Fairy tales, myths and legends

This delightfully silly story is sure to bring joy into storytime as everyone in the castle tries to figure out who is causing the spooky sounds in the castle. Willis’ whimsical writing and Fitzgerald’s use of colour instantly brings readers into this magical world of green castles and mischievous green ghosts hiding along the walls seeking someone to scare. Trying to spot the green ghost blending into each green-coloured scene is something that adds a little extra layer of fun into an already delightful story.

Olivia Shivers discovers a world of ghosts under her nose because of her special inherited S-sense and joins S.C.A.R.E. – a team of secret agents who keep ghosts in check. This is her first adventure as she solves a spooky mystery and sets out to save her grandpa.

This is the story of one very tired little ghost and her search for a place to take a snooze. Little Ghost tries lots of different spots and meets a host of characters, but no one will let her land and have a rest. They are all frightened and much too wary of the Little Ghost, even though she hasn’t given them any reason to be.

Amy Devereux’s début picturebook, A Wexford Fairytale, is aptly named. Not only is it a beautifully illustrated fairytale with a touching message, but it is also a sincere tribute to the County of Wexford and those who call it home.

Should you require a comprehensive guide to mythical and magical creatures, Believe’s knowledgeable narrator, Sage Brightwing, is here to help! Doyle’s obvious affection for fantasy characters in combination with Hartas’s vivid, colourful illustrations results in a book with an absorbing level of detail.

At the start of this book an important question is posed – do you believe in magic? However, what follows does not try to convince the reader one way or the other. Instead, the book opens up the rich history of magic. It is a truly wide-ranging exploration, with beliefs and magic systems from every continent discussed.

Myths of Japan is a beautiful addition to DK’s Ancient Myths series, a series that introduces young readers to customs, stories and traditions from around the world. Celebrating Japanese mythology, this stunning anthology invites readers to step into a world of adventure and wonder.

Kurara has spent her entire life as a servant aboard the Midori, a flying ship serving the military elite of the Mikoshiman Empire, a world comprised of floating cities. Kurara has also been hiding a secret, she possesses a unique ability: the power to make folded paper figures come to life. When the Midori is attacked Kurara’s secret is revealed as a highly valued power throughout the empire and she is forced into a perilous escape.

Hercules Braver (modern-day son of Zeus) returns in the fourth instalment of Vaughan’s quick-paced, light-hearted tales of a young boy struggling to live a normal life and being the son of a Greek god at the same time.