Virginia Hamilton

A massive wall of dust is rolling across the land, burying Lindy's family farm and threatening to destroy everything they have planted. The severe drought has left the earth parched and the family desperate for relief. Right in the middle of the blinding dust storm, a mysterious young boy blows onto their property. His name is Drylongso, and he carries an extraordinary secret. He is a dowser, armed with a mystical divining stick and the rare ability to locate hidden water deep beneath the dry, cracking earth. As Drylongso becomes part of their family, he teaches Lindy the ancient, wondrous secrets of the land. You will be enchanted by this hypnotic tale of hope and resilience as Lindy's family learns to look beyond the devastating weather. With the help of their magical new friend, they discover that even in the harshest conditions, life-giving water and a brighter future are waiting to be found.

Bruh Rabbit thinks he is the smartest animal in the forest, but he might have finally met his match! When he spots a strange, silent girl sitting right in the middle of the road, his temper flares. She refuses to speak, refuses to move, and completely ignores him. Little does he know, this is no ordinary girl—she is a sticky tar baby, a clever trap set by his long-time enemy, Wolf. Frustrated by her silence, the plucky trickster strikes out, only to find himself hopelessly entangled in her sticky embrace. Has Wolf finally defeated the wily rabbit? You will be laughing out loud as Bruh Rabbit is forced to use his famous reverse-psychology to outsmart Wolf and escape the dreaded briar patch. With its lively, rhythmic language and unforgettable tricks, this classic folktale brings the legendary rivalry of Bruh Rabbit and Wolf to life in a way that is sure to keep you guessing.

Quashiba's mother has made a terrible, boastful mistake. She told the greedy king that her beautiful daughter could spin whole fields of golden thread. Now, Quashiba is locked in a room, forced to prove her mother's claim or face the king's wrath. Just when all hope seems lost, a strange, tiny man named Lit'mahn appears from the shadows. He possesses the dark magic needed to weave the thread into shimmering gold cloth, but his help comes with a steep and dangerous price. If Quashiba cannot guess his secret name, she will be bound to him forever. This vibrant, West Indian reimagining of the classic Rumpelstiltskin tale drops you into a world of trickery, tension, and stunning magic. You will eagerly follow Quashiba as she uses every ounce of her cunning and wit to outsmart the little man, break his spell, and reclaim her own brilliant future.