Books with author J Stephens

Shane, Amanda, Drake and Marsha are four friends, all aged eight. They are full of energy and enthusiasm and are always on the lookout for adventure. When their parents take them camping to a site close to a forest, the children sneak into the forest, eager to explore it and hoping to encounter adventure. The children come across many hidden perils in the forest, but their strong bond and team work help them to overcome obstacles. It’s a fun filled captivating story which all kids could relate to and enjoy reading.

Dockula, the aquatic nibbler; Skeeterman, the campground creep; and Spook Ook, the attic thumper: these and other creatures lurk on the pages of this quirky how-to. And they’ll reach out and grab kids, “drawing” them into the world of monster art. There’s a ton of great information here on creating weird eyes, strange skin textures, bizarre legs and arms, and a host of creepy facial features so kids can create their very own monsters. See how to add extra limbs, tails, horns, wings, scales, and other effects too! It won’t be long before a gallery of fleshed-out monsters have come alive.

When a crock of gold belonging to the leprechauns of Gort na Cloca disappears, strange things begin to happen. Brigid and Seumas, the children of Philosopher and the Thin Woman of Inis Magrath are kidnapped; and even more unusual, the ancient god Pam is seen playing in the fields!Attempting to find his children, the Philosopher undertakes a journey to seek the help of the mighty and mysterious god Angus Og. The journey abounds in fantastic adventures and weird sights, culminating in a great gathering of the clans and fairy creatures. There, Angus and a merry multitude of gods bring happiness once again to the folk of the enchanted countryside.This delightful and unique fantasy established the reputation of the noted Irish poet and novelist James Stephens. Brimming with good humor, whimsy, and charm — along with a few serious observations that in no way detract from the story's magical qualities — The Crock of Gold is a wise and beautiful fairy tale for grown-ups. "Full of sympathy and tenderness and sly satire, of merriment and of poetry." — The New York Times. It is a classic of modern fiction that will enchant devotees of Celtic lore and fable lovers of all ages.

Fifteen year old Jane MacLeod thought she had buried the horrors of her past in the peaceful dust of Ironco, Texas. When her past rises once more to haunt her, she is forced to flee back to the place where the nightmares began, in New York City. Attacked by a gang of thugs and left for dead, Jane is saved by a member of an elite group of covert operatives called the Shadow Brigade - all members having long retired from active service. They begin teaching Jane their collective skills, training her to become a lethal assassin. She intends to infiltrate the organization that murdered her family and bring to them the justice they deserve. The plan begins to crumble, and the people closest to Jane fall victim to her enemies. Will she be able to transform into the angel of death before it's too late, or will she lose herself in that transformation forever?

Truly unique, it is a mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the battle of the sexes all with charm, humour and good grace. The Crock of Gold contains 6 books: Book 1 – The Coming of Pan, Book 2 – The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 – The Two Gods, Book 4 – The Philosophers Return, Book 5 – The Policemen, and Book 6 – The Thin Woman's Journey. All rotate around the astonishing story of what happens when Pan shows up in Ireland, what Angus Og does about it, and what becomes of the Daughter of Murrachu who gets caught in between them. A mad-cap quest ensues as fairies, leprechauns and a philosopher being hunted by the police all get involved in the antics of the two gods.

Two wondrous adventures in one special gift set! Called “a new Narnia for the tween set” by the New York Times and perfect for fans of the His Dark Materials series, The Emerald Atlas and The Fire Chronicle brim with humor and action as they chart Kate, Michael, and Emma’s extraordinary adventures through an unforgettable, enchanted world. These three siblings have been in one orphanage after another for the last ten years, passed along like lost baggage. Yet they are more remarkable than they could possibly imagine. Ripped from their parents as babies, they are being protected from a horrible evil of devastating power, an evil they know nothing about. Until now. Before long, Kate, Michael, and Emma are on a journey through time to dangerous and secret corners of the world . . . a journey of allies and enemies, of magic and mayhem. And—if an ancient prophecy is correct—their actions have the power to change history. It is up to them to set things right.

Celebrate Christmas with Marinette and Adrien in this festive leveled reader based on Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, as seen on Disney! Includes a bonus sheet of stickers!Hawk Moth has turned Santa Claus into a supervillain! Can Ladybug and Cat Noir stop him from ruining Christmas before it's too late? Join Marinette and Adrien as they save the day in this festive leveled reader featuring a bonus sheet of stickers! Perfect for gift giving!Passport to Reading: Featuring a winning combination of favorite licensed characters and carefully controlled text -- reading along or reading alone just got more fun with Passport to Reading! All books include a parent letter, word count, Guided Reading level, and number of sight words.Level 2: Reading out Loud: encourages developing readers to sound out loud, includes more complex stories with simple vocabulary.Miraculous(TM) is a trademark of ZAG(TM) - Method(TM).© 2020 ZAGTOON(TM) - METHOD ANIMATION(TM) - TOEI ANIMATION - SAMG - SK BROADBAND - AB INTERNATIONAL - DE AGOSTINI EDITORE S.p.A. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.