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This sword-and-sorcery novel is part of Lin Carter's Gondwane series, set in a distant future where civilization has crumbled and magic reigns. The story follows Ganelon Silvermane, a genetically engineered warrior, as he embarks on a quest across the vast, decaying world of Gondwane. Filled with epic battles, strange creatures, and ancient mysteries, the novel blends fantasy with elements of science fiction, offering a vivid and adventurous tale in a richly imagined world.
Equus Insanus, son of Aquila, has been missing for three years on his quest to bring the vile Time Criminal to justice. His Roman half brother, Lucius, nephew to Caesar, fears him dead - until he begins receiving strange messages from the lost Lacoti warrior.Then Lucius learns that Equus has been captured by the Time Criminal, who plans to use him as the instrument which will destroy their world. Discovering that the secret to Equus's salvation may lie in the pyramids of Giza and in the riddle of the Sphynx, Aquila and Lucius set out for Egypt. They have no idea that the answers they find will lead them across the entire Roman Empire, through space, and ultimately through time itself - for the final confrontation with the Time Criminal and the battle for a man's soul!
Equus Insanus, son of the intrepid Aquila, finds the civilized life of Rome tedious. So he is eager to return to his native land of Terra Novo to assist in the construction of Caesar's latest fancy -- a transprovincial railroad.But on this alternate Earth where the Roman Empire rules America, things seldom go as planned. Soon the project is beset with savage Indian raids and inexplicable disasters...and Equus's father returns from the future with a dire warning: The evil Time Criminal is back and stronger than ever, and even Aquila of the time-trading Dimensional Patrol is powerless to act!Now only Equus Insanus stands between the Time Criminal and the destruction of the universe!
The book follows Tobas, a young wizard who inherits a single spell from his deceased master. With limited magical knowledge and a desire for adventure, he embarks on a quest to make a name for himself. Along the way, Tobas encounters magical creatures, dangerous challenges, and unexpected companions. His journey is filled with wit and resourcefulness, as he navigates a world where one spell might not be enough to achieve his dreams.
Starship for Hire is a science fiction adventure. It follows the story of a starship crew led by Captain Rocannon, who undertakes various missions in a futuristic setting. The narrative combines elements of space opera and action, focusing on the challenges and exploits of the crew as they navigate through different interstellar adventures.
During a play about witchcraft in an English Village theater, a young actress girl disappears. When her friend begins investigating the disappearance, she finds herself in danger of becoming the next victim.
A horror lurks outside an old man's house. Is it just a wild animal, some mischievous teens, or could it be something far more sinister?
A captain's past sins have not been forgotten. His former soldiers are coming for him, and they won't stop until he pays. But when revenge turns to chaos, who will survive?
The shadows grow deeper, the nightmares more vivid. Each story is a step further into terror. How far will you go before there's no turning back?
Dark forces whisper, nightmares grow teeth, and the truly wicked go unpunished. These stories are not for the faint of heart. How much horror can you handle?
The shadows hide horrors beyond imagination. The things that lurk in the dark are cruel, hungry, and waiting. Are you ready for the nightmare?
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The Wood Beyond the World, first published in 1894, is a seminal work in the fantasy genre and is considered one of the earliest examples of modern fantasy literature. The story follows Walter, a young man who embarks on a journey that leads him to a mysterious and magical land beyond the world he knows.Walter encounters various fantastical beings, including the enigmatic Lady and the Maid, and becomes embroiled in their conflicts and schemes. The novel is notable for its richly detailed setting, Morris's use of archaic language, and its influence on later fantasy writers, including J.R.R. Tolkien.The Wood Beyond the World is praised for its imaginative storytelling and its blend of medieval romance with elements of myth and legend.
In this gripping urban fantasy, ordinary people are faced with an extraordinary threat: the Nightmare People, terrifying creatures that feed on fear and can slip into reality through dreams. As the lines between dreams and the waking world blur, a small group of survivors must band together to fight these mysterious invaders before they consume everything. Suspenseful and eerie, the novel explores the nature of fear and survival in a world under siege by the supernatural.
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