All five books in one volume: This fantasy epic about sentient prehistoric wild cats is "powerful, moving, and memorable" ( Booklist, starred review).In this adventurous series by a PEN Award–winnning author, Ratha belongs to the Named, a clan of intelligent prehistoric cats who roam a primal landscape and battle for their lives against the savage enemies that stalk the territory.Ratha's Creature: Young Ratha is a herder, not a hunter. But ...

One brave feline, exiled from her clan, must fight to survive in this PEN Award–winning author's epic fantasy adventure about a tribe of prehistoric cats.Twenty-five million years in the past, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats called "the Named" have their own language, traditions, and law. Led by Meoran, the Named herd horses and deer for food. They keep order and peace, fending off predatory raiders—the UnNamed—from all sides. But, the battle has taken its ...

This historical novel set in the Aztec Empire blends "mysticism, shape-changing" and "a deep sense of time and place" for a truly "unusual fantasy" ( Publishers Weekly).Mixcati's people are descended from the Olmec Jaguar Gods and she is fated for great things—both wonderful and dangerous. She can, unexpectedly and without warning, turn into a living, wild jaguar, just as her ancestors have done since time immemorial. Once stolen into slavery, she must stru...

A prehistoric tribe of wild cats learns the power of fire in this "page-turner full of suspense and action" from the PEN Award–winning author ( Booklist).With her mastery over fire—known as "the Red Tongue"—Ratha now leads the Named, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats with their own language, traditions, and law. But her control becomes threatened with the arrival of an outsider. An Un-Named stranger with orange eyes arrives, bringing political savvy ...

In the final chapter of the Named series, the prehistoric tribe of cats shares the power of fire with another clan—igniting the ultimate clash."Screeching in pain and terror, the rogues backed off, but they didn't flee like the Un-Named raiders did. Something seemed to force them back into the fray, making them ignore their fright and their agony to attack again. The flame-bearers' attack faltered as eyes met eyes and the enemy's ability to withstand the Red Tongue ...

The prehistoric clan of wild cats must face its past when they find another cat capable of speech in this "intriguing, well written fantasy/adventure" ( Kirkus Reviews).A drought has forced the Named—a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats—to seek temporary relief near the coast. Much to their surprise, they find a young, clever cat named Newt, whose own clouded history is intertwined with the Named and their leader, Ratha.Rejected by the Un-Named, ...

"An entrancing, occasionally erotic novel of clashing cultures and alien biology" from the author of Ratha's Creature, an ALA Best Book ( Locus).Old technology survives and even thrives on the challenges of a new planet populated by ancient human spirits. Kesbe Temiya, a freelance flyer, accepts a commission to deliver an ancient but restored C‑47 (a Gooney Bird, in twentieth century parlance, named The Gooney Berg by its new owner) to a collector ...

From the PEN Award–winning author: The Named series continues as the prehistoric tribe of sentient cats confronts a rival tribe of feline hunters.Twenty-five million years in the past, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats called "the Named" have their own language, traditions, and law. Ratha, a female Named, has brought fire to the clan and serves as their leader.In RATHA'S CHALLENGE, Ratha faces a separate clan of hunter cats, entranced by the telepathic...

Meet Monkey. Tickletastic Monkey. He's the best tickler in the world, ever; even his mum says so. And there's nothing he loves more than tickling ALL his friends at playtime!But what happens if some of his friends don't want to be tickled?This picture book shows children aged 3-6 what consent is and why it's so important. With parent and teacher guidance included, it is an ideal resource to use in the classroom to help young children understand issues of consent and persona...

From the Newbery award-winning author of The Hero and The Crown , a magic-filled retelling of Beauty and the Beast featuring Beauty and her sisters.Once upon a time, a wealthy merchant had three daughters. When his business failed, he moved his daughters to the countryside. The youngest daughter, Beauty, is fascinated by the thorny stems of a mysterious plant that overwhelms their neglected cottage. She tends the plant un...

A wolf mother has given birth but the warm bundle snuffling next to her brings only anguish. The pup otherwise healthy has a twisted leg and the mother knows what the harsh code of the pack demands. Her pup will be taken from her and abandoned on a desolate hill. The pack cannot have weakness - the wolf mother knows that her pup is condemned to die. But alone in the wilderness the pup Faolan does not perish. This his story - a story of survival of courage and of love triumphant. This is Fa...

In this digital original novella from the world of Erin Hunters #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series, discover the truth behind Hollyleafs disappearance in Warriors: Power of Three #6: Sunrise.When Hollyleaf disappeared in the tunnels by the Lake, ThunderClan believed she was gone forever. But her adventure was only beginning. . . .Lost and lonely, Hollyleaf soon meets a mysterious cat named Fallen Leaves, who teaches her how to live in the tunnels. Hollylea...