"What are you thinking of?" Torben asks me, stroking his banana. Bananas are extinct. Or so they thought. When a lone banana is swept onto the shore of Bear Island, Isla knows exactly what she's going to do with it. She's heard stories of this mythical fruit, of how long and hard and curved they are. How sweet. How thick. How juicy. Of course, her four hunky bear shifters won't let her play with her banana. Torn apart by jealousy, they challenge the curvy yellow rod to a daring duel that will see the longest fruit win. Who will Isla get to taste in the end? A hilarious yet healthy sequel to the bestselling Claiming Her Bears trilogy, a shifter reverse harem. It can be read as a standalone. Also available as audiobooks. The Claiming Her Bears series: Rescued by Bears Protected by Bears Craved by Bears Her Banana Bears (short story)

"What are you thinking of?" Torben asks me, stroking his banana. Bananas are extinct. Or so they thought. When a lone banana is swept onto the shore of Bear Island, Isla knows exactly what she's going to do with it. She's heard stories of this mythical fruit, of how long and hard and curved they are. How sweet. How thick. How juicy. Of course, her four hunky bear shifters won't let her play with her banana. Torn apart by jealousy, they challenge the curvy yellow rod to a daring duel that will see the longest fruit win. Who will Isla get to taste in the end? A hilarious yet healthy sequel to the bestselling Claiming Her Bears trilogy, a shifter reverse harem. The Claiming Her Bears series: 1. Rescued by Bears 2. Protected by Bears 2.5 Polar Dream (short story) 3. Craved by Bears 4. Her Banana Bears (short story)

All three books in the bestselling Claiming Her Bears series, plus the novella Polar Dream, together in one omnibus for the very first time! One young woman on the run from her abusive uncle. Four bear shifters prepared to take her in. A post-apocalyptic world full of mythology, magic and hope. Alone, frozen, and far from home, Isla finds herself in the care of four frustratingly sexy bear shifters. Together, they not only need to try to survive the disasters of a failing world, but also figure out why bear shifters have stopped reproducing. To save their species, Isla will have to sacrifice more than just her humanity... But there is light at the end of the tunnel and who knows, there may be new life in their shared future. The Claiming Her Bears trilogy (previously known as The Drowning) features one sassy heroine and four sexy bear shifters (including a polar bear!). Prepare for strong alpha males with a trace of vulnerability, epic quests, very steamy scenes, Scottish landscapes, Celtic/Greek/Norse mythology, a post-apocalyptic setting and a happy end. This book contains: Rescued by Bears Protected by Bears Polar Dream (novella) Craved by Bears

The final book in this action-packed steamy reverse harem trilogy! Isla was supposed to get her happily ever after. A cute baby cub, a cottage by the sea, and four doting bears catering to her every need. Lovely, right? Things take a turn for the worst when her cub begins to crave blood and Isla realises not everything is as perfect as she'd hoped... Craved by Bears is the final book in this paranormal reverse harem trilogy. Prepare for strong alpha males with a trace of vulnerability, an adorable bear cub, action and adventure, very steamy scenes, Scottish landscapes, Norse mythology and a post-apocalyptic setting. Previously published as Polar Miracle. READ THE WHOLE SERIES Claiming Her Bears: A steamy bear shifter reverse harem Book 1: Rescued by Bears Book 2: Protected by Bears Book 3: Craved by Bears Novella: Her Banana Bears Search keywords: bear shifter, reverse harem, paranormal romance, dystopian romance, post-apocalyptic romance, Scotland, Celtic, werebear, shifter romance, alpha male, reverse harem romance, RH romance, RH paranormal romance, reverse harem paranormal romance, myth, myths, action, adventure, female protagonist, novel, hero, romance, romance ebook, escape from abuse, love, mates, menage, paranormal romance with sex, new adult romance, fated love, sleuth, pack, series, fantasy, steamy romance, paranormal romance books for adults, shapeshifter, legend, Norse mythology, Nordic, Viking

Beatrice's mum has asked her to take a bunch of bananas to Grandad. On her path through the jungle, Beatrice meets a giraffe who accidentally flicks them into a stream. Whoops! But the giraffe picks some flowers for Beatrice to take instead. As her journey continues flowers are swapped forhoney, honey is swapped for some mangoes . . . and so it goes on until a friendly elephant swaps a feather for . . . a beautiful bunch of bananas! A lovely circular story, based on an African folktale, about family, friendship, and teamwork. Written by best-selling author Elizabeth Laird, andillustrated by Liz Pichon, creator of Tom Gates.

From national bestselling author Nick McDonell, The Council of Animals is a captivating fable for humans of all ages—dreamers and cynics alike—who believe (if nothing else) in the power of timeless storytelling. “‘Now,’ continued the cat, ‘there is nothing more difficult than changing an animal’s mind. But I will say, in case I can change yours: humans are more useful to us outside our bellies than in.’” Perhaps. After The Calamity, the animals thought the humans had managed to do themselves in. But, it turns out, a few are cowering in makeshift villages. So the animals—among them a cat, a dog, a crow, a baboon, a horse, and a bear—have convened to debate whether to help the last human stragglers . . . or to eat them. Rest assured, there is a happy ending. Sort of. Featuring illustrations by Steven Tabbutt

Designed to promote literacy in young children and to empower parents, educators, and librarians, this guide is filled with simple strategies, creative activities, and detailed instructions that help make reading fun. Encouraging a love of reading in young children can be a source of both great frustration and immense joy. This handy resource provides essential tips, techniques, and strategies for making early literacy development fun and inspiring a lifelong love of reading. Read, Rhyme, and Romp: Early Literacy Skills and Activities for Librarians, Teachers, and Parents explores the six basic pre-literacy skills that experts agree are necessary for a young child to be ready to learn to read. Special sections within each chapter are dedicated to the specific needs of preschool teachers, parents, and librarians, making the content relevant to different settings. Recommended book lists, personal anecdotes, and literacy-rich activities combine to create an effective and accessible plan for implementing an early literacy program.