Joe and Alice begin a search for Bear's long-lost mother. But their journey unearths more than they bargained for. 
   
   
   
  High Hawk is a rich tapestry of love and history, delving into the delicate intricacies of the past and the redemptive power of second chances. Through evocative prose, the lives of those on the fringes of American culture come alive, navigating adversity and forging connections against all odds.

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  Jawbone

  Mónica Ojeda

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  "Was desire something like being possessed by a nightmare?" 
   
   
   
  Fernanda and Annelise are so close they are practically sisters: a double image, inseparable. So how does Fernanda end up bound on the floor of a deserted cabin, held hostage by one of her teachers and estranged from Annelise? 
   
   
   
  When Fernanda, Annelise, and their friends from the Delta Bilingual Academy convene after school, Annelise leads them in thrilling but increasingly dangerous rituals to a rhinestoned, Dior-scented, drag-queen god of her own invention. Even more perilous is the secret Annelise and Fernanda share, rooted in a dare in which violence meets love. Meanwhile, their literature teacher Miss Clara, who is obsessed with imitating her dead mother, struggles to preserve her deteriorating sanity. Each day she edges nearer to a total break with reality. 
   
   
   
  Interweaving pop culture references and horror concepts drawn from from Herman Melville, H. P. Lovecraft, and anonymous "creepypastas," Jawbone is an ominous, multivocal novel that explores the terror inherent in the pure potentiality of adolescence and the fine line between desire and fear.

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  Heated

  Iesha Bree

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  After stepping out on her own, ignoring the negative criticism of her past, Jennifer Newton has become a sought after chef. All seems to be going well until every choice she has made for her life comes into question.Kadeem Harris found himself at a crossroads four years ago when Jen told him she was pregnant. It doesn't help that she is two years younger than him and also his best friend's sister. He is given two choices, either step up or get lost. Leaving isn't an option, so Kadeem makes the needed changes in order to take care of his child.Co-parenting is a breeze between Kadeem and Jennifer, until one day the family he was afraid to have is threatened. His heart is in the same predicament when the lines they've built become a little blurry. Will Jen and Kadeem be able to work through all the criticism and realize what's best for them, or will they allow the opinions of others and self-doubt hinder their possibilities? 
   
  Contains mature themes.

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