The Hound of Rowan

The Hound of Rowan
Author: Henry H. Neff
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 450
Release: 2007-09-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375890777

MAX MCDANIELS LIVES a quiet life in the suburbs of Chicago, until the day he stumbles upon a mysterious Celtic tapestry. Many strange people are interested in Max and his tapestry. His discovery leads him to Rowan Academy, a secret school where great things await him. But dark things are waiting, too. When Max learns that priceless artworks and gifted children are disappearing, he finds himself in the crossfire of an ancient struggle between good and evil. To survive, he'll have to rely on a network of agents and mystics, the genius of his roommate, and the frightening power awakening within him.

Tapestries

Tapestries
Author: Kathy Ice
Publisher:
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1995
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Available for the first time, this collection of stories is based on Magic: The Gathering the #1 wildly popular trading card game. With an introduction by Magic's creator, Richard Garfield, these stories are set in the compelling universe of the game that incorporates a full fledged role-playing system.

Tapestry of Dark Souls

Tapestry of Dark Souls
Author: Elaine Bergstrom
Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
Total Pages: 267
Release: 2013-04-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0786964707

A young man must destroy the Gathering Cloth—a web in which the darkest evils of Ravenloft are trapped—before he is doomed to eternal darkness A creation of magic as old as Ravenloft itself, the tapestry possesses the power to attract and absorb the evil creatures that roam the Dark Domains. Only a reclusive order of monks, the Guardians, know of the tapestry's might. It is their duty to use it wisely and to prevent the beings bound within the cloth from escaping. Yet the number of Guardians is dwindling, their hold over the tapestry slipping with each passing year. Their only hope for containing the evil is Jonathan, a youth with strange magical powers. When the boy discovers his ties to the creatures of the cloth, however, he may become the guardians' doom instead of their champion.

Quest for Acacia - The Cosmic Diamond Ray

Quest for Acacia - The Cosmic Diamond Ray
Author: C.C. Adelaide
Publisher: C.C. Adelaide
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2023-09-19
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

★"A Spellbinding Story Awakens the Magic within Each of Us"★ In a realm where time and space dissolve, reality intertwines with dreams, and destiny collides with cosmic mysteries, an epic adventure unfolds—a test of courage and soul's calling to awaken the dormant alchemist within. Join Lily's odyssey, to liberate Unicorn Princess Acacia from her age-old captivity. Along the way she will encounter celestial beings, enthralled mermaids, and the arcane Doga. === ★"An Enchanting Journey into Magical and Ethereal Realms"★ ★"Unveiling the True Magic of Self-Discovery and Transformation"★ ★"A Tapestry of Destiny, Dreams and Cosmic Mysteries Intrigue"★ ★"A Spellbinding Story Awakens the Magic within Each of Us"★ ★"A Fascinating Fusion of Fantasy and Spirituality"★ In a realm where time and space dissolve, reality intertwines with dreams, and destiny collides with cosmic mysteries, an epic adventure unfolds—a test of courage and soul’s calling to awaken the dormant alchemist within. Princess Acacia, the guardian of the cosmic diamond ray from the Unicorn Kingdom, was cursed by an old magician during her visit to Earth. As time passed, the once-vibrant princess faded into a legendary enigma, her fate intertwined with the ceaseless and collective efforts of the devoted unicorns, cosmic wizards, and mermaids. Simultaneously, a young girl named Lily becomes intrigued by recurring dreams of unicorns, drawing her into enchantment and wonder. Fate threads their destinies together when Lily stumbles upon a faded news clipping, revealing the otherworldly encounters of a young marine biologist, Hank, with unicorns. With an unyielding intuition as her North Star, Lily embarks on an epic odyssey to the enchanted Mariana Islands, accompanied by her faithful companions. Here, the cosmic mysteries converge with the fabled enigmas of the mermaid kingdom. Lily's journey unfolds as she encounters celestial beings, enthralled mermaids, and the arcane Doga, all united by an ardent quest to liberate Acacia from her age-old captivity. This narrative kindles the true magic of self-discovery, where courage blooms from confronting one's deepest fears and embarking boldly into the uncharted. It also serves as a stirring reminder that all beings are interconnected and woven together as one.

The Fiend and the Forge

The Fiend and the Forge
Author: Henry H. Neff
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2010-11-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375892958

The Tapestry series continues to weave threads of fantasy, mythology, science fiction, and mystery into a wholly original adventure that appeals to fans of everything from Harry Potter to Lord of the Rings to The X-Men. Genre-blending and fully illustrated, The Tapestry novels have caught the attention of middle-grade and young adult readers alike—and the series is only getting bigger. Book One, The Hound of Rowan, was a boarding-school fantasy that School Library Journal called “a solid and worthwhile beginning . . . [that] should help ease the suffering once Harry Potter withdrawal sets in.” Book Two, The Second Siege, was an epic quest about which Kirkus Reviews said, “After devouring this title, young fans will clamor for more.” Book Three, The Fiend and the Forge, is an unforgettable dystopian adventure across a landscape overrun with goblins and trolls. The world has changed almost beyond recognition, for with the Book of Origins firmly in his possession, the villainous Astaroth now has the power to reshape history at will. Plucking pivotal discoveries from mankind’s past, he has reduced the world to a preindustrial nightmare. But while most humans toil as slaves within four demonic kingdoms, Astaroth allows those at Rowan to thrive in peaceful isolation. Theirs is a land where magic and nature flourish . . . so long as none dare oppose the new order. That proves too steep a price for Max McDaniels. Unsure of his place at Rowan, Max sets out to explore the shifting landscape of the world beyond. In the course of his travels, he will become many things: Prisoner. Gladiator. Assassin. But can he become the hero that mankind so desperately needs? In the third book of The Tapestry, author–illustrator Henry H. Neff takes the series in an exciting new direction, creating a fascinating dystopia in which myth, history, and monsters collide. Visit www.rowanacademy.com for original content, exclusive artwork, and more!

The Red Winter

The Red Winter
Author: Henry H. Neff
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 655
Release: 2014-11-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375971408

An inventive and action-packed mix of fantasy, science fiction, and mythology, all in a realistic contemporary setting. Rowan has won a battle, but not the war. With proper allies, Rowan’s armies could storm the demon stronghold, capture its ruler, and end the reign of demonkind. But while nations clash, a greater struggle lies elsewhere. In his desperate pursuit of Astaroth, Elias Bram scours the world for clues to the fiend’s true origins, identity, and purpose. His horrifying discoveries hint that not only is humanity at risk, but the earth itself. Its fate may depend upon three children. With their unmatchable skills, it’s up to Max McDaniels, David Menlo, and little Mina to tip the balance! In the Tapestry’s final volume, Henry H. Neff concludes an unforgettable series in which magic can live, gods can die, and the highest stakes require the greatest sacrifice.

The Second Siege

The Second Siege
Author: Henry H. Neff
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2008-09-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375892362

GRAVE FORCES ARE converging to seize control of the Book of Thoth, a hidden artifact whose pages hold the key to creating—or unraveling—the very threads of existence. Under the care and tutelage of Cooper, Rowan’s most lethal Agent, Max McDaniels and David Menlo embark on a quest to protect the book from the demon Astaroth, who would exploit its secrets with dire consequence. And with Astaroth free after centuries of imprisonment, the world outside Rowan’s gates has already become hostile. Far from home, cut off behind enemy lines, Max and his allies must journey across Europe, descend into the fabled Frankfurt Workshop, brave the tangled corners of the Black Forest . . . and cross beyond the veils of our very world.

The Last Beekeeper

The Last Beekeeper
Author: Siya Turabi
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2021-08-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0008472874

‘Reminds me of Khaled Hosseini, poignant and heartwarming... Simply a beautiful story that had me reading until 3:30 in the morning’ Sarah, NetGalley