adaptations

A collection of ten Jewish folktales in graphic novel format featuring the adventures of Rabbi Harvey, sheriff of Elk Spring, Colorado.

Inspired by classic stories, twelve contemporary authors reinterpret the tales for today's readers. Some tales are darkly twisted and joyful endings are few, but these new stories will be hard to forget. The twelve award-winning authors are Tim Pratt, Melissa Marr, Saladin Ahmed, Kelley Armstrong, Holly Black, Neil Gaiman, Kami Garcia, Garth Nix, Carrie Ryan, Margaret Stohl, Gene Wolfe, and Rick Yancey. Includes illustrations by Charles Vess.

In this twist on the Sleeping Beauty tale, the prince has defeated the dragon, and all that is left is to kiss Princess Aurora. When he does, though, the prince also falls into enchanted sleep. Now the story is moved to the castle of darkness and thorns that have become Aurora's dreams. The prince joins her in them, and together they must navigate the perils of the dream world and of Maleficent's dark agents.

Arthur, High King and Pendragon of the Island of the Mighty, prevails against barbarian troops and peace reigns for a short time until a deadly trap is set by the sorceress Morgian.

In this adaptation of the traditional Gingerbread man, Ninjabread man escapes the Sensei, and defeats Ninja Bear, Ninja Snake and Ninja Mouse, only to be eaten by the clever Ninja Fox.

Presents reworked nursery rhymes inviting young readers to read along with an adult. Each selection features color-coded typography and humorous illustrations. Includes rhymes such as "Humpty Dumpty," "Jack Sprat," "Little Miss Muffet," "Old Mother Hubbard," "Simple Simon," and "Baa Baa black sheep.".

Presents a collection of math puzzles inspired by classic poems by Poe, Whitman, Dickinson, Frost, and other poets. Includes poet biographies.

Tells the story of three remarkable women who alter the fortunes of Roman Britain as they fight to reclaim the magic and traditions of a once glorious past.

A retelling of the exploits of the Anglo-Saxon warrior, Beowulf, and how he came to defeat the monster Grendel.

Contains information on animals that can see well in the dark, including many different kinds of cats.