An aviator whose plane is forced down in the Sahara Desert encounters a little prince from a small planet who describes his adventures in the universe seeking the secret of what is really important in life. The anniversary edition includes original reviews of the novel, information about the author's life and work and the making of the story.

When Cinderella's dad gets remarried, her new stepsiblings are not happy about having a new sister or cat. They do their best to ruin Cindy's chances with the cute, young singer in town. Little do they know, this singer finds a map that leads right to her heart.

When a queen has cravings, she has no idea about the extreme consequences of stealing produce from an evil witch. She has to give up her child, Rapunzel, and never sees her again. Rapunzel is put in a very hairy situation, being raised by a controlling witch.

Jack and his mom had to trade in their chickens when they stopped laying eggs. Their lives depend on finding food to eat. Little did they know that, in a strange series of exchanges, they would end up with the best kind of chicken they could ever imagine.

When a bitter fairy casts a spell on the princess to die at age sixteen, it takes a lot of special miracles to protect the princess. From spindle banning to feisty poodle guard dogs, extreme measures are taken. What will it take to wake up a princess who seems doomed to sleep forever?

When the little wee bear leaves the door open just a crack, a certain runner girl breaks in for a pit stop. She's in for a surprise when the bears return home, and she is caught in the kitchen. When the bears discover the stolen pizza and a broken chair, it's a good thing Goldilocks can run.

Readers will be enchanted by this gorgeously illustrated collection of myths and legends from around the world! Each tale is illustrated in a unique style that brings each story to life. Stories include: The Golden Staff, Finn MacCool, Persephone and the Seasons, The Salmon of Knowledge, The Feathered Serpent God, and more. This short, 32-page anthology will appeal to both avid and reluctant readers who enjoy imaginative collections of short stories...

Carlos is working in the kitchen of the Mexican monastery when the cook enters the room in a panic. The Spanish Viceroy is on his way for a surprise visit and will arrive by noon, expecting dinner. What will the brothers feed this important ambassador to the king? Carlos tries to stay out of the way as lunch is hastily prepared, but his curiosity gets the best of him. His eagerness results in a moment of crisis, followed by what the brothers can

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"CINDERELLA'S DRESS was like a stroll through the 1940's with a magical twist and a sprinkling of fashion. Highly recommend for all in need of a happily ever after."

On the home front in 1944, Kate wants to do her part for the war effort. She'd prefer filling in for the window dressers at the New York department store where she works, but her mother insists on sending her to audition for roles she never gets.

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“This timeless tale will leave readers suffused with the pleasure of seeing gifts received and appreciated.” –Kirkus Reviews, starred review
 
Here is the classic tale of elfin magic, loved by generations of children and made new by an artist of international acclaim. Jim LaMarche's stunningly rendered paintings, reminiscent of his earlier work in The Rainbabies, are the perfect complement...