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Enter the dark and brilliant imagination of Edgar Allan Poe with this complete collection of his stories, poems, and essays. From gothic horror and psychological suspense to pioneering detective fiction, Poes work has shaped modern literature like no other. An essential volume for fans of mystery, macabre storytelling, and literary classics.

Explore the chilling imagination of H. P. Lovecraft in this complete collection of his fiction and writings. From cosmic horror to forbidden knowledge, Lovecrafts work reshaped horror and science fiction forever. Rich in atmosphere and philosophical dread, these stories continue to influence literature, film, and gaming, making this volume essential for fans of horror and speculative fiction.

Enjoy the brilliance, humor, and elegance of Oscar Wilde in this complete collection of his literary works. Featuring plays, novels, essays, and stories, this edition showcases Wildes sharp wit, social satire, and unforgettable style. A timeless collection for readers who appreciate intelligence, humor, and classic literary charm.

Through fifteen stories set in early twentieth-century Dublin, James Joyce explores the everyday lives of children, young people, and adults marked by moral, social, and emotional paralysis. His charactersclerks, artists, resigned women, aimless dreamersexperience small, intimate revelations, sudden moments of awareness that illuminate, if only briefly, the truth of their lives.With a sober, precise, and deeply innovative style, Joyce abandons conventional dramatism to reveal the grandeur and the tragedy of the ordinary. Dubliners is a work of eloquent silences and minimal gestures, in which each story unveils the complexity of the human soul and turns the city of Dublin into a living characteroppressive and endearing at once. An essential book for understanding the birth of modern narrative.

DescriptionWhen the notorious human trafficking syndicate Paradise Bird emerges from the shadows, leaving a trail of mutilated bodies and shattered lives, only one person is driven enough to infiltrate its heart. Yvonne, the last surviving member of her family, has buried every relative in the unmarked graves of City M, Country T. Her sister, Mona, was the latest victim. Now, with nothing left to lose, she defies her protector, Simon, and goes rogue. Posing as a victim, Yvonne is trafficked into the Golden Pavilion, a front for Paradise Birds horrors, where she catches the eye of its ruthless second-in-command, Vincent. To survive and avenge her family, she must walk a razors edge between the monster who loved her sister and the network that destroyed them all. In a world where organs are currency and trust is a death sentence, Yvonnes only mission is to burn it all downeven if it means she has no path home.

DescriptionWhen Sophia wakes up in the world of a steamy romance novel, she has one mission: complete the systems task, zero out the villains blackening value, and return to reality with a massive fortune. But the cold, commanding CEO Ethan, her husband in this world, is not what he seems. Just as shes about to succeed, a shocking discovery changes everything: shes pregnant with the villains child. Ethan, the man with a 90% blackening score, pleads with her to keep their baby. Sophia agrees, seeing it as her final step to freedom. But can a villain truly change? As secrets unravel and old flames like Victor interfere, Sophia finds that escaping a storyand a powerful mans heartis far more dangerous than any fall down the stairs. In a world of replacement lovers,first loves, and hidden agendas, she must navigate a treacherous path where love and survival are intricately entwined.

DescriptionNinas life takes a wild turn when the schools notorious bad boy, Ryan, starts showing her unexpected kindness. Accused of a scandalous early romance she never had, Nina finds herself in the principals office, facing expulsion. But the real shock comes when her free-spirited mother, Yvonne, arrives in a flashy red Ferrari. In a jaw-dropping revelation, Yvonne points to Ryans wealthy father and tells Nina, "Call him Dad." Suddenly, Nina isnt just the girl from a modest backgroundshes the secret daughter of a powerful tycoon and the newfound sister of the most feared boy in school. As she navigates this new reality, her bitter rival Lily plots revenge, unaware that Nina now has a fiercely protective brother in Ryan. A story of hidden identities, family secrets, and high school drama where the ultimate power move is finding out your bully is now your family.

DescriptionLunas life is a checklist: a successful career, a quick marriage before thirty to secure her inheritance, and absolutely no children for the next five years. Her 20th date with the seemingly perfect Leo is on track until a fiery, red-haired stranger storms in, drags her away, and makes an impossible claim: "Im your daughter from the future!" Meet Evelyn, who insists shes traveled back two decades to stop her mothers disastrous marriage. Armed with photos and heartbreaking future truths, Evelyn warns that Leo is a gold-digging cheat whose betrayal will leave Luna bankrupt, broken, and battling cancer. Skeptical yet haunted, Luna finds herself torn between her familys ultimatum and this mysterious girls desperate plea. As Evelyn pushes her toward Sean, Lunas charming but infuriating childhood friend, long-buried feelings and new possibilities begin to surface. Can Luna trust a future she cannot see and rewrite her destiny in time? A witty, heartwarming, and suspenseful tale of fate, family, and the unexpected chances that come from the most unlikely places.

DescriptionWhen a slanderous video shatters her best friends reputation, student council rep Lila must uncover a hidden enemy on campus before malicious rumors destroy an innocent life. She races against time, navigating anonymous threats, corrupt authorities, and a twisted web of jealousy, risking her own future to expose the trutheven as the crisis pushes her friend to the edge.

DescriptionMia thought she had the perfect online romance. Her gaming partner, the legendary Leo, carried her to victory in the arena and showered her with affection (and generous cash transfers). Their virtual love story was flawlessuntil a real-life encounter with a tall, infuriatingly handsome stranger who stole her last bottle of milk tea shattered the illusion. Little does Mia know, the rude guy from the supermarket and her doting online boyfriend might be one and the same. When Leo suddenly ghosts her after a heated in-game argument, Mia is left heartbroken and vengeful. But fate has a twisted sense of humor. Soon, the campus heartthrob Leo corners her at the dorm, eyes blazing with a mix of hurt and fury, demanding to know why she dumped him. Get ready for a hilarious, sweet, and wildly entertaining romantic comedy where online personas collide with offline reality. Who will have the last laugh in this game of love, lies, and ultimate revenge? Perfect for fans of enemies-to-lovers and secret identity tropes!

DescriptionJulian and Kevin, two broke construction workers living in a damp basement, stumble upon a terrifying yet lucrative secret hidden within the walls of a remote psychiatric hospital. Desperate for cash after Kevins medication runs out, they are offered a bizarre deal by the enigmatic Dr. Vincent: earn $300 each for a single nights work. What begins as a simple, if unsettling, errand plunges them into the shadowy experiments of Dr. Marcus, a neuroscientist who believes he can manipulate human emotion and memory through electrical brain stimulation. As they witness patients subjected to agonizing procedures and addictive treatments, Julian and Kevin must decide how far theyre willing to go for fast money. Trapped between poverty and a chilling moral abyss, they uncover a password to wealth far more dangerous than they ever imagined. Can they get rich without losing their minds?

DescriptionAnya was once a brilliant student with a bright future, until her world was shattered by betrayal and cruelty. Her boyfriend Leo abandoned her for her tormentor, Chloe, leading to Anyas public humiliation, expulsion, and the tragic loss of her father. Exiled and broken, she was left with nothing but a burning desire for vengeance. Five years later, Anya has reinvented herself. With a new identity and the support of a powerful ally, she returnsnot as a victim, but as a predator in their midst. Now moving in the elite circles where Leo and Chloe bask in their success, Anya meticulously plots to dismantle their perfect lives from the inside. Every smile is a mask, every word a calculated move in her game of revenge. But as she gets closer to her targets, the lines between justice and obsession begin to blur. How far will she go to reclaim what was stolen from her? A gripping tale of betrayal, transformation, and ultimate retribution

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The Whispering Path of Dreams is a gentle journey through a night that listens.In this calming, poetic collection, Christopher T. Winters invites you to wander beneath moonlit skies, through silent gardens, dream-lit lakes and luminous shelters woven from fading light. Each chapter unfolds like a soft breath, guiding you deeper into a world where fears dissolve in the wind and forgotten lullabies rise to carry you home.Written with Winters signature warmth and serenity, this book offers a refuge for anyone seeking stillness, comfort, or a moment of quiet magic. Perfect for reading before bed, for unwinding after long days, or for drifting into an atmosphere where the night speaks back in whispers.A book for gentle souls, stargazers, dreamers and all who believe that calm can be a place you walk toward.

Silent Command Rituals Book 8: The Invitation at Midnightby Cassian WardThe night opens a door she was never meant to cross.Elena receives an elegant, black-sealed invitation bearing his handwritingbut marked with a symbol she has never seen. At midnight, she steps into his other world: a world of masks, whispers, and dangerous quiet; a place where power moves without sound and every gaze carries meaning.Inside this private society, Sir is not merely her guide.He is known.Respected.Feared.And she, for the first time, is seen.As Elena follows him through the rules of the housesilence, obedience, proximityshe discovers how desire becomes ritual, how devotion becomes protection, and how every moment of stillness binds her deeper to him. But not everyone in this world believes she belongs at his side. Rival eyes linger. Old alliances crack.Danger moves behind the masks.When he claims her publicly for the first time, the room shifts.When she chooses him despite the risk, the night deepens.And when he seals their vow under the cold glow of midnight, nothing between them remains untouched.Dark, elegant, and breathlessly intimate, The Invitation at Midnight expands the Silent Command Rituals universe into new territorywhere silence is a weapon, power is a performance, and devotion is a vow made in shadows.

Victorian Tales of Cursed Immortality 3 Classic Occult Tales masterfully brings together a captivating triad of narratives that delve into the tantalizing yet horrific notion of eternal life tainted by supernatural forces. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian eras literary fascination with the occult and the gothic, this anthology invites the reader into a world where immortality becomes a curse rather than a gift. This collection showcases a profound range of styles that traverse the chilling landscapes of psychological torment, all underscored by an evocative gothic atmosphere. Within these tales, the reader encounters memorable and haunting depictions of the eternal struggle against such timeless enigmas, blending mystery with a sense of foreboding that lingers long after the final page. At the heart of this collection stands a trio of iconic authorsCharles Maturin, Rosa Campbell Praed, and Bram Stokerwhose works collectively reflect a rich tapestry of themes central to the gothic tradition. Each author, imbued with their unique cultural and literary heritage, draws on Victorian anxieties about immortality and the supernatural. The anthology deftly intertwines their diverse voices to explore the eternal consequences of humanitys obsessive pursuit of the otherworldly. Through their narratives, we are immersed in a literary era that was as fascinated with moral quandaries as it was with the supernatural. Victorian Tales of Cursed Immortality offers an unparalleled opportunity to access three distinctive narratives, each providing a unique vantage point into the thematic depths of cursed eternal life. This collection is not merely a read but an exploration, encouraging readers to traverse their own interpretations while gaining an understanding of the Victorian preoccupation with immortality and its attendant horrors. The anthology serves both as an invaluable educational resource and a haunting exploration of how three luminaries of the gothic tradition confront the dark allure of immortality.

A Collection of Greek Heroic Tales 3 Classic Mythic Fictions captures the timeless allure and enduring power of ancient Greek mythology through a rich tapestry of narratives. This anthology presents an intriguing blend of adventures, exploring the exploits of iconic heroes, catastrophic battles, and divine interventions, as elucidated through the unique interpretations of Lang, Homer, and Rowe. These diverse tales weave together a multi-dimensional portrayal of heroism and the human condition, offering readers immersive experiences of ancient Greeces mythic past while showcasing the stylistic variations and narrative prowess distinct to each contributor. The authors and editors of this collection possess a formidable narrative legacy, with Andrew Lang known for his folkloric compilations, Homer quintessential to epic poetry, and Nicholas Rowe navigating the classical revival era. Their collective voices epitomize a continuum of literary evolution, portraying themes of valor, fate, and morality against a backdrop of cultural revival and introspection. This anthology, thus, manifests a rich confluence of historical and literary movements, enriching the readers understanding of classical mythologys profound impact on Western literature. This anthology is a prized compendium for enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a multifaceted voyage into the depth of Greek mythological lore. The book provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore and engage with diverse perspectives and storytelling epochs through one accessible volume. Whether one seeks intellectual edification, a deeper appreciation of mythic traditions, or an immersive dialogue with the past, this collection promises a rewarding exploration of the narratives that continue to shape and reflect cultural values across time.

Broken Mirrors 3 Classic Psychological Crime Novels masterfully explores the depths of human psyche and morality through an illuminating collection of seminal works. Spanning the spectrum from Russian realism to British gothic and American morality, this anthology encapsulates the genius of psychological narrative. With each novel casting an introspective gaze into the abyss of crime and retribution, this collection holds a mirror to the darker corners of the human soul. Standout pieces in the anthology, such as those dissecting the intricacies of guilt and redemption, serve as a reminder of literatures power to reflect the human condition. The profound narratives crafted by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Louisa May Alcott come together to breathe life into the themes of moral ambivalence and psychological turmoil. Each author brings a unique cultural and historical lens, enlightening readers on the varied societal preoccupations that influence the literary portrayal of crime. Traversing through Russian existentialism, Victorian-era suspense, and American personal morality, their contributions illustrate the enduring impact of crime fiction in not only narrating stories but also in challenging the boundaries of moral philosophy. This anthology is a treasure trove for readers seeking to explore the vast richness of psychological crime literature. Through the skilled narratives of these luminary authors, _Broken Mirrors_ offers the discerning reader a multi-faceted exploration of crime, punishment, and the mind. Whether youre an aficionado of classic literature or a curious newcomer, this collection offers valuable insights into the evolution of psychological crime fiction, its varied styles, and the provocative dialogue that emerges when these iconic voices are brought together within a single volume.

"Hearts in Conflict 3 Classic Tragic Romances" is an enthralling anthology that explores the timeless intricacies of love and loss through distinct yet harmonious voices. This collection captures the variegated emotional landscapes that tragic romance can offer, embracing a rich tapestry of narrative styles from the witty and bold prose of the Restoration to the nuanced, socially astute narratives of the 19th century. Each piece is a testament to the enduring resonance of romantic tragedy, where love is as fierce as it is fleeting, offering a reflective mirror to the readers own experiences of desire and heartache. The anthology is a masterful curation by Aphra Behn, Mrs. Inchbald, and Alexandre Dumas filsliterary figures who challenged and redefined the conventions of their time. Behn, a pioneer of female authorship, brings a liberated, early modern perspective that breaks societal constraints, while Inchbald, a staple of Georgian literature, offers a delicate balance of emotion and social commentary. Dumas fils, known for his incisive exploration of social mores and the human condition, completes this triad, framing love not just as personal, but as a commentary on society itself. Together, they weave narratives that are at once diverse and unified, rich in historical and cultural context. For readers seeking a profound and immersive experience, "Hearts in Conflict" is an unparalleled volume that pairs dramatic narratives with incisive cultural critiques. Offering depth and variety, this collection is more than an anthology; its a scholarly journey into the complexities of human emotion, perfect for anyone interested in the interplay of love, fate, and social dynamics. Engage with these classic works to appreciate their educational merit and the insightful dialogues they inspire across time and place.

The Definitive Omnibus on Christianitys Worldly Impact - 5 Classic Historical Treatises presents a tapestry of theological and historical discourse that captures the profound influence of Christianity through varied literary styles. This anthology spans treatises from the introspective musings of antiquity to the reformist zeal of the Renaissance, offering readers an exploration of Christian doctrines enduring impact on societal structures, moral philosophies, and cultural identities. The works within this collection provide a panoramic view of Christian thought, blending austere theological principles with dynamic reinterpretations, thereby presenting a rich narrative of spiritual and secular interplay. Curated with contributions from pivotal thinkers like Saint Augustine, whose introspective wisdom laid foundational Christian philosophy, and Martin Luther, whose radical reforms sparked ecclesiastical transformation, this anthology presents a collective of distinct voices that echo through history. Adding depth are Guillaume Durands liturgical insights and the historical narratives of William Howitt and James White, whose writings contextualize religious developments within broader societal changes. These authors bridge historical epochs with multifaceted perspectives, enriching a readers understanding of Christianity as a catalyst for change, rather than mere doctrine. This anthology is essential for those eager to traverse the historical spectrum of Christian thought and its societal ramifications. By engaging with these diverse insights, readers gain a nuanced understanding of Christianitys worldly impact and the historical context that shaped its evolution. The collection invites academic and casual readers alike to reflect on the dialogues between these historic works, fostering a deeper appreciation for the complexities of religious impact across centuries. It is an indispensable resource for exploring how theological discourse has shaped, and continues to shape, human history and culture.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthologys overall scope without giving away essential twists.- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.