Dragon Parent

No one predicted the dragon apocalypse. The dragons came suddenly and decimated the world as we knew it, including New York City. Now, three years later, Noah, his hardcore survivalist father, and a ragtag group of survivors are barely scraping by in this new reality. Kids scavenge not only for materials in abandoned homes but also for leftover books at the library. Adults spend their time establishing a make-shift society and defending their shelter… with any means available. At least for the few months the dragons are hibernating, until it’s no longer safe aboveground.

The future of Britain is at stake. In the turbulent times of the Dark Ages, the despotic Uther Pendragon, High King of Celtic Britain, is nearing death, and his kingdom is being torn apart by the squabbling of minor kings. But only one man can bring the Celts together as a nation and restore peace - King Arthur. Artorex (Arthur) doesn't yet seem like the great man he will grow into. We meet him as a shy, subservient twelve-year-old living in the foster home of Lord Ector, who took in Artorex as a babe to protect him from murderous kin.

Two parents challenge one another to find balance between work and family life. Their stories are both uproarious and poignant as they raise children and strive to leave their mark on the wider world. Filled with tender moments and plenty of laughs, Here Be Dragons recounts the adventures of a family trying to stay afloat, and offers a life raft to the rest of us in choppy waters.

In a world where everyone has their role, Aara has never fit in. When she is assigned to apprentice in her mysterious father's guild, she gains a longed-for opportunity to earn a place for herself... if she can just manage to follow the rules. As she struggles to learn the dangerous art of channeling, Aara is confronted with a choice. Will she do what it takes to fit in? Or will she take the risks necessary to learn who she truly is?

The ups and downs mean you’re alive. Sometimes, life knocks you down and it gets harder to pick yourself back up. Whether it’s for family, friends or themselves, these realistic characters continue on. The rollercoaster of life is harsh to them, but they persevere in their own ways. Stories by Toni Mobley, Laura Ruth Loomis, Katie Kent, Douglas Allen Gohl, Deborah Henley, and J.E. Feldman.

The Loch Ness Monster. The Frogman. Bigfoot. Twelve-year-old Miranda Cho used to believe in it all, used to love poring over every strange footprint, every stray hair, everything that proved that the world was full of wonders. But that was before her mother’s obsession with monsters cost Miranda her friends and her perfect school record, before Miranda found the stack of unopened bills and notices of foreclosure in the silverware drawer. Now the fact that her mom’s a cryptozoologist doesn’t seem wonderful - it’s embarrassing and irresponsible, and it could cost them everything.

Rachael's worst nightmare and feared vision has come alive. Imprisoned on Kaethe in the Dark One's temple, guarded by shadows, she can’t do anything but wait for death. If only she could force her visions, or contact Cale and her Sparrows… but she's never been able to control her gift, and her only friends are an ocean away, unaware that Rachael's been kidnapped. Even worse nightmares rise from the shadows. The Dark One grows stronger every day, and He'll destroy the world if Rachael doesn’t find a way out.

Tina Stones, one of the seven escapees from Halebury Prison, successfully infiltrates Minerland’s defenses disguised as Detective Peter. She has fooled Calvin and his friends that she’s Peter. How she manages to do that baffles everyone. If she’s pretending to be Peter, where’s the real Peter? What does she intend to do to Minerland with the security breach she has created? Is she acting alone, or are other criminals helping her out? As Calvin, Johansson, and Beatriz get closer to completing their list of wanted criminals, things only get harder for them.

Liza Jane believed she could find better parents. So she fired her mom and dad and hired the first applicant who came to the door - what could possibly go wrong? And at first everything was fun. The dragon did whatever Liza Jane wanted him to do. But it turned out the dragon had only one response to all problems - opening his mouth and belching fire.

Often children can find it difficult to go to sleep. It's much more fun to play with friends and family. Their busy minds find it difficult to unwind, and sleep can become problematic. The story has been crafted to include specific sleep time suggestions. The narration and pace of the story are designed to slow your child's rhythm down and bring them to gentle restful sleep. The audiobook run time is around 30 minutes, and it will become a part of your child's bedtime routine.

Jason and his dad have car trouble in the desert. They decide to camp overnight. Before they go to sleep, Jason's dad tells him a creepy story. When Jason wakes up, his dad is missing! It seems as though the ghost story is coming true!

Viria es la tierra de los hombres; Gineyka, la de las mujeres. Las diferencias entre ambas naciones son notables. En Viria, los hermanos Lavalle tienen la vida aparentemente resuelta, Neith Sinagra malvive en unas calles hostiles y Arabella Medici intenta salir adelante sin contraer matrimonio. En Gineyka, Saroi Burgoa se prepara para ser adoptado mientras su hermana, Irati, se convierte en una inventora con un porvenir brillante... Al contrario que Eider Haizea, que por su ceguera sabe que a ojos de todos carece de futuro.

Viria es la tierra de los hombres; Gineyka, la de las mujeres. Las diferencias entre ambas naciones son notables. En Viria, los hermanos Lavalle tienen la vida aparentemente resuelta, Neith Sinagra malvive en unas calles hostiles y Arabella Medici intenta salir adelante sin contraer matrimonio. En Gineyka, Saroi Burgoa se prepara para ser adoptado mientras su hermana, Irati, se convierte en una inventora con un porvenir brillante... Al contrario que Eider Haizea, que por su ceguera sabe que a ojos de todos carece de futuro.

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The end of the world begins as literal fire rains down from the heavens. Ancient gods are released from their prison, eager to reestablish their long-lost power. But Rachel Deneuve has bigger, more contemporary concerns than a divine war. Her son Adam is in the middle of a fight against leukemia, and Rachel would much rather battle cancer than gods. But when humans begin picking sides and fighting escalates, their home in Baltimore becomes a war zone.

A deadly plague has clutched the women of Lael’s village. Including his own mother. The news leaves Lael writhing in anguish. If he doesn’t do something, the plague will claim her life. But there is hope. Memories of a curative elixir stir in his mind, inciting him to set off on a quest to claim the famed Tears of the Gods . But he isn’t the first one to try . . . Others have gone before him, none of whom returned. And although they were mighty warriors, not one of them possessed the burning magic festering in the heart of our hero. Black Soulfire. A curse. One he must cultivate if he...

Luc Avila's been searching for his parents with his twin brother Marc for as long as he could remember, and he won't stop until he knows the truth of their disappearance. When one of his pranks accidentally goes wrong, Dane King, the leader of the American Dragons threatens to make him territory bound. Now Luc has to be careful - he can't afford to be territory bound. Especially not when the pretty little intern at the new Guardians of Existence facility has captured his dragon's attention. There was just too much for him to lose.

Brand new edition February 2025. The Chronicles Of Narnia meets King Arthur in this progressive YA fantasy series. Magic. Betrayal. Revenge. In a world where ghosts walk among us and ancient powers stir, a young shape-shifter holds the key to preventing catastrophic destruction. A thirteen-year-old outsider discovers he can transform into a falcon, thrusting him into a hidden magical world he never knew existed. When Toby Fisher learns of his extraordinary abilities, his only guide is Charlie, a centuries-old ghost with secrets of her own. But their friendship is tested when a vengeful ...

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