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  • Ancient, Strange, and Lovely

    Susan Fletcher

    Hardcover (Atheneum Books for Young Readers, Sept. 21, 2010)
    In a slightly futuristic, polluted world, fourteen-year-old Bryn watches an ancient egg hatch, and her life changes forever. Like her family before her, Bryn can “ken” with birds, so at first she doesn’t understand why she relates to what appears to be a lizard. Then she realizes that the critter in her care is really a baby dragon. When the dracling becomes an Internet phenomenon, she must flee to protect him from poachers and others who wish him harm. But will Bryn be able to protect him, or will she lose the dracling just as she comes to love him? A fast-paced, standalone addition to Susan Fletcher’s beloved Dragon Chronicles series, Ancient, Strange, and Lovely puts a modern twist on a timeless genre.
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  • Flight of the Phoenix

    Dave Wolverton

    Paperback (Skylark, Oct. 9, 2001)
    When Alex O’Connell returns to Egypt to resume his training with Ardeth Bay, he expects the usual adventure — fighting evil mummies, chasing bad guys through the desert, and riding his beloved camel, Stinkwad. But Ardeth Bay has something very different in mind. It is time for Alex to be tested. Alex discovers that battling nasty mummies is a whole lot easier than figuring out exactly what he’s being tested on. All he knows is that it involves the egg of a Phoenix and that, if he fails, he will never be a true Medjai.
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  • A Royal Match

    Tyne O'Connell

    Paperback (Bloomsbury USA Childrens, Feb. 15, 2011)
    Can a normal American girl really catch a prince?When LA-born Calypso Kelly arrives at the exclusive all-girls British boarding school, St. Augustine's, she's determined to become popular. But when a photo of Calypso kissing England's heir to the throne, Prince Freddie, ends up in the tabloids, it will take quick thinking to save her reputation-and her relationship with the prince.After the tabloid disaster, Calypso hopes her next term at St. Augustine's will be better. But nothing could be further from the truth. Her archenemy (and culprit of the tabloid disaster) Honey O'Hare is her new dorm mate and her invite to the Annual Euro Royal Bash is nonexistent. Will a flirtation with a hot new sports star from the boys' school ruin her chances with Prince Freddie? Calypso has some work to do if she wants to go from pumpkin to princess in time for the ball.
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  • From the Kane Chronicles: Brooklyn House Magician's Manual

    Rick Riordan, Kevin R. Free, Fiona Hardingham, Donnabella Mortel, Kaleo Griffith, Jason Culp, Rob Shapiro

    Audio CD (Listening Library (Audio), May 1, 2018)
    Calling all young magicians of Egypt! If the blood of the pharaohs runs in your veins, you can't afford to be without this guide to Ancient Egyptian deities and creatures, and Carter and Sadie Kane's world of magic.Greetings, initiate! Carter Kane, here. Congratulations on reaching Brooklyn House in one piece. This accomplishment signals that you're descended from Ancient Egyptian royalty, and you have magic powers. But what good is power without knowing how to use it? That's where this training manual comes in. Packed with quizzes, stories, and insights about Ancient Egyptian deities, creatures (the friendly and the deadly), the mysterious Duat, and more, this primer will prime those with the blood of the pharaohs to take their first steps down the path of the gods. You'll hear from me, other magicians (including my sister, Sadie), and even a few of the gods themselves. But beware of tricks and surprises: anything can happen in the world of Egyptian magic.Read by Kevin R. Free, Fiona Hardingham, and a full cast
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  • The Edge Chronicles 3: The Clash of the Sky Galleons: Quint Saga Book 3

    Paul Stewart, Chris Riddell

    Paperback (Corgi, Sept. 9, 2013)
    The fabulously exciting and wonderfully illustrated finale to the Quint sequence - and the penultimate book in the Edge Chronicles.Quint is travelling with his father, Wind Jackal, on a mission to track down and bring to justice Turbot Smeal, the man who started the fire that killed their family. Having left behind his studies at the Knights Academy, Quint is now eager to learn what it really means to be a sky pirate and to learn from his father. But Wind Jackal is consumed by his desire to capture Smeal -- and his judgement is flawed. His actions endangers the lives of his crew -- and his son. As they travel from the taverns and backstreets of Undertown and the wonders of the shipbuilders' yards, to the dark dangers of the Deepwoods, where Quint and Maris become separated from the rest of the crew and encounter some terrifying creatures -- and finally to the mysterious, ghostly sky-wreck in Open Sky, where they discover the truth about Smeal -- and face a new terror.
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  • Pirates: The Notorious Lives and Unspeakable Acts of Real Life Pirates

    Nick Pierce, Mark Bergin

    Paperback (Sterling Publishing, Nov. 1, 2016)
    All ye young mateys, enter if ye dare the cutthroat, ruthless world of pirates! This fascinating guide introduces you to some of the most infamous brigands of the high seas, including the real figures behind legends such as Blackbeard. Find out why pirates did what they did, how they got away with it . . . and what happened if they were caught.
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  • The Zimmah Chronicles: The Complete Series

    Scott King

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Jan. 29, 2017)
    Get the complete 3-book set and an EXCLUSIVE BONUS STORY! What if your wishes went wrong? Karim and Whitney were normal kids until they met Zimmah, a wicked djinn with a twisted sense of humor. Whether they’re caught in a candypunk war between the Cupcake and Brownie Kingdoms, an epic battle between Unicorns and Mermaids, or a surprise invasion of San Francisco, the action never stops and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Can Karim and Whitney survive jello buildings, butterfly-spewing volcanoes, and dozens of evil djinns to save the world? Can they save their own parents? This is the collection readers have been wishing for! All three books of the Zimmah Chronicles trilogy, together at last, plus the never-before-released bonus tale, Dinosaurs vs. Robots. This omnibus is sure to be treasured by readers of all ages, whether they're experiencing Karim and Whitney’s amazing adventures for the first time or are faithful fans eager to devour the saga all over again. Get this action packed page turner today!
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  • The Untold Tales of Dolly Williamson: An Occult Steampunk Thriller: Prequel to The Guild Chronicles

    J. M. Bannon

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Oct. 16, 2017)
    No one deserves to die that way, not even London's most prosperous banker.Adolphus "Dolly" Williamson, an inspector in the Metropolitan Police, is called to the home of merchant banker Sir Francis Chilton. The condition of the body and lack of clues leaves him no choice but to call for the only person he trusts when it comes to the supernatural - Sister Rose.Abandoned by her Church and shunned by society, Rose's metaphysical experiments are the only way to follow the trail of the murderer.As the duo chases clues more of London's High Society turn up dead. What secret is behind the death of London's elite? Are they victims or willing participants in an occult ritual?Rose soon discovers that the murderer might be her best friend's chance of being freed from insanity-inducing possession. Before Dolly claps on the irons, Rose must learn this secret ritual, even if the cost is her soul. Can an ornery detective and an ostracized nun stop the killing spree? Pick up the first book in the four-book Guild Chronicle series introduces you to the plot twists and the eclectic characters of JM Bannon. Next thing you'll know you'll be putting down book four.The reviews are in…My first read from author J.M. Bannon, the prequel to the new Guild Chronicles Steampunk series. Reminiscent of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories, not as steampunk as most steampunk stories I've read, none the less a highly entertaining enjoyable read that I will revisit in the ensuing Guild Chronicles stories. Memorable, likable main characters. – Roger FFirst time reading a steampunk style occult alternative thriller. Lol I loved it, and the author takes you into their world and makes you think and wonder about what's happening. Looking forward to reading more of the adventures of this author. – Linda WI really enjoyed the characters and the refreshing new look at 19th century London as a steampunk setting. I can see this as a potential movie plot with Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Rachel Wietz, and Angela Bassett. – Chris A.It's time for you to cross the aether and become immersed in the adventure and thrills.
  • The Edge Chronicles 4: Beyond the Deepwoods: Book 1 of the Twig Saga

    Paul Stewart, Chris Riddell

    Paperback (Corgi, Feb. 25, 2014)
    The first book of the Twig trilogy, part of the bestselling Edge Chronicles series. Abandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. One cold night, Twig does what no woodtroll has ever done before -- he strays from the path. So begins a heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmare world of fearsome goblins, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Can he discover the truth about his past?
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  • The Edge Chronicles 7: The Last of the Sky Pirates: Book 1 of the Rook Saga;The Edge Chronicles

    Paul Stewart, Chris Riddell

    Paperback (Corgi, Sept. 9, 2014)
    Edge Chronicles 7 The Last of the Sky Pirates
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  • The Fallen Prince

    Amalie Howard

    Hardcover (Sky Pony, April 5, 2016)
    Riven has fought for a hard-won peace in her world, and has come to shaky terms with who and what she is—a human with cyborg DNA. Now that the rightful ruler of Neospes has been reinstated, Riven is on the hunt for her father in the Otherworld to bring him to justice for his crimes against her people.But when she receives an unwelcome visit from two former allies, she knows that trouble is brewing once again in Neospes. The army has been decimated and there are precious few left to fight this mysterious new threat.To muster a first line of defense, her people need help from the one person Riven loathes most—her father. But what he wants in return is her complete surrender.And now Riven must choose: save Neospes or save herself.
  • The Dagger Quick

    Brian Eames

    Hardcover (Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books, May 10, 2011)
    A stirring tale of rousing old-fashioned adventure, THE DAGGER QUICK is the story of twelve-year-old Christopher, a boy with a clubfoot seemingly doomed to follow in the boring footsteps of his father as a cooper in 17th century England. That is, until he meets his uncle- William Quick, infamous pirate, and the only man ever crazy enough to steal from the infamous Governor of Jamaica. With his mother kidnapped, his father murdered, and Christopher unjustly blamed for the crime, he has no choice but to set off on a dangerous seafaring adventure with bounty hunters on his trail and his only ally an uncle he hardly knows.
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