Author: Jane Clarke
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 0763699152
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Chameleons are the best at fitting in. But Leon is an exception. Leon is neon! In this delightful interactive book, children can help Leon on his journey to find a place where he can fit in. Full color.
Neon Leon
Author: Jane Clarke
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 0763699152
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Chameleons are the best at fitting in. But Leon is an exception. Leon is neon! In this delightful interactive book, children can help Leon on his journey to find a place where he can fit in. Full color.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 0763699152
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Chameleons are the best at fitting in. But Leon is an exception. Leon is neon! In this delightful interactive book, children can help Leon on his journey to find a place where he can fit in. Full color.
Neon Leon Fast Track to Hell
Author: Leon Matthews
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910705254
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Neon Leon's autobiography Fast Track to Hell is a Glorious Psychedelic, Glam, Punk Rock and Roll true recollection of the time when Rock and Roll music was at a decadent crossroads. A reflection of a time of tremendous political, cultural, social, musical, revolution and change. Spanning a twenty year period from the "Riots on Sunset Strip," Los Angeles(1969) Atlantic City, Philadelphia, New York City, London, and Scandinavia in the 80s(1989)! You will experience Neon Leon's own writing with never before seen personal photo's and interviews . A sometimes shocking inside look. the music, the wild girls and guys, the parties, the drugs. "The Fast Track to Hell" of it all! What the Rock and Roll lifestyle really was like.With contributions, recollections and photo's from world author and film archivist James Karnbach (Let's spend the the night together,1982, The complete Beatles 1982, The Ultimate guide to the Rolling Stones, Shine a light, former manager of Neon Leon ) Eileen Polk (author and NYC star photographer), Mark Weiss(Photographer of Rock greats ) From the "Castle" in Hollywood, to the Chelsea Hotel in New York City, Kings Road, London, The infamous Marquee on Wardour Street with Johnny Thunders, recording with Mick Jagger, Sussex, England to the wild and beautiful Rock and Roll Girls of Scandinavia and those Hot Summer nights of pure Rock and Roll ! ...it's the story ! Get ready for a "Fast Track to Hell "!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910705254
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Neon Leon's autobiography Fast Track to Hell is a Glorious Psychedelic, Glam, Punk Rock and Roll true recollection of the time when Rock and Roll music was at a decadent crossroads. A reflection of a time of tremendous political, cultural, social, musical, revolution and change. Spanning a twenty year period from the "Riots on Sunset Strip," Los Angeles(1969) Atlantic City, Philadelphia, New York City, London, and Scandinavia in the 80s(1989)! You will experience Neon Leon's own writing with never before seen personal photo's and interviews . A sometimes shocking inside look. the music, the wild girls and guys, the parties, the drugs. "The Fast Track to Hell" of it all! What the Rock and Roll lifestyle really was like.With contributions, recollections and photo's from world author and film archivist James Karnbach (Let's spend the the night together,1982, The complete Beatles 1982, The Ultimate guide to the Rolling Stones, Shine a light, former manager of Neon Leon ) Eileen Polk (author and NYC star photographer), Mark Weiss(Photographer of Rock greats ) From the "Castle" in Hollywood, to the Chelsea Hotel in New York City, Kings Road, London, The infamous Marquee on Wardour Street with Johnny Thunders, recording with Mick Jagger, Sussex, England to the wild and beautiful Rock and Roll Girls of Scandinavia and those Hot Summer nights of pure Rock and Roll ! ...it's the story ! Get ready for a "Fast Track to Hell "!
Agatha of Little Neon
Author: Claire Luchette
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374721300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
A National Book Foundation "5 Under 35" Honoree “An enchanting, sparkling book about the many meanings of sisterhood.” —Kristin Iversen, Refinery29 Claire Luchette's debut, Agatha of Little Neon, is a novel about yearning and sisterhood, figuring out how you fit in (or don’t), and the unexpected friends who help you find your truest self Agatha has lived every day of the last nine years with her sisters: they work together, laugh together, pray together. Their world is contained within the little house they share. The four of them are devoted to Mother Roberta and to their quiet, purposeful life. But when the parish goes broke, the sisters are forced to move. They land in Woonsocket, a former mill town now dotted with wind turbines. They take over the care of a halfway house, where they live alongside their charges, such as the jawless Tim Gary and the headstrong Lawnmower Jill. Agatha is forced to venture out into the world alone to teach math at a local all-girls high school, where for the first time in years she has to reckon all on her own with what she sees and feels. Who will she be if she isn’t with her sisters? These women, the church, have been her home. Or has she just been hiding? Disarming, delightfully deadpan, and full of searching, Claire Luchette’s Agatha of Little Neon offers a view into the lives of women and the choices they make.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374721300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
A National Book Foundation "5 Under 35" Honoree “An enchanting, sparkling book about the many meanings of sisterhood.” —Kristin Iversen, Refinery29 Claire Luchette's debut, Agatha of Little Neon, is a novel about yearning and sisterhood, figuring out how you fit in (or don’t), and the unexpected friends who help you find your truest self Agatha has lived every day of the last nine years with her sisters: they work together, laugh together, pray together. Their world is contained within the little house they share. The four of them are devoted to Mother Roberta and to their quiet, purposeful life. But when the parish goes broke, the sisters are forced to move. They land in Woonsocket, a former mill town now dotted with wind turbines. They take over the care of a halfway house, where they live alongside their charges, such as the jawless Tim Gary and the headstrong Lawnmower Jill. Agatha is forced to venture out into the world alone to teach math at a local all-girls high school, where for the first time in years she has to reckon all on her own with what she sees and feels. Who will she be if she isn’t with her sisters? These women, the church, have been her home. Or has she just been hiding? Disarming, delightfully deadpan, and full of searching, Claire Luchette’s Agatha of Little Neon offers a view into the lives of women and the choices they make.
Firefly Home
Author: Jane Clarke
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536205877
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
"A charming, interactive tale that can help young readers engage with reading—probably one that will earn that simple command, 'Again!'" —Kirkus Reviews There’s no place like home. But poor Florence Firefly is lost, and there are so many bright lights shining in the night sky that she doesn’t know which way to go. She’ll need some help to find her way back home. In this clever interactive picture book, readers can participate in Florence’s journey by encouraging her to fly faster, suggesting which direction to take, and making a wish.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536205877
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
"A charming, interactive tale that can help young readers engage with reading—probably one that will earn that simple command, 'Again!'" —Kirkus Reviews There’s no place like home. But poor Florence Firefly is lost, and there are so many bright lights shining in the night sky that she doesn’t know which way to go. She’ll need some help to find her way back home. In this clever interactive picture book, readers can participate in Florence’s journey by encouraging her to fly faster, suggesting which direction to take, and making a wish.
The Neon Rain
Author: James Lee Burke
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 145161845X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
From New York Times bestselling author James Lee Burke comes his definitive, must-read first title in his famous Dectective David Robicheaux series. New Orleans Detective Dave Robicheaux has fought too many battles: in Vietnam, with police brass, with killers and hustlers, and the bottle. Lost without his wife's love, Robicheaux haunts the intense and heady French Quarter—the place he calls home, and the place that nearly destroys him when he beomes involved in the case of a young prostitute whose body is found in a bayou. Thrust into the seedy world of drug lords and arms smugglers, Robicheaux must face down the criminal underworld and come to terms with his own bruised heart and demons to survive.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 145161845X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
From New York Times bestselling author James Lee Burke comes his definitive, must-read first title in his famous Dectective David Robicheaux series. New Orleans Detective Dave Robicheaux has fought too many battles: in Vietnam, with police brass, with killers and hustlers, and the bottle. Lost without his wife's love, Robicheaux haunts the intense and heady French Quarter—the place he calls home, and the place that nearly destroys him when he beomes involved in the case of a young prostitute whose body is found in a bayou. Thrust into the seedy world of drug lords and arms smugglers, Robicheaux must face down the criminal underworld and come to terms with his own bruised heart and demons to survive.
Zen and Gone
Author: Emily France
Publisher: Soho Press
ISBN: 161695857X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
When Essa meets Oliver - a brainy indoor type, in Boulder, Colorado for the summer - she is cautious at first, distrustful of the tourist crowd and suspicious of Oliver's mysterious past in Chicago. But her nine-year old sister Puck is charmed and pushes Essa toward him. Soon Essa finds herself showing Oliver the Boulder she has forgotten. After spending a night stuck in a mountain storm, Essa wakes to find Puck missing. Now Essa must rely on her newfound spiritual strength if she is to save her sister's life, and ultimately her own.
Publisher: Soho Press
ISBN: 161695857X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
When Essa meets Oliver - a brainy indoor type, in Boulder, Colorado for the summer - she is cautious at first, distrustful of the tourist crowd and suspicious of Oliver's mysterious past in Chicago. But her nine-year old sister Puck is charmed and pushes Essa toward him. Soon Essa finds herself showing Oliver the Boulder she has forgotten. After spending a night stuck in a mountain storm, Essa wakes to find Puck missing. Now Essa must rely on her newfound spiritual strength if she is to save her sister's life, and ultimately her own.
A Neon Darkness
Author: Lauren Shippen
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250297559
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
A Neon Darkness, the second Bright Sessions novel from creator Lauren Shippen, features villain Damien, who can make anyone want what he wants. Robert Gorham always gets what he wants. But the power of persuasion is as potent a blessing as it is a curse. Robert is alone until a group of strangers who can do impossible things—produce flames without flint, conduct electricity with their hands, and see visions of the past—welcome him. They call themselves Unusuals and they give Robert a new name too: DAMIEN. Finally, finally he belongs. As long as he can keep his power under control. But control is a sacrifice he might not be willing to make. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250297559
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
A Neon Darkness, the second Bright Sessions novel from creator Lauren Shippen, features villain Damien, who can make anyone want what he wants. Robert Gorham always gets what he wants. But the power of persuasion is as potent a blessing as it is a curse. Robert is alone until a group of strangers who can do impossible things—produce flames without flint, conduct electricity with their hands, and see visions of the past—welcome him. They call themselves Unusuals and they give Robert a new name too: DAMIEN. Finally, finally he belongs. As long as he can keep his power under control. But control is a sacrifice he might not be willing to make. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Leon: Family & Friends
Author: John Vincent
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1840916419
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 597
Book Description
'The only challenger to Jamie Oliver's world domination in the healthy fast-food stakes is the team behind Leon, which has built a mini-empire on the ethos that "food should taste good and do you good"'. - Stylist The first Leon restaurant, in London's Carnaby Street, opened its doors in 2004 built on the promise of serving good fast food that does you good. Now, 43 restaurants later, Leon serves thousands of devoted fans a week. Leon Family & Friends is their fourth cookbook, created by Leon co-founder John Vincent and cookery writer and broadcaster Kay Plunkett-Hogge. At the heart of happy family life are meals spent together - sharing flavourful, nutritious food around the kitchen table and swapping stories of the day. Many of us feel we don't have the time to cater for our families in the way that we'd like but Leon Family & Friends shows you how to make the most of the time available to feed your family and celebrates the power of food to bring people together. It's divided into three sections: Today, including great breakfasts and brunch ideas and post-school teas, Tomorrow, for those occasions where some planning is involved - weekend lunches, birthday parties, Christmas and picnics - and finally; Yesterday, a culinary celebration of family food memories. With more than 200 recipes and ideas, there are dishes to keep everyone happy. Children will love the snacks in Crunch! Squish! Slurp! Their parents will welcome the quick suppers in After Lights Out. While no teenager should fly the nest without 10 Things to Know How to Cook Before You Leave Home. A new Leon cookbook is something to celebrate and Family & Friends is destined to become a much-used classic on the kitchen bookshelf.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1840916419
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 597
Book Description
'The only challenger to Jamie Oliver's world domination in the healthy fast-food stakes is the team behind Leon, which has built a mini-empire on the ethos that "food should taste good and do you good"'. - Stylist The first Leon restaurant, in London's Carnaby Street, opened its doors in 2004 built on the promise of serving good fast food that does you good. Now, 43 restaurants later, Leon serves thousands of devoted fans a week. Leon Family & Friends is their fourth cookbook, created by Leon co-founder John Vincent and cookery writer and broadcaster Kay Plunkett-Hogge. At the heart of happy family life are meals spent together - sharing flavourful, nutritious food around the kitchen table and swapping stories of the day. Many of us feel we don't have the time to cater for our families in the way that we'd like but Leon Family & Friends shows you how to make the most of the time available to feed your family and celebrates the power of food to bring people together. It's divided into three sections: Today, including great breakfasts and brunch ideas and post-school teas, Tomorrow, for those occasions where some planning is involved - weekend lunches, birthday parties, Christmas and picnics - and finally; Yesterday, a culinary celebration of family food memories. With more than 200 recipes and ideas, there are dishes to keep everyone happy. Children will love the snacks in Crunch! Squish! Slurp! Their parents will welcome the quick suppers in After Lights Out. While no teenager should fly the nest without 10 Things to Know How to Cook Before You Leave Home. A new Leon cookbook is something to celebrate and Family & Friends is destined to become a much-used classic on the kitchen bookshelf.
Leon the Chameleon
Author: Mélanie Watt
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781553375272
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Leon the chameleon has a problem. When the other little chameleons turn green, yellow or blue --- he turns red, purple or orange! Leon doesn't turn the opposite color on purpose. He just can't help it. Being different makes Leon feel lonely. One day, the little chameleons go exploring and lose their way. As the parents anxiously search for their little ones, they suddenly spot a speck of color far off in the distance. It's Leon! And thanks to his brilliant hue, the little chameleons are rescued. This time, being different makes Leon feel proud! Leon the Chameleon is a charming story that also explores the basic elements of color. At the end of the book, a color wheel displays primary colors and their complementary hues.
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781553375272
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Leon the chameleon has a problem. When the other little chameleons turn green, yellow or blue --- he turns red, purple or orange! Leon doesn't turn the opposite color on purpose. He just can't help it. Being different makes Leon feel lonely. One day, the little chameleons go exploring and lose their way. As the parents anxiously search for their little ones, they suddenly spot a speck of color far off in the distance. It's Leon! And thanks to his brilliant hue, the little chameleons are rescued. This time, being different makes Leon feel proud! Leon the Chameleon is a charming story that also explores the basic elements of color. At the end of the book, a color wheel displays primary colors and their complementary hues.
Tiptoe Tiger
Author: Jane Clarke
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1536227501
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Tiptoe, tiger! Tara the tiger cub is wide awake and wants to play. But Tara’s bouncing and pouncing keeps scaring all the other jungle animals away. Help Tara tread quietly through the jungle so that she can make her way home to her mom and settle down for bed.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1536227501
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Tiptoe, tiger! Tara the tiger cub is wide awake and wants to play. But Tara’s bouncing and pouncing keeps scaring all the other jungle animals away. Help Tara tread quietly through the jungle so that she can make her way home to her mom and settle down for bed.