Dive into a captivating tale of myth, magic, and forbidden love: Surface Encounter Amara, a mermaid princess from the hidden city of Kumari Kandam, longs for the world above the waves. When a chance encounter with a human sailor, Kael, throws her life into disarray, she finds herself venturing onto land in a desperate gamble. Disguised with a magical seashell, Amara must navigate the treacherous world of humans while keeping her true nature a secret. Their perilous journey is fraught with danger. Greedy pirates hunt for a mythical treasure, their path converging with Amara and Kael's desperate escape. As the truth of Amara's identity threatens to be exposed, they stumble upon a hidden network of protectors who guard the delicate balance between the human world and the underwater realm. But a powerful artifact, coveted by the warship pursuing them, threatens to shatter this peace. Amara and Kael, along with an unlikely ally – a young sailor named Finn – must race against time to warn the protectors and prevent a catastrophic event. Surface Encounter is a story that will captivate readers who enjoy: Mermaid fantasy: Explore a vibrant underwater city and the wonders that lie beneath the waves. Forbidden love: Witness the blossoming romance between a mermaid princess and a human sailor, defying societal boundaries. Adventure and suspense: Join Amara and Kael on a thrilling journey as they face pirates, mythical creatures, and the threat of a devastating weapon. Unlikely alliances: Experience the power of friendship and camaraderie formed between a mermaid, a human, and a sailor in a desperate struggle for survival. Dive deeper into the world of Surface Encounter and discover the secrets that lie hidden beneath the surface.

A runaway mermaid, four sexy, potential mates vying to claim her, and a whole new world to discover. After escaping the curse that bound all mermaids to the sea and meeting four, sexy potential human mates, Coral longs to explore their world and live as a human. But even though the guys have agreed to share her affections, it's not easy to keep four very different men happy, and Coral is frightened and overwhelmed by the complexities of life on land and struggling to find her way in a whole new world. When Coral's secret is discovered, she's torn from the men she loves and thrown into captivity. But when an unexpected rescuer reveals an intriguing world she never knew existed, she'll once again have to choose between the land and the sea. If you like the myth, adventure, and romance of fantasy stories by authors like Jaymin Eve, Bella Forrest, and Amy Bartol, and you'll love The Mermaid's Journey.

“A fast, fun read for fans of Foster’s fantastic alien worlds . . . Driven by political intrigue and wilderness adventure, this is SF of noble vintage.”—Booklist Fluva, the Drowning World, is a rain-drenched planet on the fringes of the Commonwealth whose indigenous species, the warlike Sakuntala, and its immigrant species, the hardworking Deyzara, stand on the brink of civil war. The wettest place on Fluva is Viisiiviisii, an immense jungle thriving with exotic plants and deadly predators. Endless rains have made the jungle a treasure trove of rare and valuable botanicals. A man can get rich there. Or die trying. Bio-prospector Shadrach Hasselemoga has come to seek his fortune—if he survives the terrain once his sabotaged ship goes down. When a Sakuntala and a Deyzara are dispatched to rescue the unfortunate soul, their ship crashes, too. Now, in order to survive, the three unlikely allies must do something that no one has ever done before: escape the Viisiiviisii before it consumes them. . . . “[A] rousing SF adventure packed with action, intriguing human and alien characters, and a message of strength through diversity.”—Library Journal “Surefire entertainment . . . The author’s mastery of his exotic setting cannot be denied.”—Publishers Weekly

After rescuing maiden Ragna, mermaid Ersel realizes the life she wants is above the sea. But when Ersel's suitor catches them together, she must say goodbye or face brutal justice from the king. Desperate, Ersel makes a deal with Loki and is exiled as a result. To fix her mistakes and be reunited with Ragna, Ersel must outsmart the God of Lies.

In an exuberant picture book, a glimpse of costumed mermaids leaves one boy flooded with wonder and ready to dazzle the world. While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic he’s seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies in his own fabulous mermaid costume: a butter-yellow curtain for his tail, the fronds of a potted fern for his headdress. But what will Abuela think about the mess he makes — and even more importantly, what will she think about how Julián sees himself? Mesmerizing and full of heart, Jessica Love’s author-illustrator debut is a jubilant picture of self-love and a radiant celebration of individuality.

"In this reinvention of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale, a little mermaid trades her voice for legs and makes a new friend on land, but must return to the sea to save her family"--

It's not easy being the weirdest kid in fourth grade. Soraya finds her escape reading comic books about a space superhero who saves the day. But everything changes when Soraya's class goes on a field trip to an aquarium. Is that really a mermaid in the big tank, talking to Soraya and asking for her help? Can Soraya rise to the occasion and save the day like her superhero idol?