To quell the pain that never fully left him when the woman he loves chose another man over him, Blake begins to look for ways to ease his suffering. As Blake's life quickly spins out of control with substance abuse, a series of explosive events leaves him banned from the Six Saviors with nowhere to go except to Brandy, the waitress from the bar, the Black Cuff. Sophia, an SR44 female of royalty, lives with her daughter, Megan, in fear of the world...

An unusual and atmospheric story. A fast-paced and richly woven tale, combining science fiction, fantasy and New Age-ish mysticism in a creative and satisfying way."The Stranger's mission was to find and destroy his brother, the Artisan. He'd just missed him on several worlds that had been energy-siphoned to fuel the Artisan's growing need for power. The Stranger realized he was no longer a match for what the Artisan had become. Still, he had to try,...

From notable cult-horror director Herschell Gordon Lewis, an Egyptian caterer kills various women in suburban Miami to use their body parts to bring to life a dormant Egyptian goddess, while an inept police detective try to track him down. Nominated for a Saturn Award at the **Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films**.

Justin needs something to believe in. At a crossroads in life, he arrives in New York City reminiscing the past but uncertain of the future. Until he meets Wendy, who inspires him to take a leap of faith. But soaring into the unknown might prove harder than it seems."Rusch is a great storyteller."-RT Book ReviewsKristine Kathryn Rusch's occasionally strange stories have appeared in a variety of genres under a variety of names. She writes as Kris DeLake,...

In the Wild West, gunslingers populate the legend of many a dime novel. And Renn knows her way around a gun-and a book-better than most of them, including her famous brother, who can credit his skills to Renn. So, when the strange little men show up looking to hire her missing-in-action brother, Renn takes the job. And she soon realizes she'll need every bit of her gun skills and book learning to finish it."Rusch is a great storyteller."-RT Book ReviewsKristine...

"Could a Jedi knight use his light saber to deflect a beam from a phaser? Which aliens are cooler: the Cardassians or the Chazrach? Have any Federation ships ever made the Kessel run in less than twelve parsecs? And most important ... in a fight between the Empire and the Federation, who would win? Ever since Princess Leia's starship hove into sight on the silver screen, fans of Star Wars and Star Trek have been debating these questions. Now, side...

Danvier agrees to rescue Haven Tandori from her ruthless kidnapper, but Haven is anything but grateful. Her continual demands and fits of temper stir the darker elements of Danvier's personality. He wants to tame her, control her, and leave her aching for his touch. Haven is infuriated by the arrogant harbinger. She didn't ask for his assistance and she has no intention of following his orders. Her life is riddled with secrets and tragedy. She can't...

The college town of Bedford is receiving an unwelcome guest this Christmas. As the residents of sorority house Pi Kappa Sigma prepare for the festive season, a stranger begins to stalk the house. One of the earliest examples of a slasher film, this creepy holiday classic is sure to terrify and delight classic horror lovers everywhere. Winner of Best Performance by a Lead Actress and Best Editing at the **Canadian Film Awards**. Nominated for Best...

General Garin Nox swears he has no time for a female. One by one his brothers and friends have all found their mates, but he has stayed focused on the rebellion, determined to win freedom for the battle born. Then he meets Berlynn Tandori, a feisty canine shifter born on Earth. She defies him, yet attracts him, challenging him at every turn. He's used to having his orders obeyed without question, but Berlynn isn't one of his men. She's turning their...

On a near-future Earth decimated by plagues, two species of humanity survive-Homo sapiens and Homo gaians. When an insane gaians blames sapiens for the world's problems, only Lauren Tom will stand between him and the destruction of the remaining sapiens. Unless she decides he's right.***Lauren Tom doesn't need anyone, thank you very much. She survived the Troubles that killed her father, survived her mother's disappearance ten years ago, and now she...