Books with author Bill Thompson

She's smart. She's sassy. She has magic powers. And she's not going to bed!Magic Trixie's had enough of her parents insisting she brush her teeth, take a bath, and go to bed on time. Especially since no one else in her class has to put up with that nonsense. So Magic Trixie's leaving! Instead of letting her family boss her around, she'll stay over at each of her friends' houses and see what other young masters do when the sun goes down. Will Magic Trixie ever find the perfect nighttime haunt?

Meet Tilley Tumble, the bounciest, busiest and bendiest little bunny of Barley Burrow. More than anything in the world Tilley wanted to be a gymnast. She practiced flips and tricks every day and every night, and dreamed of winning the World Bunny Gymnastics Championships.When a new gymnastics club opens, Tilley can’t wait to join. She learns how to balance on a beam, spin on the bars, jump off the vault and leap through the air.But can a little bunny really become the next gymnastics superstar? If you like animal tales such as Angelina Ballerina, Peter Rabbit, Miffy, Hello Kitty, Peppa Pig or Lettice Rabbit, then you will love these adorable little gymnastics bunnies.

It's summer break - Scary Godmother style! Hannah suffers through summer camp with her mean cousin Jimmy, Bug-A-Boo spends a frightening vacation with his nagging parents, Orson attends Summer Ghoul with the ancient and demented Dark Master and Scary Godmother runs into her old schoolmate Tinkaree only to wind up kidnapped and brainwashed! Will our favorite monsters save themselves in time to enjoy fun in the sun?

The Pirate Queen, Acantha is forced to acquire a fabled soul-controlling pendant to barter for her sister’s life from the powerful Wraith King.Acantha settles that she must play pawn to ensure the protection of her family’s secrets, which could lead to their annihilation…. But, instead of playing the game straight—she chooses a dangerous road that could possibly grant the power over life, death, and destiny. The New Recruit, Young Mr. Basile leaves his comfortable, yet harshly controlled life for a position on a pirate ship called The Dark Eve. He sets off with the dreams of living independently and on his own terms—only to be surprised to find out that the Captain is a woman, but not just any ordinary woman. Acantha turns out not only to be infamous, but a coldblooded and fearless adversary. When Basile figures out that questions concerning her unwelcome, he becomes consumed by her mystery and success. Without understanding his actions, he finds himself probing deeper and deeper into her life, which proves to be difficult and life threatening if she were to discover him.If you love fast-paced adventure enveloped in a dangerous and visceral fantasy world, you’ll love The Dark Eve: A New Recruit. For exclusive offers and other books in the series go to www.tkthompson.com. And, for a limited time, you can get a complimentary digital book. Watch the Book Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pU34zt2sM28Facebook Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheDarkEveOfficial Website: http://thedarkeve.com/

Meet Tilley Tumble, the bounciest, busiest and bendiest little bunny in Barley Burrow. Tilley loved gymnastics more than anything in the world and dreamed of becoming the next gymnastics superstar.It was Christmas time in Barley Burrow, and Tilley and her friends planned an extra special surprise for their coach, Miss Hoppa. Can the bunnies raise enough money to put on the biggest surprise party Barley Burrow has ever seen? And can they keep it a secret? Join Tilley and her friends as they plan a spectacular Christmas party and meet a surprise guest, dressed in red. If you like tales of animal adventures, such as Angelina Ballerina, Lettice Rabbit or Peter Rabbit, you will love this book of adorable little gymnastics bunnies.

You're on a mission--a mission to write that report, do that research, study for that test, make it to the head of the class. Blast off into cyberspace and you can accomplish all this and more, faster than you'd ever imagine. Behind that computer screen is a universe of information just waiting to be accessed: over a billion different files, with thousands more added each day. Need help with a project? Contact an expert, because almost everyone working in universities and colleges has e-mail, and they'll tell you the truth about dinosaurs, science, history, and more. (You'll learn the proper "netiquette" for asking, too!) Or, check out special "homework sites," like TeacherNet; newsgroups on your assigned topic; and chat rooms for inspiring ideas. And, beef up your skills by using the computer for practice memorizing dates, spelling, multiplication tables, and lots of other subjects. Before long, you'll be an A+ student!

The Dark Eve: A Witch’s Curse Now that Acantha and her sisters are free from any threats, the fierce captain hopes her life can return to normal. But just as she and her adventurous crew are about to embark on another year of treasure hunting, Acantha comes face to face with her elusive nemesis. Acantha has longed to meet the witch again, but she finds she’s less than prepared for the evil she now faces. A slippery old crone, the witch overpowers Acantha, paralyzing her and forcing her to relive their long-ago first meeting, compelling her to face yet again the truths and memories she has tried for so long to forget. And this dark conjurer has an even bigger hand in the plot to destroy her than the cunning captain first realizes. Has Acantha unwittingly played into the witch’s vile schemes? Will Acantha survive the witch’s attack unscathed?Can she overcome her turbulent past — as she charts a course toward a future where she’s no longer hunted or reviled?In the dramatic sequel to The Dark Eve: Without Redemption, T.K Thompson reveals the infamous pirate Captain Acantha as never seen before as she navigates a new heading that can never be forgotten.

[Read by Will Collyer, John Glouchevitch, Dan Woren]A fierce group of rebels who will never surrender.An empire with an army that has never known defeat.And a war that changed the world forever.From George Washington crossing the icy Delaware, to Molly Pitcher fearlessly firing her cannon, the people of the American Revolution were some of the bravest and most inspiring of all time. Jump into a riot in the streets of Boston, join the Culper Spy Ring as they steal secrets in the dead of night, and watch the signing of the Declaration of Independence in this accessible guide to the birth of the United States.History buff and popular blogger Ben Thompson combines extensive research and irresistible storytelling to make history come alive in this fourth book in the unforgettable Guts & Glory series.

History comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this epic account of the time of the Vikings that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers! Contains awesome illustrations!From battle-axe-wielding tribes plundering the greatest cities of Europe to powerful kings and queens ruling their dominions with iron fists, the Vikings were some of the most feared and fearless figures in European history. Find the bravest heroes, the most menacing villains, and unbelievably awesome facts and myths inside this action-packed overview that will amaze kids with tales of a people so incredible...it's hard to believe they were real.History buff and popular blogger Ben Thompson's lively storytelling style brings the Vikings back to life in this second book in the exhilarating Guts & Glory series!

The stars are going out…The people of earth look up every night to the sight, but they do not know what it means. Besides, they have their own problem to deal with. Getting rid of a corrupt king is far more important than finding out the truth.High above them, in cities mistaken for stars, the race of Starlings, protectors of humanity, are losing their final war. With each fallen city, another star leaves the sky forever.As a final, desperate warning, the Starlings send down an ambassador. No one knows if anyone will believe her words, and time is swiftly running out.