In the continuing saga of the Alien Cadets, meet Claire Kindler, a cadet who never made it back to Earth with the others.The black market for humans began to thrive long before the trial was over. Claire's mentor sold her to a collector and faked her death to pocket the money. Soon after humanity's trial, Claire finally escapes, but she's woefully ignorant of the galaxy. Everyone assumes she is a Rik—whatever that is—and she's faced with suspicion and hostility as ...

A Handbook of Literary Theories demystifies the landscape of literary theories, providing young researchers and readers with a clear understanding of key concepts and methodologies as far as literary theories are concerned.Thisbook allows the readers to grasp the complexities of literary criticism with A Handbook of Literary Theories. The book defines the notion of literary theory and explores the significance of blending theories and the innovative practice of borrowing t...

Previously published as Eradicate by Corrie Garrett.Reader Reviews"...this is my third time reading through the series! For someone who doesn't normally love science fiction, I find myself coming back to these stories and wanting to read them again at least once a year." - Reader Review"I read all three volumes as quickly as life permitted--and life has been complicated recently." - Reader Review

A Deal with a Devil StorySix years ago, Logan Hart sold his soul to the devil to become the greatest bluesman of all time—and now the devil has come to collect.The irony is that Logan squandered his gift. High on fame, money, and drugs, he ignored his muse and neglected his music. And despite escaping showbiz in a moment of clarity, it’s too late to redeem himself. All that’s left is to try to go out with some dignity. Alas, the prospect of an eternity in H...

Join Cassie Snow, the sexiest coach in the Mudskippers League, as she prepares the Wasconaway Wildcats for their big game against the Zenith Zephyrs with some unorthodox lessons in teamwork ...When veteran ballplayer Zane Dillinger signs on with the Wasconaway Wildcats, Coach Snow is in for some special lessons of her own. With Zane's help, she helps rookie batter Charlie Maple recover from a slump and solves a crisis in the battery between pitcher Frank Mumford an...

Bringing together The Circular Staircase and The Bat, this volume showcases Mary Roberts Rinehart's mastery of the early American mystery-thriller. The Circular Staircase unfolds in the rented country house Sunnyside, where Rachel Innes confronts nocturnal intrusions, family secrets, and a body at the foot of the stairs. The Bat intensifies the "old dark house" formula with theatrical suspense, hidden rooms, and a criminal mastermind. Witty, brisk, and intricately plotted, both works helpe...

Cornelia Rose eschews the glories of New York City and the wonders of the 1850s modern technology, and heads out to unknown territory in the Wild West.> WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Best Women’s FictionCornelia Rose has embraced the opportunities that life in the metropolis of New York provides. In love and happily married to Obadiah Wright, her life is a fairytale of abundance, but it takes an unexpected turn with Oba...

A Wild Ghost ChaseQueen Victoria orders the premiere phantom hunter, Sexton Dukenfield, to track down England’s missing ghosts. On the job, Sexton stumbles into Ceridwen, a phantom Celtic warrior woman. Not only does Sexton find her intriguing as a clue to the missing spirits, her sultry beauty haunts him as well.Though they both burn with desire, it’s difficult to quench their fiery passion. Since Ceridwen is so translucent.On a mission through the...

The stunning Inkheart trilogy is complete and available in this e-bindup! From internationally acclaimed storyteller Cornelia Funke, this bestselling, magical epic is getting new covers in anticipation of the long-awaited fourth book in the series.One cruel night, Meggie's father reads aloud from a book called INKHEART-- and an evil ruler escapes the boundaries of fiction and lands in their living room. Suddenly, Meggie is smack in the middle of the kind of adventure she has only r...

In "Exercises in Knitting," Cornelia Mee offers an innovative approach to the art of knitting, intertwining practical instruction with poetic flair. This text stands out in the early 19th century literature on needlework, providing a solid foundation for both novice and experienced knitters. Mee's clear, methodical style is complemented by her engaging narratives and illustrations, which showcase various techniques and patterns. Through a series of exercises, she not only educates her read...

My Life Couldn't Get More Ridiculous—with the pandemic, hip replacement surgery, and moving into a 55+ community.All of which turned March 2020 to March 2021 into a period of chaos and … laughter. I cover: avoiding covid, dealing with highly sociable neighbors—who refused to take any precautions, and tackling all the crazy obstacles in my path to get a new hip—finally? And, moreover, what my cat tthough of all of it?Bonus: 2 Baby Boomer Fiction Nove...

What would happen if Santa fell to Earth? Christmas through the eyes of Cornelia Funke: quirky, funny, ultimately heartwarming, and packaged in a collectible format. A new holiday classic! Scared by a storm, Twinklestar, the least reliable reindeer, bolts--causing Santa and his sleigh to crash-land. And though Santa has dropped into a friendly neighborhood, he's not safe: Jeremiah Goblynch, the ruthless new leader of the Council of Yuleland, is determind to put an end to children's wishes ...