This is the tale of Amara, a being neither human nor ordinary, possessing an array of supernatural powers dedicated to battling the forces of darkness. Crafted by the Serpent Empire, her purpose is to safeguard a human empire, particularly a prince who, by the prophecy, is the cause of death of the malevolent powers. The demon king, who once capitulated to an eternal slumber after his defeat by the serpent empire some 5000 years ago, has been resurrected,...

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, America's favorite sex therapist, analyzes ancient myth and its relevance to 21st century relationships in her new book "Myths of Love: Echoes of Greek and Roman Mythology in the Modern Romantic Imagination." From humanity's earliest beginnings, people have puzzled over the dual nature of love. For the ancient Greeks and Romans, love was sweet, but it was also irrational, cruel, and often deadly. Faced with the terrible paradox...

Explore the rich heritage of the Samoan people through The Samoan Story of Creation by Dr. John Fraser. This book delves into the ancient origins of Samoa, a land known for its profound cultural legacy and seafaring prowess. Dr. Fraser illuminates the intricate creation myths that have shaped Samoan identity, offering readers a window into the beliefs that have guided the Samoan people for generations. Through its exploration of the islands'...

Moon Cakes and Mongols, a Chinese historical legend retold by Nancy Chong Whitman is related to the overthrow of the Mongol-led Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) which was founded by Kublai Khan. Zhu Yuanzhang, a leader of the peasants' uprising against the Mongols, later became the founder and first emperor of the Ming Dynasty. Moon cakes today, as years ago continue to represent the Chinese Mid- Autumn Festival. They continue to be exchanged and eaten among...

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This is an original folk tale about the origins of the constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor. Two children, Revna and Adalbern, were born from the dream of a star. Before words were written down we passed our stories to each other by word of mouth. Revna and Adalbern hear several oral stories as they travel through the North on their journey. The children want their story to continue to be told and encourage other children to find...

Double the name and double the magic, mystery, and mayhem Once upon a time, a fairy tale name generator issued a challenge to a group of authors. Volume Two of these quirky stories brings double trouble. In this clean YA anthology, spy on thieves discovering their princely identities, accompany villains seeking redemption along with accident-prone geese, and rejoice in the reunion of siblings separated at birth. Side with twins split between good...

Think there's just one fairy tale with a beautiful girl and an evil stepmother? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Snow White stories. Visit Albania, Germany, Mozambique, and Turkey, and find out who meets 40 dragons instead of "seven dwarfs," and on whose forehead a bright star shines. Fully translated Spanish text.

Think there's just one fairy tale with a girl who meets danger in disguise? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Little Red Riding Hood stories. Visit Germany, Italy, and Taiwan, and find out whose "sick grandmother" is a tiger, and who is saved not by a "kind hunter" but by a talking river. Fully translated Spanish text.

Think there's just one fairy tale with a beautiful girl and a monster? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Beauty and the Beast stories. Visit France, China, and Switzerland, to find out who asks for a grape instead of a rose, and whose beast is a snake. Fully translated Spanish text.