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The undead are more alive today than ever. Immortal? Indeed! Nothing has sunk its teeth into 21st century popular culture as pervasively as the vampire. The fangsters have the freedom to fly across all genres and all mediums - there''s even apps for vamps. Whether roaming into romance, haunting horror, sneaking into science fiction, capering into humor, meandering through mystery - no icon is more versatile than the vampire.

On Zara's twentieth birthday, she expects to be married to the love of her life, not stolen by the Shadow Prince and hurled into a world where death awaits her at every turn. For one year, she is forced to endure dangerous trials intended to entertain the fae. Determined to do whatever it takes to survive and return to her home, Zara seeks an escape, but what she never expects is to find herself indebted to the Shadow Prince himself.

Talia's dream of avoiding marriage to her domineering landlord comes crashing to the ground the night her family's ticket out of poverty is stolen and sold by the wicked landlord himself. Now, Talia will be forced to marry him and give up the future she imagined for herself—until a mysterious stranger offers her a surprising bargain: he'll save Talia's family from the landlord's schemes if she marries the stranger that very night. Desperate for a solution, Talia agrees. As the sun rises, they are married, and Talia is whisked away from her safe, predictable life.

Stories by: Ramsey Campbell, Brian M Sammons, Glynn Owen Barrass, Lucy A. Snyder, E.A. Black, Chris Kelso, Andrew Coulthard, Stephen Mark Rainey, Kevin Lewis, Richard Alan Scott, Russell Smeaton, J. Edwin Buja, Made in DNA, David Agranoff, Pete Rawlik, Brian C. Short, Michael Housel, John Chadwick, David Voyles, Konstantine Paradias, Love Kölle, Edward Morris, Parry Milton, Phil Breach, Garrett Cook, Andrew Freudenberg, Sarah Walker. The twenty-seven writers whose works appear here mine the rich seams that Lovecraft’s original vision created. However, lest one imagine that this implies ...

In "My Heart Is In Carolina," Jaxon, the preacher's son, and Dallas, a Texan with uncertainties about North Carolina, meet and find a rare connection. As their bond deepens, they must navigate the disapproval of Jaxon's mother and the looming threat of their town's homophobia. Against the backdrop of a small, tight-knit community, their love blossoms in secrecy. With the farm's restoration mirroring their journey, will their love withstand the challenges, or will the shadows of hate tear them apart?

Kellers world is thrown into chaos when he loses his parents in a tragic car crash. Struggling to find stability in the foster system, he finally lands in the care of Brian, a kind-hearted man who offers him the love and support he desperately craves. Keller eagerly anticipates his time at Camp L.I.F.E., a haven for foster kids, where he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and connection.

Barry C. Black is the spiritual "leader of leaders" for the US Senate, shepherding those on the front lines of the decisions that shape our culture. Now Chaplain Black shows all of us how to thrive in the midst of today's turbulence and confusion by following eight principles that Jesus gave his disciples prior to sending them into a dangerous world. These teachings are as relevant today as when Jesus first spoke them 2,000 years ago.

Jordan Ferrero is a timid boy who is celebrating his high school graduation in Fajardo, Puerto Rico where his dad is from. He hopes to make the most of his time before he goes to the University of North Carolina and enters the life of a Tarheel. He isn’t intending to fall for another boy after his first love was taken away from him, but he finds himself captivated by a boy he meets at the beach – Miguel.

As Prince Edgar prepares to ascend the throne of Espor, he yearns to break free from the shackles of royal duty. Forbidden from the kingdom he is destined to rule, Edgar embarks on a journey that challenges his will, loyalty, sense of duty, and love. As he navigates a web of secrets and lies, he must confront the truth about his family's legacy and make a heart-wrenching choice between royal obligations and his forbidden passion for his best friend, Braelyn. Will Edgar defy convention and follow his heart, or will he succumb to the demands of his birthright? Embark on an unforgettable ...

All Vera wants is to survive her wedding day and fade into the rhythms of a normal life. No easy task for a quarter-mage like her. But her worst fears come to pass when her faulty magic once again lets her down—only this time, she's branded a criminal.

Zayne and Kamden live in the town of Mount Airy, or as the tourists know it, Mayberry. Small minds with big mouths threaten a secret: their love for each other that has been there since they first met. Will they find happiness in a conservative place? Answers lay hidden in the magic of an iconic town.

Based on the keynote message that so moved government leaders at the 2017 National Prayer Breakfast, US Senate Chaplain Barry Black's Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven shows us how to pray prayers that God will hear. Sometimes it feels as if we're never going to be heard and nothing will ever change. Known for his powerful prayers, Chaplain Black challenges us, individually and collectively, to make ourselves heard in a way that really changes things - by calling upon the one who holds ultimate power.

When best friends Keller and Parker sneak apples from a local farm venture to Whisper Falls. Keller wrestles with the realization that his feelings for Parker may run deeper than friendship. A tragic accident sends Parker into a coma, prompting Keller to rally their small town in a heartwarming display of support. As his viral video captures the essence of community love, the healing power of their bond leads Parker back from the brink, uniting them in a tale of second chances and enduring friendship.

Kassandra Darkmorré is hiding behind the mask of humanity, living her life as nothing more than a spectator. She watches, knowing the outcome of the lives around her. They lived. They died. While she was left all alone. She never imagined one of her hospice patients would figure out what she was or ask for an explanation on her death bed. And Kassandra surely didn't expect the dying woman to give her something she hadn't had in almost 200 years. Hope.

Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? unveils the overarching spiritual battle for Jerusalem, and explains the necessary legal framework that will deliver everlasting peace, despite fierce opposition. Who has not wondered what’s really happening in Israel and Gaza, or why a peaceful solution appears so difficult? Why is the world so divided, taking sides with either Israel or Palestine? Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? digs deep into these questions, with stirring results.

Hablamos sobre el auge tecnológico en este ultimo año, basado en experiencias e investigación.

This book revolves around the premise of gaining more perspective on the 24-hour period in which we live our current lives. My goal is to relate everyday experiences that will help establish a common ground for all to build upon. I truly believe the past is just the past, the future has not yet arrived, and the present is the only thing in our control.

Ranked Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023" by Chill Subs Synopsis: Carefully curated stories from our monthly magazine to create a themed short story book about the philosophy and ethics of bioethics. Perfect for classrooms and book clubs, each story is 1,500-7,000 words and comes with five suggested discussion questions. Sacrificing Mercy: A devout Christian refuses a heart transplant based on her religious convictions. The Human Experience: A married couple negotiates the genetic future of their unborn child. Euthanasia: In a dystopian future, Hank works on a farm for the euthanizing of sick, ...