Books with author Collins Matt

The bestselling guides to Britain’s canals and rivers for 50 years.This ebook is best viewed on Kindle Fire in landscape mode to optimise your experience.For all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways between Exeter and the River Thames.Waterways covered in this guide – Basingstoke Canal, Bridgwater & Taunton Canal, Grand Western Canal, Exeter Ship Canal, Kennet & Avon Canal, River Thames, Wey & Godalming Navigations.The detailed Ordnance Survey® maps clearly show the location of essential features such as locks, towpaths and boating facilities, as well as pubs, shops and restaurants in the area. There are comprehensive navigational notes and descriptive text on the history of each canal, and on local services and places of interest, for which postcodes are included – ideal for use with sat-navs.This practical A5 guide features 'lie flat' spiral binding and 'book mark' back cover flap for ease of reference.In print for 50 years, the Collins/Nicholson guides to the waterways have always been a vital part of journeys along Britain’s canals and rivers. These bestselling guides are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britain’s inland waterways – from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip, as well as walkers, cyclists and visitors.

Previously published as Ali & the Too Hot, Up-to-No Good, Very Beastly BoyI had a plan to survive my senior year.Too bad Jackson High’s star quarterback BLEW. IT. UP.Last year, I was the most hated girl at my old school. This year, my plan is to lay low, keep to myself and graduate. My plan’s working. Until the day I run into Dax DeLeon.It’s impossible to stay invisible when the most popular guy at school claims I’m his girlfriend.Did I mention his ex—the head cheerleader and the most popular girl in school—wants him back? Boom.Now I’ve got a fake boyfriend.And a target on my back. Again. But what’s scaring me the most…If this thing with Dax is fake—why does being with him feel so real?The Nerd & the Quarterback is a sweet YA romantic comedy about a nerdy bowler, a hot quarterback, a possible case of mistaken identity, a bunny-napping, ransom notes, a failed ransom drop, thievery, and mean girls being mean.But mostly about a boy and a girl learning to trust. *Warning: this book has a romance so sweet you'll get an urge to call your dentist.*Grab your copy today!The Jackson High Series:#1 The Nerd & the Quarterback (Ali & Dax, A Fake Boyfriend Romance)#2 The Good Girl & the Bad Boy (Grady & Lacey, An Enemies to Lovers Romance)#3 The Tomboy & the Movie Star (Bernie & Kingsly, A Fish Out-of-Water Romance)#4 The Shy Girl & the Jock Next Door (Shay & TJ, A Best Friends to Lovers Romance)

Witness the birth of women's basketball in this illustrated introduction from renowned nonfiction author Sue Macy. Raised on a cattle ranch, Agnes Morley was sent to Stanford University to learn to be a lady. But she soon exchanged her breeches and spurs for bloomers and a basketball—and in April 1896, she made history. In a heart-pounding game against the University of California at Berkeley, Agnes led her team to victory in the first-ever inter-collegiate women's basketball game, earning national attention and putting women's basketball on the map. This fast-paced story of perseverance and success digs deep into the history of one of America's most popular sports, and how it came to be so big. Realistic illustrations by Matt Collins put readers in the middle of the action, and you'll want cheer along with the crowd. With comprehensive backmatter including a timeline, author's note, select bibliography, and recommended places to visit for more information, Basketball Belles is a perfect introduction to an intriguing moment in sports and women's history. A Junior Library Guild Selection Booklist Top 10 Sports Books for Youth Booklist Editors' Choice, Books for Youth, Nonfiction, Middler Readers NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, History/Life & Culture in the Americas

A beautifully illustrated picture atlas designed to take children on an exciting journey around the world.The atlas opens with the continents, then presents a world view of countries before exploring deeper into each country and the exciting places to visit within each. • The maps are clear, colourful and perfect for children to explore the world and let their imaginations run riot. • Illustrated by Steve Evans. • This book is ideal for home or school and finding out more about the world whilst also helping to develop essential reading skills. • Clear, colourful, highly informative, illustrated mapping designed for young readers. • Arranged by continent for easy reference. • Facts about the world we live in are included on each spread.