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This side-splitting spin on a favourite fairy tale is full of wit and humour.So, you think you know the story of Cinderella? Well, you'd better think again because in this hilarious laugh-out-loud tale, nothing is what it seems. Did you know that Cinderella wasn't actually very nice? And that there were THREE ugly sisters? And that the youngest sister, Gertie, was absolutely the nicest person you could ever hope to meet? Surprising, isn't it? Come and make friends with Gertie, and find out if she will EVER get to the ball . . . and, watch out, you might just meet a few favourite fairy tale characters along the way, too. Smart, funny and brilliant to read aloud, this beautifully illustrated picture book is sure to draw children back again and again.Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

With shades of the 'Sopranos' and the epic movie, 'Love Story', Author Lorraine Carey brings you sprinkles from both in a journey back to the 70s in this Rival Families Romantic Drama.In the shadow-soaked streets of 1970s Youngstown, Ohio, where Mafia bloodlines rule and loyalty is enforced with violence, love is the most dangerous gamble of all. Elena Donato knows exactly who Tony Marinetti is—the son of a feared mob boss and the heir to an empire built on power and blood. Loving him was never supposed to happen. Walking away may be impossible.As a brutal feud between their families ignites, Elena and Tony are forced to fight not only for their future together, but for their very survival. Every stolen moment brings them closer to exposure. Every choice tightens the noose around their hearts.But the greatest threat may come from within Elena's own home. Her mother, Francesca, carries the scars—and secrets—of a life once entangled in the Mafia's grip. Haunted by a past she refuses to let repeat itself, Francesca will go to ruthless lengths to save her daughter from a fate she knows too well.Rich with the sights, sounds, and soul of the 1970s, this story plunges readers into the intoxicating world of Italian American family life, forbidden desire, and the deadly price of defying tradition—where love can be a weapon, and survival demands sacrifice.

Embark on a journey through time with Dylan Anderson, the lead guitarist of Ablaze, as he strives to recreate the magic of the '70s, inspired by Kenny Chesney's iconic hit, "e;I Go Back."e; In his pursuit of reliving his golden days, Dylan becomes entangled in the hidden world of a mysterious cult, eager to uncover the secrets of time travel.The stakes are high, and the risks even higher – challenges he's prepared to confront head-on.This adventure is far from a solo act. With his enduring love, Jennifer Kovich, by his side, Dylan is determined to bring her along on this journey whether she's ready or not. However, there's a catch – The dark spell Dylan has created will not allow him to return to the present even if he ever wanted to. Only Jennifer would have a chance at finding an escape route back home, but according to Dylan, it's almost impossible. Or is it? Brace yourself for a tale of love, danger, and the irresistible pull of a past era as Dylan leads us on an unforgettable voyage to the heart of the '70s.