Richard Stibbard
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Deformed albino Lavinia Whateley lives with her grotesque son and father in the remote village of Dunwich, Massachusetts. Growing from a child to a man in just ten years, her son Wilbur is feared by person and animal alike. His sorcerer grandfather, however, pays particular interest in him, teaching him witchcraft and the secrets of dark rituals. Suspicions are further raised in the local town as the family buys more and more cattle yet their herd...
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This charming children's book is a great bedtime read for little ones.
You will discover the story of Marshall Mouse and the adventure he goes on after deciding to go shopping at Parker Pigeon's store before making his lunch.
The story also holds an important message that all children should learn, because the easiest way out is not always the best. Fortunately, there are true friends who are willing to help when needed.
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Lily is an optimistic, confident, and energetic little Llama with a creative instinct and a friendly demeanor. The story revolves around Lily the Llama and her trip to the park. Lily's journey to the park sheds light upon the subject of being left out and how she manages to overcome this experience.
Lily's story illustrates the ideas of unwavering respect and nurtures children's natural curiosity, passion, creativity, uniqueness, resourcefulness,...
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In book two, Jinx Valentine is reunited with her Humpty Dooish friends. The children are holidaying at the prized swimming spot, Coolabah Gully, and babysitting Mona the elephant at the same time. Their holiday is upset when Mona starts trespassing, stealing people's rubbish and bringing it home, and swimming till all hours.
When Mona follows a roaming pony into the bush, the children run after her and get hopelessly lost. Navigating the bush without...
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Tristan learns how to overcome her fears of trying new things and becoming brave. This story teaches your child that they are not expected to be good at something they try for the first time. And in fact, becoming good at something new usually involves making lots of mistakes, getting lots of help, and working really hard. But the more they do it, the more they learn, the more confident they feel, and the more they can ultimately achieve.
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This richly imagined, funny novel from Australian author Flip Como will delight middle grade readers who enjoy mysteries, horses, and fantasy. Humpty Doo... the enchanted city on rails where Nature has the upper hand and nothing stands still, not even the buildings. A place where toys are part of the population, storytellers can be summoned to amuse you, and flying jelly babies guide you through the ever-changing streets. When the heart of the city,...
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The Christmas Mystery by William J. Locke is a heartwarming and enchanting tale that captures the magic of the holiday season with a touch of intrigue. Set in a quaint English village blanketed in snow, the story weaves together themes of love, kindness, and redemption against the backdrop of Christmas festivities. It begins with the unexpected arrival of a mysterious stranger in the village, whose presence sparks curiosity and speculation among the...