Once Was Willem
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Mike Carey is an acclaimed writer celebrated for his contributions to the comic book medium. His narratives often delve into darker themes and complex moral quandaries. Carey's style is characterized by a profound insight into the human psyche, crafting compelling and thought-provoking stories.
'A masterpiece of medieval dark fiction'
Set against a backdrop of medieval darkness, this novel intricately weaves themes of survival, morality, and the human condition. The story delves into the lives of its characters, exploring their struggles and triumphs in a world filled with peril and uncertainty. Rich in atmosphere and vivid imagery, it captures the essence of a time marked by both brutality and beauty, making it a compelling read for fans of dark fiction.
Struggling with the shadow of his father's successful boy-wizard novels, Tom Taylor faces a scandal that suggests he may be more than just a fictional inspiration. As he becomes the target of a secretive and dangerous group that has monitored him throughout his life, Tom embarks on a globe-trotting journey. His quest is not only to uncover the truth about his origins but also to navigate the blurred lines between fiction and reality, exploring historical sites where stories have influenced the world.
Written by the region's foremost seabird specialist, this fully updated and expanded edition covers all seabird species found along the southern African coastline and the Southern Ocean. A new section on flying fish and squid encountered in these waters adds further interest. An essential guide for the region.
"Most books on leadership focus on how to inspire, influence, and direct others. However, you may be missing a key ingredient in your leadership training--how to lead you! This book will help you focus on those areas of life that affect your leadership, and enable you to grow into a compelling and effective leader others will want to follow. You will learn: The importance of carefully defining "success," How to determine what you think of yourself, and how to move forward, How to identify and change conditioning, How to find your purpose, vision, and mission, Ways of effectively aligning life's many priorities in proper order, And much more. Discover the secrets of leading yourself and, in turn, how to influence others for the benefit of all" --Back cover
A chilling anthology of 18 stories about the terrifying fears of isolation, from the modern masters of horror. Featuring Tim Lebbon, Paul Tremblay, Joe R. Lansdale, M.R. Carey, Ken Liu and many more.
The collection features twenty-six standout science fiction stories from 2020, curated by editor Donna Scott. Each tale explores diverse themes such as heroism, loss, and wonder, showcasing a range of voices and styles from various authors. This anthology highlights the richness of contemporary sci-fi, offering readers a glimpse into imaginative worlds and thought-provoking narratives.
What secrets does the dollhouse hold? On Alice's sixth birthday, she got the gift she didn't know she always wanted: a big, beautiful 19th- century dollhouse, complete with a family of antique dolls. In no time at all, the dollhouse isn't just Alice's favorite toy...it's her whole world. And soon young Alice learns she can magically enter the house to visit a new group of friends, straight out of a heartwarming children's novel: the Dollhouse family. But in the real world, her family life is much darker...and deep within the Dollhouse's twisting halls, the Black Room waits, with an offer to Alice. The house can fix all this, the room says. All she has to do is say the words... From writer M.R. Carey (The Girl with All the Gifts, Lucifer) comes The Dollhouse Family, from the smash-hit lineup of the Hill House Comics library. Featuring riveting artwork by Peter Gross (The Books of Magic) and Vince Locke (A History of Violence), this chilling collection features The Dollhouse Family #1-6.