Editora: Spines
“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence? If I ascend to heaven, you are there! If I make my bed in hell, you are there!" (Psalms 139:7-8)
776BC Olympia - home to the Greek gods, mythical creatures, a kidnap plot and the very first Olympic Games Fluke, Tash and their new friends are summoned to the magical Mount Olympus, home of the Greek gods, and are asked to take part in a dangerous mission to help save the Olympic Games. Making their way across the land looking for clues, their journey is full of danger. With more than a few surprises along the way, and with the pair in training to enter the Olympic Games as athletes, this makes for another fantastic story! With so much at stake, can they succeed? With a time travelling suitcase, who knows where they’ll end up next!Ver livro
Black Majors: Baseball celebrates five legendary players from the Negro Leagues who helped change the game—and history. Young readers will discover the incredible lives of Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell, Buck Leonard, and Monte Irvin. With courage, talent, and determination, these heroes played baseball at the highest level, even when the world was unfair. This inspiring children’s book teaches the power of perseverance, pride, and passion for the game. Perfect for ages 6-10, it’s a home run of history and heart that brings Black baseball greatness to life!Ver livro
A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the world’s largest e-waste dump. Theo lives and works in Agbogbloshie in Ghana, a vast dumping ground for the world’s broken electronics. He spends his days scouring the trash for scraps of metal to sell for cash, while dreaming of going to school and escaping this harsh life. The money Theo makes is barely enough to pay for lessons, so when Emmanuel turns up with talk of buried treasure, Theo sees a chance to get out of Trashland. But Emmanuel’s presence draws the attention of a local gang, and Theo starts to wonder if his new friend is keeping dangerous secrets … Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8. Please note that this book contains mature content. Steve Cole's Welcome to Trashland is a poignant exploration of poverty and social issues in Africa. This bestseller is a gripping adventure that delves into the themes of friendship, homelessness, and the environment, making it a must-read for young adults and children. For fans of James Ponti (City of the Dead), Jamie Smart (Bunny vs Monkey), Jeff Kinney (The Deep End), Liz Pichon (Top of the Class), and Cressida Cowell (How To Train Your Dragon). HarperCollins 2024Ver livro
Ten-year-old Lisa lives with her parents in a busy city. She wishes her parents were more adventurous, but her mother is always watching television and her father works on his laptop day and night. One day, a carnival arrives in the city and, amid the hustle and bustle, Lisa meets a dog, Goldie, who leads her to a pirate ship owned by Captain Noah. Next thing she knows, she's heading out to sea. Will her longing for adventure finally come true?Ver livro
Keep your children close at night For the Squidgicum-Squee's a creeping Never let them leave your sight Or forever there'll be weeping Count your children one to ten And when you've finished, count again For where you counted ten before You'll find that there are ten no more When the Squidgicum-Squee comes creeping. A brooding malevolence has emerged from the shadows, and loved ones are disappearing without a trace. Stranded on a strange alien world, with no idea how he got there or how he was going to get back home, Joshua Ellis meets a mysterious pirate; but can he be trusted? Will Joshua and his new friends discover the dark secret of the Dream Stealers and prevent the unearthing of an ancient evil? Or are they already too late?Ver livro
“This novel succeeds—right from the start…. A superior fantasy…It begins, as it should, with one protagonist’s struggles and moves neatly into a wider circle….”–Midwest Book Review (re Rise of the Dragons)“Filled with non-stop action, this novel is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from cover to cover….Rice is setting up for an amazing series to rival series such as Tamora Pierce’s Song of the Lioness, with her strong female protagonist making waves in her world and building the confidence of young women in ours.”–The Wanderer, A Literary Journal (re Rise of the Dragons)From #1 bestselling author Morgan Rice, a USA Today bestseller and critically-acclaimed author of the fantasy series The Sorcerer’s Ring (over 3,000 five-star reviews) and the teen fantasy series The Vampire Journals (over 1,500 five-star reviews) comes a groundbreaking new series and genre, where fantasy meets mystery.SHADOWSEER: ROME (Book Four) continues the story of Kaia, 17, an orphan coming of age in the Victorian Europe of the 1850s. Kaia yearns to escape her horrific orphanage, to discover who her parents were, and to understand why she can sense shadows when others cannot. When the brilliant Detective Pinsley, 45, takes Kaia under his wing and enlists her help in solving the mysterious and bizarre murders sweeping over Europe, the two of them become unlikely partners.Are they part of a greater war of light versus dark? And is Kaia the only one who can stop it?Dark fantasy meets mystery in SHADOWSEER, a page-turning, atmospheric thriller packed with authentic period detail, with twists and cliffhangers that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Kaia, a broken hero, will capture your heart as she struggles to claw her way up from the depths, and to solve unsolvable crimes. Fans of books such as Spellbreaker, The Dresden Files, Mortal Instruments and Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde will find much to love in SHADOWSEER, satisfying fantasy fans who appreciate mystery and suspense, and mystery lovers who want something new, a clean hybrid that will appeal to both adult and young adult readers. Get ready to be transported to another world—and to fall in love with characters you will never forget.“Morgan Rice proves herself again to be an extremely talented storyteller….This would appeal to a wide range of audiences, including younger fans. It ended with an unexpected cliffhanger that leaves you shocked.”–The Romance Reviews (re the paranormal series Loved)“The beginnings of something remarkable are there.”–San Francisco Book Review (re the young adult fantasy A Quest of Heroes) SHADOWSEER: ATHENS (Book #5) is also available.Ver livro
