books about: fables

books about: fables

books:

Fables

Fable II Limited Edition Guide (Bradygames Limited Edition Guides)

BradyGames

BRADY GAMES, 2008

They lied, but guide is ok just buy regular one.
First off art books not worth the extra money just go buy the regular guide. Ok so i pre-ordered both collector editions, game and guide. Originally the game was to have a collector hobbe bean bag figure with it which pictures were uber kewl. But instead I hear that ...

The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1)

Rick Riordan

Miramax, 2006

I'm sure a lot of people are saying this,but look out Harry!
Where do I start? Alright,first of all,there is great character development and great characters.The story is great,almost everything about this series is great. For those of you who haven't heard,this is about a tween named Percy Jackson.He has been kicked out of ...

Ten Little Fingers (Board Books for Babies)
Annie Kubler

Child's Play International, 2003

Created for parents and toddlers to enjoy together, these board books feature well-known rhymes and also include musical notation.

A Giant Problem (Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles)

Holly Black

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2008

Brilliant new book in the Spiderwick Series
Love a Giant Problem the next book in the continuing series of Spiderwick Chronicles. This is one book series that both my 9 yo and I can enjoy together. Great plot line complimented by beautiful, detailed illustrations.

The Battle of the Labyrinth (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 4)

Rick Riordan

Hyperion Book CH, 2008

Percy's adventures continue at a frenetic pace!
I had purchased The Lightning Thief (1st book in the series of 4, so far...) for my 11 year old son who does NOT like to read silently, figuring that we could read it aloud together, and to try to get him interested in non-fiction. It also coincided with Greek ...

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Boxed Set, The (Percy Jackson & the Olympians)

Rick Riordan

Hyperion Book CH, 2008

Excellent, even for reluctant readers
My 4th grade son who does not love to read absolutely loves this series. I can't get him to stop reading; he is reading instead of TV, video games, outside, etc. I read a few chapters of each of the 4 and they are well written, funny, and full of action/adventure. ...

Fable II Signature Series Guide

BradyGames

BRADY GAMES, 2008

Beauty with Brains
The Fable 2 strategy guide from Bradygames is awesome. I love the layout and design. It is chock full of beautiful artwork and photos. It's very colorful and makes for more enjoyable reading. There is concept art scattered throughout the book. Each page is ...

Magic Tree House #40: Eve of the Emperor Penguin (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

Mary Pope Osborne

Random House Books for Young Readers, 2008

Excellent New Addition to the Series or Standalone Children's Book
I have read many of the Magic Treehouse books while recently "studying" for my 6-year old's Magic Treehouse Birthday Party. She really loves this series, reads them ravenously, and plays "Jack and Annie" constantly with her friends. I read around 15 of them, up until ...

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable

Patrick M. Lencioni

Jossey-Bass, 2002

The best book on teamwork
This was a great book, an easy read that was packed with information and suspense. After reading the fictional part of the book, I found the in depth descriptions of each dysfunction at the end of the book very important and informative. Also what makes this book so ...

The Alchemyst: The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel

Michael Scott

Delacorte Books for Young Readers, 2008

a great blend of myth and magic
This book is about twins Sophie and Josh Newman and there adventures with the immortal Nicholas Flamel after seeing him duel the evil magian John Dee. It is a great book especially for fans of myths and legends

D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

Ingri D'Aulaire, Edgar Parin D'Aulaire

Delacorte Books for Young Readers, 1992

A great look into ancient Greece.
If and easy-to-read introduction into Greek Mythology is what you are seeking, then there is no need to look any longer. All the stories from Gaia and her children the Titans to the legendary gods atop Mt. Olympus and their children are explained in rich detail with ...

Pirateology: The Pirate Hunter's Companion (Ologies)

William Captain Lubber

Candlewick, 2006

Pirateology, Arrrrggh...
Avast thar ye bilge rat, I thumbed through this yar book at thee "Pirates of the Caribbean" shop in Disneyworld and me thinks, "I gots to get me one of these treasures". Knowings thats Amazon can beat prices like a full broadside I waited and ordered online once I got ...

Christmas in Camelot (Magic Tree House, No. 29)

Mary Pope Osborne

Random House Books for Young Readers, 2001

For the dreamer
Ever wanted to escape into a book with a child and feel young again? This book combines fantasy and Christmas into one story that is something to treasure and share with someone young at heart.

The Spiderwick Chronicles (Boxed Set): The Field Guide; The Seeing Stone; Lucinda's Secret; The Ironwood ...

Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2004

Perfect Collection of Fantasy
My husband and I saw the movie based on these books and became intrigued by the story. I immediately ordered the book collection after the movie ended. These books are very sweet with writing and illustrations that will lead any child into a wonderful world of fantasy. ...

Ranger's Apprentice: The Battle for Skandia (Ranger's Apprentice, Book 4)

John Flanagan

Philomel, 2008

The primacy of personal relationships over loyalties to one's country or duty
Spring arrives at the cabin high in the Skandian mountains where Evanlyn and Will have wintered. Will has shaken his addiction to the insidious warmweed, and Evanlyn has become comfortable with her new survival skills. One day she goes out to check their traps and does ...