People have been fascinated by merpeople and merfolk since ancient times. From the sirens of Homer’s Odyssey to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid and the film Splash, myths, stories, and legends of half-human, half-fish creatures abound. In modern times “mermaiding” has gained popularity among cosplayers throughout the world. In Merpeople: A Human History, Vaughn Scribner traces the long history of mermaids and mermen, taking in a wide variety of sources and using 117 striking images. From film to philosophy, church halls to coffee houses, ancient myth to modern science, Scribner shows that mermaids and tritons are—and always have been—everywhere.

Caught between a heart that wants and a past that haunts. For six years, Kiora has outrun the shadowy traffickers who prey on paranormal creatures. But when her truck breaks down in the small town of Whynot, her carefully constructed life starts to crumble. With her identity at risk and a trio of meddling Fates determined to play cupid, Kiora finds herself cornered—and swiping right on a dating app she never wanted to join. Troy, a seasoned merman private investigator, has been searching for Kiora for years. When aggressive ads for the Love Bites dating app flood his phone, he reluctantly signs up, only to be shocked by the profile of a stunning young mermaid. But she's not just any mermaid—she's his best friend's long-lost daughter, and she's half his age. Despite his reservations, Troy finds himself captivated by Kiora's fierce spirit, her beauty, and the undeniable chemistry between them. But as sparks fly, the traffickers close in, determined to claim Kiora for their own. In a race against time, Kiora and Troy must navigate the dangerous waters of love and danger, trusting in fate—and each other—to survive.

It’s true—you can spiritually heal; instantly manifest your heart’s desires; and commune with angels, goddesses, fairies, and ascended masters! In this true spiritual adventure story and reference book, Doreen Virtue writes about the enlightened beings who can unlock the magical gifts within you. In Part I, you’ll travel with Doreen through a Sedona sweat lodge, the Polynesian island of Moorea, a goddess temple at the Isle of Avalon, and other exotic locations. You’ll read the powerful messages she received from Mother Mary while visiting Lourdes, and you’ll peek over Doreen’s shoulder as she gives psychic readings and receives information about Lemuria, merpeople, and the new Rainbow Children. Part II alphabetically lists and describes the attributes of goddesses and angels in an easy-to-use guide that will help you awaken your innate spiritual abilities.

No one on the magical, medieval world of Tiaera - not the Goddess Astria, not her servants the Royal Mystics, not even Alain Harper and his two fellow realmwalkers - knew where Solita came from. The inter-dimensional vortex called "The Passage" that had dropped her into a chilly mountain lake had left her without memories - and with a few tantalizing clues to her past.Now Solita and her newfound friends and allies must embark on a world-girdling voyage, facing evil godlike beings, terrifying monsters and rapacious pirates along the way, searching for the right time, place and means not only to unlock Solita's past and to return her home, but to save Tiaera in all its beauty and wonder from utter destruction.

Join the club, find the magic! The third book in the brilliant Secret Beast Club series - brimming with adventure, friendship and an amazing array of magical creatures! A must-read for fans of Beast Quest and Bad Mermaids. Aisha and Jayden and the rest of the Secret Beast Club are back and ready for a whole new adventure! A mysterious necklace has been found in Liverpool by Ocean Jones, the owner of a local sightseeing company. She claims the necklace belongs to a real mer-person, promoting her boat tours with promise of a real sighting. The Secret Beast Club know that a mer-person's necklace holds powerful magic and wouldn't be carelessly lost . . . Feeling sure that Ocean isn't telling the whole truth, the Secret Beast Club vow to investigate. But this is their most dangerous mission yet - the sea is treacherous and mer-people have a natural mistrust of humans - will the Secret Beast Club save the day, and protect the mer-peoples' hidden home, before they too succumb to power of mer-magic? 'Magical, inclusive and exciting' The Bookseller on The Secret Beast Club series

Mermaids are powerful and graceful inhabitants of the waters who can teach us about harnessing the unconscious mind’s ability to attract, create, and manifest . . . while having a fun and playful life! In this latest entry into her best-selling 101book series (which include Angels 101, Archangels 101, and Fairies 101), Doreen Virtue gives you the fascinating history of mermaids and mermen from Atlantis and beyond. You’ll read about people’s true experiences with mermaids, and learn how you can unleash more manifestation power by tapping into your inner merperson. You’ll also see images of ancient and modern mermaids, including photos and descriptions of men and women who wear neoprene mermaid tails and swim in oceans, pools, and lakes alongside whales, dolphins, and other wildlife. Mermaids 101 is a wonderful reference guide for anyone who is fascinated with this magical underwater world.

Sam's life has always been strange. After all, his family have no idea that he's half monster, half fairy. But now he's keeping an even bigger secret. He alone has the power to bring monsters to life! (He's even got a tiny gargoyle hatchling hidden in his sock drawer.) When Queen Maggie finds out, she's delighted. She wants Sam to create her a whole new legion of vile ogres. When he refuses, she vows that she will destroy everything Sam holds dear. And so the stage is set for a final battle, one that will determine not just Sam's future, but that of the whole of monsterkind ... The conclusion to T.C. Shelley's magical fantasy trilogy is perfect for fans of Jennifer Bell, Sophie Anderson and Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book.

Mermaid Coralline is engaged to the merman of her dreams. But when an oil spill wreaks havoc on her idyllic village life and her little brother falls gravely ill, she embarks on a quest to find a legendary healing elixir.Meanwhile, Izar, a human man, is on the cusp of an invention that will enable him to mine the depths of the ocean. But when he finds himself transformed into a merman, he meets Coralline and joins her on her quest, hoping the elixir will make him human again. The quest pushes then together, even as their separate worlds and unspoken secrets threaten to tear them apart.Magnificent and moving, and set against a breathtaking ocean landscape, The Oyster Thief is a richly imagined odyssey destined to become a classic.

Enjoy this epic fantasy series by USA Today bestselling author Nicole Zoltack! The legends of the Grave Lagoon have never been writ, so no one knows what is true and what is mere fantasy. None are ever to go there. Guards ensure this. Yet, when playing with children, Princess Adelia is brought there. No guards in sight. Adelia and the now-magic-less Tristian have another task on their hands. Save the missing child. Allow no others to find their grave in the lagoon. Or else the Kingdom of Silva might fall prey to the creatures that lurk within that most despicable place. KEYWORDS: epic fantasy, high fantasy, action and adventure, full length fantasy, king, prince, princess, royal, historical fantasy, dragon, courtly intrigue, dark fantasy, clean fantasy, war