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In the wild heart of the American frontier, young Silas loses everything—but finds a new life among the Lakota. Taken in by a warrior and raised in a world far from the one he knew, he earns a new name: Kohana, the quick one.

The teacher Judith had developed a very particular method of teaching, she told the children the story with stories. This way of telling history, geography and everything related to culture, folklore, our traditions and our values as a nation, had granted her a very special affection with her students and parents who held her in great esteem and appreciation. Her children, as she was called, would leave her classroom with a special love for Panama. Judith had already retired a few years ago, but she continued with what she called her second marriage, education and her children.

When tyranny tightens its grip, ordinary people rise up. Maidan Revolution is a searing work of historical fiction inspired by the real-life events of Ukraine’s 2013–2014 Revolution of Dignity. Set during one of the most explosive uprisings in modern European history, this powerful novella follows a disillusioned American war photographer who returns to Kyiv—a city he once loved—only to be swept into the firestorm of a nation’s fight for freedom. Through the lens of his camera, he documents more than just conflict—he captures courage, sacrifice, and a people’s refusal to be ...

Miracle in Manhattan is a gripping tale of redemption, memories, and the ghosts of the past, set against the backdrop of New York City in the 1970s. Joe Pugh, a seasoned fight manager, has spent his life in the brutal world of boxing, managing tough men, none tougher than Killer Tate—a ruthless heavyweight whose fists shattered opponents and whose heart remained untouched. Decades later, on a quiet flight home, Joe glimpses a figure that stops him cold—a priest with the same build, the same presence. Could it be him? Could Tate have traded the violence of the ring for the grace of the ...

Synopsis - An isolated community in colonial-era America deals with fleeing refugees and the plague of fear that comes with them. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. ★★★ If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation...

An eccentric collection of short stories about women of all sorts in the American West. The only thing they have in common is Gall & Good Sense. Stories include professions most unusual (then): Widow’s Weeds - A lady of limited means, but unlimited imagination. Nickel Novels - A woman has a ‘write’ to make a living. You Just Can’t Shoot Them - Can’t live without them, but let them vote? No Bones About It - An anatomy lesson on the frontier: It’s what’s on the inside that counts. Nevermore – The Union won the conflict, but there were plenty of battles left in the West—but ...

Barry Hobson built a blues barn in his back garden and had no idea that it would become the 'go-to' venue for independent British blues artists. When a friend gives him a Ouija board and some tarot cards, Barry makes contact with some Mississippi Delta Blues legends and between them they plan the gig of a lifetime.

"The Adventure of Johnnie Waverly" unfolds as a captivating short story within Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series. In this intriguing narrative, the fastidious Belgian detective Hercule Poirot is called upon to investigate the apparent kidnapping of Johnnie Waverly, the young son of a wealthy industrialist.

A mysterious inheritance. A haunted castle. And a dark romance that will unravel secrets long buried. Amelia Whitmore’s life is far from ideal. Struggling financially and desperate for a new start, she receives an unexpected summons that could change everything: an inheritance from a distant relative she barely knew, tied to the enigmatic and reclusive owner of Cadworth Castle, Lucien Blackwood. With little to lose, Amelia journeys to the foreboding castle, hoping for a fresh beginning—but instead, she steps into a world filled with shadowed secrets. Lucien, the brooding and mysterious ...

Ninety-five-year-old Granny Gertie lies on her deathbed mulling over her decision to finally tell her lurid life story to her descendants. Are they ready to hear it? They'll never be ready, she suspects, but tell it she must. World War II. Germany. A Nazi husband. Three of Gerta Gruber's children have been snatched away into oblivion, and she is frantic to save her other children. Garnering a cunning strength she did not know she possessed, she does things she never fathomed. Prostitution. Espionage. Murder. With the aid of a secret klatsch of war-weary women friends, nothing can stop Gerta...

Claire and Philippe's peaceful life in their small French town is shattered when they discover that their past has caught up with them. With the Nazis closing in on them once more, they must face the harsh reality that their safety and the safety of their loved ones is not guaranteed. As Philippe joins the resistance movement, determined to make a difference, Claire is captured by the enemy, but she remains resolute in her determination to fight against the German forces. With their lives in turmoil, they are forced to make tough decisions that will determine their fate. But even in the ...

Moussane — La Hija del Río (Antes de Sangre por Perlas y Más Allá—La Puerta del No Retorno)* Antes de que el comercio transatlántico de esclavos cambiara el rumbo de la historia, una mujer en África Occidental ya lo había visto venir. Senegal, año 1500. En una aldea precolonial pacífica a orillas del río Gambia, Moussane vive en armonía con la tierra, los espíritus y su familia. Madre, sanadora y vidente espiritual, lleva una nueva vida en su vientre... pero también una pesada carga: visiones de una isla lejana empapada en sangre y dolor. Su nombre es Gorée. Mientras su ...

Billy's best friend. Man's worst nightmare. One day, when Billy was eleven, he wandered a little too far from his house. During an expedition deep into the nearby forest, which Billy was forbidden to enter by his Pa, Billy meets a new four-legged, waggy-tailed best friend. But when he goes home that night, the dog won't come past the forest line. When Billy begins asking questions, every answer sends him hurtling towards a world unfamiliar and terrifying. So begins a tale of humour, sweetness, and heartbreak that is sure to linger on your mind long after you turn the final page. Whose dog ...

"Kinder, Küche, Kirche" is an award-winning short story, a gripping tale that transcends time, delving into the deep complexities of societal norms and the eternal struggle between pursuing one's aspirations and surrendering to the whims of conformity. In the bustling city of 1930s Zurich, Elsa Walther shatters societal norms as the first woman to rise above the oppressive barriers of a male-dominated university education. Her steadfast determination propels her towards an unconventional dream – to become a triumphant businesswoman, defying the expectations placed upon her by a ...

“The words slid off his tongue in a dazzle of pleasure which only heightened when he spoke of the Queen.” —from ”The Twin Knots” Wendy Walker retells eight of The Lais of Marie de France, a proto-feminist poem cycle written in England in the 12th century. Her style is as refined as Arthurian romance, yet as iconoclastic as Marie’s knights, whose adventures mainly serve to help ladies find lovers. Walker amplifies Marie’s progressive views, while adding a touch of the postmodern, such as structuring the first story, “The Passing of Graelent,” after a tapestry in the Cluny ...

"Hampshire Stories by Joe Giampaolo is a stellar collection of short stories” (Literary Titan, 2020) - "A delightful story brimming with sophistication and charm" (Indies Today, 2022) The Hampshire Stories Series, Deluxe Edition is an award-winning anthology of selected short stories set in 19th-century England. This collection includes twelve short stories divided by genre (Previously published). -- 2020 Literary Titan Book Award, Gold Medal, (Hampshire Stories) -- 2022 Global Book Awards, Bronze Medal, Historical Romance, (Hampshire Stories) -- Readers' Favorite, Five Star Seal, (The ...

Samurai commonly describes a warrior in Japan who serves a lord, using combat skills and living by the code of Bushido. But not everyone followed the code so directly, nor was every samurai so bold and courageous. So while the truth is somewhere between the idealized icon of fidelity and bravery, and bullies with swords, this work features the samurai who lived by their code.

This fictional short story that you are about to read is based, in part, on real events that occurred in the 1950’s. Two college students venture to Cuba during the early part of Fidel Castro’s revolution. In their hands is a Letter of Introduction for Ernest Hemingway, from their English professor, who happened to be a Hemingway biographer. They have hopes of meeting the iconic author and interviewing him for their college newspaper. The boys have rough encounters with Hemingway’s wife, Mary, and his housekeeper, Renee. But those become minor bumps in the road compared to what ...

As a Mere Breath: Short Stories by Markus McDowell is a compelling and thought-provoking collection that delves into the intricate tapestry of human experience, resilience, and redemption. Nine evocative tales offer a unique lens on life’s challenges and triumphs. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 39:5, which reflects on the fleeting nature of existence, the book opens with the haunting “Fishhooks,” a metaphorical exploration of being ensnared by life’s burdens, followed by stories like “You Made Your Bed…,” a poignant look at neglect and self-discovery, • “Train Wreck,” a ...

CONTRA SANDINO EN LA MONTAÑA, libro de cuentos de Manolo Cuadra, realiza hoy el pensamiento original de la revista Nuevos Horizontes de convertirse en Empresa Editorial de libros nacionales. De entre los que han llegado al papel las incidencias de la última guerra nicaragüense, acaso ninguno es tan calificado como Manolo Cuadra, el inquieto escritor que militó en las filas del Ejército, en la dramática lucha de seis años que éste sostuvo contra Sandino y sus hombres. Él supo de la emboscada en la jungla bravía y húmeda; pudo apreciar los métodos de uno y otro combatiente, ...