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Paranormal or Perpetrator? Lewis Greene doesn't believe in ghosts and prefers not to involve himself in his Uncle Owen's paranormal project at his hotel. However, his cousin Allan has been missing for two weeks now, and someone just murdered Allan's girlfriend in her hotel room. Despite his misgivings, Lewis agrees to visit his uncle's hotel. When the police make no headway, Lewis decides to launch his own investigation. Among the rumors about his uncle's newly acquired hotel, he uncovers stories about Lady Sapphire who has been said to haunt the hotel. As Lewis tries to determine his cousin's actions on the day he disappeared, he receives several threatening notes. He soon finds that if he doesn't come face-to-face with certain facts, he may find himself joining Lady Sapphire in the afterlife.
Phantasm or Fantasy?Maralise Hunter's parents have finally left for their first extended vacation, leaving her in charge of the Whisper on the Moor Resort. She works diligently to make her parents proud and to make sure that everything runs smoothly at the family resort. However, she encounters a strange phantom presence in the caverns under the resort that makes her question what is real. Blowing off the strange stories her parents told her about the ghosts at the resort, she feels determined to find a logical explanation. When one of her employees suddenly dies at the resort under mysterious circumstances, she realizes that some situations are completely out of her control. Trying to find answers, Maralise discovers that some of the other employees have also encountered similar apparitions around the resort. After the police reveal the details of her employee's death, she worries about the safety of the other employees and guests.Meanwhile, Emory Lin has started his new job at a similar resort. He too runs into an inexplicable ghostly presence in the storage area. While trying to find his own answers, he experiences open hostility from his co-workers. Eventually, they give him strict warnings to avoid the lights in the forest, hinting to dangerous evil spirits that roam between the trees. When someone murders one of his co-workers, Emory also begins to worry about protecting the employees and guests. When one of the guests disappears, he heads to the woods to search for her, not realizing the danger he is in. Will Maralise and Emory find the true nature of these ghostly specters and put a stop to the growing number of deaths? Or will they become one of the many victims?
A Humorous family mystery about a Grandma's big secret Kendall and Kayson love going to visit their grandparents and their grandma's birthday means CAKE but how many candles to put on it? As the story unfolds, and misunderstandings abound, inquisitive Kendall is surprised to find out more than he bargained for. "How Old is Grandma?" joyfully illustrates the interactions amongst a loving African American family; children, parents, and grandparents and the learning experiences they share. Warm story-telling with a humor and charm that illustrates an understanding of the funniness, frustration and peace of mind that is so commonly found in children. Purchase a copy of "How Old Is Grandma?" to relax and enjoy as a family. The first in a series of books written for children ages 4 and up.
Sometimes all you need in life is a talking lizard Being a little brother can be hard. Caius is having a hard time being heard by his older brothers and sometimes feels left out. Everything changes when he discovers a talking lizard Lizzy the Lizard is also having a hard time. As the two develop a friendship they explore the lizard's story and her heritage and history. Caius discovers that everyone has differences but that our differences can also be our strengths Caius and Lizzy's self-esteems grow. But what will become of the hero of our story? "Lizzy Has Fantastic Feet" is a picture book about how children can perceive difference imaginatively and creatively. Part of a series of books written for children ages 4 and up, featuring an African American family.
A heartwarming tale of music, family, and unexpected harmony Like lots of boys, Kayson and his two brothers love playing sports but it's time for Kayson to widen his horizons and learn a musical instrument. With Papa as his chauffeur and cheerleader, Kayson dives into the world of piano, learning through the Suzuki method. As his small fingers dance across the keys, Kayson discovers a better relationship with his grandfather and a better understanding of the saying "practice makes perfect". But it's not all smooth sailing - a run-in with a tree before the big recital threatens to throw Kayson off-key Can our young pianist find the courage to play on? This heartwarming tale celebrates family and the special bond between grandparent and grandchild and shows how sharing our passions across generations can create the sweetest harmony of all. Part of a series featuring an African American family, written for children ages 4 and up.
A heartwarming tale of music, family, and unexpected harmony Like lots of boys, Kayson and his two brothers love playing sports but it's time for Kayson to widen his horizons and learn a musical instrument. With Papa as his chauffeur and cheerleader, Kayson dives into the world of piano, learning through the Suzuki method. As his small fingers dance across the keys, Kayson discovers a better relationship with his grandfather and a better understanding of the saying "practice makes perfect". But it's not all smooth sailing - a run-in with a tree before the big recital threatens to throw Kayson off-key Can our young pianist find the courage to play on? This heartwarming tale celebrates family and the special bond between grandparent and grandchild and shows how sharing our passions across generations can create the sweetest harmony of all. Part of a series featuring an African American family, written for children ages 4 and up.
"Rocket was a rabbit with an extraordinary mind, He had a heart for adventure, and he was wonderfully kind."Despite his fears and insecurities, upon hearing the news that the Burrows were soon to be destroyed, Rocket hesitantly steps up to give the whole rabbit clan a chance of survival.A timeless, heart-warming story bound to make you smile, chuckle, and most importantly, leave you feeling that little bit braver.
"Rocket was a rabbit with an extraordinary mind, He had a heart for adventure, and he was wonderfully kind."Despite his fears and insecurities, upon hearing the news that the Burrows were soon to be destroyed, Rocket hesitantly steps up to give the whole rabbit clan a chance of survival.A timeless, heart-warming story bound to make you smile, chuckle, and most importantly, leave you feeling that little bit braver.
The Visitations is the follow-up to Kathryn Simmonds' Forward Prize-winning debut, Sunday at the Skin Launderette. The poems are entertaining, amusing and accessible, but unafraid to bring in darker themes and worlds unseen. The tone shifts throughout between the elegiac and the sharply satirical, lit up with life's moments of sudden illumination: a life coach finds an old passport, an infant teeters on the brink of speech."This playful and knowing first collection is fuelled throughout by a strong sense of lyricism." – The Guardian on Sunday at the Skin LaunderetteKathryn Simmonds' first book of poems, Sunday at the Skin Launderette (Seren, 2008; ISBN 9781854114617), won the Forward Prize for Best First Collection and the Felix Dennis Prize, and was shortlisted for the Costa Poetry Award and longlisted for the Guardian First Book Award. Her pamphlet of poems Snug was a winner in the Poetry Business competition in 2004 and subsequently published by Smith/Doorstop (ISBN 9781902382678). She lives in London and works as a freelance writer, editor and teacher.
When the TV makeover people come to call, forty-something green campaigner Tessa is mortified at what they rake up, not only about her wardrobe but also her youthful stay at Greenham Common. Love and Fallout is a hugely entertaining novel from debut novelist and award-winning poet Kathryn Simmonds.Kathryn Simmonds was born in Hertfordshire and worked in children's publishing before taking a creative writing MA at the University of East Anglia in 2002. Her collection Sunday at the Skin Launderette won the Forward Prize for best first collection in 2008 and was shortlisted for the Costa Poetry Award and longlisted for the Guardian First Book Award. Her short stories have been published in a number of magazines and broadcast on Radio 4, and she has written an afternoon play for Radio 4 called Poetry for Beginners. She published her second poetry collection, The Visitations, in 2013.
Ellie's Magical Bakery: Best Cake for a Best Friend
Ellie Simmonds
Random House Childrens Publish
2014
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Book 1 in a magical new series from Paralympian and star of the Great Comic Relief Bake-Off, Ellie Simmonds. Ellie lives with her uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs Scrudge, in the miserable town of Greyton.
Ellie's Magical Bakery: Brilliant Birthday Bakes!
Ellie Simmonds
Random House Childrens Publish
2015
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Book 3 in a magical new series from Paralympian and star of the Great Comic Relief Bake-Off, Ellie Simmonds. Ellie is going to her first ever birthday party! But first she has to bake a brilliant birthday cake for her new friend Talia. But her magical recipe book has gone missing! Will Ellie find it in time?
Ellie's Magical Bakery: A Royal Tea for Royalty
Ellie Simmonds
Random House Childrens Publish
2015
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It's the annual bake-off in Greyton and the winner gets an amazing prize - an all-expenses paid trip to London and the chance to meet a very special VIP . . . But the Scrudges make revolting cakes - Ellie will have to help them win the competition, with a little help from a very special little magical baker.