There's no such thing as magic, right? Dragons are mythical creatures, aren't they? And when people are dead they stay dead, don't they? Well, maybe not. Things would have been a lot simpler if Danny hadn’t ducked out of school without permission: he wouldn’t have been in the city centre, cold and hungry; he wouldn’t have tried to stop a robbery; and he wouldn’t have met Ellie, her grandfather and their bodyguard. He knows from the start that they’re up to something, and the more he finds … [Read more...] about Danny Brown And The Man Who Would Not Die by Kim Wilson
Alfie Slider vs the Shape Shifter by Sarah Dixon
Some people say that Alfie Slider is a bit weird, but he thinks that weird just means different. Weird is good! Living with his 'different' family is never predictable for Alfie, but nothing could prepare him for what happens when he finds a strange key on his way home from school. This is no ordinary key – it seems to break the laws of physics! Once he's figured out how to use it, Alfie is caught up in adventures that are literally out of this world. This story has evil grannies, flame-throwing … [Read more...] about Alfie Slider vs the Shape Shifter by Sarah Dixon
Animaia – The Return by Mr Paul Rogers
"Harry Potter meets Dr Dolittle" ANIMAIA - The Return is a high-concept story of a unique world under threat and the psychic and material personalities destined to rescue it. Several books are planned for the series, although book one can stand alone. ANIMAIA is suitable for 12 years to adult, features allegory, parody, fantasy, science and some dark themes with elements of magical realism . . . but does not miss opportunities for irony and comedic exchange. The story arc builds exponentially … [Read more...] about Animaia – The Return by Mr Paul Rogers
FEATURED BOOK: A Uniquely Portable Magic by Felix Alexander
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Adventure “The adventure begins with your imagination.” Here’s the long and short of it. Well, the short version first: As descendants of a secret order charged with protecting libraries and story tellers, Jaiden and Anjali Medina journey into story realm to find the mythical kings lest the Lord of Forgetfulness erases all legends, myths and stories from the memory of the world. Not enough for you? Okay, well, it’s the day after the Day of the Dead. Jaiden and … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: A Uniquely Portable Magic by Felix Alexander
Episode by Tracey Morait
Targeted Age Group:: 9-12 Alisha Dainton has severe epilepsy, so she's used to having seizures. Sometimes she even has weird visions and hears strange noises. After a particularly bad episode on holiday in Cyprus, what she sees and hears makes her think she's going mad: who is the beautiful girl with the see-through eyes, multi-coloured hair and rainbow and the half-woman, half-bird creature singing by the hotel pool, and just why has she been chosen to go back in time to ancient Sparta to … [Read more...] about Episode by Tracey Morait
FEATURED BOOK: The Kidnapped Smile by Laurie Woodward
Genre: Children's- Fantasy As shadowy dream-invading creatures unleash a new power, dragons appear over Santa Barbara but disappear from a mystical land. Fearful, The Thinker calls upon an unlikely trio of thirteen-year-olds to find out why. Soon, Alex, the brooding painter, Bartholomew, the home-schooled sculptor, and Gwen, the skater girl, enter his art-created world on a quest to return the elusive golden dragons to the sky. With battling dragons, murderous outlaws, and enchanted … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The Kidnapped Smile by Laurie Woodward
FEATURED BOOK: The Six and the Crystals of Ialana by Katlynn Brooke
Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult Fantasy, Middle-Grade Fantasy Six teens must uncover the secrets of their past while on the run from deadly predators and a reptilian king. At odds with each other, their goals uncertain, the Six set out on a life-altering quest across a harsh and unforgiving continent. Pursued by lethal foes, guided only by baffling and terrifying shared dreams, the Six must find and reclaim a powerful crystal lost 500 years in the past. What is their connection to this … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The Six and the Crystals of Ialana by Katlynn Brooke
FEATURED BOOK: Skerry Island: The Prince and the Pirate Book One by Hoot N. Holler
Genre: Children's - Fantasy Will they find the treasure or be captured by pirates? When King Manuel of Oro announces his ten-year-old son's crowning ceremony, Leo’s world crumbles. He doesn’t want to be a stuffy old prince! He wants to be free to have adventures, roam the kingdom, and spar with the crew of the royal navy. Dreading the upcoming ceremony, Leo longs to have one final adventure before taking on his royal duties. His wish comes true when he accidentally stows away and the … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Skerry Island: The Prince and the Pirate Book One by Hoot N. Holler
Free eBook: The Fortress by Faye Carlisle @FayeCarlisle1
About the Book: Nargassus is in trouble from the evil Sinisters. A prophecy says that a boy who is able to control the four elements of earth, fire, air and water will be able to restore peace to the land and defeat evil. Cameron has these extra-special abilities and is sent on a mission to find the Sinisters with his two friends Anna and Sam. Anna is able to see visions of the future, and Sam has navigating powers. The children’s search for the Sinisters leads them to a fortress where they … [Read more...] about Free eBook: The Fortress by Faye Carlisle @FayeCarlisle1
FEATURED BOOK: Things from Other Worlds by Anne E. Johnson
Genre: fantasy, science fiction, short stories "Enchanting!" -Ellie Ann, New York Times bestseller Many strange things wait inside these pages. There's a fuzzy ball of kindness, camped out on a grumpy man's porch. A chewed piece of gum with a mind of its own. A smart Alec who actually stands in line twice when they're handing out brains. A girl who isn't afraid when all the plants in her neighborhood come to life. This collection of 15 science fiction and fantasy stories for kids by … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Things from Other Worlds by Anne E. Johnson
