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Little Labyrinths
Speculative Microfictions€ 10,95 -
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 36
Soar to new heights of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Who are the top science fiction writers and illustrators of the future? The answer is here. Get to know tomorrow's brightest creative talents chosen by some of today's bestselling authors and celebrated artists including Kevin J. Anderson, Orson Scott Card, Larry Elmore, Brandon Sanderson, Dan dos Santos, and Robert J. Sawyer. Enter brilliantly realized worlds of dystopian politics, magical realism, post-apocalyptic adventure and romance, dark fantasy and more. Explore universes of unlimited possibility in which a cereal box becomes a Pandora's box of good and evil . . . a troupe of artistic androids risk everything to catch the eye of a critic . . . and the foundation of a family, the very key to their existence, is not only inhabiting a home, but becoming it. Discover the writers who push the boundaries--and break beyond them . . . the illustrators who envision the impossible--and render it real . . . the stories that challenge the way we see ourselves--and see the world in a new way. The future of science fiction and fantasy is in your hands. Anthology includes: 12 award-winning stories, 16 full-color illustrations, 4 bonus stories, and 4 articles offering art and writing tips.___________________________ 4 bonus short stories by L. Ron Hubbard, Katherine Kurtz, Jody Lynn Nye and Nnedi Okorafor. "Borrowed Glory" by L. Ron Hubbard: For a single day of glory and the settlement of a dispute among immortals, a life can be a satisfactory price. "The Green Tower" by Katherine Kurtz: The magic is strong in the Green Tower, and two young girls struggle to discover its secrets. "The Phoenix's Peace" by Jody Lynn Nye: The Phoenix has always been the guardian of Dembia. Now there's trouble in the land, and mysteriously, the Phoenix has left two golden eggs. "The Winds of Harmattan" by Nnedi Okorafor: A young woman seeks her destiny in the African winds of Harmattan. ___________________________ Art and writing tips by Echo Chernik, L. Ron Hubbard, Mike Perkins, and Sean Williams. "The Illustrators of the Future Contest and the Art of This Anthology" by Echo Chernik: As a successful advertising and publishing illustrator, Illustrators of the Future Coordinating Judge and art director, Echo gives the story behind the cherished art included in this anthology. "Steps in the Right Direction" by L. Ron Hubbard: In this interview, Ron describes the practical philosophy and energetic disciplines he applied with such telling success to his own career as a professional author. "Breaking In" by Mike Perkins: Marvel and DC artist for Captain America, Thor, and Spider-Man shares valuable advice for anyone wanting to make it as a professional artist and illustrator. "Making Collaboration Work for You or Co-writing with Larry and Sean" by Sean Williams: New York Times bestselling author, provides insight on the pitfalls and advantages of collaborating with another author. ___________________________ "Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction." --Kevin J. Anderson "Writers of the Future has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation." --Terry Brooks "Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction." --Orson Scott Card "L. Ron Hubbard ignited the spark of imagination, which in the minds of these new artists has become a blaze." --Bob Eggleton "Some of the most excellent speculative fiction that you can find anywhere. They're cutting edge. They're new." --Nnedi Okorafor "Without Writers of the Future, I wouldn't be where I am today." --Patrick Rothfuss "These are the people who are going to be creating trends." --Brandon Sanderson "The Illustrators of the Future is an amazing compass for what the art industry holds in store for all of us." --Dan dos Santos "Packed with brilliant stories and thoughtful essays, all wonderfully illustrated by the artist winners―always a joy to behold." --Robert J. Sawyer
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Focus: Irish Traditional Music
Focus: Irish Traditional Music, Second Edition introduces the instrumental and vocal musics of the Irish diaspora and Celtic tradition, exploring the essential values underlying these rich musical cultures while placing them in broader historical and social context.
€ 69,50 -
Focus: Irish Traditional Music
Focus: Irish Traditional Music, Second Edition introduces the instrumental and vocal musics of the Irish diaspora and Celtic tradition, exploring the essential values underlying these rich musical cultures while placing them in broader historical and social context.
€ 214,95 -
Bright Star of the West
Joe Heaney, Irish Song ManBright Star of the West examines the life, repertoire, and influence of Ireland's greatest sean-nós (old-style) singer, Joe Heaney (1919-1984).
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The Bride Price
€ 26,50 -
Magic Dirt
The Best of Sean Williams€ 20,95 -
Magic Dirt
The Best of Sean Williams€ 33,50 -
100 Lightnings
€ 21,95 -
Meeting Infinity
The Future Is OurselvesThe world is rapidly changing. We surf future-shock every day, as the progress of technology races ever on. Increasingly we are asking: how do we change to live in the world to come?Whether it’s climate change, inundated coastlines and drowned cities; the cramped confines of a tin can hurtling through space to the outer reaches of our Solar System; or the rush of being uploaded into cyberspace, our minds and bodies are going to have to drastically alter.Multi-award winning editor Jonathan Strahan brings us another incredible volume in his much praised science-fiction anthology series, featuring stories by Madeline Ashby, John Barnes, James S.A. Corey, Gregory Benford, Benjanun Sriduangkaew, Simon Ings, Kameron Hurley, Nancy Kress, Gwyneth Jones, Yoon Ha Lee, Bruce Sterling, Sean Williams, Aliette de Bodard, Ramez Naam, An Owomoyela and Ian McDonald.
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Bright Star of the West
Bright Star of the West traces the life, repertoire, and influence of Joe Heaney, Ireland's greatest sean-nós ("old style") singer. Born in 1919, Joe Heaney grew up in a politically volatile time, as his native Ireland became a democracy. He found work and relative fame as a singer in London before moving to Scotland. Eventually, like many others searching for greater opportunity, he emigrated to the United States, where he worked as a doorman while supplementing his income with appearances at folk festivals, concerts and clubs. As his reputation and following grew, Heaney gained entry to the folk music scene and began leading workshops as a visiting artist at several universities. In 1982 the National Endowment for the Arts awarded Heaney America's highest honor in folk and traditional arts, the prestigious National Heritage Fellowship. Heaney's works did not become truly popular in his homeland until many years after his death. Today he is hailed as a seminal figure of traditional song and is revered by those who follow traditional music. Authors Sean Williams and Lillis Ó Laoire address larger questions about song, identity, and culture. They explore the deep ambivalence both the Irish and Irish-Americans felt toward the traditional aspects of their culture, examining other critical issues, such as gender and masculinity, authenticity, and contemporary marketing and consumption of sean-nós singing in both Ireland and the United States. Comingling Heaney's own words with the authors' comprehensive research and analysis, Bright Star of the West weaves a poignant critical biography of the man, the music, and his continuing legacy in Ireland and the United States.
€ 86,50