Tato autorka se zabývá spletitými příběhy s temnými prvky a silnými ženskými hrdinkami. Její díla často zkoumají hranice mezi dobrem a zlem a dopady těžkých rozhodnutí. Píše s nápaditou a pohlcující atmosférou, která čtenáře vtáhne do svých světů.
Set against the backdrop of the annual Pumpkin Festival, Poppy faces the challenge of making Vincent Van Goat, who prefers leisurely activities over racing, a star. As she navigates his disinterest in competition, Poppy seeks to uncover and celebrate Vincent's unique talents, highlighting the themes of creativity and determination. This charming story promises a delightful exploration of friendship and the joy of embracing one's individuality.
Poppy is on a mission to win a blue ribbon for her cucumbers at the county fair, but her plans are thwarted by Vincent Van Goat, who devours her crops. Undeterred, Poppy devises a new strategy, leveraging her knowledge of fast-growing vegetables and Vincent's eating habits. As she works diligently to create a new entry, the story explores themes of perseverance and creativity. The suspense builds around whether her efforts will be enough to secure the coveted blue ribbon at the fair.
In the concluding book in the otherworldly Taking trilogy, Kyra struggles to understand who she is as she races to save the world from complete destruction. Ever since Kyra was abducted by aliens and then returned to earth, she has known there was something different about her.
Violet struggles with her ability to perceive the echoes of murder victims and their killers, a gift that becomes a burden when she acquires an imprint of her own. As she faces the pressure to track down criminals while yearning for a normal life, her carefully maintained facade begins to crumble, revealing deep-seated secrets. The tension between her responsibilities and personal desires drives the narrative, exploring themes of identity, trauma, and the consequences of her unique abilities.
Includes a glossary and four super-fun experiments to try at home! Libby Loves Science is just right for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer and What Do You Do with an Idea? and anyone who loves to ask questions and learn about the world.
When Penny's brothers ask for her help after their encounters with Wolfgang (otherwise known as the Big Bad Wolf) she comes to their rescue by using all her engineering know-how to help them build a new wolf-proof house.
Vivi loves science! In this STEM-themed picture book, part of a series about girls who love science, Vivi and her classmates go on a field trip to the ocean to investigate tide pools. A must-have for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer and What Do You Do with an Idea? and anyone who loves to ask questions and learn about the world. Features a glossary and fun tide pool activity to do at home. In the companion to Cece Loves Science and Libby Loves Science, Vivi and her classmates take a field trip to the beach to study tide pools. With help from her teacher and a park ranger, Vivi and her friends make aquascopes, participate in a marine-inspired scavenger hunt, and learn about different species that call the ocean home. At the end of their trip, there's one more surprise for Vivi! Full of fun facts about marine biology and conservation, Vivi Loves Science is a perfect pick for aspiring scientists, classrooms, and fans of Andrea Beaty's Ada Twist, Scientist. Features a glossary and instructions on how to make your own aquascope and tide pool at home.
Vivi will have to experiment to find out!The Loves Science books introduce readers to girls who love science, as well as basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math.
The missing dead call to Violet. They want to be found. Violet can sense the echoes of those who've been murdered—and the matching imprint that clings to their killers. Her best-friend-turned-boyfriend, Jay, is the only one outside of her family who knows of her morbid ability. But when Violet discovers the body of a missing boy, she draws the attention of the FBI. As Violet dodges their questions, she is pulled into an investigation that will endanger more than just her secret. For without even meaning to, Violet has stumbled upon a dark truth—and a desperate killer.
In this Cece Loves Science Level 3 I Can Read!, Cece's teacher, Miss Curie, explains the opposite forces of push and pull. The Cece Loves Science books introduce readers to basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math, and are perfect for the classroom.
In this STEM-themed picture book, Cece asks one of life's most pressing questions: Do dogs eat vegetables? Cece and her best friend, Isaac, head to the lab to find out.This picture book is perfect for fans of Ada Twist, Scientist, and anyone who enjoys asking questions.
But when they realize they've forgotten an important ingredient, they use science to solve the problem-just in the nick of time. The Loves Science books introduce readers to girls who love science, as well as basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math.
"After a storm in her town, Vivi and her classmates volunteer to help clean up at the beach. When they arrive, the beach looks different from their last visit. Where did the sand dunes and tide pools go? Along with her classmates, Vivi learns about the forces of wind and water--and how those forces constantly change the world!"-- Front jacket flap
The third Body Finder book. Violet kept her morbid ability to sense dead bodies a secret. That is until forensic psychologist Sara Priest discovered Violet's talent and invited her to use her gift to track down murderers.
Explosive and romantic, the second installment in the Taking trilogy delves into themes of humanity amidst creepy, otherworldly elements. With psychological thrills and unexpected twists, it captivates readers who enjoy intense narratives similar to The Fifth Wave and the Body Finder series. The story challenges perceptions of identity and existence, making for a gripping continuation that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
In her second book, Cece and her Adventure Girls troop face a sudden thunderstorm while camping. They use science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to solve problems and safely make their way back to camp. Full color.
Krimi. High school junior Violet uses her uncanny ability to sense murderers and their victims to try to stop a serial killer who is terrorizing her town, and although her best friend and would-be boyfriend Jay promises to keep her safe, she becomes a target
In a dystopian kingdom where the classes are separated by the languages they speak, Charlaina "Charlie" Hart has a secret gift that is revealed when she meets a mysterious young man named Max.
Seventeen-year-old Charlaina, overthrower of Queen Sabara's brutal regime, is now sovereign of Ludania. While seeking to bring equality to her previously divided country, Charlie also struggles to adjust to her new responsibilities. She also has enemies, not all external ones, with which to contend.
Charlie lives in a land fiercely ruled by an old and bitter queen, where classes are divided by the language they speak. But when Charlie becomes the new sovereign, enemies still lurk biding their time to strike.
Poppy is excited for her hen Dottie to have chicks but is heartbroken to discover that Dottie's eggs won't hatch. Determined to help, Poppy and her mum visit a feed shop, where Poppy devises a plan to hatch her own eggs. The story follows her journey and efforts to ensure Dottie has chicks, exploring themes of determination and problem-solving in the face of disappointment.
Poppy and her friends, Ollie and Cassie, are eager to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day for their beloved teacher, Ms. Green. However, they face a challenge when they realize they don't have a gift for her. Determined to create something special, the trio brainstorms ideas that can be crafted on the farm. The story unfolds as they race against time to come up with the perfect present, highlighting themes of friendship, creativity, and appreciation.
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer meets The Fifth Wave in this chilling and explosive new series from author Kimberly Derting. The last thing Kyra Agnew remembers is a flash of bright light. She awakes to discover that five whole years have passed. Everyone in her life has moved on—her parents are divorced, her boyfriend is in college and dating her best friend—but Kyra's still the sixteen-year-old she was when she vanished. She finds herself drawn to Tyler, her boyfriend's kid brother, despite her best efforts to ignore this growing attraction. In order to find out the truth, the two of them decide to retrace her steps from that fateful night. They discover that there are others who have been "taken," just like Kyra. But Kyra is the first person to have been returned past the forty-eight-hour taken mark. With a determined secret government agency after her, Kyra desperately tries to find an explanation and reclaim the life she once had . . . but what if the life she wants back is not her own?
