"Running Through Shadows" invites readers on an exhilarating journey through the hidden recesses of the human experience. This gripping tale interweaves elements of mystery, suspense, and self-discovery, exploring the intricate dance between light and darkness that defines our lives. As the protagonist navigates through enigmatic events, they uncover secrets that challenge their perceptions and reshape their understanding of reality. The story unfolds in a setting where shadows hold more than just the absence of light; they are repositories of forgotten truths and latent fears. The protagonist, driven to uncover the truth, ventures into these shadowy realms, confronting external threats and internal demons. Each step taken in the shadows reveals layers of the past, interlacing personal history with broader, more universal themes of loss, betrayal, and redemption. Characters in "Running Through Shadows" are meticulously crafted, each with hidden depths and motivations. Their interactions bring to light the complex nature of human relationships, where trust is hard-won and quickly shattered. The protagonist’s journey is not just a physical quest but an emotional and psychological odyssey, testing their resilience and capacity for forgiveness. The narrative deftly explores the grey areas of morality, illustrating that the line between right and wrong is often blurred in the shadows. Richly atmospheric and profoundly moving, "Running Through Shadows" is a testament to the power of perseverance and the human spirit’s ability to find light even in the darkest places. It challenges readers to look beyond the surface, embrace the unknown, and find strength in vulnerability. As the protagonist runs through shadows, they discover that the journey through darkness is as transformative as the light they seek. This novel is compelling for anyone who has ever grappled with their shadows, seeking to uncover the hidden truths.

After her mother dies in 1975, ten-year-old Lemonade must live with her grandfather in a small town famous for Bigfoot sitings and soon becomes friends with Tobin, a quirky Bigfoot investigator.

A stunning, powerful debut novel set against the backdrop of the Cambodian War, perfect for fans of Chris Cleave and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie For seven-year-old Raami, the shattering end of childhood begins with the footsteps of her father returning home in the early dawn hours bringing details of the civil war that has overwhelmed the streets of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital. Soon the family's world of carefully guarded royal privilege is swept up in the chaos of revolution and forced exodus. Over the next four years, as she endures the deaths of family members, starvation, and brutal forced labour, Raami clings to the only remaining vestige of childhood - the mythical legends and poems told to her by her father. In a climate of systematic violence where memory is sickness and justification for execution, Raami fights for her improbable survival. Displaying the author's extraordinary gift for language, In the Shadow of the Banyanis testament to the transcendent power of narrative and a brilliantly wrought tale of human resilience. 'In the Shadow of the Banyanis one of the most extraordinary and beautiful acts of storytelling I have ever encountered' Chris Cleave, author of The Other Hand 'Ratner is a fearless writer, and the novel explores important themes such as power, the relationship between love and guilt, and class. Most remarkably, it depicts the lives of characters forced to live in extreme circumstances, and investigates how that changes them. To read In the Shadow of the Banyan is to be left with a profound sense of being witness to a tragedy of history' Guardian 'This is an extraordinary debut … as beautiful as it is heartbreaking' Mail on Sunday

Discover the timeless magic of hand shadows through this charming volume. With only a light, a wall, and your hands, you can bring to life Old King Cole and his jester, a moose, a panther, a kangaroo, and many other delightful characters. This book, created and drawn by Phila H. Webb with verses by Jane Corby, is reprinted and adapted from the original edition, first published in 1927.

Two friends find that shadows are all around them. "My friend catches my shadow's hand. Hand in shadow we walk the sand." Dragonflies zip by with their shadows behind them. Toe shadows wiggle along the bottom of a creek. In the shadow of a tree lurks delicious cool shade. On a long sunny day, two friends search for shadows and discover the hidden delights of the everyday world. Lush, sun-soaked illustrations and poetic text capture the childhood delights of a summer day.

When a little boy goes outside to play, he discovers something mysterious, which he can't seem to get away from, no matter how hard he tries.