Liesmith

Author : Alis Franklin
Publisher : Hydra
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780553394610

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Liesmith by Alis Franklin Pdf

“In this wildly entertaining debut novel, Australian author Franklin has kicked off what’s sure to be a popular series. Fractured, funny, and fast-paced, this book is guaranteed to resonate with fans of mythopoeic fantasy from the likes of J.R.R. Tolkien, George R. R. Martin, and Neil Gaiman.”—Library Journal At the intersection of the magical and the mundane, Alis Franklin’s thrilling debut novel reimagines mythology for a modern world—where gods and mortals walk side by side. Working in low-level IT support for a company that’s the toast of the tech world, Sigmund Sussman finds himself content, if not particularly inspired. As compensation for telling people to restart their computer a few times a day, Sigmund earns enough disposable income to gorge on comics and has plenty of free time to devote to his gaming group. Then in walks the new guy with the unpronounceable last name who immediately becomes IT’s most popular team member. Lain Laufeyjarson is charming and good-looking, with a story for any occasion; shy, awkward Sigmund is none of those things, which is why he finds it odd when Lain flirts with him. But Lain seems cool, even if he’s a little different—though Sigmund never suspects just how different he could be. After all, who would expect a Norse god to be doing server reboots? As Sigmund gets to know his mysterious new boyfriend, fate—in the form of an ancient force known as the Wyrd—begins to reveal the threads that weave their lives together. Sigmund doesn’t have the first clue where this adventure will take him, but as Lain says, only fools mess with the Wyrd. Why? Because the Wyrd messes back. Praise for Liesmith “A very entertaining yet touching read.”—Popcorn Reads “A fabulous start to a new series.”—The Blogger Girls “Cinematic with page-turning action sequences.”—Blogger’s Bookshelf “Liesmith is a delightful, refreshing story with some unlikely characters and a plot filled with mythology and adventure that will keep you guessing.”—Bookwinked “Exciting and filled with danger . . . Fans of mythology will enjoy this urban fantasy story.”—Inside of a Dog

Author : Diana Gabaldon,Robin Hobb,Terry Brooks,Kevin Hearne,Pierce Brown
Publisher : Ballantine Group
Page : 1200 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780804181563

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Del Rey and Bantam Books 2015 Sampler by Diana Gabaldon,Robin Hobb,Terry Brooks,Kevin Hearne,Pierce Brown Pdf

Visionary new worlds come to life once again in this eBook sampler featuring thirty-one excerpts from Del Rey and Bantam Books! Collected here are hints of the best science fiction and fantasy on offer today, from modern classics to bleeding-edge bestsellers. Maybe the hit Starz series has you curious about Diana Gabaldon’s genre-defying Outlander, or The Shannara Chronicles has inspired you to dive into the timeless fantasy novels of Terry Brooks. Maybe you’re a Star Wars fan who can’t wait to take the journey to The Force Awakens. Maybe you’ve heard a lot about Pierce Brown’s The Red Rising Trilogy, Kevin Hearne’s The Iron Druid Chronicles, or Peter V. Brett’s The Demon Cycle and wish to take a sneak peek. Whatever the reason, you’ve come to the right place. Because this year’s sampler is bigger and better than ever! Featuring provocative work from New York Times bestselling stalwarts like Scott Sigler, Harry Turtledove, and China Miéville alongside rising stars like C. A. Higgins, Sylvain Neuvel, and Carlton Mellick III, this eBook sampler shows you the future of fiction. Within are excerpts of: THE ABYSS BEYOND DREAMS by Peter F. Hamilton ALIVE by Scott Sigler ASSASSIN’S APPRENTICE by Robin Hobb BOMBS AWAY by Harry Turtledove CHILDREN OF FIRE by Drew Karpyshyn CLASH OF EAGLES by Alan Smale CLOWNFELLAS by Carlton Mellick III CONSUMPTION by Heather Herrman THE ELFSTONES OF SHANNARA by Terry Brooks EMERGENCE: DAVE VS. THE MONSTERS by John Birmingham GREEN EARTH by Kim Stanley Robinson HALF A KING by Joe Abercrombie THE HAMMER AND THE BLADE by Paul S. Kemp HIS MAJESTY’S DRAGON by Naomi Novik HOUNDED by Kevin Hearne THE LIES OF LOCKE LAMORA by Scott Lynch LIESMITH by Alis Franklin LIGHTLESS by C. A. Higgins MERCY HOUSE by Adam Cesare OLD VENUS, edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois OUTLANDER by Diana Gabaldon RED RISING by Pierce Brown THE SHADOW REVOLUTION: CROWN & KEY by Clay Griffith and Susan Griffith SLEEPING GIANTS by Sylvain Neuvel STAR WARS: A NEW DAWN by John Jackson Miller STAR WARS: DARK DISCIPLE by Christie Golden STAR WARS: LORDS OF THE SITH by Paul S. Kemp THREE MOMENTS OF AN EXPLOSION by China Miéville UPROOTED by Naomi Novik THE WARDED MAN by Peter V. Brett ZERO WORLD by Jason M. Hough

Author : Rob Thurman
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780698184985

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Nevermore by Rob Thurman Pdf

People die. Everyone knows that. I knew it intimately as everyone in my life died thanks to my one seemingly harmless mistake. I'd brought down Heaven, lifted up Hell, and set the world on fire, all due to one slip of the memory. I forgot the pizzas... Caliban is a dead man. The Vigil, a group devoted to concealing the paranormal from humanity, has decided Cal has stepped out of the shadows once too often, and death is the only sentence. They plan to send a supernatural assassin into the past to take down the younger, less lethal Cal. But things change when The Vigil makes one last attempt on Caliban's life in the present—and end up destroying everyone and everything he cares about. Now, Cal has to save himself, warn those closest to him, and kill every Vigil bastard who stole his world. But if he fails, he and everyone in his life will be history…

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1850
Category : Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
ISBN : NYPL:33433082159231

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The Latter-Day Saints' Millennial Star by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 780 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1850
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:555009105

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The Latter-Day Saints' Millennial Star. Volume XII. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Lea Svendsen
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780738769318

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Loki and Sigyn by Lea Svendsen Pdf

"Loki is a divisive figure in American heathenry and his wife Sigyn is all but forgotten ... why is Loki a problem in American culture? This book will provide varying perspectives from established heathens from both academic and practical standpoints, rituals/devotional practices for honoring Loki and Sigyn, and personal anecdotes and communications from my long, wild ride with the Norse gods"--

Author : Warren Murphy,Richard Sapir
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781035999125

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Blood Ties by Warren Murphy,Richard Sapir Pdf

Breathlessly action-packed and boasting a winning combination of thrills, humour and mysticism, the Destroyer is one of the bestselling series of all time.

Author : David Livingstone Smith
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2007-08-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781466821507

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Why We Lie by David Livingstone Smith Pdf

Deceit, lying, and falsehoods lie at the very heart of our cultural heritage. Even the founding myth of the Judeo-Christian tradition, the story of Adam and Eve, revolves around a lie. We have been talking, writing and singing about deception ever since Eve told God, "The serpent deceived me, and I ate." Our seemingly insatiable appetite for stories of deception spans the extremes of culture from King Lear to Little Red Riding Hood, retaining a grip on our imaginations despite endless repetition. These tales of deception are so enthralling because they speak to something fundamental in the human condition. The ever-present possibility of deceit is a crucial dimension of all human relationships, even the most central: our relationships with our very own selves. Now, for the first time, philosopher and evolutionary psychologist David Livingstone Smith elucidates the essential role that deception and self-deception have played in human--and animal--evolution and shows that the very structure of our minds has been shaped from our earliest beginnings by the need to deceive. Smith shows us that by examining the stories we tell, the falsehoods we weave, and the unconscious signals we send out, we can learn much about ourselves and how our minds work. Readers of Richard Dawkins and Steven Pinker will find much to intrigue them in this fascinating book, which declares that our extraordinary ability to deceive others--and even our own selves--"lies" at the heart of our humanity.

Author : Anonim
Publisher :
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Loki Modern Era Epic Collection Vol. 1 – Journey into Mystery by Anonim Pdf

Journey into Mystery (2023) : Loki changes his story! In the wake of the siege of Asgard, Loki is reborn – as a child! With this new life comes a fresh purpose, but can the other Asgardian gods possibly trust him? Let’s hope so – because when the Serpent threatens Earth, Thor’s battle plan is doomed to fail without Loki’s help! The former Lord of Lies must use all the skills of deceit that made him so hated in his past life, but will the rejuvenated godling find redemption or damn himself further? Plus: Nightmare is gathering enough energy to rule the world, and the motherlode is inside Loki’s mind. Aided by an undead handmaiden and a demon puppy, Loki risks everything on a scheme so crazy it could only have been hatched by a God of Mischief! Collects Siege:

Author : Kieron Gillen
Publisher : Marvel Entertainment
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-06
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781302525590

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Loki Modern Era Epic Collection by Kieron Gillen Pdf

Collects Journey into Mystery (2011) #637-645, Exiled (2012) #1, New Mutants (2009) #42-43, Mighty Thor (2011) #18-21, material from A+X (2012) #5. A forgotten hero returns - but will the truth behind his exile consume the world? Only the New Mutants can help young Loki now! Then, civil war breaks out among the British Manchester Gods! Even with Loki's aid, can Merlyn, King Arthur and Captain Britain prevail? And what does Hela want with the Holy Grail?! When the cursed Vanir return and declare war on Asgardia, Surtur's fire rages across the nine worlds! A desperate Loki journeys into the heart of Surtur's fiery kingdom, but the godling's future and past collide when Thor becomes trapped in the underworld - and the terrible truth about young Loki is finally revealed! Plus: Experience the ultimate mischievous team-up between Loki and Mister Sinister!

Author : Jana Kopelent Rehak,Susanna Trnka
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780429854200

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The Politics of Joking by Jana Kopelent Rehak,Susanna Trnka Pdf

This book engages anthropologically with humor as political expression. It reveals how humor is in many instances central to human efforts to cope with political struggle and significant to understanding power dynamics in socio-political life. The chapters examine humor and joking activities across a diverse range of geographic areas and cultural contexts. The contributors consider humor as it is constituted in political anxiety, aggression and power, and when it becomes a tool to resist, repair, reconcile or make a moral claim. Collectively they demonstrate that humor can provide a powerful critique, a non-violent form of political protest and the space for restoration of human dignity.

Author : Sam Knight,Frances Pauli,R.J.J. Goude,Lee French,Elizabeth R. Alix,Joyce Reynolds-Ward,William Graves,Olivia Baxter Hudson,Sanan Kolva,Frog and Esther Jones,Madison Keller,Deby Fredericks,Thomas Gondolfi,G.R. Theron,Kaye Thornbrugh,Voss Foster,Bethany Loy,Manny Frishberg,Ryan Riddell
Publisher : Impulsive Walrus Books LLC
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781732247703

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Well... It's Your Cow by Sam Knight,Frances Pauli,R.J.J. Goude,Lee French,Elizabeth R. Alix,Joyce Reynolds-Ward,William Graves,Olivia Baxter Hudson,Sanan Kolva,Frog and Esther Jones,Madison Keller,Deby Fredericks,Thomas Gondolfi,G.R. Theron,Kaye Thornbrugh,Voss Foster,Bethany Loy,Manny Frishberg,Ryan Riddell Pdf

In the throes of a convention full of geeks, Frog Jones told a story. That story is found in this book's foreword, but the key line from the story became the title of this anthology. The authors seized upon that line, much like an out-of-control bovine seizing its own halter, and stampeded into the volume you see before you. This is not just a comedy anthology. Nor is it horror, or romance, or literary, or…well, any one thing. Rather, it is all those things. Each story starts exactly in the same place. But each author immediately leaps from there into their own world. This anthology celebrates the creativity of these authors, because it does not shackle them to a theme. The starting line is the same—the finish line is on other planets, in other times, and in alternate realities. You’re not going to feel cohesiveness reading this thing. It’s not going to be several stories hitting the same note. But you are going to experience a wider panoply of stories than you would in other anthologies. And as to what you make of them, or what stories they may inspire in you? Well…that’s your cow.

Author : M.D. Lachlan
Publisher : Gollancz
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2011-07-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780575089662

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Fenrir by M.D. Lachlan Pdf

The Vikings are laying siege to Paris. As the houses on the banks of the Seine burn a debate rages in the Cathedral on the walled island of the city proper. The situation is hopeless. The Vikings want the Count's sister, in return they will spare the rest of the city. Can the Count really have ambitions to be Emperor of the Franks if he doesn't do everything he can to save his people? Can he call himself a man if he doesn't do everything he can to save his sister? His conscience demands one thing, the demands of state another. The Count and the church are relying on the living saint, the blind and crippled Jehan of St Germain, to enlist the aid of God and resolve the situation for them. But the Vikings have their own gods. And outside their camp a terrifying brother and sister, priests of Odin, have their own agenda. An agenda of darkness and madness. And in the shadows a wolfman lurks. M.D. Lachlan's stunning epic of mad Gods, Vikings and the myth of Fenrir, the wolf destined to kill Odin at Ragnarok, powers forward into new territories of bloody horror, unlikely heroism, dangerous religion and breathtaking action.

Author : Rob Thurman
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101136225

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Trick of the Light by Rob Thurman Pdf

View our feature on Rob Thurman’s Trick of the Light.When Trixa learns of a powerful artifact known as the Light of Life, she knows she’s hit the jackpot. Both sides—angel and demon—would give anything for it. But first she has to find it. And as Heaven and Hell ready for an apocalyptic throwdown, Trixa must decide where her true loyalty lies, and what she’s ready to fight for. Because in her world, if you line up on the wrong side, you pay with more than your life…

Author : Chris Gant
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07-31
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781543435566

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The Apocalypse of Balder Christ by Chris Gant Pdf

This book is dedicated to those who have suffered in wars; Hot, Cold, Drug, and Holy; such as Malala Yousafzai, and the children like her. To my brethren, friends, neighbors, and family. Open your eyes - On September 11, 2001, the United States was attacked by Al-Qaeda. - Fifteen of the nineteen hijackers were of Saudi origin. - Osama bin Laden was a Saudi with close ties to the Saudi monarchy working with the Afghan and Pakistani Taliban. - In leaked diplomatic cables given to Julian Assange by Bradley Manning, it was revealed that Saudi Arabia is a major financier of Hamas and Al-Qaeda. - Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabias national oil company, is owned by the Saudi monarchy. - The Saudi Order of Abdulaziz is an Islamic order given to those in service to the Saudi Kingdom. - The Spanish Order of the Golden Fleece is a military knighthood of vassalage to the Spanish Kingdom. Five and forty degrees, the sky shall burn: To the great new city shall the fire draw nigh. With vehemence the flames shall spread and churn When with the Nor[se]mans they conclusions try. Nostradamus