Author : Jon Hill
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 31,32 MB
Release : 2022-05-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1645845044
Two lost souls in quiet desperation rediscover lost love in a chance meeting, more than a childhood crush. Mind you, Jack risks it all to be with our young Raven, through twists and turns, trial and tribulation, oh, and a few misfits along the way. Our young lovers are determined to be together no matter their fate.
Author : Cat Winters
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 22,95 MB
Release : 2019-04-16
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1683354869
A teenage Edgar Allan Poe attempts to escape the allure of his Muse in this YA novel—“a darkly delicious tale that’s sure to haunt readers forevermore” (Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author) Seventeen-year-old Edgar Poe counts down the days until he can escape his foster family—the wealthy Allans of Richmond, Virginia. He hungers for his upcoming life as a student at the prestigious new university, almost as much as he longs to marry his beloved Elmira Royster. However, on the brink of his departure, all of Edgar’s plans go awry when a macabre Muse named Lenore appears to him. Muses are frightful creatures that lead Artists down a path of ruin and disgrace, and no respectable person could possibly understand or accept them. But Lenore steps out of the shadows with one request: “Let them see me!”
Author : Jack Henseleit
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 45,12 MB
Release : 2018-09-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0316524689
The first book in a spooky new series for only the bravest of readers--perfect for fans of The Spiderwick Chronicles. Now in paperback! Siblings Anna and Max love scary stories, but when they find an enchanted knife on a dark and stormy night in Transylvania, truth becomes stranger than fiction. Suddenly, they find themselves dragged into a world of monsters and magic...a world where it soon becomes all too clear that vampires are not just a fairy tale. The first book in a spooky new series for only the bravest of readers--perfect for fans of The Spiderwick Chronicles. Now in paperback! And when Max mysteriously vanishes, it's up to Anna to find him. But can the siblings find a way to survive their own scary story? This deliciously creepy book is a modern Brothers Grimm tale, full of adventure and fun frights that will have readers jumping in their seats and ripping through the pages to find out what happens next.
Author : David Elliott
Publisher : HMH Books For Young Readers
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 40,24 MB
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 0358252113
Best-selling author David Elliott examines the timeless themes of balance, transformation, and restoration in this evocative tale about a girl who will stop at nothing to reverse a curse that turned her seven brothers into ravens. And these are the sons Of good Jack and good Jane The eldest is Jack And the next one is Jack And the third one's called Jack And the fourth's known as Jack And the fifth says he's Jack And they call the sixth Jack But the seventh's not Jack The seventh is Robyn And this is his story When Robyn and his brothers are turned into ravens through the work of an unlucky curse, a sister is their only hope to become human again. Though she's never met her brothers, April will stop at nothing to restore their humanity. But what about Robyn, who always felt a greater affinity to the air than to the earth-bound lives of his family? David Elliott's latest novel in verse explores the unintended consequences of our actions, no matter our intentions, and is filled with powerful messages teased from a Grimms' fairy tale. Stunning black-and-white illustrations throughout by Rovina Cai.
Author : Adam Gidwitz
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 16,57 MB
Release : 2010-10-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1101445289
In this mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm-inspired tales. As readers follow the siblings through a forest brimming with menacing foes, they learn the true story behind (and beyond) the bread crumbs, edible houses, and outwitted witches. Fairy tales have never been more irreverent or subversive as Hansel and Gretel learn to take charge of their destinies and become the clever architects of their own happily ever after.
Author : Nancy White Carlstrom
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,81 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781602231504
Raven and the other animals try to awaken the frozen river to the coming Alaskan springtime.
Author : Amy Campbell
Publisher : Amy Campbell
Page : 915 pages
File Size : 32,46 MB
Release : 2023-12-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1957816031
An outcast becomes a hero in this saga of wild magic and fierce loyalty on the untamed frontier. Dreamer Blaise Hawthorne, now settled in his chosen home, faces new challenges that threaten his dream of a peaceful life. As he confronts the lies of his past and seeks reconciliation with his mother, a band of magical desperadoes captures her. Joined by old friends, Blaise's journey across the frontier is fraught with danger and discovery. Meanwhile, Jefferson, his partner, grapples with his secret magic while navigating the treacherous political waters of his ambassadorship. Their paths intertwine in a desperate fight for freedom and the future of their burgeoning homeland. Persuader Vixen, an outlaw with a life built on lies, stands at the forefront of a looming conflict. As a hostile nation threatens her home, Vixen's only hope lies in a perilous mission into enemy territory. Blaise, battling his inner demons, joins her, only to face a powerful adversary and a betrayal that endangers their very mission. The fate of the land they love hangs in the balance, with Vixen, Blaise, and their allies forming the last line of defense against a catastrophic outcome. Featuring LGBTQ+ representation, compelling characters, and a narrative rich with emotion and adventure, Tales of the Outlaw Mages Volume 2 is an unforgettable journey where the most formidable magic is found in the strength of the human spirit and the courage to change the world.
Author : Amy Campbell
Publisher : Amy Campbell
Page : 887 pages
File Size : 50,67 MB
Release : 2023-12-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1957816015
An outcast becomes an outlaw in this tale of wild magic in an even wilder frontier. Breaker Blaise Hawthorne, a young man with untamed magic, dreams of a peaceful life as a baker. When an enemy Commander hunts for spellcasters, Blaise flees to a world of danger and new allies. After he befriends a pegasus and a surly gunslinger, Blaise stumbles across a town where he’s accepted. But when his newfound family is threatened by his old enemy, Blaise must harness his chaotic magic or risk losing everyone he holds dear. Effigest The saga continues as Blaise is imprisoned, his magic a weapon to be used against his will. Politician Malcolm Wells, entangled by love and responsibility for Blaise’s plight, battles to free him. As alliances shift and trust is earned, Blaise and Malcolm must navigate treachery and betrayal…because if they don’t, all the magic in the world won’t be enough for the nightmare to come. Tales of the Outlaw Mages Volume 1 blends fantasy and magic with the Old West to create a story unlike any other. Featuring diverse representation, compelling characters, and a narrative rich with emotion and adventure, it's a journey through a world where the most powerful magic comes from the heart. This is an omnibus edition.
Author : Jessie Fielden
Publisher : Balboa Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 25,6 MB
Release : 2012-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1452558043
In this hope-filled and poignant collection of fictional stories, Jessie Fielden offers readers a fresh interpretation of angelic intervention and assistance in the lives of humanity. As you read the stories, you will find the high-spirited and sometimes serious women are surprised at wisdom from unexpected sources. They discover that angels and nature spirits do exist and show up in their lives in unusual ways, providing maps for adventures of the heart and spirit. By this interaction, their lives are touched and forever altered. As their perception changes, they realize it is basically their own thoughts and actions that create their happiness and success. Whether you are new to esoteric philosophy or well-seasoned, you will find yourself entertained and identifying with the characters as they experience extraordinary and enlightening life challenges and rediscover the enchantment of everyday life.
Author : Anna E. Altmann
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 13,4 MB
Release : 2001-10-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0313009708
Altmann and de Vos are back with more great ideas for exploring contemporary reworkings of classic folk and fairy tales that appeal to teen readers. If you loved New Tales for Old (Libraries Unlimited, 1999), this new work will be sure to please. Following the same format, each story includes tale type numbers, motifs, and lists of reworkings arranged by genre, and suggestions for classroom extensions. INSIDE: Beauty and the Beast, Jack and the Beanstalk, Tam Lin, Thomas the Rhymer, and five fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen.
