Books with author Ian Richards

Stu Truly is the coming-of-age story of 12-year-old Stu as he struggles to navigate the murky waters of adolescence when he finds himself living a lie---that seems to be growing beyond his control---to impress the new girl in school, now available in paperback!When Stuart Cornelius Truly first sets eyes on the new girl, Becca, he staples his finger to his seventh-grade history assignment. The second time he sees her, he coughs up a bite of her lunch---a vegetarian roasted pepper sandwich---all over her sweater, and promptly lies, claiming that he, too, is a vegetarian. Their third encounter goes more smoothly, but Stu's lie turns out to be harder to keep than he expected, especially since his family owns a butcher shop.In this hilarious, heartwarming, contemporary middle grade novel, Stu suddenly begins to realize the opposite sex exists (and isn't so bad, after all!). Can Stu learn to successfully navigate old friends, new crushes, and horror-filled school dances, or will his lie, intended to impress his crush, cause his world to fall apart?

All three of these short-reads are in this serial boxed-set, at a huge discount!This is a cozy mystery serial. Snarky & young at heart. I've taken license with the tech stuff to make it fun to read. Book One: The Carrigan PaintingSandra silently struggled not to think of the latest murder at the hands of the ancient dagger.It won’t be me. I’ll not be the next curator to die.***In this short-reads cozy mystery serial, Curators at the infamous Billamore Hall Museum and Art Gallery are being mysteriously murdered, and now no one will accept the job... except Sandra Peterson.The cozy Massachusetts town of Billamore has been home to the infamous Hall for over 200 years. Renowned for its rare and somewhat macabre collections, being curator there has been a life-long dream for the intelligent, level-headed Sandra.But, when Sandra discovers a hidden painting in the museum, a shocking secret is revealed, drawing her deep into a world of intrigue she never knew existed.What is so powerful about an obscure painting that has lain hidden for over a hundred and fifty years? And why does it affect Sandra so personally?She has now become the next target of the unknown assassin. And all her answers lie in the past.Book Two: The Hidden KeyAn ancient myth haunts a wealthy family…Will one brave woman also die revealing the truth?In the depths beneath Billamore Hall lay the remnants of a secret that built a town. Can a centuries old truth, still threaten murder to any in its path?After the successful Gala, Sandra gets back to the business of being the Curator of Billamore Hall. But, mysterious noises underneath the Hall itself, draw Sandra into a treacherous plot she never could have imagined.Danger will strike and take its toll, desperately trying to stop Sandra from revealing a treasure and finding the fabled key.Will time work in her favor? Or will the age-old legend be lost to its own dark past?Book Three: The Lost BillamoreThe Billamore treasure carries more than wealth.Will it be death? Or life?In this final episode, Sandra learns the true identity of Annabel’s descendants. But the birthright of a treasure that will forever change the lives of those around her is at stake.The clues quickly come together, and the passion of a dark heart bent on usurping his ancestor’s past is revealed. Yet, an ancient trait ties the dark hearted to his nemesis, determined to stop him at all costs.Only one of them can win, and whoever does will determine the will of their ancestor’s past and the future of the Billamore treasure.Undaunted, Sandra continues her quest to resolve the mysteries of the Hall. Her life is still at risk and time is running out.Will she ever remember what happened to her that night in the dark?And without that memory will she ever again be safe in Billamore?***Ready for more?Then don’t delay. Get the complete story and find out what happens to Sandra in the Mysteries of Billamore Hall.Scroll to the top and click the “Buy Now” button and get the big discount by purchasing this boxed-set.The complete series is also available in paperback under one cover:Mysteries of Billamore Hall Series, Complete Series Collection, Paperback EditionNote: The author has taken license with the tech stuff to make it fun to read. So, if you're tired of the die-hard blood & guts mystery/thriller, this cozy mystery serial is for you. This is a serial and the books must be read in order.

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?

Oliver’s plan was simple: Get into Satoria Academy, work hard, graduate with good marks, and get into a good university. How hard could that be?But Oliver had no idea what would be waiting for him behind the academy’s doors.Thrust into a world of magic, Oliver must deal not only with the hardships of starting at a new school, but also 2,000 years of stereotype and persecution between the magical world and the mundane one. Making matters worse is Rory, who has taken a particular dislike to Oliver. While Rory works to get Oliver thrown out of Satoria, Oliver must also contend with strange creatures, training and battles, all while figuring out how to reconcile his new life with his old, and keep the truth about Satoria a secret from his friends and family.Can Oliver overcome two millennia of bias, hold his secrets, and survive the semester? Follow Oliver as he explores this new world, makes new friends and new enemies, and discovers the secret about what stalks the halls of Satoria Castle.

Stu Truly is the coming-of-age story of 12-year-old Stu as he struggles to navigate the murky waters of adolescence when he finds himself living a lie-that seems to be growing beyond his control-to impress the new girl in school.When Stuart Cornelius Truly first sets eyes on the new girl, Becca, he staples his finger to his seventh-grade history assignment. The second time he sees her, he coughs up a bite of her lunch-a vegetarian roasted pepper sandwich-all over her sweater, and promptly lies, claiming that he, too, is a vegetarian. Their third encounter goes more smoothly, but Stu's lie turns out to be harder to keep than he expected, especially since his family owns a butcher shop.In this hilarious, heartwarming, contemporary middle grade novel, Stu suddenly begins to realize the opposite sex exists (and isn't so bad, after all!). Can Stu learn to successfully navigate old friends, new crushes, and horror-filled school dances, or will his lie, intended to impress his crush, actually cause his world to fall apart?

Stowaway Tedd is based on the real life adventures of a small teddy bear who appeared, out of the blue, on the stern of the author’s sailing boat, Lady Jane, whilst moored overnight at a marina in Ramsgate, Kent. Stowaway Tedd Goes Sailing sees this charming little character embark on a series of travels and voyages of discovery. Aimed at children between the ages of 3 to 12 years, his first story introduces you to modern day sailing with many of its technical terms, describing and beautifully illustrating an exciting lifestyle in a manner that children and parents can easily relate to.With lots of fun and learning attached, Tedd is a thinking bear who wonders about how things work, what they are and where he is on his travels around the world.

In book one, On a Sea of Lies, Ken Davenport and Drew Pearson embark on a perilous journey inside the Bermuda Triangle in search of a missing airliner. After an intense couple of days, staying one step ahead of death, they manage to escape a mysterious island with Drew’s family and some friends…but clearly they had not ventured far enough away from the alien held atoll. Island of the Missing finds Ken’s party recaptured and once again scrambling for their lives. This time they are being pursued by an angry alien out for blood vengeance, as well as a posse of local henchmen. Along the way, Ken learns of a place called The Forbidden City, where innocent children are being subject to hideous forms of experimentation––some of them being cloned, others worse yet. Meanwhile, an alien spaceship is hurtling toward Earth carrying a couple of beasts feared to be Clastino warriors. When the aliens living on the island learn that a piece of their technology has been stolen from the island, they are forced to assemble a team to retrieve the item before the beasts arrive, or all of them will face fatal consequences.

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.