Books with author David Ellis

★★★★ FOUR STARRED REVIEWS! ★★★★Kirkus Best Book / Publishers Weekly Best Book / TheWall Street Journal Best BookBestselling author David Elliott explores how Joan of Arc changed the course of history and remains a figure of fascination centuries after her extraordinary life and death. Joan of Arc gets the Hamilton treatment in this evocative novel. Told through medieval poetic forms and in the voices of the people and objects in Joan of Arc’s life, (including her family and even the trees, clothes, cows, and candles of her childhood), Voices offers an unforgettable perspective on an extraordinary young woman. Along the way it explores timely issues such as gender, misogyny, and the peril of speaking truth to power. Before Joan of Arc became a saint, she was a girl inspired. It is that girl we come to know in Voices.

David Elliott turns a classic on its head: this rough and rowdy retelling of the Minotaur myth in verse will have readers reevaluating one of mythology's most infamous monsters. THE MYTH OF THE MINOTAUR? THAT'S BULL. Garnering six starred reviews, this update of the timeless story of Theseus and the Minotaur has been called “beautifully clever,” “a literary feast fit for the gods,” "powerful and engrossing," "irresistible, slick, and sharp," "a genre of its own," and "rude...crude, and it's a whole bunch of fun." Resurrected from the dark depths of the labyrinth, this fresh, deliciously shocking, and darkly comedic novel-in-verse takes on the Theseus and Minotaur myth and shines a light on one of history's most infamous monsters.

A fun-filled introduction to maps through the eyes of an adorable pigHenry is a very particular sort of pig. "A place for everything and everything in its place," he always says. But when he looks out his window he is troubled. The farm is a mess! Henry is worried that nobody will be able to find anything in this mess. So he draws a map showing all the animals exactly where they belong. And Henry embarks on a journey through the farm, his friends tagging along as he creates his map: sheep in the woolshed, chickens in the coop, the horse in the stable. After the map is complete, Henry uses it to bring himself back home, where he is relieved to know that he is exactly where he belongs. A place for everything and everything in its place, indeed.For fans of Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth or of Winnie the Pooh, this sweet romp through the farm is adorably illustrated by David Elliot, who created the endearing animals who inhabit Brian Jacques world of Redwall. Perfect for pre-schoolers and elemetary-schoolers learning to read maps for the first time.Praise for Henry's Map:*** “With appealing characters and gentle humor, this book will be a hit at storytime, or as an introduction to mapping lessons.” —School Library Journal *** (starred) *** “Here’s hoping for many more Henry-centric adventures.” —Kirkus Reviews *** (starred) “Elliot’s barnyard animals brim with personality and emotion, matching the understated humor of this charming story.” —Publisher’s Weekly “This story may even inspire budding cartographers to map their own world.” —Booklist

★★★★ FOUR STARRED REVIEWS! ★★★★Kirkus Best Book / Publishers Weekly Best Book / TheWall Street Journal Best BookBestselling author David Elliott explores how Joan of Arc changed the course of history and remains a figure of fascination centuries after her extraordinary life and death. Joan of Arc gets the Hamilton treatment in this evocative novel. Told through medieval poetic forms and in the voices of the people and objects in Joan of Arc’s life, (including her family and even the trees, clothes, cows, and candles of her childhood), Voices offers an unforgettable perspective on an extraordinary young woman. Along the way it explores timely issues such as gender, misogyny, and the peril of speaking truth to power. Before Joan of Arc became a saint, she was a girl inspired. It is that girl we come to know in Voices.

In ancient battle-scarred North Africa, the Carthaginians and Romans are locked in a mortal struggle.Only one will survive. Asdrubal, priest of Carthage’s demon god Baal, sacrifices hundreds of innocents in order to release a fallen angel and resurrect an ancient and powerful dragon that hungers for the Roman army’s flesh.Meanwhile, Miriam a prophetess slave girl, defies her master to protect her child from the sacrificial flames. Rescued by a Roman team, Miriam uses her healing arts and her heart skills to help Regulus, General of the Roman Legion, who was terribly burned battling the dragon. Regulus didn’t believe in dragons until he fought one, or spirits, till he met one. But he quickly learns earthly battles are fought in one realm and spiritual battles in another, and they are both treacherous. Now Regulus has a horrible decision to make, will he sacrifice his life, his legion and his love to save Rome?"Captivating, challenging and most of all a book that makes you want to come back and see what's next."

Life at Scornwell's School for Difficult Children is cruel for the few boarders there. Overseen by the ruthless Mr Hemlock, there is little mercy for even the teaching staff. When the grisly discovery of the body of Mr Plumridge, the caretaker, reaches both teachers and students alike, Timothy, a plucky upstart with a curious disposition, along with his friends Ella, and Barnabus, take it upon themselves to investigate. With Mr Hemlock concerned for the welfare of his school should the news reach the outside of Scornwell's, and the childrens' suspicions growing by the hour, accusations fly and tensions rise, until the culprit is finally revealed during a heated climax within the cafeteria. Set entirely within the four walls of Scornwell's School, this light-hearted romp keeps you guessing until the very end, whilst encountering some unusual and hilarious characters along the way.

Chloe Baker is unlike any other ten-year-old - not simply because she is intellectually brilliant, but exceptionally selfless and possessing a vehement desire for justice. When Chloe receives a letter from a younger child pleading for her help to recover a missing Pug called Max, she very willingly offers her services.With the assistance of her two friends, Alexander and Jasmine, and the unparalleled devotion of her younger brother Adam, Chloe begins her investigation. But it very quickly appears Max is not the only beloved pet to have vanished, and the sleuths embark upon a race against time to investigate the mysterious disappearances and bring home the pets to their owners.