Tommy and the Secret Dragon is a thrilling middle-grade fantasy adventure that follows 12-year-old Tommy Chambers, an ordinary boy from the quiet town of Maplewood, whose life takes an extraordinary turn when he discovers a mysterious glowing egg in the woods. The egg hatches into a small dragon, whom Tommy names Royal. Determined to protect his newfound companion, Tommy embarks on a heart-pounding journey to keep Royal hidden from prying eyes. As the bond between the boy and dragon deepens, Tommy must navigate close calls, growing suspicions in the neighborhood, and the challenges of raising a mythical creature. Full of magic, heart, and excitement, Tommy and the Secret Dragon is a captivating story about friendship, loyalty, and the wonder of the unknown. Perfect for young readers who love tales of dragons and daring adventures!

Five royal houses will hear the call to compete in the Trial for the dragon throne. A liar, a soldier, a servant, a thief, and a murderer will answer it. Who will win? Three Dark Crowns meets The Breakfast Club with DRAGONS. When the Emperor dies, the five royal houses of Etrusia attend the Call, where one of their own will be selected to compete for the throne. It is always the oldest child, the one who has been preparing for years to compete in the Trial. But this year is different. This year these five outcasts will answer the call... THE LIAR: Emilia must hide her dark magic or be put to death. THE SOLDIER: Lucian is a warrior who has sworn to never lift a sword again. THE SERVANT: Vespir is a dragon trainer whose skills alone will keep her in the game. THE THIEF: Ajax knows that nothing is free--he must take what he wants. THE MURDERER: Hyperia was born to rule and will stop at nothing to take her throne.

When the survival of the world is at stake, an ancient dragon does whatever is necessary to keep it safe…but his actions could now cost him his mate. Aldrich, the Father of Dragons, missing and presumed dead for centuries, has finally been found. But had he really been lost? In league with the Goddess, he has plotted and schemed, manipulating people and events in his efforts to save the world. But has he crossed one line too many for his mate to forgive? Tommy Bellamy, a human and master bowman, had a pivotal role in protecting the world from a demon once. All signs point to him having to do it again. A hookup gone wrong leaves him scarred in mind, body, and soul. When Tommy learns his torture was more than just an act of revenge, the betrayal may be too much for his damaged soul to forgive. The final war against chaos is about to begin. With demons on their doorstep, this is not the time for a loss of faith. They must all stand united when they face the darkness…or the hope of the universe will be lost. And the demon queen will rule over them all. This book is not a standalone. This is the conclusion to the Paranormal Council – Legacy series, follow-up series to Reforming the Paranormal Council. Tags: MM, romance, fated-mates, dragon, human, demon attack, save-the-world, mating magic, everyone fighting together, epic conclusion, HEA

Separated into seven categories for easy reference, the techniques within each chapter are applied to practice situations in a concise format for easy reference and use. The interventions illustrated include Storytelling, to enhance verbalizations in children; Expressive Art, to promote children's coping ability by using various art mediums; Game Play, to help children express themselves in a playful environment; Puppet Play, to facilitate the expression of conflicting emotions; Play Toys and Objects, to demonstrate the therapeutic use of various toys and objects in the playroom; Group Play, to offer methods and play techniques for use in group settings; and Other, to provide miscellaneous techniques that are useful in many settings. This book is a response to the evident need of clinicians for easy to use play therapy techniques. A welcome addition to the earlier collection, it is designed to help children enhance verbalization of feeling, manage anger, deal with loss and grief, and heal their wounds through the magic of play therapy. Clear and marvelously simple, this manual will be an invaluable addition to any professional's or student's library. A Jason Aronson Book

Sometimes our greatest moments of enlightenment come from our worst mistakes. ​When life supplies eleven-year-old Tommy Grant with some unfavorable circumstances intruding on his otherwise tranquil life in Ohio, he retreats into the spell-binding Order of Cosmic Champions. When he discovers that the largely successful animated program and toy line is holding a nationwide "Create-A-Character" contest where applicants submit their action figure designs, Tommy knows he has to enter as surely as he knows his own name. But when Tommy's character design fails to win the contest, he finds his world crumbling from all sides. And there is only one way he knows to fix it. What follows is a whirlwind coming-of-age adventure of righting wrongs, overcoming perilous obstacles, confronting our inner demons, and challenging the limits of reality. In this waxing nostalgic and imaginative fantasy, readers will discover what excitement lies waiting when you take risks and conquer your fears. Only one question remains: In the final hour when you heed the call, the courage to give your all, will you stand or fall?

Julia Pavernen came from a far land--Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania--to China, a place of aristocrats and coolies, religious fanatics and revolutionaries. And through her passion and courage, she came to know this churning, changing China as few Westerners had ever done before!

Factual and fanciful tales of the Nordic warriors known as Vikings have proven irresistible to filmmakers for nearly a century. Diverse, prominent actors from Kirk Douglas, Richard Widmark and Sidney Poitier to Tim Robbins and John Cleese, and noted directors, including Richard Fleischer, Clive Donner and Terry Jones, have all lent their talents to Viking-related films. These fourteen essays on films dealing with the Viking era discuss American, British and European productions. Analyzed in detail are such films as The Vikings (1958), The Long Ships (1964), Alfred the Great (1969), Erik the Viking (1989) and Outlander (2008), as well as two comic-strip adaptations, the 1954 and 1989 films of Prince Valiant and the animated Asterix and the Vikings (2006). A comprehensive filmography is also included.

Rita's plan comes to a head and the Green Ranger feels more alienated than ever, leaving the team divided when the Dragonzord attacks!

The reluctant hero of The Woods Out Back is needed again in the realm of Faerie, in this fantasy adventure by the New York Times–bestselling author. Gary Leger returned from the magical realm of Faerie five years ago, and each day since, he has longed to embark on more adventures. Now a mob of pixies is about to grant his wish. For the inhabitants of Faerie, it’s only been a month since Gary left, and life is not great. A vile king sits on the throne, threatening war. An evil witch imprisoned on an island struggles to free herself. And a dragon is burning the countryside. It’s up to Gary and his friends—Mickey the leprechaun, Kelsey the elf, and Geno the dwarf—to get Gary back to where he belongs before Faerie is blackened to a crisp . . . Praise for The Dragon’s Dagger “Gary has a lively time of it in Faerie, which Salvatore recaptures with verve and wit and many nice touches. . . . A classic tale of humans caught in the toils of Faerie, certain to retain its predecessor’s audience.” —Booklist