V. Castro Poradie kníh

Eine Anthologie mit 34 brandneuen Kurzgeschichten basierend auf Stephen Kings Meisterwerk, dem Nr. 1 New-York-Times-Bestseller THE STAND ! Seit seiner Erstveröffentlichung im Jahr 1978 gilt THE STAND als Stephen Kings bahnbrechendes Meisterwerk der apokalyptischen Fiktion. Mit Millionen verkaufter Exemplare und zwei TV-Adaptionen hat dieser Kultroman Generationen von Schriftstellern beeinflusst. Obwohl es andere bemerkenswerte Werke gibt, die den Zerfall der menschlichen Gesellschaft erforschen, war keines so einflussreich wie dieses – mit seiner beeindruckenden Charaktervielfalt und der düsteren, aber letztlich hoffnungsvollen Vision vom Ende und dem Neubeginn unserer Zivilisation. Nun hat Stephen King zum ersten Mal offiziell eine Rückkehr in die erschütternde Welt von DAS LETZTE GEFECHT autorisiert - in Form dieser Anthologie, präsentiert von den preisgekrönten Autoren und Herausgebern Christopher Golden und Brian Keene. DAS ENDE DER WELT WIE WIR SIE KENNEN vereint einige der größten und visionärsten Schriftsteller unserer Zeit und bietet unvergessliche, brandneue Erzählungen, die während und nach (und manche vielleicht lange nach) den Ereignissen von DAS LETZTE GEFECHT spielen – vierunddreißig brillante, furchterregende und zutiefst menschliche Geschichten, die bei Lesern weltweit zum unverzichtbaren Begleiter des klassischen Bestseller-Romans avancieren werden. Mit einer Einleitung von Stephen King, einem Vorwort von Christopher Golden und einem Nachwort von Brian Keene. Zu den Autoren gehören: Wayne Brady und Maurice Broaddus, Poppy Z. Brite, Somer Canon, C. Robert Cargill, Nat Cassidy, V. Castro, Richard Chizmar, S. A. Cosby, Tananarive Due und Steven Barnes, Meg Gardiner, Gabino Iglesias, Jonathan Janz, Alma Katsu, Caroline Kepnes, Michael Koryta, Sarah Langan, Joe R. Lansdale, Tim Lebbon, Josh Malerman, Ronald Malfi, Usman T. Malik, Premee Mohamed, Cynthia Pelayo, Hailey Piper, David J. Schow, Alex Segura, Bryan Smith, Paul Tremblay, Catherynne M. Valente, Bev Vincent, Catriona Ward, Chuck Wendig, Wrath James White, und Rio Youers.

Maria, a newly turned Mexican vampire, embarks on a quest for answers beyond her thirst for blood. This gripping narrative weaves themes of empowerment, desire, and belonging, appealing to fans of dark fantasy. With a compelling storyline from a twice Bram Stoker-nominated author, it promises to captivate readers with its rich exploration of identity and the supernatural.

Exploring the Alien universe, this collection features three epic novels that delve into the origins of PFC Jenette Vasquez and her family. Readers will experience intense battles against Xenomorphs as characters confront extinction threats. Additionally, the narrative follows researchers at Pala Station as they inadvertently invite disaster linked to these formidable creatures. This omnibus introduces new authors and expands the lore of a beloved franchise, blending action, horror, and character development.

The narrative explores the chilling presence of La Llorona, a Mexican folk demon, as it intertwines with themes of generational trauma and systemic oppression. The protagonist grapples with the haunting legacy of motherhood and the horrors it entails, creating a deeply immersive experience that reflects on the impacts of colonization. This story delves into the intersection of personal and cultural histories, offering a poignant examination of fear and resilience.

In a gripping continuation of Kora's journey, the surviving warriors unite with the resilient people of Veldt to protect their new home from the looming threat of the Motherworld. As they prepare for battle, each warrior confronts their own past, uncovering personal motivations for their fight. Amidst the impending conflict, strong connections are formed, heroes rise, and legends begin to unfold, highlighting themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the power of community in the face of adversity.

An ancient Aztec vampire roams the modern world in search of vengeance and love in this seductive dark fantasy from the author of The Haunting of Alejandra.Hundreds of years ago, she was known as La Malinche: a Nahua woman who translated for the conquistador Cortés. In the centuries since, her name has gone down in infamy as a traitor. But no one ever found out what happened to La Malinche after Cortés destroyed her people.In the ashes of the empire, she was reborn as Malinalli, an immortal vampire. And she has become an avenger of conquered peoples, traveling the world to reclaim their stolen artifacts and return them to their homelands.But she has also been in search of something more, for this ancient vampire still has deeply human longings for pleasure and for love.When she arrives in Dublin in search of a pair of Aztec skulls—artifacts intimately connected to her own dark history—she finds something else: two men who satisfy her cravings in very different ways.For the first time she meets a mortal man—a horror novelist—who is not repelled by her strange condition but attracted by it. But there is also another man, an immortal like herself, who shares the darkness in her heart.Now Malinalli is on the most perilous adventure of all: a journey into her own desires.

Oficiální knižní adaptace. Když mírumilovnou kolonii na měsíci v jednom z nejzazších koutů vesmíru ohrozí armády tyranského regenta Balisaria, stane se Kora, tajuplná cizinka žijící spolu s vesničany, jejich nejlepší nadějí na přežití. V blížící se bitvě mohou přijít doslova o všechno. Kora musí najít schopné bojovníky, aby se po jejím boku pokusili o nemožné – vzdorovat Mateřskému světu. Shromáždí malou bandu válečníků – vyvrhelů, povstalců, rolníků a válečných sirotků z rozmanitých světů, které spojuje touha po vykoupení a pomstě. Až na jejich zapadlý měsíc dopadne stín celé Říše, ve výhni boje proti nepřemožitelné přesile bude muset z nesourodé bandy povstalců ukout novou armádu hrdinů.

The narrative intertwines various stories of rebellion and vengeance against oppression. An ancient goddess emerges to cleanse the earth, while two pearl divers seek revenge on their enslavers. A mutant jellyfish species disrupts beach life, and a pirate, alongside her all-female crew and mermaids, confronts a corrupt king. On land, a mother takes justice into her own hands using a unique chili salsa to avenge her community's daughters. Each thread explores themes of empowerment and resistance.

Exploring the Chicana experience, this anthology delves into themes of nightmares, dreams, and desire through a collection of short stories. V. Castro masterfully intertwines urban legends, folklore, and personal heartache, creating a vivid tapestry of modern horrors that resonate deeply. Each tale offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of identity and culture, making for an intimate and haunting reading experience.

A groundbreaking Latinx Aliens novel by a rising star Latina author, featuring the fan-favorite character PFC Jenette Vasquez from the hit movie Aliens and the family she is forced to leave behind. For the very first time, the canonical background of the breakout Aliens hero Jenette Vasquez, as well as the story of the children she was forced to leave behind as written by the rising Latina horror star V. Castro (Queen of the Cicadas). Even before the doomed mission to Hadley’s Hope on LV-426, Jenette Vasquez had to fight to survive. Born to an immigrant family with a long military tradition, she looked up to the stars, but life pulled her back down to Earth—first into a street gang, then prison. The Colonial Marines proved to be Vasquez’s way out—a way that forced her to give up her twin children. Raised by Jenette’s sister, those children, Leticia and Ramon, had to discover their own ways to survive. Leticia by following her mother’s path into the military, Ramon into the corporate hierarchy of Weyland-Yutani. Their paths would converge on an unnamed planet which some see as a potential utopia, while others would use it for highly secretive research. Regardless of whatever humans might have planned for it, however, Xenomorphs will turn it into a living hell.