Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of boarding school...again....

After a summer spent trying to prevent a catastrophic war among the Greek gods, Percy Jackson finds his seventh-grade school year unnervingly quiet....

Percy Jackson isn't expecting freshman orientation to be any fun. But when a mysterious mortal acquaintance appears on campus, followed by demon cheerleaders, things quickly move from bad to worse....

When Percy Jackson receives an urgent distress call from his friend Grover, he immediately prepares for battle....

While the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster Typhon, Kronos begins his advance on New York City, where Mount Olympus stands virtually unguarded....

Jason has a problem. He doesn't remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl. Apparently she's his girlfriend Piper, his best friend is a kid named Leo, and they're all students in the Wilderness School, a boarding school for "bad kids"....

An approved textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since its first publication, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable guide to the magical beasts of the wizarding world....

The other five demigods have to put aside their grief and follow Percy's instructions to find the mortal side of the Doors of Death....

Annabeth is terrified. Just when she’s about to be reunited with Percy - after six months of being apart, thanks to Hera - it looks like Camp Jupiter is preparing for war....

Though the Greek and Roman crewmembers of the Argo II have made progress in their many quests, they still seem no closer to defeating the earth mother, Gaea....

In his penultimate adventure, a devastated but determined Apollo travels to Camp Jupiter, where he must learn what it is to be a hero, or die trying....

Magnus Chase has always been a troubled kid. Since his mother's mysterious death, he's lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, keeping one step ahead of the police and the truant officers. One day, he's tracked down by an uncle he barely knows....

Demigods Nico di Angelo and Will Solace must endure the terrors of Tartarus to rescue an old friend in this thrilling adventure co-written by New York Times #1 best-selling author Rick Riordan and award-winning author Mark Oshiro....

Dr. Kane brings siblings Carter and Sadie together for a "research experiment" at the British Museum, where he hopes to set things right for his family. Instead, he unleashes the Egyptian god Set, who banishes him to oblivion and forces the children to flee for their lives....

A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children’s bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world’s best storytellers....

Zeus has punished his son Apollo - god of the sun, music, archery, poetry, and more - by casting him down to earth in the form of a gawky, acne-covered 16-year-old mortal named Lester....

Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets. A plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch. No one knows that Earth’s fate hinges on one girl....

The formerly glorious god Apollo, cast down to earth in punishment by Zeus, is now an awkward mortal teenager named Lester Papadopoulos. In order to regain his place on Mount Olympus, Lester must restore five Oracles that have gone dark....

Halt makes a horrifying discovery: Skandia's borders have been breached by the entire Temujai army. And Araluen is next in their sights. If two kingdoms are to be saved, an unlikely union must be made....

For years, the Kingdom of Araluen has prospered, with the evil lord Morgarath safely behind the impassable mountains. For years, its people have felt secure. But the scheming hand of the dark lord has not been idle....

A startling, fiercely feminist re-imagining of Cinderella from the best-selling, award-winning author Jennifer Donnelly....

Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears....

James Marshall retells the familiar tale in which one of three pigs survives a wolf's attacks by using his head....

Ever since the gods of ancient Egypt were unleashed in the modern world, Carter Kane and his sister, Sadie, have been in trouble. As descendants of the House of Life, the Kanes have some powers at their command, but the devious gods haven't given them time to master their skills....

Kidnapped after the fierce battle with Lord Morgarath, Will and Evanlyn are bound for Skandia as captives aboard a fearsome wolfship. Halt has sworn to rescue Will, and he will do anything to keep his promise - even defy his king....

At least as far back as the ancient myth of Icarus, humans longed to fly - but it wasn't until December 17, 1903, on the windy dunes of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, that the dream finally came true. And it was all thanks to Orville and Wilbur Wright, two former bicycle mechanics who built their first toy plane - a rubber-band powered rotary - when they were just children.

Copo de Algodón, hija de la princesa de Tacuba y del señor de Tenochtitlan, y esposa del señor de Iztapalapa, nació en la era del Quinto Sol, en una ciudad que un pueblo fiero y guerrero levantó en una laguna de reflejos color turquesa. Creía en Tláloc y Huitzilopochtli, y amaba las flores y los cantos. Un día su mundo se agitó, como las aguas al lanzar una piedra.... 

La noche es para que los seres humanos duerman, pero los habitantes de la Ciudad del Este lo han olvidado, porque el Gobernador ha mandado construir una enorme casa de muñecas para su hija y nadie descansará ni de día ni de noche hasta que esté terminada. Será Kitsu, un niño del monte, quien librará varias pruebas y enfrentará a los demonios del bosque para resolver los conflictos de su comunidad, con la ayuda de un baku, el comedor de pesadillas. En este viaje iniciático, Kitsu también comprenderá cómo enfrentar sus propios problemas. 

Some children can waggle their toes, some can waggle their ears, but Lucy King has extra-special powers. She shimmers, she crackles and she zooms through the air like a streak of lightning! When Lucy's parents discover that she can fly, they try to keep it secret. But wherever she is at the Christmas play, on a school outing, filming a TV commercial Lightning Lucy always ends up in the limelight. As her fame grows, Lucy begins to wonder if it might be better to be just a little more ordinary.

El protagonista de esta historia, Skat, acaba de terminar la primaria y se está preparando para los dos largos meses de vacaciones, rodeado de su música, sus juegos, sus libros y sus amigos. Su padre ha preparado un viaje a Papantla, y a pesar de que Skat no quiere ir porque piensa que morirá de aburrimiento, durante la travesía tienen lugar una serie de acontecimientos extraños que hacen que después de esta aventura, Skat ya no sea el mismo. 

Settle down for quiet time to a collection of magical princess tales that will transport your little one on amazing adventures within magical kingdoms. These tales will captivate your child and allow them to believe they are royal princesses and princes in their own magical kingdoms, as they drift off to sleep.

Dive into the enchanting world beneath the waves with "The Mermaids Journey to the Forbidden Shore," a captivating bedtime storybook for children filled with adventure, friendship, and the wonders of the ocean. Follow the young human adventurer, Emily, and her faithful dolphin companion, Finley, as they embark on a daring quest to uncover the secrets of the forbidden shore.

Step into the enchanting world of "The Parable of the Sower: Seeds of Faith," where timeless wisdom and profound truths come to life through captivating storytelling. In this beautifully illustrated book, children will embark on a journey through the verdant fields of Ezra's village, where each chapter unfolds a rich tapestry of parables and lessons from the Bible.

In "The Spirited Child's Guide to Fairies," a girl named Haley Helen, who is also ten years old, finds a special Fairy Garden at her grandparents' magical house. It's a regular summer for Haley, but things get really exciting when she starts looking for answers while her parents are getting divorced. Haley starts to understand that growing up can be both happy and sad. One day, she finds a magical secret – her loving grandma's fairy garden! In this garden, dreams come to life and the real world doesn't matter. Haley and her grandma take care of the flowers and branches, but they don't ...

When Heimdall and Hyrrokkin abandon their "children" to go on holiday, Odin sends Baldur—Thor's half brother and god of making Loki look bad—to babysit. As Baldur and Thor bond, Loki's attempts to prove he's good start getting a bit desperate. After the drama teacher casts him as the villain in the school play, Loki starts to wonder whether there's any point in being good when everyone seems convinced of his villainy.

In the Garden of Eden, as soon as God buried Vegetables in the ground, and put Fruits on trees and vines, the Fruits began to argue among themselves. "I am hardiest,” said Apple. "I am sweetest," said Grape. "Enough!" said God, sending two caretakers to the Garden. "Eat me!" the Fruits called to the caretakers. "Listen to the Fruits," the snake hissed. Wanting things to be easy was the first real problem in the Garden. It was much easier for the caretakers to pick the Fruits than to dig up the Vegetables, so the caretakers listened to the snake.

Jon is a shepherd boy in the kingdom of Tarakana. He is to protect his father's sheep from wolves, and even from bears, but nothing bigger! Jon can run fast, and that is exactly what he planned to do if a dragon ever got close to him and the sheep. But one day, a dragon and a wounded boy crossed his path, and his life changed forever.

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the heart-wrenching tale of Jesus' betrayal and ultimate sacrifice in "The Betrayal of Jesus: Judas' Kiss." This captivating book retells the timeless story of love, loyalty, and redemption, inviting listeners of all ages to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of biblical history. From the solemn halls of the Last Supper to the eerie shadows of the Garden of Gethsemane, each chapter of this book unfolds with vivid descriptions and rich sensory details that transport listeners to ancient Jerusalem.

Step into the vibrant world of ancient Jerusalem and follow the captivating story of Caleb, a young man of wealth and privilege, as he embarks on a life-changing journey of faith and surrender. In the bustling streets of Jerusalem, Caleb's life is filled with opulence and success. But beneath the façade of prosperity lies a longing for something deeper, something more meaningful than material wealth alone.

When the weather changes suddenly, the animals in a jungle find shelter in the mountains. When they return to the forest, one snake has changed forever. And it’s a good thing he does.

After Norse god Loki played one too many tricks in Asgard, Odin banished him to live on Earth as an eleven-year-old school boy. With Thor, Heimdall and the giant Hyrrokkin pretending to be his family, Loki must record his deeds in a magical (slightly sarcastic) diary to prove he's learning how to become more virtuous.

Hans in Luck is a German folk tale recorded by the Brothers Grimm and published in Grimm's Fairy Tales 1812. In Hans in Luck, filled with humorous twists and turns, Hans trades one possession for another, each time thinking he's bettering his situation. The story follows him as he sets out from his master's after completing seven years of service. Initially receiving a lump of gold as wages, he ends up with nothing but a simple whetstone through a series of trades. The tale serves as a cautionary yet lighthearted reminder to cherish the simple joys in life and to be content with what one has.

Once upon a time, a poor woodman and his wife were so desperate for a child that they claimed they would be happy even with one no bigger than their thumb. This is what happened, and the boy they named Tom Thumb was smart and bright but would not grow any bigger no matter what or how much they fed him. Tom Thumb is a very little boy, who although he is just about the size of his father's thumb is very adventurous and his curiosity gets him into some difficult situations. With courage, wit and the help of some animal friends, Tom shows that though he may be a very small boy, he is a great hero.

The Golden Bird is a fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm about a prince's quest to obtain a beautiful golden bird, facing trials and tribulations along the way.

The Valiant Little Tailor is a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, included in the first edition of 1812. It tells the story of a little tailor who kills seven flies at once and imagines himself to be a hero. As a result, thanks to his quick wits, he emerges victorious from any danger and marries the princess, receiving half a kingdom in addition.