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In a thrilling follow-up to Tasting Light, ten bestselling and award-winning masters of the form use the possible—and the premise of hope—to explore how science and technology can reshape our world and defy assumptions.

In the heart of the ancient Oakwood Forest, where the trees whispered forgotten secrets and the winds carried the scent of old magic, lived a humble chipmunk named Veril. Veril was known for little more than his quiet life gathering acorns and watching fireflies, Veril was content to remain unnoticed by the wider world. But fate has a way of finding even the most unlikely of heroes.

Welcome to the rugged and whispering shores of Maine, where the Atlantic's breath frosts the pine-clad edges of a world both wild and serene. Here, where the horizon kisses the sea, begins the tale of Bert, a seagull whose wings were touched by the spray of adventure and whose heart beat in rhythm with the lapping tides. Bert was no ordinary bird. Born atop the craggy cliffs of Milbridge, his life was a mosaic of oceanic wonders—a living tapestry of blues and greens that stretched as far as his keen eyes could see.

For generations, people have gathered around campfires to tell tales of adventure, mystery, and wonder. These stories have been passed down through the ages, each one carrying with it the wisdom and wonder of those who have come before.

This Splash Read collection includes eight historical fiction short stories about S.T.E.M. pioneers. The stories are "Mary Jackson Builds a Wind Tunnel", "Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Crushes Smallpox", "Caroline and William Herschel Explore the Stars", "George Dantzig and the Unsolvable Problem", "Albert Einstein Teaches Himself Math", "Neil Armstrong and Popsicle Sticks", "Arthur Fry Invents Post-It Notes", and "Notch Learns to Code".

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have Christmas everyday? Well, one little girl did and it did not turn out as she expected…

The Big Book of Christmas: Classic Stories and Poems is a grand compilation that assembles a treasure trove of holiday tales and poems from a remarkable array of authors. This extensive collection includes 100 classic works, each thoughtfully illustrated, to immerse readers in the magic and wonder of the Christmas season. This anthology spans a rich tapestry of Christmas literature, including timeless favorites such as "The Gift of the Magi," "The Red Room," "A Letter from Santa Claus," "The Fir Tree," "Song of the Holly," and many more.

Once upon a time, there lived a farmer in a small village. He had three sons named Gregor, Marcos, and Cylus. Gregor and Marcos were very good merchants while Cylus was a lazy and foolish person, according to everyone in his family. While Gregor and Marcos used to go out for business, Cylus used to stay at home, most of the time sleeping in a warm bed.

Grab yourself a hot chocolate and get cosy for a collection of wintery Christmas stories that will have your little ones dreaming of Santa Claus and his reindeers.

Grab yourselves a hot chocolate, a warm blanket and settle down to a collection of entertaining Christmas Stories that will get your little ones in the spirit of Christmas. Each of these traditional tales are the perfect length for listening at quiet time, bedtime and the classroom.

Step into the enchanting world of "The Poky Horse: Adventures in the Meadow," where every hoofbeat brings new adventures and heartwarming lessons. Join Pebbles, the lovable poky horse, as she explores the vibrant meadow, encountering friends, facing challenges, and discovering the true magic of friendship along the way.

When Abbie waved good-bye to her father, she did not know that a storm was going to change everything. Her father was gone. Her mother was sick. The waters from the ocean were rising. How would Abbie keep everything together?