Books with author GOODMAN

Eventide is an evocative YA historical fantasy thriller by debut author Sarah Goodman, for fans of Jennifer Donnelly and Libba Bray. Download a FREE sneak peek today!MADNESS, SECRETS, AND LIESWheeler, Arkansas, 1907When their father descends into madness after the death of their mother, Verity Pruitt and her little sister Lilah find themselves on an orphan train to rural Arkansas.In Wheeler, eleven-year-old Lilah is quickly adopted, but seventeen-year-old Verity is not. Desperate to stay close to her sister, Verity indentures herself as a farmhand. But even charming farm boy Abel Atchley can’t completely distract her from the sense that something is not quite right in this little town. Strange local superstitions abound, especially about the eerie old well at the center of the forest. The woods play tricks, unleashing heavy fog and bone-chilling cold…and sometimes visions of things that aren’t there.But for Verity, perhaps most unsettling of all is the revelation that her own parents have a scandalous history in this very town. And as she tries to unearth the past, sinister secrets come with it—secrets that someone will go to violent lengths to protect….A haunting tale of long-buried secrets, small-town scandal, and single-minded vengeance by talented debut novelist Sarah Goodman.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

From former FBI Futurist, Interpol advisor and beat cop Marc Goodman, a deep dive into the digital underground illuminating the alarming ways criminals, corporations, and even countries are using new and emerging technologies against you—and how this makes everyone more vulnerable than you ever thought possible.NEW YORK TIMES and WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERTechnological advances have benefited our world in immeasurable ways, but there is an ominous flip side: our technology can be turned against us. And just over the horizon is a tidal wave of scientific progress that will leave our heads spinning—from implantable medical devices to drones and 3-D printers, all of which can be hacked, with disastrous consequences. With explosive insights based on a career in law enforcement and counterterrorism, leading authority on global security Marc Goodman takes readers on a vivid journey through the darkest recesses of the Internet. He explores how bad actors are primed to hijack the technologies of tomorrow. Provocative, thrilling, and ultimately empowering, Future Crimes will serve as an urgent call to action that shows how we can take back control of our own devices and harness technology’s tremendous power for the betterment of humanity—before it’s too late.

The latest thriller from the internationally bestselling author of The Lake of Dead Languages and The Other Mother, a story of mistaken identities and missed chances, forgiveness, and vengeance.“Carol Goodman is, simply put, a stellar writer.”—Lisa Unger, New York Times bestselling author of The Red HunterALICE gets off a bus in the middle of a snowstorm in Delphi, NY. She is fleeing an abusive relationship and desperate to protect...OREN, ten years old, a major Star Wars fan and wise beyond his years. Though Alice is wary, Oren bonds nearly instantly with...MATTIE, a social worker in her fifties who lives in an enormous run-down house in the middle of the woods. Mattie lives alone and is always available, and so she is the person the hotline always calls when they need a late-night pickup. And although according to protocol Mattie should take Alice and Oren to a local shelter, instead she brings them home for the night. She has plenty of room, she says. What she doesn't say is that Oren reminds her of her little brother, who died thirty years ago at the age of ten.But Mattie isn't the only one withholding elements of the truth. Alice is keeping her own secrets. And as the snowstorm worsens around them, each woman's past will prove itself unburied, stirring up threats both within and without.

The Nerf Blaster Modification Guide has all you need to know to create a cooler-looking Nerf Blaster with increased range, projectile speed, and firing capacity. Luke Goodman—better known on YouTube as “Out of Darts”—guides readers through the basics of Nerf's two main propulsion systems and provides simple mods that kids and their parents can make to their foam blasters. Nerf Blasters, first introduced in the 1980s, are experiencing a Renaissance! Nerf Blasters are back to being one of the hottest toys on the market and have spawned a YouTube phenomenon of DIYers showing off the modifications and tweaks they've made to their blasters. With the modifications detailed in this guide, your Nerf Blaster will not only perform better, but look cooler, too. The guide includes sci-fi, history-, and steampunk-inspired paint jobs. Every project comes with easy-to-follow instructions, which are completely illustrated with step-by-step studio photography; so you'll never get confused. So what are you waiting for? Transform your off-the-rack Nerf Blaster into something awesome!

Introducing the Titanic for KidsThe 'For Kids' series has been produced for children of seven and over. It is the perfect answer to move your child away from simple picture books to start enjoying and learning from more challenging reading material.Every book in the series is an exciting factual story that will boost reading confidence and introduce active and motivating vocabulary.Parental support is necessary to get the best out of the English Reading Tree Series.All of the books are fast-paced and designed to keep children engaged. There is also a fun quiz that can be played to give you an accurate idea of how much he or she has learnt.What people are sayingExcellent book that not only improves reading ability but educates GoodreadsVery well presented and I particularly enjoyed the quiz at the end: Post OnlineSimple, easy to read and full of interesting facts. What more can a parent ask for? : Island EBooks

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler meets The Apothecary in this time-bending mystery from bestselling author Carol Goodman!The day Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, four thirteen-year-olds converge at the Metropolitan Museum of Art where an eccentric curator is seeking four uncommonly brave souls to track down the hidden pages of the Kelmsbury Manuscript, an ancient book of Arthurian legends that lies scattered within the museum's collection, and that holds the key to preventing a second attack on American soil. When Madge, Joe, Kiku, and Walt agree to help, they have no idea that the Kelmsbury is already working its magic on them. But they begin to develop extraordinary powers and experience the feelings of King Arthur, Queen Guinevere, Morgan le Fay, and Lancelot: courage, friendship, love...and betrayal. Are they playing out a legend that's already been lived, over and over, across the ages? Or can the Metropolitans forge their own story?

Introducing: UFO Mysteries for KidsThe English Reading Tree Book 56 This book is aimed at children aged eight and over and is part of the English Reading Tree Series (number 56). It is a perfect tool to get young learners into the habit of reading. UFOs have been around since ancient times and this book takes a look at all of the facts and trivia in some of the most famous encounters throughout history. From Stonehenge to Area 51, and from UFO sightings to Alien abductions, this is a must read for curious young minds. UFO Mysteries for Kids has been written to entertain and educate. It is packed with information and trivia and has images that bring the topic alive.There is a quiz at the beginning and end to test how much has been learned.What people are saying about the English Reading TreeGoodreadsExcellent books that not only improve reading ability but educate.Post OnlineVery well presented and I particularly enjoyed the quiz at the end.Island EBooksSimple, easy to read and full of interesting facts. What more can a parent ask? Online ReviewWith less emphasis on pictures and more emphasis on reading and developing initial reading vocabulary, this series will capture most kid's imagination and encourage them to read more. The large print makes the reading more inviting. Parental assistance will be needed to help with new words or the meaning.

He couldn’t run anymore. He was just too tired. And the undead were getting closer. He wondered how long he could survive in the desert heat? His only hope for being found was a woman from halfway across the country and her uniquely talented dog, Murder. For Angie Graves, hunting the dead was nothing new. She’d hunted them from the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the bayous of Houston. But this vast national park the size of Rhode Island? The task seemed impossible. The scents were vanishing. Could Murder find the undead in time? Could she trust her dog?+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + Trivia about Dead Dog:-This book was inspired by my encounter with a dead dog while I was on a walk at Christmas time.-Also, my dog was getting older, and I was starting to think about what happens to dogs when they die and to the people they know. He has passed away since.-An early scene where Angie and the other searchers are working through heavy brush was inspired by search training I have done in the Houston area. As most SAR volunteers know too well, the brush in the Houston area gets really thick, and the thorns can get nasty. Wild pigs are a dangerous nuisance and something every SAR worker is aware of if they come from that part of Texas.-The winding drive to get to incident command was inspired by an actual search.-The friction between teams is also partially inspired by teams in Houston. We are all big hearted people devoted to finding lost people, and sometimes our approach philosophies can cause us to have to reconsider our priorities, but everyone I have worked with has been very professional and focused. The part where a search is interrupted by untrained search and rescue volunteers on ATVs was also inspired by actual events.-I got the idea for the construction company search because Mojo and I participated in several training sessions in a construction company’s lot. -I decided to set the mystery in Big Bend National Park because I had recently camped a week in Big Bend National Park and fell in love with its solitude. I immediately envisioned a long, multi-day tracking a lost person throughout the enormous park. Some of the trails and areas I have visited, such as the Dagger Flats trail and Mule Ears, enter directly into the story. At Dagger Flats, there really is this giant forest of yucca, which gives off an alien landscape vibe. You should visit this park.-There is a history of ghosts in the Big Bend area, and ghosts are associated with The Wild Hunt. The Wild Hunt is a European folk myth tradition involving a ghostly or supernatural group of huntsmen passing in wild pursuit. The hunters are often the dead, sometimes an unidentified spirit or lost soul. Seeing the Wild Hunt was thought to presage some catastrophe such as war or plague, or at best the death of the one who witnessed it.-Some character names in the series are taken from Texas towns because I enjoy weekend trips through small Texas towns.

"Have you ever wished you could grow mangoes, coffee, oranges and other delicious tropical plants… but find yourself limited by a less-than-tropical climate? If you long for Key lime pies at Christmas, or homegrown bananas at breakfast, you’re not alone! Expert gardener and mad scientist David The Good fought for years to figure out how grow tropical plants hundreds of miles outside their natural climate range… and he succeeded! In PUSH THE ZONE: The Good Guide to Growing Tropical Plants Beyond the Tropics, David the Good shares his successes and failures in expanding plant ranges, and equips you with the knowledge you need to add a growing zone or two to your own backyard. Based on original research done in North Florida, PUSH THE ZONE is useful for northern gardeners as well. Discover microclimates in your yard, use the thermal mass of walls to grow impossible plants and uncover growing secrets that will change your entire view of what can grow where!" Featuring a foreword by Dr. David Francko, the author of PALMS WON'T GROW HERE AND OTHER MYTHS.

"I bought a copy for my friend's daughter and she LOVED it! There are strong, smart female characters, the book is well paced and well written, and most importantly, it's FUN to read!"-Amazon Customer, 5 Star Review"My 9 y.o. is a reluctant reader. I always have to start a series out by reading with him. After we finished the 1st chapter, he said: 'Mom, I want to be a ninja!!' That was last night. This evening he ran up to me and said: 'I just finished the whole book!! I love it. VERY MUCH!!!'-Amazon Customer, 5 Star ReviewSECRET MISSIONS. SPIN KICKS. SINISTER GHOSTS.Thirteen-year-old Agent Darcy is one of the top students at the Bureau of Sneakery, where there are three rules every agent must follow: never make friends with an outsider, never speak of the Bureau, and never reveal your real name. Lately, Darcy has hit a rough patch: her rival, Agent Serena, keeps outdoing her. If things keep going this way, Darcy is convinced that no one will ever assign her a real mission.Ninja Steve’s city, Ninjastoria, is the home of sword fights, throwing stars, and Tae Kwon Donuts. Unlike his genius older sister, twelve year-old Steve isn’t the best ninja student. He’d rather be swinging a sword instead of taking notes in class. Steve, however, is about to learn that being a true ninja means far more than being able to use a sword.When Darcy is sent to Ninjastoria as an exchange student, it will turn both of their lives upside-down and raise all kinds of questions:What do the mecha-moles want? Who is the man in the gray mask? What do ninjas eat for lunch? And why are there tiger stripes all over the cover of this book?Time to read and find out!

Introducing: Key Events that Created AmericaThe English Reading Tree Book 50 This book is aimed at children aged ten and over and is part of the English Reading Tree Series (number 50). It is a perfect tool to get children into the habit of reading. This is a condensed history of some of the key events that have created the USA, as we know it today. From Vikings landing in 1000 A.D to the Twin Towers attack in 2001, this is essential reading for young adults. Key Events that Created America has been written to entertain and educate. It is packed with information and trivia and has lots of authentic pictures that bring the topic alive.There is a quiz at the beginning and end to test how much has been learned.What people are saying about the English Reading TreeGoodreadsExcellent books that not only improve reading ability but educate.Post OnlineVery well presented and I particularly enjoyed the quiz at the end.Island EBooksSimple, easy to read and full of interesting facts. What more can a parent ask? Online ReviewWith less emphasis on pictures and more emphasis on reading and developing initial reading vocabulary, this series will capture most kid's imagination and encourage them to read more. The large print makes the reading more inviting. Parental assistance will be needed to help with new words or the meaning.

Introducing: World War Two Explained for Kids The 'For Kids' series has been produced for children of seven and over. It is the perfect answer to move your child away from simple picture books to start enjoying and learning from more challenging reading material.Every book in the series is an exciting story that will boost reading confidence and introduce active and motivating vocabulary.Parental support is necessary to get the best out of the English Reading Tree Series.This is a crossover between picture books and chapter books. There are some images, but it has been written for the child to focus on words and their meaning.All of the books are fast-paced to keep children engaged. There is also a fun quiz that can be played to give you an accurate idea of how much he or she has learned.What people are saying about the English Reading TreeExcellent books that not only improve reading ability but educate: GoodreadsVery well presented and I particularly enjoy the quiz at the end: Post OnlineSimple, easy to read and full of interesting facts. What more can a parent ask? Island EBooksThe English Reading Tree is a series of Children’s books that have been written to educate and entertain.