Varkuvia, ruled by five powerful kings, is the richest, most powerful kingdom in the land. For centuries they have been protected by the Order of Acrium, the greatest fighting force known in the history of men. Many have tried to invade the land, but since the order has been formed, they had not lost a single battle. However, the four lords of the city-states of the mountainous terrain of the east have formed an alliance, secretly brewing a plan to overthrow this kingdom. Unscrupulously, and with unconscionable manipulation, the Order is disbanded. On the eastern side, the Legion of the Rising Sun is created, modeled around the Order of Acrium. But whereas the Order is famed for its codes of honor, the Legion is known for its brutality. And thus the Legion and the four treacherous lords kindle the fires of war, spreading the flames to the impregnable city of Karalis. Trystan, a member of the disbanded Order of Acrium, is thrown in the midst of war. By his honor as a member, he takes up arms to save the city of Karalis, its people, and his friends. But in every corner lurks darkness, lies, and danger; and Trystan must find it within himself to see the light of hope. This tale of power, lust, and deceit will take you into the vast kingdom of Varkuvia, into the lives of the kings, and into the life of one man who became a kingdom’s hero. A man who has finally come to fully understand the meaning of darkest valor—to always uphold the peace, protect the weak, and vanquish the wicked.

A child advocate and a mercenary must work together to overcome their past losses and save both of their lives and hearts. Lelia Freeman was alone after fleeing to Los Angeles from a bad life and her alcoholic mother in New York, only to find herself homeless on the city’s streets. That’s when she met Joella, a young girl she vowed to care for on the streets, who still haunts her dreams. She didn’t know that Joella’s health would slip. As hard as Lelia tried to get themselves off the street, it’s too late: Joella was murdered. Many years later, Lelia Freeman has created a life for herself. Now, Lelia spends her life trying to save children. As the director of ChildSafe Shelters, she is summoned to Washington and asked to serve on a committee that aids the children of a war-torn African nation. Life takes a dramatic turn when Lelia uncovers terrible corruption and is kidnapped for her knowledge. Her fate is in the hands of Elijah Dune, a mercenary stuck in the past. Haunted by the loss of his daughter, Elijah is the only one who can save Lelia—but he believes she is to blame for his daughter’s death. And why would he save the woman he plans to kill? Dark Side of Valor delves into the destructive forces of guilt and revenge as two people are connected by their love for a lost little girl.

This is the story of Mark Lasso and is told through his eyes. He has been called a hero by some and a murder by others. A highly trained Special Forces Soldier with over 22 years of service to his country, his job was to seek out and destroy the enemy. He had fought the war on terror in Iraq and Afghanistan, but now he had a new war to fight on the streets of his own country. He was unaware that this new war would lead to murder, organized crime and a beautiful young woman.

Timeless tales of daring combat and deeds of honor set in many different periods in world history! Collecting the complete run of Valor from the heroic and legendary artistic talents of Carl Wessler, Bernie Krigstein, Graham Ingels, Wally Wood, Al Williamson, Joe Orlando, Reed Crandall, and George Evans. Featuring a foreword by acclaimed comics writer, P. Craig Russell! Praise for previous volumes of the Dark Horse line of EC Comics reprints: "Reading these comics now is a lot like watching The Twilight Zone -an uncomplicated, pure look at the roots of an enduring genre." -Paste Magazine "These books really do deserve every accolade they've ever received." -Comics Round Table

War has erupted in the Banished Lands as the race for power intensifies. Corban flees his homeland searching for peace, but he soon discovers that there is no haven in the west as the agents of Rhin and roaming bands of giants hound his every step. Veradis leaves the battleground and rushes to his King's side. But he has witnessed both combat and betrayal and his duty weighs heavily upon him. Maquin seeks only revenge, but pirate slavers and the brutal world of pit-fighting stand in his way. Nathair becomes embroiled in the wars of the west as Queen Rhin marches against King Owain. The need to find the cauldron of the giants drives him on. Sides are chosen and oaths will be fulfilled or broken in a land where hell has broken loose.

A veteran Confederation Marine gunnery sergeant, Torin Kerr is unexpectedly pulled from the battlefield and confined to an underground POW camp, where she must not only find a way to escape, but also overcome the compulsion--which has affected her fellow Marine prisoners--to give up and accept her fate.

Enter the mind of author Matt Bhanks with his compelling sci-fi/fantasy stories about the greatest "defending" alliance in the world. Master Defenders, the group of heroes that Matt developed throughout his childhood, is now a growing series that is sparking interest in countless individuals. In Matt's first three epic adventures, read about protagonist "Canavin" and his teammates as they battle various malevolent forces along with many internal struggles. Master Defenders: The Novel Trilogy is bound to keep all sci-fi/fantasy lovers gripped with excitement through all 61 intense chapters. His books are a reminder to "keep being a master, to never quit, and to always DEFEND!" Copyright © 2018 MB Realms Entertainment All Rights Reserved.