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YOU are a highly trained ninja. When your village is attacked by a
warlord called Raiden, only you can stop him. This is a title in
the interactive I HERO Immortals series - where the reader is the
hero! In each adventure the reader makes a choice that affects how
the story progresses - it really is 'decide-your-own-destiny!
Written by the award-winning duo Steve Barlow and Steve Skidmore
(more commonly known as the 2Steves), and illustrated by comics
legend, Jack Lawrence.
This collection of three short stories were written in response to
students requests to read stories that were contemporary and
relevant to their age group. So she began to write, both to
entertain and educate, then through discussion develop the topics.
Each story highlights the difficult problems young adults can
relate to. They portray those, who in the face of sudden and
unprecedented events and adversity, become unlikely stoic heroes
who persevere to change the way things are.
The secret admirer. The fake relationship. The matchmaker. From
stories of first love, unrequited love, love that surprises, love
that's been there all along, ten of the brightest and award-winning
authors writing YA have taken on some of your favourite romantic
tropes, embracing them and turning them on their heads. Readers
will swoon for this collection of stories that celebrate love at
its most humorous, inclusive, heart-expanding and serendipitous.
Contributors include Elise Bryant, Elizabeth Eulberg, Leah Johnson,
Anna-Marie McLemore, Marissa Meyer, Sandhya Menon, Julie Murphy,
Caleb Roehrig, Sarah Winifred Searle and Abigail Hing Wen.
Unexpected. Unrequited. Forbidden. Eternal. Everyone has their own
love story. And in a twist of fate, four extraordinary love stories
combine over the course of a romantic Valentine's Day in Medieval
England. Miles and Shelby find love where they least expect it.
Roland learns a painful lesson about finding and losing love.
Arianne pays the price for a love so fierce it burns. And for the
first - and last - time, Daniel and Luce will spend a night
together like none other. Lauren Kate's Fallen in Love is filled
with love stories . . . the ones everyone has been waiting for.
True love never says goodbye . . .
The enchantment continues. . . . The universe of the Lunar
Chronicles holds stories - and secrets - that are wondrous,
vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing?
How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to
killer? When did Princess Winter and the palace guard Jacin realise
their destinies? With nine stories - five of which have never
before been published - and an exclusive never-before-seen excerpt
from Marissa Meyer's upcoming novel, Heartless, about the Queen of
Hearts from Alice in Wonderland, Stars Above is essential for fans
of the bestselling and beloved Lunar Chronicles.
Short, easy-to-read stories ideal for capturing the attention of toddlers Playful illustrations fill every page perfect for keeping toddlers entertained and engaged Includes 10 classic stories, fairy tales, and rhymes designed to delight your little one during story time Wonderful gift for any occasion: birthdays, holidays, and more! Collect the series for every milestone!
The number one bestselling author of Alex Rider gives horror a
whole new look in this mischievous collection of ten twisted tales.
This chilling collection of ten nightmarish and fiendishly funny
short stories is a perfect read for fearless children. From a train
journey straight to hell, out of control robots with a murderous
streak and even a television show where death is the penalty -
these terrifying tales display the dazzling wit and wicked humour
of master storyteller Anthony Horowitz, and are guaranteed to make
your blood curdle and your spine tingle.
Where in Yorkshire can you walk on a dragon's backbone? Who goes
dancing at the Spot Bottom Hops? Which very old story gives advice
about loading a dishwasher? Which mischievous child invented
Yorkshire pudding? And is it safe to offer a gift to a
small-toothed dog? Yorkshire has a rich heritage of fantastical
folk stories, traditional tales and words of wisdom handed down
through generations. These tales are beautifully retold here for 7-
to 11-year-old readers, written and illustrated by storyteller and
artist Carmel Page -a southerner by birth but who has lived in
Sheffield for so long that she now uses her backdoor as her
frontdoor and has started to eat her dinner at lunchtime.
A brand new compilation of the best poetry, short stories, dramas and
folklore!
This anthology includes works by Avril van der Merwe, Hannes Barnard,
Mia Arderne, Riette Hugo, Peti Troskie and Zelda Bezuidenhout ... and
more!
This collection perfectly suits the needs for teachers and learners for
the term 3 literature project that is part of the CAPS curriculum. A
separate study guide will also be available so teachers can easily find
additional material on all the texts.
Inklings from Cape Cod is an eclectic mix of traditional and
non-traditional writing lessons and the pieces that they inspired.
Created primarily during a week at a Cape Cod summer workshop, the
book's selections are authored by students in 6th through 12th
grade. The writing pieces featured in Inklings span the gamut from
six word stories, to dramatic drafts and eclectic exercises to
crafty characterizations, private poetry, wordly wonderings,
fabulous fiction, noteworthy nonfiction, lively letters,
sensational settings, toddler tantrums, articulate alliteration,
and trustworthy teaching techniques. This collection, an accolade
to the young authors, has something for readers of all ages,
writers of all levels, and teachers who like to be wowed. This
coffee table text is unique with motivating mini writing lessons
accompanied by the inspiringly creative student responses. The
editor is a seasoned, award winning teacher and published
journalist. Thirty-six extremely motivated, enthusiastic Cape Cod
summer writing workshop students inspired teacher Stephanie
Boosahda to create this anthology. On the third day of the five day
workshop she found herself again saying, "Those pieces were
awesome. Seriously, they should be published." Responding with
total silence, the students from as far away as Michigan and Kansas
joined Cape Cod students in letting Stephanie's words echo, "Those
pieces ... should be published." So, adventure into the diverse
creative writing of these exceptional 6th through 11th graders, and
see why well-know authors have commented: "A joy to read, and an
awesome voyage into the creative minds of young, imaginative
writers..." - John Prophet, author of the Casey Miller Mysteries
"Fascinating and fun to read, with everything from six-word stories
to longer pieces, "Inklings" demonstrates the many ways an inspired
teacher can empower students to discover their creativity and
develop their own unique and powerful voices." - Leslie Meier,
author of the Lucy Stone Mystery series " ... If these young
writers continue honing their craft, the future of American
literature looks very bright, indeed."- Elizabeth Moisan, author of
Master of the Sweet Trade "These collected voices blend together in
a chorale of accomplishment. What a treat to read. What a joy to
know that future novelists, memoirists, and poets have been
fostered in this way to enchant tomorrow's readers." - Kathryn C.
Dunlap, Director; Buzzards Bay Writing Project, Nat'l Writing
Project; University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth "Stephanie's
design of the Workshop clearly provided an atmosphere of safety,
trust, and risk-taking in writing that is obvious in the breadth
and depth of the selections in this anthology. A wonderful read and
a great resource." -K. Victoria Kazer-Townsend, retired English AP
professor Delve into Inklings, enjoy, and be inspired. There's
something for everyone in this eclectic read.
This book contains six illustrated stories by Charles Dickens.
These are six great novels simply retold to form a child's first
introduction to Dickens' unique view of humanity. It includes A
Christmas Carol, Great Expectations, David Copperfield, The Old
Curiosity Shop, Nicholas Nickleby, and - of course - Oliver Twist.
Though teeming with extraordinary characters, events and locations,
Dickens' writing offers us real insights into the social conditions
of his day and the way in which ordinary people were affected.
Sidebars explore the historical background and explain the language
the author used, which still resonates today. Specially adapted by
Sue Butler and with sumptuous illustrations by Jenny Thorne, this
beautiful collection is an ideal entry point into the works of
Dickens Charles Dickens was born on February 7th 1812 in
Portsmouth, England, the son of a navy clerk. After moving to
London, his father was imprisoned for debt and the young Dickens
went to work in a blacking factory, an experience that contributed
greatly to his later views on social reform.He became a journalist,
but would be better known for his wonderful novels, short stories
and articles - which are still widely read and adapted to this day.
Some of his most memorable tales are retold here in shortened and
simplified form.
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