Phillip Drake Books

Focusing on the Lapindo mudflow disaster, which began in 2006 and remains ongoing, the book examines how environmental crises are depicted in scientific and cultural contexts. It delves into the implications of this catastrophic event, highlighting its status as Indonesia's most costly disaster. By analyzing various representations, the author sheds light on the broader themes of disaster management, environmental responsibility, and societal impact, offering a critical perspective on the intersection of science and disaster narratives.

From the ashes of Cadia rise a new generation of heroes in this great Astra Millitarum book from Black Library.What does it mean to be Cadian after the Fall? Ursula Creed has come to terms with the loss of her home world. For decades she has built a glittering career in the furthest reaches of the Imperium, far from her legendary father's shadow. But when unexpected orders arrive from the Avenging Son himself, Roboute Guilliman, the new lord castellan realises that the past may not be ready to let her go. Dispatched into the shattered remains of Cadia in search of Ursarkar E. Creed's final battle plans, Ursula finds the planet a hellscape full of deadly secrets. What horrors claim Cadia's corpse as their domain? What became of those left behind? What orders did Creed leave for Cadia when all was lost? And, most troubling of all, how can she succeed where her illustrious father has already failed?

Fantastic Warhammer Crime anthology set in the sprawling metropolis of Varangantua! Baggit is the fast-talking ratling with an eye for the big score. Clodde is the ogryn with a heart of gold and a head full of dreams. These abhuman deserters turned criminals operating in the city of Varangantua have crossed the wrong man for the last time, and now they’re on the run… At least, that is, until Baggit learns of a score that could pay their debts and save their skins – the Wraithbone Phoenix, a fabled treasure rumoured to be hidden aboard a voidship recently scheduled for decommission. But Baggit and Clodde aren’t the only ones with eyes on the prize. When word gets out, every thief in the Dredge is going to be gunning for the Phoenix. Does Baggit have the cunning to find the treasure and get out alive, or will someone finally cash in the bounty on his head?

The Corona Book of Ghost Stories brings you the best in 21st century ghost stories. There have been plenty of books with old ghost stories from writers no longer with us, but with this book we’re bringing you something different—the best in new ghost stories, each one newly written for and set in the 21st century. For whatever your interest in the paranormal, we all love a good ghost story and this collection brings you 16 of the best from the most talented new writers—especially selected for this book from hundreds of stories worldwide.From a reservoir in Scotland to an opulent Italian hotel to a drab apartment block in New York State, ghosts are everywhere. Dip your toe, if you dare, and find out what lies beneath the covers. You’ll find the dead reaching out from the past for help as well as those with vengeance on their mind. And there’s always the one who doesn’t even realise they’re dead… It’s a collection of modern paranormal fiction at its spine-chilling best—a must read not only for fans of horror but anyone who loves a good ghost story.