Available for the first time, a free sampler of the riveting opening chapters from all five of Rick Riordan’s New York Times mega-best-selling series: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: THE LIGHTNING THIEF, The Heroes of Olympus: THE LOST HERO, The Kane Chronicles: THE RED PYRAMID, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: THE SWORD OF SUMMER, and The Trials of Apollo: THE HIDDEN ORACLE. Start reading now and get hooked on these thrilling quest stories inspired by Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Norse mythologies, told as only Rick Riordan, dubbed “storyteller of the gods,” can tell them. Read more

Ever wonder what life is like in Minecraft? Read Legends and Heroes to find out! The Blacksmith and The Apprentice: Issue 1 The ancient art of blacksmithing is a thing of beauty. A lot of hard work goes into the process. It’s very complicated, really. Stoking the flames to many small, contained fires—making lumps of metal into differently shaped items of metal—hitting said lumps of metal with hammers to turn them into different weapons. You can shape metals into whatever item you want. Okay, it might not be a very interesting job, but apprenticing with the best blacksmith in the kingdom is a huge opportunity. Blacksmiths make the tools everyone needs to get about in their day-to-day lives. It’s a very prestigious and impressive position, although this honor is lost when the position is held by Dane, a youthful boy who dreams of greater adventure! Luckily, Dane has a skilled master to reign in his daydreaming. Viegar has quite an interesting past. From his years on the Royal Guard to his close relationship with the previous king, he’s quite a friend to have on your side. There is one other apprentice, Snip, who is much more passionate about his duties than Dane. Between the three of them, they churn out powerful weapons and protective armor, usually with no thanks to Dane. Of course, no cast of characters would be complete without the big man in charge—in this case, a king. By almost anyone’s account, he’s a good and fair ruler, but there is no one in power without enemies. Though Viegar and his workers only want to help their wonderful king, there are still plenty who wish to do him harm. But Dane can only imagine such things. It’s not as if he’d ever be in the position to really make any sort of difference or be in any place of power. Right? And though his apprenticeship is mundane and boring, the young man gets a few moments of excitement. Every once in a while, his master Viegar lets him venture out past the village to visit the caravan, where he can trade and buy supplies. It’s the most excitement Dane ever gets in his line of work. Sometimes, he gets to meet interesting people. Sometimes, he hears interesting things. And maybe, just maybe, he sometimes hears of a new opportunity for himself. But who would want to give up such a life as an esteemed apprentice? But of course, destiny and desire are not always what you expect . . . Secrets await! Solve the puzzle, uncover secrets! Read more

~ Fall in love with the beauty and danger of the enchanted Darkwood, from USA Today bestseller Anthea Sharp ~ Prince Kentry of Raine knows that if only he can capture the magical White Hart, the creature will grant his heart’s desire. Entering the depths of the Darkwood, he chases his quarry down… only to become lost in a mystical forest, where he must fight for his life at the side of a moon-haired maiden who may hold the answer to his dreams. Heart of the Forest is a novella set in the world of the Darkwood – rich with fairy tales, Dark Elves, and the enchanted forest that watches over all. Discover more magic with the Darkwood Trilogy. Read more

Thanksgiving ahoy! Set sail with Captain Grace and her rowdy band of Gravy Pirates as they try to save their Thanksgiving holiday from becoming dried-out and boring. Will Grace continue her grandmother’s legacy and save the most special day of the year? Or will the forces of dryness prevail? Find out in this new HEINZ holiday classic! Read more

“Dear Mum,We have just moved into our new home, although there’s nothing ‘new’ about it. The whole place stinks of mouldy mushrooms, and is falling to bits. There’s no electricity, so I’m having to write this by candlelight. And even worse, I’ve got to share a room with HIM.” Old and crumbling it might be, but the derelict cottage contains an amazing secret: and ancient magic power that enables Bryony and her hated stepbrother Edwin to make their wishes come true. But the children discover there are some things even magic cannot fix; and when their plans to rid themselves of each other go wrong, Bryony and Edwin must work together to save Wychetts, and the world, from the clutches of the evil Shadow Clan… Read more

‘Twas the night before Christmas Eve and something spooky prowled through the forest… Strange, scary rumors are flying about the tiny, snowy town below the mountains. Some say a tiger sprang loose from a circus train and roams the snowy meadows. Some say it stalks in the wintry forests. Some say it’s a monster.  But feisty Maisie Crompton knows that can’t be true. Such things never happen in their sleepy alpine village. Or do they? For soon, Maisie finds herself crossing the path of a spine-chilling legend. The Yule Cat; a fearsome mythical beast collecting snacks for his winter feast. And should Maisie fail in the cat-and-mouse hunt that follows, she might well become the next morsel on his menu… From the author of Krampus and The Thief of Christmas, The Yule Cat is a short Christmas story brimming with magic, trolls, spooky mythology, and fun and festive chills for readers of all ages

True or false quiz book all about amazing animals that’ll keep you guessing to the end for fans of National Geographic Kids Weird but True books. Here’s the challenge – can you sort the facts from the fibs: The closest living relative to the T-Rex is a chicken Some worms can jump An armadillo’s armour is bulletproof A bat can eat up to 1,000 insects per hour Hippos can run faster than humans Inside this wild and wacky book, you’ll discover 50 amazing animal facts. Some will sound stupid, some will seem obvious, and some may even sound familiar. But you’ve got to think long and hard to work out which are real and which are complete nonsense. That’s right, some are the TRUTH and others are POOP! Kids will get hooked, parents will be baffled, teachers will go cross-eyed, and grandparents will lose their false teeth. This is the perfect gift for inquisitive children that will widen their knowledge and keep them entertained and amazed for HOURS!

Secrets lurk deep in the Georgia swamps, as Elijah Hatton will soon realize. Born in another realm, the young man lost everything; family, kingdom, even his true name. But his enemies made one mistake. They didn’t kill Eli. Finally armed with the truth, he sets out on a path to reclaim his stolen birthright, with righteous determination and loaded six-guns. Not to mention the flaming sword which once guarded Eden — and moonshine transformed into a holy, healing sacrament. But will it all be enough? For those who murdered his kin are keenly aware of the Prophecies and sense the return of an ancient, sacred magic, which marks the dawn of a long-awaited age. The Time of Reckoning. Thus the showdown begins. They’re tracking down Eli, while he’s gunning for them. With the fate of the multiverse caught in the crossfire. Elijah Hatton: Elven Prince by birth, Southern by the grace of God! Published by Fiction Worth Reading: Faith-filled Fantasy & Sanctified Sci-Fi — Where Spiritual Truth meets Speculative Fiction. The Sword & Spirit Trilogy: Book 1 – Renegade RealmsBook 2 – Outlaw OracleBook 3 – Sword Slinger Publisher’s note: A coming of age tale where magical realms and blood betrayals collide with a modern backwoods Georgia.

1645. Naseby, England. Baroness De Meaux lives a comfortable life and is content with where she fits into the hierarchy of society. She was groomed for the story she’s telling but several things set her apart from everyone around her. When her mother passes away suddenly, the visions she hides from the world—the ones that show her the future—force their way to the surface. And when she’s faced with the impossible, it leaves her questioning just how far apart her two contradicting worlds really are from another. Can Margaret make peace with her past and what she assumes is her imagination? Or will she give into the myths from her childhood to shape the future? Through it all, Margaret knows one truth is universal: trust is hard-won and easily broken when you don’t know who’s on your side.

Twenty-Seven Thrilling Tales from Amazing Fantasy Authors! Whether they are unwitting, plucky, or just plain epic, heroes capture the imagination and rescue us from everyday life. With stories set in fantastic, magical realms, gritty urban landscapes, and fairytale kingdoms, our heroes stand fast as defenders of good. Struggling against evil governments, wicked demi-gods, wrathful nature, supernatural con-men, and their own insecurities, each must find the strength to triumph and the will to persevere.  In the second anthology from the Fellowship of Fantasy, twenty-three authors explore the theme of heroes, covering genres ranging from steampunk and fairytale to urban and Arthurian. These are the heroes you’ve been waiting for.  Enjoy Heroes: A Fellowship of Fantasy Anthology and join the adventures!