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Jinx
by Brian Michael BendisBrian Michael Bendis, the New York Times bestselling, Peabody and multi-Eisner award-winning co-creator of Miles Morales, Naomi, Jessica Jones, and POWERS tells a modern noir tale of crime, greed, and double cross.A female bail agent, a low-level confidence man and his loose-cannon sidekick form an unlikely alliance to track down the ultimate score—a hidden stash of life-altering, untraceable mob cash.For this hard-luck trio, however, the old saying "more money, more problems" will prove to be disturbingly prophetic.This innovative crime story is part of a remarkable run of groundbreaking black-and-white graphic novels that launched Bendis&’ legendary career.Collecting all of the original Jinx issues published by Caliber Press and Image Comics, this comprehensive trade paperback edition features an introduction by acclaimed comics creator David Mack and includes more than 60 pages of behind-the-scenes bonus material!
Jinx
by Meg CabotIt's not easy being Jinx. Jean Honeychurch hates her boring name (not Jean Marie, or Jeanette, just . . . Jean). What's worse? Her all-too-appropriate nickname, Jinx. Misfortune seems to follow her everywhere she goes—even to New York City, where Jinx has moved to get away from the huge mess she caused in her small hometown. Her aunt and uncle welcome her to their Manhattan town house, but her beautiful cousin Tory isn't so thrilled. . . . In fact, Tory is hiding a dangerous secret—one that could put them all in danger. Soon Jinx realizes it isn't just bad luck she's been running from . . . and that the curse she has lived under since the day she was born may be the only thing that can save her life.
Jinx (Jinx #1)
by Sage BlackwoodThe highly acclaimed first book of a fantasy adventure series set in a mysterious forest, starring a daring new hero."Readers will thrill to journey with Jinx" (SLJ, starred review), a wizard's apprentice, as he sets off on a quest through the dangerous Urwald, a magical forest full of wizards and were-creatures, and discovers that it is more complex than he could imagine, and that it needs him more than he could ever guess.This humorous and smart tween fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Septimus Heap, The Sisters Grimm, and Fablehaven.Supports the Common Core State Standards
Jinx High (Diana Tregarde #3)
by Mercedes LackeyTeenage passion meets centuries-old magic ... Prom night is going to be hell! Diane Tregarde hadn't expected to find a malevolent combo of sex and blood magic at Tulsa's Jenks High.
Jinx on a Terran Inheritance
by Brian DaleyA minor bureaucrat inherits an interstellar spaceship, but no one told him how to find the ship, other people want it, and they keep trying to murder him.
Jinx's Fire (Jinx #3)
by Sage BlackwoodThe young wizard Jinx concludes his suspenseful and dryly humorous adventures in the magical forest of the Urwald with this third installment in the series that ALA Booklist says “deserves a permanent place in the children’s fantasy pantheon, with Narnia and Earthsea” (Jinx's Magic, starred review). This action-packed conclusion is perfect for readers of fantasy adventure series such as Septimus Heap, the Sisters Grimm, and Fablehaven.The forest is under attack and its magic is fading. Can Jinx summon enough of his magic—the bright fire within him—to rescue Simon, defeat the Bonemaster, unite the Urwald, and fight off the invaders? He is the Urwald's only hope. . . .
Jinx's Magic (Jinx #2)
by Sage BlackwoodJinx's Magic is the second book in Sage Blackwood's highly acclaimed fantasy-adventure series, Jinx. This humorous and smart tween trilogy set in a magical forest is perfect for fans of Angie Sage's Septimus Heap, Michael Buckley's the Sisters Grimm, and Brandon Mull's Fablehaven."Readers will thrill to journey with Jinx" (Jinx, School Library Journal, starred review), a daring young wizard's apprentice, as he travels from his home in the Urwald to an unfamiliar desert land in search of ancient magic. He needs that magic badly—there are forces threatening the Urwald from all sides. The more he learns, however, the clearer it becomes that this quest will require more than the magic of a solitary wizard's apprentice, and soon he'll have to call upon all of the Urwald—witches, werewolves, wizards, and trees—for help.
Jinx's Magic: Book 2 (Jinx #2)
by Sage BlackwoodJinx can do brilliant magic and he is becoming better than his wizard master, Simon. But someone or something is slowly killing the deep forest that Jinx loves, and destroying his people as well. It's up to Jinx to save them, but he is still struggling to understand his gifts, and his powers come from the very forest that is being destroyed. Before long, Jinx realizes that the terrifying Bonemaster, with his equally brilliant magic, is involved. When the Bonemaster captures Simon, Jinx sets off on an adventure through the forest to protect all he holds dear, and to try to hold on to his own precious magic.
Jinx's fire: Book 3 (Jinx #3)
by Sage BlackwoodJinx has become the leader of the Urwald, and now the magical forest isunder attack. Jinx's people expect him to lead them into battle, but theterrifying Bonemaster is stealing Jinx's magic and has captured his wizard master,Simon Magus.Jinx must make a dangerous journey into the icy depths beneath the Glass Mountains, to rescue Simonand defeat the Bonemaster.Only then will he be able to unite the Urwald and fight off the invaders.He is theforest's only hope.Fire and ice, goodand evil, magic and knowledge: all collide in this action-packed conclusion tothe acclaimed Jinx trilogy.
Jinx: A Cursed Life (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Magdalene VisaggioJinx Holliday is a firecracker and a firestarter. Destruction always follows in her wake. And sometimes weirdos stop her and talk about her “destiny.” It’s all combined to create quite the aura of mystery around a 14-year-old girl who just wants some pizza rolls, and while her soul might belong to Satan, her heart belongs to the electric guitar. But one day, when Archie and company come looking for her help because Jughead is acting weird, Jinx and her BFF Danni embark on a mission to exorcize Jughead. It’s the two BFFs vs. Satan for the good of humanity—or at very least, for Jinx to just be free to be a normal 14-year-old girl who just happens to dabble in necromancy and rock ‘n’ roll.
Jinx: Book 1 (Jinx #1)
by Sage BlackwoodIt's not every day that your evil stepdad abandons you in the deep, dark forest of the Urwald. And it's not every day that a wizard rescues you from the clutches of gnarly trolls. But for Jinx, this isn't turning out to be a very normal sort of day... The bubbling cauldrons and coloured potions of the wizard's house are a world away from the life Jinx has left behind. Even the walls are soaked in magic, and it's not long before Jinx begins to unlock his own rare powers. But Simon Magus is no ordinary wizard. He seems to need something from Jinx - something dark. And Jinx begins to wonder: can he trust Simon... at all?
Jinxed (Jinxed #1)
by Amy McCullochThe Golden Compass meets the digital age! When a coding star enters an elite technology academy, she discovers a world of competition, intrigue, and family secrets—plus a robotic companion that isn't what it seems.Lacey Chu is a girl who codes. She has always dreamed of working as an engineer for MONCHA, the biggest tech firm in the world and the company behind the "baku"—a customizable "pet" with all the capabilities of a smartphone. But when Lacey is rejected by the elite academy that promises that future, she's crushed.One night, Lacey comes across the broken form of a highly advanced baku. After she repairs it, the cat-shaped baku she calls Jinx opens its eyes and somehow gets her into her dream school. But Jinx is different than any other baku she's ever seen…He seems real.As Lacey settles into life at school, competing with the best students in a battle of the bakus that tests her abilities, she learns that Jinx is part of a dangerous secret. Can Lacey hold on to Jinx and her dreams for the future?Jinxed is the perfect…middle grade book for girls who are passionate about codingsummer reading chapter book for kids 9-12science fiction book for kids 9-12engineer academy bookrobot book for kids"With a sharp eye toward the rising awareness of device addiction and a keen sense of wonder, McCulloch's tale is a feast for the imagination that celebrates women in STEM fields."—Publisher's Weekly, STARRED review"I raced through this book…a little bit Golden Compass and all adventure."—Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author
Jinxed by Love: 5 Paranormal Romances
by Charmaine RossThe course of true love never did run smooth, at least according to Shakespeare. See how spirits, demons, curses, and spells make for an even bumpier ride as these five couples find the courage to fight the odds stacked against their happy endings.Cursed: After years of her scientist father's abuse, Katia uses her genetically engineered "gift" to destroy the lab that has been her living hell...and wakes up one hundred years in the future. Can she trust the enigmatic Dr. Julius Freeman at her bedside? She'll have to learn to--only together can they face down their demons for any chance at happiness.Relentless Flame: Indebted killer Dante Blackstone has the world at his feet. Every vice, any desire, is his for the asking—until he finds the one person he cannot have: sweet healer Hannah Miller, the one woman who could bring about Dante's destruction.Sanctuary: When agent Logan Reed is assigned to investigate murdered empaths at a spiritual retreat, he finds himself knee-deep in secrets, snipers, and simmering sexual attraction to clairvoyant Sonny Blake. Then Sonny disappears--can he decipher the clues in time? Or will he lose this chance at love to a psychotic predator?A Demon Bewitched: The last time Claude Fortier fell for a woman, his father, Gulielmus, killed her. Nearly 200 years later, Claude's lover is back...sort of. Gail Colvard may have been born with his sweet Laurette's soul, but her new-and-improved incarnation is a witch who isn't taking any guff--not from him, and not from dear old Dad, either.The Bride's Curse: Three brides return a gorgeous vintage wedding dress to Kelly Andrew's Wedding Bliss store, claiming it's cursed, which is definitely bad for business. Then Brett Atwell, the handsome nephew of the dress's original owner, gets involved, and a mischievous spirit sends the two of them on a goose chase for a groom who went missing decades ago. Will love get its due at long last?Sensuality Level: Sensual
Jirel of Joiry (Golden Age Masterworks Ser.)
by C.L. MooreFor fans of Red Sonja and Xena the Warrior Princess, a collection of five fantasy stories starring a mighty and powerful female warrior. The 1930s heralded the arrival of C.L. Moore, one of the pioneering women writers of speculative fiction, and the appearance of fantasy&’s landmark female hero: Jirel of Joiry. With her red hair flowing, her yellow eyes glinting like embers, and her face streaked with blood, Jirel is strong, fearless, and driven by honor. Her legendary debut, Black God&’s Kiss, begins as her castle, Joiry, is overrun by invaders, but knowing that this is one battle she cannot fight, she summons her courage and cunning and descends into the castle&’s hidden reaches, where she crosses through a doorway into Hell itself…Jirel of Joiry collects the classic tales of blood and vengeance that secured C.L. Moore&’s place among legendary authors of sword and sorcery like Robert E. Howard and Edgar Rice Burroughs. Originally published in the magazine Weird Tales, Moore&’s fantastic tales of warriors, gods, and magic are defined by a fierce, romantic vision that helped define the genre, earning her the title of Grand Master for lifetime achievement by the World Fantasy Convention.Includes &“Black God&’s Kiss,&” &“Black God&’s Shadow,&” &“Jirel Meets Magic,&” &“The Dark Land,&” and &“Hellsgarde.&”&“One of the best authors of her era.... The stories are engaging and well written, and the central character, who is headstrong and passionate, is more than compelling…. Fans of eldritch horror and sinister gods…will find much to enjoy here.&”—Alan Brown, Tor.com
Jizzle
by John WyndhamA collection of short stories from the master author of THE DAY OF THE TRIFFIDS and THE MIDWICH CUCKOOS.Giselle is a very talented monkey, although she goes by the name Jizzle. She can draw incredible portraits, as lifelike as can be. But Jizzle isn't just a camera. Jizzle has feelings. And Jizzle can take revenge, when she wants . . .This collection combines fantasy, science fiction, and horror to delight, astound and unsettle you.STORIES INCLUDED:"Jizzle""Technical Slip""A Present from Brunswick""Chinese Puzzle""Esmeralda""How Do I Do?""Una""Affair of the Heart""Confidence Trick""The Wheel""Look Natural, Please!""Perforce to Dream""Reservation Deferred""Heaven Scent""More Spinned Against"
Joanna Russ (LOA #373): The Female Man / We Who Are About To . . . / On Strike Against God / The Complet e Alyx Stories / Other Stories
by Joanna RussRediscover one of America&’s best SF writers in a definitive hardcover edition gathering all her finest work together for the first timeA LGBTQIA+ pioneer joins the Library of America seriesAn incandescent stylist with a dark sense of humor and a provocative feminist edge, Joanna Russ upended every genre in which she worked. The essential novels and stories gathered in this definitive Library of America edition make a case for Russ not only as an astonishing writer of speculative fiction, but, in the words of Samuel Delany, &“one of the finest––and most necessary––writers of American fiction&” period. Here is her now-classic novel The Female Man (1975), in which four remarkable women––Jeannine, Janet, Joanna, and Jael––traverse alternate histories and parallel worlds (including the brilliantly imagined all-female utopia, Whileaway) in a multi-voiced, multidimensional voyage that continues to alter readers&’ sense of gender and reality.We Who Are About To … (1977), recounting the fate of a misfit band of space-tourists stranded on an alien world, challenges &“golden age&” expectations about civilization, in what becomes an allegorical thriller.In On Strike Against God (1980), her incisive, darkly comic, and ultimately joyous final novel, Russ returns to Earth to explore LGBTQIA+ and feminist themes and the unfamiliar territory of &“coming out&” and lesbian romance. Russ&’s &“Complete Alyx Stories&”––which feature her inimitably sly, resilient, and stone-cold heroine Alyx, who is plucked from a life of petty crime in ancient Phoenicia to serve as adventurer-for-hire for the Trans-Temporal Authority, and which reinvent the sword and sorcery genre for a postmodern era––are presented in their entirety here for the first time, and newly restored to print.Also included are her unforgettable tales &“When It Changed&” and &“Souls,&” the former a 1973 Nebula Award winner and the latter the recipient of the 1983 Hugo and Locus Awards.
Joanna Russ (Modern Masters of Science Fiction #42)
by Gwyneth JonesExperimental, strange, and unabashedly feminist, Joanna Russ's groundbreaking science fiction grew out of a belief that the genre was ideal for expressing radical thought. Her essays and criticism, meanwhile, helped shape the field and still exercise a powerful influence in both SF and feminist literary studies.Award-winning author and critic Gwyneth Jones offers a new appraisal of Russ's work and ideas. After years working in male-dominated SF, Russ emerged in the late 1960s with Alyx, the uber-capable can-do heroine at the heart of Picnic on Paradise and other popular stories and books. Soon, Russ's fearless embrace of gender politics and life as an out lesbian made her a target for male outrage while feminist classics like The Female Man and The Two of Them took SF in innovative new directions. Jones also delves into Russ's longtime work as a critic of figures as diverse as Lovecraft and Cather, her foundational place in feminist fandom, important essays like "Amor Vincit Foeminam," and her career in academia.
Joanna's Highlander: A Highland Protector Novel (Highland Protectors #2)
by Maeve GreysonPresent-day North Carolina sings with the passions of the Scottish Highlands as a fiery, time-traveling Celtic warrior takes a stubborn tour guide for a wild ride. Haunted by lost love, Grant MacDara still dreams of tenth-century Scotland. Nothing can soothe his aching heart—until a sharp-tongued, redheaded beauty leads a tour of senior citizens through his family’s North Carolina theme park, Highland Life and Legends. Though she’s the polar opposite of the lass he left behind, Joanna Martin is the most irresistible woman Grant has ever met. But when he decides that she’s worth the risk of loving again, he tries so hard to hold her close that she nearly slips through his fingers. Forced out of her job as a pharmaceutical sales rep by a conniving ex, Joanna is trying to make the best of her quiet new life. But one glimpse of Grant—who wields an ancient hammer like it’s just another appendage of his chiseled body—convinces Joanna not to give up on love. The one thing she can’t do is outrun her past as a loser magnet. And although Grant seems to be the last honorable man left on earth, this mouthwatering stud needs a crash course in twenty-first-century women before Joanna can trust him with her heart.
Joc de Trons (Cançó de gel i foc #Volumen 1)
by George R.R. MartinEl primer llibre de la sèrie «Cançó de gel i foc» inicia l'epopeia més gran de l'edat moderna. Reis i reines, cavallers i renegats, mentiders, senyors i homes honestos. Tots jugaran al Joc de Trons. Els estius s'allarguen durant dècades. L'hivern pot durar tota la vida. I la lluita pel Tron de Ferro ha començat. S'estén des del sud, on la calor engendra conspiracions, luxúria i intrigues, al vast i gèlid nord, on un mur de gel de set-cents peus d'alçada protegeix el regne de les forces de la foscor que es troben més enllà. El Joc de Trons.Guanyaràs o moriràs.
Jodie e la tessera della biblioteca (Le avventure di Jodie Broom #1)
by Julie HodgsonUn’appassionante avventura in giro per il tempo e per la storia. Vincitore del Readers’ Favorite Award. Jodie Broom è una ragazza di 12 anni (quasi 13!). Come la maggior parte delle ragazze della sua età, ama la musica, i suoi amici, ed è sempre pronta per una nuova avventura. Ma ciò che adora più di ogni altra cosa sono i libri. Legge e colleziona qualunque testo possa soddisfare la sua fame di storie, personaggi e informazioni. Purtroppo, Jodie vive nel 2075. Sono passati ormai cinquant’anni da quando i libri sono stati dichiarati illegali, insieme a ogni altro oggetto cartaceo. In questo mondo digitale, le esperienze sono in larga parte simulate, dal cibo sintetico allo zoo che mostra solo filmati di specie estinte. Grazie alla sua tessera della biblioteca, che le permette di viaggiare nel tempo, Jodie scopre di poter assistere a eventi storici memorabili e incontrare personaggi leggendari, riportando di volta in volta a casa libri preziosi da aggiungere alla sua collezione segreta. Ma i viaggi nel tempo hanno anche i loro rischi… Accompagnata dai suoi amici, Jodie si imbarcherà nell’avventura più incredibile della sua vita, fra momenti emozionanti e continui colpi di scena.
Jodie e o cartão da biblioteca
by Julie Hodgson Thamires Silva AraujoJodie Broom, uma garota de 12 anos (quase 13!), é como quase todas as garotas da idade dela. Ela ama seus amigos, música e está sempre pronta para uma boa aventura. O que ela valoriza acima de tudo são os livros e ela só pensa neles, lendo e colecionando tudo o que ela pode para satisfazer sua apetite voraz por histórias, fatos e História. Mas Jodie vive no ano de 2075, e mais de cinquenta anos passaram desde que livros e papel foram proibidos; é uma época em que ninguém pode ter um livro e nem mesmo fotografias impressas. Nesse e-Mundo, as experiências são amplamente simuladas, desde os alimentos reconstituídos até o zoológico que só mostra filmes de todas as espécies extintas. Com seu cartão da biblioteca de estudante, que dá a ela a habilidade de viajar no tempo, Jodie descobre que ela e seus amigos podem presenciar eventos históricos e encontrar personagens legendários. Ela também descobre que pode encontrar e levar para casa seus preciosos livros e mantê-los em segurança em seu esconderijo secreto.
Jodie et la carte de la bibliothèque (Jodie Broom #1)
by Julie HodgsonJodie Broom, une fille de 12 ans (presque 13 ans!), Ressemble à la plupart des filles de son âge. Elle aime ses amis, la musique et est toujours prête pour une bonne aventure. Ce qu’elle aime par-dessus tout, ce sont les livres et elle est consumée par eux, lisant et rassemblant tout ce qu’elle peut pour satisfaire son appétit vorace pour des récits, des faits et l'histoire. Mais Jodie vit en 2075 et plus de cinquante ans se sont écoulés depuis l’interdiction des livres et du papier; c'est un temps où personne ne peut posséder un livre imprimé, ni même imprimer des photographies. Dans ce monde virtuel, les expériences sont largement simulées, de la nourriture reconstituée au zoo qui ne montre que des films de toutes les espèces éteintes. Grâce à sa carte d'étudiant, qui lui permet de voyager dans le temps, Jodie découvre qu'elle et ses amis peuvent vivre des événements historiques et rencontrer des personnages légendaires. Elle peut également retrouver et ramener chez elle ses précieux livres afin de les protéger dans sa cachette secrète.
Jodie y la Tarjeta de Biblioteca
by Betty Serrano Julie HodgsonJodie Broom, una jovencita de 12-años (¡casi 13!), es como la mayoría de las jovencitas de su edad. Ama a sus amigos, su música, y siempre lista para una aventura. Lo que más atesora sobre todas las cosas son sus libros y los necesita, leer y coleccionar todo lo necesario para satisfacer su apetito voraz de leer cuentos, hechos, e historia. Pero Jodie vive en el año 2075, y más de cincuenta años han pasado desde la prohibición de los libros y el papel impreso; es una época donde nadie puede tener un libro impreso, o imprimir fotografías. En este E-mundo, las experiencias son ampliamente simuladas, desde la comida reconstituida hasta el zoológico que solamente muestra filmaciones de las especies de animales en peligro de desaparecer. Con su tarjeta de biblioteca, tiene la habilidad de viajar en el tiempo, y Jodie descubre que ella y sus amigos pueden experimentar eventos en la historia y conocer personajes legendarios, y pueden también encontrar y traer consigo libros valiosos y guardarlos en un lugar secreto y asegurarse de tenerlos a salvo.
Jodie's Little Secrets
by Joanna WayneSECRET DADDYJodie Gahagen was content being a single mom to her twin baby boys. But her ordered life was shattered by a stalker whose threat sent her packing home-with her bags and more than a couple of secrets.She'd told the town her "husband" couldn't make it, that things were fine whenever she overreacted. Except there was no avoiding Ray Kostner-the one man she couldn't deny. He read her instinctively, knew she was hiding the truth...and that she still loved him. But Ray never guessed he was a father.Now the stalker didn't have a chance.
Joe Death and the Graven Image
by Benjamin SchipperSomewhere between Mike Mignola, A Fistful of Dollars, and Johnny Cash's Ghost Riders in the Sky, this tale is an adventurous take on the existential hitman, set against a dreamy western backdrop populated by witches, spirits, ghouls, and other monsters. Joe Death explores what it means for Death to undo what he does best. More importantly, what is the true cost of salvation?After surviving a brutal massacre, the last surviving heir of the town of Hard Hollow is kidnapped by the bloodthirsty bandit, Scary Harry. The spirit of Hard Hollow enlists Joe Death-a six-shooter-totin' grim reaper-to rescue the child. Joe ventures out into the Valley, a desert world with mountains on all sides whose heights reach into the heavens and fissures dive into the underworld itself. He meets all manner of strange characters, creatures, and monsters; each of them all too familiar with Joe's typical line of work.Emerging writer Benjamin Schipper dives deep into this tale of the reaper with a name, employing a beautiful and quirky style that gives this macabre odyssey all the heart, humor, and tension essential to a modern masterpiece.