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NOTE TO READERS: Preorder now and receive the stunning, LIMITED FIRST PRINT RUN¿featuring beautiful purple spray-painted edges. This breathtaking first edition is only available for a limited time and while supplies last.Britannia meets The Mist-with a touch of Evil Dead-in this illusory fantasy horror about a kingdom left to darkness...Jude Maddox knows nothing of love or even light. He knows only his grim duty as the Hand of Death, to lead the Knights of the Eternal Star into a land filled with nightmares and certain demise. It's only when he sees her-a young woman with wild, amber eyes who's as fierce, defiant, and swift as the shadow beasts themselves-that he feels the warmth of life in his blood...The other Knights may fear their lethal commander, with his hard, merciless demeanor. Outcast Kiara Frey sees only a leader, a man who knows how to survive. A man like her. But wanting him is as treacherous as the shadows themselves...and just as seductive.With a kingdom on the verge of collapse, the Knights must now venture into the darkest heart of the land and uncover the secrets of the misted shadows, where evil will prey upon their minds and feast on their flesh.It will betray their senses.It will surpass their nightmares.Most of them will die.But they have no other choice. Because the only way to fight the darkness...is to become it.

Vanja begik selvmord for to år siden ved at kaste sig i havet. Nu får hun en ny chance for at leve. Men al den smerte, hun forlod, er der stadig, og havet kalder på hende. Mens Vanja kæmper for ikke at miste sig selv igen, møder hun Frederik, og livet får pludselig ny betydning. Kan kærligheden blive hendes redning? HAVET KALDER er en smuk fortælling om kærlighed og sorg - og om at vælge livet, når det gør allermest ondt.Hun valgte livet fra. Nu er hun tvunget tilbage. Mod sin vilje.Historien har tidligere været udgivet som LIVET TILBAGE.

The Secret Garden (Painted Editions) is a captivating masterpiece penned by the renowned author, Frances Hodgson Burnett. Published by HarperCollins Focus in 2023, this enchanting book brings a unique blend of mystery and charm that is hard to resist. The genre of the book is a magical blend of fiction and fantasy, transporting readers into a world full of wonders and surprises. The Secret Garden (Painted Editions) is a testament to Burnett's imaginative prowess and storytelling genius. This edition is particularly special as it features painted illustrations, adding a layer of visual delight to the already compelling narrative. HarperCollins Focus, a leading name in the publishing world, has ensured that this edition of The Secret Garden is a treasure to own, making it a must-have for every book lover's collection.

A propulsive and captivating sequel to the New York Times bestselling Dark Rise.

What happens in Vegas when an all-asexual online friend group attempts to break into a high-stakes gambling club? Shenanigans ensue.Some people join chess club, some people play football. Jack Shannon runs a secret blackjack ring in his private school’s basement. What else is the son of a Las Vegas casino mogul supposed to do? Everything starts falling apart when Jack’s mom is arrested for their family’s ties to organized crime. His sister Beth thinks this is the Shannon family’s chance to finally go straight, but Jack knows that something’s not right. His mom was sold out, and he knows by who. Peter Carlevaro: rival casino owner, mobster, and jilted lover. Gross. Jack hatches a plan to break into Carlevaro’s inner sanctum and find what he’s holding over his mom’s head, but Jack’s going to need help. He recruits his closest friends, his online asexual support group, to form his team. All he needs to do is infiltrate a secret high stakes gambling club, save his mom, and dodge any dark secrets about his family he’d rather not know, while hopelessly navigating what it means to be in love while asexual. Easy, right?

"Reuniting Tori Spring, her little brother Charlie, and Charlie's boyfriend Nick, this novella sees the Spring siblings brave a particularly difficult festive season"--

Jeg, Loke, løgnens mægtige gud, er blevet forvist til Jorden af Odin. Her skal jeg henslæbe tilværelsen som en 11-årig dreng.Hver gang Thors hammer forsvinder, tror folk, at jeg, Loke, har noget med det at gøre. Det er totalt uretfærdigt! Jeg er jo ikke ond længere! For at få renset mit navn må jeg:1) finde Thors elskede hammer2) afsløre den rigtige tyv3) tvinge alle til at indrømme, at de tog fejl(Det sidste punkt er naturligvis det vigtigste).

Ella er en helt almindelig pige, men så alligevel slet ikke som alle de andre i klassen. Ella får hurtigt en gruppe søde venner, da hun starter på sin nye skole. Men ved de godt, at Ella ikke er alene? Hun er snarere fem... Fem farverige og ikke altid lige venlige personligheder. Hvem er Ella egentlig? Ella 1: De(n) nye er første bind i en trilogi og en del af Cobolts udgivelseslinje ’Tegneserier for børn og unge’.

Short stories featuring fan favorite characters from the beloved High Republic series each written by a New York Times bestselling author.

'Beautifully vicious' Chloe GongThere's always a price for defying destiny.Violet is a prophet and a liar, influencing the court as Seer with her cleverly phrased - and not always true - divinations. Honesty is for suckers, like the oh-so-not-charming Prince Cyrus, who plans to strip her of her title once he's crowned.After the king asks her to falsely prophesy Cyrus's love story for an upcoming ball, Violet awakens a dreaded curse about the prince's future bride. Her wits may protect her in the cutthroat court, but they can't protect her against fate - nor the doomed attraction growing between her and the prince . . .PRAISE FOR VIOLET MADE OF THORNS'An enchanting dark fantasy' Sabaa Tahir'Violet has everything: court intrigue, cruel witches, aloof but hot princes, ambitious girls who will do anything to win' Victoria Lee'An unforgettable voice' Hannah Whitten'Entrancing from start to finish' Joan He'A delightful, sparkling tale' June CL Tan

Kat og hendes mor er vampyrer, men lever i skjul blandt mennesker, og overlever kun næsten på gammel, dårlig Hema - en kunstig erstatning for menneskeblod. Kat drømmer om at leve blandt andre vampyrer, hvor hun ikke skal skjule, hvem hun er. Og den drøm, kan måske gå i opfyldelse på den ekslusive vampyrskole, Harcote. Taylor er født ind i en rig, dannet vampyrfamilie, og går naturligivs på Harcote Highschool. Men Taylor føler sig fanget i den gammeldags, konservative måde at se på vampyrer og mennesker. På Harcote møder Taylor og Kat hinanden - igen. De var nemlig engang bedste venner, men det endte mildest talt forfærdeligt. Nu bliver de dog tvunget til at arbejde sammen, for at forhindre onde kræfter i at blusse op indefra.

Get to grips with how things work inside hundreds of machines with this extraordinary book for kids that explains the science behind technologies and inventions.In this extensive encyclopedia packed full of simple science for kids aged 9+, David Macaulay's beautiful illustrations show the inner workings of each machine, from clocks and watches to jet engines and the Internet.The Way Things Work explains every machine you've ever wanted to understand, as well as some you've probably never thought about before. From the basic lever to the modern microprocessor, this bestseller has now been completely updated with the latest technologies - find out how a touchscreen works, look inside an optical mouse, and see the inner workings of a smartphone. This fascinating machines book for children features: - The inner workings of each machine, showing the technology in detail but making it accessible through Macaulay's uniquely playful illustrations.- The use of machines in everyday objects explainde, such as clocks, bikes, and watches, as well as the technology behind complicated machines such as space rockets and nuclear reactors.- Key scientific principles illustrated with Macaulay's brand of dry humour, using lighthearted stories involving mammoths.- An updated edition with machines and technologies that have become commonplace since the book's last major revision in 2016.In The Way Things Work Now, David Macaulay explains machines in a way no other illustrator can. Macaulay's inspired illustrations and humorous approach make even the most complex technology fun, fascinating, and accessible for children of all ages.

Nemo modtager endnu en mystisk pakke. Der er ingen afsender, og selvom der med store bogstaver står: MÅ IKKE ÅBNES - er det lige nøjagtig det, Nemo gør …Plysbamsen Drago forsvinder i et uopmærksomt øjeblik, og inden længe får Nemo, Oda og Frede selskab af en levende og ildspyende drage! Nemo er fascineret, men vennerne må i en fart få forenet Drago med sin ejer. Der er bare lige et problem … Den eneste, der kan forvandle Drago til legetøj, befindersig på Sicilien! Nemo, Oda og Frede begiver sig ud på et brandvarmt eventyr, men pludselig blander Boring Borgerværn sig, og vennerne må lægge en ny plan. Mon Dragos magiske spyt kan hjælpe dem …?Fjerde bind i den hæsblæsende serie fuld af spænding, humor og levende legetøj!

De græske myter er nogle af de ældste og mest perfekte historier, der nogen sinde er blevet fortalt! Denne bog er en fantastisk introduktion til gudernes verden, med seks fortællinger om kærlighed, sorg, grådighed, misundelse – veloplagt og sprudlende fortalt i tegneserieform.Rejs med Orfeus ned i underverdenen, og tag med Theseus til Kreta for at kæmpe mod den berygtede Minotauros! James Davies’ genfortællinger af de græske myter er fulde af detaljer og humor og vil fornøje læsere i alle aldre!

A witchy, atmospheric lesbian contemporary romance set in Salem--from the acclaimed author of Fans of the Impossible Life. Perfect for fans of Nina LaCour and Becky Albertalli.Seventeen-year-old Eleanor is the last person in Salem to believe in witchcraft--or think that her life could be transformed by mysterious forces. After losing her best friend and first love, Chloe, Eleanor has spent the past year in a haze, vowing to stay away from anything resembling romance.But when a handwritten guide to tarot arrives in the mail at the witchy souvenir store where Eleanor works, it seems to bring with it the message that magic is about to enter her life. Cynical Eleanor is quick to dismiss this promise, until real-life witch Pix shows up with an unusual invitation. Inspired by the magic and mystery of the tarot, Eleanor decides to open herself up to Pix and her coven of witches, and even to the possibility of a new romance.But Eleanor's complicated history continues to haunt her. She will have to reckon with the old ghosts that threaten to destroy everything, even her chance at new love.Improbable Magic for Cynical Witches is a romantic coming-of-age about learning to make peace with the past in order to accept the beauty of the present.

Wulf must face his greatest enemy yet - and this time, he's all alone . . .Wulf is at war - war against the Dark. As Pan's soldier and champion, it's his responsibility to fight for what is right. An early Winter has come to the County, threatening its people with starvation - but there is an even more dangerous foe to face. A demon is trying to become the next ruler of the dark. He has many names but one of them is Loki, the Trickster God. Loki has many, terrible powers - but his most deadly weapon is the one that controls all Wulf's own power . . .Featuring fan-favourite characters Grimalkin, Thorne, Jenny and even Slither, Wulf's War is sure to delight - and fright!

My twin sister is the true queen of Aryd. She survives, hiding and clinging to life in the desert, while I reign as the false queen alongside the monstrous King Eidolon. There's only one escape from this gilded prison: Reven. My Shadowraith. My heart. Only the shadows that he struggles to control are growing more sinister, more powerful.It's just a matter of time before they turn on him...and on me.Even escape doesn't mean true freedom, though, when we're still on the run from Eidolon's unstoppable armies. And when we discover there's a traitor among us, I have no choice...I must become the queen I was never meant to be.Because as one evil hunts me, the other loves me more than himself.And my fate lies with both. The Dominions series is best enjoyed in order.Reading Order:Book #1 The Liar's CrownBook #2 The Stolen Throne

Keep your mind engaged while you create beautiful art with Sticker by Number Vintage Flowers.Includes 28 images to sticker, featuring bouquets, floral designs, and natural settings.Images range in difficulty.Perforated pages make the book easy to use.Made for adults but kids can enjoy as well!As in color or paint-by-number, each design is divided into dozens of spaces. Each space has a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full-colored image emerges from the original unfinished illustration.