Dashing detective Mr. Penguin and his Adventuring gang are in for a wild ride when they board a luxury cruise ship. From Alex T. Smith's delightfully illustrated, mystery-detective series. Mr. Penguin and his kung fu spider sidekick, Colin, are ready for some well-deserved rest and relaxation Or they would be, if threatening notes hadn't appeared and the ship's crew wasn't whispering secrets. After befriending a young stowaway, Mr. Penguin discovers someone is planning on endangering the lives of the rich and famous on board to chase after the Fountain of Youth. Can Mr. Penguin foil this perilous plot and get home in time for a fish finger sandwich? Alex T. Smith's Mr. Penguin is a page-turning, illustrated middle grade series that is sure to thrill young readers looking for a good adventure and major laughs. Two color illustrations throughout.
Mr. Penguin returns for another sidesplitting adventure in this abundantly illustrated detective series chock-full of silly antics and good-spirited, page-turning peril. Mr. Penguin and his kung-fu spider sidekick, Colin, are in for another wild and daring escapade After arriving in the bustling desert town of Laghaz, their good friend Edith Hedge goes missing Then someone strikingly familiar appears, and the Adventuring gang is snared in a web of clues that lures them right into...THE VALLEY OF PERIL: hidden crypts, cursed treasure, and nefarious figures skulking in the shadows Could Edith's disappearance be connected with the treasure in the tombs? Will the gang be reunited to find out? And will someone please get rid of that spooky eyeball that's been following Mr. Penguin before it catches up to him? This fourth madcap mystery in the Mr. Penguin series from Alex T. Smith is sure to thrill transitional readers with quick pacing and plenty of comical, two-tone illustrations.
Mr. Penguin returns for another sidesplitting adventure in this abundantly illustrated detective series chock-full of silly antics and good-spirited, page-turning peril. Mr. Penguin and his kung-fu spider sidekick, Colin, are in for another wild and daring escapade After arriving in the bustling desert town of Laghaz, their good friend Edith Hedge goes missing Then someone strikingly familiar appears, and the Adventuring gang is snared in a web of clues that lures them right into...THE VALLEY OF PERIL: hidden crypts, cursed treasure, and nefarious figures skulking in the shadows Could Edith's disappearance be connected with the treasure in the tombs? Will the gang be reunited to find out? And will someone please get rid of that spooky eyeball that's been following Mr. Penguin before it catches up to him? This fourth madcap mystery in the Mr. Penguin series from Alex T. Smith is sure to thrill transitional readers with quick pacing and plenty of comical, two-tone illustrations.
Somewhere Over the RainbowThe Land of Oz is full of characters, each unique and yet also familiar to bridge players everywhere. In this third installment, the Over the Rainbow Bridge Club is threatened by dark forces led by the Wicked Witch of the West. Can Dorothy and her friends come to the rescue? Following If I Only had a Heart and Bridge Over the the Rainbow, this book completes the trilogy with humour and great bridge.
Perfect for BC locals and travelers alike, discover 100 amazing places to swim outdoors in the Lower Mainland and on the Gulf Islands, Sunshine Coast, and South-central Vancouver Island.Here is a guide for everyone who loves to swim, from waders to long-distance swimmers, cold-water dippers, and beach or dock loungers. Alex McKeen and George Harwood Smith literally dove into their research, swimming in lakes, rivers, creeks, ponds, and the Pacific Ocean to curate this list of 100 top-notch places to splash, swim, and soak in southwestern British Columbia.From Pemberton to White Rock and out to Chilliwack with stops on Galiano and Saltspring Islands, all along the Sunshine Coast, across to Courtenay/Comox, inland to Strathcona Park and Port Alberni, and down to Victoria and Sooke, the swims in this book provide something for every type of swimmer. There are rocky and sandy beaches accessible by public transit, clear cool ponds reached after a forest walk (or a hardcore hike), roadside lakes where you can cool off on a long car trip, and gently flowing rivers with picnic areas, campgrounds, and even play structures nearby. Seek out a swim where you can see seals, jump from a rope swing, dry off on a floating dock, or bare it all.This full-color guide features:a description of each location, including the type of swim, water depth, level of difficulty, and distance to the swim, as well as the features and amenities found theredirections via car, public transport, bike, and/or foottrail maps to the harder-to-locate spots and photos of each swim to whet (ahem!) your appetiteinformation on swimming safety and socially and environmentally responsible swimmingfacts about the social, cultural, and natural history of each swim areaDesigned to appeal to swimmers of all ages, fitness levels, and incomes, Swimming Holes and Beaches of Southwestern British Columbia is the perfect guide for road trips, summer weekends, and armchair travel.
Aiden's insatiable appetite for women keeps him complacent living the life of a steadfast bachelor. A U.S. Army veteran and business owner, his stunning good looks and accolades attract many women in his upscale wine bar. It isn't until he meets the alluring yet paradoxical Celeste that his attitude about commitment begins to change. He is drawn to the enigma of this beautiful woman, yet constrained by his painful secrets. When an unexpected revelation and insight into his past are exposed, Aiden must choose between this passionate love affair or exiling his heart from her betrayal. The entwining of their secrets threatens to destroy them both, just as the buds of their new-found love come to fruition. Will he triumph over his bitter past and fight for true love or is their romance destined to wither like the barren vines after a successful vintage?
Grinebusten er en ganske uvanlig skapning. Han liker omtrent INGENTING. Og hvis det er én ting Grinebusten virkelig misliker mer enn alt annet i hele verden, så er det dette: JUL.Jula var den tida på året da alle STJAL rosenkålene som han skulle hatt! Det gjør Grinebusten grinete! Ja, langt forbi rasende. Noen burde sette en stopper for JUL! Og dermed legger han en grim og grusom plan.
Musekongen planlegger noen veldig slemme julerampestreker. Han stjeler nøkkelen til Landet fullt av søtsaker og planlegger så mye fanteri som mulig. De to barna Klara og Fritz, og deres nye venn Nøtteknekkeren, er de eneste som kan stoppe ham. Men så blir Fritz forhekset og dermed blir det et kappløp med tiden. De må rekke fram til Landet fullt av søtsaker og finne Sukkerfeen for å bryte forbannelsen. Kan eventyrerne stanse Musekongen og redde Fritz før det er for sent? Alex T. Smith er en prisbelønt britisk forfatter og illustratør. Han er oversatt til 20 språk.
As the title suggests, this book is devoted to the nations that used the Meteor in anger. After WWII Europe’s air forces were keen to rebuild their air arms with jet aircraft. With little to choose from the Meteor was the prime candidate and hundreds were sold over the following years. Further afield in the Middle East, Meteors were sold to Egypt, Israel and Syria. In far off South America, Argentina, Brazil and Ecuador purchased the aircraft. On the other side of the World, South Africa and Australia operated them as well.Several of these nations used their Meteors operationally in open conflicts. From the RAF’s struggle against the V-1 menace to the various hot spots around the dwindling Empire from Aden to Malaya. The Suez Crisis of 1956 would see Meteors from the RAF, Egypt, Israel and Syria all operating in the same conflict. During the Korean War (1950-53) the Royal Australian Air Force carried out thousands of ground attack missions and even engaged the MiG-15 in air to air combat. During a number of internal revolutions in Argentina in 1956, both sides operated the Meteor. Even France operated a handful of Meteor night fighters during their troubles in Algeria in 1957. Although it did not achieve a large amount of victories, the Meteor played an important part in the emerging air forces of a forever changing post-WWII World. Essential reading for aviation enthusiasts & scale aeromodellers.
In late 1939, the Air Ministry were looking to replace the Blenheim as a medium bomber. Bristol Aircraft Company (BAC) initially came up with a bomber development of the Beaufighter, the Type 161. Due to specification changes and redesigns, the end result was the Type 163 Buckingham, a twin engined, twin tailed medium bomber. At the time of the Buckinghams conception inquiries were made about a torpedo bomber version. A redesign of the Buckingham brought about the Type 164 Brigand. The torpedo requirement was eventually dropped and the aircraft re-configures as a bomber. With no suitable trainers to train the Buckingham and Brigand pilots BAC came up with the Buckmaster, which was basically a Buckingham with a new nose section containing dual controls.By the time the Buckingham and Brigand entered service their roles had been superseded with newer and better aircraft. Most Buckinghams went straight into storage to await their fate, but some were converted in high speed courier aircraft with four seats. But it was too little too late. The Mosquito could do a better job at almost half the cost. The Brigand with its long range was earmarked for the Far East and the battle against Japan, but the war ended before they could be sent over. It was the Malaya Emergency that saved the Brigand. Carrying out a role for which it was never designed, that of a dive bomber, two Squadrons carried out over 3,500 against the Communist Terrorist.Had it not been for the constant delays and construction changes the aircraft may have lived up to their expectations. As it was they were plagued by mechanical and hydraulic issues as well as structural defects. After a number of catastrophic airframe failures the Brigands were retired from operational service in early 1953.
Herkullisen hauska, upeasti kuvitettu koko perheen joulutarina äksystä ja yrmystä Ärjylistä. Ärjyli inhoaa kaikkia ja kaikkea paitsi ruusukaaleja ja ruusukaalivillapaitaansa. Etenkin hän inhoaa JOULUA ja kaikkea siihen liittyvää. Kun ruusukaalit loppuvat kotikylän kaupasta, Ärjyli suuttuu niin että päättää pilata joulun kaikilta. Hän lähtee etsimään Joulupukkia toteuttaakseen hirvittävän suunnitelmansa. Matkalla mukaan tarttuu (Ärjylin vastustelusta ja kiukuttelusta huolimatta) loputtoman positiivinen kani nimeltä Pörhylä, ja kun seikkailu tuo eteen uusia tuttavuuksia ja toinen toistaan kivempia kohtaamisia, alkaa Ärjyli epäillä omia aikeitaan joulun suhteen.
When Mr. and Mrs. Shineyshoes leave for the day, their dog Claude and his sock puppet sidekick, Sir Bobblysock, hit the slopes. From Alex T. Smith's hilariously illustrated early chapter book series. Claude and his best friend Sir Bobblysock go to the Snowy Mountains to swish down the powdery slopes. They throw snowballs, learn to ski, and enter a snow-sculpture contest. But when an avalanche threatens their winter wonderland, Claude must come to the rescue. What a wonderful day Quirky, delightfully odd, and positively surreal, Alex T. Smith's beloved Claude series promises fits of giggles for readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books. Two-color illustrations throughout.
When Mr. and Mrs. Shineyshoes leave for the day, their dog Claude and his sock puppet sidekick, Sir Bobblysock, visit the circus. From Alex T. Smith's hilariously illustrated early chapter book series. After rescuing a runaway baby carriage, Claude and Sir Bobblysock are invited to watch a circus. But Claude can't keep his hands to himself and accidentally sabotages the performing equipment. Still, the show must go on―even if Claude and Sir Bobblysock have to put on the entire thing themselves. What a wonderful day Quirky, delightfully odd, and positively surreal, Alex T. Smith's beloved Claude series promises fits of giggles for readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books. Two-color illustrations throughout.
Join Winston the mouse on another holiday adventure during Advent in this charming sequel to How Winston Delivered Christmas With five days until Christmas, Winston has a fuzzy memory of a song and someone important to him who is lost--but who could it be? With the help of his friends, Winston sets off on an adventure to find this very special someone. Along the way, Winston meets delightful new friends that help him get closer to solving the mystery. A follow-up to 2019's How Winston Delivered Christmas, How Winston Came Home for Christmas is an illustrated book written in twenty-four and a half chapters, one to be read each night in December in the countdown to Christmas. Each chapter is accompanied by a festive activity for readers to enjoy, including holiday decorations, crafts, recipes, and so much more, and the book includes a ribbon bookmark to mark your page. This heartwarming Advent adventure is sure to become a Christmas classic to be enjoyed each year.
A delightful Advent story told in twenty-four and a half chapters "Elegantly expressive art may make this a holiday favorite." --Publishers Weekly "A Christmas cozy, read straight or bit by bit through the season." --Kirkus Reviews When a mouse named Winston finds a lost letter addressed to Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, he sets off on an unforgettable journey to personally deliver the letter to Santa How Winston Delivered Christmas is a heartwarming story, organized in twenty-four and a half chapters, to share during the countdown to Christmas. Starting on December 1, children can read a chapter a day, and each chapter is followed by a fun and festive holiday activity to complete. This illustrated Advent story tells of the adventures of an adorable mouse and how a good deed can lead to a very happy ending.
Imagine if Hercule Poirot was a beaver... A fast-paced crime caper for readers aged 7+ with black and white illustrations. Ten-year-old Jacob Oolong lives with his eccentric great aunt, Lady Petronella Oolong in the penthouse flat of Odd-Doings House. They arrive home one afternoon to find an enormous heart shaped box of delicious chocolates has arrived for Lady Oolong. And these aren't any old chocolates though. These are from Eclair's (Est. 1844) and are the most wonderful and the most expensive chocolates in the entire world. But the next morning - SHOCK HORROR! - they've vanished! Not just gone... STOLEN! With his great aunt prostrate in her nightie with shock, it's up to Jacob to find out who has taken them, but he'll need help. He calls in a private detective who, rather surprisingly, is a beaver living on the floor below them. Enter... J. Algernon Pickle. Together, J. Algernon Pickle and Jacob set about investigating this very confusing mystery. Things take an unexpected turn when it becomes clear that the chocolates could only have been stolen by someone who lives in Odd-Doings House. But WHO could it be?
