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Kayla is just an ordinary girl . . . or so she thinks. When a day at the state fair is interrupted by the news that she’s the daughter of a “Dark Lord,” she and her family are quickly whisked to another world—one that’s chock-full of magic but lacking in technology!As her family encounters fantastical creatures in place of their Earthly gadgets, Kayla must prepare for the unpreparable: accepting her inheritance as the Dark Lady of Zaradwin. All Kayla wants is to go home, but she must learn magic to do so. The catch? For the Dark Lord’s daughter, the road to mastering magic is filled with evil traditions, treachery, and curses.As she ventures closer to her inheritance, Kayla must decide whether to accept her birthright. Is she destined for darkness? Or can she become a new kind of Dark Lady?

Lawrence Block, a four-time Edgar Award winner, presents a comprehensive collection of essays that delve into the craft of writing fiction. Drawing on his extensive experience, he shares insights on storytelling, character development, and the writing process. This collection serves as both a guide and inspiration for aspiring writers, offering practical advice and reflections on the creative journey. Block’s expertise and passion for the craft make this an essential read for anyone interested in honing their writing skills.

The collection offers insights from a master storyteller, exploring the nuances of crafting compelling fiction. Block shares his experiences, techniques, and philosophies, providing both aspiring and seasoned writers with valuable guidance. Through a series of essays, he delves into the creative process, the importance of character development, and the intricacies of plot construction, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of writing.

This collection features insights from a four-time Edgar Award-winning author, offering a deep exploration of the craft of writing fiction. It delves into the intricacies of storytelling, character development, and the creative process, providing both aspiring and seasoned writers with valuable guidance. Block shares personal anecdotes and practical advice, making it a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to enhance their writing skills and understand the nuances of the literary world.

Wie wurde aus dem jungen Anakin Skywalker der ruchlose Dunkle Lord der Sith Darth Vader? Wie gelang es dem verschlagenen Darth Sidious in der Maske des Senators Palpatine eine ganze Republik zu täuschen?§Wie konnten die Sith vor den Augen einer gesamten Galaxie eine gewaltige Armee von Klonsoldaten produzieren? Was führte schließlich in den gewaltigen Konflikt, der als 'die Klonkriege' in die Geschichte des Star Wars-Universums eingehen sollte?

Eff was born a thirteenth child. Her twin brother, Lan, was born the seventh son of a seventh son. This means he's supposed to possess amazing talent--and she's supposed to bring only doom to those around her. Undeterred, her family moves to the frontier, where her father will be a professor of magic at a school periliously close to the magical divide that protects settlers from the beasts of the wilderness.Eff and Lan don't know what awaits them. There are steam dragons that hover in the sky and strange creatures that could undermine the homesteaders' very existence. Eff learns magic with the other students, but something could always go wrong and she always feels a step away from complete ruin. As Eff and Lan grow older, they face challenges they could never have dreamed of, and are tested in ways that will change their lives forever.With wit and wonder, Patricia Wrede creates an alternate history of westward expansion that will delight fans of both JK Rowling and Laura Ingalls Wilder.

While Kate is at the Royal College of Wizards, she nearly is poisoned with a dangerous cup of hot chocolate while Oliver must find a way to break the spell of being turned into a tree, in a tale of magic set in Regency London. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults. Reprint.

The collection features a delightful mix of ten short fantasies, showcasing whimsical characters and imaginative plots. Among them is a humorous tale set in the Enchanted Forest, where Queen Cimorene wields a Frying Pan of Doom, alongside a quirky story about a magical blue chipmunk obsessed with chestnuts. Additionally, an eerie narrative unfolds as a caliph transforms his vizier's daughter into a wolf, blending humor, magic, and intrigue in a captivating way.

Award-winning author Patricia C. Wrede tells the final chapter of the Star Wars saga, in this incredible novel based on one of the most eagerly awaited movies of all time.The circle will now be complete: the final installment of the Star Wars saga, showing the emergence of Darth Vader, the downfall of the Jedi, and the revenge of the Sith.