The Intrusion : How Politics Destroyed the World

      Omar Assadiq
     The Intrusion : How Politics Destroyed the World

This story follows Bellamy, a teenage boy who discovers new secrets about the world and his family. As he starts to uncover them, he realizes the responsibility he has to save the world before politics destroy it. He must cope through a series of challenges with unidentified visitors to save the Human Race.This story follows Bellamy, a teenage boy who discovers new secrets about the world and his family. As he starts to uncover them, he realizes the responsibility he has to save the world before politics destroy it. He must cope through a series of challenges with unidentified visitors to save the Human Race. To later finding out that the fate of our world is between his own hands.

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    Controllers (Book 1)

      Lynnie Purcell
     Controllers (Book 1)

17-year-old Bree has lived the past nine years in a camp outside of the rebuilt city of Washington, D.C. A shield around camp keeps her home hidden and her people safe from prying eyes. Her life changes when she witnesses a fight between rebels and the government. The rebels they rescue aren't what they seem, and Bree and her brother, Max, are put on a collision course with the government.Seventeen-year-old Bree has lived the past nine years in a camp outside of the rebuilt city of Washington, D.C. The city is full of people looking to control everyone and everything - cameras and drones watch the people's every move - but the shield around camp keeps her home hidden and her people safe. Her life changes when she witnesses a fight between rebels and the government in the woods. The rebels they rescue from the fight aren't all what they seem to be, and Bree and her brother Max are put on a collision course with the government that will change them and the city forever.

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    Flash Fire

      Caroline B. Cooney
     Flash Fire

Will the California wildfires bring Danna the summer excitement she craves? In the Southern California suburb of Pinch Canyon, among the swimming pools and tennis courts, fifteen-year-old Danna Press finds her summer life so dull she longs for some cinematic excitement. A kidnapping? An earthquake? A presidential assassination attempt? Even the scary wildfires she watches on TV, raging in nearby Los Angeles, seem like they would liven things up. Though the wildfires are miles away with little to no chance of coming near her home, Danna has a contingency evacuation plan in place—her kittens and the neighbor’s horses first, her brother Hall, second. Her parents are safely at work. But in an instant the fire expands and threatens everything Danna and the other Pinch Canyon residents hold dear.  In an action-packed hour and a half, minute by minute, the wildfires will alter the lives of everyone who lives and works in Pinch Canyon—including seventeen-year-old Elony, a recent immigrant, and her young charge, Geoffrey; handsome teenager Beau Severyn and his awkward little sister, Elisabeth; and the firefighters themselves. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Caroline B. Cooney including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author’s personal collection.

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    Panther in the Sky

      JAMES ALEXANDER Thom
     Panther in the Sky

Rich, colorful and bursting with excitement, this remarkable story turns James Alexander Thom's power and passion for American history to the epic story of Tecumseh's life and give us a heart-thumping novel of one man's magnificent destiny--to unite his people in the struggle to save their land and their way of life from the relentless press of the white settlers.

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    Confined

      Bernard Wilkerson
     Confined

The epic Hrwang Incursion saga continues in Book Two: Hrwang. In episode 1, Confined, Eva accompanies the Lord Admiral to his home planet but doesn’t receive the reception she expects. Trapped in her worst nightmare, any hope of saving the Earth is lost. She also loses hope of saving herself...If you enjoy episode 1 of Hrwang, don’t forget to look for Bernard Wilkerson’s other books on https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/wilkerb007 or www.amazon.com/author/bernardwilkerson.

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    Hell's Tower: One Thousand Steps: The Beginning

      Roland Byrd
     Hell's Tower: One Thousand Steps: The Beginning

I exist. I think. I can’t stop thinking. That’s all I can do; replay every mistake I've ever made, over and over in exquisite detail, dancing with madness through the end of my days.—FadeEnslaved by addiction he became the piranha of the C-Net and terrorized New Chicago. Now, imprisoned in Hell's Tower, left to rot, forgotten, Fade seeks redemption. Can anything counter the evil he wrought?I exist. I think. I can’t stop thinking. That’s all I can do; replay every mistake I've ever made, over and over in exquisite detail, dancing with madness through the end of my days.—FadeEnslaved by addiction he became the piranha of the C-Net and terrorized New Chicago. Now, imprisoned in Hell's Tower, left to rot, forgotten, Fade seeks redemption. Can anything counter the evil he wrought? Or is he just another soul marching toward oblivion?In a world where humans are connected to the C-Net as children, they grow up with little separation between the virtual and reality. As adults; most humans can't function without the constant buzz of the C-Net tickling their minds. The Cerebro-Net Authority (CNA) does it's best to protect the citizens throughout the inhabited worlds. But darkness looms on the horizon and the CNA's best might not be good enough...

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    The True Adventures of Nicolo Zen

      Nicholas Christopher
     The True Adventures of Nicolo Zen

This richly-detailed historical novel from master storyteller Nicholas Christopher features an unforgettable hero: Nicolo Zen is all alone in 1700s Venice, save for his clarinet, which a mysterious magician had magicked, allowing its first player to perform expertly. Soon Nicolo is a famous virtuoso, wealthy beyond his dreams. But he can't stop wondering if he earned the success or if it's due to the magician's spell. So he has the spell removed to test his own talents and capabilities. And throughout it all, he continues to think about the girl he met in Venice, what she might be doing and if she's safe from harm.  With a guest appearance by composer Vivaldi, and brimming with fascinating period details, this is a compelling coming-of-age story full of universal themes teens will instantly recognize. The love story will conjure memories of Romeo and Juliet, perfect for teens who love stories set in other times, but without a paranormal storyline (as long as you don't count a magician who dresses all in white and can be in two places on once . . . ).

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    Follow the River

      JAMES ALEXANDER Thom
     Follow the River

Mary Ingles was twenty-three, married, and pregnant, when Shawnee Indians invaded her peaceful Virginia settlement, killed the men and women, then took her captive. For months, she lived with them, unbroken, until she escaped, and followed a thousand mile trail to freedom--an extraordinary story of a pioneer woman who risked her life to return to her people. From the Paperback edition.

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    Of Superior Design

      Matt Rogers
     Of Superior Design

Of Superior Design is the sequel to The Wolves of Third Clan. Heaven had a plan for Werewolves and Vampires, they were seeded on Earth for a reason; an answer to the Hellion Hoard. Beings designed with perfection and allowed to evolve until the intended product emerged; a superior Superior.It arrived with Daemon alongside a worrisome thought.If he were Heaven's answer what would become of them?With the birth of Daemon a new breed emerged and Heaven's question answered. They had been warring with Hell since the beginning of time using surrogate soldiers in their stead. Earth was an experiment; a testing ground to see if Mother Nature could improve on Heavenly technology.Designed with cellular perfection, the need to dominate and an absence of fear the Superiors were the solution; the answer to Hell's Hoard. The family of LeTorque had taken control of Third Clan, preparing to fulfill their destiny and unite all. They were led by a Vampire mated to a Wolf who had a unique problem; he was under a death sentence issued by his murderous twin, the ruler of Second Clan, Yin. Yang was twin in name only for he was a supplicant; an Inferior who had given all superior traits to his brother in order to survive birth. He was a Cloak. His blood hid his scent from others of his kind and if any bonded with him they too recieved his talent. In the world of Superiors scent reigned supreme for it seperated them from the other dominant species on the planet; the physically inferior but numerically superior Humans. When Daemon was born a question emerged. If he was the answer, what was their purpose? What use were they when the solution had been found?

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    The Summit

      Gordon Korman
     The Summit

Disaster strikes in this spellbinding conclusion to Gordon Korman's thrilling Everest trilogy. Four kids are prepared to go into thin air in order to become the youngest person ever to climb Everest. But they are not prepared for the challenges that await them as they get closer to the summit. Supplies are low. Conditions are extreme. One of the kids is trying to sabotage the others. And then the storm hits. . . .

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    Animal Tales The Journey Begins

      Rhia Roberts
     Animal Tales The Journey Begins

Animal Tales is a series of 12 controlled readers bringing Dr. Phil McGraw’s Life Strategies to 3rd-5th graders. Students are taken on an African adventure where the life strategies are presented as fables. The Journey Begins is the first book in the series; readers are introduced to the main characters (Jake, Nia, and Elena), and their reasons for helping each other.Animal Tales is a series of 12 controlled readers bringing Dr. Phil McGraw’s Life Strategies to 3rd-5th graders. Students are taken on an African adventure where the life strategies are presented as fables. The Journey Begins is the first book in the series. Here, readers spend time with Jake as he persuades his parents to create an African bedroom for him in the attic. The safari scene painted on the walls is quite realistic; what none of them realizes is that the room is magical and can transport Jake to a village in Africa. On his arrival at the village, Jake meets the other main characters; Grandpa, Nia, and Elena the chimp. Grandpa controls the magic and has brought Jake to the village to help rid them of poachers who are camped at the water-hole and who are playing havoc with the balance of nature. The problem is that Jake needs the help of the African wild animals in order to succeed. He is led by Elena the chimp toward the water-hole and has a series of adventures along the way. With each adventure, a group of animals and their friends join Jake on his quest.Upon reaching the water-hole, Jake finds himself imprisoned by the poachers. His last act of kindness completes his challenge to win over all the animals and they band together to free Jake and send the poachers running for their lives.After a victorious celebration at the village, Jake is transported home where he finds Nia and Elena painted on his wall and peeking at him from behind an acacia tree. At that moment, Jake realizes that his African adventures have only just begun.

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    Escape From Shangri-La

      Michael Morpurgo
     Escape From Shangri-La

When the strange man who has been watching their house turns out to be the grandfather she has never seen, eleven-year-old Cessie couldn't be happier -- at first sight. But then he has a stroke and actually has to come live with them. Popsicle, as she calls him, is impossible to live with: moody, forgetful, clumsy. Only Cessie loves him and believes in him. So when he is sent off to a home for the elderly, she helps him escape. And plays first mate to him on a dramatic nighttime boat trip across the English channel to unravel a secret only the two of them know. This Morpurgo story makes the reader want to cheer -- young people, the elderly, and courage at any age.

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    Warlord of Mars Embattled

      Edna Rice Burroughs
     Warlord of Mars Embattled

A Joan Carter of Mars story.Joan Carter of Mars has secrets to uncover in the Temple of the Sun – holding a revolving prison that can only be entered once a year - if she is to have any hope of rescuing three Princes of Mars, from the fantastic ancient Martian North.A Gender Switch Adventure.As Blake stared at the empty side of his bed, he knew that his wife must be in Heaven. If anybody was ever going to Heaven, it would be his precious Elaine. Although he wanted nothing more than to join her there, he had to wonder if he had the faith to make it into Heaven. Her faith had been incredible. In comparison, his faith seemed so empty, almost fake. Journey with Blake as he seeks to restore his life and repair his faith. Burst Into Flames: A Parable is an encouraging and challenging story of Christ's power in the life that is surrendered to Him.

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    Sink

      Tom Simpson
     Sink

Grand opening day at the beautiful new state of the art vacation resort. As the wealthy guests arrive, clever thieves outsmart the elaborate security system and begin a bizarre heist. A gigantic sinkhole swiftly swallows the entire resort. Panicked guest and thieves tumble to the bottom and then the large man-made lake begins pouring in.A haunted train, the gods’ retirement home, a spirit of vengeance doesn’t know her purpose, and a blackmailer has lost his memory. An ancient star’s gravity brings a starship to life, and the laws of the dead are tricky.Fireflies is a collection of short stories by Erica Lindquist and Aron Christensen.

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