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When Gregor falls through a grate in the laundry room of his apartment building, he hurtles into the dark Underland, where spiders, rats, cockroaches coexist uneasily with humans. His world is on the brink of war, and Gregor’s arrival is no accident. A prophecy foretells that Gregor has a role to play in the Underland’s uncertain future. Gregor wants no part of it, until he realizes it's the only way to solve the mystery of his father's disappearance. Reluctantly, Gregor embarks on a dangerous adventure that will change both him and the Underland forever.
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In this exciting collection of paranormal tales, best-selling authors Stephenie Meyer (Twilight), Kim Harrison (Once Dead, Twice Shy), Meg Cabot (How to Be Popular), Lauren Myracle (ttyl), and Michele Jaffe (Bad Kitty) take prom mishaps to a whole new level—a truly hellish level. Wardrobe malfunctions and two left feet don't hold a candle to discovering your date is the Grim Reaper—and he isn't here to tell you how hot you look.
From angels fighting demons to a twisted take on getting what you wish for, these five stories will entertain better than any DJ in a bad tux can. No corsage or limo rental necessary. Just good, creepy fun.

Captain Will Laurence sealed his destiny when he intercepted a French frigate and its precious cargo–an unhatched egg that would give birth to the noble dragon he named Temeraire. Now China has discovered that its rare gift has fallen into British hands and vows to reclaim the remarkable beast, but Laurence refuses to cooperate. Facing the gallows for his defiance, he has no choice but to accompany Temeraire back to the Far East. The long voyage, fraught with peril and intrigue, will only strengthen the magical bond between them.

Aerial combat brings a thrilling new dimension to the Napoleonic Wars as valiant warriors rise to Britain’s defense by taking to the skies . . . not aboard aircraft but atop the mighty backs of fighting dragons. When HMS Reliant captures French frigate Amitié and seizes its precious cargo—an unhatched dragon egg, a gift from the Chinese Emperor to Napoleon Bonaparte— fate sweeps Capt. Will Laurence from his seafaring life into an uncertain future–and an unexpected kinship with a most extraordinary creature. Thrust into the rarified world of the Aerial Corps as master of the dragon Temeraire, he will face a crash course in the daring tactics of airborne battle. For as France’s own dragon-borne forces rally to breach British soil in Bonaparte’s boldest gambit, Laurence and Temeraire must soar into their own baptism of fire.

St. Vladimir’s Academy isn’t just any boarding school—it’s a hidden place where vampires are educated in the ways of magic and half-human teens train to protect them. Rose Hathaway is a Dhampir, a bodyguard for her best friend Lissa, a Moroi Vampire Princess. They’ve been on the run, but now they’re being dragged back to St. Vladimir’s—the very place where they’re most in danger. . . . Rose and Lissa become enmeshed in forbidden romance, the Academy’s ruthless social scene, and unspeakable nighttime rituals. But they must be careful lest the Strigoi—the world’s fiercest and most dangerous vampires—make Lissa one of them forever.

A unique and mesmerizing mystery with a whodunit ending that even the most skilled detectives will not predict. -- VOYA

Mead's absorbing, debut YA novel, blends intricately detailed fantasy with a contemporary setting, teen-relevant issues, and a diverse cast of characters. -- Booklist

Fans of The Twilight Saga will be enthralled by this riveting story of Bree Tanner, a character first introduced in Eclipse, and the darker side of the newborn vampire world she inhabits. In another irresistible combination of danger, mystery, and romance, Stephenie Meyer tells the devastating story of Bree and the newborn army as they prepare to close in on Bella Swan and the Cullens. Following their encounter to its unforgettable conclusion. According to the author, "[Bree's] story is a nice complement to Eclipse; it explains a lot of the things that Bella never knew."

This is Meyer’s first novel for adults. It is a gripping story of love and betrayal, set in a future, and all while the fate of humanity is at stake. The earth has been invaded by a species that takes over the minds of their human hosts while leaving their bodies intact. Unfortunately, most of humanity has succumbed, but Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away. Wanderer, the invading "soul" that has taken over Melanie's body, knew about the challenges of living inside a human, especially the overwhelming emotions and the vivid memories. But there was one difficulty Wanderer didn't expect, the former tenant refuses to relinquish possession of her mind. Melanie fills Wanderer's thoughts with visions of Jared, the man Melanie loves and who still lives in hiding. Unable to separate herself from her new body's desires, Wanderer yearns for a man she's never met. Wanderer and Melanie, now unwilling allies, set off to search for the man they both love.

Legions of readers entranced by the New York Times bestseller, Twilight, won't be disappointed by this gripping sequel. In New Moon, Stephenie Meyer delivers another irresistible combination of romance and suspense with a supernatural twist. Passionate, riveting, and deeply moving, this vampire love saga is well on its way to literary immortality.

Readers captivated by Twilight and New Moon will eagerly devour Eclipse, the much-anticipated third book in Stephenie Meyer's riveting vampire love saga. Once again, Bella finds herself surrounded by danger. Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob. She knows that her decision has the potential to ignite the ageless war between vampires and werewolves. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella has one more decision to make, life or death.

When Isabella Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks and meets the mysterious and alluring Edward Cullen, her life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. Edward is both irresistible and impenetrable with his porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts. Up until now, he has managed to keep his vampire identity hidden, but Bella is determined to uncover his dark secret. 

Twilight tempted the imagination. New Moon made readers thirsty for more. Eclipse turned the saga into a worldwide phenomenon. And now, the book that everyone has been waiting for...  Breaking Dawn, the final book in the #1 bestselling Twilight Saga, will take your breath away.

In the highly anticipated sequel to Gregor the Overlander, Gregor is summoned back to the Underland by the terms of a second prophecy. This time it is about the Bane, an ominous white rat whose survival may come at the cost of Gregor’s dearest treasure, his little sister Boots. The Bane is destined to bring a World War to the Underland. But when Gregor comes face to face with the Bane, he finds he is unable to kill this creature. His heart tells him he's making the right decision. Will it be a decision he lives to regret?