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In the small yet vibrant kingdom of Khauran, nestled between the vast desert and fertile plains, a wise and beautiful young queen reigns, beloved by her devoted subjects. But when a sinister force emerges from the shadows, disaster strikes. The queens evil twin sister, a wicked witch, cunningly usurps her throne and plunges the realm into chaos with devil worship and unspeakable acts of sacrifice. Captured and crucified in the desolate sands, Conan, the captain of the queens guard, finds himself embroiled in a harrowing tale of intrigue, epic battles, bloodshed, demonic forces, and ultimately,...

The Shadow Kingdom is one of the earliest examples of sword-and-sorcery fiction, written by Robert E. Howard in 1929. The story is set in the mythic past, in the ancient kingdom of Valusia, ruled by King Kull, a barbarian warrior from Atlantis. As Kull takes the throne, he faces a hidden and insidious threat from a race of shape-shifting serpent people who have secretly controlled the kingdom for generations. The story explores themes of power, betrayal, and identity, blending elements of fantasy, horror, and adventure.

Black Hound of Death plunges into the heart of Southern-gothic horror with one of Robert E. Howard’s most chilling tales. Set in the shadow-soaked pinelands of the American South, this story follows Kirby Garfield, a man racing against time to warn Richard Brent of a threat worse than any escaped convict: a monstrous being born of betrayal and ancient terror.

Join Conan the Barbarian on a thrilling quest for the fabled Jewels of Gwahlur, hidden deep within a secret temple. As he pursues this legendary treasure, Conan encounters a series of perilous challenges. From cunning and formidable foes eager to see him skinned alive, to monstrous mutations bent on tearing him apart, danger lurks at every turn. But its not just the fierce adversaries; enchanting yet deadly women tempt him with their allure, each more beguiling than the last. Will Conan finally meet his match amidst the treachery and temptation? Will he be brought to his knees by his vile ...

Conan is working for pay as a soldier at the frontier fort of Tuscelan. While out scouting he saves the life of Balthus, and the two become embroiled in a fight for their lives and a war against the invading picts. Can Conan and Balthus defeat the evil sorcerer that has summoned ancient monsters and bound the pictish clans as never before?

Dig Me No Grave by Robert E. Howard is a dark and chilling tale of supernatural horror, exploring themes of occultism, fate, and the consequences of dabbling in forbidden knowledge. The story is narrated by John Conrad, who recounts a terrifying experience he shared with his friend, John Grimlan.

In the shadowy alleys of Zamboula, monstrous ghouls prowl the night, seeking their next victims for their gruesome rituals and feasts. As fate would have it, Conan finds himself in this sinister city and narrowly escapes becoming a prey. However, his courage compels him to rush to the rescue of a stunning, voluptuous maiden ensnared in the ghouls terrifying grasp. With swords clashing and muscles straining, the mighty Conan faces a formidable challenge in the temple of the monkey god. Will he prevail? Will he claim the heart of the damsel in distress? Tune in to experience this thrilling tale,...

In Robert E. Howards Das Ding auf dem Dach begibt sich Tussmann auf die Jagd nach verbotenen Schätzen in einem vergessenen Tempel in Zentralamerika. Doch hinter den Mauern lauert mehr als Gold – etwas Unfassbares entfesselt Schrecken und Wahnsinn. Zurück in England steigert sich die Paranoia, bis ein schauriger Vorfall auf dem Dach das Grauen endgültig offenbart.

Erlebe die Abenteuer von Conan, dem legendären Barbaren aus Cimmerien, in einer neuen und packenden Hörbuchfassung. In Conan - Der Teufel aus Eisen von Robert E. Howard muss sich der Held mit einem grausamen Tyrannen und einem uralten Dämon auseinandersetzen, der aus einer vergessenen Zeit erwacht ist. Mit seinem Schwert und seinem Mut stellt sich Conan den Gefahren, die ihn in dieser fremden und feindlichen Welt erwarten. Lass dich mitreißen von der spannenden Erzählung, die von Benjamin Werner mit viel Leidenschaft und Ausdruckskraft gelesen wird.

In this adventure Conan is the leader of the beautiful Queen’s army, but is quickly thrown down from his lofty position by witchcraft. His quest for revenge starts with his crucifixion.

Als ein namenloser Forscher in einem okkulten Buch von einem mysteriösen Artefakt liest – dem Schwarzen Stein nahe dem unheimlichen Dorf Stregoicavar in Ungarn – beginnt eine Reise ins Herz des Grauens. Vor Ort entdeckt er Spuren einer ausgestorbenen Rasse, die einst vor Jahrhunderten abscheuliche Kulte feierte. In der Mittsommernacht beobachtet er – gefangen zwischen Traum und Realität – eine grausame Opferzeremonie … und das Erwachen eines Wesens jenseits menschlicher Vorstellungskraft.

Excitement and sorcery mixed with blades of steel. The mysterious stranger who appears out of nowhere to avenge injustice and defend the defenseless. Robert Howard, in this early story of his, gives us Solomon Kane; the man who walks like a leopard, wears all black and is relentless in pursuing evil doers. But he is pitted against voodoo and the superbly skillful opponent - Le Loupe - The Wolfe. Has Solomon Kane met his doom?

When Dennis Dorgan is unexpectedly declared the loser in a boxing match against Kid Leary that he quite obviously won, he realizes something has gone amiss. The situation grows worse when his manager comes in and reveals that he has lost all his money and his ship because of the loss. When the crooked referee comes to Dorgan and tells him that the fight was fixed for a reason, Dorgan agrees to help him shake up the bad guy and straighten out the situation.

"Red Nails" is one of the books featuring Conan the Cimmerian (a.k.a Conan the Barbarian) written by American author Robert E. Howard. It is set in the pseudo-historical Hyborian Age and concerns Conan encountering a lost city in which the degenerate inhabitants are proactively resigned to their own destruction. The tale also features a tough and beautiful female pirate named Valeria the Red, catching Conan's eye as well as his respect.

An enthralling collection of creepy and mysterious stories. From classic detective stories to spine-tingling horror and scary ghost stories, these tales will make your flesh crawl.... 1. 'A Ghost Story' by Mark Twain. 2. 'The Silver Mask' by Hugh Walpole. 3. 'The Cactus' by O. Henry. 4. 'Dead of Night' by W. F. Harvey. 5. 'The Terrible Old Man' by H. P. Lovecraft. 6. 'Rattle of Bones' by Robert E. Howard. 7. 'The Last Leaf' by O. Henry. 8. 'The Magnet' by Barry Pain. 9. 'Pickman’s Model' by H. P. Lovecraft.

In this thrilling tale, Conan encounters his equal in Belit, the fierce and fearless pirate Queen, whose bloodthirsty spirit and alluring presence captivate him. As their destinies intertwine, they become legendary figures, feared across the Black Coast. Together, they embark on perilous adventures up the treacherous River of Death, confronting dangers that have kept others at bay for centuries. With treasure, fierce battles, and relentless excitement awaiting them, their journey is one of epic proportions.

Step back into the savage world of Robert E. Howards Kull the Conqueror, a precursor to Conan the Barbarian and his ancestral counterpart. Kull is not just a fierce and bloodthirsty warrior; he‚s also a deeply introspective character who grapples with his own existence. In this thrilling double feature, explore the first two stories ever published about Kull. In The Shadow Kingdom, he faces a deadly conspiracy orchestrated by a race of shape-shifting lizard people. Then, in The Mirrors of Tuzun Thume, Kull wrestles with his own reality as he becomes ensnared in a devious magicians plot. ...

Kull von Atlantis, Krieger und König, muss sich einer Verschwörung stellen, die sein Reich ins Chaos stürzen will. Zwischen finsteren Mächten, tödlichen Feinden und seinem eigenen, ungezähmten Stolz kämpft Kull um mehr als nur seinen Thron – er kämpft um sein Leben. Tauche ein in die epische Sword-&-Sorcery-Welt von Robert E. Howard, dem Schöpfer von Conan dem Cimmerier, und erlebe diesen Klassiker der Fantasy in einer atmosphärischen Lesung von Benjamin Werner.

Conan has cut his bloody path to the leadership of the Kozak raiders, but the leaders of the countries he's plundering have a devilish plan to see him dead. They plan to use beautiful woman to tempt him into a trap, but she has her own ideas, and before the the tale ends Conan will find himself set against a devil from the deepest pit.

A spectacular collection of classic ghost stories from some of the masters of spooky fiction. 'On the Brighton Road' by Richard Middleton; 'A Ghost Story' by Mark Twain; 'The Everlasting Club' by Arthur Gray; 'The Snow' by Hugh Walpole; 'Rose Rose' by Barry Pain; 'The Ghost Ship' by Richard Middleton; 'The Bus Conductor' by E. F. Benson; 'The Tarn' by Hugh Walpole; 'The Diary of Mr. Poynter' by M. R. James.