Books with author John Rogers

Far away in a magical forest where the animals can speak to each other there lives a family of Goats, Mama and Daddy goats and 7 of their kids. This series of tales follows the little goats on various adventures they have in the forest, from dealing with the Big Bad Wolf that lives in the forest to meeting other animals and even some people. My kids loved these stories for years before I wrote them down. I decided to record these stories in print of perhaps other children could enjoy them as well.

Andi has an uncanny ability to remember everything she hears—everything, as long as she concentrates. All she wants to do with her special talent is to attend acting school and become famous. But she’s stuck studying Voidology at Belfore University, and she hates it.Thirty years earlier, two scientists died when they accidentally discovered an extra-dimensional phenomenon and were sucked through a black hole to nowhere. The Void, as it’s known, is the greatest discovery of all time. But despite the billions of dollars spent on research, it remains one of science’s greatest mysteries and biggest disappointments.The Void’s discovery also spawned a dangerous cult of fanatics, and its twisted leader, the Prophet, will stop at nothing to find his salvation inside this other place. When he learns of Andi’s unusual talent, he becomes obsessed with using her to complete his dubious quest. Before she knows it, she’s in his clutches heading for a journey inside the Void. Will Andi be the first to unravel the Void’s secrets or just another victim of a crazy cult?

Jackie’s quest to keep the 2 talismans away from the Dark Hand takes him to Istanbul, Turkey. There, Jade discovers the amazing secret hidden deep within the Sheep Talisman. Then Jackie, Jade, and the Dark Hand converge on the Galapagos Island, where the Rabbit Talisman of speed is located within the shell of a giant tortoise. It’s up to Jackie to save the day and while he’s at it, Jade has to save the Tortoise from becoming somebody's dinner!

Andi has an uncanny ability to remember everything she hears—everything, as long as she concentrates. All she wants to do with her special talent is to attend acting school and become famous. But she’s stuck studying Voidology at Belfore University, and she hates it.Thirty years earlier, two scientists died when they accidentally discovered an extra-dimensional phenomenon and were sucked through a black hole to nowhere. The Void, as it’s known, is the greatest discovery of all time. But despite the billions of dollars spent on research, it remains one of science’s greatest mysteries and biggest disappointments.The Void’s discovery also spawned a dangerous cult of fanatics, and its twisted leader, the Prophet, will stop at nothing to find his salvation inside this other place. When he learns of Andi’s unusual talent, he becomes obsessed with using her to complete his dubious quest. Before she knows it, she’s in his clutches heading for a journey inside the Void. Will Andi be the first to unravel the Void’s secrets or just another victim of a crazy cult?

Ah, the Black Sun Academy. What can I say? I have spent the last three and a half years of my life schooling and training here. To the outside world our school looks like any other typical University. Red brick structure with white trim where appropriate. A college like campus setting with dorms for students and housing for faculty. Within these walls though, lies a secret. This is not your typical high school. Oh no, this is a school that only produces the best of the best-the elite in the witch hunter’s community. Yes, you have read that correctly. Witch hunters! My lineage can be traced back to my great-great, whatever grandfather who was the famous Mathew Hopkins; Witch Finder General. Born during the 1620’s in Great Wenham, Suffolk; England, my grandfather hunted close to 200 witches over the course of three years before laws and restrictions throughout the country began to change. He slowly faded from the lime light but only within the public eye. Amongst our community he was and still is praised for all he accomplished with his stint in history.So of course, my family, including me, Alina Hopkins; rank near the top of the social ladder and very high standards have been set for me to achieve within our community. No pressure, right? Luckily, I have always excelled in all activities I have taken on. When graduation rolls around in 8 months, I will also be the highest ranked female witch hunter trainee to have walked through the doors of the Academy. Making my family proud!Life couldn’t be more perfect. I have the most awesome best friend, Ella. I will be turning 18 soon, graduation just around the corner and parents who love me. What could possibly go wrong… other than EVERYTHING!

The first children's book published by Joel Rogers, "Feathered Friends - an English Adventure" tells the story of 4 birds - Pigeon, Eagle, Owl and Seagull - who decide to go on a 4 day holiday. They agree that they should each have 1 day to show each other their natural habitat. And so the whistle-stop adventure begins - starting with Pigeon's day in Trafalgar Square in London. Seagull is in charge on Day 2 in Brighton, then Eagle takes his friends up to Wild West of the Lake District before Owl really puts on a show to remember in Sherwood Forest. It's been an exhilarating if exhausting 4 day trip and the birds huddle up in their nest at the end of the adventure. But, hang on a minute, who's that eavesdropping from behind a hydrangea?

The magical adventures of Leyla, Horatio, Tundi, Sierra and Shauna: Sarah and Archibald Townson are mum & dad to five adopted children: Shauna,aged 13,Irish born; Leyla,aged 10,Turkish born; Horatio,aged 9,English born; Tundi,aged 6,Nigerian born; and Sierra,aged 5,Spanish born. In the company of their many pets, they get along well as a loving family, until Shauna misbehaves to such a degree as to attract the unwelcome attention of His High Majesty Ree Cluselug, King of The Fairies, who decrees that she must be taken to the Fairyland Torture Dungeon for punishment and a lookalike changeling left in her place. Unfortunately, the two dimwit fairies in charge of the swap, inadvertently kidnap Sierra as well.The changeling, Dylis - accepted as Shauna by the family - is an instant success with the children - not least because of her magical powers - some of which she makes known to them. Their mission to rescue Sierra in which they must brave the dereliction of Crowcall Abbey becomes an adventure in which they are set upon by the witch, Ratstails, and her legion of man-eating crows. Aided in their hour of need by a peculiar-looking bird-watcher named Bradley Adam David Drayton-Yahya, the children, expressing their gratitude, nonetheless worry about the gentleman's disquieting initials.Continuing their search, they arrive at the Fairy Palace - a vast hidden kingdom below ground - where, in the face of extreme danger, they bravely proceed with their efforts to rescue Sierra. They then travel back in time to 1912 Southampton where the children attempt to dissuade the family of a friend from boarding the doomed liner Titanic, and later, in a quest to replenish her dwindling supplies of magic, the changeling must outwit Vrones and Rincasins to gain entry to the well-guarded Antique Alchemy. There, in vats of pure gold, mixtures must be weighed as per precise instructions and carefully stirred with the claw of a Griffin if the changeling is to have any hope of regaining her former capabilities. Behind locked doors, Spark Chambers spiral electric energy to a dragon's brain - the creature's huge bat-like wings, lizard's claws and serpent's barbed tail already in position - its massive body being cloned from the bones of a genetically identical ancestor discovered during excavations in a town's market square. It only awaits an infusion of crocodile blood at the correct temperature, already being prepared in a bubble chamber, to make it the largest manmade dragon ever to terrify the earth! But with conflicting rumours of approaching hostilities between the Underground Fairies and their old enemy, the Elves of lonely Rombald's Moor, the questions might be asked, was the dragon being made to order, and if so, whose order? And what role, if any, would the changeling and her trusted companions, the children, play in the coming battle?

Join with the children, Horatio, Leyla, Sierra and Tundi and travel to Fairyland in the company of a Fairy Princess, on a mission to warn the Fairy King that his kingdom is about to be attacked by an army of Elves - cunningly disguised as a troupe of circus performers. Journey through a magical land of fairies, elves, witches and giants; explore the Enchanted Forest where a mystical unicorn battles with evil hobgoblins; beware Mad Hannah the Witch of the Wood. Help save Tundi from the horse-drawn Coach of Death as it gallops headlong for Bloodthirsty Castle. Go to the aid of the changeling held captive on a Ghost Ship. Ride the two-headed Dragon as it dives to the attack in The War of the Elves.