Books with author Carter

From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Laurel Snyder, or Ali Benjamin! Lydia hasn’t felt comfortable in her own skin since the boys at her school started commenting on the way she looks in her uniform. Her cousin and friends think she should be flattered, but the boys—and sometimes her mom’s boyfriend, Jeremy—make Lydia uncomfortable and confused. Even more confusing is when Jeremy hovers too close and hugs a little too long. Then her mom surprises her by buying a dilapidated house in their neighborhood. Lydia hopes to find a little bit of magic in their new home. But just like the adults in her life, and God, and her friends, the magic Lydia deeply believes in eventually loses its power to keep her safe.And as seventh grade begins, Lydia wonders: Is there a secret to figuring out how to be a girl in the world?

After devastating biological attacks kill more than 90% of the world's population, does life go on? Can a retired soldier and pair of young orphans make a difference for their small rural community?Originally published online over a two year period, "An Accidental Family" is now available in Kindle format and covers many details of 7 weeks in the life of the community.Some comments from online readers:- This is a great story, just found it and read it to the last chapter. Thanks for sharing with us.- Great story, thanks for sharing.- Love the story, can't wait for the next chapter- Great memories, brought by great writing, Thank YOU very much!!!- Great work so far. Definitely signed on to follow this one.- Thank you so much for this wonderful story! I enjoyed it from beginning to end. You have a special gift for "fleshing out" human relations and motives. I really appreciated that. My 6 year old had a question about hydroelectric dams and I read him the sections of your book that were applicable. He understood it just fine ;-)- My 17 year old son has asked that this story be his assigned reading for school. Due to the superior nature of your book, he now has a wholesome and very educational book that he is eager to read. As his Mother and teacher, I so appreciate that. Thank you!

3 starred reviews • A Kirkus Best Book of 2017 • A New York Public Library Top Ten Books for Kids pick • An ALA Notable Book • 2018 NCTE Charlotte Huck Honor BookFrom rising star Caela Carter, author of My Life with the Liars and How to Be a Girl in the World, comes a captivating and heartfelt story about siblings who learn that love can never be divided, only multiplied. Flora and her brother, Julian, don’t believe they were born. They’ve lived in so many foster homes, they can’t remember where they came from. And even now that they’ve been adopted, Flora still struggles to believe that they’ve found their forever home. Though Flora is trying her best to trust two new people, when she finds out that there will be a new baby, she’s worried that there won’t be enough love for everyone.So along with their new mother, Flora and Julian begin a journey to go back and discover their past—for only then can they really begin to build their future.Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead’s When You Reach Me, Kathryn Erskine’s Mockingbird, and Ali Benjamin’s The Thing About Jellyfish, this powerful novel about love and family will inspire and delight readers of all ages.

Ulitmate Survival Guide For Empaths & Highly Sensitive People (HSP)"Fascinating and easy to read.Simple tips and tricks for feeling and living better. Very informative. Great read. Will definitely look into more books by Vik Carter."- Nikki"Amazing!I have never read a book that I felt so in tune with. I believe this information will benefit me and my daughter greatly. Thank you!- Stephanie HarterFive Stars"This book was very helpful to me. It explained things that I could not find elsewhere."- Sue OttmarDo You Want To Live An EASIER LIFE As An Empath? Would You Like To Protect & Heal Yourself From Negative Energies? Are Your Interested In Learning How To THRIVE As A Highly Sensitive Person? Read this book to learn to thrive as an empath. You see, I am an empath too, and understand the struggles, pain and challenges of being an empath. For many years, I struggled with many things in my life but did not know why until I found out that I was an Empath. Suddenly, most things in my life started making sense.Even after finding about empaths and that I was one, I had a very hard time managing this gift of being an empath. In fact, it did not feel like a gift at all.Over the years, I developed habits to use this gift rather than get disturbed by it. In this book, I share all my strategies with you in great detail in the form of step-by-step information, practical tips and useful suggestions to help you to not only survive but rather thrive as an empath.This book, ‘16 SIMPLE HABITS FOR EMPATHS TO PROTECT THEMSELVES, FEEL BETTER & ENJOY LIFE’ will show you how to: Stop Suffering & Heal Yourself Even If You Are A Highly Sensitive Person Protect Yourself From Energy Drains Use Your Gift & Thrive As An EmpathWhen You Read This Book, You Can Massively IMPROVE YOUR LIFE By Learning To:Let go of stress and suffering by developing habits to heal as an empathFeel better by using techniques to stay positive even if you are a highly sensitive person (HSP)Stop feeling bad by letting go of negative thoughts, feelings and emotionsEnjoy your relationships more by learning protection strategiesFeel more grounded socially by having the ability to protect yourself from other people’s energyBe more energetic by protecting yourself from energy vampiresThrive as an empath by using your giftThe goal of this book is to serve you, by giving you specific details about how to thrive as an empath.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN, WHEN YOU READ ‘16 SIMPLE HABITS FOR EMPATHS TO PROTECT THEMSELVES, FEEL BETTER & ENJOY LIFE’ EVEN IF YOU ARE A HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON (HSP)? What Is An Empath?How To Protect Yourself From Feeling Overwhelmed & DrainedHow To Release Negative Thoughts & FeelingsHow To Protect Yourself From Other People’s EnergyWays To Heal As An EmpathSteps To Thrive As An Empath16 Simple Habits For Empaths To Protect Themselves, Feel Better & Enjoy Life is filled with detailed step-by-step information & useful tips from my own experience. This book covers a full range of topics on living as an empath.To PROTECT YOURSELF, FEEL BETTER & ENJOY LIFE MORE As An Empath …scroll to the top of the page and click the BUY NOW button.

The Earth has turned on its inhabitants. Humanity is threatened. Storms, wildfires, droughts; our home planet has become the enemy. But a mysterious teen might hold the key to survival... if she herself can survive a tug-of-war between activists, scientists, and the government. Or can they come together to save the world crumbling around them?Journey into the complete internationally bestselling, award-winning upper YA Deadly Earth Omnibus with over 1000 pages featuring 3 full-length novels PLUS a brand-new, exclusive novella! BOOK 1 – HOPE DROWNED: The waters of chaos are rising. It's time to sink or swim.BOOK 2 – TRUST BURNED: As the fire of fear spreads, some want to watch the world burn. BOOK 3 – LOVE DESERTED: In the arid wasteland of distrust, only the strong survive.NOVELLA – CALM THAWED: With the release of toxins, it's a fight for a breath of fresh air.Fans of the Maze Runner, the Hunger Games, and the movies The Day After Tomorrow and 2012 will get sucked into the gripping trilogy reviewers call unique and refreshing with dynamic characters, a smattering of romance, and twists and turns of edge-of-your-seat action, mystery and danger!"Refreshingly different from the usual YA/NA plotlines and very cleverly put together" -Award-winning author C.L. Monaghan"A riveting YA story woven with important topics, mystery, action-packed moments, and endearing characters." -Reader's Favorite (5 STARS)

Great news for those wary of selling their soul to the Devil. Just take out a loan instead!Darcie Rose is Satan’s top Substitute Soul, tasked with temporarily replacing the eager living souls who sign a deal with the Devil. The exchange is a simple one. They receive a Lucifer-facilitated status boost when they return to their body, and Darcie earns a temporary reprieve from Hell. But there are two rules she must abide by if she wants to stay on Luci’s good side: 1.) Avoid her former life now that she is an accidental murderess. 2.) Never expose proof of a demonic Hell in the presence of humans. Easy as pudding... until now.Something’s glitched, and Darcie’s sent Earth-side without the necessary details of whose body she’s inhabiting. Even Hell can’t compare to coming face-to-face with her former fiancé, and taxidermy animals rising from the dead like a macabre puppet show.Can Darcie regain control of a job quickly spiraling out of control? Or will this slip up get her banished to the torturous bowels of Hell? From Internationally Bestselling author L.B. Carter comes book one in the Loan Soul Series, a dark paranormal fantasy with a sardonic twist!

This YA debut takes a raw and heartbreaking look at rape culture; for "readers who loved Laurie Halse Anderson’s Speak." (Booklist)Ellie Frias disappeared long before she vanished.Tormented throughout middle school, Ellie begins her freshman year with a new look: she doesn’t need to be popular; she just needs to blend in with the wallpaper.But when the unthinkable happens, Ellie finds herself trapped after a brutal assault. She wasn't the first victim, and now she watches it happen again and again. She tries to hold on to her happier memories in order to get past the cold days, waiting for someone to find her. The problem is, no one searches for a girl they never noticed in the first place. TE Carter’s stirring and visceral debut I Stop Somewhere not only discusses and dismantles rape culture, but it also reminds us what it is to be human.Praise for I Stop Somewhere:"I Stop Somewhere is an achingly beautiful novel that delves into the issues surrounding rape and the treatment of sexual assault victims." ―VOYA, starred review"In a breathy, lyrical voice, Carter tells an all-too-familiar story about violence, rape culture, and the damaging shortcomings of the justice system in response to sexual assault. . . . the pointed conversation about rape culture and violence remains timely and important. Hand to readers who loved Laurie Halse Anderson’s Speak (1999)." ―Booklist"Heartbreakingly realistic."―School Library Journal

Meet Cedric, a little boy shark who is worried about his first day at school and anxious that Mummy won't be there to help him out. Mummy tells Cedric that his friends will be going to school too and that there will be so many exciting things to learn.Will Cedric be popular and make lots of friends? Learn about Cedric's exciting trip to school, the fun he had there and what he had for lunch. Find out if Cedric wants to go back for another day!All Kay Carter's pre-school children's picture books contain an educational message within the magical story world of cartoon friends and their adventures while growing up. A favorite Bedtime Story for children and adults alike. Don't Miss Out On The Other Books In This Series. Click my Author name above. Suited to ages 2-6 years old but will often remain a favorite once children start reading for themselves.Dispel the anxiety of starting school.Scroll back up and add to cart today!Click the LOOK INSIDE feature before you buy to get a sneak peek!Amazon Prime members- Borrow a copy now FREEThe Bedtime Stories for Children Series eBook Categories:- Children's Picture Books- Pre-school Children's Book - Bedtime Stories For Children- Rhyming Picture Books- Children's Books- Stories in Verse

Ellie Frias disappeared long before she vanished.Tormented throughout middle school, Ellie begins her freshman year with a new look: she doesn’t need to be popular; she just needs to blend in with the wallpaper.But when the unthinkable happens, Ellie finds herself trapped after a brutal assault. She wasn't the first victim, and now she watches it happen again and again. She tries to hold on to her happier memories in order to get past the cold days, waiting for someone to find her. The problem is, no one searches for a girl they never noticed in the first place. TE Carter’s stirring and visceral debut not only discusses and dismantles rape culture, but it also reminds us what it is to be human.

Cedric is having his Birthday Party and what a party it's going to be! Pirates and treasure and lots of games. They even have clowns and juggling sticks in flames. Ginger beer, Jell-O, cake and presents, it is just the best birthday ever. A joke book from Billy, a football from Mark. Millie gave a fin watch that glowed in the dark.Who Knits Cedric A Birthday Scarf? Join Cedric and his friends when they have fun at the pirate birthday party. Cedric says: "A Goodie Bag for everyone, some cake and a bag of tricks. Yesterday I was only Five and now today I'm SIX!"All Kay Carter's pre-school children's picture books contain the magical story world of cartoon friends and their adventures while growing up. A favorite Bedtime Story for children and adults alike. Don't Miss Out On The Other Books In This Series. Click my Author name above. Suited to ages 2-6 years old but will often remain a favorite once children start reading for themselves.Scroll back up and add to cart today!Click the 'Look Inside' feature before you buy to get a sneak peek!Amazon Prime Members - Borrow A Copy Now FREE!The Bedtime Stories for Children Series eBook Categories:- Children's Picture Books- Pre-school Children's Book - Bedtime Stories For Children- Rhyming Picture Books- Children's Books- Stories in Verse

The day Rocky became Brians chocolate labrador was the first best day of his life. The second best day was when he met Molly, the cocker spaniel next door. The dog life has been a good onechasing grasshoppers, playing tug-of-war, swimming in the lakebut Rocky also wanted to be a service dog. He wanted to be a police dog and go through the police academy. Molly, too, had her own dreams of being a show dog and competing in the dog show after her stint in beauty school. However, following their dreams meant they would have to leave each other and their childhood homes, and saying goodbye is bittersweet. Rockys life as a police dog is a dangerous one, but Mollys journey to become a show dog did have its bad guys.New friends and new adventures await the two dogs, but will Rockys and Mollys different dreams mean they will have to say goodbye forever? Or will fate somehow bring them back together for good? With perseverance, friendship, and fun, Rocky and Molly show what it means to dream big no matter what happens.