"A fast-paced, thrilling horror novel that follows a group of heroines to die for, from the brilliant New York Times bestselling author of The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires. In horror movies, the final girl is the one who's left standing when the credits roll. The one who fought back, defeated the killer, and avenged her friends. The one who emerges bloodied but victorious, a victim and a hero. But after the sirens fade and the audience...

In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones...

Relates the story of how the bite of a radioactive spider turned Peter Parker into Spider-Man, and describes his family, his powers, and his foes.

A tale that brings the Ranger's Apprentice series full circle finds an adult Will struggling with the loss of his wife and reluctantly mentoring the daughter of Horace and Evanlyn so she can assume leadership over the floundering Rangers.

Provides information on people who have risked their lives to save people, discovered life saving medicine, and explored new places.

Clifford uses his size to help out in many ways--saving a kitten, rescuing people from a fire, masquerading as a elephant, and supporting up a bridge so a parade can pass.

After Ranger's apprentice Will battles Temujai warriors to rescue Evanlyn, Will's kingdom of Skandia joins forces with rival kingdom Araluen to defeat a common enemy.

"Meet the bravest heroes in the Star Wars galaxy, who defeat evil villains against all odds"--P. [4] of cover.

"National Geographic Kids Chapter books pick up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off, offering young animal lovers who are ready for short chapters lively, true stories just right to carry in your backpack, share with your friends, and read under the covers at night. Follow along as National Geographic Kids Chapters' presents a trio of true stories about incredible acts of animal heroism. Courageous Canine features...