Nancy, Bess, and George’s Jiu-Jitsu lessons turn into a takedown of another sort in the twenty-first book in the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to a classic series. After a close call, Mr. Drew insists that if Nancy’s going to be an amateur detective, she needs to be able to defend herself. So Nancy, Bess, and George decide to check out a Jiu-Jitsu class at Iron Dragon MMA. The technique is hard, but before she knows it, Nancy’s having a lot of fun. And then, just as class ends, the students are shaken by a disturbing sight—someone’s left a dead rat on the front desk and spray-painted “traitor” on the wall. With a big competition coming up soon, is a rival academy trying to stir up trouble to throw the Iron Dragon team off their game? Nancy agrees to help the team get to the truth, but as her investigation takes some unexpected and increasingly dangerous turns, has River Heights’s finest sleuth been outmatched?
Nancy, Bess, and George’s Jiu-Jitsu lessons turn into a takedown of another sort in the twenty-first book in the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to a classic series. After a close call, Mr. Drew insists that if Nancy’s going to be an amateur detective, she needs to be able to defend herself. So Nancy, Bess, and George decide to check out a Jiu-Jitsu class at Iron Dragon MMA. The technique is hard, but before she knows it, Nancy’s having a lot of fun. And then, just as class ends, the students are shaken by a disturbing sight—someone’s left a dead rat on the front desk and spray-painted “traitor” on the wall. With a big competition coming up soon, is a rival academy trying to stir up trouble to throw the Iron Dragon team off their game? Nancy agrees to help the team get to the truth, but as her investigation takes some unexpected and increasingly dangerous turns, has River Heights’s finest sleuth been outmatched?
In the enchanted land of Eldoria, where dragons once soared freely and the bond between humans and these majestic creatures thrived, darkness has begun to take hold. For centuries, the legendary dragon riders protected their home, but a looming evil has severed this sacred connection, leaving fear and uncertainty in its wake. The Iron Dragon follows the courageous journey of Lira Valen, a young woman destined to reclaim her heritage and restore the bond that once united their worlds. When Lira discovers a hidden prophecy linking her to the mythical Iron Dragon, she is thrust into a battle that will test her strength, resilience, and spirit. The Iron Dragon, a creature of immense power and wisdom, awakens to aid her in her quest. As Lira embraces her destiny, she learns that true courage lies not only in fighting the darkness but in forging bonds of trust and understanding with her allies. Alongside her loyal friends—Eamon, the steadfast warrior, and Kira, the wise and resourceful healer—Lira must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with betrayal and danger. The king's soldiers are relentless in their pursuit, seeking to control the power of the dragon for their own nefarious purposes. But Lira is determined to unite the villagers and rally their forces against the encroaching evil. As Lira embarks on her journey, she uncovers ancient secrets about the dragon riders and the rituals that once strengthened their bond with dragons. With each challenge she faces, Lira grows stronger, realizing that the heartbeat of the Iron Dragon resonates within her—a reminder of the legacy she is destined to protect. Together, they must confront the ancient evil that threatens to consume Eldoria and reclaim the heart of their homeland. The Iron Dragon is a tale of bravery, friendship, and the enduring power of unity. It weaves together themes of sacrifice and loyalty, exploring the profound connections that define us as individuals and as a community. As Lira learns to embrace her destiny, she discovers that the true strength of the bond between humans and dragons is rooted in love, respect, and the shared experiences that shape their lives. With vivid world-building, dynamic characters, and an epic adventure that spans the realms of magic and mythology, The Iron Dragon invites readers to immerse themselves in a captivating story of hope and resilience. Join Lira as she navigates a world fraught with danger and intrigue, where the fate of Eldoria rests in her hands. Will she rise to the challenge and restore the legacy of the dragon riders, or will darkness prevail? This thrilling fantasy novel will appeal to readers of all ages, igniting the imagination and inspiring a sense of wonder as it celebrates the timeless bond between dragons and humans. Prepare to be swept away into the enchanting world of The Iron Dragon—a journey of self-discovery, adventure, and the power of unity against the forces of darkness.
The Iron Dragon: Richard Bustillo is the authorized biography of a martial arts legend. From his early childhood through his training with the legendary Bruce Lee, this is the story of a fighter, coach and philosopher. As founder and chief instructor of the renowned International Martial Arts and Boxing Academy, Richard Bustillo has a world wide audience. The Iron Man of JKD was forged in the early development of the Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute and The Filipino Kali Academy. Bustillo's story continues to flourish as he continually trains and teaches in the combative arts and enlightens the world on Jeet Kune Do. His story is a reflection of a martial arts awakening demonstrating the fire and passion of a true warrior.
A New York Times Notable Book: “Combining cyberpunk’s grit with dystopic fantasy, this iconoclastic hybrid is a standout piece of storytelling” (Library Journal). Jane is trapped as a changeling in an industrialized Faerie ruled by aristocratic high elves and populated by ogres, dwarves, night-gaunts, and hags. She is the only human in a factory where underage forced labor builds cybernetic, magical dragons that are weaponized and sent off to war. When the damaged dragon Melanchthon tempts Jane with promises of freedom, the stage is set for a daring escape that will shake the foundations of existence. Combining alchemy and technology, a coming-of-age story like no other, The Iron Dragon’s Daughter takes place against a dystopic mindscape of dark challenges and class struggles that force Jane to make costly decisions at every turn. A finalist for the Arthur C. Clarke Award, the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel, and the 1994 Locus Award, The Iron Dragon’s Daughter a is one-of-a-kind melding of grimdark fantasy and cyberpunk grit from the Nebula Award–winning author of Stations of the Tide. It engages the reader in a nihilistic world in which nothing is as it seems and everything comes at a steep and often horrific price.
A 2020 LOCUS AWARD FINALIST AND KIRKUS BEST SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY OF 2019 Award-winning author Michael Swanwick returns to the gritty, post-industrial faerie world of his New York Times Notable Book The Iron Dragon’s Daughter with the standalone adventure fantasy The Iron Dragon’s Mother. Caitlin of House Sans Merci is the young half-human pilot of a sentient mechanical dragon. Returning from her first soul-stealing raid, she discovers an unwanted hitchhiker. When Caitlin is framed for the murder of her brother, to save herself she must disappear into Industrialized Faerie, looking for the one person who can clear her. Unfortunately, the stakes are higher than she knows. Her deeds will change her world forever. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Can two fugitives beat Draco at its own game? Van and Sang are on the run, forced to log on and play Dragons of the New World from a dank basement hideout with borrowed characters while the world crumbles around them. Sang is losing hope after being fired by the CIA, but Van’s resolve is only growing. When Allie reveals that her people defeated the Dracos by striking them directly, they know what they have to do, but there’s just one problem—their only access to the mysterious Dracos is through a game that’s rigged against them. When they learn of an online tournament that will make five players Pros—and access to the Draco compound—Van and Sang know they have to win at any cost. Now, with the help of some old friends from the Iron Dragon mercenaries, as well as a few bold new recruits, Van and Sang must survive every punishing challenge and prove themselves to be the best players in the game. With an in-game rebellion brewing and spies targeting them in meatspace, it will take all their courage to face Draco’s bloody endgame.
Nancy investigates the disappearance of the bride while attending the wedding of her friends Bess and George's cousin Veronica's wedding to the owner of local extreme sports complex in Las Vegas.
A buried secret becomes a big problem for Frank and Joe in the twenty-fifth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe are on a history club trip to New York City, and their first stop is the Prohibition Museum where they’ll hear about how smugglers building getaway vehicles led to the rise of modern stock car racing. During a tour of damp escape tunnels beneath the museum, Frank slips and breaks a wall panel with his elbow, revealing a hidden compartment containing documents from the 1920s! The documents reveal that The Gilded Top Hat—the speakeasy which later became the Prohibition Museum—wasn’t actually owned by the Faccini brothers who were arrested for its bootlegging operations. The museum curator is eager to investigate this lead into the speakeasy’s history, and never ones to turn down a good case, Frank and Joe volunteer to help out. But before long, someone steals the documents and sends the boys warnings to stop digging into the past. Can Frank and Joe uncover the truth before it’s buried for another hundred years—and the boys along with it?
