Books with author John Matthew

Henry Hunter’s friend Charlie is desperate for help. His parents have gone missing in the Caribbean Ocean, and no one will believe him that something sinister is afoot. Henry and his sidekick Dolf are on the case!The only lead Henry and Dolf have is the sighting of a ghostly galleon and a huge tentacle of mist. Exploring the local pirate history and myths, Henry and Dolf uncover a cursed crew of pirates, led by no other than the deadly Edward Teach—Blackbeard himself. But what's keeping the pirates sailing beyond their deaths? And how and why are they building a crew of live prisoners? It's up to Henry and Dolf to survive monster waves and befriend a crazy local seadog to solve the mystery and put the pirates back in their watery graves!Discover the ghostly world of the paranormal through the eyes of our spooked narrator as he tags along on the second adventure in the Henry Hunter series!

Exploring the skies is easy when you have an airport nearby. This book takes an exciting look at the world of plane travel, taking young readers on an exhilarating journey through the air, from the inside of a plane. Whether a small private plane at a local airport or a massive jet taking hundreds of people from city to city, full-color photographs and accessible text explain the rules of the skies to early readers with ease.

The parents of a friend of Henry's have gone missing—disappeared from the very deck of their boat in the Caribbean. The only lead Henry and Dolf have is the sighting of a ghostly galleon and a huge tentacle of mist. Exploring the local pirate history and myths, Henry and Dolf uncover a cursed crew of pirates, led by no other than the deadly Edward Teach—Blackbeard himself. But what's keeping the pirates sailing beyond their deaths? And how and why are they building a crew of live prisoners? It's up to Henry and Dolf to survive monster waves and befriend a crazy local seadog to solve the mystery and put the pirates back in their watery graves!

The next great fantasy epic is here! For fans of Ranger's Apprentice and The Chronicles of Narnia. Everyone in Moorvale believes the legend: The brave knight Tristan and the famed wizard Vithric, in an epic battle decades ago, had defeated the evil Nethergrim and his minions. To this day, songs are sung and festivals held in the heroes' honor. Yet now something dark has crept over the village. First animals disappear, their only remains a pile of bones licked clean. Then something worse: children disappear. The whispers begin quietly yet soon turn into a shout: The Nethergrim has returned! Edmund’s brother is one of the missing, and Edmund knows he must do something to save his life. But what? Though a student of magic, he struggles to cast even the simplest spell. Still, he and his friends swallow their fear and set out to battle an ancient evil whose powers none of them can imagine. They will need to come together--and work apart--in ways that will test every ounce of resolve. In a story reminiscent of the Ranger’s Apprentice epic and The Chronicles of Narnia, Matthew Jobin weaves reality, magic, and adventure into the next great fantasy phenomenon.Praise for THE NETHERGRIM“This series starter is reminiscent of epic fantasy series such as C.S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia or J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. The characters are strongly drawn and . . . [t]here is a compelling blend of magic, romance, looming evil, and noble sacrifice.--VOYA“The Nethergrim reminded me of a cross between The Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. . . I would really like to see this one on the big screen.” –Brodart’s Library Services"Entertainingly told with many unique features, The Nethergrim reads like a classic.” –Recommended by Richard C., Powells.com [Staff Pick at Powell’s Books]“I’d go ahead and say everything about this book screams BLOCKBUSTER FILM.”—The Social Potato Reviews"Riveting. Perfect for imaginative middle-grade readers craving a hearty magical adventure."--Booklist"Fantasy fans will find much to enjoy in this elegant gem of a novel."--BCCB"First in a planned trilogy, this is a solid debut for anthropologist Jobin, who steers clear of genre cliches while offering up a refreshingly metaphysical take on magic, a believably dark setting filled with unusual threats, and a seductive and manipulative villain."--Publishers Weekly

The giraffe is the world's tallest animal and also one of the most unusual with its long legs and neck.Giraffes are only found in Africa, although millions of years ago they were found on other continents too.Deborah Sykes brings you a comprehensive list of facts about giraffes, including behavior, anatomy and the food they eat.Reading a long book can often be overwhelming for a young person, but Sykes gives you important and interesting facts about the giraffe in 51 easy to understand segments with many illustrations.We hope the facts in our book will fascinate you and encourage you to find out more about these remarkable animals.This book is suitable for the age of 8 and above.Chapters:* Introduction* Evolution and History* Anatomy* Habitat* Senses* Feeding & Drinking* Behavior* Baby Giraffes* Movement* Assorted Giraffe Facts

Tomatoes, noodles, Parmesan cheese . . . its time to take a ravenous bite out of Italy! In this book, mouthwatering photos of Italys most beloved foods accompany the reader on their journey through the countrys diverse regions. Italys history, natural resources, and culture are highlighted through the tale of the first modern pizza, the origin of biscotti, and many more morsels of information. Young cooks will enjoy making their own Italian pasta using a recipe provided in the book.

When schoolboy super-sleuth Henry Hunter uncovers a clue about the legendary Beast of Snagov, the origin of all vampires, he and friend Dolf travel to Whitby and Romania on its trail. Unraveling clues from Bram Stoker's Dracula, and the legend of Vlad the Impaler, they encounter Dracula's daughter Bella Dracula. But is she a friend or a foe? And, can the trio evade the sinister forces that are tracking their every move, intent on releasing the Beast from its underground tomb?

At last the ultimate book of pirates is here! Inside is the stuff of legend, where tales of adventure and intrigue are written in blood. Read about Blackbeard and Captain Kidd. Learn about walking the plank and buried treasure. Discover what was like aboard a pirate ship -- from a pirate's strict code of conduct to the punishments that awaited those that broke them. All the intrigue, adventure, and grizzly details are brought to life in this lavish hardcover package jam packed with fact and fiction, pirate lore, and amazing memorabilia, including: a booklet of pirate slang a genuine advertisement to recruit pirates a booklet of pirate biographies a letter from William the III to Captain Kidd a pullout featuring pirate weapons a treasure map a wanted poster for Blackbeard sample playing cards as well as flaps and fold outs galore!