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Don't miss this sensational romantasy retelling of Beauty and the Beast that gets steamier with every book! Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout!_________________________IN A VOID SUSPENDED IN TIME,I FIND MYSELF TRAPPED IN AN ABYSS OF DARKNESS AND DESPAIR.With Daniella suspended close to death, Prince Kalyll storms through the fae realm with one goal: revenge upon the people who put her there. But in his absence, the fate of Kalyll's kingdom teeters precariously as his treacherous brother, Cardian, schemes to plunge the realm into all-out war. Cardian's alliance with the heartless and ambitious Unseelie King threatens to shatter the fragile peace that remains. As Daniella shows little sign of improvement, Kalyll falls into the clutches of his enemies, leaving the spectre of war looming ever closer. Will Daniella wake from her shadowy slumber in time to restore the light, or will darkness consume Kalyll and everything he loves?Don't miss the other books in this series, A PRINCE SO CRUEL and A CAGE SO GILDED . . ._________________________ Readers can't get enough of this series! 'If you are looking for something darker than your average Disney Fairytale, with captivating and enticing happenings, interesting and intriguing characters, lots of spice, and an ending that begs you to jump right into book 2, then you just have to read A Prince So Cruel!' 'I couldn't put this first book down, it was full of intrigue, fae fantasy world so beautifully described and romance. Just brilliant!' 'I was totally hooked' 'This was the perfect mix of everything I wanted when looking for my next read and Ingrid did indeed deliver.' 'I loved every single second of the story it was like a dream coming true'

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 532, Publishers: Bingeable Books LLC, ISBN-13: 9781959293187, Date of issue: 2023

From USA Today best selling author Elizabeth Bright comes a new grumpy/sunshine, single dad, steamy romance set in wild and beautiful Colorado.Working as the head trainer at Lodestar Ranch is James Campos's chance to prove she has what it takes as a woman in a man's world. The only problem? Her boss is the world's grumpiest cowboy...and she can't keep her eyes off him.Between running the ranch and being a single dad, Adam Hale has the weight of the world on his shoulders. He has a reputation in the small ranching town of Aspen Springs, Colorado, as the grumpiest cowboy this side of the Rockies. But beneath his gruff exterior is a man who is fiercely loyal and compassionate. Widowed at a young age, his heart has been broken and he's not looking to repeat the experience.James Campos grew up around horses. She was a champion barrel racer, and now she's determined to turn those hard-won skills into a career training rodeo horses. After chasing her dad's approval her whole life, she knows better than to get her heart tangled. But it's hard not to melt for her new boss-and his son.When things get heated at a local rodeo, she has to remind him: They're not at the ranch. He's not her boss here...unless he wants to be.

New York Times bestselling author Eliza Wheeler’s companion to A Cozy Winter Day welcomes readers into sun-dappled scenes of a cosy summer in Acorn Village, bringing the joys of summertime to refreshingly vivid life.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!AN EDGAR AWARD NOMINEEJune Hur, bestselling author of The Red Palace, crafts a devastating and pulse-pounding tale that will feel all-too-relevant in today's world, based on a true story from Korean history.Hope is dangerous. Love is deadly.1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the cruel reign of the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop him from commandeering their land for his recreational use, banning and burning books, and kidnapping and horrifically abusing women and girls as his personal playthings.Seventeen-year-old Iseul has lived a sheltered, privileged life despite the kingdom's turmoil. When her older sister, Suyeon, becomes the king's latest prey, Iseul leaves the relative safety of her village, traveling through forbidden territory to reach the capital in hopes of stealing her sister back. But she soon discovers the king's power is absolute, and to challenge his rule is to court certain death. Prince Daehyun has lived his whole life in the terrifying shadow of his despicable half-brother, the king. Forced to watch King Yeonsan flaunt his predation through executions and rampant abuse of the common folk, Daehyun aches to find a way to dethrone his half-brother once and for all. When staging a coup, failure is fatal, and he'll need help to pull it off-but there's no way to know who he can trust.When Iseul's and Daehyun's fates collide, their contempt for each other is transcended only by their mutual hate for the king. Armed with Iseul's family connections and Daehyun's royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen:Save her sister. Free the people. Destroy a tyrant. Also by June Hur:The Silence of BonesThe Forest of Stolen GirlsThe Red Palace

Torte--everybody's favorite small-town family bakeshop--is headed for the high seas, where murder is about to make a splash. . . Jules Capshaw is trying to keep her cool as Torte gets set to make its transformation from quaint, local conf

This accessible and engaging introduction encourages readers to critically and independently evaluate the ownership of intangible goods.

The newest action-adventure fantasy novel from New York Times bestselling author Raymond E. Feist, A CROWN IMPERILED is the second book in the fifth and final Riftwar-the Chaoswar-of Feists epic Riftwar Cycle.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 522, Publishers: Jessaca Willis, ISBN-13: 9781953072115, Date of issue: 2025

Two souls bound together.But one thing threatens to tear them apart.Jealousy.While tensions build and fates shift, Hyacinth and Apollo seek Zephyrus.God of the west wind.Well connected among low deities.And Hyacinth's previous lover.Amid political schemes and personal struggles, Apollo and Hyacinth tumble through a world verging on war.But as jealousy flares and secrets come to light, all their careful planning may burn to ash.This fast-paced sequel to A Veil of Gods and Kings is full of romance and unexpected twists set in a dark, magical world.

A storm of war rises, and I carry its shadow inside meBefore escaping his eternal prison, the Shadow King awakened a power buried deep inside Thyra and me. Now we must master this dark magic in secret-or everything will be lost.Allies are scarce, betrayal strikes close to home, and King Magnus's armies gather to destroy us.Our path leads to the Golden City. Vale believes High Lord Balik will aid us. I'm not so sure, especially while the shadows twist beneath our skin.But my sister and I agree we will risk being discovered and cast out, for vengeance, for family, and for the realm's peace.Still, I never imagined just how much I would lose until it was already gone.A Crown of Ice and Fury is a multi-POV fae fantasy romance filled with secrets, a steamy romance, and adventure. If you like the twists and turns of Throne of Glass and the adventure and lore of Game of Thrones, you'll love this installment in The Winter Court Series.

Never promise a life that isn't yours to give.New York City is decked out for the holidays, and Special Agent Patrick Collins is looking forward to a reunion with his old team when he gets assigned a new case. A human child is missing, and the changeling left in her place causes a prominent witch family to demand justice from the fae.Meanwhile, continued harassment from the New York City god pack forces Jonothon de Vere to formally establish his own with Patrick. Doing so will mean a civil war within the werecreature community-a war they risk losing from the start without alliances. Making bargains with the fae is never wise, but Patrick and Jono have nothing to lose when a fae lord comes asking for their help.The Summer Lady has been kidnapped from the Seelie Court, and if they can find her, Patrick and Jono will cement an alliance with the fae. But the clues to her disappearance are found in Tír na nÓg, and the Otherworld has never been kind to mortals.Venturing past the veil, Patrick and Jono risk losing territory, time, and their very lives while searching for answers. Because the Queen of Air and Darkness knows they are coming-and the ruler of the Unseelie Court has an offer for them they can't possibly refuse.

When the kingdom of Praiton began overthrowing the surrounding kingdoms of Krigor, no one knew why. As a healer for Praiton, Deya believed that there was no higher honor in the realm. But when Deya is imprisoned after learning an enormous secret that threatens the regime, her love and loyalty for her kingdom is shattered. Beaten, and tortured, a new, terrible power is unleashed inside of her, a power that she cannot control. Forced outside of the only kingdom that she has ever known, Deya has no choice but to team up with a band of unlikely rebels that all have one thing in common: the desire for the destruction of Praiton.One of those rebels is Caelum, a male who spent most of his life inside a prison. Having lost everything to Praiton, Caelum hates everything and everyone from the kingdom...Including Deya. But Caelum has a secret, one that could turn the tide of the war, and one that keeps him pushing everyone and everything away.As Deya struggles to recover from the trauma of her imprisonment, she is forced to face where her allegiance lies: with the kingdom that betrayed her, or with the male who could destroy it forever.A CROWN OF STAR & ASH is an Adult Fantasy Romance book perfect for those who love the fae and romance of Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series but want the adventure and political intrigue of Game of Thrones. If you like enemies to lovers, morally gray MMCs, and action and plot with a dash of spice, A CROWN OF STAR & ASH is for you!

The Wheel of Time (R) is a PBS Great American Read Selection Now in development for TV Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time(R) by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originali

'A tale to savour and devour, one that gleams like starlight and cuts like a sword' Rebecca Ross, author of Divine Rivals, on A Feather So BlackOn a mysterious snowy island ruled by a trickster king where magic comes at a price, a deadly trial commences. The prize: a chance for vengeance. A Crown So Silver is the second book in Lyra Selene's Number One Sunday Timesbestselling Fair Folk trilogy, perfect for fans of Holly Black and Fourth Wing.After her sacrifice on the Ember Moon, Fia is flush with powerful magic and eager to rush into battle against her murderous sister, Eala. However, Fia's new husband Irian suggests they bide their time and retreat to the Silver Isle, a snowy island at the edge of the fae world.Ruled by the cunning smith-king, the Silver Isle proves far from a safe haven. Fia and Irian become embroiled in the Tournament of Kings competing for a magical forging of immense power. Fia and Irian's relationship will be put to the test as they navigate their conflicting motivations, shifting allegiances and ancient magic.With the end of the tournament looming and Eala's threat growing, Fia must decide just how much she's willing to sacrifice to defeat her sister.Praise for the Fair Folk trilogy:'Dark and dangerous and teeming with romance, A Feather So Black is an exhilarating adventure that walks the edge of a blade. Truly enchanting' Rachel Gillig, NYT bestselling author of One Dark Window, on A Feather So Black'Darkly enchanting and beautifully written, A Feather So Black is the perfect mix of atmospheric fantasy, heart-stopping action, and delicious romance' Thea Guanzon, author of The Hurricane Wars, on A Feather So Black'Opulent and scorching, A Feather So Black transcends the genres of romance and fantasy into a tale that is timeless, blood-spattered, and rich with longing and magic' Roshani Chokshi, author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride, on A Feather So Black'Immersive world building, whimsical prose, gripping adventure, and heart stopping romance, A Feather So Black will definitely be a new romantasy favourite!' A.K. Mulford, author of The High Mountain Court, on A Feather So Black'Breathtakingly adventurous and sexy' Shelf Awareness on A Crown So Silver'With a breathtaking, sizzling romance, A Feather So Black weaves a twisted fairy tale of thorns and teeth' K.M. Enright, author of Mistress of Lies'By turns seductive and heart breaking, this enthralling journey heralds a new era of fantasy' Breanne Randall, author of the Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic, on A Feather So Black'Lyra Selene's writing is a feast for the senses, made of velvet and wild vines and moonlight' Ryan Graudin, award winning author of Wolf By Wolf, on A Feather So Black

Winner of the 2013 Aurealis Award for Best Fantasy Mitchell Hogan, an imaginative new talent, makes his debut with the acclaimed first installment in the epic Sorcery Ascendant Sequence, A Crucible of Souls, a me

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 432, Publishers: Random House Children's Books, Author: MONTOYA,ANGELA, ISBN-13: 9780593643402, Date of issue: 2026

A Cruising Voyage Round the World by Captain Woodes Rogers. With Introduction and Notes by G.E.Manwaring. Woodes Rogers (c. 1679 - 15 July 1732) was an English sea captain and privateer and, later, the first Royal Governor of the Bahamas. He is known as th

In this fifth instalment in Soman Chainani's New York Times bestselling fantasy series, The School for Good and Evil, Sophie, Agatha, and their friends must find a way to overthrow the sinister evil that twists lies into the truth and seeks to rewrite their story.

The Bible is an Ancient Near Eastern text, which was written millennia ago within a time and culture that is vastly different from our own. The authors of the Bible had a perspective on life and the world around them that was steeped with their own traditions, customs and thoughts. When reading and studying this text we cannot interject our own cultural perspectives into the text, to do so would bring about interpretations and conclusions that are far removed from its intended meaning. But if we read the Bible from the perspective of those who wrote it and study their language, philosophy and culture from within its original context, the Bible will spring to life in ways you never thought possible.

The period between the two World Wars was characterized by an acceleration of mass violence across the world. Developments in technology, communications, ideology, global political and economic integration, and the organization of society greatly expanded the power and reach of states while radicalizing ideologies of domination and control. Two major 20th-century genocides, the Armenian Genocide in the Ottoman Empire and the Nazi Holocaust of European Jews, are the terrible bookends of this period; they were preceded and informed by colonial genocides, such as the genocide of Herero and Nama peoples in German South West Africa from 1904 -1914, and by ongoing genocidal processes, especially in settler colonies such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, in the renewed Russian empire under the USSR after 1917, and in the expanding Japanese empire between the wars. The essays in this volume examine the dynamics of genocide during this period, when states could draw on new technologies, new identities, and new global ideologies of control to amplify the speed, size, and impact of their destructive impulses towards unwanted populations. The chapters demonstrate the lasting consequences of genocidal processes on the world today, not simply for survivor communities and survivor diasporas, but also on the forms of organizing the world, the concepts of power, and the particular existential crises that we as a species have yet to address and transform.

Examines the uses and meanings of plants from 10,000 BCE to 500 CE, from the transition from hunter-gatherer subsistence to the practice of agriculture in Mesopotamia and elsewhere.

A Cultural History of Plants in the Early Modern Era covers the period from 1400 to 1650, a time of discovery and rediscovery, of experiment and innovation. Renaissance learning brought ancient knowledge to modern European consciousness whilst exploration placed all the continents in contact with one another. The dissemination of knowledge was further speeded by the spread of printing. New staples and spices, new botanical medicines, and new garden plants all catalysed agriculture, trade, and science. The great medical botanists of the period attempted no less than what Marlowe’s Dr Faustus demanded - a book "wherein I might see all plants, herbs, and trees that grow upon the earth.” Human impact on plants and our botanical knowledge had irrevocably changed. The six-volume set of the Cultural History of Plants presents the first comprehensive history of the uses and meanings of plants from prehistory to today. The themes covered in each volume are plants as staple foods; plants as luxury foods; trade and exploration; plant technology and science; plants and medicine; plants in culture; plants as natural ornaments; the representation of plants. Andrew Dalby is an independent scholar and writer, based in France. Annette Giesecke, PhD, is a specialist in the history, meaning, and representation of ancient gardens and designed landscapes at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. A Cultural History of Plants in the Early Modern Era is the third volume in the six-volume set, A Cultural History of Plants, also available online as part of Bloomsbury Cultural History, a fully-searchable digital library (see www.bloomsburyculturalhistory.com). General Editors: Annette Giesecke, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, and David Mabberley, University of Oxford, UK.

A Cultural History of Plants in the Modern Era covers the period from 1920 to today - a time when population growth, industrialization, global trade, and consumerism have fundamentally reshaped our relationship with plants. Advances in agriculture, science, and technology have revolutionised the ways we feed ourselves, whilst urbanization and industrial processing have reduced our direct connection with living plants. At the same time, our understanding of both ecology and conservation have greatly increased and our appreciation of the meanings and aesthetics of plants continue to suffuse art and everyday culture. The modern era has witnessed a revolution in both the valuation and the destruction of the natural world - more than ever before, we understand that the vitality of our relationship with plants will shape our future. The six-volume set of the Cultural History of Plants presents the first comprehensive history of the uses and meanings of plants from prehistory to today. The themes covered in each volume are plants as staple foods; plants as luxury foods; trade and exploration; plant technology and science; plants and medicine; plants in culture; plants as natural ornaments; the representation of plants. Stephen Forbes is an independent scholar and writer, based in Australia. A Cultural History of Plants in the Modern Era is the sixth volume in the six-volume set, A Cultural History of Plants, also available online as part of Bloomsbury Cultural History, a fully-searchable digital library (see www.bloomsburyculturalhistory.com). General Editors: Annette Giesecke, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, and David Mabberley, University of Oxford, UK.

Unravels the cultural history of plants from 500-1400, when ancient uses and meanings of plants were preserved but overlaid with new developments in agriculture, landscapes, medicines, eating habits and art.

Looks at the history and meanings of plants in the period from 1650-1800, a time of global exploration and the discovery of new species of plants and their potential uses.

It's Christmastime and everyone is heading to Torte, the most cheerful bakery in town. There's no place like home for the homicide...Ashland, Oregon, looks as pretty as a postcard this holiday season. The halls are decked, stockings hung,

'It is a most wonderful comfort to sit alone beneath a lamp, book spread before you, and commune with someone from the past whom you have never met...' Moonlight, sake, spring blossom, idle moments, a woman's hair - these exquisite reflections on life's fleeting pleasures by a thirteenth-century Japanese monk are delicately attuned to nature and the senses.Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Yoshida Kenko (c. 1283-1352). Kenko's work is included in Penguin Classics in Essays in Idleness and Hojoki.

Escape the Noise. Embrace the Stillness. Find Your Zen.Do you ever wish your mind had an "off" switch?Tired of overthinking everything and feeling overwhelmed?Longing for a moment of true peace in your day?A Cup of Zen is your invitation to step away from the chaos and into clarity.This collection of 21 short, soul-soothing Zen stories is designed to help you quiet your mind, let go of unnecessary worries, and reconnect with the simplicity of the present moment. Each story is quick and easy to read, yet filled with timeless wisdom that gently shifts your perspective-offering clarity where there was confusion, peace where there was tension.What makes this book special?Bite-sized and effortless-Read a story in just a few minutes and feel the shift instantly.Reflection prompts included-Simple yet powerful takeaways to help you apply Zen wisdom to your daily life.Beginner-friendly-No prior knowledge of Zen or meditation required-just an open heart and a desire for peace.Like a warm cup of tea for the soul, A Cup of Zen is here to nourish you-one gentle, thoughtful story at a time.Breathe. Relax. And begin your journey to inner peace today.

This book offers a comprehensive curriculum on plastic surgery, centered on adult learning principles. Its pedagogical structure includes a base of cognitive knowledge that consists of the entire spectrum of plastic surgery; reconstructive and aesthetic; a guide for an interactive discussion of each component of the knowledge base; a set of multiple-choice questions with a syllabus of explanation of correct and incorrect responses; and clinical cases to illustrate each element. Over one hundred modules constitute the curriculum, all of which are grouped into the general categories. Each module includes a selected bibliography of relevant and contemporary readings, a discussion guide of questions and answers for a faculty member to drive an interactive discussion of the module, a set of multiple-choice questions for each module to serve as a short written quiz, and 1-3 cases that are utilized in a case-base conference to discuss the practical application of cognitive knowledge to problem-solving of a clinical scenario. Finally, a several-page review of the particular case provides an optimal approach to diagnosis and treatment. A Curriculum for Plastic Surgery provides an encyclopedic yet facile vehicle to deliver a comprehensive, contemporary, and interactive curriculum. It reflects the author's four-decade-long career in academic practice and teaching within this field.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER----------------The thrilling finale to the instant No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller A Fate Inked in Blood.______________With the secret of her divine heritage revealed, Freya finds herself on a path that could see thousands of lives lost to the magic in her blood. Desperate to avoid this dark fate, she risks an alliance with Skaland's greatest enemy to seek answers from the seer who foretold her future - the same seer who sent Bjorn to kill her.While Freya still seethes with rage over Bjorn's betrayal, the blood oaths that bind her demand that she keep him close as she hunts for a way to avert the looming war. Her magic draws her to the front lines of an old enmity, embroiling her with Nordeland's Unfated - children of the gods who serve the king she was raised to fear. The same king who, unlike Bjorn, is now willing to fight at her back. For despite the desire that burns hot between Bjorn and Freya, his growing distrust of her chosen path threatens to drag them further apart.As war approaches, gods and mortals must choose their weapons. Yet the fiercest battle will be the one Freya wages within herself. With the magic of two goddesses burning in her veins, she must weave the threads of destiny to decide her own fate:Will she be the shield that protects her people or the curse that destroys them?*Sunday Times bestseller May 2025

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Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 368, Publishers: Random House Worlds, Author: Danielle L. Jensen, ISBN-13: 9780593599860, Date of issue: 2025

*This paperback edition features a gorgeous new cover design!*Blood will be shed, hearts will be stolen, and true love will be put to the test in A Curse for True Love, the spellbinding conclusion to the global bestselling Once Upon a Broken Heart trilogy by Stephanie Garber.TWO VILLAINS, ONE GIRL, AND A DEADLY BATTLE FOR HAPPILY EVER AFTER . . .Evangeline Fox ventured to the Magnificent North in search of her happy ending, and it seems as if she finally has it. She's married to a handsome prince and lives in a legendary castle.But Evangeline has no idea of the devastating price she paid for this fairy tale. She doesn't know what she has lost, and her husband is determined to make sure she never finds out . . . but first he must kill Jacks, the Prince of Hearts. Discover the unforgettable conclusion that readers can't stop talking about . . .'I wanna live in this book. I want every moment etched into my mind forever"A perfect ending to a wonderful series"This series is my everything . . . the magical fairytale vibes, the gorgeous writing, the characters, the story . . . PERFECTION'

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 525, Publishers: Amazon Publishing, Author: WILSON SARIAH, ISBN-13: 9781662534195, Date of issue: 2025

New York Times bestselling author of The Night Huntress series, Jeaniene Frost, returns with a brand-new series! It’s Beauty and the Beast meets The Witcher, except Beauty IS the Beast, and he’s the Warden keeping mythical beings in check in our world and beyond.Raine Stone is living a nightmare. Ever since she survived the attack that killed her family, she's been hiding a terrible secret - and a Beast inside her.It feeds on violence and chaos, but she restrains its urges by playing vigilante on the city streets. Until one night, Raine uses the Beast’s energy to heal an elderly gentleman from a seemingly random attack and discovers a new world of danger - literally.Remington 'Remy' Byrne knows the wall between a realm of deadly mythic creatures and our own world is very fragile. After all, he’s the Warden who guards the gateways between them. Raine’s Beast contains power that could tip the scales in a sinister plot against Remy’s rule - if she allies with him.Will they be friends or foes . . . or will their dangerous attraction turn into something else? And can our world be saved by their explosive alliance?Spice: 3/5Tropes:Fake DatingMorally Grey MMCFound FamilyEnemies to LoversMonstrous Secrets

I'm a shifter who can never bond with a pack. Not if I want to live.The day I watched my mom's pack destroy her, was the day I knew I had to run from the shifter cities.Mom and I share the same designation, which means we'll share the same fate.For ten years I hide from the cities and the alphas who control them.Until my luck runs out.Dragged to Golden Claw against my will, they charge me as a rogue. I'm facing death until one of the strongest alphas in the city scents me as his match.Scents me... and claims me.Even worse? He's part of the most powerful pack of alphas the cities have ever seen.I have to reject them. It's the only way to avoid my mom's curse of fate. And my own.Except, these alphas have never been rejected a day in their lives, and they're definitely not about to start now.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 304, Publishers: Grand Central Publishing, Author: MAURA CATHARINA, ISBN-13: 9781538772973, Date of issue: 2025

A New York Times bestseller Has everything you'd want in a retelling of a classic fairy tale. - Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author of A Spark of Light and Small Great Things

Join Fiona Dodwell on a deep dive into the world of haunted and cursed dolls, exploring both real-life accounts and the pop culture inspired by them. Gripped by the idea that dolls can be haunted, writer and paranormal enthusiast Fiona Dodwell throws herself into an exploration of real and fictional haunted dolls. She presents interviews with Patti Negri (psychic medium on hit show Ghost Adventures), Child"s Play writer and director Don Mancini, actress Jennifer Tilly, Jayne Harris of Help! My House Is Haunted, and many, many more. In this illustrated book, you will find examples of well-known haunted doll cases, such as Robert and Annabelle, as well as many accounts of lesser-known spirited dolls, such as Mandy and Okiku. Creepy, addictive, and informative, A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls takes paranormal enthusiasts on a journey into the dark and disturbing world of toys gone bad.

Living on an island plagued by magic and mythicalmonsters isn't a fairy tale... it's a nightmare.Aveen is the perfect lady, placid and well-mannered,concealing her discontentment beneath false smiles andgentle nods. As the eldest, her duty has always been toher family legacy and her sister's happiness. But when shefinds herself forced into betrothal to a man she loathes,she swears she'll do anything to escape. Even if it meansbargaining with a wicked fae prince.Rían is a devious half-fae with a dark secret, concealing histrue nature beneath glamours and lies. When a fascinatinghuman accidentally catches his eye, it's clear he'll doanything to take her for himself. Including makingpromises he can't-or won't-keep.Confronting hidden dangers and haunting pasts, the tworeluctantly come to rely on each other to survive a worldwhere nothing is what it seems and darkness encroachesfrom all sides.Will their tangled web of lies bring freedom they crave..or will it unravel them both?

Living on an island plagued by magic and mythical monsters isn't a fairy tale... it's a nightmare.After Keelynn witnesses her sister's murder at the hands of the legendary Gancanagh, an immortal creature who seduces women and kills them with a cursed kiss, she realizes there's nothing she wouldn't do to get her back. With the help of a vengeful witch, she's given everything she needs to resurrect the person she loves most.But first, she must slay the Gancanagh.Tadhg, a devilishly handsome half-fae who has no patience for high society-or propriety-would rather spend his time in the company of loose women and dark creatures than help a human kill one of his own.That is until Keelynn makes him an offer he can't refuse.Together, they embark on a cross-country curse-breaking mission that promises life but ends in death.A Cursed Kiss is the first book in the Myths of Airren series, an adult fantasy romance with morally gray fae and fated mates.

A curse to break.A crown to take.A malignant blight ravages Tearmann, wreaking havoc on the lives of the Danú. If Tadhg and Keelynn cannot find a way to stop it before it reaches the castle, there won't be anything left for them to save.While the blight rages on, Aveen and Rían face troubles of their own. Between confronting ghosts from the past and fending off the Phantom Queen's thirst for vengeance, peace and happiness seem too far out of reach.It isn't a matter of if the Princes of Tearmann will fall, but when.Because the Queen is coming for them all...And the cost of crossing her may finally be too high to pay.A Cursed Love is the final book in the Myths of Airren series, following the events of A Cursed Kiss and A Cursed Heart, as told by Tadhg, Rían, Aveen, and Keelynn.

Two high school girls begin a drama club as a way to share Sakura"s storeis and in the process create a platform for helping each other shine! Shy, mousy Sakura Akutsu is content to keep her adventures confined to the pages of her notebook - until the brash, outgoing new transfer student Tsubame Hiiragi gets her hands on it, that is. The two secretly share the stories Sakura spins, but soon that secret proves too big to keep, and Tsubame whisks Sakura into a glittering world she could never have imagined! As Sakura learns to be confident in who she is and ignore what others think, Tsubame learns to go below the surface and dig deep for emotional truths that may have eluded her... Together they"ll learn about art, love, truth, and most of all, the theater...! This creative and emotionally rich series uses every visual tool available to express the confusion and elation of adolescence.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 210, Publishers: Kodansha, Author: Kiki Emoda, ISBN-13: 9781647295646, Date of issue: 2026

An enemies-to-lovers, spicy fae romantasy???? Winner of the 2025 Next Generation Indie Book Award in the category Romantasy???? Winner of the 2025 BIBA Award for Fantasy???? Gold Medal Winner of the 2025 Readers' Favorite Award in the category Romance - Fantasy/Sci-Fi???? First Place Winner of the Spring 2025 BookFest Award in the category Romance - Fantasy???? Best Book Winner of the Spring 2025 PenCraft Award in the category Romance - Fantasy/Sci-Fi ???? Winner of the 2025 PenCraft Book of the Year Award in the category Romance - Fantasy/Sci-Fi???? Winner of the 2025 RSJ Emma Award in the category Romantic Fantasy???? Finalist in the 2025 IAN Book of the Year Award for RomanceIn a world plagued by darkness and deceit, half-fae Celeste Westergaard is torn between her duty as the Commander of the Royal Regiment and her station as the next in line for the throne. On the rise are attacks from supernatural creatures , the carnivorous beasts sent by the Shadow Tsar to claim the lives of third-born fae throughout the realm of Terre Ferique. But as Celeste's homeland of Delasurvia faces turmoil and unrest, she is thrust into an arranged marriage to the Prince of Hedera, the Land of Ivy.While the destiny of her kingdom rests on Celeste's shoulders, she must also face the threat of madness, a fate which could befall her if her fae powers do not manifest. And to make things worse, the prince's brooding half-brother carries a hatred for her she can't understand.As Celeste unravels the mysteries hidden within Hedera, she must navigate a treacherous path to protect her kingdom and uncover the truth hidden within her own bloodline.A Dagger in the Ivy is a gripping tale of intrigue, danger, deception, and unexpected alliances.

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The epic second book in M. H. Ayinde's relentlessly gripping Invoker Trilogy, following her Sunday Times bestselling debut A Song of Legends Lost, a sweeping tale of revenge and rebellion set in a richly imagined world of warring clans and ancestor magic.

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