Download or read book Samhain s Bargain written by J. D. Blackrose and published by Bell Bridge Books. This book was released on 2022-10-28 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Great urban fantasy, wonderful writing, intriguing characters (love Pinky!), and an enthralling plot." — PenKay, VINE VOICE on Hell Bound Though I've been waiting for Lucifer to make his move, I never expected it to come on Halloween, a year after Gregory and I made our escape from Hell. But I'm not ready for it. I'm still grieving the loss of my father and my angel boyfriend. And the last thing I need or want is another confrontation with the Prince of Lies. Especially when he's bent on vengeance. Still, a confrontation is what I'm going to get. Because I've just learned that Lucifer is riding to Earth with Samhain, the Lord of All Hallows' Eve, to tempt Gregory with promises of power and put Gregory's immortal soul in jeopardy. He wants revenge on Gregory—the mortal who escaped his grasp. And on me—the summoner who killed Duke Valefar, a powerful demon who'd served Lucifer since the Fall. So now, we're both in his crosshairs. And it's going to take all of our willpower—not to mention some help from Lord Samhain himself—to slip Lucifer's noose. "Fabulous! The chaos continues. The action is just as energetic with well-crafted characters, flaws, and all keeping the excitement riotously flowing along at a good pace with its great writing. This has been a wonderful Urban Fantasy and the surprising epilogue teases maybe Becs's story isn't quite finished yet." — C. Sinclair, Amazon Reviewer on Hell Bound "The story is so much fun you'll be up late because you won't want to put it down. I can't recommend it highly enough." — Patrick, NetGalley reviewer on Demon Kissed Author Bio: Samhain's Bargain is the fourth installment in J. D. Blackrose's The Summoner's Mark Series after Demon Kissed, Fae Crossed, and Hell Bound. Previously, she's published The Soul Wars, The Devil's Been Busy, and the Zombie Cosmetologist novellas through Falstaff Books. She's also published multiple short stories, including "Welcome, Death," in the award-winning Jewish Book of Horror. Connect with her on Facebook, Twitter, and her website.

Download or read book More Than a Bargain written by Jet Mykles and published by Loose Id Llc. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TWO FOR ONE DEAL Meg's in trouble. Roland Parks wants her to join his coven and isn't taking 'no' for an answer. She has until Samhain to come to him or else he comes for her. "What's a good witch to do?" Magic, of course. Although she hates the idea of 'owning'someone, she casts an age-old spell that will bring her protection. With a leashed shape-shifter at her side, she should be able to keep Roland at bay until she comes up with a better idea. The spell works. Boy, does it work! Instead of just one, Meg gets a two-for-one deal when her spell not only brings her Rudy, a werewolf, but also Michael, a werejaguar. Two gorgeous men who are not only into each other but take an instant interest in her as well. MORE THAN A BARGAIN The evil witch is dead. Unfortunately, Meg killed him. With magic. A definite no-no where the Witches' Council is concerned. If the Council can prove it, she'll be put to death. To make matters worse, she also absorbed a hell of a lot of the witch's power and memories and she's barely able to contain them. "What's a not-so-good witch to do?" Rely on her shifters, of course. Michael and Rudy show every sign of sticking with her through this mess and Michael's proven to have contacts that just might help. Wonderful of them. Except relying on them means that, Meg also has to figure out where she fits in their relationship. Is she a third wheel? Or could they really make a happy threesome? Meg's two-for-one deal has turned into more than a bargain.

Download or read book Samhain Shifters written by Aimee Easterling and published by Wetknee Books. This book was released on 2022-02-14 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Save with this complete series bundle, including: Moon Glamour: Half-werewolf Athena keeps her human sister safe by steering clear of shifters. But when an intriguing alpha offers her a brighter future, she's tempted into running with wolves. Charmed Wolf: Tara is an an alpha above and apart. But when an achingly beautiful outsider sets up a meeting under false pretenses, she's drawn into a wild hunt. Fae Wolf: When the borders between earth and Faery close without warning, changeling werewolf Storm is torn between her home and her fated mate. The romantic fantasy Samhain Shifter series can be read in any order, with adventure, mystery, and a happily ever after in every book.

Download or read book Do I Have to Wear Black written by Mortellus and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2021-02-08 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Guidebook for the Modern Pagan Funeral Explore death and dying from the perspective of magical and Pagan communities. Filled with rituals, meditations, legal considerations, and practical advice, this book provides profound insights into death as a spiritual process. Within these pages, you will discover more than fifty rituals for funerals, memorials, and remembrances as well as meditations for mourning and letting go. Each chapter shares the beliefs and specific rituals of a distinct tradition, including British Traditional Wicca, Dis-cordianism, Eclectic Wicca, Heathenry, Hellenism, Druidry, Thelema, and more. You will also discover hands-on advice for creating shrouds, coffins, and death masks as well as tips for advanced planning, wills, and power of attorney. Whether you want to share this book with a non-Pagan funeral professional, learn what to expect at a Pagan funeral, or develop a ritual for a loved one's passing, the wealth of material within is designed to help readers experience final transitions in a spiritually meaningful way. With contributions from a variety of practitioners across many traditions, Do I Have to Wear Black? delivers a multitude of magical rites and detailed explanations in one thorough manual.

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Download or read book Pinky Promise written by J. D. Blackrose and published by Bell Bridge Books. This book was released on 2024-05-17 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I'm Becs, and I'm a Summoner. I can call Powers—fae, demons and the like—to the mortal plane. Does this always go the way I want? No. No, it does not. It's caused a lot of complications. Just ask anyone who knows me. Fortunately, I've got a host of friends, a gorgeous boyfriend, a magic shop, and an over-eager magic wand with an itch for dark witches. What I don't have is my dearest friend, Pinky, because the six-foot-tall fairy returned to the Fae Lands after he sacrificed his magic to help capture a dangerous djinn. I'm battered and bruised but I made a solemn vow—a literal pinky promise—to find a way to restore my friend's magic, and I am determined to do it—even if it means facing the terrifying Queen of All Faerie, Queen Titania herself. But that's not my only problem. The djinn magic infected the tether between Earth and Faerie. If the bindings's not restored, it could mean the end of both worlds. No pressure. Every time I think I've got things sorted out, something else happens, and the laws of unintended consequences follow me like a dog looking for a bone. Speaking of which, King Oberon just dropped off a huge Irish Wolfhound puppy, and I haven't the faintest idea what to feed her. It's going to take more than a little magic to pull this off. Praise for The Summoner's Mark Series: "If you enjoy urban fantasy then do yourself a huge favor and add this author to your must-read list."—Marta Cox, Goodreads Reviewer "This whole series has a wonderful combination of snark, heart, and mystery."—Carrie, Goodreads Reviewer "Great urban fantasy, wonderful writing, intriguing characters (love Pinky!), and an enthralling plot. Highly recommend."—Penny, Goodreads Reviewer About the author: Pinky Promise is the sixth installment in J. D. Blackrose's The Summoner's Mark Series after Demon Kissed, Fae Crossed, Hell Bound, Samhain's Bargain and Wish Magic. Previously, she's published The Soul Wars, The Devil's Been Busy, and the Zombie Cosmetologist novellas through Falstaff Books. She's also published multiple short stories, including "Welcome, Death," in the award-winning Jewish Book of Horror.

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Download or read book Wish Magic written by J. D. Blackrose and published by Bell Bridge Books. This book was released on 2023-07-28 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hi, I’m Becs. And I’m a Summoner. The Kiss on my wrist--a mark I’ve had since birth--signals my rare ability to call on immortals and negotiate with them on behalf of my clients for information, favors, or other services. In the past few years, these powers got me entangled with the demon Valefar, a bevy of fae and even Lucifer himself! It’s complicated, dangerous, and exhausting...especially when dealing with a guy like my pseudo-friend, businessman/mobster Gregory Adamos. When Gregory told me he was having a package delivered to my door, I was suspicious. After all, I know he’s desperate to get his very human hands on any sort of magic. So, I opened the package...and found a crystal that had no business being in the United States, much less Smokey Point, Ohio. Worse--this crystal contained a djinn. And when Gregory released it, all hell broke loose. Gregory thinks he can control this ancient creature, but I know better. The djinn has to be put back in his prison and locked away forever. But Gregory wants to use the genie’s power for himself. Before long, the entire magical community of Smokey Point is in chaos. And if that isn’t enough to keep me busy, Asher has returned. Only he’s human this time, not an angel. I don’t know which will be harder to do--imprison a genie or trust the love of a man I thought long dead. I wish I knew. PRAISE FOR THE AUTHOR: “I highly recommend this series. It's a thrill ride from beginning to end.†--Wonderfullyweird88, Goodreads on Fae Crossed “Fabulous! The chaos continues. The action is just as energetic with well-crafted characters, flaws, and all keeping the excitement riotously flowing along at a good pace with its great writing. This has been a wonderful Urban Fantasy and the surprising epilogue teases maybe Becs’s story isn’t quite finished yet.â€--C. Sinclair, Amazon Reviewer on Hell Bound “Great urban fantasy, wonderful writing, intriguing characters (love Pinky!), and an enthralling plot. Highly recommend.â€Penny, Goodreads Reviewer ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Wish Magic is the fifth installment in The Summoner’s Mark Series. Previously, she’s published The Soul Wars, The Devil’s Been Busy, and the Zombie Cosmetologist novellas through Falstaff Books. She’s also published multiple short stories, including “Welcome, Death,†in the award-winning Jewish Book of Horror. Follow her on Facebook and Twitter or visit her website: slipperywords.

Download or read book Yeats the European written by Alexander Norman Jeffares and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1989 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contents: H.S.H. Princess Caroline; Opening Address; C. George Sandulescu, Preface; A. Norman Jeffares, Address on Yeats the European; Alasdair D.F. Macrae, When Years Summoned Golden Codgers To His Side; Helen Vendler, Yeats As A European Poet: The Poetics of Cacophony; Patrick Rafroidi, Yeats's France Revisited; Denis Donoghue, Yeats and European Criticism; Jacqueline Genet, Villiers De l'Isle Adam and W.B. Yeats; Warwick Gould, A Crowded Theatre: Yeats and Balzac; Birgit Bramsb0/00ck, Yeats and The 'Bounty of Sweden'; Peter R. Kuch, A Few Twigs From The Wild Bird's Nest; C.K. Stead, Yeats The European; Michael Sidnell, The Presence of The Poet: Or What Sat Down At The Breakfast Table; Ronald Schuchard, Yeats, Titian and The New French Painting; John Kelly, Caelum Non Animum Mutant; William M. Murphy, Lily Yeats, W.B. Yeats, and France; Ann Saddlemyer, Georgie Hyde Lees: More Than A Poet's Wife; Michael Alexander, Savants and Artists: Pound and Yeats; Bernard Hickey, Lady Gregory: Coole and Ca'Cappello Layard; Andrew Parkin, W.B. Yeats and Other Europeans; Masaru Sekine, Four Plays For Dancers: Japanese Aesthetics and A European Mind; George Watson, Yeats, Ibsen and The 'New Woman'; Toni Cerutti, Yeatsian Studies In Italy Today; Heinz Kosok, Yeats In Germany; A. Norman Jeffares; Contributors; Index^R

Download or read book Halloween and Other Festivals of Death and Life written by Jack Santino and published by Univ. of Tennessee Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: However, the essays in this volume also suggest that there is something ironic and unsettling about the immense popularity of a holiday whose main images are of death, evil, and the grotesque. Halloween and Other Festivals of Death and Life is a unique contribution that questions our concepts of religiosity and spirituality while contributing to our understanding of Halloween as a rich and diverse reflection of our society's past, present, and future identity.