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Where can a princess hide if her Ever After isn't all that Happy? Bestselling author Alex London turns classic fairy tales on their heads in this fast-paced, funny fantasy about embracing change and taking control of your own story. For fans of The School for Good and Evil and the Chronicles of Never After series.Every fairy tale ends with its characters living happily ever after, right? A valiant prince quests long and hard to reach the castle where the sleeping princess lies. And with a kiss, he awakens her.But what if the princess does NOT think a kiss from a stranger is a very pleasant way to wake up? Yuck!When Rosamund flees her prince, a Door of Opportunity opens, and she steps through it to the Home Educational Academy (the HEA for short). Rosamund has found the Princess Protection Program, where fugitive fairy-tale princesses escape unwanted affections, untimely ends, and all the other perils of their stories.But the longer Rosamund lives in the real world, the more questions she has. Does anyone ever graduate from the HEA? Why doesn't anyone seem to remember the former students? Is the kindly fairy headmistress all she appears to be? Is anyone? And the most important question of all: Can Rosamund change her story?Acclaimed and bestselling author Alex London weaves together several beloved fairy tales in this fast-paced, funny, and slyly subversive adventure about finding your place in the world.
Queen Tarabai's husband died while their son was just an infant. But this brave woman would not let that stop her from leading the Marathi army into battle against the Mughals. After declaring herself regent, she faced many adversaries and was even imprisoned by her own people for a time. Yet every time she was knocked down, she rose up again stronger than ever before.Bilingual Legends # 647: This book is in both English and the historical Modi script of Marathi. After being suppressed since the mid-20th century, a revival of the Modi script has begun among Marathi speaking communities keen to preserve the traditions of their ancestors by passing their own script onto the next generation.
The highly anticipated third novel in the This Woven Kingdom series, full of powerful magic, searing romance, and heartbreaking betrayal, from the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sabaa Tahir, and Tomi Adeyemi.As the long-lost heir to the Jinn throne, Alizeh has finally found her people--and she might've found her crown. Cyrus, the mercurial ruler of Tulan, has offered her his kingdom in a twisted exchange: one that would begin with their marriage and end with his murder.Cyrus's dark reputation precedes him; all the world knows of his blood-soaked past. Killing him should be easy--and accepting his offer might be the only way to fulfill her destiny and save her people. But the more Alizeh learns of him, the more she questions whether the terrible stories about him are true.Ensnared by secrets, Cyrus has ached for Alizeh since she first appeared in his dreams many months ago. Now that he knows those visions were planted by the devil, he can hardly bear to look at her--much less endure her company. But despite their best efforts to despise each other, Alizeh and Cyrus are drawn together over and over with an all-consuming thirst that threatens to destroy them both.Meanwhile, Prince Kamran has arrived in Tulan, ready to exact revenge...Layered with exquisite tension and heart-stopping romance, All This Twisted Glory is the explosive third book in the captivating, bestselling This Woven Kingdom series.
"ÅHay alguna chica que no hay soänado alguna vez en su vida en convertirse en una princesa?"--
Queen Jennifer's brother, Pirate Pete, is an expert treasure hunter. When he pays a visit to Wildflower Kingdom, the princesses get nervous. Pirates are mean, aren't they? They steal things, don't they? As Pirate Pete helps Queen Jennifer follow a mysterious treasure map, the princesses learn that you can't believe everything you hear.
Un fantasy davvero divertente. La storia di una ragazzina, Ellie Allie, figlia di reali diun regno immaginario, Intrigntes, la quale si trova orfana a soli 11 anni, inseguito alla morte dei suoi genitori, vittime di intrighi di corte.Dopo una infanzia che le ha tarpato le ali a causa di un addestramento forzato allavita di corte, la principessina si troverà ad affrontare le sue responsabilità comeregnante alla sua giovane età. La sua perspicacia e intraprendenza però le farannopresto intuire come fuggire da un mondo che non soddisfa le sue aspirazioni edentrare in uno meno regale, ma più umano e appagante.La sua vita si popolerà di figure eterogenee, alcune positive che le ridaranno lavoglia di sorridere, altre invece che si riveleranno insospettatamente nemiche edinfide.Il libro mette a fuoco, pur se in chiave comica, un mondo che esiste solo sulla carta,il quale presenta tanti valori positivi e aspetti negativi che contraddistinguono lanostra realtà: l'amore, l'amicizia, l'altruismo, la fedeltà da una parte, i pregiudizi, lasete di potere e di ricchezza, l'invidia e l'inganno dall'altra.L'ultima parola resterà comunque all'amore, come dice il titolo.
The second book in the swoony and high-stakes fantasy rom-com series that began with Twin Crowns, about twin princesses separated at birth?from bestselling authors Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber.Twin queens Wren and Rose have claimed their crowns...but not everyone is happy about witches sitting on Eana's throne.Coolheaded Rose plans a royal tour to establish goodwill throughout the kingdom. But Wren balks?how can they gallivant around Eana when their grandmother Banba is imprisoned in Gevra?Impatient Wren steals away on a ship to the icy north, where King Alarik offers a deadly magical bargain in exchange for Banba's freedom. Desperate, Wren agrees. But her spell has unexpected consequences....Meanwhile, when Rose's royal tour is interrupted by a mysterious stranger claiming to be from the long-lost Sunkissed Kingdom, the strands of destiny pull her south to the ancient Amarach Towers, where only the Seers of Eana know why the Restless Sands are erupting?and why Shen-Lo himself might hold the key.But back in Anadawn, rebellion is brewing. And if Eana is to stand a chance at peace, the sisters will need to reunite once more and convince their people to forsake old loyalties for new ones.
Did you know? There was once a boy who was kidnapped by a rival clan and escaped? Did you know he has millions of descendants? Did you know he is a hero to some and a villain to others? Explore a series of beautiful images while meeting Genghis Khan, the founder and leader of the Mongol Empire, through twenty-six fascinating alphabetized parts of his life. The Historic Alphabet Book series from History Unboxed® features fascinating historical figures with simple biographical text on one page and deeper explanation on the facing page. These books are ideal for developing readers who are ready for more advanced content. Lexile® Measure: 860LOverall Reading Level: 8-11 years oldHistory Unboxed® uses a unique dual rating system. Reading Levels:A) Read With Me: Simple text for child, deeper text for educatorsB) I Love Reading: Stories to be enjoyed with independenceTheme Levels:1) Simple, gentle, fascinating stories2) Engaging story with mild story violence and/or conflict themes3) High interest story with dynamic language and moderate violence and/or conflict themes This title is an A3
The enthralling conclusion to Judy I. Lin's Book of Tea duology-#1 New York Times bestseller A Magic Steeped in Poison and A Venom Dark and Sweet-is sure to enchant fans of Adrienne Young and Leigh Bardugo.A great evil has come to the kingdom of Dàxi. The Banished Prince has returned to seize power, his rise to the dragon throne aided by the mass poisonings that have kept the people bound in fear and distrust.Ning, a young but powerful shénnóng-shi-a wielder of magic using the ancient and delicate art of tea-making-has escorted Princess Zhen into exile. Joining them is the princess' loyal bodyguard, Ruyi, and Ning's newly healed sister, Shu. Together the four young women travel throughout the kingdom in search of allies to help oust the invaders and take back Zhen's rightful throne.But the golden serpent still haunts Ning's nightmares with visions of war and bloodshed. An evil far more ancient than the petty conflicts of men has awoken, and all the magic in the land may not be enough to stop it from consuming the world...
The secret is out! Now the Queen can no longer get away with sneaking around London, so she's off to Windsor. It's not long until Her Maj finds a new way to get out and about - but with two guardsmen hot on her heels - will she get away with it?Join us on this second adventure with our mischievous monarch!
Perfect for read alouds or bedtime, this magical storybook collection invites children to revisit some of their favorite episodes of the Netflix series Princess Power.
Ore has taken the Lord of Tarc and his clan. Prince Rei Touka has taken Tarc. Now the royals of Suiran, Ryokudo, must reset the Law of Tarc without angering those of the clans who've been willing to be peaceful about the Change.
A queen's life hangs in the balance, and her siblings' decisions - about what to do, and most of all, who to love - could change the course of history. Romance. Duty. Power... only one can triumph in this stunning conclusion to the New York Times bestselling AMERICAN ROYALS series.
Celebrate the ascension of a new monarch, King Charles III, with ten stunningly illustrated pop-ups in this timely souvenir and addition to the wonderful Panorama Pop series.King Charles III's coronation will take place in May 2023. This beautiful novelty keepsake traces the King's life up to this historic moment. Ten illustrated pop-ups combine with information about his stately duties as well as his personal life, from his childhood as heir to the throne to his investiture in Wales as well as his marriage, good works and connections to various charities. This book also features intriguing facts and striking pop-up illustrations of famous royal residences and popular tourist destinations, including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Tower of London. Celebrate the monarchy and all things royal in this exquisite cut-paper souvenir.
This brightly illustrated book contains more than 1001 hidden images, making it our biggest, busiest seek-and-find books ever! Princess Sabrina has been invited to a ball, but she doesn't have a dress to wear. Children will search the royal kingdom all the items Sabrina needs to get ready.
Power. Drama. Romance. The Crown. Meet America's royal family in this boxed set that includes the first three books in the New York Times bestselling series!"American Royals is an absolute delight!" --Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Throne of Glass seriesWhen America won the Revolutionary War, its people offered General George Washington a crown. Two and a half centuries later, the House of Washington still sits on the throne.Princess Beatrice is the heir. Princess Samantha is the spare. And Prince Jefferson? Every girl in America is vying for his heart...and the crown that comes with it! Lady Daphne Deighton has him for now. But commoner and childhood best friend, Nina Gonzalez is about to give her some competition.The royals must balance duty to the crown and being true to their own hearts. It's a romantic and dramatic binge-read not to be missed! Includes: American Royals, Majesty, and Rivals.
"After Abriella's sister was sold to the fae, she thought life couldn't get any worse. But when she suddenly finds herself caught in a web of lies of her own making, loving two princes and trusting neither, things are not quite as clear as she once thought. As civil war wages in the Court of Darkness, Brie finds herself unable to choose a side. How can she know where she stands when she doesn't even know herself anymore? In this darkly romantic thrill ride, the more Faerie is torn apart from the inside, the clearer it becomes that prophecies don't lie and Brie has a role to play in the fate of this magical realm, whether she likes it or not"--
Now with a gorgeous new series look! In this sweeping series of interconnected novels that can be read out of order, Disney’s Princesses grow up—and learn to rule—guided by the magical Queen’s Council. In Rebel Rose, Belle faces a royal future in a time of turmoil. This lush and empowering reimagining of Princess Belle blends fairy-tale lore and “the French Revolution with a Disney twist” (SLJ).Happily ever after is only the beginning as Belle takes on the responsibility of becoming queen and learns to balance duty, love, and sacrifice, all while navigating dark political intrigue—and a touch of magic.It’s 1789, and France is on the brink of revolution. Belle has broken the enchantress’s curse, restoring the Beast to his human form and bringing life back to their castle in the principality of Aveyon. But in Paris, the fires of change are burning, and it’s only a matter of time before the rebellion arrives on their doorstep.Not so long ago, Belle dreamed of leaving her provincial home for a life of adventure. Now she finds herself living in a lush palace, torn between her past as a commoner and her future as royalty. While Belle grapples with her newfound position, there are those who would do anything to keep her from power. When she stumbles across a magic mirror that holds a dire warning, Belle wants nothing more than to ignore the mysterious voice calling her to accept a crown she never desired. But violent factions of the revolution may already be lurking within her own castle, and doing nothing would endanger everything she holds dear. With the fate of her country, her love, and her life at stake, Belle must decide if she is ready to embrace her own strength--and the magic that ties her to so many female rulers before her--to become the queen she is meant to be. This lush and empowering reimagining of Princess Belle blends fairy-tale lore and “the French Revolution with a Disney twist” (SLJ).
Now with a gorgeous new series look! In this sweeping series of interconnected novels that can be read out of order, Disney’s Princesses grow up—and learn to rule—guided by the magical Queen’s Council. In Feather and Flame, Mulan must face a new kind of war . . . this time, as Empress of China. This fierce reimagining of the girl who became a warrior blends fairy tale lore and real history—with a Disney twist.The war is over. Now a renowned hero, Mulan spends her days in her home village, training a militia of female warriors. The peace is a welcome one, and she knows it must be protected.When Shang arrives with an invitation to the Imperial City, Mulan’s relatively peaceful life is upended once more. The aging emperor decrees that Mulan will be his heir to the throne. Such unimagined power and responsibility terrify her, but who can say no to the emperor?As Mulan ascends into the halls of power, it becomes clear that not everyone is on her side. Her ministers undermine her, and the Huns sense a weakness in the throne. When hints of treachery appear even amongst those she considers friends, Mulan has no idea whom she can trust. But the discovery of a mysterious, ancient magic helps Mulan uncover her true destiny. With renewed strength and the wisdom of those that came before her, Mulan will own her power, save her country, and prove once again that, crown or helmet, she was always meant to lead.This fierce reimagining of Mulan blends fairy-tale lore and real history with a Disney twist.
"Jasmine thought that she had earned her happily ever after when she and Aladdin defeated Jafar. Then her beloved father dies and, overnight, all her plans for the future change. Instead of her wedding, she's now planning a funeral and a coronation--her coronation, to become the first woman to rule Agrabah. But before the sultan's crown is placed on her head, her claim to the throne is called into question. Jasmine has always been headstrong, but for the first time in her life, she finds herself faltering. Agrabah's ministers decree that the way to determine the true ruler is through a tournament--a series of challenges meant to test not just her ability to rule, but everything she holds dear. As the chasm between Aladdin's world and Jasmine's grows wider, their future together becomes even more uncertain. Meanwhile, dark forces appear to be descending on Agrabah: A gray mist swirls across the land, shadows lurk within the palace, and voices whisper to Jasmine in the night. A message warns from beyond the grave: You must find the book. Jasmine's quest to decipher the message, win the tournament, and secure the throne leads her deep into the reality of her own story, and those of women who have ruled other lands before her. With the aid of the mysterious Queen's Council, she must uncover the truth and step into her rightful role as sultana of Agrabah isher marketing.
King Charles, authored by the talented Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, is an enchanting masterpiece that will undoubtedly captivate readers. Published by QUARTO in 2023, this book is a remarkable addition to the literary world. The genre of the book is not specified, but one can expect the unexpected from such a gifted writer. Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara's storytelling prowess shines through every page of King Charles, making it a must-read for all book enthusiasts. This book is a testament to QUARTO's commitment to publishing high-quality literature. Written in English, King Charles is a book that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.
Learn about the new monarch of Great Britain--King Charles III, former Prince of Wales, son of Queen Elizabeth II, and the oldest person to take the throne in British history.
Paddington goes on a right royal adventure in this hilarious new picture book based on the award-winning animated series, The Adventures of Paddington!
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