Available Now: World-famous musician Ry Cooder publishes his first collection of stories.

“Ruiz Zafón’s visionary storytelling prowess is a genre unto itself.”—USA Today Return to the mythical Barcelona library known as the Cemetery of Forgotten Books in this posthumous collection of stories from the New York Times bestselling author of The Shadow of the Wind and The Labyrinth of the Spirits. Bestselling author Carlos Ruiz Zafón conceived of this collection of stories as an appreciation to the countless readers who joined him on the extraordinary journey that began with The Shadow of the Wind. Comprising eleven stories, most of them never before published in English, The City of Mist offers the reader compelling characters, unique situations, and a gothic atmosphere reminiscent of his beloved Cemetery of Forgotten Books quartet. The stories are mysterious, imbued with a sense of menace, and told with the warmth, wit, and humor of Zafón's inimitable voice. A boy decides to become a writer when he discovers that his creative gifts capture the attentions of an aloof young beauty who has stolen his heart. A labyrinth maker flees Constantinople to a plague-ridden Barcelona, with plans for building a library impervious to the destruction of time. A strange gentleman tempts Cervantes to write a book like no other, each page of which could prolong the life of the woman he loves. And a brilliant Catalan architect named Antoni Gaudí reluctantly agrees to cross the ocean to New York, a voyage that will determine the fate of an unfinished masterpiece. Imaginative and beguiling, these and other stories in The City of Mist summon up the mesmerizing magic of their brilliant creator and invite us to come dream along with him.

Set in the nation's capital, a collection of stories about African Americans living in Washington, D.C., introduces characters who struggle daily with loss--of family, of friends, of memories, and of themselves. Repritn. 15,000 first printing.

What happens when someone tells you that you're the answer to the riddle of life? What happens when a stranger in Starbucks gives you something that will change your world forever? What happens if the world starts to fall asleep, hour by hour? City Stories is a new type of cabaret drama, a sequence of interwoven love stories, and a love-letter to London. Composed up of five discrete yet interwoven stories, each taking the form of a monologue or duologue, and performed with specifically composed songs, City Stories looks at a variety of experiences of love and loss via a range of people living in the UK's capital. Elegantly written and beautifully constructed, these pieces look at the varieties of love and how it might save us, showing James Phillips's writing at his very best. City Stories received its world premiere at St James's Theatre, London, in 2013 and has since gone on to establish a year-long residency at the theatre.

Secret Keepers and Weber City Stories by M.W. Joyce Secret Keepers is the story of a young woman’s irrational quest for revenge as she searches for her biological parents. Through the softening influence of others she meets along the way, she becomes open to the gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Readers will be intrigued as Alistar ventures into astronomy, Arabian horse raising, and western lifestyle, all while traveling a slippery path that eventually leads her to find romance and the recognition of Christ in her life. Weber City Stories recalls the rural lifestyle during the 1920s through the early 1940s of a prominent family in a small community. The unique events in their lives will no doubt strike a chord of nostalgia with readers interested in learning about the times and seasons of the past.

Welcome to Arc City. A city that exists in a world beyond governments, where war and climate change have destroyed the old order. Corporations are now the authorities of the surviving city states. The elite live in luxury above the clouds in their towers, everyone else lives further down, based on their corporate and economic worth. Arc City Stories is an exciting, action-packed collection of nine cyberpunk tales, written by eight authors, of various citizens each trying to survive, in their own way, this brave new world.

В этом издании неадаптированные тексты блистательных рассказов американского юмориста смогут читать даже те, кто пока не очень хорошо знает английский. К каждой странице текста дается словарь самых нужных слов и краткие грамматические комментарии. С их помощью читатели легко уследят за сюжетом и сами не заметят, как освоят немало новых слов и устойчивых выражений, научатся увереннее употреблять грамматические конструкции и без проблем доберутся до финала.Книга предназначена для тех, кто изучает английский язык на продолжающем уровне и стремится к его совершенствованию.

The Stories of Building the Black Beach Community of Ocean City, North Carolina shares a provocative story about a small Black beach community on North Topsail Island, North Carolina. Hope Jackson argues that stories like these not only offer a rich, untold perspective about Black lives, but also shares the depth of this Black community despite originating under the threat of violence in the segregated South. Brick by Brick acknowledges the defiance of a group of Black individuals who, collectively, provided a recreational oceanfront haven. These radical Black folks created a safe harbor for Blacks to visit, live, worship, and recreate in the midst of de facto segregation. The author reveals an embedded narrative which highlights the rebelliousness of Ocean City women’s strategic mothering. Jackson shares how the impact of this location extended beyond a vacation by creating Christian worship opportunities and an Episcopal summer youth camp for Black youth. The Ocean City stories remind readers that despite Jim Crow’s demise, the need for a safe, recreational space remains necessary for Black people in today’s society.

New York City is a city of immigrants. It is founded on the principle that through commerce and dedication anyone can become successful enough for their subsequent generations to thrive. Three ENL classes at Morris Academy for Collaborative Studies have explored and debated the validity of this sentiment during their academic year. This book is the product of that exploration and debate. Through their writing on language, migration, and social activism one can see the nuances, conflict, and emotion that comes with the idea of a shining city on a hill

In 'The Gift of the Magi and Other New York City Stories' by O. Henry, readers are treated to a collection of poignant and heartwarming tales set in the bustling city of New York. O. Henry's writing style is marked by its engaging narrative and ironic twist endings that leave readers both touched and thoughtful. The stories in this collection provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people facing life's many challenges and joys, creating a rich tapestry of urban life in the early 20th century. O. Henry, known for his unique storytelling and keen observation of human nature, drew inspiration for his stories from his own experiences living in New York City. His ability to capture the essence of the city and its diverse inhabitants shines through in each story, making them both relatable and timeless. Through his writing, O. Henry sheds light on the universal themes of love, sacrifice, and human resilience. I highly recommend 'The Gift of the Magi and Other New York City Stories' to readers who enjoy immersive storytelling with memorable characters and thought-provoking themes. O. Henry's collection is a masterpiece of American literature that continues to resonate with readers of all ages.