Locked away in an ancient dungeon in a solitary fortress, the last remaining person that holds a memory of the once powerful kingdom of Euwold breathes slowly in his fetid prison. The magic that holds him prisoner is powerful but it can not control his mind. For three centuries he has searched without success for someone, anyone who can accept his thoughts and free him from his forced exile.One lone night in the dead of winter with the Sorol Mountains blanketed beneath a new snow, ...

Book two of The Crystal Point Legacy continues with the company on the run as they flee the two massive black armies surging up from the Great Southern Wastelands. Having seen their lands brutally savaged by the raw power and magic of the dark wizards who are bent on the total destruction of the races of men, four lone figures struggle to evade capture. Three small Sheimas and an outsider to their world are embroiled in a quest to deliver the one talisman that possesses the magic to preven...

Life is hard in the Pit-lands, a desert world filled with sand and scrub and little else. Living is no more than just surviving. As the summer sun sets on his work in the sparse fields he farms, Caide stumbles upon a relic from a time so long ago, the world he lives in has no name for it.It is then his world is thrown into turmoil as the last of his family ties are brutally severed and he is left with nothing but his rage. With no future left to hold on to, Caide seeks revenge the ...

A land held in perpetual summer, the Dream Valley is as lush and beautiful as when the world was born. The air is as sweet as nectar and the water so clear it mirrors the clouds from the sky itself. Nothing ever dies there except for the very old. Never has there been a care until an unexpected invasion from a land long thought dead envelops the Chrystum and two life-long friends are thrown into the ravages of war.Creatures they once fought only in their dreams of glory and grandeur...

This is a collection of short stories with wide-ranging flavors. Travel through time from fantasy realms to a gumshoe of the 1930's to World War II. Walk with kings and prisoners, vampires and grandsons as each tale takes you down a different road.

Written by one of the very first practitioners of ICP-MS, Practical Guide to ICP-MS and Other Atomic Spectroscopy Techniques: A Tutorial for Beginners presents ICP-MS in a completely novel and refreshing way. By comparing it with other complementary atomic spectroscopy (AS) techniques, it gives the trace element analysis user community a glimpse into why the technique was first developed and how the application landscape has defined its use today, 40 years after it was first comme...

Get to know the ultimate skill for using your own two hands! The Art and Craft of the Blacksmith discusses a range of blacksmithing tools, techniques, and projects, from fundamental skills to advanced forging, as well as a gallery showcasing inspiring artists using innovative techniques today.Craftspeople making the transition from interest to hobby and beyond will find both inspiration and practical how-to projects in this comprehensive reference to ironwork. Beginning wi...

Embark on a Digital Detox and Revitalize Your Life"Ditch the Doom: A Journey Away from Endless Scrolling" guides you out of the tech-induced trance to a more mindful existence. This transformative book delves into the harmful effects of doomscrolling, offering practical strategies to reclaim control from daily digital absorption. Explore the science behind our device dependency and its impact on mental health. Recognize signs of digital addiction and implement immediate changes wit...

A tale that hatches from disaster on a global scale. Mary is full of young love and dares to break away from her father’s strict rules for a night. Only for it go so much worse than she could ever imagine. Earth is under attack and everyone flees the planet, but Mary gets left behind. This is only the beginning of her journey. This is only the start of her path to becoming a powerful force. A force she could never have dreamed she could be.

Embark on a Digital Detox and Revitalize Your LifeImagine liberating yourself from the ever-present pull of the smartphone, breaking free from the chains of endless scrolling. "Ditch the Doom: A Journey Away from Endless Scrolling" offers a guiding light out of the tech-induced trance and into a more fulfilling, mindful existence. As we dive into the vortex of the digital world, it's time to ask ourselves: What are we missing while our eyes are glued to our screens?This tra...

A 36-year-old housewife presents in the emergency department complaining of progressively increasing breathlessness over the lasttwo weeks, accompanied by wheeze and a productive cough. You are the medic on duty...100 Cases in Radiology presents 100 radiological anomalies commonly seen by medical students and junior doctors on the ward, in outpatient clinics or in the emergency department. A succinct summary of the patient's history, examination and initial investi...

"Negro Poets and Their Poems" is a significant anthology that showcases the rich tapestry of African American poetry. Compiled by Robert Thomas Kerlin, this collection features a diverse array of voices, each contributing to the broader narrative of African American experiences and cultural heritage. The poems reflect themes of struggle, resilience, love, and identity, offering readers a profound insight into the lives and thoughts of Black poets. This anthology serves as a vital resource ...