Kids Fantasy Classic

At the Sunny Bay Home for Superfluous and Accidentally Parentless Children, Pip and Flora are in trouble. Running away with their dog they discover the Marvellous Land of Snergs, a magical world of cinnamon bears and scrumptious feasts - but also one of vegan ogres, disgraced jesters and dastardly Kelps, with a villain dressed entirely in purple.... Soon their only friend is forgetful but lovable snerg, Gorbo. He will lead them home - if they can decide where home really is and if Gorbo can remember how to get there.

Summer 1977. The Blyton Summer Detective Club (of Blyton Hills, a small mining town in Oregon's Zoinx River Valley) solved their final mystery and unmasked the elusive Sleepy Lake monster - another low-life fortune hunter trying to get his dirty hands on the legendary riches hidden in Deboën Mansion. And he would have gotten away with it, too, if it weren't for those meddling kids.

"Peters writes with elegance, penning descriptions that breathe life into the narrative." - Publisher's Weekly Booklife Thirteen-year-old Wren has never even heard of a griffin. She lives in a locked school attic that's watched over by three overbearing caretakers dressed all in black. One day, while hanging precariously from a rooftop, Wren overhears some frightening news: she is the daughter of the evil Griffin King and is destined to wear his crown of dark magic. When a golden acorn is delivered into her hands by an anonymous benefactor, it comes with a note that simply says "For Wren". ...

Matilda is the world's most famous bookworm, no thanks to her ghastly parents.Her father thinks she's a little scab. Her mother spends all afternoon playing bingo. And her headmistress, Miss Trunchbull? She's the worst of all. She's a big bully, who thinks all her pupils are rotten and locks them in the dreaded Chokey. Despite these beastly grownups trying to push her down, Matilda is an extraordinary girl with a magical mind. And she's had enough. So all the terrible adults had better watch out, because she's going to teach them a lesson they'll never forget!

Rediscover the classic fantasy trilogy beginning with Newbery Honor winner My Father's Dragon in this 50th anniversary edition that includes three timeless tales in one! A perfect family listen aloud that has delighted parents and children for generations - this is the perfect gift to share some magic this father's day! My Father's Dragon: When Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of an overworked and underappreciated baby flying dragon, he stows away on a ship and travels to Wild Island to rescue the dragon.

King Arthur: Kid Classics is the thrilling new just-for-kids edition of the classic tales of King Arthur, abridged and retold for modern kids while staying true to the original Arthurian legends. It’s a story you can’t put down: Merlin guides young Arthur Pendragon to claim his throne as King of the Britons by pulling the sword Excalibur from the stone, and fantastical adventures ensue!

A stand-alone sequel to My Father's Dragon, in which Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon help the king of the canaries find treasure.

The King’s Ascent brings Barrett’s long and bruising journey to its peak. With his friends by his side, he faces the final push against Apadora’s curse, the treachery of those he once loved, and the crushing weight of decisions that could end or save entire worlds. I loved how the story kept its momentum, never letting up for long, and the constant clashes and arguments gave the book an energy that pulled me through without pause. I was hooked by the constant turmoil between the characters. At the same time, there were moments of beauty that kept me grounded. The King’s Ascent is a ...

Ese pais de felicidad y de misterio que es la Tierra de Oz, donde un poderoso mago resuelve todos los problemas, no es sino una satira a muchas creencias, bajo el disfraz de un libro juvenil. Que los ninos tambien puedan gozar el brillante libro es testimonio de su calidad.

“A gift to the worthy” is what one witch calls it, but fifteen-year-old Nolan would have to disagree. A jar filled with stars and dying planets is a poor reward for saving a woman from drowning. When the rescued woman asked him what he wanted, he never meant his answer of "the moon and the stars" to be taken literally. He just meant that the sea life he’d started fell far short of his dreams for heroic adventure. But now Nolan’s words have stopped the tides, the night sky is dark, panicked mobs are stoning witches in the street, and he’s carrying the fate of millions of people in ...

¡Ayuda! ¡Viene el lobo! ************************* Hace muchos años, en una tierra muy lejana Vivía la familia de un pastor que trabajaba de forma cotidiana Entre las montañas tan altas y las laderas tan empinadas Sus tres hijos mayores cuidaban de las ovejas mimadas.

The Amazing Bone is a 1976 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year, a 1977 Caldecott Honor Book, and a 1977 Boston Globe - Horn Book Awards Honor Book for Picture Books. William Steig, incomparable master of the contemporary picture book...

Once upon a time, in a land far far away, two children bearing the Mark of the plague are led into the woods and left to fend for themselves. But they are not ordinary children, they are the Prince and Princess. Faced with a bleak future, they do what they can to keep each other going. But unbeknownst to them, it is all a lie concocted by their parents the King and Queen. They do not have the plague and have been left to die. Years pass, in which time the children have grown, and their hopes have died. Then, finally, the truth is revealed. But with so many years away from the world, can ...

Originally appearing in 1922, The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams captured generations of hearts. But times have changed. In order to connect with a new generation, this beloved tale must change too. Not everything is different though. In this updated edition, we still learn about the magic of love as one little stuffed animal is transformed.

Apadora Rising follows Barrett, a young prince thrust into impossible battles and choices, wrestling with magic, loss, and the burden of leadership. Alongside a close-knit band of companions, he faces treachery, uncertain alliances, and forces greater than he can control. This was an exhilarating coming-of-age fantasy novel. The author’s style is bold and unafraid to lean into melodrama, though it matched the intensity of the world he built. The book pulls readers through lands filled with dragons, sorcery, betrayal, and grief, all while exploring the cost of destiny and the question of ...

Literary Titan's Book Award Winner: 'The Hunt for Alesta is a heartfelt and imaginative coming-of-age story wrapped in the trappings of high fantasy. What stood out most was how deeply human Barrett felt. He’s not some perfect hero. He hesitates, he doubts, and he fumbles through his feelings for Zanora like any teenager would. The magic and world-building had a classic fantasy feel, but the dialogue kept it fresh.' Thomas Anderson, Editor In Chief, Literary Titan / Rating- 5 Star The ancient sorceress, Alesta, has condemned humanity to an endless cycle of violence. The only hope of ...

Billy's mum says he must never go out through the garden gate and explore the dark forest beyond. So, one day, that's exactly what he does! There he meets the Minpins, tiny tree-dwelling people whose children are the size of matchsticks. They live in fear of the terrible, galloping GRUNCHER. Will it gobble Billy too - or can he find a way to defeat the hungry beast?

Uno de los mas amados personajes de toda la literatura infantil es Peter Pan, el nino que no queria crecer y que hacia realidad todas las aventuras con que los ninos de todas las edades suenan.

THIS EDITION of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland stays true to the charm and whimsy of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic while adapting the language for modern children. We have simplified complex vocabulary and tricky phrases to make the story easier to follow without losing its playful spirit, humor, or sense of wonder. Whether used for bedtime reading, book clubs, classrooms, or shared family moments, this edition offers a delightful and accessible journey into Wonderland. Join Alice as she follows a curious White Rabbit down a rabbit hole and tumbles into an enchanting world of ...

Reboot your mind and engage your creative imagination and follow the space travelers into the threshold of a new era of space adventure as they embark upon a journey to save the universe from the “Evil Cabal and the Dragoon Warriors.” The Evil Cabal is on a rampage to control the universe by stealing the emerald crystal from its hiding place in the land of light and use it to control the inhabitants of the earth and all the creatures that reside in the universe.