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Coryn and the Band have returned to the Great Ga’HooleTree and restored order. With the ember safely hidden away, the tree shakes off its gaudy golden glow and recovers its natural majesty. Meanwhile, deep in the Palace of Mists, Bess finds an ancient map fragment that reveals that there are not five owl kingdoms - as has been thought since time immemorial - but six. Coryn and the Chaw of Chaws set off to find this unknown land and, in a landscape of perpetual winter, discover a monastery of serene, learned owls, the likes of which no one has ever seen before.

The second book in Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time Quintet. Read the ground-breaking science fiction and fantasy series that has delighted children for over 60 years! * "This is breathtaking entertainment.” —School Library Journal, starred review Just before Meg Murry's little brother...

Drake and Rori rush off to find a Wind Dragon - the final dragon needed to undo the False Life spell. But they soon learn that the Wind Dragon is being held captive! Can they rescue her and her Dragon Master, Quilla? They'll need to hurry because evil wizard Astrid has already cast her terrible spell.

Buzz Beaker's dad invents an eco-friendly windmill to power the entire town. Unfortunately, the not-so-friendly Mr. Sludgeco wants it destroyed before his planet-polluting power plant goes out of business. Can brainy Buzz and his friends stop Sludgeco's explosive plans?

A turtle the size of an island. A cricket that can possess you if swallowed. A giant who turns enemies to stone. The legends of Southeast Asia—or "the lands below the winds," as explorers used to call it—are populated with a whole menagerie of colorful beasts that inspire awe and fear in equal measure. Yet, passed on as they are through story and song, so many of these stories remain rooted in some long-forgotten past and bound by the borders of the region, creatures of myth and memory and nothing more. Until now.

Immerse yourself in the captivating narration of English Vocal Artist Stephanie Poppins as you follow the adventures of Mole, Ratty, and Mr. Toad. From wild motorcar exploits to the serene life by the riverbank, this beloved tale celebrates the the idyllic English countryside, the spirit of adventure, and the bonds of camaraderie.

In the kingdom of Aveluzeen, Princess Rose Marie and Prince Horatio each discover a crystal that reveals what lies beyond life. Guided by love, loss, and the quiet courage to let go, their stories intertwine with Queen Amelia’s compassion and the Grim’s gentle wisdom, reminding listeners that even in endings, something beautiful continues.

An engrossing collection of stories from one of Australia's most loved fantasy writers and creator of the acclaimed Obernewtyn Chronicles. A girl is sent across the world to discover her destiny in the dark tunnels of the Metro. Another seeks a lost sister in a park where winter lasts forever. A young man fulfils a dying wish. A mother works magic to summon a true princess for her son. A man seeks an ending to his story. An old man goes in search of his shadow. This is a world of desire and transformation, the real and the not real, from the queen of modern fantasy.

In honor of Madeleine L'Engle's 100th Birthday, fans are invited to enjoy this archival audiobook, originally recorded in 1994 and newly restored! Listen to the voice of the author, as Madeleine L'Engle reads A Wind in the Door. Meg Murry can't help but be worried when her six-year-old brother...

"The Wind in the Willows" is a classic of children's literature by Kenneth Grahame, first published in 1908. Alternately slow moving and fast paced, it focuses on four anthropomorphised animal characters in a pastoral version of England. The novel is notable for its mixture of mysticism, adventure, morality, and camaraderie and celebrated for its evocation of the nature of the Thames valley. The classic story of how Rat, Mole, and the other river bankers saved Toad from his excesses.

Warriors: A Starless Clan #5: Wind has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher...

Das beliebteste Kindermädchen seit Mary Poppins endlich zum Hören. Elsa Honig ist Kindermädchen aus Leidenschaft. Ihre Lieblingsfarbe ist Gelb, daher trägt sie ausschließlich gelbe Kleider, Röcke und Strumpfhosen, dazu meist einen sehr besonderen Hut. Und Frau Honig steckt voller Überraschungen: Sie ist eine wahre Meisterin im Spielen, Erfinden und Geschichtenerzählen. Den Tisch deckt sie, indem sie die Teller wie Frisbee-Scheiben wirft, und überall, wo sie auftaucht, lässt sie Blumen wachsen.

Peter Rabbit has a great deal of curiosity. He always wants to learn more about his neighbors. In this collection of 16 short stories, Peter often visits Grandfather Frog to learn more about his neighbors. For instance, Peter wants to know why Striped Chipmunk has such beautiful stripes. Peter would like to know if Buster Bear has a tail. Since Grandfather Frog has lived a long time, he is willing to tell stories to Peter and his friends about how some of these things happened (according to Grandfather Frog).

Insel der Seelenpferde. Auf Maolis hat jeder Mensch ein Seelenpferd, das ihn von Geburt an begleitet. Nilla und ihr Hengst Windtänzer sind unzertrennlich. Als ihr Ziehvater Jun eines Nachts das fremde Mädchen Luna und ihr Pferd Mondlicht mit nach Hause bringt, spürt Nilla sofort, dass die beiden ein Geheimnis umgibt. Der Legende nach lebt auf der dunklen Seite der Insel die verlorene Herde, die immer wieder Pferde zu sich ruft. Auch Mondlicht? In der letzten Vollmondnacht war er spurlos verschwunden.

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first...

Nach ihrem erfolgreichen Buch "Der arme Poet und weitere Fantastereien" haben Pitsch und Pedersen abermals ein außergewöhnliches Gemeinschaftswerk erschaffen. Entstanden ist ein Kinderhörbuch, das mit seinem Fantasiereichtum in dichterischer Form für Vergnügen sorgt. Dank des Autors fröhlicher Erzählkunst bereichert "Gertrude, die Wolke und der fehlende Wind“ die Vorstellungswelt unserer Kleinsten. Doch die Begeisterung an der Geschichte greift nicht minder auf die Eltern über, Leser und Zuhörer befinden sich plötzlich mittendrin in Gertrudes zauberhaftem Universum.

Led by Hanno and Ira Hath, 32 mostly Manth survivors of the fall of the Mastery search for the fabled Homeland. Ira knows that as long as she feels the warmth on her face, despite the wintry conditions, they are heading in the right direction. She also knows that, according to the prophecy, she will die when they reach the homeland. She grows weaker with every step. Hanno must keep up the spirits of the marchers on the gruelling.

Lea und Avindur – ein drachenstarkes Team! Als Lea nach Drachenfels zieht, nimmt ihr Leben eine unerwartete Wendung: Eine zufällige Begegnung mit der Nebelfee Nebula, die ein magisches Drachenei in der Hand hält, enthüllt eine entscheidende Mission: Der 13. böse Drache hat die Macht im Drachenreich an sich gerissen. Er schickt Spione in die Menschenwelt, die den Auftrag haben, Drachenbabys zu finden und zu fangen. Und schon schlüpft der kleine Drache Avindur aus dem Ei ... Lea und ihre Freunde begeben sich auf ein spannendes Abenteuer, um die Pläne des bösen Drachens zu vereiteln.

Yacay es el hijo de los reyes volocordos, seres voladores y pacíficos que habitan los árboles gigantes del Gran Bosque, cuyos únicos enemigos son los maullianos, fuertes guerreros de aspecto felino. Una leyenda dice que nacerá un gran hijo de reyes capaz de dominar a esos hombres-gato y será reconocido por volar más alto que nadie, pero Yacay no parece ser el indicado, pues ni siquiera puede volar. Pasará su niñez siendo un chico diferente a sus amigos hasta que un día, en una emboscada, será secuestrado por los maullianos y vivirá como su prisionero.