Dive into a thrilling tale of lost civilizations, ancient artifacts, and scientific discovery with "The Song of Kumari Kandam"! This captivating sci-fi adventure follows Maya Sharma, a brilliant archaeologist, and Kiran, a resourceful adventurer, on a globe-trotting quest to unlock the secrets of the singing stones. Their journey begins with whispers of a legendary lost city - Kumari Kandam. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a hidden map leading them to a series of singing stones, each pulsating with an otherworldly melody. But these stones are no mere relics; they hold the key to a powerful gateway – a portal to another dimension! Their pursuit of knowledge takes them on a perilous adventure. From the crumbling ruins of an ancient temple to the depths of a forgotten underwater city, Maya and Kiran must face cunning guardians, decipher cryptic inscriptions, and overcome booby traps guarding the secrets of the past. As they unravel the mysteries of the singing stones, they discover the truth about Kumari Kandam, an advanced civilization that harnessed the power of sound. But with great power comes great responsibility. A ruthless organization seeks to exploit the gateway's potential for their own gain, forcing Maya and Kiran to make a crucial choice – activate the portal and unlock its secrets, or seal it away to protect their world. "The Song of Kumari Kandam" is a fast-paced adventure that blends science fiction with historical intrigue. It's a story about the power of knowledge, the importance of protecting the past, and the responsibility that comes with wielding immense power. Buckle up and join Maya and Kiran on their extraordinary journey as they race against time to decipher the secrets of the singing stones and safeguard the future of our world.

From the Edgar Award–winning “queen of the American gothics”: A troubled girl in a remote mountain home grapples with a terrifying secret (The New York Times). New York clinical psychologist Lynn McLeod has never backed away from a child in need. But a plea for her services in Blue Ridge country tries Lynn’s compassion. Ten-year-old Jilly is no random traumatized girl. She’s the daughter of Lynn’s unfaithful ex-husband, Stephen. Despite the turbulent emotions it stirs in her, Lynn can’t say no. Perhaps this is her last chance to heal her own wounds . . . From the outside, the Ashe’s cliffside home is an architectural dream. Inside it’s something closer to a nightmare, filled with suspicion, menace, and psychic visions. With an absentee mother off in pursuit of her career and a dispirited father, Jilly can only confide in Lynn, whom she trusts with her most shocking secrets—including those involving murder. With premonitions of another death to come, only Lynn can save Jilly—and the man she once loved—from a mystery that’s about to destroy them all. From the New York Times–bestselling “master of suspense” (Mary Higgins Clark) comes a chilling brew of family secrets and paranormal fears that’s “rock-solid, reliable Whitney” (Kirkus Reviews). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Phyllis A. Whitney including rare images from the author’s estate.

It is a cold winter day in 1839 as Dark Cloud, a wife of the great Cheyenne hunter Antelope-Dances-in Fire, works to flesh a deer hide before certain snowfall. It is only a few hours later when Dark Cloud gives birth to Snow, her overdue son. As her baby grows into a Cheyenne boy and word spreads that white people are coming, the Cheyenne and Arapaho prepare to meet the Kiowa and Comanche to make peace. But as a spotted sickness lurks in the shadows, the tribes must weather the winter with thin hides and little fat. Their troubles have just begun. In Ohio, a few years later, George Custer attends school, graduates, and begins teaching school. At the same time, as Dark Clouds belly swells again and the Native American warriors grow angrier with every unjust raid, Snow has grown into a strong and brave warrior named Bear of the Cheyenne. In this captivating historical novel, two parallel lives intertwine during an intense conflict between culturesone focused on the future and the other clinging to a remembered yesterday. Obviously written from the heart, this is a story that had to be written Terry Wilson, PhD, dean emeritus of Native American Studies, UCBerkeley

Focusing on the mythological narratives that influence Irish children's literature, this book examines the connections between landscape, time and identity, positing that myth and the language of myth offer authors and readers the opportunity to engage with Ireland's culture and heritage. It explores the recurring patterns of Irish mythological narratives that influence literature produced for children in Ireland between the nineteenth and the twenty-first centuries. A selection of children's books published between 1892, when there was an escalation of the cultural pursuit of Irish independence and 2016, which marked the centenary of the Easter 1916 rebellion against English rule, are discussed with the aim of demonstrating the development of a pattern of retrieving, re-telling, remembering and re-imagining myths in Irish children's literature. In doing so, it examines the reciprocity that exists between imagination, memory, and childhood experiences in this body of work.

In Collectanea, SaRiah went on the hunt to uncover the truth about her history after receiving a family heirloom. In Standing Stones, she finds herself on an entirely new and unexpected adventure as she steps up to claim the destiny her mother never prepared her for. Making the choice to head for the stars with her partner MiKael, an unforeseen wrinkle shunts them away from the ringed planet they are aiming for. They wind up back in time on a second planet where technology has not yet developed. With no way to get home and facing impending parenthood, SaRiah and MiKael travel to the surface. There, they discover a connection to their own past: ancient stone monoliths linked to a secret history of SeWon. Nothing is ever as easy as it seems in this new world, but the couple learn to adapt and communicate as they search for answers. Do these ancient stone circles hold the information they need? Will these stone giants and their secrets be able to help them change what is coming on SeWon?

In an age of science and reason, an unfulfilled prophesy is coming to life. Born without telepathy, Magen is exiled by his people, the mythical "North Ice-Islanders". He becomes ensnared in a long-running interplanetary war. Other, more ancient forces are watching. A spy is sleeping. Expect a motley crew, action, witty banter, romance and some provoked thoughts. His arrival doesn't go unnoticed. The Seaton Guard conscript him and the enigmatic Marshal Damoclus, guessing his origin, makes him - 'Swordmaster'. This anachronistic position causes ripples to the highest level of command. Can Magen be used to tip the tides of the war? The heros of old have left the job half done, a legend is becoming real and has a few loose ends. Magen is "Of North Blood Drawn", that makes him a little different. A red-haired girl in his squad has sword that sings - and turns her into a deadly berserker. The dragon stone lies hidden. A dark shadow dogs his steps. Waiting to see what he might become... Look out for the action packed sequel "Heart of the South" available now!