Books with author John Parra

Free Fall is a gripping thriller with just a touch of sci-fi.For ten years the terrorists had carefully planned. They thought that they had planned for everything. They didn’t plan on one small town sheriff, Mathew McKenna. Sheriff McKenna is visiting his niece when he suddenly finds himself in the middle of the worst terrorist attack in history. McKenna will need all his strength and courage to save his niece and the lives of those around him. If he fails, then millions of people will die. Washington is in crises. What can they do? Should they implement the Twenty-Fifth Amendment of the Constitution of the United States making the Vice President the Acting President?Liberty, the first orbital city, is having its 10-year anniversary party! The President of the United States and his family will be attending. Everyone will be there.Washington watches in horror as the terrorist attack unfolds. All options for them are gone. All eyes turn to Sheriff McKenna. He is their only hope.Can Sheriff Mathew McKenna lead a small group of survivors that includes his niece, the First Lady of the United States (who did a tour of combat duty...as a Navy SEAL), and save the city? Can McKenna save the President of the United States? Or will they all die? Will millions of innocent lives be lost? If you love action filled thrillers, then get this novel and join Sheriff Mathew McKenna and an amazing cast of characters, as they fight for each other, fight to save a city, and fight to stay alive.“...this book was excellent, a real page-turner. Well written fun read.” (5-star review).“Started one night late, finished the next morning.” (5-star review). “...the ending is the best ending I have read in a long time. Do yourself a favor and read this book.” (5-star review).

The country of Mexico has long been a popular travel destination. But there's much more to enjoy and appreciate than just sunshine and warm temperatures when exploring this region with its ancient history and proud traditions. Enjoy an A-Z tour of our neighbor to the south in P is for Piñata: A Mexico Alphabet. Young readers can visit the tomb of a Mayan king, experience the life of the vaquero (Mexican cowboy), attend the world-famous Ballet Folklórico de Mèxico, and sample the everyday treat that was once known as the "food of the gods." From folk art to famous people to the original "hot dog," the treasures of Mexico are revealed in P is for Piñata. Vibrant artwork perfectly captures the flavor, texture, and spirit of its landscape and culture.To find recipes, games, interactives maps and much more for this title visit www.discovertheworldbooks.com! Tony Johnston's love for Mexico started when her husband's job took them to Mexico City; they then lived there for fifteen years. While in Mexico, Tony wrote in Spanish and had several stories commissioned by the Mexican government. She has published more than 70 books for children and lives in San Marino, California. Award-winning illustrator and designer John (Juanito) Parra studied at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. His clients include United Airlines, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, PBS, and the L.A. Weekly. John's first children's book was My Name is Gabriela, about the life of the Nobel Prize-winning poet Gabriela Mistral. He lives in New York City.

The country of Mexico has long been a popular travel destination. But there's much more to enjoy and appreciate than just sunshine and warm temperatures when exploring this region with its ancient history and proud traditions. Enjoy an A-Z tour of our neighbor to the south in P is for Piñata: A Mexico Alphabet. Young readers can visit the tomb of a Mayan king, experience the life of the vaquero (Mexican cowboy), attend the world-famous Ballet Folklórico de Mèxico, and sample the everyday treat that was once known as the "food of the gods." From folk art to famous people to the original "hot dog," the treasures of Mexico are revealed in P is for Piñata. Vibrant artwork perfectly captures the flavor, texture, and spirit of its landscape and culture.To find recipes, games, interactives maps and much more for this title visit www.discovertheworldbooks.com! Tony Johnston's love for Mexico started when her husband's job took them to Mexico City; they then lived there for fifteen years. While in Mexico, Tony wrote in Spanish and had several stories commissioned by the Mexican government. She has published more than 70 books for children and lives in San Marino, California. Award-winning illustrator and designer John (Juanito) Parra studied at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. His clients include United Airlines, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, PBS, and the L.A. Weekly. John's first children's book was My Name is Gabriela, about the life of the Nobel Prize-winning poet Gabriela Mistral. He lives in New York City.

Free Fall is an action packed thriller with just a touch of sci fi.“Started one night late, finished the next morning.” (5 star review).For ten years the terrorist had carefully planned. They planned for everything...except for one small town sheriff, Mathew McKenna.Sheriff McKenna is visiting his niece when he suddenly finds himself in the middle of the worst terrorist attack in history. McKenna will need all his strength and courage to save his niece and the lives of those around him. If he fails, then millions of people will die. Washington is in crises. What can they do? Should they implement the Twenty-Fifth Amendment of the Constitution of the United States making the Vice President the Acting President?Liberty, the first orbital city, is having its 10 year anniversary party! The President of the United States and his family will be attending. Everyone will be there.Washington watches in horror as the terrorist attack unfolds. All options for them are gone. All eyes turn to Sheriff McKenna, he is their last hope.Can sheriff Mathew McKenna lead a small group of survivors that includes his niece, the First Lady of the United States (who did a tour of combat duty...as a Navy SEAL), and save the city? Or will they all die, along with millions of other innocent lives? Get this novel now and join sheriff Mathew McKenna and an amazing cast of characters, as they fight for each other, fight to save a city, and fight to stay alive.

Vex is a ten-year-old juvenile delinquent headed toward a life of gangs and crime in the Outer Galaxy. After the death of a good friend, he decides to turn away from gang life and discovers a growing talent for gaming. Despite his poverty and limited education, the ambitious young boy has dreams of winning the premier prize that signifies he's the best gamer in the galaxy, the Super Rumbles Tournament. He knows that his planet's education system is poor and his options are limited. With a mind set on escape, he studies hard for entrance exams to a prestigious boarding school in the Inner Galaxy, which would give him the edge he needs to succeed as a gamer. His ambitions are interrupted when his father is taken into custody and he finds himself an orphan at a group home. His struggle is complicated by the fact that he is being heavily recruited by a violent, criminal gang known as the Tri-Town Boyz. Vex's troubled past as a juvenile criminal and a homeless street kid may derail his future dreams. Will he achieve gaming success? Can he stay out of trouble? Can he overcome his obstacles for a better life or will the pull of the Tri-Town Boyz and gang life be too much?

A story for children, parents and families depicting the real and metaphysical rewards of building extraordinary relationships.Johnny, a troubled boy and victim of taunts from self-centered peers, learns lessons from Manny, an eccentric, old man who mentors him through a dramatic metamorphosis. Through a series of mysterious encounters, their tumultuous yet heart-warming friendship transforms the boy from self-doubting to confident, from panic-stricken to empowered.Manny's maxim is compelling: Some relationships block our personal dreams. Others catapult us to greatness. He conveys this to Johnny in his unique, irrepressible way: "Remember kid. You're only as sane as the people you choose to love."The perplexing character of this wise, aging guru unfolds throughout the story, and the startling truth about him is revealed in the final encounter with Johnny. With Manny at his side, the boy grasps his greatest athletic goal and is simultaneously shaken by a convergence of supernatural events.