A man outside of space and time, Mikael Heaton wakes in a new world. One hostile to his very existence. Offworlders are not welcome in the Seventh Realm. With his memories veiled, Mikael must defy his limitations and forge new alliances if he is to survive. There is power in this world—magic. Impossible, his instincts scream. Here though, its secrets could mean the difference between life and death. As his journey unfolds, Mikael uncovers pieces of his forgotten past. Of a world of technological wonders. And a dark secret, one best left buried. A mortal does not simply cut the ties of reality without sacrifice. But there are greater forces at play in the Seventh Realm, and Mikael will need every scrap of cunning and resolve he has at his disposal to outwit them. Can an Offworlder reforge his destiny in a new world? Or will the forces beyond the veil crush him before he has the chance?
Victory. With the aid of Mikael Heaton—the man from another world—the Highland clans have repelled the forces of Gurria. But their efforts have woken a slumbering beast. When Gurria returns, it will not be with a mere hundred soldiers, but legions. The Highlands need allies, but now the world knows what Mikael is, that’s no easy task. The seers call him the Voidlight. Destroyer of Worlds. And with his memories of Earth returning, their prophecies may not be far off the mark. Not to be deterred, Mikael seeks new friends in enemy territory. Skarta was conquered long ago, but revolution is bubbling beneath the city's surface. Can a despised Offworlder convince them to rise up against their Gurrian overlords? Or will the Highlands fight alone—and fall like those who came before them? In this electrifying sequel, prepare for a battle of dimension distorting proportions as Mikael Heaton faces his most formidable test yet. The fate of an entire clan rests on his shoulders, and the outcome will shape the course of the Seventh Realm. With stunning twists, heart-stopping action, and a breath-taking climax, this gripping sword and sorcery sequel will leave readers on the edge of their seats, anxiously awaiting the final verdict: salvation or oblivion.
Everyone must prove their worth After Galin discovers that he is the prophesied boy king and feared by the evil Darkstriders, he spends over a year learning how to use his gift at the Tadus School of Magic. Now nearly ready to graduate, Galin has to build his army to retake the throne, but no one is willing to join him until he has a major victory. Artis the Black hires Tasar, a magic-wielding Dark Elf assassin, to kill Galin without turning him into a martyr. Why him? Because Tasar never fails. Can Galin escape the assassin and gain the confidence of the people to join his cause before the kingdom is lost forever? Iron Fist Keepis the third installment in this Young-adult epic fantasy series. If you like fast-paced stories and a freshepic fantasy with a twist, you'll love Steven Atwood'sIron Fist Keep. Join the fight and buy your copy today! Prophecy of Axain series: 1) Ravenward - Prologue 2) Prophecy of Axain 3) Iron Fist Keep 4) Full Circle Iron Fist Keep can be found in the Young-adult fantasy, epic fantasy, sword and sorcery, and coming of age categories.
War! The Darkstriders crossed the treacherous ocean to conquer the Kingdom of Axain, stopping their future demise in its tracks. Or so they thought! Ravenward: Prequel Novella The war with Darkstriders entered the Kingdom of Axain. When the Feral Orcs attacked Nightfall Meadows, Thea the Loyal charged into battle alongside King Galin IV of Ravenward and his jealous fraternal twin Kade. When the first female knight of the kingdom slain the Orc leader, Thea pledges to protect the king and his family against any aggressor, even his brother. Unknown to any of them, a dark menace hides in the shadows waiting for the right moment to strike and decapitate the noble family of Ravenward. Prophecy of Axain Seth Feran has always wanted to be a fisherman until the Darkstriders invade his village. When they attack Sally, his adoptive mother, and his adoptive father refuses to avenge her, Seth knows he must discard his childhood dreams for his duty. The Dark Elf warriors are hunting for the prophesied boy king who uses magic and will unite the world against them. Their leader, Shania, lost her brother and father to the humans, and her mouth waters at the chance for revenge. Iron Fist Keep After Galin discovers that he is the prophesied boy king and feared by the evil Darkstriders, he spends over a year learning how to use his gift at the Tadus School of Magic. Now nearly ready to graduate, Galin has to build his army to retake the throne, but no one is willing to join him until he has a major victory. Artis the Black hires Tasar, a magic-wielding Dark Elf assassin, to kill Galin without turning him into a martyr. Why him? Because Tasar never fails. Can Galin escape the assassin and gain the confidence of the people to join his cause before the kingdom is lost forever? Full Circle After the fall of Iron Fist Keep, warriors and war mages came out of hiding to join Galin’s cause. Even with their additional numbers, he does not have enough soldiers to retake the Kingdom of Axain. As the prophecy predicted, Galin, Jena, Ellis, and Mae all headed north solicit help from the Dwarf and Gnome Kings. Will they attack Staerdale Castle in time before the Darkstrider reinforcements arrive from Setan? After nearly two decades of being King, Kade of Ravenward, also known as Kade the Usurper, is a mere shadow of his former self. He wasn’t really King, everything he wanted to do had to be cleared through his Darkstrider Advisor, Tanyl. He relived the night he murdered his brother’s family in his nightmares. Kade took comfort that he never faced his nephew, Galin V of Ravenward. He wouldn’t kill Galin like he did his father. What would he do if he had no choice? What was more important, the throne or his family?
The war with Darkstriders entered the Kingdom of Axain. When the Feral Orcs attacked Nightfall Meadows, Thea the Loyal charged into battle alongside King Galin IV of Ravenward and his jealous fraternal twin Kade. When the first female knight of the kingdom slayed the Orc leader, Thea pledges to protect the king and his family against any aggressor, even his brother. Unknown to any of them, a dark menace hides in the shadows waiting for the right moment to strike and decapitate the noble family of Ravenward.
War! After the fall of Iron Fist Keep, warriors and war mages came out of hiding to join Galin’s cause. Even with their additional numbers, he does not have enough soldiers to retake the Kingdom of Axain. As the prophecy predicted, Galin, Jena, Ellis, and Mae all headed north solicit help from the Dwarf and Gnome Kings. Will they attack Staerdale Castle in time before the Darkstrider reinforcements arrive from Setan? After nearly two decades of being King, Kade of Ravenward, also known as Kade the Usurper, is a mere shadow of his former self. He wasn’t really King, everything he wanted to do had to be cleared through his Darkstrider Advisor, Tanyl. He relived the night he murdered his brother’s family in his nightmares. Kade took comfort that he never faced his nephew, Galin V of Ravenward. He wouldn’t kill Galin like he did his father. What would he do if he had no choice? What was more important, the throne or his family? Full Circle is the final chapter in the Prophecy of Axain series.
Collects Shang-Chi (2020) #1-5, Shang-Chi (2021) #1-12, Marvel's Voices: Identity (2021) #1 (Shang-Chi story), Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings (2022) #1-6, Shang-Chi: Master of the Ten Rings (2023) #1. The comic-book saga of Shang-Chi and the legendary Ten Rings! An ancient and evil secret society has remained in hiding since the death of their leader, Zheng Zu. But now a successor has been chosen: Zheng Zu's son, Shang-Chi! In a fractious family reunion, Shang-Chi gets to know the siblings he never knew he had! But who among them can he trust - and who is trying to kill him? As Shang-Chi assumes his rightful place as the leader of the Five Weapons Society, his fellow super heroes - including Spider-Man and the Fantastic Four - start to see him as the bad guy! And when he gains control of the massively powerful Ten Rings, every bounty hunter and assassin in the Marvel Universe is determined to take them from him!
Savior. Sacrifice. Survivor. The fates determined Rowan’s destiny before she was born. Her father said this made her special. But after he died, her conclave’s council made it clear—her fate made her nothing more than a tool. A fallen guardian appears and offers a way out. It will involve surrendering one prison for another, but what else can a chosen one expect? There is, of course, a final option, one that will require Rowan to take her fate into her own hands and seize her power for herself for the first time. Embrace your destiny and unleash your magic in this first-in-series epic fantasy novel set in the immersive, high-magic world of Eldura.
Tor Essentials presents new editions of science fiction and fantasy titles of proven merit and lasting value, each volume introduced by an appropriate literary figure. After thousands of years of searching, humans stand on the verge of first contact with an alien race. Two human groups: the Qeng Ho, a culture of free, innovative traders, and the Emergents, a ruthless society based on the technological enslavement of minds. The group that opens trade with the aliens will reap unimaginable riches. But first, both groups must wait at the aliens' very doorstep, for their strange star to relight and for the alien planet to reawaken, as it does every two hundred and fifteen years... Amidst terrible treachery, the Qeng Ho must fight for their freedom and for the lives of the unsuspecting innocents on the planet below, while the aliens themselves play a role unsuspected by Qeng Ho and Emergents alike. More than just a great science fiction adventure, A Deepness In the Sky is a universal drama of courage, self-discovery, and the redemptive power of love. This new Tor Essentials edition of Vernor Vinge's A Deepness In the Sky includes an introduction by the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award-winning Jo Walton, author of Among Others. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
