Everyone thinks the Kringles only work in toy making. I’m not your normal Kringle and toymaking is definitely not in my blood. Nope. I slay monsters. But when Christmas rolls around, I protect Santa’s sleigh. Most of the time, we deal with a stray rogue monster or two on Christmas Eve. But this year is different. It seems the monsters have decided they want to play with Santa’s reindeer and ring his bells. If I don’t put a stop to this madness, not only will Santa be their next meal, but children all over the world will wake to a Christmas that never was. If they wake at all…

Book 1: Immerse yourself in the epic world of heroes and gods with “The Iliad by Homer.” Homer's ancient Greek masterpiece recounts the Trojan War, exploring themes of honor, fate, and the struggles of mortal and divine characters in the midst of a legendary conflict. Book 2: Embark on a captivating journey of adventure and exploration with “The Odyssey by Homer.” Homer's epic poem follows the cunning hero Odysseus as he faces mythical creatures, navigates the challenges of the sea, and strives to return home, creating a timeless narrative of perseverance and cunning intelligence. Book 3: Journey through the realms of the afterlife with “The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri.” Dante's epic poem takes readers on a guided tour through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, exploring themes of sin, redemption, and the complexities of the human soul in a poetic and allegorical masterpiece.

A collection of three novels by Anna Schmidt takes readers into war torn Europe during World War II, along with characters who exhibit an unwavering Quaker faith, strong family connections, and the conviction to stand for the truth against evil. Will three couple’s love, forged amid great hardship, stand a chance. . .if they even survive all the Nazis throw at them?

Leah is not happy about being stuck in the hospital for the holidays while her mother is thousands of miles away on a honeymoon with husband number five. Until she meets her hospital roommate, Rebekah, and her big family. Cynical 16-year-old Leah has never known people like this before. From Rebekah’s handsome brother, Ethan, who can barely look Leah in the eye, to her kind older sister, Charity, the Amish family captivates Leah with its simple, loving ways. When Leah receives frightening information about her condition, her new friends show her that miracles can happen. And that sometimes angels appear in the most unexpected places.

The Awakening In the realm of Talamh, Keegan, a teenage warrior, emerges from a lake holding a sword--representing both power and the terrifying responsibility to protect the Fey kingdom. In another realm known as Philadelphia, Breen, a young woman, discovers she possesses a treasure of her own--and must travel through a secret portal to Talamh where her true destiny lies. The Becoming Possessing the power to travel between the world of man and the world of magick, Breen returns to Talamh, a place filled with dragons, faeries, and mermaids, to train with Keegan and learn to embrace the powers of her true identity. The Choice In this epic conclusion, Breen and Keegan must unite to try and defeat the dark forces of Breen's grandfather, who wants to rule Talamh.

Teen paperback series, routinely castigated or ignored by Young Adult librarians despite their popularity with young adults, should be considered for inclusion in collections alongside other genres. In Serious about Series, Makowksi provides distinct criteria by which these series can be judged for quality within their genre, and emphasizes them as an inexpensive way to fulfill patron needs and increase circulation by bringing young people, often considered "non-readers," into the library. Makowski's book is an insightful evaluation of over fifty popular series, and includes an introduction that analyzes the teen series paperback genre and its significance for both teen reading practices and library services. Hundreds of titles are annotated in the book, allowing librarians to develop "in-house" bibliographies of favorite teen series titles, making this a truly useful reference source for the young adult librarian.

ONE VICTORIAN CITY. ONE MAGICAL UPRISING. ONE BOY CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL. A dark Victorian fantasy adventure you won’t be able to put down. Fate has never been kind to twelve-year-old Toby. Not when he was abandoned on the steps of a workhouse as a baby. Nor when he escaped into the magical underworld that hides in London’s shadows. But when the futures of thousands of lives come to rest in his hands, Toby quickly realises that perhaps fate had a good reason. Perhaps it was preparing him. As the peacekeeper between both worlds, human and magic, can he find the inner strength to become a hero or does fate have darker intentions? This complete set contains all three books in The Twisted Christmas Trilogy about a young boy, an old man and a spellbinding troupe of magical performers, written by bestselling author Daniel Parsons. Over 700 pages of magic, mischief and cinematic creatures. Now, for a limited time, save over 50% by grabbing the entire series in this special bundle deal! This Boxed Set Includes Book One: The Winter Freak Show Book Two: Face of a Traitor Book Three: The Wrath of Oberon What Readers Are Saying About the Series ★★★★★ “A Christmas tale with a dark but magical twist which I thought was great.” ★★★★★ “A delightful combination of Charles Dickens, The Santa Clause, and The Polar Express.” ★★★★★ “Well paced, with loads of twists and full of action. The main character might be a boy but it is definitely a book for readers young and old.” ★★★★★ “This is a really fresh, nice interpretation of the St. Nicholas legend. I loved it.” ★★★★★ “I'm 70 and enjoyed it as much as I would have at 10.” ★★★★★ “I loved it, with all its twists and turns, never quite knowing who's really real and who you can trust.” ★★★★★ “I wished I'd read it slower to enjoy it longer - it really is THAT good.” The Twisted Christmas Trilogy is a fast-paced thrill-ride loaded with heart-warming charm, perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Skulduggery Pleasant and A Series of Unfortunate Events. Pick up The Twisted Christmas Trilogy to discover this white-knuckle adventure today!