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A girl who must kill a kraken to save her people. A ruined civilization seeking a new and unknown shore. A boy investigating a mysterious sighting at an aquarium. A mermaid determined to rob a sea dragon’s hoard.

A disguised princess. A murder most malicious. A dragon condemned to death. Desperate to escape a forced marriage, seventeen-year-old Princess Alba disguises herself to join the all-male Dragon Mage Academy. Her plans go wrong when a dragon accused of murder forms a telepathic link: the deepest possible bond between dragon and rider. And it can only mean one thing: If the dragon is executed, Alba will die. With her fate intertwined with that of the condemned dragon, Alba must prove its innocence to save both their lives.

Alba and Fyrian face another challenge — all the dragon eggs vanish from a magically secured incubator, leading the dragons of Mount Fornax to revolt. With the already country on the brink of civil war, an outbreak of furious dragons will leave it vulnerable to King Magnar’s army of invaders. Alba and Fyrian suspect the devious warlord of ordering the theft, but they cannot act without evidence. They have twelve hours to retrieve the eggs, or the dragons will break through the wards of Mount Fornax and burn the country to ashes.

Whether you're a seasoned herbalist or just starting your journey, Herbalism—Powerful Lost Remedies is your ultimate guide to harnessing the power of nature for your health and well-being. Explore the rich history of herbalism, from ancient Egyptian and Chinese practices to Native American remedies, and learn how these traditions continue to benefit us today. With step-by-step guides, you'll not only learn how to identify, grow, and harvest your own medicinal herbs but also how to create potent remedies right at home.

Whether it’s a full plate or a heavy heart, don’t let whatever you’re walking through today keep you from tasting God's goodness. You were created to be nourished daily by the sweet and satisfying love of God. Cambria Joy invites you to savor bite-size portions of Scripture and come to know God's heart to feed your hungry soul. From Genesis through Revelation, you will see he longs to shape us so that we delight in Him alone— because only He will satisfy.

Gloam Hollow is a quaint little town of magical creatures---witches, vampires, dread monsters, werewolves, faeries, and even trolls. But when a murder disrupts her small-town life as a witch, Blair Wardwell does what she does best: she meddles. Join Blair and her mystical friends in the Gloam Hollow Series as they solve cases and embark upon cozy adventures in bakeries, book clubs, and bubble baths.

Herbal Remedies for Beginners is your gateway to unlocking the incredible healing powers of holistic antibiotics, natural medicine, and forgotten herbalism. Whether you’re completely new to herbal remedies or have a growing curiosity about their benefits, this book is designed to guide you step by step through the fascinating world of plant-based healing.

Elevate your fitness routine, nurture your body, and cultivate inner harmony with "Wall Pilates for Women: 28-Day Fitness Challenge for Beginners to Advanced." Embrace the power of Pilates and unlock a healthier, more vibrant you.

In a world where the divine bloodlines of ancient Gods still linger, the Fates—Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos—have summoned the heirs of Olympus to face a brutal reckoning. Sickened by their decadence and failures, the Fates decree a tournament, a web of trials designed to strip away power and pretense. But these trials are no mere tests of strength—they are labyrinths of deceit and torment, forcing the descendants to confront their deepest fears and darkest truths.

To see the kapros is to see death. At least, that's what Gran says. But Tam doesn't fear the gigantic wild boars that roam the forest floor. High in the treetop village of Aviary, Tam has one dream: to become a legendary Pathfinder and protect the village from the ravenous kapros. To become a Pathfinder, Tam must take a dangerous test that often ends in bloodshed. Forbidden from training with the others by her overprotective father, Tam must practice for the test behind his back.

A teenage girl’s disappearance leads a washed-up investigative reporter, Brie Cardone, to a small town across the Hudson, where she stumbles upon a human trafficking ring luring young girls with promises of freedom and witchcraft. When police chalk the case up as a runaway, Brie solicits the help of NYC Detective Clare Amatto. Following a trail of spells and visions to the leader of a Caribbean Witch Order, they land in hot and humid Cuba, a place Clare, the daughter of exiled Cuban parents, has feared for her entire life.

Princess Poppy doesn’t feel very royal, and she certainly doesn’t feel ready to marry. But when her father decides that a marriage to a foreign duke would benefit their small kingdom, Poppy obeys. Stepping into an unknown world full of hidden dangers, Poppy must navigate betrayals she never anticipated and discover the inherent royalty and strength within her own heart. A retelling of The Goose Girl.

Clever and pithy children's classics turned upside-down, WINK is a true delight. Evelyn Skye, New York Times bestselling author of Damsel. Fifteen young adult contemporary fantasy and science fiction tales that wink at classic works of children's literature.

October 8, 2017 sparked the Tubbs Fire: the most destructive California wildfire at that time. Entire communities were burned to the ground, and scores of people lost their lives. It was also the evening Armando and Carmen Berriz, Cuban immigrants, stayed at a friend's house in the Santa Rosa hills of northern California. While they slept, the Tubbs Fire advanced toward them. Armando and Carmen, in a frantic attempt to escape the flames, would spend seven hours sheltering in a swimming pool while the mountain burned around them.