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Based on historical fact, full of intrigue and chivalry at a time when Normandy was not part of France, this is the romantic childhood history of Richard the Fearless, Duke of Normandy. After his father was assassinated, when he was just nine years old, he is kidnapped and imprisoned by Louis of France, who wanted to annex Normandy. But thanks to the bravery and daring of Richard's loyal squire and knight, Osmond de Centeville, he makes good his escape.

The Little Duke: Richard the Fearless by Charlotte M. Yonge is a captivating tale of courage, loyalty, and resilience set in the tumultuous world of 10th-century Normandy. This classic story follows the journey of young Richard I, who inherits the title of Duke of Normandy after the tragic death of his father. Faced with betrayal, captivity, and the daunting responsibilities of leadership, Richard's indomitable spirit earns him the name "Richard the Fearless."As the tale unfolds, Richard learns valuable lessons about trust, friendship, and the strength of character required to lead his people....

Garg is an alien from the planet Zarnos. His mission is to take an Earthling back to his planet. He asks the members of the Thompson family to go, but they are all too busy. What's a little alien to do when everyone says no?

Hazel Bly used to live in the perfect house with the perfect family in sunny California. But when a kayaking trip goes horribly wrong, Mum is suddenly gone forever and Hazel is left with crippling anxiety and a jagged scar on her face. After Mum's death, Hazel, her other mother, Mama, and her little sister, Peach, needed a fresh start. So for the last two years, the Bly girls have lived all over the country, never settling anywhere for more than a few months.

Welcome, dear young listeners, to the enchanting realm of bedtime stories, a magical world where dreams take flight and imagination knows no bounds. As the sun sets and the moon takes its place in the starlit sky, a special kind of magic begins to unfold. This is the time when pillows become clouds, blankets turn into capes, and your bedroom transforms into the doorway to countless adventures. It is also the perfect time to let your imagination take you to fantastic places and create unforgettable memories and moments with your loved ones.

Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823-1901) was a prolific English novelist. The Little Duke, the first of her historical tales for children, was published in 1854. The main character is Richard Duke of Normandy, the great grandfather of William the Conqueror. The first part concentrates on Richard's failings, their punishment, and his reform, and the second part on his virtues. At the beginning of the tale, Richard is a boy of eight who becomes duke when his father dies in 943 AD. His overlord King Louis brings the boy to the French court where his life seems to be in peril.

Young treasure hunter Fish--nicknamed for his swimming abilities—learns that his refusal to fight has a cost when he's torn away from his pirate family. Fish and his friends Nora and Daniel are forced to sail under Countess Marie de Bornholdt, the widely feared and very unusual captain of the Rat Queen, and her latest assistant—Fish's arch nemesis, Scab.

What do you get when you mix two sisters, their puppy dog, and a bunch of mischievous farm animals? A lot of fun, a lot of trouble, and important lessons learned. Join CoCo and Jo on their fun-filled adventures on the farm, where life is never boring, but sometimes things go wrong, and the sisters have to face the consequences. When mistakes happen, will they find a way to work it out together? Discover the joys and challenges of farm life and sisterhood in this heartwarming tale.

Duke and Michel must rescue Michel's family and Duke's premium nibbles from the villainous Master but end up becoming pawns in a battle between the Master and King Tingaling, who is still royally riled over a portrait of him in a compromising position with a pineapple, a wad of cash and his favorite pig - Buttercup. A superb adventure story for kids ages 8+.

Skateboarder Michel is freaking out as his cousin Romain has gone missing. Michel sticks his head through a hole in the garden fence and is sucked into a giant vortex. He ends up in a mysterious corridor, with doors leading to strange worlds. He also meets Duke, a food-obsessed, sarcastic Basset Hound dog, who is searching for his brothers. Together, they hunt for their missing relatives, unaware that they are also being hunted by the Master, a villain with a dandruff problem.

Cora, the principal’s gloomy goth daughter, is not exactly popular Duke Meyer’s type. Still, Duke finds himself inexplicably drawn to her dark eyes and mysterious manner. She makes it clear she doesn’t return his admiration, but when a burst appendix lands Duke in the hospital, he and Cora will be forced to come together by the most unlikely intermediary: her eight-year-old brother, Jaime.

Auriane is willing to do anything to save her father, the kingdom's alchemist, from a supposedly incurable disease. Since humans can't find a cure, she doesn't hesitate to turn to less conventional methods.By invoking help from another world, Auriane brings a tyrannical ghost into the palace... To remedy the situation, the young girl will travel beyond worlds, overcome her fears, meet terrifying creatures but also experience a very strong friendship. Above all, she will surprise herself and reveal all her talents...

Sam and his best friend Duke are at it again. This time, the lovable and charming duo set out on an incredible adventure high above the world in an airplane. Join Sam and Duke as they explore the ever-changing and enchanting world in the sky right above our heads.

Sammy Spinner, an eager fishing bait, gets plopped into a tackle box alongside Bucky Bucktail, Francis Frog, and Suki Suick with one goal, to catch big fish. He sees shores lined with pine trees and large loons swimming on the water. He hears giggling eagles sitting in woody nests and beavers’ thick tails building dams. Sammy believes he is well-prepared to get a fish into the red boat. However, he quickly learns catching fish that live in Northwoods Lakes could take thousands of casts.

Sam wakes up to find that his shadow is missing. With the help of his dog, Duke, Sam sets off on an incredible adventure through beautiful landscapes and unimaginable places.

A Tale from the Undergrowth is a children's adventure story that takes place in the marvelous insect world known as the Undergrowth. Here, heroic bugs find themselves cast into adventurous quests where they are tested and tried by the Undergrowth's most feared and ruthless villains.

Top dog Duke and his busy crew of construction worker dogs have a big day ahead of them as they race to repair a road. With miles of new road to lay, the crew gets to work using equipment like bulldozers, steamrollers, and paving trucks. But what happens when a rocky hill blocks the way? Time to bring in the demolition crew!

Top dog Duke and his crew of construction-worker dogs are ready to knock down an old building and build up a shiny new one. With cranes, bulldozers, dump trucks, and cement mixers all on the job, these busy dogs have a lot to do. Will they finish the new building in time?

Top dog Duke and his crew of construction-worker dogs are hard at work building a new park. They need lots of cool equipment to help them dig, haul, push, and plow - like a backhoe, dump truck, bulldozer, and grader. But what happens when the crew finds something unexpected buried deep in the ground?

An evil chef faces off against the god Thor, and a hen's egg is caught in the crossfire. It hatches into a powerful chick called Thundercluck, beloved by the gods but a target for evildoers everywhere. When the Under-Cook threatens to make everyone into rotisserie, there's only one chicken who can scramble his scheme.