Princess Bari
A modern-day quest novel, by one of Korea's most renowned novelists. Princess Bari tells the story of a young girl, frail and brave, who escapes from famine and death in North Korea in the 1990s. Seeking refuge in China before crossing oceans in the hold of a cargo ship, she disembarks in London, with its bewildering mix of cultures, religions, and languages. In this foreign city, Bari finds work as a masseuse--but she doesn't just heal the body, she also comforts souls, having learnt from her beloved grandmother to read the pain and nightmares of others. Alone and in a strange land, Bari will have to fight, through pain and deepening sadness, to find love and the will to stay alive. With Princess Bari, Hwang Sok-yong entwines an old Korean myth, which tells of an abandoned princess travelling to the ends of the earth to find the elixir of life that will bring peace to the souls of the dead, with the ethereal and haunting backdrop of the modern world.
Keep a Good Heart
Keep a Good Heart - A Story for the Merry Christmas Time is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1864. 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.
The Troades of Euripides
The Troades of Euripides is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897. 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.
The Thane of the Dean
The Thane of the Dean - A tale of the time of the conqueror is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899. 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.
Fables and Folk Stories
Fables and Folk Stories is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1890. 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.
The Lady of the lake
The Lady of the lake 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.
Tales from the Dramatists
Tales from the Dramatists - Vol. 3 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1893. 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.
50 Children's Bedtime Stories, Poems, and Songs
We have provided 50 bedtime stories, poems, and songs which will surely keep your children laughing and amazed.These heartwarming bedtime stories will surely intrigue all children, youths, adults. This book contains a collection of stories which will stand the test of time; and, will satisfy your children and provide inspiration which will be handed down from generation to generation. This classic edition provides fun, laughter, curiosity and moral stories with a positive strong message. Your children will request these stories at bedtime, every night.
Hikayat Nabi Dhul-Qarnayn AS (Iskandar Zulkarnaen) Sang Penakluk Yajuj Majuj Edisi Bahasa Inggris
Kisah Hikayat Kehidupan Nabi Iskandar Zulkarnaen AS (Dhul-Qarnayn) Sang Penakluk Yajuj Majuj Dalam Bahasa Inggris Bersumberkan Dari Kitab Suci Al-Quran Dan Al-Hadist. Prophet Dhul-Qarnayn AS or Iskandar Zulkarnaen ("he of the two horns" (or "he of the two ages"), appears in Surah 18 verses 83-101 of The Holy Quran one who travels to east and west and erects a wall between mankind and Gog and Magog (Ya'juj and Ma'juj). Elsewhere The Holy Quran tells how the end of the world would be signaled by the release of Gog and Magog from behind the wall, and their destruction by Allah SWT (God) in a single night would usher in the Day of Resurrection (Yawm al-Qiyamah). Similarities between The Holy Quran and the Syriac Alexander Legend were also identified in recent research.
Gift of the Shaper
"An exceptional series opener ..." - Kirkus ReviewsArmies will clash and gods will die...For thousands of years, the Breaker of the Dawn has been locked away in the ethereal plane of the Otherworld. Now, a young blacksmith's apprentice finds himself trapped in a war between the noble Athrani, a subset of humanity gifted with the ability to transmute matter, and the malevolent and powerful Khyth, who seek to free the ancient god from his prison. Gift of the Shaper chronicles the epic struggle between the existing forces of good and evil, with both sides vying for control of the key that unlocks the Otherworld. The very powers of creation and destruction hang in the balance, and only a heroic effort can possibly stop the Khyth from unleashing ruin upon their world."...a rollicking good read that is for the fantasy fiction lover in all of us. ... packed full of adventure, action, suspense, and horror. ...akin to the classics of fantasy fiction from Tolkien and modern-day George RR Martin." -Seattle Book Review"The Highglade series is nothing short of pure wonder. This is what fantasy should be. D.L. Jennings has created a rich, layered world that readers will love to get lost in. A must read for any fan of fantasy." - Luke Newman, Amazon bestseller, and author of the LEGENDARY series.
Memoirs of a Monster
On a summer night in the 16th century, a young merchant sailor ports in London, along his journey home to Scotland. Soon after he meets the beautiful innkeeper Lenore. His life is changed forever, as she seduces him out of the inn and into her nightmare. He awakens months later, to find that she has turned him into a beast that is only heard of in myths & fairytales. He can never go home. He's torn between hatred and love, as she never leaves his side, helping him to control the changes he is going through. She teaches him how to move through time unseen, unnoticed. A love that will linger eternally and bind them together throughout the centuries takes hold. Until one fateful night, when they are torn apart by a dark shadow from her past, seeking revenge. On this night, he does something that he will regret for an eternity. The price he pays for it is beyond measure. For centuries, he is forced to walk alone. He longs for it all to end! Until the shadow reappears, with an offer he can not refuse.
Adventures at Lasagna Prepoperp
Thom T. Moht is the lefty class president at Lasagna Prepoperp who eats salami everything and plays a video game called the Leaning Tower of Pizza. The school is situated snugly in the Village of Lasagna where everyone shares the same major-Getting Outta Here 101. As Mr. Alarm monitors their every move, the students know they are trapped without a practical plan for a plausible escape. As they march through the moldy, dark, and catacomb-like corridors of the once prestigious institution, the students speak in quasi acronyms and haiku, just for fun. But one night when the loud sounds of nature begin to annoy Chloe Clickett, a beautiful but angry fellow student, she instigates a mastermind plan-with help from the boys-that forever changes everything at Lasagna Prepoperp. Adventures at Lasagna Prepoperp shares the lively experiences of a group of students seemingly trapped at a unique school tucked away in upstate New York.
Angels, Demons, Nephilim, Giants, Heaven & Hell At War
War has started in heaven. The Dark Angel leads his unholy armies against the On. Michael the Archangel stops the armies of the Fallen Ones and expels them from Heaven. The Nephilims, conquer Mankind and establish their rule on the Earth. But the War is not over yet..
Folktales Volume 3
The purpose of retelling these folktales is not only to impart cultural information to the young nor to preserve the stories for future generations. It is not only to entertain ourselves with the humor some of the stories provoke nor to learn from the mistakes of characters reflected in the stories so as to avoid similar consequences. It is also to inculcate moral values and discipline and social skills among the young and the adults of all races. Reading or listening to the stories also promotes good listening and right guessing, enhances logical and critical reasoning, sharpens our common sense, and improves our thinking skills. Let's maximize every opportunity we have to use these valuable tools for educating the young as well as adults.
The Great Beyond
Ray did not expect his life to take the turns it did. He had always been a simple man who enjoyed modest pleasures and a few travel experiences. In fact, he thought he might have travelled more. But life just sort of happened and he never got around to the things he wanted to see. Now, on the biggest journey of his life, going places he could only imagine in his dreams, he is not sure he wants to be on this path. He is not sure how he got on this path or where it will take him next. Perhaps the biggest question is, "Who is in control?"
Plant Lore and Legend
From time immemorial, people have sought to understand the mysteries of the natural world, giving rise to a wealth of myths and legends connected to plant life. In addition to their imaginative appeal, these oral traditions offered practical advice about which flowers, trees, and plants could provide foods, remedies, and construction materials. This richly illustrated volume provides a treasury of ancient wisdom, exploring the sound principles behind traditional advice, along with a wealth of fanciful beliefs.Naturalist Ruth Binney recounts charming examples of floral symbolism, linking roses with romance, lilies with purity, and poppies with sleep. She examines tree lore and the association of trees with wisdom and knowledge, from the coveted crown of laurel awarded to ancient Greek poets and Roman generals to the palm branches presented to pilgrims returning from the Holy Land. A survey of the power of plants ranges from the rituals that ensure a good harvest and a newly married couple's fertility to the healing qualities of oil of cloves for toothache, cherries for gout, and aloe vera for burns. Abounding in fascinating facts and fancies, this absorbing compilation will captivate lovers of plants and gardens.
The Guardians of Iceland and other Icelandic Folk Tales
This collection of Icelandic fairy tales and legends comes from the days of the Vikings. These stories of trolls, magic, Hidden People, and creatures from the sea were passed down from generation to generation, told on cold winter nights in front of the fire before being written down a hundred years ago. The stories are brought together here and updated, so now you can read about trolls that wandered throughout Iceland, the race of Hidden People with strong magic powers and the four powerful beings that protect Iceland from all invaders. The mermaids and mermen, giants, shape-shifting seals, and dragons in disguise are here for you to discover.
Sealskin
"The Scottish myth of the selkie--a seal that can transform into human form--inspires a tale of life on the margins, forgiveness and redemption" (The Guardian). Donald, a young fisherman, is overwhelmed when he comes across a group of exotic women dancing on the shore beneath the moonlight. They are selkies--seals that shed their skin once a year and become human for a few hours. Overcome by their beauty and magic, Donald kidnaps one--a choice that will determine his future.Now, back home in his close-knit Scottish village, he must take responsibility for what he has done. Donald has been bullied and isolated all his life, but thanks to his mother and his stolen selkie wife, he finds the courage to question, then change the culture of the town that has been mired in the past for generations. Yet despite their mutual happiness, he can never truly forgive himself for the thoughtless act that brought his wife to him.This enchanting story works its way to a surprising yet satisfying ending. Based on a beloved Scottish legend, Sealskin is a timeless tale of the responsibilities of love--and the inner strength required to atone for terrible wrongs. "A haunting tale of family and consequences . . . The writing is sorrowful and lovely, with a well-earned, satisfying conclusion."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A powerful tale of love, learning and forgiveness, Sealskin is a bold and moving read that I was sad to put down."--The Bookbag "Well-written and atmospheric . . . Bristow paints a vivid setting and knows how to tug on the heartstrings."--Fantasy Literature
Raavana’s Daughter
***New Edition with Epilogue and Fantasy Art***When efforts to rescue a kidnapped princess are hindered by mysterious beings who inhabit the waters of the Indian ocean Ape hero Hanuman must overcome the enchantments and wiles of the Mer-Queen before the expedition falls to the forces of the Demon King. Mermaids, Demons, Gods...It is 8000 years B.C. Sita Devi, the wife of Lord Rama, the Prince of Ayodhya, has been abducted by the Demon King Raavana. Hanuman, the Ape hero, is tasked with building a bridge to facilitate the invasion of Lanka. The Ape army gathers on the Southern coast of India. The expedition is however brought to a halt by the workings of the Mer-People who inhabit the Indian Ocean.Follow Hanuman as he struggles to overcome their enchantments and complete his task. However, who is the mysterious Mer-Queen who lures him into her undersea lair?What part has she to play in this epic war?Is all fair in love and war? The Ramayana is a Hindu Epic as old and as famous as Homer's Odyssey. However, it is not as well retold in Western Literature. This is a retelling of the Ramakien (the Thai version of the Hindu tale). If you are a lover of Mythology, Historical Fiction, World Religions or Fantasy - then this is for YOU!***Includes Places to Visit in Sri Lanka, linked to the Myth*** GOODREADS REVIEW (James Maxstadt - Author)"Raavana's Daughter is, according to the author, inspired by the Ramakien, the Thai version of the Ramayana. It's an ancient story that I have only a passing familiarity with, if that. This short book makes me want to know more about it.The story is very well written, and reads like a myth, but with modern, updated language. It is very, very well done. Although short, it is more than worth your time to pick it up and give it a read. Even though it's for a YA audience, I can't imagine anyone who enjoys fantasy or mythology not liking it." GOODREADS REVIEW (R. V.) "This is an interesting addition to the traditional tale. I have been a teacher of world religions for over twenty years and never before run into the link between the Ramayana and Mer-peoples. I found Aloysius' storytelling enjoyable, and the poetic chapter endings nice enhancements...All in all it was a "Good Read" and a nice addition to the Mer-fantasy and Mythology genres."
Tales of a traveler
Tales of a traveler is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895. 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.
All Hallows' Eve Night
All Hallows' Eve Night is a story about mischief on Halloween night. But when they torment an old woman, she takes her revenge-turning them into scarecrows until they decide in their heart they will change and be good children.
Charles Dickens’s new Christmas Story
Charles Dickens's new Christmas Story - Mrs. Lirriper's Lodgings is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1864. 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.
Bulfinch's Medieval Mythology
Here, in a dazzling panoply, are the legendary figures from the age of chivalry: King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Robin Hood, Richard the Lionhearted and his crusaders, and a host of other famous and lesser-known characters. This collection includes tales from Camelot, dramatic narratives from The Mabinogion, and stories of the noble warriors of English history. Bulfinch's skillful storytelling not only relates these ancient myths and legends but also discusses their roles in literature and art, with numerous allusions to poetry and paintings. Generations of children and adults have thrilled to these timeless tales, and young readers can find no better introduction to the enchantment of medieval myths and legends.
Girl King
What if your childhood was a lie? Girl King introduces us to the daughter of a simple cloth merchant who discovers there is a secret in her mother's past, and her own. A line of kings, stretching back a thousand years, is at stake. But it is her destiny, not her mother's, to set the world right - or fail in the process. Ayla's visions were merely annoying at first. Now, they have become increasingly invasive. On the eve of her arranged marriage, they reveal a truth she's compelled to explore. With a single decision, she discards her well-ordered life. Soon her loving family and bucolic homeland are a memory. A priceless reliquary is unlocked. An aged priest acts as her guide. Another arranged marriage is placed in her path as princes vie for her attention until Ayla and her aged accomplice fear for their lives. They are driven into the arms of a simmering rebellion. All the while, her visions become more telling, more personal than ever. Will Ayla, realize her potential, grasp her birthright, and unite a kingdom? Or, will she consent to the world's demands and grant victory to her newfound enemies? Girl King is an exciting historical fantasy based on the true story of a woman once crowned as king. It is a fresh take on timeless fairytales, focused on a young woman's unflinching pursuit of her destiny. Readers will instantly relate to Ayla's coming-of-age tale as she struggles to navigate, break, and reorient the social order of a Medieval kingdom.
A Fairy Tale Book of Bears
A collection of folklore and fairy tale stories involving bears. This collection has one of the original retellings of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, as well as hints to old folklore mentioning lesser known goblins known as skrattels and the age-old relationship between Fox and Bear. Originally published in 1913, this is a treat from the late Victorian period.
Skull and Pestle
She can be the enemy of your nightmares or the spirit guide to your dreams. Her hair is wild and gray. Her teeth are made of iron, and she travels using a giant mortar and pestle and lives in a shack on chicken feet surrounded by a fence of skulls and bones. She is Baba Yaga, a crone who ruthlessly uses the needy and greedy for her own devices. And in this anthology of new stories starring Baba Yaga, she lands in some spectacular scenarios.A Jewish resistance fighter in World War II Poland must gain the help of Baba Yaga to vanquish three supernatural men and avenge the loss of her comrades. A young mother leaves her family to serve the witch in penance for committing a terrible wrong. One story delves into Baba Yaga's tragic origins, while another re-examines the classic tale of Vasilisa, following the young girl who comes to Baba Yaga for fire on her own journey from maiden to mother to crone. One tale transports the witch from the forests of Russia to the swamplands of the American South, expertly weaving together Slavic and African-American folklore, and another brings her right into the modern day, as a young boy goes looking for a witch to put a spell on a school bully and gets more than he bargained for.
Greek Myths & Tales
A potent pantheon of gods, heroes engaged in epic battles, fearsome mythical creatures and supernatural transformations - such fantastical elements infuse Greek myths with a wonder and excitement that's hard to beat. These tales of love, courage, conflict and intrigue, shared for thousands of years, still exercise a powerful influence on our modern lives. This comprehensive collection of mythic stories brings to life the origins of the Greek gods and their dominion over the world of humankind. Here you'll find Zeus and hades, Artemis and Aphrodite, with stories of demi-gods and humans alike. Jason and the Argonauts, Perseus the Gordon-Slayer and the heart-breaking tales of Troy sit alongside myths of crime and punishment, love and courage and the adventures of Heracles. Part of Flame Tree's epic collection of myths and legends, classic tales and modern short stories.
Princess Bianca the Ballerina Dancing Doll
Princess Bianca lives inside a castle with her parents, King Antonio and Queen Julissa. She wishes to become a famous ballerina dancing doll more than anything, but the palace she lives in forbids music and dancing inside the castle theater. Her fairy godmother will come and take the princess in the middle of the night on a journey to the palace of another king who is having the ballerina dancing dolls event, which her parents will be attending to see this special ballerina wearing a sparkling tutu, mask, and glitter shoes.
The Trickster's Song
Long ago, Loki the Trickster tried to steal the golden apples of immortality. But why? And what did he plan to do with them?Now, Loki's mortal wife Caroline has just given birth to their first child. The sleep-deprived parents struggle to enjoy their first night out in months, but an old song gives rise to older memories, and Caroline finally hears the dark and heartbreaking story of why Loki stole I簸unn's magical apples.And what he lost in the attempt.
Beauty is the Beast
Gretchen is a 24-year-old-hairstylist with secrets: She likes to chase squirrels and howl at the moon. She's also not really 24.When one of her coworkers turns up dead in the salon, she suspects that the murderer isn't entirely human. When another stylist is murdered, and then another, she goes on the prowl. A circus with a secret side show catches her attention, as does her former pack, and a group of visiting vampires.Her only outlet is her music, but that will only keep her wolf on a leash for so long with a killer on the loose.
Sagas & Sea Smoke
A young archeologist and her journalist friend join an eclectic mix of anthropologists descending on L'Anse aux Meadows, Canada, the only verified Viking encampment in North America and the planet's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. After thirty-five years, the site is being re-excavated because a new clue has surfaced that might solve a one-thousand-year-old murder. An epic journey of discovery continues where East met West, the past meets the present, and Come-from-Aways meet Newfoundlanders. A modern saga of mystery, magic and mayhem is about to be written.
Smack-bam, or the Art of Governing Men
Wry political fairy tales from a nineteenth-century politician that speak to our current times ?douard Laboulaye (1811-1883), one of nineteenth-century France's most prominent politicians and an instrumental figure in establishing the Statue of Liberty, was also a prolific writer of fairy tales. Smack-Bam, or The Art of Governing Men brings together sixteen of Laboulaye's most artful stories in new translations. Filled with biting social commentary and strong notions of social justice, these rediscovered tales continue to impart lessons today. Inspired by folktales from such places as Estonia, Germany, Iceland, and Italy, Laboulaye's deceptively entertaining stories explore the relationships between society and the ruling class. In "Briam the Fool," the hero refuses the queen's hand after he kills the king. In "Zerbino the Bumpkin," the king and prime minister are idiots, while the king's daughter runs away with a woodcutter to an enchanted island. And in the title story, "Smack-Bam, or The Art of Governing Men," a superficial prince is schooled by a middle-class woman who smacks him when he won't engage in his lessons and follows him across Europe until he falls in love with her. In these worlds, shallow aristocrats come to value liberty, women are as assertive and intelligent as men, and protagonists experience compassion as they learn of human suffering. With an introduction by leading fairy-tale scholar Jack Zipes that places Laboulaye's writing in historical context, Smack-Bam, or The Art of Governing Men presents spirited tales from the past that speak to contemporary life.
Sagas & Sea Smoke
A young archeologist and her journalist friend join an eclectic mix of anthropologists descending on L'Anse aux Meadows, Canada, the only verified Viking encampment in North America and the planet's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. After thirty-five years, the site is being re-excavated because a new clue has surfaced that might solve a one-thousand-year-old murder. An epic journey of discovery continues where East met West, the past meets the present, and Come-from-Aways meet Newfoundlanders. A modern saga of mystery, magic and mayhem is about to be written.
Mythical Journeys, Legendary Quests
One of the most persistent themes in myth and legend from the world's many cultures is that of the journey, the quest. In Mythical Journeys, Legendary Quests, noted writer on the topic, Moyra Caldecott, shows the connection between the sacred, mythic journeys as found in legend and story, and the real journey of the individual soul towards enlightenment.This perennial quest for reassurance in the face of human mortality is spread as wide as our existence on the planet and throughout history. Indeed Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell have shown us that myth and legend are not just fantasy tales for children. They are powerful expressions, in code, of a deep yearning towards an understanding of human existence.Moyra Caldecott has selected material from many cultures to illustrate this point: from ancient Egypt and Sumeria to aboriginal Australia, pre-Columbian America, Vietnam, India, Africa and Europe. With each legend retold, Moyra provides background on its origin and a commentary on its meaning and significance.
Crystal Legends
Crystals and gemstones have been a source of fascination since Neolithic times; they endure when the bones of those they have adorned have turned to dust. Such was the profundity of crystal lore that ancient peoples incorporated crystals and gemstones as dynamic and potent symbols in their legends and myths.In Crystal Legends Moyra Caldecott approaches crystals from a new angle, retelling the stories drawn from world mythology that show the significance of crystals and precious stones as symbolic icons in a variety of traditions. She gives in-depth commentaries on their esoteric meaning and their significance for us today.From Buddhist and biblical texts, European and Egyptian tales, Arthurian and Atlantean legends, this fascinating collection will appeal to anyone with an interest in the power of crystals and the eternal journey of the soul towards enlightenment.
Tales from Our Ancestors
This book dwells on the clash of culture and traditions among the people. It also focus on acceptance and forgiveness. Sabah, North Borneo, also known as Land Below the Wind, is the epitome of ethnic and national unity. Intermarriages are very common. However, there are people still seeped in culture and traditions. That, at times, makes it difficult for them to accept others from outside their ethnic group. These stories are folklores of the people; the tales may vary from one district to another. While telling the story, the author hopes to accord readers a glimpse of the people's way of life.
Mr. Drumlin's Orchard
A young boy and his friends accept their carefree village life as a given. In addition to their world of bicycles, swimming, fishing, exploring, and general horsing around, the boy becomes interested in his family's vegetable garden. Years later, he recalls many events in his youth, but one of them stands out: his illicit visit one day to Mr. Drumlin's orchard, where he is invited to take away as much fruit and vegetables as he wishes.Mr. Drumlin is one village eccentric among several, but when the mature man nearing retirement, the man who was once that young boy, receives an invitation to pay another visit to Mr. Drumlin's orchard, it takes some time for him to decide. Leave the near perfect boyhood memory intact, or make a return visit, to do -- what?There are pros and cons, and he ponders for some time. But eventually, he makes a decision, and that decision leads to a chain of events revealing to him a face of his world that is very unexpected.Or is it?
The Governesses
In a large country house shut off from the world by a gated garden, three young governesses responsible for the education of a group of little boys are preparing a party. The governesses, however, seem to spend more time running around in a state of frenzied desire than attending to the children's education. One of their main activities is lying in wait for any passing stranger, and then throwing themselves on him like drunken Maenads. The rest of the time they drift about in a kind of sated, melancholy calm, spied upon by an old man in the house opposite, who watches their goings-on through a telescope. As they hang paper lanterns and prepare for the ball in their own honor, and in honor of the little boys rolling hoops on the lawn, much is mysterious: one reviewer wrote of the book's "deceptively simple words and phrasing, the transparency of which works like a mirror reflecting back on the reader." Written with the elegance of old French fables, the dark sensuality of Djuna Barnes and the subtle comedy of Robert Walser, this semi-deranged erotic fairy tale introduces American readers to the marvelous Anne Serre.
Broken
As Dial went through life thinking she would be alone forever, she met a guy who started off human. Not only did he come back a different person, but when he came back, he changed Dial as well. Their new vampire lives started out pretty normal-well, as normal as it could. They both went to get jobs at the neighboring farm. The farmer that owned the farm at first seemed like he was creepy and a wifebeater. However, when Dial went back to work the next day, he was a completely different person. Dial was soon to find out why. When Dial was pregnant, the farm they worked on helped her give birth. Life was going pretty smoothly. They were able to keep their new lives and family on the down-low from everyone, until one day-the day things started going horribly wrong.
How the Fire Fly Got Its Light
Marty is a common, everyday fly living in the forest with his bug friends. While visiting with his numerous bug friends, he begins to realize that they all have been given special tasks by Mother Nature. It now becomes Marty's quest to find Mother Nature and to see what special task she has for him.
Christmas Stories From the Crones Castle
"Christmas Stories from the Crones castle is a Kingdom of True Believers in Imagination Christmas Anthology that invites readers of all ages into an allegorical world of wonder and magic. This beautifully illustrated book, available in both paperback and hardcover, measures 8.5x11 inches, ensuring that every page is a canvas for vibrant and enchanting artwork.Within the forgotten confines of an old abandoned shoe box factory on the outskirts of a bustling metropolis, lies a realm where imagination reigns supreme. Each Christmas, the inhabitants of this magical kingdom, including the Box Keepers, Crones, elves, trolls, and many others, gather in the Great Hall of the Crones' Castle. There, amidst the flickering glow of hearth fires and the scent of evergreen, they come together to celebrate the season and share in the joy of storytelling.This year's festivities are marked by the unveiling of six new Christmas tales, each one brimming with adventure, mystery, and heartwarming moments. From the arid deserts where a diminutive wizard discovers the true power of scent, to the quiet solitude of a hermit boy who receives an unexpected gift from the arcane, these stories promise to captivate readers and transport them to realms both familiar and fantastical."The Small and Rancid Wizard who Knew Odor was in the Nose of the Smeller" introduces us to a wizard who learns valuable lessons amidst the heat and noise of a forgotten desert. Meanwhile, "The Crabby, Baffling, Hermit Boy and the Arcane Alchemist's Box" follows a young boy as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery with his mysterious Christmas companion.In "The Tolling Midnight Bells that Chimed Christmas," a breathtaking blue magic box arrives just in time to sprinkle the holiday season with enchantment. And in "The Rose Paper Magic Box with Warm, Red Courage," a lost legacy is unearthed, inspiring courage and hope in those who seek it.As the vagabond band of brave little beings in "The Smile so Snug in an Old Magic Box" sets out on a perilous quest to find a new home, readers will be swept away by their determination and spirit. Finally, "The Box and the Beautiful Green Bottle" tenderly celebrates a lifelong love infused with the timeless magic of the holiday season.With each turn of the page, readers will be drawn deeper into the rich tapestry of these stories, discovering new wonders and delights with each passing moment. And as the characters embark on a merry chase to Folgoth Woods to retrieve a rare Christmas gift, the true meaning of the season shines brightly, illuminating the hearts of all who believe."The Kingdom of True Believers in Imagination: A Christmas Anthology" is more than just a collection of stories; it's a journey of the heart, inviting readers to embrace the magic of the holiday season and the boundless power of imagination.
Happy Halloween Coloring Book
Here we have an amazing Halloween coloring book filled with many different types coloring pages. Sugar skulls pages everywhere, Halloween Pumpkins, different types of Jack-o'-lanterns, Halloween spiders, witches brews and broom stix, full scenes of Halloween decorations, beautiful fall pages and tons of leaves to color, mummies are trick-or-treating, Halloween kitties are playing, full moon pictures in the cemetery and much much more! This book is suited for all skill levels ranging from beginner to expert level. Single-sided pages every image is printed on single-sided Paper so you can use any medium you want. Make sure to use a protector page underneath in case of bleed through. Or you can take pages out of your book and you won't lose other images. Sit back and relax and enjoy the stress relieving hubby and create a masterpiece! A great gift - Coloring books makes a great gift it's a great way to help someone relieve stress, unwind, and start a new hobby. You can even create an awesome page from your new coloring book that loves Halloween as much as you do that would be a great gift as well!
Legend of Katina
Once upon a time there was a village where people traveled for miles to reach. For in this village a person was accepted for who they were, the way they were, the color they were, for what they believed in and anything else that may make them different. The name of the village was Katina. Not far from the village lived an evil Duke who despised everything about the village and wanted nothing more than to destroy it. According to the legend a kingdom will rise in unity when a young commoner from the village is rescued by royalty, presented with true love's kiss, and becomes a Princess.
Deepest Blue
In a magical city seen only at twilight, resentful second son Matteo unlocks secrets which could cause his world's star to set. For fans of Neil Gaiman and Paulo Coelho comes "a haunting lyrical fantasy dealing with love, loss, and political turmoil." (Publisher's Weekly) In Panduri, an enchanted city seen only at twilight, everyone's path is mapped, everyone's destiny decided, their lives charted at birth and steered by an unwavering star. Everyone has his place, and Matteo, second son of Panduri's duca, is eager to take up his as Legendary Protector--at the border and out from under his father's domineering thumb. Then Matteo's older brother pulls rank and heads to the border in his stead, leaving Panduri's orbit in a spiral and Matteo's course on a skid. Forced to follow an unexpected path, resentful and raw, Matteo is determined to rise, to pursue the one future Panduri's star can never chart: a life of his own.
Christmas Stories From the Crones Castle
"Christmas Stories from the Crones Castle"-is a Kingdom of True Believers in Imagination Christmas Anthology: This amazing book invites readers of all ages into a world of wonder and magic. This beautifully illustrated book, available in both paperback and hardcover, measures 8.5x11 inches, ensuring that every page is a canvas for vibrant and enchanting artwork.Within the forgotten confines of an old abandoned shoe box factory on the outskirts of a bustling metropolis, lies a realm where imagination reigns supreme. Each Christmas, the inhabitants of this magical kingdom, including the Box Keepers, Crones, elves, trolls, and many others, gather in the Great Hall of the Crones' Castle. There, amidst the flickering glow of hearth fires and the scent of evergreen, they come together to celebrate the season and share in the joy of storytelling.This year's festivities are marked by the unveiling of six new Christmas tales, each one brimming with adventure, mystery, and heartwarming moments. From the arid deserts where a diminutive wizard discovers the true power of scent, to the quiet solitude of a hermit boy who receives an unexpected gift from the arcane, these stories promise to captivate readers and transport them to realms both familiar and fantastical."The Small and Rancid Wizard who Knew Odor was in the Nose of the Smeller" introduces us to a wizard who learns valuable lessons amidst the heat and noise of a forgotten desert. Meanwhile, "The Crabby, Baffling, Hermit Boy and the Arcane Alchemist's Box" follows a young boy as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery with his mysterious Christmas companion.In "The Tolling Midnight Bells that Chimed Christmas," a breathtaking blue magic box arrives just in time to sprinkle the holiday season with enchantment. And in "The Rose Paper Magic Box with Warm, Red Courage," a lost legacy is unearthed, inspiring courage and hope in those who seek it.As the vagabond band of brave little beings in "The Smile so Snug in an Old Magic Box" sets out on a perilous quest to find a new home, readers will be swept away by their determination and spirit. Finally, "The Box and the Beautiful Green Bottle" tenderly celebrates a lifelong love infused with the timeless magic of the holiday season.With each turn of the page, readers will be drawn deeper into the rich tapestry of these stories, discovering new wonders and delights with each passing moment. And as the characters embark on a merry chase to Folgoth Woods to retrieve a rare Christmas gift, the true meaning of the season shines brightly, illuminating the hearts of all who believe."The Kingdom of True Believers in Imagination: A Christmas Anthology" is more than just a collection of stories; it's a journey of the heart, inviting readers to embrace the magic of the holiday season and the boundless power of imagination.
Warning
This book is about intriguing secrets that pretty much let the cat out the bag. A grandmothers disappearance leaves her granddaughter, Chiruka, wondering if the stories she was told as a child were real. A cat named Leretta comes out of nowhere and heaves warning, along with protecting the source itself. Leretta is no ordinary cat and protects Chiruka and her little brother, Kenta, as they are encountered by unexpected, powerful, magical guests, especially the rare demon KurrYasha.
