Author: L.M. Falcone
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771381531
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
When Max Monroe discovers an old detective agency in his grandfatherÍs backyard, he also uncovers a spooky secret: the ghost of his great-uncle Larry! Max has always been obsessed with mystery books, so when Larry is given a second chance to prove heÍs a capable detective, they team up to help find a missing birthday girl. Can they rule out the many suspects „ including a clown and a practical joker „ before the birthday girlÍs mom comes home?
The Ghost and Max Monroe, Case #1
Author: L.M. Falcone
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771381531
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
When Max Monroe discovers an old detective agency in his grandfatherÍs backyard, he also uncovers a spooky secret: the ghost of his great-uncle Larry! Max has always been obsessed with mystery books, so when Larry is given a second chance to prove heÍs a capable detective, they team up to help find a missing birthday girl. Can they rule out the many suspects „ including a clown and a practical joker „ before the birthday girlÍs mom comes home?
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771381531
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
When Max Monroe discovers an old detective agency in his grandfatherÍs backyard, he also uncovers a spooky secret: the ghost of his great-uncle Larry! Max has always been obsessed with mystery books, so when Larry is given a second chance to prove heÍs a capable detective, they team up to help find a missing birthday girl. Can they rule out the many suspects „ including a clown and a practical joker „ before the birthday girlÍs mom comes home?
The Ghost and Max Monroe, Case #3
Author: L.M. Falcone
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771385901
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Max is thrilled when his favorite writer, Rhonda Remington, calls up the detective agency. But Rhonda is less than thrilled: someone has warned her to beware on the night of a big storytelling competition. Max is on the case, but his unusual partner — the ghost of his great-uncle Larry — is his usual bumbling self. Will they solve the mystery or lose the plot? It’s the spookiest case yet in the Ghost and Max Monroe series!
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771385901
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Max is thrilled when his favorite writer, Rhonda Remington, calls up the detective agency. But Rhonda is less than thrilled: someone has warned her to beware on the night of a big storytelling competition. Max is on the case, but his unusual partner — the ghost of his great-uncle Larry — is his usual bumbling self. Will they solve the mystery or lose the plot? It’s the spookiest case yet in the Ghost and Max Monroe series!
Ghost and Max Monroe, Case #2, The
Author: L.M. Falcone
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771380187
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Someone has stolen the Zamboni sisters' giant zucchini, which was certain to win first prize at the Harvest Fair. Max Monroe is on the case, with the help of his peculiar sidekick - the ghost of his great-uncle Larry. They encounter a cast of unusual suspects. But who would - or even could - steal a two-hundred-pound vegetable? One thing is for sure: this isn't your garden-variety mystery!
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1771380187
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Someone has stolen the Zamboni sisters' giant zucchini, which was certain to win first prize at the Harvest Fair. Max Monroe is on the case, with the help of his peculiar sidekick - the ghost of his great-uncle Larry. They encounter a cast of unusual suspects. But who would - or even could - steal a two-hundred-pound vegetable? One thing is for sure: this isn't your garden-variety mystery!
Lark and the Diamond Caper
Author: Natasha Deen
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459814029
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 61
Book Description
Rookie detectives Lark and Connor Ba are back on the case! When a pair of diamond earrings goes missing from the neighborhood general store, Lark and Connor just happen to be in the right place at the right time. Carefully mining the adults for clues, the twin sleuths work together to solve the mystery. Lark and the Diamond Caper is the second title in the Lark Ba Detective series. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459814029
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 61
Book Description
Rookie detectives Lark and Connor Ba are back on the case! When a pair of diamond earrings goes missing from the neighborhood general store, Lark and Connor just happen to be in the right place at the right time. Carefully mining the adults for clues, the twin sleuths work together to solve the mystery. Lark and the Diamond Caper is the second title in the Lark Ba Detective series. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Bye Bye, Baby
Author: Max Allan Collins
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 9780765361462
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
It's 1962, and Twentieth Century Fox is threatening to fire Marilyn Monroe. The blond goddess hires Nate Heller, private eye to the stars, to tap her phone so she will have a record of their calls in case they take her to court. When Heller starts listening, he uncovers far more than nasty conversations.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 9780765361462
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
It's 1962, and Twentieth Century Fox is threatening to fire Marilyn Monroe. The blond goddess hires Nate Heller, private eye to the stars, to tap her phone so she will have a record of their calls in case they take her to court. When Heller starts listening, he uncovers far more than nasty conversations.
Walking with the Dead
Author: Lucy M. Falcone
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1553377095
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
In this frightfully funny novel by L.M. Falcone, an ancient corpse launches two boys on a suspenseful journey through the netherworld.
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1553377095
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
In this frightfully funny novel by L.M. Falcone, an ancient corpse launches two boys on a suspenseful journey through the netherworld.
Be Careful Who You Love
Author: Diane Dimond
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743270924
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Chronicles the music superstar's battles against child molestation charges from 1993 to 2005, in an account that examines the complicated aspects of the case and provides insight into Jackson's self-transformation and the events at the Neverland Ranch.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743270924
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Chronicles the music superstar's battles against child molestation charges from 1993 to 2005, in an account that examines the complicated aspects of the case and provides insight into Jackson's self-transformation and the events at the Neverland Ranch.
I Didn't Stand Up
Author: Lucy Falcone
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781988347066
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
First they went after Jalal.But I'm not black -So I didn't stand up for him.Then they went after Mariana.I was born in this country -So I didn't stand up for her.A picture book inspired by the iconic poem "First they came for Socialists" written by Martin Miemoller in opposition to the oppressive Nazi regime, I Didn't Stand Up looks at common circumstances of oppression that children encounter through the eyes of the bystander - until he or she becomes the victim.Includes a history of Niemoller's poem and associated backmatter.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781988347066
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
First they went after Jalal.But I'm not black -So I didn't stand up for him.Then they went after Mariana.I was born in this country -So I didn't stand up for her.A picture book inspired by the iconic poem "First they came for Socialists" written by Martin Miemoller in opposition to the oppressive Nazi regime, I Didn't Stand Up looks at common circumstances of oppression that children encounter through the eyes of the bystander - until he or she becomes the victim.Includes a history of Niemoller's poem and associated backmatter.
The Upper Room
Author: Mary Monroe
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 075826772X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
The “magnificent, funny, and terrifying” debut novel from the New York Times bestselling author of God Don’t Like Ugly (The San Francisco Chronicle). Mama Ruby’s known for taking things that aren’t rightfully hers, like her best friend’s stillborn infant, who she brought back to life and christened Maureen. She’s also rumored to have done away with her husband. Some fear her, others try their best to avoid her. But Mama Ruby doesn’t pay them any mind. Not when she’s got the one gift God gave her—her precious baby girl. But growing up with a mama like Ruby is enough to make any half-sane girl wish for something—anything—else. And when Maureen gets the chance to explore the “real” world, you can bet she’s going to take it . . . and run like hell. “[An] engaging debut novel . . . The dialogue and setting are reminiscent of Zora Neale Hurston, but the story has a bizarre, violent edge la Stephen King . . . a candid portrayal of the cold-blooded yet fascinating Mama Ruby.” —Publishers Weekly “A chilling story that is bound to astound Monroe’s fans.” —Booklist Praise for Mary Monroe “An exceptional writer and phenomenal storyteller!” —Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times bestselling author “A remarkable talent.” —Chicago Sun-Times “Monroe is a masterful storyteller.” —Philadelphia Inquirer
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 075826772X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
The “magnificent, funny, and terrifying” debut novel from the New York Times bestselling author of God Don’t Like Ugly (The San Francisco Chronicle). Mama Ruby’s known for taking things that aren’t rightfully hers, like her best friend’s stillborn infant, who she brought back to life and christened Maureen. She’s also rumored to have done away with her husband. Some fear her, others try their best to avoid her. But Mama Ruby doesn’t pay them any mind. Not when she’s got the one gift God gave her—her precious baby girl. But growing up with a mama like Ruby is enough to make any half-sane girl wish for something—anything—else. And when Maureen gets the chance to explore the “real” world, you can bet she’s going to take it . . . and run like hell. “[An] engaging debut novel . . . The dialogue and setting are reminiscent of Zora Neale Hurston, but the story has a bizarre, violent edge la Stephen King . . . a candid portrayal of the cold-blooded yet fascinating Mama Ruby.” —Publishers Weekly “A chilling story that is bound to astound Monroe’s fans.” —Booklist Praise for Mary Monroe “An exceptional writer and phenomenal storyteller!” —Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times bestselling author “A remarkable talent.” —Chicago Sun-Times “Monroe is a masterful storyteller.” —Philadelphia Inquirer
Martin Bridge: Blazing Ahead!
Author: Jessica Scott Kerrin
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 9781553379621
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Short stories about school, home, and clubs offer Martin Bridge several opportunities for growth.
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 9781553379621
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Short stories about school, home, and clubs offer Martin Bridge several opportunities for growth.