Resultados para "Collector" en Literatura y ficción

Josie always liked visiting her grandmother in the countryside. But when her mother loses her job in the city and they're forced to relocate along with Josie's sister, Annie, she realizes she doesn't like the country that much. Especially because Grandma Jeannie has some strange rules: Don't bring any dolls into the house. And never, ever go near the house in the woods behind their yard.

In this extraordinary new tale from Peter H. Reynolds, Jerome discovers the magic of the words all around him—short and sweet words, two-syllable treats, and multisyllable words that sound like little songs. Words that connect, transform, and empower.

When his butterfly-collector father is swindled to within an inch of his life, a vengeful Hector leaves the city of Urbs Umida in pursuit of a fiendish villain with a glass eye. The trail leads to Withypitts Hall, a forbidding Gothic mansion as warped as its inhabitants and their secret schemes...

Sang Ly lives at Cambodia’s city dump and is grateful she can help earn a living for her family by sifting through the trash for recyclables and things that can be repaired and sold. On a good day, she can earn enough to buy food for her family. She needs enough good days so she can pay the rent collector, Sopeap—a grumpy old woman who shows no mercy and who is willing to evict any tenant who can’t pay their rent on time. When Sang Ly is unable to pay her rent for the month, she fears her family will have to leave the dump and their shanty home.

"Viviani Joffre Fedeler is full of spunk and pizzazz, thanks to the craft of narrator Brittany Pressley. She weaves Tubb's story masterfully, bringing alive Viviani's wild imagination and exciting tales about what goes on in the New York Public Library." — AudioFile Magazine The Story...

A boy who seeks feathers for his collection finds a baby bird. While he is climbing a tree to return the bird to its nest, he accidentally falls, but to his surprise is rescued by an angel. The event begins his journey of helping others and finally leads to transforming him into a higher being.

This is a story about a little boy who loves Ladybirds and collects as many as he can. He keeps them in a tub until his mum presents him with a moral dilemma. Enter the fascinating world of The Ladybird Collector and embark on a series of adventures that children will cherish forever. These short rhyming stories are both humorous and heart warming. For ages 3-8.

NEW unabridged audio edition of The House at Pooh Corner, Milne’s much-loved timeless story collection. “In that enchanted place on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.” Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Anniversary! Join Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and their...

NEW unabridged audio book of Winnie-the-Pooh, Milne’s classic, timeless story collection. ‘You’re the Best Bear in All the World,’ said Christopher Robin. ‘Am I?’ said Pooh hopefully. Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Anniversary! Meet the world’s favourite bear in this audio...

Elara dreams of holding the stars in her hands, believing their light could be hers forever. Night after night she captures starlight in lanterns, filling her home with dazzling brilliance. But the more she hoards, the dimmer the stars become. When Luna, the Wise One, shows her the truth—that beauty is meant to be shared, not trapped—Elara begins a journey of release, generosity, and renewal.

A brilliant collection of stories based on the heroes and villains of Norse Mythology, hand-picked and collected together in this compelling audiobook. Delve into the world of gods, giants and monsters, as you sit atop Air Throne and survey the kingdom of Asgard. With a foreword from...

Rediscover the classic stories of Thomas the Tank Engine in this lovely audio collection! A nostalgic offering to share between generations that makes a delightful present for Thomas fans. Children aged 3 and up will love becoming acquainted with beloved characters such as Percy, James, Gordon...

Inspired by the true story of a girl who lived in the library, Kristen O'Donnell Tubb's The Story Seeker continues The Story Collector series with a heartwarming middle grade mystery that captures the illustrious New York Public Library during the roaring 20's. Twelve-year-old Viviani Fedeler...