In this stirring novel by the author of "Naming the New World," two World War II heroes--one black and one white--return home to learn that what happened in war was no preparation for the brutal violence of peace.

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success. Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing. Revealing the 15 "beats" (plot points) that comprise a successful story--from the opening image to the finale--this book lays out the Ten Story Genres (Monster in the House; Whydunit; Dude with a Problem) alongside quirky, original insights (Save the Cat; Shard of Glass) to help novelists craft a plot that will captivate--and a novel that will sell.

THE RETURN OF SORAHB? Legend has it that when Farsala most needs a warrior to lead it, Sorahb will be restored by the god Azura. That time has come. After a devastating loss to the army of the Hrum, Farsala has all but fallen. Only the walled city of Mazad and a few of the more uninhabitable regions remain free of Hrum rule, and they seem destined to fall as well. Farsala needs a champion now. Three young people are waging battle as best they can. Soraya, Jiaan, and Kavi, their lives decimated by the Hrum, are each in a personal fight against their common enemy. Apart, their chances are slim, as none of them is Sorahb reborn. United, perhaps they can succeed. But only Time's Wheel can bring them together—if it turns the right way. If it doesn't, Farsala is surely doomed. In the sequel to the critically acclaimed Fall of a Kingdom (formerly titled Flame), the first book of the Farsala Trilogy, Hilari Bell draws readers deeper into the mythical land of Farsala and weaves an epic tale of destiny and danger.

“CATCH AND KILL” BY DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI A nationwide tragedy took away Luke and Joanne Collins’ son, and now they roam the country in search of those they feel were responsible for his death. Their goal is simple: catch and kill. “SAVE THE CHEERLEADER, DESTROY THE WORLD” BY KEITH R. A. DECANDIDO When she jumped off a Ferris wheel in Central Park and survived, Claire Bennet changed the world. Now “Evos” - Evolved Humans - are exposed. In this story we discover what happened to Claire after that fateful moment. “A LONG WAY FROM HOME” BY KEVIN J. ANDERSON AND PETER J. WACKS A group of Evolved Humans use their abilities to plan an escape from a detention center for people with very unusual powers. THREE BRAND-NEW NOVELLAS BASED ON NBC’S WORLD-WIDE HIT TV SERIES HEROES, AND THE EPIC EVENT SERIES HEROES REBORN.

When her brother Hiroki disappears after a violent altercation with school bullies, Yuriko finds a magical book in his room. The book leads her to another world where she learns that Hiroki has been possessed by the evil King in Yellow, and that only she can save him...and solve the riddle of why the King is also called "Hero." -- VIZ Media

A Hero Like You looks at everyday heroes and highlights qualities such as loyalty, compassion, resourcefulness, justice, and courage. The lyrical rhyme and relatable illustrations remind us that we all have the opportunity to be a hero by helping others, doing right and making the world a better place. "What the world needs is a hero like you!"

NO REST FOR THE WICKED! Xylo and his unit of penal heroes may have defeated the immortal demon lord Iblis and saved Mureed Fortress, but their punishment goes on. New enemies emerge—a demon lord with the ability to don a human disguise and a band of assassins bent on killing Teoritta—plunging the city of Ioff into chaos and destruction. With the addition of a dragon knight who couldn’t care less about human life and a mysterious artilleryman, Penal Hero Unit 9004 finds itself sinking ever deeper into a vortex of combat and conspiracy!

Collects Marvel Two-In-One #42-43 & 53-58. Project: PEGASUS hires the Ever-Lovin' Blue-Eyed One as a security chief, but what's the point if the place is already filled with super-villains in the first place? Featuring Hercules and Thundra, Deathlok and Dr. Strange, Captains America and Marvel, Man-Thing and...Classic Thing? Plus: action in Olympus and the Nexus, Hollywood and Yancy Street! New identities for THREE super heroes! All this AND Super Hero Poker Night!

Pringle presents his selections in chronological order and includes a synopsis of the story, a discussion of the author's overall contribution to fantasy literature, critical commentary on the title's significance, and a brief publishing history. An introductory essay tackles the difficulty of defining fantasy, while a "Brief Bibliography" directs readers to other discussions of the genre. By no means a definitive subject guide, this entertaining volume should serve as a solid introduction to the elusive field of imaginative literature.