"Full of everything I love: a sparkling and fully realized heroine, an intricate and deadly system of magic, and a searing romance that kept me reading long into the night." -Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses series Bound as one, to love, honor, or burn. A tale of witchcraft and forbidden love, perfect for fans of Kendare Blake and Victoria Aveyard. The first two books in Shelby Mahurin's bestselling fantasy trilogy are now available in this beautifully packaged paperback box set-a treasure for fans to add to their collection and the perfect gift to readers looking for a new series. This box set of Serpent & Dove and Blood & Honey paperbacks is a binge-friendly way to enjoy the first two books of Shelby Mahurin's stunning debut fantasy series of forbidden love. Makes a great gift! Don't miss Gods & Monsters, the spellbinding conclusion of this epic trilogy, coming July 2021!

From Alice Hemming, the bestselling author of The Midnight Unicorn, comes an exciting unicorn fairytale in the Dark Unicorns series. If you thought you'd heard every fairy tale, then think again... Long ago, a cruel winter plagued the land and people started to mysteriously disappear. A girl called Violet heard all the stories and the rumours that an evil unicorn was behind it all. Years later, when a terrible winter descends once more. Violet's True Love, Nicolas, goes missing. Realising that the old stories must be true, Violet embarks on a risky journey to the far North, not only leaving behind her home but her family and wealth too. The journey will push her to her limits, yet she will also find help, friendship and comfort in the most unlikely places. And one thing is for sure: Nicolas is out there and he needs Violet's help. But how long will he survive in the bitter cold of winter? Enchanting dark fairy tales with magical unicorns, fearsome villains and inspiring heroines Perfect for fans of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief Great for people who love fairy tales, Disney and unicorns DARK UNICORNS - COLLECT THEM ALL! The Midnight Unicorn Paperback eBook The Darkest Unicorn Paperback eBook The Cursed Unicorn Paperback eBook The Blazing Unicorn Paperback eBook The Frozen Unicorn Paperback eBook

Many years ago, when the world was still young, Nuwa was the only person on Earth. She was very happy playing with the fish and the birds, but she longed for someone she could talk to. Then one day, Nuwa found a way to create a friend. And when this new little person said, "Hello!", something magical began to happen . . . An uplifting story about the importance of communication, based on the Chinese creation myth. Written and playfully illustrated in bold, neon colour throughout by the creator of Rabbit Bright, Viola Wang.

Take in the knowledge and wisdom of a wise old oak tree as he shares with beautiful illustrations, science facts and folk tales what he has learned in his 500 years on earth. My arms stretch out all day long. I can be climbed, but I'm not a mountain. What am I? I am Oakheart, the oldest tree in the forest! Did you know that trees can talk to each other? Or that the oldest living thing is a tree? Let the ancient and mysterious Oakheart, the oldest and wisest tree in the forest, lead you through this enchanting guide to trees. In The Secret Life of Trees, Oakheart the Brave shares his own experiences as well as what he has heard on the wind and the things whispered to him by animals over his long life, beginning with his start as a tiny acorn buried underground by a mouse. Learn all about: How trees grow and survive The different parts of trees, inside and out, and what they do The many different types of forests and trees of the world The tallest, oldest, biggest and widest trees The creatures and organisms that depend on trees Why trees are so important to humans Tips on how to help trees thrive Tree folklore from around the world This collection of delightful traditional stories and engaging facts will impart a love of nature, and inspire you to look after the world around you. Whimsical and detailed illustrations have pride of place in magical tales that mix natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book that you will pore over time and again.

Danyana "Yana" Morneen, the only child of a widowed cobbler, has always wondered why the forest seems so sad. Dark and lifeless, it sits on the outskirts of town, never producing the lush greenness she longs for. As Yana explores the secrets of the forest, she tries in vain to keep an admirer's advances at bay.

Many women in the village desire Nicolas Vanlock, the wealthy, handsome son of a local merchant, but he only has eyes for Yana. For as long as she can remember, Nicolas has been trying to force himself into her life, and now he desires marriage. But Yana knows that her destiny does not lie with Nicolas.

As she ventures further into the forest and its secrets, Yana discovers a lush, hidden estate in the very heart of the woods and is surrounded by magic she cannot comprehend. Her visits to the property's garden of roses become more frequent, and she becomes aware of a presence in the dilapidated old mansion. Nicolas fears he is losing his true love to another, and he begins a relentless campaign to claim Yana's heart.

If Nicolas has his way, Yana will never be allowed to enter the enchanted forest again .

My First Reading Book. This is an illustrated first reading book in a large, fun format - ideal for use in show-and-tell. Janet Brown's fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to youngsters, with appropriate vocabulary for those who are learning to read by themselves. Interactive pages and an odd-one-out puzzle at the back of the book encourage literacy and observation. It is an enchanting retelling of a timeless fairy tale, with bright and imaginative paintings by Ken Morton. Gepetto the woodcarver longs to have a son. One day, he makes himself a wooden puppet in the shape of a boy, which he calls Pinocchio. That night, while Gepetto is sleeping, a fairy brings Pinocchio to life. He is still made from wood, but the fairy promises that he can become a boy if he remains honest, brave and unselfish. Will Pinocchio succeed...? This classic story is retold for a new generation. It is illustrated with engaging images throughout, and uses simple vocabulary and familiar language that children can easily follow and enjoy.

In a person's life they find themselves in memorable situations that bring them close to others. Some of my most memorable moments occurred with all my grandchildren when I was able to share time with them through these stories. The memorable times occurred in telling them stories about Silver Eagle's adventures. The stories would develop during the telling and of course after the particular adventure was over the discussions continued with them and what Silver Eagle was going to do on his next adventure. The story telling produced immediate reaction from the grandchildren from hiding under the covers to falling asleep when the fifth word was out of my mouth. But in all cases the story telling was always requested before bedtime.

It is the great memories of the shared times and the encouragement of the grandchildren, children and my wonderful wife, Mary, that I have begun to write some of the stories. Hopefully they can be enjoyed by all children.

The goal of printing this book is to encourage and excite all children to open their minds through reading and enjoy what the mind does in creating images as the stories unfold. I hope that your time reading these short adventures of "Silver Eagle, the Legend" is enjoyable and a start to the reading of all the great books, novels and stories both fiction and non-fiction that will be your eyes to the world.

Aimed at children 5 plus, this beautifully illustrated classic fairytale can be read cover to cover and has a traditional pop-up element to enjoy. But, shine a light on the pop-up, and a fascinating shadow is cast. Each shadow is part of the story and can become a talking point between parent and child, making story time a truly interactive. Go on a magical adventure with this beautifully illustrated pop-up shadow story. Shine a light at each pop-up and a mysterious shadow is created that takes the story forward. Young children can enjoy the interactivity of using a torch as an adult reads the story. The shadow makes a great talking point that enhances the experience. The first in this new series retells the classic story of Little Red Riding Hood. There are more to come from this series which will inspire young children to interact with and imagine beyond the worlds of their storybooks. This will in turn help to create confident and happy young readers. So why buy this book? * Beautiful artwork. * Makes story time interactive. * Intriguing shadow effect. *Delightful gift.

After a summer spent trying to prevent a catastrophic war among the Greek gods, Percy Jackson finds his seventh-grade school year unnervingly quiet. His biggest problem is dealing with his new friend, Tyson―a six-foot-three, mentally challenged homeless kid who follows Percy everywhere, making it hard for Percy to have any “normal” friends.

But things don’t stay quiet for long. Percy soon discovers there is trouble at Camp Half-Blood: the magical borders which protect Half-Blood Hill have been poisoned by a mysterious enemy, and the only safe haven for demigods is on the verge of being overrun by mythological monsters. To save the camp, Percy needs the help of his best friend, Grover, who has been taken prisoner by the Cyclops Polyphemus on an island somewhere in the Sea of Monsters, the dangerous waters Greek heroes have sailed for millennia―only today, the Sea of Monsters goes by a new name…the Bermuda Triangle.

Now Percy and his friends―Grover, Annabeth, and Tyson―must retrieve the Golden Fleece from the Island of the Cyclopes by the end of the summer or Camp Half-Blood will be destroyed. But first, Percy will learn a stunning new secret about his family―one that makes him question whether being claimed as Poseidon’s son is an honor or simply a cruel joke.

Make the mythology of Ancient Egypt come to life for young readers through engaging stories and dramatic photos and illustrations. Discover the gods and goddesses behind the myths and the powers they used to control and change the world. There's Ra, the sun god who created the world, and Osiris, the god of the dead and ruler of the underworld, plus many more. Sidebars, facts and infographics help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of Ancient Egypt.