Danielle Ackley-McPhail

Come, Best Beloved, and sit you by my feet. I shall tell you a tale such as sister Scheherazade could have scarce imagined... In the Nejd there is nothing at all...except secrets. A band of thieves wishes such secrets to remain hidden. In England, far from his desert home, Ali bin-Massoud serves as apprentice to the famed Charles Babbage. One night a mysterious box is delivered by a clockwork falcon and Ali's world is never the same again. Heartache, danger, and thieves mark his journey as Ali is summoned home at the death of his father. It will take faith, knowledge, and yes, love to realize his destiny, and more than a little skill with steam-driven technology. Can he unravel the mystery of the puzzle box and the clockwork djinn before it is too late? An ancient legacy and Ali's very life depend on his success. Hear you the tale of Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn." Rich with steampunk, magic, and an enchanting setting, this story casts a spell and won't let go until the very last page " --Maria V. Snyder, New York Times Bestselling Author "Readers of steampunk and Middle Eastern-inspired fantasy alike will adore this lush foray into a world seldom explored by the genre. Buckle up for a wild ride across the deserts of your imagination " --Tiffany Trent, award-winning author of The Unnaturalists"A charming retelling of the famous classic ...] Whether you are a fan of Steampunk, of exotic fairytales, or just of good writing, this story should delight." --L. Jagi Lamplighter, award-winning author"Beautifully evocative of the fairy tale tradition in parts that the modern, steampunk nature of the tale is completely encapsulated in a wonderful adventure." --Luke's Reviews

Who says there never enough time anymore? Help yourself to thirty-one tales and poems of wit and wonder for those with but a little time to read. Pick up Danielle Ackley-McPhail's collected flash fiction for a quick trip through the whimsical to magical to speculative and back again. When a lunch lady sees it all, including the goblin apocalypse. A mermaid dreams of swimming through the sky. A young girl's maddening descent into the world of red. Cadet Alexander must conquer the mountain... her own squad... and the local fauna... in an exercise to prove her mettle. Have you ever looked into the heart of a star? Do so, and come away forever changed. And many more fantastic tales to transport you for just a moment or two...there and back again In a Flash

Who's Hungry? If food is your love language, this is the book for you Whether you're looking for a quick, simple treat, or you want a fancy-restaurant meal on a fast-food budget, Auntie D's Recipes collects the author's most requested recipes and puts them in your hands. From everyday comfort food to cooking that takes some knowledge and skill, you'll find it here for every occasion. Tried and tested, from my kitchen to yours Including Such Favorites as: Heart-Stopping, Tummy-Lovin' Mac and CheeseGarlic-Studded, Rosemary-Crusted Prime RibLimoncello Coconut with Candied Ginger CookieApricot-Drenched Country-Style Pork RibsPotato Leek Soup with Bacon and CheeseLemon Blueberry Buttermilk PancakesBacon-Wrapped Pork TenderloinMaple Ginger Candied BaconAuntie D's Famous Carrot CakeBasil Ricotta CheeseOrange-Ginger FlorentinesAsian-Style Pot StickersPretzel StromboliAsian Pickled CabbageTraditional Cottage PieCaramel Pecans

Why build your library one book at a time? Score the entire Literary Handyman series in one large, but convenient volume A one-stop reference for helpful tips on the craft and business of writing from an industry professional of over thirty-five years' experience. Includes the volumes: The Literary HandymanMore Tips From the HandymanBuild-A-Book WorkshopBonus Content: Build-A-Book: AnthologiesAn excellent resource for those beginning their publishing journey, Indie or otherwise

Give the Enemy Hell At the ass-end of the galaxy, Allied Forces-including the 142nd Mobile Special Ops Team, better known as Daire's Devils-stand ready to defend the contested colony planet Demeter from military invasion and corporate exploitation. But when the Allied Forces are infiltrated by those determined to secure the top-secret designs of AeroCom's new prototype flagship, the Cromwell, the newest member of the Devils, Corporal Katrion Alexander, finds herself facing off against an unexpected menace, synthetic operatives indistinguishable from living beings. She and the Devils must neutralize this new threat, but how when the enemy wears a trusted face?

Seven tales of conflict set among the stars, driven by the very roots of mankind's Earth-bound strife. Yet even in the face of the vast void of space, these brave souls fight to hold on to their humanity. Dawns a New Day - A seemingly innocuous artifact all but destroys the technological world. It is up to one uncommon girl to lead the way out of the darkness. The Steady Drone of Silence - An engineer at a remote testing facility makes a cold, hard discovery. Will he and his team survive to correct his miscalculation? Travellin' Show - Ever doomed to wander, the Romani take to the stars to build a new life, only to discover society's prejudices have followed. When one of their own goes missing, the lines between justice and vengeance blur. Casualties of War - The lone survivor of a deadly battle, a young conscript despairs that no one will find him before he falls to the scavengers. Only a trophy taken from a fallen soldier renews his hope he will come out of this alive. The Devil's Own Luck - A stowaway on a star freighter discovers those chasing him are the least of his worries as the ship he has hidden on is hijacked by pirates. No Man Left Behind - Missing and presumed dead, a soldier captured by the opposition is forced to use his demolition skill to set a trap for his own team. New Discoveries - Conflicts increase between unaltered colonists and gene-mods on the colony planet Fremont. A young girl, raised to distrust those altered, learns that differences say less about a person than their choices.

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Dance Among the Embers, But Don't Get Burned... From a kitsune slinking through the mists... to an elven champion tied to every crossroad in the moment of Midnight... to the heir of Underhill ruling the road on a Harley, the mystical and magical intersect nearly unrealized with the world of man. Do you dare to walk among them with open eyes? Do you seek a glimpse of their power? Take care and proceed with soft steps among the folk of magic and moonlight. Fickle is the least of what is said of them. But well worth the risk, for those looking for something more... Includes the Stories: The Fox's FireThe Promise of Death The Devil in the Details A Moment Out of TimeForever and a Day Crossroads and CursesMis En PlaceMama Bear

Guilt, the venom running through humanity's veins, The cancer eating mankind's soul. Death, both courted and earned, well-fed upon denial. Balanced on the delicate edge between madness and damnation, clarity comes to us all. There is one thing more terrifying than the darkness at the edge of your vision staring back. The seed of that darkness peering from within your heart. What is real? What is imagined? Right, or wrong, the price of your answer is your soul.

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Kara O'Keefe found power and strength in the discovery of self. But with that peace came a hard truth. As a bridge connecting many worlds, none of them held a place for her. She must find her own way, forge her own path. She has come into her legacy, but where will destiny take her?

The Hunt is On When strength becomes weakness... And hope becomes doubt... As the past collides with the future...hard... Can Suzanne--Wild Hunt biker chick and one-time member of the fae High Court--stand strong as her world falls apart? She survived an assault by redcaps, an all-out battle with the High King's armies, and her first encounter with roller derby... but how will she fare against her inner demons? Caught in the midst of a transformation she scarcely realizes and does not understand, her hard-won convictions are tested as never before. Suzanne is left with only one question--what if they're wrong? The truth could mean the difference between saving her sanity and losing her soul...

What Happens When The Universe Is Not Big Enough For Everyone? Differences define us. They set us at odds with the world. How we handle such conflicts establishes our character. For good or ill, Fremont's Children are full of character. Battling society. Each other. Themselves. Eking out a place to live and be free in peace on unforgiving worlds, among--at times--unforgiving people. And yet Fremont's Children persist, learning that it isn't about the conflicts, but about the friends and family that stand at your back. These stories--written by Brenda Cooper, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, and J. A. Pitts--are about the heart of humanity in all its flawed and courageous glory, standing unbowed beneath the stars. Based on the Fremont's Children Novel Series, Available from Wordfire PressThe Silver Ship and the SeaWinner of the 2008 Endeavor AwardRiding the WindWings of CreationAnd coming soon... The Making War