Bøger af Nicholas Kotar

From the author who bravely faced down a seven-headed, fire-breathing, riddle-speaking dragon... and got eaten for his pains... comes a thrilling journey into the realm of Russian fairy tales. What lies ahead is a world where nothing is as it seems. Wolves might be friends, old grandmothers might be cannibals, and the idiot might be the wisest man in the room. Step into this strange and wondrous world and find yourself at the waystone, a boundary between the real world and the world of story, where every road you take leads to danger and potential rewards. This is a short guide for your survival. If you succeed, you might just find the fountain of youth, unimaginable riches, the man or woman of your dreams... and something even more lasting. If you enjoy the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales, you'll love this book. Buy now before the price changes, and enter the weird and wonderful world of Russian fairy tales!About Nicholas KotarNicholas Kotar is the son of Russian immigrants who moved from Russia after the Revolution. He is an award-winning author of 7 epic fantasy books inspired by Slavic fairy tales, as well as 3 non-fiction books and a TV script that was looked at by Netflix. Nicholas is known for his translations of Russian fairy tales and is also an acclaimed storyteller, podcaster, and public speaker.

What if you could find answers to the problems of modern life in the wisdom of the past?Perpetually distracted, increasingly over-medicated, and lonelier than ever, we still think we are the most progressive people in history. But scratch the surface, and you'll see that our world is like a house built on sand. That's why many people are turning to the past for comforting wisdom to inform the future. In this book, you'll find a mesmerizing glimpse into the rich folk culture of Russia's past, including:Rituals for births, weddings, and funeralsLost codes of behaviorHoliday traditions and seasonal celebrations, and more!Who knows? Maybe the answers to some of your life's pressing issues are found in the age-long traditions explored in A Window to the Russian Soul.Find out by buying A Window to the Russian Soul today!About Nicholas KotarNicholas Kotar is the son of Russian immigrants who moved from Russia after the Revolution. He is an award-winning author of 7 epic fantasy books inspired by Slavic fairy tales, as well as 3 non-fiction books and a TV script that was looked at by Netflix. Nicholas is known for his translations of Russian fairy tales and is also an acclaimed storyteller, podcaster, and public speaker.

In the darkest of times... they shone brighter than the stars.Heroes for All Time is a heart-stirring glimpse into the mysterious land of Russia, where heroes and heroines emerge like bright lights in dark times to give their lives for God, Tsar, and country.Take a journey through a complex world filled with larger-than-life characters living out difficult lives in sometimes impossible circumstances. Meet Evdokia, Russia's real-life Cinderella. Read about Olga, the Viking Queen of surpassing beauty who united a fragile kingdom and avenged her husband's death with ruthless trickery. And discover how Alexander the Great won a place in the heart of the Russian people. Experience the sorrows and joys of many brave souls of Russian history who were determined to make a brighter future.If you enjoy history, legends, fairy tales, and adventure stories, you'll find a delightful mix of all of these in Heroes for All Time. Buy now before the price changes!About Nicholas Kotar¿Nicholas Kotar is the son of Russian immigrants who moved from Russia after the Revolution. He is an award-winning author of 7 epic fantasy books inspired by Slavic fairy tales, as well as 3 non-fiction books and a TV script that was looked at by Netflix. Nicholas is known for his translations of Russian fairy tales and is also an acclaimed storyteller, podcaster, and public speaker.

Writing in the tradition of biblical exegetes, such as St John Chrysostom and Blessed Theophylact of Bulgaria, the work of Archbishop Averky (Taushev) provides a commentary that is firmly grounded in the teaching of the Church, manifested in its liturgical hymnography and the works of the Holy Fathers.

He thought he was the chosen one, a warrior of the gods - but he had no idea that his god was a demon.After twenty years, Voran faces his deadly enemy, only to lose his home, his hope, and his love. With nothing left, he storms the country of the gods, demanding answers. But the only one who knows the way... is his greatest enemy, the Raven himself. Sabíana returns to her beleaguered city to find nothing but cowardice and vice. She can save her city, but is it even worth saving anymore? Adelaida received the gift of life, but she is in the middle of a hellish war and all the beauty and goodness she has ever known is being destroyed. To make matters worse, warriors all around her are dying, and suspicion is falling on her. Khaidu found her speech, but lost her purpose. Now, she must invade the land of the dead to find the last hope for the Three Lands. But at the end of all time, who will command the strength of the Powers? Who will sit in the Throne of the Gods?The Throne of the Gods is the fifth and final volume in the Raven Son series of epic fantasy books inspired by Russian fairy tales, described by readers as "The Lord of the Rings meets 1984." Get ready for a thrilling adventure filled with creative retellings of ancient myths, gorgeous worldbuilding, and complex characters. Buy now to begin your perilous journey into the magical world of The Throne of the Gods!

The Refuge is an exposition of the concrete actions we should take if we truly desire to live with and in God.

Metropolitan Anastasy was a leading figure of the Russian emigration following the Communist takeover of his country. These reflections are from his diary during the calamitous post-revolutionary period.

The sea swallowed her city. An enchantment stole her family. Now a dark god offers her salvation... for a terrible price.Lebía lives in paradise. Her husband and four children are her pride and joy. Years of war and plague have finally given way to peace and prosperity. Except her paradise is nothing but a lie, created by a dark Power who makes false worlds for his own insidious purposes.The World-maker gives Lebía one chance to save her family and her people. Thrust into a parallel world outside time, Lebía must find an ancient magic and unlock its power. But things are not as they seem in this strange world filled with walking nightmares and heroes from deepest legend. Whom can she trust? Who is her ally and who her hidden enemy?Finally she is faced with an impossible choice. To unlock the god's magic, she'll have to choose between herself and the life of her family.The Forge of the Covenant is the fourth book in the Raven Son epic fantasy series, a retelling of the dark Russian version of Sleeping Beauty and the ancient legend of Atlantis. If you like complex characters, gorgeous world-building, and creative twists on mythology, you'll love The Forge of the Covenant.Buy The Forge of the Covenant to continue the journey today!

"Blending European folklore and epic fantasy, Kotar is a brilliant new voice in speculative fiction!" - Miles Cameron, bestselling author of the Traitor Son CycleIn The Song of the Sirin, Voran, a young warrior of Vasyllia, seeks a miraculous cure for his dying city. As his quest falters, he is faced with an impossible question: what if the only way to save his world... is to let it be destroyed?In The Curse of the Raven, Llun, a swordmith with an artist's heart, forges an object of great power that can heal thousands... or lead to a war that will never end.In The Heart of the World, Khaidu, a crippled girl in a society with no place for the weak, plunges into the great struggle for the heart of the world. But can she find the strength to heal the world before it dies?Readers have called the Raven Son series "The Lord of the Rings meets 1984." If you enjoy traditional fantasy, cinematic world-building, and creative twists on mythology, you'll love Nicholas Kotar's sweeping tale.