Ted Bell je autorem dvanácti bestsellerů New York Times. Jeho napínavé špionážní thrillery se vyznačují komplexními zápletkami a pohlcující akcí, zatímco jeho série pro mladé čtenáře zkoumá cestování časem a dobrodružství. Bell, který dříve působil v reklamním průmyslu a získal řadu prestižních ocenění, přináší do své literární tvorby bystrý vhled a vypravěčskou obratnost. Jeho díla jsou mezinárodně uznávaná a oslovují čtenáře po celém světě.
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Antologie povídek Thriller seznamuje čtenáře s nejlepšími autory thrillerového žánru ve výboru ryze thrillerových, dosud nikdy nevydaných povídek. Nabízí příběhy plné napětí snad ve všech podobách, jaké si jen umíme představit. Povídky napsalo dvaatřicet nejuznávanějších autorů žánru, jejichž díla byla oceněna bezpočtem literárních cen.
Špionážní román. Kromě úspěšného podnikání vykonává Alex Hawke pro britskou a americkou vládu příležitostnou práci jako špion. Nyní má zjistit, komu byla prodána speciální ponorka, neodhalitelná sonarem a schopná nést čtyřicet raket dlouhého doletu, vyrobená na konci studené války v bývalém Sovětském svazu, a kdo měl zájem tuto ponorku využívat. Stopy vedou ke kubánským obchodníkům s drogami, kteří připravují převrat na Kubě a teroristický útok na americkou základnu Guantanámo. Mají rozsáhlé kontakty a nezastaví se před ničím. Když zjistí, že se jim Hawke dostal na stopu, nařizují jeho likvidaci… Ted Bell se řadí mezi nejuznávanější americké autory špionážních thrillerů a na tuto úspěšnou knihu navázal několika dalšími příběhy se stejnojmenným hlavním hrdinou.
An inspiring collection that shines a light on incredible women who were never given the acknowledgement they deserved. Here are the women whom time has forgotten; those who didn't make it into the history books and those whom society failed to uphold as significant figures in their own right. Finally, we shall know their stories
Diamondsong is a unique epic fantasy saga told in ten parts. For lifetimes, the Ja-lal have prevented contact with the dangerous fairies of the forest. As tensions grow, those barriers are beginning to crumble. Blending rich worldbuilding with progressive themes, Diamondsong is a tale of power, identity, relationships--and magic. Part 07: Will Dime is ready to foment dialogue across the city. Just as she goes to leave, she receives worrisome news that forces her to decide between the needs of the many and the needs of her friends. Continue Dime's journey with a trial of choices--and the bonds that compel them.
The end of the world has begun, but no one is paying attention. People are unaware of the breaking pandemic, code name, The Epilogue Event.
All aboard for the rip-roaring final book in the bestselling Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop. From the award-winning P.G. Bell, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it to.
"A unique whodunnit with more twists than an old beanstalk. Truly genius! I LOVED it." SIBEAL POUNDER, author of WonkaTHE BFG meets MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE in this giant-sized whodunnit with a witchy twist, from the author of the bestselling The Train to Impossible Places.Trainee meadow witch Anwen is having a bad day - which gets much worse when a dead giant falls from the sky and destroys her village. But when she examines the body she discovers something interesting. This giant was murdered, which means a killer is on the loose!Tasked with sending a message to the giant kingdom via beanstalk, Anwen and her nemesis, trainee sorceress Cerys, accidentally find themselves whipped up into the sky and deposited in the giants' royal palace - where the king is missing. Using their perfect spy-size and witchy skills, the girls must track down his killer. But how can you investigate a murder mystery when you risk being stepped on by your suspects?
Once upon a time, there wasn’t a song. Then, sometime later, there was. “How the $&%! did that happen?” you might ask. How to Write a Song (Even If You’ve Never Written One Before and You Think You Suck) is the definitive, no-nonsense and 100% beginner-proof guide to writing original songs. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a more experienced songwriter looking to improve your songwriting process, How to Write a Song... walks you through a powerful, stimulating but simple process you can use to create great songs, time after time. It’s not a formula. It’s not a songwriting ‘method’. You’ll craft every single note and word of your song. You’ll write in any style you like. Meanwhile, you’ll learn not just what to do but why you’re doing it – so you can use those skills in every other song you create. You’ll be guided step-by-step through how to find a great song idea, how to choose an effective title, how to craft a solid lyric, how to write catchy melodies and grooves, and how to combine all of those parts effectively into a complete song. And best of all, literally all you need get started is some basic experience on piano or guitar, or with a Digital Audio Workstation like Logic, Ableton or GarageBand. Everything else is inside.
In this gripping action thriller, counterspy Alexander Hawke faces a formidable adversary determined to assassinate the British royal family. As tension mounts, Hawke must navigate a web of intrigue and danger to thwart the madman's deadly plans. The story promises high stakes and relentless suspense, characteristic of Ted Bell's bestselling series.
