The Monkey Pirates


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One night, Emily Jane is trying to get to sleep when suddenly, there is an enormous thunk! and a dozen Monkey Pirates tumble out of her wardrobe. Monkey Pirates are in search of yellow, bendy treasure and they travel through space and time in wardrobes to look for it. No sooner does Emily Jane hear this, than she hops into the wardrobe with them and travels off in search of her missing Uncle Bartholomew who invented the wardrobe and who has a huge beard. There follows much silliness involving Buckingham Palace, a bearded professor, bananas, a time-telescope, and a Monkey Pirate called Dave, who's trying very hard to learn the ropes but would secretly prefer to be a librarian. Will Emily Jane find her Uncle Bartholomew? Will Dave ever learn to say "Aaarrgh!" properly? Join the crew to find out! Bananas and barnacles!




It's Them Monkey Pirates Again!


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Them Monkey Pirates are back--and this time they have promised to find Emily Jane's uncle. But they end up in the future instead. Can a robot called Julian and a very large banana help? Or will it all end in monkey mayhem and mischief? Aargh! Bananas and barnacles! This is another funny book starring many monkeys, a time-traveling wardrobe, and a very rude book fairy--readers have been warned!




It's a Book!


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A wry exchange between an IT-savvy donkey, a book-loving ape and a mouse forms this very funny picture book that's perfect for both digital natives and book lovers. With a subversive and signature Lane Smith twist, this satisfying and perfectly executed picture book has something to say to children and adults alike about the importance and joy of reading.It's a Book is another bold and funny story from the creator of the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal-winning There Is a Tribe of Kids, Lane Smith.




Bad Monkey


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Coming as an Apple Original series from Ted Lasso Executive Producer Bill Lawrence and starring Vince Vaughn • A wickedly funny novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Squeeze Me in which the greedy, the corrupt, and the degraders of what’s left of pristine Florida—now, of the Bahamas as well—get their comeuppance. “[A] comedic marvel … [Hiaasen] hasn’t written a novel this funny since Skinny Dip.”—The New York Times Andrew Yancy—late of the Miami Police and soon-to-be-late of the Monroe County sheriff’s office—has a human arm in his freezer. There’s a logical (Hiaasenian) explanation for that, but not for how and why it parted from its shadowy owner. Yancy thinks the boating-accident/shark-luncheon explanation is full of holes, and if he can prove murder, the sheriff might rescue him from his grisly Health Inspector gig (it’s not called the roach patrol for nothing). But first—this being Hiaasen country—Yancy must negotiate an obstacle course of wildly unpredictable events with a crew of even more wildly unpredictable characters, including his just-ex lover, a hot-blooded fugitive from Kansas; the twitchy widow of the frozen arm; two avariciously optimistic real-estate speculators; the Bahamian voodoo witch known as the Dragon Queen, whose suitors are blinded unto death by her peculiar charms; Yancy’s new true love, a kinky coroner; and the eponymous bad monkey, who with hilarious aplomb earns his place among Carl Hiaasen’s greatest characters.




The Greatest Sea Adventure Novels: 30+ Maritime Novels, Pirate Tales & Seafaring Stories


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In 'The Greatest Sea Adventure Novels', R. M. Ballantyne has curated a collection of over 30 maritime novels, pirate tales, and seafaring stories that transport the reader to the thrilling world of the high seas. Filled with action-packed adventures, daring escapades, and tales of survival, this compilation showcases Ballantyne's mastery in depicting the challenges and triumphs of life at sea. The collection encompasses a wide range of literary styles, from swashbuckling adventures to heart-wrenching dramas, making it a comprehensive exploration of maritime literature. Readers will be captivated by the vivid descriptions and engaging narratives that characterize each novel, providing an immersive reading experience. R. M. Ballantyne, a prolific author known for his adventure stories for young readers, draws on his own experiences at sea to bring authenticity and depth to his maritime tales. His fascination with nautical themes and his skill in crafting compelling narratives shine through in this carefully selected compilation of sea adventures. Ballantyne's expertise in storytelling is evident in the captivating plots and well-developed characters that populate the pages of these timeless tales. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Sea Adventure Novels' to readers who enjoy thrilling maritime adventures, intricate plots, and vivid storytelling. Whether you are a fan of sea tales or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is sure to provide hours of entertainment and literary satisfaction.




Monkeys on the Road


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After a decade in the corporate rat race, Mary was ready for a change. Too much stress and not enough time with her family left her feeling that her priorities were all wrong. So she and her husband quit their jobs, pulled their six-year-old daughter out of school, and moved into an old camper van. They planned to take a year off to drive south in search of a simpler life. What followed were three and a half years of heart-warming personal encounters, breath-taking wilderness campsites, and occasionally terrifying situations? ...In Mexico, an angry mob surrounded them on a remote road and threatened them with rocks, but just a few hours later, a local family welcomed them into their home, sharing everything they had. ...While barreling down the highway in Colombia, their van's battery exploded, filling their home-on-wheels with noxious fumes. Then the engine died entirely while parked in no-man's-land between Ecuador and Peru, leaving them stranded for a month in a tiny border town. ...They learned first-hand about South American politics when they got caught among thousands of Venezuelan refugees trying to cross the Colombian border, and again when a revolution erupted around them in Bolivia and trapped them in the capital city among protests and road blocks. Join them on these and other adventures in this feel-good read about a family trying to find their place in the world.




A Monkey Among Us


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He's a monkey among us... among a fungus... now HUMONGOUS. What will that monkey get up to next?




Baby Monkey, Private Eye


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Caldecott Medalist Brian Selznick and debut children's book author David Serlin create a dazzling new format especially for young children! A New York Times Bestselling Book An Amazon Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year Parents Magazine Best Early Reader of the Year "A marvel." --The New York Times "Inventive... fabulously expressive..." --San Francisco Chronicle Who is Baby Monkey? He is a baby. He is a monkey. He has a job. He is Baby Monkey, Private Eye! Lost jewels? Missing pizza? Stolen spaceship? Baby Monkey can help... if he can put on his pants! Baby Monkey's adventures come to life in an exciting blend of picture book, beginning reader, and graphic novel. With pithy text and over 120 black and white drawings accented with red, it is ideal for sharing aloud and for emerging readers.




King of the Pirates


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Adventure on the high seas with the wackiest band of pirates around! Nobody believes Monkey D. Luffy when he says he's going to be King of the Pirates. For starters, he doesn't even have a boat. Or a crew! And his first choice for a crewmember is Rorona Zolo, a pirate hunter and a prisoner in the hands of the navy. Even if Luffy can make it onto the navy base and past the guards, he'll still be face-to-face with Zolo-the most famous pirate hunter in history. Is Luffy as foolish as everyone thinks? Or does he have some unexpected tricks up his sleeve?




Bug Buddies (5) - Banished!


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It's the final showdown with Spinner. If he's defeated he'll be thrown out of the wood But if Spinner wins, then Gonzo must leave forever.