A Crown Prince tests a theory that his father imparted on him before dying — that when holding a cup and a candle to a mirror, one can travel to another dimension. And it works — Prince Teodric ends up in a new world of colors, quirky characters... and political intrigue beyond his wildest dreams.
Book Award 2022
Browse through these submissions for the Page Turner Book Award 2022. This is an international writing contest for published authors to showcase their books.
"Carnivorous Cupid" by StephanieRose Bird
An FBI agent teams with a goddess-in-disguise to hunt down her murderous son, Eros, before he tears out the hearts of every soulmate on the planet.
A twist on the Greek Mythology tales you might be used to, set in current times, with mystery murders and charismatic characters.
"Harriet Grace" by Julia Bell
After her grandfather goes blind, Harriet decides to operate the railway signal box herself. Discovery and an inquiry means a new life in York, but on a visit to the signal box, Harriet intercepts a strange coded telegraph message. This unearths a shameful secret, an abduction and a possible murder.
"The Left Hand of Dog" by SICLARKE CLARKE
Intergalactic kidnappers! A chatty horse! Sentient glitter gas! And a dog!
When Lem and her dog retreat from the city for a few days, they don’t expect to wind up aboard the Starship Teapot with adorable alien bounty hunters. Perfect for fans of Victories Greater than Death, Discworld, and H2G2.
"HellGirl: Rise of Hellion" by Mary.C.Ramsey Ramsey
Homeless teen runway, Nicki never lost her compassion. This results in her getting dragged into a human trafficking sting operation, that goes horribly wrong, resulting in the loss of her legs. She awakens in a secret military hospital. Her wounds had been bandaged but she also had a new roommate.
"Covert Alliance" by Blair Wylie
A megalithic pyramid is discovered on New Earth, and excites a great deal of attention. It becomes apparent that the pyramid is linked to the evil and alien Masters. A covert alliance with benevolent aliens leads to a fierce battle for survival between the warrior Masters and the New Earth humans.
"Tube Dwellers" by Blair Wylie
Tube Dwellers – the remaining descendants of Earth – discover that their future depends on their migration to a new Earth-like planet.
Smitty and Tara live on Tube World – it is all they have ever known. They imagine that getting married will be their greatest adventure. But they are so wrong...
"Master Defiance" by Blair Wylie
On a post-apocalyptic earth, the human species has reverted to its ancient native ways. It will be so easy for the alien invaders to take control. But there is one thing left from the old technological age of years before: an artificial intelligence machine the earth hominids call "Mother"...
"Martian Hermitage" by Blair Wylie
Martian Hermitage is the second book in the six-book Master Defiance sci-fi series. Earth continues to decline, and natural calamities wipe out the last vestiges of civilization. The people in Moon Base are stranded, but they have been secretly preparing for an exodus… to Mars.
"Wolf Slayer" by Blair Wylie
The first book in the six book Master Defiance series, Wolf Slayer combines political thriller and dystopian science-fiction in an action-packed adventure culminating in a desperate flight across North America. The Second Chance generation spaceship is introduced for the follow up books.
"Violet Doughty's Story" by PJDoel Doel
This is a tribute to Violet Doughty, one of many women who suffered injustice and heartbreak caused in part by the pervading hypocrisy of the social and moral attitudes prevalent during their lifetimes.
"Promise Me " by Victoria Gemmell
An obsession with a true crime is about to get real when new girl, Darcy, befriends local convicted teen murderer, Christian, unraveling the secrets and lies which led to his imprisonment. When threats begin, Darcy realises someone might be prepared to do anything to hide the truth
"Follow the Hummingbird" by Elena Carter
Tina Thompson, a young and disillusioned widow, finds a pathway to different worlds and realms through her dreams. Using magical amulets entrusted to her, she must find the courage to face a dark and menacing ancient force that threatens to consume her soul.
"The Sibold Effect: Beyond Science, History, Ghosts, and the Appalachian Supernatural" by davmiller Miller
After an unexpected property purchase in the Appalachian Mountains, a historian navigates his family’s and the regions past to unearth an ancient civilization.
"Regina of Warsaw" by gspieler Spieler
What would it take for you to leave everything and everyone you have ever known and travel thousands of miles away with your toddler son alone?
"Indirect Work: A Regenerative Change Theory for Businesses, Communities, Institutions and Humans" by Carol Sanford
Discover the most proven, yet invisible, change theory in history. In spite of claims. And yet they get passed along as Best Practices. Books are written, programs are developed, by thought leaders, and sold by the thousands, only to fall short of promises leading the business or person to moves on
"Fireproof: Your Grand Strategy for Transforming Failure into Fuel for Your Future" by Hollenbach3 Hollenbach
An individual’s core essence determines the kind of leader they will be. Once they discover the truth inside of themselves—flaws and all—readers can challenge their limitations and let go of self-defeating behaviors. Let us create a life that helps others and leaves a stellar legacy.
"Unbossly Manners" by BrookeS Stanton
Peyton is a bedroom bore. Jackson can’t get over his ex-wife. But when a friend’s dirty suggestion hits the G-spot, Peyton asks the devastated divorcé to tutor her in all things titillating. Will their steamy syllabus become more than just sexy time or end in heartbreak?
"Bruja" by Morag Higgins
This is the life story of a very remarkable horse. Through trial and error we learned together, our adventures and escapades would turn the hair of any experienced horse owner white! Bruja achieved so much and touched many lives. This is her, right up to her very last moments in this world.