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The Twelve Labors of Hercules
Par Robert Newman. 1972
To marry the woman he loves, Hercules must complete twelve challenging tasks Hercules, son of Zeus, is known as the…
greatest hero Greece has ever seen. But it takes more than a godly parent to create a hero. This is the tale of how one man becomes a hero and that hero becomes a god. Soon before Hercules&’s birth, Zeus, ruler of the gods, declares that his son will one day be the high king of Mycenae. When his jealous wife, Hera, tricks Zeus to ensure that Hercules will never be king, Zeus decrees that his son will perform deeds so glorious that his name will be remembered forever. As Hercules grows up, however, Hera is always one step ahead. To rid Hercules of the consequences of Hera&’s spite, he is tasked with completing twelve labors by the person he dislikes most in the world—Eurystheus, the ruler of Mycenae, who stole Hercules&’s birthright to become king. Hercules is determined to finish the twelve labors so he can marry the princess he loves. But Eurystheus, resentful of Hercules&’s fame, is just as intent on making the tasks impossible to complete. Hercules believes he is up to the challenge, but it may cost him everything he holds dear.A Knot in the Grain: And Other Stories
Par Robin McKinley. 1994
Stories from the world of The Hero and the Crown and other magical places by a New York Times–bestselling Newbery…
Medal winner. Robin McKinley returns to the mythical setting of The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword in this &“thrilling, satisfying, and thought-provoking collection&” featuring two stories set in the world of Damar, plus three other fantasy tales featuring adventurous, pragmatic, and heroic young women (Publishers Weekly). There&’s mute Lily, in &“The Healer,&” who has the power to help others, and receives a startling opportunity to find her voice when a mysterious mage stumbles into town. And Queen Ruen, who is at the mercy of a power-hungry uncle until she encounters a shape-changer in &“The Stagman.&” In &“Touk&’s House,&” a maiden who has grown up with a witch and a troll has a chance to become a princess, but she must decide whether she would really live happily ever after. When a curse follows Coral to her new husband&’s farm in &“Buttercups,&” the pair has a choice: Succumb to defeat or find a way to turn a disastrous enchantment into a fruitful new venture. Finally, travel to upstate New York with Annabelle. In the title story, her family moves shortly after her sixteenth birthday, and just as she starts to adjust to her new life in a small town, a plan to build a superhighway threatens her new home. But a strange box hidden in a secret attic in the new house may be the answer. This is a delightful assortment of tales from an author with &“a remarkable talent for melding the real and the magical into a single, believable whole&” (Booklist).By Loch and by Lin: Tales from Scottish Ballads
Par Sorche Nic Leodhas. 2014
Ten stories from old Scottish folk songs tell histories and local legends in the voice of the peopleMany Scottish ballads…
tell stories of adventure and danger, trickery and wit, valiant nobles and passionate romances. But to the natives of Scotland, the best ballads have often been those that speak of ordinary people playing the parts of heroes. Writers of ballads stretched their imaginations to bring life to tales that happened long ago, and the stories were passed down from generation to generation as oral retellings of local Scottish history and myth.By Loch and by Lin presents exciting tales such as those of the harper who tricked a king, the dove that became a prince at night, and the beautiful lass who was stolen from her true love. In stories from ancient folk songs, this collection weaves a colorful tapestry of Scottish lore.A Coalition of Lions (The Lion Hunters Novels #2)
Par Elizabeth Wein. 1996
Caught between two kingdoms, Princess Goewin must balance the demands of leadership with those of her own happinessWith her own…
kingdom in upheaval and her vicious aunt out for blood, Goewin, princess of Britain and daughter of High King Artos, flees to the British-allied African kingdom of Aksum. There, she meets with her fiancé, Constantine, Britain&’s ambassador to Aksum, who is next in line for the throne of Britain. But Aksum is undergoing its own political turmoil, and Goewin soon finds herself trapped between two countries, with the well-being of each at stake. When she learns of another heir to the British throne, she must handle the precarious situation with great care—for the sake of her own happiness as well as for the safety of her people. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Elizabeth Wein including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.Past Imperative (The Great Game #1)
Par Dave Duncan. 1995
First in the WWI alternate reality trilogy. &“Duncan has a wonderful knack of conjuring up wacky scenarios and making them…
believable and fascinating&” (Kirkus Reviews). The Great Game of Gods is afoot in a world on the brink of madness . . . In the summer of 1914, a young man of reputation beyond reproach awakens under police guard—grievously injured and accused of heinous, impossible murder. And in a strange, distant place, the youngest member of a penniless acting troupe has been taken prisoner by the loyal minions of a corrupt, vengeful goddess. For an ancient prophecy has divided the realm&’s ruling deities into warring factions—a prophecy that mentions the crippled captive child and a youth recovering from inexplicable wounds in a British hospital bed. The game weaves through worlds and dimensions as it has since time immemorial—a deadly contest of skill and manipulations that ruthlessly creates wizards, destroys human pawns, and transforms ordinary men, women, and children into something more.Sookin' Berries: Tales of Scottish Travellers
Par Jess Smith. 2013
Stories learned while growing up on an old blue bus wandering through Scotland, for readers of all ages who love…
travel and adventure.I have been a gatherer of tales for most of my life, and I suppose it all began when I was a wee girl. I shared a home with parents, seven sisters and a shaggy dog. It could be said that I lived a different sort of life from most other children, because &“home&” was an old blue bus. We were known as tinkers or travellers, descendants of those who have wandered the highways and byways of Scotland for two thousand years . . . In this book, the author of the autobiographical trilogy Jessie&’s Journey is on a mission to pass on the stories she heard as a girl to the young readers of today. With these ancient oral tales of Scotland&’s travelling people, she invites readers to come with her on the road, back to those days when it was time to pack up and get going, and to take the way of her ancestors. Reading this book is like being by the campfire listening to the magical Scottish stories that have been handed down through generations.Ratha's Challenge: The Fourth Book Of The Named (The Named #4)
Par Clare Bell. 1994
From the PEN Award–winning author: The Named series continues as the prehistoric tribe of sentient cats confronts a rival tribe…
of feline hunters. Twenty-five million years in the past, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats called &“the Named&” have their own language, traditions, and law. Ratha, a female Named, has brought fire to the clan and serves as their leader. In RATHA'S CHALLENGE, Ratha faces a separate clan of hunter cats, entranced by the telepathic song of their leader, True-of-voice. When that clan's future becomes entwined with that of the Named, Ratha faces the difficult task of deciding everyone's fate. Her daughter, Thistle-Chaser, is her only hope for guidance in making the right decision, but Thistle-Chaser is plagued by nightmares of the "Dreambiter," a distant half-memory that threatens to tear apart her mind. Author Clare Bell crafts a serious adventure and coming-of-age story, filled with triumph and heartbreak. RATHA&’S CHALLENGE, the Fourth Book of the Named in the series, finds Ratha struggling to gain the maturity needed to be both a leader and a mother. This story of large, noble cats is a larger story, indeed.The Monster War: A Tale of the Kings' Blades (King's Blades #2)
Par Dave Duncan. 2006
A new link in the tale begun in The Gilded Chain from &“one of the great unsung figures of Canadian…
fantasy and science fiction&” (Quill & Quire). Originally issued as a YA trilogy called the King&’s Daggers (including volumes Sir Stalwart, The Crooked House, and Silvercloak), The Monster War works equally well as a single novel. The story fills a gap in the first Blades novel, The Gilded Chain, when King Ambrose sought to shut down the evil sorcery of the Elementaries, and the sorcerers fought back by trying to kill him. The same great characters are all here: Ambrose himself, Grand Master, and Blades Durendal, Bandit, and Snake. Appearing for the first time are Sir Stalwart, the only Blade who does not bear a binding scar, and Emerald of the White Sisters, the only girl ever enrolled in Ironhall. The action wanders across Chivial from the White Sisters&’ headquarters at Oakendown, to Grandon, and into the heart of Ironhall, for the evil penetrates even there. If you missed this one the first time (and most Blades fans did), then here is your chance to join the action as the King&’s Blades ride again!A Coalition of Lions (The Lion Hunters Novels #2)
Par Elizabeth Wein. 1964
Caught between two kingdoms, Princess Goewin must balance the demands of leadership with those of her own happinessWith her own…
kingdom in upheaval and her vicious aunt out for blood, Goewin, princess of Britain and daughter of High King Artos, flees to the British-allied African kingdom of Aksum. There, she meets with her fiancé, Constantine, Britain's ambassador to Aksum, who is next in line for the throne of Britain. But Aksum is undergoing its own political turmoil, and Goewin soon finds herself trapped between two countries, with the well-being of each at stake. When she learns of another heir to the British throne, she must handle the precarious situation with great care--for the sake of her own happiness as well as for the safety of her people. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Elizabeth Wein including rare images from the author's personal collection.Hippolyta and the Curse of the Amazons (Young Heroes #2)
Par Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris. 2002
Before she became Queen of the Amazons, young Hippolyta fought to break a goddess&’s curse . . . An ancient…
prophecy states that any Amazon who bears two sons must kill the second, lest he grow up to destroy all the Amazons. But Queen Otrere can&’t bear to sacrifice her baby, so she gives him to her daughter, thirteen-year-old Hippolyta, begging her to take the child to his father, Laomedon, King of Troy. In order to save her baby brother&’s life, Hippolyta must find a lost city and lift a goddess&’s curse. Along the way, she will need help from an unexpected source: a newly discovered brother. But can Hippolyta bring herself to trust a boy in order to save the Amazons? This ebook features personal histories by Jane Yolen and Robert J. Harris including rare images from the authors&’ personal collections, as well as a timeline of the Heroic Age and a conversation between the two authors about the making of the series.Her Radiant Curse
Par Elizabeth Lim. 2023
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of SIX CRIMSON CRANES comes a fantasy tale of two…
sisters—one as beautiful as the other is monstrous—who must fight to save each other when a betrothal contest gone wrong unleashes an evil that could sever their bond forever! One sister must fall for the other to rise. Channi was not born a monster. But when her own father offers her in sacrifice to the Demon Witch, she is forever changed. Cursed with a serpent’s face, Channi is the exact opposite of her beautiful sister, Vanna—the only person in the village who looks at Channi and doesn’t see a monster. The only person she loves and trusts. Now seventeen, Vanna is to be married off in a vulgar contest that will enrich the coffers of the village leaders. Only Channi, who’s had to rely on her strength and cunning all these years, can defend her sister against the cruelest of the suitors. But in doing so, she becomes the target of his wrath—launching a grisly battle royale, a quest over land and sea, a romance between sworn enemies, and a choice that will strain Channi’s heart to its breaking point. Weaving together elements of The Selection and Ember in the Ashes with classic tales like Beauty and the Beast, Helen of Troy, and Asian folklore, Elizabeth Lim is at the absolute top of her game in this thrilling yet heart-wrenching fantasy that explores the dark side of beauty and the deepest bonds of sisterhood. New York Times BestsellerA Coalition of Lions (The Lion Hunters Novels #2)
Par Elizabeth Wein. 2003
Caught between two kingdoms, Princess Goewin must balance the demands of leadership with those of her own happinessWith her own…
kingdom in upheaval and her vicious aunt out for blood, Goewin, princess of Britain and daughter of High King Artos, flees to the British-allied African kingdom of Aksum. There, she meets with her fiancé, Constantine, Britain&’s ambassador to Aksum, who is next in line for the throne of Britain. But Aksum is undergoing its own political turmoil, and Goewin soon finds herself trapped between two countries, with the well-being of each at stake. When she learns of another heir to the British throne, she must handle the precarious situation with great care—for the sake of her own happiness as well as for the safety of her people. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Elizabeth Wein including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.The Arrow of Sherwood
Par Lauren Johnson. 2013
&“This new version of the Robin Hood legend kept my attention and interest with every turn of the page. Read…
it and enjoy!&” —The World Wide Robin Hood Society 1193. A crusader returns to his home in Nottinghamshire, to find that England has been torn between the land-owning Norman lords and their English subjects, the country crippled by years of taxation and the long absence of its king. The crusader&’s name is Robin of Locksley. Following a youth spent with lowborn friends Robin is determined to settle into the role his father wanted for him: a lord dispensing justice to the county. But a false rumor of his death in the East has stolen Robin&’s lands from him, and the justice meted out by his fellow lords hardly seems to deserve the name. When Robin is compelled by a neighboring lord to condemn his childhood friends for a crime they did not commit, he realizes that he must choose between the need to regain his lost inheritance and his desire to help the commoners of Nottinghamshire. In this lucidly imagined and carefully researched recreation of the era of King Richard &“the Lionheart,&” Robin seeks the support of common-born and noble to defy the self-serving lords who oppose him, but it soon becomes clear that he can accomplish more outside the law than within it . . . In this her first novel, Lauren Johnson offers &“a unique blend of legend, history, genuine characters, and page-turning storytelling . . . a realistic take on this magical myth&” (Medievalists.net). &“Addictive and absorbing.&”—Medieval WarfareRatha's Creature: The First Book Of The Named (The Named #1)
Par Clare Bell. 1983
One brave feline, exiled from her clan, must fight to survive in this PEN Award–winning author&’s epic fantasy adventure about…
a tribe of prehistoric cats. Twenty-five million years in the past, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats called &“the Named&” have their own language, traditions, and law. Led by Meoran, the Named herd horses and deer for food. They keep order and peace, fending off predatory raiders—the UnNamed—from all sides. But, the battle has taken its toll, and the Named are skirting the edge of survival. Much to the displeasure of Meoran, a young female named Ratha discovers a powerful defense against the UnNamed. She calls it &“the Red Tongue,&” and it is a creature of incredible power. Red Tongue is fire, a force of both life and destruction that must be at once nurtured and tamed. Sensing that Ratha&’s mastery of fire threatens his power, Meoran banishes her from the clan. As she travels out amongst the savage UnNamed, Ratha learns about both them and herself. But, her tribe needs her. Can she return? Will the Named survive constant attacks without the Red Tongue? Will the power of the Red Tongue change the clan forever? Acclaimed author Clare Bell crafts a serious coming-of-age story filled with adventure, triumph, and heartbreak. Perfect for readers of Jean M. Auel&’s The Clan of the Cave Bear, Ratha&’s Creature will have readers hooked and clamoring for more stories of these big, noble cats.The Wise Woman: A Parable (The Cullen Collection #17)
Par George MacDonald. 2012
A Victorian-era fairy tale of one woman&’s quest to redeem a selfish girl—from the Scottish author of The Princess and…
the Goblin. This shorter fairy tale &“Double Story&” (by which title it was also published), tells the story of spoiled Princess Rosamond, and a mysterious wise woman whom she meets in the forest, and who continues to come to her in different guises which the princess does not always recognize. Considered by some as one of MacDonald&’s &“short stories&” rather than a novel, this edition includes MacDonald&’s insightful essay, &“The Fantastic Imagination.&” This edition of The Wise Woman for The Cullen Collection is unedited. &“Reading this book reminded me why George MacDonald&’s wonderful fairy-tales have always been so treasured by Christian writers from CS Lewis to Madeleine L&’Engle . . . an astounding, rich story.&”—Vintage Novels&“One of MacDonald&’s best and most satisfying books&”—a Victorian-era fairy tale featuring a lonely princess and a miner&’s son (Tor.com).…
As editor of the magazine Good Words for the Young, MacDonald had a ready audience for &“fairy tale&” and &“children&’s&” stories and produced some of his most famous titles during this period of his writing life. The third of his stories for the magazine, The Princess and the Goblin, published in 1872, is universally acclaimed as MacDonald&’s best pure fairy tale, and has been enchanting readers for well over a century. This story of princess Irene, her mysterious ageless namesake &“grandmother,&” and miner&’s son Curdie surely provided inspiration for C.S. Lewis&’s Chronicles of Narnia. G.K. Chesterton wrote of it in 1924, &“I can really testify to a book that has made a difference to my whole existence, which has helped me to see—a vision of things—so real. Of all the stories I have read, it remains the most real, the most realistic, in the exact sense of the phrase the most like life. It is called The Princess and the Goblin, and it is by George MacDonald.&” This edition for The Cullen Collection is unedited in any way. &“A little-known, girl-powered fairy tale that should be on your radar.&”—Bustle &“A rich, vibrant tale.&”—Minneapolis Star TribuneTroll Bridge
Par Neil Gaiman. 2016
Troll Bridge, a tale from the mind of Sunday Times bestselling writer Neil Gaiman, has been beautifully adapted for the…
first time by Eisner Award-winning writer/artist Colleen Doran. This striking graphic novel will delight fans of Alan Moore, Dave McKean and beyond. Young Jack's world is full of ghosts and ghouls, but one monster - a ravenous and hideous troll - haunts him long into manhood. As the beast sups upon a lifetime of Jack's fear and regret, Jack must find the courage within himself to face the fiend once and for all.Dreambound: A Novel
Par Dan Frey. 2023
In this thrilling contemporary fantasy novel, a father must investigate the magical underbelly of Los Angeles to find his daughter,…
who has seemingly disappeared into the fantastical universe of her favorite books.&“Dreambound is a glorious mash-up of fantasy and modern-noir. A little bit Jonathan Carroll, a little bit Neil Gaiman.&”—David S. Goyer, executive producer of Sandman and FoundationWhen Byron Kidd&’s twelve-year-old daughter vanishes, the only clue is a note claiming that she&’s taken off to explore the Hidden World, a magical land from a series of popular novels. She is not the only child to seek out this imaginary realm in recent years, and Byron—a cynical and hard-nosed reporter—is determined to discover the whereabouts of dozens of missing kids. Byron secures a high-profile interview with Annabelle Tobin, the eccentric author of the books, and heads off to her palatial home in the Hollywood Hills. But the truth Byron discovers is more fantastic than he ever could have dreamed. As he unearths locations from the books that seem to be bleeding into the real world, he must shed his doubts and dive headfirst into the mystical secrets of Los Angeles if he hopes to reunite with his child. Soon Byron finds himself on his own epic journey—but if he&’s not careful, he could be the next one to disappear. Told through journal entries, transcripts, emails, and excerpts from Tobin&’s novels, Dreambound is a spellbinding homage to Los Angeles and an immersive and fast-paced story of how far a father will go—even delving into impossible worlds—to save his daughter.Haunted Harbours: Ghost Stories from Old Nova Scotia
Par Steve Vernon. 2006
Scary tales from Nova Scotia, by the author of The Tatterdemon Omnibus and Where the Ghosts Are: A Guide to Nova Scotia&’s Spookiest…
Places. This is a collection of ghost stories from Nova Scotia—from the restless spirits of Devil&’s Island to the Black Dog of Antigonish Harbour. Documented and well-known stories from the provincial archives are mixed with word-of-mouth legends of strange happenings and scary sightings from across the province. Author Steve Vernon relies on his storytelling experience to create moody and terrifying tales from the annals of history. Praise for Steve Vernon &“Writing with a rare swagger and confidence, Steve Vernon can lead his readers through an entire gamut of emotions from outright fear and repulsion to pity and laughter.&” —Cemetery DanceToads and Diamonds
Par Heather Tomlinson. 2010
Diribani has come to the village well to get water for her family's scant meal of curry and rice. She…
never expected to meet a goddess there. Yet she is granted a remarkable gift: Flowers and precious jewels drop from her lips whenever she speaks. It seems only right to Tana that the goddess judged her kind, lovely stepsister worthy of such riches. And when she encounters the goddess, she is not surprised to find herself speaking snakes and toads as a reward. Blessings and curses are never so clear as they might seem, however. Diribanirsquo;s newfound wealth brings her a princeâ "and an attempt on her life. Tana is chased out of the village because the provincersquo;s governor fears snakes, yet thousands are dying of a plague spread by rats. As the sistersrsquo; fates hang in the balance, each struggles to understand her gift. Will it bring her wisdom, good fortune, love. . . or death?