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The Mermaid's Madness [Secure Mobipocket/eReader (recommended)]
by Jim C. Hines
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 What would happen if a star writer went back to the darker themes of the original fairy tales for plots, and then crossed the Disney princesses with Charlie's Angels? What he'd end up with is The Mermaid's Madnessa whole new take on The Little Mermaid. And with Jim C. Hines, of Jig the Goblin fame, penning the tale, you can bet it won't be "They lived happily ever after."
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The Stepsister Scheme [Secure Mobipocket/Microsoft Reader/eReader (recommended)]
by Jim C. Hines
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What would happen if an author went back to the darker themes of the original fairy tales for his plots, and then crossed the Disney princesses with Charlie's Angels? What's delivered is The Stepsister Scheme--a whole new take on what happened to Cinderella and her prince after the wedding. And with Jim C. Hines penning the tale readers can bet it won't be "and they lived happily ever after."
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Goblin Quest [Goblin Series Book 1] [Secure Mobipocket/Microsoft Reader/eReader (recommended)]
by Jim C. Hines
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Jig is a scrawny little nearsighted goblin-a runt even among his puny species. Captured by a party of adventurers searching for a magical artifact, and forced to guide them, Jig encounters every peril ever faced on a fantasy quest.
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Blade of the Bunny [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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In this award-winning prequel to "Spell of the Sparrow," James Lapin is a thief who learns first hand the dangers of meddling in the affairs of wizards. Along with his fellow thief Alicia, James finds himself between an angry father and his lovesick daughter, both of whom have enough magic to put a quick and messy end to James' thieving career. And then there's the enchanted dagger he's been hired to steal, a dagger with a very special power.... (Published: 1999) Writers of the Future Contest Winner
Words: 6068 - Reading Time: 17-24 min.
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Goblin Hero [Goblin Series Book 2] [Secure Mobipocket/Microsoft Reader/eReader (recommended)]
by Jim C. Hines
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After barely surviving an adventure he never wanted, the scrawny little nearsighted goblin called Jig is now known as Jig Dragonslayer, and has the power of healing, thanks to the forgotten god he worships. But being a hero isn't all it's cracked up to be. Not when the goblin leader wants him dead, and everyone else actually expects him to keep doing heroic-and incredibly dangerous-things.
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Goblin War [Goblin Series Book 3] [Secure Mobipocket/Microsoft Reader/eReader (recommended)]
by Jim C. Hines
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If you think it's hard being a hobgoblin or a human, try living a goblin's life for a while. In fact, try imagining what it's like to be the runtiest goblin in the caves, the lone worshiper of a god who's been forgotten for a good reason, and the target everyone points to at the first hint of trouble. Try picturing yourself as Jig Dragonslayer, and see how you like it ... Despite impossible odds, Jig was still alive. He'd survived an adventurer's quest against a dragon and a necromancer, a pixie... more info>>
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Goldfish Dreams [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Eileen Greenwood's first year at Southern Michigan University means freedom: freedom from the brother who molested her, from the father who refused to believe her, and from the sister who turned her back. Eileen tries to leave the past behind, but becomes obsessed with learning what transformed her brother into a predator. In the effort to understand, she will confront both her own memories and a monster far worse than her brother ... if she can find the strength to confront him. [Note: All roya... more info>> (Published: 2003)
Words: 95374 - Reading Time: 272-381 min.
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Brainburgers and Bile Shakes: A Love Story [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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A touching tale of fledgling love, which happens to take place in a zombie theme park. (Published: 2002)
Words: 3984 - Reading Time: 11-15 min.
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Deliverance [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Terry's wife Claire may have died three years ago, but some things are stronger than death. Trapped between life and death, Claire refuses to let go until she can find a way to bear their child ... no matter what the price. (Published: 2005)
Words: 6403 - Reading Time: 18-25 min.
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Hasa Kesla (Good-Bye) [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Two years ago, Dr. Jan Christopher lost her fiancé to a vampire named Celeste Bukwas. But when Celeste arrives at the hospital, suffering from an unknown disease, Jan will have to make a choice: betray her oath and allow Celeste to die, or fight to save the creature who destroyed Jan's own life. Cover art by Alicia Austin. (Published: 2000)
Words: 4664 - Reading Time: 13-18 min.
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Inspecting the Workers [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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The arrangement seemed more than fair to the struggling poor of Detroit: Kris Dobson's team would reanimate the dead to help restore the city, and when the zombies broke down, the government would pay for full funeral arrangements. But life adapts ... even undead life. (Published: 2001) Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Honorable Mention
Words: 3076 - Reading Time: 8-12 min.
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Nothing but Meat [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Ebony has spent most of her college years searching for meaning. As this gritty tale begins, Ebony's quest leads her to a fledgling movement spreading throughout the world. By violating one of the oldest taboos known to man, these people share a closeness and honesty Ebony has never known. But does Cannibalism truly hold the answers she needs? (Published: 2005)
Words: 4992 - Reading Time: 14-19 min.
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Over the Hill [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Forty years ago, Florence was one of the most dangerous women in the Viscount's guards. Today she can't go half an hour without a privy break. But when bandits kidnap a friend's grandson, Florence will have to lead her old companions into one final, very unorthodox battle. (Published: 2004)
Words: 4769 - Reading Time: 13-19 min.
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Spell of the Sparrow [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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In this humorous sequel to the award-winning tale 'Blade of the Bunny,' James and Alycia Lapin are living a relatively peaceful life in the woods, where their biggest worry is how to dissuade their daughter Mel from this wizarding business. But when a Cloudling casts a love spell on James, Alycia and Mel will need all of the magic and cleverness they can muster, not to mention the help of a spunky gray cat who just happens to be dead. (Published: 2004)
Words: 4370 - Reading Time: 12-17 min.
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Team Teaching [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Andre Greenfield is a teacher at the East Kingdom School for Young Nobles in this lighthearted fantasy tale. When one of his students disappears, lured away by magic, Andre is determined to find her. To succeed, he will need the help of the toughest, most resourceful person at the school: the librarian. (Published: 2002)
Words: 4357 - Reading Time: 12-17 min.
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The Historical Tradgedie of Julia and Remirro [MultiFormat]
by Jim C. Hines
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Leprosy has sentenced Geoffrey to a living death in this richly detailed 15th century tale. Proclaimed "dead to the world" by the church, Geoffrey must learn to carry on after losing his land, his health, and his family. As his body betrays him, he struggles to complete one final message for his wife, now legally widowed. Exiled from London, Geoffrey can not contact her directly. But as one of Geoffrey's contemporaries noted, "The play's the thing...." (Published: 2002)
Words: 5263 - Reading Time: 15-21 min.
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