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5961) The Republic of Birds
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After her family is exiled from the capital of Tsaretsvo, Olga must use her wits, cunning, and forbidden magic to rescue her kidnapped sister, Mira, and return home from the Republic of Birds. Inspired by Russian folklore.
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"Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies, and even Loch Ness's most famous resident--these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklore. In the ... companion volume to ... An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales ... Breslin brings together a ... collection of tales from across Scotland"--Amazon.com.
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When Littletown Library is destroyed by a tornado, it seems like book-loving Nia is the only one who cares; so she starts the "new free library" under the tree where she used to read, and writes out familiar stories and rhymes that are just a little bit wrong, and encourages the people who check them out to correct them--until soon the whole of Littletown is filled with people reading and writing books.
5964) The way past winter
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Mila lives with her sisters, Pipa and Sanna, her brother Oskar, and their sled dogs in the forest where winter has held sway for five years, ever since their father disappeared; but now a strange scary man, flanked by twelve young boys, seems to have bewitched Oskar and taken him away--and Mila, convinced her brother is in danger, leads her sisters in a desperate journey across the frozen wild-lands to find their brother, and perhaps a way past an...
5965) Once upon a toad
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When her mother goes on a NASA mission, Cat Starr is sent to live with her father, stepsister Olivia, and younger brother Geoffrey, but interference by her inept fairy godmother causes toads to appear when Cat speaks and gems to fall from Olivia's mouth, bringing one to the attention of jewel thieves and the other to a secret government laboratory.
5966) Season of secrets
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Sent by their father to live in the country with their grandparents after the sudden death of their mother, Molly's older sister Hannah expresses her grief in a raging rebellion while imaginative Molly finds herself increasingly distracted by visions, that seemingly only she can see, of a strange hunt in the nearby forest.
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"It's a battle of the leader of gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth, and growth. If these to gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Zeus's and Ra's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup"--
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Ronan Boyle volume 3
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"Ronan Boyle may be the youngest detective of the secret Garda, but now that he's saved the captain from a spooky cult, he's also the only detective that has the head of an old Irish god in his vastsack! But his adventures are far from over. His parents are still on the run (he told them the prison break was a bad idea!), and he still has to turn over the corrupt wee folk to the leprechaun king and return to the Human Republic of Ireland to turn over...
5969) The Opal Deception
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Artemis Fowl (Graphic novels) volume 1
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After his last run-in with the fairies, Artemis had his mind wiped of his memories of the world below ground. But they have not forgotten about him. Once again, he must stop the human and fairy worlds from colliding - only this time, Artemis faces an enemy who may have finally outsmarted him. eBook also includes author video.
5970) Asha and the spirit bird
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"Asha lives in the foothills of the Himalayas in rural India, on the family farm with her mother. Money is tight and she misses her papa, who works in the city. When he suddenly stops sending his wages, a ruthless moneylender ransacks their home and her mother talks of leaving. From her den in the mango tree, Asha makes a pact with her best friend Jeevan to find her father and make things right. But the journey is dangerous: they must cross the world's...
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Once upon a con volume 2
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"Imogen Lovelace is an ordinary fangirl on an impossible mission: save her favorite character, Princess Amara, from being killed off from her favorite franchise, Starfield. The problem is, Jessica Stone--the actress who plays Princess Amara--wants nothing more than to leave the intense scrutiny of the fandom behind. If this year's ExcelsiCon isn't her last, she'll consider her career derailed. When a case of mistaken identity throws look-a-likes Imogen...
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"Get ready for a battle to rule the underworld! The Greek god Hades is the king of the underworld and has power over the souls of the dead. But the Egyptian god Anubis also claims to rule the underworld and protect people's souls. If these two ancient gods battled it out one-on-one, who would come out on top?"--
5974) Jacob Overcomes His Fear of Sleeping Alone: A Story About Courage and Self-Empowerment for Kids
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Courage Awakens: Jacob's Triumph over Darkness - A Captivating Children's Audiobook Filled with Inspiration and Adventure!
"Jacob Overcomes His Fear of Sleeping Alone: A Story about Courage and Self-Empowerment for Kids" is an enchanting tale that will captivate children and inspire their inner bravery. In this heartwarming story, young readers are taken on a thrilling adventure alongside Jacob, a courageous and vivacious boy living in a quaint countryside...
5975) Wolf
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Most are familiar with the tale about the boy who cried wolf, as it has been told many times over the years. However, no one knows about the reasons why it all happened…until now. After generations of keeping his silence, Hans, the infamous boy who cried wolf, could no longer keep quiet. He finally tells his side of the story.
What was Hans thinking the day he first cried "WOLF?" Why did he cry wolf again and again? Was he misbehaving or was it...
5976) The River Fairy's Wish
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A Magical Wish...
If you were a fairy who could make a big wish, what would your wish be? The river fairy lives in an enchanting crystal house by the lazy dream river. What more could she possibly want? With the help of a dazzling, magical crown, the fairy's most desired wish comes true! Can you guess what her wish might be? This lyrical story reveals the river fairy's wish through song. Much of the tale follows the tune of the old folk song "Green...
5977) Travesia de Gedeon, La
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Un poderoso y codicioso señor de la guerra invade un pequeño poblado; la misión de detenerlo se le confía a un joven humilde y modesto. ¿Serán suficientes el poder de los cuatro elementos y sus nuevas amistades para acometer y lograr su misión? 6 años en adelante.
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Beowulf is a brave and mighty warrior, known to have the strength of thirty men. At home in Geatland, Beowulf hears about the terrible troubles of his father's friend, Hrothgar, the king of the Danes. Hrothgar's land is plagued by Grendel, a vicious monster who attacks the Danes by night. Beowulf sets sail to aid Hrothgar and the Danes. But is Beowulf strong enough to slay the monstrous Grendel? And even if he succeeds, what other dangers lie ahead...
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Whiskers Sisters volume 1
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A letter from Mrs. Owl, the Whiskers Sisters' mail carrier, prompts Mia and Maya to plan a celebration. But their little sister, May, has been swept up in Mrs. Owl's mailbag! Soon May is in the woods having a wild afternoon. But will she make it home in time for the party?
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Alle Tiere zittern vor dem Löwen Singh Rajah, Herrscher über den Dschungel. Wer wird als nächstes auf seiner Speisekarte stehen? Als er zwei listigen kleinen Schakalen ganz dicht auf den Fersen ist, scheint es für sie kein Entkommen zu geben...oder doch?
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