Books with author Chambers

An angel without wings, a sexy demigod seeking revenge, and a golden arrow that can’t be reversed. I’ve never met my father. I've waited my entire life. Getting kidnapped was never in the plan when I left for Venice.Daman thinks I can solve his problems. If I can’t, he’ll toss me in the pit of Tartarus. Who does he think I am? A love goddess?So, what if my father is Cupid. He didn’t want me when I was born, what makes Damen think Cupid will want to bargain for me now?If I can’t embrace my love persuasion power and get Damen to fall in love again, I’m doomed. The worse part is, falling in love might become the death of us both.

Winner of the inaugural Max Ritvo Poetry Prize, North American Stadiums is an assured debut collection about grace—the places we search for it, and the disjunction between what we seek and where we arrive."You were supposed to find God here / the signs said." In these poems, hinterlands demand our close attention; overlooked places of industry become sites for pilgrimage; and history large and small—of a city, of a family, of a shirt—is unearthed. Here is a factory emptying for the day, a snowy road just past border patrol, a baseball game at dusk. Mile signs point us toward Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Salt Lake City, Chicago. And god is not the God expected, but the still moment amid movement: a field "lit like the heart / of the night," black stars stitched to the yellow sweatshirts of men in a crowd. A map "bleached / pale by time and weather," North American Stadiums is a collection at once resolutely unsentimental yet deeply tender, illuminating the historical forces that shape the places we inhabit and how those places, in turn, shape us.

Seventeen-year-old Jacob Todd is about to discover himself. Jacob's plan is to go to Amsterdam to honor his grandfather who died during World War II. He expects to go, set flowers on his grandfather's tombstone, and explore the city. But nothing goes as planned. Jacob isn't prepared for love&150or to face questions about his sexuality. Most of all, he isn't prepared to hear what Geertrui, the woman who nursed his grandfather during the war, has to say about their relationship. Geertrui was always known as Jacob's grandfather's kind and generous nurse. But it seems that in the midst of terrible danger, Geertrui and Jacob's grandfather's time together blossomed into something more than a girl caring for a wounded soldier. And like Jacob, Geertrui was not prepared. Geertrui and Jacob live worlds apart, but their voices blend together to tell one story&150a story that transcends time and place and war. By turns moving, vulnerable, and thrilling, this extraordinary novel takes the reader on a memorable voyage of discovery.

With Dying to Know You, award-winning author Aidan Chambers has created an indelible portrait of a young man discovering his own voice in the world, and has constructed a story that is as much about the artistic mind as it is the heart.In this contemporary love story, a teenage boy named Karl enlists a famous writer to help him impress his girlfriend, Fiorella. She has asked him to write her a letter in which he reveals his true self. But Karl isn’t convinced he’s good enough with words, so he tracks down Fiorella’s favorite author and begs him to take up the task. The writer reluctantly assents, on the condition that Karl agrees to a series of interviews, so that the letter will be based on an authentic portrait of Karl. The letter, though effective, has unexpected consequences for Karl, Fiorella, and the writer.

In Breaktime, Ditto challenges Morgan to prove that literature is crap and triggers off a chain of events to alter his outlook of life forever. Ditto faces a series of charges from Morgan against literature: that all fiction is Done. Finished. Dead; a sham and a pretence. He undertakes faithfully to record a life in the week of Ditto - with all the chaos of reality thrown in - and his literary creation reveals more about himself than he originally bargained for.In Dance on My Grave, life in his seaside town is uneventful for Hal Robinson, nothing unusual, exciting or odd ever happens to him - until now that is. Until the summer of his 16th birthday when he reaches a crossroads of choices in life. He foolishly takes a friend's boat for a day's sailing, gets into difficulty and is rescued by Barry Gorman. Their ensuing relationship results in a tumultous summer for Hal as he experiences the intense emotions of his first teenage love.

Cole Wilkes, an eager rookie reporter for a small town paper who stumbles upon Sara Mackey mysteriously foiling a robbery at a grocery store. Desperate for success, Cole sets out to make his name on Sara's unique gift. Sara seems to positively affect all she meets and Cole becomes increasingly intrigued by her presence. Is Sara special in some way or are all the magical moments pure coincidence? Do the random choices we make in life lead us down a path of no return or will Cole gain a sense of self-worth before he sells her out?

Come with Beamer and his best friend Kyle as they learn about aphasia from experts with years of experience. Join them as they learn what aphasia is, and how to help their dear friend who has just been diagnosed. This endearing story of friendship will encourage you to communicate with someone who has aphasia. You will learn that you really can make a difference.“I am happy to recommend this book for children and even adults to learn about aphasia. It is clear, understandable, and has very memorable illustrations, including a loveable dog. The book is highly educational for children, adolescents, and adults, and it is amusing and moving even for professionals who deal with aphasia. I recommend this book to one and all.” Howard S. Kirshner, MD Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Neurology Vanderbilt University Medical Center “This is an excellent book that summarizes aphasia for young children. It teaches the children, through the eyes of a dog who lives with a child, to understand that aphasia occurs when people cannot connect their ideas to words after a stroke. This is caused due to disconnection and damage of brain cells. The book explains how once the brain cells are damaged, a new team of brain cells has to learn to train and to be good at language function. That training can be done through aphasia therapy. The book highlights the importance of aphasia therapy as well as socializing and talking with people daily to improve their communication skills. The message in the book is clear and provides an optimistic yet accurate view of aphasia.” Swathi Kiran, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Professor & Doctoral Program Coordinator, Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, Associate Dean for Research, Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Boston University 635 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215 “Now I Understand Aphasia” is a heart-warming depiction of those living with Aphasia. This book teaches us about the brain and its incredible ability to adapt. Kyle’s latest adventure in Tell Me Town allows us to experience Mrs. Lee’s journey from diagnosis to isolation, from support to acceptance. It reminds us of the important role we can all play in the lives of our neighbors, friends and family who struggle to communicate.” Capt. Patrick Horan U.S. Army Retired WIA, TBI, GSW Wife, Patty Horan “I always found it hard to explain to my friends why my dad could not communicate like he used to, but that he was still just as smart and capable. I felt an overwhelming sense of relief from reading this story as it shares challenges and proper communication methods that should be used when interacting with people that have aphasia. I love how Cindy Chambers uses her platform to bring awareness to aphasia.” Delaney Tsacoumis daughter of a gentleman with Aphasia—Ashburn, Virginia

Told entirely in email messages, the way i see it captures the raw emotion and angst of high school.Sarah is caught between two guys. One, named Eric, is sweet and smart, and she's head over heels for him. One, named Mick, is her father's boss' son. He wants Sarah bad. When Sarah picks Eric over Mick, Mick uses his position as the son of a powerful man to get revenge on Sarah. One by one, her friends turn against her, until there's only one obstacle in Mick's way--Eric. Loosely based on The Illiad, this novella chronicles a conflict between high school friends.--------------------------EXCERPT:From: Dana Hellerman To: Sarah Rook Date: Fri 31 Jan 2003 10:09:38Subject: (none)sarah, what's up? i am in ms. cooke's class but she can't see that i am typing. i'm supposed 2 be working on some dumb short story. this will have to be quick. are u going 2 the party this weekend? Tristan and Eric are going to be there, atleast that's what Tristan told me yesterday on the phone. if u check this during study hall e-mail me back. I will be on the computer at lunch and then we can talk about it after school. did u see what cara wilson is wearing? i was going to buy a shirt like that at the mall, but now that i see it on her, i am not sure. she is alot thinner than me and she looks horrible!! i don't know. what do u think? well, i will see u after school, girl. hope ur coming this weekend.l8er,danaFrom: Sarah Rook To: Dana Hellerman Date: Fri, 31 Jan 2003 12:44:01Subject: Where is the party?Dana,I don't know if I can get out this weekend. My dad says that I can only have the car once every two weeks and you know I took it last week. You would have to pick me and then someone would have to get me home by curfew. I will try. Where is the party? Is it in Reetown again? I don't know why you keep telling me about Eric, because you know I don't like him. He is a huge dork and I don't care if he IS your boyfriend's best friend, that does not mean you have to foist him on me. I thought Cara looked cute. You think she looks horrible? Anyway, even if she is thinner, you are much better proportioned, if you know what I mean, and I'm sure the shirt would look fine on you. Cara looks like a clothes hanger. We have had this discussion before. You know that you are really hot and stop being such an idiot about the whole thin thing. You know that you look bigger because you are bigger--where it counts!! Ask Tristan.Okay, well, this is study hall, and I have a major test in Trig next period. So I have to go. See you after school!!LYLAS,Sarah