Impossible Creatures
Two kids race to save the world’s last magical place in the first book of a landmark new fantasy series, from “a writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination.” (Philip Pullman, author of The Golden Compass)
"An instant classic from one of the most gifted storytellers of our time, Impossible Creatures is an astonishing miracle of a book." —Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal Winner for The One and Only Ivan
The day that Christopher saved a drowning baby griffin from a hidden lake would change his life forever.
It’s the day he learned about the Archipelago—a cluster of unmapped islands where magical creatures of every kind have thrived for thousands of years, until now. And it’s the day he met Mal—a girl on the run, in desperate need of his help.
Mal and Christopher embark on a wild adventure, racing from island to island, searching for someone who can explain why the magic is fading and why magical creatures are suddenly dying. They consult sphinxes, battle kraken, and negotiate with dragons. But the closer they get to the dark truth of what’s happening, the clearer it becomes: no one else can fix this. If the Archipelago is to be saved, Mal and Christopher will have to do it themselves.
Katherine Rundell’s story crackles and roars with energy and delight. It is brought vividly to life with more than 60 illustrations, including a map and a bestiary of magical creatures.
Local Pickup & Delivery
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🚗 Local Delivery & Pick-Up
We usually offer delivery, but we’ve been too busy to guarantee it consistently this season.
If you can’t make it to the shop:
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Ask about after-hours pick-up at my house, or
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I can ship most local orders for around $10, don't hesitate to choose ship at checkout instead.
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📦 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
Regular Parcel (Canada Post):
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Ontario, Quebec & Maritimes: Order by Dec 8, 2025
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Western Canada: Order by Dec 15, 2025
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Within BC: Order by Dec 18, 2025
After these dates, choose Xpresspost or Priority for the best chance of pre-holiday delivery.
Shipping Information
Shipping Rates (Canada Only):
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Western Canada Discounted Shipping:
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$14.95 under $50
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$12.95 under $99.99
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Free shipping on orders over $100
Oversize Items:
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Items We Cannot Ship Internationally:
Yoto, Olli Ella, Veer, and select others cannot be shipped outside Canada. If these items are in your cart, checkout will be restricted.
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Eastern Canada may take up to two weeks.
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Shipping delays may occur due to weather, holidays, or courier disruptions. Nest & Sprout is not responsible for delays caused by these circumstances.
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