Joleene Naylor – författare

It's been two years since Lilith was defeated. Oren and Etsuko have settled down to raise the twins. Though Oren's old fashioned sensibilities say it's not official until they're married, he's painfully aware that the world – and women – have changed. Can he figure out how to pop the question in this "e;different time"e;, or will it be a disaster?

The Amaranthine series may have ended, but Jorick and Katelina's life together is just beginning. Jorick is looking forward to the departure of their Japanese guests, so he can be alone with his new wife, when trouble shows up in the form of a redheaded Executioner and a vampiress who needs help. Will they ever find peace and quiet?

This is a collection of nine flash fiction "e;prologues"e; for the book Heart of the Raven, the fifth novel in the Amaranthine vampire series. These stories are not intended to stand on their own, but as a supplement to the novel.Meet Cyrpus, Neil, Sadihra, Wolfe and others as they go about their business the day before Heart of the Raven opens. None of them know that their fates will soon become intertwined, or that their seemingly unimportant actions may have consequences that will echo for a lifetime to come.BONUS: read the first chapter of the Heart of the Raven.

Ol' Man Wickleberry is a man of legend – or is he a legend of a man? With a scruffy beard and a dislike for humanity, how long has it been since he met his demise, and what is he doing in his ghostly afterlife? The stories may differ, but all of them are true. We swear. So if you're ever wandering alone in the woods at night, and find you're not really alone, it just might be Ol' Man Wickleberry.Enjoy eight tales by seven talented authors including:Vendetta by Chris Harris: Mr. Baker is on his way to steal a deal when he's snowed in. Stuck waiting at a rustic tavern, he's ambushed by an old man with a strange story – a story that's beyond belief. Or is it?Evil Animals and Automobiles by Mark R Hunter : Ol' Man Wickleberry hates so much he sometimes prompts them to an untimely end, with the help of those newfangled automobiles. But the next victim might be Ol' Man Wickleberry, himself.The True Story of Ol' Man Wickleberry by Jonathan Harvey: Jonathan Harvey puts the Terrible Turtle spin on the Wickleberry legend. He names himself Papa Harvey and weaves a tale that is strange and bizarre, but still interesting. If only he wasn't constantly being interrupted.Out Walking by Joleene Naylor: The mysterious carnivorous white rabbits sound too strange to be true, but Ol' Man Wickleberry can't stand the thought of missing some rare game. It seems a walk is in order…Body Swap by Ruth Nordin: A teenage boy makes a trade with a man who was thought to be dead.Weirdly Normal - The Hike by Simon Goodson: Vincent hates hiking. But more than anything else, he hates their guide's endless wittering about the horribly scary myth of Ol' Man Wickleberry. Just when Vincent is certain the night can't get any worse... Ol' Man Wickleberry himself makes an appearance!Wickleberry Elixir by Terry Compton: Rick and his two fellow college students just wanted a few extra college credits and the money from the work study. Then the professor demanded more details. But details sometimes lead to answers no one really wants or believes.Ol' Man Wickleberry (The Other True Story) by Jonathan Harvey: Old MacDonald had a farm, E-I-E-I-O, and next to this farm lived Ol' Man Wickleberry, E-I-E-I – Oh. It seems Ol' Man Wickleberry doesn't like these kind of goings ons. A short story that's rhyming good fun.

When seventeen year old Jenny's best friend is betrayed by her so-called boyfriend, a night out seems the perfect balm. What could be better than a concert where they're sure to meet some hot guys? But, after getting lost, there's no way they can make it on time - and no way they'll pick anyone up - until they find two boys stranded on the side of the road. Unfortunately for them, the guys aren't what they seem, and the girls get a lot less "e;fun"e; than they bargained for.

It's not a novel. It's not a short story. 101 Tips for Traveling with a Vampire is just that: a list of tips for traveling with a vampire. Some are useful even if you aren't traveling with the undead. If you're looking for a quick chuckle and want a sneak peek of book 4 in the Amaranthine series, then give it a shot.Revamped: New introduction. Includes a sneak peek of Book 4 in the Amaranthine series and a sample of Shades of Plaid by Jonathan Harvey.

Not suitable for tweens.When Patrick is murdered, Katelina is left with questions. Jorick, one of his so-called friends, has answers of the darkest kind: Patrick was involved with – and betrayed – a coven of vampires; vampires that may now be after Katelina.The tale is fantastic, but the proof appears in a flash of fangs that Katelina and Jorick only just escape. Taken to a secret mansion, she discovers horror in its halls and learns the truth about her protector. Can she really trust – and even love – someone who isn't human?The disturbing opener to the Amaranthine series pulls Katelina into darkness that tastes like fear and smells like blood, a world where night is eternal and vampires don't sparkle.

Hungry for vampire fiction that goes deeper than the usual maniacal laugh? In these seventeen morsels, you'll discover a myriad of vampires: some are cruel, some are kind, and some just want a quiet evening. Among the offerings you'll meet:Claudius: A fresh vampire, Claude has only one thing on his mind: revenge. With the help of his new coven, he'll make his father pay.Kariss: When tending her mother's death bed, even vampirism can't heal Kariss' broken heart.Ashton: Looking for thrills to cope with family tragedy, Ashton falls in with a gang of vampires, but he's about to discover the ultimate high: pure terror.Kateesha: When Kateesha and her partner are sent to apprehend a rogue coven, things go awry and carry terrible consequences.Benjamin: Settled in for a comfy evening, he's surprised to discover it's the weekly poker night, complete with some new "e;friends"e;.And more! Enjoy seventeen short bites from the world of Amaranthine - a perfect appetizer for those new to the universe, or a dark dessert for readers familiar with the world.