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Disney Descendants: Secrets of Auradon Prep: Insider's Handbook
Matthew Sinclair Foreman - 2015
But when the sons and daughters of some of the world’s most well-known villains are invited to go there, all havoc breaks loose. Write-ins and secret notes reveal what Mal and her friends—as well as the Auradon kids—are really thinking about each other. Take a peek inside to see who says what next!
CJ's Treasure Chase
Jessica Brody - 2016
She's fierce. She's swashbuckling. And she has big dreams. . . like finding the treasure she's known about since she was a little girl stranded on the Isle of the Lost. When CJ sneaks out of Auradon Prep with her best friend, Freddie, they go on a wild chase to find it.
Disney Descendants: Wicked World Cinestory Comic, Volume 1
Alberto Garrido - 2016
There's no shortage of magic, mystery, and mischief at Auradon Prep. Princess Audrey, daughter of Princess Aurora, opts for a new hairdo...or don't? Mal conjures some unforeseen trouble while cheering at Spirit Day. Jordan, The Genie's daughter, gets some unexpected company at her magic lamp, and more! Fans of the hit Disney Channel original movie Disney Descendants will love the graphic novel adaptation of the Wicked World Wish Granted shorts from Joe Books.
Disney Frozen: A Frozen Heart
Elizabeth Rudnick - 2015
Told in alternating chapters from both Anna's and Hans' perspectives, A Frozen Heart takes a sophisticated look at events of Frozen, exploring the couple's backstories, motivations, and doomed relationship.
The Isle of the Lost
Melissa de la Cruz - 2015
The island is surrounded by a magical force field that keeps the villains and their descendants safely locked up and away from the mainland. Life on the island is dark and dreary. It is a dirty, decrepit place that's been left to rot and forgotten by the world.But hidden in the mysterious Forbidden Fortress is a dragon's eye: the key to true darkness and the villains' only hope of escape. Only the cleverest, evilest, nastiest little villain can find it...who will it be?Maleficent, Mistress of the Dark: As the self-proclaimed ruler of the isle, Maleficent has no tolerance for anything less than pure evil. She has little time for her subjects, who have still not mastered life without magic. Her only concern is getting off the Isle of the Lost.Mal: At sixteen, Maleficent's daughter is the most talented student at Dragon Hall, best known for her evil schemes. And when she hears about the dragon's eye, Mal thinks this could be her chance to prove herself as the cruelest of them all.Evie: Having been castle-schooled for years, Evil Queen's daughter, Evie, doesn't know the ins and outs of Dragon Hall. But she's a quick study, especially after she falls for one too many of Mal's little tricks.Jay: As the son of Jafar, Jay is a boy of many talents: stealing and lying to name a few. Jay and Mal have been frenemies forever and he's not about to miss out on the hunt for the dragon's eye.Carlos: Cruella de Vil's son may not be bravest, but he's certainly clever. Carlos's inventions may be the missing piece in locating the dragon's eye and ending the banishment for good.Mal soon learns from her mother that the dragon's eye is cursed and whoever retrieves it will be knocked into a deep sleep for a thousand years. But Mal has a plan to capture it. She'll just need a little help from her "friends." In their quest for the dragon's eye, these kids begin to realize that just because you come from an evil family tree, being good ain't so bad.
The Fearsome Foursome
Amicus Arcane - 2016
With eerie illustrations throughout and a beautiful three-piece cloth cover, the books are designed to look like they came straight from the library in the Haunted Mansion. Tales from the Haunted Mansion is a fun, spooky ride, just like the attraction from the Disney Parks. And if readers are familiar with the ride, they'll see elements of it throughout the entire story, from items straight of the Mansion (are those pictures stretching?) to lyrics from the narration that is heard in each Doom Buggy. In this bone-chilling book, you will hear the terrifying tales of the Fearsome Foursome--four kids who look to out-scare each other. But just wait until they hear my spooky stories. Who am I? I am Amicus Arcane, your librarian and host. Your Ghost Host. So read on... if you dare!
Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy
Matthew Reinhart - 2007
This beautiful book will impress all fans of STAR WARS and gives a whole new perspective to the films.
The Rise of Flynn Rider
Jen Calonita - 2021
It’s not that he doesn’t love his time in the orphanage that raised him—Miss Clare and the boys are his family. As is his best friend, Arnie, with whom he’s often in cahoots, acting out passages from his favorite Flynnigan Rider books, or pretending they’re Lance Archer, the iconic thief who takes from the rich to give to the poor. But Eugene knows that most orphans his age set off to make their own way, and the orphanage already doesn’t have the means to support them all. Besides, he wants to see the world with Arnie, and maybe, just maybe find his parents someday.So when a traveling circus comes to the kingdom promising a life of adventure, brotherhood, and riches, Eugene jumps at the chance to join them. He even convinces Arnie to come too. But soon it becomes clear that there’s more to this ragtag crew than meets the eye, and they may have a dubious plot in the works. It’ll take new heroes—namely, Flynn Rider and Lance Strongbow, to save the day.Filled with adventure and fun, the Lost Legends series explores the untold origins of Disney’s most infamous rogue boys.
Have Courage, Be Kind: The Tale of Cinderella
Brittany Candau - 2015
She can quote any Shakespearean play. She befriends every animal she meets, including the scurrying mice living in the walls. She believes in the power of kindness, in changing customs that are not so kind. Ella has faced unspeakable tragedy and loss, and is at the mercy of her cruel stepfamily. And yet, Ella tries to keep a brave face, no matter how difficult this becomes.Kit has always been deemed a "dreamer." He values peace above all else. He's never understood the point of certain royal traditions and rituals. He'd rather spend time in his mother's garden than learn to fence or sit for a portrait. And as a prince, this has been somewhat problematic.This is a story about kindness and courage, about love lost and love found, about the power of names. This is the story of Cinderella.
Adventures of the Worst Witch
Jill Murphy - 1996
She doesn't exactly mean to break the rules and annoy the teachers, but things just seem to happen whenever she is around.In
The Worst Witch
it is Mildred's first term at Miss Cackle's Academy and she is making and awful mess of it. Her biggest mistake is to turn bossy, stuck-up Ethel, the teacher's pet, into a pig.In
The Worst Witch Strikes Again
, Mildred is put in charge of a new girl Enid Nightshade, to keep her occupied and out of trouble. But this time it is Enid who leads Mildred off the straight and narrow path.
A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch
finds Mildred determined to lose her terrible reputation. But with Miss Hardbroom as her form teacher Mildred seems destined to remain the worst witch for ever!
Scary Storybook Collection
Alfred Giuliani - 2003
From the creation of a giant Pooh-monster in FrankenPooh to a retelling of Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas-these tales are all guaranteed to give you the goosebumps! Also included are seven brand-new stories. Follow Mike and Sulley-the lovable scarers from Monsters Inc.-as they try to find a slumber party located in a very spooky house. Join Buzz and Jessie, from Toy Story 2, on their mission to rescue Woody from a dark and scary backyard. This collection is perfect to read aloud-whether you're around the campfire or at bedtime.
Gravity Falls: Dipper and Mabel and the Curse of the Time Pirates' Treasure!: A "Select Your Own Choose-Venture!"
Jeffrey Rowe - 2016
. . travel, Blendin Blandin searches for the legendary Time Pirates' Treasure, and he needs Dipper and Mabel's help! They journey through time, exploring the dragon-infested medieval era, the weird-and-wild west, and the laser-and-giant-baby-filled future. Will they make the right choices to find the greatest treasure ever known? Or is it only a matter of time before the twins and Blendin are clutched by the hands of time?! Dipper and Mabel's original time-travel story is sure to be a hit with fans of the show. This paper-over-board book features 272 pages of hilarious and thrilling adventures, original artwork, and a double-sided pull-out poster!
Disney Manga: Descendants - Dizzy's New Fortune
Jason Muell - 2020
A full color, manga-style graphic novel telling a brand-new story in the world of Disney Descendants, starring Dizzy — the granddaughter of Lady Tremaine — and a whole cast of Villain Kids from the Isle of the Lost! The original Villain Kids have worked hard to prove they deserve to stay in Auradon, and now it’s time some of their friends from the Isle of the Lost get that chance too! When Dizzy receives a special invitation from King Ben to join the other VKs at Auradon Prep, at first she’s thrilled! But doubt soon creeps in, and she begins to question whether she can truly fit in outside the scrappy world of the Isle.
The Storybook of Legends
Shannon Hale - 2013
Each year on Legacy Day, students sign the Storybook of Legends to seal their scripted fates. For generations, the Village of Book End has whispered that refusing to sign means The End-both for a story and for a life.As the daughter of the Evil Queen, Raven Queen's destiny is to follow in her mother's wicked footsteps, but evil is so not Raven's style. She's starting to wonder, what if she rewrote her own story? The royal Apple White, daughter of the Fairest of Them All, has a happy ever after planned for herself, but it depends upon Raven feeding her a poison apple in their future.What if Raven doesn't sign the Storybook of Legends? It could mean a happily never after for them both.
Minecraft: Essential Handbook
Stephanie Milton - 2013
You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do?The official Minecraft Beginner's Handbook might just save your life. Learn how to find resources, make a shelter, craft tools, armor and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters. With tips from Minecraft experts, inclduing developer Jeb and creator Notch himself, this is the definitive guide to surviving your first few days.