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Raise kids who are kind, brave, and rooted in faith—with stories that shape their hearts and imaginations. A 2021 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that children exposed to stories of moral heroism—particularly those involving courage, compassion, and perseverance—show significant growth in empathy, moral reasoning, and character development. The saints are not just historical figures—they are developmental role models. What if your child’s bedtime story could shape their soul?

Like many people, you’ve probably asked some of these questions when you were younger or maybe recently. Well, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover the interesting and maybe slightly bizarre origins of the strange things we do. In Wonder Why? Fascinating Stories, Curious Facts, and Answers About the Mysteries of Science, History, Pop Culture, and Traditions Around the World cover 55 of the most regularly asked questions with fascinating origin stories.

Oliver Twist is the well-loved tale of an orphan, who starts life in a workhouse and finds himself embroiled in London's criminal underworld, before being saved by a kind gentleman who knows something of his surprising family history. A satire and social commentary as well as a page-turning yarn, full of grit, wit, and some of the most memorable characters in English Literature. The second published serialised novel by Charles Dickens, The British Library remarks that "it has proven to be one of the best-loved novels in the history of literature".

To avoid fighting a battle he can’t possibly win, Warren must do the unthinkable: he must set Ignace free, and lure Iskar away from her. With the unwilling help of Vahanal, a captivating green elf concubine, Warren will bring the fight to Iskar’s front door. Together, he and Vahanal journey deep into the wilderness, where Warren must earn Vahanal’s trust, unravel the secrets of her people, and master a new kind of magic.

Who knew a night out celebrating my law school graduation would change my life? One look a the gorgeous girl and I know things will never be the same. She steals my heart then disappears like a thief in the night. Seven years later, fate smiles on me and brings her back into my life. It seems, my curvy little doll has been busy getting into trouble. That's okay. I'm the best criminal attorney in Silver Spoon Falls.

Jake Anders, the Monster Master, has vanquished the Void King and seized control over his domain. However, new challenges arise: other Travelers have entered this world, all of them as formidable and canny as he, and an ancient malevolent entity of corruption has awakened, seeking to blanket all of existence with its foulness.

The ultimate evil has descended on Parshil, and Warren has no idea how to defeat it. If he attacks the Hordebeast, it regenerates, getting stronger each time—but if he leaves it alone, it destroys everything it touches. To find a solution, Warren chases down the mythical Maker who created the Hordebeast. With the help of allies old and new, he uncovers far more than he bargained for. The sickening answers to Parshil’s mysteries shake him... but they also hold the key to his victory. Now he’s only got one thing left to do: free the corrupted, dead souls of the dragons that power the Hordebeast.

Cursed heroes. Dangerous secrets. And forbidden love.... Shifters, vampires, gargoyles, and witches. Who will you meet at Vamps tonight? Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone. Discover the secrets behind the gargoyle statues in Cursed. Meet three shifter brothers who vex a vindictive witch - and face her wrath. Fall into forbidden attraction between a vampire and firefighter in Smolder. When Nike runs into her gym crush at an underground club, her reality and fantasy worlds collide.

"Will Becca save a new friend in need? Will the alien survive his battle inflicted wounds? And most of all, can a woman from Earth and an alien from space give in to the sensual feelings that has developed between them while their worlds come crashing down around them?" Becca is a young woman at a crossroads. The day after she leaves her boyfriend, who has left a lot to be desired in their relation-ship, she begins her new job.

I was there when the Gaia System was first born. The changes were more than anyone could have dreamed of: magical powers, a stronger body, and a call to adventure. It should have been a paradise; gifted the ability to combine spells with my Meta Bracer, I should have had an easy climb to the top. Maybe it was just me, Jory Mitchels, previously middle management in a start-up from hell. The change was supposed to make life better for the humans of Earth, but something went wrong.

Das Spiel um Macht und Liebe geht in die finale Runde. Inez hat das Unmögliche gewagt: Sie ist tiefer in die dunkle Welt des Royal Clair Clubs eingetaucht und hat die Grenzen des Möglichen verschoben. Doch der Preis für ihre Nähe zu den X-Boys ist hoch – und Calix van Schmitt Barclay ist...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A group of friends investigates the mystery of a strange staircase in the woods in this mesmerizing horror novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Accidents. “Chuck Wendig weaves his magic once more, turning a lonely staircase in the woods into a...

Seit Ophelia Hart herausgefunden hat, dass das Blut einer mächtigen Elementai in ihren Adern fließt, und sie mit Professor Alexandros Dracos und den Mitgliedern der Ruby Dragon Society verbunden ist, scheint ihr Glück in greifbare Nähe gerückt zu sein. Ophelia muss lernen, ihre erwachten magischen Fähigkeiten zu beherrschen, bevor der Rest der Welt entdeckt, wer sie wirklich ist.

Introducing Festive Family Fun: A Christmas Collection—a magical trio of books that promises to light up your child's holiday season with wonder, joy, and laughter. Inside this enchanting bundle, you'll discover a treasure trove of Christmas delights, perfect for kid listeners and families to enjoy together.

I’m carrying a huge secret. His secret. I was supposed to be the good girl. No flings, perfect grades, career-focused. Now I might lose it all...because of him. Oliver Price. I know I want him. I know my devil dad would do everything to stop me. I also know that play time will be over once I leave for grad school. But the one thing I didn’t know until now? I’m pregnant. And the only person I can’t tell? Him.

A quarter of men and women have been victims of gaslighting…and here’s how you can spot and stop the abuse.

Being chosen by a magical sentient sword was definitely a life changing experience. Becoming an adventurer is everyone’s dream, and Lucas Leonus has just achieved the first step by acquiring the Knight Class. Now, he and his sassy Archer childhood friend are determined to become great heroes! But slaying weak monsters for essence and grinding for money is tedious work. The true excitement of his adventuring life only begins when he encounters an immensely powerful monster. Not because it can kill him in a single hit, but because he slays it with help from a quirky talking sword.

The survival of our universe depends on a music-loving librarian and a thousand-year-old alien. He’s got wings, she’s got a flute. What could go wrong?

Camilla is everything I want, but she doesn’t know the real me. All she knows is what she’s heard and read in the tabloids. If I can’t make her see the truth, there’s no telling what will happen. I want Camilla all to myself, but my reputation as a womanizer has done its work...but it’s not my reputation. It’s my brother’s that she has to be worried about. Adrien is charming on the outside, but when he gets comfortable, people get hurt. Women get hurt. But I have to let Camilla find that out for herself, no matter how much it hurts to watch her with him.

The New York Times best-selling series continues in this heart-wrenching sequel to Defy the Storm where fans will reunite with fan-favorite Jedi Knight Reath Silas. Written by the author of The High Republic: Eye of Darkness, The High Republic: Quest for the Hidden City, Dark Legends, and Myths...