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Eine Liebe – zwei Welten – unzählige FeindeEigentlich sollte Talisha rundum glücklich sein – sie hat ihre Heimat Remavo gerettet, die Gegner von einst zu Verbündeten gemacht und sie darf bald ihre große Liebe Krian heiraten. Aber anstatt sich auf die Hochzeitsplanung konzentrieren zu können, hat sie alle Hände voll damit zu tun, die ehemals verfeindeten Welten zu einem friedlichen Reich zu verschmelzen.Das gestaltet sich allerdings deutlich schwerer als geahnt, denn Missgunst, Machtgier, Hass und Furcht führen zu allerlei Konflikten zwischen Remavonern und Daraniern. Als wäre das nicht genug, kämpft Talisha auch noch mit Krians Alleingängen. Und am Horizont tauchen bereits neue Gegner auf, die ihre Zerrissenheit ausnutzen. Finden Talisha und Krian wieder zueinander und retten das Reich gemeinsam - oder wird ihre Liebe an den Unterschieden zerbrechen?Ava Cooper (geboren 1971) schreibt seit ihrer Kindheit; überwiegend in den Bereichen Fantasy und Mystery. Schon als Grundschülerin dachte sie sich erste Horrorgeschichten aus und vertonte sie mit dem Kassettenrekorder im heimischen Keller, wo die Türen so schön quietschten.Der Leidenschaft fürs geschriebene Wort ist sie auch später im Berufsleben treu geblieben: Sie arbeitete zunächst als Journalistin, bevor sie in die Kommunikationsabteilung eines Chemiekonzerns wechselte. Wann immer ihre Zeit es zulässt, taucht sie ab in fremde Welten und legt ihren Heldinnen und Helden jede Menge Steine in den Weg.

Nykära Bella och nyligen dumpade Lisette är ägarna av en frisörsalong mitt i centrala Kungsbacka. För att läka sitt brustna hjärta ger sig Lisette ut i världen av nätdejting och blir snabbt charmad av Jonathan. Samtidigt träffar hon upprepande gånger på sin tonårsförälskelse Anton. Han som under en kväll för många år sedan både fångade och krossade hennes hjärta. Är det slumpen eller ödet som för dem samman och kan hon släppa sina sårade känslor och åter låta honom komma in i hennes liv?Under tiden som Bella stöttar sin väns sökande efter ny kärlek fördjupar hon själv relationen med pojkvännen Casper. Det är dags att träffa hans mamma Margaretha vilket leder till att Bella kastas in i ett oväntat familjedrama. När hela historien uppdagas för Bella befinner hon sig plötsligt ofrivilligt i centrum av allt. Motvilligt förstår hon att om hon inte hanterar situationen på rätt sätt kan den potentiellt betyda slutet på hennes och Caspers relation."Balsam för själen" är en härlig feelgood-roman om vänskap, kärlek och familjerelationer, och är första delen i Sjöallén-serien.Ida Fryklund är en svensk författare som är uppvuxen på västkusten. Hon har länge arbetat som marknadsförare men har haft författardrömmar sedan barndomen. 2021 släpptes äntligen hennes feelgood-debut "Gårda Brygga: Med handen på hjärtat". "Balsam för själen" är hennes tredje roman.

Wie kannst du je wieder einem Menschen vertrauen? Diese Frage stellte ich mir, bis zu dem Ausritt, bei dem Duke einem jungen wildfremden Mädchen zur Hilfe eilte. Jeder der sieht, wie er über die Hindernisse fliegt, sagt mir, es wäre falsch ihn auf dem Hof als Freizeitpferd zu verstecken. Aber kann ich mir sicher sein, dass ich, dem Erfolg widerstehen und sein Wohlbefinden an erste Stelle setze, wenn es darauf ankommt? Wie geht es weiter mit mir und Henning? Wohin immer ich ihn begleite, bin ich eine Außenseiterin in einer mir fremden Welt, dir mir nichts bedeutet. Wie kann ich von ihm verlangen, dass er ein Teil meines Lebens wird, wenn ich nicht bereit bin, ein Teil seines zu werden? Liebe bedeutet, zu vertrauen. Bin ich so mutig wie Duke?Romantische und spannende Romane mit Happy-End, so lassen sich die Bücher von Kerstin Rachfahl am besten umschreiben. Die Leidenschaft zum Schreiben entdeckt sie erst spät. Als Mitinhaberin eines IT-Unternehmens und Mutter zweier Kinder blieb ihr keine Zeit für andere Abenteuer. Um wenigstens für ein paar Momente ihrem Alltag zu entfliehen, tauchte sie ein in eine Welt der Fantasie und kam jedes Mal mit frischem Elan in die Realität zurück. 2011 veröffentlichte sie ihren ersten Pferderoman: Duke - ein weiter Weg zurück. Seit dem kann sie sich ein Leben ohne Schreiben und ihre Fans, die ihre Liebe zu den Figuren ihrer Romane teilen, nicht mehr vorstellen. Mehr über die Autorin, ihre Romane und Figuren erfahrt Ihr auf ihrem Autorenblog: kerstin-rachfahl.de.

"It was my good fortune, that the prisons in Germany were still controlled by the Ministry of Justice and not by Heinrich Himmler's Gestapo! It was also a stroke of luck that the staff I came across in the prisons had been there from the time before Hitler came to power. They may have been members og his party, but that was only because it had become a condition of their employment after Hitler had taken over. These weren't the kinds of things I could have known before I arrived. At the sight of a swastika, a raised right hand and a chorus of 'Heil Hitler', I thought I was confronted by a fanatic Nazi. I met the fanatics now and again, but the trick was to find the non-fanatics in each of the prisons."In this autobiography, Boas tells the reader about his experience as a young priest in the Danish church in Hamburg during the Second World War. He was the only Dane allowed to meet the resistance fighters captured and imprisoned in Germany. With a suitcase full of contraband, he was invited into the prisons and gave support and encouragement to the brave Danes that had been imprisoned during their fight for a free Denmark.People who enjoyed 'Babylon Berlin' and the constant tightrope walk Gereon Rath (played by Volker Bruch) and Charlotte Ritter (played by Liv Lisa Fries) have to tread between different factions in German society, should read 'Sophus Boas - A Danish Priest in the Third Reich'.Sophus Boas (1914-1994) was a Danish priest and author. During his life as a priest, Boas travelled around the world bringing the gospel and his help to people in need. During the Second World War, he met with the imprisoned Danish resistance in Germany. After the war, his calling took him to Korea, Spain and Argentina.

Can a lowly shoeshine boy called Dick make his way up the ladder to bigger and better things or is he destined to be poor for his whole life?This classic rags-to-riches story follows young Dick Hunter’s life in New York City from his position as a lowly shoeshine boy to his rise through society. Wildly popular long after it was first published, 'Ragged Dick' is the first story in Horatio Alger Jr. famous series. Dick's confidence, determination, and great sense of humour help him a lot in life, especially with his encounters with people good and bad alike.Horatio Alger Jr. (1832-1899) was an American writer who worked predominantly in the young adult genre. His protagonists are often boys who undergo tremendous transformations and whose humble origins at the beginning are contrasted with their successful careers at the end of their journeys.Among his many novels, the most important ones are 'Ragged Dick', 'Fame and Fortune', 'Rough and Ready', and 'Adrift in New York'. A 1982 musical, Shine!, was based on Alger's work, particularly Ragged Dick and Silas Snobden's Office Boy.

Everyone knows the story of Cinderella and her evil stepmother and sisters. Poor Elsie unfortunately finds herself in a similar situation. Only time will tell if she manages to survive?Elsie is an eight year old girl who lives with her father, and mourns the absence of her unknown mother. Elsie's stepmother and her own children look down on her and treat her badly. Poor Elsie is having a really hard time and her father does not seem to know how to help her. Something suddenly changes and he turns to God for guidance and spiritual escape.An amazing book that above all teaches morals and standards in children, showing them how to believe in themselves and be better human beings.Martha Finley (1828-1909) was an American teacher and author. Quite prolific, she wrote many books for children, teeming with sentimental and strictly religious beliefs. Her most noted created is the 28-volume 'Elsie Dinsmore' series (1867-1905). She also wrote under the pen name Martha Farquharson.Many of her early works were short stories contributed to the children's sections of Sunday-school papers.

Shot through with his trademark humour, ‘Trying Conclusions’ is the fourteenth collection of poems from the lauded writer. Containing twenty-three poems, the topics vary wildly, from short verses on waiting rooms and fast cars to longer musings on his family, war, and the US Congress. Nemerov’s sense of the satirical is best seen in shorter offerings, where he takes a literary look at life from the other end of the telescope. A superb introduction to the works of one of the 20th Century’s most subversive scribes.Howard Nemerov (1920 – 1991) was an American novelist and poet, who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1978. His novels are characterised by the use of self-deprecating wit and an ongoing sense of irony. While his books tended to satirise 20th Century American life, his poems often focussed on the beauty and innocence of nature. In addition, Nemerov also worked as a scriptwriter, most notably on the film, ‘Tall Story,’ starring Anthony Perkins and Jane Fonda.

Widely considered to be among his best works, ‘War Stories’ is a collection of poems detailing Nemerov’s observations and personal experiences of the Second World War. From the grand, sweeping reflections of ‘The War in the Heavens’ to the haunting verses of ‘The War in the Streets,’ this anthology is as pertinent now as it was when it was first published. A superb book for those with an interest in World War II, or those who want to see a different side to this usually-satirical poet.Howard Nemerov (1920 – 1991) was an American novelist and poet, who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1978. His novels are characterised by the use of self-deprecating wit and an ongoing sense of irony. While his books tended to satirise 20th Century American life, his poems often focussed on the beauty and innocence of nature. In addition, Nemerov also worked as a scriptwriter, most notably on the film, ‘Tall Story,’ starring Anthony Perkins and Jane Fonda.

A wizard with words, Nemerov presents this collection of poems in his typical, sardonic style. However, the humour is used to slide more important themes under the radar, making this both a funny and reflective read. Poems such as ‘Fish Swimming Amid Falling Flowers,’ and ‘Graven Images’ see his haunting observations on nature, while others, such as ‘Acts of God,’ and ‘Striders’ deal with more epic ideas. A superb introduction to one of the greatest American poets of the 20th Century.Howard Nemerov (1920 – 1991) was an American novelist and poet, who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1978. His novels are characterised by the use of self-deprecating wit and an ongoing sense of irony. While his books tended to satirise 20th Century American life, his poems often focussed on the beauty and innocence of nature. In addition, Nemerov also worked as a scriptwriter, most notably on the film, ‘Tall Story,’ starring Anthony Perkins and Jane Fonda.

Everyone knows the rhyme about poor Humpty Dumpty but how many have heard the tale of his son?Humpty Dumpty’s son wants to be different form his father, harder and not so fragile. The son vows to become stronger than his father and more resilient to breaking. He goes to the black hen for advice, and his story begins.What a marvelous adventure awaits Humpty Dumpty's son!Humpty's many travels and escapades continue to please children all around the world.William Wallace Denslow (1856-1915) was an American illustrator and caricaturist. He is most famous for a number of one notable, classic nursery rhymes and stories.He also drew the illustrations for 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' (1900), which as everyone knows was written by L. Frank Baum and turned into many movies with most famous starring Judy Garland. Who can ever forget the adventures of Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Lion!

In this dazzling collection, Nemerov plays with other forms of poetry, including gnomic verse, sonnets, and lyrics. ‘Sentences’ reverberates with imaginative approaches to poetry, and the subject matters are equally varied. Poems, such as ‘A Christmas Storm,’ and ‘By Al Leibowitz’s Pool’ are both charming and fantastic examples of the author’s ability with words. Shot through with his trademark sense of the satirical, ‘Sentences’ is a must for Nemerov fans, and for those looking for an introduction to his work.Howard Nemerov (1920 – 1991) was an American novelist and poet, who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1978. His novels are characterised by the use of self-deprecating wit and an ongoing sense of irony. While his books tended to satirise 20th Century American life, his poems often focussed on the beauty and innocence of nature. In addition, Nemerov also worked as a scriptwriter, most notably on the film, ‘Tall Story,’ starring Anthony Perkins and Jane Fonda.

When Rancher Ben Ide moves his family to Arizona, it initially seems to be only because of his sick mother. But the need for finding his old riding partner Nevada is too great.Ide buys a beautiful ranch for himself and his family but there is danger luring in their new area. The surrounding territory is known for cattle rustling, and Ide struggles to keep his cattle and horses from the rustlers' claws.Who can Ben Ide trust, and who is out to get him?At the same time, Nevada resumes his life as an outlaw and gets involved in the dangerous world of rustling. Nevada once again sacrifices his own reputation, and safety, in order to protect Ben Ide, in this sequel to 'Forlorn River'.With action, violence, honor and cowboys, this is the perfect novel for Western fans.Grey's novels and stories were adapted to more than 100 movie and television productions with the most well-known being the movie Riders of the Purple Sage (1996) starring Ed Harris, Amy Madigan and Henry Thomas.Zane Grey (1872-1939) was a popular American author, best known for his adventure novels and short stories. The topics of the American West and the Frontier were central to his writings, and Grey became engrossed within the Western genre.Many of his novels were written from the perspective and experience gained from his hunting and travelling trips all around the West. Some of Grey’s most famous novels include 'Riders of the Purple Sage', 'The Last Trail' and 'Valley of Wild Horses'.

‘Tappan’s Burro, and Other Stories’ (1923) is a collection of classic western tales from the master of the genre, American author Zane Grey, best known for his romanticized stories about the old West.Tappan and his burro Jenet, is an impressive, Western duo searching for gold. Jenet is a great companion, since she knows the trails and waterholes of their upcoming journey to remote, dangerous terrain better than her prospecting owner.Trekking through the searing heat of Death Valley and the freezing blizzards of Arizona's mountains, the duo’s adventures take them to the brink of death in the search of gold.This gripping short story is a tale of loyalty, courage and friendship with a Western twist.The book features four other short stories: ‘The Great Slave’, ‘Yaqui’, ‘Tigre’ and ‘The Rubber Hunter’.Pearl Zane Grey (1872 – 1939) was an American author best known for his popular adventure novels about the American West. His stories are credited with the creation of the ‘Western’ literary genre.The novel ‘Riders of the Purple Sage’ (1912) was Grey’s best-selling work, while other popular titles include ‘The Lone Star Ranger’ (1915), ‘The U.P. Trail’ (1918), ‘Call of the Canyon’ (1924), and ‘Code of the West’ (1934). His nonfiction books include ‘Tales of Fishing’ (1925). Grey wrote more than 80 books in total, a number of which were published posthumously.Many of his works have been adapted for tv and film, including ‘Zane Grey Theatre’ (1956-1958) and ‘Riders of the Purple Sage’ (1996) starring Ed Harris.

Zwei Welten – die eine licht, die andere dunkel. Ein bevorstehender Krieg. Eine Spionin, die zur Kriegerin wird.Um den drohenden Krieg zwischen den Welten zu verhindern, schleicht sich Talisha ins feindliche Heerlager. Als Dienerin des Heerführers Krian kann sie nicht nur seine Pläne ausspionieren, sondern auch gegen ihn intrigieren. Doch dabei stellt sie fest, dass nicht alles böse ist und selbst ihr Feind unerwartet gute Seiten hat. So muss Talisha sich bald fragen, was gefährlicher ist: ihre Mission oder ihre Gefühle für Krian ...Ava Cooper (geboren 1971) schreibt seit ihrer Kindheit; überwiegend in den Bereichen Fantasy und Mystery. Schon als Grundschülerin dachte sie sich erste Horrorgeschichten aus und vertonte sie mit dem Kassettenrekorder im heimischen Keller, wo die Türen so schön quietschten.Der Leidenschaft fürs geschriebene Wort ist sie auch später im Berufsleben treu geblieben: Sie arbeitete zunächst als Journalistin, bevor sie in die Kommunikationsabteilung eines Chemiekonzerns wechselte. Wann immer ihre Zeit es zulässt, taucht sie ab in fremde Welten und legt ihren Heldinnen und Helden jede Menge Steine in den Weg.

It’s the ultimate plot to steal the Crown Jewels from the Tower of London. But when a criminal mastermind finds Scotland Yard detectives sniffing around his tracks, things become far from easy. And when a beautiful girl arrives on the scene, distractions are all the more inevitable.Packed with suspense, tension and thrills, Edgar Wallace’s rip-roaring crime novel ‘The Traitor’s Gate’ is perfect for fans of BBC’s hit series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was an English writer so prolific, that his publisher claimed that he was responsible for a quarter of all books sold in England. An author, journalist and poet, Wallace wrote countless novels, short stories, screen plays, stage plays, along with historical non-fiction. His work has been adapted into more than 160 films. In 1932, Wallace died suddenly in Hollywood, during the initial drafting of his most famous work, ‘King Kong’.

‘No Other Tiger’ (1927) was written by British author A.E.W. Mason, famous for his best-selling novel ‘The Four Feathers’ (1902).While in Burma, Colonel John Strickland encounters a mysterious man who brings shocking news of a woman in England. Setting out on an adventure that will take him to England and the South of France, Strickland must solve the mystery if he is to save the woman he loves.A must for readers of Mason’s Inspector Hanaud novels, this mystery thriller is perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot.Alfred Edward Wooley Mason (1865-1948) was a British writer, actor and politician. He is best remembered for his 1902 novel ‘The Four Feathers’ which has been adapted for screen on multiple occasions, including the 2002 film starring Heath Ledger and Kate Hudson.His first novel, ‘A Romance of Wastdale’, was published in 1895. Mason went on to write more than 20 books, including ‘At The Villa Rose’ (1910) which introduced his popular French detective, Inspector Hanaud, a Gallic counterpart to Sherlock Holmes. Other works include, ‘The House of the Arrow’ (1924), ‘No Other Tiger’ (1927), ‘The Prisoner in the Opal’ (1929) and ‘Fire Over England’ (1937).

When a man is found dead one early morning with his throat cut, detective J.G. Reeder knows he is about to have his work cut out for him. It can but only be the work of John Flack, Crazy John Flack. An evil genius madman, he’s escaped from Broadmoor Criminal Asylum and is on move. But detective Reeder is perhaps the only match for Crazy John, and he’s not giving up easily.A thrilling murder mystery tale of two sharp witted men trying to out-do one and another, Edgar Wallace’s ‘Terror Keep’ is ideal for fans of the blockbbuster hit "Knives Out" starring Daniel Craig.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was an English writer so prolific, that his publisher claimed that he was responsible for a quarter of all books sold in England. An author, journalist and poet, Wallace wrote countless novels, short stories, screen plays, stage plays, along with historical non-fiction. His work has been adapted into more than 160 films. In 1932, Wallace died suddenly in Hollywood, during the initial drafting of his most famous work, ‘King Kong’.

As an aristocrat by birth, Violet Jacob's decision to write poetry in Scots dialect risked ridicule from her peers, who considered it vulgar. Most others would struggle to take her efforts seriously - until they read it.'Northern Lights and Other Poems' shows her consummate knowledge and use of the vernacular.The verses are packed with rich detail about people and places - exploring emotions, the natural world, sexuality and a love for Scotland.This collection is perfect for fans of the poetry of Marion Angus and William Dunbar.Violet Jacob (1863-1946) was a Scottish novelist and poet. She is best known for her historical novel of the Jacobite Rising 'Flemington' and for her poetry, written primarily in Scots.She was born into the House of Dun, an aristocratic family, and was of Royal heritage, as the great-granddaughter of King William IV - though his child, her grandmother, was illegitimate.The essayist, journalist and political figure Hugh McDiarmid described Jacob as "by far the most considerable of contemporary vernacular poets".

Someone is losing money. Fast. And when forged notes start to appear, Peter Clifton’s hefty riches are called into question. Even his new wife, Jane Leith, can’t help but doubt the man’s bottomless wealth. But when two inspectors clandestinely enter her room one night searching for clues, there’s no telling how a quick witted, clever and tactful woman might react.Packed with suspense and thrills, Edgar Wallace’s ‘The Forger’ is ideal for fans of ‘Inside Man’ and ‘Now You See Me’.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was an English writer so prolific, that his publisher claimed that he was responsible for a quarter of all books sold in England. An author, journalist and poet, Wallace wrote countless novels, short stories, screen plays, stage plays, along with historical non-fiction. His work has been adapted into more than 160 films. In 1932, Wallace died suddenly in Hollywood, during the initial drafting of his most famous work, ‘King Kong’.

This adventure novel is the ninth in the series and picks up where the action left off in 'Tarzan the Terrible'.Tarzan, Jane and their son Korak find an orphaned lion club, which Tarzan decides to take home and train.However when news gets out of Tarzan's discovery of the treasure chamber in the lost city, plots are concocted to try and steal his fortune.After he is captured and held captive by thieves, the race is on for him to try and save the gold and the diamonds.Popularized by Disney's animated adventure film from 1999, ´Tarzan´ is Edgar Rice Burroughs’ much-beloved series of a child who is brought up by apes in the lush African jungle. Burroughs´ novels about the feral ape-man in the loincloth cover his adventures in the jungle, his confrontations with civilization, and his kinship with both apes and humans.Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was an American author, best known for his novel ‘Tarzan of the Apes’ (1914) and its sequels as well as the Barsoom series. During World War II, he was one of the oldest U.S war correspondents.

Sherwood Anderson built his literary reputation on his to-the-point novels about American life.When he turned his hand to poetry, he stayed on-message - producing a powerful collection of verse that sometimes punches hard enough to wind you.'A New Testament' pulls together at-times visceral poems describing the people and places around him and themes including death, hunger and a visit from God.Strap yourself in for a rugged ride!The work of Sherwood Anderson is ideal for fans of authors he influenced, including Ernest Hemingway and John Steinbeck.Sherwood Anderson (1876-1941) was an American novelist and short story writer.He became a copywriter and business owner in Ohio, but quit his business and his family after a nervous breakdown in 1912.A move to Chicago saw Anderson focus more on his writing as he mixed with well-known authors. His career was launched in 1919 by the short-story sequence 'Winesburg, Ohio', but he had by then published other titles, including the novels 'Windy McPherson's Son' and 'Marching Men' and a collection of prose poems, 'Mid-American Chants' (1918).His other bestseller, 'Dark Laughter', was published in 1925.

Geheimnisse bleiben so lange sicher verwahrt, bis ein kleiner Funke an Unachtsamkeit ein Feuer entzündet und alles ans Tageslicht bringt.Elisha und Cade haben etwas gemeinsam - ihr Leben birgt viele Geheimnisse. Vielleicht ist das der Grund, warum sie sich auf Anhieb zueinander hingezogen fühlen? Als sich der Schatten der Vergangenheit über sie legt und ihr Leben aus der Bahn zu werfen droht, wird ihnen klar, wie viel sie einander bedeuten.Sie begegnen sich an Elishas erstem Tag an ihrer neuen Schule. Cade bringt Elishas Herz mit seinen blauen Augen und seiner sanften Art zum Flattern. Schritt für Schritt tastet er sich an sie heran, bis sie sich entgegen ihrer Vorsätze auf eine Beziehung mit ihm einlässt. Doch Cade hat mit den Dämonen seiner Vergangenheit zu kämpfen. Als Briefe auftauchen, die seine Mutter vor ihrem Tod verfasst hat, kommen schreckliche Geheimnisse ans Licht. Geheimnisse, die mit dem spurlosen Verschwinden eines Mädchens zu tun haben. Geheimnisse, die einen Menschen in Verzweiflung stürzen und dazu bringen, ein Verbrechen zu begehen.Anna Loyelle schreibt Jugendromane, Erotikgeschichten und Kurzgeschichten unterschiedlicher Genres. Hinter dem Pseudonym Anna Loyelle verbirgt sich die Gründerin und Herausgeberin des Tiroler Literaturmagazins - Schreib Was - Andrea Kammerlander. Mehr über die Autorin erfahren Sie auf www.anna-loyelle.at.

‘Love’ begins with the narrator writing a long, poetic and lovelorn letter to the object of his affections, Sasha. It has to be absolutely perfect. However, her reply isn’t exactly what he expected. This superbly-observed short story serves as an allegory to the trials and tribulations faced by those falling in love. Wistful, whimsical, and funny, it’s an essential read for those who want to find out more about the man behind classic plays, such as ‘The Seagull.’Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860 – 1904) was born in Taganrog, in Southern Russia. The son of a grocer, and the third of six children, he was educated at the local Greek School. After Chekhov’s father became bankrupt, the family lived in poverty, before fleeing to Moscow to avoid debtor’s prison. However, a man called Selivanov paid the debts, for the price of the familial home and Chekhov was able to complete his education, funding himself through working as a tutor and selling short stories to the local newspaper.After writing a series of tales for various publications, Chekhov started to gain critical attention. However, it was a trip to the Ukraine that put the literary wheels in motion. After the publication of his novella, ‘The Steppe,’ he was commissioned to write a play, resulting in ‘Ivanov.’Over the course of his career, Chekhov wrote more than 200 short stories, and 14 plays. Works, such as ‘The Seagull,’ ‘The Cherry Orchard,’ and ‘Uncle Vanya,’ have been performed on stages across the world.

H.G. Wells's short story, 'A Catastrophe' was published alongside many of his other works in 'The Plattner Story and Others'. This novella is a poignant tale of a cloth merchant, named Winslow, whose business is on the brink of bankrupcy; his competitor Bandersnatch undercuts his prices and he still owes his investors – Helter, Skelter and Grab – money. His fortunes change, however, when the titular catastrophe strikes the family just in time to stop complete financial ruin.H.G. Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific writer and the author of more than 50 novels. Additionally, he wrote more than 60 short stories, alongside various scientific papers. Many of his most famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Time Machine,’ starring Guy Pearce, ‘War of the Worlds,’ starring Tom Cruise, and ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss. Because of his various works exploring futuristic themes, Wells is regarded as one of the ‘Fathers of Science Fiction.’

A sombre, grieving monk, ferries a man across the river to visit his local church for the Easter holiday festivities. As they journey towards the celebrations and excitement on the opposite bank, the ferryman recounts the death of his best friend Nikolai.Written by the famous Russian author and playwright, Anton Chekhov, ‘Easter Eve’ (1886) is an atmospheric tale of friendship and grief. Regarded as one of the greatest writers in the world, Chekhov is famous for his plays, including ‘Uncle Vanya’, ‘The Seagull’, ‘Three Sisters’ and ‘The Cherry Orchard’, and for his influence in the development of the modern short story.Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a prolific Russian playwright and short-story writer and is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the world. He wrote several famous plays including ‘Uncle Vanya’, ‘The Seagull’, ‘Three Sisters’ and ‘The Cherry Orchard’. They are still performed all over the world and are considered to be masterpieces.Chekhov wrote over one hundred short stories including ‘The Lady with a Dog’, ‘Rothschild’s Violin’, ‘About Love’ and ‘The Bishop’. Credited with being the single most important influence on the development of the modern short story, as well as the father of modern drama, his popularity continues to grow. The Russian’s work has influenced many important writers, including James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway and Tennessee Williams and continues to influence writers and audiences to this day.

Der er intet hemmeligt, som ikke skal åbenbares, og intet skjult, som ikke skal blive kendt.Lukasevangeliet kap. 12 vers 2-3 Velkommen til Chapel Croft. Her blev otte protestantiske martyrer brændt på bålet for 500 år siden. For 30 år siden forsvandt to teenagepiger ud i den blå luft. Og for blot to måneder siden begik den lokale præst selvmord.Præsten Jack Brooks ankommer til landsbyen med håbet om en ny begyndelse og en fredfyldt tilværelse sammen med sin fjortenårige datter. I stedet bliver hun mødt af en by, med en århundreder lang historie præget af blodsudgydelser og dystre hemmeligheder.Da Jack og hendes datter begynder at se ildevarslende syner, og rituelle pindedukker begynder at dukke op på deres dørtrin, bliver det klart, at byens blodige fortid stadig spøger. Jack kan ikke undgå at blive viklet ind i de ældgamle mysterier og snart må hun tilmed kæmpe for sin og sin datters overlevelse. Der er nemlig ikke ufarligt at søge sandheden i Chapel Croft, hvor alle har noget at skjule.Brændende piger er en intens og urovækkende thriller om fatale fortielser, og hvad der sker, når sandheden kommer frem om ældgamle hemmeligheder.

Auch mit fast dreißig hofft Jaromir noch immer auf seinen Durchbruch als Comiczeichner und dümpelt von einem schlecht bezahlten Grafikjob zum nächsten. Kein Wunder also, dass seine Freundin sich für eine männliche Alternative mit besseren Perspektiven entschieden und ihn mit seinem dreibeinigen Kater in der winzigen Dachwohnung zurückgelassen hat. Damit nicht genug, droht ihm sein Vermieter auch noch mit der Zwangsräumung. Zum Glück hat Jaromir Freunde, die ihn aufmuntern. Mit ihnen teilt er eine Leidenschaft, durch die er den Kopf wieder freibekommt: das Geocaching. Bei der GPS-gestützten Suche nach Caches in gut versteckten kleinen Dosen findet er weit mehr als erwartet. Sein Plan, den Frauen vorerst abzuschwören, gerät dabei gehörig ins Wanken ...Susanne Fletemeyer lebt mit ihrer Familie in der Region Hannover, nicht weit vom Steinhuder Meer. Mit dem Erfinden von Geschichten erschafft sie sich den perfekten Gegenpol zu ihrem Beruf als technische Redakteurin. Wenn sie also nicht gerade Bedienungsanleitungen schreibt, erweckt sie leidenschaftlich gern skurrile Charaktere zum Leben. Und zwar sowohl mit der Tastatur als auch mit dem Zeichenstift. Mehr über die Autorin: www.fletemeyer.net

For Western lovers and old romantics, 'Under the Toto Rim' follows schoolteacher Lucy Watson as she integrates into a backwoods community.Following her father's death, young Lucy Watson takes on the newly founded position as a welfare officer to help an isolated society. Her job is to help them both mentally and physically.Lucy's bravery and fearless attitude towards the isolated help win over locals, as they realize the practical results of her work.A page turner about morals, love, strength of character and cultural identity.Zane Grey (1872-1939) was a popular American author, best known for his adventure novels and short stories. The topics of the American West and the Frontier were central to his writings, and Grey became totally engrossed within the Western genre.Many of his novels were written from the perspective and experience gained from his hunting and travelling trips all around the West. Some of Grey’s most famous novels include 'Riders of the Purple Sage', 'The Last Trail' and 'Valley of Wild Horses'.His novels and stories were adapted to more than 100 movie and television productions with the most well-known being the movie Riders of the Purple Sage (1996) starring Ed Harris, Amy Madigan and Henry Thomas.

'Rose Macleod' follows the relationship between grandmother and granddaughter Madam Fulton and Electra. Madam Fulton, a writer, receives acclaim for her writing but won't pursue it further much to her granddaughter's annoyance. While granny chooses not to pursue a writing career, Electra navigates relationships and begins to work apart from her beloved grandmother.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.

Henri is a shameless and spoiled heir. When he falls in love with the beautiful Paquita, he simply must seduce her. But Paquita already has a lover. Brimming with anger and revenge upon this realisation, his disillusioned heart sets out to murder. Who will meet their end? And more importantly, what secrets will the entangled web of love uncover? Crafted with spellbinding extravagance, ‘The Girl with the Golden Eyes’ captures the underside of Parisian society. Bursting with passionate emotion and uncontrollable wrath, the intoxicating tale is perfect for fans of Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, most famous for his collection of novels and plays named ‘The Human Comedy’. Celebrated today as one of the greatest French writers and founders of realism, his works captures detailed observations of humanity and post-Napoleonic French society. A master-creator of realistic characters which navigate complex webs of moral and social dilemmas, Balzac’s work has inspired BBC series starring Helen Mirren and Margaret Tyzack.