Mythology

"Orphia dreams of something more than the warrior crafts she's been forced to learn. Hidden away on a far-flung island, her blood sings with poetry and her words can move flowers to bloom and forests to grow... but her father, the sun god Apollo, has forbidden her this art. A chance meeting with a young shield-maker, Eurydicius, gives her the courage to use her voice. After wielding all her gifts to defeat one final champion, Orphia draws the scrutiny of the gods. Performing her poetry, she wins the protection of the goddesses of the arts: the powerful Muses, who welcome her to their sanctuary on Mount Parnassus. Orphia learns to hone her talents, crafting words of magic infused with history, love and tragedy. When Eurydicius joins her, Orphia struggles with her desire for fame and her budding love. As her bond with the gentle shield-maker grows, she joins the Argonauts on their quest for the Golden Fleece. Facing dragons, sirens and ruthless warriors on the voyage, Orphia earns unparalleled fame, but she longs to return to Eurydicius. Yet she has a darker journey to make - one which will see her fight for her love with all the power of her poetry"--

Embark on a bone-chilling journey through the dark and mysterious tales of Missouri in "Missouri Nightmares: The Top 10 Chilling Legends." This captivating book explores the eerie folklore and haunting legends that have gripped the imagination of Missourians for generations. From spectral apparitions to unsolved mysteries, it unveils the ten most spine-tingling and enigmatic stories that have haunted the state.Delve into the haunting realm of "Missouri Nightmares" as it reveals the top ten chilling legends that have plagued the Show-Me State. From ghostly apparitions to unsolved mysteries, this captivating book delves into the eerie folklore and spine-tingling tales that have shaped Missouri's cultural landscape. Discover the dark mysteries that linger in the shadows, beckoning those brave enough to explore the chilling legends of Missouri.

"A large-hearted reimagining of beloved all-American legends, this ... debut novel brings men of myth Paul Bunyan and John Henry alive like never before, teaming up for an adventure quest with deeper interrogations of race, class, and industrialization. When we first meet Paul Bunyan--legendary larger-than-life lumberjack and classic figure from American mythology--he is still just a man, and one down on his luck. With a load of family debts on his broad back, Bunyan is eking out a miserable miner's life in the bleak hamlet of Lump Town, a perpetually grey walled city controlled by famed industrialist El Boffo (author of the bestselling book Awaken the Capitalist Within!). When Bunyan's beloved wife Lucette falls gravely ill with a disease caused by the mysterious mineral Lump, he sets off on a quest to save her, aided only by a mythical creature known as the Chilali, who commands that Bunyan follow the Twisty Path to meet his destiny. That path leads to The Windy City--and to John Henry. Like Bunyan, Henry is not yet the 'steel-driving' hammer man who raced the steam drill and won. Instead, we find him on the run from the chain gang in which he was falsely imprisoned. In order to escape to freedom with his genius wife Polly and brilliant young son, Henry and Bunyan are going to have to work together. As an unlikely team, these massive mythic men must solve riddles, forge weapons, plumb labyrinths, brawl with behemoths, and do battle with the bombastic El Boffo, on a journey that will not only make them into the men they are meant to be, but reshape the landscape of their country forever"--

"Ten years ago, Sylvia Gray's young daughter, Faye, attacked a classmate in order to impress the Kingman, a monster she and her best friend had encountered on the Internet. When twenty-one-year-old Faye goes missing, leaving her toddler behind, Sylvia launches a search that propels her back into the past and back into the Kingman's orbit. With the help of her estranged husband, her distant sister, and a charismatic professor, Sylvia draws dangerously closer not only to Faye, but also to the truth about the monster that once inspired her. Will Sylvia be able to reach her daughter before history repeats itself? Or will it be Sylvia, this time, who loses her grip on reality and succumbs to the dark powers of this monstrous figure? Both literary and suspenseful, Monsters We Have Made confronts the terrors of parenthood and examines the boundaries of love. Most importantly, it reminds us of the power of stories to shape our lives"--

Magic, destiny and romance combine in this bestselling action-packed fantasy series! Being a princess and a mythical kelpie isn't enough for Macey. She wants to explore the world beyond her Scottish loch.But she gets more than she bargained for when she meets three mysterious men claiming that she's one of the Seven Wardens. Macey soon discovers that the fate of the world rests on the Wardens' shoulders, and they need her in order to save it. From The Deeps is the first book in the complete contemporary fantasy Seven Wardens series. It includes unusual Celtic and European mythology, plenty of adventure, and a romantic whychoose subplot. Also available as audiobook! The Seven Wardens Series Reading Order: #1: From The Deeps#1.5: Through The Storms (Amber's story)#2: Into The Mists#3: Beneath The Earth#4: Within The Flames#5: Above The Waves#5.5: Below The Baubles (Christmas Story)#6: Under The Ice#7: Rule The Dark#7.5: Inside The Egg (HEA Story)#0.5: Beyond The Loch (Prequel, Nessie's Story)

In a world of warring covens, Aurelia is a prisoner trapped between two worlds. She is the daughter of a defeated warlord and has been sent to live with a rival coven as a hostage. Raised as a daughter of the victorious coven, she knows that she doesn't belong and that her life is always in the balance. Her love for Raelinn, the daughter of the ruling coven, is forbidden, but they cannot resist each other. When whispers of rebellion start to circulate, Aurelia's life hangs in the balance. There are threats against her life, and Raelinn is tasked with negotiating with the rebels in an effort to stop a war that no one but her father wants. As tensions rise, Aurelia and Raelinn must navigate their forbidden love while trying to prevent a war between the ruling coven and the scattered rebels that haunt the city. Will Raelinn be able to expose the treason at the heart of the rebellion, and re-establish peace between the two covens? Or will she lose everything? As the negotiation process begins, Raelinn finds herself in a precarious position. She must balance her loyalty to her family with her desire to save Aurelia. The stakes are high, and the outcome uncertain. Aurelia's fate hangs in the balance, and Raelinn must make a difficult decision. Will she choose duty over love, or will she risk everything to save Aurelia?

His mousy temptress is pure, innocent, and untouched. But not for long…Markellan Bran, the brutishly handsome Prince of Kentigen, is used to taking what he wants, and what he wants from first sight is the plain, simple, and American Violet Havisham for his wife. He sees what most don't when he looks at her-a curvy angel hiding an inner vixen. One who's hot as sin and a woman complex and challenging enough to be his bride. He is confident that he can conquer anything-and Violet's heart is next.Violet Havisham finds everything about the brash, nearly uncivilized prince unsettling. She's recently left the monastery and craves a quiet life. Falling for a devil of man like Prince Markellan would be a royal mistake. He's too big, too brutish, and too darkly sensual for her. He says he wants to give her the one thing she left the cloister for-a baby. But surely she'd be better off adopting than taking her chances with a reckless, dangerous beast.In his culture, the honeymoon comes before the wedding, and the bridegroom must convince the bride to marry him based on his honeymoon "performance." So Prince Markellan makes her a deal-give him one week to satisfy her every need, and if she can walk away, he'll let her go.Author confession: If she can walk at all after a week in his palace, it will be a miracle. If you know what I mean. Did I mention that Prince Markellan's country is a fertility culture that worships women and all things carnal? The men there spend years learning the arts of pleasing and caring for their women. And you know he's not going to let her go with his royal baby in her belly. If you're looking for a curvy heroine, a royal hero, beastly alpha dirty talk, and opposites attract in an instalove minute, you're in the right place. It wouldn't be a Brill Harper book if it wasn't as sweet as it is filthy.

Las personas altamente sensibles experimentan la vida con todos los sentidos a flor de piel. Pocas personas pueden percibir e interpretar como ellas los mensajes del Cosmos.Tu sensibilidad es un regalo y gracias al Oráculo que tienes en tus manos, ahora podrás avanzar por la vida sereno y confiado, sabiendo que todo conspira para tu éxito, tan solo has de seguir las señales.Los mensajes se revelarán ante ti y tu sensibilidad te guiará hacia donde el Universo ha querido que llegues: un destino grandioso.El poder está dentro de nosotros, solo hay que saber escuchar. Este libro Oráculo te mostrará las respuestas para no desviarte de tu camino. Un camino sabio y lleno de luz.Formula una pregunta en tu interior y pide al libro que te ilumine. Su consejo y sabiduría te sorprenderán y a la vez, te harán sentir que tú ya todo lo sabías. Libro, magia, Cosmos y mente, todos están unidos, todos saben las respuestas. Bienvenido a una vida sabia y plena.Inspirado en la sabiduría milenaria del I-Ching y de la Numerología.Formula una pregunta en tu interior y escoge al azar una página del libro: la respuesta se te mostrará.

Se alguma vez se sentiu atraído pelos contos de Y¿kai, os deuses e guerreiros lendários que permeiam a rica cultura japonesa, e se interrogou sobre as origens destas figuras intrigantes, "Mitologia Japonesa: Uma Aventura Épica no Coração de Tradições Milenares" é a viagem para si. Este livro é a resposta perfeita à sua curiosidade sobre a mitologia e o pensamento japoneses. As páginas deste volume transportam-no através das fascinantes lendas do Sol Nascente, explorando narrativas convincentes que moldaram a identidade cultural de um país conhecido pela sua beleza deslumbrante e história milenar. É uma viagem não só pelo espaço, mas também pelo tempo, desde o nascimento mitológico das ilhas japonesas até às interpretações modernas das suas lendas. Conhecerá figuras leais e corajosas como Momotaro e Benkei, e descobrirá as aventuras que os tornaram lendários. Ficará fascinado com os temidos Y¿kai, criaturas sobrenaturais de singular estranheza, como o travesso Kappa, um demónio da água, e a bela Yuki-onna, a mulher da neve. Entre outras coisas, descobrirá como estas histórias continuam a vibrar nas festividades contemporâneas. Este volume não só fornece uma visão detalhada de um aspeto fascinante da cultura japonesa, mas também serve como um guia ideal para aqueles que desejam aprofundar a sua compreensão de um país onde o passado e o presente se entrelaçam numa harmonia única. Um país de contradições e perspectivas únicas. Através deste livro, viverá experiências únicas como:Imersão nas histórias épicas que contam o nascimento mitológico das ilhas japonesas.O encontro com as famosas divindades e espíritos mitológicos do Japão, descobrindo quem são, suas lendas e histórias.A descoberta de outros mitos e lendas do Japão, onde são explicados em pormenor ensinamentos e filosofias, incluindo conceitos como o Ikigai.A oportunidade de se aventurar nas façanhas dos heróis valentes do Japão.Uma exploração dos festivais japoneses, para compreender como as histórias antigas continuam a influenciar as celebrações contemporâneas.Um final que une todas as descobertas, oferecendo-lhe considerações aprofundadas. Por último, mas não menos importante, explorará as filosofias intrínsecas à cultura japonesa, como o Ikigai, a procura de sentido para a vida, e o Mono no Aware, o profundo envolvimento emocional com a magnificência da natureza e a existência dos seres humanos. Através de anedotas e histórias, estas sabedorias antigas tornam-se vivas e aplicáveis à sua vida quotidiana. Atravessar o portal místico e mergulhar nas profundezas de um mundo desconhecido está ao seu alcance. Abra este livro e deixe-se embalar pelas correntes do mito japonês, uma aventura que o ilumina e enriquece em cada página.

Runes - Discover the magical world of Norse mythology and transform your lifeA beginner's guide to understanding and using the mysterious world of runes Dive into the magical world of Norse mythology and discover the power of the runes of the elder Futhark. This book is the perfect guide for beginners interested in the ancient art of runes. It offers a guide to discovering the fascinating world of the runes and shows how to use them in everyday life to achieve personal transformation and spiritual development. In this book you will learn:Introduction to Norse mythologyThe history of the runesOrigin and use in the ancient NorthThe meaning of each rune in the elder FutharkApplication of the runes in modern timesHow to use the runes to enrich your life This book is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to discover a new dimension in their life and use the power of the runes. With this book you will learn how to integrate the magical powers of Norse mythology into your life and how to use the runes to transform and enrich your life. Additionally included in this runes book:Beautiful illustrations of each of the 24 runes of the elder Futhark.The runes are divided into three groups, or Ættir, each containing eight runesQuick guide to rune meditation to feel the magic of the runesStart discovering the magical world of runes and transforming your life today!Get your own copy today and instant access to this unique manual.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST meets THE BACHELOR / THE SELECTION.Aeryn is hungry, perpetually exhausted, and short on hope. Ever since her merchant father lost everything to pirates, the twenty-two-year-old has worked endlessly to meet the needs of her impoverished family. But it's never enough.That all changes when a mysterious faerie invites her to a competition hosted by a Fae beast looking for a wife. Tor, the castle-dwelling creature, is wealthy enough to provide for Aeryn's family ... and she's desperate enough to say yes.The castle is beautiful, straight out of Aeryn's dreams. Tor is more suited to her nightmares, with his red eyes, long claws, and rat-like tail. But looks can be deceiving ...Then there are the other contestants, nine powerful faerie females. Aeryn is a mortal. How is she supposed to compete with their otherworldly beauty-and thwart the curse magic some of them wield?The complicated situation quickly turns impossible for Aeryn. As her romance with Tor progresses, she also finds herself drawn to Wyatt, the castle gardener. He's nothing like the powerful Tor, yet Aeryn's feelings for him keep blurring the lines between friendship and attraction.Winning Tor's heart is the only way Aeryn can save her family. But can she fend off the attacks of powerful faerie females, ignore her growing desire for Wyatt, and let herself fall for a monster?If you like fairytale retellings, bookish heroines, love triangles, and a little bit of steam, you'll love Beauty and Deceit. Buy it now!***This story is romantic, and there's mild steam. The intimacy is open door but with minimal explicit detail. Written for NA (new adult) audiences, appropriate for ages 16+.

When a chance meeting with an old man leads to a captivating story, the author is swept into a journey through time and the paranormal. Starting in 1966 at Oxford College, the story follows a professor's pet project to uncover a message that spans all of written history-a message from the devil himself. He leaned forward, "Do you believe in God?"I swallowed hard. This was not really something we talked about, and unlike now being an atheist wasn't all the rage. It was a personal thing."Professor?" He did not like my lack of answer."It's a simple question, young man. Do you believe in God? Or is what a little bird whispered in my ear untrue?"Before I could answer he slapped one of the piles. "...and I am wasting my time again.">"I.. Well... What does... Well no."He smiled a satisfied smile and leaned back a little."Good. Good. This is a good start. Honesty. Finally."He put his spectacles back on and opened up his calendar book to jot a note. He shoved a piece of paper across his desk and pointed at a line with his fountain pen. A rather large blot accumulated as he waited for me to take the pen. "Sign here."--- I met Simon-not surprisingly-at a cafe. As I try to get out at an early hour and write, it seemed that our schedules matched-at least on Sundays. He was a nicely dressed gentleman that had a story to tell...

The epic journey of Venu concludes in this third volume of BLOOD OF EMPIRES. Venu emerges from hiding in Samaria, still as an undercover mercenary for Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Peraea, who beheaded John the Baptist. After reuniting with his Spartan teacher from Athens's Lyceum, he will travel to Jerusalem. Together, they will arrive in Jerusalem just before the triumphal entrance of Israel's promised Messiah riding in on a donkey's colt, which in less than a week will lead to the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of this newly proclaimed King of the Jews on charges of sedition and blasphemy. During Venu's search for truth, love unfolds as the empire of Rome collides with the King of Kings. There will be life and death struggles with enemies and terrorists; and a meeting with Lazarus, a man who was dead for four days, who will describe Paradise to the searching fugitive, Venu. The story concludes following Jesus's resurrection and after the two kingdoms must struggle with ultimate truth and lies. Something never seen before begins with 120 people who will start to alter the world forever. The final book of the TRILOGY OF BLOOD OF EMPIRES is an unforgettable story where knowledge and understanding have been twisted and tangled, even to the present. Each of us must continue the same cosmic and eternal struggle with our Heavenly Creator. NOTE: The dating of events and ages of historical characters found in the BLOOD OF EMPIRE TRILOGY results from extensive research and conclusions based on the author's master's thesis, The Date of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, published in 1984 at Wayne State University. Further information can be obtained by contacting the author at johnlburks@gmail.com JOHN LAWRENCE BURKS - is a well-traveled educator and has lived in seven states. He and his wife currently reside in Michigan, where he is retired after 45 years of teaching at the secondary and college levels. College and university courses that he taught were Bible as literature, world religions, and ancient history. In addition to writing, he is also a bronze sculptor.

This collection of Icelandic fairy tales and legends comes from the days of the Vikings. These stories of trolls, magic, Hidden People, and creatures from the sea were passed down from generation to generation, told on cold winter nights in front of the fire before being written down a hundred years ago. The stories are brought together here and updated, so now you can read about trolls that wandered throughout Iceland, the race of Hidden People with strong magic powers and the four powerful beings that protect Iceland from all invaders. The mermaids and mermen, giants, shape-shifting seals, and dragons in disguise are here for you to discover.

Tree houses are supposed to be magical hideouts. They are high up, shrouded by forest, and far enough out of their small town that no one can stumble across it. At least that was Riley and Ace's belief. That is until Sammy and his followers destroy it, sending Ace and Riley into the woods. While hiding, Riley and Ace discover a forgotten train track and the tunnel that runs underneath. Riley instantly rejects the idea of moving their hideout into the tunnel.It's cold. It's stinks. It gives Riley a horrible feeling.Her suspicions are confirmed when Ace disappears from the tunnel and Riley turns towards a strange local kid who had a similar experience. Together they work to figure out who or what is taking the children and discover how to save her best friend.

"Offers intermediate Greek students a reliable, up-to-date introduction to Plato's most influential work. Plato's Greek is not difficult, but his ideas have generated considerable controversy. Book I serves as a dramatic introduction to them, with its memorable confrontation between Socrates and the sophist Thrasymachus over the nature of justice"--