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ONE grey, uncertain afternoon in November, when the vapour-laden skies were without a rent, and the trailing clouds, without a fringe, were passing imperceptibly into drizzle, that thickened with coming...

Some of the stories in this volume have already appeared in print. "The Red-haired Girl" in The Windsor Magazine; "Colonel Halifax's Ghost Story" in The Illustrated English Magazine; "Glámr" I told in...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'Jacquetta', the reader is transported to the English countryside in the 16th century, where the protagonist, Jacquetta, navigates the complexities of love, power, and family....

In Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Story of Jael', readers are taken on a journey through the biblical tale of Jael and Sisera, exploring themes of faith, betrayal, and female empowerment. Baring-Gould's writing...

We are a little surprised, and perhaps a little shocked, at the illiberality of the Swiss Government, in even such Protestant cantons as Geneva, Zurich, and Berne, in forbidding the performances on their...

Kitty Alone is a romance and mystery novel written by Sabine Baring-Gould. It's a suspenseful story set on the South Devon Coast. The eponymous Kitty is a clever and sensitive young girl, Kate Quarm....

The Book of Were-Wolves is a classic work of European lore on lycanthropy in particular pertaining to werewolves. The book deals with three subjects: 1) Summarizing folklore and beliefs about werewolves...

Curious Myths of the Middle Ages is a collection of a dozen of tales and legends from medieval England. The author does a thorough research relating these stories to the extant mythology from many ancient...

In 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events, 1st Series' by Sabine Baring-Gould, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through historical anomalies and curious incidents, presented in a detailed and...

Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'The Frobishers' is a captivating tale set in the rugged and mysterious landscape of Dartmoor, known for its atmospheric moors and ancient legends. The story follows the Frobisher...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'S. George' is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that delves into the legendary story of Saint George from a unique perspective. Written in a vivid and immersive literary...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Yorkshire Oddities, Incidents and Strange Events' is a captivating collection of anecdotes and stories from the heart of Yorkshire, offering readers a glimpse into the peculiar...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Arminell, a social romance' is a captivating novel that explores the intricacies of social dynamics and the complexities of human relationships in Victorian England. The book is...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Noémi - A Story of Rock-Dwellers', readers are transported to a remote village where a young orphan girl named Noémi must navigate the harsh realities of life among the rock-dwellers....

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events, 2nd Series' is a captivating collection of lesser-known historical tales and unusual events. Written in Baring-Gould's trademark lively and...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'Domitia', the reader is transported to ancient Rome where the protagonist, Domitia, navigates the complexities of society and power struggles. Baring-Gould's descriptive...

Originally published as two separate series, now these seven steamy romances are available all together. Aloha to You -Novella Undercover Bridesmaid - Novel Hot Bartender - NovelRepeated Burn - NovellaBored...

Jane is a hard working, fiercely independent single mom, working to support herself and her six year old daughter in the aftermath of losing their home to fire. When she meets Dante, the handsome firefighter...

She lost more than loveDr. Chandy McDaniel's made peace with her past, and found a way to heal her wounds by pouring the love for the children she will never have on those entrusted to her at the crisis...

Renowned across the kingdom as the unstoppable "Dragon Slayer," Haleon is a name whispered with awe and reverence. But the truth? His so-called "dragons" were just oversized hamsters, and his triumphs...

Time is a motherf@#er.The rules that govern time machines are strict. Penalties for violations are severe and unpredictable. Ask decorated war hero John Banks how he knows.History will record that the...

In the shadow of murder, secrets come to light. Holiday festivities in tiny Anderson, Montana take an unexpected turn when a welfare check becomes a murder investigation. Stone County deputy Tom Edwards...

Not all who wander are lost. And some lose their way but find something better. Join fourteen wanderers on journeys through space, time, understanding, and love… A sasquatch quests for her name while...

Embittered warlock Laszlo Thorne is saddled with the unique ability to bridge the gap between the living and the dead. It's a secret he guards closely to avoid novice paranormal hunters and charlatans...

Ellie never imagined that a reluctant night out would plunge her into a world of angels and hidden powers. After a mysterious dance at the club and encountering an apparition of a mysterious man, she...

She took the dare.Lady Gemma Brooks was still in her awkward phase when a spiteful young woman dared her to ask the unattainable Duke of Grovemont for a dance. Gemma accepted, not for herself, but to...

Join Aiden and Loch as they unravel a festive mystery in this Christmas special! When someone starts pilfering presents from under the tree at Raven & Spritestar Inc., the detectives are on the case,...

The Aftermath, a swath of land on the island kingdom of Kloair, was left decimated by a horrific war between the chaotic and order deities. There, demonic beings roam, wreaking havoc and death on innocent...

Declan Grimm, orphaned shade witch, and scholar at the Royal Magical Academy, is sent to Blackfriar, his place of birth, to investigate the emergence of dark spirits which plague the town—and perhaps...

Escape to Angel Creek, Where Pasts Collide and Love Offers a Second Chance this Christmas Charity Kingston escapes a dangerous brothel owner, only to face her debts and a husband, Lewis Brown, hiding...

Christmas in the Highlands is filled with snowy beauty, festive parties, and…secrets!In a weak moment, Dottie Sangster mistakenly offers to help with the holiday meal preparations for the arrival of Lucerne...

Groomed is a dark comedy coming-of-age story about Myles "Mylo" Gunn, a middle-aged man turning 50 during the 2020 global pandemic and #MeToo Movement. With nothing but downtime with his thoughts, Mylo...

The Christmas Miracle comes to Dracula's Castle via a newly installed cable dish. A crisis of fear, dissatisfaction and dwindling finances lead to a special haunting of the old demon himself. Three Night...

It's not a wedding in Provence unless the party is crashed by ghosts.Weddings are a recipe for disaster, and my sister's upcoming nuptials in Provence to the man who betrayed me are no exception. But...

Science fiction and fantasy, mythology and encounters with the alien. From a Neolithic world of drowning islands to an Israeli desert town in the 1960s, from the realm of the gods beneath the Earth to...

Kevin and Josie have been through it all. Soon after they met they were thrown into chaos and danger. Both fought for their survival; individually and as a couple. Love was the last thing on their minds...

The Final ConfessionWhen a dying man's confession exposes a buried truth, Detective Emily Carter is thrown into a deadly game of lies and deception.Lucas Gray, a notorious lawyer, reveals that an innocent...

In a future where humanity has conquered the galaxy, technology has surpassed the unimaginable, but our ancient fears, desires and misgivings remain. 'The Great Expansion' is a work of survival, ambition...

A ghost who plays Cupid… Growing up in the small western town of Whiskey Springs, Amanda Gray knew no other way of life. She lived in the same house in the same room her entire life. A responsible young...

One witch, one cop, and an insane vampire hell bent on destroying them all -- if the demons don't get them first.Dr. Adriana Hill's life is thrown into a frightening whirlwind when she meets the twin...

Rachel Carter is ready for a fresh start. Leaving behind a turbulent past in Miami, she and her teenage son, Ethan, arrive in the cozy town of Maplewood Grove. Surrounded by rolling Tennessee hills and...

 A mysterious letter claims a man on death row is innocent—and the governor knows it. With days left until execution, Casey Stone is on the case. As Casey digs deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy reaching...

"Ivy's Christmas Song: A Frosty Christmas Adventure" is a heartwarming tale of hope, magic, and self-discovery. Follow Ivy, a brave little fawn, as she embarks on a journey from loneliness to finding...

Rule #1 for newly divorced single moms:Don't fall for your best friend's brother.Even if he is as handsome as he is kind and makes the most addicting lattes. Add in how great he is with your daughter...

The world of Avern has moved on. It's been nearly a millennium since the day when the whole pantheon vanished, a day no one will ever forget. Since the Abandonment, the mortals have learned to live without...

Evil lurks in the dark recesses of the bayou, and it's not the supernatural kind. Asha Kade is in New Orleans to cater an exclusive affair reserved for the Mardi Gras aristocracy. But when the king of...