Books with author Christina Ong

Selected for the Texas Bluebonnet Award Master ListA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA determined 12-year-old girl bikes across the country to meet her idol. She's ready for an adventure-- but she can't imagine all the surprises in store.Introverted Bicycle has lived most of her life at the Mostly Silent Monastery in Washington, D.C.-- and she likes it that way. But when her guardian, Sister Wanda, announces that Bicycle is going to attend a camp where she will learn to make friends, Bicycle says no way. Determined to prove she can make friends on her own, she sets off on her bike for San Francisco to meet her idol, a famous cyclist, certain he will be her first true friend. Who knew that a ghost would haunt her handlebars and that she would have to contend with bike-hating dogs, a bike-loving horse, bike-crushing pigs, and a mysterious lady dressed in black. Over the uphills and downhills of her journey, Bicycle discovers that friends are not such a bad thing to have after all, and that a dozen cookies really can solve most problems.For more quirky middle-grade fun, don't miss Colossus of Roads, also by Christina Uss! A Junior Library Guild Selection!

A determined 12-year-old girl bikes across the country in this quirky and charming debut middle grade novel.Introverted Bicycle has lived most of her life at the Mostly Silent Monastery in Washington, D.C. When her guardian, Sister Wanda, announces that Bicycle is going to attend a camp where she will learn to make friends, Bicycle says no way and sets off on her bike for San Francisco to meet her idol, a famous cyclist, certain he will be her first true friend. Who knew that a ghost would haunt her handlebars and that she would have to contend with bike-hating dogs, a bike-loving horse, bike-crushing pigs, and a mysterious lady dressed in black. Over the uphills and downhills of her journey, Bicycle discovers that friends are not such a bad thing to have after all, and that a dozen cookies really can solve most problems.

From the author of the acclaimed The Adventures of a Girl Called Bicycle comes a tale of traffic jams, secret plans, and one eleven-year-old boy's determination to save his family's livelihood.Rick Rusek's stomach has a lot to say. It's got opinions on tasty foods, not-so-tasty foods, and driving in traffic-jammed Los Angeles makes it roil, boil, gurgle, and howl. It's doing the best it can. It never meant to earn its owner the nickname Carsick Rick or make him change schools for fifth grade. And Rick's stomach isn't the only one dealing with terrible traffic. His family's catering service, Smotch, is teetering on the verge of ruin after a rash of late deliveries and missed appointments. Fortunately, Rick has the solution. Unfortunately, no one wants to listen to a kid. Absolutely certain that he could fix the constant, endless traffic snarls, Rick hatches a plan. But he'll need help from his unicorn-loving Girl Scout neighbor, a famous street artist, and the best driver in L.A. Together they'll take on the stream of stalled cars--and a secret conspiracy or two, too. It's going to be tough, but Rick won't give up. If he can successfully move the 330,000 slow-moving cars standing in the way of his family's future, maybe everyone will see that he's not Carsick Rick. He's one of the seven wonders of Los Angeles.He's the Colossus of Roads.

Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading.Selected for the 2019-2020 Texas Bluebonnet Award Master ListA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA determined 12-year-old girl bikes across the country in this quirky and charming debut middle grade novel.Introverted Bicycle has lived most of her life at the Mostly Silent Monastery in Washington, D.C. When her guardian, Sister Wanda, announces that Bicycle is going to attend a camp where she will learn to make friends, Bicycle says no way and sets off on her bike for San Francisco to meet her idol, a famous cyclist, certain he will be her first true friend. Who knew that a ghost would haunt her handlebars and that she would have to contend with bike-hating dogs, a bike-loving horse, bike-crushing pigs, and a mysterious lady dressed in black. Over the uphills and downhills of her journey, Bicycle discovers that friends are not such a bad thing to have after all, and that a dozen cookies really can solve most problems.A Junior Library Guild selection!

Being a prince can be fun……it can also get you killed.When you’re 15 years old, with the kingdom at your feet, there isn’t time to learn the ropes. Prince Kendryk has found the life he had dreamed of isn’t all glory. He trusts his advisors, but are they plotting against him? Wisdom comes with age...…will he survive long enough to get some?He needs a friend and an ally.Outside the kingdom the drums of war are sounding. Armies gather. Plots are crafted. And soon everything will change.Many leagues away, a young woman has just had a really bad day. Her mercenary career is in trouble……but that’s the least of her problems.There’s a price on Sonya’s head.She had no idea who the marauder was, or that this woman worked for the Archduchess, or that helping a bunch of poor villagers, was such a bad idea…but it was. She picked the wrong day to do the right thing. The life of a mercenary wasn’t about helping people.This was rule number one.She should have known better, but it’s all over. As she’s been told a thousand times, adapt or die.You’ll be amazed at how these two worlds come together. This epic fantasy will keep you hooked from the beginning.Get it now.

At eighteen, Devyn is already a general.He knows he’s up to the job … … even if no one else thinks so.But maybe the job is too much to handle. He has to whip a bunch of spoiled, undisciplined brats into a deadly cavalry and lead them to victory. All while having serious doubts about his cause, AND trying to convince the woman he loves to take a chance on him.Devyn isn’t sure he can handle it all, but giving up is not an option. … or is it?Carina retired from the army to start a family. Now she finds herself leading a rebellion. Even worse, she’s on a collision course with Devyn. When the first battle goes more horribly than she ever imagined, can she stay in the fight? Or will she turn her back on the war to salvage what’s left of her life?Civil war consumes a kingdom, ensnaring rich and poor alike. The fight rages at city walls, across vast battlefields, and in the hearts of every citizen and soldier.Another fast-paced historical fantasy from the author of the Desolate Empire Series. Get it now!

From the author of the acclaimed The Adventures of a Girl Called Bicycle comes a tale of traffic jams, secret plans, and one eleven-year-old boy's determination to save his family's livelihood.Rick Rusek's stomach has a lot to say. It's got opinions on tasty foods, not-so-tasty foods, and driving in traffic-jammed Los Angeles makes it roil, boil, gurgle, and howl. It's doing the best it can. It never meant to earn its owner the nickname Carsick Rick or make him change schools for fifth grade. And Rick's stomach isn't the only one dealing with terrible traffic. His family's catering service, Smotch, is teetering on the verge of ruin after a rash of late deliveries and missed appointments. Fortunately, Rick has the solution. Unfortunately, no one wants to listen to a kid. Absolutely certain that he could fix the constant, endless traffic snarls, Rick hatches a plan. But he'll need help from his unicorn-loving Girl Scout neighbor, a famous street artist, and the best driver in L.A. Together they'll take on the stream of stalled cars--and a secret conspiracy or two, too. It's going to be tough, but Rick won't give up. If he can successfully move the 330,000 slow-moving cars standing in the way of his family's future, maybe everyone will see that he's not Carsick Rick. He's one of the seven wonders of Los Angeles.He's the Colossus of Roads.

Brandy is a beloved pet who comes to live at the animal shelter on Nantucket Island. She quickly makes many new furry friends, and some human ones too. But all animals long for someone special to love them. Will Brandy find her special person? Join Brandy in her search for a forever home. Author proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals.

This is the third book in Christina Huo's Chinese Culture for Children Series and is a perfect introduction to the history, traditions and food of Chinese New Year for kids and adults. Chapters include:What and When is Chinese New Year?Chinese New Year in Chinese?Chinese Zodiac AnimalsPreceding DaysChinese New Year's EveChinese New Year DaysThe Lantern FestivalDelve into the mythology and customs surrounding this ancient festival and find out how it is still celebrated today all over the world. With beautiful artwork and pictures this book is a must, particularly at this time of year.

Brandy is a beloved pet who comes to live at the animal shelter on Nantucket Island. She quickly makes many new furry friends, and some human ones too. But all animals long for someone special to love them. Will Brandy find her special person? Join Brandy in her search for a forever home. Author proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals.