Books with author Gloria Richards

Stu Truly has his summer all planned out, and he's anxious to spend time with Becca, the girl who makes his palms sweat and his stomach turn. Will Stu's crush turn into something more?It's the summer before eighth grade, and Stu Truly is enjoying the start of his vacation! His plans consist of playing video games, hanging out with his friends, and, more importantly, hanging out with Becca. But when Stu has a daydream of kissing Becca, he panics. He isn't even sure if he's actually going out with Becca. Sure, they've held hands a couple of times, but that doesn't mean they're going out, does it? When Stu's grandma breaks her hip, his plans are put on hold. Now, he has to help out at her store, Truly Fine Fashions. Unfortunately for Stu, it's a women's clothing store. So he has to balance his summer job and spending time with Becca. This is a hilarious and heartwarming follow-up to the contemporary middle grade novel Stu Truly. Will Stu get his first kiss from the girl who stole his heart?

Nista is born on a world where the dead never stay dead and are a part of everyday life. The docile are called spirits(ghosts) or ghouls(zombies), most are friendly, they play with children and are used as domestic staff. The evil poltergeist are called demons. They soar through the air taking human shape to trick and deceive in order to steal precious human life to live again. Young Nista has such a strong light (life force) that demons constantly show up to wreak havoc wherever she is present. If she were a flame, they would be her moths. Her father sells her out of frustration to an order of demon hunters who train her as a demon warrior. Now, 17 and in love, Nista sets out to rid her world of demons. The price might be too high, but doing nothing is not an option. Whether she lives or dies, demons will rue the day they angered her.Bad attitude, hatred, and strife are great qualities that keep demons alive, but guess what? Nista harbors the same traits and she hates bullies, especially dead ones. If she grasps one and pumps her power into it, it glows as bright as the sun and then pops like a hot air balloon. Nothing gives her greater satisfaction. Demons beware, a demon warrior is coming for you.

Electrifying forces are at work here. Discover the amazing power of electricity with this fun filled kit. Turned On By Electricity explores the mysteries of electricity and comes complete with easy-to-use accessories and a book filled with exciting experiments and activities. Produce sparks in a jar...generate electricity using a lemon...create a working switch...and much more! You're sure to get a charge out of Turned On By Electricity!

Nista is born on a world where the dead never stay dead and are a part of everyday life. The docile are called spirits(ghosts) or ghouls(zombies), most are friendly, they play with children and are used as domestic staff. The evil poltergeist are called demons. They soar through the air taking human shape to trick and deceive in order to steal precious human life to live again. Young Nista has such a strong light (life force) that demons constantly show up to wreak havoc wherever she is present. If she were a flame, they would be her moths. Her father sells her out of frustration to an order of demon hunters who train her as a demon warrior. Now, 17 and in love, Nista sets out to rid her world of demons. The price might be too high, but doing nothing is not an option. Whether she lives or dies, demons will rue the day they angered her. Bad attitude, hatred, and strife are great qualities that keep demons alive, but guess what? Nista harbors the same traits and she hates bullies, especially dead ones. If she grasps one and pumps her power into it, it glows as bright as the sun and then pops like a hot air balloon. Nothing gives her greater satisfaction. Demons beware, a demon warrior is coming for you.