Títulos em Antologias e Contos

Beginnend mit einem mysteriösen Mordfall, in dem der Erzähler - Dumas selbst - in eine surreale Welt voller rätselhafter Geschichten gezogen wird, führt das Werk durch eine Vielzahl von phantasmagorischen Erzählungen. Dumas, bekannt für seine historischen Romane, beweist mit diesem Werk sein Geschick für das Fantastische.

Every thirty years, an ancient god hosts a very dangerous game. After Ryder Copeland wakes in a hospital after a suicide attempt, two people immediately try to murder him. A woman named Juliet saves his life and then reveals that he succeeded in his suicide after all. They’re both dead, but a mad god has granted them five more days of life... if they’re willing to kill for it.

An anthology of airships and outlaws... Journey deeper into the vibrant world of Endless Frontier in this captivating collection of four thrilling tales. Ranging from short stories to novellas, these chronicles expand the rich tapestry of a realm where magic and technology collide. Follow a young Sariya Vaeliz as she executes an audacious plan to steal a marvelous airship. Witness Kasta Krane's harrowing escape into the unforgiving desert, where she rediscovers her strength. Join Deputy Raelyn Bovien in a race against time to catch a terrifying serial killer.

Spook will do that. Five spooky tales that transcend the barrier between reality and fantasy! Wrap up warm as you'll shiver!

A collection of twenty short stories inspired by and featuring medieval engravings. Although the pictures are all medieval, some stories occur in the present or future. Aside from other things, I had Mörk Borg, CY_BORG, and Death in Space on my mind. Let yourself be abducted into a world of terraformed androids, organ-based dialogs, unclean revivals, psilocybin-induced travels into the demonlands, and much more.

Ben clocked in and clocked out, living a dreary life until a rip of energy caught his attention. Of course, interfering with the spell proved disastrous and he's sucked into a portal. On Semintor, the fantastical exists alongside wondrous magic. Ben arrives with a massive advantage thanks to his tinkering with the portal that got him there: his Arcana—his ability to cast powerful magic—are downright godly. The man is capable of casting group heals, buffing all sorts of attributes, and more, making him a highly sought after spellcaster, a rare dedicated supporting healer. But there's a catch.

Der ›reisende Enthusiast‹ bewundert und verehrt die Darstellerin der Donna Anna in Mozarts "Don Giovanni". Er findet hinter einer Tapetentür in seinem Hotelzimmer einen Geheimgang, der in eine Opernloge führt. Als er durch die Hauptstraße Berlins spazierte, falt ihm ein altes, nur notdürftig unterhaltenes Haus auf, das zwischen zwei prächtigen Gebäuden steht. Die Geschichte handelt von Nathanael, der seit seiner Kindheit von der Angst vor einer unheimlichen Figur namens Sandmann verfolgt wird. Bei einem dieser Experimente stirbt Nathanaels Vater, was Nathanael tief traumatisiert.

Was eigentlich nur eine kleine Jagd sein sollte, entwickelt sich zu einem Abenteuer, das Caldors Leben auf den Kopf stellt! Plötzlich findet er sich in einer Welt voller Magie, Abenteuer und Politik wieder. Schafft er es, lange genug zu überleben, um seine Ziele zu erreichen? In einer magischen Welt namens 'Wyrd' können nur die, die den Funken haben, Abenteurer sein. Sie stürzen sich in magische Dungeons, schnappen sich coole Beute und leveln auf, indem sie Essenz sammeln. Caldor hat das typische Alter, in dem die meisten ihren Funken entdecken, schon längst überschritten.

In the heart of Jacksen County, Jason has begun to carve out his new destiny. With his magic system now reset, he’s focused on doing something new with his life—ranching. After taking a job at Eldritch Ranch, Jason embraces his role as a rancher under the employ of Sera—a fierce beauty who currently owns the ranch. With a reset Tracker to guide him, he’s establishing his skills with unique rancher spells and learning more about magical beasts.

Fantastic Tales to spook you and make you tingle! A collection of three rather unnatural short stories.

Rebecca Roanhorse’s first publication, “Welcome to Your Authentic Indian Experience™”, was awarded both the Nebula and Hugo award for best short story, and on its strength, Roanhorse was awarded the Astounding Award for Best New Writer. Although Roanhorse began to publish novels including Trail of Lightning and Black Sun, she has continued to write piercing stories that examine the American experience through marginalized perspectives. “River of Bones” returns to the Sixth World series with a novella, this time from Kai’s perspective, as he and Maggie travel back to where he grew up.

Seth loved his life on Earth. He graduated from his dream college, worked at his dream job, and married his dream girl. Unfortunately, it was all taken away from him when he woke up alone in a dark cavern prowling with dangerous monsters. Armed with only a small dagger of mysterious origin, he has no choice but to fight through this web of death and darkness to get to safety.

Storie emergono dalle tenebre, frammenti di vite perdute in lande nebbiose tra lunghi sentieri che sconfinano nella leggenda. C'è la spietata assassina dall'oscuro passato; un cavaliere, ultimo del suo antico ordine; il mago ed il drago; eroi luminosi o campioni del male, protagonisti della Notte Eterna. Ciascun racconto è corredato di scheda del giocatore compilata in ogni dettaglio e pronta per essere ascoltata. La terra di Neir, luogo dell'ambientazione, è caratterizzata da una lunghissima e perpetua notte.

The fight to save British magick rages on—and it’s taking the Society’s beleaguered champions away from Home. Far, far away, to worlds long lost; worlds no one could ever have imagined existed. Dangers and mysteries abound, which is way up Ves’s street. Jay isn’t quite so sure. Severed as they are from the Society’s support, will magick’s unlikely heroes make it Home unscathed? It’ll be fine. After all, these lost magickal domains are the Society’s ultimate dream. What could possibly be so bad about that?

Es herrscht Krieg im Weltenrund. Um die abtrünnige Kolonie wieder unter Kontrolle zu bringen, wird die königliche Armada nach Tirnanog entsandt. Die Paladin Artio begleitet den Heereszug als Gesandte der Kirche, denn sie ist die Einzige, die mit den Wäldern des wilden Landes vertraut ist. Während die Rückeroberung nicht verläuft wie geplant, wird Artio zunehmend mit ihrer Vergangenheit konfrontiert. Bald steht sie vor einer Entscheidung, die alles infrage stellt, woran sie glaubt.

This twist on the Hades and Persephone myth offers a short but incredibly moving tale of love, betrayal, and destined purpose. On the eve of Esme Fischer's christening as the next Tender of Erstwhile Garden, she is tricked into marrying the God of Eternal Rest by his betrothed—her twin sister. Now, bound to the Infernal, Esme struggles for purpose in the dark and compassion from the husband who doesn't want her. But as she finds her footing in the life meant for her sister, a terrible fate befalls the realm she was born to govern.

Kane konfrontiert seine dunkle Vergangenheit und trifft auf die Erdmagierin Freya, die ihm Hoffnung bringt, aber auch Teil des feindlichen Magierrats ist. Meggie setzt alles daran, ihren Freund Conri zu retten und muss sich gleichzeitig mit ihren eigenen Gefühlen und der Frage nach ihrer Unabhängigkeit auseinandersetzen. Steff sieht sich schrecklichen Visionen gegenüber, die das Schicksal der Stadt bedrohen, während Nesa nach Antworten sucht, um ihre Beziehung zu Phil und die Sicherheit der Stadt zu gewährleisten.

Get ready for a wild ride through dark streets, where monsters roam, magic crackles, and heroes fight shadows at every turn. From wizards to vampires, gods to shapeshifters, these stories will drag you into a world where the impossible is just another day.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be immortal? Well, let me tell you, it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. Not that I’m technically immortal; I can die after all. It’s not that I’m a god or anything. Though, now that I think about it, gods aren’t actually immortal either… Anyway. My name is Charles Vefferlin, and I work for a company owned by one of the three Fate sisters, CLA LCC. My branch, located in Boston, is responsible for making beings—human or not—deemed fated to be together to fall in love. Oh, and if you haven’t already put it together, I’m a Cupid.

Vanessa died before Dalton could grant her immortality. Clinging to the faint hope that his wife might return, he subsists on blood and memories through the centuries. Like a phantom sleepwalking through time — always waiting, always searching — he drifts from town to town until the impossible happens. She's there. She might not remember him or their life together. She might have a different name and different life, but he would know the heart fate stole from him anywhere. And now he's faced with an immortal's cruellest dilemma. Does he reclaim what's his or honor her new life?