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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. Celebrating the range and diversity of Penguin Classics, they take us from snowy Japan to springtime Vienna, from haunted New England to a sun-drenched Mediterranean island, and from a game of chess on the ocean to a love story on the moon. Beautifully designed and printed, these collectible editions are bound in colourful, tactile cloth and stamped with foil. In this haunting collection, the phantoms and ghouls of Japanese folklore stalk the page. Lafcadio Hearn, a master storyteller, drew on traditional Japanese folklore, infused with memories of his own haunted childhood in Ireland, to create these chilling tales. They are today regarded in Japan as classics in their own right. 'The stories occupy the reverie world our mind projects onto the backs of our eyelids, where the ordinary mingles with the supernatural' - Wall Street Journal

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Dive into the eerie allure of the supernatural with this compact collection of uncanny trivia and spooky quotes. From historical hauntings to modern-day mysteries, this book offers a compelling insight into the mysterious world of the paranormal. Perfect for dipping into on a dark, stormy night, it explores ghostly apparitions and inexplicable phenomena from around the world. Whether you''re a seasoned ghost hunter or a curious sceptic, this little book is sure to captivate and send shivers down your spine.Sample Quotes"The boundaries which divide Life from Death are at best shadowy and vague."Edgar Allan Poe"I see dead people."Cole, The Sixth Sense, 1999Sample FactsA small clay tablet from Babylon is said to be the world''s oldest depiction of a ghost - although the image can only be seen when viewed from above. Dating back to 1500 BCE, the ancient tablet serves as a guide to exorcising ghosts. The last line tells the reader to "not look behind you"!Many claim that Poveglia, a small, abandoned island located between Venice and Lido in northern Italy, is the most haunted place in the world. During the Black Death, more than 160,000 people were sent there to die, while from 1922, the island housed a mental asylum. Today Poveglia is off-limits - but illegal visitors have reported feeling an overwhelming sense of sorrow and anguish, and of hearing the pitiful cries of the island''s restless souls.

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Get ready for Halloween with these terrifying tales. . . Have you checked under your bed? Made sure there''s nothing hiding in your wardrobe? Good. Then you should be safe to read this book... Settle down for the 14 ghostly stories lurking behind the glow in the dark cover...Enter the terrifying world of the supernatural and meet an unnerving array of ghosts and ghouls, including a Victorian child with disturbing powers, two children with a gruesome plan, and a bizarre ghost puppy. These shuddering short stories come from highly acclaimed authors, including: Gene Kemp Joan Aiken Penelope Lively Michael Morpurgo Ray BradburyAre you brave enough to make it through all 14 stories?

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Do ghosts really exist? Perhaps you think you''ve seen one! Next time you''re reading under the covers, past your bedtime, just ask yourself ... (well, maybe don''t actually!) ... what was that?! From the award-winning team behind Real-life Mysteries, these terrifying tales are collected into six chapters, each with its own LET''S INVESTIGATE section, that will get your heart racing and your investigative brain working! How scary is that? Read the stories, consider the facts, study the frightening illustrations and then put on your thinking cap. Can you figure out what they really saw?

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A voyage through mysterious and haunted lands, the sixth volume of The Library Esoterica delves into the art, rituals, and global mythologies of the spirit realms. Unearthing our complex beliefs around death, rebirth and resurrection, we explore the art, traditions and ancient stories of the afterlife. Through interviews with scholars and practicioners, insightful essays and over 400 works of visionary art, Spirit Worlds delves into the shadows of the supernatural, from dark domains of ghosts and demons to the light-filled lands of angels and celestial beings.Across more than 500 pages, we celebrate the ways in which we connect with both our ancestors and with ourselves, as we worship, mythologize and honor our dead. We study the rites of death around the globe, highlighting the ancient monuments and sacred temples we build out of our sorrow. We showcase the altars we create and the communities we nurture as we share our grief with our gods.We dive into the rituals that connect us to those we’ve lost. And we decipher the messages communicated to us from the other worlds by mediums and prophets, through the elaborate séances of the Spiritualists, and in the storied words of oracles and fortunetellers bent at their crystal balls. And finally, we showcase artworks that that channel not only the muse, but the unknown, eloquent voices and visions from the other side.In this expansive volume, we board the ferry across the storied river and enter the gloomy passages between lands, stepping across the threshold—to part the most sacred of veils.

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"A grown-up gothic fairy tale" — one of The Guardian''s Five Best YA Books 2023The award-winning, bestselling Frances Hardinge and Emily Gravett unite for the first time to conjure up a thrilling fairy tale of ghosts and magic, highly illustrated throughout with a luscious blue ink.On the island of Merlank, the Dead must not be allowed to linger. The very sight of their ghosts can kill you. When young Milo is thrust into the role of Ferryman following his father’s sudden death, he is the one who must carry away the Dead.Pursued by a vengeful lord and two malignant magicians, Milo must navigate strange and perilous seas where untold threats whisper in the mist. Does he have the courage and imagination to complete his urgent mission?From the Costa Book Award-winning Frances Hardinge, author of The Lie Tree and Unraveller, with spectacular illustrations from double Kate Greenaway Medal winner Emily Gravett, this riveting coming-of-age tale will sweep you away on an unforgettable journey.Island of Whispers is a beautiful book that makes the most exquisite gift for anybody who loves mysterious fantasy worlds, and for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Katherine Rundell.

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Brilliantly funny new young series about the bravest scaredy-cat in the worldSam Wu is NOT a scaredy-cat (except when he is). And when a shark TOTALLY tries to eat him at the local aquarium, he decides he''s not going to take any more chances. So at his friend''s birthday party at the beach, Sam refuses to dip even a toe in the water. Nothing could go wrong now, could it?A wonderful belly-laugh of a book, perfect for young fans of Tom Gates and Pamela Butchart.‘Intensely likeable and sharply observed comic capers’ – GuardianIllustrated fiction is still having something of a boom, but if you''re looking for a non-white protagonist it''s slim pickings indeed. Happily Sam Wu is about to change all that. A hero of Asian heritage with a diverse set of friends… it''s enormous fun, madcap and relatable – BooksellerAlso look out for Sam is NOT Afraid of Ghosts and Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of the Dark!Katie and Kevin Tsang met in in 2008 while studying at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Since then they have lived on three different continents and travelled to over 40 countries together.Kevin was born in Copenhagen and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. Some of Sam Wu''s experiences are based on Kevin''s childhood. Katie was born and raised in Southern California. She has previously worked at Booktrust and also writes YA as Katherine Webber.

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For fans of historical horror and real world ghost stories, comes this collection of chilling tales surrounding some of the most haunted sites in the Japanese city of Kyoto!Kiyomizu-dera, Kifune Shrine, and Adashino Nenbutsu-ji — to most these places are merely tourist hotspots in the busy city of Kyoto… but each is hiding a dark history, tales of ghosts and bloodshed! In this volume come and hear the true stories of these haunted places, and the creatures that lurk just out of sight…

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A mortally wounded magistrate faces his deadliest trial inside an ancient abbey where the monks are going mad and the gods themselves may be to blame! Estevar Borros, one of the legendary sword-fighting magistrates known as the Greatcoats and the king's personal investigator of the supernatural, is no stranger to tales of ghosts and demons. When the fractious monks of the abbey rumoured to be the birthplace of the gods begin warring over claims of a new pantheon arising, the frantic abbot summons him to settle the dispute. But Estevar has his own problems: a near-fatal sword wound from his last judicial duel, a sworn knight who claims he has proof the monks are consorting with demons, a diabolical inquisitor with no love for the Greatcoats, and a mysterious young woman claiming to be Estevar's ally but who may well be his deadliest enemy. Armed only with his famed investigative talents, his faltering skill with a blade and Imperious, his ornery mule, Estevar must root out the source of the madness lurking inside the once-sacred walls of Isola Sombra before its chaos spreads to the country he's sworn to protect.Investigate alongside Estevar and the most heroic mule ever to appear in print in this thrilling swashbuckling fantasy mystery by Sebastien de Castell, author of the Internationally acclaimed Greatcoats and Spellslinger series!

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"A grown-up gothic fairy tale" — one of The Guardian''s Five Best YA Books 2023"With its silver-sprinkled jacket, this elegiac story . . . is perfect for autumn"Children''s Book of the Week – The Sunday TimesThe award-winning, bestselling Frances Hardinge and Emily Gravett unite for the first time to conjure up a thrilling fairy tale of ghosts and magic, highly illustrated throughout with a luscious blue ink.On the island of Merlank, the Dead must not be allowed to linger. The very sight of their ghosts can kill you. When young Milo is thrust into the role of Ferryman following his father’s sudden death, he is the one who must carry away the Dead.Pursued by a vengeful lord and two malignant magicians, Milo must navigate strange and perilous seas where untold threats whisper in the mist. Does he have the courage and imagination to complete his urgent mission?From the Costa Book Award-winning Frances Hardinge, author of The Lie Tree and Unraveller, with spectacular illustrations from double Kate Greenaway Medal winner Emily Gravett, this riveting coming-of-age tale will sweep you away on an unforgettable journey.Island of Whispers is a beautiful hardback glittering all over with silver moths, making the most exquisite gift for anyone who loves mysterious fantasy worlds and graphic novels. Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Kiran Millwood Hargrave.

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FROM BRITAIN’S TOP-SELLING TRUE CRIME WRITER''A wonderful book'' HILARY MANTEL''Gothic, dark and scandalous'' SUNDAY TIMESSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZELONGLISTED FOR THE CWA GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTIONIt is 1938. As the shadow of fascism darkens over Europe, strange things are happening in Alma Fielding’s suburban home in Croydon. Crockery flies off the shelves; stolen rings appear on Alma’s fingers; and white mice scuttle out of her handbag.Nandor Fodor – chief ghost hunter for the International Institute for Psychical Research – arrives on the scene, determined to crack the case. As Fodor’s obsession deepens, and Alma becomes ever more disturbed, the pair find themselves in a treacherous battle of wills . . . ''Prepare not to see much broad daylight, literal or metaphorical, for days if you read this’ THE TIMES''Nobody is better at unpicking stories of ghosts and murder than Kate Summerscale … Will stay with you for weeks’ DOMINIC SANDBROOK, SUNDAY TIMES BOOKS OF THE YEAR''As gripping as a novel. An engaging, unsettling, deeply satisfying read’ SARAH WATERS‘A detective novel, a ghost yarn and a historical record rolled into one . . . Electrifying’ i-PAPER‘It would be impossible to read this dry-eyed’ SPECTATORNote: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here

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Not everything that goes bump in the night brings gifts ...As the nights draw in, the veil between worlds thins, and all sorts of ghosts and ghouls come tumbling in. In the shadows, under the bed, in wind-whipped snowy landscapes and in rooms lit by guttering candles, the dead of winter are waiting for us ... and their hearts are cold as ice.From the mysterious occupant of an ancient tomb to the Christmas visitor who is troubled by violent dreams, these are ten ghost stories from the masters of the genre that will chill your blood and haunt your dreams through the darkest months of the year.With stories from Lennox Robinson, M. Burrage, Ruth Rendell, E.F. Benson, Arthur Conan Doyle, H. Russell Wakefield, M.R. James, Margaret Irwin, Algernon Blackwood and W.W. Jacobs

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I hear someone coming. It has happened before . . . Rooted in the elemental landscapes of Sussex, Brittany and the Languedoc, here are tales of ghosts and spirits seeking revenge, of grief-stricken women and haunted men coming to terms with their destiny. Atmospheric and unforgettable, The Mistletoe Bride is a collection of stories inspired by ghost stories, folk tales and legends, from one of our most captivating writers.''These eerie tales are perfect for stormy winter darkness'' Daily Mail''A master of the short form'' Stylist''A powerful storyteller with an abundant imagination'' Daily Telegraph

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A chilling short story collection by the Bram Stoker Award-winner author, including stories set in the world of A Head Full of Ghosts and Disappearance at Devil's Rock.

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'The body was cold as ice; the heart had long ceased to beat: yet there were no other signs of death.' The phantoms and ghouls of Japanese folklore are in this book driven back into the world of the living. Mysterious brides melt into mist, paintings come alive, and man-eating goblins barter for redemption. Traditional Japanese folktales and legends, infused with memories of Lafcadio Hearn’s own haunted childhood, are here masterfully retold.

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"Even as she screamed, her voice became thin, like a crying of wind; then she melted into a bright white mist that spired to the roof beams. Never again was she seen."Lafcadio Hearn''s Kwaidan (which means "ghost story" in Japanese) is the first and most famous collection of Japanese yokai stories ever published. This unforgettable collection of 17 eerie tales and 3 original cultural studies by Hearn are based on traditional oral tales passed down for generations. They are fresh reminders of the dark and mysterious corners of the Japanese psyche, from popular representations in anime, manga and video games to Masaki Kobayashi''s Oscar-nominated horror film Kwaidan.This new edition includes over 20 full-color woodblock prints that showcase the rich visual tradition of Japanese Yokai. A new foreword by Michael Dylan Foster, the leading Western expert on Yokai literature, places the stories in context and explains the lasting importance of Hearn''s pioneering look at Japan''s bewitching spirit world.The stories in this volume include:"Yuki-onna" — A ghostly woman saves a man during a fierce snowstorm then gives him a deadly warning… "The Story of Mimi-Nashi-Hoichi" — A musician is unwittingly called upon by a Samurai to perform for the dead, with bloody consequences."Diplomacy" — A Samurai warrior avoids the ghostly revenge of a man he intends to kill by outsmarting him before striking he strikes the death blow.Hearn is the best-known early Western interpreter of Japanese culture and was particularly interested in tales of the supernatural. He eagerly gathered "delicate, transparent, ghostly sketches" in his adopted land and translated them with gusto. His English versions were translated back into Japanese and are considered classics of Japanese literature to this day—eagerly devoured by Japanese school children.

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This luxurious hardback compendium showcases the very best of the cosmic horror genre through 10 classic tales, beautifully presented with gilded page edges, patterned endpapers and cover embossing.The Necronomicon is a fictional book of dark magic that appears in several of H. P. Lovecraft''s stories. With its ancient evils and long-forgotten secrets, it symbolizes the essence of cosmic horror that is at the heart of Lovecraft''s fiction. His tales of tentacled Elder Gods, nightmarish visions, and creeping insanity helped create the horror genre as we know it.This anthology brings together tales from H.P. Lovecraft and his fellow writers of the "weird", including Arthur Machen, Robert W. Chambers, and Lafeadio Hearn. Whether telling of the emergence of a tentacled alien being in "The Call of Cthulhu" or the sinister discovery of secrets in "The Black Seal," the stories found here are the stuff of nightmares.Includes:• The History of the Necronomicon by H. P. Lovecraft• The Haunter of the Ring by Robert E. Howard• Nightmare-Touch by Lafcadio Hearn• The Mask by Robert W. ChambersPart of the Arcturus Gilded Classics series, this edition is features deluxe gilded page edges, silver cover embossing and ivory pages, evoking the ancient treasury of forbidden knowledge that was Lovecraft''s Necronomicon.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

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The dead wreak revenge on the living, paintings come alive, spectral brides possess mortal men and a priest devours human flesh in these chilling Japanese ghost stories retold by a master of the supernatural. Lafcadio Hearn drew on the phantoms and ghouls of traditional Japanese folklore - including the headless ''rokuro-kubi'', the monstrous goblins ''jikininki'' or the faceless ''mujina'' who stalk lonely neighbourhoods - and infused them with his own memories of his haunted childhood in nineteenth-century Ireland to create these terrifying tales of striking and eerie power. Today they are regarded in Japan as classics in their own right.

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The dead wreak revenge on the living, paintings come alive, spectral brides possess mortal men and a priest devours human flesh in these chilling Japanese ghost stories retold by a master of the supernatural. Lafcadio Hearn drew on the phantoms and ghouls of traditional Japanese folklore - including the headless 'rokuro-kubi', the monstrous goblins 'jikininki' or the faceless 'mujina' who stalk lonely neighbourhoods - and infused them with his own memories of his haunted childhood in nineteenth-century Ireland to create these terrifying tales of striking and eerie power. Today they are regarded in Japan as classics in their own right. Edited with an introduction by Paul Murray

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Nechte se strhnout děsivými příběhy Mangy Jókai! Tyto klasické japonské pověsti jsou založeny na příbězích, které napsal slavný autor Lafcadio Hearn mezi lety 1890 až 1904. Oceňovaný komiksový spisovatel Sean Michael, mimo jiné Hearnův velký obdivovatel, se rozhodl některé z nich převyprávět a výsledkem je Jókai Manga! V ní najdete hned sedm nejznámějších klasických pověstí, mezi nimi například: Tajemství ze záhrobí: Mladá žena vyděsí svoji rodinu, když se vrátí jako duch. Nedokáže najít klid, dokud nebude pryč ono šokující tajemství, které po sobě zanechala. Nuke-kubi: Samuraj bez pána se rozhodne přečkat noc v domě jednoho laskavého muže, aniž by tušil, že mu brzy půjde o život. Bude mít totiž co dočinění s bezhlavými skřety! Dívka z obrazu: Mladý muž si pořídí obraz krásné dívky a jeho prvotní zalíbení dosáhne nezdravé posedlosti. Ale copak může dál vést obyčejný život? Mrtvý jezdec: Mrtvá žena se rozhodne pomstít muži, který se s ní rozvedl. A on velice rychle zjistí, že cena, kterou musí zaplatit, aby se dostal z jejích spárů, je přinejmenším bláznivá! Atmosféru jednotlivých příběhů dokreslují úžasné ilustrace od japonské umělkyně Inko Ai Takita z Velké Británie. Autentický zážitek umocňuje i tradiční japonský způsob čtení – odzadu dopředu.

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"Think not that dreams appear to the dreamer only at night, the dream of this world of pain appears to us even by day."In this book, famed author Lafcadio Hearn presents 14 fascinating stories—including deathless ghosts and yokai, local folklore and haunted places, as well as Buddhist traditions. This edition includes a new foreword by Michael Dylan Foster which explains the book''s importance as a Japanese cultural and literary classic.The Japanese have two kinds of ghosts in their folklore—the spirits of the dead and the spirits of the living. In Ghostly Japan examines both and, in the process, offers a fascinating window into Japan''s supernatural and spiritual world.The 14 stories include:"Fragment"—A young pilgrim encounters a mountain of skulls and is shown a terrible truth"Ingwa-banashi"—On her deathbed, a dying wife bequeaths to her young rival a sinister and horrific gift"A Passional Karma"—A spectral beauty transcends death to return for her handsome samurai lover"Story of a Tengu"—A priest saves the life of a Yokai monk and is granted a wish, but the outcome is not as expectedWhile some stories contain spine-tingling imagery, others offer looks into Japan''s rich culture and folklore. "Bits of Poetry" offers an engaging study on the nation''s fascination with verse, "Japanese Buddhist Proverbs" explains the meaning of several traditional Zen Buddhist sayings and "Incense" examines its use in rituals to summon and banish spirits.Whether you''re interested in classic ghost stories, or simply want to enjoy the prose of a legendary writer, In Ghostly Japan affords countless delights.

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Be whisked away to an enchanted woods through 500+ stickers, 50+ activity and coloring pages, and fun quizzes that celebrate all things forestcore and fairy. Forest, Fairies, Mushrooms and Goblins Sticker, Color & Activity Book transports you to a scenic wonderland, where dappled light softly illuminates the ferns, mushrooms, and tiny creatures on the forest floor. Delicate fairies flit about and mischievous goblins lurk. Inspired by trends including the forestcore, goblincore, and dark academia aesthetics, this delightful activity book helps you explore your creative side with:Exquisitely illustrated stickers for decorating envelopes, gift wrap, letters, scrapbooks, and photo albumsCaptivating coloring pages, featuring line-drawn images of fairies, goblins, mushrooms, and moreWord games and activities, such as mazes and quizzesWith beautiful foil accents on the cover, so many pages to look at, and so many things to do, Forest, Fairies, Mushrooms and Goblins Sticker, Color & Activity Book is the perfect gift for crafters, sticker-lovers, and anyone who loves the forestcore aesthetic.

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Discover the spine-tingling history of ghosts and the supernatural across the world in this stunningly illustrated title. A History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most intriguing and enduring subjects in the world, covering everything from Neolithic ancestor worship and ancient necromancy to modern-day ghost-hunting and “creepypasta” tales, and from the Japanese onryo to the La Llorona of Latin America. The perfect introduction to the subject, this fascinating volume charts the various ways in which spirits and the spirit world have been depicted in myth and religion, folklore, art, literature, and cinema, and how the idea of ghosts and otherworldly beings have resonated with people through history and across the world. In this blood-curdling book, you will find:More than 350 full-colour images combined with engaging, accessible text that brings the subject to life, with biographies of key figuresInfamous tales of haunted houses and ghost ships, séances and mediumship, poltergeists, possessions, and demonic encountersProfiles of other unearthly and undead beings such as werewolves and vampires, and galleries of everything from effigies and dolls to tools used in paranormal investigationsDetails of scientific theories that have attempted to shed light on the spirit phenomenon – such as “stone tape” theory and Kirlian photographyA serious and comprehensive, but accessible guide to the subject, A History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural will shock and delight you in equal measure – whether you are a believer or a sceptic. The Esoteric Histories seriesWith global sales of more than 300,000 copies, DK’s Esoteric Histories explore the rich traditions of mystical and mysterious subjects – from witchcraft to the world of the unexplained – weaving together religion, mythology, folklore, and the paranormal with art, culture, and science. Other titles in the series include A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult; A History of Astrology, Divination and Prophecy; and A History of Horror, Fear and the Uncanny.

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A unique collection of traditional stories about faeries, elves and goblins. Faeries, elves, goblins, leprechauns, brownies, spriggans and many other supernatural beings leap vividly off the page in this collection of haunting stories. Included are 25 stories drawing on folklore from the rich narrative heritage of Britain and Ireland.Marvel over ancient spells to summon faeries to your house, tremble at the shapeshifting powers of dangerous faery queens, lose yourself amongst the illusions of Faeryland and learn how to protect family members from the terrors of faery abduction. Interspersed with facts on faery folklore, these tales cover faery morals, elvish misdemeanours, the spells cast by goblins and the sightings of the creatures, as well as their dealings with mortals.With charming illustrations from favourite illustrators throughout, including Arthur Rackham, this book reminds us of the enduring appeal of folklore and mystery for all generations.

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Eerie tales of Japanese goblins, ghosts and magic beautifully illustrated in a deluxe collector's edition!

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Set fifteen years after the seismic events of Brilliance of the Moon, The Harsh Cry of the Heron is an elegiac and bittersweet successor to the bestselling series by Lian Hearn, Tales of the Otori.Their realm is held in balance by their union . . . Break that union and the Three Countries will fall apart.Otori Takeo and Kaede have ruled the Three Countries peacefully for over sixteen years, following the events laid out in the epic Tales of the Otori. They have three daughters: Shigeko, fifteen years old and heir to the Otori, and Maya and Miki, thirteen-year-old twins who have inherited the supernatural skills of their father. Kaede knows nothing of the prophecy that Takeo will die at the hands of his son and longs to give him a male child. Nor does she know of the boy he fathered sixteen years ago – a boy whose heart is filled with hatred and whose skills as a Ghostmaster give him the power to incite the dead.Takeo is determined that clan conflicts will never again ravage the Three Countries, but warriors are born to fight: the warlord Arai Zenko has deadly ambitions, the Emperor himself has challenged Takeo’s rule and, despite a delicate truce between the deadly Tribe and the Otori, revenge still eats at the heart of renegade leader Kikuta Akio . . .Against these gathering threats Takeo draws strength from his love for Kaede, but even this is not beyond the reach of their enemies . . .

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The third title in the compelling Tales of the Otori – the story that began with Across the Nightingale Floor and Grass for his Pillow, Brilliance of the Moon by Lian Hearn is an epic tale of love, power and destiny, set in a mythical world inspired by feudal Japan.Takeo and the exquisite Kaede, still only teenagers, are now married, but the implacable forces of destiny that rule their lives tear them apart. Takeo, a battle-hardened warrior at the head of an army fighting for his Otori birthright, finds his courage and leadership forged in the fire of bloodshed and sacrifice, while his legendary magical powers are tested to their limits against the invisible assassins of the Tribe. Kaede, determined to reclaim her own lands, is treacherously betrayed and forced into marriage. Their love will survive until death – but death, in this savage, beautiful world, is always only a moment away.

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Discover the Sunday Times bestselling supernatural historical fantasy from the author of The Bear and the Nightingale, a spellbinding, sweeping novel set in the trenches of WW1.WATERSTONES SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY BOOK OF THE MONTH‘Darkly beautiful and deeply humane.'' Ava Reid, bestselling author of A Study in Drowning‘One of the best historical fantasies I''ve ever read’ Emma Törzs, bestselling author of Ink, Blood, Sister, Scribe''Wonderful storytelling. Inventive, haunting and deeply moving.'' Sarah Winman, bestselling author of Still LifeAmid the falling shells of Flanders Field, magic and mystery fills the air…January 1918: Laura Iven, a Canadian nurse, returns home from the war, only to receive devastating news - her brother Freddie is dead. But something doesn’t quite make sense.Determined to uncover the truth, Laura heads back to Belgium, volunteering at a private hospital. There, she encounters the eerie whispers of ghosts moving among those still living and a strange inn-keeper whose wine gives soldiers the gift of oblivion. Could this have happened to Freddie - but if so, where is he?November 1917: Freddie Iven wakes after an explosion to find himself trapped with a wounded German soldier. Against all the odds, they form a bond and claw their way to an escape.But in the chaos of No Man''s Land, neither know where to turn to avoid persecution. Amidst the atrocity, they encounter a fiddler with the power to make their hellscape vanish - but at what price?With the power to both warm and break your heart, The Warm Hands of Ghosts is a breathtaking and spellbinding tale of love, survival, and the supernatural.Praise for The Warm Hands of Ghosts''Well-researched and beautifully written, this is a compelling, memorable novel.’ The Guardian''A spectacular tour de force ... I love this book so much and want everyone to read it!'' Naomi Novik, bestselling author of A Deadly Education''A wonderful clash of fire and ice ... A book you won''t want to let go of.'' Diana Gabaldon, bestselling author of the Outlander series''An exquisite, brilliant gem of a story.’ Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of Nero''Arden is at the very height of her powers with this rich, heart-breaking and life-affirming supernatural journey through the darkest hours of WWI. I''ve never read anything like it.'' Laura Steven, author of Our Infinite Fates''Visionary, imaginative and brilliantly written.'' Anthony Horowitz, bestselling author of The Power of Five‘Mixing historical fiction with the paranormal, this haunting, atmospheric tale of separated siblings is a real gem of a book.’ Heat Magazine‘A gripping tale of loss, mystery, ghosts and queer romance.’ BBC Culture OnlineSunday Times bestseller, March 2024

Objev podobné jako The Warm Hands of Ghosts - Katherine Arden

''The thing about ghosts is sometimes we create our own. And sometimes they find us, no matter what we do.'' The thrilling conclusion to the Ghosts of Shanghai by the award-winning author of the Mysterium trilogy, for fans of Philip Pullman, Susan Hill and Robin Stevens.Ruby is on a mission to rescue the boy she loves: Charlie has been swept away in the powerful waters of the River Yangtze. But the world she loves is now broken by danger and fear, and Ruby is lost and surrounded by ghosts. Can Ruby trust herself, and those around her, to find Charlie and return to Shanghai? Or has she ventured too deep into the realm of spirits?On an amazing journey down the Yangtze, crossing from one world to the other, Ruby must follow the ''red thread of destiny'' to find Charlie and home, before she loses herself . . .

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of Shanghai: Return to the City of Ghosts - Julian Sedgwick

Exploring psychedelic spiritual practices and afterlife beliefs among the Mississippi mound cultures• Examines the Path of Souls or Trail of Ghosts, a Native American model for the after-death journey• Demonstrates how psychoactive plants were used to evoke the liminal state between life and death in initiatory rites and spirit journeys• Explores the symbology of the large earthwork mounds erected by the Indigenous people of the Mississippi Valley and how they connect to the Path of SoulsThe use of hallucinogenic substances like peyote and desert tobacco has long played a significant role in the spiritual practices and traditions of Native Americans. While the majority of those practices are well documented, the relationship between entheogens and Native Americans of the Southeast has gone largely unexplored.Examining the role of psychoactive plants in afterlife traditions, sacred rituals, and spirit journeying by shamans of the Mississippian mound cultures, P. D. Newman explores in depth the Native American death journey known as the "Trail of Ghosts" or "Path of Souls." He demonstrates how practices such as fasting and trancework when used with psychedelic plants like jimsonweed, black nightshade, morning glory, and amanita and psilocybin mushrooms could evoke the liminal state between life and death in initiatory rites and spirit journeys for shamans and chiefs. He explores the earthwork and platform mounds built by Indigenous cultures of the Mississippi Valley, showing how they quite likely served as early models for the Path of Souls. He also explores similarities between the Ghost Trail afterlife journey and the well-known Egyptian and Tibetan Books of the Dead.

Objev podobné jako Tripping the Trail of Ghosts - P. D. Newman

An artist investigates strange goings on at the British museum - and uncovers a maelstrom of disquiet within its corridors, galleries and vaults“An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.” - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches“Fascinating and illuminating” - Peter Ackroyd“Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.” - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York“Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology” - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts“A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling” - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The FacemakerWhat if the British Museum isn't a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits? When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters. It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum's contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection's cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world's oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the British Museum - Noah Angell

''An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.'' - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches''Fascinating and illuminating'' - Peter Ackroyd''Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.'' - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York''Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology'' - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts''A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling'' - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The Facemaker''A reader might well do as Angell did himself: come for the delicious ghost stories but stay for a complete takedown of the British Museum project.'' The New StatesmanWhat if the British Museum isn''t a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits?When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters.It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum''s contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection''s cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world''s oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.It now appears that the objects are fighting back.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the British Museum - Noah Angell

The north-east of England – Durham, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, and Teesside – has witnessed many grisly and tragic events over the centuries and it is no surprise that it is one of the most haunted parts of the country. In Ghosts of the North East paranormal investigator Rob Kirkup examines some of the region’s most interesting ghostly stories. Newcastle’s Norman Castle Keep has many such tales, the best known of which is of the ‘Poppy Girl’ who haunts a condemned cell. Durham Castle has many ghostly legends and further afield in Northumberland, Chillingham Castle is infamous as the haunt of the torturer John Sage, who would maim, torture and kill Scottish prisoners within the twelfth-century fortress. These tales of hauntings and other paranormal experiences in the North East are accompanied by illustrations of places featured in the text. They will fascinate all those interested in the story of ghosts in this region of England as well as those who wish to know more about its history.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the North East - Rob Kirkup

Burial of Ghosts is a page-turning standalone crime novel from Ann Cleeves, author and creator of the three astounding TV series Shetland, Vera and The Long Call.Abandoned as a baby, twenty-five-year-old Lizzie Bartholomew spent her childhood moving between foster homes and has had more than her fair share of troubles.Now a holiday in Morocco seems to be the perfect escape. Especially when she meets Philip, a fellow tourist. After a brief affair, Lizzie returns to England, only to find a solicitor''s letter waiting for her.Philip Samson has died and has left Lizzie a gift of £15,000 in his will. But there are conditions attached to this unexpected legacy that will soon force Lizzie to confront terrifying secrets from her past life . . .What readers are saying about Burial of Ghosts:‘One of the best starts to a murder-thriller I can remember''‘As always with Ann Cleeves, it is excellently written. I certainly wouldn''t hesitate to recommend it''‘The plot kept me turning the pages and was full of surprises. Well worth a read''‘Difficult to put down! I will definitely read others by this author''‘Keeps your attention glued to the last page. An excellent whodunnit''

Objev podobné jako Burial of Ghosts - Ann Cleevesová

My Life in the Bush of Ghosts, Amos Tutuola''s second novel, was first published in 1954. It tells the tale of a small boy who wanders into the heart of a fantastical African forest, the dwelling place of innumerable wild, grotesque and terrifying beings. He is captured by ghosts, buried alive and wrapped up in spider webs, but after several years he marries and accepts his new existence. With the appearance of the television-handed ghostess, however, comes a possible route of escape.''Tutuola ... has the immediate intuition of a creative artist working by spell and incantation.'' V. S. Pritchett, New Statesman

Objev podobné jako My Life in the Bush of Ghosts - Amos Tutuola

The fascinating true history of ghosts - how we see them and why we believe in them, from Roger ClarkeWhat explains spectral sightings? Why do we fear the supernatural? What proof is there? Growing up in a haunted house, Roger Clarke spent much of his childhood trying to see a ghost. From the terrifying true events behind Henry James''s The Turn of the Screw to the frenzy of the Cock Lane poltergeist, he takes us on a journey of belief with ghosts of every kind.

Objev podobné jako A Natural History of Ghosts - Roger Clarke

Following A Plague of Giants comes the second novel in the Seven Kennings series - an unforgettable fantasy world of warring giants and elemental magic from the New York Times bestselling author of the Iron Druid Chronicles Praise for A Plague of Giants:''Truly epic fantasy'' James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was Lost''This isn''t just a breath of fresh air for the genre, it''s a damned hurricane'' Jason M. Hough, New York Times bestselling author''A rare masterpiece that''s both current and timeless . . . merging the fantasy bones of Tolkien and Rothfuss with a wide cast of characters who''ll break your heart''Delilah S. Dawson

Objev podobné jako A Blight of Blackwings - Kevin Hearne

''TRULY EPIC FANTASY'' James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was LostFrom the east came the Bone Giants. From the south, the fire-wielding Hathrim.It was an invasion that sparked war across the six nations of Teldwen. Now the kingdom''s only hope is the discovery of a new form of magic - one that will call the wondrous beasts of the world to fight by the side of humankind.In the start of a thrilling new series, the New York Times bestselling author of The Iron Druid Chronicles creates an unforgettable fantasy world of warring giants and elemental magic.''This isn''t just a breath of fresh air for the genre, it''s a damned hurricane'' Jason M. Hough, New York Times bestselling author''A rare masterpiece that''s both current and timeless . . . merging the fantasy bones of Tolkien and Rothfuss with a wide cast of characters who''ll break your heart''Delilah S. Dawson

Objev podobné jako A Plague of Giants - Kevin Hearne

‘Missing Roald Dahl? Need a book where bad kids are just bad and they get their comeuppance? This is the book for you.’ –  Read and ReviewedAbsurdly enjoyable dark adventure about a boy''s mission to stop his evil sisters terrorising the townIndigo McCloud’s sister Peaches is every adult''s favourite child: pretty, golden-haired, polite and charming. But the children of Blunt know better: Peaches and her three sisters are a gang of bullies who will stop at nothing to get their way.This is the story of Indigo’s battle to stop his sisters. Leaping across the rooftops of Blunt, he tries to keep one step ahead of their wicked schemes –but he has to tangle with 437 hungry geese, an avalanche of toilets, curry farts, bungling policemen, vicious eels, a pig in a witch''s hat, a three legged spider with a toilet brush and a dangerous villain in odd socks …

Objev podobné jako The Very Dangerous Sisters of Indigo McCloud - John Hearne

From the author of the Pegasus series comes the third book in a spellbinding fantasy series for fans of Rick Riordan and Shannon Messenger, in which Riley must protect her family’s new life in Atlantis.Life in Atlantis has always been unpredictable. But lately, the Community has finally started to feel like the stable home Riley hoped it could be—until the weather becomes anything but stable. After three Red Moons within a month, the latest of which brings an earthquake, it’s clear that something is wrong. But what is causing this change? In addition to creating chaos, the storms are also damaging homes across the territories and escalating tensions between the groups. And when an encounter with the Underwater Territory goes badly, several of Riley’s friends are kidnapped! With no hope of reaching her friends on her own, Riley embarks on a quest—accompanied by Storm, Alfie, Maggie, Pea, and Kevin—to enter the Enchanted Territory and seek the Fairy Queen’s help. But intrigue and secrets abound in Atlantis, and Riley is hopelessly unprepared for the ways that forgotten artifacts and ancient power struggles will disrupt her plans. Riley will have to learn to navigate the magical societies and finally learn the truth behind the island’s history if she is to have any chance at surviving the journey—let alone saving her friends.

Objev podobné jako Secrets of Atlantis - Kate O'Hearn

Over fifty years ago, with the release of The Curse of Frankenstein and Christopher Lee in Dracula, Hammer ushered in a whole new era of blood and barely restrained cleavage in glorious colour, mixing sex and horror with a style and panache that made the small British company world famous. Bursting at the seams with rare and previously unpublished photographs from Hammer’s archive and private collections worldwide, and featuring many new interviews, Hammer Glamour is a lavish, full colour celebration of Hammer’s female stars, including Ingrid Pitt, Martine Beswick, Caroline Munro, Barbara Shelley, Joanna Lumley, Nastassja Kinski, and of course Raquel Welch (who can forget her fur bikini in One Million Years B. C.?)

Objev podobné jako Hammer Glamour: Classic Images From the Archive of Hammer Films - Marcus Hearn

The Anatomy of Ghosts is a gripping historical mystery from the bestselling author of The Ashes of London1786, Jerusalem College, Cambridge.The ghost of murdered Sylvia Whichcote is sighted prowling the grounds by commoner Frank Oldershaw. Worried her son is descending into madness, Frank''s anxious mother employs rationalist John Holdsworth to investigate the sighting, throwing the uneasy status quo at the college into chaos.For the sinister Holy Ghost Club governs the privileged life at Jerusalem. Pursued by the ghost of his dead wife, Maria, and Elinor, the very-much-alive Master''s wife, Holdsworth must unravel the circumstances surrounding Sylvia''s death or succumb to the hauntings himself . . .

Objev podobné jako The Anatomy of Ghosts - Andrew Taylor

When Cass's family heads off to Edinburgh, Cass meets a girl whoshares her "gift" of entering the world of the spirits. Cass stillhas a lot to learn about the Veil - and herself. And fast... A thrillingly spooky and action-packed tale of hauntings, history,mystery, and the bond between friends (even if that friend is aghost...)

Objev podobné jako City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1) - Victoria E. Schwabová

Stories about ghosts and haunted places have gripped human imagination throughout history. From poltergeists through ghostly figures and haunted buildings, our supernatural history is full of unanswered questions. This high-interest title will enthrall readers with its investigation of the paranormal past and the intriguing answers that could solve spooky mysteries of history.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts and Haunted Places - Louise A Spilsbury

It''s 1919 and Amritsar is a city on the brink of rebellion. Riots, violence and tension spill onto the streets . . . Bissen Singh fought bravely for the British Empire during World War One. Now he waits patiently for news from England.Gurdial, a young orphan, is desperate to marry Sohni, the daughter of a rich and evil man.And Jeevan, Gurdial''s oldest friend, is swept up in the revolution and changing beyond all recognition.Bissen, Gurdial and Jeevan are looking to the future whilst trying to escape ghosts from the past. But as the fight for Amritsar reaches a terrifying climax, their lives will be changed for ever.An epic story of love and life, war and death from multi-award-winning author Bali Rai.

Objev podobné jako City of Ghosts - Bali Rai

In the third sensational and side-splitting Cinders & Sparks adventure, Cinders and her companions continue their quest to find Fairyland – but the scary Hunstman is close on their tail . . . Perfect for readers of 7-9 and fans of Shrek and Frozen.Cinders, her talking-dog, Sparks, a horse called Mouse, and Hansel (who accidentally – on purpose – ate some of a witch’s gingerbread house) continue their quest to find Fairyland. But even the bravest questers get hungry, and when the quartet stop at a market for lunch, calamity and chaos ensue.Cinders is kidnapped by a greedy goblin, Mouse is turned back into a mouse, and Cinders’s fairy godmother, Brian, pairs up with Prince Joderick to rescue her.Will Cinders escape the evil goblin? Will Sparks sing karaoke? Will the Huntsman find and capture them?The answers are: yes, not really and kind of.

Objev podobné jako Cinders and Sparks: Goblins and Gold - Lindsey Kelková

Burial of Ghosts is a page-turning standalone novel from Ann Cleeves, author and creator of the three astounding TV series: Shetland, Vera and The Long Call.Abandoned as a baby, twenty-five-year-old Lizzie Bartholomew spent her childhood moving between foster homes and has had more than her fair share of troubles.Now a holiday in Morocco seems to be the perfect escape. Especially when she meets Philip, a fellow tourist. After a brief affair, Lizzie returns to England, only to find a solicitor''s letter waiting for her.Philip Samson has died and in his will, has left Lizzie a gift of £15,000. But there are conditions attached to this unexpected legacy that will soon force Lizzie to confront terrifying secrets from her past life . . .

Objev podobné jako Burial of Ghosts - Ann Cleevesová

Live from the Crypt is a hilarious information series with an undead chat-show format where ghostly historical figures are interviewed by the crew of the show about their lives and experiences. In this volume, the ghosts of famous and fearsome pirates, including Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, Mary Read, Bartholomew Roberts, and Ching Shih are interviewed about their criminal careers and often horrible fates.

Objev podobné jako Interviews with the ghosts of pirates - John Townsend

This is a delightfully amusing story about a determined young pet stylist called Herschel, who makes it his mission to brush a bear…He’s a head stylist, pet pamperer, extraordinaire! He dreams of awards, and longs to win prizes,For coiffuring creatures in all shapes and sizes!But a bear’s not a pet!!And brushing a bear is something he should forget! This charming story introduces us to Herschel, an adventurous and ambituous pet stylist who wants to style an animal he has never worked with before... a bear! He ventures deep into the woods in order to accomplish his aim. He follows a trail of leaves into a dark cave, discovering a GIANT and TERRIFYING BEAR... who turns out to be quite polite!Bright and lively illustrations accompany rhyming text to create a fun story that will have children laughing out loud as they read along. The latest title from award-winning author and illustrator Sam Hearn this book will be beloved by children and adults alike.

Objev podobné jako Never Brush a Bear - Sam Hearn

Count along with Ten Little Ghosts and watch as the spooky, Halloween friends disappear! This perfect holiday themed learning activity book is a great toddler gift for Halloween or scary season. With interactive push buttons, this board book makes math education fun with arithmetic, adding, and subtracting!10 little ghosts howl and whine, along came a bat and then there were... nine!Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little ghosts all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each page, one more ghost disappears. To demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile ghost buttons to help children count how many little ghosts are left as the story progresses. Follow along with the easy rhythm and rhymes of this story and let your child touch the colorful, built-in ghost toys for a creative, hands-on approach to counting. Start young ones on a lifetime of loving reading and learning with Ten Little GhostsThe Ten Little Series:Makes learning fun for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten kidsHas interactive push buttons to demonstrate arithmetic such as subtracting and additionIs a great way to teach little ones to read with simple rhymeMakes a great classroom addition for homeschool or daycareDon’t miss the rest of the Ten Little Series with titles such as:Ten Little Jack O LanternsTen Little BunniesTen Little ValentinesTen Little GhostsTen Little MonkeysTen Little FishAnd more!

Objev podobné jako Ten Little Ghosts - Amanda Sobotka