From the alleys of Italy to the mountains of Nepal, the Krampus's globetrotting quest continues! When a clue leads him deep inside the Himalayas, the Krampus finds himself facing a legendary foe. Plus, fallout from Father Christmas's decision sparks dissension at the North Pole. The stage is set for the Santa Coup!

YOU BETTER WATCH OUT… KRAMPUS IS COMING TO TOWN. Ancient folklore warns of a mythical counterpart to Santa Claus, who punishes naughty children every Christmas… his name is KRAMPUS. Michael Dougherty presents the official graphic novel based on his festive horror comedy, which expands the mythology of this iconic terror with an anthology of three deliciously twisted morality tales that will leave you praying you are not on the naughty list. At the most wonderful time of the year, a drunken mall Santa comes under siege from some very mischievous Christmas spirits, a dysfunctional cop becomes trapped with the man who ruined his life and the wealthy town “scrooge” must face the shadows from his past as his home comes under invasion from the homeless. This Christmas, Krampus will make sure they all get what they deserve. Michael Dougherty, the writer/director behind cult horror hit Trick ‘r Treat, is joined by a fantastic team of creators, uniting Krampus co-screenwriters Zach Shields and Todd Casey and artists Fiona Staples (Saga), Christian Dibari (Hoax Hunters), Maan House (Witchblade), and Stuart Sayger (Bram Stoker’s Death Ship) to deliver a twisted gift for the holiday season.

This book documents hundreds of customs and traditions practiced in countries outside of the United States, showcasing the diversity of birth, coming-of-age, and death celebrations worldwide. From the beginning of our lives to the end, all of humanity celebrates life's milestones through traditions and unique customs. In the United States, we have specific events like baby showers, rites of passage such as Bat and Bar Mitzvahs and "sweet 16" birthday parties, and sober end-of-life traditions like obituaries and funeral services that honor those who have died. But what kinds of customs and traditions are practiced in other countries? How do people in other cultures welcome babies, prepare to enter into adulthood, and commemorate the end of the lives of loved ones? This three-volume encyclopedia covers more than 300 birth, life, and death customs, with the books' content organized chronologically by life stage. Volume 1 focuses on birth and childhood customs, Volume 2 documents adolescent and early-adulthood customs, and Volume 3 looks at aging and death customs. The entries in the first volume examine pre-birth traditions, such as baby showers and other gift-giving events, and post-birth customs, such as naming ceremonies, child-rearing practices, and traditions performed to ward off evil or promote good health. The second volume contains information about rites of passage as children become adults, including indigenous initiations, marriage customs, and religious ceremonies. The final volume concludes with coverage on customs associated with aging and death, such as retirement celebrations, elaborate funeral processions, and the creation of fantasy coffins. The set features beautiful color inserts that illustrate examples of celebrations and ceremonies and includes an appendix of excerpts from primary documents that include legislation on government-accepted names, wedding vows, and maternity/paternity leave regulations.

Enjoy Life Now! Have you ever heard of “The Secret” or the “Law of Attraction”, yet, wonder why what seems to be working for other people hasn’t yet worked for you? Enjoy Now, Hustle Never: The Secret of Manifestation Magic cracks the secret behind the secret and provides over 11 fun little ways to raise your vibe and keep it high during the manifestation process. Have you ever dreamed of finding a magic bottle wherein lives your very own genie who can grant you all your wishes instead of just three? Or perhaps you’ve wished upon a star or blew your wish into the Universe on dandelion fluff. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way, a true way, all our wishes could come true? What if I told you there is, and that this secret way of wishing has been around since the beginning of time? You might’ve even heard of it. It’s called the Law of Attraction, or, more popularly “The Secret”. Maybe you’ve tried the principles of the Law of Attraction and got lackluster or less than desirable results. Yet, you haven’t given up. You know deep within that there is something that’s missing from the information you’ve been given about the Law of Attraction, and, if you just had the last puzzle piece then you’d be able to manifest your wishes and dreams. The Universe has heard you, and they’ve led you here. I have good news for you! If you’re reading this page you’ve come to the right place because I am going to reveal to you the missing parts of the Law of Attraction and why it may not be working for you, and how you can fix this problem overnight and begin using the manifestation magic you were born with right away! In this book, you are going to learn: The 13 Laws of the Universe and how they work with the Law of Attraction to make your wishes come true Ways you can stop resistance before it forms What anti-wishes and shadow beliefs are, how they prevent you from getting your wishes, and how to vanquish them forever so you can finally manifest what you want! +More!

Full of Christmas wonder, eggnog, and endearing characters, Wendy Darlymple’s Kissing Christmas Goodbye is a charming tale of getting a second chance at love. Christmas is Lizzy’s favorite time of year; even when divorcing her husband forced her and her daughter to move back in with Lizzy’s parents. Max hates Christmas and all the pomp and candy canes that goes with it. What’s worse is the house he’s renovating is smack dab in the middle of the uber festive Candy Cane Lane. Just when Lizzy thinks she can convince her grinchy neighbor Max to participate in the neighborhood-wide decorating, her world is threatened when Lizzy’s ex demands their daughter spend Christmas with him and the other woman.

Step into the dark roots of Christmas past where the Krampus punishes the bad boys and girls. Christmas time is truly the darkest and creepiest time of the year filled with devilish creatures lurking in the shadows waiting to get us. Best known is the Krampus who has been the subject of films and songs. There was a time in the late 1800s when people sent Krampus cards, not holiday greetings. There are other violent and dangerous monsters from all over northern climes who have been hunting naughty children for centuries. From shapeshifters to mountain trolls, to elves, to heavy-handed cohorts of Saint Nicholas, the Christmas holiday has been filled with ghosts and monsters ready to dole out punishment to those who need it. The Fright Before Christmas will delve into the folklore of Krampus and his friends with the elf-like Tomten and the goblinesque Karakoncolas. The Belsnickel is ready to hit us with his switch of sticks and Gryla may drag you back to her mountain lair. And watch out for the Yule Cat ready to pounce! These are just a few of the yuletide beasties coming for us in The Fright Before Christmas in the hope they can save us from ourselves. The folklore roots of Christmas under its many other guises (Yule, the Winter Solstice, Saturnalia) is examined in a different, darker light. The Winter Solstice is a time to be afraid. It's the shortest day of the year. The longest night. In some parts of the world, the sun doesn't rise at all. It's dark, and we have to wonder if the sun will ever come back at all. Christmas has always been creepy and with The Fright Before Christmas you'll see the other side. This is a book for everyone who loves a little darkness around the holidays. Be good or the Krampus will get you!

“Nothing short of extraordinary. Doctor Who: The Twelfth Doctor just keeps getting better.” – Snap Pow The Twelfth Doctor has just regenerated – but the universe won’t give him a minute’s rest! Not when there’s a violent, sentient star on the warpath on a terraformed ice planet – or an ancient celestial murdering her way toward resurrection. From an enemy who can slide between the cracks of the universe, to an alien invasion in 1960s Las Vegas, and on to a battle for the future of the solar system, the Twelfth Doctor and Clara have their work cut out for them if they’re going to survive. Writers Robbie Morrison (Drowntown, Nikolai Dante), George Mann (Warhammer 40,000, Dark Souls) and Cavan Scott (Vikings, Tekken) join an astounding team of artists, including Dave Taylor (Batman: Death by Design), Brian Williamson (Torchwood), Daniel Indro (Vikings) and Mariano Laclaustra (Torchwood), in this complete collection of the Year One adventures of the Twelfth Doctor, as played by Peter Capaldi, and Clara, as played by Jenna Coleman. Collects Doctor Who: The Twelfth Doctor Year One #1-16.

Sprinkle Some Festive Cheer on Your Trivia Game! Deck the halls with... facts? Absolutely! Jenny Kellett, the queen of trivia, is back with the Christmas edition of her bestselling "The HUGE Book of Amazing Facts & Interesting Stuff." Packed fuller than a Christmas stocking, this edition features over 700 festive trivia facts that will jingle all the way into your brain. Bursting with the kind of humor that could rival any Christmas cracker joke, this collection is perfect for spreading holiday cheer to the whole family. Sneak a Peek Under the Tree • According to Statistics Canada, 3.5 million fruitcakes are sold annually in the country. Whether they are eaten or not remains a mystery. • The U.S. was fashionably late to the Christmas party, only making it a federal holiday in 1870. • Male reindeer shed their antlers in early December, while females keep theirs through the winter. So, technically, Rudolph would likely be female! • Irving Berlin, who penned “White Christmas,” was Jewish. Facts All Wrapped Up in Categories From "Christmas Around the World" to "The Economics of Christmas," there's a chapter for everyone—even your awkward uncle. Perfect for Yuletide Fun Whether you’re young or just young at heart, this is the ideal read for family gatherings by the fireplace. Amp up the holiday vibes and impress the in-laws or that one cousin who thinks they know everything. It’s the season of giving, after all. Why not gift some festive knowledge with the most up-to-date Christmas trivia book around? Order your copy today and get ready to sleigh your next holiday trivia game!

Book 1 in the Bloodline of Yule Trilogy Charity Jones is a 16-year-old engineering genius who's bullied for being an atheist at her conservative high school. Everything changes when Charity's mother brings home a dreamy teen runaway named Aidan to foster for the holidays. Matched in every way, Charity and Aidan soon fall into dizzying first love. But it seems Aidan isn't the only newcomer: Charity soon finds the brutally slain corpse of her worst bully, and then gets hard, haunting evidence that something monstrous is stalking Oak County. Can Charity and her Skeptics Club stop the killer? Christmas is coming...or is it Krampus? Great Christmas horror with a twist for teens and adults! WINNER, 2016 Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a YA Novel NOMINEE, 2017 Anthony Award for Best Children's/YA Novel in Mystery Writing #1 on Goodreads for Women in STEM #1 on Goodreads for Female Scientist Heroes in Fiction