KOLCHAK: THE NIGHT STALKER THROUGH THE YEARS Carl Kolchak has faced more than his share of monsters throughout his infamous career. Now, Monstrous Books presents 13 short stories chronicling the intrepid reporter's exploits from his time in World War II until his semi-retirement in the 1990s. Kolchak's luck runs out during World War II. Devils in the outfield stir up trouble in the '50s. A road trip with editor Tony Vincenzo in the '70s takes a turn for the worse. Lovecraftian horrors esca...

"...a gritty, vivid portrait of a half-familiar world...Elsewhere works almost perfectly."—Newsday"Will Shetterly not only explores new fantastic territory, he invents a whole new perilous realm, powerfully fascinating. It's a hard-edged vision, sharp as a knife blade, a borderline where punk and funk mix with Blake and Yeats, and Faerie is not as we might expect. Surprising, daring, deeply moving, Elsewhere could only have been written here and now.—Lloyd Alexander, ...

This issue, in addition to great tales from Acquiring Editors Michael Bracken and Barb Goffman, we also have an original mystery from Kathleen Marple Kalb, a modern dark fantasy from John S. Glasby, and much, much more.Here’s the complete lineup—Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure:“Mother’s Day Tea,” by Ashley-Ruth M. Bernier [Michael Bracken Presents short story]At a seemingly innocent kindergarten Mother’s...

From a Pulitzer Prize–winning historian and author of The Story of Civilization , a comprehensive account of India's struggles under British rule.When groundbreaking historian Will Durant traveled to India as part of his research for his landmark The Story of Civilization, he was confronted by the devastating effects of British rule on the subcontinent. Moved by the starvation and poverty he witnessed, Durant put...

The inspiring biography of the adventuresome naturalist Carol Ruckdeschel and her crusade to save her island home from environmental disaster.In a "moving homage . . . that artfully articulates the ferocities of nature and humanity," biographer Will Harlan captures the larger-than-life story of biologist, naturalist, and ecological activist Carol Ruckdeschel, known to many as the wildest woman in America. She wrestles alligators, eats roadkill, rides horses barebac...

'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition' is an expansive compilation that showcases the quintessence of American Western literature. Encompassing a myriad of narratives from high-stakes adventure to nuanced examinations of the human spirit, this anthology embodies the diverse literary styles of the old frontier. Each piece is imbued with the regional flavor and historical context that defined the era, with standout stories that explore the stark...

"An inventive approach to farm-focused, seasonal cooking with bright and vibrant recipes that leave you excited by what might arrive in your CSA box next." —Jennifer McGruther, author of The Nourished KitchenThe CSA Cookbook will help you cook your way through a CSA box (or farmers' market or backyard bounty) with 105 seasonal recipes that utilize every edible part of the plant, from leaves and flowers to stems and seeds. Think o...

Are you a beginning investor just starting out?Looking to learn the art of options trading but don't have any experience?If so, then this book is for you. In “Options Trading for Beginners”, I start out from teaching you the terminology, to taking you through the initial steps of options trading and binary options trading.You'll learn different trading strategies to implement and some of the pitfalls you may want to avoid along the way. By the end of this book you'l...

"There is hope to heal the racial divide. Is the dream of equality Dr. King envisioned still alive today? Can our historic national hurts still be healed? How can we rise above the racial tension threatening the nation? The Dream King is the astonishing true story of two men whose lives are woven together by history and the hidden hand of God. It reveals an inspiring narrative that exposes systemic injustice and delivers new keys for understanding the nation's past, present, and future. • ...

A remarkable account of the weird and wonderful history of smellAcross vast periods of time and around the globe, smell has been central to human life. From the incense burned in medieval religious rituals to the use of modern sniffer dogs, smells have been central to our sense of identity, our ability to build communities, and, perhaps less positively, to mark those deemed unwelcome within them. Our sense of smell brings us the pleasure of good food, wine, and per...

A direct and approachable guide for parents of deaf or hard of hearing children.About 90% of all deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) children are born to parents with typical hearing, so for many moms and dads, their baby will be the first DHH person they've ever met.In The Deaf Baby Instruction Manual, Will Fertman provides the essential information parents need to support their kids from birth through kindergarten and beyond. Fertman not only draws on ...

SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE"Lloyd McNeil's Last Ride broke my heart. And then it somehow mended that shattered heart, made it beat more buoyantly than before. We need books like this and writers like Will Leitch now more than ever.”—Richard Russo, author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilogy of “Fool” novelsFrom the Alex Award-winning and Edgar-nominated author of How Lucky, this twisty, funny, ...