Books with author C.S. Thompson

Little Movers Run, climb, crawl or jump - everybody loves to move! Fast or slow, up or down, alone or with our friends! Carol Thompson's exquisite illustrations allow us to share and explore the struggles, achievements and sheer delight of children learning to manage and explore early movement challenges. These books are perfect aids to help build confidence and control. Ready? One, two, three...let's move!

Highly acclaimed graphic novelist Craig Thompson's debut book for young readers about a plucky heroine on a mission to save her dad.For Violet Marlocke, family is the most important thing in the whole galaxy. So when her father goes missing while on a hazardous job, she can't just sit around and do nothing. To get him back, Violet throws caution to the stars and sets out with a group of misfit friends on a quest to find him. But space is vast and dangerous, and she soon discovers that her dad is in big, BIG trouble. With her father's life on the line, nothing is going to stop Violet from trying to rescue him and keep her family together.Visionary graphic novel creator Craig Thompson brings all of his wit, warmth, and humor to create a brilliantly drawn story for all ages. Set in a distant yet familiar future, SPACE DUMPLINS weaves themes of family, friendship, and loyalty into a grand space adventure filled with quirky aliens, awesome spaceships, and sharp commentary on our environmentally challenged world.

Of all the times to fall in love, not now! Farmington is under the eye of a demented arsonist. There’s no room for romance... Or is there?Farmington may be a small town, but it’s anything but dull!Residents have no choice but to exist in clouds of smoke, screaming sirens, and fear as they wonder whose home or business will be next.And then there’s that whole love thing.A not-so-perfect guy meets an absolutely dreamy gal. He’s certain he can win her heart — if her anger-driven psychotic brother will back off anyway. Even though Fighting for Farmington is the second book in the Harmony Series, it can easily be read as a standalone. It contains no foul language or embarrassing bedroom scenes.Purchase Fighting for Farmington today.

False allegations force the sweet and innocent Ericka O'Malley to resign from the mission.Of all the rotten timing for her prince charming to come along... She can't marry him while her name is marred! There's no way she would dream of tainting the man's reputation — he has enough baggage of his own to worry about. Fortunately for Ericka, Titus is not the kind of guy who gives up easily. Going undercover, he becomes a resident of a men's homeless shelter. No matter what it takes, he's determined to expose the real criminal so he can take Ericka's hand in marriage. Can Titus find out who framed his red-headed angel? Is that even safe? The only way to find out is to get a copy of Storms At Shelton!Even though Storms at Shelton is the fourth book in the Harmony series, it can easily be read as a standalone.Storms at Shelton is a Christian suspense and mystery novel which contains elements of clean romance and light humor.

Long ago in a kingdom far away, Spinifix, the king's alchemist, labored in the dank cellar of the castle to find the secret of turning base metals into gold. The king had promised to share the wealth with Spinifix if he could produce gold before the Millenium. As the Millenium approached, Spinifix became obsessed with his quest for gold. Meanwhile, his young apprentice tried to open Spinifix's eyes to the richness of their kingdom--fields of golden flowers, goldfish in the rivers, the burnished orange sun--to no avail. The young apprentice knows that true gold--and the happiness it brings--lies within one's heart. With illustrations lush with the intricate detail that has become his trademark, Colin Thompson's fans will delight in searching out the critters and graphic surprises hidden no the pages of this medieval fantasy tale.

It used to be a time when only the worthiest of the living was allowed to speak to the dead. As of tonight, those days will no longer exist. Six continents are fully engaged with the aid from more than five major communication satellites. Over four billion people watching and listening−three queens together on the same stage−two ways to escape death and it all begins in one arena. It’s the biggest show in humanity’s run-of-the-luck−the event is called the ‘Visitcom Showcase’, and the place is Madison Square Garden. Professor Franz Luzzatto Schiff introduces to the world his intriguing new technology called the Visitcom. This device converge power with such intensity, that it forges a bridge between the spiritual and the real. Therefore, the Visitcom conjures up and contrives over twelve of history’s most influential figures back from the after-life to our day and time to talk openly about their deeply ambivalent feelings towards the modern world and answer questions from some of the globe’s most dominant freethinkers and conformist. Thomas Jefferson talks present politics and answers questions about the visual evidence of constitution slack, ‘pay-for-play’, healthcare, the middle east, and he shares new thoughts on today’s leading issues. Vlad Dracula challenges fashionable foulness, the evils of nanobots blood-surfing throughout the modern body, and he puts 600-year-old rumors to rest. Harriet Tubman debates Harry Houdini on several subjects such as−who was the better escape artist of the two−Illusions vs diversions−working under pressure vs mental expectations−nursing your audience vs conditioning your audience. Genghis Khan explains parallel worlds, the multiverse, inter-dimensional portals, and infinitesimal singularity. Cleopatra touches on the ultra-modish woman while sharing the stage with Elizabeth I of England and the Queen of Sheba. Alexander the Great coaches a homosexual NFL quarterback on the art of being great. Nero addresses finance and the propaganda industrial complex. Nostradamus drops new nervy quatrains through the use of prevalent symbolism and metaphors without having to avoid being tried as a magician, which means−the gloves are off. Leonardo da Vinci rocks out with Michelangelo while being assisted by other awe-inspiring band members. And among the religiously affiliated−Jesus Christ and Lucifer come face to face once again, but this time to discuss−ownership interests. That's just some of the historical icons that will discuss the eye-opening and complex issues of modern culture, society, economics, politics, sports and the arts. However, a group of these legends managed to evade the confinement restraint array of ionizing radiation from the Visitcom and band together to track down, level and settle a score with an organization called the Order of the Dragonist−which they believe has been the root of global misfortunes for over two millenniums. In pursuing the Dragonist, this motley band of historical icons find themselves paranormal fugitives from the Visitcom, hunted by international authorities, and accused of crimes similar to the accounts in their historical record. Even though they managed to find some humor among the company of each other, their enduring task turns out to be perplexingly problematic and more modernized morbid than they ever expected−bringing them all to some shocking persuasive conclusions.See Author’s page for BOOKCLIP TRAILERS.

What is the Earth Window? Who is Ck5? Where are the voices coming from? Driven by memories of her famous Astronaut father, Dorian Fox is on her way to the new Polaris Lunar Mining Base. It is only the beginning of her journey and nothing seems to unfold as planned. The Defense Alliance needs her help and she needs answers. With only fragments of family stories growing up Dorian hoped that going to the stars would help her to discover the parents that she never really knew. In many ways Dorian knew that she was exceptional, but she is also filled with normal doubts about meeting the challenges of the future. During her Polaris training she met Casey Adams, a self-assured and capable pilot astronaut. Adam helps Dorian to build her own confidence and strength. He is her rock and also the close relationship that Dorian never expected. Together they make discoveries that change the direction of their lives forever.Dorian, Volume One is the first in a series of stories that take us to the Labyrinth Nebula. It’s a fantastic place where alien life and civilizations demonstrate that we are not alone and we have a lot to learn. Facing a common threat these diverse worlds must put aside their differences and work together for the common goal of survival. Dorian’s future keeps pulling her further into the unknown; both wonderful and dangerous.

This traditional nursery rhyme tells the story of Old Mother Hubbard and her energetic little dog. With simple text supported by playful illustrations, beginning readers will be engaged and entertained, while developing foundational reading skills. Provide a shared reading experience for parents and children with this charming book that supports early childhood literacy.

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/

She's determined to undo him note by terrifying note...She's everything he fears--the chilling laugh in the darkness, the haunting footsteps on the stairs, the endlessly cruel imagination--and she's everywhere.Sixteen-year-old Remington is petrified, stranded in his uncle's cabin in the middle of nowhere-Montana, hoping and praying he doesn't end up like his uncle:deadHe can't live as this woman's captive for the rest of his life, the centerpiece in her twisted games. He won't. But how can he escape the eyes that are always watching?Terrors of Troy could best be described as belonging to the Christian horror genre. It contains no foul language or inappropriate bedroom scenes but may leave some readers with nightmares.