Zaiya, a powerful phoenix with a terrible past, descends from the skies to find a mate. Instead, captured by Rikka, the sorceress, the firebird is forced to attack a village. When the inhabitants fight back, the phoenix is nearly destroyed.But fate decrees that she is be rescued by a kind carpenter, Kin Woodsmith. As the phoenix and the carpenter grow closer, the young man helps Zaiya to regain her powers and overcomming her past. In return, she gives him special gifts, and togethe...

Zaiya the phoenix and her human companion Kin Woodsmith almost have the perfect life and perfect family. They have a phoenix daughter, and the trio is set to settle down to a peaceful, quiet life. But manipulative, sinister forces have cruel intentions aimed at this magical family.In order to rid their daughter of a curse, the phoenix and the carpenter must once more adventure into the heart of danger. This time, they’re caught in the middle of a battle between vengeful kings for c...

Friendships and peer relationships are one of the most difficult things about being a teen. Many face bullying of some kind or another, whether in person or on the Internet or social media. Written by Kidscape founder Michele Elliott, Teen Life Confidential: Bullies, Cyberbullies and Frenemies is a friendly, kind and practical guide to navigating these tricky relationships, and beating the bullies. Are there practical things you can do to stop being bullied - at home, at school and online?...

Ten short, sweet, lighthearted romances, celebrating the warmth and joy of the holiday season.From big cities and small towns, star-filled nights to the snowstorms of picture postcards, these couples discover the unexpected gift of a new relationship tucked among the sparkle and tinsel.Includes stories by Jessica Guernsey, Rebecca M. Senese, Leah Sage, Kat Farrow, C.J. Mattison, Michele Dean, L.D.B Taylor, Wayland Smith, Brenda Carre, and Stephannie Tallent. Edited by Lyn W...