The "Vampire Tales" is the biggest, hungriest, undeadliest collection of vampire stories ever assembled. Dark, stormy, and delicious, once it sinks its teeth into you there's no escape. Vampires! Whether imagined by Bram Stoker or Anne Rice, they are part of the human lexicon and as old as blood itself. They are your neighbors, your friends, and they are always lurking. Now we have compiled the darkest, the scariest, and by far the most evil collection of vampire stories ever, with over 80...

With a picture of Mr. Robinson teaching his grandson, the back page reads:"Mr. Robinson, a Master of Yang Tai Chi, had undertaken two projects. The first is to hand down to his grandson, 46 years of knowledge and experience in the Martial Arts.The second is to hand down this knowledge and experience to you through the pages of this book. Much effort has been taken to give the reader a complete guide to Tai Chi in a language that is uncomplicated and yet very detailed. This book is ...

"Sinners and Saints" by Phil Robinson is a gripping exploration of morality and redemption set against a backdrop of crime and personal struggle. The narrative follows complex characters who navigate the blurred lines between good and evil, each facing their own demons. Robinson's writing delves deep into the human psyche, revealing the motivations and conflicts that drive individuals to make choices that define their lives. The interplay of sin and virtue creates a rich tapestry that chal...

Birds of the Wave and Woodland by Phil Robinson is a detailed exploration of bird life, focusing on the various species found in both marine and forested environments. The book combines natural history with lyrical descriptions of the birds' behavior, habitats, and characteristics. Robinson provides vivid accounts of both common and rare bird species, offering readers a glimpse into their lives in a way that is both informative and poetic.The author emphasizes the diversity of birdlife, fr...

In "Birds of the Wave and Woodland," Phil Robinson intricately weaves together poetic prose and scientific observation to create a vivid tapestry of avian life. This meticulously researched work explores the avifauna inhabiting both coastal and forested ecosystems, revealing the intimate connections between birds and their environments. Robinson'Äôs lyrical style evokes a sense of wonder, inviting readers into the vibrant worlds of each species, while his astute analytical insights provide...

This early work by Phil Robinson was originally published in 1881 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Hunting of the Soko' is a short story about an expedition from Zanzibar that encounters a curious forgotten race. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in crypto...

This early work by Phil Robinson was originally published in 1893 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Last of the Vampires' is a short story about a discovery of the remains of something that appears to be half-human, and the Amazonian legend that goes along with it. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Lo...

We all have a common denominator. We all would like something easy to follow that could make a difference in the quality of our lives. This book does just that. Mr. Robinson takes us on a journey back in time where we explore the minds of the wisest in ancient times. Although written for the Tai Chi student, Mr. Robinson makes it clear the Tao Te Ching can be a guide for everyone. This is one of those books you can't put down and will find yourself referring to it for years to com...

"Sinnеrs and Saints, "pеnnеd by thе talеntеd author Phil Robinson, is a litеrary mastеrpiеcе that еxplorеs thе intricatе and morally complеx livеs of its charactеrs. Sеt in a closе-knit community, thе novеl dеlvеs into thе blurrеd linеs bеtwееn vicе and virtuе, compеlling rеadеrs to quеstion thеir own moral compass. Robinson's storytеlling prowеss shinеs as hе wеavеs togеthеr thе livеs of a divеrsе cast, еach grappling with thеir innеr dеmons and sееking rеdеmption. Thе book challеngеs con...

Young homeless people are ordinary young people trapped in an extraordinary situation. This accessible guide provides information and advice on how to understand the needs of these young people, and how to ensure they are supported effectively.It combines the latest research and practice to establish what works best when helping young homeless people and provides insights into their world through diary excerpts and interviews. Key issues covered include the relationship between dru...

Life is to be lived. Experiences gained, pleasures sampled. But, troublingly, when you are a classic author your thoughts sometimes lean towards darker thoughts. Within the space of a few paragraphs these literary masters shape a new world; more difficult experiences, darker pleasures. Life becomes uneasy, a queasy feeling, perhaps a repulsion here, a disgust there and very soon what was cosy, warm and comfortable becomes cold, painful, even horrific.The talents of their pens now f...

An author’s talents may seem obvious and indisputable as they move words and ideas into gathered phrases and stories.But where do these ideas and stories come from? A lonely thought that suddenly gathers form? An inspiration from a Muse? A suggestion from an everyday event?Perhaps in the case of their darker, more malevolent stories, other forces are at work. They help to nourish single words into sentences and paragraphs that ease themselves from the shadows and are sudden...