The Princess Bride

Based on the life of an Iranian princess this is “a fine historical novel, a story of intrigue and action…its scheming and parricide rival A Game of Thrones…and may remind you of Mary Renault’s stunni

For excitement-hungry orphan Ivo, a mission to save Princess Mirella from the dreaded Ogre of Oglefort is a dream come true. Together with a hag, a wizard, and a troll, Ivo sets out, ready for adventu

It’s Christmas Eve and the princess bunnies are getting ready to put on a special ballet. Each bunny finds a special present left just for her, and readers can join in the excitement by opening each p

NOW UPDATED to include material on the Discworld books up to Raising Steam. Most of us grow up having always known to touch wood or cross our fingers, and what happens when a princess kisses a frog

Can you keep a secret? Do you want to know what it's like to sleep in a royal palace? Or what princesses do at sleepovers? This title presents Princess Isabella's letters to her friend, Lucy, where, s

A holiday in paradise they'll never forget... Where do you go to solve all your problems?Where would you go if you were a pop princess fed up with the fame you never desired? Where would you choose

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

When a Hag, an orphan boy called Ivo, Ulf the troll and wizard Brian Brainsweller are sent to rescue a princess from an ogre, they briefly consider running away and hiding. Can they be any match for t

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

In a stand-alone series set in the world of Muirwood, eighteen-year-old Maia is the exiled princess of Comoros and heir to the throne. As a result of her father’s ceaseless need for authority, she was

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a girl from the Hime Clan may take this position

A Disney Junior Little Golden Book tale starring 8-year-old princess Sofia finds her working to adapt to her new royal life and host a fancy tea party with the help of royal fairy friends Flora, Fauna

Elen is a princess of the kingdom of Ymbria. Her greatest wish is to become a rider of worldrunners: the magical horses that are the only safe way to travel the roads through the worlds of Faerie. Now

Reads R to L (Japanese Style) T audience. In a mythical world where humans and gods coexist, a ceremony marking the new governing princess is about to occur for the first time in 60 years. Only a gir

Elen is a princess of the kingdom of Ymbria. Her greatest wish is to become a rider of worldrunners: the magical horses that are the only safe way to travel the roads through the worlds of Faerie. Now

Vampire princess Alexia Feodorovna has been undead for 125 years, so it's been a while since any man has made her pulse race. Until Declan Black. One look at his bronzed body and a fire like no other

A Moorish prince and a beautiful princess...a magic horse and a dusty rug...a dove, an owl and a parrot. Inspired by the wise, witty language of birds, a poetic young man journeys over the high mounta

A Greek honeymoon to awaken desire... Jude would be lying if he said he hasn't imagined the passion he might share with innocent Tansy-his bride of pure convenience. But he hasn'

In the Kingdom of Nothing, there really is nothing at all. No toys, no television, no phones, and no bikes. So how is it that the Queen, the King, the Princess, and the Prince who live there are such

Not even in her wildest imaginings did Kumari ever think she'd become a princess. But having fallen for Ben—or rather Prince Benedict, sixth in line to the throne—it might be an all to

Join Jade as the Princess Pirates start to master their super hero powers and use them to rescue the people and animals who live in a clockwork city. Their friendship will be put to the test as they b

When a princess is told she must leave her spacious, luxurious palace to live in a tiny cottage, she thinks it's the end of the world. And the people she turns to for help just make things worse! As t

When Princess Zena is told she must leave her spacious, luxurious palace to live in a tiny hut, she thinks it's the end of the world. And the wise old man she asks for help just seem to be make it wor

A Vintage Crime/Black Lizard Anniversary Edition of The Chill by Ross Macdonald. Featuring an introduction by James Ellroy. A distraught young man hires private investigator Lew Archer to track down his runaway bride. But no sooner has he found Dolly Kincaid than Archer finds himself entangled in two murders: one twenty years old, the other so recent that the blood is still wet. What ensues is a detective novel of nerve-racking suspense, desperately believable characters, and one of the most intricate plots ever spun by an American crime writer.

A thrilling and incredibly sexy new romantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling author Elizabeth May.A princess and a war-weary god met in the ashes of a broken city, forging a pact in blood and sacrifice.Now, centuries of fragile peace are on the brink of collapse . . .Bryony Devaliant was born to die—again and again. In Vartena, royal blood is the currency of peace, with every monarch sacrificed and resurrected to appease the gods. But when rebellion stirs, the god-king sends his deadliest weapon to restore order: an immortal assassin known only as the Wolf.Evander has perfected the art of killing over centuries—until his latest target becomes the one person he cannot destroy. When forbidden desire burns between the assassin and the sacrificial princess, their connection threatens the fragile boundary between gods and mortals. And when that boundary shatters, empires crumble. Because when gods fall in love with mortals, mortals are always the ones to break.Inspired by Beauty and t

**《從前有個提姆》——平民少年的荒唐騎士夢** 這次，全新封面設計！紐約時報暢銷作家 **Stuart Gibbs** 以幽默筆觸，打造爆笑又驚險的 **《從前有個提姆》** 系列。 提姆只是個平凡的農家少年，但他夢想成為騎士，擺脫平庸的命運。當鄰國公主被邪惡的 **Stinx** 擄走，王子 **Ruprecht** 招募騎士出征，這是提姆一生難得的機會！儘管他不會騎馬，手上最厲害的武器是水桶，他還是毅然踏上征途，希望能實現騎士夢。 這是一場結合 **奇幻冒險、幽默對白與騎士傳說** 的搞笑旅程，適合所有熱愛爆笑冒險的讀者！ **專業推薦** **「喜愛《The Princess Bride 公主新娘》與《史瑞克》風格的讀者會愛上這本書！」** ——《紐約時報書評》 **「輕鬆有趣，顛覆傳統騎士故事！」** ——《Kirkus》 **「幽默十足，充滿奇妙插圖，是孩子們的完美讀物。」** ——《學校圖書館期刊》 適合喜愛《間諜學校》系列與幽默奇幻冒險故事的讀者，**快來加入提姆的荒唐騎士之旅！**Now with a reimagined look! The first four books in the New York Times bestselling, highly illustrated, and laugh-out-loud funny Once Upon a Tim series by Spy School author Stuart Gibbs are now available together in a paperback boxed set! Once upon a time there was a peasant named Tim. Yes, you read that right. This is the story of a peasant. But Tim dreams of being much more than a lowly farmer. Even if that means taking treacherous journeys filled with menacing beasts, dastardly mazes, dea

The latest entry in the multiple New York Times best-selling Ring of Fire series created by Eric FlintThe emperor is dead; long live the emperors! The assassinated Shah Jahan lies entombed beside his beloved wife in the Taj Mahal, while their progeny drag the Mughal Empire into a three-sided struggle over the succession to the Peacock Throne.The diplomatic and trade mission from the United States of Europe is openly siding with Princess Jahanara and her brother Dara Shikoh. The mission, made up largely of Americans transplanted in time by the Ring of Fire, is providing the siblings with technical assistance as they prepare to fight their rivals for the throne, Aurangzeb and Shah Shuja. Meanwhile, the Afghan adventurer Salim Gadh Yilmaz, confidant of two emperors―Shah Jahan and now his son Dara Shikoh―has been elevated to the position of general. He has great challenges to face, not the least of which is resisting the fierce and forbidden mutual attraction between himself and Princess J

It takes strength to live as your true self, and one alien princess disguised as a human boy is about to test her power. A vibrant story about gender identity, romance, and shining as bright as the stars.Taylor Barzelay has the perfect life. Good looks, good grades, a starting position on the basketball team, a loving family, even an adorable corgi. Every day in Taylor’s life is perfect. And every day is torture. Taylor is actually the Galaxy Crowned, an alien princess from the planet Cyandii, and one of the few survivors of an intergalactic war. For six long, painful years, Taylor has accepted her duty to remain in hiding as a boy on Earth. That all changes when Taylor meets Metropolis girl Katherine “call me Kat” Silverberg, whose confidence is electrifying. Suddenly, Taylor no longer wants to hide, even if exposing her true identity could attract her greatest enemies. From the charming and brilliant mind behind the popular podcast The Voice of Free Planet X, Jadzia Axelrod, and with

A simple tale with an upbeat ending, bursting with brilliant color and sparkle, from an award-winning artistThe little flower king is lonely. Perhaps his garden full of colorful tulips will cheer him up. But he longs for a princess to enjoy it with him. Where can she be? Kveta Pacovska’s uniquely vibrant illustrations weave a magical spell in this sweet picture book for young readers.

Marie Antoinette has always fascinated readers worldwide. Yet perhaps no one knew her better than one of her closest confidantes, Marie Therese, the Princess de Lamballe. The Princess became superinte

The great Norse sagas, full of adventures, magic, and heroic deeds--Yggdrasill the World Tree, Odin's wanderings, Thor's hammer, the death of Baldur, Freya the bride, the vision of Ragnarok--these are

Soon to be a major motion picture, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin and starring Jessica Chastain, Idris Elba, Kevin Costner, and Michael Cera—the true story of "Hollywood’s poker princess" who ga

**唯有生存，才能登上王座！** 身為唯一沒有魔法的公主，Revna 被視為家族恥辱。當至親陷入危險，她決心闖入 **血戰試煉**——一場兄弟姊妹間的生死競爭。然而，被敵國最強戰將 **「地獄使者」** 擄走後，她發現自己竟成了奪權陰謀的關鍵…… A heart-pounding romantasy following a rebellious princess who must compete to the death against her siblings for the crown, while fighting her feelings for her country's most powerful enemy. Perfect for fans of Lightlark.'Raw, compelling, and darkly beautiful' Thea Guanzon, New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars'A fun, propulsive debut that will have readers clamoring for the sequel' Allison Saft, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of A Dark and Drowning TideA heart-pounding romantasy following a rebellious princess who must compete to the death against her siblings for the crown, while fighting her feelings for her country's most powerful enemy. Perfect for fans of Lightlark.Revna is no stranger to struggle. As the only member of the royal family without a magical ability, she is seen as a blight on her bloodline.

Andre Roussimoff is known as both the lovable giant in The Princess Bride and a heroic pro-wrestling figure. He was a normal guy who'd been dealt an extraordinary hand in life. At his peak, he weighed

The delightful new romantic series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Cream Tea novels and The Secret Christmas Bookshop. 'Gorgeous...' Woman 'One of our favourite women's fiction stars' Heat'A warm and wonderful read' Woman's Own'Cressida's characters are wonderful!' Sarah Morgan___________________________________ Is a new beginning waiting for her this Christmas? When Imogen leaves her fianc?at the altar and escapes to her grandmother's cottage by the sea, the only thing she wants to do is disappear.But in a village curious about their new arrival, Imogen finds hiding out harder than expected, especially with the charming local baker Dexter around to distract her.As secrets unravel and the festive season draws near, Imogen wonders if she's been running from the wrongs things all along.Will the runaway bride find her happy ever after under the mistletoe?___________________________________ *Readers LOVE Cressida McLaughlin* 'Cressida never fails to deliver...beautifully wri

Before he became known as "The Last Mountain Man," Smoke Jensen and his bride Sally were hardworking ranchers on the Colorado frontier, when times were hard, tensions were high, and guns were the law...JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. BULLET BY BULLET. For Smoke and Sally Jensen, the Sugarloaf Ranch is a glorious stretch of untamed land near the Colorado-Kansas border, the perfect place to stake their claim, raise some cattle, and start a new family. But when a man claiming to be an army colonel arrives in Big Rock--with a well-armed militia--the Jensens' dream becomes a living nightmare. Colonel Lamar Talbot claims there's a war looming with the Cheyenne Indians. And only he can save them from a bloody massacre--by launching a bloody counterattack... Smoke and Sally aren't sure they trust him. They suspect the colonel and his men are nothing more than brutal vigilantes with a hidden agenda of their own. But the Cheyenne war parties are a very real threat. The tribe's charismatic leader, Black Drum,

YOU MAY NOW KIDNAP THE BRIDE Beautiful, blushing bride-to-be Casey Summerville was all set to say, ?I do!” after ?Till death do you part.” She never expected her groom to die before the vows, gunned