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The Amazing Maze of Chatsworth House by Tim Sutton The Amazing Maze of Chatsworth House by Tim Sutton Feb. 07, 2012 $3.99 1887 words Sample 20%
Freddy and his school friends go on a day trip to Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. Freddy gets split-up from the rest of the school party, and he mistakenly ventures into the amazing maze all on his own.... A lovely bedtime story for all ages that has been photographed, written and illustrated entirely by the Author.
The Real Treasure by Oksana Vasilenko The Real Treasure by Oksana Vasilenko Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 630 words Read a sample
Once upon a time a king sent his three sons in search of the real treasure. What did they find?
How the Week Days Got Their Names by Oksana Vasilenko How the Week Days Got Their Names by Oksana Vasilenko Feb. 03, 2012 Free! 556 words Read a sample
In Japanese, week days are named Moon day, Fire day, Water day, Wood day, Metal day, Earth day and Sun day. Here's a little tale about how those names came about.
Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook by Mark Smith Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook by Mark Smith Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 56072 words Sample 15%
Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook is a silly fairy tale, written for ages 7 through 12, and for those young at heart.
Luke by Robert James Tootell Luke by Robert James Tootell Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 6056 words Read a sample
Luke, and his friend the Moon, take a journey to a strange and troubling land to compete against the 'Princess' in a terrifying game of chess. A journey of discovery.
Tovertaarten en Nachtgluiperds by Tais Teng Tovertaarten en Nachtgluiperds by Tais Teng Jan. 28, 2012 $2.99 16534 words Sample 15%
Volstrekte duisternis, een kookpot boven de open haard, een zwarte panter in plaats van een gezellige kat: dit is geen gewoon huis. Daar zijn Fred en Herman snel achter. Fred wil zo snel mogelijk weer naar buiten. Maar Herman rust niet voordat hij zo'n geheimzinnig boek heeft meegenomen. Dat had hij beter niet kunnen doen.
The Kingdom at the Edge of the Forest by Eviatar Avni The Kingdom at the Edge of the Forest by Eviatar Avni Jan. 27, 2012 $1.99 26379 words Sample 20%
This is the story of a tiny magical kingdom, its inhabitants and their adventures. The book follows them as they encounter mysterious parcels, strange flowers, nocturnal thieves, confusing technology and season changes. Join their adventures, learn with them about progress, friendship and the meaning of life, and face difficult questions such as: are clouds made of bunnies' fur or goose feathers
The Really-Truly Princess Test by Amanda Kastner The Really-Truly Princess Test by Amanda Kastner Jan. 25, 2012 $1.99 2748 words Sample 20%
Rosellen is just an ordinary little girl, except for one thing: Her parents are the King and Queen, so she's a Princess. Or is she? Using the story of "The Princess and the Pea" as a guide, Rosellen is determined to answer the question once and for all--with surprisingly messy results!
Fonna's Change Mantel by Doc Colour Fonna's Change Mantel by Doc Colour Jan. 25, 2012 $2.99 124 words Sample 20%
It’s Fonna’s twelfth birthday, and her family has just moved to a new neighborhood. Unfortunately, Fonna never approved! Fonna’s Change Mantel is an impassioned and devious story with a wonderful rhyming style that is witty and fun to read. Illustrated for the first time in color, Fonna and her friends brilliantly come alive on the pages as their free-spirited personalities uniquely interact.
Adventures of Young Crucian by Sergei Vinogradov Adventures of Young Crucian by Sergei Vinogradov Jan. 23, 2012 $1.99 14106 words Sample 20%
Увлекательная и добрая история о путешествии и приключениях Карасика и Деда Пескаря в подводном мире, о преодолении трудностей, о познании чудес, о ценности дружбы.
Sally and Ronnie's BIG Adventure by Vaughan Patrick Sally and Ronnie's BIG Adventure by Vaughan Patrick Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 11175 words Read a sample
Sally and her brother Ronnie explore a wood and stumble upon a fairy in need of their help! So begins their BIG adventure.
Fairy Blues (Songs of Magic, #2) by JL Bryan Fairy Blues (Songs of Magic, #2) by JL Bryan Jan. 20, 2012 $2.99 64922 words Sample 20%
With their enchanted instruments, the Assorted Zebras attract interest from record producers, and soon they’re off to cut their first album and music video. But they have just become pawns in a sinister plot by a cabal of evil fairies... Meanwhile, Aoide and her band pursue a new strategy for regaining their stolen instruments, one that will take them into the most haunted region in Faerie.
Here Comes the Sun by Gillian Turner Here Comes the Sun by Gillian Turner Jan. 19, 2012 $0.99 1739 words Sample 20%
This faith-safe children's story tells the tale of a little bird named Robyn, and how he received his gift of Song. He learns that it may take time and there may be heartache along the way, but some gifts are worth waiting for.
Mrs Tall Small Rescues Father Christmas by Caroline Graves Mrs Tall Small Rescues Father Christmas by Caroline Graves Jan. 19, 2012 $2.99 2278 words Sample 27%
Mrs Tall Small, Fairy Flutter, Captain Cornelius and the Miss Muddles join Mrs Tall Small on a daring rescue mission to help Father Christmas. Evil Witch Green has raided the North Pole and stolen all the children’s Christmas presents from Father Christmas. Mrs Tall Small has just 24 hours to try and save the world’s Christmas presents. Can she succeed? Join Mrs Tall Sm
Miss Sugar Crumb's Magic Kitchen by Malinda Mitchell Miss Sugar Crumb's Magic Kitchen by Malinda Mitchell Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 3191 words Sample 20%
Miss Sugar Crumb is a fair young maiden who loves animals and people. She enjoys feeding animals and taking food to the sick and needy. She never asks anything in return for her generosity. Wonderful, magical things happen to both animals and people who taste the treats cooked in her kitchen. Among those affected by this magic are a young couple and some forest animals.
The Wealding Word by Adam Gogolski The Wealding Word by Adam Gogolski Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 72776 words Sample 5%
A hundred years after Rapunzel escapes the witch's tower, one girl unearths the wicked truth behind the fairy tale... Plagued by demonic forces, child-stealing witches, and evil kings -- not to mention a bully of a big sister -- 13 year old Nell Shoemaker's only hope for survival is to master the secrets of the Wealding Word.
The Magic Fishing Pole by John French The Magic Fishing Pole by John French Jan. 18, 2012 Free! 1659 words Read a sample
In “The Magic Fishing Pole” a boy named Jack makes a fishing pole with the magic to catch any fish. Jack soon finds trouble when a bear decides to take the pole from him. So Jack, with the help of a beaver that he meets, put their heads together to make a plan to save the fishing pole. Not illustrated. Please enjoy a free copy of this book while there are no illustrations.
Alien2 by Ipam Alien2 by Ipam Jan. 18, 2012 Free! 20767 words Read a sample
Alien 1 talks about Earth girl trains for trip to new galaxy. Alien 2, Earth girl lands, accidentially on new planet and survives by her wits and grace...sorta.
The Magnificent Tree by Wendy Brache The Magnificent Tree by Wendy Brache Jan. 16, 2012 $2.99 803 words Sample 20%
Deep in the forest, far off the winding path, was a very special tree. The fairies that lived there wanted their tree to look just like all the others in the forest. They didn't realize just how special their tree was. There was one fairy--the littlest of them all--who knew something the others did not...that their tree was magnificent.
Caterina Cerca La Banda by Luigi Sgambati Caterina Cerca La Banda by Luigi Sgambati Jan. 16, 2012 $0.99 19793 words Sample 15%
Erano tanti anni che la banda non veniva più in paese. Mancava la musica. Ma non la musica come presenza. Le mancava la musica come ricordo, la musica come memoria. Sua nonna la musica la ricordava, sapeva immaginarla, la portava dentro di sé. Lei covava nel suo cuore solo il maestoso silenzio dei monti. Ed è così che Caterina, all’età di cinque anni e sette mesi, partì alla ricerca della banda.
The Witches: An Extraordinary Tale by Gerrard Wlson The Witches: An Extraordinary Tale by Gerrard Wlson Jan. 16, 2012 Free! 2011 words Read a sample
The Witches, a short, scary story by Gerrard T Wilson, the Crazymad Writer - ARRRGH.
De Trap Naar De Nederzee by Tais Teng De Trap Naar De Nederzee by Tais Teng Jan. 16, 2012 $1.49 20453 words Sample 20%
Wanda's lastige broertje is ontvoerd en vervangen door een nog onmogelijker wisselkind. Haar enige hoop is hem terughalen uit Illys. In het Land onder de Aarde jagen muizen op katten. Nederland is daar een eindeloze zee, onder een krijtwitte hemel vol inktzwarte sterren en vliegende walvissen Gelukkig krijgt ze hulp van haar overgrootmoeder Alice Liddell.
Howl (Howl, #1) by Jody Morse & Jayme Morse by Jayme Morse Howl (Howl, #1) by Jody Morse & Jayme Morse by Jayme Morse Jan. 15, 2012 $0.99 62760 words Sample 20%
Fifteen-year-old Samara McKinley is not your average teenager. Unlike her best friend, Emma Taylor, Samara’s life does not revolve around partying and trying to fit in at school. In between playing the peacekeeper for her troubled family and crushing on the cute new boy at school, Samara sets out to stay to true to herself. But that all changes when she is bitten by a wolf.
My House is Too Full by Gloria Lapin My House is Too Full by Gloria Lapin Jan. 15, 2012 $0.99 52 words
This comic, "My House Is Too Full," is a retelling of the popular Yiddish folktale "It Could Always Be Worse." Feeling that his situation is too difficult, the main character seeks the advice of a wise teacher. With a funny turn of events, the man comes to find out that his situation wasn't so bad after all. Written with first grade basic sight words, this story is perfect for beginning readers.
Haley The Witch by Cherry Paws Haley The Witch by Cherry Paws Jan. 15, 2012 Free! 123 words Read a sample
( Children's picture book ) This is a story about a little girl called Haley. She happens to be a witch and she has to go to school just like other kids. However, learning to be a witch is somewhat different to Haley imagined... -Beautiful illustrations -Funny rhyming verses -Great bedtime story!!!
A Little Bird Who Likes to Sing and Dance by Mike Jones A Little Bird Who Likes to Sing and Dance by Mike Jones Jan. 14, 2012 $0.99 1206 words Sample 40%
Children Story. There was a happy little bird who loved to sing and dance and who enjoyed flying and playing with the other birds, it was a joy to watch him. He was a beautiful little bird and everyone that saw him would not fail to be impressed. He was full of life and full of happiness. Unfortunately for the little bird his happiness was taken away from him.
The Theft of the Crown of Bodran by Ross McLeod The Theft of the Crown of Bodran by Ross McLeod Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 34933 words Sample 30%
'The Theft of the Crown of Bodran' Reading age - 8-12 years Estimated word count – 35,000 A magical adventure story featuring the English schoolboy Charlie Braithwaite as, with the friends he made in the adventure 'The Witches of Lewthan Mountain', he once again sets off to the Witch infested Darklands in search of a thief and an elfin king's quite priceless, stolen crown.
Minniwicket the Gnome's Brave Adventure by Heath Gordon Minniwicket the Gnome's Brave Adventure by Heath Gordon Jan. 14, 2012 $0.99 5839 words Sample 20%
Minniwicket as a gnome of simple pleasures; she likes a good mushroom stew, a soft spot of moss and playing with her best friend, a fox named Rosa. One day while gathering mushrooms, Minniwicket is attacked by a troll. To save her home she must go find and kill the troll king with Rosa. It's a path fraught with danger, but it's the only way to save the life she loves.
De Beschermgeest by Tais Teng De Beschermgeest by Tais Teng Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 31691 words Sample 20%
Een eigen beschermgeest. Het lijkt zo handig. Tot je je ineens afvraagt wie de geest nu eigenlijk beschermt. En dat jij dat misschien wel niet bent... Wanneer Frank in een computerspelletje een spreuk vindt die hem belooft al zijn wensen te vervullen, is het maar al te makkelijk op "ok" te klikken. En dan beginnen er rare dingen te gebeuren.
Zebop and the Terrible Gorble by William Shoemaker Zebop and the Terrible Gorble by William Shoemaker Jan. 12, 2012 $2.99 2692 words Sample 20%
Join Zebop on a space adventure that finds him stranded on a planet of fearsome aliens where he discovers things are not quite as they seem or as he could have imagined. Suspenseful, heartwarming and beautifully illustrated, your kids will want to read it again and again.
Alien1 by Ipam Alien1 by Ipam Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 26190 words Read a sample
Earth girl trains using Tele powers of Telepathy, Teleclairoyance, Telemetabolics & Telekinesis as astronant to new planet, new home for Earthlings.
Behind the Frozen Waterfall by Ron Aberdeen Behind the Frozen Waterfall by Ron Aberdeen Jan. 12, 2012 $0.99 8721 words Sample 5%
The spiritual story of a young man’s search for the thirteenth sign of the Zodiac.
Lost in the Clouds by Jason W. Chan Lost in the Clouds by Jason W. Chan Jan. 11, 2012 Free! 3848 words Read a sample
When 10 year-old aviator enthusiast Lucas meets the spunky rain spirit Shayley, a journey of mutual friendship begins that restores Lucas’ faith in himself. Lost in the Clouds is coming-of-age fantasy that will remind you of the magic in life, bring you back to the innocence and wonder of childhood and make you believe in dreams again.
Sirenoteka Fairy Tales by Marija F. Sullivan Sirenoteka Fairy Tales by Marija F. Sullivan Jan. 11, 2012 $5.00 16909 words
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Theodore Pharris Saves the Universe by Rachel Starr Thomson Theodore Pharris Saves the Universe by Rachel Starr Thomson Jan. 11, 2012 $2.99 30256 words Sample 20%
Eight year old Theodore Pharris lived an incredibly boring life until the day he accidentally shot a spaceship out of the sky with his slingshot. Now he’s discovered an alien plot to blow up the universe, and only Theodore, his faithful dogs Balfour and Breck, and a handful of offbeat adult friends can stop it. Being the good guys, they’re almost certain to win. But can they do it in time?
The Big Fat Fly by Mike Jones The Big Fat Fly by Mike Jones Jan. 11, 2012 $0.99 1270 words Sample 40%
Children Story. Once upon a time long long ago there was an old town where people threw their rubbish into the streets and it was the animals that cleaned it up. This town was called Garbage town. The cats were quite smart and they were in charge of all the other animals. The flies weren’t happy so something had to be done.
Edward and Bear by Sonya Chan Edward and Bear by Sonya Chan Jan. 09, 2012 $0.99 3384 words Sample 20%
Does everything happen for a reason? A reason that connect the unexpected links? How far will one go for a true friendship? Can forgiveness enlighten one's soul from wrong-doing to true wisdom? Inspired by a true event, this story embraces you with its characters in their joyful yet tearful journey of friendship and the awakening of conscience. It is an ordinary story with extraordinary messag
A Very Blakely Christmas by Jamie Ott A Very Blakely Christmas by Jamie Ott Jan. 08, 2012 $3.99 2073 words Sample 20%
A child discovers Elves use light beams to travel to and from the North Pole.
Boring Bedtime Stories by Dave Brown Boring Bedtime Stories by Dave Brown Jan. 07, 2012 $2.99 12634 words Sample 20%
Feel tired because you have small children who don't like to go to sleep at night? If so, this book may be the answer you need! Try these heartwarming stories. Sometimes quirky, often silly, and always boring (or at least just mildly exciting), these stories will make your kids think they're successfully stalling off sleep while you lull them into a relaxed and sleepy state. Try them and see!
Duizend Eilanden Ver by Tais Teng Duizend Eilanden Ver by Tais Teng Jan. 07, 2012 $4.99 33329 words Sample 20%
'Woont hier misschien een zekere Stella?' Neil verstijft als hij de naam van zijn moeder hoort. 'Nee, sorry,' liegt hij, 'niemand hier die zo heet.' Neils moeder is een vluchtelinge uit een land zo ver en onbekend dat het op geen enkele aardse kaart staat. Haar oude familie wil haar terug hebben. Tot elke prijs.
Fairy Tales by Monica P Fairy Tales by Monica P Jan. 06, 2012 $1.00 1922 words Sample 15%
A short collection of classic fairy tales on Snow White and Cinderella.
Prinsesse Lila og Prinsen pÃ¥ Den Vrede Hest by Per Holbo Prinsesse Lila og Prinsen pÃ¥ Den Vrede Hest by Per Holbo Jan. 06, 2012 $3.19 2006 words Sample 40%
Prinsesse Lila har det svært. Hun vil gerne giftes med Prinsen, men Den Vrede Hest er der altid og skælder hende ud for alt, hvad hun gør. Heldigvis lærer hun dragen at kende og den hjælper hende med at bekæmpe de dårlige følelser, hun har med sig selv. Bogen er velegnet som højtlæsning for de 3-9årige, men der er også noget for de voksne.
Sagor För Barn by Ratan Lal Basu Sagor För Barn by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 05, 2012 Free! 3576 words Read a sample
En samling sagor för barn
Cuentos Para Niños by Ratan Lal Basu Cuentos Para Niños by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 05, 2012 Free! 4378 words Read a sample
Una colección de cuentos para niños
Histórias Para Crianças by Ratan Lal Basu Histórias Para Crianças by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 05, 2012 Free! 3948 words Read a sample
Uma coleção de histórias para crianças
Storie Per Bambini by Ratan Lal Basu Storie Per Bambini by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 05, 2012 Free! 3988 words Read a sample
Una raccolta di storie per bambini
Sögur Fyrir Börn by Ratan Lal Basu Sögur Fyrir Börn by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 05, 2012 Free! 3579 words Read a sample
Safn af sögum Fyrir Börn
Mädchen und Fee retten das Rotkäppchen by Marion Becker-Richter Mädchen und Fee retten das Rotkäppchen by Marion Becker-Richter Jan. 05, 2012 $3.99 2760 words Sample 30%
Anstatt zu schlafen liest Jenny unter der Bettdecke Märchenbücher. Eines Nachts landet eine Fee in ihrem Zimmer. Gemeinsam ziehen die beiden los, um das Rotkäppchen zu retten.
Faeriefied by De-ann Black Faeriefied by De-ann Black Jan. 04, 2012 $0.99 74778 words Sample 20%
The faeries of Whispering Wood plan to modernise themselves so that people will start believing in them again. They ask a sprite to teach them about new technology, and inadvertently enlist the help of Finlay, an elficologist, along with Mrs Bell who owns the ice cream shop, and her shifty cat. Written with a liberal dash of humor by bestselling author De-ann Black.
Lily Rose and the RosyCheeksTree by Salima Korri Lily Rose and the RosyCheeksTree by Salima Korri Jan. 04, 2012 $1.99 12576 words Sample 25%
A Fairy Book Ages 9-14