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Thrown from Mount Olympus as a newborn and caught by Thetis and Eurynome, who raised him on the island of Lemnos, Hephaistos had an aptitude for creating beautiful objects from a very young age. Despite his rejection from Olympus, he swallowed his anger and spent his days perfecting his craft. His exquisitely forged gifts and weapons earned him back his seat in the heavens, but he was not treated as an equal―his brothers and sisters looked down at him for his lame leg, and even his own wife, Aphrodite, was disloyal. In this installment of the bestselling Olympians graphic novel series, witness Hephaistos’ wrath as he creates a plan that’ll win him the respect he deserves.

Now Brando looked at people with assurance, and with what can only be called a pitying expression, as though he dwelt in spheres of enlightenment where they, to his regret, did not. This mesmerizing p

When Green Lantern recites his oath, he promises to do his best. He practices self-control and uses his power ring only when necessary. He is diligent and perseveres in his fight against villains like

"As a boy, Arthur knows nothing about his real family. One day his foster father and brother attend a tournament, and his brother sends Arthur to fetch his sword. Arthur sees a sword in a stone. He do

Little Louie is stuck in bed with a bad cold. His nose is clogged, his ears are crackling, and his brain feels full. All he wants is his mom to take care of him, but whenever he calls out for her, his

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With a lot of searching and a lot of luck, Kaz has found his dog Cosmo, his little brother Little John, his grandmom, and his grandpops. But what about his parents? Or his big brother Finn? Will he ev

Pete the Cat has woken up grumpy today! Nothing seems to be going his way. But maybe some groovy magic sunglasses can help...

At the age of forty-six General Simon Bolivar, who drove the Spanish from his lands and became the Liberator of South America, takes himself into exile. He makes a final journey down the Magdalene Riv

The complete story of Mandela's life, from his rural childhood to his time with the ANC, his fight against apartheid, his time undercover as 'the Black Pimpernel', the 27 years he spent in prison and

Featuring a bonus pop-out coin bank, an introduction to the value of saving money finds the intrepid little monkey diligently saving his funds for a shiny red train at the toy store and considering ha

Felix O'Finnegan has been an inventor ever since he was a small child. His ideas were getting bigger and bigger, but all of the grown ups kept saying, "No!" Felix continued to dream, invent, and build

Continuing his quest to uncover his mother's fate, Fire Lord Zuko, his sister Azula, and his friends enter the Forgetful Valley, a mysterious forest from which some people never emerge.

Oxford Reading Tree: Trad Tales: Level 8 (Age 7 - 7½)How Anansi Got His Stories is a tale of a familiar character from many African and Caribbean tales. Anansi the trickster wants everyone to listen t

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Everything is over for Simon Axler. One of the leading American stage actors of his generation, now in his sixties, he has lost his magic, his talent and his assurance. When he goes on stage he feels

Tired of following the strict rules of their grumpy replacement principal, second-grader A.J. and his classmates try to find a way to bring back eccentric but lovable Principal Klutz, who was fired fo

Written at the late iconic Hollywood star's request and with the cooperation of his closest friends and associates, an intimate portrait draws on interviews, letters, family scrapbooks, and other pers

Lincoln is in a jam when his basketball team at his new school--where the students are rich and mostly white--faces his old team from the barrio on the boards. How can he play his best against his fri

Michael Jordan. The mere mention of the name conjures up visions of basketball played at its absolute best. But as a child, Michael almost gave up on his hoop dreams, all because he feared he'd never

Elephants are gray. Pigs are pink. Only the chameleon has no color of his own. He is purple like the heather, yellow like a lemon, even black and orange striped like a tiger! Then one day a chameleon has an idea to remain one color forever by staying on the greenest leaf he can find. But in the autumn, the leaf changes from green to yellow to red . . . and so does the chameleon. When another chameleon suggests they travel together, he learns that companionship is more important than having a color of his own. No matter where he goes with his new friend, they will always be alike.

Popular among both adults and children, 'The Story of the Little Mole' follows the quest of a mole as he tries to find out who "did their business" on his head. "Quite simply the funniest book you are

In the National Book Award longlist book This Side of Wild, Newbery Honor–winning author Gary Paulsen shares surprising true stories about his relationship with animals, highlighting their compassion,

A musical prodigy and his mother spend years searching for each other in this beautiful novel of hope, perseverance, and love.A SWEEPING NOVEL FROM JENNA BUSH HAGER’S NEW VENTURE, THOUSAND VOICES.“An immersive journey amid the sights and sounds of urban China as a migrant mother and son follow a seemingly impossible dream inspired by their love of music—and their devotion to each other . . . Keep something handy to dry your eyes.”—Charmaine Wilkerson, New York Times bestselling author of Black CakeSong is a nobody—just a food delivery worker from a village in Northeastern China—but her son, River, is a little wonder.At the age of four, he toddled to a piano and tapped out his favorite song. At eight, he mastered Liszt's three Liebestraume; at ten, he blazed through the complete set of Chopin's études. And at every step, through the valleys of loss, illness, and poverty, Song is there to light his way—until finally, at the age of eleven, River is invited to study with a preeminent teach

A passion. A hatred. A jealousy. A murder.Cory has been following her for months. The longer this goes on, the deeper his obsession grows. Experience has taught him that catching this girl won't be simple. She is too smart, too cunning, and too slippery for an ordinary plan to work. He'll have to be methodical, to slowly gain her trust. Becoming a part of her life will require him to lie, to deceive, and to make promises he can't keep. Cory thinks he knows what he's doing. He thinks he's in control, but it's not until he has blood on his hands that he realizes he has gone too far.

Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game!When Ari, Jez and Zeke visit the army base with Zeke's dad, they find themselves in Professor Gilford's laboratory once again. But when a certain sneaky rat activates one of the inventions, the gang ends up in an unexpected location... the rat's own cage! Now Ari and his friends are shrunk, scared, and trapped! Can they find a way out and survive the rat attack?

An official Minecraft manga adventure! Peaceful life in a perfectly constructed town bores ten-year-old Nico into mischief. Riding creepers while they explode is fun and all, but what he really wants is to escape the blocky confines of his home and take his crafting skills on an adventure to the end of the world. Just how big is the world, anyway, and what could possibly stand in his way? Nico has traveled all over the world of Minecraft! After leaving his humble village, he's made it all the way to the depths of the Nether. Along the way, he's met chicken jockeys, architects, adventurers, mobs, villains, and thieves, and created all types of crafts. Following in his father Icco's footsteps has led Nico to new heights, and all kinds of adventures lie ahead.

Can Vera the bird (with a little help from Grandad) prove that EVERYONE can be great artist?Grandad has a new pet bird and - wow! - that bird can DRAW. His granddaughter loves to draw too, but her art just can't compare. Can that talented bird find a way to convince her that we're all great artists in our own way, and that the most important thing is doing what makes us happy?Children will fall in love with adorable Grandad, his passionate and creative granddaughter and the cute and enigmatic pet bird Vera in this hilarious story.Very funny and touching story about creativity and not comparing yourself to others.Helps children celebrate their own unique talents and shows the importance of doing what we love.Opens up discussions about how friendship and collaboration can make your favourite activities even more fun!Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

Discover how Lionel Messi defied the odds and became the G.O.A.T. in this inspiring story teeming with excitement, emotion and Messi facts galore!How did a small, shy, football-obsessed child with a serious medical condition become a goal-scoring, record-breaking, once-in-a-generation sensation?For everyone who loves football, dreams big, and is inspired by heroes who triumph against the odds, Messi's Magic delivers a thrilling, deeply emotional story. Filled with action-packed pictures and never-before-seen detail, this book spotlights Lionel 'Leo' Messi's early years and shows how, even when facing loss, loneliness and setbacks, he never gave up on his goal.Leo's resilience and big-heartedness on the journey to become the G.O.A.T. are as inspiring as his dazzling style of play. This humble hero has ignited passion in millions and sparked the movement: Messi Mania!Enriched with statistics, career highlights, a timeline, and fun facts, Messi's Magic is a gift to football fans of all ag

Bill is bored. Not just a bit bored but really really bored. His owner Mrs Pickle is never bored. She's always busy reading, gardening, cooking or doing kung fu. But Bill finds it all very dull. Until one windy day, everything changes . . .Full of bold, wacky humour and animated illustrations, Liz Pichon takes us along a space adventure that pulls Bill out of his snooze-fest against all odds! A laugh-out-loud celebration of imagination and silliness, and a reminder that excitement can be found in the most ordinary of places.Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back, Rob Biddulph's Blown Away, or Liz's very own bestselling Tom Gates series, this story is bound to make you think twice before ever moaning to your friends or parents, 'I'm bored'!

Fish Do Not Have Feet is the latest offering from I Can Read Comics, an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. Critically acclaimed TJ Miller's humor shines in this story about a Fish who is determined to try out everything with his newfound feet, much to the dismay of his friend Octopus.This Level 1 I Can Read Comic is: Perfect for Shared Reading: Simple words, clear pictures, and easy-to-follow panels help children learn how pictures and text work together to tell a story.WELL-RESPECTED CREATOR: TJ's previous titles have received accolades from folks in the industry, including starred reviews from School Library Journal and Publishers Weekly.SWEET, VIBRANT ART: Fish's shenanigans trying to convince Octopus of the joys of having feet are brought to life in Tim's signature style.EXPERT-VETTED: The I Can Read Comics program was made in consultation with educators and librarians.SOCIAL-

This is the story of Blue, a T-Rex who navigates the life of being an investment banker. Blue adapts to the customs, lingo, and schedule of his workplace culture, offering humorous insights into the struggles of fitting in and changing. As time goes on, Blue finds that he misses the jungle he came from and his dinosaur friends, and questions the tedious cycle of meetings, overtimes, and early mornings, sparking a reflection on the true meaning of his dreams.This T-Rex’s story is meant to represent the sharp reality many young adults find when they actually achieve their dreams. Whether that is a dream career, college, or relationship, the magic of the dream is often not as it seems. This is not to discourage people from pursuing their dreams, but to show that dreams bend, change, and shift over time. ◎代理經銷：白象文化更多精彩內容請見http://www.pressstore.com.tw/freereading/9786263648654.pdf

A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2026 BY THE NEW YORK TIMES TODAY SHEREADS WOMAN’S WORLD PARADE THE NERD DAILY HER CAMPUS BOOKPAGEWhen your life flashes before your eyes, where would you stop?No one can change the past, but the Midnight Train can take you there.The chance to re-live the moments that meant most.To see what kind of person you really were.For Wilbur his best days were with Maggie, the love of his life. On his honeymoon in Venice.Before he gave it all away.He wishes he could go back and live differently. But to do so risks everything . . .A magical, time-travelling love story, from the world of The Midnight Library.

★Matt Haig用最溫柔的筆觸，接住每一個破碎的靈魂。★這不僅是主角威爾伯的故事，更是每一個曾感到「後悔」的人的共鳴。★2026 年全球最受矚目的文學盛事，預測年度最佳小說大作之一。威爾伯在人生最後一刻，遇見了一列不該存在的火車。這列火車不通往遠方，而是通往「過去」。他回到了與摯愛瑪姬新婚的威尼斯，回到了他親手毀掉幸福的前一刻。火車帶給他改寫命運的機會，但也給了他最殘酷的抉擇：為了救回愛人，你願意冒險讓現在的一切消失嗎？When your life flashes before your eyes, what will matter most?For Wilbur it was his time with Maggie, the love of his life. Their honeymoon in Venice. Before he threw it all away.Years later, on the brink of his own death, a train arrives. It can take Wilbur back in time. To relive his most important moments. Soon he realises just how much he would have changed.An adventure through time, The Midnight Train is a story of love and second chances, from the world of The Midnight Library.

A hilarious picture book about an endearing little crank who thinks the museum is absolutely awful . . . or is it actually awesome? Art can be a lot of things--wondrous, inspiring, transformative . . . but mostly it's boring! And visiting an art museum? Double boring! Come along with a curmudgeonly young boy--who's more interested in finger painting his cat than "admiring art"--as he's begrudgingly taken to the local museum by his well-meaning mother. Seriously, what's so great about scribbles and squares and dots? OK, sure, that portrait made of cubes is kind of cool. And those sculptures made of clay are pretty awesome . . . Gasp! Maybe he does like art after all?! Well, would that be so awful? Witty and informative (but never boring!), author Cassi McCreight and Xindi Yan, illustrator of the New York Times-bestselling Busy Betty series, have paired up to create a laugh-out-loud romp all about art appreciation. With nods to famous artists and art movements on every page, and back mat

A fantasy graphic novel for independent readers about being yourself (even if you're told you're "too much") and finding joy in the darkest of places.Hupo is on a mission to restore dreams and wonder to his home once again, before the Wallower destroys everything this story is about... Hupo and the Aletha love to amble through the bustling streets of their city, talking to shopkeepers and recounting tales of their favourite adventurer, the Great Humdingo — much to the annoyance of everyone around them. But when mysterious, zombifying mists creep into town and the Aletha is captured by a sinister force in the mountains, Hupo’s on a mission to set everything to rights… But can he hold onto who he is when everything around him seems so terrible? Creator Billy Partridge whisks us into his magical tale with whimsical artwork and a story about imagination, adventure, and having the courage to be yourself – even if you have a big personality.

An artist's life, a pact with the devil, a novel about the dangerous illusions of the silver screen.An artist's life, a pact with the devil, a novel about the dangerous illusions of the silver screen.New Statesman Fiction Book of the Year 2025A Times Literary Supplement Book of the Year 2025A New York Times Notable Book of 2025A Telegraph Book of the Year 2025A Guardian Translated Book of the Year 2025An Observer Book of the Year 2025'Supple, horrifying and mordantly droll' New York Times'Nothing short of brilliant' Wall Street Journal'A subtle, often darkly funny novel about the relationship between art and power' Sunday Times'A dazzling performance and a real page turner' Salman RushdieFrom 'one of the brightest, most pleasure-giving writers at work today' (Jeffrey Eugenides), a visionary tale inspired by the life of the 20th century film director G.W. Pabst, who left Europe for Hollywood to resist the Nazis and then returned to his homeland with his wife and young son and began maki

Mole's friends don't think much of his mound until a storm destroys their own homes, and they realise that the best treasures are often right beneath their feet!A brilliantly funny picture book showcasing the importance of humility and the value of empathy. Mole is on a mission to build an extraordinary shelter for him and his friends. But Bird, Beaver and Bee don't see what the fuss is about - who would want to spend time in a muddy, mouldy mound when they could be enjoying Bird's impressive nest, Beaver's incredible lodge or Bee's intricate hive?

First book in the doodle-packed diary series – now with a fresh new look and exclusive bonus content."Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid fans need look no further than this laugh-out-loud offering" – Mail on Sunday"You must read these books" – Jamie Smart, bestselling author of Bunny vs MonkeyI am the god of tricksters. Well, I was until last Tuesday. Now I’m an eleven-year-old boy...Loki the mighty trickster god has been banished by Odin to live on Earth as an eleven-year-old school boy. Forbidden from revealing his AWESOME godly powers, Loki must do enough good deeds to earn his place back. As he records the truth in his magical (judgemental) diary, it seems like Loki might be a lost cause...BONUS CONTENT: Loki-style "facts" about his fellow Norse gods and a short story from Thor.There’s a whole world of Loki to read:A Bad God’s Guide to Being GoodA Bad God’s Guide to Taking the BlameA Bad God’s Guide to Ruling the WorldA Bad God’s Guide to Making EnemiesA Bad God’s Guide to Causing ChaosAlso i