Favorites for nearly 100 years, these classic novels follow the adventures of the spirited redhead Anne Shirley, who comes to stay at Green Gables and wins the hearts of everyone she meets.Includes the following beloved eight titles:Anne of Green GablesAnne of the IslandAnne of AvonleaAnne of Windy PoplarAnne's House of DreamsAnne of InglesideRainbow ValleyRilla of InglesideThis edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the chapters and sub-chapters of that specific work. Read more

How do you keep everything together when your world is falling apart?As Eve juggles her demanding job, caring for her troubled son, and managing her elderly mother’s move to a care home, her life is stretched to the breaking point. To make matters worse, her ex blames her for their son’s behaviour, and Eve is left questioning her abilities as a mother.When she discovers a long-buried family secret hidden among her mother’s belongings, everything Eve thought she knew begins to unravel. With her mother’s dementia worsening and answers slipping away, Eve must come to terms with her past—and her future…In this emotionally charged story from bestselling author Sarah Edghill, Eve’s journey reveals that even in the hardest times, hope and new beginnings can be found.What everyone is saying about The Good Daughter:‘Beautifully written with some wonderful & dynamic characters… Highly recommend!’ - Soph’s Book Club ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I devoured this… superb… A delight’- NetGalley Reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Thoughtful and compassionate.” Reader review - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"moving, tender and full of heart." Reader review - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

This ebook compiles Lucy Maud Montgomery's complete 'Anne of Green Gables' novels, including "Anne of Green Gables", "Anne of Windy Poplars", "Anne of Ingleside" and "Rainbow Valley". This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the chapters and sub-chapters of that specific work. Read more

Step into the heartwarming world of A Christmas Carol, the timeless holiday classic that has captured the spirit of Christmas for generations. Rediscover the magic of Charles Dickens' most cherished work. A Christmas Carol takes you on an unforgettable journey with Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man whose icy heart is thawed by the ghostly visitations of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Through vivid storytelling and poignant lessons, this tale inspires us to embrace generosity, love, and the true meaning of the holiday season.Perfect for readers of all ages, this beautifully formatted Kindle edition brings the classic text to life with enhanced readability and timeless appeal. Whether it's your first time reading or an annual tradition, A Christmas Carol promises to warm your heart and rekindle the magic of Christmas. Praised by generations, A Christmas Carol remains a beloved staple of holiday literature. Critics call it "Dickens at his best" and "an enduring masterpiece of hope and humanity." Join the countless readers who have been moved by this unforgettable story.Don't miss the chance to own this literary gem on your Kindle. Perfect for cozy nights by the fire or as a meaningful gift for loved ones. Click 'Buy Now' to experience the story that defines the holiday spirit. Read more

A love letter to the joys of childhood reading from Wonderland to Narnia.When Lucy Mangan was little, stories were everything. They opened up new worlds and cast light on all the complexities she encountered in this one.She was whisked away to Narnia - and Kirrin Island - and Wonderland. She ventured down rabbit holes and womble burrows into midnight gardens and chocolate factories. She wandered the countryside with Milly-Molly-Mandy, and played by the tracks with the Railway Children. With Charlotte's Web she discovered Death and with Judy Blume it was Boys. No wonder she only left the house for her weekly trip to the library or to spend her pocket money on amassing her own at home.In Bookworm, Lucy revisits her childhood reading with wit, love and gratitude. She relives our best-beloved books, their extraordinary creators, and looks at the thousand subtle ways they shape our lives. She also disinters a few forgotten treasures to inspire the next generation of bookworms and set them on their way.Lucy brings the favourite characters of our collective childhoods back to life - prompting endless re-readings, rediscoveries, and, inevitably, fierce debate - and brilliantly uses them to tell her own story, that of a born, and unrepentant, bookworm.'Passionate, witty, informed, and gloriously opinionated' Jacqueline Wilson author of The Story of Tracy Beaker Read more

Expert guidance, effective healing exercises and experience from others who have lost a parent.Theresa lost her father in 2007 and struggled to come to terms with the loss. With a career in medical communications and a Master's degree in clinical research, Theresa Jackson has combined the most effective resources, healing practices for grief and expert guidance on bereavement.Sharing hers and others’ personal journeys of coming to terms with the loss of a parent, she hopes to help more bereaved adult children on their healing journeys."Loss of a Parent" will help you...Gain some context by learning about the 7 stages of grief, which stage you might be in currently, and get an idea about what you might experience next.Guided exercises will help you work through your grief in a healthy way.Understand how complicated or prolonged grief is common, and gain insight into how to try and move on.Understand that it’s okay to have confusing or unexpected thoughts and emotions, that people react differently to losing a parent, and that you are most likely ‘normal’ in how you’re feeling.Feel less isolated in your grief, by reading the stories of how other people felt, and how they dealt with their loss.Other people are saying..."This is such a good book for this difficult time. When my father passed away even though we had some indication of his declining health nothing could really prepare m for the tsunami of feelings. I belonged to a church and they were supportive but there was very little reading material at hand and this book would have been a valuable aid to help me understand or anticipate the effects of bereavement"“I bought this book after recently losing my mum. It is a very easy book to read and understand. I found that I could relate to both the experiences of the author and other case studies easily and it made me feel less alone at a very difficult time. The book addresses all the little issues (practical and emotional) that you may not be able to talk to others about." "I can relate to the Theresa’s story, as well as the other stories recounted in the book. I still have feelings about my father’s death that I need to process, and with my father’s birthday coming up, I need a book like this one to help guide me." "Even in the best of families’ conflict can tear the fabric of the family apart and I appreciated the guidance. Without giving too much away. The author’s writing was clear and helpful. It felt as if I was getting guidance from a friend and appreciate this book. Thank you!"Get your copy today. Read more

Danny Watts has given up on ever finding love.Twice divorced, single dad of two kids, he’s doing his best. Juggling his time between work, school runs and keeping the kids alive and entertained.Midlife crisis? Maybe more of a midriff crisis. Still, the dad-bod is in these days, isn’t it?He needs a girlfriend. But even though he’s always surrounded by women, he can’t seem to escape from the sucking black-hole of the dreaded ‘friend-zone.’Devastated by going from one hilariously disastrous date to another, he resigns himself to a life devoid of love and relationships.Then a call for help changes everything.Could this feisty damsel-in-distress be his dream woman? She seems to have it all; beauty, intelligence, sense-of-humour. Could she be the one to melt his cold, blackened heart?Who Needs Love, Anyway? Is a hilarious, cynical, slice-of-life of a normal guy just trying to settle down with the woman of his dreams.Will Danny destroy his chances yet again or will he finally get the 'happily ever after' he always wanted?What people are saying:“If you're a fan of Nick Spalding's work, I can heartily recommend you give this book a go because it shares many of the qualities which made Spalding's books so enjoyable (and popular).”“I honestly did laugh out loud ... many, many times, as it goes.”“I devoured it in three days - the previous four books I read spanned many months; a testament to how much I enjoyed Adam Eccles' latest novel.”“It was so, so good. And loved the call outs to the last book. You’re three for three so far with me.”“It's written without any pretence of being a fluffy rom-com (I think Amazon has more than enough of those). Although I'm sure it would appeal to female readers, it's quite clearly written with a male audience in mind.”“It’s a really cracking book - thoroughly enjoyed it.”“So, if you're in the market for a genuinely funny, slightly cynical view of modern-day dating, from the perspective of a struggling single-dad, this is a must-read. You'll love it, I'm sure.”“I enjoy Adam's cynical and dry sense of humour with his writing and there are some laugh out loud moments. I'd definitely recommend this book for a read - no matter what your gender. :)”“It's refreshing to read a book which considers the world from the perspective of a struggling a single-dad - there aren't enough books of this ilk and this one does a brilliant job of marrying humour with the real (and sometimes poignant) struggles that come with raising kids in the twenty-first century.” Read more

🌟 Rediscover the Magic! 🌟 Step into a realm of enchantment with "Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales." This comprehensive ebook edition revives the timeless magic of Brothers Grimm's legendary stories, delighting both young and adult readers alike. Why It's a Must-Read: A Complete Collection: Immerse yourself in over 200 captivating tales, including both the famous and the obscure, ensuring a complete Brothers Grimm experience. Timeless Stories, Modern Format: From "Hansel and Gretel" to "Rumpelstiltskin," these tales are brought to life in a convenient, modern ebook format, perfect for on-the-go reading. Enchanting for All Ages: Whether it's storytime for the little ones or a nostalgic journey for adults, these stories transcend time, offering lessons and adventures for every reader. Social Proof: "An essential addition to digital libraries!" – Literary Review Weekly Over 5,000 positive reviews from enchanted readers. Recommended by top eBook bloggers as a "timeless treasure." Inside the Book: Classic fairy tales with universal themes of bravery, wisdom, and love. A diverse array of characters and plots, from the well-loved to the newly discovered. Easy navigation and a well-organized layout for a seamless reading experience. Ideal For: A magical bedtime ritual for kids. Revisiting childhood favorites for grown-ups. Enthusiasts of folklore and classic literature. Take Action!: Embrace the enchantment of "Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales" today! Perfect for readers of all ages, this ebook is a treasure trove of wonder, ready to be explored. Click to purchase and begin your magical journey through the world of Grimm! [📖 Download Your Copy Now! 📖] Read more

_______________A pocket-sized, unmissable essay on the importance of children's literature by the bestselling and award-winning author, Katherine Rundell._______________'It's a very short book but it packs a real punch... A real delight' - Financial Times'Rundell is the real deal, a writer of boundless gifts and extraordinary imaginative power whose novels will be read, cherished and reread long after most so-called “serious” novels are forgotten' - Observer'Rundell's pen is gold-tipped' - Sunday Times_______________Katherine Rundell – Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford, and prize-winning author of five novels for children – explores how children's books ignite, and can re-ignite, the imagination; how children's fiction, with its unabashed emotion and playfulness, can awaken old hungers and create new perspectives on the world. This delightful and persuasive essay is for adult readers. Read more

The Jungle Book (1894) is a collection of stories by the English author Rudyard Kipling. Most of the characters are animals such as Shere Khan the tiger and Baloo the bear, though a principal character is the boy or "man-cub" Mowgli, who is raised in the jungle by wolves. The stories are set in a forest in India; one place mentioned repeatedly is "Seonee" (Seoni), in the central state of Madhya Pradesh.A major theme in the book is abandonment followed by fostering, as in the life of Mowgli, echoing Kipling's own childhood. The theme is echoed in the triumph of protagonists including Rikki-Tikki-Tavi and The White Seal over their enemies, as well as Mowgli's. Another important theme is of law and freedom; the stories are not about animal behaviour, still less about the Darwinian struggle for survival, but about human archetypes in animal form. They teach respect for authority, obedience, and knowing one's place in society with "the law of the jungle", but the stories also illustrate the freedom to move between different worlds, such as when Mowgli moves between the jungle and the village. Critics have also noted the essential wildness and lawless energies in the stories, reflecting the irresponsible side of human nature. Read more

Unlock the more straightforward side of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dhal,a world-renowned children’s novel in which a poor and famished young boy is rewarded for his virtue. It depicts the wondrous world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory and its eccentric owner. This children's novel has since been adapted into two major films starring Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp respectively, and has even inspired its own chocolate range. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a truly heartwarming, hunger-inducing story that is fun for all the family!Find out everything you need to know about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in just a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:• A complete plot summary• Character studies• Key themes and symbolsWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com! Read more

'What was merry Christmas to Scrooge? Out upon merry Christmas! What good had it ever done to him?' Ebenezer Scrooge is a bad-tempered skinflint who hates Christmas and all it stands for, but a ghostly visitor foretells three apparitions who will thaw Scrooge's frozen heart. A Christmas Carol has gripped the public imagination since it was first published in 1843, and it is now as much a part of Christmas as mistletoe or plum pudding. This edition reprints the story alongside Dickens's four other Christmas Books: The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, and The Haunted Man. All five stories show Dickens at his unpredictable best, jumbling together comedy and melodrama, genial romance and urgent social satire, in pursuit of his aim 'to awaken some loving and forbearing thoughts, never out of season in a Christian land'. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Read more

The Polarizing Legacy of the Twilight SagaWhy does the Twilight saga—Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight books, movies, and unforgettable characters—continue to inspire both passionate fandom and heated critique? In Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight, Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher unpacks the cultural obsession with Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, and the supernatural love story that redefined YA literature and pop culture forever.#1 New Release in Popular Culture in Social SciencesExplore the Phenomenon That Sparked a Generation. Delve into the world of Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight series—the books, movies, and cultural whirlwind that have captivated and divided fans for over a decade. Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight examines the global sensation through a fresh, thought-provoking lens, exploring why it continues to ignite adoration and debate alike. From Edward and Bella to Taylor Lautner’s Werewolf Charm. This book dives deep into the Twilight Saga book set, from New Moon to Breaking Dawn Part 2, unpacking the stories, characters, and themes that have kept Twilight in the spotlight. Whether you’re fascinated by Bella Swan’s journey, mesmerized by Edward Cullen’s allure, or just curious about the frenzy behind the movies, Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher offers insights for every kind of reader. Inside, you’ll find: A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Twilight movies and their role in shaping modern YA adaptations. An exploration of the series' themes of love, identity, and power, and how they resonate with readers across generations. A discussion of the controversies surrounding Twilight, from its depiction of relationships to its influence on pop culture. Insights into the impact of the Twilight fandom, including fanfiction, conventions, and the rise of “Team Edward” and “Team Jacob.” An analysis of how Twilight paved the way for other supernatural romance phenomena in books and film. If you liked Midnight Sun, Life and Death, or Why We Love Middle-Earth, you’ll love Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight. Read more

From wicked queens, beautiful princesses, elves, monsters, and goblins to giants, glass slippers, poisoned apples, magic keys, and mirrors, the characters and images of fairy tales have cast a spell over readers and audiences, both adults and children, for centuries. These fantastic stories have travelled across cultural borders, and been passed on from generation to generation, ever-changing, renewed with each re-telling. Few forms of literature have greater power to enchant us and rekindle our imagination than a fairy tale. But what is a fairy tale? Where do they come from and what do they mean? What do they try and communicate to us about morality, sexuality, and society? The range of fairy tales stretches across great distances and time; their history is entangled with folklore and myth, and their inspiration draws on ideas about nature and the supernatural, imagination and fantasy, psychoanalysis, and feminism. Marina Warner has loved fairy tales over a long writing life, and she explores here a multitude of tales through the ages, their different manifestations on the page, the stage, and the screen. From the phenomenal rise of Victorian and Edwardian literature to contemporary children's stories, Warner unfolds a glittering array of examples, from classics such as Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and The Sleeping Beauty, the Grimm Brothers' Hansel and Gretel, and Hans Andersen's The Little Mermaid, to modern-day realizations including Walt Disney's Snow White and gothic interpretations such as Pan's Labyrinth. In ten succinct chapters, Marina Warner digs into a rich hoard of fairy tales in their brilliant and fantastical variations, in order to define a genre and evaluate a literary form that keeps shifting through time and history. Her book makes a persuasive case for fairy tale as a crucial repository of human understanding and culture. Read more

*A Sunday Times, Irish Times, Financial Times, Independent, Daily Mail, TLS, Economist, Prospect, Evening Standard and New Statesman Book of the Year 2024* Can you remember the first time you fell in love with a book? The stories we read as children matter. The best ones are indelible in our memories; reaching far beyond our childhoods, they are a window into our deepest hopes, joys and anxieties. They reveal our past – collective and individual, remembered and imagined – and invite us to dream up different futures. In a pioneering history of the children’s literary canon, The Haunted Wood reveals the magic of childhood reading, from the ancient tales of Aesop, through the Victorian and Edwardian golden age to new classics. Excavating the complex lives of our most beloved writers, Sam Leith offers a humane portrait of a genre and celebrates the power of books to inspire and console entire generations. *** 'A MARVEL' PHILIP PULLMAN 'A DELIGHT' JULIA DONALDSON 'GLORIOUSLY ENTERTAINING' TOM HOLLAND Read more

Una revolución social, un gobernante corrupto, una pareja enamorada, una violación. Lope de Vega estrenó Fuenteovejuna en 1612... ¿Sigues pensando que los clásicos son cosa del pasado? Read more

The classic novel of despair, forbidden emotions, and sexual undercurrents set against the austere New England countryside.Ethan Frome works his unproductive farm and struggles to maintain a bearable existence with his difficult, suspicious and hypochondriac wife, Zeena. But when Zeena's vivacious cousin enters their household as a hired girl, Ethan finds himself obsessed with her and with the possibilities for happiness she comes to represent.In one of American fiction's finest and most intense narratives, Edith Wharton moves this ill-starred trio toward their tragic destinies. Different in both tone and theme from Wharton's other works, Ethan Frome has become perhaps her most enduring and most widely read book. Read more

Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, Headmaster of Hogwarts, is one of the most recognizable and mysterious figures in the Harry Potter series. As an unscrupulous beetle-like journalist once said, he’s “a biographer’s dream.” Is he omniscient or limited? Is he benevolent or malevolent? What really drove him in the last years of an extraordinary life?This book will dive between the lines of the Harry Potter books to create a portrait of the controversial Headmaster. Through analyzing the careful clues buried in the Harry Potter text, we deduce what Dumbledore knew, what he planned, and why he made the choices he did. We find Dumbledore’s hand in every seeming coincidence, and we consider the impossible decisions he had to make. This book casts events in the Harry Potter series in a new light, resolving unanswered fan questions that linger to this day. Read more

A mother tethered to her home—by an autistic son who’s tethered to his computer—yearns for freedom in this “sharply observed” novel: “A terrific read.” —The HeraldAlice’s life is dictated by her autistic son, Sam, who refuses to leave their remote Lancashire farm. Her only escape is two hours in Lancaster on Tuesday afternoons.Then one day, her husband brings rootless wanderer Larry to the farm to embark on a money-making scheme. Alice is hostile—but Larry beguiles Sam with tales of travel in the outside world and, soon, Alice begins to fall for him, too. By turns blackly comic, heartbreaking, and heartwarming, Truestory looks at what happens when sacrifice slithers towards martyrdom, and how even when we feel trapped in our lives, we sometimes have more options than we realise.“Moving but never mawkish, and ultimately hopeful, providing a sympathetic portrait of a family struggling with autism in straitened times. Sam’s on-line interactions with a motley group of friends are laugh-out-loud funny.” —Sunday Mirror“[Simpson’s] writing is vivid, perceptive and acute.” —James Robertson, Walter Scott Prize–winning author of News of the Dead Read more

An essay exploring J.K. Rowling's popular character, Severus Snape, and the roles he played in the Harry Potter series. Read more