A Solstice Tale: A Legends of Lasniniar Short
A Solstice Tale: A Legends of Lasniniar Short

Author: Jacquelyn Smith

Publisher: WaywardScribe Press

Published: 2013-12-07

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13: 1927723175

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(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: A Solstice Tale” by Jacquelyn Smith.) Solstice Eve. An unexpected side trip. Barlo and Iarion find themselves looking for a room in the human city of Nal Huraseadro to take shelter from the snow. During their journey, Barlo only seeks the answer to one question. What did his elf friend get him for Solstice? His endless guesses border on harassment. Iarion refuses to budge. Despite the approaching holiday, not all remains peaceful in the city. ...And Iarion’s present soon becomes the furthest thing from Barlo’s mind. A stand-alone story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. If you love a lighthearted holiday misadventure, grab this book. (This adventure takes place between the prologue and first chapter of the World of Lasniniar novel Storm Rider.)

A Gnome’S Winter Solstice Tale
A Gnome’S Winter Solstice Tale

Author: Amma Sharon

Publisher: Archway Publishing

Published: 2017-06-05

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1480845094

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In the wooded dell of Happy Hollow, Snappy, the woodland gnome and his merry band of woodland friends celebrate the winter solstice, the longest night of the year, in this uplifting, heartwarming story for children of all ages. It touches my heart to read a story wherein the characters listen to one another, respect and love each other and live in a uniquely positive, inspiring atmosphere for learning, loving and transforming. Joya Loveday Birns, Co-author of Parenting with Spirit and The Joy of Parenting Written in musical rhyme and illustrated in felted wool, A Gnomes Winter Solstice Tale features lively and whimsical characters. It shares a story that fosters childrens creativity, curiosity, and possibility.

A Coyote Solstice Tale
A Coyote Solstice Tale

Author: Thomas King

Publisher: Groundwood Books Ltd

Published: 2014-12-02

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1554982588

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Winner of the American Indian Library Association Youth Literature Awards, Best Picture Book. Trickster Coyote is having his friends over for a festive solstice get-together in the woods when a little girl comes by unexpectedly. She leads the party-goers through the snowy woods to a shopping mall -- a place they have never seen before. Coyote gleefully shops with abandon, only to discover that fi lling your shopping cart with goodies is not quite the same thing as actually paying for them. The trickster is tricked and goes back to his cabin in the woods -- somewhat subdued -- though nothing can keep Coyote down for long. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.4 Describe how words and phrases (e.g., regular beats, alliteration, rhymes, repeated lines) supply rhythm and meaning in a story, poem, or song.

A Solstice Celebration: A Legends of Lasniniar Holiday Collection
A Solstice Celebration: A Legends of Lasniniar Holiday Collection

Author: Jacquelyn Smith

Publisher: WaywardScribe Press

Published: 2017-12-24

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 1927723744

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Holiday havoc. Nothing ever seems to go according to plan when the Iarion and Barlo travel at this time of year... No matter how hard the elf and dwarf try, they always end up on the business end of a mystery that only they can solve. Join the unlikely pair of friends on a trio of holiday misadventures in this collection from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. This collection includes three connected shorts that take place between the prologue and first chapter of the World of Lasniniar novel Storm Rider: A Solstice Tale Father Solstice A Solstice Feast A Solstice Tale (Short Story) Solstice Eve. An unexpected side trip. Barlo and Iarion find themselves looking for a room in the human city of Nal Huraseadro to take shelter from the snow. During their journey, Barlo only seeks the answer to one question. What did his elf friend get him for Solstice? His endless guesses border on harassment. Iarion refuses to budge. Despite the approaching holiday, not all remains peaceful in the city. ...And Iarion’s present soon becomes the furthest thing from Barlo’s mind. A stand-alone story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series. If you love a lighthearted holiday misadventure, grab this book. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: A Solstice Tale.”) Father Solstice (Short Novel) A Solstice tradition in the making. Barlo and Iarion return to the human city of Nal Huraseadro for the holiday. This time, Barlo’s nagging guesses about his Solstice gift must wait. Both he and his elf friend plan to find something under ten silvers within the city itself as a challenge. They arrive to find things changed since their last visit. But some things stay the same. Nothing can stop the pair of friends from finding trouble. ...Even on Solstice Eve. A fun, holiday short novel from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series and a follow-up to “A Solstice Tale.” (Previously published as Legends of Lasniniar: Father Solstice.) A Solstice Feast (Short Story) A Solstice tradition continues… Once again, Barlo and Iarion travel toward the human city of Nal Huraseadro on their way to Dwarfhaven. The dwarf and elf make an effort to spend the holiday in the city every time Barlo’s rounds to the other dwarven outposts bring them to the area. The trips consist mainly of banter and misadventure. The perfect way to spend Solstice. Only this time, their journey takes them on an unexpected detour. A fun holiday story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series and a follow-up to Father Solstice. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: A Solstice Feast.”)

Iliana: A Winter Solstice Tale
Iliana: A Winter Solstice Tale

Author: Walter Fordham

Publisher:

Published: 2012-11-01

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 9780981388953

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Iliana is a winter solstice story, a story for Children's Day Iliana is the story of a young girl's quest for the sun. As the days grow shorter, everyone around her is worried, and no one knows what to do. Determined to save her kingdom from darkness, Iliana sets off alone to find the sun. Her adventures take her to unexpected realms where she encounters magical friends who help her on her way and, in the end, she discovers more than she set out to find.

A Winter Solstice Tale: Would You Unquestionably Rather be Yourself?
A Winter Solstice Tale: Would You Unquestionably Rather be Yourself?

Author: Amma Sharon Fletter

Publisher: ISBN Agency

Published: 2020-12-08

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781736122235

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In observance of the December sun's return ascent North, this beautifully rhymed children's book, sumptuously illustrated with rich wool illustrations, acknowledges an event celebrated dating back thousands of years. Many of the traditions now associated with Christmas emerged from midwinter solstice celebrations. In this seasonal treasure, Snappy, the curious woodland Gnome, Furry Mouse, Miss Bunny, and Brave Bear share heartwarming stories filled with midwinter magic and good cheer as they celebrate winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Meet wise Rock Elf who shares from his sun-soaked rock shelf, "I would unquestioningly rather be myself!" Messages of kindness, bravery, acceptance, and love warm the heart, and lift the spirit. Adults will become as engaged in this story and the rich illustrations as any child. Generations of families will enjoy this winter tale as they gather round the fire reading stories in the night!' A Winter Solstice Tale' has 3 companion books in this Happy Hollow book series that will warm the hearts of both children and adults alike. Learn more about Amma Sharon's signature illustration style and the Happy Hollow book series written and illustrated by Amma Sharon by visiting: www.ammasharonstories.com.Amma Sharon is a long-time early childhood teacher and pioneer in working with the young child. She has been telling whimsical, enchanting stories to children for many years. Her enchanting stories have now become books. More than sweet stories, Amma Sharon's imaginative tales are filled with archetypal messages of gratitude, curiosity, kindness, and possibility. Rhythmical language and poetic phrasing have long been a passion of hers, writing and illustrating her first two books of poetry at the young age of 11. A fiber artist for many years, Amma Sharon illustrates her books with hand-felted wool images, her signature illustration style. Unique in children's literature her hand-felted illustrations express a depth of warmth, color, and life not to be found in other media. Her illustrations and musical writing style will delight children of the heart no matter their age!

A Devil of a Solstice: A Legends of Lasniniar Short
A Devil of a Solstice: A Legends of Lasniniar Short

Author: Jacquelyn Smith

Publisher: WaywardScribe Press

Published: 2023-12-02

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 1778880061

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Demons roam Lasniniar, hidden in plain sight. The dwarf adventurer Paige and her companion Claire hunt them. In the months since the demon war, the pair’s reputation has spread across the land. Two days before Solstice, they find themselves hired to solve a tricky problem in the human city of Nal Nungalid. But things get messy before they even reach the city gates, even though everyone should be celebrating the upcoming holiday. ...Because more than one soul hangs in the balance, and not all evil stems from demonkind. Celebrate Solstice with the unlikely duo of Paige and Claire in this dark humor, stand-alone misadventure story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. (This story takes place after the World of Lasniniar novel Harbingers.)

The Winter Solstice
The Winter Solstice

Author: Ellen Jackson

Publisher: First Avenue Editions

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 0761302972

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Presents facts and folklore about the shortest day of the year, a day that has been filled with magic since ancient times.

Thomas King
Thomas King

Author: Eva Gruber

Publisher: Camden House

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 1571134352

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A comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the work of one of the foremost Native North American writers and his reception and influence. Thomas King is one of North America's foremost Native writers, best known for his novels, including Green Grass, Running Water, for the DreadfulWater mysteries, and for collections of short stories such as One Good Story, That One and A Short History of Indians in Canada. But King is also a poet, a literary and cultural critic, and a noted filmmaker, photographer, and scriptwriter and performer for radio. His career and oeuvre have been validated by literary awards and by the inclusion of his writing in college and university curricula. Critical responses to King's work have been abundant, yet most of this criticism consists of journal articles, and to date only one book-length study of his work exists. Thomas King: Works and Impact fills this gap by providing an up-to-date, comprehensive overview of all major aspects of King's oeuvre as well as its reception and influence. It brings together expert scholars to discuss King's role in and impact on Native literature and to offer in-depth analyses of his multifaceted body of work. The volume will be of interest to students and scholars of literature, English, and Native American studies, and to King aficionados. Contributors: Jesse Rae Archibald-Barber, Julia Breitbach, Stuart Christie, James H. Cox, Marta Dvorak, Floyd Favel, Kathleen Flaherty, Aloys Fleischmann, MarleneGoldman, Eva Gruber, Helen Hoy, Renée Hulan and Linda Warley, Carter Meland, Reingard M. Nischik, Robin Ridington, Suzanne Rintoul, Katja Sarkowsky, Blanca Schorcht, Mark Shackleton, Martin Kuester and Marco Ulm, Doris Wolf. Eva Gruber is Assistant Professor in the Department of American Studies at the University of Konstanz, Germany.