Drama Collection

Tragedy leads to triumph, as Katherine is suddenly hurled into a decades-long struggle for survival... and vengeance! Born into a family of War Masters, she is genetically destined to become a War Master. But she must first earn the title. Decades into her century-long training, Katherine's training facility is attacked by clandestine forces, and she is hurled into the blackness of space to fend for herself. Her destiny becomes entwined with that of the galaxy, as she must find a way to assume her destiny, and help save trillions of innocent people in the process!

Embark in a long, epic tale of the Legend of a Minecraft Hero through his personal diary. Little did he know that the simple act of logging into this Minecraft server would set in motion a prophecy that has been passed down through generations... that a player would one day arrive on this land, not to save it but... to end it. Join the Hero as he climbs the tallest of mountains, searches the darkest of ruins, meets the strangest of friends and scariest of foes as he goes on to learn about this prophecy... this legend that tells him of a tale that he is unwilling to believe... that the Hero ...

This Greek tragedy is based on the myth of Prometheus, a Titan who, in defiance of the gods, gives fire to mankind, an act for which he is subjected to perpetual punishment.The play consists almost entirely of speeches since the protagonist is chained throughout.

In these first short stories collection, the author assembled unforgettable tales that will make the reader ponder, laugh and even get a wet eye or drop a tear with narratives about everyday serendipitous characters around us; from Homeless Tony to Mr. Harris' Tiffany to Big Red Johnny, and many more, the author tell us skillfully about the fictional characters coming vibrantly alive with all their humanity to entertain the reader!

A collection of five short stories - spanning 1200 to 2600 words each - depicting bad people in dark situations. Some receive justice for their horrible deeds, but not all, which is ultimately the worst crime. "For you can tell the badness in a man, if he carries the sickness responsible for doing wrong upon others. It's in the eyes. The shadows that do not wander off, but linger, staying and festering."

Some of the greatest poets and lovers in the English language speak of their love in this seductive and romantic collection. Here are the voices of Romeo, Robert Burns, Lord Byron and many others.

Throughout this collection are tales honed with a psychological edge and sprinkled with a dash of dark humor, while other stories cross over into the realms of tragedy, coming of age, and the paranormal. Diseased - When Carter Lynch, a resident of a mental institution, has a nervous breakdown over the death of his beloved ducks, the head nurse steps in and reveals to him that everything is not as it seems, but to Carter everything is exactly as it seems. Ripple in the Moonlight - Three young men are heading to the lake for a fun-filled night of camping and fishing. When poor decisions are ...

Award-winning author Lynne Reid Banks is perhaps best known for her classic children's book The Indian in the Cupboard. But it was her groundbreaking debut novel for adults, The L-Shaped Room, that made her name. First published in 1960, it was an instant success and has been in print ever since. This collection contains both The L-Shaped Room and sequel The Backward Shadow, as well as two stories specially written for BBC radio and a bonus edition of Bookclub.

If you liked The Man in the Tree, you will love House of Sun, Sky, and Sand. What sacrifice would you make to save your spouse? Would you step aside if someone could love her better? Should you break up with her? What would you do if you saw your widow at work? What happens to a ghost twin when she tries to help her twin? How long does it take to recover from the loss of a child? Think love is only for conventional beings, humans, people? Do you want a child? How many times will you try? How long do triplets mourn the third? How comforting would it be to know that your love survives? ...

This is a short collection of short stories, set mostly in and around Roswell, New Mexico. There a mix of contemporary, adult fiction including a couple of science fiction stories.

The Persians: A Translation from Aeschylus There is no drama where the total multiplicity of horror in defeat is more cogently presented than in the Persians by Aeschylus, who fought in the Athenian triumph at Salamis, where the Persian fleet was rammed and wrecked.

Oedipus the King is the story of a man whose life is destroyed by his own good intentions. When a terrible secret from his past is brought to the light of day, the consequences are chilling - and ineluctable.

Unique to this title is: a historical introduction, an overview, a study of themes, and a list of famous quotes. You may of course skip all of it and go straight to the main title if you do not want any spoilers and come back later to the beginning. William Shakespeare, the 16th-century English poet, playwright, and actor, is generally regarded as the best writer in the English language and the world's best dramatist.

A Casual and Chaotic Christmas Collection The Kennedy Family Christmas Anthology Curl up with four sweet and sexy romance short stories featuring the Kennedy family. Start off with Mari and Leo who are trying for a Casual Christmas. Then Mari's sister Tessa and her childhood sweetheart Ben know that they're experiencing a Not So Casual Christmas. Youngest sister Becca and Justin are having a chaotic Christmas in the next story. And finally their mother Erica and father Jace are having a Christmas Crisis. Facing divorce, they need a Second Chance Christmas. These heartwarming and steamy ...

A selection of classic poetry beautifully enhanced by classical music. Poets include Keats, Wordsworth, and Owen.

The great tragedy by Athenian playwright Sophocles, a tale of a woman's duty and a king's pride. Antigone promised a proper burial to her late brother, but doing so will disobey an ordinance of King Creon and risk invoking his wrath. Translation by F. Storr.

Euripides' classic tragedy in a new verse translation and a new, full cast audio production. After Troy fell to the Greeks, Andromache, the wife of the slain Trojan king Hector, was taken as prize and given to Achilles' son Neoptolemus as his concubine. He treated her kindly, and in the fullness of time she bore him a son. But Neoptolemus went on to take as his wife Hermione, the daughter of Menelaus, but she could bear him no children. Enraged with jealousy, Hermione plots the death of Andromache.

Shakespeare's sonnets have long been considered some of the greatest poetry ever written. It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard the phrase, “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?" Marvel at the use of syllables, or simply sit back and enjoy all Shakespeare’s sonnets in one handy volume.

The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, often shortened to Hamlet, is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare sometime between 1599 and 1601. It is Shakespeare's longest play, with 29,551 words. Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his revenge against his uncle, Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet's father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet's mother.

Each story in this collection celebrates the magic of Christmas through love, forgiveness, and the joy of second chances. Whether it’s the sparkling snow in a small town or the soft glow of Christmas lights in the city, each romance brings warmth to the heart and a reminder that during the holidays, anything is possible. From first meetings to rekindled relationships, these stories promise to leave readers hopeful and happy just in time for Christmas.