Wild Monsters Dance About is a collection of 21 short stories that will take into author M.J. Sewall's unruly mind. These finely tuned tales jump through genres, concepts and characters, predicaments, adventures and conundrums. Whether about everyday science going terribly wrong in Unintended Science, to animal evolution suddenly speeding up in It Finally happened, or the prickly family politics of road trips in Sibling Warfare, these stories will thrill, delight and discombobulate your imagination. Not all these tales are wild monsters, but some may bite. You have been warned.
After getting fired from her safe job, wannabe writer Jane discovers what a wide world of other Janes there are. Ego-surfing with her best friend Christian gives her THE IDEA: the book she was born to write. The next step? An epic road trip.With a skimpy plan and an even skinnier budget, they blaze from California to New York, meeting Jane Waldens as they quest for the perfect angle, the just-so interview question. The business Jane in Vegas, the seemingly happy Mom Jane in Nebraska, the tough-as-nails Jane. But wait. Is this becoming a cliché? All surface and no substance? As Jane and Christian realize they are wading into the ever-deepening waters of the big idea, they realize there's no turning back. Soon, they make a series of discoveries that lead them both through the modern looking glass, crashing into something they never saw coming. A quirky adventure, Seven Ways To Jane's influences come from Silver Linings Playbook, The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and all the way back to Breakfast at Tiffany's.
All three books in 'Chosen King', a series of middle grade fantasy novels by M.J. Sewall, now available in one volume! Dream of Empty Crowns : Gordon is chosen to become the new king after his name is drawn in the Choosing Tower, but his celebration is cut short. Hunted by the ruthless First Councillor Thrundulin, he is pursued by airships and soldiers. With the help of the healer Loren and warrior Aline, Gordon must find a way to save himself and his kingdom. The Trials of Boy Kings : As the two young kings stand oceans apart, old truths put them in grave danger. Sworn enemies, they are held captive by fate and forced to come together in unexpected ways. Meanwhile, a new threat rises as the distant leader known as the Father steps out of the shadows, wielding a deadly new weapon. With destiny-altering choices before them, both kings must rely on allies to defeat their true enemies and set right the history that has been stolen. Plague of Tyrants : The two young kings face unprecedented challenges as enemies surround them and a new threat looms. Their prized airships are no longer enough to protect them, and one must venture forth while the other stays behind to face foes on all sides. Loyalties are tested, boundaries broken, and their Kingdom is more vulnerable than ever. With destiny calling, the two kings must unite their people, defeat their enemies, and stay true to themselves.
The young kings stand oceans apart. Old truths have been discovered, putting them both in grave danger. Held captive by their fate, the two sworn enemies that chose their king will come crashing together, but in ways neither side could see coming. A new threat rises as the distant leader known as the Father steps out of the shadows, threatening his enemies with a deadly new weapon. Facing destiny-altering choices, both kings must hold on to the allies that will bring down their true enemies. But can they set right the history that has been stolen?
After the thrilling events in Forever Warriors, the five California teenagers with extraordinary abilities are in more danger than ever. Three Rageto elders have come together to end the breakout of new heroes, and the ancient Amartus warriors that helped them before are missing. They must face this new threat alone. This time, new allies appear, but many more enemies are hiding in the shadows, ready to strike. No one is safe, not even their families. New truths about the ancient struggle come to light, but will it be enough to save them? No choice is easy and danger is everywhere, and the world will be changed forever.
Two young kings now rule the Kingdom of the Thirteen, surrounded by enemies. Facing a threat unlike anything the world has ever seen, the two have discovered that their prized airships can't protect them against all dangers. One must leave to find the source of the new threat, while the other stays and faces enemies on all fronts. But even with the corrupt old rulers gone, their work is far from finished. Loyalties are tested and boundaries broken, as the kings try to establish who they can trust in the new world. With enemies both old and new, their Kingdom has never been more vulnerable. At the heart of it all stand the kings themselves. Neither asked to be king, but both have done their best. As they push themselves to new limits, they'll need to dig deeper than ever before to unite their people, defeat the enemies at their door, and remain true to themselves. But can they answer the call of destiny?
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