Magical Child

Just before Christmas, Freddie and Elsie are chosen by their school to go on a special Mystery Bus trip in their school bus. But the bus and its driver turn out to be very special indeed, and the children are taken to some amazing places, travelling forwards and back in time, and having some exciting and hair-raising adventures. The trip ends with a special Christmassy surprise; but they must try and outwit someone who will try and spoil Christmas for everyone.

Somewhere down south in the heart of slave country, where plantations sprinkle the landscape like dandelions on a summer's day is where this tale begins. Despite the rules stacked against them, Big Jim’s slaves, Mary and Jerome, fall in love. It is from that love that Elijah is born and for more than a decade, all is right with the world of the Foreman family, until one night there comes the White Riders who snatch Mary and Jerome away. It is a sad time for Elijah and his Grandma Polly until she, too, is gone, taken by a sickness.

Mary Mulligan has two problems: her wisdom teeth…and everything else. Her only daughter is moving overseas. Her husband would rather go golfing than spend time with her. And Mary’s left to wonder why she abandoned her career ambitions when loneliness is all she has to show for it. Plus her teeth really, really hurt. But that’s one problem she can fix—never mind the stories that say if she gets her wisdom teeth removed, the last thirty years of her life will be erased. In fact, Mary wouldn’t mind if the Mulligan curse were actually true.

Inside this amazing adventure book, you’ll discover an unbelievable story about a girl named Verocity who was living with her grandparents. Her grandpa passed away, but he left her a secret letter she was supposed to receive on her 12th birthday from Grandpa himself, but because he is no longer with them, her grandma had to do it, even though she didn’t want to.

When young Benjay spots his neighbor Mr. Guenther mysteriously floating in mid-air, he's certain he's discovered Santa's secret identity. When disaster strikes at the Christmas parade, with Benjay trapped in the middle of it, will Santa save the day? Is Mr. Guenther really Santa Claus or is there an even more magical explanation?

In this short story, Benjay’s excitement for Halloween keeps hitting roadblocks. Will he go trick-or-treating or be stuck at home handing out candy? A delightful middle-grade short story that captures the magic and excitement of every child's favorite spooky holiday. An entertaining tale blending humor, adventure, and valuable life lessons about resilience and family bonds.

In this adventure, Rosie is sick of being treated like a kid. She wishes that she could grow up, so that adults would take her more seriously! But when Rosie and Kat venture into the forest to find a poorly time-turning Phoenix, she learns to be careful what you wish for. Time is being reversed and all the enchanted creatures of Starfall Forest are turning into babies. Rosie and Kate find themselves responsible for a hospital full of animals in need...and a whole crowd of cheeky, lovable baby vets!

These best friends have been helping out at Calico Comfrey's Veterinary Surgery ever since they stumbled across its secret door. In this adventure, it's the holiday season and Starfall Forest looks even more magical than ever! Kat is looking forward to spending her winter vacation looking after enchanted creatures with Rosie. But Rosie seems to have a new best friend. When they discover a flying horse caught in a trap, Kat is suspicious. Does Rosie's mysterious new friend have something to do with it?

Though everyone in the village of  Tres Montes thinks Sonia Ocampo is blessed, she knows she is nothing but a fraud. She’s spent her life listening to the hopes and wishes of her neighbors and family, but when a classmate dies despite her prayers, she is forced to realize that she has no special powers - no way to prevent bad things from happening.

After their parents vanished, Alex and Emma are sent to live with strict Uncle Mordo. Only Emma's pet rabbit, Pimawa, keeps them company. But when flying skeletons called Rag-o-Rocs storm their once-quiet home, the kids escape just in time, with Pimawa leading the way. The rabbit takes the siblings to the Conjurian, a land where magic exists and Pimawa can talk. But the Conjurian is in trouble.

Best friends Lisa and Jenny are inseparable and love nothing more than spending their days exploring and having fun together. In this delightful storybook, follow the duo as they embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, excitement, and a touch of magic. From building sandcastles on the beach to winning prizes at the arcade, and conquering the wild rides at the fairground, every moment is packed with fun.

A year ago, Boy, the son of Frankenstein's monster, had never even met a human. Now he's living with his human "family", the descendants of Dr. Frankenstein, in Switzerland. That is until the maniacal genius Dr. Moreau, long-ago banished to a remote island for his crimes against humanity, asks for Boy's help.

Meet Sam. A sleepy child. He will transform today's bedtime for you and your family. Struggling to get your child to fall asleep? Is your bedtime routine unenjoyably long or stressful even? Welcome to a new and truly magical way of helping your child fall asleep at night. Forest of Sleep is a deeply relaxing and unique kid's meditation, which uses beautiful storytelling combined with meditation techniques with special sleepy words and a special sleep voice to help your child fall asleep.

Malediction has claimed Princess Elodie of Zelnon and her friends. They must fight to escape even when it seems like they are living in an endless curse. Through each battle they take one step closer to their ultimate goal - home. What is lost is their key to returning to Zelnon, and her rightful place on the throne. There are two different paths, both desired, but one will bring her home - the other could lead to her downfall.

The story begins when Sparkle and Lily stumble upon a mysterious doorway in the woods near their home. Drawn by curiosity and a sense of adventure, they step through the doorway and find themselves transported to an enchanted forest filled with wondrous creatures and mystical wonders.

In a world where everyone thinks witches are warty old women, a powerful and short tempered nine-year-old is trying to find her place in the world, and make amends for something that happened when she was only three. Her name is Paige, and she can bend the elements to her rather strong will. But can she convince people to accept her for who she is?

Randy Rainbow is uniquely himself. He loves painting his nails and listening to old Broadway albums. But when some kids at school tease Randy for being who he is, he goes to his beloved granny for a solution. And she has just the thing—a pair of sparkly pink glasses. The moment Randy puts the glasses on, the drab world around him turns Technicolor in a blink! The town swimming pool? It's full of mermaids, including a mer-Randy!

Eat slug soup forever, or run away into a world of rampaging giants, trickster fairies, and beastly bugganes? What would you choose? Ivar's decision catapults him into the Magical Constabulary, in the underworld of the Isle of Man, where mythical creatures roam freely and magic flows wildly.

When the story opens, the eponymous hero of Rudolfo Anaya's novel is in an ambulance en route to a hospital for crippled children in the New Mexican desert. A poor boy from Albuquerque, 16-year-old Tortuga takes his name from the odd, turtle-shaped mountain that is rumored to possess miraculous curative powers. Tortuga is paralyzed, and not even his mother's fervent prayers can heal him. But under the mountain's watchful gaze, with the support of fellow patients, he begins the Herculean task of breaking out of his shell and becoming whole again.

When Hunter Cassidy exposed the true identity of the underground's brutal leader, she also uncovered the devastating truth about her own life. With her time running out, Hunter must ally herself with her mortal enemy - the only woman with the power to destroy Hunter and everything she loves, including Slade Baines. Determined not to lose Hunter, Slade will do anything to find the final Realm that holds the secret to saving Hunter and destroying their enemies once and for all.