(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: A Legacy Hunter” by Jacquelyn Smith.) Barlo stares at the limp, elven form on his couch. A poisoned goblin arrow protrudes from the creature’s shoulder. A long knife hangs from its belt. How could his wife think to tend the elf stranger and leave her patient armed? Elves do not belong in Dwarvenhome. Especially not ones with weapons. But the elf’s presence presents another problem to the dwarven clan chief. ...What brings goblins so close to Dwarvenhome? A stand-alone story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by Jacquelyn Smith, “Legacy Hunter” tells the tale of Barlo and Iarion’s first meeting. If you love a fun, action-filled adventure, grab this book. (This story takes place between the World of Lasniniar novels Kinslayer and Soul Seeker.)
Barlo leads a simple life. A confirmed bachelor, he spends all his time beneath the mountains in the city of Dwarvenhome, free from pesky elves and adventure. ...Until an unexpected turn of events flips his entire world upside down. Meet Barlo, Iarion, and Narilga in this fun collection of misadventures from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series by award-winning author, Jacquelyn Smith. This collection includes three stand-alone shorts: Legends of Lasniniar: Close Quarters Legends of Lasniniar: Legacy Hunter Legends of Lasniniar: A Close Shave Legends of Lasniniar: Close Quarters (Short Story) Narilga needs to find her missing brother. If she can also find a decent, male dwarf who wants to settle down, even better. Barlo works the mines. Like all male dwarves, marriage remains the furthest thing from his mind. Their chance meeting and mutual attraction catches both Barlo and Narilga by surprise. Can they work together to rescue Narilga’s brother? A stand-alone meet cute story from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series. Legends of Lasniniar: Legacy Hunter (Short Story) Barlo stares at the limp, elven form on his couch. A poisoned goblin arrow protrudes from the creature’s shoulder. A long knife hangs from its belt. How could his wife think to tend the elf stranger and leave her patient armed? Elves do not belong in Dwarvenhome. Especially not ones with weapons. But the elf’s presence presents another problem to the dwarven clan chief. ...What brings goblins so close to Dwarvenhome? A stand-alone story from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series, “Legacy Hunter” tells the tale of Barlo and Iarion’s first meeting. If you love a fun, action-filled adventure, grab this book. Legends of Lasniniar: A Close Shave (Short Story) A cold welcome in Dwarvenhome. Even after a few years as Barlo’s friend, Iarion still feels like an intruder in the underground city. The dwarves’ usual wariness toward elves does not bother him. But Iarion senses something more at work. All of the dwarves seem on edge. Barlo included. And when Iarion learns the real reason behind the rising tensions, he knows he has his work cut out for him. A stand-alone story of friendship, beards, and magic from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.
Origin stories, first meetings... No hero or legendary friendship is ever born on page one. Visit Lasniniar’s sprawling past, filled with elves, dwarves, mermaids, dragons, and vampires in three early, short story adventures from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith: Possession The Vow Legacy Hunter Possession No one in the entire Wood Elf tribe understands Golvanyar, aside from his mother. Until he meets Iadrawyn. Golvanyar knows the moment he first spies her from the shadows that they share some kind of connection. He can feel it in his bones as he watches her, unseen. Does Iadrawyn feel it too? Only one answer can satisfy Golvanyar. In the richly-imagined Legends of Lasniniar, this stand-alone short story focuses on an event from the elves’ sprawling past—an event that forever changes Golvanyar, and starts Iadrawyn on the path to becoming a woman of legend. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Possession.” This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.) The Vow Nimrilwyn swims the seas of Ralvaniar—a respected member of the Folk. ...One of the few who takes an interest in the land-dwelling elves. None of the Folk understand her friendship with them. Why bother to form a bond with those who can never know life beneath the waves? But Nimrilwyn values her unusual friendships. She prides herself on her loyalty. Even to those not of her own kind. ...No matter the cost. Visit the sprawling past of the Legends of Lasniniar series in this stand-alone fantasy story. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow.” This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.) Legacy Hunter Barlo stares at the limp, elven form on his couch. A poisoned goblin arrow protrudes from the creature’s shoulder. A long knife hangs from its belt. How could his wife think to tend the elf stranger and leave her patient armed? Elves do not belong in Dwarvenhome. Especially not ones with weapons. But the elf’s presence presents another problem to the dwarven clan chief. ...What brings goblins so close to Dwarvenhome? A stand-alone story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series, “Legacy Hunter” tells the tale of Barlo and Iarion’s first meeting. If you love a fun, action-filled adventure, grab this book. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Legacy Hunter.” This story takes place between the World of Lasniniar novels Kinslayer and Soul Seeker.)
(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Close Quarters” by Jacquelyn Smith.) Narilga needs to find her missing brother. If she can also find a decent, male dwarf who wants to settle down, even better. Barlo works the mines. Like all male dwarves, marriage remains the furthest thing from his mind. Their chance meeting and mutual attraction catches both Barlo and Narilga by surprise. Can they work together to rescue Narilga’s brother? A stand-alone, meet-cute story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. (This adventure takes place between the World of Lasniniar novels Kinslayer and Soul Seeker.)
Tainted magic. Deception. Betrayal. When the elves started over in Lasniniar they sought to outrun all three. But the new continent brings new neighbors with unknown motives of their own—along with a hidden enemy that already lurks within. Follow the elves’ struggle to find peace in a new world and meet Lasniniar’s next generation of heroes in this collection from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series by award-winning author, Jacquelyn Smith. This collection includes one novel and two shorts: Kinslayer: A Novel of Lasniniar (The World of Lasniniar Book 2) Legends of Lasniniar: Making Waves Legends of Lasniniar: Adventure Takes a Holiday Kinslayer: A Novel of Lasniniar (The World of Lasniniar Book 2) Lasniniar. A new continent the elves can call home after the fall of Ralvaniar. They hope to finally find peace under the leadership of Iadrawyn and Valanandir—far from the dark creatures they left behind in the magical cataclysm. A simple enough wish. But darkness comes in many forms. And not even Iadrawyn and Valanandir know the hidden enemy that lurks within the elves’ midst. ...Or how far they must go to stop him. The elves’ epic struggle evolves to a new level, drawing enemies and allies alike in this sweeping, second novel from the World of Lasniniar fantasy series. Legends of Lasniniar: Making Waves (Short Story) Deep sapphire, flecked with silver. Iarion’s eyes mark him from any elf ever born. A strange, physical anomaly? Or a sign of his unique condition? Even after thousands of years spent wandering the lands of Lasniniar, the answer continues to elude him. ...Now Iarion’s eyes sweep the harbor of the Sea Elves in the hopes that his ship might finally come in. In the epic fantasy World of Lasniniar series, this stand-alone story explores an adventure from Iarion’s deep past, before he becomes a hero of legend. Legends of Lasniniar: Adventure Takes a Holiday (Short Story) Barlo lumbers through the snow along a narrow mountain path. A substantial trail follows in the dwarf’s wake. Iarion leads the way. His light, elven feet barely make an impression in the snow. Barlo would like to blame his pulled groin for his own awkwardness, but he knows Iarion would never let him get away with it. As night falls, a storm closes in. ...Definitely not the holiday Barlo hoped for. A stand-alone misadventure story of the unlikely friends Iarion and Barlo from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.
An unspeakable act. Iarion flees with Barlo in a useless effort to outrun the heinous crime his dwarf friend committed under desperate circumstances. Meanwhile, the rest of Lasniniar marches to war. Would-be gods drive the humans against the elder races, granting the most devout of their worshipers magic of their own. Into this chaotic darkness, a new power emerges. ...A power only Iarion can face. The future of the World of Lasniniar hangs in the balance in this eighth novel in the epic fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith.
"The Desecrator" is an original short story from the Draegaran Empire, by bestselling author Stephen Brust. This is a tale of the Hawklord Daymar, and of a particular Morganti blade. Vlad Taltos fans will enjoy new insight into Stephen Brust's fantasy series. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The sound of wolves howling in the distance only served to raise the already alarming rate of Zarum's heart. He'd been waiting for longer than usual, and there was no sign of anyone approaching through the underbrush. If he hadn't been held back for the past few nights to discuss clan politics with his father, the chief of clan Sil'na, he wouldn't be scurrying around in the thick dark of a moonless night either; it was too dangerous to be out here alone. Zarum's gut twisted with need, reminding him of why he was there in the dark, risking his life. It would only take one, and he needed more than a hand to satisfy him tonight. Content Information: This book contains graphic depictions of male/male sexual practices, graphic language and other content that some readers may find objectionable.
Young Darek stumbles upon a live baby dragon inside its dead mother's pouch, and his brave efforts to return it to the Valley of the Dragons prove to himself--and to his people--that there are peaceful ways to become a man.
In which Vlad Taltos finds himself, much to his surprise, at the fateful Battle of Baritt's Tomb Marching through mud just isn't as much fun as they say. After years of surviving in Adrilankha by practicing the trade he knows best—killing people for a living—suddenly Vlad Taltos finds himself in the last place any self-respecting assassin wants to be: the army. Worse, he's right in the middle of a apocalyptic battle between two sorcerous armies, and everyone expects him to play a role they won't explain. All Vlad's got between him and the worst kind of death is his wits. Oh, and a smart-mouthed winged lizard... Dragon is Steven Brust at his best—a swashbuckling fantasy adventure. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
