Aidan Russell

Telling the neglected history of decolonisation and violence in Burundi, Aidan Russell examines the political language of truth that drove extraordinary change, from democracy to genocide. By focusing on the dangerous border between Burundi and Rwanda, this study uncovers the complexity from which ethnic ideologies, side-lined before independence in 1962, became gradually all-consuming by 1972. Framed by the rhetoric and uncertainty of 'truth', Russell draws on both African and European language source material to demonstrate how values of authority and citizenship were tested and transformed across the first decade of Burundi's independence, and a post-colony created in the interactions between African peasants and politicians across the margins of their states. Culminating with a rare examination of the first postcolonial genocide on the African continent, a so-called 'forgotten genocide' on the world stage, Russell reveals how the postcolonial order of central Africa came into being.

Telling the neglected history of decolonisation and violence in Burundi, Aidan Russell examines the political language of truth that drove extraordinary change, from democracy to genocide. By focusing on the dangerous border between Burundi and Rwanda, this study uncovers the complexity from which ethnic ideologies, side-lined before independence in 1962, became gradually all-consuming by 1972. Framed by the rhetoric and uncertainty of 'truth', Russell draws on both African and European language source material to demonstrate how values of authority and citizenship were tested and transformed across the first decade of Burundi's independence, and a post-colony created in the interactions between African peasants and politicians across the margins of their states. Culminating with a rare examination of the first postcolonial genocide on the African continent, a so-called 'forgotten genocide' on the world stage, Russell reveals how the postcolonial order of central Africa came into being.

The rivers turn to blood and the mournful cry for judgment. Reslo returns to his family, but his quest is not over. Despite the comforts of home and the love of his wife and nephew, his blade thirsts. He promised the Templars he would return to them their champion's lost relic-blade, and he will not fail in his duty, no matter the cost. Gratas and Jerah arrive back in Nolterland. Their bodies are wounded and their souls ache from the months of fighting. When they find themselves in the idyllic town of Dunkhau, sleeping in comfortable beds every night, they both find that peace and comfort will shake their resolves more than any of war's horrors. Heiradra loves Dunkhau's peace and quaintness, but she cannot allow herself to become idle, not as her kingdom is besieged. Plots take root in her mind, and she finds a new source for her magical spells: blood. They try their best to fit into their new lives, but legends and myths have taken notice of their actions. The ancient, haunted citadel of Basarvigg is occupied once more and the heroes will find there is nowhere left in Nod for peace to be found.

Raiders descend from the North. Conspiracies take root. The war drums beat. In March to Shadows, the second volume of The Judges Cycle, the kingdom of Galeberth must face off against ancient foes, while the Templars from Nolterland will confront the secrets hidden by the shattering of their homeland's once great empire. Princess Heiradra, responsible for little and heir to nothing, wants little more than to eat her breakfast in bed and avoid the boring aspects of court life. However, when a cart carrying a wounded Sylvan Elf and two beaten Templars arrives at the palace the morning of the grand ball, there is no avoiding royal politics. With the return of the two Nolterite Templars, Jerah and Gratas, King Velat sees an opportunity to make peace with the raiders from the North. Fattened up on cake and with a hundred-strong entourage, the Elven warrior, Reslo, and his Templar companions must do the impossible and negotiate with the northern kingdom that bears the same name as their own - a kingdom shrouded in secrets and tales of blood and sacrifice since the old empire was split. If the Northern barbarians don't kill the three companions, the plots and intrigue of Galeberth's royal court just might. Praise for Road of the Lost: Book One of The Judges Cycle: "Road of the Lost is a fast-paced fantasy with an RPG feel... I really enjoyed the jocular, brotherly bickering of the two knights... This was a fun fantasy read." - Manhattan Book Review "Absolutely loved this book Thoroughly enjoyed the eloquent writing, the larger than life characters, the setting, the adventures Reminds me very much of R. A. Salvatore's writings." - Goodreads Review "Road of the Lost is a typical fantasy story, and will be enjoyed by fans of that genre. I found it to be a good read; often staying up later than intended to finish a chapter, and then another." - Goodreads Review

Honor, duty, and family mean everything, but he'll risk it all to prove his worth. For Reslo, the elven guardian of the forest road, upholding his father's oath means serving a usurping, foreign king and spending his life as an outsider. He wants nothing more than to do his duty and be home in time for dinner, but he instead finds himself embroiled in a battle against old enemies. To make things worse, two young, bungling knights are on a quest to find their lost champion and he must keep them alive or end up starting a war. Reslo must risk his life and put all he loves at risk to fulfill his father's oath and save his forest homeland for the very people who shun him. Fans of epic fantasy, tabletop gaming, Dragonlance, Forgotten Realms, and Warhammer will love this action-packed, fast-paced adventure set in a sprawling, multi-faceted world with a deep, rich history boiling over with gritty, bloody combat." Road of the Lost is a thrilling fantasy adventure with action and humor..." - San Francisco Book Review. "Road of the Lost is a fast-paced fantasy with an RPG feel... I really enjoyed the jocular, brotherly bickering of the two knights... This was a fun fantasy read." - Manhattan Book Review

Twenty-Two Tales of Christmas Terror ranging from ancient Iceland to modern-day Iraq by New York Times Bestselling and award-winning authors, including: a new ghost story by Heather Graham, a Repairman Jack Christmas adventure by F. Paul Wilson, a spine tingling tale by master of horror Thomas F. Monteleone, and a special tale of Christmas wonder by Jon Land. In a unique experience-a story within a story-you will follow along when the MacDonald family discovers an unidentified present under their Christmas tree. Who gave it to them? Where did it come from? No one seems to know. And when they open the mysterious gift, it sets them on a course to a Christmas of terror they could never have expected. Heather Graham, F. Paul Wilson, Lance Taubold, Aidan Russell, Thomas F. Monteleone, Lisa Harris, E. McCarthy, Richard Devin, Lee Lawless, Kristi Ahlers, Don Bruns, Ed DeAngelis, Lisa Manetti, Elle J Rossi, Deborah Grahl, Liah Penn, Crystal Perkins, Greg Linden, Connie Corcoran Wilson, Jeff DePew