Bøger af Robert Stanek

Thousands of them died in the war. The survivors fled to the four corners of the lands. Some few escaped to the frozen wastes of the far north where they bide their time and plot their return. Such a hard life requires sacrifice. There are things that must be done without. But when a great plague settles in and the dying begins anew two must sacrifice themselves for the good of the many. Enter a frozen world of frost beasts, hoar hounds, tundra cats, snow trolls, and ice giants. Discover the battle bear troops and a great golden dragon from an age long since past. A new epic fantasy adventure in the grand tradition of C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien.

For thousands of years the ageless dragons have ruled the hundred worlds, conquering all who oppose them while raising those who bring them glory. But in remote Karthold, Rastín struggles to keep alive the memories of his fallen people and fulfill the wishes of his ailing father. For an Alv, Rastín is young. He has no great power to help him, no true magic to light his way and keep him safe. Yet as his life turns increasingly grim, Rastín must find the courage and resourcefulness to befriend his most savage enemies if there is to be hope for him and his people.To restore the honor of his people, Rastín will rise from slave to gladiator and from gladiator to emperor. This is where his story begins.

A thriller from award-winning best-selling author Robert Stanek. The first book in the series, The Pieces of the Puzzle, was an instant Top 10 Paid Mystery Bestseller and a #1 Paid Fiction Bestseller in Audio. In the heart of the Middle East, former NSA agent, Scott Evers, is drawn deep into an explosive terrorist plot. Two ships in the Mediterranean were destroyed, a Navy helicopter has been shot down, and two SEAL teams are missing in action. As he races to find answers, Scott is being hunted by a rogue operative that wants him dead no matter what it takes. When the dust clears, Scott's world will never be the same again. Robert Stanek and his books have been featured in and/or recommended by: The Olympian The Journal of Electronic Defense The Publisher's Weekly Cover Story The Parenting Magazine VOYA BookWire Children's Writer Children's Bookshelf Library Journal School Library Journal The News Tribune Wondering where to start reading Robert Stanek's work? Consider "The Best of Robert Stanek" list from OverDrive's "ContentWire for Libraries"... #1 The Pieces of the Puzzle #2 Keeper Martin's Tale #3 Bugville Collection #1: Visit Mom and Dad At Work, Go to School, Have a Sleepover, Visit Garden Box Farms #4 The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches #5 In the Service of Dragons #6 Journey Beyond the Beyond #7 Stormjammers: The Extraordinary Story of EW Operations in the Gulf War #8 Bugville Critters: Every Number Counts #9 Absolutes & Other Stories #10 Exploring Ruin Mist: Special Edition for "The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches" and "In the Service of Dragons"

A powerful story that is sure to delight! Readers everywhere are discovering the works of Robert Stanek, and overwhelmingly they agree on one thing: the books are some of the best they've ever read. Robert is a strong supporter of schools and libraries, frequently donating books and time. He believes that everyone can learn to love reading, and children especially so. We talked to Robert Stanek about Magic Lands and here's what he said: "At its heart, Magic Lands is a journey of discovery and of growing up. I wrote this book for my son and it has always been his favorite. I think it will be one of yours as well." "I would also like to thank readers who have written to me care of the publisher, especially the teachers, principals and other educators who have taken my books under their wing and helped give flight to a dream." "To Toby, Tina and Martin, I really did visit your fan pages. Check your guestbook. Thank you, keep reading!"

For thousands of years the ageless dragons have ruled the hundred worlds, conquering all who oppose them while raising those who bring them glory. In remote Karthold, Rastín struggles to keep alive the memories of his subjugated people and fulfill the wishes of his ailing father. He is a dark elf, a prince, and a slave.To restore the honor of his people, Rastín became a gladiator. Now he must survive the games of the colosseum even though his dragon masters wish daily for his death.But killing a gladiator such as Rastín requires increasing spectacle to appease the masses.

Here is the fourth volume in Robert Stanek's magnificent Keeper Martin's Tales -- the series fans have called "The Star Wars" of fantasy. Filled with mystery, intrigue, adventure, and magic the books transport us to a world unlike any other. Praised as an "instant" classic, Robert Stanek's outstanding series has quickly become a favorite.The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches IVTo turn back the tides of war, Queen Mother sent her most trusted warriors on a perilous journey across the Great Sea. But the elves were betrayed by one of their own. Only a handful survived the ambush that followed, only two reached the far shores. But they did not find quick allies. They found a kingdom under siege and a shattered alliance. The elves proved themselves to the men that defended Quashan'. They along with the mysterious Xith, the would-be mage Vilmos, Princess Adrina and their friends helped turn the battle in Great Kingdom's favor. For their support, the elves were granted an audience with the king. Yet great deeds could not undo the past, or change the prejudice of men. Elves and men are enemies, as it has been through time. The Alder King had his own concerns. The kingdom alliance was shattered. An ally, and a great king was dead. War between the kingdoms seemed inevitable. If there was any hope of restoring the alliance, he must rid the kingdom of the enemy's spies. But was such a thing possible without the backing of those he needed the most?

Here is the second volume in Robert Stanek's magnificent Ruin Mist Chronicles. Filled with mystery, intrigue, adventure, and magic the books transport us to a world unlike any other. Praised as an "instant" classic, Robert Stanek's outstanding series has quickly become a favorite. Two dozen elves set out from Leklorall, the capital of East Reach. After an ambush at sea only a handful survived, of those only two reached the far shores of the great sea. Their names were Seth and Galan and they sided with Great Kingdom during the Battle of Quashan', helping to defend the valley city with skills and speeds no living man had ever seen before. But success on the battlefield could not undo the past. Elves and men are mortal enemies, as it has been since the Great War when the elves of Under-Earth sought to enslave all the peoples of Ruin Mist. Now even as Seth attempts to sway Great Kingdom's leaders to stop the coming darkness, there are few who will truly listen--and even fewer who can look beyond the treachery of days past.

A new printing of the classic edition for 2021 and beyond! Unleash the power of your imagination and enter a world you've never dreamed existed! Best-selling author Robert Stanek delivers an epic fantasy adventure that will open your mind and your heart. Perfect for the young and the young at heart! The Kingdoms And The Elves Of The Reaches is a refreshingly unique fantastic adventure where its only limits are the limits of your imagination. Inside, you'll discover the breathtaking world of Ruin Mist where the mystical and the magical abound, and you'll fall in love with three heroes: a boy who would become a mage, a princess who is fleeing a dying kingdom, and a warrior elf who undertakes an epic journey. The adventure begins with Book 1. Three heroes set out on an epic journey of discovery only to find that at the end of their journey nothing is what they thought it was and that their world and themselves are undergoing a transformation that will change everything. Survival in a changing world depends on their ability to adapt and if they fail, their world and everything they believe in will perish.