Acting on an abstruse tip-off from the reknowned paraphysiologist Dr Rupert Gilhooly, Bernice Summerfield has found herself on a probe-ship heading deep into the Problematic Heart of the galaxy—not knowing what, or quite who, she might find. What she finds is Station Control. A place that exists, simultaniously, in 417 dimensions, a brawling, souk-like Nexus between every world that can, or has, or ever will be. And one of those dimensions is Hell. Bernice knows nothing of the rivalries and power-plays going on here. So she blunders right into them and makes a complete hash of everything, natch.
For fans of Fallout, Mad Max, and the Dark Tower comes an epic tale of wasteland adventure for a new generation. In the bleak and dangerous wastelands of a dying world, a lone drifter sets off on a journey of vengeance, fleeing the men who want him dead. Daxin Glaive is carrying a secret which, in the right hands, will ensure the downfall of his forefathers' most bitter rival and win his family its long-awaited retribution. Across the sands, a young soldier stews in his lookout post above the derelict city of Belmond. Merrick Bouchard is one of thousands serving a dogmatic regime which seeks to control the city and its resources while starving masses of mutants and vagrants vie for the scraps. Carrying wounds from a brutal childhood and disenchanted with his life, Merrick will soon discover he is nothing like those with whom he serves. There is something in his blood; something which could break him if left untamed, but which might be the key to the survival of his world, if only he can learn how to wield it. And in the fathomless depths of the world below them, a great evil lies dormant, waiting for the right time to rise again. Perhaps that time only requires the right person... Praise for J.C. Staudt and The Infernal Lands "[An] epic journey on the scale of Tolkien ... a Martin-esque world, in regards to the characters and depth. I was hooked from the first paragraph."--N.M. Sotzek, author of Revealing the Revolution "Detailed, interactive plot-lines weave a compelling story from beginning to end."--The Kindle Book Review "Staudt's built a riveting post-apocalyptic world."--Amazon Reviewer, on The Shepherd For fans of Mad Max, Fallout, The Dark Tower (Gunslinger), and S.M. Stirling (Dies the Fire, The Change, Emberverse). Google Books Keywords: wasteland, post-apocalyptic, western, fiction, Mad Max, gunslinger, fallout, sci-fi, science fiction, wastelander, nomad, nomads, trade caravan, lawless, multiple povs, epic, dark fantasy, multiple storylines
Peter Octavian's powerful sorcery guards his world against evil. Now he must go on a perilous journey to save those condemned to a fate worse than death itself…When Octavian called upon Gaea to rid the Earth of demons, her magic banished not only the demons but also the Shadows - vampires who had foresworn evil and fought alongside him, some for many years. Together with two unlikely companions - a wise-cracking goblin with the ability to walk the paths between worlds, and a demon changeling struggling to come to terms with what he is - Octavian sets out on what seems to be an impossible mission: to free his friends from Hell. There he finds some unexpected figures from his past - and an enemy of his own making, driven by an implacable hatred, whose power is equal to his own and whose quest for vengeance is personal…
This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1978.
Bernice - or Benny to her friends - is on the ultimate road trip, scouring the universe in search for her missing son, Peter. Along the way, she stops off on the planet Versimmon, where she is soon drawn into an expedition investigating the legendary Caldera Archive.
About the Book We have seen the Continent play host to magick and evil, but now it faces a threat unlike anything else in the multiverse. It now faces Galetos, the son of the most evil Ancient, Chagdrom. In retribution for what happened here in the ancient past, Galetos now wants to swallow Terra whole. Standing in his way is a farmer named Raollin, who rose from his common roots to become a Champion of the Light, tasked with stopping evil, no matter what form it takes. The issue is that no mortal has ever faced an evil as great as Galetos in the history of Terra. How can a simple farmer save Terra from being consumed? Read the exciting conclusion of the Continent series and find out! About the Author Douglas T. Bradshaw explains that this series is a byproduct of his favorite hobby, fantasy role-playing games, especially Dungeons and Dragons. He’s been playing since 1983 and has been a Dungeon Master since 1993. Over the years, he’s written many adventures for his players, and he thought that perhaps others, whether or not they have played D&D, would enjoy these stories. The Continent Trilogy is based in his campaign world, where the players make history every game session! Bradshaw says, “It is my hope that those who read this book look forward to more stories...in my next series...the Legends of Terra.”
A Companion to American Gothic features a collection of original essays that explore America’s gothic literary tradition. The largest collection of essays in the field of American Gothic Contributions from a wide variety of scholars from around the world The most complete coverage of theory, major authors, popular culture and non-print media available
In the enchanting realm of Eldoria, where cosmic forces dance and destinies intertwine, a young hero named Elden embarks on a perilous journey against encroaching darkness. Born with a mysterious cosmic mark, Elden's path is guided by echoes of ancient prophecies and the symphony of cosmic energies. As he confronts otherworldly challenges and forms unbreakable bonds, Elden must unravel the secrets of his mark and unite a diverse group of individuals whose destinies are intertwined with his own. Together, they forge a cosmic resonance that spans dimensions, weaving a tapestry of unity to repel the encroaching shadows. In a saga of courage, connection, and cosmic harmonies, Elden's quest becomes a testament to the power of shared purpose and the intricate dance of cosmic forces.
Legend tells of an evil sorceress who used the power of magical crystals to transfer her mind into the bodies of others. Her reign of terror was long and bloody, and her final defeat the cause of great rejoicing. But that's just a legend, a story told to children—isn't it? Finding the last resting place of the Crystal Sorceress is an archaeological dream on a par with discovering the Holy Grail. So it's hardly likely that someone will just offer the solution to Professor Bernice Summerfield on a plate. But sometimes the unlikely actually happens. And one thing that's very, very unlikely is that Benny will suddenly find herself to be a member of the opposite gender!
Bernice and her friends are taken over by powerful dark beings and could soon pose a threat to the universe as we know it--if they survive the dangers involved in learning how to use their new and unexpected powers.
