Legends of the Seminoles
Late at night around the campfires, Seminole children safely tucked into mosquito nets used to listen to the elders retelling the old stories and legends. The priceless tales of mischievous Rabbit, the Corn Lady, the Deer Girl, and the creatures of the Everglades are all written down and collected here for readers of all ages. This is a portrait of the beliefs and lifeways of the Seminoles of Florida as well as a delightful read for anyone interested in the first peoples of Florida.
A Wild Winter Swan
After brilliantly reimagining the worlds of Oz, Wonderland, Dickensian London, and the Nutcracker, the New York Times bestselling author of Wicked turns his unconventional genius to Hans Christian Andersen's "The Wild Swans," transforming this classic tale into an Italian-American girl's poignant coming-of-age story, set amid the magic of Christmas in 1960s New York.Following her brother's death and her mother's emotional breakdown, Laura now lives on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, in a lonely townhouse she shares with her old-world, strict, often querulous grandparents. But the arrangement may be temporary. The quiet, awkward teenager has been getting into trouble at home and has been expelled from her high school for throwing a record album at a popular girl who bullied her. When Christmas is over and the new year begins, Laura may find herself at boarding school in Montreal. Nearly unmoored from reality through her panic and submerged grief, Laura is startled when a handsome swan boy with only one wing lands on her roof. Hiding him from her ever-bickering grandparents, Laura tries to build the swan boy a wing so he can fly home. But the task is too difficult to accomplish herself. Little does Laura know that her struggle to find help for her new friend parallels that of her grandparents, who are desperate for a distant relative's financial aid to save the family store. As he explores themes of class, isolation, family, and the dangerous yearning to be saved by a power greater than ourselves, Gregory Maguire conjures a haunting, beautiful tale of magical realism that illuminates one young woman's heartbreak and hope as she begins the inevitable journey to adulthood.
Letters from Father Christmas, Centenary Edition
For fans of J.R.R. Tolkien and lovers of Christmas holidays, Letters from Father Christmas, Centenary Edition is a gorgeous, full-color, festive gift featuring a wealth of letters and illustrations that Tolkien created for his children, appearing in a smaller, more reader-friendly trim size for the first time. This handsome edition also includes an introduction from daughter-in-law Baillie Tolkien, reflecting on the centenary anniversary of the letters, as well as a personal note by Tolkien himself. Every December, an envelope bearing a stamp from the North Pole would arrive for J.R.R. Tolkien's children. Inside would be a letter in strange spidery handwriting and a beautiful colored drawing or some sketches. The letters, part of a beloved holiday tradition, were from Father Christmas.They told wonderful tales of life at the North Pole: how all the reindeer got loose and scattered presents all over the place; how the accident-prone Polar Bear climbed the North Pole and fell through the roof of Father Christmas's house into the dining room; how he broke the Moon into four pieces and made the Man in it fall into the back garden; how there were wars with the troublesome horde of goblins who lived in the caves beneath the house!Sometimes the Polar Bear would scrawl a note, and sometimes Ilbereth the Elf would write in his elegant flowing script, adding yet more life and humor to the stories. No reader, young or old, can fail to be charmed by the inventiveness and "authenticity" of Tolkien's Letters from Father Christmas, a perfect choice for a family read-aloud.What really happens at the North Pole when December arrives?Authentic Father Christmas Letters: Read the charming, funny, and imaginative letters J.R.R. Tolkien wrote and addressed to his children from the North Pole each year.Stunning Tolkien Illustrations: Discover a wealth of beautiful, full-color drawings and sketches that Tolkien created himself to bring the magical stories to life.Whimsical North Pole Adventures: Delight in tales of the clumsy but lovable Polar Bear, escaped reindeer, and epic wars with the troublesome goblins who live in the caves.A Cherished Festive Gift: Presented in a handsome, reader-friendly size, this centenary edition is the perfect present for Tolkien fans and families looking for a new Christmas story.
Huntsmen And Hoods
Red has always wanted to be a Huntsman, and now her dream is about to come true.Between training and proving herself to the other Huntsmen, the last thing on Red's mind is her prophecy. But when a letter about her sick Grandmother arrives, she has no choice but to let it start.With her Huntsman partner's lessons, tracking training, and her former sweetheart on the loose around camp, Red has enough to contend with already. Can Red stop her prophecy from unfolding before it's too late? Welcome to Grimm Academy, where fairy tale characters go to escape their foretold fate. - Huntsmen And Hoods is part of the Grimm Academy series and is based on the fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood. It includes a sweet m/f romance.
Spindles And Spells
Briar doesn't believe in Once Upon A Time... Her whole life, Briar has been told about her fate, but she doesn't believe a word. Now she's forced to go to Grimm Academy along with all the other fairy tale characters trying to avoid their tales. When she finds a spindle in one of the tallest towers, she begins to believe, but is it already too late?Welcome to Grimm Academy, where fairy tale characters go to escape their foretold fate. - Spindles And Spells is part of the Grimm Academy series and is based on the fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty. It includes a sweet m/f romance.
Pumpkins And Proms
Sent to Grimm Academy by her jealous step-mother, Ella is determined to make the most of the opportunity. With her friends by her side, and her dress-making lessons with Rapunzel progressing well, she's starting to think she can avoid her prophecy after all. But when her dress is ruined the night before a masked ball, she has to face the truth. Can she stop her prophecy by midnight? -Pumpkins And Proms is part of the Grimm Academy series and is based on the fairy tale of Cinderella. It includes a sweet m/f romance.
Halo
The stage is set. The armies are in their positions.However, what Ariel had gathered hardly can be called an "army", maybe a mob at a push, but it's all she has. This handful of the fallen is her only chance for survival in the final battle. The pages of the final book of the "Celestial Creatures" are full of betrayal, power struggle, the final battle, heartache and fulfilling one's destiny: becoming the feared archangel, the sole ruler of Heaven.
Quest Of The Goddess
Searching for gods isn't easy, especially when they don't want to be found.A quiet life is what Hathor deserves now that fewer people remember her name. But when another goddess enlists her to the fight against spreading chaos, she finds herself out in the world for the first time in thousands of years. Finding the other gods turns out to be the least of her worries. Somehow, she has to convince them to actually help her, and that's not as easy as she'd hoped. -Quest Of The Goddess is the first book in the Consorts of the Goddess Trilogy and is based on Ancient Egyptian Mythology.
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
Man Shark
A work of literary historical fiction, Man Shark is based on an unusual story amid the extensive oral literature of the Marshall Islanders that uncharacteristically has no ending. Tarmalu leaves her baby in the care of others while she leads her fleet of proa from the shelter of the Wotho Atoll lagoon out into the open ocean to save their craft from the certain destruction of an oncoming typhoon. Never heard from again, her son, Ḷainjin grows up to undertake an epic search for her creating a renowned navigational chant to record the seamarks along the way. Does he ever find her?Man Shark is the first book of a multigenerational story that attempts to complete this untold tale. His unspeakable prequel search completed, Ḷainjin grasps at his last chance for the happiness of a normal life. The hardened seafarer meets Liṃanṃan at sea prior to a storm that shall forever intertwine their lives. She captivates his attention, but once ashore, can he resist the enticements of Likkōkālọk her matrilineal cousin and heir apparent to her father's atoll?Throughout the series, Gerald R. Knight retells many of the classic mythologies translated in his book Man This Reef, this time told from his character's perspectives, with words woven into the cultural setting of his novel."Fans of prehistoric fiction will enjoy this thoroughly researched and often charming tale. An engrossing, realistic, and deeply detailed story set in Micronesia's legendary past." -- Kirkus Reviews
The First Fairy Tale
The First Fairy Tale: Book III Making Sense Parents have always recognized that reading to their children is a good idea. In fact, even respected authorities like Albert Einstein have recommended reading fairy tales to children. Ancient cultures have told stories and sung songs to children-even while the children were being carried in the wombs of their mothers. Current research is now proving that babies hear while in-utero, and they remember the stories and songs they heard!The First Fairy Tales are a series of stories that portray an idyllic journey. From the compelling union of masculine and feminine energies (The First Fairy Tale I: The Adventure Begins), throughout the development of the heart (The First Fairy Tale II: The Awakening Heart), and now to the magnificent assemblage of a body and senses ready to be born into the light (The First Fairy Tale III: Making Sense), each fairy tale describes an ideal passage that prepares Little Ones for a successful transition surrounded with love and traversed with ease.In Joy, read these fairy tales to your Little One while you are pregnant. Your baby will get the idea! Your Little One will hear and internalize a model of a journey in which obstacles are overcome and development is both fun and awe-inspiring. Your baby will hear your voice conveying how much you appreciate the creative process being undertaken and will sense your anticipation of holding this Precious One in your arms. It is never too soon to begin communicating with your Little One who may be saying, "Tell me a story. I'm here, and I'm listening!"
The Petite Chronicles
I n this busy world I hope the reader will enjoy this collection of short stories which for the most partof just the right length to enjoy with a coffee break.Retiring to Spain gave me the time and peace of mind enough to try my hand at writing fiction. Ihave been lucky enough to have had two novels published with a third, which will complete thetrilogy, half-way to being finished.I also enjoy the less intense experience of writing short stories and have had some success in havinga few of my offerings published in the odd magazine and on that basis I hope the contents of ThePetite Chronicles is well received and makes pleasurable reading.
On the Luck of an Irish Sailor
On The Luck of an Irish Sailor is a fantasy tale of how a young Irish sailor, while cast adrift in the ocean sea, is then saved from drowning by both the efforts of a mermaid princes and his Irish luck. The tale was inspired by the stories I heard as a little boy while sitting at the kitchen table at our large Italian family dinners. My grandpa and uncles would tell tales of fishing the waters off the Coast of California and up through the inland passages of Alaska. I recall my grandpa Angelo telling of the scary time when he was a cabin boy of 12, and was captured by pirates while working on the tall ships. And then there was the neverending argument of whether the strange creature my grandpa and my uncle Cam had caught off the coast of Alaska was either a mermaid or a merman. I was (and still am), that wee lad in our story, sitting wide-eyed and half-believing, but never tiring of hearing those wonder filled stories told by those 'salty old jacks'.
The Tale of Forty Seven Ronins
The Tale of Forty Seven Ronins is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Tales of the Zeliangrong Naga
A python becomes a man to marry a girl; a boy becomes a hornbill to escape his step-mother; the animals gather at a house-warming party; the earth starts to rotate on its axis because of the efforts of the earthworm to bite its tail. Welcome to the magic world of Niumadian, Aneuwang, Anguma, Ahmang, Nothithian and dozens of other heroes, heroines, vampires and witches, gods, elves and imps. Find out how that dog got on to the moon, why rabbit bums are so fatty, why the robin is so small .... Learn about the ancient beliefs and superstitions of the Zeliangongs, their customary laws and practices, their traditions of marriage and social life, their work and their pleasure, their sense of beauty and of justice, their daily activities of hunting, fishing and agriculture.Stories of love and hate, wealth and poverty, power and humiliation, pain and pleasure, jealousies and licentiousness, cruelty and vengeance - the gamut of all emotions a human being may experience in a lifetime. Perhaps it is difficult to believe that all this and much more can be found a collection of 24 folktales of the Zeliangrong. This particular volume gives you that and more.Do not miss it if you are a Zeliangrong. If you are not, all the more reason to read it. You wouldn't then be surprised the next time you see snakes with ear-rings, men with the features of a tiger, or even when a marriage proposal to you from an elf, an imp, a tiger, a python or - why not - a god or a goddess
East of the Sun and West of the Moon
Kay Nielsen, one of the most famous children's book illustrators of all time, will delight children and adults, with this his masterpiece. The stories he illustrated were gathered by famed folklorists and inseparable friends, Peter Christen Asbj繪rnsen and J繪rgen Moe who were the Norwegian Brothers Grimm, travelling the length of Norway in search of folktales. Their stories are "the never-failing springs of sentiment, of sensation, of heroic example, from which primeval peoples drank their fi
Tales of Derwentdale & the extraordinary J. W. Fawcett
The Durham Derwent Valley is the home of the Land of Oak & Iron. The riches of the area lie not only in fertile soil, mineral wealth, invention, industry and a history that goes back to the Romans: its greatest wealth lies in its people. Teeming with devils, boggles, witches, giants and marauding moss-troopers, the Tales of Derwentdale conjure the magical mysterious past of our farms and villages. In setting down these myths, legends and anecdotes in 1902, James William Fawcett drew on centuries of traditional tales, many of them passed down by word of mouth. But it turns out the man himself was a mystery, and some of his best stories were about himself. Traveller, adventurer, naturalist, linguist, historian and writer he certainly was. But was he also an intelligence officer working closely with Lord Kitchener? Did he really enter Khartoum immediately after the murder of General Gordon? Was he shipwrecked three times and rescued by gunboat?Last published in 1902, this new edition of the Tales of Derwentdale, now illustrated by the wondrous woodcuts of Thomas Bewick, will thrill and entertain a new generation of readers. And then the extraordinary story of James William Fawcett is told for the first time, along with extensive extracts from his wonderful work on the natural history of the Land of Oak & Iron.
The Entries of the Black Sails
Matuka awakens on a burning ship. He is alone, physically wounded, and without memory. The remnants of war surround him and the smell of smoke is his breath of fresh air. He is a young boy, lost at sea with no recollection of who, what, where, when, or why.The Entries of the Black Sails is an oceanic journey about Matuka and his quest to find his lost memory. Along the way, he encounters six other young, lost souls. All minors, alone at sea, together they navigate the path before them and explore one another's minds as they seek to find their identify and purpose. This is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and purpose, filled with adventure and creative plot twists to keep you on edge! Follow along the voyage of the guild of the mighty & brave, the crew with the black sails!
Chasing Bluebells
Once upon a time, somewhere in France, there was a man whose reckless obsession led him down a dark path - one which, ultimately, cost him his life. That ought to have been the end of it.Regrettably, as is so often the case, those who least deserve it, suffer for the actions of others. A decade after being sent away, Sebastien Daviau returns to the little village where everything began.Hoping to lay the ghosts of his childhood to rest, he studiously ignores the possibility, he might run into Charlotte de Montbeliard.As luck would have it, Charlotte is the one who runs into him? well, his horse? and although the brief encounter leaves a lasting impression, neither recognises the other. A name revealed causes a freak accident, catapulting Sebastien's past into his present, and bringing him face to face with a man whose reputation would intimidate the most ardent of suitors.Can whatever is blossoming between Charlotte and Sebastien survive the challenge imposed, or is their happily ever after about to fade as quickly as the bluebells they loved to chase?
Pathways, Puzzles and Possibilities
Our life journeys cross many landscapes, some where the terrain is green and lush and others where it is rocky or mountainous. I invite you to go on a series of magical explorations where lessons are learned, pathways are forged, and obstacles are overcome. While the characters include gnomes, dragons, and even a fairy princess, this is built on a true story that highlights the importance of being kind to yourself, aligning your inner resources, and designing your own unique life tapestry-allowing the world to see the truth of who you are. As we each take responsibility for our pathways in life and the possibilities we create, how do we solve the various life puzzles presented to us? Consider: How do you feel you fit in and belong with your family? Are you looking for your "tribe," or have you already found that connection?Are you surrounded by naysayers or cheerleaders?Do you see obstacles or opportunities?Do you honor yourself or allow yourself to be bullied or bully yourself? Do you allow the truth of who you are to shine through?
Beyond the Mist
The first book of a trilogy of stories about mountain walks where a mist envelops either one or both of the brothers these stories relate to. This first book involves only the one brother, or does it?
Old Hige-
As children, we fear the darkness. It holds mysteries and dangers that we are not aware of and brings our greatest fears into reality. For Caleb a young eight-year-old boy his fears come to light in his nightmares, appearing as the evil duppy Old Hige, an evil ghost that steals children away in the night. For Caleb Old Hige represents everything in which he fears, such as solitude, being unwanted and death. Everything that occurs in Caleb's life Old Hige distorts in his nightmares, forcing him to challenge the things in which he fears most.
Corona Soup
Corona Soup is a heartwarming tale about a young girl named Gaia who lives with her family in Rome, Italy. When a global pandemic strikes, and everyone in the country is ordered to stay home and keep their distance from others, Gaia comes up with an innovative way to check on a neighbor who is dear to the entire community.
Surviving Death
A prophecy. A rebellion. A young woman thrust to the forefront. Welcome to the afterlife.Tilly's death isn't going very well. She's been assigned the last job anyone wants: escorting souls to Hell. Worse, the afterlife is run on an automated system of justice based on arbitrary rules and three-strike punishments, and despite her best intentions, her strikes are running out.One more screw up and she'll be damned for all eternity. Just like her mother. Furious at the ridiculous rules in the afterlife, Tilly risks her own damnation in a search for justice. She sets out on a quest through Heaven and Hell-one that makes her the accidental face of a rebellion and leads her to an ultimate showdown with Lucifer and Death himself.Her mother's soul-and the souls of mankind-depend on her.
Critter’s Choice
A stunning fable about life and death and what it means to choose. Cherrie Adams lovingly pays tribute to her late son, accompanied by full colour illustrations by Lucinda Gregory.'I want to go down there. I want to be a human boy.' A long slender finger was pointing in the direction of a place far, far away. Beyond the clouds, through the darkness and into the light, where I knew that a small blue-green planet sat proudly in the infinite vastness that enveloped it.EARTH.The most challenging, yet the most loving of all the destinations...Critter has come to Earth by accident. He has lived with the fullness and stubborness of his heart but now faces his biggest challenge. ... as these words escape my mouth, I feel the full weight of their meaning. I am 26-years-old with an unacceptable medical diagnosis, but I have HOPE.As Critter writes his Wish List, memories of his past come like a movie reel. He knows that he is strong enough to live and has so much support and love around him. What is his Life's Mission and what choices are left to him?This is the story of real life Critter, who was given the devastating diagnosis that lead to his untimely death at age 26. Part fable, part biography, Critter's Choice will have you thinking about life, death, family and what it all means to you - a beautiful portrait of what it is to live in the fullness of your heart and that you are strong enough to live it.
First Chasm
'Where the Pale Towers couldn't reach-the Sin Binders did.'Daren is a nineteen-year-old military trainee, fresh out of Illustrander's Pillar Academy, carrying the transitionary rank of 'Warrant Officer, ' ready to ascend among the ranks of the Sin Binders; the royal guard of Illustrander's Pale Towers.In order to complete his transition into officership, Daren is assigned to a squad and is called upon to fulfill a contract to hunt down a flock of harpies that have been tormenting the peaceful settlements around the peaks of Karnerk Rise. But, having lived his entire life behind the safety of Illustrander's great granite walls and with the unexpected appearance of an Alpha Chasmal, Daren soon discovers that the world outside the capital is more vast and perplexing than he'd ever imagined. The seemingly simple hunt turns into something more convoluting and far-reaching than he will ever know, and the events of it will leave a lasting impact for the rest of his life."The red threads, Daren. When the time comes, embrace them-let them entwine. Let them twist and interweave on the tapestry of time."'First Chasm: A Simple Harpy Hunt' is a Dark Fantasy, novella meant to set up character arcs and world-building that will be revisited and expanded upon in the series 'The Blood Chasms of Illustrander.'
The Fairy Garden
A whimsical story about facing our deepest fears and greatest loves, and what we all must do to grow into the life we were meant to experience.Elizabeth's secret began when she was five years old, a secret she held close her entire life. As far as she knew, she was the only person who could see the fairies living in her grandfather's garden. They play with her and show her their world, and as she grows older, they guide her through the important moments of her life. The fairies, and especially Olivia, were her closest friends.But where were they when everything fell apart? Why didn't they save her grandfather when he needed help, and why didn't they warn her about the things she had to endure? Surely the fairies, who seemed to have a prescience about the future, knew what Elizabeth would have to tolerate. After the death of her grandfather, Elizabeth moves into his house to begin the process of healing. But when her daughter begins to see and play with the fairies, Elizabeth has a choice to make. Will she accept her daughter's new friends or will she find a way to banish them from her life forever?
Croatian Tales of Long Ago
This vibrant and illustrated selection of Croatian myths and heroic folk tales offers stunning glimpses into a centuries-old culture.The familiar themes of the fairy tale - the gallant hero, fearsome beast, and damsel-in-distress - were popular with the storytellers of Croatia of old. What makes these stories so interesting is the local variations of familiar narratives; the maritime culture of Croatia is reflected in the story of Fisherman Plunk, whose poverty motivates him to seek adventure. Many of the mystical creatures described are peculiar to the Croatian culture, with dialogue between humans and creatures of the wilderness plus poetic verses giving each story a distinctive tone.Croatia's folklore is understood to be a local variation on the wider grouping of Slavic myths. Exotic and unfamiliar to Western readers, the stories are made vivid by the illustrations of Vladimir Kirin, whose unique style brings the creatures and scenes of the stories alive. The translator F. S. Copeland sought to preserve the accuracy and uniqueness of Croatia's folklore, and appends at the conclusion a series of interpretive notes so readers can better understand the stories and the names of the characters.
Mitolog穩a N籀rdica
Antes de que la corriente del cristianismo influyera en la mayor parte del mundo occidental, la magia y la tradici籀n eran abundantes en la vida de los n籀rdicos. Estos grandes hombres y mujeres del saber popular nos hablan de batallas glorificadas, fuertes linajes nobles y honor frente a la adversidad. Celebramos las incre穩bles historias de Loki y Frigga, el poderoso Thor y el todopoderoso Od穩n. Los anales de la historia nos han ofrecido el gran regalo de estudiar y entender esta magn穩fica cultura. Tanto los lectores j籀venes como los mayores tienen la oportunidad de explorar esta fascinante y asombrosa colecci籀n de historias religiosas y ricas tradiciones pertenecientes a un sistema tan complejo de creencias. Descubre por ti mismo la magia y el misterio de las historias de Baldur, Heimdall e Idun. Descubre la antigua historia de la fortificaci籀n de Asgard, el gran reino de los dioses n籀rdicos, y la escalofriante historia detr獺s de la atadura de Fenrir. A pesar de que han pasado miles de a簽os desde que estas historias culturales se compartieron por primera vez en torno a las forjas y los incendios de las poblaciones n籀rdicas, todav穩a entran y nos inspiran con las grandes haza簽as de la raza humana y los incre穩bles dioses que las vigilaban. Encuentra la riqueza de tu propia inspiraci籀n entre los cuentos de los grandes dioses y diosas que una vez fueron adorados por los vikingos.
Poison's Dance
If he falls to the lure of the curse, the dance might trap him forever.Alex has survived his first year as high king. The new counsel has improved cooperation between the kingdoms, and peace seems achievable. When the Tuckawassee queen sends him an invitation he can't refuse, Alex must once again face his greatest threat for the sake of peace.Princess Tamya of Tuckawassee, along with her eleven sisters, has danced from sunset until sunrise every night of her life. It is her gift and her curse. When Queen Valinda wishes to use the power their cursed dance gives them to rule all of Tallahatchia, Tamya must decide if she will do what is right even if it betrays her own sister.Daemyn Rand has survived a hundred years' worth of battles. All he wants to do now is safely marry his princess. Will he be forced to choose between the love of his life and the high king he has loyally served for years?They have faced certain death before. This time, they might not make it out alive.Don't miss this re-envisioning of the Twelve Dancing Princesses fairy tale.
Magis
I'm Glynn Forester and I'm Magis. More. I enhance and strengthen magical energy. My power augments rather than creates. But sometimes More is not enough.My world is fractured between magic and non-magic. The magical elite rule. And they are ruthless and corrupt. They want what I protect. But protecting it has been my family's job for time before time. So I hide. I hide from those who would attempt to use my abilities for unscrupulous purposes. I hide to save innocents from their venom. But something's changing. The world around me is pulsing with malevolent magic, I realize I no longer have the luxury of anonymity. It's hard to give up my old ways. But I may not have a choice. Others will need my help. And if I deny them I'll be no better than those who threaten my world. Will my magic make a difference in this new reality? I can offer Magis. More. But will it be enough? And will there be anything left of me when it's done?
Rapunzel and Her Golden Hare
This is a story about a young girl named Rapunzel who is not allowed to have toy stuffed animals because of her allergies. One day, her mom asks a neighboring seamstress to sew her daughter an allergy-free bunny. In return, Miss Witchery asked that the young girl would receive the mom's permission to stay with her at a nearby seashore cottage for the summer. At the sea shore, Rapunzel meets a young boy named Vince. Together they experience a summer full of fun and adventurer playing with Hare, Rapunzel's precious hypo-allergenic bunny.
Hun's Revenge
The story is about two sisters, both princesses, as they fight for the dominance of their land after the death of their father. It is a story of war, betrayal, power, and family. Margo, the king, has just been killed by his daughter, Hun, who wants to take over the kingdom. To do this, she has to face Sierra, her half-sister. Hun faces her challenge, killing the people of the kingdom in the process until she is confronted by Sierra, who has been taught how to use her power by Vera, the Watcher. In the end, Sierra defeats Hun as they take their battle to the spirit world.
The Changeling
The Changeling is a Fairy Tale Fantasy about a human child who was switched with a Fairy child and now must learn what it means to be human. He learns lessons about friendship, love, and God while he tries to break a curse and win a beautiful princess using what he learned from the fairies. For children ages 6 and up.
Genie's Heart
Hansel is heading back to Las Vegas in the twelveth book of the series. Upon arriving and witnessing the aftermath of the Bloody Wedding, Hansel and Raven struggle between each other's own views of finding Ben, who has gone missing from the scene. Meanwhile, reports of missing girls are filling up the Las Vegas headlines and the sick culprit's motives: meeting the Twisted Tales. Hearing the news from Alex Croft, his fellow vampire - in - arms, Hansel journeys back to this city full of sin and corruption: the place where he was murdered.
Their Creatures
In the tenth book of the Twisted Tales, we follow our crew as they come to realize that the beings they have been fighting to protect, may be one of the most dangerous monsters out there: humans. When a secret government agency known as DOZA is formed upon discovering the unimaginable species, a new threat enters many American lives from the comforts of their home to imprisonment in a buried bunker in New Mexico. Including the Twisted Tales themselves, in which leads Ben to finally having to accept and call for the only help that can save them all.
The Legend of Old
In the exhilarating old pentalogy, the author has combined five mysterious tales of adventure into one fascinating book. In this story, danger lies at every forest, mountain, and street corner.
Cairn and the Unicorn
The colt remained stationary transfixed to where he was standing as he noted in his shock, that the horse had no patches of colour on him at all, and was completely white from his head to his rump which included his body and legs, and also his mane, tail and forelock.
Cro Cr繳 Chronicles 1
On the run from her drug dealing, abusive parents, Nora hunter meets the demonic/mythical beast of local town legend and nightmares, who not only saves her from a fate worse than death but puts the whole concept of family into question. Along with uprooting corruption from the arms of the garda穩 sioch獺na and far beyond Ireland and its borders to the unknown.
The Canterbury Tales
Written (but left unfinished) in the 1300s by the English courtier, diplomat, philosopher, and poet Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales follows a group of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury Cathedral to visit the remains of Saint Thomas 獺 Becket. When the group stops at an inn, they agree to entertain each other on their journey by telling stories, with a reward for the traveler whose stories are best. From the noble Knight and his Squire to the spunky Wife of Bath, from the antagonistic Miller and Reeve to the Prioress, Nun, and Pardoner, Chaucer paints a vivid picture of medieval life. Even today, some 700 years after its initial publication, this classic of English literature endears itself to readers through its vivid characters, sparkling dialogue, raucus humor, and love of humanity. Important historically, it helped establish English as the language of British literature, replacing French and Latin and securing Chaucer's reputation as "the first finder of our fair language." This classic and thoroughly entertaining work has been newly designed and typeset in a large-format edition by Waking Lion Press.
Popol Vuh
An inspired and urgent prose retelling of the Maya myth of creation by acclaimed Latin American author and scholar Ilan Stavans, gorgeously illustrated by Salvadoran folk artist Gabriela Larios and introduced by renowned author, diplomat, and environmental activist Homero Aridjis.The archetypal creation story of Latin America, the Popol Vuh began as a Maya oral tradition millennia ago. In the mid-sixteenth century, as indigenous cultures across the continent were being threatened with destruction by European conquest and Christianity, it was written down in verse by members of the K'iche' nobility in what is today Guatemala. In 1701, that text was translated into Spanish by a Dominican friar and ethnographer before vanishing mysteriously.Cosmic in scope and yet intimately human, the Popol Vuh offers invaluable insight into the Maya way of life before being decimated by colonization--their code of ethics, their views on death and the afterlife, and their devotion to passion, courage, and the natural world. It tells the story of how the world was created in a series of rehearsals that included wooden dummies, demi-gods, and eventually humans. It describes the underworld, Xibalba--a place as harrowing as Dante's hell--and relates the legend of the ultimate king, who, in the face of tragedy, became a spirit that accompanies his people in their struggle for survival.Popol Vuh: A Retelling is a one-of-a-kind prose rendition of this sacred text that is as seminal as the Bible and the Qur'an, the Ramayana and the Odyssey. Award-winning scholar of Latin American literature Ilan Stavans brings a fresh creative energy to the Popol Vuh, giving a new generation of readers the opportunity to connect with this timeless story and with the plight of the indigenous people of the Americas.
The Fiends in the Furrows II
Please select "See all formats and editions" to choose between a Hardcover w/dust jacket or Case Laminate Hardcover."I believe this is one of the best anthologies to come out in 2020." -Christi Nogle, for PseudopodIncluded on the Preliminary Ballot for the 2020 Bram Stoker Awards.Includes the story "A Deed Without a Name" by Jack Lothian, included in THE BEST HORROR OF THE YEAR VOLUME 13, edited by Ellen Datlow.THE FIENDS IN THE FURROWS II: MORE TALES OF FOLK HORROR is a collection of short stories of Folk Horror, honoring its rich and atmospheric traditions. Fans of Folk Horror will find herein more terrifying tales of rural isolation, urban alienation, suburban superstition, pastoral paranoia, as well as mindless and monstrous ritual that epitomize the atmospheric dread of this fascinating and developing subgenre.FEATURING: Alys Hobbs, "Yan"Coy Hall, "Hour of the Cat's EyeElizabeth Twist, "The Complete Compleat GardenerNeil McRobert, "A Well-Fed Man"Shawn Wallace, "The Binding Tide"Jack Lothian, "A Deed Without a Name"Hazel King, "The Hanging Tree and The Old Tom Pit"Sara Century, "The Death of a Drop of WaterKristi DeMeester, "A Ritual for Pleasure and AtonementTim Major, "The Slow King"Tracy Fahey, "Dearg-an-Daol"
Tales of Coles County, Illinois
The sixth and final edition of Tales of Coles County, Illinois combines the original Tales of Coles County, the Legends and Lore of Coles County, and a new third section on the hidden history of Coles County with updated pictures, additional legends, and new stories.First published in 2004, Tales takes an entertaining look at local history through vivid historical fiction. When four EIU students are stranded during a violent storm, they seek shelter with an strange elderly couple. The four will never look at Coles County the same way. With each story, they learn more about the place they've come to call home.Legends and Lore reveals over a dozen hidden stories from the from the area's past and present, including ghost stories, folk tales, and other lore. When did a poltergeist terrorize one rural family in Pleasant Grove Township? What is the real story behind the "Mad Gasser of Mattoon"? Why do they call one stretch of road "Dead Man's Curve"? The answers to these questions and more can be found in this definitive volume.Part three, Hidden History, examines events some believe are better left unremembered. What is the history of Coles County's ghost towns? What were some of its most infamous murders? What happened in the Tornado of 1917? Never-before published information about Mattoon's battle with Prohibition and even a chapter on the 1920s KKK is inside.
Monstrous Tales
Monstrous Tales is a collection of traditional folktales about bewitching and bloodthirsty creatures. Translated and transcribed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these tales celebrate the diversity of--and surprising resonances among--folklore traditions around the world. Welcome to a world of magical adventure: a mysterious wolf pursues a bridegroom through a dark forest, a princess is trapped in a monster's body, and a dragon is coming with a storm in its wake. - The tales come alive alongside spellbinding contemporary art by Chinese illustrator Sija Hong.- Each story transports readers to a different enthralling world.- Part of the popular Tales series, featuring Tales of Japan, Celtic Tales, and Tales of India As readers roam from Japan to Nigeria and Ireland to Guyana, they'll witness deadly pacts, heroic feats, and otherworldly journeys. Features tales from Australia, China, Estonia, Finland, France, Great Sioux Nation, Guyana, Iceland, India, Inuit Nunangat, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Nigeria, Philippines, Pueblo of Isleta, Scotland, South Africa, Syria, Turkey, and Ukraine. - A special illustrated edition, complete with an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker- Perfect gift for fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of monsters and creatures, collectors of illustrated classics, adults and teens alike, and bibliophiles- A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table- Great for those who enjoyed books like Through the Woods by Emily Carroll; The World of Lore: Monstrous Creatures by Aaron Mahnke; and Giants, Monsters, and Dragons: An Encyclopedia of Folklore, Legend, and Myth by Carol Rose
Journey Blue
Blue is an unusual girl living on her own in a strange world. It is a place of consistency and method; seamless and cold, and she thinks she knows her world until the day she feels something, or rather someone, pulling at her from far away.Visions of a mysterious boy intrigue her, and she is unable to ignore the magnetic draw within her to him. Even though Blue doesn't know him, this remarkable girl sets out to find the boy, traveling through what she believes is the monotonous machine of a land she lives in, only to discover that it's nothing at all like she ever imagined.From giant white turtles and glowing bridges of light to colorful sand dunes and bottles of wishes, Blue's journey becomes a bizarre twist of terrifying danger and delightful fun. With the help of extraordinary and dear friends that she makes along the way, she discovers the highs of happiness and hope, and the lows of fear and sadness.It isn't all fun and games; dark and dangerous forces come after her, doing everything to stop her from going onward. Her courage and determination are unbreakable however, and Blue refuses to give up on finding the unknown boy, no matter what it takes, how surreal the world around her becomes, or how impossible it may be to get to him. This journey straight out of reality will leave you reeling.YA+
Adapa's Ascent
Please Note: This is the Academic Edition of 'ADAPA's ASCENT' with 200 pages of supplementary essays and analysis not included in the Popular Edition, also available on Amazon, entitled 'ADAPA's ASCENT: The First Story'.DATING BACK AS EARLY AS THE EPIC OF GILGAMESH, 'ADAPA's ASCENT' HAS CLAIMS TO BE THE VERY FIRST STORY EVER TOLDThe story of Adapa's Ascent was known in Mesopotamia, Egypt and beyond. Abraham himself was acquainted with the story of Adapa - another mortal faced with an ultimate choice by God.Even 'Gilgamesh' (whose epic dates back almost 5 millennia) refers to the 'Seven Sages', of whom Adapa was one. Indeed, Gilgamesh intends to continue their beneficial works.In fact, it appears that the very first oral forms of the story of Adapa's Ascent may date back almost 1500 years before the bible account of 'Adam and Eve' (c.1000 BCE) immortalized in the Book of Genesis.ADAPA's ASCENT, IN ITS WRITTEN FORM, EXISTS IN SOURCES DATING BACK ALMOST 4000 YEARS - IN THIS NEW ENGLISH TRANSLATION IT SPEAKS TO 3rd MILLENNIUM READERSThis book presents the most complete version ever of the miniature epic of the Mesopotamian hero 'Adapa' - an exorcist priest offered Immortality by his Supreme God - and the most difficult decision of his entire existence.Contemporary poet Edouard d'Araille has forged an integrated version of Adapa's Ascent based on all surviving cuneiform tablets - the first form of writing - on which its episodes are written in Sumerian and Akkadian.Based on the most recent interpretative work in Assyriology and never departing from its original sources, Adapa's Ascent presents the most complete vision yet of this "Story for All Ages".Adapa's Ascent is the tale of the 'First Man', Adapa, a survivor of the Great Flood who has succeeded in setting up human civilization. However, all does not go well after Adapa is near-drowned by one of the Gods. He strikes them down with a powerful curse and his presence is demanded before Anu - God of all Gods - who will offer him a choice that could change his life forever: Eternal Life. Faced with his ultimate destiny, Adapa must decide whether or not to follow the stern advice of his father Enki, God of the Waters, who foretold to Adapa the scene that would face him in Heaven.Presented in 17 Poetic Chapters - with Prologue and Epilogue - Adapa's Ascent tactfully intercuts between the different characters, episodes and locations of this legendary tale.Illustrated throughout by the artwork of acclaimed painter Odilon Redon, who dedicated a whole series of paintings to the legend of 'Oannes' ('Adapa').Were it not for a series of exceptional excavations in the 19th Century - that also unearthed ' Gilgamesh' - then Adapa's Ascent would still be unknown!DISCOVER A STORY THAT WAS BURIED IN SECRET FOR OVER 2500 YEARS - A MYTH OF MAN AND IMMORTALITYThis Academic Edition of Adapa's Ascent includes: Introductory Essay 'The Birth of Fiction', where poet Edouard d'Araille explains the unique position of Adapa's Ascent in the History of Fiction.Critical Commentary 'Recreating an Ancient Classic', in which the translator explains how mini-epic Adapa's Ascent was revived in this innovative English verse translation based on cutting-edge source research.Bonus: New Translation - a new, poetic version of the earliest Sumerian version of the myth (c.1760 BCE), shedding new light on the evolution of the narrative.PLUS: Character Glossary, Cuneiform So
Agnes Willoughby
Agnes Willoughby - A Tale of Female Life and Adventure is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Yellow-Wolf & Other Tales of the Saint Lawrence
These fireside tales, now translated for the first time, were originally published posthumously in 1893. Brierley's introduction and annotations provide fascinating insights into the life and times of one of the fathers of Canadian literature.
