Author: C. E. Albertson
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595186793
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
This collection contains short stories of vampires, science fiction, fantasy, horror, whimsy, plus some terrible poetry at no extra cost. Animal tales, fairy tales, ideal reading on plane or rail, or to take to your doctor's waiting room.
The Eternal Lover and Other Tales
Author: C. E. Albertson
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595186793
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
This collection contains short stories of vampires, science fiction, fantasy, horror, whimsy, plus some terrible poetry at no extra cost. Animal tales, fairy tales, ideal reading on plane or rail, or to take to your doctor's waiting room.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595186793
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
This collection contains short stories of vampires, science fiction, fantasy, horror, whimsy, plus some terrible poetry at no extra cost. Animal tales, fairy tales, ideal reading on plane or rail, or to take to your doctor's waiting room.
The Eternal Husband
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486465721
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
A rich and idle man confronts his dead mistress's husband in this psychological novel of duality. Powerful and accessible, it offers a captivating and revealing exploration of love, guilt, and hatred.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486465721
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
A rich and idle man confronts his dead mistress's husband in this psychological novel of duality. Powerful and accessible, it offers a captivating and revealing exploration of love, guilt, and hatred.
Eternal Lover
Author: Jackie Kessler
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758283504
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
A quartet of supernaturally seductive stories featuring vampires, succubi, demons, and more—proving that when it comes to romance, passion is immortal . . . Ancient desires and forbidden pleasures; unnatural hungers and irresistible attractions; limitless lust and undying needs. Even creatures of the night and of the darkest dreams can’t help but give in to the power of seduction. Enter a dark world of paranormal pleasure with these four tantalizing tales . . . “The Yearning” by Hannah Howell Alpin has spent centuries searching for something that will satisfy his unquenchable lust—something more than mere physical pleasure. Then he meets Sophie, whose own search for eternal love binds them together in a shimmering sensuality too strong to be ignored . . . “Bitten” by Lynsay Sands The life of a vampire is one of solitude, devoid of passion or companionship. Or so Keeran thinks, until a chance encounter brings Emily into his afterlife—and sets his soul aflame with an ardor unlike any he’s known in all his many years . . . “A Hell of a Time” by Jackie Kessler Jesse has spent an eternity stealing the souls of men with her power as a succubus. Now that she’s human—and free to satisfy her own needs—she’s ready to see how powerful her non-magical powers of seduction are . . . “City of Demons” by Richelle Mead After what feels like an eternity, Georgina Kincaid has finally found the man of her dreams. But when she discovers that their lust could be deadly, she’ll do whatever it takes to make sure she doesn’t lose him . . .
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758283504
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
A quartet of supernaturally seductive stories featuring vampires, succubi, demons, and more—proving that when it comes to romance, passion is immortal . . . Ancient desires and forbidden pleasures; unnatural hungers and irresistible attractions; limitless lust and undying needs. Even creatures of the night and of the darkest dreams can’t help but give in to the power of seduction. Enter a dark world of paranormal pleasure with these four tantalizing tales . . . “The Yearning” by Hannah Howell Alpin has spent centuries searching for something that will satisfy his unquenchable lust—something more than mere physical pleasure. Then he meets Sophie, whose own search for eternal love binds them together in a shimmering sensuality too strong to be ignored . . . “Bitten” by Lynsay Sands The life of a vampire is one of solitude, devoid of passion or companionship. Or so Keeran thinks, until a chance encounter brings Emily into his afterlife—and sets his soul aflame with an ardor unlike any he’s known in all his many years . . . “A Hell of a Time” by Jackie Kessler Jesse has spent an eternity stealing the souls of men with her power as a succubus. Now that she’s human—and free to satisfy her own needs—she’s ready to see how powerful her non-magical powers of seduction are . . . “City of Demons” by Richelle Mead After what feels like an eternity, Georgina Kincaid has finally found the man of her dreams. But when she discovers that their lust could be deadly, she’ll do whatever it takes to make sure she doesn’t lose him . . .
Love, Revenge and Other Tales
Author: C. M. Sheasby
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1481784099
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
A captivating collection of short stories from romantic and fantasy novelist, C M Sheasby. Centred around the theme of love and revenge, tales ranging from a lover's confession to a romance gone wrong explore the complex gamut of human emotions and ensuing relationships, both good and bad. Tales past and present, overseas and home, joyful, tragic or indeed horrific-each swiftly, briefly, enveloping you into the microcosm of their world.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1481784099
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
A captivating collection of short stories from romantic and fantasy novelist, C M Sheasby. Centred around the theme of love and revenge, tales ranging from a lover's confession to a romance gone wrong explore the complex gamut of human emotions and ensuing relationships, both good and bad. Tales past and present, overseas and home, joyful, tragic or indeed horrific-each swiftly, briefly, enveloping you into the microcosm of their world.
Beauty and the Beast - And Other Tales of Love in Unexpected Places (Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World): Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World
Author: Amelia Carruthers
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1473370094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Discover an enchanting collection of seven adaptations of the classic romantic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast, collated from around the world. A tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast, is the perfect example of the magic of boundless love. Adored for centuries, it is known worldwide for its timeless message that true love goes beyond appearance. Encapsulating seven wonderful versions of the classic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast - And Other Tales of Love in Unexpected Places, presents an illustrated volume of stories full of spellbinding love, as well as those with a darker twist. Accompanying these enchanting tales are many delightful illustrations by artists of the Golden Age of Illustration, such as Jennie Harbour, W. Heath Robinson, Charles Robinson, Edmund Dulac, and H. J. Ford. As part of the Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World series, this volume, complete with captivating full colour and black-and-white illustrations, would make the perfect gift for lovers of the timeless Beauty and the Beast story, or those interested in the origins of one of the world’s most adored fairy tales.
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1473370094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Discover an enchanting collection of seven adaptations of the classic romantic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast, collated from around the world. A tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast, is the perfect example of the magic of boundless love. Adored for centuries, it is known worldwide for its timeless message that true love goes beyond appearance. Encapsulating seven wonderful versions of the classic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast - And Other Tales of Love in Unexpected Places, presents an illustrated volume of stories full of spellbinding love, as well as those with a darker twist. Accompanying these enchanting tales are many delightful illustrations by artists of the Golden Age of Illustration, such as Jennie Harbour, W. Heath Robinson, Charles Robinson, Edmund Dulac, and H. J. Ford. As part of the Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World series, this volume, complete with captivating full colour and black-and-white illustrations, would make the perfect gift for lovers of the timeless Beauty and the Beast story, or those interested in the origins of one of the world’s most adored fairy tales.
The Smart Set
Death By Design
Author: C. E. Albertson
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595260292
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Booze, babes, and bullets follow recovery of stolen diamonds, as an American agent attempts to stay alive while sandwiched between the Russian Mafia and a Colombian drug cartel, attempting to combine diamonds and drugs. If you enjoyed Death By Design, you will like The Red God, a foreign intrigue thriller set in the Middle East, or The Mummy's Curse, a story of Nazi gold haunted by the supernatural, also by C. E. Albertson.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595260292
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Booze, babes, and bullets follow recovery of stolen diamonds, as an American agent attempts to stay alive while sandwiched between the Russian Mafia and a Colombian drug cartel, attempting to combine diamonds and drugs. If you enjoyed Death By Design, you will like The Red God, a foreign intrigue thriller set in the Middle East, or The Mummy's Curse, a story of Nazi gold haunted by the supernatural, also by C. E. Albertson.
Stories of Waterloo and Other Tales
Author: William Hamilton Maxwell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
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Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Edgar Rice Burroughs: Master of Adventure
Author: Richard A. Lupoff
Publisher: Gateway
ISBN: 1473208718
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
So, just how was Tarzan created? Eager to know the inside story about the legendary John Carter and the amazing cities and peoples of Barsoom? Perhaps your taste is more suited to David Innes and the fantastic lost world at the Earth's core? Or maybe wrong-way Napier and the bizarre civilizations of cloud-enshrouded Venus are more to your liking? These pages contain all that you will ever want to know about the wondrous worlds and unforgettable characters penned by the master storyteller Edgar Rice Burroughs. Richard A. Lupoff, the respected critic and writer who helped spark a Burroughs revival in the 1960s, reveals fascinating details about the stories written by the creator of Tarzan. Featured here are outlines of all of Burroughs's major novels, with descriptions of how they were each written and their respective sources of inspiration.
Publisher: Gateway
ISBN: 1473208718
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
So, just how was Tarzan created? Eager to know the inside story about the legendary John Carter and the amazing cities and peoples of Barsoom? Perhaps your taste is more suited to David Innes and the fantastic lost world at the Earth's core? Or maybe wrong-way Napier and the bizarre civilizations of cloud-enshrouded Venus are more to your liking? These pages contain all that you will ever want to know about the wondrous worlds and unforgettable characters penned by the master storyteller Edgar Rice Burroughs. Richard A. Lupoff, the respected critic and writer who helped spark a Burroughs revival in the 1960s, reveals fascinating details about the stories written by the creator of Tarzan. Featured here are outlines of all of Burroughs's major novels, with descriptions of how they were each written and their respective sources of inspiration.
Promises and Other Tales of White Lies
Author: Thom Bennett
Publisher: Dark Porch Publishing
ISBN: 1999470699
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Featuring the coming of age novella PROMISES, this eclectic and often surprising collection of short stories will take readers on a trip from the rock and roll 50s through to the end of the century. Romantic, often humorous and sometimes mysterious, PROMISES and Other Tales of White Lies is sure to please readers of every taste. Promises is a poignant tale of young love in the late rock ‘n roll ’50s. It’s romantic, a bit bittersweet, but often tinged with timely humor. Halloween Fog is a nostalgic tale about four young trick-or-treaters who head into a fog-filled night with dreams of goodies in their hearts! When spooky events happen, only Mother can save them. Or will she? A Few Beers and a Few Laughs: It’s Friday night in the ’60s, so join three college students in this madcap comedy of selfish innocence. It’s the final days of their playtime—before graduation and a life of work begins. Eternal Beloved (Original title: The Christmas Reunion): This is no ordinary tale of lost love; it is a mystery that goes beyond the bounds of time and space. It is a tale of love eternal. This story was so popular in Thom’s Christmas collection, he just had to bring it back for his new readers who love romance and mystery. The Wingding Kid: Growing up, The Wingding Kid ran with a gang that included a future mobster named Frank and a future Broadway producer named Charlie. The Kid’s specialty was lying. Years later, The Kid is back in town and lying about the mobster! “If you see The Kid,” Frank says to Charlie, “tell him to stop lying about me, or he’ll be swimming in the Hudson River, wearing cement shoes!” A crooked comedy! Too Many Love Letters: Say hello to gentleman detective Cass Gentry, star of the mystery novels The Death Merchants and The Man With Hemingway’s Face. In this case, he and his girlfriend, Eleanor, are out to discover why a theater employee is getting numerous love letters from men who dislike her. A romantic mystery!
Publisher: Dark Porch Publishing
ISBN: 1999470699
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Featuring the coming of age novella PROMISES, this eclectic and often surprising collection of short stories will take readers on a trip from the rock and roll 50s through to the end of the century. Romantic, often humorous and sometimes mysterious, PROMISES and Other Tales of White Lies is sure to please readers of every taste. Promises is a poignant tale of young love in the late rock ‘n roll ’50s. It’s romantic, a bit bittersweet, but often tinged with timely humor. Halloween Fog is a nostalgic tale about four young trick-or-treaters who head into a fog-filled night with dreams of goodies in their hearts! When spooky events happen, only Mother can save them. Or will she? A Few Beers and a Few Laughs: It’s Friday night in the ’60s, so join three college students in this madcap comedy of selfish innocence. It’s the final days of their playtime—before graduation and a life of work begins. Eternal Beloved (Original title: The Christmas Reunion): This is no ordinary tale of lost love; it is a mystery that goes beyond the bounds of time and space. It is a tale of love eternal. This story was so popular in Thom’s Christmas collection, he just had to bring it back for his new readers who love romance and mystery. The Wingding Kid: Growing up, The Wingding Kid ran with a gang that included a future mobster named Frank and a future Broadway producer named Charlie. The Kid’s specialty was lying. Years later, The Kid is back in town and lying about the mobster! “If you see The Kid,” Frank says to Charlie, “tell him to stop lying about me, or he’ll be swimming in the Hudson River, wearing cement shoes!” A crooked comedy! Too Many Love Letters: Say hello to gentleman detective Cass Gentry, star of the mystery novels The Death Merchants and The Man With Hemingway’s Face. In this case, he and his girlfriend, Eleanor, are out to discover why a theater employee is getting numerous love letters from men who dislike her. A romantic mystery!