In this ninth installment of Sukhinov's spectacular Emerald City saga, Almar, crushed by the defeat suffered by the Magic Land forces in Book 7, makes a perilous excursion around the Underground Kingdom,seeking information and his enslaved father, and he makes a new ally. Meanwhile, Ellie and her friends make an idyllic trip of their own through another plane of existence and meet up with Torn himself.
For decades, John Shirley has been a leading author of weird fiction, with an impressively wide range. His work stretches from science fiction to supernatural horror to psychological terror and everything in between. Here, in two new and unpublished works, Shirley ventures into the realm of fantasy. The short novel A Sorcerer of Atlantis introduces us to two adventurers, Brimm and Snoori, who find themselves in Atlantis, battling an array of bizarre monsters in the company of the warrior princess Selinn of Ur. But as Brinn becomes intimate with Maitha, the Queen of Atlantis, he senses that more baleful creatures threaten the continent, including the menacing "People of the Deep," foreshadowing Atlantis's imminent doom. In the novella "A Prince in the Kingdom of Ghosts," Korean-American Kerrin Kim, shattered by his father's death, is himself murdered-and finds himself in an afterlife realm where he must assume the responsibilities of a prince in a land of ghosts, elemental spirits, and other supernatural threats. In this pair of tales, written in the tradition of Robert E. Howard, H. P. Lovecraft, Fritz Leiber, and Jack Vance, John Shirley reveals an exuberant imagination, a skill at portraying vivid and memorable characters, and a narrative pace that carries the reader on from beginning to end with breathless excitement. Chilling terror mixes with wry humor as Shirley makes his fantasy worlds inescapably real.
In a meteoric career that spanned a mere twelve years, Robert E. Howard single-handedly invented the genre that came to be called sword and sorcery. From his fertile imagination sprang some of fiction’s most enduring heroes. Yet while Conan is indisputably Howard’s greatest creation, it was in his earlier sequence of tales featuring Kull, a fearless warrior with the brooding intellect of a philosopher, that Howard began to develop the distinctive themes, and the richly evocative blend of history and mythology, that would distinguish his later tales of the Hyborian Age. Much more than simply the prototype for Conan, Kull is a fascinating character in his own right: an exile from fabled Atlantis who wins the crown of Valusia, only to find it as much a burden as a prize. This groundbreaking collection, lavishly illustrated by award-winning artist Justin Sweet, gathers together all Howard’s stories featuring Kull, from Kull’ s first published appearance, in “The Shadow Kingdom,” to “Kings of the Night,” Howard’ s last tale featuring the cerebral swordsman. The stories are presented just as Howard wrote them, with all subsequent editorial emendations removed. Also included are previously unpublished stories, drafts, and fragments, plus extensive notes on the texts, an introduction by Howard authority Steve Tompkins, and an essay by noted editor Patrice Louinet. Praise for Kull “Robert E. Howard had a gritty, vibrant style–broadsword writing that cut its way to the heart, with heroes who are truly larger than life.”—David Gemmell “Howard’s writing seems so highly charged with energy that it nearly gives off sparks.”—Stephen King “Howard was a true storyteller–one of the first, and certainly among the best, you’ll find in heroic fantasy. If you’ve never read him before, you’ re in for a real treat.”—Charles de Lint “For stark, living fear . . . what other writer is even in the running with Robert E. Howard?”—H. P. Lovecraft
This alphabetical reference guide offers in-depth information on topics, terminology, and key figures from the history of sorcery and magic. Sorcery—the art of manipulating the supernatural forces that control the universe—has a long, rich, and fascinating legacy reaching back to ancient times. Any student or practitioner of this strange art will need a roadmap to its unique vocabulary and secret history. Drawn together from many different sources and presented in this book in simple terms are thousands of fascinating items relating to sorcery. Entries are arranged alphabetically and cross-indexed to provide ready access to the wide variety of materials associated with sorcery. Sorcery, as used in this book, embraces the precepts and practices through which men and women have sought to manipulate their universe.
Swords and Sorcery clash with riveting results in these four classic stories! "[A] pomegranate writer: popping with seeds—full of ideas." —Ray Bradbury When Robert E. Howard died in 1936, some of the greatest science-fiction and fantasy writers stepped into the void to pen amazing tales of swords and sorcery. Weird Tales published these four stories by iconic author Henry Kuttner, perfect for fans of Conan the Barbarian, and vital for every fantasy reader. Depicting a brutal world of swords and magic, with a hint of the Lovecraft mythos, Kuttner unleashes four tales as vital in today’s Game of Thrones world as they were when they first published. These stories include: Thunder In the Dawn The Spawn Of Dagon Beyond The Phoenix Dragon Moon
The House of Cthulhu is classic Lovecraftian horror from one of the masters of the form, British Fantasy Award-winner Brian Lumley. Readers are introduced to the weird and wonderful world of Theem'hdra, an island continent of wonders and terrors, where brave men die terrifying deaths, awe-inspiring sorcerers hurl powerful magic at each other, and monsters abound. The volcanic eruption that created the island of Surtsey in 1967 also revealed a long hidden cache of documents that told the fantastic history of Theem'hdra as written by the sorcerer Teh Atht. Building on translations begun by the scholar Thelred Gustau-who vanished under mysterious, some say magical, circumstances-Brian Lumley brings the saga of the Primal Land to readers of today. Here, the wizard Mylarkhrion-most powerful of the terrible magicians who walked the earth in those long-ago days-battles sorcerers jealous of his knowledge, power, and wealth. His own apprentice, thinking he knows all of his master's secrets, challenges him-but Mylarkhrion has one final trick up his sleeve . . . . When the assassin Humbuss Ank, who specializes in killing wizards, makes Mylarkhrion his target, he avoids or destroys nearly all of the sorcerer's traps, forcing Mylarkhrion to a final, desperate gamble for survival. But even Mylarkhrion has a weakness, a lust for power that drives him to summon the Great One, Cthulhu, and so call doom upon himself! The fabled riches of the House of Cthulhu draw thieves and warriors from throughout the civilized-and uncivilized lands, but none escape with so much as a single gemstone, for they discover that Cthulhu's House is not a temple but a dwelling-place. Surely the Elder God lives there still, waiting for an unwary person to open the portal between his world and ours . . . . At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
In this fourth episode of Sergei Sukhinov's monumental Emerald City sage, young hero Almar and his companions set out on a quest to find Torn's Sword, which will be essential in the coming struggle with the evil Pakir. But Pakir wants that weapon himself, and he sends out newcomer Donald on a quest of his own, at the head of the Dark Contingent. Which side will win this competition will keep the reader guessing right up to the last page.
Born of wood, cloth, and a substantial dose of magic, Velsa is a Fanarlem, a beautiful artificial girl. Raised to be a concubine, she has seen her friends at the House of Perfumed Ribbons sold off to be the pets of wealthy men. Now her own dreaded day has come. Grau Thanneau is a kind and handsome sorcerer who expects to own a spectacular piece of spellwork - he doesn't realize that everything he has been told about Fanarlem is a lie. Velsa is not a dull-witted doll, but an intelligent and luminous soul who captivates his heart. Neither of them expected to fall in love, in a land where the law will never recognize her as his equal. When Grau brings Velsa with him as he serves in the border patrol, they encounter odd magic sent from the High Sorcerer's palace - or is it magic at all? War is brewing, and with it, the winds of opportunity. Velsa has powers of her own, powers no Fanarlem girl should have, but when the enemy attacks, she might be the only one who can stand against them. The Sorcerer's Concubine is a romantic fantasy with epic world-building, moderate steam, and a love story that will stand against all odds, plus a dragon or two.
Atlantis illuminates the Star Beings and Earth's Ancient History. A magical history ingrained in your deepest consciousness, in your myths and mysteries. For many of you, the story will explain your innermost feelings, longings, reveries and dreams. For some of you, it may evoke a profound and beautiful dEjA vu. Discover the secret teachings of the star beings. For the optimal experience, read Atlantis after completing The Fractal Key. Stephen Shaw is a Spiritual Teacher and Author. His books and seminars aim to raise individual consciousness and contribute to spiritual awakening. Stephen has travelled across the world, encountering African, Peruvian and Mexican shamans, Bhutanese monks, global enlightened masters, sensual tantrikas and divine healers. All this has culminated in radical personal transformation, highest spiritual teachings, access to the multi-dimensions, and immersion in the Light. Stephen Shaw's mystical books reveal the secrets for deep love, profound healing, joyful living and spiritual transcendence. Visit the website: www.i-am-stephen-shaw.com Excerpt of Customer Reviews (from Amazon USA book page): -Wow, I loved this book!! A gorgeous revelation of our ancient past. It released the truth concealed inside my soul. This is a fantastic deeply layered story with numerous hidden gems. It made me feel so joyful!! This is by far the best book on Atlantis that I have ever read.- -Probably the most astonishing Stephen Shaw book. A work of mastery, true connection and exceptional intelligence that transcribes Planet Earth's History around the Atlantis project and the Star Beings' imprint. It details global myths, stories from different civilisations, and unveils their common stellar origins. It teaches precious spiritual practices, elaborates on the various galactic races, precisely narrates fascinating geographical and historical events, and brings to light our hidden collective memories. It answers all the questions about the Above and the Below. And invites you Home. Get ready for a life upgrade!- -Atlantis unveils the truth about Earth's ancient civilisations ... the involvement of benevolent and depraved 'gods' ... the evolution of humankind ... and the advanced mystical teachings shared across the planet. This fascinating book includes scientific and archaeological references, enchanting biographies of individual star beings, and a riveting exposition of an era existing for thousands of years. Absolutely brilliant must-read spiritual book.- -Terrific culmination to a series of books created to enlighten the soul and deeply penetrate the heart. Cosmic origins have been a growing theme in this author's works, and this particular edition ties together a sacred, interstellar history with the evolution of the world as we know it. This book tells our past, builds a bridge into the future, and centers us in our hidden identities and conscious reasoning behind taking the journey in the first place. A highly recommended read for all truth seekers and Children of the Light!- -Atlantis is an awesome book that answers so many intriguing questions. Powerful star beings, magical crystals, advanced humans, higher teachings, resplendent empires, and tumultuous cataclysms. Weaves together cosmic knowledge, mysticism and science into a captivating story. Highly recommended spiritual reading!-
He lives on the 13th floor of New YorkÕs Carney Hall Building, crammed into a tiny room filled with memorabilia. He makes a living scamming tourists at three-card monte and chess and makes his friends among the denizens of Washington Square Park and the Lower East Side. HeÕs ARION THE IMMORTAL, once the most powerful sorcerer of them all, not to mention the king of the world. But now heÕs just another old man in the streets of the city, taking his pleasure in the company of young Amanda and delighting in shortchanging his archnemesis, the Lord of Chaos, now a deli owner on the Lower East Side. Yep, the ImmortalÕs life was pretty quiet and complete...until Darkworld fell asleep again, to dream the Dream that gave birth to Atlantean magic, forcing the Immortal to leave the quiet of his present existence and take up the mantle of the old days.
