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The story follows Niko as he searches for his lost train in the woods, providing a relatable backdrop for discussions about God's creation and the themes of being lost and found. With engaging illustrations and a narrative inspired by Luke 15, it serves as a valuable tool for parents and grandparents to introduce children, ages 4 and up, to concepts of repentance and forgiveness through Jesus. Additionally, it promotes vocabulary development, understanding of opposites, and encourages critical thinking from a child's perspective.

Wendy Darling returns to Neverland to be with Peter Pan, but with Hook as her ally, she is really there to break Peter's connection to the Shadow, an evil force that holds all of Neverland hostage.

Set aboard the ominous Sudden Night, Wendy faces the notorious Captain Hook, raising questions about her safety and allegiances. As she navigates this treacherous alliance, the stakes are high—Wendy must determine whether she can trust Hook or if she is merely a pawn in a sinister plot that threatens not only her family's future but the very essence of Neverland. The adventure promises twists and challenges that will test her courage and resolve.

Valora Rigmore navigates the immense pressure of being the Chosen One, a role that comes with high expectations and significant responsibilities. As she grapples with her destiny, Valora must confront internal and external challenges, balancing her personal desires with the demands placed upon her. The story explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the struggle for self-acceptance, as Valora seeks to define her own path amidst the chaos of her predetermined fate.

The story follows Santana and Casey as they form a club with a unique mission: to outshine their siblings and become their parents' favorites. Motivated by a desire for recognition, the duo embarks on a comedic journey filled with schemes and rivalry, navigating the complexities of family dynamics and sibling relationships. Their antics highlight themes of friendship, competition, and the quest for parental approval, making for a humorous and relatable tale.

Colleen Oakes’s twisted reimagining of the Queen of Hearts origin story comes to a thrilling conclusion in War of the Cards. Dinah has lost everyone she ever loved. Her brother was brutally murdered. The wicked man she believed was her father betrayed her. Her loyal subjects have been devastated by war. And the boy she gave her heart to broke it completely. Now a dark queen has risen out of the ashes of her former life. Fury is blooming inside Dinah, poisoning her soul and twisting her mind. All she has left is Wonderland and her crown, and her obsession to fight for both. But the war rages on and Dinah could inherit a blood-stained throne. Can a leader filled with love and rage ever be the ruler her kingdom needs? Or will her all-consuming wrath bring Wonderland to its knees? This is not a story of happily ever after. This is the story of the Queen of Hearts.

Dorothy Must Die meets Alice in Wonderland! Heroes become villains in the twisted YA sequel to Queen of Hearts... Perfect for young adult fans of Tim Burton's Through the Looking Glass. The once-future Queen of Hearts, Princess Dinah, has been exiled from Wonderland. Her vicious father who she always feared has framed her for a brutal murder and turned the kingdom against her. Now hiding in the mysterious Twisted Wood with only her war steed at her side, Dinah is faced with a choice - to leave Wonderland forever or stay and fight for the throne. A chance encounter with a long-lost enemy of the kingdom brings Dinah more allies than she ever could have imagined. But before battle, Dinah must confront truths about her heart and her destiny - no matter how dark those secrets may be. Revolution is rising in Wonderland. Dinah's war has begun.

Loved by two men-a steady and handsome bookseller's son from London, and Peter Pan, a dashing and dangerous charmer-Wendy realizes that Neverland, like her heart, is a wild place, teeming with dark secrets and dangerous obsessions.

ROSES ARE RED, VIOLETS ARE BLUE. IF YOU HURT US, WE'RE COMING FOR YOU. Moxie meets Female of the Species in this powerful, thrilling, and deeply resonant novel about a secret society of girls who plot revenge on the men who hurt them. The enigmatic Black Coats have been exacting vengeance on men who have hurt girls and women for years. The killer of Thea's cousin went free, and Thea has just received an invitation to join the Black Coats' balancings--acts of revenge meant to teach a lesson. Justice for Natalie has never felt so close. But as the balancings escalate in brutality, Thea's clear-cut mission begins to unravel and she must decide just how far she is willing to go for justice. Because when the line between justice and revenge is paper thin, it's hard not to get cut.

Dorothy Must Die meets Alice in Wonderland! This is not a story of happily ever after - it's the twisted YA origin story of an infamous villain... Dinah is a princess, the future Queen of Hearts, who will one day reign over Wonderland. Unaware of the dark depths of her kingdom; she longs only for her father's approval and to reign with the boy she loves. But when a betrayal breaks her heart and threatens her throne, Dinah is launched into the dangers of Wonderland. She must stay one step ahead of her enemies or she'll lose not just the crown, it will be off with her head! Evil is brewing in Wonderland, and maybe, most frighteningly, in Dinah herself. The first in an epic, imaginative series tells the origin of one of the most infamous villains - the Queen of Hearts.