The Hard Edge of Magic
The Hard Edge of Magic

Author: Allan N. Packer

Publisher: Luminant Publications

Published: 2024-02-28

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1922636835

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Hungry and desperate, Kylen knows what it’s like to be an outcast. Plucked from the streets by a tight-lipped stranger, he begins to dream of a better life. But his rescuer turns out to be a renegade mage. In an instant Kylen finds himself transformed from a person of no account to a dangerous fugitive. But much more than his life might be at stake. Dark forces are stirring, and an ancient evil is poised, ready to be unleashed on an unsuspecting kingdom. Comfortable and arrogant, the kingdom's mages are bent on destroying the one person capable of saving them. On the run with his mentor, Kylen tries to ignore the voices whispering about his destiny. Of what use is a fabled destiny when you’re struggling to survive? Note: The Hard Edge of Magic is book 1 of The Ruptured Kingdom, a multi-part saga. The story will continue in book 2, The Riven Land. If you enjoy epic fantasy with gripping action and relatable characters in a compelling coming of age saga, then try the novels of The Ruptured Kingdom now! The Ruptured Kingdom reading order: - The Hard Edge of Magic (Book One) - The Riven Land (Book Two) - The Weight of Interference (Book Three) - coming in late 2024 Additional reading for The Ruptured Kingdom: The Renegade: A Prequel to The Hard Edge of Magic is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Hard Edge of Magic (Book One). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

Bobbin and the Magic Thief
Bobbin and the Magic Thief

Author: Kat Farrow

Publisher: LoreWeaver Press LLC

Published: 2023-07-17

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 1959123017

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A cunning thief. A stolen fae. Can a shunned faerie rescue her friend before the thief uses his prize for a devious end? Bobbin is losing everything. Abandoned by her mentor and banned from her trade, the young Spindle Faerie’s best friend is now gone. But when she discovers the thief’s true intentions, she is compelled to disobey faerie law or risk losing her friend forever. Hoping to stop the nefarious plot, Bobbin joins forces with unexpected allies. But the greed for magical things soon places all their lives in peril. Can Bobbin succeed in saving her friend and ceasing the thief’s mischief, or will her failure result in the end of the Spindle Faeries? Bobbin and the Magic Thief is the first book in the faerie tale adventure series The Spindle Faeries.

The Magic Eaters
The Magic Eaters

Author: Carol Beth Anderson

Publisher: Eliana Press

Published: 2023-03-27

Total Pages: 2407

ISBN-13:

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Get ready to devour The Magic Eaters: over 1500 pages of dystopian YA fantasy featuring dragons, romance, and a magical world like no other. Blogger Sara R. Cleveland said, "The Frost Eater is hands down the best YA book I have read in a long time. Maybe ever." One-click to get the entire acclaimed series for one low price! ••• Book 1 Description: A spoiled royal hungry for excitement. A young man who hates nobles. Can they foil a kidnapping before they fall prey to an enemy's deadly magic? Seventeen-year-old Princess Nora Abrios is lonely and bored. Though she’s a frost eater who creates magical ice, she’d give anything for a chance to really cut loose. When a commoner’s flying antics capture her attention, she seizes the opportunity to partner up and escape her dreary palace duties. Krey West’s girlfriend Zeisha disappeared weeks ago. He vowed to discover her fate. So when his unusual magic catches the eye of the privileged princess, he jumps at the chance to find his love by exploiting the monarchy he hates. But he’s surprised by his feisty new ally’s willingness to defy her family and dig deep into the nation’s darkest secrets… As new evidence shocks Nora, she makes the fateful choice to flee the capital and join Krey in banishment. And when they uncover a sinister plot which runs darker than the disappearance of one girl, Krey resolves to do whatever it takes…even if he must face down a dragon. Can Nora and Krey save Zeisha and expose a shadowy enemy, or will their prying spell their doom? ••• The Magic Eaters is an enthralling dystopian YA fantasy trilogy, with a sci-fi/fantasy prequel. If you like funny and capricious heroines, smart and snarky heroes, romance subplots, and unique world-building, then you’ll adore Carol Beth Anderson’s fast-paced series. Buy The Magic Eaters and devour its dark magic today!

Photoshop CC in easy steps
Photoshop CC in easy steps

Author: Robert Shufflebotham

Publisher: In Easy Steps

Published: 2014-09-23

Total Pages: 570

ISBN-13:

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Photoshop CC in easy steps provides the essential building blocks for the reader to develop a clear grasp of the power and sophistication that Photoshop has to offer. The continual expansion, refinement and development of Photoshop can make learning the software a daunting experience for the first time user. But there is no need to feel intimidated. The answer is simple, take it in easy steps. That's exactly what Photoshop CC in easy steps is designed to do. In clear, concise, simple language this book breaks down the complex and complicated into small easily digestible learning chunks. Photoshop CC in easy steps delivers a solid, secure and lasting foundation that you can build on as you explore Photoshop and develop more and more control over one the most creative pieces of software available today. The author’s extensive knowledge and understanding of the requirements and needs of the new user is distilled in this book which is written in simple, clear language with step by step instructions, breaking down complex functions into easy to follow learning sequences. Grasp the basics of color, file formats, key graphics and design terminologyMaster Photoshop window and the Tool panelLearn the tricks of the trade for image editingExplore Selection tools, Layers, Paths and Color adjustments to create your unique imagesOptimize images for print, web or multimediaCreate effective animations for the webDownload example images used in the book and get updates to the features covered – FREE Photoshop CC in easy steps gives you a solid foundation to build on, allowing you to master the basics so you can proceed to unleash the full creative potential of the software. Covers Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (2014 edition).

Magic in the Shadows
Magic in the Shadows

Author: Devon Monk

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-11-03

Total Pages: 343

ISBN-13: 1101151358

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Allison Beckstrom?s magic has taken its toll on her, physically marking her and erasing her memories?including those of the man she supposedly loves. But lost memories aren?t the only things preying on Allie?s thoughts. Her late father, the prominent businessman?and sorcerer?Daniel Beckstrom, has somehow channeled himself into her very mind. With the help of The Authority, a secret organization of magic users, she hopes to gain better control over her own abilities?and find a way to deal with her father?

Spring Magic
Spring Magic

Author: T.M. Cromer

Publisher: Fae Press

Published: 2018-12-18

Total Pages: 278

ISBN-13: 1732701350

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What starts as a straightforward magical mission turns deadly. Spring Thorne’s life is a mess. The man Spring loves seems to loathe her, family enemies are coming out of the woodwork, and her mother remains in a twenty-year stasis, waiting on ancient artifacts to revive her. When Spring’s uncle asks her to retrieve one of the final two objects, she jumps at the chance—until she finds out dear old Uncle Alastair has also recruited Knox Carlyle; the recent bane of her not-so-idyllic existence. Knox Carlyle avoids Spring at all costs. Since the day she became an adult, she’s made it her mission to attract his notice. He refuses to allow himself to love her, believing his dark past eliminates any chance they have to be together. But with every look, every touch, his hard-won determination weakens. With an army of Désorcelers determined to capture or kill witches at every turn, Knox is compelled to protect Spring from her own stubborn tendency to charge into trouble even if it means following her to South America to retrieve a powerful amulet. But when Knox fails to protect Spring, he is forced to go to extremes in order to save the only woman he’s ever loved. * WARNING: While it’s not the main theme of this story, this book briefly includes drug addiction, physical abuse, and sexual assault. If these are triggers for you, you may want to avoid this story or skip ahead in the book. I promise there is a satisfying HEA awaiting you. :) It is the only Thorne Witches book that addresses these issues, so feel free to read the next in series without worries. Topics: new adult paranormal romance, witches, magic, witch romance series, romance saga, romantic suspense, series starter, first in series, romance series, romance saga, romantic family saga, new release, witch romance with sex, comedy, romance ebook, romance series, top romance reads, bestselling, award winning romance, fantasy romance, urban fantasy, magical realism, paranormal elements, contemporary fantasy, HEA, love, strong heroine, alpha hero, family, sexy hero, steamy romance, emotional romance, new adult paranormal romance, romance fiction, top ebooks in romance, top ebooks in paranormal, romance books, romance, paranormal romance witches, series, tm cromer, t.m. cromer books, t.m. cromer witches, Perfect for fans of Deanna Chase, Eve Langlais, Alisa Woods, Christine Feehan, Charlaine Harris, Deborah Harkness, W.J. May, Madeline Freeman, Kristen Middleton, Mac Flynn, Genevieve Jack, Thea Harrison, Stacey Kennedy, Julie Plec, Josh Lanyon, S.E. Smith, Gena Showalter, Mande Matthews, Caroline Mickelson, Nora Roberts, Kim Richardson, C.J. Archer, Jana Deleon, Darynda Jones, Cynthia St. Aubin, Elizabeth Hunter, Mandy M. Roth, V. Vaughn, Eva Chase, K.F. Breene, Dannika Dark, Ilona Andrews, Robyn Peterman, Tricia O'Malley, Ellen Dugan, Victoria Danann, Heloise Hull

Autumn Magic
Autumn Magic

Author: T.M. Cromer

Publisher: Fae Press

Published: 2018-06-19

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 0997532270

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One powerful witch. One warlock in training. One failed relationship between them. An old enemy knocking at the door. What could possibly go wrong? Autumn Thorne believed she discovered the perfect love. Yet the moment she revealed she was a witch, her relationship went to hell in a handbasket. Nearly a decade later, in an ironic twist of fate, the man who shunned her shows up on her doorstep and asks for her help to develop his own latent powers. For the better part of nine years, Keaton Carlyle has tried to forget the one woman whose very touch made him burn with uncontrollable desire. Now, left with no choice, he must seek her out to master the magic building within. But the more time Keaton spends with Autumn, the more he realizes his old feelings for her have never truly been extinguished and the flames blaze hotter than ever. When Autumn sets off on a mission to uncover an ancient artifact crucial to saving her mother, Keaton is hot on her heels, determined to make up for the wrongs of the past and rescue Autumn from the clutches of the madman holding her hostage. Faced with life or death, they must learn to work together. But can Autumn ever again trust the man who so cruelly betrayed her? * Recommended for 18 years or above due to adult language and content. Topics: new adult paranormal romance, witches, magic, witch romance series, romance saga, romantic suspense, series starter, first in series, romance series, romance saga, romantic family saga, new release, witch romance with sex, comedy, romance ebook, romance series, top romance reads, bestselling, award winning romance, fantasy romance, urban fantasy, magical realism, paranormal elements, contemporary fantasy, HEA, love, strong heroine, alpha hero, family, sexy hero, steamy romance, emotional romance, new adult paranormal romance, romance fiction, top ebooks in romance, top ebooks in paranormal, romance books, romance, paranormal romance witches, series, tm cromer, t.m. cromer books, t.m. cromer witches, Perfect for fans of Deanna Chase, Eve Langlais, Alisa Woods, Christine Feehan, Charlaine Harris, Deborah Harkness, W.J. May, Madeline Freeman, Kristen Middleton, Mac Flynn, Genevieve Jack, Thea Harrison, Stacey Kennedy, Julie Plec, Josh Lanyon, S.E. Smith, Gena Showalter, Mande Matthews, Caroline Mickelson, Nora Roberts, Kim Richardson, C.J. Archer, Jana Deleon, Darynda Jones, Cynthia St. Aubin, Elizabeth Hunter, Mandy M. Roth, V. Vaughn, Eva Chase, K.F. Breene, Dannika Dark, Ilona Andrews, Robyn Peterman, Tricia O'Malley, Ellen Dugan, Victoria Danann, Heloise Hull

The Oxford Dictionary of American Art and Artists
The Oxford Dictionary of American Art and Artists

Author: Ann Lee Morgan

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 554

ISBN-13: 0195373219

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In this dictionary of American art, 945 alphabetically arranged entries cover painters, sculptors, graphic artists, photographers, printmakers, and contemporary hybrid artists, along with important aspects of the cultural infrastructure.

Adobe Fireworks CS6 Classroom in a Book
Adobe Fireworks CS6 Classroom in a Book

Author: Adobe Creative Team

Publisher: Adobe Press

Published: 2012-06-07

Total Pages: 373

ISBN-13: 0133005461

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Those creative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Fireworks choose Adobe Fireworks CS6 Classroom in a Book from the Adobe Creative Team. The 14 project-based lessons in this book show readers step-by-step the key techniques for working in Fireworks. Readers will learn what they need to know to design and mock up Web pages or interfaces for rich Internet applications or tablet apps. In addition readers will learn how to demo a design for a client in real time, export the design as an interactive PDF, and export vector design elements as CSS3-only markup for use in websites. This edition, fully revised for CS6, covers CSS extraction using the CSS Properties panel, jQuery Mobile skinning, and sprite creation. It also includes instruction on working with the Styles panel and several new enhancements to the Properties panel, including the new color selection and gradient editing features. The companion DVD includes lesson files so readers can work along with the book. “The Classroom in a Book series is by far the best training material on the market. Everything you need to master the software is included: clear explanations of each lesson, step-by-step instructions, and the project files for the students.” —Barbara Binder, Adobe Certified Instructor, Rocky Mountain Training Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, helps you learn the features of Adobe software quickly and easily. Classroom in a Book offers what no other book or training program does—an official training series from Adobe Systems Incorporated, developed with the support of Adobe product experts.