Books with author Christopher Forsey

Christopher Fowler’s Peculiar Crimes Unit novels have been hailed for their originality, suspense, and unforgettable characters. Now Arthur Bryant, John May, and their team of proud eccentrics have been given only one week to hunt down a murderer they’ve already caught once—and who is now luring them down into the darkest shadows of the London Underground.The young man they seek is an enigma. His identity is false. His links to society are invisible. A search of his home yields no clues. The Peculiar Crimes Unit knows only this: Somehow Mr. Fox got out of a locked room and killed one of their best and brightest. Facing a shutdown, Bryant and May learn that their man, expertly disguised, has struck again in the world’s oldest subway system. But as their search takes them into the vast labyrinth of tunnels that tie the city together, they discover a fresh mystery as bizarre as anything they have ever faced. . . . As the city blithely goes about its way, as tales of ghost stations and Underground legends emerge, Bryant and May, men of opposite methods, are each getting closer to what lies hidden at the heart of London’s celebrated Tube—and to the madness that is driving their man to murder.Sophisticated, fast-paced, and confounding until its final twist, Bryant & May off the Rails is Christopher Fowler dead on track and at the height of his power to beguile, bewitch, and entertain.

Milan, 1497. The height of the Renaissance. And for Giacomo, servant of the famous painter Leonardo da Vinci, it's the most difficult time of all. His Master has been working on the Last Supper, his greatest painting ever, for nearly two years. But has he finished it? He's barely started! The all-powerful Duke of Milan is demanding that it be completed by the time the Pope visits at Easter. And Giacomo knows that if Leonardo doesn't pick up his pace, the Duke may invite a young genius -- Michelangelo -- to finish the painting instead. Which means that Leonardo won't be paid, which means that Milan's shopkeepers (to whom he owes massive amounts) will take drastic measures against him. It's all down to Giacomo, and whether he can come up with a brilliant solution. And if he does, will his Master go for it? After all, Leonardo still doesn't seem to trust him. He refuses to teach Giacomo how to paint; he won't help him find his parents; nor will he discuss the significance of the medallion, ring, and cross that Giacomo was carrying when Leonardo found him. But with the secret arrival of a powerful stranger, Giacomo is about to discover much more than the answers he has been looking for. And he will also receive an invitation to help arrange a meeting that could change his life. . . and the future course of history. With more twists and turns than a spiral staircase, this thriller is as unique as its two heroes -- the most celebrated artist who ever lived, and a young man without a past, who will stop at nothing to find the truth about his life.

Athletes train hard and play to win. Coaches work to give their teams the edge on game day. But not everyone is on a level playing field. Poor sportsmanship and questionable behavior can cast a shadow over sports. Stories of true sportsmanship and fair play bring out the spirit of competition that makes sports great. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS.

Mr. Mustache lives in a small town. He enjoys all the activities seven-year-old boys love to do like running, swimming, and bicycling. But most of all, Mr. Mustache likes to learn about new and exciting things, like the circus that has just come into town!Mr. Mustache has never been to the circus. After he receives tickets from a lion tamer, he sets off on an adventure to the big top where he hopes to see all the exciting circus acts. As the lights dim, a spotlight shines on the barker, and the circus begins, Mr. Mustache secretly wonders what it would be like to entertain an audience from inside the ring.In this delightful childrens tale, a curious boy embarks on an adventure to the circus where he imagines a new life and happily discovers he is just fine with being himself.

Ronnie Williams loves baseball, he loves pitching, and he loves playin' catch with his dad. The Williams family moves to Texas and Ronnie has to start all over. He has to make new friends and make a new baseball team. The new friends part is easy when he meets Billie and Adrian who just so happen to be the best two players on the team he's trying out for.He then goes through ups and downs like making the team, dealing with a demanding coach and a bully, and winning and losing. But through it all his dad is there to give him advice while they play catch in the backyard.When he finally gets the biggest opportunity of his life can Ronnie overcome his nerves and remember the lessons from his dad and show everyone what he's really got?

After a successful move to a new town, making new friends, and having the best baseball season of his life, Ronnie Williams is back! And this time he's taking on a new sport, basketball. It won't be easy though and many challenges are ahead of him. But after his dad teaches him a "magic" shot, he's ready to hit the hardwood and show what he's got! It's not easy but Ronnie makes the team but things only get tougher. He goes through ups and downs and has to deal with bullies and not playing every game. But thanks to his dad and his friends, he sticks with it and eventually gets his time to shine. Will he become the hero? He’s got a shot, a magic shot at that, so he’s just gotta take it!

(Music Sales America). Ukulele from the Beginning is a great collection of favorite songs specially chosen for primary school-age children starting to learn the instrument! No previous knowledge of music is necessary for pupils... or the teacher! Just master the easy-to-play chord shapes and sing along! Ukulele from the beginning is an ideal introduction to this great little instrument and in no time at all the whole class will be playing and accompanying themselves! They'll soon want to learn more!