Early Fiction

Welcome to Malory Towers, where there's more to life than lessons! Darrell Rivers is Head Girl of Malory Towers, and there is plenty to keep her busy. Spoilt Gwendoline is up to her usual tricks, and Amanda is prepared to risk everything to be chosen to swim in the Olympics. Can Darrell stop Gwendoline from ruining their final term before it's time to wave goodbye?

Willie, a silly worm who hates dirt and mud, changes his thinking after an accident.

Wie alles begann: Horndeich ermittelt in seinem ersten Fall in Darmstadt. Für alle LeserInnen von Nele Neuhaus und Wolfgang Burger. "Schon während Margot sich neben den Toten kniete, überfiel sie ein Gefühl, dass dieser Mann noch etwas verbarg und drehte den Kopf in ihre Richtung. Dann wusste sie, was es war. Sie hatte den Augenblick immer gefürchtet, und doch gewusst, dass er eines Tages kommen würde: Sie kannte den Toten." In Darmstadt gibt es ein Treffen der so genannten "Madonnenkinder".

Cowgirl Kate and her horse, Cocoa, love getting up early and herding cattle on the range. They are the closest pals, even though they don't always see eye to eye.

In "Fools for Love," the seventh book of the Mountain Women Series, May Rose faces a summer of overwhelming obstacles. Her dearest friends are tangled in a complicated love triangle, and a competitor threatens the success of the boardinghouse. But these troubles pale in comparison to the tragedy of a drowned woman, the reappearance of a man with a deadly vendetta, and a flood that threatens to wash away everything May Rose holds dear. Amidst all the chaos, will May Rose find the strength to protect her family, her friends, and the life they’ve built in Winkler? Find out in this gripping ...

Following the recent death of her father, dressmaker Peyton Moses and her mother, Tracy, face a financial crisis as they struggle to keep their family business open during the depression. When economic relief comes by way of a Madam from a local brothel who offers to patronize their services, Tracy cruelly turns the woman away instead. But Peyton is desperate to do anything in order to survive despite her mother's pride. So, she seeks out the Madam and agrees to do business with her without her mother's knowledge or approval. And it doesn't take long for someone to start holding her ...

Sam and Tam are friends! They find a mat and mischievously consider the best way to sit on it. This book focuses on the phonemes m, s, t, and short a.

Murder of a Senator is a riveting murder mystery set in the vibrant yet shadowy streets of Colón, Panama during the early 20th century. This novel weaves a tale of political intrigue, hidden motives, and complex investigations. Senator James Hermann, a significant political figure, is found dead in his carriage under mysterious circumstances. Douglas Hunter, fresh from a diplomatic mission in Japan, had returned at the senator's request, only to find himself at the center of a high-stakes investigation. As he delves deeper into the senator's life and death, he uncovers a conspiracy that ...

Karlchen hat den Kopf voll verrückter Ideen. So wünscht er sich mitten im Sommer Weihnachten - damit er nicht so lange auf Geschenke warten muss. Mal spielt er friedlich mit Cousine Käthe, mal muss er sich mit ihr streiten. Oder er möchte 1000 Freunde zu seinem Geburtstag einladen.

50 Risks to Take with Your Kids is an easy-to-use framework of challenges for children aged up to 10. You’ll find risks that build physical skills, social confidence and character development, plus some all-important parenting risks that will encourage you to think a little differently about raising children. This book is not about developmental KPIs, and it’s certainly not about judgement. It’s about teaching kids to recognise and assess risk before they enter those ‘risky’ teenage years and about readying them to take on life and all that it brings.

Agatha Christie was an English writer known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, particularly those revolving around fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Guinness World Records lists Christie as the best-selling fiction writer of all time, her novels having sold more than two billion copies. Most of Christie's books and short stories have been adapted for television, radio, video games, and graphic novels. More than 30 feature films are based on her work.

Supernatural, Paranormal, and Ghost stories set in various locations, from England to the United States, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. "Ghosts Among Us" is a spine-tingling exploration into the elusive and eerie realms of the supernatural. This **psychological thriller** masterfully blends historical accounts with philosophical inquiry to uncover the spectral world that exists just beyond our perception. From the **shadowy halls of Victorian England** to **the bustling streets of early 20th-century America**, this book travels through time and space to reveal chilling ...

Welcome to the Gilded Age in Washington, D.C. The Dance of Discord short story is a lighthearted tale of spies and intrigue. In Washington, D.C. around the beginning of the 1900s, Secret Service agent Milo Quick and Duchess Felina Gattone must navigate an intricate and dangerous dance of diplomatic maneuvering. Hints are left all along the way for a twist at the end. Will you spot them?

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most musical adventure yet in this enchanting children's chapter book that teaches valuable life lessons through magical storytelling! When mysterious humming fills the air on Maple Street, seven-year-old Imani and her best friends discover Maya's grandmother's magical box holds the key to an extraordinary journey. Transported to a bustling city where rooftop gardens bloom and golden bees create symphonies in the sky, the three young heroes must help Queen Melody save her tired workers and chase away the worry-whispering Grumblers. Perfect for early ...

The Amazing Monument Adventure World Heritage Day Out Inspire young explorers with this educational adventure story perfect for early readers ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an exciting journey to discover the importance of World Heritage Day. When Maya arrives with news about a special tour at the Washington Monument, the three friends set off on an adventure that will spark children's curiosity about history and cultural preservation. In this engaging 2,000-word story: Children will learn about famous monuments and historical ...

Rýdzo teoretické, ale i praktické poznatky zo sveta zrelých cucotiedok...

This book will have you laughing. It’ll have you crying. But most of all you will be fascinated by the events and the people you meet in this sixty-six year span of American history. Grow up with an extraordinary American family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Watch as automobiles increase in number, entertainment evolves, and electronic devices are invented. Experience the joys of the Pikestein family as it matures and prospers. Enjoy their triumphs and cope with their tragedies. This is the continuing saga of the “Legend of the Pikesville Cave” – Tom’s book that ...

FBI Special Agent Will Trent’s instinct is put to the test. An exclusive straight-to-digital short story from the number-one best seller. On assignment at Atlanta's busy airport Special Agent Will Trent is forced to make a split-second decision. But is it the right one? Multi-million copy, international best-selling thriller writer Karin Slaughter is known for her razor-sharp plotting and her ability to put the listener right at the heart of the crime. Snatched is Karin at her best in a compelling story that will grip you like a vice.

In this fun, action-packed adventure, Jamie, and Tess head to the Jurassic period to try to discover a new dinosaur that nobody has ever seen before, but their plans change when they run into a dangerous Allosaurus! (AL-oh-SORE-us)

Abby is a spoiled princess who never thinks about the people around her. But when a frog saves her favorite ball from the palace well, Abby has to think about someone else for the first time. Will Abby learn what it means to be a good princess, or will she spend the rest of her life acting spoiled and selfish?