Early Fiction

Murder at the Expo is a BBNYA 2023 Indie Book Award semi-finalist. Sadie Brown is a strong female character, but she’s not your usual sleuth. Sticking her nose where it doesn’t belong, she’ll take the reader on a fun romp to discover clues to the killer’s identity. Sadie’s no dummy, but she’ll be as surprised as you when she comes face to face with the killer. When the body of Dr. Asa Wolf is found impeccably laid out in the Botanical Building at San Diego's 1915 Panama-California Exposition, the curious death scene arouses questions of murder. Sure, Wolf was a well-respected ...

Out of the mixture of Latin and Germanic paganism and the Christianity of the Early Middle Ages has sprung one of the world's supremely great pieces of literature. J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings, delivered a famous lecture to the British Academy in 1936 in which he maintained that Beowulf was a poem all of a piece, and not (as had been suggested) a jumble of fragments for pedantic scholars to paw over.

Ballet has never been fancier! Fancy Nancy loves going to ballet class with her best friend, Bree. But when she realizes that her dad and the rest of her family have a lot to learn about ballet, she has a fabulous idea! What if she opened her own ballet school?

Ensign Sebastian Early is a young soldier sent to South Africa with his regiment, the 24th Foot. The death of his friend results in Seb taking over the job of Provost-Marshal, the policeman for Lieutenant-General Lord Chelmsford’s army. Seb has taken the post out of regard for his dead friend, but would really prefer to be soldiering with his regiment on the front line. Instead he finds himself investigating a bizarre murder of a captain, even though his C.O. believes the man committed suicide, and the theft of a major’s gold watch.

Fancy Nancy's sister, JoJo, can really be a pest sometimes...like when she put Easter-egg dye in the kiddie pool and dunked Frenchy in it! But this time she's done something really bad, and Nancy is livid - that's fancy for tres angry and upset. JoJo drew a tattoo on Nancy's precious doll, Marabelle Lavinia Chandelier! Even worse, it's in permanent marker. That means it will never come out! When Mom suggests a fancy doll party to make Nancy feel better, Nancy is excited to accept. But what if the doll drama isn't over?

What really happened at Hackham Heath that made Halt a hero to the entire Kingdom? This is the prequel Ranger's Apprentice fans have been waiting for. When the former Baron Morgarath escaped to avoid punishment for treason, an uneasy peace fell on Araluen. But the Rangers know Morgarath will be planning his next move, and there are rumours he has recruited an army of savage, inhuman creatures. Newly crowned King Duncan must prepare for war.

Stanley's not the only flat one! When a flat skull is discovered in Africa, Stanley Lambchop decides to travel there with his brother, Arthur, and their father, George. Maybe studying the skull will give them clues to Stanley's flatness. But once in Africa, the Lambchops are in for more adventure than they bargained for. From lions to zebras to elephants, it's the safari of a lifetime!

Perfect for Ages 6-9 Early Chapter Book Educational Fantasy Adventure Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Their Most Delicious Adventure Yet! When a mysterious tiny guardian appears on their favorite front steps, three best friends discover that the magical Land of Endless Celebrations is in terrible trouble. The Great Waffle Iron has lost its magic, and without it, all the world's special days will lose their joy forever! ★ A Magical Learning Adventure That Makes Reading Fun ★ In this enchanting addition to the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series, curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and...

The selection of eighteen poems is taken from Tennyson's first collection, published in 1830. The most famous poem in the collection is Mariana, a dramatic narrative, which, like The Lady of Shalott, describes the tragic fate of an abandoned woman. All the poems feature the elegant euphony for which Tennyson's verse has become famous.

Welcome to Malory Towers, where there's more to life than lessons! Darrell Rivers is Head Girl of Malory Towers, and there is plenty to keep her busy. Spoilt Gwendoline is up to her usual tricks, and Amanda is prepared to risk everything to be chosen to swim in the Olympics. Can Darrell stop Gwendoline from ruining their final term before it's time to wave goodbye?

Es beginnt mit einem Missverständnis: Pekka erzählt er sei aus der Mannschaft geflogen. Aus der Eishockeymannschaft denken alle. Also gründen Ella und ihre Freunde die Ritter der Nacht – das neue Eishockeyteam für Pekka. Nur ist er nicht aus der Eishockey- sondern aus der Wasserballmannschaft geflogen. Jetzt heißt es Eishockey gegen Wasserball. Und es wird ein echtes Spektakel!

Twenty-three-year-old Rachel Willis is dying. Born with an untreatable heart defect, she wasn't expected to survive her infancy. But under the diligent care of her mother and a team of determined doctors they managed to keep her alive as long as she lives a relatively calm life. When Rachel became of age, against her mother's consent she became a librarian, which was her only opportunity to socialize. Nearly everyone who enters the small neighborhood library where she's employed is aware of her illness and respectful of her limitations. One evening her sister is unable to retrieve her from ...

A drama book set in New York City during the early 20th century. Step into a world where love and tragedy entwine against the vibrant backdrop of New York's theater scene. "The Dagger of De Colombo" invites you to unravel the secrets of aristocratic playwright Maxime De Colombo, who must confront the dark shadows of his lineage and the devastating secrets of those he loves. With the murder of his dear friend's father, Alfred Marceau, leaving a blood-stained mark on their lives, Maxime and Florence are pushed into a whirlwind of intrigue, conspiracy, and heartbreaking choices that will test ...

Based on a true story, Onesimus is the tale of a young, unhappy slave who lived during the first century Roman Empire. The world is a highly structured society of deities, slaves, masters, prostitutes, government corruption, soldiers—with little opportunity to move out of one’s role. But he has a plan to become free and make something of himself—until he is betrayed. His response leads him on a path of danger, deceit, and discovery until he comes into contact with a famous leader of a young new religion based on the Jewish faith. What he finds will test his will and his courage, and ...

A coming-of-age book set in New England and Labrador, Newfoundland during the early 20th century. Discover the captivating journey of one young man as he navigates the treacherous path from adolescence to adulthood in "Cold Fortune."In the early 20th century, Cabot Grant, a young man born into privilege in New England, finds himself at a pivotal crossroads. Despite graduating from a prestigious Technical Institute, Cabot wrestles with feelings of unfulfilled potential and societal expectations. Unlike his peers who secure distinguished positions, Cabot's path remains uncertain. Enter a ...

A literary fiction book set in the rugged town of Soren Junction during the early 20th century. In the sweeping landscape of Soren Junction, silence meets chaos as Max Declan, a weary man from New York City, searches for solace and a new beginning. This frontier town, with its vibrant culture and complex characters, draws Max into a web of connections that challenge his resolve and tug at his heart, revealing the depths of a man haunted by his past. As Max navigates the intricacies of small-town life, he encounters the charismatic hotel owner Jack Grayson and the spirited telegraph operator...

Dave Brandstetter's afternoon does not begin well: His ex-boyfriend picks him up at the airport, and the ride home - in bumper-to-bumper Los Angeles traffic - is one long argument between them. The insurance investigator's day gets worse when he finds a man - bloody, rain-soaked, and ice cold - lying on his porch, killed by a stab wound while Dave was out of town. There is a serial killer loose in Los Angeles, and this man is his sixth victim. Like the others, he had already been marked for death - by the unforgiving plague known as AIDS.

For new girl Darrell Rivers, there are friends to be made, pranks to be played and fun to be had at Malory Towers in Enid Blyton's best-loved boarding school series. In audiobook 12, the sixth form girls are to attend finishing school before they're sent out into the world. They are to learn deportment, etiquette and obedience. Oh dear! Expect more drama at Malory Towers!

A Gothic mystery set in London during the early 20th century Explore a tantalizing tale that intricately weaves the thrills of young love with the spine-chilling terror of supernatural elements! "The Unseen Guardian" is a masterfully crafted Gothic novel that captures the luminous chaos of early 20th century London while delving into the mystical world beyond our comprehension. Meet **Carl Foster**, an ambitious young doctor fresh from Edinburgh, whose entrance into London’s high society is marred by encounters with haunting spirits and forbidden love. The sophisticated city setting — ...

Life in the Pennsylvania colonies in the early 1760s meant new beginnings for many, brought to the land in search of freedom, adventure, and the chance for new beginnings. Everything good that they were traveled with most of them, while everything bad and petty, cruelly ambitious and greedy, came along packed in the baggage of others. Lord Dominick Crown hadn’t so much emigrated to New Eden than he had fled there to escape his past. Byrna Cassidy had left Ireland with high hopes for a new life with her father’s family. For both, the future seemed bright. But that was before the worlds ...