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The epic second book in the action-packed and empowering
middle-grade superhero series. Perfect for 8+ fans of Percy
Jackson, Amari and the Night Brothers and Black Panther. Soon to be
a feature film with a major streamer! Power bursts through my body,
and I gasp as my hair shoots out like an avenging sword. It slashes
a line through the wooden decking of the walkway. With a deafening
crack, the wood breaks apart, splintering with the force of the
impact. Having uncovered head teacher Dr Doyinbo's hidden agenda
behind the Academy of the Sun, Onyeka and her friends are on the
run. But they've got bigger problems to worry about - they
desperately need to find a way to restore Niyi's Ike superpower and
they need to locate Onyeka's missing parents. When their last safe
house is uncovered, Onyeka turns to the only potential allies they
have left; the Rogues, a group of rebels that have been trying to
expose Dr Doyinbo's lies for years. Joining forces, will the two
groups be able to defeat their shared nemesis, or is there a new
danger on the horizon for the Solari? Praise for Onyeka and the
Academy of the Sun: 'Exhilarating and original, Onyeka is the
superhero you've been waiting for.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author
of The Girl of Ink and Stars 'Brilliant characters, action-packed
plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A
DAZZLING story about finding your power.' Sophie Anderson, author
of The House with Chicken Legs 'An incredible story that reinvents
the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and
creatively original.' L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds
Travel Agency 'Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tola
Okogwu's storytelling shines so bright you'll want the next
instalment immediately.' A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the
Unicorn Thief 'An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster
of a book.' Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain 'A rich and
gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come
from within. I loved it!' Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy
'Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.' Louie
Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good 'A
thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with
this story.' Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar 'Wildly
fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.' Sam Copeland,
author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken 'A thrilling,
action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be
everyone's new favourite superhero.' Hannah Gold, author of The
Last Bear
This enchanting treasury of all things tarot for readers aged 11
and up gives a fascinating insight into the history, secrets and
practice of tarot. Featuring a foil-detailed cover, a ribbon marker
and stunning illustrations, Young Oracle Tarot reveals for young
oracles-in-training what tarot is, how to read the cards for
themselves and for others, and how this ancient mystical practice
can be used for self-reflection, self-care, problem-solving, and
much more. For hundreds of years, people have sought answers to
life's big questions in tarot cards. This book will help young
truth-seekers use the cards to navigate their own trials and
triumphs, from family life, friendships and relationships, to
school, work and health. Everything readers need to get started on
their tarot journey is contained in Young Oracle Tarot, starting
with the rich history behind the cards and flowing forward to how
they can be used today when relating to ourselves and to others,
with simple card explanations and guidance for completing different
readings. The book includes: A timeline of tarot through the ages
Examples of how today's young readers can make the most of tarot
Tips on how to conduct personal readings and reading for others
Explanations of all the cards in the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, as
well as information on other decks Guidance on how to practice
1-card daily readings, 3-card draw readings, and Celtic Cross
readings A glossary of mystical terms This magical guide will
initiate readers into a powerful global tradition and empower
tweens and teens to trust their intuition, recognise their
strengths and talents, and reflect on and process situations and
problems that are important to them.
Phineas Gage was truly a man with a hole in his head. Phineas, a
railroad construction foreman, was blasting rock near Cavendish,
Vermont, in 1848 when a thirteen-pound iron rod was shot through
his brain. Miraculously, he survived to live another eleven years
and become a textbook case in brain science.
At the time, Phineas Gage seemed to completely recover from his
accident. He could walk, talk, work, and travel, but he was
changed. Gage "was no longer Gage," said his Vermont doctor,
meaning that the old Phineas was dependable and well liked, and the
new Phineas was crude and unpredictable.
His case astonished doctors in his day and still fascinates
doctors today. What happened and what didn't happen inside the
brain of Phineas Gage will tell you a lot about how your brain
works and how you act human.
THE BREATHTAKING SEQUEL TO THIS POISON HEART, FROM BESTSELLING
AUTHOR KALYNN BAYRON _______________ 'This duology closer delves
deeper into mythology while depicting textured, realistic
relationships' - Kirkus Reviews 'A delicious mix of intoxicating
fantasy and coming of age, steeped in Greek mythology and peppered
with references to the Jordan Peele films Get Out and Us' -
Observer New Review on THIS POISON HEART 'This Poison Heart is a
book to enjoy on the first read, notate in the rereads, and pump
you up for what's to come in its sequel. You should pick up this
book!' - blackgirlscreate.org _______________ Briseis's mother is
dead, but there is one chance to bring her back: find the last
piece of the deadly Absyrtus Heart. If Bri is to locate the missing
piece, she must turn to the blood relatives she's never known,
learn of their secret powers and take her place in their ancient
lineage. But Bri is not the only one who wants the Heart, and her
enemies will stop at nothing to fulfil their own ruthless plans.
Strengthened by the sisterhood of ancient magic, can she harness
her power to save the people she loves most? Kalynn Bayron,
bestselling author of Cinderella is Dead and This Poison Heart,
returns with the second and final book in this stunning, empowering
and inclusive fantasy duology.
In the 21st century, a scientist uncovers their Victorian
ancestor's notebook in a box. This ancestor is Dr McCreebor - an
eminent explorer, philosopher and collector of the very strange and
truly creepy. Dr McCreebor's book is filled with the dark and
disturbing stories he has collected on his travels around the
world. And now, after over 125 years in a dusty attic, Dr
McCreebor's writings can be read... by only the bravest. Discover
the fascinating stories behind a series of objects, people and
placesin every chapter. McCreebor writes from a Victorian
perspective - and his descendant isn't afraid to write notes in the
margins, bringing the science into the 21st century. Uncover
Artificalia (man-made objects), Naturalia (natural creatures and
beings), Spiritualis (the spirit world), ScelereSupplicium (crime
and punishment), Scientifica (scientific tools), Magicae (magical
objects) and Morteum (skulls, bodies and more). Steampunk
illustrator Celsius Pictor intricately illustrates McCreebor's
sketches, maps, records and photographs. From shrunken heads to
witches' charms, saints' blood to graverobbers' remains, hangman's
salve to trepanning tools, this book is a peek into our grisly and
macabre past.
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Dragon Legend
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Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang
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The second adventure in the ROARsome DRAGON REALM series for 9+ readers! Perfect for those looking for edge-of-your-seat adventure.
Billy Chan and his friends are not having a very relaxing summer. Their friend, Dylan, has been kidnapped by the evil Dragon of Death and it’s up to them to travel through time, back to the dangerous Dragon Realm, in order to save him. Luckily they have their own dragons on side, but they’ll need to collect eight magical pearls if they’re to amass enough power to destroy the Dragon of Death and her followers for good. So begins an epic quest that will take them to the depths of the Frozen Wasteland and the imperial palaces of Ancient China. But can good triumph evil…?
Biographies of apparent wonder-workers, some of whom were masters of illusion and some of whom actually claimed to have psychic powers, including Daniel Home, Harry Houdini, and Edgar Cayce.
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