Genre: Short Stories

Stories from Hans Christian Andersen

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

Eleven fairy tales by the master storyteller are retold in a voice that is fresh and inventive and yet always true to the spirit of Andersen. The jaunty, playful illustrations add to the fun, bringing out with humor and verve all the childlike aspects of the tales.

Other Descriptors: Denmark, Europe, Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Picture Book » Themes: » Leave a comment

Lost and Found

By Book Importer | Published: May 5, 2011

A collection of three jaw-dropping stories: THE RED TREE, THE LOST THING, and THE RABBITS, by New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Shaun Tan A girl finds a bright spot in a dark world. A boy leads a strange, lost creature home. And a group of peaceful creatures loses their home to cruel invaders. [...]

Other Descriptors: Australia, Oceania, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Munschworks: The First Munsch Collection

By Book Importer | Published: April 30, 2011

What makes Robert Munsch’s stories so popular? They’re contemporary and zany, reflecting “a jaunty belief in the power of children…” says Horn Book Magazine. This first best-of collection features five all-time favorites:David’s FatherThe Fire StationI Have to Go!The Paper Bag PrincessThomas’ SnowsuitMichael Martchenko’s exuberant artwork has been re-sized for this new format.

Other Descriptors: Americas, Canada, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Scribbling Women

By Book Importer | Published: April 28, 2011

In 1855, Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote to his publisher, complaining about the irritating fad of “scribbling women.” Whether they were written by professionals, by women who simply wanted to connect with others, or by those who wanted to leave a record of their lives, those “scribbles” are fascinating, informative, and instructive.Margaret Catchpole was a transported prisoner [...]

Other Descriptors: International, Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Master Swordsman & the Magic Doorway: Two Legends from Ancient China

By Book Importer | Published: February 17, 2011

In two original stories set in ancient China, Little Chiu masters the sword and Mu Chi escapes death through his marvelous painting.

Other Descriptors: Asia, China, Folklore, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Santa Claus in Baghdad: Stories about Teens in the Arab World

By Book Importer | Published: February 14, 2011

A collection of eight stories, most previously published in other anthologies, about what it is like to grow up in the Middle East today.

Other Descriptors: Asia, Egypt, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syrian Arab Republic, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Give Me Shelter

By Book Importer | Published: February 14, 2011

The phrase “asylum seeker” is one heard in the media all the time. It stimulates fierce and controversial debate, in arguments about migration, race, and religion. The movement of people from poor or struggling countries to those where there may be opportunities for a better life is a constant in human history, but it is [...]

Other Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

An Island Like You: Stories of the Barrio

By Book Importer | Published: June 17, 2010

A collection of stories captures the lives of different teenagers growing up in the barrio, including Rita, who goes to live with her grandparents in Puerto Rico; Luis, who spends his days working at his father’s junkyard; and Sandra, who tries to rediscover her natural Latino beauty.

Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Realistic Fiction, United States of America, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Under The Royal Palms: A Childhood in Cuba

By Book Importer | Published: June 17, 2010

In this companion volume to Alma Flor Ada’s Where the Flame Trees Bloom, the author offers young readers another inspiring collection of stories and reminiscences drawn from her childhood on the island of Cuba. Through those stories we see how the many events and relationships she enjoyed helped shape who she is today. We learn [...]

Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Cuba, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Adventures on the Ancient Silk Road

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

A gripping account of three dramatic journeys that changed history. The fabled Silk Road conjures up the sights, smells and sounds of faraway lands. But traveling the Silk Road took years, and those who set out encountered bandits, starvation and treacherous storms. Adventures on the Ancient Silk Road introduces readers to three great historical figures: [...]

Other Descriptors: Asia, China, Europe, Historical Fiction, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Mongolia, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , » Leave a comment