{"title":"Aliza Layne","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our delightful collection of books by the talented author Aliza Layne. Known for her enchanting storytelling and vibrant illustrations, Layne has captured the hearts of young readers across the globe. Her unique ability to weave magic and adventure into every page makes her a beloved figure in the world of children's literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the whimsical world of \"Beetle \u0026amp; the Chimera Carnival\" and \"Beetle \u0026amp; the Hollowbones,\" where you'll dive into tales of friendship, bravery, and fantastic creatures. These books are perfect for children who love engaging stories filled with humour, heart, and a dash of mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAliza Layne's books are a treasure trove for young readers aged 8-12, offering not just entertainment, but also valuable life lessons wrapped in captivating narratives. Each story is beautifully illustrated, bringing her imaginative worlds to life in a way that's both visually and intellectually stimulating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to Aliza Layne's works or a long-time fan, this collection promises a magical reading experience that will inspire and delight children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beetle-the-chimera-carnival-by-aliza-layne-9781665907477","title":"Beetle \u0026 the Chimera Carnival","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeetle and her friends attend a carnival full of dragons and magic, only to discover something sinister at play behind the scenes, in this delightful sequel to the Stonewall Honor–winning \u003cem\u003eBeetle \u0026amp; the Hollowbones\u003c\/em\u003e middle grade graphic novel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHidden behind the clouds, giant dragons guard the most powerful magic in the world from prying eyes. On one magical night, once every ten years, these leviathans reveal themselves to a fanfare of costumes, music, and parades in the Chimera Carnival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut this time, something’s wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Beetle, Penny, and Kat decide to check out the empty carnival site one night, they discover an injured dragon screaming for help. And the more Beetle uncovers about the Chimera Carnival, the more sinister it gets. Dragons who arrive for the early festivities disappear without a trace. Beetle’s magic begins to go haywire. And Kat’s parents come back to town, worrying both girls about whether they have a future together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the catacombs beneath the demolished ’Allowstown mall, something hungers for dragon magic. And Beetle and her friends are already more entwined with it than they could possibly imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46677971009772,"sku":"9781665907477","price":26.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3292783482781.jpg?v=1753045850"},{"product_id":"beetle-the-hollowbones-by-aliza-layne-9781534441545","title":"Beetle \u0026 the Hollowbones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Stonewall Honour Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn enchanting, riotous, and playfully illustrated debut graphic novel following a young goblin trying to save her best friend from the haunted mall—perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eSteven Universe\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAdventure Time\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the eerie town of ‘Allows, \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e people get to be magical sorceresses, while \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e people have their spirits trapped in the mall for all ghastly eternity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen there’s twelve-year-old goblin-witch Beetle, who’s caught in between. She’d rather skip being homeschooled completely and spend time with her best friend, Blob Ghost. But the mall is getting boring, and B.G. is cursed to haunt it, tethered there by some unseen force. And now Beetle’s old best friend, Kat, is back in town for a sorcery apprenticeship with her Aunt Hollowbone. Kat is everything Beetle wants to be: beautiful, cool, great at magic, and kind of famous online. Beetle’s quickly being left in the dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut Kat’s mentor has set her own vile scheme in motion. If Blob Ghost doesn’t escape the mall soon, their afterlife might be coming to a very sticky end. Now, Beetle has less than a week to rescue her best ghost, encourage Kat to stand up for herself, and confront the magic she’s been avoiding for far too long. 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