James Preller

KOM NÆRMERE, HVIS DU TØR ... her er en historie om et spil, hvor frygt bliver til virkelighed.Men pas på! Mareridtsland er ikke nogen almindelig gyser, det er en kuldegyser! Aaron har købt et nyt og meget mystisk spil. Et spil, der suger ham helt ind i en verden, han ikke kan slippe ud af. Pludselig står han alene i en isnende snestorm, mens et hyl runger i den mørke skov.Der er ingen pauseknap. Der er ingen vej ud. Fra ca. 8 år

KOM NÆRMERE. HVIS DU TØR ... dukken har en historie at fortælle.Men pas på! Den enøjede dukke er ikke nogen almindelig gyser, det er en kuldegyser! Malik og Tiana elsker jagten på hemmelige skatte. Men da de finder en lille, mystisk æske begravet bag et forladt hus, ændrer alt sig. Æsken er låst, og den gemmer på noget, som aldrig skulle være gravet op.Noget, der venter på dem. Noget, der venter på dig. Fra ca. 8 år

Only in Washington, D.C. takes you to the district at the heart of the United States of America. Explore this iconic and diverse capital city by way of quickfire facts, amazing illustrations, and colorful maps. Wave to the White House, gaze up at the huge obelisk that is the Washington Monument, or find a moment to relax in the beautiful greenery of Rock Creek Park as you explore this unique and vibrant city. You'll learn the history of the District's people, meet their beloved giant pandas, marvel at the famous cherry trees that surround the Tidal Basin, and discover how D.C. locals have changed the world. Each of the region's major neighborhoods is covered in this comprehensive rundown of Washington, D.C., from the theatres and music venues of the U Street corridor to the monuments and museums of the National Mall. Get a dose of the District's fascinating past from a history timeline, and spot your city highlights on infographic maps. Landmarks, galleries, trailblazers, wild and wacky presidents, and the quirkier side of Washington, D.C. are all explored on dedicated spreads--just like the District itself, this book has it all Only in Washington, D.C. is the latest in the postcard-perfect Only in series, showcasing the best that the United States of America has to offer.

From award-winning author James Preller comes the first book in a Level 1 Ready-to-Read series about a moose looking for birds of a feather Moose really wants to join two birds at the top of a tree. But how does a moose climb up a tree, and what will he do when he gets to the top? Find out in this delightfully silly story about a moose on a mission...and the birds that are in for a pleasant, moonlit surprise

Welcome. Take a seat. Just ignore the one-eyed doll staring at you. Don't worry about the watching eyes. Or the wolves lying in wait. Let us tell you a story. But be warned. This isn't just any tale. This is a Scary Tale. For the first time, three of James Preller's spectacular spooky stories are available in one volume. Dive into Nightmareland, One-Eyed Doll, and Swamp Monster in this three book bind up.

"Perfect for fans of adventure novels by Jean Craighead George, Peg Kehret, and Gary Paulsen."Carter and his older sister Grace thought the hike with their dad and their dog would be uneventful. If anything, they figured it was Dad's way of getting them off their screens for a while. But the hike on Blood Mountain turns ominous, as the siblings are separated from their father, and soon, battling the elements. They are lost. They are being hunted, but who will reach them first? The young ranger leading the search? Or the mysterious mountain man who has gone off the grid?

Welcome back to the EXIT 13 Motel We are so so happy you decided to return.After all, why would you ever want to leave? IF you'd like, we can even make sure that your stay is... permanent.With black-and-white comic pages throughout, EXIT 13 is perfect for mystery and horror loving kids everywhere Try as they might, the McGinn family can't seem to escape from the clutches of the EXIT 13 Motel. Other guests come and go, totally unaware of the fact that Ash, Willow, and the rest of their family aren't able to leave, no matter how hard they try.But as they attempt to get to the bottom of the mystery of the Motel, things only seem to get more bizarre. Ash is hearing and seeing strange things almost every night, and Willow's attempts to learn more about Kristoff - the dark and brooding Motel receptionist - uncover a massive secret that has so far remained hidden underneath the Motel itself.New guests, new frights, and new animals in need of saving mean that the McGinn siblings - and Daisy the goldendoodle - have their work cut out for them. Can they get to the bottom of it all before the Motel closes its doors on them, once and for all?Return to the weird and creepy world of EXIT 13 in this hair-raising sequel. Whether you're a fan of mystery, a lover of horror, or even a graphic novel super reader, EXIT 13 is sure to grab you. This illustrated novel -- the second in the series -- includes black-and-white comic pages throughout

Girl bullies, internet bullying, and substance use are themes in this James Preller middle grade standalone companion to Bystander Mary O'Malley is tired of keeping secrets. Secrets like her older brother, Jonny's, drug use. Starting seventh grade is tough enough without the upheaval her brother is bringing to their family. It seems the only person who might understand is Griffen Connolly, whose older sister runs with Jonny in the wrong crowd. Mary thought Griff was too cool, too popular for her. But now he wants to hang out with her, and listen. When two girls Mary thought were her friends decide to slam another girl online, Mary tries to look the other way. Then the girls turn on Mary, and suddenly, she doesn't have a safety zone. Her brother is out of control, her family's energies are all spent on him. There is only one person she can turn to. But can she trust Griff? Or is he one of the bullies?

Welcome to the EXIT 13 Motel Pets welcome And don't worry, we've been waiting for you, so stay as long as you like.With black-and-white comic pages throughout, EXIT 13 is perfect for mystery and horror loving kids everywhere The McGinns were supposed to be going on a perfectly normal family vacation. Sure, Ash's older sister Willow was a pain, their dog Daisy was a whiny scaredy cat, and their parents were being kind of lame. All of that was to be expected. Perfectly normal But when the family decides to make an unplanned stop one night, it quickly becomes clear that this family vacation is about to get more than a little weird, because there is nothing normal about the EXIT 13 Motel.Rooms and hallways that don't go where they're supposed to, a receptionist that looks like he came straight out of a horror movie, and creepy woods that Ash swears have some kind of monster lurking in them - maybe even more than one. Something has been going on ever since the McGinns checked in to this motel, and if Ash and Willow can't get to the bottom of it, they might never be able to check out.Explore the weird and creepy world of EXIT 13 in this spine-chilling series. Whether you're a fan of mystery, a lover of horror, or even a graphic novel super reader, EXIT 13 is sure to grab you. This illustrated novel -- the first in a new series -- includes black-and-white comic pages throughout

4th Bestselling Children's Book Series of all Time --The New Yorker When you wish for your own fairy, you're a bit surprised when Bert the Below Average shows up. But there's nothing average about the magical adventures in this gamebook from the popular Choose Your Own Adventure series Bored and ignored by your busy parents, you decide to go outside and build a fairy house. Just when you're sure nothing is going to happen, you meet Bert the Below Average: a real, live fairy. He's not exactly what you had in mind. But he'll do. Let the Fairy House adventures begin Choose Your Own Adventure is the bestselling gamebook series of all time. Empowering generations of children through choice, it is widely commended for its appeal to reluctant readers.

With gorgeous multimedia paintings-and-collages by acclaimed artist Mary GrandPre, James Preller's All Welcome Here promises to be an evergreen gift picture book for children about to take the big leap into their first days of school. The bus door swishesOpen, an invitation.Someone is not sure . . . The first day of school and all its excitement, challenges, and yes, anxieties, are celebrated here in connected haiku poems. A diverse cast of characters all start--and finish--their first days of school, and have experiences that all children will relate to.

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. When a new kid moves into town, he brings with him a mystery as big as his house Reggie Armitage the III has found a box with a list of codes and a golden skeleton key--but he has no idea what the key opens or how to crack the code. It's a good thing 2nd-grade sleuths, Jigsaw Jones and Mila Yeh, are investigating The Case of the Golden Key. James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics

After Kym and Lizzie get the awesome opportunity to visit a bee colony, they realise all the wonderful things bees do! But how can it be that these amazing insects are disappearing? And what will happen to our food chain without the great pollinators buzzing about? If only everyone else at Clay Elementary could understand how important the bees are for the environment! Now that's a big idea that needs to be shared! With the help of Connor and Deon, Kym and Lizzie set out to show their school the beauty of bees, and use their powers of persuasion to make a difference in the world.

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. It's the biggest--okay the most stressful--night of the year . . . Parents' Night And Geetha Nair's painting has just gone missing. The stakes are high, but Jigsaw Jones and Mila Yeh have never encountered a mystery they couldn't solve. Can they track down their friend's art in time for the most important show of the year in The Case of the Vanishing Painting? James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. Is there a bear loose in the woods by Jigsaw Jones' town? For once this second-grade detective and his partner Mila Yeh might be out of their depth One way or another, these two young sleuths will get to the bottom of who, or what, is growling and snapping in those woods in The Case of the Bear Scare. James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. Jigsaw Jones and Mila Yeh have solved many cases involving stolen or missing items. But when the search for Kim's necklace turns up more than they bargained for, Jigsaw can't trust his eyes. Did the scarecrow on Ms. Rigby's lawn just . . . move? Find out more in The Case of the Haunted Scarecrow. James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics