Books with title Kingdom of the Wicked

A mean wizard sends three monsters to torment the Kingdom of Glee led by King Gentle, with the hope of discovering: why the people living there are so happy? One-by-one the monsters’ plans are spoiled, until the wizard succeeds in discovering a secret that changes his life, forever. This stunning addition to the New Classics Books collection contains a heartfelt story with gorgeous illustrations destined to delight both children and adults for years to come.

In this timeless and delightfully illustrated tale, a young king—thinking he owns everything in his kingdom, including the wild animals, birds, and clouds—means well but acts impulsively, nearly destroying the land he loves. The story imparts lessons ranging from the importance of sharing to the dangers of the uncontrolled exercise of power, portraying how a king’s plans to accomplish his short-term goals cause damage he never anticipated.

A rhyming children's environmental awareness fairytale, where woodland creatures seek the help of natural born enemies brought together to save a forest from the evil "Dark Black Knight," who wants to cut it down . Each chapter is a new adventure complete with fairies, a little hunter brave, etc. Written to boost a young child's confidence that if the smallest most unlikely hero can turn things around maybe they can too. Humor and life lessons included.

A mean wizard sends three monsters to torment the Kingdom of Glee led by King Gentle, with the hope of discovering: why the people living there are so happy? One-by-one the monsters’ plans are spoiled, until the wizard succeeds in discovering a secret that changes his life, forever. This stunning addition to the New Classics Books collection contains a heartfelt story with gorgeous illustrations destined to delight both children and adults for years to come.

Thirteen-year-old Kate is without her dad, lonely and depressed. Her family is broken and her world has lost its color and energy. One day, she is drawn by a crow into a land of uncommon beauty and love. But Kate soon discovers this new land is under siege by the rebel Grod Vurmis, who is causing freak storms and environmental disasters. Vurmis is turning the inhabitants into shadows, looting the kingdom libraries, and changing the stories so the people will no longer remember who they are.Kate's curiosity and courage lead her and three friends on a perilous quest to save the Kingdom of What Is. Traversing rivers, seas, and countryside, while avoiding the deceptions of Dreglings, they finally discover the royal palace in shambles. They join the paltry army of Prince Servan and go up against Grod Vurmis without weapons. Their quest comes to an unexpected and shocking end at the Great Gorge."The Kingdom of What Is takes you on a colorful journey of fantasy and adventure. It's a compelling, readable book, and Petersen's writing reminds me of Madeleine L'Engle. It will hook young readers, and will enthrall older readers too."--Peter W. Klein, Emmy-Award winning filmmaker, Executive Director of Global Reporting Centre, Professor, University of British Columbia School of JournalismKarl Petersen grew up in western Washington. He pursued studies in environmental biology, theology, TESL, and creative writing. These passions have come together in The Kingdom of What Is. He has also published two collections of poetry. He lives with his wife and two daughters in Vancouver, Canada, where he teaches English at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

IPPY Award Bronze Medalist for Children's Picture Books In this timeless and delightfully illustrated tale, a young king—thinking he owns everything in his kingdom, including the wild animals, birds, and clouds—means well but acts impulsively, nearly destroying the land he loves. The story imparts lessons ranging from the importance of sharing to the dangers of the uncontrolled exercise of power, portraying how a king’s plans to accomplish his short-term goals cause damage he never anticipated.

Nicole Constance Douglas, at the age of 9, is the youngest published writer of prolific stories for children. This Nr.1 Book of a beginning series called "Little Stories to Tell" is the result of her rich, never-tiring imagination. Very few are influences from old and long forgotten fairy tales told and retold by her parents. Nicole Constance began writing at the age of 5, encouraged by her father Chris Sebastian Douglas (the author of "Love and Beyond", "The Rubayiat of Omar Khayyam", "Exantus' Quatrains" and "Renaissance") whose editing contours every story. Each book shall be numbered and released monthly bearing one full story. Read and enjoy the new adventures in 'Little Stories to Tell' while traveling into the world of fantasy and the unknown. A Green Leaf Publishing Book

Number 1 New York Times bestseller. An intoxicating and bloodthirsty sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Cruel Prince., nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019 'Holly Black is the Faerie Queen' - Victoria Aveyard I have heard that for mortals, the feeling of falling in love is very like the feeling of fear. Jude has tricked Cardan onto the throne, binding him to her for a year and a day. But the new High King does everything in his power to humiliate and undermine her, even as his fascination with her remains undimmed. Meanwhile, a traitor in the court is scheming against her. Jude must fight for her life and the lives of those she loves, all while battling her own complicated feelings for Cardan. Now a year and a day seems like no time at all . . .