Levi Pinfold

Jean longs to play the banjo more than anything else in the world. The only trouble is his imaginary friend, the Django, who keeps getting him into massive amounts of trouble. The Django is fun and exciting, but his constant mischief makes life very difficult. Finally, Jean has to make the tough decision to send his chaotic friend away. Without the Django, the house is much quieter, but Jean misses his infectious enthusiasm terribly. Everything changes when Jean's father gives him a real banjo of his own. As Jean begins to strum the strings, he discovers something wonderful. He rediscovers the joy and passion for music that the Django first gave him. Inspired by the life of famous jazz musician Jean Django Reinhardt, this beautifully told story explores the magic of music, the power of a wild imagination, and the lasting gifts our friends leave behind.

Mr. Barleycorn makes a very unusual discovery growing on his land. He finds a green baby and brings it inside, completely unaware that he is about to unleash the wild and unstoppable power of nature into his home. Almost overnight, the house is transformed. Zucchinis begin to flower right in the middle of the kitchen, melons swell on the counters, and carrots sprout out of the television set. Mrs. Barleycorn insists that this strange Greenling has to leave immediately before their entire house turns into a jungle. But the wild beauty and abundant food the Greenling brings possess a strange and wonderful magic. Instead of driving people away, the spreading vines and fresh fruits begin to draw the whole community together. This modern fable explores the mysterious forces of the natural world and reminds you of the incredible things that can happen when people learn to live in harmony with the earth.

A mysterious and enormous black dog has suddenly appeared just outside the Hope family home. As each frightened member of the household spots the creature, they panic and immediately run to hide. With every gasp of fear from her parents and older siblings, the black dog seems to grow larger, wilder, and more terrifying. Soon, it is towering over the entire house like a giant monster. But Small, the youngest member of the Hope family, is not afraid. Instead of hiding, she bravely steps outside into the freezing snowy forest to face the massive creature herself. As she leads the dog on a playful chase through the trees, singing and showing absolutely no fear, something magical happens. The giant dog begins to shrink, growing smaller and smaller until it is just the right size for a warm hug. This clever and beautifully painted tale explores the way fear can distort how we view the world, showing you that courage comes in all sizes.

When a young girl and her brothers wander off their path, they unexpectedly step into the eerie and ghostly Paradise Sands hotel. They quickly realize they have made a terrible mistake. By drinking from the sweet waters of the hotel, they fall completely under the dark and mysterious rule of the Teller. Her brothers are trapped, enchanted by the strange magic of the sandy halls. Determined not to lose her family to this haunted place, the young girl bravely steps forward to face the Teller. She makes a dangerous deal to win back their freedom and escape the beautiful but sinister paradise. But holding up her side of the bargain will test every ounce of her courage and cleverness. This enchanting and deeply mysterious tale explores the powerful bonds of family and the lengths you will go to protect the people you love.

Kielder Water is a wild and beautiful place, deeply rich in old legends and folk music. Years ago, before a massive dam was built to flood the valley, it was filled with lively farms, warm homesteads, and musicians who filled the air with cheerful songs. Just after the village is abandoned, but right before the rushing waters arrive to cover everything forever, a father and daughter make one final journey back. The young girl steps into the empty, boarded up houses and begins to play her fiddle. She brings her beautiful, echoing tunes to every deserted room, ensuring that music is the very last thing heard in that special place. Inspired by a true story, this beautifully told tale honors the musicians of Northumberland. It is a powerful reminder that music, creativity, and memory are ancient and unstoppable forces. You will discover that even great lakes and heavy dams can never wash away the true spirit of a home.