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Hunger Games for short stories! Paranormal, steampunk, fantasy, and sci-fi! Twelve young adult short stories compete for the coveted spot: a novel that will tell us What Happens Next!

For the first time, the lid is lifted on the world's fastest growing combat sport, Bare Knuckle Boxing, written by Stu Armstrong, who has worked in the centre of the sometimes controversial sport. The purest form of pugilism is a nest of vipers with of the most with dirty tricks, and secrets at every turn.

It is the start of the First World War. Sherlock Holmes is coaxed out of a short-lived retirement to track down an exotic dancer to retrieve a secret accidentally given to her by a young patent clerk before it falls into the hands of a hostile government.

Robert Johnstone has 35 years of experience of being on the Hay Diet. He will tell you his experience of the diet, especially about the detox at the beginning of the diet. This is just changing how you mix your food on the plate, and nothing else. It only lasts seven days, and there’s no calorie counting or restrictive eating.

Vanity Fair centers on the young Becky Sharp and her dear friend Amelia Sedley during the time of the Napoleonic Wars. Rebecca Sharp is the daughter of an art teacher and a French dancer, being ambitious, intelligent, and strong willed in order to get what she wants out of society. She is often touted as amoral and an anti-heroine. Alternately, her friend Amelia is kind, good natured, and born into wealth. The interwoven fortunes of the two women play out among a backdrop of social skirmishes and human afflictions of pride and ego.

Four children, each facing the unimaginable challenge of cancer, find strength and solace in a support group. What begins as quiet companionship soon blossoms into a lasting friendship that carries them through years of treatment, hope and healing. Along their journey, they encounter a kind-hearted princess whose compassion leaves a lasting mark on their lives. As they enter remission, their bond remains unbreakable—and the story of their courage begins to inspire other children walking the same difficult path.

Before the heir to the throne of Rajpur can become the emir, the law states that he must shift into his wolf in front of the sixteen council members, something Kamir has never been able to do. Not that Kamir ever expected to live long enough to see this day. Despised by his father for his compassion and desire to bring peace to their land, he knew that the moment another son was born to replace him, he would forfeit his life. But suddenly Kamir's father, a bully both at home and abroad, died fighting a losing war before that could happen.

Alderwood is a magical and ancient forest. It is a place of mystery, beauty, and hidden dangers. Finn Aiverhart is a 16 frost old boy with a quiet, introspective nature that sets him apart from his peers. Physically, he is of average height for an Aetherborn with a lean build, giving him a somewhat unassuming presence.

The notorious pirate Captain Flint is dead, and his great horde of stolen treasure lies lost, stashed and buried on an island far, far away. Jim Hawkins, the humble son of a country innkeeper, comes into possession of the only map to Flint's treasure and is soon swept away on a high seas adventure of treachery and survival.

The gripping story of James Harris, following the journey of his life altering Traumatic Brain Injury, that ended his promising Military career and tells of his path to recovery in a journey of self discovery. When he was told by the medical world, that he would never read or write or even work again. Rather than accept this, he looked for an alternative path to walk and during this recovery, found out that true inspiration lies within. From that moment when his skull cracked off the concrete and his world went black and he though this is it “I am dying”.

Step into the world of professional wrestling as we journey back to the year 2000 and relive one of the most pivotal events in sports entertainment history: the WWF Royal Rumble. In this unofficial look back, we explore the unforgettable moments, iconic matches, and backstage stories that defined an era and helped to shape the future of the industry.

An overgrown garden, a talking owl, three magical keys. Who knew that my life would change in an instant? It all started one normal afternoon. As I knead dough in my parents' bakery, I wonder if this is all life has in store for me. Am I forever destined to be the son of a baker, never to experience adventures like those I've read in my books? I've always been different from other people. And everyone knew it. I never felt like I truly belonged anywhere in the village. That is... until I found that mysterious garden.

A young man, Brian Davis, was born in Britain, went to India—in the Sundarbans swamps—to help his uncle bring down a tiger, a man-eater; it proved challenging to hunt down this animal. Many others had tried before and were unsuccessful. He was good with firearms and a skillful hunter. He managed to kill the man-eater, but it was a close call.

Living in a new world ... with shadows from the past. Mustapha never imagined that ruling as the King of Rhye would be easy. Building a world from nothing, uniting a wildly diverse populace, and doing it all while looking fabulous proved challenging enough … but perhaps dubbing his reign ‘The Age of Harmony’ was a teensy bit too ambitious. Ten years later, ‘harmony’ is elusive. Harold, Meadow and Dique have moved on to new pursuits. Mustapha still grieves the loss of his father, having known him for fleeting but precious moments.

"100 Unforgettable Proposal Ideas: A Guide to Making Your Engagement Moment Amazing" is your ultimate companion to planning a one-of-a-kind proposal that's as special as your love story. Whether you're dreaming of a classic, adventurous, intimate, or tech-savvy proposal, this book offers 100 creative, heartfelt, and unique ideas to inspire you. From romantic settings under the stars to playful at-home setups, holiday surprises, and family-inclusive proposals, each idea is designed to help you craft a memorable experience that reflects your relationship.

Few humans ever manifest any innate special ability and those that do, are classified as Arcanum. It is foretold that the supreme Arcanum, the Millenarian, will possess all known special abilities. A sect of global elite puppeteers, the Veneré, governs the Arcanum to ensure they engage in magnanimous versus nefarious pursuits. The Veneré employ an international Special Forces cadre to maintain their supremacy and send a select team of these operators to retrieve the Gordon Dynasty heir, Bradley Gordon–believed to be the Millenarian.