'Jack reached into his coat and retrieved a rolled up piece of parchment. He spread the sheet out on the table top for Emera to see, smirking slightly as her eyes widened in astonishment. On the parchment was a sketch of the treasure they were seeking. It was no ordinary bejeweled mask.' - Short story about what happens before Curse of the Black Pearl. Sequel to Welcome to Tortuga.

'He was the only person that was cut out for the job of being Jack Sparrow. That was the reason why he had a hold on Emera's heart. And it was also the reason why she was blindly charging to his rescue in the middle of the night.' Third installment. Follows "Pirates: The Golden Masque." Takes place before "Curse of the Black Pearl."

' "Miss Flint, please, one drink. As a peace offering. I know a wonderful tavern not far from here." He offered his arm to her. She studied him for a moment. Emera didn't trust this man as far as she could spit. He had trouble written all across his face. But there was something compelling about him too.' - A short story about what I imagine happens before Curse of the Black Pearl.