Bøger af Donald Firesmith

The beautiful young photojournalist, Aileen O'Shannon, is not who she seems. For centuries, she has been a demon hunter, a sorceress who has tracked and killed small bands of demons that occasionally crossed into our world. But that changed when she joined Dr. Jack Oswald's expedition to study one of hundreds of huge holes that mysteriously appeared overnight in the frozen tundra north of the Arctic Circle.Instead of small sporadic incursions, hordes of demons now pour from these hell holes like water from a sieve. With bombing little more than a losing game of whack-a-mole, Earth's armies are unable to destroy the portals. When Jack suggests a desperate plan, he is drafted to join Aileen and a team of other sorcerers and Army Rangers to travel to the demon homeworld. Once there, they will unleash a plague virus and set off a nuclear bomb to destroy the portal complex. It's a suicide mission. But Aileen has given Jack's wife her word to bring him back safely, and the demons have already killed three men under her protection. Just how far will Aileen go to avoid losing another?Hell Holes 3: To Hell And Back will be book three in the Hell Holes series of modern paranormal fantasy, apocalyptic science fiction, action and adventure novels.

Step into the dark where uncanny dreams and nightmares come alive.A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams is a multi-award-winning collection of uncanny short stories and poems that dares you to peer into the depths of the night and uncover what lies beyond the veil. Each tale conjures a portal to the macabre and the marvelous, destined to haunt your dreams and ignite your imagination. Designed to be devoured late at night and preferably in solitude, this book is a masterful concoction of fear, suspense, and the utterly unexpected. Take a sip of this strange brew and be prepared to be enthralled, enchanted, and occasionally terrified.From the haunting prose poem "Her Mother's Eyes" with its jarring twist to the uncanny Victorian tale of "The Governess," these stories weave a unique tapestry of fear, intrigue, and the supernatural. Join the strange celebration of "Grandma Buford's Birthday" and brave the haunted corridors of "The Ederescu House" where past horrors refuse to remain buried. Uncover the dark desires of "Billy the Arsonist" and experience the heart-wrenching sorrow of "A Mother's Grief."Crafted with meticulous care for those who revel in the eerie echoes of the night, A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams is a perfect companion for solitary evenings, where every creak and whisper in the darkness takes on a life of its own. Whether you're a connoisseur of the macabre or a newcomer to the shadows, you will find yourself right at home among these pages. Each story is a unique window into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, the uncanny reigns supreme, and fears becomes terrifyingly real.Critics and readers alike have praised A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams as a masterful blend of horror and the paranormal, with prose that haunts the pages and stories that linger long after the last word. Described as thrilling, exciting, and at times terrifyingly violent, this collection delivers fourteen journeys into the heart of darkness.A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams is more than just a book; it is a celebration of the strange, a homage to the uncanny, and a testament to the enduring allure of the night. This collection will challenge your perceptions and dare you to confront what lies in the dark corners of the mind. Don't just read it before bedtime. Grab a copy now and let it be your gateway to dark dreams and darker nightmares. "This collection of innovative thinking (or uncanny dreams) by Firesmith is a remarkable work... The words almost haunted the pages... I loved reading all of the unique stories... This book is a definite recommendation" - Amy's Bookshelf Reviews. "A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams by Donald Firesmith is your classic shouldn't read before bedtime rush. A fun read, and I look forward to reading more of Firesmith's work in the future."- Ye Old Bookworm "Enjoyable read! A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams is a great collection of short stories. Thrilling and exciting. Totally worth your time." - BooksShelf.com

With an army of demonic aliens hot on their heels, it's a high-stakes 350-mile race with simple rules. Win and live, or lose and die! In the chilling sequel to Hell Holes: What Lurks Below, the nightmare intensifies in Hell Holes: Demons on the Dalton. As demonic aliens pour out of the hell holes that conceal their interplanetary portals, a desperate race for survival begins, setting the stage for an epic battle between Earth's militaries and the armies of Hell. Geologist Jack Oswald, his climatologist wife Angele Menendez, and the ageless sorceress-demon-hunter Aileen O'Shannon are the sole survivors from the initial research team sent to investigate the mysterious holes in the Arctic tundra. Now that a full-scale invasion has begun, they must flee 350 miles down the treacherous Dalton Highway to seek refuge in Fairbanks. Relentlessly pursued by an army of devils, imps, hellhounds, and gargoyles, their path is riddled with danger, and every moment becomes a battle for survival. Jack, Angele, and Aileen's intelligence, courage, and humanity make them the perfect champions in this fight against demonic forces. The dynamic interplay between these richly developed and infinitely relatable characters immerses readers deeper into the Hell Holes universe, making the extraordinary events they face real and immediate. Their journey is more than a fight for survival; it stands as a testament to the unconquerable human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. Hell Holes: Demons on the Dalton is an adrenaline-fueled tale that masterfully combines relentless heart-thumping action, spine-chilling danger, horrifying monsters, and nail-biting suspense. It is a masterclass in tension and excitement, captivating readers from the very first page to the last. Crafted with meticulous detail, the vividly depicted scenes of confrontation and escape leave readers on the edge of their seats. If you're a fan of alien invasion science fiction, action-adventure, or horror that pits the indomitable will of humanity against the forces of evil, then Hell Holes: Demons on the Dalton is an absolute must-read. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey down the Dalton Highway, where the best of humanity must outrun the rapidly advancing army of the Demonic Empire. Grab your copy today and join the race where the only option is to drive fast and never look back.Awards: 2020 Author Shout Reader Ready Recommended Read Award2021 The Wishing Shelf Best Book Cover Award - Finalist

It was only an old book that the professor found while traveling by train through Scotland. A scholar of medieval history, he was on sabbatical studying Scottish legends and myths when he chanced to meet an aged Scotsman and his granddaughter on their way to her new boarding school in the Isle of Skye. The young girl had accidentally left her book behind, and the professor picked it up meaning to send it on to her. But then he looked inside and discovered it was no ordinary book. It was a school textbook on magic. Could it be real? Could it have actually been left by accident and found by chance? Or was it all an elaborate hoax played on the unsuspecting professor? Did he ever find the secret Isle of Skye School of Magick? Did he ever discover the hidden world of wizards and witches implied by the book's very existence? Or did they find him? The professor vanished soon afterwards, and the answers are unknown. Read the book and decide for yourself. Magical Wands: A Cornucopia of Wand Lore is that textbook from The Isle of Skye School of Magick. The first chapter begins with a basic overview of magic wands followed by an introduction to magical theory including the four planes of existence (Astral, Spectral, Physical, and Daemonic), the five metaphysical elementals (Quintessence, Air, Fire, Earth, and Water), and the three preternatural phases of Light, Twilight, and Darkness. It also contains sets of the commonly used spells associated with each of these elementals and phases. The first chapter then describes the different types of wands, their components, how they are crafted, and how they are used to cast spells. Chapter two teaches the 17 principles of wand making. Chapters three through six comprehensively cover the materials used to make magic wands including magical creatures (both beings and beasts), magical woods, mystical crystals, and mystical metals. Chapter seven documents 26 famous and infamous witches and wizards, their wands, and how well their wands suited their needs. Chapter eight concludes the textbook by nicely summarizing the contents of the entire textbook. Each of the chapters ends with student exercises, the answers of which are included in the back of the textbook which also includes a glossary, references, and afterword by the editor. If you have ever wondered what young witches and wizards actually study in their hidden magic schools, then this book is for you.