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Delve into the surreal and nightmarish realm of "Null," where reality blurs with dreams and horror. This experimental novel navigates a vast, twisted landscape filled with bizarre imagery and cryptic narratives. The journey is marked by a fusion of beauty and delirium, offering long passages that evoke both horror and poetic depth. With its unique storytelling, the book promises an unforgettable exploration of the mind's darkest corners, making it a one-of-a-kind reading experience.
Featuring the unique voice of experimental musician and outsider artist Tom B., this debut poetry collection, Molotov, showcases his innovative approach to language and form. The poems reflect his distinct artistic perspective, blending elements of music and visual art to create a compelling and thought-provoking experience for readers.
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWhat are you afraid of?In his first-ever Doctor Who novel, Tom Baker's incredible imagination is given free rein.
Kluge, a misfit living in a tenement with his mother and brother, navigates a fantasy world until a shocking revelation shatters his dreams, plunging him into a violent rage. As he confronts a grim secret, he unleashes his fury on a mocking world, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. This hardboiled novelette, inspired by a true crime case from the Roaring Twenties, captures Kluge's tumultuous journey with a raw intensity that resonates like tough poetry, leaving a lasting impression on readers.
Set in 1967, the story follows Tim Halladay, a recent college graduate whose plans to study drama at Yale are derailed by the draft into the Army. As he navigates life in C Company, he faces ridicule for his education and struggles to conceal his homosexuality in a time when such a secret could lead to severe consequences. The novel explores themes of identity, fear, and the quest for connection amidst societal pressures, offering an honest portrayal of a young man's challenges and desires during a turbulent era.
Focusing on the High Line's multifaceted significance, this book offers a critical analysis of its aesthetic, economic, ecological, symbolic, and social impacts. It explores how this innovative promenade, built on a repurposed elevated railway in Manhattan, has transformed urban landscapes and influenced contemporary city living. Through various perspectives, the work highlights the High Line's role as a landmark and its implications for urban design and community engagement.
Enjoy a collection of classical stories, culled from the greatest storytellers of all time, offering up tales of animals and other enchanted creatures to delight readers young and old. As fables, each story demonstrates a moral lesson or a piece of advice for readers some of whom may be struggling with related problems, difficulties, and stumbling blocks addressed by the lessons in each tale. Whether it's a rousing tale of stone soup, a tortoise and eagle, country and city mice, or foxes, hens, and farmers, readers of all ages will be entertained by the fresh story approach of Aesop, Robert Dodsley, Phaedrus, and others, some retold from tales of cultures as diverse as those of Native Alaska, Africa, Arabia, the Far East, and more."
Tour the Upper Midwest to explore the blood-soaked halls of hideous history through twenty dark and demented stories from the corridors of criminal infamy. This expose of true crime examines a historical roster of the bad andthe brutal: from old-time con men and gunslingers, to hardcore serialkillers of the modern era. Meet the redoubtable Ed Gein; the haunting and harrowing Honeymoon Killers, Raymond Fernandez and Martha Beck; the "Gruesome Gal of the Western Plains," Calamity Jane; Wild Bill Hickok; serial sex killer John Norman Collins; Al Capone; Carl Panzram; Larry Eyler; Gwendolyn Graham; George Lester (Babyface Nelsen); John Dillinger; and Frank Gilmer--villains that will leave you infuriated and intrigued at their infernal notoriety. Join the author on a round-up of the rotten as you take a thrill-ride of historic significance in a world gone mad.
The memoir chronicles Orville E. Dickerhoof's remarkable life, spanning from the dawn of aviation to the moon landing. His journey began with the restoration of a Curtiss Jenny biplane in 1922, leading to barnstorming adventures and aerial performances across the Midwest. Balancing a railroad career, he faced numerous flying mishaps and mingled with aviation legends during its Golden Age. In his 90s, Dickerhoof shared his vivid memories with Tom Baker, who enriched the narrative with historical context, complemented by photographs and letters depicting life in early 20th-century America.
Set in 1966, the story follows Tim Halladay, a senior at William and Mary, as he navigates his journey of self-discovery regarding his sexuality. Living in his aunt Blade's Georgetown basement, Tim explores the complexities of Washington, DC, particularly the Foggy Bottom neighborhood, where he encounters a diverse cast of memorable characters. This exploration reveals both the vibrant and darker aspects of life in the nation's capital during a transformative era.