Este autor se sumergió en el mundo de la literatura desde temprana edad y nunca lo ha abandonado. Su escritura abarca una amplia gama de lectores, desde niños pequeños hasta adolescentes, y a menudo entrelaza magia antigua y oscura con la vida cotidiana. Una obra destacada, una colección completa de mitos griegos para niños, fue preseleccionada para un prestigioso premio. Este autor es célebre por su fantasía lírica que cautiva a lectores de todas las edades.
Demon, el oficial mozo de cuadra de los dioses, se enfrenta a su mayor desafío hasta ahora. Demon tiene la tarea de curar a una bestia que padece una enfermedad bastante embarazosa, y pronto los establos se llenan de un hedor tan intenso que las otras criaturas se ven abrumadas por los vapores que emanan del trasero del dragón ventoso.
Demon siempre ha confiado en su botiquín mágico a la hora de curar a las bestias enfermas del Monte Olimpo, pero Quirón, su nuevo maestro de curación, insiste en que Demon dé con las curas por su cuenta. Demon pondrá a prueba sus nuevas habilidades intentando curar a un fénix enfermo... o muriendo chamuscado en el intento. Incluye un bestiario mítico al final, además de un dramatis personae de los dioses olímpicos.
Atticus the Storyteller is determined to take part in the great storytelling festival near Troy. He leaves his family and sets off on a journey round Greece with his donkey and wherever he goes he tells his favourite myths to anyone who'll listen.
In a thrilling crossover of mythology, characters from Greek and Norse pantheons collide in an epic adventure. The narrative weaves together the distinct traits and powers of these legendary deities, creating a unique tapestry of conflict and camaraderie. As ancient rivalries and alliances are tested, readers are taken on a journey filled with gods, beasts, and the exploration of what it means to be divine in a world where mythologies intertwine.
The narrative follows Demon, tasked by Odin to embark on a quest to save Goldbristle, the radiant boar of the gods, whose light is fading. As he journeys through the frigid landscapes of the North, readers are drawn into a world where mythological elements intertwine with adventure. The story promises a blend of excitement and discovery, enhanced by engaging illustrations that bring the characters and settings to life.
A compilation of the first three books in the mythical adventure story of Pandemonius, the half-god son of Pan, as he looks after the stables of the gods, faces his arch-nemesis, and descends into the underworld
In this illustrated chapter book, Demon, the official Beast Keeper of Mount Olympus, faces a pressing challenge: healing a herd of sick unicorns before time runs out. The story promises adventure and urgency as readers follow Demon's quest to save these magical creatures, showcasing themes of responsibility and the bond between humans and mythical beings.
Demon, official beastkeeper to the gods, is transported to the stables under the sea in Poseidon's watery kingdom.
Having proven himself capable of caring for the mythical creatures that dwell on Olympus, eleven-year-old Demon is summoned by the great god Hades to the Underworld to tend to Cerberus, the three-headed dog Guardian of the Underworld, which has been beaten by Demon's nemesis, Heracles. Demon is summoned by the great Hades to the Underworld. His most-hated hero, Heracles, has just returned Cerberus, the three-headed dog Guardian of the Underworld, to his god master, but something is wrong with the beast, and only Demon can help. Book #2
A fun picture book about the power of imagination from an award-winning female author and pioneer of children’s literature in the Arab world.Just imagine all the things you can do with a green piece of cloth. Will you turn it into the sail of a pirate ship or into a small tent? Just imagine. Will you turn it into a beautiful butterfly that will fly from one flower to another or into a super heroine that will protect everybody from evil? Just imagine…Raya and Samar just imagine and have great fun playing with a green piece of cloth. This delightful picture book from the Middle East celebrates the imagination and creativity of children.
A story about facing your fears and accepting differences, inspired by Arabic folk tales. The villagers are afraid of the “Ghoul.” For years, they’ve tiptoed around the village for fear of disturbing it. The monster doesn’t look like them, and it is believed to eat humans. One day, the brave Hassan embarks on a dangerous mission to face the long-feared Ghoul. When Hassan finally meets the Ghoul living on top of the mountain, he discovers that the Ghoul is just as terrified of people as they are of him. Hassan and the Ghoul realize that they can still be friends, despite their differences. A beautifully illustrated story that can be used as a springboard to discuss how we perceive those who are different and how our fears and prejudices may be built on false assumptions.
Eleven-year-old Demon had never met his father, the god Pan, until the day he was whisked away to the stables of Olympus and charged with looking after all of the mythical creatures there, a task which is complicated by the tempestuous gods and goddesses and Heracles, who keeps killing the immortal beasts
Her precious mother is dead - and it isn't an accident! The young Cleopatra - Pharaoh's illegitimate daughter - must flee the royal palace at Alexandria or die too. As her evil half-sisters usurp the throne, Cleo finds sanctuary at the sacred temple of Isis, where years later she becomes initiated into the secret Sisters of the Living Knot. But now Isis's power is failing, Egypt is in danger, and Cleo must prove her loyalty to her goddess by returning to the Alexandria she hates. She must seek out the hidden map which is the key to returning Isis's power - on pain of death. But will she be able to evade her horrible sisters? And will she find dreamy Khai, the über-hot Librarian boy she met as she fled Alexandria years before? Cleo's powerful destiny is about to unfold... Gorgeous and evocative, this captivating new YA novel imagines the life of the teenage Cleopatra before she became the icon we think we know.
In this installment of the BEASTS OF OLYMPUS series, Artemis faces a crisis involving a unicorn, showcasing her role as the goddess of the hunt. The story intertwines Greek mythology with adventurous challenges, highlighting themes of bravery and responsibility as characters navigate the complexities of mythical creatures and their dilemmas. Expect a blend of humor and action as they tackle this unexpected unicorn emergency.
