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Kerka’s Book (Fairy Godmother Academy #2)
by Jan BozarthFor girls who are fans of Harry Potter and have outgrown the Disney Fairies series and the American Girl books, the Fairy Godmother Academy is the perfect series-fantasy books filled with magic and adventure but grounded by contemporary girls and issues. The series boasts an amazing Web site that allows girls to enter the world they visit in the books. There they can do activities both on- and offline, vote for things they'd like to see in the books, and connect with other Fairy Godmother Academy fans. Zally Guevara always knows where she's going. She has a passion for maps of all kinds and can't wait to pack her suitcase and explore the world. But Zally doesn't have to wait to get her wish. With the help of a cup of magical cocoa from her grandmother, she travels to a place that only girls training to become fairy godmothers can get to-the enchanted dreamland of Aventurine, a place that has no map. In Aventurine, Zally is given her quest: to save a fairy queen who has lost her will to live. Zally's companions are a young fairy with a broken wing, and a stallion prince. The trio's journey proves to be even more challenging than they could have imagined as they meet monsters and get lost in a ruined fairy city. All the while, Zally is making a map of Aventurine and discovering that she has a talent, passed down from generations of women in her family: understanding the thoughts of animals. But will this be enough to save the fairy queen and ensure that Zally can continue her fairy-godmother training? Join the Fairy Godmother Academy! Visit the Web site for games, activities, and networking with friends! www. fairygodmotheracademy. com
Kerry and the Knight of the Forest: (A Graphic Novel)
by Andi WatsonKerry might be lost in this fantastical middle-grade graphic novel, but that doesn't mean he'll give up! With twists and turns at every part of this adventure, Kerry's adventure is perfect for fans of Amulet and Mighty Jack.It'll just be a quick shortcut, right? After a spirit leads Kerry astray, he finds himself in an enchanted forest filled with mysterious creatures and dark dead ends. The further Kerry travels, the more hopeless his quest seems. . . .To get back to his parents, Kerry will have to find his way, figure out who to trust, make some tough choices about the kind of person he wants to be -- or remain lost in the woods forever. An adventure about fear, loss, and finding your own way, this enchanting story comes to life with a hero that every reader can relate to.
Kerstmis, Heksen en een Moord: een paranormale detectiveroman (De Heksen van Westwick #4)
by Colleen CrossEen hapje, een drankje, wat gif… Cendrine West kijkt enorm uit naar een gezellig etentje op Kerstavond, wanneer er plotseling een sneeuwstorm losbarst. Allerlei onverwachte gasten duiken op. Maar de combinatie van lichtelijk aangeschoten heksen en kwaadaardige toverspreuken zorgt voor moeilijkheden; zeker als een van de gasten zelfs komt te overlijden. Door het speurwerk van Cen komen problemen naar voren die de Kerstman zelf niet had kunnen verzinnen. Ineens is iedereen verdacht, zelfs haar superknappe vriend, de sheriff zelf. Is het dodelijk ongeluk veroorzaakt door een dronken heks… of zit er iets achter wat nog onheilspellender is? Misschien is er wel sprake van moord! Alleen met hulp van wat magie kan de waarheid boven tafel komen in dit knotsgekke heksenspektakel in kerstsfeer! --- Westwick Corners is niet zo maar een klein dorp, zelfs geen normaal spookstadje. Het is een plek waar mensen niet willen opvallen en waar heksen hun toverkunsten uitoefenen zonder veel aandacht te trekken. Daardoor is het juist de plek voor interessante en grappige mysteries waar de heksen altijd het middelpunt van zijn! Ruby met haar kookkunsten, Cendrine met haar speur- en detectivewerk, en tante Pearl met haar toverschool zijn altijd op zoek naar dat ene geheime ingrediënt dat de heksen roem en rijkdom zal brengen en waardoor het kleine dorpje Westwick Corners weer op de kaart zal worden gezet. De heksen benutten elke mogelijkheid om een nieuwe onderneming te beginnen, zoals de Westwick Corners Inn, de Witching Post Bar & Grill en natuurlijk ook Pearl’s Charm School, waar heksen raadsels oplossen, toverspreuken verzinnen en hun eigen heksenmagie creëren. Maar ze worden constant afgeleid door de vele vreemde gebeurtenissen in Westwick Corners, die variëren van diefstal tot zelfs moord. De familie West woonde altijd al in Westwick Corners en zal dat blijven doen. Ze stammen af van een lange reeks heksen, die al sin
Kestrel Run (Galaxy's End)
by J. T. SoloThe Iridium Fox is the shiniest ship a good captain could hope for. At least, that&’s the way Phaser Madsen—master smuggler and sometimes-criminal—sees it. If only he could pay her off. Then she&’d really be his. Trouble is, each job seems to drive him and his crew deeper into debt.So when Phaser gets an offer that could make the ship his forever, he accepts it in a heartbeat. All he has to do is win the deadliest race in the galaxy, while carrying a package for a mystical cult of mercenaries, so he can deliver his cargo to an unknown person at the winner&’s circle. Simple enough, right?Sure, there may be a few mercenaries and crime bosses who want to slit their throats, but that&’s business as usual. And Phaser and his crew are no novices when it comes to death-defying stunts. But when the job to win his ship turns into a job to end the universe, Phaser begins to wonder if the Iridium Fox is as shiny as he once thought. None of that will matter if they don&’t make it out alive.
Keturah and Lord Death
by Martine LeavittMartine Leavitt offers a spellbinding story, interweaving elements of classic fantasy and high romance in this National Book Award Finalist. Keturah follows a legendary hart into the king's forest, where she becomes hopelessly lost. Her strength diminishes until, finally, she realizes that death is near. Little does she know that he is a young, handsome lord, melancholy and stern. Renowned for her storytelling, Keturah is able to charm Lord Death with a story and thereby gain a reprieve--but only for twenty-four hours. She must find her one true love within that time, or all is lost. Keturah searches desperately while the village prepares for an unexpected visit from the king and Keturah is thrust into a prominent role as mysterious happenings alarm her friends and neighbors. Lord Death's presence hovers over this all until Keturah confronts him one last time in the harrowing climax.
Kevin the Unicorn: It's Not All Rainbows (Kevin the Unicorn)
by Jessika von InnerebnerA unicorn's bad day turns into a laugh-out-loud look at the pressure to be perfect and the importance of expressing your feelingsEveryone knows that unicorns are perfect. They are glamorous and glittery, and their smiles make rainbows appear! But Kevin is having a less-than-perfect day. First, he wakes up on the wrong side of the bed ...on the floor. Then he discovers that his mane is so wild that even his Super-Perfect-Hair-Day-Spray can't tame it. And the day just gets worse from there. Kevin does his best to keep his outlook sunny, but it's hard to keep smiling when everything goes horribly wrong!
Kevin the Unicorn: Why Can't We Be Bestie-corns?
by Jessika von InnerebnerKevin the Unicorn learns that you can't force a friendship in this companion to Kevin The Unicorn: It's Not All RainbowsWhen a new unicorn moves in next door, Kevin is certain he's about to make a new magically awesome best friend. After all, everyone loves unicorns (especially other unicorns)! But it turns out Eric loves scary movies (eek!) and clam juice (blech!) and he doesn't like camping or skateboarding or any of the activities Kevin adores. In fact, apart from his sparkly mane and radiant horn, Eric doesn't have all that much in common with Kevin. Could it be that Eric and Kevin aren't destined to be the best of buds?
Key Lime Sky
by Al HessAn alien invasion hits the town of Muddy Gap, but a disgruntled pie aficionado is the only one who seems to remember it…Denver Bryant&’s passion for pie has sent him across Wyoming in search of the best slices. Though he dutifully posts reviews on his blog, he&’s never been able to recreate his brief moment of viral popularity, and its trickling income isn&’t enough to pay his rent next month. Driving home from a roadside diner, Denver witnesses a UFO explode directly over his tiny town of Muddy Gap. When he questions his neighbors, it appears that Denver is the only person to have seen anything – or to care that the residents&’ strange behavior, as well as a shower of seashell hail, might be evidence of something extraterrestrial. Being both non-binary and autistic, he&’s convinced his reputation as the town eccentric is impeding his quest for answers. Frustrated, he documents the bizarre incidents on his failing pie blog, and his online popularity skyrockets. His readers want the truth, spurring him to get to the bottom of things.The only person in town who takes him seriously is handsome bartender, Ezra. As the two investigate over pie and the possibility of romance, the alien presence does more than change the weather. People start disappearing. When Denver and Ezra make a run for it, the town refuses to let them leave. Reality is folding in on itself. It&’s suddenly a race against time to find the extraterrestrial source and destroy it before it consumes not only Muddy Gap but everything beyond. Denver&’s always been more outsider than hero, but he&’s determined to ensure that a world with Ezra – and with pie – still exists tomorrow.
Key Of Knowledge: Number 2 in series (Key Trilogy #2)
by Nora RobertsYou are the Key. The lock awaits. Librarian Dana Steele has always considered herself to be an enlightened woman but her recent experiences at Warrior's Peak have required much more of her than just an open-mind. Along with Malory Price and Zoe McCourt she has had to take a huge leap of faith and believe in the ancient mythic story she has been told. It is a tale of a young Celtic god who fell for a human girl and of their three daughters, demi-goddesses all, who were cast into an eternal sleep, their mortal souls placed under lock and key. And in each generation three are chosen who have the power to release them - if they dare accept a challenge that could promise them great riches but also grave danger And now it is Dana's turn. Three women. Three keys to find. If one fails, they all lose. If they all succeed - money, power and a new destiny awaits. It will take more than intellect, more than determination. They will have to open their hearts, their minds, and believe that everything and anything is possible.
Key Of Light: Key Trilogy (Key Trilogy #1)
by Nora RobertsNora Roberts invites you to unlock your dreams...Three women. Three keys. Each has 28 days to find her way through a dangerous quest. Nora Roberts brings us a unique series with a twist-each novel is written in real time, and the novels will be published in consecutive months.
Key Of Light: Number 1 in series (Key Trilogy #1)
by Nora RobertsThe pleasure of your company is desired for cocktails and conversation. 8pm, 4th September. Warrior's Peak. You are the Key. The lock awaits. When Malory Price is issued with the above invitation she is naturally suspicious, especially as Warrior's Peak is a local mansion house straight out of a Hollywood horror movie. But with her overdraft at crisis limit and on the verge of losing her job at a local art gallery, she has little to lose by attending the event. But Malory is about to get more than she bargained for. At Warrior's Peak she finds that she and two other women are the only guests of their mysterious hosts. They are told an amazing story of magic, gods and goddesses; and of three demi-goddesses who have been cast into an eternal sleep, their mortal souls placed under lock and key. And in every generation, three women are born who alone have the power to free them - if they are prepared to accept the challenge. Three women. Three keys to find. If one fails, they all lose. If they all succeed - money, power and a new destiny awaits. It will take more than intellect, more than determination. They will have to open their hearts, their minds, and believe that everything and anything is possible.
Key Of Valour: Number 3 in series (Key Trilogy #3)
by Nora Roberts'Do you believe in magic?' When Zoe McCourt was sixteen she had been dazzled by the handsome and wealthy James Marshall. He had taken her innocence and left her to bring up their child alone. Now, after ten years of struggle, Zoe's life is finally coming together. Her son, Simon, is her pride and joy, and she is about to venture into business with her new-found friends Malory and Dana. There is even a hint of romance on the horizon, in the very sexy form of Bradley Charles Vane IV, a man whose wealth and good looks make Zoe a little wary but seriously tempted to throw caution to the wind. But before she can embrace her future she has a challenge to face. For Malory, Dana and Zoe have been chosen to undergo a quest to free the souls of three demi-goddesses trapped by an ancient evil. It is a challenge that promises great riches but also grave danger. And, of all of them, Zoe has the most to lose. Three women. Three keys to find. If one fails, they all lose. If they all succeed - money, power and a new destiny awaits. It will take more than intellect, more than determination. They will have to open their hearts, their minds, and believe that everything and anything is possible.
Key Out of Time
by Andre NortonAshe Gordon and Ross Murdock, angry about the loss of their fellow agent Travis Fox on the planet Topaz, have travelled to the planet Hawaikan, a warm ocean planet, where they intend to set up a time gate. The world is so different from what they expected that they decide on a risky experiment: travel into the past of the planet, accompanied by two mutant dolphins and a female agent of Polynesian ancenstry.
Key Out of Time: With Linked Table Of Contents (The Time Traders Series #4)
by Andre NortonTime travelers land on a planet that seems like paradise but poses hidden dangers, in this tale by &“one of the finest writers in the field of science fiction&” (The New York Times). Time Agents Ross Murdock and Gordon Ashe have accompanied a group of settlers to the planet Hawaika, which is populated by descendants of Earth&’s Polynesia. But while it seems like a tropical paradise, there are some disturbing signs of previous inhabitants who apparently vanished. Accompanied by Karara—a local girl who can communicate with dolphins—Murdock and Ashe travel to the past to see if the disappearance is connected to the mysterious alien race, the Baldies, who have manipulated Earth&’s own history. Unfortunately, a violent storm wrecks their time gate, stranding them in past Hawaika. Murdock and Ashe discover they were right about the Baldies interfering in the past. And unless they can find a way to stop them, the future will pay the price, in this adventure from &“an author who has tantalized and enthralled readers&” (Saturday Review). Key Out of Time is the fourth book in the Time Traders Series, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
Key of Behliseth (The Sun Child Chronicles #1)
by Lou Hoffmann2nd EditionOn his way to meet a fate he'd rather avoid, homeless gay teen Lucky steps through a wizard's door and is caught up in a whirlwind quest and an ancient war. He tries to convince himself that his involvement with sword fights, magic, and interworld travel is a fluke, and that ice-breathing dragons and fire-breathing eagles don't really exist. But with each passing hour, he remembers more about who he is and where he's from, and with help, he begins to claim his power. Lucky might someday rule a nation, but before he can do that, he must remember his true name, accept his destiny, and master his extraordinary abilities. Only then can he help to banish the evil that has invaded earth and find his way home--through a gateway to another world.1st Edition published as Beyond the Wizard's Threshold by Marion Margaret Press, November 2010
Key of Stars
by Bruce R. CordellLovecraftian horror from award-winning Forgotten Realms® game designer Bruce R. Cordell.Raidon Kane survived his clash against the eldest aboleth, but came away with his mind shattered. Destiny hands Raidon one last chance to avert the Abolethic Sovereignty's agenda, but only if he can find within himself the strength to care. Raidon, the warlock Japheth, and Anusha, a young woman whose dreams are made real, must find Key of Stars before it is used to open the Far Manifold, and all reality drowns in a tide of horrific insanity.
Key to Conflict (Gillian Key, Paradoc #1)
by Talia GryphonMeet Gillian Key-a paramortal psychologist who can treat the mental distress of nonhumans. And she's a Marine Special Forces operative who can get physical with them when the situation calls for it. Gillian's two worlds collide when she travels to the Carpathian Mountains in Romania to counsel a dangerously attractive local master vampire-and becomes embroiled in a brewing turf war with the legendary Dracula.
Key to Conspiracy (Gillian Key, Paradoc #2)
by Talia GryphonIn northern Russia after a devastating earthquake, paramortal psychologist and Marine Special Forces operative Gillian Key helps break up a ring of child traffickers preying on newly orphaned children. But away from Count Aleksei Rachlav, the irresistible vampire she left behind, Gillian is vulnerable to the Dark Prince himself -- Dracula -- who would like nothing more than to use her as a pawn in his escalating war with Rachlav.
Key to Justice
by Talia GryphonPsychologist to the paranormal Gillian Key has a new patient. He is a vampire who calls himself Csangal, but he is also a creature hiding his true motives-and his true identity: Dracula.
Key to Redemption (Gillian Key, Paradoc #3)
by Talia GryphonIn Romania, the estate of master vampire Aleksei Rachlav has become the headquarters for those paramortals who stand against Dracula's army. And soldier and paramortal psychologist Gillian Key finds herself with a new group of clients. One is straight out of legend-a disfigured, masked man who haunts a Parisian opera house -- and who becomes Aleksei's rival for Gillian's heart.
KeyForge: A KeyForge Anthology (KeyForge)
by Tristan Palmgren David Guymer Robbie MacNiven M K Hutchins M Darusha Wehm Cath Lauria Thomas Parrott C L WernerTake a whirlwind tour to the incredible planet of a million fantasy races, the Crucible, in this wild science fantasy anthology from the hit new game, KeyForge.Welcome to the Crucible – an artificial planet larger than our sun – an ever-growing patchwork of countless other worlds, filled with creatures, sentient beings and societies stolen from across the universe by the mythical Architects. Across this dizzying juxtaposition of alien biospheres, the enigmatic and godlike Archons seek to unlock the secrets at the heart of the Crucible. Everyone else is just trying to survive... Explore ten tales of adventure in a realm where science and magic team up, of discovery and culture clash, featuring mad Martian scientists, cybernetic surgeons, battle reenactors, elven thieves, private investigators, goblins, saurian monsters, and the newly arrived human Star Alliance.
Keyholders #1: This Side of Magic (Keyholders Series)
by Debbie Dadey Marcia Thornton JonesThis Side of Magic is the first in a series of light fantasy chapter books set in Morgantown, a town on the border between the real world and the magical world, by the authors of the Publishers Weekly best selling BAILEY SCHOOL KIDS—a series of 50 books with more than 30 million copies sold!"You are my chosen apprentices," said Mr. Leery.Penny and Luke aren't sure they want to be apprentice Keyholders. A Keyholder's job, explains their neighbor, Mr. Leery, is to guard the border between the real world and the magical world. But when they meet their "links"—magical helpers from the other side of the border—they change their minds. Penny's link is Kirin, a sarcastic unicorn. Luke forms a link with a clumsy baby dragon named Dracula. And just in time! For the evil Queen of the Boggarts is determined to invade their world—and only the Keyholders and their links can stop her.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Keyholders #2: The Other Side of Magic (Keyholders Series)
by Debbie Dadey Marcia Thornton JonesThis Other Side of Magic is the second in a series of light fantasy chapter books set in Morgantown, a town on the border between the real world and the magical world, by the authors of the Publishers Weekly best selling BAILEY SCHOOL KIDS—a series of 50 books with more than 30 million copies sold!"I need your help, Natalie," Mr. Leery said. "Yours and Penny's and Luke's."Natalie is surprised to learn from her neighbor, Mr. Leery, that her classmates Penny and Luke are apprentice Keyholders. A Keyholder's job is to guard the border between the real world and the magical world. Natalie is even more surprised when she finds out that she could be a Keyholder too—if she forms a "link" with a rat named Buttercup. Will Natalie choose to join the Keyholders? Can she, Penny, and Luke learn how to work together with their links and protect the border from the goblins sent by the evil Queen of the Boggarts?At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Keyholders #4: The Wrong Side of Magic (Keyholders Series)
by Debbie Dadey Marcia Thornton JonesThe Wrong Side of Magic is the fourth in a series of light fantasy chapter books set in Morgantown, a town on the border between the real world and the magical world, by the authors of the Publishers Weekly best selling BAILEY SCHOOL KIDS—a series of 50 books with more than 30 million copies sold!When Penny, Luke, Natalie and their links return home after rescuing Mr. Leery from the clutches of the evil Queen of the Boggarts, they find a lot of changes in Morgantown. Mrs. Bender, the principal, has decided on longer school days with no recess. The cafeteria ladies are serving up some extremely yucky food (even more than usual). And their teacher, Mr. Crandle, is giving them twice as much homework. What is wrong with all the adults in town? Could it be another scheme from the Boggart Queen? It's up to the apprentice Keyholders to find out.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Keymon the Gorgon Hound: Keymon the Gorgon Hound (Beast Quest #16)
by Adam BladeStep into the Dark Realm--home to the most dangerous Beasts yet!The Good Beasts of Avantia have been taken hostage by the Evil Wizard Malvel. Each is being guarded by a new evil Beast in the Dark Realm. In order to rescue Tartok, Tom must go against Kaymon the Gorgon Hound, a Beast unlike any he has faced so far on his Quest. Kaymon prowls the ruins of a forgotten castle. Will Tom be able to defeat this menace and come one step closer to stopping Malvel forever?