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JUVENILE FICTION - Mysteries & Detective Stories
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By Eric Lucas
The Island Horse is a story about the summer adventures of two characters: Janna and Alex. Both Janna and Alex have just finished the fifth grade. Janna is vacationing with her Grandmother and Grandfather at the Inn ( The Inn of the Weary Traveler) on "Lovely Island." Janna and Alex meet one morning when Alex encounters Janna while hiding in the Inn's barn.He is hiding there because he is a runaway from the summer camp his parents sent him to: Camp Acadamia. Alex is a very intelligent but difficult young boy. Janna is a very intelligent but sheltered young girl. Alex presents himself superior to all others because of his high IQ and greater knowledge. This mode of presentation generates the story's conflict. Janna's reaction to this conflict leads her to discover the existence of a legendary horse. The horse is legendary because it lives wild in the island and is rarely seen. Of course Alex challenges the veracity of this discovery and the chase is on to prove and/or disprove the reality of the legend. On a deeper level this is a story of self-discovery for both Janna and Alex. In the process of discovering the horse and why the horse exists as it does they also discover certain qualities about themselves. Janna discovers that she has a heritage as deep as that claimed by Alex. As Alex discovers that the value of a person has more to do with what is unique about him or her rather than IQ or any specialized schooling. Alex discovers something very unique about himself.. Both children, in the process of adventure and tragedy, discover something very wonderful about the horse.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Donald Clark
One adventure leads to another as Peter and Polly search the Spice Islands for their lost parents. The evil Black River Pirates are never more than mintues behind the youngsters as the cutthroats try over and over to steal the map that leads to the hiding place of the fabulous Sunrise Ruby.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Katherine Buchwald
Secretly, three middle-school girls decide to take a bike ride to an old haunted mansion just outside of their neighborhood. Most of the people from Danville feared to go near the mansion that had been vacant for more than fifty years. With some hesitation, the girls are still excited to find out what was inside the old mansion's walls. Once inside the mansion, the girls try to unravel the clues to the old place. Their curiosity takes hold, leading them from one place to another. In the end they find themselves TRAPPED inside the wall of the mansion and fighting for their lives!
FORMAT: Softcover
By Barbara Ann White
The forest where Duck lived caught fire from the heat of the sun. Duck and all the animals fled to safety. All alone, tired and hungry, not able to find his Mom and Dad sad little Duck fell asleep only to be discovered by Maggie Magpie the next morning. She takes him to her home in Knotty Wood were creatures from all over the world live happily together. Mystery and intrigue starts to evolve around a thin scraggy scare crow bird that has lived in the wood for many years his name is George. George is a special friend to all the animals and birds because they believe the wood belongs to him and he planted all the trees in Knotty Wood. This puzzled little Duck because most of the trees appeared to be well over a hundred years old. Even when the GREAT BATTLE erupted and men began to cut down trees, every creature big and small fought for days to stop the destruction of 'George's Wood'. A new friend of Ducks called Bertie Blackbird was shocked when told an unbelievable, crazy, impossible story called THE GREAT MOVE. How George had moved rivers, barns, fields and lakes to a new location. Who was George? Who was Thoth? Why did Thoth the moon god with magic powers suddenly appear with his sacred Ibis bird? Duck certainly was very confused also very excited. He happily finds his Mom and Dad at an incredible REST CENTRE teaching damaged animals how to look after themselves. Having always loved solving mysteries, Duck proudly announces to his Mom and Dad that he has been made 'MYSTERY SOLVER OF KNOTTY WOOD', but will he be able to solve all the secrets and mysteries of Knotty Wood and find answers to so many questions?
FORMAT: Softcover
By Eva (UK) Sidickie
This is a story of a boy and his friends. All four of them go to the same school, live in the same neighbourhood and have similar interests. Ben, the hero of the story, is initially a slow reader, but we soon learn how he discovers the key and beauty of learning to read - and to master it. Ben is gifted with artistic skills, which help him to get through his exams with ease. All four friends, and their dogs, have many adventures together, discover interesting things whilst they are all spending a holiday at a farm. There, they save the life of a boy, who is in danger of drowning in a nearby pond, and have many more adventures. In the country, at Craggy Hill, they make some mysterious discoveries. Unfortunately, those things have to be postponed until the following year, when they shall return to continue the story.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Elizabeth Annette Deese
Two young children are spending their first full summer vacation with their widowed grandmother and her brother, Uncle Joe, in the small town of Bath, North Carolina. They are not looking forward to staying in the small town. They think they have a long boring summer ahead. But they learn that their grandmother's restaurant, Pirate's Cove, is being constantly robbed of its supplies. They team up with two other children from the neighborhood and solve the baffling mystery that even the police can't seem to solve. Could some of the things Uncle Joe tells them about the pirate Blackbeard set them on the right track in solving the Mystery at Pirate's Cove?
FORMAT: Softcover
By Alvita Shimko
Danny and Christopher are two boys who are both searching for something. Danny Merser hears voices. One voice tells him to do bad things. He finds himself in trouble. The other voice tells him there is a better way. The answer in in the book. Christopher Brown has lost his parents. He has a box that has the secret to eternal life in it. The box is locked. Time is running out. He must find the key. Make this journey with them as they try to unlock the box and solve the mystery of the Spirit-Filled Book.
FORMAT: Softcover
By by Ronald Lucien, Illustrated by Edwin Diaz
The children of Town Elementary are gearing up for a wonderful, new school year. They enter with all the enthusiasm in the world. Professor Able and all the teachers at Town Elementary are excited as well. But when little Billy falls fast asleep during the ABC’s, Professor Able wonders why. No sooner than he gets to Billy’s desk to find out what’s wrong, the entire class falls fast asleep! There’s only one person in town that can solve this mystery and Professor Able knows just who to call. Follow Detective Goodsmart on his first case as he attempts to catch the person or thing responsible for those sleepy students!
FORMAT: Softcover
By Kimberly A Stoppa
Already reeling from the sudden death of her beloved grandfather and her best friend moving away, 12-year-old Jill's world is spinning out of control. The only things which have helped her cope with it all is her faithful dog, the horse of her dreams, and knowing Celebrity will soon be hers. Everything suddenly changes and her world is further torn apart when she discovers her father's market steers dead, her dog becomes deathly ill and a new girl insinuates herself in Jill's life. While on a mission to unlock the mystery behind the strange events plaguing their farm, Jill finds herself in the middle of a bizarre and dangerous situation, and wondering if she will ever get the horse her father promised her?
FORMAT: Softcover
By Carla LaVern Jenkins
Debra and her sister Chanise were born only 18 months apart. Chanise is the oldest of the two. Fact, they don’t always see eye to eye but when it comes to finding out what happened to their dear friend Mrs. Brown or Mama Brown as they affectionately called her, they would stop at nothing. That’s until Debra lied to the police and threatened their freedom. How will they uncover the mystery behind Mrs. Brown’s disappearance? It will take a family effort and the breaking of more rules to get to the truth. As a little girl, I would make up stories and pretend I was solving mysteries. So, I tried to make this book unpredictable, full of twists and turns and yet leave you teary eyed at the same time. I wrote this book to inspire, educate and entertain people, especially children and teens all over the globe. The characters are modeled after my daughters, husband, nephews, and nieces. Their unique personalities shine through and once you’re finished reading this novel you will feel as though you’re apart of our family. There are some serious subjects covered in this book including diabetes, head trauma and honesty. Please take the time to learn more about each subject by visiting the links at the end of the novel. Here are the main characters: Chanise - genious, nerdy, intellectual Debra - emotional, determined, quick on her feet Mrs. Brown - warm, loved by all Mr. Jenkins - computer guru, relaxed Mrs. Jenkins - a registered nurse, daring Enjoy -Carla
FORMAT: Softcover
By Carla LaVern Jenkins
Debra and her sister Chanise were born only 18 months apart. Chanise is the oldest of the two. Fact, they don’t always see eye to eye but when it comes to finding out what happened to their dear friend Mrs. Brown or Mama Brown as they affectionately called her, they would stop at nothing. That’s until Debra lied to the police and threatened their freedom. How will they uncover the mystery behind Mrs. Brown’s disappearance? It will take a family effort and the breaking of more rules to get to the truth. As a little girl, I would make up stories and pretend I was solving mysteries. So, I tried to make this book unpredictable, full of twists and turns and yet leave you teary eyed at the same time. I wrote this book to inspire, educate and entertain people, especially children and teens all over the globe. The characters are modeled after my daughters, husband, nephews, and nieces. Their unique personalities shine through and once you’re finished reading this novel you will feel as though you’re apart of our family. There are some serious subjects covered in this book including diabetes, head trauma and honesty. Please take the time to learn more about each subject by visiting the links at the end of the novel. Here are the main characters: Chanise - genious, nerdy, intellectual Debra - emotional, determined, quick on her feet Mrs. Brown - warm, loved by all Mr. Jenkins - computer guru, relaxed Mrs. Jenkins - a registered nurse, daring Enjoy -Carla
FORMAT: Hardcover
By Evelyn Caro
"Amber knows what number come after a trillion, loves trying exotic new candies at Mr. Emin's store, and dreams of being a space explorer, an undercover detective, or a 'writer of great books.' She frets at her 'boring' life and considers her best friend, Olivia, to have a more interesting family. When Amber, Olivia, and Olivia's younger brother Eric become fascinated with a mysterious old house and its even more mysterious 'hippie' owner, they find more excitement than they bargained for! As their adventures build to a climax, Amber discovers an important thing or two about herself as well as about her friends - both old and new."
FORMAT: Softcover
By Carla LaVern Jenkins
Debra and her sister Chanise were born only 18 months apart. Chanise is the oldest of the two. Fact, they don’t always see eye to eye but when it comes to finding out what happened to their dear friend Mrs. Brown or Mama Brown as they affectionately called her, they would stop at nothing. That’s until Debra lied to the police and threatened their freedom. How will they uncover the mystery behind Mrs. Brown’s disappearance? It will take a family effort and the breaking of more rules to get to the truth. As a little girl, I would make up stories and pretend I was solving mysteries. So, I tried to make this book unpredictable, full of twists and turns and yet leave you teary eyed at the same time. I wrote this book to inspire, educate and entertain people, especially children and teens all over the globe. The characters are modeled after my daughters, husband, nephews, and nieces. Their unique personalities shine through and once you’re finished reading this novel you will feel as though you’re apart of our family. There are some serious subjects covered in this book including diabetes, head trauma and honesty. Please take the time to learn more about each subject by visiting the links at the end of the novel. Here are the main characters: Chanise - genious, nerdy, intellectual Debra - emotional, determined, quick on her feet Mrs. Brown - warm, loved by all Mr. Jenkins - computer guru, relaxed Mrs. Jenkins - a registered nurse, daring Enjoy -Carla
FORMAT: E-Book
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