Books with author E. B. Thompson

History comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this epic account of the time of the Vikings that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers! Contains awesome illustrations!From battle-axe-wielding tribes plundering the greatest cities of Europe to powerful kings and queens ruling their dominions with iron fists, the Vikings were some of the most feared and fearless figures in European history. Find the bravest heroes, the most menacing villains, and unbelievably awesome facts and myths inside this action-packed overview that will amaze kids with tales of a people so incredible...it's hard to believe they were real.History buff and popular blogger Ben Thompson's lively storytelling style brings the Vikings back to life in this second book in the exhilarating Guts & Glory series!

Set in 15th century Europe, this is the tale of the meeting of two men—Theobold and Erhard—knights in two hostile armies, who are placed in circumstances in which they are forced to learn Jesus’ principle from the Sermon on the Mount: “But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you…”.Written and first published in 1871, the author allows the light of lives transformed by the grace of God to beautifully shine, as one known among men for being “Iron-Hearted” desires a softened heart given by God, and the Holy Spirit to teach him to have a childlike submission to his true King, Jesus.This volume is one of the eleven titles in the “Children’s Character-Building Collection", our popular reprints of 19th-century Christian books for young children.

Discover legendary commanders, tremendous fights, elite soldiers, and courageous individuals whose deeds truly made the difference in this jaw-dropping guide to the biggest war the world has ever seen.From massive aerial battles that clouded the skies with planes to deathly secret operations deep behind enemy lines, the events of World War II are some of the most awe-inspiring of all time. Packed with trivia, epic battles, and amazing illustrations, World War II comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this account from Ben Thompson that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers.

Nanny McPhee embarks on a brand new adventure in this brilliant, funny and captivating novel based on the new Nanny McPhee film.The Green family is trying to survive the war in their house in the country, but unfortunately they are not out of harm's way. A wicked uncle is intent on getting his hands on the family fortune and the children miss their father who is away fighting who knows where, and then their horrible cousins arrive! Life is not easy in the Green household . . . Thank heavens for Nanny McPhee!

New edition with New cover! A battle in medieval times brings about a unique situation between two enemy knights, Theobold and Erhard. Unknowingly, after Theobold thought he had killed Erhard, he finds himself wounded and being cared for in the house of Erhard's father. This story teaches the principle Jesus brought forth in Matthew 5:44, 'But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.'

When city boy Drew comes to small-town Coldriver to live with his Gran, the most exciting thing he can hope for is to finally play center on the high school basketball team. Instead he discovers that Coldriver isn’t like anywhere else on earth. Ruled by the ley lines that intersect the town and the magical power of the arts, the people of Coldriver hold to a different set of values. In this twisted reality statues come to life, music can literally blow your socks off, ballet is king, and a mere poem can kill. Against this strange and unexpected backdrop, Drew meets Cadence. At first she seems like the perfect all-American girl. She’s gorgeous, smart—she even plays violin in the school orchestra—and they seem to click perfectly. But when Drew discovers that Cady is next in line for the matriarchal power of the clan that rules the town, he is drawn swiftly into a labyrinth of danger. Someone’s trying to kill Cady, and now it looks like they’re after him, too. Together with his new best friend and basketball sidekick, Banjo, Drew goes on a quest to discover what’s really going on in Coldriver. Spurred by his own weird dreams about a long-dead Russian girl and a glowing green stone, Drew finds himself in a race against the clock to save Cady. Unless he can discover a way to reverse the magic, Cady’s fate as the next Matushka on the sundown of her seventeenth birthday will be sealed. And with a cast of crazy Stepanov relatives all vying for Cady’s birthright, Drew is afraid she might not survive that long. The only way out is to realize his own connection to the town and the power of the ley.

Ministering to troubled youth can easily tarnish a person's reputation.Mr. Bones, always striving to reach those falling through society's cracks, often finds his head on the chopping block.He isn't stupid; he knows all too well that it only takes one false allegation to ruin his career and his reputation throughout the community. But it's worth the risk... or is it?Carlos Estrada, his newest client, is different than most of the others the young probation officer supervises. With Carlos having a history of acting out sexually, Mr. Bones must proceed with caution.It's difficult to persuade a person to change his life around when he doesn't think he's doing anything wrong. Can Mr. Bones help Carlos before Carlos gets the best of him?If you've already read the first two books in the Worthy Battle series, you won't want to miss this one! Buy your copy of Reprogramming Carlos today to see if it's possible to redeem the teen before he ruins his own life.

This book is a re-telling of the classic poem by Clement Clarke Moore and features the Gnomes that inhabit Placerville, California.In 1849 miners flocked to what is now Placerville, California, in search of gold. Before the prospectors arrived, the forests and streams were home to little curious gnomes. Throughout the town's history, these gnomes have hidden in plain sight and delighted in the antics of humans, borrowing items from them to decorate their homes, and living in unused space. In modern times, the gnomes of Placerville have come out of hiding and can be found people-watching on Main Street, or wherever large crowds gather. These gnomes, and their exploits can be found on social media by searching the hashtag #PVGnomey.

Some might describe him as a spoiled wealthy brat overcome with entitlement issues.Dawson prefers to view himself as an attractive biracial male who just so happens to belong to the upper class.At fifteen, the boy has learned that money has many advantages. It can be used for bribing authorities, getting his peers to wait on him hand and foot, and even for plotting revenge.When Mr. Bones practically forces the teen into a mentoring relationship, Dawson’s rebellion rises to new heights. If he can’t buy the guy off, he’ll anger him to the point where Mr. Bones will voluntarily walk away.If only someone would have warned him about how stubborn that probation officer could be!This is going to be war!Reforming Dawson is a clean, inspirational novel about the power of one individual to make a difference. If you enjoy fiction stories that offer hope, encourage spiritual growth, and challenge you to get out of your comfort zone, you will love not only Reforming Dawson, but every book in the Worthy Battle series. Get your copy today!

Bryson Miller is a sixteen-year-old high school student who has already dealt with his mother's death and his father's subsequent alcoholism. When that happened, he adapted. He became the core of the family, making sure that groceries were bought and his sisters stayed out of trouble all while maintaining perfect grades with matching ambitions. Balancing his dysfunctional family life with a shining image became routine. He doesn't view himself as special or even especially unlucky. After all, there are plenty of people in his small town who are worse off. What is supposed to be just another normal Friday night, attending his friend Gary's party and keeping Gary out of trouble, becomes a nightmare when Bryson is attacked. In the days that follow, he does what he always does and attempts to adjust... to being a vampire. However, his sire won't leave him or his family alone. What she wants isn't something Bryson is willing to give, and when her threats to his girlfriend get Bryson killed, his soul ends up in the Underworld, ruled by the creator of vampires, the God of Temptation.Now Bryson is being asked to work for the god responsible not only for ruining his life but actually ending it. Although given a choice, the consequences for his refusal are far more complicated and far reaching than they seem. When he learns he won't be the one paying the price, how can he say no?Gods Don't Sleep is the first book in a planned trilogy. It serves as an origin story for the young protagonist and sets up the action to come.

In wartime England, the two very spoiled Gray children are being sent to stay in the country with their very numerous and ill-behaved cousins, the Greens. Enter Nanny McPhee, who discovers that Mrs. Green and the children are fighting another war altogether-against scheming relatives intent on taking their farm while Mr. Green is off fighting in the war. Nanny McPhee must use her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons, or losing the farm will be the least of their problems...