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Русская идея.

by Андрей Полеев

Сошествие небесного Иерусалима на землю не может мыслиться как его материализация, потому что Царство Божие внутри нас, и его явление есть результат соприкосновения и соединения прошлого и будущего, земного и небесного, внутреннего и внешнего, психического и космического, совершающихся в каждом человеке в момент познания истины.

To Worlds Unknown: The Letters of Clark Ashton Smith, Donald Wandrei, Howard Wandrei, and R. H. Barlow

by David E. Schultz and S. T. Joshi

The joint correspondence of four titans of the Lovecraft Circle sheds fascinating light on the complex interplay of the personal and professional lives of these writers, artists, editors, and collectors. This volume presents an invaluable glimpse into the world of weird and pulp fiction in the 1930s and 1940s, as each writer displays the distinctive traits that have made him a renowned figure in the genre. The correspondence has been meticulously edited and exhaustively annotated by David E. Sch... more

When the Stars Are Right: H. P. Lovecraft and Astronomy

by Edward Guimont and Horace A. Smith

H. P. Lovecraft’s passion for astronomy is a major component of his life, thought, and literary work, but until now it has never been extensively examined. This important topic has now been treated in an exhaustive treatise written by two authorities on the subject, Edward Guimont and Horace A. Smith.

Young Ultraista: the early writing of Jorge Luis Borges

by Mario René Padilla

This book aims to broaden Borgesian scholarship by presenting the ignored and suppressed juvenilia, 1919-1923—the poetry, essays manifestos, and criticism—of a “literary genius” who, two decades later, would become one of the twentieth century’s most celebrated authors. Borges aficionados, upon reading this book, you will have to accept that the introverted, half-blind, erudite author of Ficciones (1944) and El Aleph (1949) was once a young, passionate, aspiring ultraísta poet reveling in the st... more

STORYTELLING IN THE SEO AGE

by James R. Martin

“Storytelling in the SEO Age" is not just another how-to-write guide; it is a transformative experience. Setting itself apart from traditional writing manuals, this book goes beyond simply laying down rules or techniques for constructing nonfiction narratives. It delves deeply into the very soul of storytelling, emphasizing the vital importance of authenticity, empathy, and respect for the subjects of the narrative. It's rare to find a guide that merges the technical aspects, s... more

Outermost Writing from Cape Cod

by Christopher Ward Ellsasser

A collection of essays inspired by the outermost beaches of Cape Cod. In the tradition of Thoreau, each essay begins with an observation of everyday life and builds to an examination of the human condition.

Reflections On the Class of 1923: The Tome School For Boys, Port Deposit, Maryland

by Rodney Kelley

"Reflections on the Class of 1923" presents an evocative collective biography celebrating the centennial of this class at the Tome School for Boys in Port Deposit, Maryland. This masterful tome paints a rich tapestry of the lives of 29 graduates as they journey from boyhood, traversing the hallowed halls of their esteemed institution and maturing into the complex world that awaited them. Delving into the school's origins, the author explores the educational landscape of early 20... more

Storytelling: Ideas and Insights from Modern Tales

by Roemer McPhee

"Storytelling" is a large collection of short essays, looking for timeless truths and universal insights from modern literature. Literary artists are great investigators, and most all long-term human interests and concerns have naturally found their way into storytelling. This book identifies and analyzes a large and eclectic mix of ideas and insights: insights into humanity and life.

How Did I End Up Here?: (How Do I Always End Up Here?)

by Mariah Woods

Have you ever wondered to yourself, "how did I end up in this situation?" Well Mariah lives there. Travel with Mariah as she takes a journey back in time from her childhood years through high school encountering people so vibrant it's hard to believe they are real, and learning many life lessons along the way.

Where are all of the Black girl coming of age stories? Well here's one. This is the story of my life growing up on the South Side of Chicago during th... more

What the Daemon Said: Essays on Horror Fiction, Film, and Philosophy

by Matt Cardin

A collection of essays, introductions, and interviews spanning two decades and focusing on the intersection of supernatural horror fiction and film with religion, spirituality, and philosophy. Includes six papers on the works of Thomas Ligotti, substantial essays on a variety of horror topics (Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, George Romero's Living Dead films, the history of the angel and the demon), and selected interviews from various publications in which the author lays out the religi... more

The Modern Ignoramus

by V. J. Cole

A rational essay on the habits of the modern individual and the effects their manifestations are having on the modern collective: from infantilism and self-victimization to overzealous environmentalism, to communist ideologies. The author explores and critiques the culture of the lazy, the hungry for attention, and the radical visionary. A book against irrationalism and Marxist propaganda, with a splash of historical and philosophical hints, which seeks to elevate the rational nature of man and ... more

Appreciating Shakespeare

by Gideon Rappaport

When Life Gives You Risk, Make Risk Theatre: Three Tragedies and Six Essays

by Edwin Wong

Essays on risk in life, literature, and drama plus three award-winning plays where risk is the dramatic fulcrum of the action.

The Complete Works: Reviews by Cat Ellington, Books 1-9

by Cat Ellington, Naras Kimono, Joseph Strickland

The Complete Works comprises books 1-9 from the popular Reviews by Cat Ellington series. In the making since 2018, this comprehensive reference, compiled by Quill Pen Ink Publishing, serves to wrap up the fascinating seven-year series.

Featuring bonus material by author Naras Kimono and award-winning filmmaker Joseph Strickland, Reviews by Cat Ellington: The Complete Works (Books 1-9) will end the first era of Cat Ellington's prolific career in literary criticism t... more

Kublai Khan

by Tariq Hameed

One night, the English Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, was ill! So ingesting, opium based a medication; while reading a book on the Great Emperor, fell into a fitful sleep: and so dreamt about the legendary Khan. On awakening, he began writing his laced dream, Kubla Khan. Unfortunately, he penned only fifty-four lines, before he was brutally interrupted, by an unfortunate bell-toll. Later, his famous friend Lord Byron, urged Coleridge to share it with a larger audience; rather than just h... more

Journeys of Discovery

by Candace Gish

20 Motivational Journeys by Female Entrepreneurs on Life, Business, and Happiness JOURNEYS OF DISCOVERY is a compilation of short stories from women entrepreneurs, who have overcome obstacles to achieve their dreams. Read and be inspired by these amazing Divas as they share their personal stories of the good, bad and the ugly, with a little helpful advice on the side.

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