Books with author Jeff Martin

Growing up, Rosa Parks lived through many injustices. African Americans were "segregated," not allowed to go to the same schools, shop in the same stores, or even drink from the same drinking fountains as whites.Rosa was destined to help change all that.Rosa Park's courage and fearlessness inspired the Civil Rights movement, which gave millions of African Americans greater opportunities in life.This educational children's book reveals:* Why Rosa Parks is so important.* The fateful day that Rosa Parks changed history forever, by her actions on an ordinary city bus.* The hardships and indignities that Rosa had to endure in her life because of the color of her skin- and how she still kept her dignity.* How Rosa Parks' example ignited a movement that changed American history forever.* The important lessons Rosa taught everyone about dignity and courage, even in the face of hatred and discrimination....and much, much more.So scroll back up and download this book so you can discover the amazing life and accomplishments of Rosa Parks.

Harriet Tubman was a courageous and inspiring woman who led hundreds of slaves to freedom in the 1850s and 1850s.She was also a Civil War hero who led raids against the Confederate forces and in the process freed countless slaves from the South.This easy-to-read children's book reveals...* Why Harriet Tubman is so important?* What was Harriet like when she was growing up?* How did Harriet use her ingenuity to free hundreds of slaves?* What was the Underground Railroad and what role did Harriet play in it?* The important lessons we can learn from Harriet Tubman's life....and much, much more!So scroll back up and download this educational and easy-to-read children's biography of Harriet Tubman.

The Fast and the Furious gets a futuristic twist in this action-packed debut!On corporately controlled Castra, rally racing is a high-stakes game that seventeen-year-old Phoebe Van Zant knows all too well. Phee’s legendary racer father disappeared mysteriously, but that hasn't stopped her from speeding headlong into trouble. When she and her best friend, Bear, attract the attention of Charles Benroyal, they are blackmailed into racing for Benroyal Corp, a company that represents everything Phee detests. Worse, Phee risks losing Bear as she falls for Cash, her charming new teammate. But when she discovers that Benroyal is controlling more than a corporation, Phee realizes she has a much bigger role in Castra’s future than she could ever have imagined. It's up to Phee to take Benroyal down. But even with the help of her team, can a street-rat destroy an empire?

Growing up, Martin Luther King, Jr. lived through many injustices. African Americans were "segregated," which means they were not allowed to go to the same schools, shop in the same stores, or even drink from the same drinking fountains as whites.Martin was determined to change that.Thanks to Dr. King's boldness and courage, many unfair laws and traditions were changed, giving millions of African Americans greater opportunities in life.This educational children's book reveals:* Why Martin Luther King, Jr. is so important.* The major Civil Rights events that Martin led of participated in.* The hardships that Dr. King had to endure in his struggle for equal rights.* How Dr. King inspired African Americans to live the American dream.* The important lessons Martin taught everyone about dignity and discipline, even in the face of violence and hatred....and much, much more.So scroll back up and start to discover the amazing life and accomplishments of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mad Max meets Firefly in the exhilarating sequel to the sci-fi novel Tracked Cash, the prince of Bisera and leader of the rebellion, is missing. Phee's uncle James is dead. And Charles Benroyal, once again, is behind it all. Caught between grief, thoughts of revenge, and traumatizing flashbacks of battle, Phee struggles to aid the resistance and prove her worth, even as she attempts to reconcile her growing romantic feelings for Bear with her loyalty to Cash. But when Benroyal's attacks grow bolder, no one is prepared for the sacrifices Phee will have to make to win this war once and for all. With the high-stakes action of The Fast and the Furious, a swoony love triangle, and a wholly original science fiction world, Marked will have your heart racing until its breathless conclusion.

A lethal werewolf bite. A dying vampire girl. Immortal blood is her only salvation.When a werewolf bites a young girl on vampire grounds her twelve-year old brother Dennis and their cousin board a plane to Rome, Italy to search for a mythical serum that, according to legend, could cure her.Chased by an unexpected enemy they flee through dark, narrow alleyways and are kidnapped just as they are about to solve an ancient riddle that can unearth the only vampire who can help.Will the immortal vampire rise? Will they find the cure? Will Denis' sister survive, or is it already too late?"If you're looking for the next kids vampire book that will excite, inspire, and stir all of your emotions, this is it!" - David Aretha, Editor and Best-Selling AuthorImmortal Blood is the first book in a new action-packed Middle Grade urban fantasy adventure series. Imagine Dan Borwn's Angels and Demons for kids - with vampires instead of clergy - where the story is propelled by the spirited dialog between Dennis and his smart and strong-willed cousin Lisa.Pick up Immortal Blood now to discover the new Scrawny Vampire series today!

The Fast and the Furious gets a futuristic twist in this action-packed debut!On corporately controlled Castra, rally racing is a high-stakes game that seventeen-year-old Phoebe Van Zant knows all too well. Phee’s legendary racer father disappeared mysteriously, but that hasn't stopped her from speeding headlong into trouble. When she and her best friend, Bear, attract the attention of Charles Benroyal, they are blackmailed into racing for Benroyal Corp, a company that represents everything Phee detests. Worse, Phee risks losing Bear as she falls for Cash, her charming new teammate. But when she discovers that Benroyal is controlling more than a corporation, Phee realizes she has a much bigger role in Castra’s future than she could ever have imagined. It's up to Phee to take Benroyal down. But even with the help of her team, can a street-rat destroy an empire?

Mad Max meets Firefly in the exhilarating sequel to the sci-fi novel Tracked Cash, the prince of Bisera and leader of the rebellion, is missing. Phee's uncle James is dead. And Charles Benroyal, once again, is behind it all. Caught between grief, thoughts of revenge, and traumatizing flashbacks of battle, Phee struggles to aid the resistance and prove her worth, even as she attempts to reconcile her growing romantic feelings for Bear with her loyalty to Cash. But when Benroyal's attacks grow bolder, no one is prepared for the sacrifices Phee will have to make to win this war once and for all. With the high-stakes action of The Fast and the Furious, a swoony love triangle, and a wholly original science fiction world, Marked will have your heart racing until its breathless conclusion.

Milo has always known he’s different. But as the only fun-loving and cartwheeling sea star in all the sea he was too happy to care. Until he meets Spike the fourth-grade bully. In an instant, Milo’s world changes as he struggles between wanting to fit in with the other sea stars and wanting to continue doing the one thing that brings him joy—cartwheeling. Just as he’s about to decide, a storm separates him from Polly and causes Milo to lose one of his arms. Far from home and everything he has ever known, Milo struggles to come to terms with his injured body. With the help of new friends, teachers, and an entirely new way of seeing the world, Milo has the chance to embrace the new destiny awaiting him—if he can survive.

According to legend, King Solomon's Mines are full of diamonds and riches. You are Allan Quatermain, and you possess an old, unreliable map that may lead to the mines' secret location. Do you have the cunning to survive a quest to find the hidden caves? Or will you be done in by the villains and deadly traps that lie in your path? Step into this interactive book, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else! If you're looking for high-interest middle-grade books, create your own adventure with this Can You Survive? interactive book, based on the timeless classic by H. Rider Haggard.