Books with author C.A. Jeffries

I'm a monster. You're a monster. Big and small, young and old, we are all monsters sometimes. We all have hobbies and habits, rules and routines, and quirks and qualities that make us one of a kind. It's these endearing (and yes, sometimes irritating) qualities that ultimately make us human - even if we may seem a little monstrous on occasion. From waking up on the wrong side of the bed in the morning to not flossing before returning to bed each night, each day presents us with plenty of opportunities to be monstrous, and it's these monsters that are captured in Monstrous Me. In Monstrous Me, all the funky feelings, horrendous habits, and terrible traits we have are exemplified by silly and strange monsters. Their stories, told in rhyming verse, capture their origins and shortcomings, their triumphs and downfalls, as we start to understand how such monsters came to be. Below are some examples of the monsters, along with a verse of their story. In Monstrous Me, each monster's story will be four to six verses long. With more monsters than hours in the day, you're sure to find one to call your own. Here's a sneak peek at some of the monsters: Loch Fitness Monster - Who hasn't let a bad picture ruin their day? Gossip Pollinator - This flitting, ditzy monster lives to spread gossip from group to group. The Snifflgeus - If you've ever refused to stay home when you've had the sniffles, you may be this baddie. The Forgeti - He's forgotten more names, numbers, and dates than he'll ever know. The Toldjaso - This patronizing parrot will remind you time and time again of what she knew all along. The Late Night Snake - Who can avoid the siren song of the fridge’s white light? Busy Body - To this monster, looking busy is a full-time job. Chit-Chattacker - What lengths would you go to stop chit-chat and small talk?

Meeting an ancient God livens up Hector’s holiday. But when tragedy threatens, he must journey to the Underworld and prove himself a true hero.On holiday in Crete with his family, eleven-year-old Hector has a chance encounter with the ancient Greek god Hermes. Fed up of spending eternity on Mount Olympus, Hermes enjoys talking to mortals – except that, since nobody has believed in him for 2,000 years, very few even notice him. In Hector – happy to escape from his own distracted mum, his step-dad and his infuriating twin half-sisters – he finds an enthusiastic listener.Hermes introduces Hector to the world of Greek mythology, dishing the dirt on his dysfunctional Olympian family and bringing to life some of the best-known tales. But as myth and reality collide, Hector finds himself on a perilous quest to the realm of the dead - where he must make the hardest decision of his life.The Winged Sandals is an introduction to the magical, bizarre and ever-resonant world of Greek mythology, and an exciting adventure in its own right. It retells well-known myths in a fresh way, while also undercutting them with a 21st century humour.

"Do you remember when...?"Chewey is a brown and white dog who lives with an author and a teacher - Mr. and Mrs. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Brown have traveled to almost everywhere around the world. They love to talk about the places they've been and the things they've done. Through the magic of dreams, and the power of imagination, Chewey is able to travel with Mr. and Mrs. Brown. Chewey learns that the world is a fascinating place, but he always remembers that there is no quite place like home.

In book eleven of the Chewey the Pocket Dog series, Chewey sets off on a dream vacation to England.Jolly Old England is the birthplace of everything English. Chewey explores the history of this long-standing country - from kings and castles of ancient England, to the people with the really cool accents and funny way of saying things.Join Chewey as he explores one of Mr. and Mrs. Brown's favorite places to visit.

In book fifteen of the Chewey the Pocket Dog series, Chewey sets off on a dream adventure to explore the state of Colorado!Colorado is home to tons of indoor and outdoor places to discover, making it one of Chewey’s favorite places to visit – in reality as well as in his dreams. From the Rocky Mountains to the wide-open grass plains, few places are as beautiful than Colorful Colorado.Join Chewey as he explores the Rocky Mountain state of Colorado.

In book fourteen of the Chewey the Pocket Dog series, Chewey gets knee-deep in a dream adventure in the Mississippi mud!Mississippi is called the “Magnolia State”. Chewey explores the wonders of the state with the super-long name that takes one second to say out loud, to include the warm weather, cool animals, and great southern cooking.Join Chewey as he explores this Gulf Coast state.

In this adventure, Chewey is off on a dream vacation to Italy - the home of pizza! Italy was once home to the Roman empire; the Romans built some of the most impressive stone buildings and statues ever. Italy is also home to the world-famous Vatican City. Cheweycan’t wait to learn more about one of the most influential places on modern culture.“Do you remember when...?”