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Charles De Coster, 1827 in München geboren, aufgewachsen in Brüssel, griff die Legende vom Taugenichts Till Eulenspiegel auf und transportierte sie ins 16. Jahrhundert, genauer in die Zeit des Achtzigjährigen Krieges. Womöglich war es sein Engagement für die Satire-Zeitung "Uylenspiegel", das De Coster den Volkshelden näherbrachte. Doch ist sein "Ulenspiegel" nicht nur ein Schelmenstück, sondern auch ein historischer Roman mit einer Hauptfigur, die Freiheitsheld und Widerstandskämpfer zugleich ist.

Maximilian Storm has embraced his new life as a Battleborne. Reincarnated on a strange world in a powerful chimera body, he has gathered friends, made enemies, and developed wondrous new magical and physical abilities. He’s even discovered that a couple of his men, Smitty and Dylan, have chosen to join him on this world.

When a jaguar shifter drops in and asks for help in tracking down an ancient blood-magic statuette, I say no thank you. I learned a long time ago the key to survival is keeping a low profile. But it's hard to ignore an artifact of the gods powerful enough to blow holes in reality. Enter stalker werewolves in a black Mercedes and magicians trying to capture me. They all think I know where the damned statue is. Then I'm attacked by demons. It wouldn't be so bad, but some of them are really rude. Being rude is a capital crime where I come from. Time for a lesson in manners.

Josie is at rock bottom. Burned out, heartbroken and recovering from an abusive relationship, she lives a haunted existence after returning to her isolated hometown on the edge of the Forest of Dean. Josie's hopes of a fresh start are horribly derailed when she stumbles across a dead woman's decaying, ant-infested body in the woods. The grim discovery sends her into a downward spiral, forcing her to face uncomfortable truths about the victim and her own past - all whilst battling the swarming black ants that seem to have burrowed into her mind . . . and her flesh.

Tiger-shifter Lord Bane Dunsaney released Nick Fairfax from the deal that bound the young man to his service for a year. Then Bane fled, afraid that the beast inside of him would harm Nick if he stayed. He never thought to see Nick again. Little did Bane know, Nick has chosen to stay at his estate, Moon Shadow, to await the return of the lord who has his heart.

Die kleine Mary aus Indien wird in das Herrenhaus ihres sonderbaren Onkels nach Yorksshire gebracht. Dort lebt sie unter der Obhut ihres Dienstmädchens, das zunächst keinen Zugang zu dem verwöhnten Mädchen findet. Doch je öfter Mary sich allein nach draußen traut, die Natur kennen und lieben lernt, desto mehr öffnet sie sich anderen Menschen. Schließlich ist sie es, die das zerstörte Familienleben im Herrenhaus nachhaltig verändert. Ihr Onkel muss sich mit seiner Vergangenheit auseinanderzusetzen, denn Mary hat den geheimen Garten entdeckt.

THE CHOICE, die Challenge, die alles verändert. 45 Frauen – 8 Männer, aber nur 4 davon sind Prinzen. Der Kampf um die Herzen der künftigen Könige beginnt. Juliana, eine junge Frau aus bescheidenen Verhältnissen, wünscht sich ein besseres Leben für ihre verarmte Familie. Als das Gesetz sie zwingt, sich der THE CHOICE Jury zu stellen, ahnt sie nicht, dass ihr Schicksal eine unerwartete Wendung nehmen wird. Plötzlich ist sie eine der Erwählten und muss in den glanzvollen Palast ziehen, wo Intrigen und Geheimnisse hinter jeder Ecke lauern.

As a result of the divine spirits' protection, Agnes has an unusual and often embarrassing power: whenever she experiences strong emotions, she makes mushrooms sprout on people! One day, her royal fiancé, who claims to have dragon blood, breaks off his engagement to Agnes, claiming to have found his true soulmate. Her reputation tarnished, Agnes vows to return to commoner life when she's unexpectedly summoned to a ball by her ex-fiancé's cousin: a prince who is far from horrified by her mushrooming him.

'A dark fairytale of epic proportions' J.T. GREATHOUSE 'A gothic love letter to high seas, deep love, and the epic stakes of a world at risk. The spirit of Poe infused with Samantha Shannon, and perfect for fans of both' R.R. VIRDI 'The most beautiful book I have read in a very long time. Dark...

Geißenmutter muss das Haus verlassen und gibt ihren sieben Geißlein auf, während ihrer Abwesenheit niemanden ins Haus zu lassen. Kurz nachdem sie gegangen ist, kommt bereits der böse Wolf vorbei und begehrt Einlass. Die Geißlein erkennen jedoch an der rauen Stimme, dass der Wolf und nicht ihre Mutter vor der Türe steht und lassen ihn nicht hinein. Aus Tücke frisst der Wolf daraufhin Kreide, um damit seine Stimme zarter zu machen, und kehrt daraufhin zum Haus der Geißlein zurück.

My team and I have worked hard to earn the honor of representing Krysfelt Academy for Girls, but not everyone is happy to see us rise to the top. Old rivalries are resurfacing, and some competitors are willing to take things too far.

Die schönsten Sagen des klassischen Altertums sind eine Sammlung antiker Mythen, die der deutsche Schriftsteller Gustav Schwab in den Jahren 1838 bis 1840 in drei Bänden herausgab. Schwabs Ziel war die Nacherzählung "der schönsten und bedeutungsvollsten Sagen des klassischen Altertums" in schlichter Prosa, die dem Wortlaut der antiken Schriftsteller (besonders der Dichter) möglichst nahekommen sollte. Sein Zielpublikum waren "Kinder und Frauen", die ohne Kenntnis der alten Sprachen die antike Sagenwelt kennenlernen wollten. Die Sammlung gilt als Klassiker der Kinder- und Jugendliteratur.

After Keelynn witnesses her sister's murder at the hands of the legendary Gancanagh, an immortal creature who seduces women and kills them with a cursed kiss, she realizes there’s nothing she wouldn't do to get her back. With the help of a vengeful witch, she’s given everything she needs to resurrect the person she loves most. Tadhg, a devilishly handsome half-fae who has no patience for high society—or propriety—would rather spend his time in the company of loose women and dark creatures than help a human kill one of his own. Until Keelynn makes him an offer he can’t refuse.

Brought to you by Penguin. When Lady Viviane leaves the lakes of the far North for the splendour of Camelot, she knows the destiny her father has planned for her. To capture the heart and hand of the young prince, Arthur. To bring her family richness and glory. But it is Arthur’s sister Morgan...

Escaping the Coherent Realm and crossing the Rift was just the beginning. As Marek steps into the Unbound Realm, Mags and Ashurai at his side, he discovers a world where ancient powers walk the land. The sky brighter, the land broader, everything seems grander than what they'd known in their previous lives. Yet splendor never lasts long. The consequences of their crossing soon catch up. The Rift was more than a magical barrier. It was the site of an endless battle between realms. And though that conflict was fought by the men of old, it was the gods of the East and the West who spurred it on.

Vianne Rocher has settled down. Lansquenet-sous-Tannes, the place that once rejected her, has finally become her home. With Rosette, her 'special' child, she runs her chocolate shop in the square, talks to her friends on the river, is part of the community. Even Reynaud, the priest, has become a friend. But when old Narcisse, the florist, dies, leaving a parcel of land to Rosette and a written confession to Reynaud, the life of the sleepy village is once more thrown into disarray....

Here is a collection of the Oscar Wilde's famous fairy tales, read by a cast of leading British actors. Additional narrators include Geoffrey Palmer O.B.E., Sir Donald Sinden, and Elaine Stritch. Music: 'Reverie De Sebastian' by Steve Davies.

When you lose your way in life, the Elsewhere Express just might find you. Step on board the train that may take you to your life’s purpose in this wistful, Ghibli-esque fantasy from the bestselling author of Water Moon. “A delicately layered dream of a book that glimmers with the promise of...

A spellbinding dark dystopian fantasy trilogy from hugely popular dark romance author Nicci Harris, where young Aster is sworn to be a servant to the ruthless half-human King Rome, but when the king becomes obsessed with this ordinary girl, it could lead to war. Young Aster is no different. If...

Set in the third epoch of the planet Ikleel, the arrival of a comet signifies the approach of the Final Standing, an apocalyptic end time when an ancient enemy of humanity, Mörtan, is set to return. Zorar and his apprentice Alifa, both Grand Conduits of Nur, urgently prepare for the coming time along with other Nurani Conduits. Meanwhile, Arön, their home, has fallen under the control of the Syndicate, a sinister organisation seeking to plunder centuries of imperial wealth.