Mytiske væsner: vampyrer, varulve og andre formskiftere

Blodet er liv. Bram Stokers udødelige vampyrhistorie nænsomt genfortalt af den danske gysermester.Kenneth Bøgh Andersen åbner døren ind til Dracula for os alle sammen i denne overlegne og hårrejsende genfortælling af Bram Stokers udødelige klassiker.Ingen anden skurk er blevet for­tolket så mange gange i populær­kulturen som grev Dracula, som vi alle føler, at vi kender, selvom de færreste af os nok har læst det store kollageværk fra 1897.Kenneth Bøgh Andersen genfortæl­ler loyalt og urovækkende historien om den unge Jonathan Harker, der ulyksaligt havner på grevens slot i Transsylvanien og mister sin for­stand og sin forbindelse til virkelig­heden, mens greven planlægger at indtage både London og Jonathans elskede Mina. Fascinationen af vampyrer er ikke blevet mindre siden 1897, og Kenneth Bøgh An­dersen folder elegant fortællingen ud for den moderne læser.Med Dracula genfortalt fuldender Kenneth Bøgh Andersen sin trilogi med genfortællinger af de største gyserklassikere. Alle tre bøger kommer i smukt udstyr med flotte sort/hvide illustrationer af Rasmus Jensen, læsebånd med mere. Et must have-samling til enhver gyser-entusiast.

"Raphael and Elena are experiencing their first ever year of true peace. No war. No horrors of archangelic power. No nightmares given flesh. Until ... the earth beneath the Refuge begins to tremble, endangering not only angelkind's precious and fragile young, but the very place that has held their most innocent safe for eons. Amid the chaos, Elena's father suffers a violent heart attack that threatens to extinguish their last chance to heal the bonds between them and make sense of the ruins of their agonizing shared history. Even as Elena battles grief, Raphael is torn from her side by the sudden disappearance of an archangel. But worse yet is to come. An Ancestor, an angel unlike any other, stirs from his sleep to warn the Cadre of a darkness so terrible that it causes empires to fall and civilizations to vanish. This time, even the Cadre itself may not be able to stop a ticking clock that is counting down at frightening speed"--

Life as a newly made vampire? Complicated. Being the target of Death himself? Outright bonkers.I woke up with fangs, a thirst for blood, and no memories of my past. To add to my confusion, the Grim Reaper is inexplicably hell-bent on ending me. Who would've thought that the God of the Dead would wear designer suits and ooze power and danger like a mob boss straight from the underworld?Vampires have been extinct for five thousand years. But it seems the memo didn't quite reach my maker.Now, Mr. Tall, Dark, and Lethal plans to use me as bait to catch the reckless bloodsucker who turned me. But I've got other plans-I'm desperately trying to uncover the fragments of my identity.If we want to hunt down the immortal responsible for upsetting the balance, the God of the Dead and I are going to have to work together.As we navigate the underbelly of Las Vegas, a city pulsating with secrets, it becomes evident that it's not just poker chips and slot machines that keep it running. It's Immortals who traded desert sands for casino sands and hieroglyphs for neon lights. Amidst all this, a powerful tension kindles between Death and me, threatening to fracture his millennia-old walls of solitude.If I'm not careful, I may just die...again.NOW WITH 2 BONUS CHAPTERS!Get this complete series NOW and plunge into a world where gods walk among us, enemies turn into lovers, and passion blazes even in the dark shroud of death.

A Soul of Ash and Blood, penned by the renowned author Jennifer L. Armentrout, is a riveting tale that is sure to captivate readers from start to finish. Published in 2023 by Simon + Schuster Inc., this book is a testament to Armentrout's storytelling prowess and her ability to weave intricate narratives. The genre of the book is not specified, but one can expect it to be as engrossing and immersive as her previous works. A Soul of Ash and Blood is a must-read for anyone seeking a fresh and exciting literary experience.

Killer polar bears, murderous hunters, a stalker ex-boyfriend, what else could go wrong? Tour guide Rob MacMathan foresees a grizzly attacking him while he's a polar bear, moose stampeding, and a tour guest succumbing to the frigid water on a trip. But it gets worse when the man he hates most returns to White Bear to claim the woman Rob loves. Alicia Raycroft envisions Rob swimming in an indoor pool as a polar bear. Her visions can be surreal, but when she sees a grizzly attacking Rob, her being eaten by a polar bear, and making love to the hot tour guide, nothing makes sense. Alicia and Rob are already headed down one dangerous path, so why not risk a chance at love? Only he has more dark secrets he's unwilling to share. If you're ready to take a dangerous trip into the polar bear's world, be sure and grab a copy of Loving the White Bear.After that, you can sink your teeth into the continuing white bear troubles in Claiming the White Bear.

Det er en mørk og skyet aften.Du og din søster er på vej hjem.Du har det sært i kroppen.Noget er på vej.Med et glider skyerne væk over jer, og alt bliver lyst op.Månen er fuld…De har skarpe, lange tænder. De har hår over hele kroppen. Og så angriber de mennesker!Sådan møder vi ofte varulve på film, i bøger og spil. Men hvad er en varulv? Hvor stammer de fra? Og findes de i virkeligheden? Det får du svar på i denne bog.Varulve er en del af Maxi-serien. Maxi er en serie af letlæste fagbøger til børn i 2.-4. klasse. Bøgerne har en klassisk opbygning og er særdeles velegnede til faglig læsning i indskolingen og på mellemtrinnet. Bøgerne er rigt illustreret med forskellige grafiske elementer og faktabokse, der understøtter de faglige tekster. Maxi-serien berører en bred vifte af aktuelle og relevante emner om alt fra klima, gaming, sport, og naturens verden. Der følger elevopgaver med til alle bøgerne.

Pip og hans forældre flytter til London. Det viser sig, at deres nye bydel i London ikke er helt almindelig, den er nemlig befolket af overnaturlige væsener. En sjæletyv huserer i området, og sådan én er selv de overnaturlige bange for. Den stjæler nemlig din personlighed!Spændende og humoristisk gyserhistorie, der har et godt plot med et klassisk mysterium. Den handler også om venskab, om at turde være sig selv, og om hvordan ens forældre kan være virkeligt pinlige og irriterende, men når de så ændrer sig radikalt, savner man dem alligevel som deres pinlige selv. En bog, det er en fornøjelse at læse. Anbefales varmt til folkebibliotek og PLC.LEKTØRUDTALELSEN

La dernière métamorphe dragonne rencontre ses quatre âmes-s¿urs, leaders de leurs communautés de métamorphes. La vie est sur le point de devenir dangereuse. Quand je pars à la recherche de sensations fortes le jour de mon 21ème anniversaire, me faire kidnapper ne faisait pas partie de mes plans. Tout comme découvrir que les métamorphes existent, et que j'en fais partie aussi. En tant que dernière des métamorphes dragonnes, j'ai un rôle à jouer. Accepter les leaders des quatre groupes en tant que mes âmes-s¿urs et réunir tous les clans de métamorphes. Pas de pression, n'est-ce pas ?C'est dommage que mon destin ne soit pas aussi simple que de juste me mettre en couple avec quatre mecs super sexy. Il y a des gens qui en ont après la lignée des métamorphes dragonnes, bien décidés à finir ce qu'ils avaient commencé il y a des années. Si je ne trouve pas le moyen de ranimer mes pouvoirs dormants, ma vie partira en fumée.* Les âmes-s¿urs de la dragonne est une série de romance paranormale dans laquelle l'héroïne n'a pas à choisir entre ses hommes. Attendez-vous à des situations sexy, des actions intenses et un quartet de métamorphes séduisants composé d'un loup, un ours, un jaguar et d'un aigle dont vous souhaiteriez qu'ils soient vos âmes-s¿urs. *

I need to love him. If I don't let, I'll let down my father and kingdom, and I'll never be human again. After two years apart, it seems Prince James has changed for the better. I think I might be okay with our arranged marriage now, after a lifetime of struggling to care for him. He protects me from a beast, he takes my nightmares away, and he makes my body come alive. Then the beast comes back and takes me away, yet underneath lies a man I shouldn't feel sympathy for, but I do. But I can't let my kidnapper woo me, and I can't even consider a relationship with the best friend who jokes his kiss could break the curse I've been placed under. I have to fall in love with James, or everything falls apart. Only then can I even consider looking at anyone else in a different light. But when all of this is over, who knows what my heart will want? Matteo's true self is far more pleasing than I thought it would be, and Stefan makes me laugh more than anyone else. When we finally break free, who knows what the future holds?

"Kept me on the edge of my seat..."~Goodreads reviewerTWILIGHTTo save a friend, I stake my alpha in Slayers, Inc. and disappear, hoping my superiors will believe I died along with my alpha.But you don't quit Slayers, Inc. until you're too old to fight...or dead.A member of SI's shadowy Board of Directors tracks me down. One last job, he tells me, and he'll make things right with the organization.The catch? I have to go undercover as a blood thrall in the dangerous world of vampire syndicates.BRIENTwilight shouldn't be up for sale. She made it clear she'd never be anyone's thrall.But there she is, the main attraction at a private auction.The woman I'd do anything, pay any amount to have.So I buy her.But is she who she's pretending to be-or have I brought the means of my own destruction directly into my lair?An enemies-to-lovers romance set in Rebecca Rivard's award-winning vampire mafia world

When destiny gives you three paths, choose the fourth.I doodle this in my art journal because it seems like the answer to my riddle. Some say having choices is a good thing. I've learned that three possible roads to the future mean confusion and heartache.It all started when I shot an alien prince on a highway near Lake Tahoe... Well, to be honest, it began when I met a towering man with chestnut eyes who captured my heart despite his best efforts to leave me out of his dangerous world.Andras is my mate, but he's compelled by fate to join forces with a rival alpha to support my prophetic mission. Elliott and his pack are family now, and Elliott looks at me like Andras does. Both men tug on my heartstrings-and that's not my biggest problem.After a battle with said alien prince, we regroup at my brother's fishing lodge in Ketchikan. I haven't seen Dylan in years. There's a reason for that, which makes me sadder than our separation. Then, my vampire friend enlists my help on a mission. When Andras finds out, I learn what happens when you poke an angry bear.I'm about to make it worse when my instincts urge me to leave my bear and my dragon to follow the ancient tiger, aka the alien prince, to his lair-my third path in a destiny of choices marked by the moon goddesses of Anurash. ~ Selena AiresEnjoy this thrilling and romantic conclusion to The Starlight Chronicles, an epic paranormal romance.*This is not a standalone.* Book One, Ursus Borealis is the start of Selena's journey.

Official job working security? Check.Dragon sidekick along to keep her out of real danger? Check.Mythological monsters let loose on the town? Oh, crud.It's been rough adapting to her new lifestyle, but Danni's gotten used to the fangs and venom, and found strength within to overpower her worst enemy: her own self-doubt.Now she's on her first official job as a member of Rider's security firm.Assigned as security at Gruff's Bar and Grille in Moonlight, West Virginia, Danni is bored to tears until a man stumbles in, missing a few important body parts.The overprotective Rider wants to take her off the case, but she's determined to prove she can handle the job and convince her stubborn sire she's tougher than he gives her credit for.She's taken on shifters and gangbangers, and earned the moniker of Danni the Teste Slayer. Surely she can take on whatever is preying on the people of Moonlight...

"Blood Ronin" offers a riveting journey through a world where the way of the samurai is under siege by both progress and betrayal.This story follows a masterless samurai, navigating through peril, political schemes, and personal demons, seeking redemption and a new purpose in life.Set against a backdrop of shifting alliances and ancient prophecies, the narrative delves deep into themes of identity, duty, and the blurred lines between justice and vengeance.With heart-pounding action and emotional depth, it's a tale of resilience, courage, and the unyielding human spirit, promising an unforgettable adventure that challenges the essence of honor and strength.

An alpha always puts his pack first.Alpha Silas Flynn wants revenge. Since the day Alex Bloodright murdered his parents, Silas has made it his mission to bring the rogue werewolf to justice. After months of hunting his nemesis, he's closer than ever to neutralizing Alex for good. But when he's unexpectedly assigned a new partner, Meredith, his wolf takes an unusual interest in her. Now is not the time for the goddess to grant him a fated mate.Fox shifter Meredith has her own reasons for wanting revenge on Alex. Her werewolf father's pack was slaughtered by him. But convincing Silas to let her help while dodging the feelings she has for him leaves her struggling to keep her eye on the target.As the two close in on Alex, it becomes apparent that someone on the inside is helping him. Stopping the rogue will force Silas to question everything, including his ability to be the alpha fate has demanded him to be and exactly how far he's willing to go for the woman he loves.

Here comes the apocalypse.The first Horseman is threatening to destroy the world. Witch hunters are exterminating anyone who might stop Conquest. The hulking werewolf Eric is breathing down their necks. What can Layla do when the whole world's about to end? Plan her wedding!Surprise, surprise-the coven boys are starting fights about her marrying Cal. Daniel's afraid he could be pushed out. Ink would never admit that he's worried she'll move beyond him. Garavel just wants to get away from the wet dog smell. As for the ex-witch hunter Raul, he declares the whole idea ludicrous. Witches are vanishing across the world and Conquest is definitely to blame, but no one knows yet how to stop him. Everyone expects Layla to put her life aside to save the world. All she wants is one day to be happy.Worst of all, her mother is back in her life and already trying to control her. She tells Layla that witches do not fall in love, much less marry. It could kill both the witch and her lovers. After everything in her life, Layla refuses to give up the men who have saved her.In this penultimate book, the Coven will be tested as they fight for their place in both the relationship and the world. Every force is trying to pull Layla away from her guys, but she'll need them more than ever to survive the horror of planning a wedding in three months. Will the bride make it down the aisle before the world ends?

The Queen of paranormal romance.USA Today#1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan has enchanted legions of paranormal romance fans with her sensation series featuring sexy immortal Carpathian heroesa remarkable breed of vampire. In this stunning new edition of Dark Desire, a beautiful doctor is perilously drawn to the far Carpathian Mountains by a mysterious stranger who needs her medical expertise. Despite the danger, she cannot deny her deep connection to this mystery manor he, his raging need for her. Discover the breathtaking power of supernatural love in this darkly sensuous classic from Christine Feehan.

Now that they're together, Arie and Adrian must do everything they can to stay that way in the second book in the irresistible Lair series.Working on superyachts has not turned out as Aurora Strand expected. Despite her abusive past, she has managed to fall in love with a vampire-the mysterious and controlling billionaire, Adrian Voper-and in order to free him of violent needs she must now hunt down and destroy his maker. But finding this fiend in a world of yachts-turned-vampire lairs is easier said than done. When their plan goes awry and Adrian is captured by the coven, Aurora must contend with tests and horrors alike, and one shocking threat from the past that may just tear her and Adrian apart . . .

Rayvin Woods, photographer and natural witch, torn between the pleasure of her vampire lover and the brutal reality of his coven wreaking havoc on her community, uncertain whether her unborn child was fathered by the evil Malcolm de Sade or her one-time lover, Grant Michaels, whom she believes to be dead. Will Rayvin find the strength to fight for the people she loves? Grant Michaels, police officer and newly-created supernatural being. He thought he'd been sentenced to an eternity as a blood-sucking fiend for his crimes of loving, and betraying, a witch. When he discovers the truth behind his new gifts, will he be able to harness his abilities to redeem himself and win back the woman of his dreams? Charlotte Fanning, artist and natural witch, is called home early from her honeymoon with Pike Mahonen by recurring nightmares about her vampire stalker, Malcolm de Sade. Will she arrive in time to stop her worst nightmares from being realized? Malcolm de Sade, cunning vampire, is enjoying his unprecedented power and position as the head of a coven. Confident in his plans to create a breed a new race of magickal vampire-human hybrids, he sees everything falling into place, and no-one standing in his way...What chance does one witch have against five vampires? Alone, not much. But Rayvin's allies are gathering... The battle between good and evil supernatural forces heats up in the long, cold November nights of the former mining town. How will Rayvin's motley crew of spellcasters and shapeshifters cope when they discover the threat they face is even greater than they imagined?

It's the autumn of 1996. Sam Wayne is one of Glitter City's Unwilling Orphan Alumna Afterliving. He's self-described as the most terrible vampire around. He's also hooked into the pulse of the city and the world as an accomplished computer security breaker. Vangie Forrest is the daughter of one of the most powerful werewolves in the area, with a jealous and possessive mostly ex-boyfriend. When the two meet by chance in a coffee shop, and go for a spur-of-the-moment walk in the park, things go from puppy-love to save-the-city with a murderous apocalypse cult trying to wipe Glitter City from the map. As the two of them tumble from fights to fast cars to ballrooms to campgrounds, their attraction and affection for each other grows. Can the two young lovers from different and hostile worlds bridge the gap and remain together? Or, will old habits, old obligations, bitter rivalries, petty disputes and long memories destroy them? In Glitter City, even a cup of coffee can get complicated, fast.

A vampire.An evil Jinn.A night of passion and an unquenchable thirst for the woman who commands my soul...Darkness is consuming the Human Realm, and the only way to restore its balance lies within the Shadow Realm. Kelsey, my mistress, and Succubus created me. I'm a new breed of vampire, sworn to service the Shadow Realm. I draw sustenance from the spirit and soul of my prey. For as long as I feed, my reward is freedom from the torment of the Shadow Realm.That all changed when I met Gabriela Winster, the enchanting cellist in the Boston Symphony. Watching her stroke the strings of her cello is magical. Her cleavage, sweet like honey, and her thighs, a magic portal to ecstasy... she is my obsession.But I am immortal, which is a blessing and a curse. Gabriela, my beloved, shall age and fade away unless I unravel the secrets of bestowing immortality upon her. I can't bear the thought of an existence without the aroma of her sweet scent and the taste of her soft lips. Sacrificing my existence and my sanity to have Gabriela in my life forever is what I must do because a world without her is worse than anything that the Shadow Realm can inflict upon me.Opposites attract in this steamy, vampire thriller filled with demons, angels, and magic. Thirst, A Vampire Story, is a paranormal romance-thriller that will keep you turning the pages until the very last. Kelsey and Michael from Book One make guest appearances in this novel. - there's no cliffhanger, just one very satisfying ending.Books in the SeriesShadow RealmThirst - A Vampire StoryThe Omega - Darkness Rises (release late 2024)

It all comes down to the bloody end.Once upon a time billionaire Zachary Harrison met his soul mate, rockstar Ivy Taylor, but instead of pursuing his happily ever after, Zach chose a path of blood, darkness and corruption and became a vampire.Six years later, Zach wants a second chance with his soul mate, and with the threat of a demon invasion drawing ever closer his time is running out.Ivy Taylor loved her life of sex, drugs and rock and roll until an attack by a vampire stalker ended her career. Scarred and traumatized, Ivy retreated from the limelight, but now a one-weekend-stand from her past wants to lure her out of her self-imposed exile.Soul mates are stronger together, and the power of their combined magic could tip the scales in the battle to save the world. When the stakes have never been higher, it all comes down to the bloody end.