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Riveting, historical accounts of daredevils, pilots and brutal madmen that inspire many of today's cinematic blockbusters. Step back in time with these thrilling tales that appeared in the pages of the most popular pulp fiction magazines of the 1930's and 1940's. The Collection includes: International Book Awards Winners: On Blazing Wings, Tomb of the Ten Thousand Dead, National Indie Excellence Award Winner: Under the Black Ensign as well as The...
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A moving historical tale and remarkable literary achievement, City Wolves is the story of Canada's first woman veterinarian, Meg Wilkinson. Born in 1870 on a farm near Halifax, Meg's childhood experience with wolves makes her determined to be a veterinarian. Supported by the seemingly eccentric Randolph Oliphant and inspired by the ancient Inuit who first turned wolves into sled dogs, Meg surpasses the horse doctors at vet college and becomes the...
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5 enthralling, imaginative historical fiction stories from the imagination of Connor Whiteley. An International Bestselling writer, Connor presents 5 outstanding, addictive World War Two Historical stories in this one collection.Includes:Criminal, Alliance, ResistanceSalvation In The MaidLove, Spies and RhinelandOur Woman In ParisConfession In The DarknessLove World War two? Love addictive historical fiction stories? Connor gives you both layered...
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It's August 16th, 1943, the height of WWII. Nine-year-old Max Pietrowski, his little brother Paul, and their friend Susan are creating fantasy worlds in their secret hideout, the storage room of a Massachusetts factory. Meanwhile, German saboteur Heinrich Mueller sets the timer for bombs to destroy the building. The factory makes weapons for the US military.
The children interrupt Heinrich's strike, delay his escape, and prevent his hero's return...
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Alone in the world, one woman must use her sword to seek revenge...
After Keiko finds herself alone, it is up to her to save her family name and honor.
But she is still only a woman.
After humbling herself to her daimyo and begs him to restore her birthright, she is met with only ridicule and watches as the man takes her family lands for himself. According to the samurai code of bushido, there is only one thing left for Keiko.
Vengeance.
Keiko...
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Welcome to the imaginary worlds of award-winning author Anna Castle. This collection of short stories ranges through time and space from the Yucatán peninsula in the early years of the Spanish conquest (The Broken Circle) to a bank office in late Victorian London (The Stockbroker's Wife.) Most stories feature Francis Bacon and other characters from his milieu. You'll read about Bacon's first case (For Want of a Book) and Tom's first solo investigation...
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The 35 stories and poem in this volume were written by authors between the ages of 10 and 13, selected for publication in Stone Soup magazine. Since its beginning in 1973, Stone Soup has published art, poetry and short fiction springing from the imaginations of young writers and artists. For all of us, adult and child, one of the keys to a love of history is story.
In this collection of historical fiction, we range widely through historical periods...
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You'll be bursting with ideas for captivating historical fiction plots with ease!
Would you like to have a friendly step-by-step guide that takes you from the initial concept to the exhilarating moment of publishing?
Imagine the satisfaction of crafting a historical fiction novel that not only transports readers to another time but also leaves them enthralled and eager for more.
You may have attempted to write a historical fiction novel in the past...
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Welcome to the second anthology from The Copperfield Review, the award-winning literary journal for readers and writers of historical fiction.
The Copperfield Review was named one of the top sites for new writers by Writer's Digest and it received the Books and Authors Award for Literary Excellence. Since its beginning in 2000, The Copperfield Review has developed a worldwide reputation as a leading market for short historical fiction and historical...
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Be My Witness takes place in ancient Israel during the period of Jesus Christ's life and teaching.
The Jews of Israel are fermenting an uprising against the Roman rule. The rebellious leaders of the Jews think Jesus was the Anointed One, the Messiah who would lead his people from under the thumb of Governor Pilate, relieve them of the burdensome taxation and the Roman Legions' harsh, unforgiving rule, and restore the Throne of David, bringing freedom...
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The breakout novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Orphan Collector, What She Left Behind weaves together riveting stories of past and present, exploring the strength of women in two different times as they face adversity in two very different ways. Go inside the horrifying walls of a 1920s New York asylum as a wrongly imprisoned woman fights for what...
The breakout novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Orphan Collector, What She Left Behind weaves together riveting stories of past and present, exploring the strength of women in two different times as they face adversity in two very different ways. Go inside the horrifying walls of a 1920s New York asylum as a wrongly imprisoned woman fights for what...
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"The Blockade Runners" is a 1865 short story by French novelist Jules Verne. Set during the American Civil War, the story follows James Playfair, a British merchant captain who seeks to break the Union blockade of Charleston harbor, South Carolina in order trade for cotton. Jules Gabriel Verne (8 February 1828 – 24 March 1905) was a French novelist, playwright, and poet, generally considered a major literary figure in Europe. "The Father of Science...
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Up2U Adventures-where the ending is Up2U! On May 31, 1889, the rains flooded Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Sarah Beth, her mother, and Vincent-a boy she likes-struggle to save what they can from the flooding. At the same time, her father is working to clear the railroad tracks into town. Who will survive when the dam collapses? The ending is Up2U, so which ending will you choose? Calico Chapter Books is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group....
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The echo of women screaming and children crying could be heard in the streets of Madrid as bombs fell crushing building and leaving torn and disfigured bloody bodies hanging from the ruins. It was 1930 and a Civil War had started in Spain. Breaking the Silence is a vividly realistic and powerful story of a 6-year-old little girl trying to understand and survive in a world where fathers kill sons, sons kill fathers and brothers kill each other. The...
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The echo of women screaming and children crying could be heard in the streets of Madrid as bombs fell crushing building and leaving torn and disfigured bloody bodies hanging from the ruins. It was 1930 and a Civil War had started in Spain. Breaking the Silence is a vividly realistic and powerful story of a 6 year old little girl trying to understand and survive in a world where fathers kill sons, sons kill fathers and brothers kill each other. The...
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