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. ...

A new world. Old knowledge. A unique path to power. Reincarnated into a land of cultivation, Yuan Zhou uses his Earth knowledge and assumptions to become a genius under the heavens for both business and cultivation. However, he walks the path of defiance, exceeding all rational cultivation...

Greek mythology has a hundred books in English. Norse has Neil Gaiman. Japanese has a shelf of its own. Korean mythology? Almost nothing. Korea has one of the oldest and richest mythological traditions on earth. Five thousand years of creatures, spirits, and supernatural beings preserved in shamanistic chants, Buddhist temple records, and stories that grandmothers still tell. In English, the shelf is nearly empty. Korean Monsters fills that gap with fourteen chapters, each dedicated to one creature: Shape-shifters: the nine-tailed Gumiho and the weeping Jangsan Beom Tricksters: the Dokkaebi...

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

Hindu mythology is rich in detail yet, at times, features many contradictions. In this audiobook, we are going to recount many favorite and classic stories of Hindu myths, gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters. In this audiobook, many famous stories are retold in a way that will allow you to understand the rich narrative that takes place, from the classic mythological stories that you can hear and share with your family that teaches lessons of dharma to important life and spiritual lessons.

*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 ...

In the first book, Hadjar lost it all. His body ruined, parents dead, and his title of Prince replaced by a slave collar. It seemed like Primus had deprived him of everything. But no one can take away a man's will to fight. Even if his heart turns into a bleeding stone due to endless grief and suffering, it won't matter. The most important thing was that he still had the will to go on. The thought of taking revenge on his family's murderers gave him the strength to survive. After receiving a piece of the mighty Dragon's heart, he regained his strength and enlisted in the army, where he made real friends and fought by their side in many battles.

The Korean Cinderella is drowned, returns as a creature, and is killed again. This is the version Disney never told. Every culture keeps a Cinderella, a great flood, a daughter who sacrifices everything for her father. Korea's versions are among the oldest and least known in English, and they were never softened by Victorian editors or studio animators. Here the stories kept their bones. Korean Legends retells fourteen of Korea's foundational tales as full, immersive narratives, with the darkness and the moral weight left intact. These are the stories Koreans have told for centuries to ...

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...

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.

A startlingly original voice makes her literary debut with this wondrous coming-of-age story infused with Chinese folklore, romantic intrigue, adventure, and fascinating, dreamlike twists One evening, my father asked me whether I would like to become a ghost bride. . . . Though ruled by British...

Akira must travel with the young lord Yori and safely get Yori back to his homeland. Deadly samurai, deceitful ninja, and the evil Lord Kenzo are hot on his trail. A Brand New series from Write Blocked, Ronin is an epic saga about a young samurai without a master, trying to survive the dangerous world of Minecraft Fuedal Japan! Perfect for reluctant listeners and fans of Minecraft! Kids love Write Blocked's Ronin series and can't get enough of his books. If your kid is struggling to get into listening, these family friendly books have converted reluctant listeners into voracious listeners.

As you begin to listen to this book, you will become familiar with all the gods and goddesses of Chinese culture. The historical context will become clear, as well as the institutions, the law, the rules about sexuality, marriage, and children, and so much more. Understanding these aspects of their society before fully becoming engaged in the folklore that was the popular belief at the time is essential to your comprehension of the cultural anecdotes in those tales.

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!

Enter a land of gods, samurai, and spirits—where ancient stories still echo today. Japanese Legends isn’t just another dry history book—it reveals how sacred myths still shape Japan’s festivals, rituals, and national identity. Whether you're drawn to samurai history, yokai tales, or the traditions of shrines and emperors, this book offers a fresh, accessible way to explore the myths and legends that built Japan.

🐍 NAGAS: HUMANS, SERPENTS, SHAPESHIFTERS Uncover the enduring mystery of the Naga—the ancient serpent deities woven into the foundation of history, myth, and faith across the world. The Naga is more than a mythological monster; it is a foundational archetype that spans continents and thousands of years, capable of chaos, wisdom, and cosmic creation. Yet, despite its centrality to Buddhist, Hindu, and indigenous cultures, the true breadth of its influence remains largely misunderstood. In this definitive, meticulously researched volume, Dr. Kaelen Thorne provides the first comprehensive...

The fate of a desert kingdom rests in the hands of a princess desperate for power and an assassin with a dark secret, in this action-packed debut of fire magic and ancient prophecy from a stunning new voice in fantasy. "A captivating adventure." —Peter V. Brett, author of the Nightfall Saga...

To save her village, she was sold to the sea. To save his soul, she must break the heavens. For three hundred years, the Black Dragon King has ruled the Abyssal Heavens with a heart of ice and a throat bound in obsidian chains. Cursed by the gods for a love that nearly unmade the world, Muhan has forgotten the warmth of the sun—until Seo-yoon is cast into the depths as his sacrificial bride. She was meant to be a silent offering, a mortal vessel to absorb his rage. Instead, she is a spark in the dark. As a slow-burn longing ignites between a fallen god and a resilient weaver of fate, ...

**One of YALSA's 2020 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults** Nahoko Uehashi's The Beast Player is an epic YA fantasy about a girl with a special power to communicate with magical beasts and the warring kingdom only she can save...

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.