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Stella Tarakson

    Stella Tarakson
    Apollo's Mystic Message!
    Arachne's Golden Gloves!
    Hades' Pet Hellhound
    Magic Animal Cafe: Herriot the Caretaker Mouse (Us)
    Odysseus' Trojan Trick
    Magic Animal Cafe: Shazza the Homesick Cockatoo (Us)
    • 2024

      Greek Classics: Persephone

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      The disappearance of Persephone, the Goddess of Spring Growth, leads her mother Demeter into a desperate search, neglecting her duties and causing chaos in nature. As crops fail and the world suffers, Persephone finds herself in an unexpected location, with an unlikely deity. This tale explores themes of motherhood, loss, and the interconnectedness of divine and earthly realms, highlighting the consequences of neglecting one’s responsibilities.

      Greek Classics: Persephone
    • 2024

      Greek Classics: Prometheus

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      The aftermath of the war between the Gods and Titans leaves Earth in ruins, prompting Gaia to instruct Zeus to start life anew. Tasked with this monumental job, Titan brothers Epimetheus and Prometheus take different approaches: Epimetheus rapidly creates animals, endowing them with protective gifts, while Prometheus takes his time with humanity, ultimately realizing he has made a grave error in his creation. The narrative explores themes of creation, responsibility, and the consequences of divine decisions.

      Greek Classics: Prometheus
    • 2024

      Greek Classics: Bellerophon and Pegasus

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Bellerophon, despite having a seemingly perfect life, yearns for greater achievements, particularly to ride the legendary flying horse Pegasus. With Athena's assistance, he realizes this dream and gains heroic status. However, as his fame inflates his pride, he becomes obsessed with an even more unattainable goal, setting the stage for a potential tragic downfall. The story explores themes of ambition, pride, and the consequences of overreaching.

      Greek Classics: Bellerophon and Pegasus
    • 2024

      Arachne, a skilled mortal weaver, boldly challenges the goddess Athena, known for her intelligence and determination. The competition pits their weaving talents against each other, with Zeus as the judge. The stakes are high: the loser faces a permanent end to their weaving abilities. This story explores themes of hubris, creativity, and the consequences of challenging divine powers, as Arachne seeks to prove her worth against a formidable opponent.

      Greek Classics: Athena and the Naming of Athens
    • 2024

      The story revolves around Helios, the dedicated sun god who meticulously manages the sunrise and sunset. His daily routine involves donning a solar crown and guiding his chariot across the sky with winged horses. However, chaos ensues when his ambitious son Phaethon attempts to drive the chariot alone, leading to catastrophic consequences as the Earth becomes dangerously overheated. This tale explores themes of responsibility, ambition, and the impact of one's actions on the world.

      Greek Classics: Phaethon and the Sun Chariot
    • 2023

      Ellie and her friend Blake embark on a quest to uncover the mystery surrounding her great-grandfather's past. Their investigation takes an unexpected turn when they find themselves entangled in a fierce animal war at the local park, shifting their focus from family secrets to survival in a chaotic environment.

      Magic Animal Cafe: Robbie the Rebel Squirrel (Us)
    • 2023

      Book 4 in the Magic Animal Cafe series!Sebastian is causing chaos at the park, scaring squirrels and chasing mice. Ellie and Blake use their magical ability to understand him ...

      Magic Animal Cafe: Sebastian the Fancy Fox
    • 2023

      Book 5 in the Magic Animal Cafe series!As Ellie and Blake go back to school, keeping their ability to understand animals a secret is the last of their worries. The local park is about to be destroyed and turned into a leisure centre!

      Magic Animal Cafe: Harish the Heroic Badger
    • 2022

      Exploring the intriguing concept of communicating with animals, this book delves into the adventures and challenges that arise when humans bridge the gap between species. Readers will encounter unique characters and experience the profound connections formed through this extraordinary ability. Themes of empathy, understanding, and the bond between humans and animals are woven throughout, inviting reflection on our relationships with the natural world.

      Magic Animal Cafe: Shazza the Homesick Cockatoo (Us)
    • 2022

      The story follows Ellie and her mother as they embark on a fresh start in a new town, where they plan to open a cat café in a historic building. As they settle in, they must navigate the challenges of their new venture, including welcoming the Andersons, who are likely to play a significant role in their journey. The narrative promises themes of community, resilience, and the bond between humans and animals.

      Magic Animal Cafe: Herriot the Caretaker Mouse (Us)