Culture Adventure

Previously published as Propelling Beyond Barriers: Evelyn Sharp, No Ordinary Girl by Glenda K Clare Small town girl, Evelyn Sharp — a real warrior — wowed the world with her incredible aviation skills. As a young girl, Evelyn was an energetic young girl who dreamed of becoming a pilot. After school, she trained for hours every day, even in the cold winter, and made many sacrifices to pursue her goals. This young woman went from being a kid growing up in Nebraska to the youngest licensed female pilot in America and the first air postal carrier. She pushed past cultural barriers and ...

Diesmal bringt das magische Baumhaus Anne und Philipp an den Fuß eines Berges in Peru. In der Nähe lebende Bauern erzählen ihnen von einem gestohlenen Babylama, und die Geschwister versprechen, das Tier zu seinen Besitzern zurückzubringen. Doch der Weg ist tückisch: Die Suche nach dem Kleinen führt die Kinder in die geheimnisvolle Inka-Stadt Machu Picchu. Ob ihnen die Lama-Legende helfen kann, das junge Tier sicher nach Hause zu bringen?

Nong May and her family have had a lot of bad luck lately. When nine-year-old Jess arrives in Thailand and accidentally breaks a special family treasure, it seems to only get worse. It turns out the treasure holds a secret that could change things forever.

Le richissime Kin-Fo se retrouve soudainement ruiné. Il demande à son ami, le fidéle Wang de l'assassiner, mais à l'improviste, au moment où il s'y attends le moins.

When the movies come alive, survival means staying in frame. When four teens visit an abandoned drive-in theater on a snowy winter night, they expect cheesy thrills from a forgotten horror film. Instead, they find themselves fighting for survival as monsters tear through the screen and into reality. Now infected with strange powers, they must stop a cursed movie marathon before the final reel unleashes an unstoppable apocalypse. Some classics were never meant to be revived.

It's 1881, and 15-year-old Brody Martin has taken refuge in Indian territory from the Miller clan. The Millers are accusing him of horse-thieving and murder, and they don't care who they hurt to find him. Brody is hired on by Joseph, a Cherokee Indian, to help run his trap lines in the wilderness. Just as he starts to feel safe, he stumbles across a dying man and finds out there are worse things than being separated from his family and wanted for murder.

Life hasn't been much fun for Milly Dynes lately. There seem to be problems everywhere she looks. She's always loved her home in Tidgy Bay, but at the moment she wishes she was somewhere—anywhere—else. Then Eliza Vanda turns up-and magic comes with her.

Pugsley, a pocket-size puppy with a penchant for barking at everything, takes his best friend, Billy, to the park, where they count friends they meet. One thing, though: They have to have four feet! Follow them as they walk and rhyme their way through the park! Your child will learn the difference between what to count and what not to count!

Five-year-old Prince Mutota and eight-year-old Princess Nehanda loved playing in and exploring the royal castle grounds. Day after day, they played, but the little prince was restless and longed to run through the winding streets of the bustling city below and play with the other children his age. One day, when his father and mother were busy, he made his escape alongside his ever-watchful sister. Scouting the city they’ve only ever seen from above, they make new friends and learn about the people that live in their great African kingdom.

Indian Territory, 1881. Brody Martin, at 15, has survived a gunpowder explosion, a bear attack, a panther attack, and more than one attempt on his life. But now, he is wanted in Fort Smith for a crime he did not (exactly) commit, and bounty hunters are on his trail. In an effort to elude them, he finds a crack in the face of a ridge and slips into a cavern known as the Devil's Den, trapped by the men who would like to redeem the price on his head - dead or alive.

Dopeworld is a bold and eye-opening exploration into the world of drugs. Taking us on an unforgettable journey around the world, we trace the emergence of psychoactive substances and our relationship with them. Exploring the murky criminal underworld, the author has unparalleled access to drug lords, cartel leaders, hit men and government officials.

This is a "science fiction" book that is intended for adults 18 and over. It is NOT for the faint of heart. This book will take you to places and events I know you will find interesting. I was inspired to write this book by something I saw in the sky many years ago. Are we alone in the universe? Do cats eat doughnuts?

Juma the Zebra is always on some adventure! He shares these adventures with his grandchildren on the dusty, hot plains of beautiful Africa. On this adventure, he gets Mrs. Cheetah and Mrs. Leopard into some spotty trouble!

Get ready to test your knowledge and embark on an adventure through various categories, including history, pop culture, science, sports, and more. With volume two, the trivia quest becomes more exhilarating, pushing the boundaries of your expertise and keeping you engaged from start to finish.

This light-hearted novel centres on the magic, romance and mystery of the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius and is perfect holiday reading for visitors to the region. Against a back-drop of beautiful beaches, lush tropical scenery, and colourful creole culture, tourist Sarah Collins and local hotelier Roger Norwood share a series of dramatic encounters. Offshore islets with evocative quarantine ruins, abandoned cemeteries given over to ‘voodoo’ rituals, and the powers of a mysterious sorceress combine to ensure that Mauritius works its special magic on all the characters involved!

Callie Martinez-Silva didn't mean to turn her best friend into a pop star. But when a simple pep talk leads to miraculous results, Callie learns she's the newest muse of epic poetry, one of the nine Muses of Greek mythology tasked with protecting humanity's fate in secret. Whisked away to Muse Headquarters, she joins three recruits her age, who call themselves the Muse Squad. Together, the junior muses are tasked with using their magic to inspire and empower - not an easy feat when you're 11 and still figuring out the goddess within.

The sequel to the best-selling Bob and Avery Help Helga the Witch. Join Bob and Avery as they go to space! See the return of the famous cats, along with Kay J Douglas and Eric Gardiner. Bob and Avery join their friend Chester the Chimp on the adventure of a lifetime...to space!

Welcome to Brazil! Nine-year-old Sofia Diaz’s world is coming apart. So is the rickety old boat that carries her far up the Rio Negro river in Brazil. Crocodiles swim in the dark waters. Spiders scurry up the twisted tree trunks. And a crazy toucan screeches a warning. It chases Sofia and Júlia, her new friend, deep into the steamy rainforest. There, they stumble upon a shocking discovery.

Hana is troubled by the drought overtaking her village. With her grandmother falling ill, the young girl leaves the village to find answers. On the way, she meets a tree spirit that inhabits her teddy bear, Sora. The two then discover the reason for the drought ravaging the land: the kappa. These water sprites don’t like humans and have grown to despise them even more when the river became polluted from the villagers’ carelessness. The Kappa King diverted the river flow and vowed to destroy her village. Hana’s bravery and kindness unexpectedly earn another ally along the way–a kappa...

"Festival Vibes: The Definitive Handbook to Music Festivals and Culture" is an immersive and comprehensive exploration. This book is more than just a guide—it's a deep dive into the vibrant and diverse world of music festivals, offering listeners a rich blend of practical advice, cultural insights, and personal experiences that capture the true essence of these events. At its core, "Festival Vibes" serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the festival scene, whether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned veteran.