Cursed
Cursed

Author: Thomas Wheeler

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Published: 2019-10-01

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 1534425330

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Now an original series starring Katherine Langford on Netflix! The Lady of the Lake is the true hero in this cinematic twist on the tale of King Arthur created by Thomas Wheeler and legendary artist, producer, and director Frank Miller (300, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City). Featuring 8 full-color and 30 black-and-white pieces of original artwork by Frank Miller. Whosoever wields the Sword of Power shall be the one true King. But what if the Sword has chosen a Queen? Nimue grew up an outcast. Her connection to dark magic made her something to be feared in her Druid village, and that made her desperate to leave… That is, until her entire village is slaughtered by Red Paladins, and Nimue’s fate is forever altered. Charged by her dying mother to reunite an ancient sword with a legendary sorcerer, Nimue is now her people’s only hope. Her mission leaves little room for revenge, but the growing power within her can think of little else. Nimue teams up with a charming mercenary named Arthur and refugee Fey Folk from across England. She wields a sword meant for the one true king, battling paladins and the armies of a corrupt king. She struggles to unite her people, avenge her family, and discover the truth about her destiny. But perhaps the one thing that can change Destiny itself is found at the edge of a blade.

The Evil Creator
The Evil Creator

Author: M. David Litwa

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 0197566421

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"This book examines the origins of the evil creator idea chiefly in light of early Christian biblical interpretation. It is divided into two parts. In Part I, the focus is on Gnostic Christian interpretation. First, ancient Egyptian assimilation of the Jewish god to the evil deity Seth-Typhon is studied to understand its reapplication by alternative (Sethian, "Ophite" and "gnostic") Christians to the Judeo-catholic creator. Second, an alternative Christian reception of John 8:44 (understood to refer to the devil's father) is shown to implicate the Judeo-catholic creator in murdering Christ. Part II focuses on Marcionite Christian biblical interpretations. It begins with Marcionite interpretations of the creator's character in the Old Testament (chap 3), analyzes the reception of 2 Corinthians 4:4 (in which "the god of this world" blinds people, chap 4), examines Christ's so-called destruction of the Law (Eph 2:15) and the Lawgiver (chaps 5-6), and shows how Christ finally succumbs to the curse of the Law (Gal 3:13) inflicted by the creator (chap 7). A concluding chapter sums up the findings and shows how still today readers of the Bible conclude that the creator is evil"--

The Irish Curse
The Irish Curse

Author: Martin Casella

Publisher: Samuel French, Inc.

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 71

ISBN-13: 0573698910

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A group of professionally successful Irish-American men meet every Wednesday night in a Catholic Church basement as a self-help group for men with small penises, this alleged Irish trait the focus of the weekly sessions. One evening a blue-collar guy joins the group and challenges everything the others think about the Irish curse, and their obsession with body image, unmasking questions of identity, masculinity, sex, and relationships they must face every day.

Maker's Curse
Maker's Curse

Author: Trudi Canavan

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 2020-05-19

Total Pages: 494

ISBN-13: 0316421170

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Together, Rielle and Tyen face a dazzling world of political intrigue, treacherous villains, and unforgettable magic in this powerful and thrilling final novel of the Millennium's Rule series. Rielle is now the Maker, restorer of worlds. She has lost count of the number of worlds she has been sent to save. Tyen has cast off his old identity. No longer a spy, he now attempts to teach new sorcerers and find ways to counteract the war-machines that are spreading throughout the worlds. But when an old enemy brings news of something worse than magically dead worlds and dangerous sorcerers—a threat unlike anything the worlds have faced before—Rielle and Tyen must reunite if they are to have any chance of saving humanity. Millennium's Rule series: Thief's Magic Angel of Storms Successor's Promise Maker's Curse More books by Trudi Canavan: The Magician's Apprentice Traitor Spy trilogy: The Ambassador's Mission The Rogue The Traitor Queen

A Curse Dark as Gold
A Curse Dark as Gold

Author: Elizabeth C. Bunce

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2010-05-19

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 0545281563

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“In this slow-simmering but rewarding retelling, first-novelist Bunce presents an innovative interpretation of Rumpelstiltskin.” —Horn Book Winner of the William C. Morris Award for a Young Adult Debut An ALA Best Book for Young Adults A Smithsonian Notable Book An Oprah’s Book Club Kids’ Reading List Teen Selection The gold thread promises Charlotte Miller a chance to save her family’s beloved woolen mill. It promises a future for her sister, jobs for her townsfolk, security against her grasping uncle—maybe even true love. To get the thread, Charlotte must strike a bargain with its maker, the mysterious Jack Spinner. But the gleam of gold conjures a shadowy past—secrets ensnaring generations of Millers. And Charlotte’s mill, her family, her love—what do those matter to a stranger who can spin straw into gold? This is an award-winning and wholly original retelling of “Rumplestiltskin.” “Set in a rural valley in the late 1700s, this reworking of the ‘Rumplestiltskin’ story includes ghosts, witchcraft, elements of Georgian society, and much earlier folk magic in the guise of a novel of manners.” —School Library Journal “A Curse Dark as Gold beats the hell out of any fantasy novel I’ve read this year. Her heroine/narrator is immensely appealing; the atmosphere of a world on the cusp of the Industrial Revolution is completely believable; and the suspense of the story builds so craftily that I started taking notes on just how she does it.” —Peter S. Beagle, World Fantasy Award-winning author “An intelligent, original, and interesting new take on an old fairy tale, and a marvelous debut novel.” —Teen Book Review

No! The Man Is Not the Provider! The Creator Is!
No! The Man Is Not the Provider! The Creator Is!

Author: Elward Levon Holman, Jr.

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Published: 2013-02-12

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1621475735

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In human society, the man is considered as the family's provider, caretaker and protector of his home. Although it seems noble, being a 'good provider' holds a number of men under constant pressure of carrying out the daunting task of walking in shoes too big for his feet. Neither a man or a woman was intended to be a 'provider' for it is a role that only the Creator can fulfill and unlike mankind thinks its far more than providing finances. No! The Man Is Not The Provider, The Creator Is! delves into the role of God as the Provider of everything including life, nature, heaven and earth, and how men have been trained into believing that they have been called to be His replacement once they marry. Author Elward Holman, Jr. reveals to the man and the woman that they are, and always will be, managers of what the Creator has provided. I expound on the differences between a provider and a manager. No! The Man Is Not The Provider, The Creator Is! will expose the deception that has destroyed the value of marriage and will take all who read it into a deeper understanding of Managing their family's thinking, emotions, words and, overall Love as intended by the Creator. Elward 'levon' Holman Jr. has practiced as a Certified Life Coach for the past six years, since receiving his certification from Coach Training Alliance. In his free time, Levon donates his services to a local women's shelter and holds free monthly hair care makeovers for the women at the YWCA Women in Crisis Shelter. Levon lives the freedom of praising who the true provider is instead of misled into robbing the Creator of that praise, and he hopes to spread this message through his insightful debut book. He currently lives in Virginia Beach, VA, where he enjoys raising his two beautiful daughters.

The Blueberry Curse
The Blueberry Curse

Author: Matt Danzig

Publisher:

Published: 2009-03-20

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9780615274416

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A bard has a hard time getting a job when his idea of being a singer is crushed by the magical Blueberry King who curses the singer with blue goo because he has a terrible voice. Then he finds a perfect job.

Jumanji
Jumanji

Author: Chris Van Allsburg

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2018-11-06

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 0547769997

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The game under the tree looked like a hundred others Peters and Judy had at home. But they were bored and restless and, looking for something interesting to do, thought they'd give Jumanji a try. Little did they know when they unfolded its ordinary-looking playing board that they were about to be plunged into the most exciting and bizare adventure of their lives. In his second book for children, Chris Van Allsburg again explores the ever-shifting line between fantasy and reality with this story about a game that comes startingly to life. His marvelous drawings beautifully convey a mix of the everyday and the extraordinary, as a quiet house is taken over by an exotic jungle.

Cursed Pirate Girl
Cursed Pirate Girl

Author: Jeremy Bastian

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2016-04-05

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1608868338

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Collects the first three issues with an all-new epilogue.

The Curse of God
The Curse of God

Author: Harris Sultan

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2018-12-12

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1984502115

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This book is a critical analysis of religion in general and Islam in particular. It covers some common misconceptions about Islam that both Muslims and non-Muslims have. The book starts with a little introduction of the author—how and why he became an ex-Muslim—and it is followed up with the importance of writing the book. The first chapter covers the importance of critical sense over common sense and how we should always invoke critical thinking when it comes to looking at the world around us. The book also covers some arguments for God and some counterarguments against God’s existence. It discusses the importance of God in keeping the morality of the society and the mental well-being of the human species. It also discusses the baggage that comes with religion, leaving our only lives here on planet earth devoid of pleasure and enjoyment. Moreover, it discusses the scientific flaws in the Quran and argues how it looks like a book written by a seventh century Arab warlord rather than the creator of the billions of galaxies. It discusses the critical and sensitive topic of the character of Allah (Muslim God) and Muhammad in light of the Quran, Hadith (collection of Muhammad’s quotes), and the biography of Muhammad. It gives a detailed account of Muhammad’s wives and violence in his life. In the last part of the book, the author discusses the rise of Islamism in the western world and its dangers. Finally, it educates its readers on how to debate with a religious apologist and some common arguments and techniques employed by them. It is a very interesting read into Islam from an ex-Muslim’s point of view and the best guide to learning Islam.