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The sequel is here showing relationships under stress and pressure, friendship tested to the limit, magic, murder and intrigue, romance and love, and courage starring the Special Companions. The Sorcerer is making the world of Panima an abomination to live in. The Special Companions under much fortitude are tested and take up harsh training to capture the Sorcerer. It opens with the newly wedded couple Athenian and Bleu with Decora and Hurus in the Everglades. They are surprised by the savage forces of the Sorcerer looking for vengeance but then the sounds of approaching Horse Riders is heard.

A twelfth birthday takes a very unexpected turn when a girl finds herself at the centre of a plot to save a community from the brutal Corvus ruleHow do you find your way out of the dark?On her twelfth birthday, the last thing Cecilia expected was to find herself lost in a labyrinth of tunnels beneath London. Afraid, alone, but determined, she sets to work on her escape, and soon realises that perhaps there is a reason she and the mysterious marble her sister gave her have ended up so far from home.Deep in the darkness roam the terrible Corvus, tyrants of the magical realm below. Cecilias struggle to return to her family becomes a mission of great danger and adventure, as she tries to help her new friends to free themselves and their beautiful, unique world. But will her brave heart be enough to ensure she doesnt stay trapped in the darkness for ever?Nadine Wild-Palmer is a childrens author, singer-songwriter and poet born and bred in south west London. You may have heard her on Channel 4 as a continuity announcer or seen her rearranging the books as a childrens librarian.

In "The Transient Lake; or, Frank Reade, Jr.s Adventures in a Mysterious Country," Luis Senarens delivers a thrilling exploration of technological marvels and adventure narratives typical of late 19th-century American dime novels. Through the exploits of the youthful inventor Frank Reade, Jr., the narrative juxtaposes the wonders of emerging technologies against the backdrop of fantastical landscapes and mysterious elements. Senarens employs a vivid and engaging writing style that draws contemporaneous readers into an imaginative world teeming with peril and innovation, characteristic of the pulp fiction genre that flourished during this period. Luis Senarens, known for his prolific contributions to the genre of adventure fiction, wrote over a dozen volumes in the Frank Reade series, reflecting his fascination with technology and youthful ingenuity. Growing up in an era marked by rapid industrialization, Senarens was influenced by contemporary scientific advancements, which he masterfully integrated into his narratives. His works often centered around escapism and the thrill of adventure, appealing to the aspirations and curiosities of a young audience eager for exploration in a rapidly changing world. Recommended for both young readers and adults with a penchant for nostalgic adventure, this book invites readers to engage with themes of progress and imagination. SenarensAo vivid storytelling combined with the excitement of invention makes "The Transient Lake" a captivating addition to any classic adventure literature collection.

The final book in the thrilling fantasy adventure series, The Shamer ChroniclesThe Dragon Lord of Dunark will stop at nothing in his persecution of Shamers, and he is determined to crush any community that shelters them. Those struggling to resist his cruel power have realised that hiding wont work any more. Its time to fight back.But as preparations for the rebellion begin, Dina starts to have doubts - can she really be part of a plan to unleash war? There must be another way, but can she find it before her world is torn apart?An award-winning and highly acclaimed writer of fantasy, Lene Kaaberbl was born in 1960, grew up in the Danish countryside and had her first book published at the age of 15. Since then she has written more than 30 books for children and young adults. Lenes huge international breakthrough came with The Shamer Chronicles, which is published in more than 25 countries selling over a million copies worldwide.

The second book in the thrilling fantasy adventure series, The Shamer ChroniclesDina has the Shamers Gift - one look into her eyes, and none can mask their guilt or hide their shame. Now even her brother, Davin, no longer dares to meet her gaze. He burns with a desire to take up the sword and avenge the crimes committed against his family.But these are treacherous times and Dinas life is in terrible danger. Kidnapped by the corrupt Valdracu, she is forced to use her gift as a weapon. And Davin becomes her only hope of escape...An award-winning and highly acclaimed writer of fantasy, Lene Kaaberbl was born in 1960, grew up in the Danish countryside and had her first book published at the age of 15. Since then she has written more than 30 books for children and young adults. Lenes huge international breakthrough came with The Shamer Chronicles, which is published in more than 25 countries selling over a million copies worldwide.

The first step into the thrilling middlegrade fantasy world of The Shamer ChroniclesDina has inherited her mothers gift: she is a Shamer, able to see a persons most guilty secrets just by gazing in their eyes. But sometimes her gift feels more like a curse. Nobody seems to want a friend who can see their deepest shame.But when Dinas mother is called to Dunark Castle to uncover the truth about a terrible crime, Dina must come to terms with her power, and quickly - or let her mother fall prey to the vicious dragons of Dunark.An award-winning and highly acclaimed writer of fantasy, Lene Kaaberbl was born in 1960, grew up in the Danish countryside and had her first book published at the age of 15. Since then she has written more than 30 books for children and young adults. Lenes huge international breakthrough came with The Shamer Chronicles, which is published in more than 25 countries selling over a million copies worldwide.

A Storm that will wreck a world threatens Dematr. Only Mari, one of the Mechanics who control all technology through their Guild, has a chance to stop it. She and Mage Alain have survived numerous attempts to kill them and have gained many more followers, but the Storm of chaos, born of centuries of enslavement, grows ever closer.Mari leads an army now. She and Alain must fight together to bind back the Broken Kingdom and build a force strong enough to defeat the might of the Great Guilds. But the Storm has many Servants who seek to preserve or gain personal power or wealth, or fear the New Day that Mari seeks to bring to the world.And Mari knows that victory will mean nothing if the precious knowledge brought long ago to their world is destroyed. In order to save it, Alain and Mari will have to pierce through the heart of their enemies power and confront once more a place of ancient nightmare.

The third book in the thrilling fantasy adventure series, The Shamer ChroniclesA watching face in a market crowd, a mist-shrouded figure on the moor, a haunting presence seen only when he wants to be seen. Sezuan has the Serpent Gift. With the eerie music of his flute, he can weave a web of lies and illusion to trap the keenest mind. He is also Dinas father, and he has come to claim her.Dinas family set family set off in desperate flight, trying to escape Sezuans snare. But soon, with nowhere else to turn, Dina must learn to see through her fathers deceit and use her own gift against him.An award-winning and highly acclaimed writer of fantasy, Lene Kaaberbl was born in 1960, grew up in the Danish countryside and had her first book published at the age of 15. Since then she has written more than 30 books for children and young adults. Lenes huge international breakthrough came with The Shamer Chronicles, which is published in more than 25 countries selling over a million copies worldwide.

Welcome to Mermaids Rock! The entrance to the mermaid realm in the deep, blue oceanOn a trip to the Red Sea, Kai and his friends explore an impressive shipwreck. Kai is intrigued by the human artefacts they find there but Coralie is worried about being discovered. Her fears become reality when a group of divers arrive. Will the friends be able to get back to Mermaids Rock without getting caught?The sixth book in an exciting series about the wonders of the ocean, perfect for fans of RAINBOW MAGIC, UNICORN ACADEMY and Holly Webb.

In "The Red House," Edith Nesbit masterfully weaves a tale that merges the whimsical with the poignant, enveloping readers in a narrative rich with both fantastical elements and emotional depth. Set against the backdrop of a summer holiday, the story revolves around a group of children who encounter mysterious happenings and surreal adventures within the titular abode. Nesbits lush, evocative prose and deft characterization evoke the enchantment of childhood while exploring themes of friendship, imagination, and the fleeting nature of innocence, situating the text within the broader movement of late-Victorian literature that sought to challenge realism through magical realism and experiences of wonder. Edith Nesbit, a prominent figure in childrens literature, was notably influenced by her own experiences as a mother and social activist; her commitment to advocating for childrens rights is reflected in her narratives, which often place young characters at the helm of their own adventures. A pioneering writer, she is celebrated for her unique blend of fantasy and reality, shaping the genres of modern childrens literature and influencing contemporaneous authors, including J.K. Rowling and C.S. Lewis. "The Red House" is a captivating read that will resonate with both young readers and adults who cherish the nostalgic allure of childhood adventures. It invites readers to lose themselves in the magic of the extraordinary, making it essential for enthusiasts of literary fantasy and timeless storytelling.

"The world feels oddly strained, like a line pulled too taunt and apt to snap, smashing everything in its path."Master Mechanic Mari and Mage Alain have survived every attempt to stop them, but their enemies are determined to kill Mari, the only one who can save her world from a storm of destruction. As armies begin to gather and cities seethe with tension, Mari, Alain, and their friends must prepare to confront the storm in the place it first appeared: the broken kingdom of Tiae.The dangers facing them demand perilous raids, tough battles, and more than a little piracy. Beating the Mechanics Guild and the Mage Guild that have controlled the world of Dematr for centuries will require an unprecedented alliance under Maris command of rebellious Mechanics, Mages, and common folk who know that together they can change the world, but separately they will all lose.

¡BIENVENIDOS A LAS ISLAS HIRVIENTES!Luz Noceda cae, por accidente, a través de un portal hacia el reino mágico de las Islas Hirvientes; allí descubre un mundo de fantasía donde la magia, las brujas y los adorables guerreros demonio son reales. La joven conoce a Eda, la bruja mas poderosa en las Islas, y a su acompañante King, y decide quedarse con ellos en la Casa Buho.Eda acepta tener a Luz como su aprendiz, pero como la chica no nacio con habilidades magicas deben trabajar mas para lograr que aprenda las artes misticas. Con las enseñanzas extravagantes de Eda, el apoyo de King y la ayuda de sus nuevos amigos, Amity, Willow y Guy, Luz va por buen camino. Pero nadie dijo que seria facil para una humana tratar de aprender magia en un mundo fantastico, ¿o si?

In this fourth explorers adventure we meet Ursula, a part mermaid girl who is determined to follow in Stellas footsteps and help her to defeat the Collector!Ursula knew the submarine wasnt designed to go this deep, but what choice did they have? No one wanted to get swallowed up by a colossal sneezing jellyfish! In a distant watery corner of the Explorers Kingdom, a submarine engineer, Ursula, is determined to become an explorer. Unfortunately, she hides an extraordinary secret, which makes her the sworn enemy of the Ocean Squid Explorers Club were they ever to find out . . . But when The Collector threatens the Club, Ursula throws caution to the wind and leads an expedition through treacherous waters, filled with gremlins, aboard the Blowfish submarine - and joined by her friends Max, Genie and Jai - and even her idol Stella!Thrilling, heart-pounding adventure with exquisite detail throughout. Alex Bells world-building is second to none. Praise for the series:A magical adventure of friendship, bravery and derring-do in a richly imagined world. The BooksellerA fantastic frosty adventure. Sunday ExpressWintry, atmospheric, highly imaginative fantasy. MetroThe most huggable book of the year . . . An (iced) gem. SFX

The Moons Forgotten BrideA Tale by Evelyne DLorienTales from the Silent Garden Book III (can be read as a standalone)On nights when the moon wanes too soon, she wakes beneath the willow by the lake a bride once loved by the heavens, and long forgotten by the world.When Lucien Vale, a quiet clockmaker, arrives in the valley, he begins to hear a womans voice calling through his dreams. Drawn to the lakes silver silence, he meets the Moon Bride not a spirit seeking rescue, but a soul waiting to be heard.In building a clock with no hands, Lucien discovers that love is not about keeping it is about releasing.A hauntingly poetic gothic fairytale about time, memory, and forgiveness.Written in lush, lyrical prose, this standalone tale (6,000 words / 2530 min read or listen) unfolds like a dream: soft, melancholic, and luminous rather than dark perfect for readers who cherish the emotional worlds of Neil Gaiman, Erin Morgenstern, Kelly Barnhill, or Isabel Greenberg.Themes & Motifs: Love and Time · Memory vs. Forgetting · The Moon, the Willow, and the Lake · The Clock Without Hands · Mercy through SilenceGenre: Gothic Fairytale · Dark Romance · Poetic Fantasy · Sleepcast / Short NovelKeywords: gothic fairytale, lyrical short story, poetic fantasy, dark romanticism, timeless love, forgiveness, moonlight, ghost bride, clockmaker, sleep story

Meet Stevie and her father: theyre fidders - tiny people that work alongside humans, helping them out with their problems. But when they team up to help Sandra May, a little girl with some big issues, theyll need all of their powers of persuasion and patience to help her work out the best ways to behave.Im Stevie Clipper. Me and my dad, were fidders, and its our job to help humans. Humans cant see fidders, and we cant let you know we exist. Thats the rule, anyway. But me, Im not so good with rules. Especially when a human I care about is in big, big trouble...

A YA adventure from World Fantasy Award winning author James P. Blaylock.A suddenly appearing curiosity shop owned by a small man who might, or might not, be the Man in the Moon; a pair of strange spectacles buried in a fishbowl full of marbles; an old window glazed with sea-green glass found beneath a suburban house; and two adventurous boys who buy the spectacles and climb through the window into a land of goblins, ghosts, and rope ladders that reach to the moon...Who exactly is Mr. Deener, the fat man who makes magic out of bits of coloured glass, has a passion for glazed doughnuts, and whose seeming twin brother sleeps fitfully in an attic room? And who are the little men who ride out of the forest on windblown sycamore leaves in order to whisper into Mr. Deeners ear? Is Mr. Deener, like a fallen Humpty Dumpty, broken apart? John and Danny need to know. To find their way home theyll have to put Mr. Deener back together again and solve the mystery of the sleeping land - a task that leads them to the pool of reflections in the deep woods and ultimately to a house built of light and magic and memory that sits at the edge of the hearts ocean.PRAISE FOR JAMES P. BLAYLOCK:"Blaylock is one of the most brilliant of that new generation of fabulist writers." Washington Post Book World"Blaylock allows us to see the mundane world through new eyes, to perceive the familar as strange and therefore fascinating - for what it is as well as for what it might be." Charles de Lint"[Blayock has]...a gift for drawing characters who are eccentric in delightful and original ways, whichever side of the war they are on." Publishers Weekly

In "The Magic City," E. Nesbit weaves a captivating tale that transcends the boundaries of childhood imagination and reality. This enchanting narrative follows the adventures of a young boy, Philip, who, after a traumatic loss, finds solace in an intricate world of his own creation. Through masterful use of vivid imagery and whimsical prose, Nesbit explores themes of grief, escapism, and the transformative power of creativity. The story reflects the early 20th-century context of English literature, where fantastical elements are intricately tied to introspective emotional journeys, showcasing the shift toward modernist sensibilities that embrace both childhood innocence and profound emotional truths. E. Nesbit, a pioneering figure in childrens literature, often drew inspiration from her own experiences as a mother and her fascination with the mystical and the fantastical. Her ability to articulate the complex emotions surrounding childhoodAiparticularly loss and imaginationAimakes "The Magic City" a poignant reflection of her literary ethos. Nesbits background in the socialism movement and her involvement in various social causes also informs the subtle themes of connection and community found throughout the narrative, enriching its layers of meaning. This timeless story is a must-read for those who cherish a blend of magical realism with heartfelt exploration of loss and recovery. Readers seeking an introspective yet whimsical journey will find in "The Magic City" a resonant exploration of the human spirit, making it an excellent addition to both personal libraries and educational curricula.

In "The Little White Bird; Or, Adventures in Kensington Gardens," J. M. Barrie masterfully intertwines fantasy and reality, crafting a tale rich in whimsy and charm. Set against the backdrop of Kensington Gardens, the narrative unfolds through a series of enchanting adventures featuring a young boy and the magical creatures he encounters, including the iconic Peter Pan. Barries lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling reflect the Edwardian literary context, illustrating the eras fascination with childhood innocence and the interplay between the mundane and the extraordinary. J. M. Barrie, best known for creating the beloved character of Peter Pan, drew inspiration from his own experiences and relationships, particularly his bond with the Llewelyn Davies boys. This connection to youth permeates Barries work, allowing him to capture the delicate balance between carefree childhood and the encroaching responsibilities of adulthood. His unique ability to evoke nostalgia for lost childhood has cemented his place in the literary canon. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Little White Bird" to readers of all ages who seek a profound exploration of childhood, imagination, and the significance of play. Barries storytelling transcends time, inviting readers to linger in the magic of Kensington Gardens and reflect on the beauty of youthful wonder.

An enchanting story about three adventurous little clouds, who discover their life purpose. Floss, Wisp and Billow, having seen children cheerfully playing in the garden below, decide they want to join them and become their friends.Will the Great Nimbus grant them their wish, and what will be the consequences?This heartwarming tale tells of their extraordinary adventure as they discover their lifes purpose. A delightful story about curiosity, connection and the wonders of nature. But be careful what you wish for.Helping young readers to understand the magical water cycle that connects our world. This would fit into the Water Cycle aspect of Key stage 1 and 2 Science.

In "The Land of Wherisit," H. E. Boote crafts a fantastical narrative that intricately weaves elements of adventure, magic, and socio-political allegory. The novel is set in a richly imagined world where diverse cultures collide, exploring themes of identity, community, and the primal human urge for exploration. Boote employs a lush, descriptive prose style, embracing a blend of poetic language and dialogue that brings the vibrant landscape and its inhabitants to life. The book stands as a significant contribution to contemporary fantasy literature, echoing the works of Tolkien and Le Guin, yet embedding its own unique cultural tapestry that invites readers to reflect on the meanings of home and belonging. H. E. Boote is a renowned author whose background in anthropology and philosophy deeply informs his narrative approach. His extensive travels and engagement with myriad cultures fostered a profound appreciation for the stories that shape human experience. "The Land of Wherisit" is both a reflection of BooteAos scholarly pursuits and his personal belief in the transformative power of stories to bridge divides and foster understanding in an increasingly fractured world. This captivating novel is highly recommended for readers who enjoy immersive world-building and narratives that prompt introspection. BooteAos masterful storytelling not only entertains but also challenges the reader to consider the complexities of their own identities and relationships. "The Land of Wherisit" is not just a book; it is an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery, both within the text and oneself.