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You are cordially invited to the spookiest night of the year... if you dare to knock. Sammy thinks he is ready for Halloween. He has his shiny silver knight costume, his trusty walkie-talkie, and a plan to get the most candy in the neighborhood. But when a mysterious envelope smelling of burnt cinnamon slides under his door written in invisible ink. Sammy realizes this won't be a normal night of trick-or-treating. Along with his friends, a logical Steampunk Scientist and a very clumsy Giant Broccoli, Sammy must brave the winding path to the old Miller Mansion on the hill.

"The Last Glimmer of Magic," incorporating your new character names: Book Description In the land of Aethel, magic is packing its bags. The colors are fading, the rivers have forgotten how to sing, and the world is turning a dull, boring grey. Only a girl named Evelyn seems to notice. And Evelyn has a secret: a tiny, stubborn spark of magic that lives in her palm, the very last glimmer in a world growing cold. When she finds a mysterious starlight map in her grandmother's whispering attic, Evelyn is set on a desperate quest.

In the quiet village, legends ride the wind—tales of a magnificent dragon dwelling atop the mysterious village. For most, it's just a story told by the fireside. But for a curious young girl named Marissa, it's a call to adventure she can't ignore. When Marissa discovers a strange, whispering map in her grandmother’s dusty attic, a playful dare from her best friend, Leo, sets her on an impossible quest. Armed with courage and the humming map, she journeys into a world of magic and peril.

Join Godzilla, a gentle giant with emerald scales and a heart as vast as the forest itself, as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and friendship. From the depths of loneliness to the heights of joy, each story in this collection is a testament to the power of kindness, courage, and the bonds that unite us all. Follow along as Godzilla encounters a wounded bird in need of a friend, braves towering mountains and rushing rivers, and discovers the beauty of diversity and acceptance in the creatures he meets along the way.

Eve has always called the Crystal Forest her home—a magical world where trees have quartz bark, the rivers sing with tumbling gems, and the moss glows with a gentle light. But a strange sadness is falling over the land. A formless, creeping shadow is consuming the forest’s sparkle, leaving behind a cold, colorless silence. When Eve discovers a tiny, warm crystal shard humming with forgotten energy, she is set on a perilous quest. Guided by a loyal firefly named Flicker, she must journey through echoing caverns and across chattering chasms to find the Heart of the Forest.

Dive into a world of enchantment with "The Mermaid and the Silver Dolphin," a captivating children’s storybook that takes young listeners on an extraordinary underwater adventure. Follow Marina, a curious and kind-hearted mermaid, as she embarks on a quest filled with wonder and mystery after discovering a shimmering silver necklace nestled among the coral reefs.

Ten-year-old Colby thought he knew every secret of the Grand Museum of Antiquities... until the day the hieroglyphs started whispering. What begins as a normal museum visit with his best friend, Anya, and the kindly Professor Finch turns into a thrilling adventure when a magical falcon feather reveals a hidden message on an ancient scroll. Pulled into a quest for Horus, the falcon god of the pharaohs, Colby and Anya must solve a series of magical puzzles.

The X-Treme Explorers "The Quest for the Sparkle-Stone" Get ready to dive deep, climb high, and giggle a lot with the world's youngest, most daring adventurers! Meet Leo the Map-Master and Mia the Gadget-Genius, along with their loyal, fluffy pup, Pip. They aren't just playing in the backyard, they are the X-Treme Explorers, and their newest mission is their most important yet! When a shimmering, secret map tumbles out of the attic, Leo and Mia discover that the magical Sparkle-Stone, the jewel that powers all the color, music, and fun of their town’s famous Giggle-Fest has gone missing!

Deep in the sand of Coral Cove, an ancient secret has been waiting. When Josh and his best friend, Maya, unearth a barnacle-encrusted wooden box, they discover more than just an old relic, they find a cryptic, faded map that holds the key to a legend whispered for centuries: the vanished hoard of Captain Red-Heart, the bravest pirate queen to ever sail the seven seas. But this isn't a treasure of simple gold. It's protected by clever traps, guarded by a grumpy lighthouse keeper, and hidden in places only a true adventurer could find.

What happens when the world’s sparkle decides to take a vacation? For Dave, every day is a masterpiece. He loves the fiery RED of his stop sign, the bright YELLOW of the happy sun, and the deep BLUE of the ocean. His best friend, Mark the playful puppy, is just as colorful! But one very grey morning, Dave wakes up and everything is... gone. His sunny sky is dull. His favorite strawberries look like grey pebbles. The world has turned into a giant, boring, black-and-white photograph! The Colors, tired of being taken for granted, have packed their bags and run away!

Jasper the squirrel is always ready for an adventure, especially when it’s with his best friends: Luna, a wise-beyond-her-years owl, and Barnaby, a clumsy (and constantly hungry) bear cub. Their latest discovery is the perfect secret spot: a steamy, colorful geyser basin, humming with a strange, warm energy. They can't wait to explore the bubbling mud pots, see the shimmering turquoise pools, smell the strange, rotten-egg scent of sulfur, and feel the warm, vibrating ground beneath their paws.

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the skies in "The Sky Pirates Kids Stories Book," a captivating tale that whisks young listeners away on a journey filled with mystery, excitement, and wonder. Follow the courageous young adventurer Lily as she stumbles upon a majestic airship hovering over the bustling town of Windmere. Drawn by curiosity and a thirst for adventure, she sneaks aboard and finds herself swept up in the daring quest of Captain Amelia and her spirited crew.

Finnian is a brand-new Journeyman Mapmaker, and he's ready for his first grand adventure. He has a new backpack, sharp pencils, and sturdy boots. There's just one tiny problem... After a fizzy, sputtering accident in a potion shop, Finn is stuck with a Fumble, a tiny, chaotic, and very clumsy Jinx. Suddenly, Finn’s luck takes a tumble. His boots magically swap to the wrong feet and rope bridges bounce him like a trampoline. Even his most precious maps fold themselves into origami swans! To stop the magical mischief, Finn must find the mysterious Wise Woman of Wobbly Creek.

Eva has always loved the sea, but only from a distance. From her clifftop home, she dreams of its deep blue secrets, but she has always been too afraid to swim in its powerful waves. Everything changes when she discovers a hidden path down to the magical Shell Cove. There, she meets Silver-Fin, a brave dolphin with a flashing scar and a language made of clicks and joyful leaps. Their new friendship pulls Eva into the water and shows her a world she only dreamed of.

Twelve-year-old Lora has always believed the sea holds secrets. But when she finds a mysterious bottle washed ashore, she discovers a secret bigger than she ever imagined: a riddle written in starlight ink, leading to an island that doesn't exist on any map. This is the Isle of Echoing Oaths, a magical land powered by ancient promises. But the island's magic is fading. The whispers of its vows are growing faint, and a shadow of forgotten promises threatens to silence its vibrant heart forever.

Arlo isn't just new to Sunnybrook Elementary—he’s new to the entire century! Created in a secret lab, he is the clone of the legendary King Arthur, made to bring a little old-school courage to the modern world. He thinks his biggest challenge will be figuring out cafeteria food, but that all changes when he effortlessly pulls a rusty sword from a concrete block in the schoolyard, a feat no one else could manage. Suddenly, Arlo is on a quest from Merlin himself (who now sends cryptic emails full of emojis) to assemble a new Knights of the Round Table.

Recess isn't just for playing. For Bailey (Agent Red Rover) and her partner, Oscar (Code Name: Sandbox), it's for spying.

Barnaby Bear is officially done with Tuesdays. He’s done with the staring crowds, the lukewarm pond water, and the same old sticky honey cake. He craves the crunch of forest leaves and the thrill of the unknown. But a 500-pound bear can’t just walk out the front gate or can he? Under the cover of darkness (and with the help of a very boring Tuesday), Barnaby assembles the ultimate crew for the most daring heist in animal history.

Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the enchanting world of "The Black Sheep: Tales from Starlight Hollow." This whimsical children's book invites listeners into a magical village where the mysterious black sheep named Midnight leads a group of adventurous children on extraordinary nighttime escapades.

First, the ruby-red berries turned a rusty brown. Then, the sky faded from brilliant blue to a weary, endless grey. In the world of Lyra, the light, color, and laughter are disappearing, replaced by a creeping, hopeless gloom. For a young girl named Gloria, this fading world is becoming all she knows. But everything changes when she captures a single, pulsing spark of brilliant blue light—a living piece of Lyra’s fading magic. Now, guided by a map woven from starlight and a compass that follows the song of a moonpetal, Gloria must embark on a perilous quest to the dreaded Sunken Spire.