Chasing the Dragon

Author: Justina Robson
Publisher: Prometheus Books
ISBN: 1591028442
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 503

Book Description
Ever since the Quantum Bomb of 2015 things have been different; the dimensions have fused and suddenly our world is accessible to elves, demons, ghosts, and elementals—and their worlds are open to us. Things have been different for Special Agent Lila Black too: she’s been tortured and magic-scarred by elves; rebuilt by humans into a half-robot, part-AI, nuclear-fueled walking arsenal; married to a demon; and is in love with a recently-deceased elf. It was confusing enough before she was catapulted fifty years into her own future. Returning to the life of a secret agent, Lila finds herself left all of her former boss’s old offices and whatever mysteries they contain, as the elf has disappeared some fifty years previously. Appointed head of the new android division, she can see all too clearly what’s in store for her if the growth of the alien technologies in her cyborg body continue unchecked. But there are more immediate concerns. Like resurrecting her lover, Zal. And her husband, the demon Teazle, is embroiled in a fatal plot in Demonia, and her magic sword is making itself happy as a pen whose writing has the power to affect other worlds. The world is off its rocker and most everyone is terrified of faeries. And all the while, she hears the voices of the machine—material projections of an immaterial form, The Signal. The Signal talks constantly—if only she knew what it meant. Chasing the Dragon is bright, fast-moving, and accessible SF that mixes in fantasy and a cool cult-lit sensibility to create a series that will appeal to all fans of Laurrell K. Hamilton and Peter Hamilton alike.

The Dragon Knight's Beloved (Manga) Vol. 1

Author: Ritsu Aozaki
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1685793126
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
Melissa is a maid-in-training at the royal castle, where her greatest joy is caring for the majestic steeds of the royal Dragon Knights. Her coming-of-age ceremony is fast approaching, and with it comes the need to decide what path her future will take. Melissa shares a special bond of friendship with Commander Hubert, the handsome knight who rides the mightiest of dragons, but their relationship is about to get complicated. Newly returned from a dangerous mission, Hubert makes a shocking request: Would Melissa pretend to be his lover, and move to his country estate, where wild dragons roam?

Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling (Manga) Vol. 2

Author: Nekoko
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1638584249
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
I guess there's always challenges that come with growing up, but I didn't think having a roommate who tried to kill me would be one! Last I knew it, I was on my way out thanks to some nasty lizard venom, except when I woke up, we were buds? I may not be an egg anymore, but I've still got a lot of training to do if I wanna get stronger. That Human Transformation skill is mine, and nothing's gonna stop me till I get it!

The Dragon Knight's Beloved (Manga) Vol. 2

Author: Ritsu Aozaki
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1685793134
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 172

Book Description
After stepping down as the commander of the Dragon Knights, Hubert asked Melissa to accompany him to his estate and pretend to be his lover. There they found a hostile greeting at the hands of Eleanor, a woman who was fiancée to Hubert's late brother. Eleanor hoped to see that engagement transferred to Hubert, but he steadfastly refused, declaring that he would only marry Melissa, a woman who has the approval of his dragon. Seeing no way to immediately change Hubert's mind, Eleanor decided to leave the estate. But chances are good that she hasn't surrendered, and is preparing the first moves in a sinister plot to obtain what she desires!

Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling (Manga) Vol. 3

Author: Nekoko
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1638584257
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
I never imagined I'd meet up with both Myria and the Little Rock Dragon again, but I guess I shouldn't say never, seeing as I was reborn as a dragon egg and all...Not only did Myria recognize me, but she gave me a name, too. You're looking at one Illusia the dragon! Unfortunately, can't call it a happy reunion, seeing as we're chasing the Little Rock Dragon as it charges straight for the town. And, don't quote me, but was that Doz on it's back?!

Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling (Manga) Vol. 1

Author: Nekoko
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1638584230
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 202

Book Description
If you woke up as a sentient egg in some random forest, I bet you'd be confused, too. That's exactly what happened to me, in the oddest turn of events...Being reborn as a little egg has its challenges, but luckily, with all these monsters out to eat me, I'm gaining experience quick. Once I bust out of this shell, a cool new form better await me--that is, if I survive long enough!

Manga

Author: Paul Gravett
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1856693910
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
Japan's output of manga is massive, accounting for a staggering forty percent of everything published each year in the country.Outside Japan, there has been a global boom in sales, with the manga aesthetic spreading from comics into all areas of Western youth culture through film, computer games, advertising, and design. Manga: Sixty Years of Japanese Comics presents an accessible, entertaining, and highly-illustrated introduction to the development and diversity of Japanese comics from 1945 to the present. Featuring striking graphics and extracts from a wide range of manga, the book covers such themes as the specific attributes of manga in contrast to American and European comics; the life and career of Osamu Tezuka, creator of Astro Boy and originator of story manga; boys' comics from the 1960s to the present; the genres and genders of girls' and women's comics; the darker, more realistic themes of gekiga -- violent samurai, disturbing horror and apocalyptic science fiction; issues of censorship and protest; and manga's role as a major Japanese export and global influence.

Manga Without Borders Vol. 2

Author: Manga University
Publisher: Manga University
ISBN: 4921205663
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
From Japanime's award-winning Manga University imprint comes the second volume of Manga Without Borders, a stunning compendium of Japanese-inspired comic illustrations created by artists from all four corners of the world. This all-new collection continues the tradition established in the first volume, presenting works that reflect the unmistakable influence Japanese manga has had on artists in Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa, India and Oceania, but also the unique cultural perspectives those artists themselves have brought to the genre. Each full-page illustration is presented alongside a written profile of its creator. You'll discover how these brilliant young artists were first exposed to manga, to whom they look for inspiration, which tools they consider essential, and what motivates them to continue drawing. Behold the brave new world of Manga Without Borders!

The Executioner and Her Way of Life, Vol. 4 (manga)

Author:
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 1975375505
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 184

Book Description
In the port city of Libelle, where one of the Four Major Human Errors is sealed, Menou and company are tasked with finding the origin of the drug monstrine. They each begin their undercover operations, but nothing goes quite according to plan—Menou is attacked by an unexpected foe, Momo is caught in a trap, and Akari goes missing! And when the time comes to face off against their greatest suspect, Manon Libelle of the Fourth, Menou will learn just how terrifying a Human Error truly is...

The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter (Manga) Vol. 10

Author: Meguru Seto
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
It's the final round of the Interschool Match with Gifted Institute and things are really starting to heat up! Noir may have been able to dominate his opponents before, but now he's up against a formidable foe -- his friend and renowned treasure hunter, Mira! Will he have what it takes to takes to snag the victory? Then later, a ferocious A-ranker with some very unique...preferences...arrives at the Odin Adventurers' Guild and sets her sights immediately on fellow guild member Noir! Looks like Emma's got another rival for his affections and another battle on her hands!