The Tales of Mother Goose
THE TALES OF MOTHER GOOSECHARLES PERRAULTTranslated by Charles WelsIllustrated by Gustave Dor矇A wonderful collection of classic fairy tales by Charles Perrault, the most famous author of French conte de f矇es, translated into English by Charles Welsh in the 19th century and illustrated by the French genius artist Gustave Dor矇. Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Sleepy Beauty, Puss In Boots, Bluebeard, and Little Red Riding Hood are some of the classic fairy tales in this new edition of the 19th century book. Includes an introduction by M.V. O'Shea. Fully illustrated, with an introduction. 132 pages. Large format (189 x 246mm). Paperback, with a full colour cover. www.crmoon.com
The Illumined Spot
Good desires and extraordinary dreams drive us in life. Often it seems that the best dreams to pursue are the hardest to achieve. This is a story about never giving up, even when it appears the whole world is against us.
A Changing of the Heart
TWO BIRDS caught in the troublesome winds of winter learn lessons of life that forever change them and the birds who witness their courage, strength, sacrifice, and love.A beautiful Hummingbird bruised by a lost love, and the jealous eyes of his brother and sister birds, gets trapped in the high early winter winds. When he falls from the sky he is certain he will die alone, far from his family, and the life he so loved.But a kind-hearted Goose who has spent his life ignoring the call from his own heart to help other birds finally discovers the courage he needs to do what is right.The Hummingbird and the Goose both realize that the world is full of miracles if only you can open your heart, embrace kindness, and live the truth that is in your own heart.A Changing of the Heart is a reaffirming and heartwarming tale that offers lessons of hope, healing, and happiness for readers of all ages.
Perrault’s Fairy Tales
PERRAULT'S FAIRY TAILESCHARLES PERRAULTTranslated by Thomas HoodIllustrated by Gustave Dor矇A marvellous collection of classic fairy tales by Charles Perrault, the most famous author of French conte de f矇es, translated into English verse by the poet Thomas Hood in 1865, and illustrated by the French genius artist Gustave Dor矇. Cinderella, Sleepy Beauty, Puss In Boots and Little Red Riding Hood are some of the classic fairy tales in this new edition of the 19th century book. Includes an introduction by Thomas Hood. Fully illustrated, with an introduction. 200 pages. Large format (189 x 246mm). Paperback, with a full colour cover. www.crmoon.com
Tres cuentos para Elena
"Tres cuentos para Elena" recoge los cuentos que contaba a nuestra hija Elena cuando se empezaba a dormirse en su propia cama. Aqu穩 no hay dragones ni princesas, pero s穩 cuentos donde aparecen peces gigantes, cazabombarderos y barcos cargueros por Alemania...
The Healing M矇ndez
Vitrian Secrets unveils the secrets around Wanda Troms' life. Secrets her mother had kept from her. Secrets around her father's death that had been hidden from her. Secrets about a group of people called Vitrian had been watching her for years, yet she was not aware. Now the secrets began to emerge as Wanda began to show traits of a gift that her mother had prayed, her daughter never had.For almost fifteen years, an unexpected evil loomed over the lives of some Vitrian children. The lives of these children are filled with suspense, horror, and thriller. The complication and mystery around their lives are due to the secrets, unpredictable love story, and twist that took place in their parents' lives long before they were born. Vitrian Secret - The Healing M矇ndez explains the saga around the life of the gifted Vitrian Children and Wanda Troms due to her gift that has started manifesting. Wanda's gifts put her, her mother, her brother, and every child connected to The Chosen in grave danger. Jason, Wanda's little brother, has been poisoned by a demon, and she is told to get The Healing M矇ndez from the rebels who want her dead. She doesn't have the necessary training to fight demons and supernatural creatures that the rebels will unleash. Will she be able to get the healing mantle called The Healing M矇ndez and save her little brother's life? Would she survive the pain and horror the Vitrian rebels will unleash on her once they get hold of her? Would Wanda or her brother survive the perilous situation they are in, and would she be able to find The Healing M矇ndez?This is a must-read story with a young adult adventure. It is captivating and contains young adult enemies to lovers.
Turtle Croakies
A frog, a cat, and a hobgoblin walk into a bar...in the Jurassic period. Nope...not kidding. Okay, maybe it wasn't really a bar. But it was definitely the local drinking establishment. For dinosaurs... My old mentor, Alice Parker is back, and she's brought a problem with her. A big one. One that's already testing the sprite's ability to keep it in lettuce and strawberries. It turns out that Alice has been on the run for a minute, trying to protect a magical tortoise from a dangerous sorceress who wants it for herself. She wants my help protecting the magical creature. Luckily, I have two cats, two frogs, and a hobgoblin to help me stave off the latest crisis. The only question is...now that she's here...how am I going to get rid of her?Holy turtle trousers, this Keeper gig gets more challenging by the day...or the millennia!
The Broom
In the 1690s, witchcraft hysteria overtook the fledgling settlement of Salem, Massachusetts. Before the crisis ended, nineteen suspected witches were sent to the gallows, and one man was even pressed to death. The Broom picks up where the regrettable history of the Salem Witch Trials leaves off, suggesting the ultimate destiny of two women connected with the hysteria- one factual and one fictional. The book combines actual historical accounts with a family secret connected to a broom that would eventually become an heirloom, to be passed down generations.Follow Lydia, as she escapes the Salem Witch Trials and the many decades which followed, recounting her transformation from mere mortality to immortality.
Quando Ballano gli Orsi?
La pancia di Teddy inizia a brontolare. Ha bisogno di un po 'di miele per smettere di avere fame. Teddy sa che le api fanno il miele ma non riesce a trovarle. Usa il pensiero logico per trovare le api: per trovare le api, ha bisogno di trovare i fiori; per trovare i fiori, ha bisogno di trovare le farfalle. Quando Teddy trova il miele, la sua pancia 癡 piena e felice. Teddy inizia a fare la danza dell'orso. Questo libro ha una storia semplice ma carina con immagini molto colorate. I bambini si divertiranno ad aiutare Teddy a trovare il miele. Questo libro illustrato 癡 ottimo per bambini che amano leggere libri sugli animali. ? adatto a bambini dai 2 anni in su. La storia interessante e le illustrazioni colorate sono adatte anche per i pi羅 piccoli. ? un ottimo regalo per Natale, compleanno, Pasqua o qualsiasi altra celebrazione speciale. Teddy's tummy started rumbling. He needs some honey to stop feeling hungry. Teddy knows that bees make honey but he can't find them. He is using logical thinking to find the bees: to find bees, he needs to find flowers; to find flowers, he needs to find butterflies. And, so his hunt for honey begins. Once Teddy found honey, his tummy was full and happy. Teddy got so excited that he wanted to do the bear dance. This illustrated book has a simple but cute story with bright and colorful pictures. Children will enjoy helping Teddy finding honey. Teddy's logical way of finding the bees, flowers and butterflies will introduce logical thinking to the young readers. This picture book is great for kids that love reading children's books about animals. It's suitable for children ages 2 and up. The interesting story and colorful illustrations is also suitable for toddlers. Makes a great gift for kids for Christmas, Birthday, Easter etc.
Beauty and the Hunter
Belle found her happy ending, or did she?IsabelIt was like a fairy tale. A handsome misunderstood prince with more money than he knew what to do with and he wanted her. A plain bookworm with a penchant for numbers. She should be happy, right? Then why couldn't she get that cocky grin out of her head and her heart?JasonHe made a mistake. We all make them. But this one cost him the only woman he ever loved. Now she's with him. A monster hiding behind a pretty face and fancy words. He won't let him have her even if it means becoming a beast himself.
Wendy’s Pirate
Sometimes the grown-ups have all the fun.WendyShe came to the Never Isles to get away from the stress of everyday life. To find adventure and maybe even a little bit of romance. What she didn't expect was to get swept up by the charming sea captain with a gleam in his eye. A gleam that told her he wanted to do wicked things to her and lord help her she might just let him.JamesHe wasn't looking for adventure, he'd had his share in the navy. After a dishonorable discharge for a crime he didn't commit, he was friendless, jobless, and on the run. His only solitude was the Never Isles where nobody knew his name. Until she literally fell into his arms. Can he find solace in her carefree heart before his past crimes catch up with him?
The Almost Queen
Betrayal, jealousy, and death have always been a part of my future. I'm the almost Queen. Betrothed to one man, and in love with another. Though there's no doubt in my mind who I'll choose. Lancelot has my heart, even if it'll lead me down the path to the pyre. No matter what it takes, I'll find a way to save us all from the prophecy which threatens to consume us. - The Almost Queen is part of the Grimm Academy series. It includes a sweet m/f romance.
Tempted by Hell
Sometimes even angels burn.The demon is gone. Michael's blade too. Everything would have been perfect except now Mary's only way back to heaven is trapped in hell.With only one way to hell and possibly no way back, Mary will face her biggest temptation yet. Trouble is, this enemy she'll have to face alone.Will Mary ever get back to heaven or will she find a better place instead?
Pounding Earth
Maya and her three sexy mates thought they were safe in the North as they prepared to take back the Eastern dragon kingdom, but they were wrong.As Maya's pregnancy brings new surprises and powers, treachery leads to one of her three beloved men being taken from her. And to add to the brewing chaos, an army of the West appears on her doorstep, led by none other than her sister.It's up to Maya to master her new powers, save her lost mate, and rally the dragons of Waesigar to defeat the Lady of the East and bring peace back to the land. All to secure her happily ever after.
On to Evermoore
Calya Journey-Wise: Book 3The gods cast a Long Spell to torment Three Worlds for thousands of years for one purpose only - to raise up heroes able to break it; killing the gods frees everyone. But which path fulfills this test... to use the invincible weapon provided, bringing the gods to justice or is victory and Ascension won by Mercy? If they make the wrong choice, the torment will continue, but if the right path is chosen, it will change everything... for Evermoore!Heartache beyond measure... grief too much to bear... Where is love and Mercy in all of this chaos? As the Journey-Quest continues, Calya and Tolus are torn apart and thrown into different worlds. Each must follow their own quest to the same end... kill the aDrohl or save them? But which is it? Final book of the Trilogy
Blood of My Blood
The extraordinary emotion-filled awe-inspiring sequel to the heartfelt tale "Jai'Diah The Lost Princess" by T.L. Browning."Blood of My Blood" is unlike any enchanted story the world has experienced.Zendor, ruler of the Dark Mountains, dispatches his ferocious greaguls in a race to find Queen Jai'Diah. The creatures hunt for her the world over, for it is only she who can unlock the mysteries of The Golden Book of Knowledge. Heartbroken, and enraged, Queen Jai'Diah vows to destroy those responsible for her misfortunes, and take back her precious book. With Suncomba at her right hand and Tungo at her left, will she succeed or will she be destroyed. Can Queen Jai'Diah become the great leader she was born to be? It is up to her, for there is no one left.
The Doubtful Tale of Phillatious Quill
This is the Doubtful Tale of the life of Phillatious Quill. Born in Venice in 1725 and a good friend of Casanova. He was a bit of a dandy player, living his life to the full with as much fun and as many female companions as he could. Many brushes with the law and friendships with some very strange people enhanced his colourful life. This Adult Rhyming text book describes it all......
Past Legends
An immortal witch of Camelot. A looming magical crisis. A destiny she's willing to reject. All Nimue wants is a peaceful life, but her past won't leave her alone. And when her friend Iseult brings news that her old rival Morgawse has been abducted, an impending catastrophe lands on her doorstep. And worse, the wizard responsible is Nimue's ex, Nostradamus.Dragged into another adventure, Nimue confronts her former flame as he wages a desperate quest, only to be thrust deeper into an escalating crisis. As Nimue struggles to unravel what is happening, she discovers dark secrets that threaten the heart of magical energy. Now it's her fate to rescue magic for every witch and wizard, including her friends. Trouble is, she wants no part of being magic's saviour.Will Nimue step up as a champion? Or will she let the magical world die?Past Legends: The Camelot Immortals Book One, is a contemporary Arthurian fantasy inspired by the tales we all know and love. If you like strong snarky heroines, wizards and witches, and copious amounts of alcohol, then you'll love the adventures of Nimue and her friends.
Swallowing Fire
When Raiden's mother took over the Lightning Kingdom in a bloody coup that left the nation reeling, Maya and her suitors were forced to flee for their lives.But running away has never been an option for Maya, and she's not about to start now. Instead, she takes her sexy suitors North to demand help from Lord Fafnir, ruler of the Ice Dragon Clan and Jack's formidable uncle.But protection comes at a steep price, and the ice dragons do not help those they find unworthy. If Maya is to survive the North, she and her men will have to best the northerners in a series of brutal games designed to break even the fiercest of dragons.If they win, Maya will gain a much needed alliance, and Raiden will be able to rescue his family from the evil clutches of his mother. If they lose...well, failure isn't really isn't an option. Luckily, if there's anything Maya and her dragons know how to do best, it's how to beat the odds...and stay warm for the winter...
La Ni簽a Que Aprendi籀 A Ser Pizpireta
La Ni簽a Que Aprendi籀 A Ser Pizpireta, sumergida en una infancia llena de fantas穩a y aventureros sue簽os que le hacen superar las adversidades; va perdiendo con la madurez su capacidad para sobreponerse tras los avatares de su existencia. Hasta que llega un momento, en el que decide no continuar. Inspirado en cuentos de autoayuda, como la Princesa que Cre穩a en los Cuentos de Hadas, o el Caballero de la Armadura Oxidada; La Ni簽a Que Aprendi籀 A Ser Pizpireta intenta explicar que, en muchas ocasiones, la vida no consiste 繳nicamente en luchar, sino en detenernos, discernir qu矇 camino a seguir es el que nos indica nuestro coraz籀n, y hacernos cargo de nosotros mismos.
When We Become Giants
When We Become Giants is an imaginative, interactive story exploring the mind, creativity, and the unseen forces that shape who we become.Part story, part experiment, it invites readers and families to reflect, imagine, and nurture vision - individually or as a shared bedtime experience.+=+=+ Jeremy Reddig is seeking backers to help get this story to the Universal Tribe of tribes.One of the editors in the writing department said that the author reminded her of an adult version of Dr. Seuss. If true, this book will inspire me to go after my vision in an imaginative way.When We Become Giants is a refreshingly interactive tale about a scientific experiment/exploration into the mind.At this time, the author would like to ask the main character, Slobodan, a question.Jeremy sits down and gets ready to summon Slobodan's voice. He begins by stroking each key on the keyboard and asks, "What would you like me to tell the potential backers of this study to entice them to help fund our exploration into the mind?"Slobodan is astonished that Jeremy turned to him for help with a book description. "Mauli hired me to go into that laboratory. So somehow you need to entice them on your own or get Mauli to help you with the crowdfunding process. I will say this though, I am forever grateful to have been the one who got to go on this exploration of the mind. For what we found was transformative to my soul. The forces at play in all of our lives is not something to take lightly, and I hope the backers know this and take our results to heart."Jeremy was surprised to see that he could get Slobodan to respond in such a timely manner. "Okay, thanks Slobodan for your rapid response." Regaining his composure before asking Mauli a question. "Mauli, as the leader of this project what would you like for us to tell the backers before exposing them to When We Become Giants?"Mauli contemplates a response before saying. "I would like to ensure that the reader knows they are backing an interactive science experiment that if successful will lead to the research and development of sustaining our minds for the universal tribe as we thrive toward sustainability. With their backers we will be able to bring about a bed time story they can read to their kids to teach, encourage, and nurture their dreams from the earliest stages of life development.I assure the reader that this study strives to do exactly that: attempt to develop a story to aid the body, mind, and spirit along its transformational journey we call life.Put simply, I would like to ask the reader a question.'Want to be a backer of this visionary experiment?Then buy the book and get ready to thrive with all who believe in your vision.'This is Jeremy's second book. After his first book, #ThePowerfulDay, Jeremy Reddig returned to college to hone his craft. He became fascinated with the heroes' journey story arc. Ultimately leading to the inspiration for When We Become Giants which came from his creative writing class.Jeremy is proud of this work and excited to share When We Become Giants a funny, heart-felt, and imaginative tale that will be passed on for generations to come.
The Princess in My Head
In a two-part work (novel and screenplay), medieval Princess Aqualine the Wise and modern-day Princess Allison the Benevolent defy logic but not magic to communicate through their dreams. Aqualine inks proclamations and Allison holds webcasts, inspiring their loyal subjects and solving problems through ideas and influence gained from each other's world. Together they will face their problems, and find a solution over time and space.
Conversations With Sasquatch
Conversations with Sasquatch, The Encounter, begins the saga of this mysterious creature's presence amongst the human race. Who are these Beings and why is so little known about them? How do they continually escape the Bigfoot hunters and chasers so dead set on creating or finding Sasquatch remains? Richard Rensberry's close encounters and conversations with Sasquatch tells a much different story than a wild man-ape in the woods. Meet Loquiis, Leeitus, Pureesis and Loquiili, a Sasquatch family living in harmony with nature and undetected right under the noses of those that can't find them. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com in the very near future.
Legends of the Blue Willow Story
What could be better than crafting our own love stories based upon a blue and white dish? Blue Willow tea ware, china cabinets filled with Blue Willow, poetry, theatrical plays, children's play sets, fabrics and accessories, games and more - derived from inspiration by Chinese art and customs. What a legacy!Nearly 250 years have passed since the design and manufacture of one of the world's most popular and humble china pattern - Legends of Blue Willow. Envisioned as a marketing message, the Blue Willow story blossomed beyond what the manufacturers ever imagined.This book briefly introduces you to the potter, designer and background of the commercial aspect of Blue Willow and relates the most popular of the Blue Willow legends.From the busy world of pottery, we are captivated by legends that arose from speculation centered around a willow tree, a powerful mandarin, his exceptionally beautiful daughter, an elderly but wealthy duke and the mandarin's daughter's heart choice, a brilliant but lowly accounting secretary.Make your favorite cup of tea (in Blue Willow of course) and enjoy the imaginative tales of Blue Willow china.
The King’s Dahlia
Join King Carlos and Dahlia as they embark on a magical journey of self-discovery and empowerment. This beautiful and enchanting story tells the tale of how the great Dahlia, with a bit of magic, helps King Carlos defeat his enemies and restore his kingdom. This is a fairytale-like no other, no damsel in distress in this story. This timeless tale is jam-packed with magic, danger, adventure, and love. The story tells the tale of the Great Dahlia a magical princess that saves the king and kingdom from certain doom. Dahlia is a strong determined 10-year-old little girl that uses her powers defeat the king and restore the kingdome.
Room For One More
Room For One More contains twelve short stories and four poems, each paired with a beautiful illustration. Inspired by a wide range of myth, folklore, and urban legend, as well as each other, these tales follow the winding roads through the Underworld out onto the empty highways of the American West, with a number of intriguing stops along the way.A musician finds himself on an unexpected journey while a musical hero contemplates his role in a strange place. Bodies are small and desire is large, and we cannot always tell the difference, but a talented music teacher is desperate not to be late for an important interview.One young woman learns a powerful lesson from a pitiful plant, another yearns for a world that is not hers, a third seeks friendship and discovers something more, while a fourth travels to an odd hut in search of healing.There is violence in letting go, but one gifted creature cannot let tragedy strike without trying to stop it, no matter how hopeless it seems. Some jobs are eternal and you can never properly prepare, and sometimes no matter how much you gather, you will never feel whole.No one stops for hitchhikers these days it seems, not even those that prey on them. They say the best revenge is a deed well done, for never once has a blade cut through the wind.Follow the threads of inspiration that four authors used to weave their tales. After all, the end of one story is just the start of another.
Thief
A clever thief. A disgraced mage. A kiss of poison . . .Don't miss this romantic "Beauty and the Beast" trilogy!Peronelle Beck longs for nothing more than to leave behind her thieving ways and pursue a life of honest work. But when her father lands himself neck-deep in debt, Nelle must take on a dangerous job if she hopes to save his life . . . a job that brings her to the shores of Roseward Isle.For fifteen years, Soran Silveri has fought to suppress the nightmarish monster stalking Roseward. His weapons are few and running low, and the curse placed upon him cripples his once unmatched power. Isolation has driven him to the brink of madness, and he knows he won't be able to hold on much longer.When a sharp-tongued, uncouth, and undeniably beautiful young woman shows up on his shore, Soran resolves to drive her away. He won't be responsible for another death.But Nelle is equally determined not to be frightened off by the hideously scarred mage. Not until she gets what she came for . . . .Can two outcasts thrown together in a tangle of lies discover they are each other's only hope? Or will the haunted darkness of Roseward tear them apart?
Zo矇 En El Laberinto del Minotauro
聶Conoces la leyenda del laberinto de Creta? 聶Y si la historia que nos contaron escondiera una terrible verdad? En un lugar donde la magia escapa de los espejos y se apodera de la inocencia, donde los celos llevan a la venganza y la traici籀n, Zo矇, una joven hu矇rfana tocada por la gracia dioses, ser獺 v穩ctima de los caprichos de la poderosa M矇gara. 聶Podr獺 afrontar el duro destino que le espera al adentrarse en el reino del Minotauro? Carmen Hinojal, nacida en Ceclav穩n un pueblecito de C獺ceres en Diciembre de 1959, curs籀 sus estudios en la facultad de historia de la UEX . Esta autora que super籀 una infancia dif穩cil condicionada por la enfermedad, creci籀 rodeada de libros y fue disc穩pula de la tradici籀n oral de su tierra. Carmen tiene un registro de obras de diferentes estilo y formas. Desde cuentos infantiles, poes穩a, ciencia ficci籀n, novela hist籀rica e incluso terror. En el caso de Zo矇 y el laberinto del Minotauro esta obra estilo hist籀rico fant獺stico, nos muestra una versi籀n diferente de la leyenda cretense.
The Princess and The Lumberjack
From the outside, Princess Gertrude's life was perfect. She was betrothed to marry Prince Charming and had everything every woman dreamed of at her fingertips. When suddenly the carpet was pulled out from underneath her, everything she had been raised for disappeared within a glass slipper. Princess Gertrude decided it was up to her to ensure her own happiness. Armed with a plan of action, Princess Gertrude found herself lost and alone. Not everything goes to plan, and Princess Gertrude learns sometimes you need to be lost to find yourself.A spin-off retelling of Cinderella.** Mature content, 18 and over only, please! **
The Hare and Baboon and other Stories
The Hare and Baboon and other Stories is a collection of 7 fables from 7 different countries on the African continent: Nigeria, Togo, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Angola, Cameroon, and Cote d'Ivoire. These tales are filled with the warmth of Africa and offer a glimpse into the cultures they are set in. They are filled with talking animals and adventurous quests. They generally include morals that teach us to be better people. Among other things, the stories explain how the tortoise's shell became cracked, and how fire came to earth. Each story is accompanied by an original illustration painted by the artist Thamba Tabvuma.
A Wander Within Wonder
A sword and sorcery tale of an Everyman who finds great success in life but doesn't understand where that success comes from or that he will ultimately face judgement for his progress and choices.'A Wander Within Wonder' was originally written as a verse narrative of 3,000 lines of iambic rhymed couplets, divided into three parts of 100 stanzas of 10 lines each. Here that verse narrative is presented with a few minor corrections, and is joined by a prose narrative version of the same story.
Cuentos de Miedo para Ni簽os
Los ni簽os siempre han tenido un inter矇s especial en los temas sobrenaturales, pues en su imaginaci籀n es posible cualquier cosa, incluso interactuar con seres fant獺sticos como duendes, ogros, brujas e incluso fantasmas. "Cuentos de ni簽os", podr獺n decir algunos. Esta obra presenta una serie de cuentos infantiles pensados para ni簽os de corta edad, incluso para infantes que apenas comienzan a leer. Su lectura no les provocar獺 pesadillas, pero tampoco dejar獺n de sentir el miedo que a todos nos gusta experimentar con este tipo de historias. En los cuentos aqu穩 presentados, los protagonistas son precisamente ni簽os, para que estos tengan una mayor identificaci籀n con los personajes y, 聶por qu矇 no?, tal vez con las historias mismas, pues tal vez ellos hayan experimentado algo semejante a lo aqu穩 presentado. Si t繳 no eres ni簽o, no importa, las historias de terror son muy entretenidas y ser獺n de tu agrado. As穩 que si矇ntate con tu hijo, alumno o hermanito y disfrutad juntos de estas historias de miedo. Libro educativo recomendado para ni簽os menores de diez a簽os, padres y profesores
Hassa and the Lion
Hassa is a healer, a priestess, and a sorceress. She is also irrevocably happy where she is, in the highlands of Iris Sanctuary. But when wars outside the sanctuary's safe walls threaten her people, she's sent on a quest to ask for aid. Soon everything she knows and believes will be tested. Can all conflicts really be solved peacefully, or are her teachers wrong?
Chinese Myths; An Illustrated Collection
Volume 1 contains the first five stories of a 25-story collection of illustrated Chinese myths. Each classic story is roughly 8 pages with 8 original illustrations per story.These books were written for children, in hopes of sharing fascinating Chinese tales and culture with young readers around the world.In this volume, the earth is formed, and newly created people strive to survive in their new world amidst help and mischeif from gods and goddesses. The volume's five stories include: "Pangu Forms the Land and Sky," "Nuwa Prepares People," "Gonggong Strikes Buzhou Mountain," "Nuwa Patches the Sky with Swirls," and "Kuafu Chases the Sun."About Our TeamRETELLING AUTHOR - TOBY JOHNSONToby Johnson has lived in Beijing, China for the past 10 years, where he currently serves as Education Director of USA English. As a student and teacher of languages, he values the role stories play in enhancing student attention and retention. With a Classical Studies minor from Depauw University, Toby has always loved classical cultures and mythology.In addition to retelling these 25 myths, Toby is author of the Animal Pals series, a collection of 25 decodable readers for USA English's Phunics - Fun Phonics decodable reader program.ILLUSTRATOR--HAO Hao is a high level illustrator who prefers to keep a low profile. EDITOR - MARIE FURNARYMarie Furnary founded The North Fork School in McCall, Idaho in 1996, where author Toby Johnson took English and history classes from grades 6-12. The school's dual-enrollment, private, academically challenging, college-preparatory humanities classes supplant coursework at local public schools, which retain all government funding.Marie was the Boise Alternative Education Examiner for Examiner.com, and has been a full member of The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators for more than twenty years. She has been a freelance writer for National Geographic WORLD Magazine, and has sold articles to various other publications.RESEARCH CONSULTANT - JUNZHE GAOJunzhe Gao researched and discussed Chinese myths in weekly meetings over several years with Toby Johnson to retell them in English. Through analyzing Chinese language print books, academic papers, and online sources, Junzhe advised on the accuracy, timeline, and cultural background of the different versions of these selected myths to distill five coherent volumes. Elegantly navigating the line between myth and history, Junzhe helped retain the original cultural flavor of these stories.Junzhe has a Master of Arts from Renmin University of China, and a Bachelor of Science in Education Technology from Beijing Normal University.
Acme
A whole new world. Well, the framework. Surely nothing will go wrong. Artorian shrugged off moonfall and war like it was a gentle rain, and must now face new trials. Specifically: life in the world created by the Dungeon Core, Cal. Unfortunately, Cal has only put together the most bare-bones of systems. He's no stranger to solving near impossible problems; how difficult could it be to smooth out the slew of angry Mages with bitter rivalries, uncountable hidden secrets, a complete inability to cultivate, and a Dungeon creating messes at full speed? One way or another, it is up to Artorian to pick up the pieces. He's ready to roll up his sleeves and administrate. There are some very serious holes in this world, and the old academic is determined to fix them.
The Eagle and The Butterfly
A butterfly must venture into hell to rescue the beloved Lady of the High Castle and stop the forces of evil from destroying the earth. This allegorical quest novel is steeped in folklore including North European myths and legends. The book includes two versions: the original deeply allegorical story, and a simpler version for children aged 9+.
The Harvest Moon
Jackson Kinnard, a shifter adopted as an infant after the death of his parents, never truly felt like he fit in with those around him. Now sixteen-years-old, he leaves his life in Chicago behind as he travels in search of his real family. His father was a pure-blood with no known relatives. But his mother, a half-blood, left behind a sister. Jackson goes to Marksville Louisiana in hopes to reunite with his long-lost aunt and finds himself in a world of trouble as he runs into a new pack of shifters. An underground cult, fed up with a life of rules and secrecy has a plan to dismantle the council one region a time. To live and rule as the dominant species they were born to be. But Jackson isn't alone. Descending into the hidden world of witchcraft when he befriends a young woman named Delilah, who is the key to helping him stop the group's evil plan. In this prequel to River's Moonlight, take a trip into the past as the worlds of werewolves and witchcraft collide, and Jackson learns that love and freedom never comes without a sacrifice.
Literacy and Orality, the intriguing South Pacific Islands
The classic account by doyen prize-winning anthropologist Ruth Finnegan of the issues, crucial for us all, surrounding oral and written communication as they worked - and still work - out in the romantic islands dotted round the Pacific Ocean. A riveting short book, remarkable equally for its scholarship and its readability. Not to be missed by anyone interested in these fundamental processes of our culture, Read more in Ruth's fabulous Orality and Literacy series - she is an accepted world authority on these far-reaching issues - of interest and importance to each of us. And then about the hidden nature of human communication in the so-often-misunderstood secrets revealed in her 'Communicating' and how we so amazingly overlap with animals and even have much to learn from them (startle your friends - and yourself!)
The Unicorn, the Mystery
"In The Unicorn, The Mystery, we meet a unicorn who tells us the story of the seven tapestries, called "The Hunt of the Unicorn" from the 1500s on display in "the unicorn room" in The Cloister in Manhattan, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The tapestries tell the story of what is still called an "unsolved mystery." The story is set in an abbey in France not far from the barn in the countryside where the tapestries were discovered. Pursued by a band of hunters, the unicorn is led along by observing birds, smelling and eating the abbey flowers and fruits (including imbibing in fermented pomegranates), pursuing chaste maidens (there is one in the tapestry) and at times speaks to other animals such as the majestic stag.Experience a magical, medieval world through the eyes of a unicorn and the heretical young monk who is enthralled by her in The Unicorn, The Mystery by Janet Mason. Hunters are out to capture and perhaps kill the unicorn. The monk's devotion may turn out to be the unicorn's rescue or downfall. Like a beautiful tapestry, the novel weaves together theological debate and unforgettable characters, including queer nuns and their secret cat companion. Mason blends myth and history to conjure up a spellbinding vision." - Kittredge Cherry, Publisher, Qspirit.net, Author of "Jesus in Love: A Novel""In her latest novel, The Unicorn, the Mystery, Janet Mason weaves a fascinating tale told from the alternating perspectives of a unicorn and a monk. With the gorgeous and magical Unicorn Tapestries at the Cloisters in New York as a conduit, Janet Mason unfolds her story with lyricism, poetry, philosophy, and a profound spiritual consciousness." - Maria Fama, Poet and Educator, author of The Good for the Good, Other Nations: an animal journal, and other books."The Unicorn, The Mystery has all the big ideas -- passion, redemption, guilt, loneliness, empathy, pride, destiny, humility, lust, and love - told in simple, down-to-earth language. The unicorn's story will resonate with me for a long time." - Louis Greenstein, author, The Song of LifeJanet Mason, an award-winning creative writer, is the author of THEY, a biblical tale of secret genders (Adelaide Books; 2018). Her book Tea Leaves, a memoir of mothers and daughters (Bella Books; 2012) was chosen by the American Library Association for its 2013 Over the Rainbow List. Tea Leaves also received a Goldie Award. Mason is also a teacher, a Unitarian Universalist lay minister, and blogger.
The Medallion Mythos
Nestled below the infamous Tinru Mountains, Medallion is a small town steeped in legend. How much of it is true though? Perhaps even more than we know. The Medallion Mythos takes us on a journey through the past to show us just how dire the present situation is as an array of characters meet in the fight to establish which force will reign supreme - Nature or Chaos.
Wise Tales From the Jewish World
This book contains fifty-five of the most engaging fables and parables the Jewish tradition has to offer. It includes ancient tales taken from the Talmud and the Midrash, parables articulated by the rabbis of the Middle Ages, and more recent fables told by the charismatic leaders of the Hassidic Movement. If you take them seriously, these stories may make a real impact on the way you view your life.Jewish readers may discover in these tales the wisdom of their ancestors. Teachers and educators may find them handy for preparing lectures and stimulating class debates. Parents may use them as instructive bedtime stories. And anyone else - no matter what his or her religious conviction or cultural background may be - would surely enjoy perusing through these enchanting tales of kings and princesses, mirrors and spoons, lions and foxes.
Bride of the Forest - THE UNTOLD STORY OF YAYATI’S DAUGHTER
DescriptionThe myth of Drishadvati appears in the Mahabharata as the 'story of thesalvation of kings by a maiden.' While tales of surrogacy abound in theIndian epics, this is the first known example of a womb-on-rent. This strangestory-of a girl whose fertility was bartered repeatedly in exchange forpriceless horses-has intrigued modern scholars, playwrights and authors forits cultural significance. While earlier adaptations have cast its theme as theexploitation of a helpless woman, Bride of the Forest presents it as the story ofgirl who is surprisingly radical in her ultimate rejection of patriarchy.Staying true to the original myths and springing entirely from the world ofthe Mahabharata, the novel brings to life several other characters: Garuda, the divine bird who flies Lord Vishnu around the world: the proud kingsof Ayodhya, Pratisthan and Kashi; the arrogant queen, Devayani, and herduplicitous maid-whose stories reveal an intricate tapestry of human anddivine relationships. Intertwined in the tales of traditional rivalries is theage-old war between the asuras and the devas that gave rise to the perennialmale quest for immortality, transmuted into the human desire for sons thatlies at the root of commercial surrogacy even today. However, it is the story ofDrishadvati, her sacrifice and her nobility, that will enchant the reader.
Asexual Myths & Tales
Once upon a time, our ancestors told tales of asexuality, symbolic stories that hint at other identities: a princess who grows a beard to escape marriage, a knight who forsakes his wife's bed to become a werewolf, a goddess with detachable parts, a planet where everyone is asexual.Drawn from many times and places, retold and reimagined for the 21st century, Elizabeth Hopkinson's second book of myths and tales brings asexuality out of the closet and gives it the history it has been denied.
The Rise of the Warrior
Dedra L. Stevenson's The Rise of the Warrior: A Dark Fantasy Adventure of Battle, Love, and the Struggle Against Evil. In The Rise of the Warrior, Phoenix Kassim steps deeper into her destiny as a warrior, training under her mentor, Sophia, to master combat against dark supernatural forces. Her journey is fraught with unexpected danger, testing her courage and pushing her toward a fearless, unyielding strength. Phoenix faces a powerful new threat: the ruthless generals of the Jinn-Coulda, Bafeemus, and Angrit-who race to free their master from a watery prison and unleash a dark army upon the world. Determined to acquire the ancient tools of the Hakima, Phoenix is caught between her duty and the lure of young love, facing temptation from a mysterious hybrid of human and jinn. As her lonely heart wavers, she must choose between her mission to protect humanity and the dangerous allure of her powerful adversary. Will Phoenix remain faithful to her cause, or will her heart lead her astray? The Rise of the Warrior is a gripping tale of dark fantasy, supernatural adventure, and a young heroine's battle between love and loyalty, perfect for fans of epic fantasy, jinn mythology, and high-stakes quests for power.
The Revenge of the Blue Jinni
Dedra L. Stevenson's The Revenge of the Blue Jinni: A Supernatural Fantasy of Heritage, Power, and Dark Forces. Phoenix Kassim, a young Arab American with extraordinary abilities, has always seen beings invisible to others-some friendly, others dangerously malevolent. When her family relocates to their ancestral homeland, they discover powerful supernatural forces bent on preventing Phoenix from realizing her true destiny. As an ancient prophecy begins to unfold, Phoenix must navigate a world of hidden realms, ancient rivalries, and an emerging army of dark spirits that threaten her life. Faced with an arch-rival prepared to breach the human dimension, Phoenix races against time to understand her unique role and tap into a heritage long dismissed as mere folklore. Will she uncover her true powers in time to confront the dark forces closing in around her? The Revenge of the Blue Jinni is a captivating blend of supernatural fantasy, cultural mysticism, and coming-of-age themes, perfect for readers seeking thrilling tales of magic, heritage, and epic battles between light and dark.
The Dawn of Redemption
Dedra L. Stevenson's The Dawn of Redemption: An Epic Battle of Light and Darkness for Humanity's Survival. In The Dawn of Redemption, Phoenix Kassim stands as a powerful warrior and leader of the Army of the Hakima, humanity's last line of defense against the overwhelming forces of the Jinn. Despite her efforts, the Dark One has risen, and the Blue Jinni, along with the twelve tribes of the Jinn, has unleashed a devastating siege on the human world. With humanity on its knees, Phoenix and her army, aided by the mystical wolves of the Earth, must hold the line against certain destruction. Yet, with every battle, the Army of the Hakima grows weaker, and Phoenix faces betrayal and heartache that threaten to break her resolve. As the dark forces close in, Phoenix must uncover the ultimate path to salvation, risking everything to protect the world she loves. Will the Hakima and their allies be enough to stop the onslaught, or will humanity fall into darkness and enslavement? The Dawn of Redemption is a thrilling epic fantasy filled with high-stakes action, mythical creatures, and a young hero's journey to defend humanity. Perfect for fans of supernatural battles, heroic sagas, and stories of resilience and redemption. ________________________________________
Heaven’s A Beach
The second book of the completed psychic detective seriesFor better or worse Jane has three problems.Michael, the sexy archangel who says all the right things.Gabriel, the party boy with abs of steel.And Lucifer, the devil in the sack.Sure, it's hard to juggle the three of them, but Jane wouldn't have it any other way. Or would she?When a new case opens at a local beach resort, netting Jane and her three sexy angels a free all-expenses paid vacation if she can catch the crooks, well, Jane just might find she enjoys the simple pleasures of free margaritas, shirtless hotties, and massages.There's just one more problem.She actually has to solve the case.
Children
Defy the Gods. Forge your destiny.Maya, fostered by the Gods and sent away to fend for herself, is fed up with a life of servitude and deception. To find and assemble the pieces of her real identity, she must embark on a perilous quest. Her only weapon is magic she doesn't understand; her shield - defiance. Magni, son of Thor, wants the quiet life of a blacksmith. But destiny has other plans. When his world is shattered, he's thrust into a realm of chaos and conflict. With a heart that yearns for peace, Magni is forced to wield his hammer as a weapon to battle those who use him as a tool. Bound by circumstance, Maya and Magni form an unlikely alliance. Forced to confront their pasts, they must forge a future where they hold the reins of their own destinies. Love and loyalty will be tested as they fight to change the Universe, challenge the Gods... and survive their wrath.2020 Stabby Nominee - Best Self-Published/Independent Novel2022 Queer Indie Lit Award2022 Picky Bookworm Award - Best Worldbuilding"The main thing which struck me was how different it was. Completely unlike the mainstream trad published fantasy. Then I went off and had a little cry." - Tim Hardie, author of Hall of Bones and A Quiet Vengeance"A haunting, brutal, and emotional coming of age story, steeped in Norse mythology and written in spare but lyrical prose, Children is a book that demands to be felt rather than read. Its hard-hitting story and dark humor combine to make this a grim book with lots of heart, a book that will stick with me for a long time." - Angela Boord, author of Fortune's Fool"Faced with gods who are interested only in their own goals, happy to use their own children to further their ambition in the face of a foretold end, Children can be read as allegory or fantasy. Drawing on established Norse myths but adding a unique interpretation, Larssen's tale made me wince with witnessed pain, and cry, and, once or twice, snort with laughter. His evocative prose will linger in my mind for a long time. Not a book easily forgotten." - Marian L Thorpe, author of Empress & Soldier and Empire's Daughter"This dark retelling of Asgard's pantheon is no rosy Marvel Universe depiction, the violence and savagery of the deities and their contemporaries being on full display. [...] Children is as actually less of a coming-of-age tale as it is a study of trauma, a commentary on classism and privilege, an observation on the expectations placed on each other by child and parent, and a questioning of what it says about us when one group of people can dehumanize another." - Grimdark MagazineNote: British English conventions, spelling, and grammar were used in this book.The book includes strong language, depictions of sexual, physical, and emotional violence. For full list of triggers, which may contain spoilers, see: https: //www.bjornlarssen.com/children-tw
