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Frankenstein's Dog - Don't Go Up to the Castle
Frankenstein's Dog explores a scenario whereby Frankenstein should have first created a dog as a pilot scheme, before attempting a man-monster, mirroring the orbit before the first cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin.The man-monster was a metaphor for many things; for instance, revolution and the violent mob, uncontrolled science and the abandoned child.He failed, through no fault of his own, to establish much of a rapport with 'fellow' humans but could form a bond with a dog.In Shelley's novel, the creature never dies and only falls out with his creator because Frankenstein refuses to make him a female mate.It is reasonable to assume that having constructed a dog, Frankenstein would be willing and able to make a bitch....
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Esmerelda Stories from Around the World
Kurumbey and his family lived a simple life on a picturesque island in the Maldives. They spent the long, hot days fishing and playing on the beach by their campfire. One day, they chanced upon an unlikely visitor who would change their lives forever. The family are faced with a challenge: will they be able to show their courage and unity to work together?Thousands of miles away, Chow Ho from Thailand is facing an awful disaster that will affect his whole family. He too was visited by an unlikely visitor. Would he and his family be able to unite to save what was so precious to them?Jetting back to the barren deserts of the United Arab Emirates, Haya, a young inquisitive tribe member must find a better home for her tribe. Will the mysterious visitor help her to believe in herself and take a risk?Esmerelda stories is a collection of short stories showing that when families work together, they can achieve the impossible.
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Ella Bella Loves the Rain
Most people don’t enjoy the rain but a little girl named Ella Bella does. Join her as she goes outside and turns a gloomy day into a fun day. Can you guess what Ella Bella does in the rain that is so enjoyable?
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Drumbalo and the Seeds of Hope
An exciting adventure awaits six-year-old Asteria, as she meets her star friend Drumbalo in a quaint farm in the South of Spain. Drumbalo comes to her aid to lift the heavy feeling that the COVID-19 lockdowns had on children, adults, and elderly folk in 2019. Each of the seven chapters touches an emotional chord with pandemic related issues such as, the dare situation that many businesses and farms suddenly found themselves in, the old people’s homes during lockdown, the wet markets’ cruel reality, and the way we can better look after our planet Earth. This funny, sad, but hopeful story strives to make this a family book to help parents discover how living with the COVID-19 pandemic influenced their children, thereby enabling to discuss and share their feelings.
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Dinosaur Eggs
Nestled under a tree in the woods, Ken and his friends find six dinosaur eggs. They take them home and wait for them to hatch. Ken has always dreamed of having a pet dinosaur. Will his dream finally come true?
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Cyril Squirrel and the Wonderfully Worrisome Task
Cyril Squirrel is tasked with the responsibility of a very important job. Unfortunately, in his overexcitement, Cyril ignores some very valuable advice and finds himself feeling extremely worried indeed. How will he get the job done? Will anyone want to help him? Cyril Squirrel and the Wonderfully Worrisome Task is an enchanting and emotive children's book that tackles an everyday problem to which all children will relate.
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Charlie Takes The Lead
Then a pattering noise and a tussling of paws,Every head turned to determine the cause,Charlie felt shy to give his suggestion,“I have an idea: a teddy procession.”Charlie is a teddy bear with big plans, leading a vibrant procession in order to raise money for a teddy bear hospital.
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Cats in Provence
The third book in the Inca book series finds our super cat detective embroiled in the world of art thieves.Inca and her family are awakened one night by a disturbing phone call; someone has stolen a painting from Aunt Florence! Now, Missy and the cats must go to Provence to help find the culprit and get back the stolen painting before the opening night of the art exhibition. They’ll need all the help they can get to recover the painting and clear Aunt Florence’s name. Inca will have to call her friends, old and new, to help solve this case. But when the case gets more confusing, will they still find the culprit? Or is Inca in over her head?Read all about the tantalizing tale of Inca and company solving a mystery in Provence, France.The Inca book series is founded on the escapades of a feisty Siberian kitty who considers herself a great sleuth. Inca the Siberian kitty, the main character, exemplifies the intelligence and cunning of our feline friends, and is a sure-footed and strong-willed leader. Readers will surely admire Inca’s grace and wit as they follow the detective cat’s adventures in these unexpected tales of redemption.This book series should be read by children who have a natural love for animals. The book is also great for cat and dog lovers, who will enjoy seeing the personalities of their favorite members of the animal kingdom shining through.
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Boo the Bee
Join Boo the Bee on his quest to find flowers and save the hive! Did you know that bees use pollen from flowers to make honey? And all the fruit you see in the grocery store has grown from flowers pollinated by bees? So when bees are working hard to collect pollen and make their food, they are also making food for us! You can help bees like Boo by planting native flowers in your garden.
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Blackwood Chronicles: Inock Tehan and the Phantom of the Ruins
Inock Tehan is just like any other 13-year-old; he enjoys watching TV, spending time with his friends and he definitely does not like school! Inock is—shall we say—different in many ways, however. He lives in Kasama, a magic city inhabited by many enchanted creatures, and is a demon himself! His favourite TV show is Power Trials, and in school, he learns all about the ancient and famous witches and demons of his world. When Inock mischievously takes his dad's special Onis flute against his ghost friend Rozanthia's advice, a series of events unravel. Mabiyah the Oracle sends Inock on a special mission where he encounters phantoms, demons, a dragon and a very special person from another world.Blackwood Chronicles: Inock Tehan and the Phantom of the Ruins is an exciting story, full of surprises, that takes the reader on an exciting adventure into a completely new world.
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Beryl the Beetle
Beryl the Beetle tells the story of a sad, abandoned, rare and old VW Beetle found hidden and rotting away at the back of a yard. She is lonely and unhappy because the other cars ignore her and look down on her. Luckily for Beryl, Ernie the paint shop man – who works nearby – just happens to be a VW specialist. The story tells of her rescue and transformation over the long winter from a sad, old rusty heap – that no one even knows is there – to a magnificently restored show stopper, who finds out what it is like to feel beautiful and loved again.See if you can find me on each page.
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Benji Yahoo and Friends: Treasure Bay
On a glorious summer's day in Qualham, Benji, Denny, Quarter, Qui Qui and Millie decide to spend the afternoon on the beach. While playing on board an old run-down pirate ship, the deck of the ship horrifically collapses under Denny’s feet, sending him crashing down into an old cabin. When all five explore the old cabin, they discover a treasure map. Is it possible Benji and his friends can follow the trail and discover the treasure?
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