Most Popular Books by Ralph TEdesco

A mysterious illness befalls a high school cheerleader while her caring stepmother stays home to tend to her. But when a heinous act of betrayal is revealed, one person knows such actions can never go unpunished as a journey into Grimm Fairy Tales begins... A beautiful princess becomes the envy of her aging step-mother and nothing will stop the jealous Queen from remaining the most beautiful woman in the land. But when her jealousy is taken too far the Queen finds that the wrath coming her way is unlike anything she could have ever imagined.

The Nightstalker begins in present day Philadelphia where a serial killer is leaving behind a gruesome trail of dismembered victims. Ted Banks, a young hot-shot journalist with a knack for digging up the truth, is assigned to cover the story. But his instinct tells him there''s more to these murders than what meets the eye and he''s determined to find out what exactly it is.

A small time drug dealer hustles in order to take his wife and daughter out of a bad neighborhood but when he steps on the toes of a local gang leader he realizes that the life of his family is in danger. And the only refuge he might find is through a fairy tale. Jack''s family is starving and he does the only thing he knows in order to solve the problem, he sells their last cow for... magic beans!? But when the beans in fact prove to be enchanted, Jack finds more treasure than he would ever need. Has his luck changed for the best or will his newfound greed prove to be fatal?

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Horror returns to comics with Zenescope Entertainment''s frightening and fun Grimm Tales of Terror Anthology! From the classic literature of Poe and Hawthorne to modern day urban legends, this series re-imagines the creepy stories you know and love for a new generation of readers! Keres, the goddess of death, loves to punish those who she deems deserving of her wrath, and many unsuspecting people who cross her path are about to learn a harsh lesson about morality. This gorgeous 300 page hardcover collects 13 issues of one of the best comic book horror titles currently on shelves!

Zenescope''s Grimm Fairy Tales has quickly become one of the most intriguing and best selling comic books in the world. By exploring a much darker side of the infamous fables you heard as a child these classic tales are retold and re-imagined with a terrifying twist you''ll simply love as an adult! From Snow White to Goldilocks, from Jack and the beanstalk to the Pied Piper - Zenescope presents six classic fables with six incredible endings that will leave readers craving more!

When Edward finally moved away from his abusive home life, he thought he had escaped the cycle of violence that was his life. But when his younger brother dies, Edward must come back to the one place where he thought he would never return. Now as Edward faces the monster who ruined his life, he will learn that sometimes the apple doesn''t fall far from the tree. Zenescope''s entire Beauty and the Beast story arc is collected together for the first time! Collecting Grimm Myths & Legends issues 12 through 15 and Grimm Fairy Tales issues 13 and 14.

The Three Billy Goats Gruff A young boy who is tormented by the school bully learns that sometimes you have to stand up for yourself and fight back, even if it''s a fight you can''t win. But he''s not the only person to learn a valuable lesson from the story. Sela herself learns that things aren''t always as they appear to be and that one person can make a difference in the world if they have the courage to try

Little Ms. Muffet. Sela''s change in attitude has spawned something she never saw coming as she receives a visit from the powerful being that granted her powers. The beautiful and mysterious heroine finds herself pulled directly into the very same world she''s summoned so many others into. Now it''s time for the teacher to learn a lesson of her own and to make a choice that will affect not only her future but the lives of those who will need her.

Two beautiful sisters compete for the attention of the hottest guy at school. When he chooses one over the other a nasty fight erupts between the two siblings, threatening to shatter their sisterly bond. A trip to the world of Grimm Fairy Tales teaches them that blood is literally thicker than water.

The power Genies wield is legendary. Who wouldn''t want to have all their deepest desires granted by a wish? But if that power fell into the wrong hands it could spell disaster for the entire world. Now, someone is taking the power of the genies for their own evil designs and it''s up to Skye to find out who and stop them before they can use it.

When Sela encounters a couple who makes their living hustling people out of their life savings, it''s time for her to step in and teach them a lesson... The beautiful Rapunzel doesn''t let her hair down for just for any man; she lets it down for every man! And she''s leading the love-struck fools directly into a horrible trap. But like the old saying goes "Love is Blind" and sometimes the people you care about the most are the ones you can trust the least.

A young girl is desperate to escape an abusive relationship before it''s too late and a meeting with her professor, Sela, might provide her a way out... When a young man is transformed into a hideous beast he is granted a short time to change his ways and reverse the curse, but can he overcome his abusive mindset or will his rage consume him and ruin any chance he has at redemption? Part 1 of a 2 issue story arc.

There are bystander reports of “monstrous” winged creatures attacking South Philadelphia residents in the middle of the night and Skye’s book summons Skye to investigate the nearby incident. She soon learns that the creatures very well could be gargoyles coming to life at night to terrorize local residents, and she needs to find out how to stop them before more lives are taken.

The retelling the classic and enchanting story of Cinderella with a terrifying twist. Our heroin longs to escape the physical and mental torment of her cruel step mother and seeks vengeance for the years of torture she''s endured. On the very same night a Prince is choosing his bride to be, a mysterious stranger promises to grant Cinderella all of her wishes in exchange for one shocking thing.

In a small town in South Carolina something evil stalks the night taking a reptilian form. The legend of the Lizard Man is well known to the locals and these tales bring Skye to town to solve the mystery. But the truth she finds behind the legend may be more than her powers as the new guardian can overcome. Grimm Fairy Tales presents a brand new take of the classic fairy tale the Princess and the Frog.

Bloody Mary… Bloody Mary… Bloody Mary As the legend goes, if you say those words 3 times while looking in the bathroom mirror, the ghost of Bloody Mary will appear behind you. But what happens when an innocent ghost story becomes much more real? The new horror anthology series from Zenescope Entertainment continues with the tale of Bloody Mary!

Fairy Tales and Fables have been passed down from generation to generation throughout the world for hundreds of years. But there has never been an adaptation quite like this! Can an undefeated mixed martial arts fighter swallow his pride to help a friend who has betrayed him? Can a killer stop his obsession, or will the tables be turned back on him? Will a conman who has married for money realize that there are certain people you just shouldn''t attempt to betray? From classic fairy tales such as The Lion and the Mouse, The Ugly Duckling, The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs, and more, Zenescope presents six new fairy tales retold and re-imagined with incredible new twists that will leave readers craving more!

Spending the majority of their time getting high and committing random crimes, three slackers soon find themselves taken on a nightmare journey with their impromptu guide, Sela Mathers. After continuous run-ins with people who refuse to heed her advice, Sela has decided to start using more drastic measures. With the help of the Big Bad Wolf, Sela makes her most unforgettable impression by showing the three friends that certain people don''t deserve a second chance.

For over two hundred years the powerful stories of the Brothers Grimm have enchanted millions around the world, but there has never been an adaptation as intriguing or provocative as this. Grimm Fairy Tales Volume 1 explores a much darker side of the infamous fables you heard as a child as these classic tales are retold and re-imagined with a terrifying twist you''ll simply love as an adult. Red Riding Hood is forced to confront the insatiable hunger of a terrifying beast; Cinderella seeks a shocking vengeance for the years of torture she''s endured; Hansel & Gretel realize that the problems they left behind at home are nothing compared to the horror that awaits them on their ill-advised journey; A desperate girl makes a deal with the hideous Rumpelstiltskin only to find she may lose much more than she ever imagined; Sleeping Beauty learns that narcissism can be a very gruesome trait to possess and an envious sister finds her extreme measures to capture the man of her dreams may lead to much worse than just heartbreak from the Robber Bridegroom. Collects Grimm Fairy Tales issues #1-6.

Ted Banks continues his investigation into the increasingly disturbing ''Nightstalker'' killings. Suspecting the involvement of a satanic cult, Banks'' takes his theory to the police where it falls on deaf ears. After following a tip from a mysterious stranger, Banks'' suspicions are confirmed as he finds a chilling link between these gruesome events and an all too similar series of unsolved ritualistic murders...Murders which occurred exactly 100 years ago.

Zenescope presents the company’s popular annual Holiday Special with brand new tales of terror set during the most joyous time of the year. Too bad for some, Krampus has returned to wreak havoc on those who might not deserve a happy holiday! Don''t miss out on what has become one of the most anticipated yearly offerings from the comic company that does horror best!

When a young bride experiences trust issues with her husband she enlists the help of a private investigator. When evidence points to an affair she begins to assume the absolute worst case scenario never stopping to realize that curiosity killed the cat. Will the lesson she learns help her overcome her jealousy before it''s too late? Another incredible Zenescope twist on the Brothers Grimm fable "Bluebeard".

Zenescope Entertainment returns with their terrifyingly frightening anthology series, Grimm Tales of Terror Volume 3! From classic horror stories to modern day urban legends, this series re-imagines the creepy tales you know and love for a new generation of readers! Keres, the goddess of death, loves to punish those who she deems deserving of her wrath, and many unsuspecting people who cross her path are about to learn a harsh lesson about morality.

Robyn and Liesel learn that they’re each separately on the trail of a seedy crime boss who’s experimenting on humans while developing an extremely dangerous designer drug. But neither Robyn nor Liesel is prepared for what they’ll uncover as the two long-time friends find themselves face to face in an epic battle to the death!

The Age of Darkness has descended upon the Grimm Universe! All hell is about to break loose as the Dark Horde prepares to wage war on Earth. The evil Dark Queen has risen again and now the table is set as she will set in motion a plan that will have terrifying and lasting ramifications on the Grimm Universe. This 160-page trade paperback collects all of the Grimm Fairy Tales issues that lead directly into the landmark Grimm Fairy Tales #100 storyline! Included are the Grimm Fairy Tales #0 Free Comic Book Day Edition, Grimm Fairy Tales 2014 Annual, Grimm Fairy Tales 2014 Giant-Sized Edition, Grimm Fairy Tales Realm Knights Age of Darkness One-Shot, Grimm Fairy Tales #99, and Grimm Fairy Tales #100!

In an alternate world called The Ether, a werewolf hunter named Lukas tracks down a mob outfit whose leader is a Lycan named Cain. After Lukas teams with a monster hunting newbie named Marna, the duo is able to locate their target. But an unexpected turn of events reveals that nothing is quite what it seems.

It’s a race against time as Van Helsing and Igor hunt for Robyn before she drinks human blood thus turning her into a vampire forever.

After a daring escape Eve and Franklin are on the run from the Specters but with a bad tire, they don’t know how far they’ll get. Eve must think quickly in order to save their lives and comes up with a bold but extremely dangerous idea to lure some Primals into the mix as a distraction.

The hit list grows as more members of the Brown House Bishops fall to a mysterious crew of assassins. But a monkey wrench is thrown into the mix as Rian continues to play with fire. The mesmerizing and fast-paced action/thriller series from Zenescope Entertainment continues!

The finale is here! Liesel fears her attempt to cure Robyn with Igor’s antidote may have failed. Meanwhile time is running out as Von plans to take his criminal empire beyond Brooklyn as his army of vampires continues to grow rapidly. Is all lost or can Liesel form a plan to save her friend and New York all in a matter of one night?

The first ever Grimm Halloween special arrives as the classic story of the Monkey''s Paw is retold with a terrifying Zenescope twist you''ll love! A couple is granted one wish for their dreams to finally come true only to have that wish turn into a complete nightmare. Now Sela must try to stop Belinda''s act of evil before more lives are destroyed.

Sela Mather''s epic journey through the realm of Myst reaches its pinnacle as she struggles to find her way back home to Earth and find her kidnapped daughter. Now that she has left Limbo, Sela must use her power as a guardian to right wrongs and fight to take back Myst from the hands of evil. However, nothing is as easy as it seems as Sela finds herself against not just one foe but an entire team of villains out to destroy her. Collects Grimm Fairy Tales #71-75.

The back story of Jordan Hale is revealed as are his reasons for going after the Brown House Bishops. Meanwhile, with Rian having been near impossible to control, Cody calls a rare meeting to sort out the situation. Brown House''s top dog, Thorne, gets some information that might just expose Hale''s crew of assassins.

The first arc of Robyn Hood''s ongoing series comes to its shocking climax! As the villainous Priest brings his soul gathering ritual to its close, Robyn and Marian race to stop him in the abandoned subways of Manhattan. Joined by Allen, a mysterious man with a dark link to the Cabal, and Peter, a conspiracy theorist with his own agenda, does this team stand a chance against this ancient evil?

The brand new LITTLE MERMAID story arc is collected here for the first time! An orphan teen has spent her life alone unsure of her own mysterious past. When her secret is revealed she will discover an evil within that even she may not be able to control. Make sure to pick up the hottest new Grimm Fairy Tales series from Zenescope Entertainment! Collecting Myths and Legends Issues 8-11 as well as the original Little Mermaid story featured in the classic Grimm Fairy Tales issues 25 and 26.

Hawkins is hot on the trail of his final two bounties but first needs to get past the beautiful and tough as nails town sheriff, Risa Keller. When Hawk agrees to let Risa tag along, he finds out quickly that he''s glad she did as the two find themselves in the fight of their lives against a pair of beings that simply cannot be of this world. Do not miss issue #2 of the supernatural action series that combines the tone of 28 Days Later with the intensity of Aliens. They needed a new species in order to survive... They just found us.

New Orleans has long been synonymous with voodoo and black magic. Ghosts are often seen haunting the graveyards and streets without doing anyone harm but now for some reason they’ve turned deadly. The Spirit Hunter’s team has been called in to find out why and they soon learn that the dead of spirit realm are most dangerous when they are controlled by the living.

Years ago, detective Jerome Ferguson was on a case that took a turn for the supernatural, permanently changing the way he viewed life, or the lack thereof. Now years later that same case has come back to haunt him, in the most literal sense. In this all-new terrifying story, the Spirit Hunters investigate a gruesome mystery at a haunted condo.