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Magic, destiny and romance combine in this bestselling action-packed fantasy series!Being a princess and a mythical kelpie isn't enough for Macey. She wants to explore the world beyond her Scottish loch.But she gets more than she bargained for when she meets three mysterious men claiming that she's one of the Seven Wardens.Macey soon discovers that the fate of the world rests on the Wardens' shoulders, and they need her in order to save it.From The Deeps is the first book in the complete contemporary fantasy Seven Wardens series. It includes unusual Celtic and European mythology, plenty of adventure, and a romantic whychoose subplot.Also available as audiobook!The Seven Wardens Series Reading Order:#1: From The Deeps#1.5: Through The Storms (Amber's story)#2: Into The Mists#3: Beneath The Earth#4: Within The Flames#5: Above The Waves#5.5: Below The Baubles (Christmas Story)#6: Under The Ice#7: Rule The Dark#7.5: Inside The Egg (HEA Story)#0.5: Beyond The Loch (Prequel, Nessie's Story)

In a world of warring covens, Aurelia is a prisoner trapped between two worlds. She is the daughter of a defeated warlord and has been sent to live with a rival coven as a hostage. Raised as a daughter of the victorious coven, she knows that she doesn't belong and that her life is always in the balance. Her love for Raelinn, the daughter of the ruling coven, is forbidden, but they cannot resist each other. When whispers of rebellion start to circulate, Aurelia's life hangs in the balance. There are threats against her life, and Raelinn is tasked with negotiating with the rebels in an effort to stop a war that no one but her father wants. As tensions rise, Aurelia and Raelinn must navigate their forbidden love while trying to prevent a war between the ruling coven and the scattered rebels that haunt the city. Will Raelinn be able to expose the treason at the heart of the rebellion, and re-establish peace between the two covens? Or will she lose everything? As the negotiation process begins, Raelinn finds herself in a precarious position. She must balance her loyalty to her family with her desire to save Aurelia. The stakes are high, and the outcome uncertain. Aurelia's fate hangs in the balance, and Raelinn must make a difficult decision. Will she choose duty over love, or will she risk everything to save Aurelia?

The Stone Axe of Burkamukk (1922) is a collection of Aboriginal legends by Mary Grant Bruce. The product of extensive research on the Aboriginal peoples of Gippsland, Victoria, Bruce's collection was intended to educate Australian settlers regarding the traditions of those they had displaced. Despite drawing criticism for her use of racist stereotypes, Bruce's hope was that her work would force her fellow settlers to "see that they were boys and girls, men and women, not so unlike us in many ways, and that they could admire what we admire in each other." Recognizing her prejudices as a product of her time, one can appreciate The Stone Axe of Burkamukk as a record of Aboriginal tales as well as the writer's status in settler-colonial society. "The camp lay calm and peaceful under the spring sunlight. Burkamukk, the chief, had chosen its place well: the wurleys were built in a green glade well shaded with blackwood and boobyalla trees, and with a soft thick carpet of grass, on which the black babies loved to roll. Not a hundred yards away flowed a wide creek; a creek so excellent that it fed a swamp a little farther on." As the chief of a prosperous people, Burkamukk is both respected and feared by the inhabitants of the Australian bush. His stone axe, made with a sapling handle by the best craftsman of the tribe, is a symbol of his power and a useful tool for hunting. A generous leader, he often lends his axe to members of his tribe in return for a modest tribute. One day, when a hunting party comes back from a deadly encounter with a legendary kangaroo, Burkamukk swears an oath to avenge his lost tribesman. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Mary Grant Bruce's The Stone Axe of Burkamukk is a classic of Australian literature reimagined for modern readers.

His mousy temptress is pure, innocent, and untouched. But not for long…Markellan Bran, the brutishly handsome Prince of Kentigen, is used to taking what he wants, and what he wants from first sight is the plain, simple, and American Violet Havisham for his wife. He sees what most don't when he looks at her-a curvy angel hiding an inner vixen. One who's hot as sin and a woman complex and challenging enough to be his bride. He is confident that he can conquer anything-and Violet's heart is next.Violet Havisham finds everything about the brash, nearly uncivilized prince unsettling. She's recently left the monastery and craves a quiet life. Falling for a devil of man like Prince Markellan would be a royal mistake. He's too big, too brutish, and too darkly sensual for her. He says he wants to give her the one thing she left the cloister for-a baby. But surely she'd be better off adopting than taking her chances with a reckless, dangerous beast.In his culture, the honeymoon comes before the wedding, and the bridegroom must convince the bride to marry him based on his honeymoon "performance." So Prince Markellan makes her a deal-give him one week to satisfy her every need, and if she can walk away, he'll let her go.Author confession: If she can walk at all after a week in his palace, it will be a miracle. If you know what I mean. Did I mention that Prince Markellan's country is a fertility culture that worships women and all things carnal? The men there spend years learning the arts of pleasing and caring for their women. And you know he's not going to let her go with his royal baby in her belly. If you're looking for a curvy heroine, a royal hero, beastly alpha dirty talk, and opposites attract in an instalove minute, you're in the right place. It wouldn't be a Brill Harper book if it wasn't as sweet as it is filthy.

Las personas altamente sensibles experimentan la vida con todos los sentidos a flor de piel. Pocas personas pueden percibir e interpretar como ellas los mensajes del Cosmos.Tu sensibilidad es un regalo y gracias al Oráculo que tienes en tus manos, ahora podrás avanzar por la vida sereno y confiado, sabiendo que todo conspira para tu éxito, tan solo has de seguir las señales.Los mensajes se revelarán ante ti y tu sensibilidad te guiará hacia donde el Universo ha querido que llegues: un destino grandioso.El poder está dentro de nosotros, solo hay que saber escuchar. Este libro Oráculo te mostrará las respuestas para no desviarte de tu camino. Un camino sabio y lleno de luz.Formula una pregunta en tu interior y pide al libro que te ilumine. Su consejo y sabiduría te sorprenderán y a la vez, te harán sentir que tú ya todo lo sabías. Libro, magia, Cosmos y mente, todos están unidos, todos saben las respuestas. Bienvenido a una vida sabia y plena.Inspirado en la sabiduría milenaria del I-Ching y de la Numerología.Formula una pregunta en tu interior y escoge al azar una página del libro: la respuesta se te mostrará.

Se alguma vez se sentiu atraído pelos contos de Y¿kai, os deuses e guerreiros lendários que permeiam a rica cultura japonesa, e se interrogou sobre as origens destas figuras intrigantes, "Mitologia Japonesa: Uma Aventura Épica no Coração de Tradições Milenares" é a viagem para si. Este livro é a resposta perfeita à sua curiosidade sobre a mitologia e o pensamento japoneses. As páginas deste volume transportam-no através das fascinantes lendas do Sol Nascente, explorando narrativas convincentes que moldaram a identidade cultural de um país conhecido pela sua beleza deslumbrante e história milenar. É uma viagem não só pelo espaço, mas também pelo tempo, desde o nascimento mitológico das ilhas japonesas até às interpretações modernas das suas lendas. Conhecerá figuras leais e corajosas como Momotaro e Benkei, e descobrirá as aventuras que os tornaram lendários. Ficará fascinado com os temidos Y¿kai, criaturas sobrenaturais de singular estranheza, como o travesso Kappa, um demónio da água, e a bela Yuki-onna, a mulher da neve. Entre outras coisas, descobrirá como estas histórias continuam a vibrar nas festividades contemporâneas. Este volume não só fornece uma visão detalhada de um aspeto fascinante da cultura japonesa, mas também serve como um guia ideal para aqueles que desejam aprofundar a sua compreensão de um país onde o passado e o presente se entrelaçam numa harmonia única. Um país de contradições e perspectivas únicas. Através deste livro, viverá experiências únicas como:Imersão nas histórias épicas que contam o nascimento mitológico das ilhas japonesas.O encontro com as famosas divindades e espíritos mitológicos do Japão, descobrindo quem são, suas lendas e histórias.A descoberta de outros mitos e lendas do Japão, onde são explicados em pormenor ensinamentos e filosofias, incluindo conceitos como o Ikigai.A oportunidade de se aventurar nas façanhas dos heróis valentes do Japão.Uma exploração dos festivais japoneses, para compreender como as histórias antigas continuam a influenciar as celebrações contemporâneas.Um final que une todas as descobertas, oferecendo-lhe considerações aprofundadas. Por último, mas não menos importante, explorará as filosofias intrínsecas à cultura japonesa, como o Ikigai, a procura de sentido para a vida, e o Mono no Aware, o profundo envolvimento emocional com a magnificência da natureza e a existência dos seres humanos. Através de anedotas e histórias, estas sabedorias antigas tornam-se vivas e aplicáveis à sua vida quotidiana. Atravessar o portal místico e mergulhar nas profundezas de um mundo desconhecido está ao seu alcance. Abra este livro e deixe-se embalar pelas correntes do mito japonês, uma aventura que o ilumina e enriquece em cada página.

Runes - Discover the magical world of Norse mythology and transform your lifeA beginner's guide to understanding and using the mysterious world of runes Dive into the magical world of Norse mythology and discover the power of the runes of the elder Futhark. This book is the perfect guide for beginners interested in the ancient art of runes. It offers a guide to discovering the fascinating world of the runes and shows how to use them in everyday life to achieve personal transformation and spiritual development. In this book you will learn:Introduction to Norse mythologyThe history of the runesOrigin and use in the ancient NorthThe meaning of each rune in the elder FutharkApplication of the runes in modern timesHow to use the runes to enrich your life This book is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to discover a new dimension in their life and use the power of the runes. With this book you will learn how to integrate the magical powers of Norse mythology into your life and how to use the runes to transform and enrich your life. Additionally included in this runes book:Beautiful illustrations of each of the 24 runes of the elder Futhark.The runes are divided into three groups, or Ættir, each containing eight runesQuick guide to rune meditation to feel the magic of the runesStart discovering the magical world of runes and transforming your life today!Get your own copy today and instant access to this unique manual.

Der Name des Windes meets Interview mit einem Vampir - Das Reich der Verdammten  ist der zweite Band von Jay Kristoffs epischer Fantasyserie. Band 1 stand 10 Wochen auf der Spiegel-Bestsellerliste! Nachdem Gabriel de León den Orden der Silberwächter verlassen hat, begibt er sich zusammen mit seiner mysteriösen Verbündeten Liathe auf die Suche nach dem Ursprung der Vampirherrschaft: Er soll den Gral zu einem Weisen des uralten Volks der Esani bringen, um zu erfahren, wann der Fluch begann - und wie er sich beenden lässt.   Doch verfolgt von den Kindern des Ewigen Königs und der Heiligen Inquisition, ist kein Schritt gefahrlos, denn Verrat lauert hinter jeder Ecke. Und dass Gabriel und seine Gefährten in einen Krieg hineingezogen werden, der seit Jahrhunderten in der Dunkelheit ausgefochten wird, verbessert ihre Erfolgsaussichten auch nicht gerade ... Für Leser*innen von Holly Black, V.E. Schwab, Ann Rice und Justin Cronin. Mit 38 fantastischen Illustrationen von Bon Orthwick.

Museen spielerisch erfahren! Dieses Buch ist aus der Praxis für die Praxis geschrieben und richtet sich an alle, die mit Kindern und Jugendlichen im Museum arbeiten. Der Fokus liegt auf der methodisch vielfältigen Vermittlung in Antikensammlungen und archäologischen Museen. Die zahlreichen Praxisbeispiele sind aber ohne großen Aufwand auch auf andere Museumstypen und die Arbeit mit Erwachsenen übertragbar.Das Handbuch regt dazu an, Besucher*innen mit verschiedensten Bedürfnissen, Motivationen und Interessen in differenzierten Formaten und zielgruppengerecht anzusprechen. Ein Theorieteil behandelt grundlegende Themen der Vermittlung im Museum.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST meets THE BACHELOR / THE SELECTION.Aeryn is hungry, perpetually exhausted, and short on hope. Ever since her merchant father lost everything to pirates, the twenty-two-year-old has worked endlessly to meet the needs of her impoverished family. But it's never enough.That all changes when a mysterious faerie invites her to a competition hosted by a Fae beast looking for a wife. Tor, the castle-dwelling creature, is wealthy enough to provide for Aeryn's family ... and she's desperate enough to say yes.The castle is beautiful, straight out of Aeryn's dreams. Tor is more suited to her nightmares, with his red eyes, long claws, and rat-like tail. But looks can be deceiving ...Then there are the other contestants, nine powerful faerie females. Aeryn is a mortal. How is she supposed to compete with their otherworldly beauty-and thwart the curse magic some of them wield?The complicated situation quickly turns impossible for Aeryn. As her romance with Tor progresses, she also finds herself drawn to Wyatt, the castle gardener. He's nothing like the powerful Tor, yet Aeryn's feelings for him keep blurring the lines between friendship and attraction.Winning Tor's heart is the only way Aeryn can save her family. But can she fend off the attacks of powerful faerie females, ignore her growing desire for Wyatt, and let herself fall for a monster?If you like fairytale retellings, bookish heroines, love triangles, and a little bit of steam, you'll love Beauty and Deceit. Buy it now!***This story is romantic, and there's mild steam. The intimacy is open door but with minimal explicit detail. Written for NA (new adult) audiences, appropriate for ages 16+.

Pohjoismainen Game of Thrones on vangitseva kertomus vallanhimosta ja vahvoista naisista. Snehild syntyy myrskyisenä talviyönä keskelle veristä sotaa. Lapsenpäästäjäksi saapuu mystinen jättiläisnainen, ja Snehildin tullessa maailmaan nornat henkäisevät ennustuksensa. Vuosia myöhemmin Snehildin kotikaupunki Himlinge on poliittisen kuohunnan pyörteissä. Kuningas Tormod epäilee lankoaan juonitteluista. Kuninkaallinen neuvonantaja Brynjulf Korpinsilmä kantaa huolta, kummasta kuninkaan kaksospojista on valtaistuimen perijäksi. Kaupungin ylipapitar Ragnfriedissa kytee kateus kuninkaallisen perheen parantajaa kohtaan. Kun parantajan tyttärellä Snehildillä vaikuttaa kaiken lisäksi olevan ennustamisen taito, päättää Ragnfried raivata tytön pois tieltään. Ragnfried ei kuitenkaan tiedä, että Snehild on jumalten suosiossa ja nornien siunaama. Tyttö pakenee Himlingestä ja aloittaa matkan kohti totuutta ¿ itsestään, perimästään ja voimiensa mitasta. Snehildin kohtalo kietoutuu Himlingen valtataisteluihin tiukemmin kuin kukaan voisi aavistaa. Snehild ¿ Midgårdin näkijä aloittaa vangitsevan fantasiasarjan, joka vie lukijansa keskelle rikasta ja polveilevaa pohjoismaista mytologiaa. Vallanhimon, verikoston ja väkevän taikuuden maailma tarjoaa pohjoismaisen vastineen George R. R. Martinin Tulen ja jään laululle. Romaani on voittanut Tanskan yleisradion Novel Award -palkinnon ja sen elokuvaoikeudet on myyty. KIRJASTA SANOTTUA "Pohjoismainen Game of Thrones. Selkeä suositus." -Troldspejlet "Hyvin kirjoitettu, hyvin taustoitettu, sävyltään omaperäinen ¿ perusteellisen jännittävä." -Weekendavisen "Niin viisas ja vauhdikas, että malttamattomana odottaa seuraavan sivun kääntämistä ¿ ja mitä niikseen tulee, jatko-osan ensimmäistä sivua." -Dagbladenes Bureau-

Das Buch der zweiten Stadtschreiberin von Neu-­Ulm: Julia Kulewatz hatte sich vorgenommen, möglichst viel mit den Neu-Ulmerinnen und Neu-Ulmern in Kontakt zu kommen, Begegnungen zum Anlass ihres Schreibens zu nehmen. Entstanden ist eine Webe, ein literarischer Hybrid aus Prosa und Gedichten, deren Mi­schung wohl die Vielfalt der Begegnungen wider­spiegelt. Im Lesefluss begegnen wir dem augenscheinlich All­täg­lichen neu, stürzen ins Poetische, ins Märchenhafte, in Abstruses und Surreales, das gleichermaßen fliegen, fal­len oder davonschwimmen kann.Der sich nähernde Blick der Ankommenden, der passa­gere Eindruck, das Einander-Begegnen zwischen Neu­gier und Abschiednehmen - das alles prägt die Po­si­tion einer Stadtschreiberin. In gleicher Beweg­lich­keit tref­fen die Wasser der Donau und die Feste der Urba­­ni­tät auf allen Seiten ihres Buches aufeinander.An deren Grenzen und Übergängen hat die Autorin Julia Kulewatz sieben poetische Küsten­bewohner ausge­brütet: Sieben Schwäne und ein achtes Ei durch­ziehen ihren Blick auf die Stadt. Und mit diesen Festland- und Wellen- und Ufer-Bewohnern ist Neu-Ulm neu zu er­kunden.

This collection of Icelandic fairy tales and legends comes from the days of the Vikings. These stories of trolls, magic, Hidden People, and creatures from the sea were passed down from generation to generation, told on cold winter nights in front of the fire before being written down a hundred years ago. The stories are brought together here and updated, so now you can read about trolls that wandered throughout Iceland, the race of Hidden People with strong magic powers and the four powerful beings that protect Iceland from all invaders. The mermaids and mermen, giants, shape-shifting seals, and dragons in disguise are here for you to discover.

Tree houses are supposed to be magical hideouts. They are high up, shrouded by forest, and far enough out of their small town that no one can stumble across it. At least that was Riley and Ace's belief. That is until Sammy and his followers destroy it, sending Ace and Riley into the woods. While hiding, Riley and Ace discover a forgotten train track and the tunnel that runs underneath. Riley instantly rejects the idea of moving their hideout into the tunnel.It's cold. It's stinks. It gives Riley a horrible feeling.Her suspicions are confirmed when Ace disappears from the tunnel and Riley turns towards a strange local kid who had a similar experience. Together they work to figure out who or what is taking the children and discover how to save her best friend.

Song and Story - Later poems is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Captured and forced to marry Henrik, Megara vows never to forget his monstrous behavior... but her hatred for her husband doesn't weaken her attraction to him. Henrik chases his legacy with the ferocity and strength worthy of a God. He will not be deterred, and he will not fail. Nothing will stand in his way. Not even a wife.But Henrik's strength can not keep Megara's beautiful soul from seeping into his heart. A choice is coming, between everything he ever wanted and the one thing he didn't know he needed.

Si alguna vez se ha sentido atraído por los relatos de los Y¿kai, los dioses y guerreros legendarios que impregnan la rica cultura japonesa, y se ha preguntado de dónde proceden estas intrigantes figuras, 'Mitología japonesa: una aventura épica en el corazón de tradiciones milenarias' es el viaje para usted. Este libro es la respuesta perfecta a su curiosidad sobre la mitología y el pensamiento japoneses. Las páginas de este libro le transportarán a través de las fascinantes leyendas del Sol Naciente, explorando apasionantes relatos que han conformado la identidad cultural de un país conocido por su impresionante belleza y su historia milenaria. Es un viaje no sólo a través del espacio, sino también del tiempo, desde el nacimiento mitológico de las islas japonesas hasta las interpretaciones modernas de sus leyendas. Conocerá a personajes leales y valientes como Momotaro y Benkei, y descubrirá las aventuras que los hicieron legendarios. Te fascinarán los temidos Y¿kai, criaturas sobrenaturales de singular rareza, como el travieso Kappa, el demonio del agua, y la bella Yuki-onna, la mujer de las nieves. Entre otras cosas, descubrirá cómo estas historias siguen vibrando en las fiestas contemporáneas. Este volumen no sólo ofrece una visión detallada de un aspecto fascinante de la cultura japonesa, sino que también sirve de guía ideal para quienes, como usted, deseen profundizar en el conocimiento de un país donde pasado y presente se entrelazan en singular armonía. Un país de contradicciones y perspectivas únicas. A través de este libro, vivirá experiencias únicas como:Inmersión en las épicas historias que narran el nacimiento mitológico de las islas japonesas.El encuentro con las famosas deidades y espíritus mitológicos de Japón, descubriendo quiénes son, sus leyendas e historias.El descubrimiento de otros mitos y leyendas de Japón, donde se explican en detalle enseñanzas y filosofías, incluidos conceptos como el Ikigai.La oportunidad de aventurarse en las hazañas de los valerosos héroes de Japón.Una exploración de los festivales japoneses, para comprender cómo las historias antiguas siguen influyendo en las celebraciones contemporáneas.Un final que enlaza todos los descubrimientos, ofreciéndole consideraciones en profundidad. Por último, pero no por ello menos importante, explorará las filosofías intrínsecas a la cultura japonesa, como el Ikigai, la búsqueda del sentido de la vida, y el Mono no Aware, el profundo compromiso emocional con la magnificencia de la naturaleza y la existencia de los seres humanos. A través de anécdotas e historias, estas antiguas sabidurías se hacen vívidas y aplicables a la vida cotidiana. Atravesar el portal místico y sumergirse en las profundidades de un mundo desconocido está a su alcance. Abra este libro y déjese arrullar por las corrientes del mito japonés, una aventura que le ilumina y enriquece en cada página.

Explore the vibrant folk magic cultures and their history, traditions, and beliefs. Have you ever been curious about the various magic rituals and traditions practiced in different parts of the world? Do you ever feel confused about the difference between Wiccan Magic and Norse Paganism? Is your goal to learn magic rituals and practices as they were taught in various cultures? Folk magic is not just limited to Wiccan magic rituals or Celtic traditions. There's a whole lot more to folk magic, which is practiced worldwide in different ways. Despite the multitude of resources for learning about these cultures, you'd rarely find a consolidated source of information about all of the folk magic cultures in one place. Besides, if you're unsure about which culture they identify with, this book will be the ideal guide to your magic discovery journey. In this book, you'll: Learn about basic folk magic, and get clear concepts about the subject to dispel any misconceptionsFind out which magic practices suit you bestUnderstand the history of various magic cultures and how they originated Discover countless traditional practices and rituals of different magicExplore numerous spells, herbs, and ritualsMaster creating your own spell bookThis insightful book combines informational wisdom and historical facts to guide you toward finding the best magic practice for you. As a beginner and spiritual magic enthusiast, it will be your go-to reference for learning about the vast and captivating world of folk magic.