Daniel Kraus Knihy

Příběh jako z jiného světa zasazený do Ameriky šedesátých let a odehrávající se na pozadí studené války. Elisa žije osamělý život v malé špeluňce nad kinem Arcade v Baltimoru. Pracuje jako uklízečka v přísně střeženém výzkumném středisku a jedinou radostí pro ni je, když si před noční směnou vybírá, jaké střevíčky na podpatcích si obuje. Ale poté, co s kolegyní Zeldou odhalí utajovaný vládní experiment, se její dosavadní život navždy změní. Tvář vody je neobvyklý a křehký příběh o lásce, svobodě, sebeúctě a rovnováze v přírodě, který zpracovali dva umělci ve dvou různých médiích. Tvář vody ve filmovém zpracování obdržena dva Zlaté glóby – za režii Guillerma del Tora a hudbu Alexandra Desplata.

Set against the backdrop of an extraordinary adventure, this novel captivates with its thrilling, fast-paced narrative. It weaves a tale that combines elements of urgency and excitement, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. With a blend of beautiful prose and a gripping plot, it promises to be an unforgettable experience, appealing to those who enjoy both emotional depth and exhilarating storytelling. Renowned authors have praised its unique charm and engaging storyline, making it a standout read.

"Truly captivating." —The New York Times "A deliciously macabre fairy tale, full of snuggles.” —Holly Black, award-winning author of Doll Bones and co-creator of The Spiderwick Chronicles Welcome to The Teddies Saga, a gripping new middle grade trilogy from New York Times-bestselling author Daniel Kraus and illustrator Rovina Cai. Buddy wakes up in the middle of a garbage dump, filled with a certain awareness: he’s a teddy bear; he spent time at a Store waiting for his future to begin; and he is meant for the loving arms of a child. Now he knows one more thing: Something has gone terribly wrong. Soon he finds other discarded teddies—Horace, Sugar, Sunny, and Reginald. Though they aren’t sure how their luck soured, they all agree that they need to get back to the Store if they’re ever to fulfill their destinies. So, they embark on a perilous trek across the dump and into the outer world. With ravenous rats, screeching gulls, and a menacing world in front of them, the teddies will need to overcome insurmountable challenges to find their way home. Equal parts Toy Story and Lord of the Flies, They Threw Us Away is the unforgettable start of a captivating series.

Her estranged mother's death brings Kat Somerville back to Comfort Notch, New Hampshire, a home town she can barely remember. As she and her daughter Sybil try to settle into a new life, Kat discovers that sometimes home is best forgotten. WELCOME TO COMFORT NOTCH! HOME OF AMERICA'S PRETTIEST AUTUMN. YOU'LL NEVER WANT TO LEAVE. Following the death of her estranged mother, Kat Somerville and her daughter, Sybil, flee a difficult life in Chicago for the quaint--and possibly pernicious--town of Comfort Notch, New Hampshire. From NY Times best-selling author, Daniel Kraus (The Shape of Water, Trollhunters, The Living Dead), and rising star Chris Shehan, comes a haunting vision of America's prettiest autumn. Collects the complete eight issue series.

"This volume reprints the comic book series The Strain: The night eternal #1-#6 from Dark Horse Comics."--Title page verso.

Focusing on a haunting that is meticulously documented, the narrative delves into the lives of the employees at Burger City, who initially share a strong familial bond. As the story unfolds, it reveals the tragic events that disrupt their close-knit community, featuring interviews with every living survivor. This exploration captures both the eerie occurrences and the deep emotional connections among the workers, highlighting the stark contrast between their early camaraderie and the ensuing turmoil.

Joey Crouch, a straight-A student in Chicago, faces a life-altering tragedy when his mother dies. He moves to rural Iowa to live with his estranged father, a solitary man with dark secrets. Their relationship evolves, leading Joey into a macabre yet exhilarating new chapter of his life.

As the 100th anniversary of the electrocution of the town's most infamous killer approaches, an anonymous text message lures five twelve-year-olds to the cemetery, inspiring the first meeting of the Graveyard Girls and setting the stage for a terrifying tale from Whisper that they will never forget.

YEAR ZERO chronicles the aftermath of a worldwide zombie plague that affects the entire planet. See how everyday people from all walks of life try to survive in this new world where the dead eat the living, and ask yourself: "Where were YOU when the LIVES went out?!" In this action-packed prelude to the hit series, acclaimed horror writer Daniel Kraus (George Romero’s The Living Dead, The Autumnal) unveils four globe-spanning tales from the earliest days of the zombie apocalypse when even the wildest rumors couldn’t measure up to the horror to come. A streetwise Russian cop patrols the back alleys of the opportunistic black market that emerges in response to the crisis…a North Korean soldier observes strange happenings on the DMZ…An E.R. nurse in the rural South fights to protect her hospital from threats without and within…A transgender flight attendant who has observed disturbing clues as she crisscrosses the globe keeps a wary eye on the passenger in seat 23C.

From Daniel Kraus, the New York Times bestselling co-author of Academy Award- winning Best Picture The Shape of Water, comes Blood Sugar, the blood-curdling story of a Halloween where trick-or-treat becomes life or death... A hard kick in the shins you never saw coming... And wow, is it fun to read - LitReactor Best of 2019 Pick