To most people, it appears as if Derek James is a typical college freshman. Yes, he is on a football scholarship at one of the most prestigious universities in the country, but other than that, he appears quite ordinary. But there is an extraordinary secret that Derek is harboring: he is a warlock! When he runs into fellow freshmen Matthias, Omar, and Tre’Vell, he is surprised to learn that they are also warlocks! Shortly after they all meet, however, the freshmen start getting attacked by terrifying monsters. Now, the four fast friends must overcome doubts and disagreements in order to discover the source of the attacks. But it may go deeper than any of them realize.
To most people, it appears as if Derek James is a typical college freshman. Yes, he is on a football scholarship at one of the most prestigious universities in the country, but other than that, he appears quite ordinary. But there is an extraordinary secret that Derek is harboring: he is a warlock! When he runs into fellow freshmen Matthias, Omar, and Tre’Vell, he is surprised to learn that they are also warlocks! Shortly after they all meet, however, the freshmen start getting attacked by terrifying monsters. Now, the four fast friends must overcome doubts and disagreements in order to discover the source of the attacks. But it may go deeper than any of them realize.
In a quaint coastal village, nestled between lush emerald hills that rolled gently towards the horizon and a shimmering blue sea that sparkled like a million scattered jewels, lived a spirited boy named Leo. With hair tousled and wild from the winds that swept through the village and skin kissed by the sun and salt from countless days spent at the water's edge, Leo embodied the very essence of his vibrant surroundings. Every morning, as the sun awoke from its slumber, casting warm, golden rays that danced over the waves, Leo would bound out of his small, weathered cottage. His heart raced with excitement as he approached the shoreline, a place of wonder and discovery. Here, the rhythmic lapping of the waves would greet him like an old friend, whispering secrets and tales of undiscovered worlds that lay beneath the surface. He often imagined what stories the sea might tell if only it could speak—ancient shipwrecks that held treasures of the past, mystical creatures swimming in the depths, and coral kingdoms waiting to be explored. With every splash of the waves against his feet, Leo felt a profound connection to the ocean, as if it were calling to him, beckoning him to embark on adventures that few dared to dream of. Sun-drenched afternoons were spent collecting seashells, racing against the tide, and watching the clouds drift lazily by, each one sparking his imagination. His youthful curiosity propelled him to ask questions about the sea, to learn about its tides, its creatures, and its ever-changing moods. Little did he know, however, that this insatiable curiosity and longing for exploration would lead him to an extraordinary destiny—one where he would be known as the Boy Who Caught the Oceans. Leo's passion for the sea would unfold into an enchanting journey, filled with mystical encounters, beautiful friendships, and challenges that would test the very limits of his bravery and resourcefulness. As he stood on the shore, arms outstretched to the horizon, he would soon discover that the ocean held not only the mysteries of the universe but also the key to his own heart. The adventures that lay ahead would change not only his life but the lives of those around him, as he learned to harness the magic of the waters that had always beckoned him home.
A skilled knife fighter since the age of nine, Chalice knows what it's like to live life on the edge—precariously balanced between the dark and the light. But the time has come to choose. The evil sorcerer who kidnapped her over a decade ago requires her superhuman senses to steal a precious magical artifact…or she must suffer the consequences. Desperate to break the curse that enslaves her, Chalice agrees. But it is only with the help of Aydin—her noble warrior-protector—that she will risk venturing beyond the veil to discover the origins of her power. Only for him will she dare to fully embrace her awesome talents. For a deadly duel is at hand, and Chalice alone will have to decide between freedom…and the love of her life.
Thirty-five years in the making, and destined to be the last word in fanta-film references! This incredible 1,017-page resource provides vital credits on over 9,000 films (1896-1999) of horror, fantasy, mystery, science fiction, heavy melodrama, and film noir. Comprehensive cast lists include: directors, writers, cinematographers, and composers. Also includes plot synopses, critiques, re-title/translation information, running times, photographs, and several cross-referenced indexes (by artist, year, song, etc.). Paperback.
With the “profound sense of Southern spirituality” he is known for (Publishers Weekly), Billy Coffey draws us into a town where good and evil—and myth and reality—intertwine in unexpected ways. Everyone in Crow Hollow knows of Alvaretta Graves, the old widow who lives in the mountain. Many call her a witch; others whisper she’s insane. Everyone agrees the vengeance Alvaretta swore at her husband’s death hovers over them all. That vengeance awakens when teenagers stumble upon Alvaretta’s cabin, incurring her curse. Now a sickness moves through the Hollow. Rumors swirl that Stu Graves has risen for revenge. And the people of Crow Hollow are left to confront not only the darkness that lives on the mountain, but the darkness that lives within themselves. “Coffey spins a wicked tale . . . [The Curse of Crow Hollow] blends folklore, superstition, and subconscious dread in the vein of Shirley Jackson’s ‘The Lottery.’” —Kirkus Reviews
