Books in Enchanted Wld. Lib. series

Ella EnchantedHow can a fairy'sblessing be such a curse?At her birth, Ella of Frell was the unfortunate recipient of a foolish fairy's gift—the "gift' of obedience. Ella must obey any order given to her, whether it's hopping on one foot for a day and a half, or chopping off her own head! But strong-willed Ella does not tamely accept her fate. Against a bold backdrop of princes, ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, and fairy godmothers, Ella goes on a quest to break the curse—once and for all.In this incredible debut novel comes the richly entertaining story of Ella of Frell, who at birth was given the gift of obedience by a fairy. Ella soon realizes that this gift is little better than a curse, for how can she truly be herself if at anytime anyone can order her to hop on one foot, or cut off her hand, or betray her kingdom'and she'll have to obey? Against a bold tapestry of princes, ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, and fairy godmothers, Ella's quest to break the curse once and for all and discover who she really is is as sharply funny as Catherine, Called Birdy and as richly poignant as Beauty, and has all the marks of a classic in the making. The Two Princesses of BamarreWhen a plague strikes Bamarre, Princess Addie must save her sister.Brave and adventureous, Princess Meryl dreams of fighting dragons and protecting the kingdom of Bamarre. Shy and fearful, Princess Addie is content to stay within the safety of the castle walls. The one thing that the sisters share is their unwavering love for each other.The tables are turned, however, when the Gray Death leaves Meryl fatally ill. To save her sister, meek Princess Addie must find the courage to set out on a dangerous quest filled with dragons, unknown magic, and death itself. Time is running out, and the sisters' lives—and the future of the kingdom of Bamarre—hang in the balance. FairestOnce upon a time, there was a girl who wanted to be pretty . . .Aza's singing is the fairest in all the land, and the most unusual. She can "throw"t her voice so it seems to come from anywhere. But singing is only one of the two qualities prized in the Kingdom of Ayortha. Aza doesn't possess the other: beauty. Not even close. She's hidden in the shadows in her parents' inn, but when she becomes lady-in-waiting to the new queen, she has to step into the light—especially when the queen demands a dangerous favor. A magic mirror, a charming prince, a jealous queen, palace intrigue, and an injured king twine into a maze that Aza must penetrate to save herself and her beloved kingdom.

Holiday season 2007 is going to be Enchanted! Featuring an all-star cast that includes Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams, the new Disney film is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Following the lovable Giselle from an animated world to the mean streets of Manhattan, the movie pays tribute to classic fairy tales and the never-ending belief by girls of all ages that Prince Charming truly does exist.

Holiday season 2007 is going to be Enchanted! Featuring an all-star cast that includes Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams, the new Disney film is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Following the lovable Giselle from an animated world to the mean streets of Manhattan, the movie pays tribute to classic fairy tales and the never-ending belief by girls of all ages that Prince Charming truly does exist. 8x8 #2: A Storybook LifeThe lovely Giselle has fallen out of her storybook world, and right into the heart of New York City--with a charming Prince and a Wicked Queen on her trail! Can Giselle find her way back to her own world? And if so, will she want to return there after having a taste of big city life?

Holiday season 2007 is going to be Enchanted! Featuring an all-star cast that includes Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams, the new Disney film is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Following the lovable Giselle from an animated world to the mean streets of Manhattan, the movie pays tribute to classic fairy tales and the never-ending belief by girls of all ages that Prince Charming truly does exist.Early Reader #1: A Dream Come TrueWhen Giselle falls through a well and lands in the middle of Times Square, she doesn't know what to do. But one little girl is determined to help her find "happily ever after."

Holiday season 2007 is going to be Enchanted! Featuring an all-star cast that includes Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams, the new Disney film is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Following the lovable Giselle from an animated world to the mean streets of Manhattan, the movie pays tribute to classic fairy tales and the never-ending belief by girls of all ages that Prince Charming truly does exist.Early Reader #1: True Love's Kiss

[Children's Fiction (Ages 8-12)]In this stirring and romantic fantasy novel from the Newbery Honor author of Ella Enchanted, a noble girl learns that her parents were of the despised underclass, and she must raise a rebellion on behalf of her people. A prequel to the bestselling novel, The Two Princesses of Bamarre.Peregrine strives to live up to the ideal of her people, the Latki -- and to impress her parents: affectionate Lord Tove, who despises only the Bamarre, and stern Lady Klausine. Perry runs the fastest, speaks her mind, and doesn't give much thought to the castle's Bamarre servants, whom she knows to be weak and cowardly. But just as she's about to join her father on the front lines, she is visited by the fairy Halina, who reveals that Perry isn't Latki-born. She is Bamarre. The fairy issues a daunting challenge: against the Lakti power, Perry must free her people from tyranny. In this compelling and thought-provoking fantasy set in the world of The Two Princesses of Bamarre, Newbery Honor-winning author Gail Carson Levine introduces a spirited heroine who must overcome deeply-rooted prejudice-including her own-to heal her broken country.

[Children's Fiction (Ages 8-12)]In this stirring and romantic fantasy novel from the Newbery Honor author of Ella Enchanted, a noble girl learns that her parents were of the despised underclass, and she must raise a rebellion on behalf of her people. A prequel to the bestselling novel, The Two Princesses of Bamarre.Peregrine strives to live up to the ideal of her people, the Latki -- and to impress her parents: affectionate Lord Tove, who despises only the Bamarre, and stern Lady Klausine. Perry runs the fastest, speaks her mind, and doesn't give much thought to the castle's Bamarre servants, whom she knows to be weak and cowardly. But just as she's about to join her father on the front lines, she is visited by the fairy Halina, who reveals that Perry isn't Latki-born. She is Bamarre. The fairy issues a daunting challenge: against the Lakti power, Perry must free her people from tyranny. In this compelling and thought-provoking fantasy set in the world of The Two Princesses of Bamarre, Newbery Honor-winning author Gail Carson Levine introduces a spirited heroine who must overcome deeply-rooted prejudice-including her own-to heal her broken country.