A 1960s Indian village populated by endearing characters springs to life in Farhana's Zia's novel about privilege, perspective, and opportunity. Impulsive and passionate, Basanta may not always understand the consequences of her actions, but that doesn't stop her from involving herself in the lives of friends and neighbors in her village—even if things don't necessarily go the way she intends. Basanta longs for the beautiful ring worn by her young mistress, but when it is finally hers, she realizes that it's not the wonderful possession she expected. Increasingly aware of the struggles of her less privileged friends, Lali and Bala, she finds a way to improve their lives and entertain their community— and the beautiful ring takes on new meaning. Over time, Basanta gains maturity, self-awareness, and compassion—all while hosting doll weddings, attending kite fights, and planning an exciting performance of Bala the Wonder Dog. Farhana Zia's engaging novel—filled with a cast of distinct, endearing characters and humorous, thought-provoking events—provides an insightful look at relative privilege and opportunity.

"An absorbing portrait of the Arthurian age." —San Francisco Chronicle Among the first to look at the story of Camelot through Guinevere's eyes, Woolley sets the traditional tale in the time of its origin, after Britain has shattered into warring fiefdoms. Hampered by neither fantasy nor medieval romance, this young Guinevere is a feisty Celtic tomboy who sees no reason why she must learn to speak Latin, wear dresses, and go south to marry that king. But legends being what they are, the story of Arthur's rise to power soon intrigues her, and when they finally meet, Guinevere and Arthur form a partnership that has lasted for 1500 years. This is Arthurian epic at its best—filled with romance, adventure, authentic Dark Ages detail, and wonderfully human people. Praise for Persia Woolley's Guinevere Trilogy "Original...accurate in detail...Child of the Northern Spring is rich and sweet." —New York Times "Vivid...dramatic...once again we are captivated by the magic of the legend that has long fed our appetite for pageantry and romantic adventure." —Washington Post "Vividly re-creates sixth-century Britain in the throes of change...Child of the Northern Spring portrays a sensitive young woman who will appeal to modern readers." —Publishers Weekly "Richly textured, evoking the sights and sounds of castle and countryside, the qualities of knight and servant. Highly recommended." —Library Journal

January Grant hunts the witch hunters. Her superior, Claire Darblay, assigns her to take the fight to those who, even today, persecute the Sisterhood. So, when Claire asks January to retrieve two young runaways who have absconded from the Burgrun House Coven, she can't help feeling that this is a job more suited to one of the Sisterhood's social workers. And when January, a Sister used to action, is also tasked with the seemingly diplomatic mission of finding the reason for the girls' decision to abscond, it seems that things couldn't get any worse... until her mother calls with news that her younger sister is also missing. Could the two events be linked? Cordelia Trent, the enigmatic Elder of the Burgrun House Coven, is in no mood to compromise. She wants the runaways back. But this coven hides a deadly secret. Can January get to the truth before any more Sisters pay the price of that secret? The Spring Child's Whisper is the fourth book in the The Witches of Marston Dornie series.

Preparing to welcome a new child into the world is a journey full of wonder, beauty, and joy. My Spring Child invites readers along as one family embarks on their first such journey. Each season brings new adventures, activities, and milestones as this growing family eagerly anticipates their new addition. Beginning with winter and finishing in the springtime a full year later, the book uses vivid descriptions of the changing seasons to the tell a heartwarming story about family love. My Spring Child encourages children and grownups alike to think about their own special first-year stories. It is a celebration of and an ode to every child—whether they come to the world in summer, fall, winter...or spring.