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My Swordhand is Singing
by Marcus SedgwickAn original interpretation of the timelessly fascinating vampire myth, and a story of father and son, by award-winning author Marcus Sedgwick. Winner of the Booktrust Teenage Prize and shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.In the bitter cold of an unrelenting winter, Tomas and his son, Peter, arrive in Chust. Despite the villagers' lack of hospitality, they settle there as woodcutters. But there are many things Peter does not understand. Why does Tomas dig a channel of fast-flowing waters around their hut so they live on an isolated island? Why does Tomas carry a long battered box everywhere they go - and refuse to tell Peter of its contents?When a band of gypsies comes to the village, Peter's drab existence is turned upside down. He is infatuated by the beautiful gypsy princess, Sofia, and intoxicated by her community's love of life. He even becomes drawn into their deadly quest - for these travellers are Vampire Slayers, and Chust is a community to which the dead return to wreak revenge on the living. Stylishly written and set in the forbidding and remote landscapes of the 17th century, this is a story of a father and his son, of loss, redemption and resolution.
My Swordhand is Singing
by Marcus SedgwickAn original interpretation of the timelessly fascinating vampire myth, and a story of father and son, by award-winning author Marcus Sedgwick. Winner of the Booktrust Teenage Prize and shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.In the bitter cold of an unrelenting winter, Tomas and his son, Peter, arrive in Chust. Despite the villagers' lack of hospitality, they settle there as woodcutters. But there are many things Peter does not understand. Why does Tomas dig a channel of fast-flowing waters around their hut so they live on an isolated island? Why does Tomas carry a long battered box everywhere they go - and refuse to tell Peter of its contents?When a band of gypsies comes to the village, Peter's drab existence is turned upside down. He is infatuated by the beautiful gypsy princess, Sofia, and intoxicated by her community's love of life. He even becomes drawn into their deadly quest - for these travellers are Vampire Slayers, and Chust is a community to which the dead return to wreak revenge on the living. Stylishly written and set in the forbidding and remote landscapes of the 17th century, this is a story of a father and his son, of loss, redemption and resolution.
My Teacher Ate My Brain (EDGE: A Rivets Short Story #7)
by Tommy DonbavandMiss Edwards had always been good looking - the type of teacher fancied by older students and male staff alike. Her long, blonde hair always had that 'just been washed' look to it, and she smelled like a spring day - all honey and strawberries. Miss Edwards didn't smell of strawberries any more. She smelled of rotten meat. Of terror. Of death.This title is published by Franklin Watts EDGE, which produces a range of booksto get children reading with confidence. EDGE - for books children can't put down.
My Teacher The Ghost (Tremors #96)
by Emma FischelThese ghostly adventures and spine-chilling stories are great for reads for reluctant readers. Written by well-known authors and illustrated by much-loved illustrators, this series will appeal to boys and girls.
My Teacher The Ghost: Tremors
by Emma FischelThese ghostly adventures and spine-chilling stories are great for reads for reluctant readers. Written by well-known authors and illustrated by much-loved illustrators, this series will appeal to boys and girls.
My War
by Peter Kuper Szegedi Szuts"In their passionate intensity these drawings are as emotionally poignant as the very best war work that Paul Nash or Nevinson ever produced, while technically the broad lines and heavy blacks of Mr. Szüts have a sledge-hammer mastery which is more akin to the work of Forain and Steinlen."-The Sunday Times (London).The pen, ink, and wash images of this graphic novel speak louder than words in relating a soldier's experiences during World War I. My War, a dramatic narrative by Hungarian veteran Szegedi Szüts, portrays the tragedy of wartime life on the battlefield as well as on the home front. With pathos and grim humor, more than 200 images trace a young recruit's progress from initial enthusiasm to ultimate disillusionment. Includes new Foreword by Peter Kuper. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
My Weird School Special: It's Halloween, I'm Turning Green! (My Weird School Special)
by Dan GutmanWith more than 29 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!In this Weird School Special, It’s Halloween, I’m Turning Green!, A.J. and the gang from the My Weird School series are ready for one of their favorite holidays! It’s Halloween, and you know what that means! Candy! Costumes! More candy! What would happen if a kid ate a million hundred pounds of chocolate in one night? One thing’s for sure—when A.J. and his friends from Ella Mentry School go trick-or-treating, it will be a Halloween to remember. Bestselling author Dan Gutman brings his wacky, kid-friendly sense of humor to this all-new series of holiday adventures. With hilarious illustrations by Jim Paillot, plus My Weird School trivia and Halloween-themed games, facts, and puzzles, this is one weird Halloween special you don’t want to miss!
My Work Is Not Yet Done
by Thomas LigottiWhen junior manager Frank Dominio is suddenly demoted and then sacked it seems there was more than a grain of truth to his persecution fantasies. But as he prepares to even the score with those responsible for his demise, he unwittingly finds an ally in a dark and malevolent force that grants him supernatural powers. Frank takes his revenge in the most ghastly ways imaginable - but there will be a terrible price to pay once his work is done.Destined to be a cult classic, this tale of corporate horror and demonic retribution will strike a chord with anyone who has ever been disgruntled at work.
My Zombie Hamster
by Havelock McCreelyA laugh-out-loud funny middle-grade debut with a scary twist, My Zombie Hamster will appeal to readers who like their animal stories mixed with chills. Matt Hunter is looking forward to Christmas—actually, he's looking forward to receiving the latest sword-and-fantasy video game. But Matt's parents have other thoughts—they give him a fluffy little hamster called Snuffles. But the hamster isn't all that cute, especially after part of its cheek and belly fall off. And why is it staring at Matt with black beady eyes and a lean and hungry look? Say hello to Anti-Snuffles, the zombie hamster! Or better yet, run!
Myles and the Monster Outside: Weird Stories Gone Wrong
by Philippa Dowding2017 Silver Birch Express Award Honour Book • 2017 Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award — Shortlisted • 2017 Diamond Willow Award — Shortlisted The second instalment in a series of scary tall tales from acclaimed children’s novelist Philippa Dowding. I will never leave this car, the back seat reeks of everything my little brother has ever eaten, and that thing is still out there … Myles and his family have been driving for four days. It’s their final night on the road, but Myles knows they will never arrive at their new house. It will never stop raining. And even if they do get there (which is doubtful), he knows he will never have friends again. He also knows that something is following them in the dark, rainy fields outside their car. Something monstrous. Once the monster arrives, things go very wrong. Myles and his family get lost, their car keeps breaking down, and a strange old man and his dog turn up, again and again. Then things get really weird. Myles is pretty sure it’s all his fault: he’s the only one who can see the monster. He’s the only one who can hear the monster. And hardest of all? He’s the only one who can make it go away.
Myrrh
by Polly HallA woman searching for her birth-parents unlocks the secrets of her horrific past, as she tries to stop the goblin within in this kaleidoscopic dark psychological horror about identity and belonging, with a dread-inducing climax you will never forget. Perfect for fans of Eric LaRocca, Daphne du Maurier and Catriona Ward.Myrrh has a goblin inside her, a voice in her head that tells her all the things she&’s done wrong, that berates her and drags her down. Desperately searching for her birth-parents across dilapidated seaside towns in the South coast of England, she finds herself silenced and cut off at every step.Cayenne is trapped in a loveless marriage, the distance between her and her husband growing further and further each day. Longing for a child, she has visions promising her a baby.As Myrrh&’s frustrations grow, the goblin in her grows louder and louder, threatening to tear apart the few relationships she holds dear and destroy everything around her. When Cayenne finds her husband growing closer to his daughter – Cayenne's stepdaughter – and pushing her further out of his life, she makes a decision that sends her into a terrible spiral.The stories of these women will unlock a past filled with dark secrets and strange connections, all leading to an unforgettable, horrific climax.
Mystere Parish: Family Inheritance Complete Collection
by Jana DeLeonFrom New York Times bestselling author Jana DeLeon, long-lost sisters return home to Mystere Parish to claim their inheritance…and need the help of three brave heroes to keep the bayou from also claiming their lives…The AccusedAfter working as a cop in New Orleans, Carter Trahan is back in Mystere Parish, where his latest assignment is to make sure Alaina LeBeau lives in her childhood home for two weeks to comply with her mother&’s will. But someone—or something—is stalking the beautiful defense lawyer, and soon their red hot attraction will threaten whatever is lurking in the bayou.The BetrayedOne day on the job and contractor Zach Sargent is ready to believe the dilapidated old LeBeau mansion is haunted. Some intruder—earthly or not—is threatening the youngest LeBeau sister, back to claim her inheritance. Both have returned home in need of answers to troubling questions about the LeBeau family past. But Zach can&’t let his attraction to her stop his search…or else a decades-old evil will claim a new victim. The Reunion Bodyguard Tyler Duhan has heard—and dismissed—the gossip about the haunted old LeBeau mansion and its "cursed" heiresses. Now the middle sibling—headstrong Joelle—has arrived to comply with her mother's will and reunite with her long-lost sisters. As her protector, it&’s his job to keep her safe. But he can't deny his feelings for the southern beauty. Even though falling for Joelle could be a fatal mistake—for them both.
Mysteries of the Adda: An Inquiry on Paranormal Activities
by Gwen Simmons Alessandro ValsecchiStrange apparitions, sound of chains and mournful cries: is it really ghosts? Some believe that in certain places the spirits of those who suffered a violent death still reside while and others think that these are just stories to scare children with. Yet it doesn't matter whether you believe or not: the author's reports on the mysteries of the Adda will make you explore a gray area that has always held an esoteric charm. In his book, Alessandro Valsecchi, amateur reporter of ghost-infested places, tells his story after collecting legends, anecdotes, and testimonies as well as visiting and photographing two places shrouded in mystery: the Cemetery of Crespi d'Adda and the Visconti Castle of Trezzo, home to the cruel Bernabò Visconti. The summoning of creatures that take place in the sinister mausoleum of the cemetery and the moans of the dead wandering in the dark dungeons of the castle will take you on a thrilling tour. Are you ready to believe? The reports are accompanied by numerous and detailed color photographs.
Mysterious Marie Laveau, Voodoo Queen: And Folk Tales Along The Mississippi
by Raymond J. MartinezRaymond J. Martinez’ book on legends, lore, and unvarnished truths surrounding New Orleans’ most famous Voodoo mistress also features other tales from surrounding parishes of days long gone by, an illustrated guide to palm-reading, humorous asides, and over 30 fascinating drawings and images.In addition to facts and folklore about Laveau, including revealing research into some debunked myths and unanswered questions, the book offers entertaining stories of her life and the people around the New Orleans area.
Mystery (Blue Rose Trilogy #2)
by Peter StraubMYSTERY. Tom Pasmore, ten years old, survives a near fatal accident. During his long recovery, he becomes obsessed with an unsolved murder and finds he has clues to solving it that he shouldn't. Lamont von Heilitz has spent his life solving mysteries, until he wanted to know nothing more of the terror of life and the horror of death. When a new murder disrupts their world of wealth, power, and pleasure, the two must form an unlikely partnership to confront demons from the past and the dark secrets that still haunt the present.
Mystery Lights
by Lena Valencia“Delicious”—The Los Angeles Times “Full of menace and delight.”—Kelly Link, author of The Book of Love Introducing an electrifying new voice in contemporary fiction that illuminates the many forces that haunt us. An influencer attempts to derail a viral TV marketing campaign with her violent cult following. A marriage between two ghost hunters is threatened when one of them loses her ability to see spirits. The lives of a famous painter in the twilight of her career and a teenage ufo enthusiast converge when a mysterious glowing orb appears in their small desert town. And a slasher-flick screenwriter looking for inspiration escapes a pack of wild dogs only to find herself locked in an suv with a strange man beside her. From the all-too-real horror of a sexual predator on a college campus to a lost sister transformed by cave-dwelling creatures, Lena Valencia’s debut story collection, Mystery Lights, grapples with terrors both familiar and fantastic.
Mystery Walk: Boy's Life, Mystery Walk, Gone South, And Usher's Passing
by Robert McCammonAn &“impressive&” tale of psychic power, Native American mysticism, and an ancient evil in Alabama, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Swan Song (Associated Press). Born and raised in rural Alabama, Billy Creekmore was destined to be a psychic. His mother, a Choctaw Indian schooled in her tribe&’s ancient mysticism, understands the permeable barrier between life and death—and can cross it. She taught the power to Billy and now he helps the dead rest in peace. Wayne Falconer, son of one of the most fervent tent evangelists in the South, travels the country serving his father&’s healing ministry. Using his unique powers to cure the flock, Little Wayne is on his way to becoming one of the popular and successful miracle workers in the country. He helps the living survive. Billy and Wayne share more than a gift. They share a dream—and a common enemy. They are on separate journeys, mystery walks that will lead them toward a crossroad where the evil of their dreams has taken shape. One of them will reject the dark. The other will be consumed by it. But neither imagined just how monstrous and far-reaching the dark was, or that mankind&’s fate would rest in their hands during an epic showdown of good versus evil. From the author of Gone South, Boy&’s Life, and the Matthew Corbett series, a master of suspense who has won the World Fantasy and Bram Stoker Awards, Mystery Walk offers &“creepy, subtle touches throughout [and] splendid Southern-town atmosphere&” (Kirkus Reviews).
Mystery and Suspense at the Cavendish Mansion
by Ana Cristina Rodrigues Gomes Waldon VolpiceliElizabeth is a 16 years old orphan, that receives unusual new: she is the only inheritor of a mansion, situated in the Amazonian Rain Forest, belonging to an English nobleman. Together with her friend Fisto, that hides a secret she will take over the fortune, she will get involved in a series of strange events, and she will discover that she is part of a great conspiracy about human greed, supernatural and mystery.
Mystery at Blackbeard's Cove
by Audrey PennThis rollicking tale magically combines an unruly group of youngsters, Black beard's ghost, secret tunnels, skeletons, hidden treasure, and a very mysterious inheritance.
Mystery at the Farm #23
by Felipe CorvoSchool holidays: what's better than enjoying these days in the middle of the woods, bathing in rivers and waterfalls, breathing “pure air”, so nonexistent in urban centers. Well, Mauricio, a typical city boy, overloaded with school tasks and technological things, can't wait to pack his backpack and leave for Santa Helena de Goiás, the address of Uncle Bebeto's farm. There, like so many other times he visited his cousin, he will experience new adventures, discoveries of puberty, only this time something unusual will change their lives forever.
Mystery of the Island Jewels
by Joyce A. StengelOn the search for an ancient treasure... On a cruise to the Caribbean, fourteenyearold Cassie Hartt hopes to reconnect with her father, who she hasn't seen since her parents' divorce. But spending time with her new stepmother and stepsister leaves her feeling like an outsider. So she's thrilled when she meets Charles. Not only is he a cute boy her own age, but he's on a mysterious mission. Charles is headed to Martinique to find an ancient silver statue that may be the cause of a curse on his family. Cassie can't resist a good mystery, so she decides to team up with Charles. But they aren't the only ones looking for the statue -- and the other interested parties will stop at nothing to get their hands on it....
Mythos Academy Bundle: First Frost, Touch of Frost, Kiss of Frost & Dark Frost (The Mythos Academy)
by Jennifer EstepFirst Frost: I am Gwen Frost, and I have a Gypsy gift. It's called psychometry - that's a fancy way of saying that I see images in my head and get flashes of other people's memories off almost everything I touch, even guys. My gift makes me kind of nosy. Okay, okay, maybe a lot nosy--to the point of obsession sometimes. I want to know everything about everyone around me. But even I don't want to know the secrets my friend Paige is hiding or the terrible loss that will send me to a new school - Mythos Academy, where the teachers aren't preparing us for the SATs, but to battle Reapers of Chaos. Now I have no friends and no idea how my gift fits in with all these warrior whiz kids. The only thing I do know is that my life is never, ever going to be the same. . . Touch of Frost: My name is Gwen Frost, and I go to Mythos Academy -- a school of myths, magic and warrior whiz kids, where even the lowliest geek knows how to chop off somebody's head with a sword and Logan Quinn, the hottest Spartan guy in school, also happens to be the deadliest. But lately, things have been weird, even for Mythos. First, mean girl Jasmine Ashton was murdered in the Library of Antiquities. Then, someone stole the Bowl of Tears, a magical artifact that can be used to bring about the second Chaos War. You know, death, destruction and lots of other bad, bad things. Freaky stuff like this goes on all the time at Mythos, but I'm determined to find out who killed Jasmine and why - especially since I should have been the one who died...Kiss of Frost Logan Quinn was trying to kill me. My Spartan classmate relentlessly pursued me, swinging his sword at me over and over again, the shining silver blade inching closer to my throat every time. A smile tugged up his lips, and his ice-blue eyes practically glowed with the thrill of battle. . .I'm Gwen Frost, a second-year warrior-in-training at Mythos Academy, and I have no idea how I'm going to survive the rest of the semester. One day, I'm getting schooled in swordplay by the guy who broke my heart--the drop-dead gorgeous Logan who slays me every time. Then, an invisible archer in the Library of Antiquities decides to use me for target practice. And now, I find out that someone at the academy is really a Reaper bad guy who wants me dead. I'm afraid if I don't learn how to live by the sword--with Logan's help--I just might die by the sword. . .Dark Frost: I've seen so many freaky things since I started attending Mythos Academy last fall. I know I'm supposed to be a fearless warrior, but most of the time, I feel like I'm just waiting for the next Bad, Bad Thing to happen. Like someone trying to kill me--again.Everyone at Mythos Academy knows me as Gwen Frost, the Gypsy girl who uses her psychometry magic to find lost objects--and who just may be dating Logan Quinn, the hottest guy in school. But I'm also the girl the Reapers of Chaos want dead in the worst way. The Reapers are the baddest of the bad, the people who murdered my mom. So why do they have it in for me? It turns out my mom hid a powerful artifact called the Helheim Dagger before she died. Now, the Reapers will do anything to get it back. They think I know where the dagger is hidden, but this is one thing I can't use my magic to find. All I do know is that the Reapers are coming for me--and I'm in for the fight of my life.find. All I do know is that the Reapers are coming for me--and I'm in for the fight of my life.
Máquina de pelo y sangre: Un romance desde el corazón del infierno.
by Terry M. West"Oscuro, sádico, retorcido, demente, perturbador, y con un final que se las trae. Ésta, amigos, es una obra maestra del horror..." - Joey's Horror Corner. "Entonces, ¿es una historia de amor? Si tienes en cuenta que el amor puede ser oscuro, retorcido, y violentamente vengativo, entonces ésta es una historia de romance que te gustará como a mí" - Stuart Anderson, UK Horrorscene. MÁQUINA DE PELO Y SANGRE es un pulp thriller noir. Es un romance desde el corazón del infierno. Johnny Brendan es un joven pueblerino recuperándose por la muerte de sus padres. Luego de sufrir un episodio psicótico, Johnny intenta rearmar su vida y recuperar su sanidad mental. En una feria de carnaval, conoce a Cleadosia, la Chica Gorila. Clea es hermosa pero distante y fría, y trae con ella sus propios secretos. Ella ve el oscuro potencial de Johnny y lo ayuda a liberarse de sus violentos demonios internos, dándoles rienda suelta por el pueblo.
NADA QUE PERDER Las aventuras del Capitán Nada
by Steve Vernon Gabriela Miranda GonzálezLo que la gente dice de Steve Vernon "Si Harlan Ellison, Richard Matheson y Robert Bloch hicieran un trio y tuvieran sexo salvaje en un jacuzzi, y luego un grupo de científicos fueran y filtraran esa agua y mezclaran el ADN restante en un tubo de ensayo, el experimento genético que resultaría seguramente crecería y se convertiría en Steve Vernon". – Bookgasm "Steve Vernon es como una anomalía en el mundo de la literatura de horror. Él es uno de los exponentes más recientes del género, a pesar de sus veinte años de trayectoria. Steve Vernon puede llevar a sus lectores a través de una gama completa de emociones al escribir con una arrogancia y confianza inusuales. Emociones que van desde el miedo absoluto y la repulsión hasta la compasión y la risa”. - Cemetery Dance "Armado con un extraño sentido del humor, una enorme cantidad de originalidad, el don para tomar riesgos y una gran comprensión para caracterizar a sus personajes, queda claro que Steve tiene talento”. - Dark Discoveries “Steve Vernon es un escritor muy difícil de catalogar. Y eso es muy bueno”. – Revista Dark Scribe. "Este género necesita sangre fresca y Steve Vernon es una tremenda transfusión". –Edward Lee, autor de Flesh Gothic y Ciudad Infernal. “Steve Vernon es uno de los mejores nuevos talentos en el horror y la ficción oscura" - Owl Goingback, autor de Crota. "Steve Vernon nació para escribir. Él es lo mejor y tenemos suerte de tenerlo". - Richard Chizmar
NON FATEVI VEDERE MAI PIU' - UN RACCONTO DELLA CONTEA DI SARDIS
by T. M. Bilderback Francesca MarrucciNON FATEVI VEDERE MAI PIU' - Un racconto della Contea di Sardis Tre adolescenti scoprono un portale aperto sull'Inferno nel seminterrato di un vecchio scorbutico. In questa ultimissima serie di T. M. Bilderback, ci viene presentata una nuova location: la Contea di Sardis. La Contea di Sardis è un posto unico, con personaggi coloriti e dalle abitudini semplici. Il maggiore centro della Contea è la città di Perry che offre tutte le solite cose che una piccola città può offrire. Una scuola superiore, una piazza, una stazione di Polizia, dei negozi. La Camera di Commercio diella Contea ha coniato uno slogan significativo: "La Contea di Sardis: dove sei TU a fare la magia!" Ma c'è anche altro in questa Contea. Qualcosa basato sulla magia vera e quel qualcosa è nel seminterrato di un vecchio scorbutico. Tre diplomandi adolescenti si stanno per confrontare con qualcosa che non si sarebbero mai sognati: un portale aperto sull'Inferno. E l'Inferno sta per fare visita alla Contea di Sardis. Quindi, date ascolto all'avertimento e da queste parti.... NON FATEVI VEDERE MAI PIU'.