Animal For Teens

Written for children young and old and in the same vein as Orwell’s ANIMAL FARM, this book follows the farm animals as they unite to sue a mean neighbor trying to take over the farm. In this case, the court is a barn and the judge is an owl. An usual tale by an unusual author. 99 year old Richard Wren began his writing career at 84. His first novel, CASEY'S SLIP, promptly won 2nd prize in the NATIONAL EXCELLENCE BOOK AWARDS contest. THE GREAT BARN SHOWDOWN is his 8th book published within weeks of his 4th adventure novel featuring Joshua, a crime fighting Yosemite Park Ranger with ...

A bizarre accident ignites Audrey’s quest for justice and leads the sleuth and her childhood friend, Gary, on a dangerous ocean chase to snare smugglers. Only this time, the young detective’s impulsive actions nearly cost her life and push the relationship with her fiancé, homicide detective Gregg O’Toole, to the brink.

Loch and his sister are with their father on a scientific expedition when suddenly a hideous water beast explodes out of the water - and a photographer, hoping to get the picture of a lifetime, gets devoured.

The bears were hungry and the panther was pacing her cage. It was supposed to be a fun field trip to the wild animal safari. It became a nightmare of blood. The zombie virus spread like wildfire and by noon, they were alone. Safe inside the fences, a group of school kids are the only survivors. Like the animals, they’ve lived their whole lives being cared for and fed, pampered, and loved. Now, they have to learn from each other how to survive, how to hunt, and how to kill.

When Winter learns she can cast magic and only suffer a hangover, she squanders her power at her part-time gig, using it for illusions at children’s parties. She's the only one in the world with this gift, and she’s keeping it a secret. Or so she thought. She’s visited by a strange band of witches with an ultimatum: join with them and leave or suffer a worse fate at the hands of the government, who use those with gifts like Winter’s to crash jets and topple regimes across the globe. They’re forcing young witches into service. And Winter might be conscripted into a battle she wants...

My wedding was perfect--until it wasn't. A lost ring and a dead body could ruin even the happiest of days. Picture this: I, Glinda Goodall, soon to be Glinda Harrison, was standing at the altar, moments away from saying "I do." And that's when it happened. In the midst of the ceremony, my faithful companion, Iggy, a talking pink iguana and my trusted familiar, managed to misplace the ring. How, you ask? Well, in the process of investigating the shocking discovery of a lifeless body beneath a church pew, he accidentally swallowed the ring. Talk about wedding day drama! Naturally, the wedding...

An unlucky witch. A talking pink iguana. A frustrated ghost wanting to know who killed him. Welcome back to Witch’s Cove where the people—with the exception of a few random lawbreakers—are friendly and the sun always shines. If you want to talk to a dead relative, learn about your future, or need a spell created just for you, you’ve come to the right place. Hi, I’m Glinda Goodall, and after fourteen years of hearing my iguana complain about how my spell turned his green skin pink, I finally have a chance to help him. The problem? I’m either the worst witch in Florida or the ...

A revelatory investigation of human and animal adolescence and young adulthood from the New York Times best-selling authors of Zoobiquity.

With added illustrations !! This book has 1,500 fascinating and educational facts chosen just for kids. To make it both entertaining and educational, it has periodic illustrations, and the content is focused on animals, geography, history, and science and nature; for example: The king cobra is the only snake that builds a nest. They can lay up to 40 eggs at once; the nest is built from vegetation and helps keep the eggs safe. Aristarchus of Samos first proposed that the Sun was the center around which the planets orbit in the 3rd century BC; Copernicus developed a fully predictive model in ...

Hope Jahren is an award-winning scientist, a brilliant writer, a passionate teacher, and one of the seven billion people with whom we share this earth. In The Story of More, she illuminates the link between human habits and our imperiled planet. In concise, easy-to-understand chapters, she takes us through the science behind the key inventions—from electric power to large-scale farming to automobiles—that, even as they help us, release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere like never before.

A thrilling fantasy adventure with talking creatures, epic battles, and an unforgettable hero! Young Gethsarade, a squirrel with a mysterious past, stumbles aboard a strange ship while fleeing creditors—only to be thrust into a dangerous journey of prophecy, peril, and courage. Pursued by the evil forces of Barrogan Black, Gethsarade must uncover who he truly is before it’s too late. A perfect choice for fans of Redwall, Watership Down, The Guardians of Ga'Hoole, and The Secret of NIMH! A story filled with humor, danger, and imagination, where friendships are tested, and bravery is ...

Small Animals is a riveting examination of the ways our culture of competitive, anxious, and judgmental parenting has profoundly altered the experiences of parents and children. In her signature style - by turns funny, penetrating, and always illuminating - which has dazzled millions of fans and been called "striking" by the New York Times Book Review and "beautiful" by the National Book Critics Circle, Brooks offers a provocative, compelling portrait of parenthood in America and calls us to examine what we most value in our relationships with our children and one another.

A new job. A new hobby. And then death by bowling pin. Hi, I’m Glinda Goodall. After enjoying my waitressing job at my aunt’s restaurant for the last three years, I got sucked into opening up my own private investigation firm—as an amateur sleuth, of course. Just because I was a good listener[read: gossip seeker] and helped solve a few crimes, that didn’t mean I had any business hanging up my shingle. But hang it I did. In need of a different gossip source, my partner and I joined a bowling league. I know, right? I’ve shunned anything to do with athletics my whole life. Just my ...

Als Lilly nach den Weihnachtsferien ins Internat Sankt Anna zurückkehrt, gibt es einige Veränderungen. Elisa ist neu in die Gruppe gekommen. Sie macht sich sofort an den Reitlehrer Dennis heran und wirbelt mit ihrem affektierten Getue alles durcheinander. Außerdem gibt es da noch dieses neue Pferd – eine hübsche Fuchsstute mit einer Narbe am Bein…

When multiple attempts are made to steal a guest’s stock car and Audrey’s newly acquired alpaca herd gets hijacked in the process, she becomes frustrated by the casual attitude of her detective boyfriend and the police. Then, a kindly older man gets framed for murder. Losing patience with the slow-turning wheels of justice, Audrey races to solve the mystery herself.

With added illustrations !! This book has 2,600 fascinating and educational facts chosen just for kids; these are the best facts for kids put into one mega edition that combines Really Interesting Stuff for Kids with additional facts. To make it both entertaining and educational, it has periodic illustrations, and the content is focused on animals, geography, history, and science and nature; for example: The termite queen is the longest living insect. They have been known to live for at least 50 years, and some scientists believe they may live to 100. Recent research suggests that ice is ...

A movie production in Witch’s Cove, a talking bad boy raccoon, and a dead leading lady. Just your typical day in paradise. I am so excited that I am going to be in a movie! So what if it’s not much of a speaking part? Just being around celebrities will be awesome. Or at least it was until one of the leading ladies turned up dead. It’s not that my partner and fiancé in The Pink Iguana Sleuths aren’t used to dead bodies, but this case also included a raccoon, who happened to be the leading lady’s familiar. It wouldn’t be so bad if he hadn’t recruited Iggy for his nocturnal ...

Dark prophecy, hidden history, and the secret of the Catlands revealed. When an old enemy attacks, Omen and his companions race to defend the people of the Chain. But heroics have a cost. And the fellowship is broken.

Discover a delightful collection of sweet romance short stories, perfect for those moments when you need a heartwarming pick-me-up. Indulge in quick, charming reads that will lift your spirits and bring a smile to your face. The Man Sleeping on Bench When NYU student Julia finds a man sleeping on a beach bench, she offers him shelter, not knowing he's an attorney. After he rescues her from a criminal trap, he makes an unexpected offer. Will she accept? The True Kindness In a small town, a female grocery store owner's generosity strains her finances. Richard, a mysterious, grumpy man, offers...

Are you looking for a way to ignite your child's curiosity and love for learning? 100 Amazing Facts for Kids is the perfect adventure for young minds eager to explore the wonders of the world. This enthralling collection captivates children and their parents alike, making learning both fun and fascinating.