This author brings a fresh perspective to young adult literature, drawing from her previous work in television. Her style is distinctive, and her stories explore profound themes in an engaging manner. Readers appreciate her skill in crafting memorable characters and compelling plots.
The story follows Lisa Harrison, who is thrilled to secure an internship at a leading music magazine and shadow its top reporter. However, as she navigates the competitive environment, she grapples with ethical dilemmas and the challenge of maintaining her self-respect amidst the pressures of the industry. The narrative explores themes of ambition, integrity, and the personal sacrifices often required in the pursuit of success.
The story follows Jason, who is thrilled to land an internship on a movie set in Los Angeles with a renowned horror director. However, he quickly discovers that the journey to success involves tedious tasks and hard work. As he navigates the challenges of the film industry, Jason must confront his pride and prove his dedication to the team. The narrative explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the realities of pursuing one's dreams in a competitive environment.
A chance YouTube post leads Beth to an internship at Bonified Records, where she works with Harmon Holt, the label's influential figure. Tasked with helping the top star rediscover her authentic voice, Beth navigates the challenges of artistic integrity versus commercial expectations. As she balances her ambitions with the industry's demands, Beth must determine if she can truly make a difference in a world driven by megahits.
In this dark, action-packed fourth book in the New York Times bestselling
Dorothy Must Die series, Amy Gumm travels from Oz to the twisted land of Ev,
where she fights to free Oz from evil once and for all. My name is Amy Gumm.
When a tornado swept me away to the magical land of Oz, I was given a mission:
Dorothy must die.
Praise for Dorothy Must Die Stories: 'One wonder-filled volume. Paige
continues to weave an intricate spell that will delight series fans.' School
Library Journal
The story follows a student's aspiration to break into the fashion industry, but her internship at a fashionable LA clothing company challenges her perceptions. As she navigates the glamorous world of fashion, she becomes increasingly aware of the troubling treatment of models and the negative impact of industry standards on body image. This experience forces her to confront the ethical dilemmas within the fashion world, leading to a deeper understanding of beauty and self-acceptance.
Praise for the DOROTHY MUST DIE series: Readers of Baum's books will take
special delight in seeing new twists on the old characters, and they will
greet the surprise climactic turnabout with the smugness of insiders. Kirkus
Reviews
The New York Times bestselling first book in a dark new series that reimagines the Oz saga, from debut author Danielle Paige. I didn't ask for any of this. I didn't ask to be some kind of hero. But when your whole life gets swept up by a tornado—taking you with it—you have no choice but to go along, you know? Sure, I've read the books. I've seen the movies. I know the song about the rainbow and the happy little blue birds. But I never expected Oz to look like this. To be a place where Good Witches can't be trusted, Wicked Witches may just be the good guys, and winged monkeys can be executed for acts of rebellion. There's still a road of yellow brick—but even that's crumbling. What happened? Dorothy. They say she found a way to come back to Oz. They say she seized power and the power went to her head. And now no one is safe. My name is Amy Gumm—and I'm the other girl from Kansas. I've been recruited by the Revolutionary Order of the Wicked. I've been trained to fight. And I have a mission: Remove the Tin Woodman's heart. Steal the Scarecrow's brain. Take the Lion's courage. And—Dorothy must die.
In this action-packed third book in the New York Times bestselling Dorothy
Must Die series, new girl from Kansas Amy Gumm is caught between her home-and
Oz.
In this New York Times bestselling sequel to Dorothy Must Die, who is good—and who is actually Wicked? The Wicked Will Rise is perfect for fans of richly reimagined fairy tales and classic tales like Marissa Meyer’s Lunar Chronicles and Gregory Maguire’s Wicked. My name is Amy Gumm—and I’m the other girl from Kansas. After a tornado swept through my trailer park, I ended up in Oz. But it wasn’t like the Oz I knew from books and movies. Dorothy had returned, but she was now a ruthless dictator. Glinda could no longer be called the Good Witch. And the Wicked Witches who were left? They’d joined forces as the Revolutionary Order of the Wicked, and they wanted to recruit me. My mission? Kill Dorothy. Except my job as assassin didn’t work out as planned. Dorothy is still alive. The Order has vanished. And the home I couldn’t wait to leave behind might be in danger. Somehow, across a twisted and divided land, I have to find the Order, protect the true ruler of Oz, take Dorothy and her henchmen down—and try to figure out what I’m really doing here.
Bibbidi-bobbidi-blood. Everyone knows that a fairy godmother helped Cinderella get to the ball where she met the prince. No one knows that the fairy godmother's motives for helping Cinderella might not have been as charming as they seem. Until now ... For centuries, the enchanted members of the Entente used their magic to keep the Thirteen Queendoms in harmony. Until the day that Queen Magrit outlawed magic, executed the Entente, and plunged the queendoms into war. Only one Entente survives. Alone and magicless, Farrow dreams of nothing but revenge. And the best way to reach the queen is through her son, Prince Mather, who is nearing the age when he will need a bride. But the closer Farrow gets to the prince, the more she finds herself drawn to him. To reclaim her magic and destroy the queen, Farrow will have to question what--and more importantly, who--she's willing to sacrifice. Set in a lush, dangerous world woven with fairy tale mythology, New York Times bestselling author Danielle Paige launches a brand new Fairy Godmother origin story full of intrigue, magic, and romance.
In this thrilling conclusion to The Ravens duology, by New York Times
bestselling authors Kass Morgan and Danielle Paige, loyalty, love, and
friendships are tested as sorority sisters Scarlett and Vivi must face the
forces of hell itself when a rival sorority threatens to wreak havoc on
campus.
From New York Times best-selling authors Kass Morgan and Danielle Paige comes a thrilling, dark contemporary fantasy about a prestigious sorority of witches and two girls caught up in its world of sinister magic and betrayals. At first glance, the sisters of ultra-exclusive Kappa Rho Nu—the Ravens—seem like typical sorority girls. Ambitious, beautiful, and smart, they’re the most powerful girls on Westerly College’s Savannah, Georgia, campus. But the Ravens aren’t just regular sorority girls. They’re witches. Scarlett Winter has always known she’s a witch—and she’s determined to be the sorority’s president, just like her mother and sister before her. But if a painful secret from her past ever comes to light, she could lose absolutely everything . . . Vivi Devereaux has no idea she’s a witch and she’s never lived in one place long enough to make a friend. So when she gets a coveted bid to pledge the Ravens, she vows to do whatever it takes to be part of the magical sisterhood. The only thing standing in her way is Scarlett, who doesn’t think Vivi is Ravens material. But when a dark power rises on campus, the girls will have to put their rivalry aside to save their fellow sisters. Someone has discovered the Ravens’ secret. And that someone will do anything to see these witches burn . . .
Princess Mera is teenage royalty and heir to the throne of Xebel, a penal colony ruled by the other no-so-lost land under the sea, Atlantis. Her father, his court and the entire kingdom are expecting her to marry and introduce a new king. But Mera is destined to wear a different crown.... When the Xebellian military plots to overthrow Atlantis and break free of its oppressive regime, Mera seizes the opportunity to take control over her own destiny by assassinating Arthur Curry--the long-lost prince and heir to the kingdom of Atlantis. But her mission gets sidetracked when Mera and Arthur unexpectedly fall in love. Will Arthur Curry be the king at Mera's side, or will he die under her blade as she attempts to free her people from persecution? An astonishing graphic novel that explores duty, love, heroism and freedom, all through the eyes of readers' favorite undersea royalty. From New York Times best-selling author Danielle Paige (Dorothy Must Die) and artist Stephen Byrne comes a Mera and Aquaman origin story that explores Mera's first steps on land, and her first steps as a hero or villain, forcing her to choose to follow her heart or her mission to kill.
Seventeen-year-old Snow escapes a mental hospital by racing into the woods where she finds herself in icy Algid--her true home--with witches, thieves, an alluring boy named Kai, and she discovers her royal lineage.
The collection explores the journey of a new mother navigating the challenges of early parenthood while maintaining her relationship. It delves into themes of self-awareness, self-love, acceptance, and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of honesty. Ultimately, it serves as a heartfelt love note to her daughter and a poignant reminder for herself about the enduring power of love.
In a world of shifting loyalties and unexpected alliances, Bari embarks on a quest to win the heart of an illegitimate prince to secure her future. Complications arise when she finds herself drawn to South, creating tension in her mission. Meanwhile, Farrow seeks to reunite with her friends, grappling with her feelings for Prince Mather and her commitment to Cinderella. As Bari and Farrow's paths diverge, the sisters must confront their differences and the possibility of reconciliation amidst growing conflict.
Mera ist die junge Prinzessin von Xebel, einer Kolonie unter dem Meer, die von dem Unterwasserreich Atlantis regiert wird. Ihr Vater erwartet von ihr, zu heiraten und einen neuen König einzuführen. Doch Mera hat andere Pläne. Um die Herrschaft der Atlanter zu beenden, will die Prinzessin Arthur Curry töten – den Thronerben des Königreichs von Atlantis. Ihre Mission droht jedoch zu scheitern, als sie sich in ihr potenzielles Opfer verliebt. Wird Arthur der König an Meras Seite oder durch ihre Klinge sterben?Die Coming-of-Age-Geschichten der neuen Reihe Panini Ink begleiten die bekannten DC-Helden in jungen Jahren auf dem Weg zum Erwachsenwerden – und zeigen sie in völlig neuem Licht. Denn auch heranwachsende Superhelden haben schwer mit alltäglichen Herausforderungen wie Verpflichtungen, schwierigen Entscheidungen und Emotionen zu kämpfen. Aber auch mit gesellschaftlichen Problemen sehen sie sich konfrontiert – seien es soziale Ungerechtigkeit, Korruption, Rassismus oder Homophobie. Für die grandiose Umsetzung der eigenständigen Bände mit abgeschlossenen Geschichten konnten Teams aus preisgekrönten Zeichnern und Autoren gewonnen werden, die jeden Band zu einem Meisterwerk machen und sowohl Neueinsteiger ab 13 Jahren als auch Kenner des DC-Universums begeistern.