Books with author - Curtis

Kids can manage money! The CATS OF LAUGHING THUNDER are here to show kids how. This fun guide gives kids the know-how needed to: make money, save money, spend money, invest money, donate money, and have fun! Professionals agree:“This guide is chock full of sage advice for kids on managing their money.” –Dave, Chief Executive Officer“This practical and informative guide will help young readers learn to manage their money well.” – Brian, Attorney“S.S. Curtis gives kids great advice on how to make, save, spend, invest, and donate money wisely.” –John, Professor of Economics

They killed his friends, stole his ranch, and took from him the woman he loves. They branded him an outlaw, accusing him of the very crimes they committed. But they're about to learn that taking everything away from him has turned this Civil War veteran into the most dangerous kind of man there is: The kind that has nothing left to lose. Jeff Havens has a fast gun and a long memory--and he's back.

They came from the Otherworld, living in the seclusion of the mountains. Somehow, they had managed to go undetected, despite their hatred for one another and their powerful faerie guardians occasionally locked in mortal combat…Fifteen-year-old Mina didn’t ask to become the center of a feud between two tattoo bearing, near immortal brothers and their faerie followers. Nor did she ask to be a faerie for that matter. On the night a dragon sends her grandmother’s home up in flames, everything changes.Mina is stolen from her human home and forced into a life of lies, monsters, and magic. But as she searches for answers that might end the fighting between the faerie factions, she uncovers an enemy who threatens everything she has begun to care for. In order to expose those plotting against the last remaining faeries, and unite the factions, Mina must leave her human life behind. But none of it will matter if she can’t prove her rightful place among them. And what about those back at home who still need her? Torn between two worlds with the fate of one on her shoulders, Mina must dig deep to find where she truly belongs.

They came from the Otherworld, living in the seclusion of the mountains. Somehow, they had managed to go undetected, despite their hatred for one another and their powerful faerie guardians occasionally locked in mortal combat…Fifteen-year-old Mina didn’t ask to become the center of a feud between two tattoo bearing, near immortal brothers and their faerie followers. Nor did she ask to be a faerie for that matter. On the night a dragon sends her grandmother’s home up in flames, everything changes.Mina is stolen from her human home and forced into a life of lies, monsters, and magic. But as she searches for answers that might end the fighting between the faerie factions, she uncovers an enemy who threatens everything she has begun to care for. In order to expose those plotting against the last remaining faeries, and unite the factions, Mina must leave her human life behind. But none of it will matter if she can’t prove her rightful place among them. And what about those back at home who still need her? Torn between two worlds with the fate of one on her shoulders, Mina must dig deep to find where she truly belongs.

Another zany adventure with the Cats of Laughing Thunder - Fritz, Pumpkin, Sven, and Yolanda! The antics begin with the arrival of Wee Fiona, a exchange student cat from Scotland. The cats encounter giggle juice, space elevators, foam swords, weird forks, robotic clams, bow wrapping machines, a young beaver, and a lime-chip eating bully. Teacher Ms. Robo Kitty is at the end of her wits! Will peace ever return to Cat School?

Hell bound, he can’t deny the beast inside any longer, and he won’t, not even for her…It wasn’t meant to end this way. He wasn’t supposed to end up here. Now he’s a monster. And he’s alone. Two things keep him going: that the first prince of hell somehow survived a stake to the chest. Gabriel knows it, and he’s going to finish the job if it’s the last thing he does in this place.And two: Emily. The girl he’d spent his life protecting from beasts like him. It doesn’t matter that he’s loved the witch since he was six. It doesn’t matter that he loves her still. She’s the reason he’s stuck here. It makes his eyes burn red and his fangs grow in. He can taste her blood in the air. He wants it. He needs it. He knows exactly where to get it. And he’s going to beat Lucian to it…*This is book 2 in the series, but can be read as a standaloneA Readers Favorite 5-Star AuthorAnother gripping paranormal fantasy from AR Curtis... Held me captive until late into the night.." - Tony Robertson, Editor, Ellmaxx PublishingThis Urban Fantasy Paranormal Romance is Coming soon to print and AudibleSee what readers and editors are saying...“I found myself drawn right in and couldnt put it down!” – Amber K."A new series that is well written and exciting to have read." - Linda Wilson"The plot reminded me of Beauty and the Beast, but with a surprising twist... A coming of age vampire story full of witchcraft and sorcery and paranormal romance, The Angel picks up where The Seer left off and won't let us go until it's done with us. It's gripping, thrilling, and heart-wrenching. Don't read it unless you're prepared to drop everything else." -Tricia Reins, Editor“This intricate tale with its many twists, action, danger and suspense will pull you in and have you wanting more.” – AC (Amazon Reader)“…extremely difficult to put down when other important things, like sleep, needed done. This is a must read book!” – KayBee“This book continued to draw me in and was impossible to put down.” - Laura"One of this year's must read fantasy books." Brook Cooper, Content Editor“The underlying concept of another universe that exists in the same space as the normal one is not new, but this book develops and expands it, complete with a believable population of witches, vampires, fae and human.” – Davida De La Harpe“This book was every bit as good as the first book of the series! Kept me reading with total interest to the very end and now I’m impatiently waiting for book three.” – S. Miller

Follow the adventures of the Cats of Laughing Thunder in this funny children’s chapter book series as the cats each launch a business to earn money. Sven starts a cooking show with dishes that are a bit bizarre. Yolanda builds a robot with serious issues. Fritz buys a blimp to film weather videos. Pumpkin publishes a “How to be Unmannerly” website. They face many troubles along the way from silly adults to stupid teens, from unruly robots to wild weather. Will they succeed? Find out in this hilarious children’s book for kids ages 9-12. Reading this book is a fun way to encourage your child to be an entrepreneur!You can explore the world of Laughing Thunder at www.laughingthunder.com.

Follow the Adventures of the Cats of Laughing Thunder as they face an attack by Nasty Gray and his evil minions!Pumpkin invents a new martial art with tailspikes.Sven builds a trebuchet to launch socks with rocks.Yolanda creates the stench of one hundred cats.Fritz flies his blimp during the battle.But they face many challenges along the way.Will they survive?You can explore the world of Laughing Thunder at: HTTP://WWW.LAUGHINGTHUNDER.COM

Her magic was his obsession. Her loyalty was his requirement. And her betrayal became his unraveling…Condemned by day to the dark side of red, a lonely, magically talented, and horribly breathtaking vampire spends his nights slipping over the veil. There, he revels in terrorizing young adults to their deaths. But for one girl, who’s melted his heart: Emily Hunts.But when the world threatens to take her away, when he learns of her true loyalties, his mask is unveiled, and he must take her to the other side of red…The epic adventure is just beginning... Look for book 2, The AngelA Readers Favorite 5-Star Novel"One of the best must read fantasy books of the year, this paranormal urban fantasy had me up until three in the morning..." -Tony Robertson, Editor, Ellmaxx Publishing"Curtis uses the concept of the Red, a veil between the physical and spiritual planes, to bring a tense, almost frightening atmosphere to The Seer.... It is magnificent." -Caitlin Lyle Farley, Readers FavoriteSee what readers and editors are saying...“…an epic magical adventure into darkness…plot-wise, it reminded me of The Phantom of the Opera…A.R. Curtis crafts a lush narrative that weaves in a strong and convincing lore of magical powers, as well as a mythology of darkness and ‘the other side’ that was very exciting to read about. ” -K.C. Finn, Readers Favorite"The Seer is a very magical and interesting trip through a wonderful world of fantasy that intertwines all the mystical and mythological beings such as fairies, vampires, witches, wizards and demons...Curtis has taken the ideas hiding in legend, myth and fantasy and laced them together in a story line that continuously unfolds to something new. From fairies to mermaids and talking trees." -Amy Raines, Readers Favorite“…mythical beings, spirits and shadows, creatures…legends and fears. Secrets, fear, truth, revelation, and magic weave an enchantment over the reader to keep them turning page after page…” – J.J. Simmill, Readers Favorite“Harry Potter -esque air of magic…” – Caitlin Lyle Farley, Readers Favorite“…a fascinating alternate universe with well imagined characters…” -Davida De La Harpe“I’m really excited about the whole thing…it strongly reminds me of Phantom of the Opera… The magical world is fascinating and interesting, the Red Veil is a good twist and works really well both as a device and as a source of wonder and tension, and the characters are all wonderful players. [There are] so many mysteries in this story that one wouldn’t even begin to know where to start untangling them…as a whole, it’s a good start to the series…a really evocative piece of fiction.” – P. Bunke, Editor“Wow what an amazing read!! Love the way the author pulled me into the story. Definitely worth the time to read!!!” -Melinda Lois“Loved this book so much. I couldn’t put it down. I would recommend it to anyone who loves a great read.” -Amy Dalton“I loved this book! … all the way to the end, riveted my attention. I didn’t want to put the book down.” -J. Russell“Loved The Seer can’t wait to read book two.” – S. Neal“Loved it…could not put it down.” – Dianne Lawson, Author and Editor*See also the ya fiction audiobook

They killed his friends, stole his ranch, and took from him the woman he loves. They branded him an outlaw, accusing him of the very crimes they committed. But they're about to learn that taking everything away from him has turned this Civil War veteran into the most dangerous kind of man there is: The kind that has nothing left to lose. Jeff Havens has a fast gun and a long memory--and he's back.