When the crown of Jacondria announces a series of royal masquerades, she yearns to go. However, her stepsisters’ fortunes hinge on them finding wealthy husbands, and Eugenie doesn't want to interfere with their odds. Enter a mischievous fairy who has other plans. A scant few hours of light-hearted revelry seems harmless enough. By the fairy’s own rules, Eugenie can’t stay the whole night, and with everyone in costume, her stepfamily will never know she was there. Really, how much trouble can result from attending a masquerade or two? This novella is based on Charles Perrault's "Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper"

     Her time in the magical academy has been a long chain of criticisms, reprimands, and punishments. Her war-like ability to control any weapon has earned her nothing but the fear and scorn of fellow students and instructors. And now, she finds herself before the highest council just one vote away from having her magic sealed forever. Until Enchanter Evariste appears. The mysterious prodigy is one of the few with the authority to go against the Council. Which is exactly what he does when he takes Angelique as his apprentice. Though his lessons are challenging and eccentric he shows her more kindness than she ever hoped to receive. Everything seems perfect. But things are changing in the world. Dark things. Evil things. Once upon a time is about to become very real… Apprentice of Magic is an epic fantasy fairy tale adventure mixed with clean romance and humor. This new series is a companion to the bestselling Timeless Fairy Tales series.

    A chilling fantasy retelling of the Snow White fairy tale by bestselling creators Neil Gaiman and Colleen Doran.A not-so-evil queen is terrified of her monstrous stepdaughter and determined to repel this creature and save her kingdom from a world where happy endings aren't so happily ever after.From the Hugo, Bram Stoker, Locus, World Fantasy, Nebula Award-winning and Sunday Times-bestselling writer Neil Gaiman (American Gods) comes this graphic novel adaptation by Colleen Doran (Troll Bridge).

    Except Isabelle isn’t the beautiful girl who lost the glass slipper and captured the prince’s heart. She’s the ugly stepsister who’s cut off her toes to fit into Cinderella’s shoe ... which is now filling with blood.When the prince discovers Isabelle’s deception, she is turned away in shame. It’s no more than she deserves: she is a plain girl in a world that values beauty; a feisty girl in a world that wants her to be pliant.Isabelle has tried to fit in. To live up to her mother’s expectations. To be like her stepsister. To be sweet. To be pretty. One by one, she has cut away pieces of herself in order to survive a world that doesn’t appreciate a girl like her. And that has made her mean, jealous, and hollow.Until she gets a chance to alter her destiny and prove what ugly stepsisters have always known: it takes more than heartache to break a girl.

    To win back her kingdom of perpetual day, save her night prince, and reunite the sun with the moon, a princess incapable of speech or sound must prove herself everything a traditional princess is not: tough enough to sleep on a bed of nails, and loud enough to be heard without a voice.

    Set in the universe of the acclaimed Interstellar Cinderella, this irrepressible fairytale retelling will charm young readers with its brave heroine, its star-studded setting, and its hilarious, heartwarming happy ending.

    The son of the man who killed my parents and little sister is finally within my reach but they seem to think it's too risky to take him out myself. Now with Mancini in the game I'm beginning to feel like I'm losing my hold on the situation as the three of them scheme and plot right under my nose.

     All Isobel wants is a quiet place to read, but apparently that's too much to ask. She only needs to make it through one last summer with her broken family before she can leave for university and get on with her life. At least she has her books and the solitude of the woods. But there are wolves in these woods. Caught out in the forest after dark, Isobel is pursued by a disturbingly intelligent pack of wolves. When the grizzly bear who rescues her turns out to be a cursed fae prince, she realizes her life isn’t the only thing in danger. She could lose her heart. Trapped by the wolves at the prince’s home in Faerie, Isobel tries to unravel the mystery behind the surly prince’s scars. Because time is running out for the castle’s inhabitants, and if Isobel can’t find a way to break the spell and save the prince from the Unseelie Queen, she may lose everything she’s come to love. If you love magic, adventure, and a clean romance, try The Rose Gate. This is a stand-alone story that kicks off the Faerie Tale Romances series ** The e-book edition does not include the illustrations done for the paperback edition**

    Is that too much to ask for? She discovers that perhaps it is when her creepy professor gives her an ultimatum...she must sleep with him or he will destroy everything she's worked so hard to build. Enter Theodore. He might be twenty years older than her, but he seems right up her alley...strong...handsome...a little mysterious. From the moment they lock eyes, she knows he's the one. But when they begin an affair behind his sister's back, things get complicated...especially since his sister is Leanne's new boss...the one who’s hired her to create Halloween inspired costumes for Hollywood royalty. *Claiming His Fashionista is an insta-everything standalone instalove romance with an HEA, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.

    Not even to get your ball. Leave it. That ball belongs to the Witches and the Beasties, now. Those wicked Witches. Stealing your ball. Magic is forbidden in Myrsina, along with various other abominations, such as girls doing maths. This is bad news for Gretel Mudd, who doesn't perform magic, but does know a lot of maths. When her clever inventions prompt the sinister masked Huntsmen who run the country to accuse her of Witchcraft, she is forced to flee into the neighbouring Darkwood, where all the Witches and Monsters dwell. There, she happens upon Buttercup, a Witch who can't help turning things into gingerbread, Jack Trott, who can make plants grow at will, the White Knight with her band of Dwarves and a talking spider called Trevor. These aren't the terrifying villains she's been warned about all her life. They're actually quite nice. Well... most of them. With the Huntsmen on the warpath, Gretel must act fast to help the Witches save both the Darkwood and her home village, while unravelling the rhetoric and lies that have demonised magical beings for far too long.

    In this modern twist on the classic story, Cinderella, who would rather just be Ella, meets her fairy godmother, goes to a ball, and makes friends with a prince. But that is where the familiar story ends. Instead of waiting to be rescued, Cinderella learns that she can save herself and those around her by being true to herself and standing up for what she believes.

    Fairy tales come from an oral tradition, so they were always changing — until the Victorians wrote them down, when they stayed the same for many years. To have meaning today, it’s important that fairy tales change with the times. So in this series, after their heroic and clever deeds, the girls don’t always end up getting married and settling down. They go off and have other adventures of their own. Every story may not end in instant marriage, but good triumphs over evil and there is always a happy ending. Stories included are: Kate Crackernuts, Snow White and Rose Red, The Sleeping Prince, Maid Maleen, Clever Molly, The Unusual Princess, A Cloak of Rushes, and Tam Lin.

     "A Dash of Magic, and a Hint of Wicked." From the landscapes of medieval castles, modern skyscrapers, and Regency ballrooms, this short story collection features strong female leads and women saving themselves.  "A literary glass of bourbon after a long day." A powerful debut book by Byrd Nash. WARNING: This collection draws upon the original fairytale source material and is Grimm-esque. It will not be suitable for all readers. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ THE FAIRYTALE SHORT STORIES The Wicked Wolves of Windsor “I’m not going to eat you,” said the wolf as he kept pace with the bicycle. “I only want to talk.” Between the wicked wolves of the Wild Hunt and her violent father, Doireann needs all of her wits to survive. A dark retelling of Red Riding Hood in a magical fantasy England, post WWI. The Queen’s Favorite Feeling the rough scaliness of his hand, the queen could only whisper, “The witch lies, sire. Who knows what mischief she wanted to cause between us?” Queen Elaine and her talking horse must speak the truth to free themselves from a monster. An empowering tale of surviving domestic violence set in a medieval landscape. A Society of Heartless Women Murder, betrayal, and revenge is in fashion in this Jane Austen horror satire set in Regency Bath, England. Granny Starseed Between drownings and gunfire, when will granny leave? A hippy witch and her talking raven upset the lives of her family when she comes to visit their suburban home. Milking Time A magical fantasy set in Regency England, where a not-so-ordinary farm girl duels a sorcerer. The Prince Learns a Lesson A graduate student is given an impossible task: transform a spoiled prince within three days. A contemporary magical fairytale. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

    With her father in prison and their bookshop sold to pay his debts, she has no choice but to turn to Henry Covington, the Baron Norcliffe. But the baron has more than earned his harsh reputation, and Rose must face his wrath in order to save her father—and herself.Since the deaths of his parents, Henry Covington has isolated himself from society, ensuring the solitude of his estate with his deliberate callousness. However, when the beautiful Miss Sinclair appears on his doorstep, begging for a chance to repay her father’s debt to him, a moment of weakness finds him offering her a position—as a maid in his own house.They both soon learn that first impressions are not to be believed. Henry is surprised—and intrigued—by Rose’s optimistic charm, while Rose slowly uncovers Henry’s true self, his compassion concealed behind the pain of loss and betrayal. But when a shadow from Henry’s past returns, their newfound hope is tested. They must decide for themselves who to trust—and what they will risk for their happily ever after.  Beauty and the Baron is a Regency retelling of Beauty and the Beast. It is a sweet/clean romance novella, and is Book 1 in a series of Regency retellings. The stories can be read in any order.

     On the dusty streets, around the bustling bazaars, being overlooked by a Sultan’s Palace was a land. A land of magic, secrets and treasures buried deep beneath the desert. Through Arabian nights, dark forces are at work. Dark forces that can threaten the peace of everyone in the Kingdom. Watch our authors as they answer the question, can three wishes save the day? Join our award winning and USA Today best selling authors for nine action packed fantasy and contemporary retellings with Sultans, sorcerers, romance and more magic than a genie’s lamp can hold. One click now for your happily ever after… Other books in the Kingdom of series... Kingdom of Glass and Ashes (Cinderella retellings) Kingdom of Salt and Sirens (Little Mermaid retellings) Kingdom of Sand and Wishes (Aladdin retellings) Kingdom of Mirrors and Roses (Beauty and the Beast retellings) coming soon Kingdom of Thorns and Dreams (Sleeping Beauty retellings) coming soon

    The tasks assigned a bookish boy lead him to fateful encounters with lizards, owls, trolls and a feisty, sarcastic cat. A bear wedding is cause for celebration, the spinning wheel and the tower in the briar hedge get to tell their own stories, and a kitchenmaid finds out that a lost princess is more than she seems. The sea witch reveals what she hoped to gain when she took the mermaid’s voice. A wiser Snow White sets out to craft herself a new tale. In these eight stories and twenty-three poems, World Fantasy Award winner Theodora Goss retells and recasts fairy tales by Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Oscar Wilde. Sometimes harrowing, sometimes hilarious, always lyrical, the works gathered in SNOW WHITE LEARNS WITCHCRAFT re-center and empower the women at the heart of these timeless narratives.

     Beneath the turbulent seas, beyond the smoky depths, lies a Kingdom that exists in your wildest imagination. A world where mermaids swim, sirens sing and shipwrecks hide mysterious creatures. Make waves with our 11 magical retellings of the timeless classic, The Little Mermaid. Dive into a world filled with adventure, love and magic! One click now for your happily ever after.

    One brave woman stands in their way. At her mother’s death-bed, Elisabeth learns her mother’s illness is no accident and that her own life is in danger. Evil witches are plotting to take over the kingdom of Vendale. All alone, naive, and untrained, Elisabeth’s determination is all she has to confront her mother’s murderers as she discovers love at the same time. While Richard’s behaviour sends distracting mixed messages, Elisabeth finds herself stuck in limbo: she is treated like a child but is forced to make adult decisions. Meanwhile, the witches’ plot spins a fateful web around her. Can Elisabeth succeed in the face of insurmountable odds?

    Papa Scare (a monster), Mama Scare (a mummy), and Baby Scare (a vampire) live in a haunted house where they eat finger sandwiches and alpha-bat soup. One night, they go out to walk their dog (a bloodhound, of course) to let their soup cool down. While they’re away, in walks the zombie Moldilocks, looking for food, a chair, and a bed that’s just right. Kids will love this hauntingly funny story with its surprise ending!

    S. Johnson comes an original fairy tale that's sure to enchant you ...  The first time I fell in love with Princess Mele was when I saw her smile, and I fell in love with her the second time the moment I heard her sing. Two memories burn within Kaipo's heart -- the death of his mother, which left him alone to die, and the arrival of Princess Mele, which gave him a new reason to live. Together with his adopted brother, Kaipo seeks out Jaya, the Fae Queen who lives on the Forbidden Mountain, in order to gain the beauty he requires to win Mele's heart. But Jaya has other plans for the scarred outcast who climbs up her mountain ... The Princess and the Peacock is the first in Birds of Fae, a fantasy fairy tale novella series from C. S. Johnson featuring original, standalone fairy tales.  FROM THE BOOK:  “Hey, Kaipo, we are almost at the top!” Rahj lets out a cheer as he appears beside me again. He daringly loosens his grip before twisting around to see the sights behind us. “Can you believe the view from up here? No wonder Jaya chose to live here.” I carefully look down at the view below. I can see our whole side of Maluhia as I glance around us. The skies are clear, shining in a way that seems both too light and too blue; the clouds just above the Forbidden Mountain are fluffy and starkly white, as if they know they are used in service to a higher power. The seas that surround Maluhia are a mix of blue and green, the sun and sky eagerly battling for the right to blend their beauty. I can see the coral reef that bends around the beach that leads to the other side of the mountain, where the kingdom’s rich merchants, warriors, and royal family live in the capital city of Shanthi. “You’re right,” I say to Rahj, who somehow smiles even more brightly. “This is incredible.” “This is how the God of all creation must see the world,” Rahj says, his voice full of awe. “From up here, it only looks beautiful. There is no way to see the full ugliness the world carries.” I frown at him, surprised by the remark. There was nothing in his tone to suggest a sullen feeling, but the words were enough to make me wonder. “I am happy to share this with you, Kaipo.” Despite the danger, Rahj reaches out and I clasp his hand in mine. I might have hated Rahj before, but since my scars had branded me as both an outcast and an orphan, he had remained by my side. With Appa gone, and my mother dead and burned, there is no one else. So I smile at him. “Thank you, brother,” I reply, and this time, Rahj does not smile. Instead, I can see the solemn gratitude and pride in his gaze as he nods. His sudden and uncharacteristic seriousness is the last thing I see before the rock under his anchored hand crumbles, and he cries out my name as he falls. “Kaipo!”    WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:  "From the characters to the priceless message of true beauty, this was an engaging and creative tale that pulled me in. I very eagerly look forward to reading more in this series!" ~ Laura A. Grace, Unicorn Quester"Beautiful and satisfying read!" ~ Maurice, Book Reviewer

    As part of Her Majesty's Red Cape Society, it's Agent Louvel's job to keep the streets of London safe from supernatural creatures. In this Red Riding Hood retelling, Clemeny takes on alpha werewolves, wizards bent on revenge, airship pirates, and a monster set on ruining Christmas.Included in this collection:Wolves and Daggers - Best Steampunk Novel of 2018Alphas and AirshipsPeppermint and PentaclesPerfect for fans of Carnival Row ! It's Once Upon a Time meets Supernatural in this exciting retelling of the classic Red Riding Hood fairy tale with hefty doses of badassery and steampunk. See how New York Times bestselling author Melanie Karsak puts her unique spin on this timeless tale, blending it into her richly-built and award-winning steampunk universe.

    A princess destined to wake him. A kingdom determined to stop them. High Prince Alexander has been cursed to a sleep like unto death, a curse that will end the line of the high kings and send the Seven Kingdoms of Tallahatchia into chaos. With his manservant to carry his luggage and his own superior intelligence to aid him, Alex sets off to find one of the Fae and end his curse one way or another. A hundred years later, Princess Rosanna learns she is the princess destined by the Highest King to wake the legendary sleeping prince. With the help of the mysterious Daemyn Rand, can she find the courage to finish the quest as Tallahatchia wavers on the edge of war? One curse connects them. A hundred years separate them. From the rushing rivers of Tallahatchia’s mountains to the hall of the Highest King himself, their quests will demand greater sacrifice than either of them could imagine.

    A Fairy Tale Retelling Romance

    Bring her father unspeakable amounts of wealth to enter a month-long competition.2. Defeat all other suitors in hand-to-hand combat with your honor intact (and balls - heirs needed).3. Be revered by every citizen in the kingdom for being a 'hero' amongst men. (Also known as a jackass).4. Wear the pretty Princess on your arm while occupying her kingdom and claiming a right to the throne she isn't allowed to sit on alone.Aladdin doesn't care about princesses, or much else for that matter.The one thing he does care about? Gold.And when he crosses paths with a traitor of the kingdom, he has a chance to get his hands on more than he ever could have dreamed of.There's only one rule: he can have everything in the hidden cave except a mysterious lamp.But Aladdin doesn't do rules. Just like he doesn't do princesses. Although...he's starting to change his mind on the latter. For fans of Sarah J. Maas and Marissa Meyer, this is an Upper YA fairytale romance, an Aladdin and Rapunzel retelling with a dark twist on the original tales.

    Since the prequel is filled with spoilers, you may want to read the other two books first, and then return to this one to read the backstory of how Cinderella's dress and shoes become a legacy.

     1. THIEF OF CAHRAMAN You have been summoned to Sunstone Palace to compete in our search for the future Queen of Cahraman. After years on the run, Adelaide thinks her lonely and dangerous life as a thief is finally over. But her world is upended when a witch steals her away to a faraway kingdom, to perform an impossible heist. If Adelaide fails, her newfound family would be sacrificed to a beast. To complete her mission, she’s forced to assume the role of a noblewoman and enter a royal competition. The prize is the hand of the elusive Crown Prince. Elimination means certain death. As the witch’s literal deadline approaches, Adelaide has one last gamble to save the day, and to escape to a new life with Cyrus, the handsome and mysterious fellow thief who stole her heart. But everything falls apart when the prince finally reveals himself… 2. PRINCE OF CAHRAMAN Before, she avoided elimination. Now, she must win. Chosen as one of the Final Five in the Bride Search, Ada has one last chance to find the golden lamp and save her family. Yet with Cyrus no longer her partner-in-crime, but her target, her plans unravel, tearing her between duty and desire. Now she has one week to pass three increasingly difficult tests fit for a queen. As the competition takes a perilous bent, secrets are uncovered, demolishing her world as she knows it. Caught between impossible choices, the fates of all she loves depend on her decisions. But she fears that no matter what she does, she'd lose everything and change Cahraman forever. 3. QUEEN OF CAHRAMAN After a lifetime of running away, now she must make a stand. In a corrupted Cahraman, Ada is back on the streets, struggling to save her friends and the kingdom from the fallout of her devastating mistake. The only way to redeem herself is to put things back as they were, but that seems impossible when her enemy is all-powerful. When Cyrus and her friends escape, their reunion turns bittersweet as her part in Nariman’s takeover is exposed. Now that Cyrus no longer trusts her, there is only one thing that could fix everything: the lamp. But her plan to steal it flings them on a treacherous quest for salvation through forgotten lands, unseen worlds and a cave of wonders. A journey that tests their love, their knowledge of who they are, unearthing shocking truths about them all and exposing the dark side of magic. With no more secrets and no more need for lies, Ada’s goal is now to surmount the harrowing obstacles thrown her way and find the one thing that can defeat Nariman before it’s too late. But if she fails, they’re all doomed to this grim fate forever. If you enjoy clean romance, spell-binding mystery, and heart-pumping adventure, enter the magical world of Folkshore now! Fairytales of Folkshore is a series of interconnected fairytale retellings, whose arcs can be read separately, but for the best experience should be read in order. The series continues with BEAST OF ROSEMEAD.

    But then he followed up with a crab, ray, pelican, shark, and more. The popular children's rhyme is given the Florida treatment in this book for young readers.

    What if Beauty stood up to the Beast, the Princess never tried to sleep on the pea (and wouldn’t have noticed it if she had) and the Swan Maiden took her revenge on the hunter who kidnapped her?'The Adventurous Princess and other feminist fairy tales' is a retelling of nine traditional fairy tales with a feminist twist.Fairy tales open up new worlds full of enchantment and adventure, but many of these traditional stories also reinforce rigid gender roles and norms, perpetuate stereotypes and lack diversity in their characters.In 'The Adventurous Princess', the charm, whimsy and magic of traditional fairy tales remains, but the diverse characters challenge stereotypes about who they should be and how they should act, stand up for themselves and shape their own futures.

    When Granu barely survives her first gig teaching students who attempt to fillet her for lunch, the baby-eating troll ends up unemployed and facing eviction. Granu's only prospect for income is grueling work in the tar pits. That is, until her playboy best friend devises a perfect, if suicidal, scheme—a heist! The Covered Bridge, the largest source of income for the city, has New Metta well under hoof. In a week, TCB Corporation pulls in enough cash to buy a small country. It's the ideal target, but security is top-notch. Granu needs three things to survive this heist: a crew of specialists, impenetrable sun protection, and gallons of grog. There’s just one thing Granu doesn’t plan for—those damn meddling billy goats.

    A witch is tormented by the cheerful (and awful) singing of a persistent bard, but when she finally snaps and turns him into a rock, he just keeps on singing—somehow the power of terrible music overcomes all magic. A wizard wants a pet. An ogre just wants to make beautiful art. Four original, wry, and utterly charming fairy tales comprise this new collection for young readers.With a deft, lively text from Nathaniel Lachenmeyer and eye-popping, painterly art by Simini Blocker, The Singing Rock is the perfect read for kids who love a good yarn—and good comics!

    Her first glimpse of the handsome alien hybrid had her dismissing his crass moniker, until his abrasive attitude proved the gossip to be true. He was an arse, but an arse that she both needed and wanted. Thankfully, Cisnetta was one tough bird who never turned-tail and ran.Major Atrates Geswin, second-in-line to the Andrake dukedom, found himself locked in a skirmish with an astounding woman. Cisnetta Fowler handled his insults as if he passed her fluffy ducklings. But rather than softening him, she inflamed his Otar-alien side, spurring him to seize, to demand, to want… All that stood between his victorious claiming of her was a vicious, pet swan with a neck-wringing fetish.As far as Atrates was concerned, Cisnetta was his for the taking.----------------------Cosmic Fairy Tales is a collaboration in which several authors are retelling beloved tales with a science fiction romance twist. Each book is a standalone, containing its own Happily Ever After, and they can be read in any order. Be sure to explore the other titles in the collection:The Hunchback by Regine AbelThe Frog Prince by Tracy LaurenContaminated by Amanda MiloThe Ugly Dukeling by Bex McLynnJackie and the Giant by Honey PhillipsEscaping Wonderland by Tiffany RobertsRampion by Susan TrombleyThe Lion and the Mouse by Emmy Chandler

    A young soldier is tasked to discover their night-time adventures. But unlike the story told by the Brothers Grimm, this soldier seeks a different ending. Jackie's dark and poetic text updates this well-known tale and shows how stories evolve and adapt over time.Beautifully illustrated by Ehsan Abdollahi, who has created stunning puppet-like illustrations in rich and delicate detail, this unique illustrative style brings the story to life and perfectly encapsulate the beauty and melancholy of the story.

    I am nothing more than a pawn in my adoptive mother's diabolical plot against the seven kingdoms.I was the chosen tool, her sharpened blade that would cut the deepest into the heart of the Kingdom of Baist. But like all deadly weapons, my wedding is two-edged sword that could cost me my soul.For I am Rosalie, one of the adopted daughters of Lady Eville, and it is my duty to enter into a loveless and hate-filled marriage with the narcissistic Crown Prince of Baist. My choices and heart are not my own to give. Yet even in the thick of dire situations, beastly vengeance can give way to beautiful attraction.

    But as a girl growing up in the East End of London in 1912, it seems like all her future holds is dropping out of school to work a tough job in a factory for very little money. Then Daisy meets the suffragettes, who are fighting for the rights of women and the poor. They show her that she might be able to achieve her dreams after all. But being a suffragette is dangerous, and Daisy must risk getting in trouble with her dad, neighbours and even the police if she wants to do her bit.Perfect for fans of Opal Plumstead and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.

    And she will rise...When the Noctisian King passed, the Daylight Accord crumbled. Now, the Kingdom of Noctis exists in darkness and unending night, while their neighbors slowly roast.The sun never sets on Sol.The former prince of Noctis refuses to honor the bargain his father made with the Solian rulers and both kingdoms suffer without the balance the other brings. But when the time comes for King Knox to choose a bride, Sol sends forth their best contender: Princess Cyndria.Cyn is beautiful. Poised. Demure… and deadly. Trained by Solian assassins since she was old enough to grasp a knife, she knows exactly how she’ll enchant the King.And, once she’s queen… How she’ll end him.

    You’d think I was crazy but I’ll tell you what, I’ve slept with them and they are 100% real – every last inch of them. There’s only one problem. They’re dangerous – the kind of men who are known to claim women and yearn for them to birth their children. Now, logically, knowing this, I should run far, far away. But try running away from a couple of guys who just rocked your world into next week. It’s not that easy especially when you find yourself carrying their baby. So, I’m left with a choice: to live among the dragons and take my chances or to rely on my cheating ex-boyfriend and his desire for revenge. But is it really a choice at all? Tell me, what would you do if you knew dragons were real?

    Want to know how Gilly from Fairy Tale Reform School crossed paths with Devin from Royal Academy?eBook can be found on the author's website.

    Sorcha of Ui Neill begins an impossible quest to save her father and loved ones from a terrible plague. First, she must find the King of the Forgotten Isle. Then, she must return with him to the mainland. However, she finds far more on the isle covered in mist than just a king. She finds a future for herself, and a deadly war among the Fae.Veins of Magic : Once upon a time, a midwife became a Queen... The battle has only begun, and Sorcha's role in it has yet to be decided. In the human realm, she is nothing. In the faerie world, she has the heart of a king. But Sorcha is determined to take her fate into her own hands and become more than any have thought possible. With the world on the brink, the only thing that may save them all is a Warrior Queen. Bride of the Sea : Once upon a time, a mermaid left the sea for a pirate. A merrow woman is supposed to be quiet, accept her life with their ugly merrow husbands, and live out their lives at the bottom of the ocean. But Saoirse sneaks away to the surface and finds herself captivated by a human man. Manus is a pirate through and through. When he sees a little merrow who can make him rich, he knows to take the opportunity handed to him. But, neither of them know whether they're using the other... or falling in love.

    The stories in this volume add fairy tales to the mix, transporting classic tales to this rich historical setting.Two young women defy the devil with the power of friendship. The pilot of a talking plane discovers a woman who transforms into a swan every night and is pulled into a much more personal conflict than the war he’s already fighting. A pair of twins with special powers find themselves in Eva Braun’s custody and wrapped up in a nefarious plan. A team of female special agents must destroy a secret weapon–the spindle–before it can be deployed. Retellings of The Little Mermaid, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, Cinderella, The Monkey King, Swan Lake, Pinocchio and more are all showcased alongside some original fairy tale-like stories. Featuring stories by Zannier Alejandra, Alicia K. Anderson, Jack Bates, Patrick Bollivar, Sara Cleto, Amanda C. Davis, Jennifer R. Donohue, Juliet Harper, Blake Jessop, A.A. Medina, Lizz Donnelly, Nellie Neves, Wendy Nikel, Brian Trent, Alena Van Arendonk, Laura VanArendonk Baugh, Sarah Van Goethem, and Robert E. Vardeman.

    Blue needs a fresh start. Together they might find the satisfaction they both crave. Mina has spent the last five years being house servant to her three older siblings- Arthur, Quincey, and Lucy, under the thumb of her volatile Admiral father, But her entire life is changed in an instant--when she is almost run over by a mysterious black horse-drawn carriage. Count Vlad “Blue” Draugr flees his castle in Transylvania after an unspeakable act draws too much attention his way. Now secluded in his rural English estate, he finds himself drawn to a most unlikely creature. The sweet and innocent Mina Van Deem from the neighboring estate.  Unable to get her out of his thoughts Blue wants nothing more than to make her like him – a vampire. But Blue’s thirst for blood keeps him from fully trusting himself to keep his fangs off her neck.  In an act of desperation, Mina runs from her dysfunctional family and escapes to London. There she finds more than solitude in the sooty city streets that are alit with whispers of a string of recent bloody murders--she finds Blue, waiting for her, tempting her, stalking her. And as she falls deeper under his spell, Mina learns that some creatures lying in the shadows of London's underbelly are more enticing than she ever thought possible.
 Those who crave the dark passion of Dracula and Crimson Peak, Dracula’s Bride will be your new favorite. Scroll up to one click your darkest fantasy now!

     One kiss. That's all. Just one kiss and the curse will be broken. But is love's true kiss a myth and will it be strong enough to break the curse that's held her in its grasp for a century? The compelling tale of a young princess fated to sleep forever and the prince destined to save her retold in this spellbinding collection by USA Today and Amazon bestselling authors. One click now for your happily ever after.

    A tale told around campfires, whispered in the dark. She was just a story, until she wasn’t anymore.She was Red Siren of the Wood.And, he was destined to be the one to end her...What’s a Fairy Twisted Tale, you may ask?Well, we take a favorite fairy tale, like the girl in the red cloak and the big, bad wolf in the woods—and twist it all up.This 116-page novella contains adult language and adult situations, and is not appropriate for those under 18 years of age.

    And Ember Jones is the perfect challenge for me.Those green eyes. That blond hair. That cynical, sarcastic tongue.I bet I can put her tongue to much better use.But first, I need to tackle something else.There’s a baby on my doorstep, with a note saying she’s mine.And I don’t know how to be a father.So, I’m paying Ember to look after my kid.If I end up in the nanny’s panties, then…Where’s the harm in that?Problem is, being a billionaire comes at a cost.Always someone out to get you, to destroy everything you love.To keep my daughter safe, I need to come up with a plan.Step one: get a fake wife.Step two: prepare for a fight.I know Ember can handle the pretend marriage.And there’s something else I think she can handle too:My bad boy physique, slammed up against her beautiful body.Dominating her every f**king chance I get.I just need to protect her at the same time.Then I might even be able to make this marriage mean something.And my pretty little wife will be gasping for all the right reasons.

    Or at least, not as you know them. What if Cinderella’s fairy godmother was a spider? Or Little Red Riding Hood fought more than one wolf? Or the princess was bruised, but not from a pea? Find the answers in six standalone short stories that transform classic fairy tales into fresh adventures. Romance, intrigue, and humor abound as A.G. Marshall turns your favorite stories inside out and upside down. From heart warming to heart wrenching, these quick reads will keep you turning the pages and wishing for more. Sometimes your happily ever after isn’t quite what you expect…

    Branca receives a cryptic text message almost a year later asking her to return to the romantic trysting place that started it all. What does Pablo really want and are the rumors true? Could he be a killer? This romantic story will surprise you and take you to an incredible beach in the wilds of Northern California. Enjoy a story of myth, mystery and magical realism to soothe your weary soul.

    Perfect beings of the earth, water, air, and fire. The world was theirs during the unrecorded time. And for a while, there was peace.To Cora of The Shallows, Princess of the Undines and Captain of The Queen’s Guard, humans have been the enemy ever since the Elemental Fae were banished from The Garden of Eden. For centuries they’ve remained hidden, but now a war is brewing to reclaim what once was theirs, and staying hidden is no longer an option.Without consent, the Lawless Undines of The Depths have struck a terrifying alliance with another former enemy, and like it or not, Cora must navigate both politics and her pride to save two men from different worlds.One, a loyal brother-in-arms, and the other, a human soldier destined to lead…if he survives following his heart.One-click above to dive into this dark, fast-paced Little Mermaid retelling now!Nervous Water is the second prequel to Bad Seed, the first book in the Dystopian Fantasy / Thriller series, First Bloods.

    The reading is designed to take no more than 30 minutes each day. Stories correspond with the Cycle 2 geography, featuring stories from England, France, Germany, Russia, the Middle East, Japan, Korea, and more.

    With beautiful art illustrated by Valeria Docampo, this magnificent retelling is a perfect gift for an aspiring ballerina or any family who wants to add this enchanting and classic tale to their library.

    She's never had much reason to rebel until a new Banshee teacher starts at the Afterlife Academy and shows her a glimpse of a different life.*Valkyrie's Oath is the first paranormal book in The Heir Of The East duology and is set in the Afterlife Academy. The earlier, shorter version was previously titled Valkyrie's Chaos and was part of the Magic and Mayhem anthology.Rest in Series:#1: Valkyrie's Oath#2: Valkyrie's ChoiceRelates Series:- Valkyrie 101 and sequels (The Afterlife Academy series)- Wings of Grief

    But searching for love is an adventure, so might as well embrace it and relish in the fun.Set against the backdrop of the most romantic city in the world, this story is a romantic comedy of dating escapades... So grab your book, raise a glass of rosé and prepare to fall in love.

    But when the Fernweh Express derails and tosses them into a wild, unrecognizable land, they trust he'll know what to do. After all, Diego Rosas wrote the book on survival in deserts and arctic tundras. There's nothing he can't handle . . . until a colossal, fire-breathing dragon snatches him up and carries him away, leaving the siblings to embark on an impossible rescue mission.With the natural elements working against them, the Rosas family adventures through the curse-infested, uncharted world in order to solve the mystery of what doomed their travels. When they meet up with a dwarf and a pirate queen who offer aid, Karina and Charlie must decide whether they can trust anyone willing to voyage into a dragon's den. But if the siblings ever want to return home, they must trust and lean on each other, and above all, hope Uncle Diego is still alive.

    They are beautifully illustrated by Lorena Alvarez. The stories included are: Cinderella, Goldilocks, Jack & the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, The Princess & the Pea.

    BailyLittle Mermaid by PE KavanaghBig Bad Wolf by R.L. KendersonFinally Satisfied by S. LouiseSnow White by C.L. McGrathThe Ugly Duckling in Disguise by Annabeth Saryu(Due to mature content, these short stories are not intended for readers under the age of 18.)

     Cursed for a youthful accident which maimed a young woman, Léon Beauregard roams his mountain as a bear, clinging to the scraps of his humanity. Too bad it’s not working. Every day he loses a little more of himself to the bear and his stupid fuzzy tail. But when Léon comes across Anwen, an enchanter scarred from an accident she doesn’t remember, she promises to free him, because she believes no one deserves this sort of punishment, no matter their crime. As the graceful enchanter tries to free him, Léon begins to realize Anwen is much more than just a passing enchanter. She’s the one he’s falling in love with. And she is the one whose life he ruined. He knows he must hide his part in Anwen’s past if he wants to keep her, but when bodies show up mauled by a large animal, even she begins to doubt his ability to be redeemed. With his heart, soul, and humanity in the balance, Léon has more to hide and everything to lose if Anwen ever learns the truth about the monster inside him.

    Over the next two decades the publication of subsequent editions under the title Norske folkeeventyr made the names Asbjørnsen and Moe synonymous with Norwegian storytelling traditions. Tiina Nunnally’s vivid translation of their monumental collection is the first new English translation in more than 150 years—and the first ever to include all sixty original tales.Magic and myth inhabit these pages in figures both familiar and strange. Giant trolls and talking animals are everywhere. The winds take human form. A one-eyed old woman might seem reminiscent of the Norse god Odin. We meet sly aunts, resourceful princesses, and devious robbers. The clever and fearless boy Ash Lad often takes center stage as he ingeniously breaks spells and defeats enemies to win half the kingdom. These stories, set in Norway’s majestic landscape of towering mountains and dense forests, are filled with humor, mischief, and sometimes surprisingly cruel twists of fate. All are rendered in the deceptively simple narrative style perfected by Asbjørnsen and Moe—now translated into an English that is as finely tuned to the modern ear as it is true to the original Norwegian.Included here—for the very first time in English—are Asbjørnsen and Moe’s Forewords and Introductions to the early Norwegian editions of the tales. Asbjørnsen gives us an intriguing glimpse into the actual collection process and describes how the stories were initially received, both in Norway and abroad. Equally fascinating are Moe’s views on how central characters might be interpreted and his notes on the regions where each story was originally collected. Nunnally’s informative Translator’s Note places the tales in a biographical, historical, and literary context for the twenty-first century.The Norwegian folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe are timeless stories that will entertain, startle, and enthrall readers of all ages.

    Her hair is wild and gray. Her teeth are made of iron, and she travels using a giant mortar and pestle and lives in a shack on chicken feet surrounded by a fence of skulls and bones. She is Baba Yaga, a crone who ruthlessly uses the needy and greedy for her own devices. And in this anthology of new stories starring Baba Yaga, she lands in some spectacular scenarios.A Jewish resistance fighter in World War II Poland must gain the help of Baba Yaga to vanquish three supernatural men and avenge the loss of her comrades. A young mother leaves her family to serve the witch in penance for committing a terrible wrong. One story delves into Baba Yaga’s tragic origins, while another re-examines the classic tale of Vasilisa, following the young girl who comes to Baba Yaga for fire on her own journey from maiden to mother to crone. One tale transports the witch from the forests of Russia to the swamplands of the American South, expertly weaving together Slavic and African-American folklore, and another brings her right into the modern day, as a young boy goes looking for a witch to put a spell on a school bully and gets more than he bargained for.

     For years, there has been an odd notice posted every so often in the town square calling forth the most beautiful maiden in the land to serve the kingdom. The Queen decides which of the eligible ladies earns the feared and elusive title. After that, the chosen one disappears, never to be seen or heard from again. A few months later, the game is played all over again. Some say that the Queen boils the women alive to steal their youth, and others insist that they are sacrificed to a great dragon in the North to stop him from invading. The only certain thing, however, is that being beautiful is now a curse. Belara has been terrified of coming of age for years now. Ever since she was little, people have been telling her that she is a beauty beyond compare. Over the last few years, they have said this with pity rather than admiration. Right after her birthday, the same notice is posted again. No one is surprised when Belara is sent to the palace and declared to be the most beautiful of all. She is dispatched to fates unknown by the Queen, who gives her one piece of advice: not everything is what it seems. Armed with years of careful education and everything she learned from her father's library, Belara is determined not to meet the same fate as all the others. The Most Beautiful One is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast featuring a vengeful fairy, a clean romance, and one enchanted monkey.

    It is my birthright to lead the House of Red, my destiny to be the next Grand Matron of all hoods. But as the namesake of the Betrayer, am I also doomed to repeat her crimes? Maybe. I too have fallen in love with a werewolf, and that alone could get us both killed. I don't want to be his enemy, but I also can't imagine living without him. Soon, I'll have to make a choice: my heart or my hood. Or can I rewrite history and become the Gerwalta who can have them both? The prequel to the bestselling urban fantasy fairy tale, The Red Hood Chronicles.

    He grew up in an old hut in a village, doing all kinds of work for everyone around, to get by and earn his food.One day he accepts a dare and agrees to work for an old woman. A woman living apart from the village and rumored to be a witch. All the peasants fear her, but Antonio agrees to help take care of her garden.As a reward for his kind heart and the job he does, the old woman gives Antonio an unusual reward.She gives him her Magic clogs.

     You'll love spending hours of peace and calm bringing these artworks to life with color. Leave your worries behind, grab your favorite pencils and markers, and escape into a world of relaxation and the joy of creativity. Fairy Tales by bestselling artist, Selina Fenech, is filled with inspiring designs of featuring all the classic characters of your childhood- Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Twelve Dancing Princesses, Snow White, Aladdin, Rapunzel, and so many more.Selina Fenech's coloring titles have 1500+ 5-star Amazon Reviews and sold over 100,000 copies. A favorite among the adult coloring community, discover the elegant design, inspiring scenes, and sense of magic that makes Selina Fenech's books so popular.Be calm, be content, and awaken your inner magic. Coloring has become famous for its calming power and benefits for mental and emotional health, in adults and children. Relieve anxiety while you release your inner artist, and amaze yourself with the masterpieces you can create adding color to these magical designs.25 unique artworks x 2 copies of every artwork. This book includes an extra copy of each of the 25 images, for a total of 50 pages to color in, so you can try different colors or mediums, share with a friend, or have a back-up in case of an oops, so you can have a stress-free experience. Page size is a large 8.5 x 11 inches, 'Letter' size, approx. 22 x 28 cm. Images on one side only, framed within the page, not full bleed.Coloring for all ages, beginner to advanced. With a balance of intricate design and simpler elements, these images will satisfy adults and experienced colorists without being overwhelming to beginner artists.Explore the complete 'Fantasy Coloring by Selina' collection to find your next artistic adventure. You'll find a whole world of magic with 20+ coloring books in fantasy themes from mermaids to fairies, dragons to unicorns, goddesses to gothic witches, and the totally cute Faedorables books. Selina Fenech has been a world renown fantasy artist for over fifteen years, and has carefully illustrated these coloring designs herself based on her original fantasy paintings. Grab your copy now, and experience peace through the wonder and magic of coloring.

    Is the Queen of Hearts still ruling with an iron fist? Does the Mad Hatter still have to go to tea? And will Tweedledum and Tweedledee ever resolve their argument?More than 150 years since Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was first published by Macmillan, revisit Carroll's amazing cast of characters – including the Queen of Hearts, the Mock Turtle, the Dormouse, the Cheshire Cat and Alice's Sister in these brand-new stories, that will bring a new generation of readers to Wonderland.

    McGuffey100% of proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Research Foundation in honor of Kerri James, a reader who lost her battle with breast cancer.My name is Kerri James, and I am the Mayor of Moon Hollow.This is my forever story.As Mayor it is my job to keep the residents in my town safe. Which is why we keep our paranormal abilities a secret from the humans.While I track down an unknown visitor, my town is preparing for their annual Halloween festival. My body is betraying me with sudden jolts of tremors and uncontrollable bouts of flames. Is this visitor a threat or is my body already becoming attuned to the one thing I have always desired....a mate.Meanwhile in Moon Hollow:An unwilling succubus finds herself mysteriously drawn to Moon Hollow hoping to find a place where she can plant roots. With the approval of the mayor, she sets up her bookmobile but finds fate has more in store for her than being the local librarian.An ancient sorcerer with a public relations problem is sent to instruct the future chosen one. A modern day witch who’s just come into her craft. When they meet, sparks fly and the earth shakes, but is it passion or two personalities clashing like the Gods?The Mayors human assistant is sent to investigate a rodent problem at the a local store run by a good witch. The rodent is her familiar who is up to no good. Will the two survive this match-making calamity?Callie finds the demon she’s hunting in Moon Hollow, but she also finds an old savior. Using borrowed powers, Callie has to choose if she can let go of the past to save her own future.A kindhearted nymph adopts a disfigured cat not knowing his fur hides something more powerful. How does he let her know she is his One without revealing his whereabouts to those searching for him and will she forgive him for his deception?

    In this clean/sweet fairytale, a princess uncovers a plot against her kingdom and tries to stop it with the help of her friends.

    This is the last story of his last mission. With only a handful of his most elite knights, Perronius embarks on his final mission; rescue a gifted monk and his son from the fortress of Songre Khan, a ruthless tyrant who imprisoned the monk in order to gain his knowledge of mortal combat, for no one, not even Perronius, is Gaeden Kai's equal. Perronius will stop at nothing to see Gaeden Kai freed from his bonds-even if it kills him. The fate of his country depends on it.

    for women who love women. Seeing Red Hunter has spent the last two years trying to keep the mortgage afloat, finish her nursing degree and keep her ex-con sister out of trouble. When a beautiful girl in a red cap needs Hunter to nurse her sick grandmother, it seems like their problems are solved... until the big bad wolf rears his ugly head. This contemporary take on Little Red Riding Hood asks, how far is too far to go for family? Cinders In this modern Cinderella story, firefighter Cyn is all but invisible to her dream girl, a socialite named Marigold who barely knows she exists. When an arsonist sets Marigold’s prized garden on fire, Cyn comes to the rescue - this is her chance to be noticed. The two of them join forces to find the firebug and the sparks fly. Fairest Everyone says Luma has the world at her fingertips. Beautiful and rich, most people would kill for her life – especially her stepmother. When the aging woman snaps and exiles Luma to the forest, she’s taken in by a dashing lady lumberjack and her six protective brothers. But will that be enough to protect Luma when her stepmother comes back to finish her off?

    reimagined. Deputy Christopher Small is running out of time. He doesn't want to disappoint his little brothers by neglecting to play the annual autumn prank they're anticipating, but he needs to get himself all slicked up for dinner. Why? His parents have invited Miss Mary Rose O'Brien, the girl he's sweet on. Will he have time to do both? Find out in this new short story that follows both the book "Cloaked" and the short story "Blizzard at Three Bears Lake," all part of Rachel Kovaciny's Once Upon a Western series of fairy tale retellings.

    Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie's beloved character - the girl who had to grow up.

    The son of Poseidon, he was a gift from the gods to the queen of Corinth. But in one moment of foolish pride he lost everything—his family, his home, and the city he’d grown up expecting to rule.Banished, Lero flees to Ethra, his betrothed, but the plans they’d made for a life together lay in ruins. With the coffers of Corinth no longer at his disposal, Lero now needs enough wealth to provide a home—and to hire warriors to defend it. His only option is to use his skills in the bloody art of war, selling his sword for the hope of a future.King Proteus of Tiryns offers Lero that chance, but it doesn’t come free. Proteus maintains power with fear, and the intrigue in his court soon has Lero firmly in his grasp. Lero spends his days killing men he doesn’t hate for a king he can’t respect. And if he doesn’t find a way to escape soon, it’s likely the next life Proteus claims will be Lero’s own.But trying to fight his way free may cost Lero everything he’s been fighting for…

    A child who is looking for parents and a family, and a sense of belonging. A child who sees magic in graffiti and a blue hare in the moon. Who meets a girl with a skateboard and learns to fly; who finds a home, with the most curious of families. Winter's Tale is a story about finding your true self and your true home; about family and belonging; about art, magic and freedom.

    That is, until she is forced to play as her kingdom's missing princess and marry a prince in order to satiate her King's need for power. Milly experiences more than she signed up for and sets off on a journey that takes her to places she would have never thought possible. She comes across opportunities for love and even encounters a little magic. Can she overcome growing into a person she can no longer recognize? And can something as small as a pea change everything? This is the first book of "The Tales and Princesses Series." The books can be read separately, but they're best enjoyed in order. *This is a second edition.* The Tales and Princesses Series reading order: Peas and Princesses (Book One) Janice Wallander: A Novella Retelling the Tale of Rumpelstiltskin Apples and Princesses (Book Two) Pumpkins and Princesses (Book Three)

     A handsome, mysterious lord with silver hair and golden eyes has created quite the stir in Glass Kingdom among the female populace. They’ve granted this man the nickname of ‘Heartbreaker of Glass Kingdom’ due to the fact that he never sleeps with his conquests more than once. One night while Ashe Smoldris is at a casino an eccentric young woman wearing a unicorn mask appears, and gets into trouble when she plays a game of poker in one of the backrooms and loses. When it turns out the girl doesn’t have the money with her to pay off her debt she almost gets herself sold of as a slave. In a strange twist of fate Ashe unwittingly ends up saving the princess of Glass Kingdom. Because of his daring rescue Juleka falls in love with Ashe, and starts to watch over him from the shadows. After Juleka saves Ashe from the clutches of the seductress Lady Doriana Gray, Ashe begins to develop tentative feelings for Juleka, but the dark secrets she’s been keeping from him put their bourgeoning love to the test. Even though Ashe presents himself at the casinos in Glass City as a wealthy lord his true identity is that he’s a slave. His mother sold Ashe to the nefarious loan shark Lord Christian Tremaine to settle her gambling debt. In order to buy his freedom back from Lord Tremaine and his sadistic sons, who enjoy torturing Ashe for imagined slights, he has been whoring himself out to noblewomen. But what Ashe really wants to be doing is to fight in the coliseum. Nobles bet on the outcome of the matches, and the winner makes a lot of money. Unfortunately, Ashe is a dullard - someone who has been born without magic, and the magical races fight in the coliseum. If Ashe is to stand a chance in the arena against elves, witches, fairies and vampires he’s going to need an enchanted sword. Ashe teams up with playboy prince Snow Flurris and they travel to Bones Kingdom in search of Rapunzel’s Tower. Rapunzel is the best blacksmith in all of Fantasia. Will Ashe manage to convince the stoic man to forge him an enchanted sword for free? Warning: This is a fairytale for adults (18+) and contains sex and foul language.

    A princess imprisoned, enslaved, and believed dead by her people. A foreign prince searching for his sister. Each entangled in a curse that threatens all of the Seven Kingdoms. Crown Princess Winterberry's stepmother will do anything to prevent her ascension—even if it means assassinating her. And on the eve of the princess's twenty-first birthday, Queen Blanche arrests Winterberry under false claims of treason. Although a long-standing prophecy proclaims death to anyone who kills a Canens royal, Blanche is determined to find a way. Step one goes off without a hitch: auction off the true heir as an incognito slave and send her halfway across Canens with Blanche's most trusted huntsman. But on the other side of the Seven Kingdoms, an enemy prince gambles his throne and his life, crossing into Canens after his kidnapped sister. The farther he travels, the more entangled he becomes in the Canens Curse, the slavery underworld, and Princess Winterberry herself. Soon, even he doesn't realize how much more is at stake. Enter the cursed world of the Seven Kingdoms in book one of this Snow White retelling, where you will find elements of Red Riding Hood and other beloved faery tales.

    Gray knows his place is by his beloved’s side, but he discovers being a consort to a King isn’t quite like being a King himself. Instead of leading armies and negotiating treaties, he spends his days placating nobles and assigning seats at banquets. He knows he’s capable of much more, but Rory refuses to listen. As Gray and Rory are pushed to their own breaking point, a new threat emerges on the horizon. Will the lovers vanquish it and forge their own happily ever after? Or will their future be forever tainted by evil magic? Sometimes, what you need most is actually right in front of you. Join Rory, Gray and Evrard on one last magical quest for true love.

    It also has its major pitfalls. One of those is that my wealthy father wants me to marry someone just like him. He sees himself as successful and well-respected, but I see him as a womanizer without the ability to love. We don't agree on my future, so he throws a Halloween party and tells me I can choose any suitor from the party. I reluctantly go, but what neither of us expected, was Mr. Mysterious. He shows up out of nowhere, steals my heart, and leaves me with a choice. One path leads to happily ever after and the other leads to the scandal of the century. I make my choice, but what happens when the two paths converge again? Eli To say that my stepfather is evil would be an understatement. When he prohibits me from something, it just makes me want it more, consequences be damned. So when Trevor tells me I can't go to the upscale, elite Halloween party being thrown by one of the New York Elite, I know I have to go. What I don't expect is for my revenge plan to go off the rails when I meet the one girl with the power to make me bend my knee. But I have a dark secret that would shatter the fragile trust that Ashley and I have built, and a stepfather who's hellbent on destroying me. Glass Ceilings is intended for mature audiences and contains situations that may be inappropriate for readers under 18. The story is steamy and scandalous, but has a guaranteed happily ever after. If you like your fairy tales twisted, this is the book for you!

    Not since a star broke the world a thousand years ago and cursed humans with Grand Banes—powers never meant to be theirs—has there been a more traitorous tale. Snow murdered their father and was executed for her crime by Queen Estelle. But Rose’s world is shattered when an ageless Snow reappears eleven years later and tries to assassinate the Queen. After a mysterious golden bear aids Snow’s escape, Rose vows revenge on the ghost that still haunts her family. She hunts Snow across Albemar only to fall into the hands of a far more dangerous creature—Jack, a young man from a race of elves long thought extinct. Claiming the Queen enslaves elven children to create youth elixirs, Jack resolves to trade Rose’s life to Snow to save the last of his kind. Both loyalty and vengeance waver when Rose discovers that a mirror forged from the Starfall may have warped Queen Estelle into a cunning monster. She must decide where her true allegiance lies . . . with the mother she’s loved all her life, or the enigmatic half sister she barely knows. The closer Rose gets to the mirror, the more she realizes that generations of her family are tangled in its reflection—and the price to free them all will shatter far more than glass.

    These treasured tales are retold by Kim So-un, an eminent storyteller who is a household name in Korea. The illustrations combine modern and traditional Korean art elements and techniques in telling these classic stories.In the Tuttle tradition of bringing beloved stories from other countries to new generations of readers, this book presents the following tales:The Magic Gem answers the question why do dogs and cats fight? When the house feline recovers the story's prized title jewel, the family dog bears a grudge that is passed down through the ages.The Deer and the Woodcutter follows a merciful man who saves a deer's life and is rewarded with love and luck. When he's turned into a rooster, he expresses his joy each dawn through his loud crowing.The Tigers of the Kumgang Mountains concludes the anthology with a cautionary tale about overcoming challenges. A hunter's son sets out for revenge but instead learns that things are not always as they appear, and that persistence and sacrifice hold richer rewards.With Three Korean Fairy Tales, kids and parents alike will learn about Korean culture by experiencing the country's rich storytelling tradition.

    For weeks, she searched for answers only to discover the answer in a book of witchcraft. A non-believer, she puts it to the back of her mind. Until her mum takes a turn for the worst. With the help of her Witch-in-Training best friend, Finn, hatch a plan only to get caught between the formidable Judge Gothel and his treasured garden. Betrayed by those she loved most, Zel must fight for for her own survival.This is not the Rapunzel you grew up with.

    In the turn of the pages, the crowds of unsuitable princesses go by, the palace is explored and the tower of mattresses is built. This classic tale has new life in this format, allowing the reader to enter the story through the enticingly cut pages. Brightly illustrated with beautiful patterned detail by Ella Bailey. This is the latest addition to a hugely successful innovative series. Delicately laser-cut pages draw the reader through the book, allowing them to see through the pages. A beautiful rendition of a memorable classic tale.

    There's only one way to stop it but that involves something no one has ever managed before. With the aid of her shape-shifting pet seal, a rescued sailor, and the spirit of a man she can't even see, Mari ventures onto land for the first time in her life, determined to save the souls of her people. But the land of men comes with many dangers, and not all her allies can be trusted. Can she restore what's been stolen and right the balance between land and sea once more? Or will she doom herself for eternity…A standalone story inspired by the Little Mermaid. An Untold Tales Fairy Tale Retelling.

     When two strangers turned up at my door asking to speak to my grandfather who’d been mute for five years, my first thought was to slam the door on them. I would have too if my grandfather hadn’t chosen that very moment to say his first words in half a decade...words that would send me on a quest to the unknown. Following my grandfather’s wishes I embark on a journey with these two outsiders who swear they need to find some diamond in order to save the world from the evil prince of darkness. Problem is, none of us know how to follow the map we are given by a powerful fae, Cassiopeia, that will lead us to find the keys we need to find the diamond. That was until him. The town outcast who swears he can guide us anywhere-through dragon territory, the darklands where the werewolves’ rule and to the nonexistent town where the mages roam. Add unicorns, mages, evil gryphons, dragon shifters and two cute, little pixies into the mix and soon my life takes on a terrifying turn, which nothing has prepared me for. Join USA Today bestselling authors J.A. Culican and J.A. Armitage on a magical adventure full of unicorns, dragons and darkness. Scroll UP and click Read Now or Read for Free to learn the secret of the Unicorn Key. Realm of Light and Fire reading order: Book 1: The Unicorn Key (available NOW) Book 2: The Unicorn Quest (available February 2020) Book 3: TBA (available June 2020)

    he commences training to become a proper wolf — one that's BIG and BAD. Can he help the wolf pack with their master plan?

    He lived in a cottage in the forest, using his powerful magic ring to do good for any and all who crossed his path.Far and wide was Joseph the Good Giant known, for his kindness and his magic. But wicked wizard Morgul wanted that powerful magic for himself. So he deceived the Good Giant and stole his magic ring.Joseph was determined to get his lost treasure back and set off on a quest to find the wicked wizard. Join the good giant Joseph and see where his adventures will lead. Using a magic staff to find the way, meet fantastic creatures and fierce dragons, fight magic battles and brave your fears. And above all, always remember... ...to only do good!!A fairytale of a Giant and his journey on a dangerous quest.

    And now, a new world full of romance and mystery and magic awaited her. But, she is still hunted...still in constant fear for her life from that witch. Searching for her "prince and protector" among the handsome strangers in this mystical remote village, she finds new friends among its residents, both historical and present-day folks. A mysterious woods where once you fall into it, you can’t leave. This was her new home, a world of magic and new family and friends and...romance. A new twist on a fairy tale retelling and re-imagining adventure...‘Fallen Snow’ is the first book in the Whispering Willows series.

    Peep through the pages to follow the Little Mermaid as she discovers the prince, asks the spooky sea witch for a potion to give her legs, and dances at the prince's ball. Simple, charming retelling of a beloved fairy tale in our hugely successful 'peep inside' series, with a positive message for young modern girls. Laser-cut holes in the pages which transform as the pages turn, and flaps, to encourage interaction with the story for curious little minds and fingers. Stunning illustrations and gorgeously imagined characters by new illustrator Valeria Abatzoglu.

    She knows she just has to get through her classes in order to be accepted in Valeria, her adopted country. But when her past follows her to her new home and she meets a quiet, studious boy who might be the key to unlocking her true self, she realizes she's done running from her ghosts. But taming a wild snow leopard is far easier than letting go of her past so she can embrace her future.

    Now she needs to put it all on the line to save what is precious to her. Can this simple farm girl survive court-life? Can she stop a war from burning down her world? And what of the mysterious princess of Hazel Wood and her covert glances…? Not to mention the prince of Acacia Wood who might or might not be involved with the prophecies ruling their kingdoms. With mysteries and secrets threatening the life she longs to return to, can she separate her feelings from the mission?TO WHAT LENGTHS WILL SHE GO TO SAVE HER LOVED-ONES?*Book club questions included.

    She brings light to a trail long darkened, but when the snows fall hard, and the night closes in, Alex will need to choose between her own life and the fate of an entire world.The company is true, and the quest is noble. But who could blame anyone whose heart is chilled by the soft jingle of bells?Step inside the most magical library that ever there was and enjoy the first in a series of short reads set between Book One and Book Two of the Secret Library series.Authors note: You do not have to have read the main series to follow along from this point.

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    If you don’t like loud-mouthed pixies who are really cool but sometimes get told they’re immature (for no reason), then definitely stop reading. Oh, and if you’re His Awfulness The Elf Prince ‘Dare’ Darius, then you can kiss my butt. My hatred for you burns with the fire of a thousand suns. Thanks for getting me kicked out of Pixieland and exiled to attend some rando human high school on Earth. You’re the worst, even if you have a cute smile. And nice eyes. Your hair looks okay sometimes, too. But you’re still a creep and I loathe you. And to everyone else: if you’ve read this far, then you better finish my entire diary. My story is supernatural, whacked-out, and overall awesome. PIXIELAND DIARIES1. Pixieland Diaries2. Calla3. Dare

    When she falls in love with a prince, the little mermaid persuades a sea witch to replace her tail with legs so she can live on land. But the price demanded by the wicked sea witch is great: the mermaid’s beautiful voice . . .

    and got eaten for his pains.The realm of Russian fairy tales is perilous. You might think you know who’s friend, who’s foe. But you’d be wrong. Wolves might be friends. Old grandmothers might be cannibals. And the idiot might be the wisest man in the room. So say you find yourself at the waystone, a boundary between the real world and the world of story. Every road you take from the waystone leads to danger and the potential of great rewards. But you could end up being eaten, chopped into little pieces, or even turned into a goat.This book is a short guide for your survival. At the end, you’ll find the fountain of youth, riches unimaginable, the man or woman of your dreams…and maybe something even more lasting. But getting there is the real pleasure. Buy this book today to enter the weird and wonderful world of Russian fairy tales.

    Her father is determined to see her wed to a prince of his choosing, however, Tatianna has other plans. Plans that don’t involve tying the knot. What this princess didn’t anticipate, was the unexpected guest to what was, essentially, her engagement festival.Kallan, prince of the dark court- was not only unexpected, but uninvited. He knew it would be a risk to show up. Not only was he a dark fae, but a human as well. It would all be worth it though to see her again. When light meets dark- and two worlds collide- secrets, lies and betrayals are exposed.Luckily, fate, magic and a bit of divine intervention will help to bring balance back to the land of Faery. No matter the cost.

    They include activities glossaries and a full audio recording of th text in both British English and American English.When Tom’s father dies, Tom has to leave his home with Puss, the cat. Luckily Puss is a very clever cat, and soon Tom is riding in a carriage with the King and his pretty daughter. Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). 500 headwords, 979 words

    More than just cautionary folklore with magical characters and strange scenarios, the greatest fairy tales exemplify the best that children's literature has to offer, masterfully revealing deep truths that have the power to cultivate the moral imagination of readers, thus making them an essential part of any quality reading life. Tales of Wonder Volume II provides eight of the most popular fairy tales ever told, as recorded by Andrew Lang, Charles Perrault, and Hans Christian Anderson. No matter how old your students are (or if you are the student), this book offers a context for contemplative reading and deep thinking about the most lively, enjoyable, and transformative stories ever told.

    What becomes of "Romeo & Juliet" when cunning Hamlet is born in place of gentle Romeo? A northern wolf is born in place of bracco pup. Where as Romeo was a leaf on the wind, Hamlet moves with dark purpose. The conflict between Montague and Capulet has waged for many years; yet son of Montague, Hamlet, has conspired to bring the drama to its close. His plan: woo Capulet maiden Juliet. Tis a perilous task that shalt surely mean the forfeit of his life should he fail. Be weary dread schemer, for the fruits of thy ambitions may be thy undoing for how often hath love laid low the best plans of man?

     Lady Christiana Tremaine lives in the kingdom of Vesance, but ever since her father remarried, her stepmother—Lady Tremaine—has stripped her of everything befitting her station, has reduced her to that of a maid, and forced her to answer to the slur of Cinderella. Though the life of drudgery is horrid, she carries hope circumstances will change, especially when she remembers dancing with the prince who stole her heart. A chance meeting with that same man strengthens her resolve to change… if she can survive that woman’s deadly machinations. Alto August Henry Ferdinand Lansdowne, Prince Charming of Annanvale has been searching for the woman who sent his world upside down and ran from him at midnight leaving a glass slipper behind. Though he’s been cursed to shift into wolf form each night, he has faith that the woman he’s coming to love will overlook his affliction. When he finds her, they begin an unorthodox courtship and he falls ever deeper, but their romance is fraught with obstacles. When Christiana is locked into a high tower by her stepmother and kept there by an enchantment, Henry is quick to come, but when Lady Tremaine gets wind of their plot to escape, she lies in wait for the noble prince and leaves Cinderella to an ugly fate, for she desires power above all else. But as long as there is love, there is hope. The beleaguered pair will need to fight hard for their happily ever after. With luck and a little magic, they just might win.

    They’re kelpies.” “A strong arm wrapped around her waist and pulled her over the rail of the deck.” “Cleanse the house on Blaubart Street.” Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty aren’t the only fairy tales in the world, but they tend to steal most of the glory. It’s time to let others shine for a change. Sixteen talented authors each put their own spin on different fairy tales that you won’t find in animated films. Trade your pining fair-haired princesses for fire fairies, conquistadors, plucky young men named Jack, and a fisherman’s daughter. You won’t see too many castles, but you’ll visit a haunted house, a mill, and a Russian bathhouse. This book also features not-so-wicked stepmothers, a hungry jackal, a black cat with a mysterious secret, and a ship full of pirates. Move over, Cinderella. Make room for Mercedes.

    “I know this is magic,” says the shoemaker. Someone is making beautiful shoes every night, when the shoemaker and his wife are asleep. Who can it be? With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English.

    With delightful illustrations by Nayantara Surendranath, this book is Srividhya Venkat’scharming Indian adaptation of a European folktale.