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‘The Duke of Stockbridge’ (1900) is a classic novel by the American author, Edward Bellamy, most famous for his socialist and utopian novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888).Written in 1879, this tale, set around Shay's Rebellion of 1786 - 1787 and the armed uprising in Western Massachusetts due to the government’s tax rises, is a compelling story that has the author's political ideals at its heart.´The Duke of Stockbridge´ is a thrilling read and will delight people who are interested in American history.Edward Bellamy (1850 - 1898) was an American author, journalist and political activist. His novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888) was one of the most successful books published in the United States in the 19th century and influenced a generation of intellectuals. Referenced in many Marxist publications of the time, the book inspired the formation of Nationalist Clubs dedicated to spreading his political ideas.Bellamy’s other works include the novels ‘Six to One’ (1878), ‘Dr. Heidenhoff's Process’ (1880), ‘Miss Ludington's Sister’ (1885), ‘Equality’ (1897) and ‘The Duke of Stockbridge; a Romance of Shays' Rebellion (1900)’, as well as several short stories, such as ‘The Blindman's World’, ‘To Whom This May Come’, and ‘With the Eyes Shut’.

‘An Echo of Antietam’ (1898) is a short story by the American author, Edward Bellamy, most famous for his socialist and utopian novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888).Young couple Grace Roberts and Philip King are in love, but the civil war is raging and tearing their country apart. Set during the battle of Antietam, which proved a significant turning point in the war, this love story details the horrors of battle and the power of a just cause.A delightful yet emotional read, ´An Echo of Antietam´ is perfect for fans of Ambrose Bierce's ´An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge´ as well as those generally interested in the American Civil War.Edward Bellamy (1850 - May 22) was an American author, journalist and political activist. His novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888) was one of the most successful books published in the United States in the 19th century and influenced a generation of intellectuals. Referenced in many Marxist publications of the time, the book inspired the formation of Nationalist Clubs dedicated to spreading his political ideas.Bellamy’s other works include the novels ‘Six to One’ (1878), ‘Dr. Heidenhoff's Process’ (1880), ‘Miss Ludington's Sister’ (1885), ‘Equality’ (1897), and ‘The Duke of Stockbridge; a Romance of Shays' Rebellion (1900)’.

'Meadow Grass' is a series of 13 short tales set in the fictional town of Tiverton in New England, America. The stories cover social life and customs according to Brown and reflect upon her memories of her upbringing in nearby New Hampshire.Alice Brown is an American novelist and short-story writer. She is best known for her tales about New England and as a writer of local colour stories. Born in New Hampshire in 1857, Brown's stories often portray a female protagonist in a domestic setting. Her first novel, 'Stratford-by-the-Sea', was published in 1884. It cemented Brown as part of the Boston literary scene, but by the time she died in 1948 (aged 91), many of her stories had been forgotten about and were no longer being published.

Following the first world war, John Raven dwells on the course of path for his friends Dick and Raven who served in the Ambulance corps. He laments on the relationship of Raven and 'Nan', who have a considerable age gap.Alice Brown is an American novelist and short-story writer. She is best known for her tales about New England and as a writer of local colour stories. Born in New Hampshire in 1857, Brown's stories often portray a female protagonist in a domestic setting. Her first novel, 'Stratford-by-the-Sea', was published in 1884. It cemented Brown as part of the Boston literary scene, but by the time she died in 1948 (aged 91), many of her stories had been forgotten about and were no longer being published.

Sie muss sich von ihm fern halten - doch er zieht sie unwiderstehlich an.Billie ist 19 Jahre alt, als sie mit ansehen muss, wie ihre Familie und fast alle Mitglieder des MC ihres Vaters abgeschlachtet werden. Zusammen mit ihrer kleinen Schwester wird sie gefangen genommen und geht in den Besitz des neuen Präsidenten der Rebels über. Seitdem durchlebt Billie die reinste Hölle, denn jeder Fehler wird hart bestraft. Erst zwei Jahre später schafft sie es, mit ihrer Schwester zu fliehen. Mit dem Geld, dass sie vor ihrer Flucht gestohlen hat, mietet sie sich einen Laden und eine Wohnung in einer Kleinstadt in Maine. Sie will nie wieder etwas mit Bikern zu tun haben. Doch dann trifft Billie auf Cage, Mitglied des Death Bastards MC - und ihre Überzeugung gerät ins Wanken. Denn sie kann seiner düsteren Anziehung kaum widerstehen ...Düster, packend und heiß! Der dramatische Auftakt zu Elena MacKenzies neuer Dark-Romance-Reihe.Elena MacKenzie schreibt romantische, lustige, erotische und traurige Liebesromane. Highland Secrets war ihr erster Roman unter diesem Pseudonym und eroberte sofort die Top 10 der Amazon-Charts. Seither hat sie weitere erfolgreiche Romane veröffentlicht. Für ihre Bücher sucht sie sich interessante Orte wie die kleine Insel Fair, Edinburgh, Glasgow oder Tolosa aus und verführt ihre Leser damit zum Träumen. Ganz nach dem Motto: Sich in Büchern zu verlieren, heißt grenzenlos zu träumen.

While a man is out cycling in rural New England, a storm is brewing. He finds that the only option for shelter is a house nearby.It is, of course, not a normal house. It is a creepy house - occupied by an even creepier, old man.When the narrator and the old man study an inscription in a rare book, the man says it makes him hunger for "victuals I couldn't raise nor buy".As it dawns on the cyclist that the man is a cannibal who lures travellers to their death, blood drips from the ceiling onto the book that he holds...'The Picture in the House' is a must-read for fans of horror classics including Alfred Hitchcock's 'Psycho', and the Netflix series and novel 'The Haunting of Hill House'.Howard Phillips (H.P.) Lovecraft (1890-1937) was an American author famed for his horror and fantasy fiction.Born in Rhode Island, he became a pioneer of ‘cosmic horror’, conjuring up the lore of supernatural creatures who exist beyond our understanding. His best-known stories include "The Call of Cthulhu", "At the Mountains of Madness" and "The Colour Out of Space".While he was a mainstay of pulp magazines, Lovecraft never achieved wider literary recognition in his lifetime. But his posthumous influence has been profound. It can be found in everything from the fiction of Stephen King and Neil Gaiman to the HBO series "Lovecraft Country".

He talks to bottles, collects strange stones and only "few know his real name".If the title of the short story is not enough, these facts about 'The Terrible Old Man' make it clear that he is not really approachable.But he is rumoured to have made a fortune while captaining East India Company clipper ships.Three robbers decide to ignore the unsettling aspects and head to his house to turn it over.Two of them go inside, with the third man waiting in the getaway car. Suddenly, the driver hears horrendous screaming coming from the house and the old man opens the gate, "smiling hideously".The getaway man goes to investigate and comes face-to-face with blood-soaked terror beyond his darkest nightmares.This short story is perfect for those already familiar with the writings of H. P. Lovecraft, or those simply looking for a quick scare.Howard Phillips (H.P.) Lovecraft (1890-1937) was an American author famed for his horror and fantasy fiction.Born in Rhode Island, he became a pioneer of ‘cosmic horror’, conjuring up the lore of supernatural creatures who exist beyond our understanding. His best-known stories include "The Call of Cthulhu", "At the Mountains of Madness" and "The Colour Out of Space".While he was a mainstay of pulp magazines, Lovecraft never achieved wider literary recognition in his lifetime. But his posthumous influence has been profound. It can be found in everything from the fiction of Stephen King and Neil Gaiman to the HBO series "Lovecraft Country".

Jason Bourne har trukket sig tilbage og arbejder som underviser på universitetet i Maine under sit rigtige navn, David Webb. Her lever han et roligt liv sammen med sine kone, Marie, og kan ikke forestille sig nogensinde at skulle i tjeneste som spion igen. Men alt ændrer sig, da Marie bliver bortført og Bourne, mod sin vilje, bliver hvirvlet ind i det hemmelige magtspil, der udspiller sig i kulisserne omkring overdragelsen af Hong Kong til Kina i 1980erne. Igen må Bourne bevæge sig ind i den verden af farer og dobbeltspil, som han ellers troede, han endelig var sluppet fri af. "Bourne-duellen" er anden bog i Robert Ludlums ikoniske spionserie om Jason Bourne. De populære film af samme navn med Matt Damon i hovedrollen er inspireret af Ludlums bøger.Robert Ludlum (1927-2001) var en amerikansk forfatter, der stod bag en lang række populære spionthrillere, som er blevet solgt i over tre millioner eksemplarer verden over. Han er bedst kendt for spionserien om Jason Bourne, der i 2002 blev filmatiseret med Matt Damon i hovedrollen.

Eine Schiffsreise, die eine überraschende Wendung nimmt!Mit einem Luxusdampfer will die Kronprinzessin Cecile im Juli 1914 von New York nach Bremerhaven reisen. Als die Fahrt beginnt, ahnt niemand, dass das Schiff niemals in Bremerhaven ankommen wird. Noch bevor es den Hafen erreicht, erfährt der Kapitän, dass in Europa ein großer Krieg ausgebrochen ist. Kapitän Polack will seine Cecile auf keinen Fall in Gefahr bringen, weshalb er im Handumdrehen umkehrt und die Passagiere nach Maine bringt. In Bar Habor angekommen verändert die Ankunft des Schiffes die ruhige Routine des Örtchens und somit auch das Leben der Bewohner für immer. Sandra Paretti erzählt die Geschichte eines Sommers, eines Krieges und des Aueinandertreffens ungleicher Menschen.Sandra Paretti (1935–1994) wurde als Irmgard Schneeberger in Regensburg geboren und verfasste in erster Linie Gesellschaftsromane. Parettis Werke wurden in 28 Sprachen übersetzt, wodurch sie bis heute zu einer der meistgelesenen deutschsprachigen Autorinnen zählt. Ihr Werk „Der Wunschbaum" wurde zudem als TV-Serie adaptiert.

Er spoelt een reddingssloep aan bij Gully Point Grove in Rockport. Vanwege de naam die het vaartuig draagt, wordt agente Megan Tilly op de zaak gezet. Tijdens haar onderzoek ontmoet ze de overenthousiaste journalist Terence Sinclair, met wie het niet direct klikt. De twee gaan op onderzoek uit en komen zo achter het geheim van de mysterieuze reddingsboot die een wel zeer opvallende naam draagt. Eerste boek in de reeks "Sterke verhalen" rond Megan en Terence.Silvia van Gimst (1976) is van jongs af aan geboeid door het gothic novel genre en leest verhalen van Edgar Allan Poe. De wereld van het ongrijpbare en bizarre heeft een overweldigende aantrekkingskracht. Schrijfster worden is haar grote droom, maar zij begint pas in 2012 met schrijven en in 2014 met korte verhalen die vaak ontstaan door alledaagse situaties of een droom. Liefde, dood en bedrog spelen grote rollen in de verhalen en als je denkt dat je weet hoe het zit, laat het vaak onverwachte einde je met een onbestemd gevoel achter.Naast schrijven is Silvia kunstenaar en fotograaf. Ze werkt aan een reeks rond agente Megan Tilly en journalist Terence Sinclair.

Drie mysterieuze sterfgevallen volgen elkaar in rap tempo op. Agente Megan Tilly en journalist Terence Sinclair worden op de zaak gezet. Het duo ontdekt dat een verlaten psychiatrisch ziekenhuis, drie anonieme bejaarden en een zeer ontvlambare verpleegster meer met elkaar te maken hebben dan ze eerst dachten. Ze moeten conventionele denkbeelden aan de kant zetten om tot op de bodem van dit mysterie te geraken. Tweede boek in de reeks "Sterke verhalen" rond Megan en Terence.Silvia van Gimst (1976) is van jongs af aan geboeid door het gothic novel genre en leest verhalen van Edgar Allan Poe. De wereld van het ongrijpbare en bizarre heeft een overweldigende aantrekkingskracht. Schrijfster worden is haar grote droom, maar zij begint pas in 2012 met schrijven en in 2014 met korte verhalen die vaak ontstaan door alledaagse situaties of een droom. Liefde, dood en bedrog spelen grote rollen in de verhalen en als je denkt dat je weet hoe het zit, laat het vaak onverwachte einde je met een onbestemd gevoel achter.Naast schrijven is Silvia kunstenaar en fotograaf. Ze werkt aan een reeks rond agente Megan Tilly en journalist Terence Sinclair.

"My darling girls. You were once so happy in this house. Now I’m gone, all I ask is that you spend one last summer here together on Dune Island. And please forgive me, your Nana, for the secret I’m about to tell you..."Arriving at the honeysuckle-covered beach house inherited from her beloved grandmother, recently heartbroken Jill hopes to convince her two feuding sisters not to sell a place so full of happy childhood memories. But the envelope waiting on the driftwood table changes everything. In her elegant handwriting, Nana Rose promises a new letter will arrive each day of the summer revealing a family secret she took to her grave.Shaken, Jill anxiously awaits each letter filled with Nana’s bittersweet memories of her own sister who she loved more than anyone—and lost far too young. But why did Nana never speak of this tragic loss to her grandchildren?Watching the sunset each night and wondering how well they really knew Nana Rose, Jill feels her family is closer than they’ve been in years. And after a chance encounter with blue-eyed tree surgeon Alex, she wonders if Nana believed being back on Dune Island would help Jill find love, too?But when Nana’s final letter arrives, the revelation about how her sister died is more shocking than Jill ever imagined. Suddenly, despite the chance of happiness with Alex, selling the house seems the only way forward. Will Jill find a way to forge new bonds of sisterhood and save their inheritance, or will Nana Rose’s secret tear them all apart?An absolutely gorgeous, gripping and heartbreaking read about the importance of family, and how even our loved ones can keep shattering secrets. Perfect for fans of Carolyn Brown, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Munroe.Read what everyone’s saying about A Letter from Nana Rose:"WOW! Double up that WOW! This book was AMAZING!... perfect... I fell in love with the main character... Run, don't walk to pick up this book... An unforgettable story." Goodreads reviewer"Wow... the secrets were BIG ONES! I loved this book and found myself glued to the pages." Goodreads reviewer"As I flipped over the last page, I felt as though I’d been sitting on the Adirondack chairs on the deck... a deeply evocative and emotional read... absolutely love." Goodreads reviewer.Previous title Aunt Ivy's Cottage reached the Top 100 on the Kindle UK chartFor fans of Elin Hilderbrand, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice MonroeEver since she was a young girl, there were few things Kristin liked more than creative writing and spending time on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, with her family. Eventually (after a succession of jobs that bored her to tears), she found a way to combine those two passions by becoming a women’s fiction author whose stories occur in oceanside settings. While Kristin doesn’t live on the Cape year-round, she escapes to the beach whenever she can.

I byen Wrightsville i New England bliver der begået en række mord, men politiet kommer ikke videre med opklaringsarbejdet. Også amatørdetektiven Ellery Queen er på bar bund. Lige indtil det slår ham, at dødsfaldene følger en gammel børneremse: Rigmand, fattigmand, tigger, tyv ... Kan han nu regne ud, hvem det næste offer bliver? Og vigtigere endnu: kan han nå at forhindre det?Ellery Queen er både en fiktiv karakter og et fælles pseudonym for to fætre fra Brooklyn, New York – Daniel Nathan, alias Frederic Dannay, og Manford Emanuel Lepofsky, alias Manfred Bennington Lee – som sammen skrev mere end 30 romaner og flere novellesamlinger under Ellery Queen-pseudonymet.Den fiktive Ellery Queen er krimiforfatter og amatørdetektiv, og han bistår sin far, der er politiinspektør i New York, med at løse forvirrende mordgåder.

Zbiór wszystkich opowiadań grozy autorstwa jednej z najbardziej znanych twórczyń gatunku w swojej epoce. Zgodnie z tytułem, są to typowe ghost stories, a akcja większości opowiadań rozgrywa się w prowincjonalnym, niepokojącym krajobrazie Nowej Anglii. Freeman portretuje głównie ówczesne kobiety, których ustatkowana, do bólu przewidywalna, podporządkowana normom i zasadom egzystencja kontrastuje z niesamowitością zjawisk nadprzyrodzonych. Pozycja obowiązkowa dla miłośników oldskulowych opowiadań grozy w stylu utworów Edith Wharton.Mary E. Wilkins Freeman (1852-1930) - pochodziła z ortodoksyjnej protestanckiej rodziny, jej rodzice stosowali surowe metody wychowawcze, co znajduje odzwierciedlenie w wielu jej utworach. Wcześnie osierocona, imię Eleanor przybrała na cześć zmarłej matki. Gdy została bez zaplecza finansowego, zamieszkała z przyjaciółką i zaczęła zawodowo zajmować się pisaniem. Związała się z niepraktykującym lekarzem Charlesem Manningiem Freemanem, po 10 latach burzliwej relacji para wzięła ślub. Jej mąż cierpiał na alkoholizm i miał opinię kobieciarza, ostatecznie małżonkowie rozwiedli się. Freeman była pierwszą laureatką nagrody Williama Deana Howellsa przyznawanej przez American Academy of Arts and Letters. Najbardziej znana jako autorka powieści i opowiadań grozy. Wiele jej dzieł ma jawnie feministyczny przekaz. Utwory takie jak "Zakonnica z Nowej Anglii" czy "Bunt Matki" rozpoczęły dyskusję na temat roli i powinności kobiety w ówczesnym społeczeństwie.

A raw, eye-opening memoir from a North East firefighter, charting her journey into the male dominated heart of the British Fire and Rescue Service.Lifting the Fire Hydrant Lid follows young, idealistic recruit, Kate Fullen, as she negotiates training school and settles into life on the watch. With incidents and routine tasks woven into the fabric of the story, it describes the consuming pressure, emotional turmoil and unpredictable nature of the job.Utilising the rare perspective of a northern, queer, working-class female firefighter, Lifting the Fire Hydrant Lid examines the more intricate difficulties experienced by minority groups and gives a voice to a profession that is seldom heard and rarely seen.Kate lives in the North East of England and has been a firefighter for over 16 years. Born in County Durham, the second of four children and sandwiched between two brothers, Kate soon became accustomed to holding her own. She reached a high level in numerous sports and won three consecutive national chess championships. After graduating from the University of Sunderland with a Sports Science degree, a chance visit to an open day at the Fire Service Training Centre changed her life forever.Kate has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro; coached soccer in USA; managed a successful women’s football team; completed the first ‘Tough Mudder’ event in Scotland; and more recently adopted 2 boys as a single parent. Following the arrival of her second son, Kate changed direction, she now works as a personal trainer and life coach, encouraging others to follow their dreams.

In a preface to this collection, Louisa May Alcott calls these eight stories her "various waifs and strays" and they all beautifully demonstrate her wry sense of humour, sharp observational skills, and straightforward style of storytelling.From the light-hearted romance of 'Kitty's Class Day' to the transformational tale of 'Aunt Kipp', who is a female version of Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol', each story has the charm to keep you gripped.Fans of her other work, including the bestseller 'Little Women', will be pleased that she herded these stories together.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer who is best known for her novel 'Little Women'. She grew up among some heavyweight 19th-century intellectuals, including Henry David Thoreau and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.With her parents struggling financially, Alcott worked to support them. At the same time, she began writing, initially under pseudonyms because her work was largely short stories and sensation novels for adults.'Little Women', published in 1868, was a success when it was released. Alcott also penned the follow-ups 'Little Men' and 'Jo's Boys'. She was a staunch abolitionist and a campaigning feminist who was heavily involved in temperance and women's suffrage movements.

Louisa May Alcott has penned a sparkling collection of novels, short stories and poems. In this collection of short stories, you get four little gems, written with Alcott's unmistakable gentle humour and keen observation of family life.Featuring a "prince charming" and a very important piece of footwear, despite both not being what you would expect, 'A Modern Cinderella', or 'The Little Old Shoe', is an amusing and irreverent version of The Brothers Grimm's 'Cinderella'.The other three stories are 'Debby's Debut', 'The Brothers', and 'Nelly's Hospital', and they collectively display Alcott's skills as well as covers important subjects such as racism, PTSD, and the barriers between social classes.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer who is best known for her novel 'Little Women'. She also grew up among some heavyweight 19th-century intellectuals, including Henry David Thoreau and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.With her parents struggling financially, Alcott worked to support them. At the same time, she began writing, initially under pseudonyms because her work was largely short stories and sensation novels for adults.'Little Women', published in 1868, was a success when it was released. Alcott also penned the follow-ups 'Little Men' and 'Jo's Boys'.

Friendship can transcend class and background.Take the movie 'Napoleon Dynamite', Dory's friendship with Nemo in 'Finding Nemo' or chalk-and-cheese buddies Barbara Hershey and Bette Midler in 'Beaches'. In 'Mountain-Laurel and Maidenhair', it is city girl Emily and country girl Becky.Emily is fragile, but her family's wealth makes her complacent. Becky, on the other hand, works as a teacher to support and care for her three younger siblings. So when Emily stays at Becky's family farm in the mountains, they seem unlikely to hit it off.But Louisa May Alcott's moving, charming story sees them connect through poetry - and grow to understand and care for each other.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer of numerous beloved novels, short stories and poems. She was a feminist, and many of her stories are loosely based on her own life experiences. She is primarily known for her young adult fiction but also wrote gothic thrillers, albeit anonymously, and sensational stories under the pen name A.M. Barnard. One of her best-known works is "Little Women", a novel that has been turned into numerous film and television adaptations, such as the 2019 film, starring Saorise Ronan, Florence Pugh and Timothée Chalamet.

Louisa May Alcott's most popular novel, ´Little Women´, featured the March sisters, who were based on her own family.In this collection of short plays, originally written by Alcott and her real sisters, Alcott adds to the world of ´Little Women´, as the plays are made to seem like they were penned by Jo and Meg from ´Little Women´ and acted out by them and other characters in the book.The plays are not as complicated as the background, thankfully. They are short, pithy, melodramatic and feature witches, magic, murder, ghosts and farcical situations.If you are a fan of ´Little Women´, which was recently adapted for the silver screen for the seventh time, starring Emma Watson and Timothée Chalamet, you will love this additional glimpse into the lives of the March sisters.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer who is best known for her novel ´Little Women´. She also grew up among some heavyweight 19th-century intellectuals, including Henry David Thoreau and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.With her parents struggling financially, Alcott worked to support them. At the same time, she began writing, initially under pseudonyms because her work was largely short stories and sensation novels for adults.´Little Women´, published in 1868, was an instant success upon release. Alcott also penned the follow-ups ´Little Men´ and ´Jo's Boys´.

Der auf TikTok gefeierte New-York-Times-Bestseller endlich als Hörbuch!Cadence Sinclair Eastman weiß, dass ihre Familie etwas vor ihr verbirgt. Jeden Sommer verbringen die Sinclairs auf ihrer Privatinsel mit den luxuriösen Häusern vor der Küste Massachusetts. Doch vor zwei Jahren ist etwas passiert, woran sich Cadence nicht erinnern kann und worüber niemand mit ihr spricht. Weder Mirren und Johnny. Noch Gat, der Außenseiter, der Cadence auf eine Weise berührt hat, die ihr den Atem raubt, und der seit zwei Jahren auf keine ihrer Nachrichten reagiert ...E. Lockhart studierte Englische Literatur an der Columbia University und liebt das Lesen seit ihrer Kindheit. Sie ist Autorin des New-York-Times-Bestsellers „We Were Liars. Solange wir lügen".

Zara White heeft het gevoel dat een vreemde kerel haar stalkt. En ze is geobsedeerd door fobieën. Ze is niet echt meer zichzelf sinds haar stiefvader is gestorven. Maar haar verbannen naar het ijskoude Maine om tijdelijk bij haar grootmoeder te gaan wonen? Dat is nogal extreem van haar moeder. De verhuizing moet haar zogenaamd helpen er weer bovenop te komen, maar Zara vermoedt dat haar moeder gewoon denkt dat ze gek is.Haar moeder heeft het fout. De stalker is geen verzinsel van Zara’s overactieve verbeelding. In Maine volgt hij haar nog steeds en laat een vreemd spoor van goudstof achter. Er is iets aan de hand dat bovennatuurlijk lijkt te zijn... en alles wijst naar Zara. In deze meeslepende YA-roman geeft Carrie Jones de lezer romantiek, spanning en een wezen waarvan je nooit had gedacht dat het zo griezelig zou kunnen zijn.Carrie Jones is een Amerikaanse auteur die vooral fantasyboeken schrijft voor jongeren. Ze won hiermee verschillende prijzen en stond op de New York Times bestsellerlijst.

Interesante experimento que convierte en ficción los primeros años de la biografía del afamado escritor Stephen King. Claudio Hernández, uno de los principales expertos de España en su obra, nos presenta los albores de la carrera que cambiaría para siempre la ficción de terror en todo el mundo, desde los primeros relatos a las cartas de rechazo que el escritor acumulaba una tras otra, clavadas en un clavo en su pared, hasta conseguir por fin un éxito apabullante con su primera novela: Carrie.Claudio Hernández es un autor español especializado en terror, thriller y fantasía. Muy influenciado por Stephen King desde pequeño, ha llegado a escribir una biografía sobre sus primeros años como escritor. En la actualidad se dedica por entero a la ficción de género, en especial de terror. Ha publicado numerosos libros que le han valido un gran éxito tanto de crítica como de público.

En arrivant dans cette nouvelle ville, je pensais pouvoir enfin tirer un trait sur mon passé. Mais le passé, c’est le genre de chose qui vous colle aux basques comme un vieux chewing gum, quoi que vous fassiez.Au fond ça n’aurait pas changé grand-chose à mes habitudes. Fuir, encore et toujours, est devenu mon quotidien. Seulement voilà, ma rencontre avec un certain Damian leghert va modifier la donne. Mystérieux et charmeur, je doute qu’il lui faille longtemps pour me percer à jour et je ne sais vraiment pas si cette rencontre va me porter chance... ou malheur.Oxanna Hope a vécu dans de nombreuses villes et exercé de nombreux métiers, notamment dans le milieu équestre, une de ses passions, avant d'exercer à temps complet comme auteur de fantastique, thrillers et romans jeunesse.

"I'm so tired of Christmas I wish there never would be another one!"Nobody would be surprised if it were old Scrooge talking. But it's actually little Effie, a child with festive fatigue.Once you find out whether Effie dropped her impression of 'The Grinch', then you can go on a journey to 'Candy Country' or get to know 'Naughty Jocko' and find out more about 'The Piggy Girl'.A collection of 10 short children’s stories, brought to you by the iconic Louisa May Alcott. A winning compilation, perfect for youngsters from any generation.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer of numerous beloved novels, short stories and poems. She was a feminist, and many of her stories are loosely based on her own life experiences. She is primarily known for her young adult fiction but also wrote gothic thrillers, albeit anonymously, and sensational stories under the pen name A.M. Barnard. One of her best-known works is "Little Women", a novel that has been turned into numerous film and television adaptations, such as the 2019 film, starring Saorise Ronan, Florence Pugh and Timothée Chalamet.

Poetry can inspire, evoke, provoke and transport the reader. But this collection of 39 poems did even more - it broke barriers. This collection was written by Phillis Wheatley, the first African-American woman whose poetry writings were published.Seized from West Africa as a young girl, Phillis lived in Boston as a slave to the prominent Wheatley family where she learned to read and write, as well as undertaking lessons in the Bible, astronomy, geography, history and British, Greek and Latin Literature. By the age of 18, Phillis had amassed a decent quantity of poems and together with the Wheatley family, sought out a publisher. However, based on racial prejudices, Phillis was received with disdain in the United States. Attention was turned to London instead, where Phillis posted one of her poems, 'On the Rev. Mr. George Whitefield', to Selina Hastings, Countess of Huntingdon and a well-off supporter of the abolitionist cause, who connected her with a bookseller although Wheatley still had to go through interrogation to prove that she was the author of her own work.This collection of poems shows the breadth and depth of her reading, and includes poems reflecting her Christian faith, her interest in Greek mythology and her admiration for well-known figures including Alexander Pope.'Poems on Various Subjects' is perfect for people who have read 'The Interesting Narrative of Olaudah Equiano'.Phillis Wheatley (1753-1784) was an American poet who was the first African-American writer to be published. She was born in West Africa, sold into slavery aged seven or eight, then bought by the Wheatley family of Boston. They encouraged her to pursue her poetry as her talent became clear. But Wheatley had to go to London to find patrons to help her get her work published. When 'Poems on Various Subjects' was published in 1773, she gained fame in England and the African colonies - even receiving praise from George Washington and Voltaire. After being emancipated, she married the grocer John Peters. But they slipped into poverty and Phillis died in obscurity at the age of 31.

Today, children trapped at their grandma's house because of a storm would occupy themselves with social media and a range of streaming services.But in the 1800s, things were very different.In Louisa May Alcott's 'Spinning Wheel Stories', the storm rages while the children gather around gran as she gets the spinning wheel going. While spinning wool and yarn she starts telling the youngers a host of stories.A collection of 12 short children’s stories perfect to catch the attention of the kids, and entertain. Featuring a signature Alcott moral lesson - the benefit of listening to your elders.Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer of numerous beloved novels, short stories and poems. She was a feminist, and many of her stories are loosely based on her own life experiences. She is primarily known for her young adult fiction but also wrote gothic thrillers, albeit anonymously, and sensational stories under the pen name A.M. Barnard. One of her best-known works is "Little Women", a novel that has been turned into numerous film and television adaptations, such as the 2019 film, starring Saorise Ronan, Florence Pugh and Timothée Chalamet.

Joshep Curven to tajemniczy alchemik i kabalista, który w XVIII wieku przeniósł się do Providence z Salem - miasta czarownic. Z jakiegoś powodu postanowiono zatuszować wszelkie informacje na jego temat. Półtora wieku później na trop mężczyzny wpada Charles Dexter Ward. Bohater odkrywa, że z tajemniczym czarnoksiężnikiem łączą go więzy krwi. Dochodzenie prawdy pogłębia rozwijający się u Charlesa obłęd. Dobry wybór dla miłośników opowiadań grozy w stylu Edgara Allana Poe czy Stefana Grabińskiego.

Una profunda historia sobre la resistencia, la sororidad y el derecho a voto ambientada en una versión alternativa de la Nueva Inglaterra del siglo XIX.En 1893 ya no hay brujas. En el pasado sí que las había, en esa época oscura e inhóspita antes de que empezasen a encenderse las hogueras. Ahora, la brujería es poco más que hechizos de amas de casa y canciones infantiles. Si la mujer moderna quiere algo de poder, las urnas son el único lugar donde puede llegar a conseguirlo.Pero James Juniper, Agnes Amaranth y Beatrice Belladonna, las hermanas Eastwood, se unen a las sufragistas de Nueva Salem y empiezan a buscar las palabras y los componentes olvidadas capaces de convertir la revolución de las mujeres en la revolución de las brujas. Las hermanas se verán acechadas por sombras y todo tipo de males, perseguidas por fuerzas que no tienen intención de permitir que las brujan voten, o que vivan siquiera, y tendrán que indagar en magia antigua, forjar nuevas alianzas y solucionar los problemas entre ellas si quieren sobrevivir.Ya no hay brujas. Pero las habrá.Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.Alix E. Harrow es historiadora. Actualmente vive en Kentucky con su marido y sus hijos. Ganó el Premio Hugo por su relato A Witch's Guide to Escape: A Practical Compendium of Portal Fantasies, y ha sido nominada al Nebula, al Locus, y al World Fantasy Awards. Es autora también de Las brujas del ayer y del mañana, publicada en español por Roca Editorial.

First published in 1835, ‘Young Goodman Brown’ is a short story by the renowned American author, Nathaniel Hawthorne. Set in 17th century Salem, young Goodman Brown tells his new wife Faith that he must go on a journey, and sets out alone into the woods. There he comes across a mysterious man who isn’t all that he seems. As Goodman Brown journeys further into the woods, he witnesses things that will shake the very core of his faith and belief. A tense, symbolic story by the author of ‘The Scarlet Letter’.Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was an American novelist and short-story writer. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Hawthorne began his writing career in 1828 with the publication of his first novel, ‘Fanshawe’, followed by a collection of short stories. In 1850 he published perhaps his most famous work, ‘The Scarlet Letter’, which has since been adapted multiple times for stage and screen. Many of his novels explore lessons in morality, and centre around the themes of sin and evil. Some of his other best-known works include the novels ‘The House of the Seven Gables’ and ‘The Marble Faun’, and short stories ‘Wakefield’ and ‘Feathertop’. Hawthorne died in 1864 at the age of 59.

‘The Future in America’ is a travelogue that contains the impressions of H. G. Wells from his visits to the United States as well as his unique views on subjects like corruption, injustice, and social relations. The author provides a balanced and insightful view of early 20th century America, praising its progressiveness and creativity. On the other hand, Wells’ sharp wit never fails to criticise unfair labour practices and racial issues. Wells met with suffragette Jane Addams, civil rights activist Booker T. Washington, and President Theodore Roosevelt during his travels and he provides incredible insight into their beliefs. ‘The Future in America’ remains relevant as many of the issues discussed still plague modern society and the prescient Wells predicted that America would become a country divided between ‘rich and poor’. Wells provides beautiful descriptions of his travels while discussing larger themes with nuance and a unique perspective. This book is the perfect read for fans of Anthony Bourdain or John Steinbeck.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.