vampires

Rediscover the precursors to and the cultural and historical ancestors of the modern-day vampire—the most powerful of all the forms taken by the undead—in this hauntingly illustrated volume.The idea of a supernatural being with a neverending, insatiable appetite for blood or human viscera has plagued the human mind for centuries, appearing in mythology and folklore from all corners of the world. Why were people of the past so concerned with such a creature? What worries and anxieties about human nature and existence could conjure up such a monster? Those of us in the present day are no less fascinated, taking these tales and reinventing and revitalizing them to embody our fears and desires in equal turn, ensuring that these undead beings will truly live on forever.Vampires explores the imagination, stories, and culture of these bloodthirsty creatures of the night by reintroducing the very first beliefs of vampires across a wide variety of cultures and geographic regions. Learn the history of your favorite monsters and their characteristics such as: Shroud Eaters: German vampires who feed on their burial shrouds, other corpses, psychic energy, and human fleshStrigoi: Medieval vampires from Slavic folklore. One story associated with them may have been the origin of vampires drinking blood from their victims throats.Jiangshi: An undead revenant from China. They are said to derive their supernatural powers from the moon, so are at their weakest during the day or on a new moon.Dhampirs: Monsters, or misunderstood? The children of vampires and humans, Balkan folklore suggests that dhampirs make the ideal vampire hunters, as they can eliminate vampires with any tools at their disposal.and more!Featuring intricate illustrations, this ghoulish handbook looks back to the folklore throughout the centuries of the undead. Find the vampires you never knew existed and reveal the history of the undead.

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Straighten your cape and sharpen your claws . . . being a vampire is harder than it looks! The spookiest story you #39;ll read this year from Alex Foulkes, illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. #39;A wickedly fun debut, with a wonderfully strong girl hero #39; Cressida Cowell, Children #39;s Laureate There are highs and lows to being a vampire. On one claw, you get cool powers like beastly strength and hypnotism and the ability to GRIMWALK. On the other claw, however, vampires are bound by the Vampiric Laws: rules to protect the balance between the worlds of the Living and the Undead. And unfortunately, 11-year-old Leo has just forgotten rule number one . . . The Rules for Vampires don #39;t tell you what to do when you make a ghostly enemy, or accidentally restart an ancient war. But Leo and her very unusual family are more than up to the job.A monstrously funny and devilishly dark new adventure from debut talent Alex Foulkes, illustrated throughout by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, Rules for Vampires is the series that fans of Lemony Snickett and Skulduggery Pleasant will devour for breakfast.*A spooky sequel to Rules for Vampires will BITE BACK soon – coming this Autumn* Praise for Rules for Vampires: #39;Fans of fast-paced, well-written gothic romps will devour Rules for Vampires #39; Phil Earle, bestselling author of When the Sky Falls‘Deliciously dark, fangtastically feisty and gloriously gothic! #39; Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang‘Brilliant! It’s a deadly funny, twisty, gothic romp with the loveliest vampire. Sara Ogilvie’s illustrations are the perfect match’ Jenny McLachlan, bestselling author of Land of Roar #39;Wonderfully atmospheric, humorous and touching’ Radiya Hafiza, author of Rumaysa

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Highly sensitive people—or empaths—see life through the eyes of compassion and caring. They were born that way. As a result, they carry a tremendous amount of inner light. But they’re also the favored prey of vampires who feed off empaths’ energy and disrupt their lives on every level—physical, emotional, and financial.In Dodging Energy Vampires, Christiane Northrup, M.D., draws on the latest research in this exciting new field, along with stories from her global community and her own life, to explore the phenomenon of energy vampires and show us how we can spot them, dodge their tactics, and take back our own energy. You’ll delve into the dynamics of vampire-empath relationships and discover how vampires use others’ energy to fuel their own dysfunctional lives. Once you recognize the patterns of behavior that mark these relationships, you’ll be empowered to identify the vampires in your life too.In these pages, Dr. Northrup opens up a toolbox full of techniques you can use to leave these harmful relationships behind; heal from the darkness they’ve cast over your mind, body, and spirit; and let your own light shine. In the end, you may find yourself healthier, happier, wealthier, and more vibrant than you ever believed possible.

Objev podobné jako Dodging Energy Vampires - Dr. Christiane Northrup

The funny and practical guide on how to spot - and slay - the time, energy and soul suckers in your life, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots. With his trademark humor and practical insights⠦you ll learn how self-awareness is the key to preserving your time, energy, and sanity-no matter what comes your way. Gay Hendricks, bestselling author of The Big Leap Do you often feel exhausted by conversations? Are there people in your life with belittle you through words or actions? Do you have colleagues who take up your time and don t actually do much?You could be surrounded by vampires!In Surrounded by Vampires, behavioural expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson reveals how to identify and deal with those who sap your energy - whether they⠙re colleagues, friends or even your own habits. With practical tools and sharp insight, you⠙ll discover how to:Recognise emotional and mental ⠜vampires⠝ in your daily lifeSet limits and protect your time and wellbeingBuild emotional resilience and self-awarenessReclaim your focus, motivation and inner calmFunny, wise and immediately useful, Surrounded by Vampires will help you banish the energy-suckers once and for all - and thrive in a life that feels lighter, calmer and more fulfilling. Praise for Surrounded by Vampires and Thomas Erikson: Outstanding . . . Erikson impresses with his trademark facility for making research-based discussions accessible and entertaining ?Publishers Weekly ⠘A good resource for understanding how different personalities communicate and deal with feedback⠦Everyone should read [it] Business Insider ⠘Equal parts logical, emotionally astute, and gut-wrenchingly funny⠦Buy it! Jim McPartlin, author of The Enneagram at Work ⠘Everyone can benefit from this book⠙ Booklist ⠘Life changing⠙ 5-star reader review⠘Has enabled better communication with my peers and colleagues as well as my family.⠙ 5-star reader review⠘Clear, insightful easy to read book with plenty [of] practical advice⠙ 5-star reader review⠘A must-read to guide you on understanding yourself and others⠙ 5-star reader review

Objev podobné jako Surrounded by Vampires - Thomas Erikson

Straighten your cape and ready your fangs . . . the ghosts are biting back. The spookiest story you #39;ll read this year is the ghoulish follow-up to Alex Foulkes #39;s highly acclaimed Rules for Vampires. A vampire and a ghost being friends is unheard of. It makes no sense. The two factions have despised one another for all eternity. But . . . Leo the vampire and Minna the ghost have battled together side-by-side, they #39;re sisters-in-arms, they #39;re best friends, and they #39;ll have to work together to vanquish a new, deadly threat.Summoned to the Ghostly Realm for the murder of the Orphanmaster, Leo must complete three tasks to prove herself worthy of her unlife, each more treacherous than the last. Can Leo convince the Ghostly Realm of her innocence and earn her freedom, or will she be trapped there forever? A monstrously funny and devilishly dark new adventure in Alex Foulkes #39;s Rules for Vampires series, illustrated throughout by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, Ghosts Bite Back is perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Skulduggery Pleasant to sink their claws into.Praise for Rules for Vampires: #39;A wickedly fun debut, with a wonderfully strong girl hero. #39; Cressida Cowell, Children #39;s Laureate #39;Fans of fast-paced, well-written gothic romps will devour Rules for Vampires. #39; Phil Earle, bestselling author of When the Sky Falls‘Deliciously dark, fangtastically feisty and gloriously gothic! #39; Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang‘Brilliant! It’s a deadly funny, twisty, gothic romp with the loveliest vampire. Sara Ogilvie’s illustrations are the perfect match.’ Jenny McLachlan, bestselling author of Land of Roar #39;Wonderfully atmospheric, humorous and touching.’ Radiya Hafiza, author of Rumaysa

Objev podobné jako Rules for Vampires: Ghosts Bite Back - Alex Foulkes

Dive into the shadowy depths of Vampires the Shadow World, a mesmerising collection of classic poems and stories that pulses with the lifeblood of gothic romance and eternal desire.This anthology invites you to explore the laments of ancient vampires, whose sorrowful verses reveal the agony and ecstasy of immortal existence. Each poem is a dark jewel, weaving tales of lovers bound by the crimson threads of fate. As you turn each page, you ll be drawn deeper into a world where passion and predation intertwine, and the macabre elegance of the vampire s life is laid bare in all its haunting beauty.Featuring works from celebrated poets such as Samuel Taylor Coleridge s Christabel and John Keats La Belle Dame sans Merci, this collection captures the essence of gothic horror and romantic yearning. You ll also encounter the chilling verses of Lord Byron and Edgar Allen Poe, whose words echo like whispers from the shadowy corners of the night.Vampires the Shadow World is the perfect companion for those enchanted by the dark, the mysterious, and the eternal.

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The smash-hit Elseworlds series returns, as the fight between heroes-turned-vampires and whatÂ’s left of humanity goes global!DC vs. Vampires was just the beginning! The sequel has arrived, and the team of writer Matthew Rosenberg and artist Otto Schmidt return as a new Ice Age dawns.ItÂ’s the dead of winter, and any hope for a fragile truce between the Green Arrow-led human heroes and vampire queen Barbara GordonÂ’s army has been dashed by Damian Wayne and his guerrilla fighters. HeÂ’s the only one fighting back against the bloodthirsty hordes, leaving Green Arrow with a choice: Does he stand and fight, or sacrifice the boy in the name of peace?This volume collects DC vs. Vampires: World War V #1-6, the first half of the bloody battle.

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LP vinyl - A Night of a Thousand Vampires je album skupiny Damned z roku 2022. A Night of a Thousand Vampires je album skupiny Damned z roku 2022. Rok vydání : 2022 Seznam stop LP 1 Beauty Of The Beast / Wait For The Blackout / Plan 9 Channel 7 / Standing On The Edge Of Tomorrow / Grimly Fiendish / Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde / Absinthe / Under The Floor Again / I Just Can #039;t Be Happy Today / 13th Floor Vendetta LP 2 Eloise / People Are Strange / Curtain Call / Tightrope Walk / The Dog / Neat Neat Neat / Bela Lugosi #039;s Dead / Black Is The Night

Objev podobné jako Damned: A Night of a Thousand Vampires (2x LP) - LP (4029759169826)

Hudební CD - A Night of a Thousand Vampires je album skupiny Damned z roku 2022. A Night of a Thousand Vampires je album skupiny Damned z roku 2022. Rok vydání : 2022 Seznam stop CD 1,2 Beauty Of The Beast / Wait For The Blackout / Plan 9 Channel 7 / Standing On The Edge Of Tomorrow / Grimly Fiendish / Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde / Absinthe / Under The Floor Again / I Just Can #039;t Be Happy Today / 13th Floor Vendetta / Eloise / People Are Strange / Curtain Call / Tightrope Walk / The Dog / Neat Neat Neat - Bela Lugosi #039;s Dead / Black Is The Night Blu-ray Intro / Beauty of the Beast / Wait for the Blackout / Plan 9 Channel 7 / Standing on the Edge of Tomorrow / Grimly Fiendish / Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde / Absinthe / Under the Floor Again / I Just Can #039;t Be Happy Today / 13th Floor Vendetta / Eloise / Curtain Call / Tightrope Walk / The Dog / Neat Neat Neat / Bela Lugosi #039;s Dead / People Are Strange / Black Is the Night / Under the Floor Again

Objev podobné jako Damned: A Night of a Thousand Vampires (2x CD + Blu-ray) - CD-Blu-ray (4029759181347)

They will all kneel before her... Twilight meets Gossip Girl in the spiciest, most unputdownable vampire series of the year by million-copy bestselling author and TikTok sensation Geneva Lee.Magic has awoken, and everything has changed, especially for Thea Melbourne. Grappling with who she is, what she knows, and even her powerful bond with vampire Julian Rousseaux, she enters a deadly game as she becomes something greater than he could have ever imagined. But Thea s growing power and influence haven t gone without notice...Julian would do whatever it takes to protect Thea, to keep her safe. But nine hundred years of immortality haven t prepared him for the dangers they face. The Vampire Council, the Mordicum, and even their families, have all taken up arms, one way or another. Nowhere - and no one - is safe.A new evil is rising, and with it, the deadliest threat to their future yet. One that requires more than wealth, power and love to survive...READERS ARE OBSESSED Wow. Wow. Wow. This was wonderful! Action packed. Twists and turns. Shocking moments, and OMG moments. I absolutely loved this book. Geneva, you killed it! Fae. Werewolves. Magical beings. Vampires. Witches. This has it all #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Plot twists kept coming, the story kept you enthralled! Sad to no longer be in the world of Thea and Julian #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 WHAT A SERIES! So happy I picked it up. Whirlwind, twists, surprises, don t sleep on it #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Truly an awesome, magical spellbinding series. Geneva Lee did it once again #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 After reading this series, I want a filthy rich vampire! #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 For me, this is what would happen if you crossed Bridgerton with Discovery of Witches and added some Greek mythology. I have absolutely loved this series. Family drama, secrets, greed, passion and mated love #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Everything comes to a magical and terrifying head in this exciting and romantic climax to the Filthy Rich Vampires saga. If you like twisted stories of magic and lovers that have found their one true love that they can t live without, this series is for you. Love done with an artist s touch is always magical, and Geneva Lee painted an exquisite portrait of love, betrayal and adventure in every romantic port in the world. Don t miss it! #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088

Objev podobné jako Filthy Rich Vampires: For Eternity - Geneva Lee

UNION FOR THE HEADLINES, A TRIAL FOR THE TIMECelebrity romances have always captured the publicâ ™s imagination, playing out like soap operas seized upon by fans and tabloids alike. By the same token, high-profile trials can take over the mainstream media cycle, with both news pundits and the public picking over every detail to predict outcomes and cast their own judgements. Enter the union, dissolution, and hostile legal battle between Johnny Depp and Amber Heardâ ”where these dual obsessions collided, creating a chaotic moment of true cultural fixation.Hollywood Vampires offers an inside account of one of the most controversial and consequential celebrity scandals of the internet era. Fueled by viral clips, reaction videos, and endless online debates, the trial became more than a legal battle. It became a public spectacle, dividing audiences worldwide.Kelly Loudenberg and Makiko Wholey were journalists on the ground for the Depp v Heard trial. Having closely followed Johnny, Amber, and their camps, they spent the years leading up to and following the trial interviewing the coupleâ ™s closest allies as well as their managers, lawyers, agents, business associates, publicists, assistants, and personal staff. The result is a page-turning Hollywood epic full of revealing details that tell a wider tale about the celebrity-industrial complex, modern fandom, inflammatory culture wars, and contemporary feminism.Turning the lens around, Hollywood Vampires questions how the celebrity exploitation machine, strengthened by the forces of social media and legacy media alike, blurs the lines between fact and fiction, comedy and horror. It forces us to ask ourselves why we take celebrity culture so seriously in the first placeâ ”and who wins and who loses when Hollywood becomes the vehicle for our own personal and political causes.

Objev podobné jako Hollywood Vampires - Kelly Loudenberg, Makiko Wholey

UNION FOR THE HEADLINES, A TRIAL FOR THE TIMECelebrity romances have always captured the public’s imagination, playing out like soap operas seized upon by fans and tabloids alike. By the same token, high-profile trials can take over the mainstream media cycle, with both news pundits and the public picking over every detail to predict outcomes and cast their own judgements. Enter the union, dissolution, and hostile legal battle between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard—where these dual obsessions collided, creating a chaotic moment of true cultural fixation.Hollywood Vampires offers an inside account of one of the most controversial and consequential celebrity scandals of the internet era. Fueled by viral clips, reaction videos, and endless online debates, the trial became more than a legal battle. It became a public spectacle, dividing audiences worldwide.Kelly Loudenberg and Makiko Wholey were journalists on the ground for the Depp v Heard trial. Having closely followed Johnny, Amber, and their camps, they spent the years leading up to and following the trial interviewing the couple’s closest allies as well as their managers, lawyers, agents, business associates, publicists, assistants, and personal staff. The result is a page-turning Hollywood epic full of revealing details that tell a wider tale about the celebrity-industrial complex, modern fandom, inflammatory culture wars, and contemporary feminism.Turning the lens around, Hollywood Vampires questions how the celebrity exploitation machine, strengthened by the forces of social media and legacy media alike, blurs the lines between fact and fiction, comedy and horror. It forces us to ask ourselves why we take celebrity culture so seriously in the first place—and who wins and who loses when Hollywood becomes the vehicle for our own personal and political causes.

Objev podobné jako Hollywood Vampires - Kelly Loudenberg, Makiko Wholey

The epic sequel to DC Vs. Vampires barrels towards its earth-shattering conclusion! Matthew Rosenberg and Otto Schmidt have teamed up to conclude their story about the DC Vs. Vampires universe in its new Ice Age as the human resistance gathers their strength against vampire queen Barbara Gordon and even greater threats that loom just out of sight!

Objev podobné jako DC vs. Vampires: World War V Vol. 2 - Matthew Rosenberg, Shane McCarthy

All magic will die, and with it, all who carry it. Every last one of us... Twilight meets Gossip Girl in the steamiest, most addictive, most talked-about vampire book of the year by million-copy bestselling authorand TikTok sensation Geneva Lee.As the Winter Solstice falls, Thea Melbourne and Julian Rousseaux return to the social season. Now, with their bond at its strongest - and most irresistibly intense - they face new deadly tests as the vampire elite will stop at nothing to tear them apart.Until Thea receives devastating news that leads them to the ancient, winding streets of Venice, where Julian s past beckons - along with the monster he once was.As forgotten magic stirs in Thea s blood, Julian has no choice but to confront his demons, or he risks losing Thea forever.Because peril dances in the shadows as a deadly threat rises. One that could shatter their world, their families, and even each other ... unless they re willing to pay the price.READERS ARE OBSESSED With this instalment in the Filthy Rich Vampires world, Geneva Lee has established herself as a reigning goddess of fantasy romance. I am in AWE of where she took this world ­- especially in that AMAZING THIRD ACT!! And all of these intriguing, incredible characters #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 OBSESSED WITH THIS SERIES. I don t want it to end #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Let me just say this book sent me through a rollercoaster of emotions. ESPECIALLY TOWARDS THE VERY END. SOBBING #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Wow, the third book in this series is just wow. It s full of so many twists and turns that I didn t see coming but the end. Wow, all I ve got to say is don t mess with Thea because she s deadly now #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 All the feels... I mean, all of them! I flipping lovedddddd this book. There was so much to uncover. I desired no other ending, no other beginning. It was perfection! #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 Okay, I m sorry but why did this book hit so hard??? The spice, the drama, the lore??? #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 My jaw is completely unhinged! Thanks to Geneva Lee I ll be dragging my jaw until further notice. This book definitely took a turn I didn t see coming at all! #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088 #11088

Objev podobné jako Filthy Rich Vampires: Three Queens - Geneva Lee

You thought life was hard for a vampire? Try being the newest Slayer on the block. Yet just when Carrie Adams thought it couldn t get any worse, she learns that in the world of the unexpectedly supernatural, nothing is ever what it seems.Meet Carrie Adams: Serious. Disciplined. Focused. But as an aspiring actress, she s at the mercy of casting directors who barely glance at her headshot before making snap judgments about her talent based solely on her looks. She feels powerlessâ ¦until one night she goes from snarling at her obnoxiously attractive coworker (musician-slash-bartender Nick Stokes) to wanting to kill him. Literally.Turns out Nick has become LA s latest vampire and she is his chosen Slayerâ ¦a decidedly unwelcome job that comes with an overnight super-bodybuilder-buff physique, the ability to conjure a sword made of fire, and a new gang of supernatural enemies out for her blood. Nick swears he ll help her. Carrie swears she ll figure out how to help herself.But in a Hollywood-bright world of typecasting, can a Slayer and her sworn vampire nemesis break free of their assigned rolesâ ¦and discover the deeper emotions there for the staking?Also By Gloria Duke:When Life Gives You Vampires

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Mrs. Jeepers may -- or may not -- be a vampire in this funny and spooky series from Graphix Chapters.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.The third graders at Bailey Elementary are so hard to handle that all of their teachers have quit. But their new teacher, Mrs. Jeepers, is different -- to say the least. She s just moved from Transylvania into a spooky old house in Bailey City. She wears a mysterious brooch that glows as green as her eyes. Could Mrs. Jeepers be a vampire?Featuring a beloved story by Marcia Thornton Jones and Debbie Dadey and fresh artwork by Academy Award winner Pearl Low, Vampires Don t Wear Polka Dots is the first-ever graphic novel adaptation of Scholastic s classic chapter book series.

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The war for Earth isnÂ’t beginning… itÂ’s already here! ItÂ’s the heroes of the DC Universe against the undead in an epic fight for the very survival of the human race!The Justice League has long protected Earth from all manner of foreign and alien invaders over the years, always keeping a vigilant eye to the skies for the next threat. But what if the threat was already walking the Earth…hiding in plain sight…watching…waiting for their moment to strike… A mysterious new vampire lord has already put a plan in motion to conquer the Earth, and his horde are hunting on the streets of Gotham. Can Batman save his city—or will he succumb to the undead plague? In the tradition of DCeased comes a terrifying new series from the twisted minds of James Tynion IV (Nice House on the Lake; Something is Killing the Children), Matthew Rosenberg (The Joker Presents: A Puzzlebox; 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank; Hawkeye), and Otto Schmidt (Green Arrow) that will tear the Justice League apart in their war with the undead! This volume collects DC vs. Vampires #1-6, the first half of this bloody battle.

Objev podobné jako DC vs. Vampires Vol. 1 - Otto Schmidt, James Tynion IV.