A desperate plea from a conch begs Theo for help. Can he prevent a catastrophe without losing his own life? It’s been a year since he returned from the mystical land of Dragon Village, and he’s had no word from his dragon father, Zmey. Was the promise to teach Theo about his powers a lie? Has his father abandoned him? Then, Theo discovers that a new menace terrorizes Dragon Village. This time, Theo’s home in the human world is threatened, too. He must learn about his powers on his own and find a way back to defeat his new foe. If Theo fails, the entire world is doomed.

The day fire and ice erupt from the sky, everything changes forever for twelve-year-old Theo. He discovers that dragons are real when Lamia, a three-headed monster, kidnaps his sister. A witch and a talking magpie help him open the portal to Dragon Village, a land he knows only from myth, a place filled with terrifying creatures. A young woodland nymph befriends him when he arrives. He must learn to trust his instincts as he searches for a way to defeat Lamia before the dragon sacrifices his sister. In his journey, he uncovers secrets that reveal that only he can save the mystical land. In this book, you will discover some of the terrifying creatures from Bulgarian and Slavic mythology. Some you may know by other names: Samodivi are Veelas from Harry Potter fame, only here they're shown as supernatural creatures of the forest. Baba Yaga, Harpies, and other creatures find their way into these pages, as well as the dreaded Lamia.

The dragon king is dying. Lamia has the cure. Can Theo get it from her before his father dies? Theo is not only in a race against time to save his father, but the Golden Apple has ripened. The fruit holds the key to immortality. When the apple disappears, accusations fly. Who has it? Diva, his devoted friend? Magda, his mother’s sister? Or someone else who was traveling with Theo when he was bringing the apple to safety? Theo has to figure out the thief’s motive and where the apple is before Lamia gets it. Once it’s in her hands, she can rule the world.

Diva lies between life and death. Can Theo find a cure before the day is over and she dies? The final battle with Lamia is looming. Detailed plans have to be made. But Theo can’t let Diva die. Two things can cure her: the Golden Apple, which Lamia has, or his mother’s magical robe, which his other aunt, Magda, has stolen. Theo places his bet that he can find the robe. But one trickster after another has him running all over Dragon Village to find his aunt. Will he find the robe in time, so Diva doesn’t die?

Alex Benedict and Chase Kolpath discover that a missing renowned physicist had several interstellar yachts flown far outside the planetary system where they vanished. Following the physicist's trail into the unknown puts Benedict and Kolpath in danger.

Following The Sorceress and the Cygnet, Patricia A. McKillip returns with the sorceress Nyx and her niece Meguet. Together, the duo must face down a pair of mysterious magicals: a mage hell-bent on stealing a hidden treasure, and a firebird who transforms people and objects into precious materials. Each dawn, the firebird transforms into the form of a man, able to disappear into the surrounding town. As they seek out the true identity of the firebird and try to keep the powerful mage from achieving its ultimate prize, Nyx and Meguet set out on an adventure that will take them through various enchanted and alluring realms.

A greedy emperor demands an impossible task from Lao Lao, a peasant woman who makes beautiful shapes from paper. Includes instructions for making traditional Chinese paper-cuts.

A brilliant series for 7+ readers full of adventure, magic and friendship from Paula Harrison, author of the Rescue Princesses and Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue series. Talia lives in a tropical rainforest that is home to a flock of magical firebirds. Once day she meets a lovely baby firebird and they become firm friends! But the firebirds are in terrible danger. Can Talia protect them, and save her new friend's home from destruction? Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, this is the perfect book for young readers who love magic and animals! Don't miss the other titles in this series: The Sky Unicorn, The Sea Pony, The Storm Dragon and more!

In a land far, far away, a small group of animal lovers work to keep magical creatures safe from the grasp of the evil Sir Fitzroy in this third book in the brand-new Secret Rescuers chapter book series! Talia lives in a tropical rainforest that is home to a flock of magical firebirds. One day she meets a baby firebird and they become best friends. But the firebirds are in terrible danger. Can Talia and her friend Lucas protect the firebirds, and save their home from destruction?

This book features three complete stories and one poem from Strange Matters, a collection of short fantasy stories by Bret Allen. About the Firebird: Ekaterina wants to be taken seriously by the men of her village, so she sets out to hunt the greatest prey of all, the legendary Firebird. On the way she encounters three strangers who give her the gifts she needs- for a price. This short novella, inspired by Slavic folklore, is a symbolic fable about the importance of choosing wisely and keeping sight of the things that truly matter. About British Gods: Two strange figures watch the violence of the London riots unfold and do what they can to help, as only forgotten gods can. A humble nod to my favourite author, Neil Gaiman. This short story is based on British folklore in the modern-day style of American Gods. About Thornback: A poem about the humble hedgehog, seen through my eyes. About Saturday’s Child: Henri discovers that his afterlife is going to be even more dangerous than his first life, when he meets a predatory and beautiful stranger. This very short story is set in the world of ‘Sleepwalkers’, a setting of my own creation. In this case, I give a glimpse of the plight of a newly deceased spirit. Feel free to read these stories before checking out the full collection- Strange Matters- 20 stories and poems of fantasy, myth and magic! These stories contain some mature themes.