Asian Myth

Epic adventure, heroic friendships, and a dark foe capable of bending time and magic to its will. **BUNDLE DISCOUNT! Grab three COMPLETE trilogies and even get one bonus novella for 8.99! (Normally $24.99!)** Valrin has always sought adventure... but he never knew his true tie to the vast seas and how his every choice could rock the very foundations of the world. On a desolate island in the far North, Valrin is an orphan surrounded by empty oceans with a yearning for a life beyond the icy shores of his home. Little does he know that this morning would set him on a path he never expected. ...

Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies...

*God Slayer Vol.1 and God Slayer Vol.2 are now Professionally edited. *94% liked God Slayer Vol.1 (Goodreads) *98% liked God Slayer Vol.2 (Goodreads) *98% liked God Slayer Vol.3 (Goodreads) (This is a Xianxia tale. If you like stories of this genre then you will definitely like God Slayer Vol.1. Kindly read beyond chapter two before giving up on my book. The first two chapters have a lot of info and less action which makes them a little boring. Things get interesting from chapter three onward.) A contract killer reincarnates into a foreign world. In this new life, he learns the meaning of ...

A priestess’s skin color and status shouldn’t matter… except in the shrine. As war wages, and famine threatens civilization, Tala needs salvation. With marriage as her only option, she reluctantly resigns herself to it, but when she discovers her future groom is a murderer, the dark-skinned slave escapes to brave the priestess trials. When a magical torch chooses Tala to be its all-powerful and wealthy master, she’s surprised to discover there’s something potentially sinister afoot. There are devastating repercussions that override its power. Can she save herself and her village ...

From the author of Midnight Cultivator, I came back from Chaos is the first book in a new Xianxia/Progression Fantasy series about a cultivator who fights not with brute force, but with a mind that can unravel the heavens. For a timeless age, Li Wei's consciousness was a lone spark in an endless Sea of Chaos. Stripped of his body and his memories, he survived by becoming one in the void of Primordial Chaos, reforging his soul. He waited in sea of chaos for an eternity for a chance. Now, he has been given a second chance, a new body in a world of martial sects, spiritual cultivation, and ...

Introducing an Asian mythology trilogy from the creator of the Captivating History series. This book includes three captivating books.

KOREAN MYTHS Korean mythology has interesting links to the ancient matriarchal tradition. We find celestial gods and heroes, but also shamanesses and brave girls who became goddesses after overcoming great obstacles. We will discover the foundation of the Three Kingdoms and the first kings who sat on the Phoenix Throne, but we will also listen to traditional shamaness songs about the origins of the world and the gods of home and agriculture. We will meet tigers, foxes, dragons and other creatures of Korean folklore, discovering their stories, sometimes close to those of Chinese and Japanese...

A big part of Hindu and Indian mythology is the lengthy Mahabharata, with stories about princes, princesses, monsters, and many mysterious creatures. Krishna is one of the prominent figures in many ancient mythology writings from this region, and his victories over evil have been applauded and believed by many.

When twelve-year-old Billy Chan finds out his parents are sending him to a summer camp in middle-of-nowhere China, he doesn't know what to expect. There he meets fellow campers Dylan, Charlotte, and Ling-Fei, and together they stumble upon an age-old secret: there are four powerful warrior dragons hidden deep within the mountain behind the camp! They need the children's help to set them free before evil in the guise of the Dragon of Death is unleashed upon the earth. Billy and his friends must set off on a dangerous adventure that will take them to the heart of the Dragon Realm.

Giant monsters. Tales of eternal love. The beginning of creation. Pint-sized warriors. Long voyages and insurmountable heroics are only a small piece of the classic myths that have helped shape Japan’s unique and immaculate history. Each story in this audiobook is filled with excitement and adventure that is just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.

This folktale explains why Chinese people no longer choose long names for their children.

From the author Midnight Cultivator, I Came Back from The Chaos is the second book in a new Xianxia/Progression Fantasy series about a cultivator who fights not with brute force, but with a mind that can unravel the heavens. His story continues in the hands of the Azure Empire, Crown Prince wife Han Biyu, the future Empress. Known as the Unblemished Jade, she is a woman of terrifying power and serene, untouchable beauty. To punish his disobedience, she has sentenced him to an existence of simple, mindless, humiliating tasks, designed to teach him the singular art of her Royal family, ...

All light in Chattana is created by one man - the Governor, who appeared after the Great Fire to bring peace and order to the city. For Pong, who was born in Namwon Prison, the magical lights represent freedom, and he dreams of the day he will be able to walk among them. But when Pong escapes from prison, he realizes that the world outside is no fairer than the one behind bars. The wealthy dine and dance under bright orb light, while the poor toil away in darkness. Worst of all, Pong’s prison tattoo marks him as a fugitive who can never be truly free.

The Pandavas only have until the next full moon to stop the Sleeper from gaining access to the nectar of immortality, which will grant him infinite power. But how can Aru, Mini, and Brynne hope to defeat him without their celestial weapons? The Sleeper and his army are already plundering the labyrinth, and the sisters can't even enter. Their quest to get in will have them calling on old friends, meeting new allies, and facing fearsome trials, like...performing in a rock concert? When the moment of confrontation finally arrives, it's up to Aru to decide who deserves immortality.

Filipinos have very interesting creatures that lurk within their myths and legends. This great collection will dive into famous as well as lesser known tales. Enjoy!

Tamamo grew up in the imperial court, where the space between words mattered more than the words themselves, where battles were fought with poetry. As the favored of the Emperor Junnin, Tamamo knew well how poetry could cut. As the adopted daughter of a once-great noble family, she had no business loving the emperor, nor should he had loved her. After all, that was for the prominent Fujiwara family to decide. It didn't help that she also had a secret: She was a fox. Outside the capital, poetry had been exchanged for sharpened steel. Determined to return to power, the former empress and her ...

If you are planning to learn all you can about Chinese Mythology, then check this audiobook out. It will give you insights into: The story of Pangu and the creation of the Earth, Nu Gua and the creation of mankind, how Nu Gua repaired the sky, myths of the Chinese festivals, the two Classic Chinese Myths: The Monkey King and The Lady White Snake, and more! If you are interested in culture and Eastern practices, then this audiobook is a great way to learn those myths and festival information.

Japanese mythology offers a fascinating lens from which to gaze upon the natural world. Through tales of heroic samurai, creepy vengeful ghosts, and deities that wield the mighty powers of nature, these stories and mythical figures emphasize the importance of humans living harmoniously with their surroundings. It is often said that in order to understand a country’s culture and history, one needs to simply look at the stories they tell about the world around them.

Pahua Moua has a bit of a reputation for being a weirdo. A lonely 11-year-old Hmong girl with the unique ability to see spirits, she spends her summer days babysitting her little brother and playing with her best friend, a cat spirit no one else can see. One day Pahua accidentally untethers an angry spirit from the haunted bridge in her neighborhood - whoops. When her brother suddenly falls sick and can't be awoken, Pahua fears that the bridge spirit has stolen his soul.

Enter ancient worlds, meet legendary heroes, and discover fascinating myths from the incredible kingdoms of China, India, Japan, and Thailand!