When artist Hadley finds an antique brush rumored to have belonged to a Dutch master, she enters a magical gallery where art comes alive. As Hadley uses the brush, her paintings channel the spirits of Vermeer and Rembrandt, transporting her into the Golden Age of Dutch painting. But when her ambitions unleash chaos in the surreal gallery, Hadley must restore order by collaborating to paint a transcendent masterpiece. Her journey parallels the universal human quest to connect across boundaries through art.

Pinnaces of the Painter's Brush - Tales From the Synth Clickety-Clack Machine

A Fate Forged in Shadow!The bleak alleys of Ravenskar harbor darkness both mundane and eldritch in their twisted arteries. When 12-year old orphan Vushi crosses the will of demonic forces in that forsaken city, only a mysterious savior's intervention prevents her gruesome demise. Rescued to fight another day, the grizzled warrior Loth and disgraced knight Kael stand with her years later against Duke Mordek's iron-fisted rule. But the tyrant and his profane allies will not yield to bold steel alone... From the worn cobblestones of beleaguered slums to the soaring ramparts of the tyrant's black citadel, this ragtag fellowship ignites the spark of rebellion in Ravenskar, Steel and sorcery clash by shadowy night. Ancient secrets and profane covenants roil beneath the surface waiting to erupt in fire and demonic retribution should Vushi and her tenuous alliance falter.  Forge witness to mythic heroes battling corruption's intrusion upon the land! The forgotten gods and demon princes once more hunger to sow chaotic dominion, kept at bay only by ready hearts where compassion yet smolders. But can such divine sparks endure unquenchable dark tides and black altars? Where then will the people turn when night whispers eternal and steel itself surrenders to omnipresent doom...?

Prophecy's Fire - Loth The Unworthy

For fans of Conan the Barbarian and Robert E. Howard, a blistering saga of swords, sorcery, and rebellion where redemption and vengeance collide. Shadows of Gold: In the decadent labyrinth of Mordale, haunted by arcane feuds and crawling with demons, the barbarian Loth grapples with his own darkness. Can he forge uneasy alliances to banish the city's shadows, or will he succumb to the whispers of his blood-soaked past?The Path of Truth: Echoing the icy winds of Conan's adventures, Loth ventures into a perilous frozen realm. Through blizzard-whipped peaks and ice-entombed caverns, he confronts forgotten evils and unearths ancient secrets, forging a legend that will rise with the first thaw. The Savage Quest: Loth walks a warpath carved from vengeance, determined to tear down a sorcerer's tyrannical reign. Whispering woods, bone-chilling catacombs, and cursed relics stand between him and victory. Can he rise from the ashes of fury and forge a triumph forged in the searing fires of damnation?Prophecy's Fire: In the shadow of Ravenskar's iron fist, orphan Vushi fights for freedom alongside Loth. Bound by fate and desperate courage, they face ancient conspiracies, sorcerous alliances, and Mordek's demonic pacts. Can their fellowship pierce the darkness and ignite a rebellion that consumes the tyranny?The Amulet of Khoraja: Never before revealed, this new story thrusts Loth into a whirlwind of betrayal and unexpected loyalty. Can he navigate the perilous landscapes of his own heart and emerge into the dawn of a new destiny?

Kingdoms Bound: Rising Rebellion - Loth The Unworthy, #2

The epic Throne of Shadows saga evokes the action-packed spirit of Robert E. Howard's iconic Conan the Barbarian stories. Follow the barbarian warrior Loth and his allies as they battle sinister sorcerers, navigate treacherous ruins, and uncover dark conspiracies in a sprawling fantasy world. In Book 1, Loth is hired to infiltrate and assassinate the evil sorcerer king Thalus Kahn. Aided by the fierce warrior Anya and stealthy archer Shimoda, Loth journeys through haunted wastelands and an ominous black tower to confront the vile usurper. In Book 2, Loth seeks to clear his name after being falsely accused of treason by Queen Valeria. Teaming up with the desert wizard Azax, Loth uses an ancient magical spear to expose the queen's lies and reveal the identity of the true villain manipulating the kingdom from the shadows. In Book 3, Loth joins forces with Valeria's exiled sister to overthrow the deceitful king Xander, who has seized the throne through treachery. Their epic final confrontation will determine the fate of the realm. With intense action sequences, dark magic, shadowy intrigue, and larger-than-life heroes, the Throne of Shadows books are perfect for fans of Robert E. Howard's Conan tales who crave hard-hitting heroic fantasy adventure.

Throne of Shadows: Volumes 1-3 - Loth The Unworthy

As Robert E. Howard regaled us with tales of Conan the Barbarian emerging from the frozen north, so too does the saga of Loth begin in those same snow-crested peaks, where warriors are forged and dark magic stirs. In an age undreamed of, Young Loth bristles against the traditions of his Kharthian clan, undertaking the savage Path of Truths trial with sword and sorcery echoes of Conan's early exploits. Alongside fellow youths, blonde huntress Bryn included, Loth endures ice-wreathed passes and blood-drenched battles with ravenous beasts. But when the companions seek shelter in a cave, they stumble upon stygian depths far below the roots of the mountain. There, primal secrets and mystic arts from elder days rouse Loth's curiosity - and hunger for power. To seize what forgotten knowledge remains, Loth must conquer the caverns' chilling spectral guardians, channeling the raw courage and iron determination that propels Howard's beloved Cimmerian through darkness. Howard's old tropes are made new through Loth, who similarly walks a knife's edge, dividing personal glory from honor earned through shared hardship. Does a throne or the grave await this bold child of the north and its forgotten magic?Join Loth on his rugged Path of Truths from snow-crested peaks to shadowed caverns below. With scenes and scope echoing Conan's exploits, witness the forging of a legend that shall resound when kingdoms yet unborn meet their bloody end!

The Path Of Truth - Loth The Unworthy

As Hitler's forces advance into the bombed-out ruins of Stalingrad, a lone Soviet soldier named Ivan Kuznetsov is about to discover that a far deadlier evil lurks in the shadows. While fortifying his isolated position, Ivan witnesses strange shapes moving with otherworldly speed and menacing eyes glowing red in the darkness. When dogs refuse to approach, and comrades start turning up, drained of blood, chilling rumors circulate among the ranks. Are the old legends true - have vampiric beings emerged to feed amidst the carnage?Ivan finds himself alone against an unholy scourge as the attacks grow bolder. Trapped in a battle between the advancing Nazis and hordes of feral vampires, he must survive the longest and bloodiest battle of WWII. And if the horrors surrounding him don't kill Ivan first, the truth he uncovers along the way just might: these are no mere bloodthirsty beasts but avatars of an ancient evil far darker than any earthly war... Inspired by true battlefield accounts and the occult mysticism surrounding WWII, transports readers back behind one of history's deadliest fronts, where humanity wages war against predatory nightmares from beyond the veil.

Blood On The Volga

Can AI truly fathom literary artistry or emotion? Is there space for machine-human partnership expanding creative frontiers? As artificial intelligence permeates our world, intriguing questions arise around its role in the arts. In The Future of Storytelling: AI and the Art of Flash Fiction, writer Charles Eugene Anderson chronicles his adventures on the frontier of AI-assisted fiction. With warmth and wit, Anderson welcomes you along his journey pioneering techniques for wedding AI's tireless productivity with human inspiration. Together you'll craft micro tales brimming with life that no unaided algorithm could conjure. Blending AI's idea generation with authors' imaginations, Anderson reveals flash fiction's ideal fit for testing this union's potential. For our rushed era, flash fiction already provides a refuge through bite-sized yet transportive tales. Perhaps AI will further push emotional resonance within tightly-constrained words. Yet as creative AI advances, Anderson shares guidance in preventing artistic surrender. Join lively experiments unveiling surprises and delights where carbon and silicon minds intertwine! Both caution and curiosity guide this expedition into the possible future of authorship. So strap in for an illuminating voyage navigating the opportunities and pitfalls where human creativity collides with artificial, as we shape the literary landscape. Onward to adventure!

The Future of Storytelling: AI and the Art of Flash Fiction - The Fiction Writer's Guide, #1

In the war-ravaged landscape of a future Texas, where the echoes of mechanized warfare reverberate through the very soul of the nation, a group of elite mech troopers stands tall amidst the chaos. "Mech Troopers - Behind The Armor" is a gritty, unfiltered exploration of the lives and struggles of these brave warriors as they navigate the treacherous terrain of love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the heat of battle. From the scorching sands of the Mohave desert to the blood-soaked streets of a shattered America, follow the journey of Frog, a determined second lieutenant, as she pushes herself to the brink in her quest for military prowess and personal redemption. Witness the raw power and unrelenting fury of the Mark II mech, a towering testament to human ingenuity and the sacrifices that must be made to survive. But Mech Troopers - Behind The Armor is more than a tale of war and machines. It is a deeply personal exploration of the human spirit, as seen through the eyes of the soldiers who fight and die for a cause greater than themselves. From Bandit's rugged exterior to Snowman's unbreakable spirit, from Sgt Hulka's culinary prowess to the Freeman family's enduring legacy, each character is a thread in a tapestry of resilience and hope in the face of overwhelming odds. Through intimate documents, including letters, interviews, and even a dating profile, Mech Troopers - Behind The Armor peels back the layers of these complex and deeply human characters, revealing the fears, desires, and motivations that drive them forward. And with the inclusion of the thought-provoking "Second Texas Secession" wiki article, this collection offers a glimpse into a speculative future that feels all too real. Mech Troopers - Behind The Armor is a must-read for fans of Robotech, Battletech, and Starship Troopers, as well as anyone who has ever wondered what it means to be human in a world torn apart by war. Strap in and prepare for a heart-pounding journey through a neo-western landscape of mechanized warfare and personal sacrifice, where the only thing stronger than the armor is the unbreakable spirit of those who wear it.

Mech Troopers - Behind the Armor - Mech Troopers, #6

Thomas leads a monotonous life, barely existing from one day to the next. But when a mysterious artifact transports him to a city of lost souls, he finds himself on an enlightening odyssey beyond imagination. In this phantasmagorical city, Thomas must navigate surreal streets while helping ghostly residents confront their past regrets. With guidance from the cryptic Portia, Thomas unlocks the artifact's hidden powers to redeem both the city and himself. He soon discovers the city is a mirror of human consciousness. Its fate is tied to the shadows in every soul. To liberate the city and its lost souls, Thomas must illuminate the darkness in his own heart. Thomas's fantastical journey teaches him life-altering lessons about regret, sorrow, and realizing one's full potential. He comes to understand we all have a choice - to haunt our pasts or move boldly into the future. Can one ordinary man overcome his demons to save both a magical city and his own humanity?

Pinnaces of the Painter's Brush - Tales From the Synth Clickety-Clack Machine

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