Judith Wagner didn't want to talk to the dead, but the dead didn't really give her a say in the matter.

'Gladiator of Rome: Short Stories' will be a collection of short stories and bonus chapters around each of the main characters from the first novel in the trilogy; Gladiator of Rome. Each story will be a stand-alone tale and although some of the stories may take place within the time frame that the trilogy is set most of the stories will be focusing on the origins of each character and therefore not in the trilogy. Characters stories to be included, but not in order, are: Krista Lazarus Artorius Frieda Diomed Leonidas Cato

*Warning : If you haven't read Tightly Knit and Gunpowder and Cinnamon, go do that first!* Fred and Eleanor Weasley didn't plan on becoming parents so young but they never regretted a moment once they discovered that Eleanor was pregnant, shortly after their honeymoon. Once the little one was welcomed into the world, the two instantly fell in love and all their worries and fears were gone. Their only concerns remained with raising their daughter to be happy and enjoy everything life had to offer her. And that's exactly what Hope Weasley did. With a large supportive family and amazing friendships added to the mix, it's never a dull moment in Hope's life and she wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.

A Post- Revolutionary War Romance "I pray to God everyday that you do not hold bitterness in your sweet heart against my decision to fight, for it was as much for my own peace of mind as it is for the welfare and expansion of our modest, yet budding family. They and you deserve the world, my darling and I strive to make America a place in which our family’s future may be bright. I percieve that, if God is willing and kind, soon you will not be so desolate, love, for our little one is growing steadily inside your womb.By God, how I long to watch you swell with my child, to be there as our young family grows. I desire my wife, my darling, my love like no other and when I return, if I do, then I pray that any animosity you may still hold towards me will be forgotten." Follow the enchanting story of Patience Whiting and her doting husband, William on their struggle to cope with the events of the war and what they once had before it. The beauty in this story is its many points of views, time periods and forms. If you like uniformity, then this book is certainly not for you!

She never wanted anything more than to be loved, but providence had something else in store for the young Beatrice Fisher. Orphaned and then adopted by the Lee Family of Virginia, she looked to have a life filled with happiness, but when her friend Nathan Hale steps back into her life and the taxes spark the battles of Lexington and Concord, her life will never be the same. She finds herself at the epicenter of the British Empire when she agrees to spy for the Continental Commander George Washington and is almost swept off her feet by the handsome and charming John André. Her adventures don't cease with the Battle of Yorktown. Thrown back into regular life with haunting images of her past, Bea finds herself needing to settle down. With her dear friends embroiled in politics, Bea finds herself in a dizzying waltz in a brand new world filled with new faces and excitement, but can she find the one thing she wants most of all? Can she find love amid the scandal and frightening pace of her new life or will her greatest nightmare of being unloved and alone finally be realized?

Nearly two decades have passed since Krista and her band of gladiators won their freedom, but the empire is far from peaceful. The Colosseum still remains and with their escape scarring Rome's history, the emperor's hunger for power has never been greater. Extinguishing all attempts at rebellion, it is only a matter of time before the enslaved people of Gallia take a stand against their tormentors. Fearing another slave rebellion, the Emperor Trajan orders the legions of Rome to march on Gallia. * * * Born to two gladiator parents, Lazarus's dreams are filled with following in their footsteps and fighting upon the sands of the arena. With his trusted friend by his side, Lazarus will make the journey to Rome only to find his future of glory thrown into turmoil. The arrival of his parents in Rome has set off a chain of events that will test Lazarus's bravery and skills to the limit. With a new young commander threatening his loved ones, Lazarus must choose between a life of glory and a life of freedom. And with everything not being what it seems, can Lazarus make his parents proud or will he die trying? _________________________________________________________ Non est ad astra mollis e terris via. There is no easy way from the earth to the stars. __________________________________________________________ Book 3 of the Gladiator series. All Rights Reserved. Photos belong to their original owners.

She defied an empire. * * * * Five months after Krista and her band of gladiators delivered a swift and humiliating defeat to the Roman army, Krista has become the leader of a slave rebellion that travels across Rome, freeing slaves from their chains and killing their masters. Their numbers are growing vast as people flock to their cause. But in order to destroy her enemy Krista must become like them, placing a strain on her relationship with those she loves the most. Meanwhile, back in Rome, the Empress is devising her own plans for a swift victory as she conscripts vast legions from across the empire and calls on 'The Destroyer'. With a terrifying record of more than fifty bouts; no losses or draws, he is arguably the greatest Gladiator ever to have lived. But as war starts to loom a new enemy shall present itself to Krista. One that is more deadly than Rome itself and threatens to take the very thing that matters most to the Gladiatrix. **** Treachery, murder and lies are only a few of the things Krista will have to navigate as she searches for who she is, and all she can become if she is to succeed. . . . . as all roads lead to Rome, and a war that will shape the world. ________________________________________________________ Deos Fortioribus adese - The gods are on the side of the stronger ________________________________________________________ Book 2 of the Gladiator series and sequel to 'Gladiator of Rome'. All Rights Reserved.

Crystal Erwin is known as the Daughter of the Games; the child born in the arena. She's been told her entire life that her real father is dead. However, when her friend pulls out an old Hunger Games tape, Crystal realizes that her mom has been lying to her. It becomes her mission to find her real father. But what she doesn't realize is that Luke Corwin is a monster, who strives for power over anything. Finding Luke will restart an old Panem tradition, altering Crystal-and all of Panem-forever.

The big six- plus a few other well known characters- meet at a summer camp created to help gifted teens prepare to protect the ungifted. Jack, Flynn, Hiccup, Merida, Rapunzel, Elsa, and Hans are separated into companies according to their talents; but will this separation cause trouble? And what happens when a dark and evil villain yearns to cause sadness and strife? All friendships and relationships will be tested in this twisted and turned journey of love, hate, and loss. (I wrote this a long time ago and still need to revise it so be patient haha! xx)

*SEQUEL TO MISSION IMPOSSIBLE* Life couldn't be better. Jack and Elsa finally graduated high school. They've conquered the most dangerous villain of all time. Pitch Black has been vanquished and all of his minions are dead thanks to them. They are now the most well known partnership in the world of secret agents. However, while this fame and praise may sound grand, it isn't. A success at this magnitude does not go unnoticed. There will always be people opposing goodness. There will always be a dark force ready to extinguish the burning flames of light.