Books with author Chris Paul

Quint Verginix has enrolled as a squire in the Knight’s Academy. After his training, he will be able to pilot stormchaser sky-ships into the heart of Great Storms, and retrieve the solidified lightning – stormphrax – to weigh down the floating rock on which Sanctaphrax is built. But as a freezing winter takes hold, and the city strains to break free of its tether, ancient feuds threaten to tear its people apart.On his own, Quint can do nothing to help avert the impending doom. But with the help of a band of loyal friends he might just be able to avert disaster.The Winter Knights is the second book of the Quint Saga – first trilogy in The Edge Chronicles, the internationally best-selling fantasy series, which has featured on the UK and the New York Times best-seller lists and sold more than 3 million copies. There are now 13 titles and four trilogies in the series, but each book is a stand-alone adventure, so you can read The Edge Chronicles in any order you choose.

Anxiety is a normal part of childhood. Every child goes through phases of it. Using practical examples and interactive text, this picture book from the Questions and Feelings About ... series shows the kinds of worries facing many children today and explores how their fears might be overcome. It includes a helpful section with advice, practical tips, and activities for caregivers and teachers.

Are you looking for a children's book that can make Bedtime a wonderful time? Are you looking to help your kids get away from technology and go back into a land that is based solely on their imagination? These stories are both fun and will teach kids a wonderful lesson as they fall asleep. No matter which one you pick, though, you are sure to have a story that they will treasure. The stories here are sure to transform children's bedtime experience, while also giving them plenty to think about, learn about, and grow with. This book was written for children of all ages, so as long as they still enjoy having a bedtime story read, they will adore this book! Many people are habitual of reading bedtime stories to their children. It is usually considered to be a fun activity, however; it can also play a key role in building the personality of a child. Moreover, parents get a chance to spend quality time with their children. This enables them to strengthen the family bond. Bedtime stories also help children in relaxing their minds. Thus, it helps them to have a sound and comfortable sleep. Apart from these, bedtime stories enhance the imagination of a child. It is because in these stories they encounter characters and scenes which they do not see commonly in their daily lives. Moreover, bedtime stories also play a major role in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills of children. All these skills ensure better development of your kid’s personality. This book is written keeping in view all the above-mentioned factors. Various stories in the book will help you to mold the personality and thoughts of your child. It will be the right choice for you and your children. The stories in this book are fictional. Reading them to your children will foster the bond between you two. The values, morals, etc. That you will discuss with your child will help him to become a good person. It will enhance the interest and learning abilities of him. Thus, sharing bedtime stories with the kids is something all the parents should make a part of their daily routine. This book is a collection of perfect bedtime stories. Make them a part of your daily routine so that your child develops a habit of learning new things every day. Find a comfy spot that’s free of distractions, cuddle up with your kids, and enjoy these stories!

Are you looking for a children's book that can make Bedtime a wonderful time? Are you looking to help your kids get away from technology and go back into a land that is based solely on their imagination? These stories are both fun and will teach kids a wonderful lesson as they fall asleep. No matter which one you pick, though, you are sure to have a story that they will treasure. The stories here are sure to transform children's bedtime experience, while also giving them plenty to think about, learn about, and grow with. This book was written for children of all ages, so as long as they still enjoy having a bedtime story read, they will adore this book! Many people are habitual of reading bedtime stories to their children. It is usually considered to be a fun activity, however; it can also play a key role in building the personality of a child. Moreover, parents get a chance to spend quality time with their children. This enables them to strengthen the family bond. Bedtime stories also help children in relaxing their minds. Thus, it helps them to have a sound and comfortable sleep. Apart from these, bedtime stories enhance the imagination of a child. It is because in these stories they encounter characters and scenes which they do not see commonly in their daily lives. Moreover, bedtime stories also play a major role in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills of children. All these skills ensure better development of your kid’s personality. This book is written keeping in view all the above-mentioned factors. Various stories in the book will help you to mold the personality and thoughts of your child. It will be the right choice for you and your children. The stories in this book are fictional. Reading them to your children will foster the bond between you two. The values, morals, etc. That you will discuss with your child will help him to become a good person. It will enhance the interest and learning abilities of him. Thus, sharing bedtime stories with the kids is something all the parents should make a part of their daily routine. This book is a collection of perfect bedtime stories. Make them a part of your daily routine so that your child develops a habit of learning new things every day. Find a comfy spot that’s free of distractions, cuddle up with your kids, and enjoy these stories!

Are you looking for a children's book that can make Bedtime a wonderful time? Are you looking to help your kids get away from technology and go back into a land that is based solely on their imagination? These stories are both fun and will teach kids a wonderful lesson as they fall asleep. No matter which one you pick, though, you are sure to have a story that they will treasure. The stories here are sure to transform children's bedtime experience, while also giving them plenty to think about, learn about, and grow with. This book was written for children of all ages, so as long as they still enjoy having a bedtime story read, they will adore this book! Many people are habitual of reading bedtime stories to their children. It is usually considered to be a fun activity, however; it can also play a key role in building the personality of a child. Moreover, parents get a chance to spend quality time with their children. This enables them to strengthen the family bond. Bedtime stories also help children in relaxing their minds. Thus, it helps them to have a sound and comfortable sleep. Apart from these, bedtime stories enhance the imagination of a child. It is because in these stories they encounter characters and scenes which they do not see commonly in their daily lives. Moreover, bedtime stories also play a major role in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills of children. All these skills ensure better development of your kid’s personality. This book is written keeping in view all the above-mentioned factors. Various stories in the book will help you to mold the personality and thoughts of your child. It will be the right choice for you and your children. The stories in this book are fictional. Reading them to your children will foster the bond between you two. The values, morals, etc. That you will discuss with your child will help him to become a good person. It will enhance the interest and learning abilities of him. Thus, sharing bedtime stories with the kids is something all the parents should make a part of their daily routine. This book is a collection of perfect bedtime stories. Make them a part of your daily routine so that your child develops a habit of learning new things every day. Find a comfy spot that’s free of distractions, cuddle up with your kids, and enjoy these stories!

LILIANA AMADO, a young teenage girl, who is a victim of human trafficking, is held captive at a secret government testing facility off the coast of Florida, where she has been the victim of dozens of illegal human experiments. She has nothing in her possession but her torment and the everlasting hope that she will be reunited with her younger brother as she is tortured by the hands of her captives. When an opportunity to escape presents itself, she and a peculiar young boy she befriends while being captive, seize it.

Being part of a family led-clan that worships and trains elemental wolf spirits, Kalen Gage doesn’t see himself as a leader due to his severe meekness. Thus has left many of his fellow clanners as well his brother into treating him like a pariah. For every year, one clanner is chosen to bond permanently with a gifted wolf spirit becoming a tamer. When Kalen is chosen this year to be a tamer, things change when he has to bond with a troublesome wolf spirit.As Kalen struggles to get through the bonding process, unforeseen consequences leave Kalen to lose his wolf spirit. And now with some surprising help, Kalen must keep his emotions in check while embarking on a perilous mission. Venturing through the land of Marais in order to retrieve his missing wolf spirit, he will have to face lethal enemies, who won’t hesitate into killing a tamer, while stumbling upon the mysterious Phantom Wolf. With danger lurking at every turn, newfound secrets are revealed that could shake up Marais forever. The Phantom Wolf may hold the answers. Will it be an unexpected ally or a formidable foe. Kalen has to decide carefully as he fights for what he needs to become, before he jeopardizes every tamer and those he loves.

A young, 300 year old fashion conscious Japanese dragon believes he is the last dragon left alive after years of unwarranted persecution of the species. He befriends a young boy and through enlightening conversations and humorous mishaps, a unique bond emerges between the two.Alas his wayward dragonly ways mean that very soon the subject of abuse torment and the entire military come after him.Will he survive to further the existence of these magnificent and humerous creatures?This is a fun-loving, witty story about finding friendship in the oddest of places and a joy to youngsters up to the age of 115 years. The story has been brilliantly illustrated by notable watercolour artist Paul Payne.

The New Hero is a tale of courage and mystery, as a young orphan named Will discovers who he truly is. After a mysterious accident in Hawaii, Will is kidnapped in one of the oddest manners, and then realizes that there is another world lurking in the human civilization. He tries to understand who he really is, only to be told by people who befriend shape-shifters. Soon realizing that he is supposed to be the greatest hero mankind has ever seen, he becomes a child soldier and goes on a journey of betrayal and friendship, seeing horrors that aren't meant for a fourteen years old's eyes. He realizes that the world is not the innocent place that it seems and learns the secrets of war. Blood and tears are shed, friends are lost, and yet Will still fights on. Can he get through all of this chaos? Or will he perish as another casualty in this war?

This mindfulness story book for children will help improve attention spans and observation skills. Simple mindfulness activities are interspersed throughout the story. Mindfulness techniques have been shown to help relieve stress and anxiety and improve health and mental well-being. It's Saturday morning and Jada and her brother Michael are watching TV. It's a beautiful day and Dad wants to get them outside so he invents 'The Garden Game'. Whoever notices the most interesting things is the winner. At first, they can't see anything. Just grass and flowers. But by looking slowly, more closely, and using all of their senses, they soon begin to notice lots of fascinating things. Small things they would not have noticed before seem so much bigger and interesting. And finally, their sense of smell leads them to the prize!The story shows how the children use mindfulness - the ability to pay attention to the present moment with curiosity - to help them pay attention in everyday life. Mindfulness practices (exercises) are integrated into each story, and expanded on in the 'Notes to Parents and Teachers' section at the end of the books. Readers are invited to PAUSE at various points in the story to notice their own present moment experience. The four stories in the 'Mindful Me' series explore how a mindful attitude to life can enhance enjoyment, promote a sense of calm and confidence, and provide young people with a 'friend for life'. The books can be used at home or in the classroom, for storytime or as part of the PSHCE curriculum.The other titles are:Breath by Breath: A Mindfulness Guide to Keeping CalmExploring Emotions: A Mindfulness Guide to Dealing with EmotionsSleep Easy: A Mindfulness Guide to Getting a Good Night's Sleep

The New Hero is a tale of courage and mystery, as a young orphan named Will discovers who he truly is. After a mysterious accident in Hawaii, Will is kidnapped in one of the oddest manners, and then realizes that there is another world lurking in the human civilization. He tries to understand who he really is, only to be told by people who befriend shape-shifters. Soon realizing that he is supposed to be the greatest hero mankind has ever seen, he becomes a child soldier and goes on a journey of betrayal and friendship, seeing horrors that aren't meant for a fourteen years old's eyes. He realizes that the world is not the innocent place that it seems and learns the secrets of war. Blood and tears are shed, friends are lost, and yet Will still fights on. Can he get through all of this chaos? Or will he perish as another casualty in this war?

Being part of a family led-clan that worships and trains elemental wolf spirits, Kalen Gage doesn’t see himself as a leader due to his severe meekness. Thus has left many of his fellow clanners as well his brother into treating him like a pariah. For every year, one clanner is chosen to bond permanently with a gifted wolf spirit becoming a tamer. When Kalen is chosen this year to be a tamer, things change when he has to bond with a troublesome wolf spirit.As Kalen struggles to get through the bonding process, unforeseen consequences leave Kalen to lose his wolf spirit. And now with some surprising help, Kalen must keep his emotions in check while embarking on a perilous mission. Venturing through the land of Marais in order to retrieve his missing wolf spirit, he will have to face lethal enemies, who won’t hesitate into killing a tamer, while stumbling upon the mysterious Phantom Wolf. With danger lurking at every turn, newfound secrets are revealed that could shake up Marais forever. The Phantom Wolf may hold the answers. Will it be an unexpected ally or a formidable foe. Kalen has to decide carefully as he fights for what he needs to become, before he jeopardizes every tamer and those he loves.