Wonder Horror Mystery

Author : Morgan Meis,Joshua M. Tyree
Publisher : punctum books
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-22
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781685710088

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Wonder, Horror, Mystery by Morgan Meis,Joshua M. Tyree Pdf

Wonder, Horror, Mystery is a dialogue between two friends, both notable arts critics, that takes the form of a series of letters about movies and religion. One of the friends, J.M. Tyree, is a film critic, creative writer, and agnostic, while the other, Morgan Meis, is a philosophy PhD, art critic, and practicing Catholic. The question of cinema is raised here in a spirit of friendly friction that binds the personal with the critical and the spiritual. What is film? What's it for? What does it do? Why do we so intensely love or hate films that dare to broach the subjects of the divine and the diabolical? These questions stimulate further thoughts about life, meaning, philosophy, absurdity, friendship, tragedy, humor, death, and God. The letters focus on three filmmakers who challenged secular assumptions in the late 20th century and early 21st century through various modes of cinematic re-enchantment: Terrence Malick, Lars von Trier, and Krzysztof Kieślowski. The book works backwards in time, giving intensive analysis to Malick's To The Wonder (2012), Von Trier's Antichrist (2009), and Kieślowski's Dekalog (1988), respectively, in each of the book's three sections. Meis and Tyree discuss the filmmakers and films as well as related ideas about philosophy, theology, and film theory in an accessible but illuminating way. The discussion ranges from the shamelessly intellectual to the embarrassingly personal. Spoiler alert: No conclusions are reached either about God or the movies. Nonetheless, it is a fun ride.

Author : Brian Lumley
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780575087798

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Necroscope II: Wamphyri! by Brian Lumley Pdf

Things in the ground, thinking their thoughts . . . . . . Thoughts they can express only through Harry Keogh, NECROSCOPE. For that's Harry's talent, and his burden: he reads the thoughts of the dead in their graves - and the thoughts of the UNdead! Except . . . the undead are thinking thoughts that are totally-unthinkable! Yulian Bodescue's mother fainted at the tomb of Thibor Ferenczy, vampire. Corrupt from birth, now Yulian feels a strange compulsion: to discover his real father and spread his works abroad. Only Harry Keogh, prisoner of the metaphysical Mobius Continuum, can stop him. Harry's other big problem is this: HE DOESN'T HAVE A BODY!

Author : Emma Donoghue
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781443450041

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The Wonder by Emma Donoghue Pdf

Now a major film from the makers of Normal People and Room, starring Florence Pugh and streaming on Netflix. SCOTIABANK GILLER PRIZE FINALIST #1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER “Heartbreaking and transcendent.” —The New York Times From the Man Booker Prize–shortlisted author of Room and the bestselling novel Haven In 1850s Ireland a village is baffled by young Anna O’Donnell’s fast. The girl appears to be thriving after months without food, and the story of this “wonder” has reached fever pitch. Tourists flock to the O’Donnell family’s cabin, and a journalist is sent to cover the sensational story. Enter Lib, an English nurse trained by Florence Nightingale, who is hired to keep watch over Anna for two weeks to determine whether or not the girl is a fraud. As Anna deteriorates, Lib finds herself responsible not just for the care of a child, but for getting to the root of why the girl may actually be the victim of murder in slow motion. Written with all the spare and propulsive tension that made Room a bestseller, The Wonder is a tale of two strangers who will transform each other’s lives, a powerful psychological thriller and a story of love pitted against evil in its many masks. “Beautifully moody with the taut pace of a thriller, The Wonder grapples with the potency of love, both human and divine.” —Chatelaine

Author : Craig DiLouie
Publisher : Redhook
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316428118

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The Children of Red Peak by Craig DiLouie Pdf

The most intense novel yet from an unmissable voice in horror fiction, Bram Stoker award-nominated author Craig DiLouie. "Horror readers will be hooked." (Publishers Weekly) "A heart-wrenching, thought-provoking, terrifying tale about the meaning of life . . . A great choice for fans of Stephen Graham Jones' The Only Good Indians (2020), Paul Tremblay's Disappearance at Devil's Rock (2016), or Alma Katsu's The Hunger (2018)."​ - Booklist They escaped the cult, but are they free? David Young, Deacon Price, and Beth Harris live with a dark secret. They grew up in an isolated religious community in the shadow of the mountain Red Peak, and they are among the few who survived its horrific last days. Years later, the trauma of what they experienced never feels far behind. And when a fellow survivor commits suicide, they reunite to confront their past and share their memories of that final night. But discovering the terrifying truth might put them on a path back to Red Peak, and escaping a second time could be almost impossible.... "A subtle character story and a chilling tale of horror. It goes deep into the heart of people caught up in terrifying events." - Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author. For more from Craig DiLouie, check out: Our War One of Us

Author : Thomas M. Sipos
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780786458349

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Horror Film Aesthetics by Thomas M. Sipos Pdf

This richly informed study analyzes how various cinematic tools and techniques have been used to create horror on screen--the aesthetic elements, sometimes not consciously noticed, that help to unnerve, frighten, shock or entertain an audience. The first two chapters define the genre and describe the use of pragmatic aesthetics (when filmmakers put technical and budgetary compromises to artistic effect). Subsequent chapters cover mise-en-scene, framing, photography, lighting, editing and sound, and a final chapter is devoted to the aesthetic appeals of horror cinema. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

Author : Steve Davidson,Kermit Woodall
Publisher : The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Cents of Wonder - Science Fiction's First Award Winners by Steve Davidson,Kermit Woodall Pdf

Now! Together! For The First Time Anywhere! Pulled straight from the pages of the leading magazines of their age, 14 stories by the people whose imagination, creativity, and scientific acumen helped define the genre that would become known as Science Fiction. Between 1926 and 1930 Hugo Gernsback hosted the science fiction field’s inaugural writing contests, first in Amazing Stories, and then again in Science Wonder Stories, the genre’s first two magazines devoted entirely to the publication of scientifiction tales. These are the authors whose tales of wonder and speculation inspired the writers you’re more familiar with, writers such as Asimov, Bradbury, Le Guin, Heinlein, Brackett, Moore, and others. Before there was science fiction, before there were Fans, before conventions, before comics, before cosplay, these fourteen pioneers stepped off into the unknown of imagination and helped entire generations learn to willingly suspend their disbelief, engage their sense of wonder, and take off for the stars! And they won awards for it!

Author : Rachel Vail
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0749716797

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Wonder by Rachel Vail Pdf

Author : David Farland
Publisher : WordFire +ORM
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-02-03
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781614751755

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Million Dollar Outlines by David Farland Pdf

Discover the secrets to crafting a successful novel in this guide by a master writer & instructor and New York Times–bestselling author. Bestselling author David Farland taught dozens of writers who went on to staggering literary success, including such #1 New York Times Bestsellers as Brandon Mull (Fablehaven), Brandon Sanderson (Wheel of Time), James Dashner (The Maze Runner) and Stephenie Mayer (Twilight). In this book, Dave teaches how to analyze an audience and outline a novel to appeal to a wide readership. The secrets found in his unconventional approach will help you understand why so many of his authors went on to prominence. Hailed as “the wizard of storytelling,” Dave was an award-winning, international best-selling author with more than fifty novels in print, and a tireless mentor and instructor of new writers. His book Million Dollar Outlines is a seminal work teaching authors how to create a blueprint for a novel that can lead to bestseller success.

Author : Ellen Oh
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-25
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780062430106

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Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh Pdf

“Oh has crafted a truly chilling middle grade horror novel that will grab readers’ imaginations.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Even more impressive than the shiver factor is the way the author skillfully uses the compelling premise to present a strong, consistent message of not rejecting what you don’t understand.” —Booklist (starred review) “This mystery thriller infused with diverse characters and intriguing themes will appeal to horror fans and to reluctant readers who enjoy a good scare.” —School Library Journal We Need Diverse Books founder Ellen Oh returns with Spirit Hunters, a high-stakes middle grade mystery series about Harper Raine, the new seventh grader in town who must face down the dangerous ghosts haunting her younger brother. A riveting ghost story and captivating adventure, this tale will have you guessing at every turn! Harper doesn’t trust her new home from the moment she steps inside, and the rumors are that the Raine family’s new house is haunted. Harper isn’t sure she believes those rumors, until her younger brother, Michael, starts acting strangely. The whole atmosphere gives Harper a sense of déjà vu, but she can’t remember why. She knows that the memories she’s blocking will help make sense of her brother’s behavior and the strange and threatening sensations she feels in this house, but will she be able to put the pieces together in time?

Author : Kenneth R. Morefield
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-29
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781527550858

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Film as an Expression of Spirituality by Kenneth R. Morefield Pdf

What makes a film ‘spiritually significant’? These twelve essays explore the religious, political, social, and psychological importance of films on the Arts & Faith Top 100 list of spiritually significant films. The anthology features close readings and analyses of films by Dreyer, Antonioni, Pasolini, Kubrick, Scorsese, Schrader, Miyazaki, and others. It provides both important contributions to the understanding of canonical directors and a foundational introduction for those seeking to understand film as one expression of human spirituality.

Author : Brenda Johnson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2024-03-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9798321061282

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Horror Mystery Stories for Kids Ages 9-12 by Brenda Johnson Pdf

Embark on a spine-tingling journey into the realm of the unknown with "Horror Mystery Story for Kids Ages 9-12." This captivating collection of tales is tailor-made for young adventurers seeking thrills and chills as they wind down for bedtime. Within the pages of this enchanting book, children will encounter a myriad of mysteries waiting to be solved and eerie landscapes begging to be explored. From the frost-laden depths of "A Tale of the Frozen Forest" to the enigmatic allure of "The Whispering Woods," each story unfolds with a perfect blend of suspense and wonder. Step into the eerie realm of "The Haunting Puppeteer's Workshop" and witness the macabre dance of marionettes, or dare to enter "The Midnight Circus," where darkness reigns under the glow of the moon. Traverse the labyrinthine corridors of "The Witch's Labyrinth" and uncover secrets hidden within its twisting paths, or brave the spectral melodies of "The Phantom Orchestra." As night falls, children will find themselves entranced by the enigma of "The Moonlit Mansion" and the uncanny happenings within its shadowy halls. They'll shiver at the thought of "The Night of Living Toys" and the haunting curse that befalls those who dare to play after dark. With each turn of the page, young readers will be spellbound by tales of haunted paintings, cursed dollhouses, and ghostly ships sailing under the cover of night. From forgotten fairytales to whispered secrets in the haunted library, there's something to captivate every imagination. So, dear parents, bring home "Horror Mystery Story for Kids Ages 9-12" and gift your children the magic of storytelling at its most thrilling. Let these tales transport them to realms where mysteries abound and adventures await, making bedtime a journey into the unknown they'll never forget. Get your copy now and let the adventures begin!

Author : Theodore Dreiser
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2023-09-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783368933593

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Hey Rub-a-dub-dub: A Book of the Mystery and Wonder and Terror of Life by Theodore Dreiser Pdf

Reproduction of the original.

Author : Kathryn Foxfield
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781728245423

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Good Girls Die First by Kathryn Foxfield Pdf

For fans of Karen McManus' One of Us is Lying and films like I Know What You Did Last Summer, comes a gripping thriller about murder, mystery, and deception. Blackmail lures Ava to the abandoned amusement park on Portgrave Pier. She is one of ten teenagers, all with secrets they intend to protect whatever the cost. When fog and magic swallow the pier, the group find themselves cut off from the real world. As the teenagers turn on each other, Ava will have to face up to the secret that brought her to the pier and decide how far she's willing to go to survive. The teenagers have only their secrets to protect and each other to betray. Perfect for: 13-18 year-old mystery fans Fans of Karen McManus and Stephen King

Author : Amelinda Bérubé
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781492671022

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Here There Are Monsters by Amelinda Bérubé Pdf

The Blair Witch Project meets Imaginary Girls in this story of sisterhood turned toxic, imaginary monsters brought to life, and secrets that won't stay buried. Sixteen-year-old Skye is done playing the knight in shining armor for her insufferable younger sister, Deirdre. And moving across the country seems like the perfect chance to start over as someone different. In their isolated new neighborhood, Skye manages to fit in, but Deirdre withdraws from everyone, becoming fixated on the swampy woods behind their house and building monstrous sculptures out of sticks and bones. Then Deirdre disappears. And when something awful comes scratching at Skye's window in the middle of the night, claiming Skye's the only one who can save Deirdre, Skye knows she will stop at nothing to bring her sister home.

Author : Aaron Rosenberg,David Niall Wilson,Al Sarrantonio,Chet Williamson,Charles L. Grant,Craig Shaw Gardner,Melissa Scott,Jo Graham,Kathryn Ptacek,John DeFilippis
Publisher : Crossroad Press
Page : 3455 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Realms of Wonder by Aaron Rosenberg,David Niall Wilson,Al Sarrantonio,Chet Williamson,Charles L. Grant,Craig Shaw Gardner,Melissa Scott,Jo Graham,Kathryn Ptacek,John DeFilippis Pdf

The first of our series of holiday bundles, Realms of Wonder features fourteen novels of science fiction or fantasy by various award-winning and bestselling authors. For $2.99, you're getting fourteen novels, each the first book in a continuing series, containing over 1.15 million words in total, and a savings of almost $50 if each title was purchased separately. This bundle is only available for a limited time, so purchase your copy before it's gone. Titles included in this collection: The Birth of the Dread Remora - by Aaron Rosenberg - Book I of The Tales of the Scattered Earth The Parting - by David Niall Wilson - Book I of the Novels of the O.C.L.T. Haydn of Mars - By Al Sarrantonio - Book I of The Masters of Mars Trilogy City of Iron - By Chet Williamson - Book I of The Searchers Series Exile - By Al Sarrantonio - Book One of The Five Worlds Trilogy Blood River Down - By Charles L. Grant - Book I of The Quest for the White Duck Trilogy A Malady of Magicks - By Craig Shaw Gardner - Book I of The Ebenezum Series Symphony - By Charles L. Grant - Book I of The Millennium Quartet Lost Things - By Melissa Scott & Jo Graham - Book I of The Order of the Air The Phoenix Bells - By Kathryn Ptacek - Book I of The Land of Ten Thousand Willows Heart of a Dragon - By David Niall Wilson - Book I of The DeChance Chronicles No Small Bills - By Aaron Rosenberg - Book I of The Adventures of DuckBob Five-Twelfths of Heaven - By Melissa Scott - Book I of The Roads of Heaven Trilogy The Quest of the Thirteen - By John DeFilippis - Book I of The Medallion of Mavinor Series