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First published in 2014, this tenth-anniversary edition of the award-winning collection includes three new stories.A young mother intrudes in the life of an older woman, thinking she knows what's best. An academic becomes convinced that he is haunted by his double. Two children spy on their supposedly criminal neighbours. A man enables his cousin's predatory impulses out of loyalty, and a circus performer dreams of a perfect wedding. These characters...
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Immerse yourself in the sinister imagination of author Joan De La Haye as she unleashes a captivating collection of 13 dark and twisted tales in her second collection. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride of suspense as each story explores the depths of human nature and the supernatural. Uncover the harrowing tale of a hunter turned hunted, where the line between predator and prey becomes blurred. Witness a diabolical wedding as the Devil himself...
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Kang Kyeong-ae (1906-1944), one of Korea's great modern authors, wrote her stories during the Japanese occupation of Korea. Kang's work is remarkable for its rejection of colonialism, patriarchy, and ethnic nationalism during a period when such views were truly radical and dangerous. With an expert commentary by Sang-kyung Lee and beautifully translated by Anton Hur, this collection of Kang's work displays her sensitivity, defiance, class-consciousness,...
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Fred and I enjoyed wrestling around on the playground. We tried not to hurt each other, and both of us knew that. "Oh no. Here comes the teacher.""Here we go. To the office again. I don't mind. I had fun wrestling with you, Fred.""Yeah, me too. My mom and dad will not like this. I just hope the paddle does not have any holes in it."The paddle did not contain any holes. However, the next time, and every time after that, there were holes in the paddle....
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Five Ordinary Men is a collection of five stories, each focusing on a different man, though the reader may think the book title is a misnomer and question whether some or all of the men are 'ordinary' at all. One man inexplicably commits a terrible crime, and relates aspects of his life trying to explain his actions both to himself and others. Another's memories of his close friend are reawakened when shown six varied photographs of their shared lives....
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Time to Choose is a collection of short stories of mystery and the supernatural. Tragedy, murder, betrayal, and revenge all haunt the pages within; a witch who uses her powers to rid herself of nuisance neighbours, a demon who terrorises a town in a race against time, a deathbed visit from the Devil himself, vengeful ghosts seeking payback from beyond the grave and the tragic ghost of an unloved, unwanted child seeking a playmate for eternity.
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The book is a large collection of must-read, out-of-the-ordinary stories. They are unlike anything you have ever read before. Some of them will challenge your cultural view of the world. This large collection of literary works encompasses the following genres: suspense, horror, action, science fiction, literary fiction, historical fiction, erotic, and off-the-beat.
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Ghosts
A series of mild-mannered, malcontent, miscreants telling stories of mischief, malevolence, and murder.
"I think that there are ghosts.
I haven't seen or heard
anything. I've definitely felt
something, but it's not scary."
Robbie Williams
"I don't believe in ghosts."
Ryan Gosling
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Pets as part of the family, their inclusion in everyday life and their mishaps or adventures are reflected in these stories. Each story is accompanied by an illustration that is personally drawn by the author from a photo received from the owner and reflects their unique character and personality. Some true and real-life examples include: A cat which was inadvertently included in a parcel (but survived), a dog that was stolen from outside a shop but...
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Trouble. From the first page of each of the edgy and unrelentingly intense stories in this debut collection, the teenaged characters are headed for big trouble. The adult world has mostly failed them, and they find themselves entering into highly charged situations where they make their own rules, with misguided understanding of the consequences. The stories burn hot and fast, providing searing insights into their world of sex, drugs, drinking, violence,...
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This collection of short stories and vignettes is at once sad, humorous, and inspiring, set against the backdrop of the Diaspora. Woven from the recollections and experiences of childhood in a society divided by religion, expectations, despair, and hope, it tells the tales of those who crossed the Lagan in search of a better life. This canvas captures the fleeting nature of the Church's influence and control, and the contempt for its hypocrisy.
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El libro está integrado por una colección de diez relatos individuales que tienen un nexo en común a todos ellos; la lluvia. La utilización de un fenómeno físico como elemento vertebrador es algo muy original y que se convierte en un personaje más junto a los propios protagonistas de los relatos. Estos hablan de personas normales en situaciones extraordinarias y como, en algunos casos, esas personas normales acaban por convertirse en personas...
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Tales of R.L. Culkin Vol. 1 is a group of short stories from the mind of R.L. Culkin that take the fantasies of space, death, love, fear, and the unknown and showcase them in fast-paced stories that keep you engaged and interested. Tales of R.L. Culkin. Vol. 1 is also a quick read for most and a joy not to be put down until ended. With original characters and stories please enjoy tales of R.L. Culkin Vol. 1 and read something new.
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Gib niemals auf!
Drei einfache Worte mit einer klaren Botschaft. Doch oftmals ist es gar nicht so leicht, sich daran zu halten.
Viele von uns haben schon Situationen erlebt, in denen wir lieber aufgegeben hätten. Vielleicht wegen eines Verlustes oder einer Krankheit.
Aber wenn man die Augen öffnet und genau hinsieht, dann kann man sie erkennen:
Die Lichtblicke des Lebens!
Diesem Thema haben sich 20 AutorInnen gewidmet und ihre wundervollen, teils...
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In this issue: Short Story: The Girl on the BenchNovella: Mardi Gras – a Toni & Bart time-travel taleShort Story (Series): The Ace of Wands – a short Tarot taleShort Story: The Most Scariest Night of the YearNovel Excerpt: Night Crawler – Part 1 of 4From the Archives: The Spirit of the Wind
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Betrayed Vows: Love Stories UnveiledIn the anthology "Betrayed Vows," love stories unfold with a delicate dance between loyalty and unforeseen challenges. From the stormy encounter of "Strangers in the Rain" to the haunting melodies of "The Forgotten Melody," each tale delves into the complexities of human relationships. "The Unseen Observer" navigates a therapist's role in clients' dramas, while "Sirens of Temptation" tests love amidst a seaside...
17) The Pilgrims
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In the title story, a knight living alone in his isolated mountain fortress shows hospitality toward two pilgrims who appear from the mountains seeking shelter. Entreated to tell them of his sorrow, the knight unburdens himself and relates a tragic tale of love and loss. Resigned to the bitter fate that life has dealt him, the knight is unaware of the true nature of the two young people' s pilgrimage, until a revelation transforms his...
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Parallel Lives presents an enchanting tapestry of tales woven with the threads of ordinary lives touched by the extraordinary. From the bustling streets of the United Kingdom to the sun-drenched vistas of Italy, each story beckons readers into worlds both familiar and fantastical.
Dive into the lives of vibrant characters, young and old, as they embark on soul-stirring journeys. Whether it's the gentle sway of a cruise ship or the spirited energy...
19) A escondidas
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¿Cómo puede una persona imaginar que lee para conciliar el sueño mientras es imaginado por otra que trata de dormir?, ¿qué suerte corre un grupo de gudaris durante la Guerra Civil?, ¿cuándo sobrevivió Kafka a su propia muerte?, ¿por qué la clave de toda una vida puede estar en una caja de gusanos de seda?, ¿qué sucede cuando se planifica el fallecimiento de uno mismo en una red social?
Nostálgico, irónico, brillante siempre, Iban Zaldua...
20) Next
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What is next? Answering that question everyday will keep you young. This volume of fictional short stories explores the possibilities ahead and the outcomes for a host of characters in contemporary life.
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