In the enchanting town of Ravenswood, where cosmic energies intertwine with earthly existence, journalist Sarah Lancaster stumbles upon a cosmic revelation that shatters the boundaries between reality and the unseen. As shadows encroach upon the cosmic haven, Sarah becomes the cosmic custodian of a celestial artifact that holds the key to cosmic mysteries. Eternal Nightfall invites you on a cosmic odyssey where ancient prophecies and cosmic secrets unravel. In a cosmic dance between the cosmic and the mundane, Sarah and a fellowship of cosmic protectors must navigate the delicate balance between cosmic forces and unearth the celestial artifact's true cosmic purpose. As cosmic constellations align, Ravenswood stands at the cosmic crossroads of its destiny. Prepare for a cosmic journey where the celestial meets the earthly, where cosmic shadows whisper untold secrets, and where the legacy of Eternal Nightfall unfolds in cosmic hues beyond the cosmic veil.

Vivienne has always lived in the shadows, bound by the secretive vampire coven known as the Order. Trained to embrace the power of the night, she thought she was prepared for anything. But when the Blood Moon rises, bringing with it ancient forces long forgotten, Vivienne finds herself at the center of a prophecy that will alter the course of the world. As Valerius, an ancient and powerful vampire, begins to awaken, Vivienne’s bloodline ties her to his dark fate. She must navigate a web of betrayal, supernatural forces, and dangerous secrets as the Order’s true motives remain hidden. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Vivienne faces an impossible choice: submit to the forces controlling her or defy her destiny. In a race against time, she must uncover the truth behind the Bloodline before it's too late. The Order of Eternal Night is a gripping dark fantasy filled with fast-paced action, gothic suspense, and a heroine determined to control her own fate. Perfect for fans of paranormal fantasy, vampire lore, and supernatural intrigue.

There was a saying that was widely spread throughout the capital.Admissions do not provoke Suze, thousand gold can not see Zhong Miaoyi.He was a powerful courtier, a deceitful courtier with a single hand.It was also the only thing she could rely on in this world."Miaoyi, you're a playboy." He had personally deceived everyone by putting on a beautiful facade for her.When use, betrayal, and hatred came.She spilled her blood on the palace walls and bathed in fire.It was a heart-piercing sword that had been specially prepared for him in this mortal world's purgatory.

The race of Vampires has once again decided to invade the Zombie realm under the leadership of Queen Crimson, and King Sledge, ruler of the Zombies, must defend his realm. His daughter Princess Macey has been kidnapped by the Vampires and it is up to his son, Prince Hammer, to lead his two companions across the land and into the Vampire realm to rescue his sister. Along the way friends are made, enemies are fought and monsters are encountered while the invasion starts and war is raged in the Zombie realm. Will Prince Hammer return with his sister or die trying to save her and if he returns will there be anything left of his home?

The Encyclopaedia of Australian Metal presents pictures, biographies and discographical information on more than 2000 metal and heavy rock bands from all parts of Australia - from the early 70s pioneers like AC/DC, Buffalo and Rose Tattoo to the current breed: Psycroptic, Parkway Drive, Ne Obliviscaris and more.

For the first time, the adventures of Team 9, the Allied worlds and their battles against the supernatural menace known as Apaht are available in one book, Alliance Eternal. It begins with The Legend of Team 9, which tells the story of the Alliance, a vast and far flung collection of worlds brought together by the Allen field, a living energy source connecting all sentient beings. With the field come an equally vast array of abilities, including effortless travel between worlds, a form of telepathy and near immortality. The field is the bedrock of the Alliance; however, the Allies are shaken to their very core as they and their elite group of explorers, Team 9, make a startling discovery: The field is dying. In time, they learn that Apaht, a powerful supernatural being of pure malice, seeks to extinguish the field. An all-out effort is launched to protect it and save the Alliance. Nearly two centuries later, remnants of the group that defended the Allied worlds and vanquished Apaht are brought together to investigate a troubling new enigma involving the field. Tales of Section Zero begins with vast stretches of space inexplicably falling dark, bereft of the Allen field and the abilities it enables. Worse yet, the regions seem to be expanding. On a lonely and desolate outpost called Discovery 11, they learn that the cause of the dead zones lies in the Alliance's distant past, in a long-forgotten search to create an all-seeing machine called an omniviewer. It's up to Paul Hewitt, an immortal operative of the Alliance's intelligence service, to realize how the Alliance's ancient quest to peer into any corner of existence is roiling the field once again.

Hiding Sadness is a deeply moving tale of Livinin Fhost, a powerful being bound to the eternal task of safeguarding the world from sorrow and fear. Living in the mystical Forest of Life, Livinin absorbs the hidden sadness from the hearts of humankind, carrying the weight of their pain within herself. This selfless act of compassion grants peace to the world, but it comes at a tremendous cost—Livinin is trapped in a cycle of endless generations, her life stretching across the ages as she shoulders the collective grief of humanity. With the ability to dominate both fear and peace, she stands as the world's protector, but the burden she bears is one of unimaginable solitude. Each act of kindness and every sorrow she takes on leaves her with a piece of the world's sadness, making her own heart heavier with each passing day. As she navigates this eternal journey, Livinin encounters countless souls, both living and lost, helping them heal while hiding her own anguish.

This inaugural issue of the SFWP Annual includes twelve fiction and creative nonfiction stories from the first issues of the SFWP Quarterly, formerly known as the SFWP Journal. Read heartbreaking fiction about finding companionship as the sun literally burns itself out, learn about the trauma young gay men in Iran often endure, hide from witches in Salem in the 1600s, and even make your way through a modern choose-your-own-adventure story. Our creative nonfiction pieces range from life in a Mexican psychiatric ward to the social fallout of an abortion. These stories have a staying power that will keep readers enthralled for days. The featured authors of creative nonfiction include Samantha Edmonds, Randon Billings Noble, N. R. Robinson, Morgan Smith, and Kayleigh Wanzer. For fiction, our featured authors are Kelli Jo Ford, Sadie Hoagland, Kerri Pierce, Emily Rems, June Sylvester Saraceno, Atossa Shafaie, and Nancy Smith.

Collects Incredible Hulk #609-611 and Incredible Hulk #312. Bruce Banner has only ever wanted one thing: to be at peace with the love of his life, Betty Ross. The legacy of the Incredible Hulk has long made this an impossible dream. But now, with the Intelligencia seemingly having restored Betty to life, Banner's pursuit of her has never been more relentless -- or inconvenient. For after the Fall of the Hulks, with the master plan of the cunning Intelligencia hitting its every mark toward world domination and an army of Hulked-Out Heroes trashing the nation's capital, the last thing his fellow fighters need to wonder about is Banner's loyalty to them -- or Betty. And all the while, Skaar, Son of Hulk, waits for the moment he knows is coming: the emergence of the green-skinned Hulk -- so he can kill him and satisfy a lifelong quest for revenge!

In the ancient sands of Egypt, where gods whisper and the veil between life and death is thin, there reigned a Pharaoh named Kokb'ael, wise, powerful, and beloved by his people. But beneath his golden rule lay a fear darker than the shadowed tombs of the underworld – a fear of mortality and a forgotten legacy. "Origins: The Pharaoh's Pact" delves into the heart of Kokb'ael's obsession, as a prophecy of doom sets him on a perilous path. Desperate to transcend the grip of death and carve a name that would echo through the ages, Kokb'ael turns to forbidden magic, seeking the knowledge that lies hidden in the cryptic whispers of shadows and ancient texts. His quest leads him to The Grey, an enigmatic figure bearing the secrets of immortality. But such power comes with a grave cost. As Kokb'ael embraces the dark arts, he transforms not only his fate but also the destiny of his kingdom. His pursuit of eternal life ushers in an era of darkness, casting a shadow over the lands he once nobly ruled. Journey into a world where the line between hero and villain blurs, and where the pursuit of eternal life comes at an unimaginable price.