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Kwaidan
by Lafcadio HearnKnown primarily as an early interpreter of Japanese culture and customs, the famous writer Lafcadio Hearn also wrote ghost stories--"delicate, transparent, ghostly sketches"--about his adopted land. Many of the stories found in Kwaidan, "stories and studies of strange things," are based on Japanese tales of long ago told to him by his wife; others possibly have a Chinese origin. All have been re-colored and reshaped by Hearn's inimitable hand. Some critics attribute Hearn's fascination with eerie tales to his partial blindness. Whatever its roots, he was clearly drawn to the hidden realms of the spirit world and to strange facts and marvels. In this collection of unforgettably haunting stories, Hearn brings together "the meeting of three ways"--the austere dreams of India, the subtle beauty of Japan and the relentless science of the Western world.This collection of supernatural tales includes:A musician called upon to perform for the deadMan-eating goblinsInsects who uncannily mimic human behaviorA perfect treat for fans of the strange and otherworldly.
Kwame Crashes the Underworld
by Craig Kofi FarmerDiscover a stunning middle grade fantasy about a boy hurled into the Ghanaian underworld to help his grandmother save humanity, perfect for fans of Tristan Strong and Amari and the Night Brothers.Twelve-year-old Kwame Powell isn't ready to deal with losing his grandmother, even as he and his family head to Ghana for her celebration of life. He's definitely not ready when he's sucked into a magical whirlpool that leads straight to Asamando, the Ghanaian underworld. There, he comes face to face with his grandmother, who is very much alive, and somehow still...a kid? Together with his best friend, Autumn, and a talkative aboatia named Woo, Kwame must battle angry nature gods, and stop the underworld from destroying the land of the living.But there's an even bigger problem: Only living souls can leave Asamando. In order to save the mortal world and return home, Kwame will need to find the courage to do the bravest thing of all -- learn how to say goodbye.***Praise for Kwame Crashes the Underworld:★ "A grand tale, funny and terrifying in turns, steeped in Ghanaian spirituality and folklore, and wrapped around themes of identity, obligation, true friendship, and devastating loss." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ "This swashbuckling, supernatural adventure into the land of Ghanian mythology will have all readers (and especially fans of Rick Riordan Presents titles) craving more. Highly recommended." — School Library Journal, starred review"Brimming with laughter, joy, and beautiful messages about grief, hope, lost loved ones, identity, and the ancestors, Kwame Crashes the Underworld rattles the spirit. Kwame Powell is a much-welcomed hero to the canon of children's books." — Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times-bestselling author of The Marvellers and The Memory Thieves“Craig Kofi Farmer brings to life the myths of Ghana with heart, humor, and cinematic flair. I wish this book had existed when I was a child. I dare readers not to let Kwame Powell into their hearts.” — Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times-bestselling author of Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Vampire Hunting
Kwestie van tijd (De Kronieken van Kerrigan #1)
by W. J. MayHet langverwachte vervolg op de Kronieken van Kerrigan, door de internationale bestsellerauteur W.J. May. Het is tijd. Het verleden kan niet voor altijd begraven blijven... Rae Kerrigan en haar vrienden dachten dat al hun problemen waren opgelost. De corruptie in de Raad is ontmaskerd. De hybriden zijn vrijgelaten uit hun onrechtvaardige gevangenissen. En Jonathon Cromfield, de kwade poppenspeler die aan alle touwtjes trekt, is eindelijk in de grond gestopt. Met de belofte van een echte toekomst met Devon, de liefde van haar leven, schuift Rae de ring weer om haar vinger en richt haar ogen op de horizon. Haar hart is gevuld met hoop. Maar het lot heeft andere plannen... Met de terugkeer van haar vader, de beruchte Simon Kerrigan die alles begon, komt Rae erachter dat haar pas rechtgeaarde wereld weer op zijn kop staat. De nieuwe vrede in het tatù rijk is opnieuw verbroken. Het keert vrienden tegen vrienden. Familie tegen familie. Waarom is hij gevangen genomen? Wat gaat hij nu doen? Nog belangrijker, is Simon Kerrigan ooit nog te vertrouwen? Rae en haar team zijn van plan dat uit te zoeken...
Kyler
by Tia FieldingSequel to ArranKyler grew up in a bad place and then in foster care, which was almost worse. All his anger, which should’ve been aimed at his parents, ended up being concentrated on Arran instead. Trauma responses aren’t always the smartest, and Kyler went the worst way possible trying to get to the man he believed had ruined his life.While checking up on his latest attempt at getting Arran’s attention, he gets bowled over by Stefan, the Alpha’s brother. In an instant, there’s a connection even Kyler, a human, can’t deny. Kyler was taught to hate wolves and all they represent. Now, he’s the mate of one?Stefan, an alpha wolf too young to take on the pack’s Alpha power when his mother passed away, has struggled since his teens. He’s been the best beta to his brother he’d been able to with his broken body. A broken body that has just begun to heal against all odds. When his shift bursts out of him in the face of danger, he doesn’t know it yet: he’s found his mate.Now there’s a not-so-little decision Stefan and Kyler need to make: Do they want to take the burden of being an Alpha off Marek’s shoulders and be the new Alpha pair of their pack? But their mate bond hasn’t been completed. Are they ready to take their relationship to a physical level?
Kylie The Carnival Fairy: Special (Rainbow Magic #1)
by Daisy MeadowsKylie, the Carnival Fairy has got her work cut out. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the three magic batons that control the Rainspell Island Summer Carnival. He's planning on spoiling the grand parade, the ferris wheel and the firework finale. Kylie, the Carnival Fairy needs Rachel and Kirsty's help to get the batons back and bring all the fun to the fair...
Kylie the Carnival Fairy (Rainbow Magic Early Reader #2)
by Daisy MeadowsNaughty Jack Frost is plotting to ruin the Sunnydays Carnival! He steals Kylie the Carnival Fairy's three magic hats, and without them, everything goes wrong. It's up to Rachel and Kirsty to set things right in this abridged, simplified version of the bestselling Rainbow Magic story.
Kylie the Kitten: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
by Lily SmallEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!It's summertime in Misty Wood, and Kylie the Kitten is heading off to camp. She loves making new friends, but when it comes to swimming in Moonshine Pond, Kylie would rather keep to the shore. She's afraid of water! Can Kylie overcome her fear?
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 10 (Volume 10 #10)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 6 (Volume 6 #6)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 7 (Volume 7 #7)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 8 (Volume 8 #8)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kylin Divine Seal: Volume 9 (Volume 9 #9)
by Li JiaKaiShaoIn the Genuine Force, disaster followed after calamity. Within the vast universe, there were tens of thousands of races.And that endless star field was the direction in which countless living creatures struggled for their entire lives.And to see how the youth would join hands with the Qilin King to leave the barren Lost Continent.The Genuine Force, the War Demon, the Star Domain, and the Foreign World!
Kyrax the Metal Warrior: Special 19 (Beast Quest #19)
by Adam BladeBattle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Avantia is under attack from the kingdom of Henkrall. Tom must battle Kyrax the Metal Warrior, whose lightning powers put Avantia in deadly danger. Can Tom close Kyrax's portal between the kingdoms before Avantia is destroyed?If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!
Kyron, Lord of Fire: Series 26 Book 4 (Beast Quest #131)
by Adam BladeFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Tom and Elenna are celebrating the safe return of Prince Rotu after their successful Quest to rescue him from the Evil Wizard Zargon ... but Evil never rests, and news soon reaches them that Zargon has disappeared and the tombs of the legendary Four Masters have been ransacked. It's time for a new Quest, and this time they must tackle four ancient Beasts in the places they were originally killed. The final part of their journey takes our heroes to a volcanic region where a deadly enemy rises up from the lava: Kyron, Lord of Fire!There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in The Four Masters series - don't miss out! Teknos the Ocean Crawler, Mallix the Silent Stalker, Silexa the Stone Cat and Kyron, Lord of Fire.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!
Kémklist de Merciandor
by Ezequiel Rodríguez Rodríguez¿Qué puede lograr un jovencito guerrero que es hijo de un mago poderoso? Kémklist de Merciandor pareciera una historia corta para el género, pero no lo es en el sentido de que, si es corta, es porque el corazón así me lo pedía. Y solo le fui fiel. Es, en algunas palabras, la historia de un joven puesto a prueba casi a diario por su entrenamiento, que lleva para convertirse no solo en guerrero, sino en mago poderoso. Hijo de uno llamado Trífiros, que lidera la aldea junto a otros ocho magos más y un grupo de grandes jovencitos guerreros como él. Kémklist deberá superar las pruebas más duras y salir adelante. Deberá mostrar de qué está hecho el espíritu humano y sus alcances. Guiado por una gran pena que debe sanar, deja su aldea para regresar convertido en un guerrero de verdad.
Körper zu Mieten (Body Rentals Ser.)
by Rahayu Candradewi Mark GardnerWas wäre, wenn man den idealen Körper mieten könnte? Zwei Körper zu mieten, deren körperlicher Zustand um die Anfang Zwanzig ist, scheint die perfekte Krönung für die Traumkreuzfahrt zu sein, auf der Tom und Jean Smith ihren 30. Hochzeitstag feiern wollen. So geschieht es auch- bis sie nach Hause kommen und entdecken, dass man ihr Leben gestohlen hat. Die völlig geschockten Smiths suchen nach Hilfe, finden aber heraus, dass schon viel mehr Leute als geahnt auf diese Weise betrogen worden sind. Und es zieht sich bis in die höchsten Kreise. So sind sie jetzt im Wettlauf mit der Zeit, um ihre Körper wieder zu finden und ihr Leben zurück zu bekommen. Wenn ihnen das nicht bald gelingt, wird der Wechsel permanent sein. Und fatal…
L' ange gardien
by Mary CalmesLa vie de Jude Shea se retrouve complètement bouleversée lorsqu’il vient au secours d’un chien qu’il nomme Joe. Même si Jude a déjà pas mal de problèmes pour s’occuper de lui-même – il n’a plus de travail – il ne peut pas résister à l’animal qui a besoin de lui. Surtout lorsqu’une nuit, un homme se présente à sa porte pour réclamer son nouveau compagnon. Alors qu’ils échappent de justesse à une attaque surprise, Jude va comprendre que « Joe » n’est pas tout à fait ce qu’il semble être.Dans une dimension alternative, Eoin Thral est un Gardien et une fois qu’il laisse Jude traverser le voile qui sépare leurs deux mondes, il se transforme en un homme magnifique connu pour ses compétences au combat mais pas pour sa capacité à aimer. Immergé dans le monde d’Eoin, Jude devra faire face au combat le plus difficile de toute sa vie pour leur garantir une fin heureuse à tous les deux.
L'Académie maudite Tome 1 - Le demi-vampire
by Belinda Laj Diederich Marie-ViolaineCe livre va vous emmener dans un monde parallèle plein de mystères. Julian Laurent n'est pas comme les autres vampires : le Seigneur des immortels a refusé de le marquer. C'est la raison pour laquelle sa vie à l'Académie maudite va vite devenir un enfer : les autres immortels, vampires, anges, démons et mortels au sang mêlé, le considèrent comme un être inférieur. Comme si cela ne suffisait pas, il devra gérer le retour de Mia, son ex dont il n'a plus aucun souvenir. Julian pense que sa vie d'adolescent est compliquée mais il est loin d'imaginer ce qui l'attend derrière les murs de l'Académie. Bientôt, une bande de renégats va essayer d'avoir sa peau alors qu'un pouvoir dangereusement puissant ne cesse de croitre au fond de lui. Julian prend ses responsabilités et essaye de libérer les étudiants de l'emprise de la marque, mais un lien invisible le lie au Seigneur des immortels et l'empêche de mener à bien sa mission.La vérité dépasse ses pires cauchemars.
L'Addestramento della Regina: La Regina di Orano #1 (La Regina di Orano #1 #1)
by Noelle RichesNon basta una donna qualsiasi per diventare regina. Prima di tutto, deve essere addestrata... Promessa al Re di Orano, Soriana deve sottoporsi a un anno di addestramento per imparare tutto ciò che ci si aspetta da lei prima delle nozze, ma quando il secondo in comando del re, un uomo irraggiungibile e segnato da cicatrici, prende in mano la sua formazione, viene finalmente scossa dalla passione necessaria a svolgere il suo nuovo ruolo di regina. Incapace di tenere il suo cuore lontano dall'uomo che non può avere, ma con la possibilità di poter finalmente cambiare la vita del suo popolo, e la sua rivale d'infanzia che fa di tutto per usurpare la sua posizione, Soriana deve decidere se è abbastanza forte da rinunciare all'amore che non avrebbe mai sperato di trovare per diventare la donna di cui il suo popolo ha così disperatamente bisogno.
L'Alba del Potere
by Annalisa Lovat Brian RathboneIl potere è tornato. Nessuno è preparato. L’Alba del Potere comprende tre libri: L’Araldo, Potere Ereditato e Pietra di Drago Gli echi del potere degli antichi sono solo antichi ricordi, sbiaditi e logorati dai millenni trascorsi, ma tutto sta per cambiare. È arrivata una nuova alba. Abilità latenti, conservate nelle fibre più profonde dell’umanità, aspettano di essere liberate. Antichi mali si risvegliano e vecchie paure innescano i fuochi della guerra. In tempi come questi la gente comune ha il potere di salvare il mondo… o di distruggerlo.
L'Alba del Sognatore
by L. J. Higgins“Credibile, imprevedibile e coinvolgente.” - Kelly St. Clare, autrice Nel 2023, la MultiMind Corporation rilascia i Polso-bracciali, dando la possibilità a chi li indossa di poter fare dei sogni piacevoli e di migliorare la propria salute… O almeno è quello che la popolazione della Terra è stata indotta a credere. Sui Sognatori, questa tecnologia non funziona, vengono emarginati a causa della loro incapacità di adattarsi ed evolversi come il resto della razza umana. Amelia è una Sognatrice. Quando incontra qualcuno che le apre gli occhi sulle bugie e i segreti della MMC, il suo mondo viene distrutto. Amelia deve decidere se combattere per la libertà di sognare o se fare il “prossimo passo nell’evoluzione” come il resto della società. Anche se ciò comporta perdere la sua capacità di pensare e sognare in modo autonomo.
L'Amber
by Tanith LeeAs she says of herself, Jay is a 'chancer'. But she finds she is out of her depth when she meets the beautiful artist, Jilaine Best. Jilaine has everything - looks, talent, and wealth - even so her life is imperfect. In adolescence she lost her mother in circumstances both mysterious and painfully unpleasant. Now, unable to conceive, Jilain's one wish is for a baby - even if another woman gives birth to it. Jay can't resist this opportunity - she tells Jilaine that she, Jay, is pregnant. And so the great lie begins. It seems easy enough - for there conveniently is the handsome young cab driver, only too willing to make love with her... But the spun web is already tangling. Can anything result from it but danger - and destruction?
L'Antica Profezia Cosmica & I Draghi di Arionel (Serie di Storie da Dragondom e Oltre. #1 #1)
by Lesley LawsNel cuore della Nuova Coscienza Elevata che sta influenzando l’umanità e la Terra, quello che una volta era definito come mito e fantascienza sta velocemente diventando noto come Realtà Quantica. Questa è la storia di un’umana, Aisha Hughes. Era sempre stata considerate come “strana”, fuori luogo, e una nessuno. Bullizzata, ostracizzata e spesso l’oggetto delle battute ciniche altrui. Eppure, nel suo isolamento, i suoi talenti e i suoi doni psichici le hanno permesso di vedere e interagire più in fretta degli altri con questo nuovo fenomeno. Questa è la sua storia. Quando i veli tra le realtà si assottigliano e l’umanità inizia a risvegliarsi, lei scopre di non essere più sola. I suoi doni la spingono verso una forza maggiore dei suoi poteri latenti e poi la sua abilità di auto-scrivere apre comunicazioni che improvvisamente acquistano significato e la guidano più avanti. Inizia a credere in sé stessa e sviluppa i suoi superpoteri. I mondi Galattici e Quantici diventano i suoi luoghi regolari, dove trova o è trovata dal ‘suo drago’. Quel giorno la sua vita cambia per sempre. Unisciti a lei e ai suoi draghi nella “Serie di Storie da Dragondom e Oltre.” “L’Antica Profezia Cosmica & I Draghi di Arionel” sono l’inizio. Scopri i mondi della Realtà Quantica… Draghi, Elementali, Maghi e la Federazione Galattica dove puoi accedere a Passato, Presente e Possibili Linee Temporali Future e Mondi Paralleli. Unisciti alle avventure, alla corsa per creare nuove Linee Temporali per la Terra e la corsa di Aisha e il suo drago con nuovi amici, per correggere piccole cose nel passato che possono salvare un pianeta morente. Aisha e il suo drago viola oltrepassano i confini, diventando parte di un gruppo cosmico di Guerrieri della Luce, Maghi e specialisti di altre specie della Galassia. Riuscirà a risvegliarsi con tutti i suoi poteri sulla Terra? L’umanità sarà pronta quando Aisha e la prima