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Travel Like a Local Cape Town, South Africa by Author Michele Olieslager offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit this beautiful country.

Return to the Enchanted Forest—where new magical creatures and hidden wonders are waiting to be discovered. Deep within the forest, beyond glowing meadows and ancient trees, extraordinary creatures live among sparkling streams and secret woodland paths. In this enchanting collection of magical tales, young listeners will meet a whole new group of guardians who help keep the forest alive with wonder.

Most voices carry sorrow. This one sang of joy... and nobody understood. When Spenser follows a haunting wail into the old cemetery at the edge of Maple Hollow, she discovers something unexpected—a banshee named Keening who's been exiled by her own kind. Her crime? Instead of predicting death like a "proper" banshee, her wails announce approaching joy. Convinced she's cursed and defective, Keening has spent years hiding in shame. But with the help of Spenser, Pop Pop, and Kiki, she discovers that sometimes the most valuable gifts are the ones that don't fit traditional expectations.

Right now, a secretive group of technologists and mystics are growing the Nexus—an invite-only cognitive enhancement system that genuinely delivers clarity, connection, and purpose to its members. It will end in a chaotic mass-casualty event witnessed by millions on live television—and set in motion what may be humanity’s final transformation. What follows is a future history spanning thirty-five years, narrated by a man who watched from the edges as networked minds outgrew the individuals who hosted them.

Caleb is sure there are monsters, giants, and dragons lurking in his room ... but could it all be something a little squeakier? Join Caleb and his patient mom in this bedtime adventure full of strange sounds, wild imaginations, and one very noisy bed. A charming story about facing nighttime fears and finding comfort in unexpected places.

In The Sun: Exploring the Star That Powers Our Solar System, young listeners will take an exciting journey into the heart of our nearest star. This engaging children's science book explains how the Sun produces enormous energy through nuclear fusion, what causes solar flares and sunspots, and how the Sun influences Earth and the entire solar system. With clear explanations and vibrant illustrations, children will explore the structure of the Sun—from its blazing core to its glowing outer corona—and discover the powerful forces that shape space around us.

When a soft golden sunrise touches the meadow, a curious little bunny with a crown of blossoms begins to notice something wonderful. The garden is waking up. Roots stretch beneath the soil. Crocuses push through the earth. Ducklings paddle across a sparkling pond, lambs leap in the grass, and cherry blossom petals drift through the air.

What happens when the Easter Bunny decides to “improve” Easter? Spoiler alert: it’s a very bad idea. When the Easter Bunny tries faster egg launchers, rainbow paint machines, and even roller skates, his quiet backyard quickly turns into a colorful, muddy, laugh-out-loud disaster. Eggs fly. Paint splashes. Chicks giggle. And nothing goes according to plan.

The Easter Bunny wakes up ready for the perfect Easter—only to discover that today is becoming a very bad day indeed. Eggs crack, paint spills, baskets tumble, and three mischievous little chicks turn one small mistake into a very messy adventure.

Even on Our Hardest Days is a tender, heartfelt book written from a mother’s voice—one that understands the beauty, exhaustion, joy, and quiet strength woven through everyday motherhood.

Prepare to Have Your Mind Blown: The Ultimate Collection of 750 Fascinating Facts for Curious Minds. Did you know wombats poop in cubes? That the Moon smells like gunpowder? That ancient Romans used urine as mouthwash? Or about the green children who mysteriously appeared in 13th-century England? Most fact books are disappointing — written for toddlers or just dry lists without context. You read a fact and forget it. Fascinating Facts About Everything is different. It is a deep-dive into the weirdest, wildest true stories from the universe.

When Easter Morning Bloomed is a gentle and heartwarming Christian book that invites children into the beauty, hope, and joy of Easter.

Journey Through the Amazon: A Wildlife Adventure invites young explorers on an unforgettable voyage into the heart of the world's largest and most diverse rainforest. Throughout this educational children's book, listeners embark on a journey across the Amazon's sprawling ecosystem, from the dense canopy filled with chattering monkeys and colorful birds to the mysterious forest floor home to jaguars and fascinating insects.

"Santa's Silly Wishlist" is an enchanting children's book that is sure to delight both kids and parents alike with its humor and heart. This whimsical tale takes listeners on a merry journey through a series of hilariously imaginative wishes sent to Santa. From rocket-powered skateboards to dragons that sneeze flowers, the book bursts with creativity, encouraging children to dream big and think outside the box.

Eat Like a Local Alabama offers the inside scoop on food in Alabama. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

She believed she was given a second chance. What she found was a waking nightmare. Sixteen-year-old Heather’s life changes forever after a seemingly innocent accident plunges her into darkness. After a tragic incident, Heather dies for five minutes. In recovery, her parents cling to hope that she’s safe and the ordeal is over—but the nightmare has only just begun. Slowly, Heather realizes her old life is gone, and something dark has come back with her. She begins to see things that shouldn’t be there—dead things—and they see her too.

Every night after closing, someone—or something—has been rearranging all the books in the Maple Hollow Library. But this isn't your typical ghost story. When young paranormal investigator Spenser discovers that a lonely spirit has been trying to help children find the perfect books, she faces her most heartwarming mystery yet. Adelaide Morrison was a devoted teacher in life, and in death, she's still trying to match kids with the stories that will capture their imaginations.

The Louvre is more than the world’s largest art museum. It is a fortress, a palace, a treasure house of revolutions, and a stage for mysteries that continue to fascinate millions. To step inside its echoing halls is to journey through nearly a thousand years of history—where monarchs once schemed, artists found inspiration, and the world’s most famous masterpieces found their home. In Masterpieces and Mysteries, architectural historian Caspar Dene takes you far beyond the crowds gathered at the Mona Lisa.

When the whole town is whispering about mysterious howls in the forest, most people lock their doors. Spenser packs athermos of hot cocoa and goes to investigate. Deep in the woods under the full moon, young paranormal investigator Spenser discovers that the "terrifying" creatureeveryone fears is actually Callum—a gentle werewolf who spends his nights alone, picking wildflowers and watching the townlights from a distance. While others see claws and fangs, Spenser sees someone who just wants to belong. But convincing an entire town to give awerewolf a chance at the annual Lantern Festival?

In Top 10 Fascinating Facts About Westminster Abbey, Caspar Dene explores the hidden layers of this extraordinary building and reveals ten surprising truths that will forever change how you see it. With rich storytelling and historical insight, each chapter uncovers a new facet of the Abbey’s incredible past.