Kenneth Tam

Humanity has achieved the impossible: they have withstood an overwhelming invasion by the seemingly-unstoppable Scourge. As the battle to reassert control over the new world drags on, Lady Alex Smith, Captain Stephanie Shylock, and Sergeant Mike Strong are finally able to return home to Newfoundland for a rest. But victory alone is not enough for the legendary whitecoat. Her father is missing, and she is determined to understand the alien influence that has shaped events since she first chose her coat. In this final adventure, the mystery which Alex and her friends seek to unpack proves far more complex than they realize. As they investigate the mysteries of the men in blue suits and their allies, the graycoats, they risk endangering the victory on the new world, and the fate of their universe. Who has been manipulating the fate of Alex and her family since 1940 -- and since humans first marched onto the grasslands of His Majesty's New World?

Welcome to a unique series of nature-based children's adventure stories, featuring photos of real wild animals taken in nature Mister Bigflop is a special hare. He is curious and clever, thoughtful and brave. He can hop fast and far, and is always willing to help a friend in need. That's why he's made friends with all kinds of animals -- including some that are much taller and smaller, and some that wouldn't usually think twice about a jackrabbit like him. In this adventure his cousin, Wilson the pika, discovers winter haypiles are disappearing, and calls for help.Written by professional science communicators (and enthusiastic nature photographers) to teach real animal behaviours in a fun and engaging way, this story can be read to or by children with an interest in nature, adventure, and helping friends in need Please note: all photos are original and were digitally composited to suit this story. No domesticated or captive animals were photographed, and the wild animals were not lured, fed, or disturbed as part of the photography process. Mister Bigflop is an urban-dwelling hare who enjoys regular snacks of grass, clover, and fallen birdseed in the authors' backyard.

Wolfdogs are part wolf, part dog, and often find themselves caught between two worlds: too wild for the backyard, too civilized for the wild. The Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is one of the few places in North America dedicated to rescuing these unique animals, and educating the public about their unique natures. With more than 200 photos, this book introduces you to the 25 wolfdogs who currently live at the Sanctuary, and highlights their mostly-fun-loving personalities. If you've visited the Sanctuary, you'll delight in this chance to see old friends. If you haven't visited the Sanctuary, you'll soon want to A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to support the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary, which depends on donors to support its rescue and education mission.

An anthology collection of nineteen science fiction, fantasy, and thriller short stories written by the best authors working in Atlantic Canada. Featuring stories of chilling suspense, wonderment, awe and excitement by a wide array of authors, including Kenneth Tam, Scott Bartlett, bestselling author Matthew LeDrew, Ali House, and introducing amazing new talent such as Samuel Bauer, Christopher P Walsh, and Peter J. Foote. Featuring the work of Kenneth Tam (Champions, Defense Command), Matthew Daniels (Diary of Knives, Interstitches: Worlds Sewn Together), Jay Paulin (Super Galactic Space Explorers, Messiah), Ali House (The Six Elemental, The Lightbulb Forest) & many more

Chaos threatens to engulf two worlds. Emily's uprising has drawn the support of many Champions, forcing the British Empire and the United States to take extreme measures to prevent a rebellion. But in acting to maintain 'civilization', are the governments of Earth proving their adversary correct?As Alex, Stephanie and Strong cope with the aftermath of 1943, they must also help ensure that Emily's movement finds no purchase. Together with George, Constance, Elspeth, and their colleagues in Jimmystown they must hunt down and capture rogue Champions, while also seeking the truth behind the rebellion. Because even as Emily seeks revenge for slights against Champions everywhere, another agenda might be at work -- one that only the renegade's son, Robert Waller, may be able to shed light upon. Who has truly staged this conflict, and drawn its battle lines?

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