This is the story of a lonely kid who develops a computer game, using what little of quantum physics that he has read, that renders game levels from maps of any format; the result is just a little too realistic. When he tries to combine this “World of Shawn” with a favorite game of his childhood, “World of One,” he soon finds Worlds colliding, to the detriment of his friends. Shawn must step up and rectify things, rescue the princess and save the World. The interaction and constant dialogue between the characters in this story, as well as the humor and action intertwined, have drawn comparison to that in such works as “The Lord of the Rings,” “Harry Potter,” and “Narnia,” so if a reader has an interest in any of those, as well as an interest in video games, either in the past or the present, it would be a safe bet that they would enjoy getting to know Shawn and his World! — “Your Hero” (Book Excerpt) I watch you from afar, You don’t know who I am, But I care for you, And would die to defend you. You are my Princess, And I am here to save you. I am Always, Your Hero — “The One” (Bonus Material) When no one else is around, you are the one who listens. When all is darkness, you are the one who turns on the lights. When the evil in this world seems to have overcome the good and all that was once true is utterly gone, You are the one who keeps me going just one more day. You are the one that holds back the tide. You are the One. — These are songs that helped me in the development of “World of Shawn” and songs that help recall scenes and elements from Shawn’s World, in chronological order. These would also be awesome for a WoS movie soundtrack, if a movie was ever produced! More will be added as I recall them: 1. Live For The Night – Krewella 2. Surrounded – BT+Aqualung 3. Atmosphere – Kaskade 4. Another Night Another Dream – La Bouche 5. Wake Me Up – Avicii+Aloe Blacc 6. Creep – Radiohead 7. Tidal Wave – Sub Focus+Alpines 8. Wild One Two – David Guetta+Nicky Romero+Sia 9. Starlight (Could You Be Mine) – Don Diablo+Matt Nash 10. Take Me Home – Cash Cash 11. Take Me – Tiesto+Kyler England 12. Never Say Goodbye – Hardwell & Dyro feat. Bright Lights 13. If I Lose Myself – Alesso+OneRepublic 14. Down – Mat Kearney 15. Worlds Apart – Jars of Clay 16. Hurt – Johnny Cash 17. Don’t You Worry Child – Swedish House Mafia 18. Save The World-Zedd Remix – Swedish House Mafia+John Martin 19. Pompeii Remix – Bastille+Kat Krazy Do you have ideas of others that fit well?
Don’t Leave Me Damaged
Sean Martin the son of a mother who was diagnosed with cancer and a father who passed in war, is left orphaned with two younger siblings that need him. At only nineteen years old he should be in college experiencing life with his friends; he had lost that all when he broke his leg during a track meet.He has no future prospects in front of him when he has to begin caring for Leon and Alicia, but all goes wrong when he can no longer pay for their apartment. It is only when he hands his siblings over to his aunt that he can really begin to learn about life and what he needs to do for himself and the people he cares about most. Living in a part of town with lots of poverty he quickly experiences spending time with those that have to earn money in any way possible – from sex work to drugs and to stealing he meets many people involved and he himself does things that he had never thought he would get involved in.This is a story of a young man finding himself in a world that has taken so much from him.
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One Night of Moonlight: A High Fantasy Novella (The Moonlight Pegasus Book 2)
About One Night of Moonlight: A High Fantasy Novella (The Moonlight Pegasus Book 2):
Years after Sapphira’s battle against the Dark Plague, Princess Selene has grown up – and so has her daughter, Terra.
Despite her mother’s numerous stories and the affirmation of her friends and people, Terra sees the world as a place that still welcomes darkness, and she wonders if the Dark Plague is really gone – and if Pegasus was truly as real as her mother says. When tragedy strikes, Terra is faced with the haunting question of whether or not she can believe – and whether it really matters in the end.
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The Rookie Spellslinger
About The Rookie Spellslinger:
Succeeding in her quest might be a monstrous mistake.
Alexandra isn’t a monster magnet, not really, no matter how willingly magical critters obey her or how often fanged things creep from the shadows to follow her home. They’re usually not man-eaters, after all! But she’s tired of her outsider status, both in her own half-human family and at the academy of magic. Alex has a plan to remake her reputation. An impossible plan. A plan so crazy that even the power-hungry Lord Mayor wants a stake – just in case. All Alex has to do is unlock the long-sealed workshop of the legendary spellslinger Corsair. But her supposed allies have their own devious agendas . . .
Her greatest assets are her Dwarvish best friend and the very “monsters” she wants to repudiate. But Corsair is less dead than advertised – and more treacherous. Friendship, honor, identity, it’s all on the line for Alex. Will success be the biggest mistake of her life?
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When Wishes Bleed
“Spellbinding and bewitching, When Wishes Bleed is the perfect mix of magic, danger, death, and love.” – #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer L. Armentrout
One Prince. One Witch. One Fate.
The upheaval in my life began the moment a prince stumbled into my house and asked me to read his fortune. Any other night, I might have made an excuse to get him to leave, but this was no normal visit. My fingers prickled to touch him. So, I granted his request by handing him a single wishbone. When he snapped it, the wish … bled.
Hearing me suck in a shocked breath, he asked what it meant. Such an ominous omen could only mean one thing: his death was imminent. Fate revealed that he wouldn’t die of natural causes. Someone wanted him dead. Stunned by the revelation, the man I now knew as Prince Tauren disappeared into a night I feared he wouldn’t survive.
The following day, I received an invitation to the castle. While it seemed the prince believed I could intervene and uncover who was plotting his death, his motives didn’t stop there. I was being summoned to join twelve other women in vying for the opportunity to be his wife and future queen. Going could mean jeopardizing my plans to reclaim my heritage and resurrect the House of Fate. But staying would guarantee Tauren’s death, and the blood of his wish would be on my hands.
When Wishes Bleed is a young adult fantasy romance perfect for fans of Adrienne Young, Cora Carmack and Kiera Cass.
Praise for When Wishes Bleed: “Spellbinding and bewitching, When Wishes Bleed is the perfect mix of magic, danger, death, and love.” – # 1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer L. Armentrout
“The Selection meets The Hunger Games in this MUST read!” – Tara Brown, International bestselling author
“Witchy, witty, and wildly addictive. Bond’s twist on Fate is imaginative and fun. Cinderella meets the Hunger Games in this magical tale of family, tradition, and deception.” ~Tish Thawer, best-selling author of The Witches of BlackBrook series
“Spell-binding and delicious, with magic that’s absolutely magnetizing. An unforgettable story with breakneck pace, enchanting characters and a dynamic plot. A real page-turner!” ~Misty Provencher, author of the Cornerstone series
“Casey crafted an intricate magical tale into a masterpiece. Be ready to be enthralled.” – Mary Ting, International bestselling, award-winning author Mary Ting
“A magically phenomenal tale with a bewitching modern spin.” – Brittany Hively of Books Babble
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To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles Book 1)
About To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles Book 1):
With an endearing yet fierce female protagonist, fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jenna Wolfhart will love this epic Fae fantasy.
The last of her line, a faerie princess prepares to take the throne. But multiple forces plot against her, some trusted friends…
After losing her brothers, Titania studied and trained to rule Aubren. But she hadn’t planned on becoming Queen at fifteen. Now with her reign challenged from within the castle walls, she must decide what is best for her kingdom. Should another rule in her stead? Or has fate led her to this moment?
Only she can decide a path that becomes littered with choices. Will a marriage shore up her reign? Could naming a successor be enough? And what of the creatures of the deep and a tale of one who can end all evil? Faced with a choice to aid beings of Upper Earth, she must weigh whether to believe her inner compass and face charges of treason. Accepting the edicts of the High Council may be a safer route, but is it the best choice for the realm?
Titania’s emerging power lies just beyond her reach. Will it manifest we she most needs it? Or do they face an eternity in darkness?
To be a Fae Queen is the first book in the Realm Chronicles series, beginning a magical journey into the realm of Middle Earth. If you like fearless heroines, you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s thrilling fantasy.
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The Pirated Papers
‘The Pirated Papers’ is a captivating compendium that promises to enthrall and inspire, offering a diverse array of stories that will linger in your mind forever. This unique anthology invites you to explore a rich tapestry of narratives spanning various genres.
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Ferryl Shayde
How many people have a tattoo that teaches them magic?
While trying to outrun the local bully, Abel trips over a stone slab and something wakes up.
After it helps him escape, Abel returns the favor and breaks the binding seals and finds himself apprenticed to Ferryl Shayde.
Once Ferryl takes up residence as a tattoo on his arm, Abel can see the magical creatures that live alongside us every day. Not the ones of folk tales, but their scruffy, slimy, fanged cousins. Worse, he finds that the pact that should keep them under some sort of control has failed.
Magic is easy, controlling it can be lethal, and by letting Ferryl Shayde out Abel has aroused the unwanted interest of others.
If only it was just a board game, like the one he is creating with his friends. Unfortunately, it turns out the other way around and the players begin to discover real magic.
Oops.
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One of Us Is Gone
“The Truth Hurts for a Little While. A Lie Hurts Forever.” – Ryan Bigge.
Ride-or-die childhood friends Cleo, Sarah, and Milton begin life as freshmen at Kensington University with an unspoken pact: Always stay close and never be apart long enough to miss each other. The three friends are inseparable… until Sarah vanishes without a trace.
Hot on the trail of Sarah’s disappearance, Cleo soon discovers her longtime friend had a hidden life and her deception ran deeper than what Cleo could have imagined.
Both wide-eyed friends left get familiar with three sides to every story: the new group of friends who swear they haven’t seen her, Sarah’s, and the truth.
They all harbor secret grudges against Sarah, including Cleo and Milton. But if Cleo ever wants to find out what happened to Sarah, she must train her mind to foster two things:
1. Those she would take a bullet for will always be behind the trigger.
2. The worst part about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies.
For fans of Michele Leathers, and Jessica Goodmanin this tale of dark secrets, conditional friendships, and obsessing about an investigation that could get you killed.
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Really Puzzled (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 2)
About Really Puzzled (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 2):
Two years have passed since Peter and his friends went up against Zoltan—a supernatural being—in a battle of minds and wits, with the fate of the Earth on the line.
Life is great for Peter now: He and Nicola are still dating. He’s about to start high school, where he will be taking advanced science and math classes.
But then, out of nowhere, something happens… Something confusing and terrifying, which has the potential to cause immeasurable destruction. Is Zoltan angry again? Is Peter not living up to his promise? Or… is something else going on?
So once again, Peter and his friends’ problem-solving skills are needed. But this time, what they are faced with is way more puzzling, and the stakes are much, much higher.
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intermediate readers
solving mysteries
solving riddles
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This book is ideal for fans of:
A to Z Mysteries
Ballpark Mysteries
Boxcar Children
Captain Underpants
Crime Travelers
Dog Man
Encyclopedia Brown
Epic Zero
Hardy Boys
Harry Potter
The Last Kids on Earth
Trapped in a Video Game
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Extremely Puzzled (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 3)
About Extremely Puzzled (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 3):
An adventure story series filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy – for kids ages 9-12 and teens
Fall is changing to winter in Clearville, mere months after Peter and his friends went up against their second supernatural adversary.
The positives in Peter’s life are adding up: He and Nicola have never been happier. Classes at school are far more interesting than he had anticipated. And Christmas, his favorite time of year, is just around the corner.
However, something begins to eat away at Peter’s conscience, and he feels compelled to act. But even when one has only good intentions in mind, unpredictable—or possibly even disastrous—consequences can occur.
For the third time in less than three years, Peter and his friends’ talents are put to the test. And anything less than perfection will mean a terrifying, unthinkable, impossible-to-live-with outcome…
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mystery books for teens
mystery books for kids 9-12
adventure books for teens
adventure books for girls
adventure books for boys
chapter books for kids age 9-12
chapter books for kids age 8-10
intermediate readers
solving mysteries
solving riddles
kids suspense books
This book is ideal for fans of:
A to Z Mysteries
Ballpark Mysteries
Boxcar Children
Captain Underpants
Crime Travelers
Dog Man
Encyclopedia Brown
Epic Zero
Hardy Boys
Harry Potter
The Last Kids on Earth
Trapped in a Video Game
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Puzzled: An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy – for kids ages 9-12 and teens (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 1)
About Puzzled: An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy – for kids ages 9-12 and teens (The Puzzled Mystery Adventure Series Book 1):
Peter, an exceptionally clever junior high school kid, is pulled into an adventure where he and a few friends have to solve a series of very challenging riddles and puzzles. Peter’s mind, which has an amazing talent for problem-solving, is needed to save the world.
This adventure sure is a big change from what Peter typically deals with in life: He gets called geek and nerd by everyone in the cool group. He tries to hide his love for learning, in a hope to stick out a little less. He fantasizes about a girl who is out of his league.
Peter and his friends must solve every confusing riddle and challenging puzzle they face. If they can’t, a powerful supernatural being will cause immense destruction and devastation…
The Puzzled Series is a one-of-a-kind mystery adventure that will capture the interest of kids, teenagers, and adults. You’ll be scratching your head as you try to solve the puzzles and riddles along with the characters!
Over 900 five-star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.
Here’s what readers are saying:
★★★★★ “My son keeps yelling I love this book. He doesn’t say that very often. Bravo.”
★★★★★ “My 10 year old and 8 year old loved diving into this awesome adventure story.”
★★★★★ “It’s fun, cool, mysterious, and exciting, just what I look for in a book! (Zoe, age 9)”
★★★★★ “This book is amazing,1000000% my favourite book ever – Review by Tom age 11.”
★★★★★ “I’m 40 years old but I still love a great read. Love the storytelling and the puzzles.”
★★★★★ “My inner 10-year-old was hooked from the first page.”
★★★★★ “Smart, fun, use your brain kind of a book.”
★★★★★ “Brilliant adventure story probably aimed at 8-12 year olds but I am a female 70 (something) and loved it.”
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Progressive Digression: A Book of Poetry
About Progressive Digression: A Book of Poetry:
A collection of mostly free verse poems written throughout the author’s adolescence and young adulthood. This is the familiar story of striving for progression, while continuously digressing. It is an attempt to show the struggle that we all face in growing: we move on, but not always forward, and not always in a straight line. In these pages are stories of unrequited love and sadness, as well as hopefulness, found truly only in One Source.
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A Tale Of Two (Valiant series, Book 1): A beautifully crafted fairy tale retelling bursting with trickery, magic and secrets
About A Tale Of Two (Valiant series, Book 1): A beautifully crafted fairy tale retelling bursting with trickery, magic and secrets:
A mysterious talking fox, a girl with a dark secret, a treacherous king and an evil queen.
As if the gruesome monsters, fire breathing dragons and blood thirsty pixies weren’t enough!
A Tale of Two is the first installment in the Valiant series, an enchanting fairy-tale retelling epic adventure following Elaine on her journey to save the enchanted kingdom from the forces of evil that aim to destroy all that ever was!
Once upon a time, long ago, a shadow fell upon this land. What once was beautiful turned dark and ugly.
Now, the fate of the entire kingdom laid upon Elaine’s delicate shoulders – just an ordinary baker’s daughter.
But Elaine always felt different, as if she was destined for much more, if she could just believe in herself and fight her worst fears.
When strange things and evil forces started appearing, she understood there was more hidden than known – about both the kingdom and herself!
Together with an old wise sorceress and a mysterious talking fox, Elaine sets on her quest to free the kingdom from tyranny and the evil forces that aim to destroy all that exists.
Join Elaine on this fascinating fairytale fantasy adventure through the four books in the Valiant series:
Book 1: A Tale of Two
Book 2: Forged Destiny
Book 3: Gathered Storm
Book 4: Fairest to Fall
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My (Not So) Boring Life
About My (Not So) Boring Life:
‘So boring she was forgettable’ will be my epitaph, so why is Jaxon Lewis eyeing me like candy?
Having a massive unrequited crush on the same guy for four years was not how aspiring poet Rachel had envisioned spending high school. Blending into the wall and being the most forgotten person in high school, sure, but pining after a guy for years?
She’s realistic: her mother has made her well aware of a fact that Rachel has known for years, guys like Jaxon will never give a girl who has to hide her figure in baggy jeans and big t-shirts the time of day. And he never has. But now that they are paired up in half their classes for her senior year and she’s having to spend way more time with him than is comfortable for her, he seems to be noticing her. Is that such a good thing?
Jaxon knows everyone and is more observant than people give him credit – he also also has a closely guarded secret that might destroy his reputation as one of the most popular kids in school if it came out.
He’s never been serious about anyone because high school, but he loves how Rachel blushes when he flirts with her. Suddenly it’s not all fun and games anymore and the girl he thought was a harmless flirtationship is putting him at risk for getting in over his head.
**This book contains sweet romance between late teenagers, some kissing, some humor, and a lot of angst. To experience the intensity and drama of young love all over again, pick up your copy today!**
Look for Books 1-4 in the Believe in Us series: Bk 1: My (Not So) Boring Life – Rachel and Jaxon Bk 2: My (Not So) Perfect Plan – Claire and Evan Bk 3: My (Not So) Secret Crush – Raven and Lucy Bk 4: My (Not So) Grand Adventure – Blain and Tamara Bk 5: My (Not So) Worst Enemy: Reid and Isabel (sign up to my newsletter to receive this one for free!)
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The Thief and the Historian by Brendan Corbett
About The Thief and the Historian by Brendan Corbett:
Aeda, a gifted Thief, is confined to the coastal city of Biersport, where she is a member of the elusive Grey Society. Bound by their commands, Aeda is reluctant to continue her life of crime but knows no other way to survive.
One fateful day, Aeda is tasked with stealing from the Historian Gieral, a member of the legendary order responsible for chronicling all of history. But when their paths cross, Aeda’s life takes an unexpected turn. She is suddenly torn from the only life she has ever known and thrust into a new world filled with strange creatures and ancient mysteries.
As Aeda struggles to find her place, she is pulled into the mystery of missing Historians. Along the way, she will traverse perilous landscapes, encounter terrifying beasts, and be forced to rethink her own purpose in life.
Will Aeda be able to rise above her circumstances and find her place in the world? Join her epic quest in The Thief and the Historian, a spellbinding tale of adventure, belonging, and the power of history.
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The Black Heart of the Station
About The Black Heart of the Station:
Delinquent or Prophet? Whichever teenager Josh Driscoll is, he may be his people’s only hope of salvation.
The Station is a city buried deep beneath the surface of a frozen, lifeless earth, its origins lost in the mists of time. Josh’s frequent rule-breaking exploits are focused on a single question – how did we get here?
But Josh goes too far when he steals a space-suit and escapes to the surface to explore.
As punishment, the governing Council, of which his father is a member, concscripts him to Saint Carmine’s, the Station’s resident monastery. At first desperate to escape, Josh finds himself drawn into the monastery’s ancient texts.
Deciphering a centuries-old scripture, Josh learns that the Black Heart, a computer complex sealed off after an ancient asteroid strike, may hold the answers he’s been seeking, and may be all that can save the Station from annihilation. When the deranged head of the Council vows to demolish the complex, Josh leads a desperate battle to stop him.
But can Josh and his tiny band of followers prevail in time to save them all?
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Progressive Digression: A Book of Poetry
About Progressive Digression: A Book of Poetry:
A collection of mostly free verse poems written throughout the author’s adolescence and young adulthood. This is the familiar story of striving for progression, while continuously digressing. It is an attempt to show the struggle that we all face in growing: we move on, but not always forward, and not always in a straight line. In these pages are stories of unrequited love and sadness, as well as hopefulness, found truly only in One Source.
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Seven-Day Mystery
When Davy Wilson and his friend Tommy T rebuild an old VW bus, they are catapulted into the dangerous waters of a twenty-five-year-old mystery. At stake is the Wilson family’s reputation, as well as a priceless book autographed by Abraham Lincoln
Davy and Tommy T set off on an exciting road trip. They risk their lives in their dogged pursuit of the mysterious green-truck man, who hold the key to the solution. In the course of their adventure, Davy comes to realize that his ‘book learning’ is as valuable to the success of their quest as Tommy T’s practical mechanical experience. It is only when the two boys work together, each contributing his particular ability, that they can solve the mystery of the missing book.
Young mystery lovers will enjoy the fast-paced action and spine-tingling adventure of Seven Day Mystery.
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Remembering: An Epic Fantasy Adventure Series (The Starlight Chronicles Book 4)
About Remembering: An Epic Fantasy Adventure Series (The Starlight Chronicles Book 4):
A feeling he never imagined.
A revelation he never saw coming.
A love that transcends time and space.
With the arrival of 11th grade, Hamilton Dinger has no shortage of activities to pursue. With his job at the mayor’s office, schoolwork, and fighting off evil, he has no time to worry about Starry Knight’s recent betrayal and his relentless fixation with her.
Even though he does anyway.
Pushing past his emotional turmoil, he works with Aleia and Elysian to uncover the truth about the Seven Deadly Sinisters and his supernatural origins. When disaster strikes once more, Hamilton and his friends realize the only way to prevent chaos from taking over Apollo City, and eventually the world, is to find the answers to the questions hidden deep inside his heart and mind.
FROM THE BOOK:
I looked at her, with her hand outstretched, and watched as the last of her power fizzled out and retreated inside of her. Her fist closed, and she straightened as she squarely met my gaze.
“… I’m Starry Knight,” she said, her words soft and light, even as they soundly struck me to the core.
FROM THE AUTHOR:
Enjoy this book? Look for the next book in this epic fantasy series for young adults!
Perfect for young teenagers or disaffected college students, or adults who enjoy some satire mixed in with some star-crossed lovers and high school drama!
WHAT REVIEWERS ARE SAYING:
Hamilton has some incredible growth in this one, both in maturity and in a heroic moment his WINGS develop!! That was so fun to read his excitement in that freedom as he continues to battle Sinisters! ~ Kara, Vine Voice and Goodreads Reviewer
A very satisfying addition to the adventures of Windinger and Starry Night. I am enjoying the entire series and cannot wait to finish this one so I can read the rest. Hamilton is very dear to my heart. A great character!! ~ Terri, Emerging Author and Goodreads Reviewer