When Roberto sneaks off to see a movie in his Italian village, he has no idea that life as he knows it is over. German soldiers raid the theater, round up the boys in the audience, and pack them onto a train. After a terrifying journey, Roberto and his best friend Samuele find themselves in a brutal[...]

In a Chinese-inspired "Cinderella" tale for young readers, Xing Xing lives a hard life under the oppressive rule of Stepmother and Sister until one magical night when she attends the annual festival in disguise and meets a prince whose love for her changes everything. An ALA Best Book for Young Adul[...]

With stunning artwork and lively and strong story-telling, this title presents Greek myths in a most accessible manner, making it a must-have addition to the family library and a sure hit for all those intrigued with the fascinating and fantastic tales of Greek mythology. Christina Balit's stunning [...]

The new "National Geographic Treasury of Egyptian Mythology" is a stunning tableau of Egyptian myths, including those of pharaohs, queens, the boisterous Sun God Ra, and legendary creatures like the Sphinx. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tale[...]