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Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 28 ratings#1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings us deeper into the Cosmere universe with a rollicking, riveting tale that will appeal to fans of The Princess Bride... -
![Of Witches and Wind by Shelby Bach]()
Of Witches and Wind by Shelby Bach
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn this second book in a series that Kirkus Reviews calls a “fast-paced combination of middle school realism and fairy-tale fantasy,” it’s up to Rory to save the Ever After School—and deal with her father’s fiancée.After taking part in a successful real-life fairy tale, Rory Landon is now an Ever After School veteran... -
![Of Sorcery and Snow by Shelby Bach]()
Of Sorcery and Snow by Shelby Bach
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRory might be starring in her own fairy tale, but there’s more danger than happily-ever-after in this third book in a series that Kirkus Reviews calls a “fast-paced combination of middle school realism and fairy-tale fantasy.”Life at Ever After School has become familiar for Rory. She’s been on two quests, she’s a great sword fighter, and she has terrific friends... -
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Walt Disney's Peter Pan (A Little Golden Book) by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsPeter Pan and his fairy friend Tinker Bell are back in this vintage Little Golden Book! Featuring gorgeous illustrations from 1952, this children’s classic is a reissue... -
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![Gwinna by Barbara Helen Berger]()
Gwinna by Barbara Helen Berger
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHaving grown a pair of wings and felt the longing for the freedom of the skies, twelve-year-old Gwinna goes to the Mother of the Owls, who sends her on a quest to find the songs of the wind... -
![The Widow's Fate by Jeff Wheeler]()
The Widow's Fate by Jeff Wheeler
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA wise king keeps his friends close and his enemies closer, even if one is his younger brother. When a valuable heiress disappears from Kingfountain in the middle of the night, King Eredur summons the poisoner Ankarette to bring her back alive at all costs. Both of his younger brothers want her—one to control her fortune and the other for love... -
![The Sandman: The Story of Sanderson Mansnoozie by William Joyce]()
The Sandman: The Story of Sanderson Mansnoozie by William Joyce
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe Man in the Moon has a problem.Most nights, he beams down at the children of Earth, providing them with an inextinguishable nightlight that keeps nightmares at bay... -
![The School for Good and Evil: The Ever Never Handbook by Soman Chainani]()
The School for Good and Evil: The Ever Never Handbook by Soman Chainani
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWelcome to the School for Good and Evil! The greatest of heroes and villains have come through our classrooms before they ventured into the Endless Woods to find their stories . . . and now you will join their ranks.Use this handbook as a guide to help you navigate through your years at school... -
![Cinderella by Walt Disney Company, Ron Dias]()
Cinderella by Walt Disney Company, Ron Dias
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe most beloved princess movie of all time—Disney's Cinderella—is retold in the classic Little Golden Book format. It's perfect for Disney Princess fans ages 2-5... -
![The Desert Princess: A Retelling of Aladdin by Melanie Cellier, Esther Wane]()
The Desert Princess: A Retelling of Aladdin by Melanie Cellier, Esther Wane
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCassie knows she was made for more than a life buried away in her uncle’s remote forest estate. Eager to meet the great spymaster, Aurora, she jumps at the chance to travel to her distant kingdom. But meeting Aurora isn’t enough—Cassie wants to prove her worth. So when she’s presented with an opportunity to gather intelligence, she acts... -
![Peter and the Starcatchers: Peter and the Starcatchers / Peter and the Shadow Thieves / Peter and the Secret of Rundoon by Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson]()
Peter and the Starcatchers: Peter and the Starcatchers / Peter and the Shadow Thieves / Peter and the Secret of Rundoon by Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFollow the adventures of Peter, Molly, Tinker Bell, and the Lost Boys in all three Peter Pan prequels: Peter and the Starcatchers, Peter and the Shadow Thieves, and Peter and the Secret of Rundoon. Don't even "think" of starting this trilogy unless you're sitting in a comfortable chair and have lots of time... -
![A Pirate's Dream by Marie Hall]()
A Pirate's Dream by Marie Hall
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Pirate’s DreamNimue, daughter of Hook, is desperate to prove to her parents that she’s just as brave and as much of a pirate as they are. So when she serendipitously spies the hidden isle, she knows what she must do... -
![Voyage of the Basset by James C. Christensen, Renwick St. James]()
Voyage of the Basset by James C. Christensen, Renwick St. James
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratings"Believing is Seeing" In the tradition of such favorite classics as Gulliver's Travels and Journey to the Center of the Earth, Voyage of the Basset takes the reader on a fantastical journey of discovery. Through richly detailed full-color paintings and line drawings, magical kingdoms emerge from a sea of dreams... -
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Cursed by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe evil Rumplestiltskin is planning to cast a curse that will erase Enchantasia as the world knows it, and a fairy prophecy declares that Gilly Cobbler will play a key role. Never one to shy away from adventure, Gilly and her friends embark on an epic, swashbuckling journey to stop Stiltskin from getting the ingredients he needs before it's too late...Categorized as:
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![Outlaws by Jen Calonita]()
Outlaws by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWANTED: ROYAL ACADEMY OUTLAWSThings are not looking great for Princess Devin Nile. In the past 24 hours, she and her four best friends have gotten kicked out of school, banished to the Hollow Woods, and declared as outlaws. (That's what happens when you accuse the Headmistress of Royal Academy of being in league with villains.) But Devin's not about to go down without a fight... -
![Rumpelstiltskin by Paul O. Zelinsky]()
Rumpelstiltskin by Paul O. Zelinsky
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsRichly hued oil paintings complement a story simply and gracefully told."Children...love the story for its mystery, and its familiarity. Adults will find that, like most classic fairy tales, this one rewards periodic rethinking." --New York Times Book Review"Zelinsky's smooth retelling and glowing pictures cast the story in a new and beautiful light...Categorized as:
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![Descendants: Mal's Spell Book by Tina McLeef]()
Descendants: Mal's Spell Book by Tina McLeef
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFor fans of Descendants, this spell book, which formerly belonged to Maleficent before she passed it on to Mal, is full of comments, notes, and inside jokes between Mal and the other villains' kids. Laugh and cry along with Mal, Evie, Jay and Carlos as they find their way in the world of Auradon Prep... -
![The Sandman and the War of Dreams by William Joyce]()
The Sandman and the War of Dreams by William Joyce
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAcademy Award winner William Joyce’s Guardians recruit Sanderson ManSnoozy, the sleepy legend also known as the Sandman, to their cause in this fourth chapter book adventure.When the Man in the Moon brought together the Guardians, he warned them that they would face some terrible evils as they strove to protect the children of earth... -
![Once Upon a Time: A Story Collection by Shannon Hale]()
Once Upon a Time: A Story Collection by Shannon Hale
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsRead these exclusive introductions to all your favorite characters to find out what their lives are like at home! A new chapter is about to begin at Ever After High, and all the students are preparing to start their Legacy Year... -
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Tricked by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThings are changing at Fairy Tale Reform School.At least, that's what Gilly's heard through the Enchantasia rumor mill. Word is, notorious trickster Rumpelstiltskin has taken over management from Headmistress Flora, and he's locked down the school tighter than the Pied Piper's pants. Not that this news concerns Gilly... -
![Artemis the Loyal by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Artemis the Loyal by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsIt's time for the annual Olympic Games, and the four goddessgirls are not happy! It's boys only--and the girls at MOA are not pleased. Led by Artemis, Athena, Persphone and Aphrodite, the ladies of Mount Olympus hatch a plan to get Zeus to open up the games to everyone... -
![Dream On by Sarah Mlynowski]()
Dream On by Sarah Mlynowski
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsGood night, sleep tight, don't let the magic mirror bite....It was supposed to be the best sleepover ever. Just me, my best friend, Robin, and an awesome night of s'mores, secrets, and staying up late. No pesky little brothers allowed. And DEFINITELY no magic mirrors.Everything was perfect.. -
![Beauty of Rosemead by Lucy Tempest]()
Beauty of Rosemead by Lucy Tempest
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBeauty and the Beast reimagined like never before! Full of magic, adventure and heart-aching romance, this fantastical finale to BEAST OF ROSEMEAD is for fans who loved A Court of Thorns and Roses! A WILTING ROSE. A TREACHEROUS QUEST. AND A FATEFUL LEGACY. She's done reading about heroes. Now she needs to become one herself... -
![Abby in Oz (Whatever After Special Edition #2) by Sarah Mlynowski]()
Abby in Oz (Whatever After Special Edition #2) by Sarah Mlynowski
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAbby's not in Smithville anymore!When Abby -- plus her three best friends -- land in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, they are ready to follow the Yellow Brick Road to find their way back home. But they'll have to acquire some brains, heart, and courage along the way to avoid the Wicked Witch of the West . . -
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![Unseen Beauty: a beauty and the beast retelling by Amity Thompson]()
Unseen Beauty: a beauty and the beast retelling by Amity Thompson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCompelled by magic to bring Beauty to the Beast, can she end the enchantment without breaking her heart? Fairy-cursed to invisibility, sixteen-year-old parlor maid Claudette craves recognition. Sick of cleaning the same unused rooms in the Beast’s castle, she’s had enough of playing by the rules... -
![Elodie of the Sea by Shari L. Tapscott]()
Elodie of the Sea by Shari L. Tapscott
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe's a king who gave up on love. She's a girl with no memory. An entire ocean is keeping them apart. Eight years have passed since the marriage tournament that decided the fate of Princess Pippa of Lauramore and strengthened alliances between the kingdoms of Elden. The competitors have moved on with their lives. Some have found adventure; some have found love... -
![Princess of Mermaids by A.G. Marshall]()
Princess of Mermaids by A.G. Marshall
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA mermaid without a home. A king without a queen. Can two unlikely souls bridge the gap between worlds?Under the sea lives Fiora, the child of a human and a mermaid. Despite her best efforts, she has never found a place to belong. Worse, the other mermaids have accused her of waking a kraken with dark magic and threatened to silence her.Permanently... -
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The Navigator by Erin Michelle Sky, Steven Brown
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNOT EVERY ADVENTURE GOES AS PLANNED … Wendy’s troubles are far from over. Hook wants her in irons, the crew wants to throw her overboard, and Pan’s magical compass is the only thing standing in their way. But Pan himself is nowhere to be found.When a new everlost captain appears on the horizon, it will take everything Wendy has to survive... -
![Shadow by Kara Swanson]()
Shadow by Kara Swanson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsPeter Pan has crash-landed back on Neverland. But this is not the island he remembers.Desperate to rescue Claire and the fractured Lost Boys, Peter must unravel what truly tore his dreamland apart. But with each step, he is haunted by more of his own broken memories. Not even Pan himself is what he seems... -
![The Mystery Princess: A Retelling of Cinderella by Melanie Cellier]()
The Mystery Princess: A Retelling of Cinderella by Melanie Cellier
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDaria has spent her whole life caring for others. So when she's rescued by traveling merchants while fleeing for her life, she's more than happy to work for them in return for her safety.But danger follows her, as does Prince Percy. Daria thought she'd left the complications of balls and royalty behind her, but she can't hide as a servant forever--not when whole kingdoms are in peril... -
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Prince of Cahraman by Lucy Tempest
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsONE WEEK. FIVE CONTESTANTS. ONE PRINCE. A DEVASTATING DECISION.Before, she avoided elimination. Now, she must win.Chosen as one of the Final Five in the Bride Search, Ada has one last chance to find the golden lamp and save her family. Yet with Cyrus no longer her partner-in-crime, but her target, her plans unravel, tearing her between duty and desire... -
![Queen of Cahraman by Lucy Tempest]()
Queen of Cahraman by Lucy Tempest
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsONE QUEEN. A CAPTIVE KINGDOM. A GAMBLE FOR SALVATION. In a corrupted Cahraman, Ada is back on the streets, struggling to save her friends and the kingdom from the fallout of her devastating mistake. But it all seems impossible when her enemy is all-powerful and Cyrus no longer trusts her. Her plan to steal back the lamp flings them on a treacherous quest for salvation... -
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Baba Yaga and Vasilisa the Brave by Marianna Mayer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSweet, lovely Vasilisa lives with her jealous stepmother and stepsisters on the edge of a dark forest inhabited by the evil witch Baba Yaga. One night the stepmother sends Vasilisa to visit Baba Yaga, an errand from which the gentle girl has little chance of returning alive. "An engaging text and accomplished paintings set this version apart....A stylized and classy offering... -
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Seas by Colleen Oakes
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWendy Darling: Seas finds Wendy and Michael aboard the dreaded Sudden Night, a dangerous behemoth sailed by the infamous Captain Hook and his bloodthirsty crew. In this exotic world of mermaids, spies, and pirate feuds, Wendy finds herself struggling to keep her family above the waves... -
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![The Little Red Fort by Brenda Maier, Sonia Sanchez]()
The Little Red Fort by Brenda Maier, Sonia Sanchez
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year* "The Little Red Hen gets an appealing girl-power update...Young makers of all genders will be inspired." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred reviewRuby's mind is always full of ideas.One day, she finds some old boards and decides to build something... -
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Switched by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe fourth installment in the beloved Fairy Tale Reform School series where the teachers are (former) villainsReform or relapse? Things at Fairy Tale Reform School are great. Rumpelstiltskin has been ousted, and everyone is buzzing about the fact that Beauty and Prince Sebastian (aka the Beast) have joined the teaching staff... -
![Misfits by Jen Calonita]()
Misfits by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn the magical fairytale kingdom of Enchantasia, becoming a legendary Prince or Princess doesn't happen overnight. Enter Royal Academy, the training ground for the fairytale leaders of tomorrow! But reluctant future princess and new student Devin has some reservations about RA, especially when it comes to its headmistress...Categorized as:
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![Sleeping Beauty by K.M. Shea]()
Sleeping Beauty by K.M. Shea
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBriar Rose, a clever peasant girl, feels only pity for the mysterious Princess Rosalinda–the hidden princess who was cursed to prick her finger on a spindle and fall asleep until true love’s kiss awakens her. But her pity turns into horror when Briar learns she is the secret princess, and Isaia, her childhood friend, is really a Magic Knight sworn to protect her... -
![Princess Before Dawn by E.D. Baker]()
Princess Before Dawn by E.D. Baker
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPrincess Annie's beloved kingdom is threatened to be overtaken in the seventh book in the Wide-Awake Princess series.Annie's beloved home Treecrest has become a favorite destination for all sorts of magical beings. One new set of guests are particularly strange, and they are ready to take over a new hunting ground. Annie and Liam turn to their only friends who can help, Francis and Zoe... -
![Iron Tide Rising by Carrie Ryan, John Parke Davis]()
Iron Tide Rising by Carrie Ryan, John Parke Davis
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMagical worlds and incredible creatures fill the pages of this epic, action-packed finale of the Map to Everywhere series, from John Parke Davis and New York Times bestselling author Carrie Ryan!Intrepid travelers Fin and Marrill have shared countless thrilling and treacherous adventures on the magical waters of the Pirate Stream... -
![Pearl of Magic: A Little Mermaid Romance by Emily Deady]()
Pearl of Magic: A Little Mermaid Romance by Emily Deady
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLife in captivity is horrible.But pretending to be a prisoner is worse. Aizel is a Majis and, against her will, a spy. She is supposed to be uncovering secrets for a cruel king, but spends most of her time listening to the haughty, self-absorbed musings of her captor, Prince Erich... -
![Cassie Comes Through by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Cassie Comes Through by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStarf! The day Cassie has been dreading since she first arrived at Starling Academy is here. She has been chosen to make the journey to Wishworld for the next Wish Mission. Lady Stella, the headmistress, assures her she's going to do a starmendous job. Cassie is so sensitive and perceptive she'll be a natural! But her mission is even harder than she feared.Everything just seems all wrong... -
![Piper's Perfect Dream by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Piper's Perfect Dream by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMysterious things continue to happen on Starland every day as the girls wait to see who will go on the next Wish Mission. Piper has a dream that she will be the one and indeed she is. Piper has a lot to learn when she finds herself working at a diner. Confident that she's identified her Wisher's wish, Piper enjoys her time on Wishworld... -
![Tigerlilja by Erin Michelle Sky, Steven Brown]()
Tigerlilja by Erin Michelle Sky, Steven Brown
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe origin of Peter Pan and Tigerlilja, a companion novella to the Tales of the Wendy series.One, cursed by accident. The other, cursed by destiny. But losing everything isn’t always the end. Sometimes, it’s just the beginning... -
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![Beast of Rosemead by Lucy Tempest]()
Beast of Rosemead by Lucy Tempest
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFor fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses, comes the highly anticipated new installment in the #1 bestselling Fairytales of Folkshore series! A BOOKISH BEAUTY. A BEASTLY PRINCE. A DEADLY CURSE. Bonnie Fairborn’s wish to escape her small-town life for one of adventure is granted in the worst way when she’s flung along with her family into the unknown... -
![Snow White Lucks Out by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Snow White Lucks Out by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSnow White might be jinxed -- but at least she has the other grimmtastic girls to count on!Once upon a time, in faraway Grimmlandia. . .No matter how many lucky charms she wears, Snow White can't catch a break. She's especially worried that her stepmom, Ms. Wicked, is a member of the E.V.I.L. Society. Snow and her friends Red, Cinda, and Rapunzel are trying to stop E.V.I.L... -
![Peter in Blueberry Land by Elsa Beskow]()
Peter in Blueberry Land by Elsa Beskow
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPeter is looking for blueberries for his mother's birthday but he can't find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a strange and magical adventure begins.This is one of Elsa Beskow's best-known and best-loved books... -
![An Inconvenient Princess by Melanie Cellier]()
An Inconvenient Princess by Melanie Cellier
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPenny knows all about expectation. After all, she’s a seventh child and they’re always blessed, especially in a fairy-favored family like Penny’s. But Penny also knows all about disappointment. Because there’s nothing magical about her at all. She’s perfectly ordinary, even outshone by her own twin, Anneliese... -
![The Door Before by N.D. Wilson]()
The Door Before by N.D. Wilson
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDiscover fascinating new worlds and reluctant heroes worth cheering for in the prequel to the bestselling and highly acclaimed 100 Cupboards series!Whether If you ve read "100 Cupboards" and can t wait to learn where the cupboards came from or whether you are new to the series, The Door Before delivers an action-packed fantasy where friendships are forged, dark forces are challenged, and the... -
![Thief of Cahraman by Lucy Tempest]()
Thief of Cahraman by Lucy Tempest
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Selection meets Aladdin ONE MONTH. FIFTY CONTESTANTS. ONE PRINCE. AN IMPOSSIBLE HEIST. You have been summoned to Sunstone Palace to compete in our search for the future Queen of Cahraman. After years on the run, Adelaide thinks her lonely and dangerous life as a thief is finally over...
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