Heroes Of Hastovia 2

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Mark Boutros
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Heroes of Hastovia Book 2: Rise of the Deathbringer by Mark Boutros Pdf

Peace doesn’t last. It’s just a temporary break while war rests. They might as well rename times of peace ‘war holidays’ Karl and his friends have had their fill of conflict and are thankful to live whatever is considered a normal life.But not too far away, a noble deed produces terrifying results, awakening a fearsome foe obsessed with unleashing a power so devastating it could destroy all life on Hastovia.Karl and his friends must find a magic relic, put their trust in the untrustworthy, and make sacrifices that could include their lives.Hastovia needs some heroes. From Emmy award nominated screenwriter, Mark Boutros, comes the second book in his fantasy series. If you're looking for action, adventure, magic relics, hopelessness, weird villains, struggling heroes, humour and strange creatures, then this is the book for you. PRAISE FOR RISE OF THE DEATHBRINGER “Here we are again, another action packed adventure following our lovable idiot Karl and his rat tag group of friends... just like the first in the series, this book draws you in quickly into the whimsical world of Hastovia, and when you're there, it's hard to leave. If you thought the first book was filled with weird and wonderful creatures - you ain't seen nothing yet! With the perfect balance of comedy and edge of your seat action, I couldn't put this book down. Without giving away any spoilers, the ending hit me in the feels... and of course, I can't wait to see where the story goes next. Patiently(ish) waiting for the next instalment.” By Pixie Briton – author of the Kill or Cure series

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Mark Boutros
Page : 1495 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2022-07-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Heroes of Hastovia Collection by Mark Boutros Pdf

The complete fantasy comedy series and an exclusive short story - Heroes of Hastovia Origins: The Rise of Ragnus Book 1: The First Adventure Will Karl find his true home before he’s killed by a crazed Man-Hawk? Karl’s had a rotten week. He lost another job, a tyrant Man-Hawk invaded the only place he ever called home, and to make things worse, a greedy parrot just revealed that Karl isn’t who he thinks he is. Clueless and hopeless, Karl has to find a portal to his real home before he’s captured. Luckily he has the help of an Oaf, obsessed with revenge but incapable of killing, and Questions, the last of her kind who can only talk in questions. And so Karl’s adventure begins. He’s forced to explore a magical world that terrifies him. He'll make friends, enemies and put his hand in dragon dung. It’s an adventure he doesn’t want to be on, but one which will change his life… forever. Book 2: Rise of the Deathbringer Peace doesn’t last. It’s just a temporary break while war rests. They might as well rename times of peace ‘war holidays’ Karl and his friends have had their fill of conflict and are thankful to live whatever is considered a normal life. But not too far away, a noble deed produces terrifying results, awakening a fearsome foe obsessed with unleashing a power so devastating it could destroy all life on Hastovia. Karl and his friends must find a magic relic, put their trust in the untrustworthy, and make sacrifices that could include their lives. Hastovia needs some heroes. Book 3: In Memory of... Would you risk your afterlife to get back to those you love? Karl has one more adventure in him. Can he stop the greatest evil he's ever faced, or will this be his final adventure for the wrong reasons? Reviews: I heard this was weird, and it definitely is, but the best kind of weird! The author has found a great balance between comedy and fantasy, and I love the characters I met on Karl's journey. It's witty, charming and full of creativity, but it's all so easy to imagine. I can see why some people have likened it to Pratchett, but I think this is somewhere between Pratchett's whimsy and The Princess Bride's charm. I can't wait to read the second book Get the complete collection of the comedy fantasy series now. It's packed with magic, monsters, adventure, strange creatures, and characters you'll wish were your friends, and some you're glad you don't know.

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Mark Boutros
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Heroes of Hastovia Book 1: The First Adventure by Mark Boutros Pdf

Will Karl find his true home before he’s killed by a crazed Man-Hawk? Karl’s had a rotten week. He lost another job, a tyrant Man-Hawk invaded the only place he ever called home, and to make things worse, a greedy parrot just revealed that Karl isn’t who he thinks he is. Clueless and hopeless, Karl has to find a portal to his real home before he’s captured. Luckily he has the help of an Oaf, obsessed with revenge but incapable of killing, and Questions, the last of her kind who can only talk in questions. And so Karl’s adventure begins. He’s forced to explore a magical world that terrifies him. He'll make friends, enemies and put his hand in dragon dung. It’s an adventure he doesn’t want to be on, but one which will change his life… forever. International Emmy nominated writer, Mark Boutros, brings you a warm, humorous and sometimes dark fantasy about friendship, featuring magic, monsters, morons and more. PRAISE FOR HEROES OF HASTOVIA: "The story has the perfect balance of fantasy and comedy, making this book an unputdownable page turner....I still don't know what an eye sneeze is, maybe one day i'll know. If you like Roald Dahl and Terry Pratchett, this is for you!" By Pixie Britton, author of Kill or Cure “Mark has found the perfect sense of balance between fantasy and comedy and wove them together to make this book a page-turner (I read this in a day). You will honestly be swept away in the wonderfully whimsical world of this book and will eagerly be right alongside our bunch of misfits for the ride. To see the world as they do and come in contact with some magnificent creatures.” By Lauren Reads Join the three-part fantasy comedy adventure!

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Mark Boutros
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-07-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Heroes of Hastovia Book 3: In Memory Of... by Mark Boutros Pdf

Would you risk your afterlife to get back to those you love? Karl expected the afterlife to be better than swinging a pickaxe at nuggets for a tyrant. Not much better, but definitely slightly better. He misses his home, his friends, and seawater that doesn't burn his skin. He could stick around and spend eternity at the mercy of the deluded narcissist, Zianfer, or he could escape into the unknown and see if it's better. But it's not so straightforward. Others are caught up in his escape and he learns of a horrific maze that leads to a portal back to the Land of the Living. Back home. Unfortunately, Zianfer wants to control that portal so she can rule the realms of the living and the dead. So another perilous adventure begins for Karl. With a half dragon, half giant who needs to get back to stop a war, a vengeful warrior with anger management issues, a friendly face he never expected to meet and others, Karl searches for the maze that will either give him a second chance at the life he sacrificed for others, or be his final quest. Join Karl and his friends in the final book in the comedy fantasy series, full of heart, laughs, strange creatures, and more. If you like epic fantasy with a touch of humour, you'll love this!

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1916297412

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Heroes of Hastovia 2 by Mark Boutros Pdf

A new evil descends on Hastovia seeking to reawaken a power so fearsome it could destroy the entire world. Karl and his friends must risk their lives to find a magic relic, put their trust in the untrustworthy and make sacrifices that will change them forever. Hastovia needs some heroes...

Author : Mark Boutros
Publisher : Mark Boutros
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-24
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781916297449

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The Craft of Character by Mark Boutros Pdf

“The most complete and comprehensive guide to character I've ever read." Adam Croft Character is at the heart of every story. We love stories because we fall in love with characters, we want to see what happens to them and we want to see them experience hope and despair. International Emmy nominated writer, Mark Boutros, offers a guide to creating characters who are engaging, emotionally driven and memorable. With experience as a screenwriter, novelist, creative writing teacher and mentor, Mark shares a mixture of theory and creative writing exercises to get you thinking about the questions to have in your mind during character creation. A lot of stories are perfectly functional, hitting all the right beats, but often fall short due to a thin or obvious character. Problems people think are related to plot are often symptoms of a deeper issue with the characters. Mark highlights what is at the core of character, the importance of motivation, trauma, obstacles and how every little detail can enrich an experience for an audience and ultimately make people care. How do you get to know people? By asking questions and getting to know them so you move past the shallow. Do the same during character development and your story will be so much more engaging for it. Each chapter focuses on an aspect important to character development and ends with exercises so you can apply the concepts to your work and write better characters. The book includes: - Goals, desires, lessons - Stakes to your character’s goal - Character flaws - Developing your character’s voice and world view - Generating truthful obstacles - How to write anti-heroes and compelling villains - Character and personality traits - Common mistakes in character writing - Character research - A character questionnaire The majority of the ideas originate from the author’s screenwriting experience, but they apply to all forms of story, whether it be fiction writing or playwriting, because the focus is on what really makes a character stand out and memorable. The job of the writer is to deliver an emotional experience. Character is the heart of that. If you're looking for a book to help you to improve your screenplay writing, fiction writing, or play writing then this is for you. An invaluable tool for beginner and experienced writers. This is perfect for anyone interested in screenwriting books, fiction writing books, or character development books. Praise for The Craft of Character: “Would 100% recommend not only for beginners, but also for experienced writers looking to get to know their characters better. A bit like writer-character therapy.” reader review “Both the chapters and the exercises are easy to understand and get through. Mark Boutros clearly knows his stuff and seems happy to be able to help the reader, rather than becoming lecturing and elitist. The structure of the book also means that it is easy to dip back into, when you come across a specific problem, and as such it is a great little reference book, which any aspiring storyteller would benefit from.” reader review “Normally, I find myself arguing with the author of craft books, but here I would say 90% of what I read were things I either found helpful, or flat out agreed with whole heartedly and just needed a reminder on why these things are important. The exercises were a excellent touch, especially as someone who is teaching writing, it gave me ideas on what to do for my students.” reader review

Author : Philip Jenkins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Christianity
ISBN : 1541697758

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Crucible of Faith by Philip Jenkins Pdf

"In The Crucible of Faith, Philip Jenkins argues that much of the Judeo-Christian tradition we know today was born between 250-50 BCE, during a turbulent "Crucible Era." It was during these years that Judaism grappled with Hellenizing forces and produced new religious ideas that reflected and responded to their changing world. By the time of the fall of the Temple in 70 CE, concepts that might once have seemed bizarre became normalized-and thus passed on to Christianity and later Islam. Drawing widely on contemporary sources from outside the canonical Old and New Testaments, Jenkins reveals an era of political violence and social upheaval that ultimately gave birth to entirely new ideas about religion, the afterlife, Creation and the Fall, and the nature of God and Satan."--Amazon.

Author : Ian Doescher
Publisher : Quirk Books
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781683691761

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William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Clueless by Ian Doescher Pdf

Celebrate Clueless and rolleth with the homies with this illustrated adaptation of the cult classic script, retold in Shakespearean verse by the best-selling author of William Shakespeare's Star Wars. Clueless gets a makeover that Cher Horowitz and the Bard would approve of in this witty retelling of the ’90s teen comedy. Cher, the fairest maiden of Bronson Alcott High in Beverly Hills, spends her days merrily match-making and mall-hopping with her best friend Dionne. But her good intentions create mischief for her friends and family, including her new friend Tai, her crush Christian, and her cute stepbrother Josh, turning a comedy of errors into high drama. Can Cher admit her folly in time to save her friendships—and her own heart?

Author : Jade Leaf Willetts
Publisher : Renard Press Ltd
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2022-07-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781913724917

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The Green Indian Problem by Jade Leaf Willetts Pdf

Set in the valleys of South Wales at the tail end of Thatcher’s Britain, The Green Indian Problem is the story of Green, a seven year-old with intelligence beyond his years – an ordinary boy with an extraordinary problem: everyone thinks he’s a girl. Green sets out to try and solve the mystery of his identity, but other issues keep cropping up – God, Father Christmas, cancer – and one day his best friend goes missing, leaving a rift in the community and even more unanswered questions. Dealing with deep themes of friendship, identity, child abuse and grief, The Green Indian Problem is, at heart, an all-too-real story of a young boy trying to find out why he’s not like the other boys in his class. Longlisted for the Bridport Prize (in the Peggy Chapman-Andrews category) 'A small and perfectly formed novel… Everyone who was born in the wrong body should read this, but more importantly, everyone who wasn’t should read it too.' Laura Pearson, author of Missing Pieces and I Wanted You to Know 'A beautiful, sorrowful tale. This took me right back to my childhood – one of curiosity, dreams and the promise to never forget. A reminder that no matter how little we are, our feelings are big, our worlds so important.' Alex Humphreys, BBC presenter and journalist

Author : David Fennell
Publisher : Bonnier Zaffre Ltd.
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781838773465

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The Art of Death by David Fennell Pdf

'A truly extraordinary crime novel' - Lynda La Plante Death is an art, and he is the master . . . Three glass cabinets appear in London's Trafalgar Square containing a gruesome art installation: the floating corpses of three homeless men. Shock turns to horror when it becomes clear that the bodies are real. The cabinets are traced to @nonymous - an underground artist shrouded in mystery who makes a chilling promise: MORE WILL FOLLOW. Eighteen years ago, Detective Inspector Grace Archer escaped a notorious serial killer. Now, she and her caustic DS, Harry Quinn, must hunt down another. As more bodies appear at London landmarks and murders are livestreamed on social media, their search for @nonymous becomes a desperate race against time. But what Archer doesn't know is that the killer is watching their every move - and he has his sights firmly set on her . . . He is creating a masterpiece. And she will be the star of his show. Praise for The Art of Death: 'I flew through it . . . tense, gripping and brilliantly inventive' SIMON LELIC 'Unsettling, fast-paced, suspenseful and gripping . . . Excellent' WILL DEAN 'A serial killer thriller with the darkest of hearts' FIONA CUMMINS 'A tense-as-hell high-body count page turner, but a rarer thing too - one that's also full of genuine warmth and humanity' WILLIAM SHAW

Author : M.M. Ward,Mark Boutros,D.A. Schneider,Phil Hore,Brandon Ebinger,Danielle McNeill,Catherine Edward
Publisher : Editingle Indie House
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Beyond the Hallow Grave by M.M. Ward,Mark Boutros,D.A. Schneider,Phil Hore,Brandon Ebinger,Danielle McNeill,Catherine Edward Pdf

Children beware, and please give care of things that go bump in the night. It all seems like fun when you provoke mayhem and run through the graveyard to give one a fright. Please heed our warning from dusk until morning giving caution to the naive. Goblins and Ghouls wait on the foolishly brave to pull beyond the hallow grave.

Author : Roger Lancelyn Green
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2008-08-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780141918709

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King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table by Roger Lancelyn Green Pdf

King Arthur is one of the greatest legends of all time. From the magical moment when Arthur releases the sword in the stone to the quest for the Holy Grail and the final tragedy of the Last Battle, Roger Lancelyn Green brings the enchanting world of King Arthur stunningly to life. One of the greatest legends of all time, with an inspiring introduction by David Almond, award-winning author of Clay, Skellig, Kit's Wilderness and The Fire-Eaters.

Author : Bethany Adams
Publisher : Bethany Adams
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780997532012

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Soulbound by Bethany Adams Pdf

Author : S.M. Wilson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1474927343

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The Extinction Trials by S.M. Wilson Pdf

Stormchaser wants to escape her starved, grey life. Lincoln wants to save his dying sister. Their only chance is to join an expedition to a deadly country to steal the eggs of vicious dinosaurs. If they succeed, their reward is a new life filled with riches. But in a land full of monsters - both human and reptilian - only the ruthless will survive. Jurassic Park meets The Hunger Games in this epic new series.

Author : Mark Lawrence
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2013-08-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101624937

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Emperor of Thorns by Mark Lawrence Pdf

In the final novel in the Broken Empire Trilogy, the boy who would rule all may have finally met his match... King Jorg Ancrath is twenty now—and king of seven nations. His goal—revenge against his father—has not yet been realized, and the demons that haunt him have only grown stronger. Yet no matter how tortured his path, he intends to take the next step in his upward climb. Jorg would be emperor. It is a position not to be gained by the sword but rather by vote. And never in living memory has anyone secured a majority of the vote, leaving the Broken Empire long without a leader. Jorg plans to change that. He’s uncovered the lost technology of the land, and he won’t hesitate to use it. But he soon finds an adversary standing in his way, a necromancer unlike any he has ever faced—a figure hated and feared even more than himself: the Dead King.