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A man makes a deal with the devil. The devil can't give him immortality in return for his soul, but he can protect him from being killed as long as he wears his patent leather shoes. Robert Bloch's masterful storytelling shines through in this tale of greed and consequences. Discover the twisted repercussions of a Faustian bargain in "The Shoes," a must-listen audiobook for fans of classic horror fiction.

In Regency England the eldest son usually inherited almost everything—while his younger brothers, left with little inheritance, had to make a crucial decision: What should they do to make an independent living? Historian Rory Muir weaves together the stories of many obscure and well-known young men of good family but small fortune, shedding light on an overlooked aspect of Regency society. This is the first scholarly yet accessible exploration of the lifestyle and prospects of these younger sons.

Set in New York during the Jazz Age, this new adaptation tells the tragic tale of self-made millionaire Jay Gatsby. Consumed with desire for his former lover, Daisy Buchanan, Gatsby draws new neighbor Nick Carraway into his desperate pursuit to win her back—and into their world of lavish wealth, wild parties, and free-flowing liquor.

Annja Creed has faced constant danger in her quest for the ancient scepter that inspired the legend of the Monkey King, the beloved trickster hero of the Chinese classic Journey to the West. After defeating the protector of its secrets and winning him to her side, Annja has learned of the scepter’s coveted power… which may rival the power of her own mystical sword. Now, Annja’s party of adventurers continue their journey in the footsteps of China’s most legendary explorer, racing against devious and ruthless foes in pursuit of his lost treasure.

Are you lonely? You're in good company! For many, lonely feelings come and go. For others, loneliness is ongoing and agonizing. Yet no matter what category you're in, there is hope. You're not alone. In this short, practical book, biblical counselor Lou Priolo helps you to assess your own experience, get to the root of your loneliness, and do some rethinking on this topic—because the way you think about being alone affects the way you feel about being alone.

Peter Golenbock brings to life baseball greats from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s through timeless stories told straight from the players themselves. Like the enduring classic The Glory of Their Times, this book features the reminiscences of baseball legends, pulled from hundreds of hours of taped interviews with the author.  The players interviewed were All-Stars, Hall of Famers, and heroes to many, and their impact on the national pastime is still seen to this day. Baseball history comes alive, offering a fascinating account of the golden age of baseball.

Ivan Turgenev was an outstanding writer of the 19th century, a corresponding member of the Imperial Academy of Sciences in the category of Russian language and literature. He was the author of philosophical and psychological poems, short stories, short novels, and novellas. Throughout his work, he delves into the themes of Russian intelligentsia and peasant life, showcasing mastery in creating psychological portraits.

Tuvvana war entführt worden. Cruv war voller Verzweiflung, sein schlimmster Albtraum wurde Wirklichkeit. Gemeinsam mit ihm begab ich mich auf die Suche nach der sympathischsten Gnomin. Die Zeit spielte gegen uns. Als Lance Selby einen Drohanruf erhielt und sich bzw. Oda, deren Geist in ihm lebte, für Tuvvana opfern sollte, spitzte sich die Situation zu. Es kam zum harten Finale unweit eines gespenstischen Schlosses.

The necromantic armies are on the warpath and nowhere is safe—even the sanctuary of the flying dungeon has been threatened. The leadership of nearly all the sentient races has been wiped out, and only the people most suited to repelling the advancing darkness have an intact monarchy. Cal learns quickly that the primary threat is not the far-off war, but the actions of those entrusted with protecting the population. As it turns out, the idea of using a flying dungeon as a war machine is very tempting indeed.

Gaddol war erwacht und immer mehr Ghouls kamen aus ihren Verstecken und sorgten für Angst und Schrecken. Doch wo steckte Gaddol? Wir wussten es nicht. Vicky besuchte eine Freundin, dabei wurde sie überfallen und die Freundin getötet. Ich nahm mich des scheinbar normalen Kriminalfalls an und recherchierte anhand der Aufzeichnungen des Todesopfers, wer hinter diesem Mord stecken könnte. Dabei kam ich einer großen Verschwörung auf die Schliche, die Vicky und mich das Leben kosten sollte.

Victoria risks everything to leave a dangerous marriage and gain a second chance at life. But when her escape goes awry, she finds herself caught in the embrace of a mysterious siren, forced to choose: temporary salvation or immediate death. Five years later, Victoria is alive—and the world’s finest ship captain. But her debt to the siren looms while her conniving ex has demanded a king’s ransom as the final price of her freedom. Victoria refuses to cause her family to suffer any more on her behalf, and is determined to make things right before her time is up. But that time is cut short.

Settling the American West required true grit, fortitude, and when necessary, shedding blood. It also required men like Preacher and MacCallister to enforce peace in a land where the law was scarce—and justice was delivered from the barrel of a gun. Wagon trains carrying immigrants along the Oregon Trail are falling prey to outlaws. Most families surrender their valuables and goods peacefully, but anybody brave enough to resist gets a bullet. The gang’s latest victim was a wagon master who sought to protect his charges only to die in the dust

Weil er nicht stark genug ist, wird John immer als Letzter ausgewählt. Als es ihm auch in Nimmerland passiert, verlässt er die Gruppe. Er geht zum Baum des Raunens und wünscht sich was. Er wünscht sich, dass sein Verstand zu Muskelkraft wird. Dadurch wird er zwar enorm stark, aber auch enorm dumm.

In Nimmerland demoliert das schwarze Monster Noctarum die magische Barriere, hinter der es gefangen ist. Lily ist die tapfere Auserkorene, die die Barriere wieder stabilisieren darf. Lily muss sieben Diamanten suchen, und die Freunde begleiten sie dabei. Nach- einander zeigt ein Traumfänger Lily, wo die Diamanten zu finden sind.

In einem Streit fährt John seinen Bruder hart an. Traurig geht Michael zur Lagune der Meerjungfrauen. Die überreden ihn, vom verzauberten Lagunenwasser zu trinken, um ihn zu kontrollieren. Michael sorgt nun dafür, dass die Piraten und die Verlorenen Kinder ebenfalls von dem Wasser trinken und sich in eine Art Zombie verwandeln.

Die drei Geschwister streiten sich die ganze Zeit. Darum schlägt Lily ihnen vor, dass sie zum Stein der Zwietracht gehen und ihm alles anvertrauen sollen. Der Stein nimmt ihren Zorn auf sich. Dort tauchen die Piraten auf, die sich zuvor beim Stein über Hook beschwert haben, und greifen die Kinder an.

In Nimmerland wird das Große Buch von der Diebin Sienna geklaut. Sie tauscht das Buch bei Hook gegen ein altes Armband ein. Hook gelingt es, die Monster aus dem Buch zum Leben zu erwecken. Er gibt ihnen den Befehl, die Einwohner von Nimmerland gefangen zu nehmen und auf die Jolly Roger zu bringen. Nur Michael schafft es, zu entkommen.

Bevor es zur großen Höllenschlacht kommt, versammelt Asmodis seine Getreuen um sich. Dabei ersinnt er einen Plan, wie er seinen verhassten Sohn Loxagon aus dem Weg räumen kann, ohne dass Unmengen von Blut fließen müssen. Doch so hinterlistig, wie sein Vater ist, so ist auch Loxagon brandgefährlich. Er will der neue Herr der Hölle werden. Mr. Silver und Cuca begeben sich mit Tony Ballard nach Haspiran, wo Mr. Silver seinen Freund von Marbu befreien will. Auf der Reise warten jedoch zahlreiche Gefahren auf sie.

Chaiyal ""the Heretic"" North, former intergalactic heavyweight champ, flees the wrath of crimelord Gredok the Splithead by going to a place Gredok can't reach—the Reef. A frontier planetoid where citizens try to scratch a living from the rock, the Reef is a lawless land ruled by the strong and the vicious. For Chai, it's a hardscrabble life vastly removed from his former super-stardom. No more media, no more octagon, no more bright lights, and no more mods. When he hits rock bottom, he must carve out a new existence free from the weight of his past.

There are some things in this world that can't be stopped. Like progress, a moving train, and the American Dream. When the bigwigs in Washington decide to build a transcontinental railroad to the West Coast, they need a man who's just as unstoppable to clear a path through Mexican territory. That man is Jamie MacCallister. Jamie knows it's a tough job. The territory is overrun with Apaches. The Apaches are gunning for a fight. And the first patrol sent in by the president has already been ambushed, kidnapped, and most likely killed.