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This historical novel reinterprets the classic tale of Cinderella, focusing on Iris, one of the "ugly sisters," who flees violence with her family to the Netherlands. In 17th-century Haarlem, they face hardship until a struggling painter helps them. Iris discovers her passion for painting while the tulip craze begins.

A captivating narrative that enchants readers, this novel weaves a tale of magic and emotion, exploring themes of love and transformation. Its rich characters and immersive storyline have not only garnered critical acclaim but also inspired a highly successful musical adaptation, showcasing its universal appeal and timeless relevance. The book invites readers to experience a world where enchantment and reality intertwine, leaving a lasting impression on all who delve into its pages.

The box set includes the bestselling classic that inspired the Tony Award-winning musical and upcoming film, along with its three sequels: Son of a Witch, A Lion Among Men, and Out of Oz. Each book is presented with a stunning design and new covers, making this collection a visually appealing addition for fans of the series. The Wicked Years series explores themes of friendship, identity, and the complexities of good and evil within a richly crafted fantasy world.

Thirteen-year-old Kyra has grown up in an isolated community without questioning the fact that her father has three wives and she has twenty brothers and sisters. That is, without questioning it much - if you don't count her visits to the Ironton County Mobile Library on Wheels to read forbidden books, or her secret meetings with Joshua, the boy she hopes to choose for herself instead of having a man chosen for her. But when the Prophet decrees that Kyra must marry her sixty-year-old uncle - who already has six wives - she must make a desperate choice in the face of violence and her own fears of losing her family forever.

The saga set in the world of Oz reaches a captivating conclusion, weaving together themes of friendship, power, and redemption. This final installment of the Wicked Years series, following the beloved story that inspired a successful musical, promises to deliver an unforgettable narrative that ties together the characters and events that have captivated readers. With its rich storytelling and imaginative world-building, it offers a profound exploration of the complexities of good and evil.

The enchanting second novel in the series Another Day, returning to the world first created in Wicked.The Oracle of Maracoor, the second in the trilogy called Another Day, continues the story of Elphaba's green-skinned granddaughter, Rain. That strange land, Maracoor--across the ocean from Oz--is beset by an invading army. In the mayhem, Rain and Cossy, a child felon, break out of prison. Helped by a few flying monkeys, they struggle to escape the city before it falls under siege. Their arresting officer, Lucikles, also retreats with his family to a highland redoubt. But safety eludes them all. Chaos thunders upon them in the form of warriors, refugees, and brigands. The very fabric of reality loosens, liberating creatures of myth and legend--huge blue wolves, harpies, and giants made of the very landscape.Cued in by secrets known only to the most highly placed members of the royal court, Rain and her companions hunt the fabled Oracle of Maracoor for guidance and soothsaying. Rain has to recover her forgotten past if she is to consider returning home. Cossy, the ten-year-old convicted of murder, must become invisible to avoid being taken into custody again. Meanwhile, the Fist of Mara, an arcane artifact that renders all around it barren, hammers against human lives. If the reclusive Oracle should spin a prophecy, might the desperate wicked years promise another day, one less perilous?

Never before published stories by New York Times bestselling authors Jonathan Stroud, Gregory Maguire, Garth Nix, Diana Gabaldon, and others. Whether portrayed as fire-breathing reptilian beasts at war with humanity or as noble creatures capable of speech and mystically bonded to the warriors who ride them, dragons have been found in nearly every culture's mythology. In modern times, they can be found far from their medieval settings in locales as mundane as suburbia or as barren as post-apocalyptic landscapes—and in The Dragon Book, today's greatest fantasists reignite the fire with legendary tales that will consume readers' imaginations.Includes the following stories: Dragon’s Deep - Cecelia Holland Vici - Naomi Novik Bob Choi’s Last Job - Johnathan StroudAre You Afflicted with Dragons? - Kage BakerThe Tsar’s Dragons - Jane Yolen and Adam StempleThe Dragon of Direfell - Liz Williams Oakland Dragon Blues - Peter S. Beagle Humane Killer - Diana Gabaldon and Samuel Sykes Stop! - Garth NixUngentle Fire - Sean Williams A Stark and Wormy Knight - Tad Williams None So Blind - Harry Turtledove JoBoy - Diana Wynne JonesPuz_le - Gregory MaguireAfter the Third Kiss - Bruce CovilleThe War That Winter Is - Tanith LeeThe Dragon’s Tale - Tamore PierceDragon’s Storm - Mary RosenblumThe Dragaman’s Bride - Andy Duncan

The multimillion-copy bestselling story of Wicked comes full circle in The Witch of Maracoor, the final installment of Gregory Maguire's Another Day series. Following a confrontation with her reclusive great-grandfather, the one-time Wizard of Oz, Rainary Ko--the granddaughter of Oz's Wicked Witch of the West--has re-upped in a mission to settle a few scores and right a wrong or two. Her memory and her passions reviving, Rain turns her gaze back to her native Oz. Though the Grimmerie, which she had cast into the sea, retains its arcane power over her, the lover she left behind in Oz proves no less haunting. Traveling companions and arrivistes can befuddle a young witch coming into her own, but Rain marshals a steely determination to stare her troubles in the eye and see who blinks first. In the Another Day cycle, a lost young woman grows through a cautious adolescence into an adult state of fervor and daring. Enchantment imprisons and it also liberates. Pay heed, pay respect, but above all, pay attention.

“A beautiful reminder that fairy tales are at their best when they illuminate the precarious balance between lighthearted childhood and the darkness and danger of adulthood.” — School Library Journal (starred review) Elena Rudina lives in the impoverished Russian countryside, and there is no food. But then a train arrives in the village, a train carrying a cornucopia of food, untold wealth, and a noble family destined to visit the Tsar in Saint Petersburg—a family that includes Ekaterina, a girl of Elena’s age. When the two girls’ lives collide, an adventure is set in motion, an escapade that includes mistaken identity, a monk locked in a tower, a prince traveling incognito, and—in a starring role only Gregory Maguire could have conjured—Baba Yaga, witch of Russian folklore, in her ambulatory house perched on chicken legs.

Cress Watercress is a rabbit. Home means a warren on the riverbank with Mama and Papa and baby Kip. Meals at dawn and dusk, and honey-ginger tea to help the baby with his breathing. When Papa doesn't return from a nocturnal honey-gathering expedition, Mama assumes the worst - after all, it's a dangerous world for a rabbit. Though Cress begs to stay - what if Papa comes home and doesn't know where they've gone? - Mama moves the family to the basement apartment of the Broken Arms, a run-down apartment tree with a menacing owl landlord, a nosy mouse superintendent, a rowdy family of squirrels, and a pair of songbirds who broadcast everybody's business. Could a dead tree full of annoying neighbours - and no Papa - ever be home?

"Get ready to sleep with the lights on!" — GIRLS' LIFE A lovesick count and the ghost of his brutalized servant . . . a serial killer who defies death . . . a house with a violent mind of its own and another that holds a grotesque secret within its peeling walls. Here are witches who feast on faces, changeling rites of passage, a venerable vampire contemplating his end, and a fanged brat who drains the patience of a bumbling teenage boy. Here too are a flamboyant young novelist in search of a subject more compelling than his own eerie existence and the daughter of a sorcerer fighting to free her lover — and her will — from sinister bonds. Enter the world of GOTHIC!, a celebration of the literary form made famous by such writers as Mary Shelley and Edgar Allan Poe. With chilling stories by: Joan Aiken M. T. Anderson Neil Gaiman Caitlín R. Kiernan Gregory Maguire Garth Nix Celia Rees Janni Lee Simner Vivian Vande Velde Barry Yourgrau

The first in a three-book series spun off the iconic Wicked Years from multimillion-copy best-selling author Gregory Maguire, featuring Elphaba’s granddaughter, the green-skinned Rain. Ten years ago this season, Gregory Maguire wrapped up the series he began with Wicked by giving us the fourth and final volume of the Wicked Years, his elegiac Out of Oz. But “out of Oz” isn’t “gone for good.” Maguire’s new series, Another Day, is here, 25 years after Wicked first flew into our lives. Volume one, The Brides of Maracoor, finds Elphaba’s granddaughter, Rain, washing ashore on a foreign island. Comatose from crashing into the sea, Rain is taken in by a community of single women committed to obscure devotional practices. As the mainland of Maracoor sustains an assault by a foreign navy, the island’s civil-servant overseer struggles to understand how an alien arriving on the shores of Maracoor could threaten the stability and well-being of an entire nation. Is it myth or magic at work, for good or for ill? The trilogy Another Day will follow this green-skinned girl from the island outpost into the unmapped badlands of Maracoor before she learns how, and becomes ready, to turn her broom homeward, back to her family and her lover, back to Oz, which — in its beauty, suffering, mystery, injustice, and possibility — reminds us all too clearly of the troubled yet sacred terrain of our own lives

A novel of beauty and betrayal, which reminds us that deception can be unearthed - and love unveiled - in the most unexpected of places

When Dorothy triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum's classic tale, we heard only her side of the story. But what about her arch-nemesis, the mysterious witch? Where did she come from? How did she become so wicked? And what is the true nature of evil? Gregory Maguire creates a fantasy world so rich and vivid that we will never look at Oz the same way again. Wicked is about a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to be the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, a smart, prickly and misunderstood creature who challenges all our preconceived notions about the nature of good and evil.

The story follows Alice, a skinny orphan with hearing and speech challenges, who faces profound loneliness after losing the only person who cared for her—a nun at the orphanage—due to a tragic accident. As she navigates her struggles and the harsh realities of her life, the narrative explores themes of resilience, loss, and the search for connection in a world that often feels isolating.

A modern reimagining of Andersen's "The Little Match Girl," this story offers a fresh perspective on the timeless classic, blending contemporary themes with the original's emotional depth. The author, known for their bestselling works, brings a unique twist that resonates with today's readers while honoring the essence of the beloved tale.

Back in the land of Oz, the adolescent boy Liir was last seen hiding in the shadows of the castle after Dorothy did in the Witch. Bruised, comatose, and left for dead, Liir is tended to at the Cloister of Saint Glinda by a silent novice called Candle, who wills him back to life with her musical gifts. What dark force left Liir in this condition? Is he really Elphaba's son? He has her broom and her cape - but what of her powers? In an Oz that, since the Wizard's departure, is under new and dangerous management, can Liir keep his head down long enought to grow up?

When Dorothy triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum's classic tale, we heard only her side of the story. But what about her arch-nemesis, the mysterious witch? Where did she come from? How did she become so wicked? And what is the true nature of evil? Gregory Maguire creates a fantasy world so rich and vivid that we will never look at Oz the same way again. Wicked is about a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to be the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, a smart, prickly and misunderstood creature who challenges all our preconceived notions about the nature of good and evil

The third extraordinary novel in Gregory Maguire's bestselling Wicked series, featuring the beloved Cowardly Lion As civil war looms in Oz, an ancient and tetchy oracle named Yackle prepares for death. Before she can return to dust, however, the Cowardly Lion, an enigmatic figure named Brrr, arrives seeking knowledge about Elphaba Thropp, the Wicked Witch of the West - the woman who defended him when he was a cub. But Yackle, too, demands answers of her own. Brilliant and entertaining, A Lion Among Men is another stellar work from the wildly imaginative and talented Gregory Maguire.

As a terrible storm rages, ten-year-old Dinah and her brother and sister listen to their cousin Gage's tale of a newly-hatched, orphaned, skibberee, or tooth fairy, called What-the-Dickens, who hopes to find a home among the skibbereen tribe, if only he can stay out of trouble

When ten-year-old Dinah and her two siblings are trapped by a terrible storm, Cousin Gage keeps their spirits up with an unlikely story -tooth fairies live in warring colonies right in your neighbourhood. Dinah is sceptical at first, but when the real world seems unbearable, stories told by candlelight have a way of coming true. Dinah starts to -wants to -believe. Don't we all?

Set in 1502, the story follows seven-year-old Bianca de Nevada, who lives on her father's farm in the scenic hills of Tuscany and Umbria. Her tranquil life is disrupted when a noble entourage arrives, bringing changes and new experiences that will alter her world forever. The narrative explores themes of innocence, social class, and the impact of external forces on a rural setting.

Inspired by a powerful story, this global bestseller combines rich themes of love, loss, and redemption. It captivates readers with its vibrant characters and emotional depth, setting the stage for a transformative journey. The narrative's impact has transcended the page, leading to a celebrated musical adaptation that has resonated with audiences worldwide. Through its compelling plot and memorable moments, the book invites readers to explore the complexities of human experience.

"Following her brother's death and her mother's emotional breakdown, Laura now lives on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, in a lonely townhouse she shares with her old-world, strict, often querulous grandparents. But the arrangement may be temporary. The quiet, awkward teenager has been getting into trouble at home and has been expelled from her high school for throwing a record album at a popular girl who bullied her. When Christmas is over and the new year begins, Laura may find herself at boarding school in Montreal. Nearly unmoored from reality through her panic and submerged grief, Laura is startled when a handsome swan boy with only one wing lands on her roof. Hiding him from her ever-bickering grandparents, Laura tries to build the swan boy a wing so he can fly home. But the task is too difficult to accomplish herself. Little does Laura know that her struggle to find help for her new friend parallels that of her grandparents, who are desperate for a distant relative's financial aid to save the family store. As he explores themes of class, isolation, family, and the dangerous yearning to be saved by a power greater than ourselves, Gregory Maguire conjures a haunting, beautiful tale of magical realism that illuminates one young woman's heartbreak and hope as she begins the inevitable journey to adulthood."--Provided by publisher

From the author of the beloved New York Times bestseller Wicked comes a magical tale of a toymaker, a nutcracker, and a remade legend. Gregory Maguire presents an inventive novel inspired by a timeless holiday story, intertwining the narrative of the famous Nutcracker with the life of the enigmatic toy maker Drosselmeier. Set on Hiddensee, an enchanting island north of Berlin known for its white sandy beaches and artistic community, the story draws inspiration from the Romantic imagination. Maguire transports readers to the realms of the Brothers Grimm and E. T. A. Hoffmann, exploring the Black Forest of Bavaria and the salons of Munich. The novel imagines the Nutcracker's backstory, revealing how he was carved and how he guided a young girl named Klara through a dreamy paradise on Christmas Eve. Central to the tale is Godfather Drosselmeier, the one-eyed toy maker immortalized by Petipa and Tchaikovsky, who presents the Nutcracker to his goddaughter Klara. However, this is not merely a retelling; Maguire delves into German Romanticism and its connections to Hellenic mystery-cults, contemplating how individuals who face life's challenges can still access secrets that empower the marginalized. Ultimately, the story conveys a message of hope: if Drosselmeier can bring an enchanted Nutcracker to a girl in distress, then everyone, no matter how lonely or overlooked, has something precious to share.

The narrative intertwines the enchanting tale of the Nutcracker with the intriguing life of Drosselmeier, the enigmatic toy maker behind this iconic figure. Set against a backdrop of a timeless holiday legend, the novel explores themes of magic, creativity, and the complexities of the human experience, offering a fresh perspective on a classic story. Through imaginative storytelling, the author delves into Drosselmeier's world, revealing the mysteries and inspirations that shape his creations.

Exploring the backstory of Elphaba, this narrative delves into her formative years and the events that shaped her into the iconic Wicked Witch of the West. The story highlights her struggles with identity, societal expectations, and the emergence of her magical abilities. Through her relationships and experiences, the book reveals the complexities of her character, offering a fresh perspective on the familiar tale from Oz. Themes of empowerment, discrimination, and the search for belonging are intricately woven throughout her journey.

From the multi-million-copy bestselling author of Wicked comes a magical new twist on Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, published to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Lewis’s Carroll’s beloved classic. When Alice toppled down the rabbit-hole 150 years ago, she found a Wonderland as rife with inconsistent rules and abrasive egos as the world she left behind. But what of that world? How did 1860s Oxford react to Alice’s disappearance? In this brilliant work of fiction, Gregory Maguire turns his dazzling imagination to the question of underworlds, undergrounds, underpinnings—and understandings old and new, offering an inventive spin on Carroll’s enduring tale. Ada, a friend of Alice’s mentioned briefly in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, is off to visit her friend, but arrives a moment too late—and tumbles down the rabbit-hole herself. Ada brings to Wonderland her own imperfect apprehension of cause and effect as she embarks on an odyssey to find Alice and see her safely home from this surreal world below the world. If Eurydice can ever be returned to the arms of Orpheus, or Lazarus can be raised from the tomb, perhaps Alice can be returned to life. Either way, everything that happens next is “After Alice.”

This edition features a stunning collection of fractured fairy tales by Gregory Maguire, renowned for his bestselling work, Wicked. It includes fresh cover art and interior illustrations, enhancing the storytelling experience. Additionally, readers will discover two exclusive, never-before-published stories, offering new twists on beloved tales.

This unique volume combines two modern classics spun from the imagination of national bestselling author Gregory Maguire. <i>Wicked</i>, told from the perspective of Elphaba Thropp, the Wicked Witch of the West, gives the wildly entertaining prehistory of the Emerald City of Oz before the arrival of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Tin Woodsman. The saga continues in Son of a Witch, the whimsical coming-of-age story of Liir, the Wicked Witch's secret son. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this volume makes the perfect gift for lovers of modern fantasy literature. <i>Wicked/Son of a Witch</i> is part of Barnes &amp; Noble’s series of quality leatherbound volumes. Each title in the series presents a classic work in an attractively designed edition bound in durable bonded leather. These books make elegant additions to any home library.

Das Buch erzählt die Vorgeschichte der geheimnisvollen Hexe des Westens aus dem "Zauberer von Oz". Elphaba, ein intelligentes und unglückliches grünhäutiges Mädchen, studiert Biologie und kämpft gegen die tyrannischen Maßnahmen des Zauberers von Oz, während sie radikale Aktionen plant.

Fantasy román ze země Oz, podle kterého vznikl slavný muzikál i film Čarodějka. Když Dorotka zvítězila nad Zlou čarodějnicí ze Západu v klasickém příběhu L. Franka Bauma Čaroděj ze země Oz, byli jsme svědky jen její části příběhu. Ale co její úhlavní nepřítelkyně, záhadná Čarodějka? Kde se vzala? Proč je tak zlá? A jaká je pravá povaha zla? Román Čarodějka vypráví příběh o zemi, kde zvířata mluví a touží po uznání a Plecháč se stane obětí domácího násilí. A pak je tu malá holčička se zelenou pletí jménem Elfaba, která vyroste v nechvalně proslulou Zlou čarodějnici ze Západu. Chytré a popudlivé stvoření, které nikdo nechápe a které stojí proti všem našim předpokladům o dobru a zlu.