Lisa Mantchev Livres

Lyrical, stunning, and sweet, this picture book is about a boy and his tiny pet elephant who are excluded from pet club

From the author of Strictly No Elephants comes a sweet picture book that explores themes of selflessness and empathy when a girl has the chance to make just one wish.

In the Théâtre Illuminata, Bertie Shakespeare Smith lives among characters from every play but has no role of her own. With the help of a dashing pirate, four pesky fairies, and a seductive spirit, she must confront the loss of her theatrical family and her only home.

Unexpected friendships take center stage in this charming picture book, where the typical rivalry between cats and dogs is turned on its head. Through humor and warmth, Lisa Mantchev and illustrator EG Keller showcase how these two often conflicting animals can bond, offering a delightful narrative that challenges preconceived notions about companionship. Perfect for young readers, it emphasizes themes of friendship and acceptance.

Welcome to Cyrene, a city where energy is currency and music is the lifeblood of its young citizens. Everyone lives on the grid, and the residents of the world's largest playground are encouraged to pursue every physical and emotional pleasure imaginable. Vee is the lead singer of the Sugar Skulls, an all-girl band that is Corporate's newest pet project. Micah haunts the city like a ghost after an overdose of a deadly illegal street drug knocks him off the grid. When Micah and Vee forge an immediate, undeniable connection, their troubled worlds collide. Trading concert stages for Cyrene's rooftops and back alleys, they have to evade vicious thugs and Vee's possessive manager as they unravel the mysteries connected to their dark pasts. And before the curtain falls, Micah and Vee will bring the city to its knees in their desperate bid for love, home, and a future together.

Beatrice Shakespeare Smith is on a quest to reunite her family, but her father's sudden disappearance leads her into a conflict with a vengeful sea goddess and a mysterious queen. As she navigates these challenges, Bertie fights to protect her family and the Theatre Illuminata from destruction. Additionally, she grapples with her feelings for two loves, Ariel and Nate, adding emotional complexity to her journey.

Growing up in the enchanted Théâtre Illuminata, Bertie learned everything about every play ever written. She knew the Players and their parts—but she didn't know that she had a role to play, too. Now that she's discovered her own magic, she is the Mistress of Revels, the Teller of Tales. And she's ready to write her own story, outside the protective walls of Théâtre. But which way will her story go? Toward Nate, who's being held captive by the Sea Goddess, and loves Bertie dearly? Or should she write Ariel into her narrative? He's by her side every day, and she's finding his charms so very hard to resist. . . .

The book has received high praise for its stunning narrative and captivating storytelling. It engages readers with its vivid imagery and emotional depth, making it a compelling read. The unique aspects of the plot and well-developed characters contribute to its acclaim, promising an unforgettable experience for those who delve into its pages.

When the surgeon who provided her with a clockwork heart is put on trial for murder, Penny Farthing's parents are kidnapped and Penny and her brother receive a ransom note demanding the research her parents kept on the procedures of her surgery.

"A tiny narwhal in a fishbowl discovers that sometimes the difference between staying home and a big adventure is a group of loving friends"--