Rune had been told his whole life he was different. Odd. Weird. Not like everyone else. When he realized it was true, he turned his back on everything he knew. He escaped-not just his home but his entire world. And he discovered a new, outlandish world full of strange people and unusual customs.Now Rune, who once spread terror and confusion as a Nightwalker for the King of Shadows, is learning how to ride the bus, use paper money, and order a burger. Thankfully, Rune's ears aren't ...

Like it or not, Rune owes a debt to the Merlady, the most powerful being for hundreds of miles. Twice a year, he is bound by an oath to do her bidding. Now his debt has come due, and the price is steep. Too steep.Keeping his oath means destroying the life of an innocent. Rune knows all about destroying lives; he's destroyed dozens. But as an uneasy resident of the mortal realm, he has tried to put all that behind him. So he concocts a plan to save the life while still upholding the...

In this exciting collection of noblebright fantasy, fresh new fantasy voices and award-winning authors explore grief and hope, sacrifice and heroism. Rediscover the best aspect of classic fantasy - the noblebright ideals that made heroes heroic, even when the world grew dark around them.Thieves, dragons, nightmares, fairy warriors, pookas, enchanted bear-men, and other magical creatures will delight you in these unique tales of possibility, courage, and hope.This anthology ...