Fantasy & science fiction

One day, Cayna receives an urgent correspondence from Shining Saber, afellow Leadale player also transported to this new world. It turns out that ahorde of monsters is headed for the royal capital, and he needs Cayna to lendher mighty powers to stop the beasts. But when a Guardian Tower in the form of agiant tortoise appears in CaynaΓÇÖs absence, will Exis and Quolke have whatit takes to handle it themselves?!

"The world is under attack by hideous monsters, and Jake's life is falling apart--until he meets Murder Falcon. Murf was sent from The Heavy to destroy all evil, but he can't do it without Jake shredding up a storm. Now, with every chord Jake plays on his guitar, the power of metal fuels Murder Falcon into all-out kung fu fury on those that seek to conquer Earth. This new edition collects the entire Murder Falcon miniseries and Skybound X short story, along with covers and a sketchbook, in one oversized hardcover volume"--

This seventh volume collects the master's adaptations of the Tales from the Arabian Nights. Featuring a foreword by Walt Simonson.

Discover the enthralling fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to this captivating story of Hades and Persephone."Take her, and I will destroy this world. Take her, and I will destroy you. Take her, and I will end us all."Hades, God of the Underworld, is known for his inflexible rule, luxurious night clubs, and impossible bargains. Used to control, he is not prepared to discover the Fates have chosen his future wife and Queen-Persephone, Goddess of Spring.Despite her attraction to the god, Persephone, an ambitious journalism student, is determined to expose Hades for his cruel and ruthless ways. She defies him at every turn, even as the attraction between them explodes.Hades finds himself faced with the impossible-proving his future bride wrong. Regardless of his efforts, there are forces who wish to keep the two apart and Hades comes to realize he will do anything for his forbidden love, even defy Fate.

An anthology of queer erotic sci-fi, fantasy, and horror, edited by So Mayer and Adam Zmith and feating work from ten queer writers from the UK and beyond.

&i>Our Lady of Mysterious Ailments&/i> is the spellbinding sequel to &i>The Library of the Dead&/i>, with more ghosts, mysteries and mayhem as Ropa grapples with her newfound magical abilities.

Fantastic and Horrific Stories is a collection of short fiction by Arthur Machen. Condemned as decadent and obscene upon publication, Machen's writing earned praise from Oscar Wilde and H. P. Lovecraft. Throughout the years, Machen's work has been referenced and adapted by such figures as Stephen King, Guillermo del Toro, and Josh Malerman for its masterfully unsettling blend of science, myth, and magic. The Great God Pan, perhaps Machen's most celebrated work, is the story of an occult experiment gone horribly wrong. Clarke has always taken an interest in occult matters, so when a friend offers him a chance to witness an experimental procedure intended to access the spirit realm, he cannot refuse. When the young patient Mary awakens, she shows signs of terror and soon falls into a catatonic state. Convinced of their success in discovering the world of "the great god Pan," Clarke and Raymond agree to keep their discovery a secret. Years later, a nearby town begins reporting the mysterious disappearances of young children, all of whom have been seen in the forest with a young woman named Helen Vaughn.In ?The White People,? originally published in Horlick's Magazine in 1904, a Welshman receives the diary of a young girl introduced to witchcraft. Surprisingly well-kept for its age, the green book accompanies Cotgrave on a journey through the lush countryside. Its pages contain the diary of a young girl who, encouraged by her nurse, immerses herself in the world of magic. As she grows adept in the ways of witchcraft, the girl begins referring to strange beings and unknown places, all while doing her best to conceal her secret life from friends and family.The Hill of Dreams is a semi-autobiographical novel about a young man who begins having strange visions after visiting an ancient Roman fort near his rural Welsh home. Published alongside ?The Inmost Light,? ?The Shining Pyramid,? The Terror, ?Out of the Earth,? and Ornaments in Jade, these tales by Arthur Machen showcase his gift for illuminating the presence of the supernatural in everyday life.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Arthur Machen's Fantastic and Horrific Stories is a classic of British horror fiction reimagined for modern readers.

A wargaming ruleset for epic pre-WW1 battles in the sky.It's the dawn of the 20th Century and the Great Powers turn to war. Since the development of the air screw, leading to the creation of flying warships, the navies of the world have comprised an ever-growing number of these aerial ironclads. So fire up the turbines, ready the aether drives, and take to the air in Castles in the Sky: A Wargame of Flying Battleships.Featuring all the rules required to fight battles with fleets of flying behemoths. Assemble your fleet from 8 nationalities and fight through a variety of scenarios. With a full campaign system, Castles in the Sky contains everything adventurous aeronautical admirals need to find victory in the skies.

&b>The epic, unmissable conclusion to A Chorus of Dragons. As Relos Var proceeds with his plan to dominate the universe, Kihrin must become the very evil he fears to save his friends. But prophecies are fickle things . . .&/b>

Through Madoka’s sacrifice, no magical girl will face the tragic fate that once awaited them, though not one remembers the name of their savior—save Homura Akemi. Clinging to the memory of her dearest friend, Homura struggles to rely on her teammates, even when failing to do so has allowed the giant wraith to devour her powers! To reclaim her powers, Homura begins a desperate search for the giant wraith, finding help in the most unlikely of places…

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the sensational dark fantasy, Overlord!! When the second season and third season aired in 2019, many watchers were enamored by its incredible world building. This book delves into the nitty gritty of the show’s production, featuring character designs from the second and third season, detailed breakdowns of their clothing and accessories, stunning background art, and a collection of illustrations by the original light novel artist, so-bin. The staff roundtables that include Kugane Maruyama and so-bin are also a must-see for diehard fans! This is the only chance to see the other side of Overlord!

This story is beautiful, vicious magic.' Tasha Suri, author of Empire of Sand 'A truly original and clever retelling of a classic that had me racing to the end - you'll never look at Sleeping Beauty the same again.' S.A.

As night falls on Kimberly Magic Academy, the halls transform into a dark and deadly labyrinth...with Oliver and his friends still inside! Faced with a maze of evershifting passages and upperclassmen who hardly have their well-being in mind, the dark side of the school will test their mettle. However, even as they run from certain death, they have to stop Nanao from walking toward it. Just what mysteries does her fierce past hold...?

If uncle tries, he can do anything!Uncle’s recollections of the otherworld are always unforgettable. Yet, few things have surprised Takafumi and Fujimiya as much as the revelation that the adventurer Alicia was a chosen hero straight out of fantasy! They say extraordinary things can happen when you believe in yourself, but could there be a deeper truth to Alicia’s role as a shining force for good…?

“TO CARRY FORTHOUR HOUSE AND NAME.” In an attempt to cut ties with the Imperial family, Aristia la Monique decides to strengthen her bonds to her own. But being named the official heir of family Monique means first becoming a knight worthy of leading the Second Order -- no easy feat for someone born with such a delicate constitution. And when unrest in the borderlands takes her father and mentors away, she’s left without a teacher to oversee her training. With time quickly running out and all the cards stacked against her, will Aristia succeed in this desperate scramble to escape her fate?

After being reincarnated in another world, Cid is enjoying playing his roleas an"eminence in shadow," when the school is occupied by a group claimingto be noneother than Shadow Garden! While protecting Rose, the studentcouncil president, Cidtakes a blow in her place!?

THE TRUTH LIES BENEATH THE SURFACE​As the night of the witch hunt ends, the Nebulis Sovereignty finds it’s sustained nearly insurmountable damage. Its citizens are pointing fingers at the royal family, demanding they take responsibility for the chaos and accelerate the conclave to select a new queen. Meanwhile, Alice entrusts Iska with the task of rescuing Sisbell, the only one capable of revealing who is responsible for the Imperial raid. Iska’s next destination? The research facility run by theHouse of Hydra! Just who is the blue-haired princess who awaits them there?

A vigilante witch with a murder conviction and a dangerous lack of restraint. A notorious druid mired in secrets and shadowed by deadly fae. They might be exactly what the other needs-if they don't destroy each other first.

A gripping road trip through post-apocalyptic America from Tim Lebbon, New York Times bestseller and author of Netflix's The Silence.

Luka Kane was executed in front of a jeering crowd but before he died, he opened one pair of eyes to the truth: Chester 'Chilly' Beckett's. Except, Luka isn't dead at all. A bold escape sets in motion a race against time as Happy's world-ending plans draw to a climax ...

ASIA’S GETTING MARRIED?!​Long ago, Asia used her Sacred Gear to save the life of a demon, a benevolent act that resulted in her being ousted from the Church. Now that demon, Diodora Astaroth, is back and hoping to wed Asia. She refuses, but the seemingly friendly man is persistent. As the Gremory Familia’s next Rating Game opponent, he wagers that if he wins, Asia will be his bride. Naturally, Issei’s not about to let some pretty boy snatch up the blond beauty in his life, but Diodora’s machinations may prove more sinister and cunning than initially suspected. Returning home with Asia could require drastic measures...

You Fell In Love With The Victors of The Hunger Games. Now Prepare To Meet The Villains Of The Blood Veil. After the publication of a salacious tell-all book, the remote city of Ilvernath is thrust into the spotlight. Tourists, protesters, and reporters alike flock to its spellshops and historic ruins to witness an ancient curse unfold: every generation, seven families name a champion among them to compete in a tournament to the death. The winner awards their family exclusive control over the city's high magick supply, the most powerful resource in the world. In the past, the villainous Lowes have won nearly every tournament, and their champion is prepared to continue his family's reign. But this year, thanks to the influence of their newfound notoriety, each of the champions has a means to win. Or better yet--a chance to rewrite their story. But this is a story that must be penned in blood.