Silence the Siren
Huntress Ro LeF癡vre is hired to hunt the sirens who have been sinking the king of Angleterre's ships, and in turn, vast amounts of his wealth. All who have gone before her have failed. Fleeing heartbreak, Ro gladly accepts, but there's just one problem. The king will credit the Marquis de la Val癡re, and no other women are allowed on the voyage. Ro will just see about that. Hiring an all-female pirate crew without the king's knowledge, Ro hopes they will follow her to the Caribbean, not take the gold and flee. But when Ro is plunged deep into the ocean by the siren she's being paid to kill, presented the sirens' side of the story at knife point, and pressed to join them or die, Ro must decide whether to complete her mission, join the sirens, or something in between. Before the sirens sink the ship full of men above.
Reborn
Rowen Pentagan a life long vegetarian, on the eve of her eighteen birthday she eats of the flesh and her whole life changes.In 'To Honour and Disobey' Ekaterina Seneslav. lays dying of the plague only to awaken in a coffin. Escaping she finds her life has drastically changed and her long lost love, Luka Kalderas (whom she thought had has rescued her) is not what he appears.
Der Weihnachtsfund
Im roten L繹wen, dem Gasthaus am Ort, erwarten alle die Heilige Zeit. Zu Beginn des 19. Jahrhunderts. Am Vorabend vor dem Fest gibt es Geschenke f羹rs Personal. Die Herrschaften gehen zur Kirche. Vorfreude auf das Weihnachtsfest. Dann ger瓣t das St瓣dtchen in Aufruhr. Ein neugeborener S瓣ugling wird gefunden. Die Familie des armen Schusters, vor deren T羹r das Findelkind lag, nimmt sich des Kindes an. Viele nehmen Anteil. - Eine Geschichte 羹ber wahre Werte und Menschlichkeit.
Cone Transformed
Twenty-One Episodes from the Remarkable Life of Doctor Ephrastus Cone Medieval Metaphysician & Conjuror as recorded by Bob Heman
Newbia 2
They came for me before they were supposed to, hoping I would fulfill my destiny. From love to war, we fight to stay alive. I am their seed.I belong to them!MANY HAVE COME FOR ME!!Only to discover traitors and myths; to legends and truths, that I am a part of.Allow your mind to consume the evolutional explanation, as I share with you the rest of my chronicles through the unknown. My name is Nyria, and I welcome you back to the realm of NEWBIA
Women Writing Wonder
Critical anthology of fairy tales by nineteenth-century British, French, and German women writers. Women Writing Wonder: An Anthology of Subversive Nineteenth-Century British, French, and German Fairy Tales is a translation and critical edition that fills a current gap in fairy-tale scholarship by making accessible texts written by nineteenth-century British, French, and German women authors who used the genre of the fairy tale to address issues such as class, race, and female agency. These shared themes crossed national borders are due to both communication among these writers and changes in nineteenth-century European societies that similarly affected women in Western Europe. In effect, the combined texts reveal a common, transnational tradition of fairy tales by women writers who grapple with gender, sexual, social, and racial issues in a post-French Revolution Europe. The anthology provides insight into the ways the fairy tale served as a vehicle for women writers--often marginalized and excluded from more official or public genres--to engage in very serious debates. Women Writing Wonder, divided into three parts by country, features tales that depict relationships that cross class and racial divides, thus challenging normative marriage practices; critically examine traditional fairy-tale tropes, such as "happily ever after" and the need for a woman to marry; challenge the perception that fairy-tale collecting, editing, and creation was male work, associated particularly with the Grimms; and demonstrate the role of women in the development of the emerging field of children's literature and moral tales. Through their tales, these women question, among other issues, the genre of the fairy tale itself, playing with the conventional fairy-tale narrative to compose their proto-feminist tales.By bringing these tales together, editors and translators Julie L. J. Koehler, Shandi Lynne Wagner, Anne E. Duggan, and Adrion Dula hope both to foreground women writers' important contributions to the genre and to challenge common assumptions about what a fairy tale is for scholars, students, and general readers.
Women Writing Wonder
Critical anthology of fairy tales by nineteenth-century British, French, and German women writers. Women Writing Wonder: An Anthology of Subversive Nineteenth-Century British, French, and German Fairy Tales is a translation and critical edition that fills a current gap in fairy-tale scholarship by making accessible texts written by nineteenth-century British, French, and German women authors who used the genre of the fairy tale to address issues such as class, race, and female agency. These shared themes crossed national borders are due to both communication among these writers and changes in nineteenth-century European societies that similarly affected women in Western Europe. In effect, the combined texts reveal a common, transnational tradition of fairy tales by women writers who grapple with gender, sexual, social, and racial issues in a post-French Revolution Europe. The anthology provides insight into the ways the fairy tale served as a vehicle for women writers--often marginalized and excluded from more official or public genres--to engage in very serious debates. Women Writing Wonder, divided into three parts by country, features tales that depict relationships that cross class and racial divides, thus challenging normative marriage practices; critically examine traditional fairy-tale tropes, such as "happily ever after" and the need for a woman to marry; challenge the perception that fairy-tale collecting, editing, and creation was male work, associated particularly with the Grimms; and demonstrate the role of women in the development of the emerging field of children's literature and moral tales. Through their tales, these women question, among other issues, the genre of the fairy tale itself, playing with the conventional fairy-tale narrative to compose their proto-feminist tales.By bringing these tales together, editors and translators Julie L. J. Koehler, Shandi Lynne Wagner, Anne E. Duggan, and Adrion Dula hope both to foreground women writers' important contributions to the genre and to challenge common assumptions about what a fairy tale is for scholars, students, and general readers.
Faeries of the Faultlines
"Iris Compiet is the rarest of artist: That who invokes a complete and cohesive reality with every image she creates. Beautiful, powerful and contemplative all at once." -- Guillermo Del Toro Let me tell you about Faeries, let me take you away on a journey, an adventure. The Faultlines is an ancient name given to those places where the veil between this world and the Other is thinnest. It is the place where faeries dwell, creatures creep, and magic oozes through the cracks. Recently the Faultlines have been stirring, opening up to all who wish to see, and to all who dare to venture... This edited, expanded edition of Faeries of the Faultlines includes the complete original documentation from the greenmen to mermaids, with expanded sections and many more faeries to meet!
Contes lyriques et merveilleux - Volume 1
Ce recueil de neuf contes merveilleux, valid矇s jeunesse d癡s l'璽ge de 8 ans par la CSCPJ du Minist癡re de la Justice (Commission de S矇curit矇 et de Contr繫le des Publications pour la Jeunesse), est une invitation au voyage, ? la r礙verie et ? la r矇flexion sur des th矇matiques universelles et contemporaines, tant繫t des 矇motions (par exemple la col癡re), tant繫t des valeurs g矇n矇rales (par exemple le courage ou la diff矇rence et le regard de l'autre). Les jeunes adultes et les adultes amateurs de contes, de merveilleux et de po矇sie appr矇cieront 矇galement la lecture de ces contes qui, s'ils sont 矇crits pour 礙tre ? la port矇e d'un jeune public, ne sont pas enfantins pour autant. Et vous ? Accompagnerez-vous griffons, dragons, licornes, sir癡nes, kitsunes et autres cr矇atures dans leurs voyages ou leurs qu礙tes sem矇s d'emb羶ches, mais aussi teint矇s de lyrisme ? Petits ou grands, n'attendez plus et d矇couvrez ces histoires in矇dites, 矇crites par un auteur fran癟ais que vous pouvez facilement croiser au d矇tour d'un salon ou d'un festival tout le long de l'ann矇e ! Le d矇tail des neuf contes pr矇sent矇s dans ce recueil: Gurifin et l'ode ? la Lune: ? travers un voyage po矇tique et sem矇 d'emb羶ches, le griffon Gurifin part en qu礙te de celle qui fait battre son coeur: la Lune. Le Seigneur noir de Lokarith: d矇rang矇 dans sa sieste par un groupe de chasseurs humains, le dragon noir Ragna簿th entend leur faire passer l'envie de recommencer... Kallow禱n et la fl羶te enchant矇e: Kallow禱n, un satyre ch矇tif aux jambes tordues, est martyris矇 par ses semblables. La d矇couverte d'une myst矇rieuse fl羶te va lui permettre d'exprimer les sentiments qu'il garde enfouis au plus profond de son coeur... La Sir癡ne et l'Hippocampe: pi矇g矇e dans une faille sous-marine, la jeune sir癡ne Margygr est secourue par Mahrajan, un vieil hippocampe sage et solitaire... La Licorne du Val d'Ambre: la licorne ?quina禱 pensait passer une journ矇e paisible au bord de son lac pr矇f矇r矇, mais l'irruption soudaine de Damoiselle L矇ane, la fille unique du baron local, lui offre une aventure in矇dite. Insatiable Aglaop矇e: les sir癡nes du Cap Parth矇nope, r矇put矇es pour leur voracit矇, sont les cr矇atures les plus craintes de la r矇gion. Aglaop矇e, Ligi矇pie et Pisiph癡me parviendront-elles ? pr矇server l'unit矇 de la famille apr癡s la d矇couverte d'un nouveau mets succulent ? Kainuchi et la Montagne des F矇es: ? l'occasion de l'obtention de sa cinqui癡me queue, le kitsune Kainuchi doit relever le d矇fi impos矇 par son clan: partir ? la recherche de la l矇gendaire Montagne des F矇es et ramener une preuve de son succ癡s. La Centauresse de Lynbethil: plus petite et plus faible que les autres centaures de son clan, Narya passe pour une demi-portion... Mais suffit-il d'礙tre grand et fort pour saisir l'essence du mot courage ? Hydralune: quand on a neuf t礙tes, ce n'est pas toujours facile de faire des choix... Ce n'est pas la terrible Hydralune, quotidiennement confront矇e ? l'h矇sitation et ? l'ind矇cision, qui dira le contraire ! Ils en parlent: ✭✭✭✭✭ Le plaisir et la d矇couverte sont au rendez-vous ? chaque nouvelle histoire. J'ai vraiment pass矇 un tr癡s bon moment de lecture aupr癡s d'une belle plume ! Les chemins de la fantasy✭✭✭✭✭ Mes 矇l癡ves ont ador矇 et 矇taient tr癡s enthousiastes dans leurs travaux. Christine, enseignante en classe de 6癡✭✭✭✭✭ J'aurais bien continu矇 ? suivre tout ce petit monde ? travers de nombreuses autres pages... L'or矇e des contes✭✭✭✭✭ Merveilleuses lectures ! Mon seul regret: que ces histoires soient aussi co
The Incarnates
Somewhere in the bustling city of New York lives an ordinary teenage boy, or so he thought. Matthew always puts his friends first, even if that meant going to a crazy boy band concert. He thought his life was normal. He thought everything was perfect until the cold gripping hands of a stranger drags him into darkness. He awakes and finds himself in a completely different world. A world filled with people with strange names and extraordinarily weird abilities, not to mention the possibility of dying at any given moment. Does he have what it takes to survive this ominously altered reality? With so many trials ahead, he realizes that he truly doesn't understand the mysteries of this world. He soon realizes that the more he discovers is the less he knows. Follow Matthew's journey in his awakening of impossible possibilities.
Hook
People who complicate my life earn the business end of my hook.Funny how that never seems to stop them. Think I'm exaggerating? I stand accused of colluding with Fomorian raiders who are abducting young mermaids... And one of the Lost Boys I rescued from Neverland is being terrorized by a Faerie nightmare... A dark menace connects the two things. With the help of my pixie companion, I must solve the mystery while evading the interference of my meddlesome ex-lover. He's sinfully distracting, but the fun must wait. All those delectable sirens need rescuing.
SanTana織s Fairy Tales
SanTana's Fairy Tales is an oral history, storytelling project initiated by author Sarah Rafael Garc穩a, which integrates community-based narratives to create contemporary fairytales and fables that represent the history and stories of Mexican/Mexican-American residents of Santa Ana.
The Vikings
In 700 AD, a tribe of warriors left their homeland and struck out for glory & conquest.., They came to take no prisoners. Their eerie horns made a distinctive sound, and their fearsome longboats struck from out of nowhere.. The Vikings, their History & Mythology fascinates many because it speaks to something within us: The fight to succeed and to grow stronger. Make no mistake, these were not nice people, but much of their legacy was not just about pillaging and destruction. In this book, History Brought Alive reveals new insights into The Vikings. Join us on a rampage through their history, culture, myths and more!Blending historical accounts, tales and mythology. This is the definitive guide to the life and times of the Vikings. See into the lives of these legendary people, the impact that they had on medieval society and beyond.In this book you will discover; Common Misunderstandings About The VikingsThe Viking Diet - Discover The Energy Source Of The Epic WarriorsRunestones - Meanings & Opening a Gateway to Ancient Viking CivilizationFamous Battles including The Legendary Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066Language of The Vikings - Old Norse Language Throughout HistoryViking Longships - How The Norsemen Ruled the Waves Traditions, Culture & Rituals - Births, Weddings & The Complex Way The Viking's Responded to DeathViking Gods & Goddesses - Loki The Trickster, Thor God of Thunder & MoreWhat Happened to The Vikings & Why did They Disappear? And much, much more..The Viking era may have ended, but their legacy lives on. And if you want to find out more about The Vikings then this is The Book for You
Akademie der Mitternachtsfeen
Vergeltung.Reformation.Zwei Seiten einer Revolution, die beide um meine Loyalit瓣t ringen.Na, ich entscheide mich f羹r keine von beiden.Ich bin eine k繹nigliche Erdfee, die mit vier Mitternachtsfeen verbunden ist. Meine Kr瓣fte werden mit jedem Tag st瓣rker, und ich habe es satt, eine Schachfigur in einem Krieg zu sein, den ich nicht verstehe. Jetzt, wo ich alle Spieler auf dem Feld kenne und wei?, was auf dem Spiel steht, bin ich bereit, den Thron zu besteigen.Keine Tricks mehr.Keine L羹gen mehr.Keine t繹dlichen Geheimnisse mehr.Mein Name ist Aflora.Eure zuk羹nftige K繹nigin der Mitternachtsfeen.Und ich habe es satt, eure Spielchen mitzuspielen.Willkommen unter der neuen Herrschaft, Jungs.Ich mache hier die Regeln.Und ich werde mich nicht beugen.Anmerkung der Autorin: Es handelt sich hierbei um eine dunkle Reverse-Harem-Kollektion mit einer Bully Romance (Feind-zu-Liebhaber-Elemente). Trotz Afloras klarer Ansage wird es definitiv den einen oder anderen Biss geben. Shadow, aka Shade, sorgt daf羹r. Dieses Buch endet mit einem Cliffhanger.
Stormchild
In the realm of Tyralan, a small tribe of nomads called the Ram矇' Var must prepare for war when an ancient evil emerges after a millennium of spoken fable and lore. Their most promising warrior, Kygan of the Yarak Clan, carries the burden upon his shoulders to defend his ailing people from the scourge of the wielders of the Dark Spectrum; an evil, Corporeal force which corrupts and consumes every life it contacts.Summoning great powers of his own, Kygan becomes the Stormchild when he channels his Ethereal Flow, the power of one's very soul, into one of the Coloured Light Spectrums of Magik, each with its own unique properties. While a force to be reckoned with, Kygan cannot hope to succeed alone. Along the way, he makes many friends, and many more enemies. With his Orin' Tam sword and a repertoire of devastating fighting abilities, Kygan and his allies battle the agents of King Meckyl at every turn.
The Return of King Lillian
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winner Readers' Favorite Award Winner Independent Author Book of the Year Award Winner "A whimsical and philosophical fairy tale for the modern age." When Lillian, the one-and-only heir to the throne, is cast out of her kingdom by malevolent forces, she accidentally wanders into the Forest of Forgetfullness, where she is rescued by wolves and raised by an eccentric old wise woman. When she comes of age, Lillian is called by Destiny to return home. The trouble is, when she steps out of the Forest, she has no memory of who she is or from whence she hails. Undaunted, the spirited, self-reliant young woman sets off into the unknown, determined to rediscover her long-lost self and reclaim her stolen birthright. Most of the tale is told by Lillian herself, as she chronicles her extraordinary adventures.This offbeat debut novel, written and narrated by multi-media artist Suzie Plakson, is an allegorical saga full of comedy, calamity, and a host of unforgettable characters. Reviewers have compared this unconventional fairy tale to such classics as The Alchemist, The Princess Bride, Stardust, and The Wizard of Oz."The Return of King Lillian is a basket of magic. Echoing Joseph Campbell's feeling that the world needs new storytellers and new myths to help us greet the coming age, I'll say that Suzie Plakson is one of those storytellers, and King Lillian is one of those myths." - Jacob Nordby, author, Blessed Are the Weird: A Manifesto for Creatives"King Lillian is entrancing, audacious, and addictive in the very best way. A splendidly creative allegory told by Suzie Plakson with flair, wit, and passion." - Marianne de Pierres, author, Parrish Plessis and The Peacemaker series"To say that King Lillian thoroughly enchanted me and left me spellbound would be the understatement of the century. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and King Lillian is my favorite of all. Suzie Plakson's voice is velvet mixed with grit mixed with enchantment. It takes you into another realm - into the mystic." - Kelly Sullivan Walden, author, It's All In Your Dreams www.kinglillian.comwww.suzieplakson.com
Throughout The Ages
After a generations long war, the Age of Magic has finally come to an end. But what can become of the mystical arts when they are no longer a necessity for survival? Who will venture forth and protect the world when an evil is again reborn? Darius, a simple and carefree grimp, is about to have his world turned upside-down as he is cast headlong into the throngs of an unthinkable quest. Everything hangs in the balance as Darius must relearn the ways of his ancestors before a fearsome dragon can relight the kindles of a war that nearly tore the world apart. Throughout the Ages is the first of a new young adult fantasy series. Follow along with a young grimp as he ventures forth into the world of Trubanius and rediscovers his past while hoping to reshape his future.
Kirog
Kirog is back! And Bezbell need rescuing, fast!As Lily's life unravels, Bezbell's is about to get turned upside down.Bezbell finds out the truth about herself and her parents. And what she finds shocks everyone.Welcome to book 3 of the Fire Lily trilogy, where the Grand Seelie and Unseelie Courts are revealed, favorite characters come back, and there be dragons!Join Lily and Bezbell back in the swamp in this fantastical, magical, and draconic conclusion to the Fire Lily fantasy trilogy.
Crown, Heart and Sword
Delve into two generations worth of adventure as the Royal Strongbrew family tries to gain glory for the Kingdom of Heart and Sword. Honourable knights won't be enough to fend off the return of magic and monsters to the land. Pirates, ninjas, saints, bastards and more will have to join forces if there is any hope of matching the cunning of an ancient and sinister Demon Lord. But rejoice, for the historian Xin Wispwhistle will be your guide in this strange and dangerous world. While piecing together each of the key players' stories you will also be treated to culinary delights, theatrical events, recommended beverages and local legends. Expect daring journeys, bitter rivalries, amusing oddities, and phantasmal sensations in the olfactories. But don't expect all of the heroes to emerge unscathed.
Norse Mythology
As the droplets from Niflheim mixed with the fiery depths of Muspelheim, a phenomenon occurred.... Exploring Norse Mythology - The Myths, Sagas & Legends Norse Mythology is truly fascinating, it is no wonder Hollywood, writers, and game studios have jumped on the bandwagon. Whether it be influence over The Marvel blockbusters, The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, God of War and more.The Tales are Epic, The Battles are Fierce & The Drama is Plentiful! Join us on a discovery to the Marvels & Wonders of Norse Mythology, and learn from one of the most interesting civilizations ever known - The Vikings.At History Brought Alive, we are history and mythology enthusiasts who are fascinated with the secrets ancient beliefs, customs, traditions, and myths hold. As you journey through this book, we will help you peel back the layers of history that surround these fascinating stories to take a peek at the accurate accounts of the myths, beliefs, customs, and traditions as they actually were.In this book you will discover: The Most Important and Powerful Gods & Goddess in Norse MythologyWhat Was Life Like for The Vikings? (beliefs, customs, secrets & more)Thor - God of Thunder & The Origin of Thor's Hammer (Mjolnir)The Poetic Edda, an ancient collection which historians have used as evidence to piece together the Viking era & Norse Mythology How Norse Mythology Influenced Modern Pop Culture - Marvel, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Viking Metal & More The Legend of The Draugr (The Vikings Killer Zombie)Ragnarok: All You Need to Know About the End of the World in Norse MythologyThe Viking Afterlife: From Hel to ValhallaAnd much, much more...As you embark on this journey, imagine yourself following in the footsteps of Odin. Odin is willing to let go of a reality, in order to be allowed to drink from the well that contains all the wisdom of the world.We welcome you to do as Odin... let go and drink deep from the well of wisdom.Start Reading This Book Today!
Truer Than True
Truer Than True brings twenty-six wonderful tales from around the world to the home and classroom, and to all who love stories. These favorites of early childhood teachers and children in the Waldorf early childhood classroom were collected and adapted by Holly Koteen Soul矇 to enhance inclusiveness, understanding, and love of the stories that nourish families from many cultures. "The fairy tale is unique . . . in its capacity to offer seeds of solace and social healing to the soul-in-becoming, and to be a wise and tender guide for us all, in both childhood and adulthood. It is my firm conviction that, with a deepened understanding of how fairy tales work and a wider cultural palette from which to choose, fairy tales will remain a revered part of Waldorf early childhood education." -from the Introduction by Holly Koteen Soul矇
The Rage of Achilles
"The ancient world feels new again in Terence Hawkins' The Rage of Achilles, which . . . combines a raw, idiomatic retelling of the Iliad with a searching assay of human consciousness. Unique and invigorating."-Louis Bayard, author of The Pale Blue Eye.In The Rage of Achilles, Terence Hawkins re-imagines the Iliad as a novel and a Trojan War that really happened. Though he adopts Homer's characters, those fabled warriors are no more noble than the scared, tired grunts they command, exhausted and bitter after ten years of brutal Bronze Age warfare. And however savage the fighting, over all hangs the terrible truth that the objective of combat is not glory, but the enslavement of the defeated.This realism extends to the gods themselves. Informed by Julian Jaynes' groundbreaking theory of the bicameral mind-the basis of HBO's "Westworld"-The Rage of Achilles takes place in a world in which the modern human consciousness struggles painfully to be born. The gods are only the hallucinations of men and women desperate to be told what to do in a terrifying and confusing world.Told in taut, elegant prose that captures both the Homeric lyric and military grit, The Rage of Achilles is a fast-moving take on literature's foundational epic.
Rainbow Warriors
All children on this planet are born with special gifts and superpowers. This book will guide your child to discover what their unique gifts are so they can thrive and live their best life. This playful and interactive story is designed to guide and inspire children to develop awareness of their energy body as they journey through the chakras. They will learn about the body's main energy centres and the elements through creative mantras that will empower them to be who they came here to be. This high vibrational story is designed as a call and response song. The first person sings one line of the mantra while instructing the yoga pose. The second person copies the yoga pose while repeating the mantra back.It can also be read as a bedtime story. Rainbow Warriors is more than just a book. The concept of Rainbow Warriors is very diverse! It has the potential to keep your child entertained for hours! * Reading * Yoga * Singing * Dancing * Drumming * Dreaming * If you haven't got a drum, you can always improvise and use a table top, or your body!
Ancient Egyptian Myths and Legends
A prolific compiler of mythology, Lewis Spence would author over thirty books on the legends and folklore of numerous parts of the world. As the title would suggest, in this edition we have a collection of ancient Egyptian myths and legends. Spence examines the history and culture of Egypt with particular attention to its influence on their belief systems. Various Egyptian gods including Osiris, Isis, Anubis, Ra, as well as many others are discussed in length along with the myths associated with them. Popular fables such as "The Story of the Shipwrecked Sailor" and the "Story of Two Brothers", are included in a selection of legends. Lastly the work talks of the practice of magic in ancient Egypt and of foreign and animal gods. This collection of ancient Egyptian myths and legends spans the gamut of such literature and should make for an interesting read for anyone interested in the subject. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper and includes illustrations by Evelyn Paul.
Oinkree and the Dancing Ant
Oinkree longs for adventure but has always been much too scared to leave the comfort of his warm, cozy home and safe and established routines. However, when Oinkree finds that his supply of beloved Snuffle Jam has been depleted, he realizes he must face his greatest fears and venture out into the great unknown. Nervous and cautious, Oinkree makes his way to Snuffle Berry Place Clearing only to come face to face with the most terrifying creature of all: a tiny, friendly, and very helpful Dancing Ant! Frightened at first, Oinkree soon realizes that the Dancing Ant and his colony of friends possess a type of magic that brings both happiness --and plenty of Snuffle berries.
Of Goblins and Gold
To save her sister, she must beat a goblin at his own game... Freya knows the sound of goblin bells. She knows to move to the side of the road and let them pass. Never buy any of their wares. And above all else, never make a deal with the monstrous beasts. But when her sister takes a necklace and is kidnapped, Freya knows there is no other choice. She must journey to the realm of the fae where the Goblin King himself has stolen her sister. Once there, she must perform four tasks to save the only family she has left. The Goblin King won't make this easy, however. He always seems one step ahead of her. To defeat him, she'll have to put everything on the line. Even her heart. Fan of Sarah J. Maas and Ursula K. Le Guin will be left guessing at every turn!Scroll up and one click to get tricked by the fae right alongside Freya in this Labyrinth-inspired fantasy today!
Of Shadows and Elves
To save the Goblin King, she must risk her life on a journey to the ends of the faerie realm... Freya couldn't have known she would destroy the entire faerie court by beating the Goblin King. All she wanted was her sister back, not to imprison the king. But with her sister refusing to return home, Freya is left trapped in her own mess. She has to fix what she broke or the faerie realm will get infinitely more dangerous. Bring the Goblin King back. Save the people she harmed. And do her best to avoid the temptation of falling into the Goblin King's arms. Considering the Goblin King is locked away in a magical prison, at least one of her goals may be impossible to achieve... ...unless she's willing to go through hardships unnumbered. Fans of Sarah J. Maas and the Labyrinth will be left guessing at every turn! Freya already beat the Goblin King. But can she defeat the Goblin Queen? Scroll up and one click to find out today!
Of Werewolves and Curses
Her father is alive, but curing him might destroy an entire faerie court... Freya saw her father in the depths of the werewolf's eyes. She knows he's still in there, but the only way to save him is to convince the Summer Lord to work with them. And the Summer Lord hates both her and Eldridge with a burning passion. Once there, Freya realizes she has to manage more than just curing her father. The Goblin King is acting strange himself, and she fears this might be because of an old flame who arrives to help them. A faerie woman who is more beautiful than the sun. . When Freya discovers a way to cure her father, she has to set out on her own to save everyone yet again. With or without the Goblin King. Fan of Sarah J. Maas and Ursula K. Le Guin devour this seriesScroll up and one click to enter the Summer Court and solve the mystery of a werewolf curse and a forbidden love.!
The Demi-Gods
Two worlds collide in a daring voyage through myth and modern life. The Demi-Gods gathers mythic short stories and folklore-flavoured visions that push Irish literary fantasy into a bold, experimental prose terrain. This collection sits at the crossroads of myth and modernity, where gods and mortals clash, where folklore influences awaken in the urban and rural edges of early twentieth century Ireland. Stephens crafts a distinctive voice-compact, lyrical, and awake to the pulse of a changing culture-offering readers a purposeful blend of mythic intensity and modern psychological insight. It rewards mythology enthusiasts, readers new to Irish myth writers, and organisation-minded collectors alike, with tales that feel both timeless and newly urgent. The book invites academic curiosity without becoming laboratory or dry, presenting a vivid archive that speaks to both study and storytelling. A work of notable literary and historical significance, The Demi-Gods stands as a landmark in Irish myth-making and the evolution of Celtic Ireland setting in fiction. Its influence can be traced through subsequent strands of Irish fantasy and folk-inflected modern prose. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. This edition is a chance to own a carefully preserved slice of a pivotal era, a compact anthology that still resonates with grandeur and imaginative ambition.
The Adventures Of Puss In Boots, Jr.
A delightful invitation to a bygone world that still feels fresh. A mischievous feline hero leads a sparkling chorus of adventures, inviting young readers to imagine and laugh along. The Adventures Of Puss In Boots, Jr. combines the charm of a humorous fairy tale with the warmth of animal protagonist tale, set in a European fairy tale milieu that reads like a gentler, kinder cousin to the best early twentieth century classics. It is a vivid example of classic educational storytelling, offering gentle lessons woven through playful capers and clever wordplay, perfect for bedtime reading for kids and early reader audiences alike. This out-of-print gem, restored for today's and future generations, is more than a reprint; it is a complete childrens anthology moment, a compact illustrated adventure collection that celebrates curiosity, courage and wit while honouring Perrault's enduring fairy-tale traditions. For casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike, the book stands as a cultural treasure and a refined artefact from a cherished era. Alpha Editions' recent edition marks a return to shelves as a collector's item, preserving the warmth and cadence of the original while enhancing clarity for modern readers. Expect playful humour, vivid scenes, and an enduring sense that storytelling can educate, entertain and enlighten - a timeless bridge between past charm and present imagination. Keywords weave through the narrative like well-placed notes in a favourite lullaby.
The Enchanted Castle; A Book Of Fairy Tales From Flowerland
A whispered invitation from a bygone era-where petals whisper secrets and every creature has a tale to tell. The Enchanted Castle invites young readers and devoted collectors alike to step into a softly illuminated world of wonder. This carefully restored collection gathers nature themed magic, flowerland creatures, and enchanted forests into a vivid children fantasy anthology that feels both timeless and freshly immersive. In lush illustrated classics, Hartwell James crafts old world settings and gentle hero journeys perfect for bedtime storytelling, offering a sequence of gentle adventures that spark imagination and curiosity in for young readers without losing the cadence of a traditional fairy tale. A note on literary and historical significance: this work belongs to the early twentieth century arc of classic fairy tale anthologies, revered for its ornate illustrations and the contemplative moral sensibilities it embodies. Its sustained charm lies in the author's quiet ability to blend wonder with wonderment, inviting readers to pause, listen, and dream. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition is more than a reprint-it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure designed to endure for today's and future generations. Whether you are a casual reader drawn to fairy tale charm or a classic-literature enthusiast curating a refined shelf, The Enchanted Castle offers a rich, imaginative voyage that lingers long after the last page is turned.
The Enchanted Mine ( Not )
The enchanted Mine SynopsisIf you have ever wondered where all the weeds come from in your garden, this story will explain.Every night the gnomes plant and sow weeds with their various machines such as; The Pink Weed flyer, The Weedoclapper, The fairies and pixies on the hand didn't like this and found ways to stop the naughty gnomes, unfortunately the invisible dust which hid them from the humans started to run out as the green gems in the mine were starting to become harder to find.Agran's daughter Apple Blossom with Flautles the Pixie come up with an idea to stop the weeds by using a machine to spread their magic goo over weeds to kill them. Also Flautles has to prove he is worthy of Apple Blossom's hand to Agan and volunteres to confront the Troll and Gringers who guard the mine.
Dark Fairy Tales of Fearless Women
Enter a world in which magic exists, hope wins and every woman's heart is alive with courage! This global feast of ancient tales features valiant women overcoming every kind of obstacle and danger to fulfil their destinies. Travel through Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and the Pacific. Shudder, cheer and laugh out loud as the heroines deal with trolls, faeries, dragons and ghosts; admire their knowledge, wit and cunning; marvel at shapeshifting and other manifestations of the supernatural. A rich collection of fairy tales, beautifully illustrated throughout with Joe McClaren woodcuts, this book is stitched together like a series of Scheherazade stories. It is story-telling at its best, pitch perfect fairy tales of fearless women for readers everywhere.
Princess and the Goblin - A Book That Inspired Tolkien
THE PRINCESS AND THE GOBLIN - A BOOK THAT INSPIRED TOLKIEN. With original illustrations.THE PROFESSOR'S BOOKSHELF #5: Professor J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, was a great admirer of George MacDonald's fairy-stories. When his children were young, he used to read The Princess and the Goblin to them in the evenings, before they went to bed.'Tolkien knew well MacDonald's children's books "The Princess and the Goblin" and "The Princess and Curdie", both of which influenced Tolkien's depiction of goblins in The Hobbit, ' writes Douglas A. Anderson in 'Tales Before Tolkien: The Roots of Modern Fantasy'. Dart-Thornton's introduction notes similarities between this story and Tolkien's works, for example: 'The wise, magical, prescient grandmother of the Princess Irene, seems to be a literary ancestor of Galadriel; centuries old and yet looking young, a queen, a healer, a beautiful, golden-haired woman associated with water. 'Princess Irene has a magic ring which is associated with invisibility, being linked to a semi-visible thread. This ring aids her in an escape from the Goblin Underground, much as The One Ring aids Bilbo.'This new edition contains ten illustrations by Jessie Willcox-Smith from the 1920 edition, which was published when Tolkien was aged 28, his eldest child John was three years old and his second child Michael had just been born. The delicately beautiful drawings of Willcox-Smith have been loved by generations of children to this very day. Also included is an illustration by Arthur Hughes from the 1911 edition.
The Red Fairy Book - A Book That Inspired Tolkien
THE RED FAIRY BOOK- A BOOK THAT INSPIRED TOLKIEN. With original illustrations.'I have been a lover of fairy stories since I learned to read, ' Professor J.R.R. Tolkien once stated. 'The Red Fairy Book' was one of Tolkien's favorites. Fantasy and medieval literature specialist Douglas A. Anderson asserted, 'As a child Tolkien found delight in the variously colored fairy tale books of Andrew Lang. Especially he enjoyed "The Red Fairy Book", for it contained Lang's retelling of one of the greatest dragon stories in northern literature, that of Fafnir from the "Volsung Saga."' Dart-Thornton's introduction sheds more light on Tolkien's connection with 'The Red Fairy Book' and its editor, Andrew Lang. 'The Red Fairy Book' was illustrated by H.J. Ford and Lancelot Speed. As a child, and later as an adult, Tolkien was exposed to these pictures as he leafed through the pages of the fairy tales. Consciously or unconsciously, he came under their spell. More than 100 drawings adorned the pages of the original 1890 edition. This is a close replica of that edition, with every illustration and embellishment included. Twenty-first century readers are able to enjoy the pictures as young Tolkien would have enjoyed them. This gorgeously illustrated book was a source of immense joy to Tolkien as he was growing up, and contributed to his conception of 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'.
Penelope
Winner of the 2022 ALTA Italian Prose in Translation AwardSilvana La Spina gives voice to Penelope and provides her with an apt forum to narrate her story of abuse and manipulation - despite her royal status. As other queens, from Mary Stuart to Marie Antoinette, her side of the story deserves to be imagined and heard if we want the course of history to begin a new path.
ABC’s for the Little Trinis (In All of Us) Coloring Book
ABC's for the Little Trinis Coloring book is the companion to ABC's for the Little Trinis (In All Of US). Now you get to color and recreate scenes of Trinbagonian folklore and history-color characters like Papa Bois, Socouyant, the Lagahoo, and more.
Folk-Tales of Bengal
Folk Tales of Bengal: Life's Secret (1883) is a collection of stories by Lal Behari Dey. Inspired by the stories told to him by village elders in his boyhood, Lal Behari Dey wrote Folk Tales of Bengal: Life's Secret in order to portray the lives and traditions of Bengali peasants in a positive, human light. Praised by Charles Darwin for his novel Govinda Samanta: Or the History of a Bengal Raiyat, Lal Behari Dey was awarded a substantial prize for his literary achievements by a prominent Bengali zamindar, cementing his reputation as a pioneering figure in Bengali literature. "I have reason to believe that the stories given in this book are a genuine sample of the old old stories told by old Bengali women from age to age through a hundred generations." With this certificate of authenticity, Lal Behari Dey presents the stories of his youth in Bengal, stories of kings and queens, gods and monsters, of rich and poor and everything in between. In "Life's Secret," he tells the tale of Suo, a beautiful queen who has been unable to give birth to a son for her impatient, powerful husband. Just as she is ready to give in to despair, a mysterious healer presents her with a magical drug that will grant her the fertility she seeks. In "Phakir Chand," two young friends on a journey to a foreign land encounter a princess held captive by a terrifying serpent. Saving her, they agree to remain at her palace, but only one of them can take her hand in marriage. Charming, instructive, and often surprising, Folk Tales of Bengal: Life's Secret is an underappreciated masterpiece of Bengali literature from Lal Behari Dey.Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
Water of Life
Did faeries spirit away the young moonshiner? Sean Joye can't help but wonder, yet he hopes for a more reasonable explanation. Fleeing to America in 1923 as soon as he'd mustered out of the army, Sean aims to put Ireland's civil war, his assassin past, and faerie attention behind him. But his one-time lover, Caleb, is missing. As Sean treks through a November ice storm in search of his friend, the forest itself bristles with fae ill intent, and a strange old mountain woman would just as soon shoot Sean as feed him squirrel stew. Calamity reigns unless he cracks the secret of Otter Springs and its water of life. "Caleb's whiskey is the best. Better than legit brands like Canadian Club, even," I said. "At home we call whiskey 'uisce beatha'- the water of life." Praise for Water of Life- "Delightfully peculiar." M. R. Sellars, Author of The Rowan Gant Investigations
ABC’s for the Little Trinis (In All of Us)
ABC's for the Little Trinis is an essential and fun read for all ages. It's a great reference resource for Trinbagonian folklore and history featuring iconic and lesser-known characters. In this encyclopedia-style book, filled with anecdotal stories, readers will find context and understand the importance of our cultural practices and what to do if they ever encounter some of these characters. The entries profiled on these pages highlight unbelievable folktales that have an immeasurable impact on our culture. They also depict historical events that showcase the resilience of our people. It's an ode to loving Trinbagonian heritage, whether you're closely connected, want to reconnect, or have a general appreciation for the culture.
How Babik Cheated Death
This humorous Romani folk tale, adapted for beginner readers, tells the story of Babik, a clever man who uses his wits to trick Death, trap the Devil, and outsmart the angels!Illustrations, large font-size, and minimal text on each page make it easy for language learners and young readers to improve reading skills. There is also an introduction to Romani culture (and why the word "gypsy" is a slur), comprehension and discussion questions, a map of the Romani diaspora, and a link to a simple article on the country, with a prompt to research and present on the culture.The World Folktales Graded Readers bring stories from around the world into the ESL classroom. Traditional tales interest people of all ages who love folk stories, as well as learning and sharing wisdom from around the world. Inspire students to share stories from their own culture as they improve reading speed and fluency!
Of the Wild
Aeris, a shapeshifter of the Wild, steals children from unloving homes and raises them as his own in an enchanted grove deep in the Woods. Under the protective eye of their new guardian, the children absorb the forest's magic and grow more fey-like than human: some of them sprout mushrooms or flowers while others develop scales or wings.But the reserve of magic that keeps Aeris and his forest home alive is inexplicably running dry. With his life waning and the dangers of the Wild creeping closer and closer, Aeris will do anything to protect his family, even set his hopes on an unlikely new arrival in the Woods: a human stranger.
Latvian Folktales
42 Latvian folktales were chosen for their didactic quality and re-told in dramatic, delightful manner to be enjoyed by readers of all ages and ethnic origins. In symbolic undertones the illustrations, like a guiding light, hint at the wealth of universal tried and true wisdom.
Hunter
Huner Evans was hired to keep her boss safe, but now he's in danger too... of falling for her.Hunter Evans has always had conviction. He's reliable, the guy that gets things done. So when he takes a simple job as a personal bodyguard for rock legend Daryl Dark, he doesn't expect Daryl's shy, mousy personal assistant, Emily Shepard, to piss him off at every turn.The more time they spend together, the deeper she gets under his skin. The more time they spend together, the more he suspects that this anger might be another feeling-one he's not prepared to utter or believe he could ever feel.As the job draws to an end, Emily vanishes, leaving Hunter to decide if he's willing to let her go and ignore his aching heart, or hunt her down and be her everything.
The Verdict of Hades
Jeremiah is a sage with a job that many people envy, even though hardly anyone understands the true nature of the burden the occupation heaps on his soul. As the emissary of ancestors and divines, he thinks he is doing okay until he shepherds the clueless Joseph on a journey that brings him face-to-face with the horrors of his ways. Joseph needs a lifeline. His earlier life as the inheritor of a legacy that involved wealth, power and goodness has been tainted by his embrace of evil, which leaves death and grief in its path. He knows what he is about to face and thinks that Jeremiah, a man who always reserved a soft spot in his heart for him, is the only soul capable of preventing the verdict anyone could predict. Would Jeremiah who knows the price to pay for defying the custodians of Hades risk his soul to save a man who does not understand what salvation is all about? Is destiny or fate responsible for the forces he grapples with? Is mercy a tool for a sinning soul who pleads for forgiveness before acknowledging his crimes? "The Verdict of Hades" precedes "Ngoko's Folly", and is the forerunner of "The Oaf" in the collection of short stories entitled "The Usurper: and Other Stories."
Minver Stories
Playful, archaic and confusing, this illustrated collection of bizarre song-chant poems narrates in riddling language the story of Minver, a flashing-eyed sprite who became for the author the very embodiment of ecstasy. Emerging from the dance club culture of the late 90s, but set in an archetypal landscape, Minver Stories is a deeply idionsyncratic take on psychedelic experience. Delightfully designed with 20 illustrations and commentaries.
Isla Emerged
Anger. Betrayal. Exile.Isla always knew she would be queen. One day. But after the death of her mother, matriarch of the Southern Pacific merfolk kingdom, that day grew much closer than she was prepared for. Worse, to become a mermaid queen, she must marry. It is the only way to protect her kingdom.Forcibly betrothed to her childhood friend and father's fiercest warrior, Isla is desperate for an escape-no matter the cost. But until she marries, her father is filled with a power his body cannot handle, and his control is steadily slipping.After an explosive fight with her father, Isla flees to the surface, only to find herself in the middle of a violent storm with two choices: swim to safety or save the human man she sees drowning in the tumultuous waves.Her decision will change her life, as well as her kingdom, forever.A story inspired by "The Little Mermaid" like you've never seen before.
