Author : Tamarack Song
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 11,16 MB
Release : 2010-05-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 0472051067
Narratives inspired by the retelling of Indian stories and legends, with gorgeous artwork
Author : Alex North
Publisher : Celadon Books
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 12,57 MB
Release : 2019-08-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1250317975
**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** "WORKS BEAUTIFULLY... If you like being terrified, The Whisper Man has your name on it." —The New York Times, Editor's Pick "SUPERB" —Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review "BRILLIANT... will satisfy readers of Thomas Harris and Stephen King." —Booklist, Starred Review "POIGNANT AND TERRIFYING" —Entertainment Weekly In this dark, suspenseful thriller, Alex North weaves a multi-generational tale of a father and son caught in the crosshairs of an investigation to catch a serial killer preying on a small town. After the sudden death of his wife, Tom Kennedy believes a fresh start will help him and his young son Jake heal. A new beginning, a new house, a new town. Featherbank. But the town has a dark past. Twenty years ago, a serial killer abducted and murdered five residents. Until Frank Carter was finally caught, he was nicknamed "The Whisper Man," for he would lure his victims out by whispering at their windows at night. Just as Tom and Jake settle into their new home, a young boy vanishes. His disappearance bears an unnerving resemblance to Frank Carter's crimes, reigniting old rumors that he preyed with an accomplice. Now, detectives Amanda Beck and Pete Willis must find the boy before it is too late, even if that means Pete has to revisit his great foe in prison: The Whisper Man. And then Jake begins acting strangely. He hears a whispering at his window...
Author : Greg Howard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 29,88 MB
Release : 2019-01-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0525517502
A middle grade debut that's a heartrending coming-of-age tale, perfect for fans of Bridge to Terabithia and Counting By 7s. Eleven-year-old Riley believes in the whispers, magical fairies that will grant you wishes if you leave them tributes. Riley has a lot of wishes. He wishes bullies at school would stop picking on him. He wishes Dylan, his 8th grade crush, liked him, and Riley wishes he would stop wetting the bed. But most of all, Riley wishes for his mom to come back home. She disappeared a few months ago, and Riley is determined to crack the case. He even meets with a detective, Frank, to go over his witness statement time and time again. Frustrated with the lack of progress in the investigation, Riley decides to take matters into his own hands. So he goes on a camping trip with his friend Gary to find the whispers and ask them to bring his mom back home. But Riley doesn't realize the trip will shake the foundation of everything that he believes in forever.
Author : William Gorman
Publisher : Helm Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 13,20 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780976919322
The haunted and haunting stories of this book come from a variety of people and places, persons who reside in sleepy, practical neighborhoods scattered all throughout the Rock River Valley and over most of north-central Illinois.
Author : Lauraine Snelling
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 21,28 MB
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1441270981
Book Two in Lauraine Snelling's Exciting Wild West Wind Series After fleeing North Dakota and the now defunct Wild West Show, Cassie Lockwood and her companions have finally found the hidden valley in South Dakota where her father had dreamed of putting down roots. But to her dismay, she discovers a ranch already built on her land. Cassie's arrival surprises Mavis Engstrom and forces her to reveal secrets she's kept hidden for years. Her son Ransom is suspicious of Cassie and questions the validity of her claim to the valley. But Lucas Engstrom decides from the start that he is in love with her and wants to marry her. Will Cassie be able to build a home on the Bar E Ranch and fulfill her father's dream of raising horses, or will she be forced to return to the itinerant life of her past?
Author : Pamela Zagarenski
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 41,96 MB
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0544761286
The two-time Caldecott Honor artist shares “a sumptuously illustrated fable about the magic of storytelling and the power of imagination” (School Library Journal, starred review). When a little girl receives a curious book filled only with pictures, a whisper urges her to supply the words she cannot see. As the pages turn, her imagination takes flight and she discovers that the greatest storyteller of all might come from within. Pamela Zagarenski’s debut as an author reminds us that we each bring something different to the same book. "Surreal, staggering mixed-media paintings make traveling across such beautifully varied and bizarre storyscapes exhilarating."—Kirkus, starred review
Author : Rudyard Kipling
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 20,68 MB
Release : 2024-06-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
Book 1: Enter the enchanting world of the jungle with “The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling.” Rudyard Kipling's classic collection of stories introduces readers to Mowgli, a young boy raised by wolves, and a cast of memorable animal characters. Filled with adventure, moral lessons, and the beauty of the Indian jungle, Kipling's tales continue to captivate audiences of all ages. Book 2: Witness the harsh realities of urban life with “The Jungle by Upton Sinclair.” Upton Sinclair's novel exposes the exploitation and deplorable conditions of the American meatpacking industry in the early 20th century. Through the experiences of protagonist Jurgis Rudkus, Sinclair's work serves as a powerful critique of the social and economic injustices of the time, sparking significant reforms in the industry. Book 3: Delve into the psychological depths of introspection with “The Beast in the Jungle by Henry James.” Henry James's novella explores the life of John Marcher, a man haunted by a premonition of a significant event, the "beast in the jungle," that will shape his destiny. This introspective work examines the nature of missed opportunities and the profound impact of unfulfilled expectations on the human psyche.
Author : Trinelle Thomas
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 16,23 MB
Release : 2013-01-05
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781478300267
This book is about a teenager who struggled with the emotion of love. Is love really that simple even when your mind is meditating in a dark place? This novel started as a private diary between a mother and her daughter and is based on true events. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to face your fears and to be honest about your deepest thoughts and prayers; but through all the hurt and pain there exists God's unconditional love. No matter how deep the stains of your sins, and no matter how many bites of the apple you have eaten; God can remove it and restore you.
Author : Lana Button
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 50,65 MB
Release : 2010-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1554532809
A captivating picture book about a very soft-spoken little girl's ultimately successful struggle to find her own voice.
Author : Lisa Alber
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 41,52 MB
Release : 2016-08-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0738749729
There's a whisper in the mists In Lisfenora, Ireland, a strange fog has rolled in off the Atlantic. Along with the fog comes tales of the Grey Man, a predatory faery of local lore who snatches innocent souls into his deadly gloom. And with the mists come murder When a teenage boy dies in Detective Sergeant Danny Ahern's arms, Danny finds himself pursuing his own grey man, a killer who becomes more elusive the closer Danny gets to the truth. A mute woman may be the key to solving the murder and helping Danny heal his own broken life, but first she must unlock the memories from her past. Praise: "A worthy successor to Kilmoon in tone, mood, complexity, and keen insight into human failures and triumphs."—Kirkus Reviews "The struggles of [Alber's] characters adds depth and power. A first-rate crime novel that will satisfy fans of Dicey Deere and Bartholomew Gill."—Library Journal "Whispers in the Mist is evocative of the rolling hills and mystical beliefs of Ireland—as well as a brooding tale of murder...A complex and thrilling story about family, love and healing."—Crimespree Magazine "Lisa Alber's mysteries are atmospheric—brooding, complex, and featuring enough twists and turns to keep you guessing."—Lori Rader-Day, Anthony Award-winning author of The Black Hour andLittle Pretty Things "Rich, dark, and complex—every aspect of Alber's second novel rises above the commonplace. The mystery's resolution is expertly teased from layers of motive, obligation, attraction and repulsion, all in a memorably atmospheric setting."—Sophie Littlefield, bestselling author of The Guilty One
