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Books with author John P. Nichols

  • Puzzled: An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teens

    P.J. Nichols

    eBook (, March 10, 2018)
    Peter, an exceptionally clever junior high school kid, is pulled into an adventure where he and a few friends have to solve a series of very challenging riddles and puzzles. Peter's mind, which has an amazing talent for problem-solving, is needed to save the world.This adventure sure is a big change from what Peter typically deals with in life: He gets called geek and nerd by everyone in the cool group. He tries to hide his love for learning, in a hope to stick out a little less. He fantasizes about a girl who is out of his league.Peter and his friends must solve every confusing riddle and challenging puzzle they face. If they can’t, a powerful supernatural being will cause immense destruction and devastation...Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • Really Puzzled: A children’s mystery adventure - for preteen/teen boys and girls

    P.J. Nichols

    eBook (, Nov. 1, 2019)
    Two years have passed since Peter and his friends went up against Zoltan—a supernatural being—in a battle of minds and wits, with the fate of the Earth on the line.Life is great for Peter now: He and Nicola are still dating. He’s about to start high school, where he will be taking advanced science and math classes.But then, out of nowhere, something happens… Something confusing and terrifying, which has the potential to cause immeasurable destruction. Is Zoltan angry again? Is Peter not living up to his promise? Or… is something else going on?So once again, Peter and his friends’ problem-solving skills are needed. But this time, what they are faced with is way more puzzling, and the stakes are much, much higher.Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • Extremely Puzzled: Mystery adventure books for teens and 9 through 12 year old boys and girls

    P.J. Nichols

    eBook (, April 19, 2020)
    An adventure story series filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teensFall is changing to winter in Clearville, mere months after Peter and his friends went up against their second supernatural adversary.The positives in Peter’s life are adding up: He and Nicola have never been happier. Classes at school are far more interesting than he had anticipated. And Christmas, his favorite time of year, is just around the corner.However, something begins to eat away at Peter’s conscience, and he feels compelled to act. But even when one has only good intentions in mind, unpredictable—or possibly even disastrous—consequences can occur. For the third time in less than three years, Peter and his friends’ talents are put to the test. And anything less than perfection will mean a terrifying, unthinkable, impossible-to-live-with outcome…Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • Puzzled

    P.J. Nichols

    Paperback (Brilliant Owl Press, July 15, 2018)
    An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teensPeter, an exceptionally clever junior high school kid, is pulled into an adventure where he and a few friends have to solve a series of very challenging riddles and puzzles. Peter's mind, which has an amazing talent for problem-solving, is needed to save the world.This adventure sure is a big change from what Peter typically deals with in life: He gets called geek and nerd by everyone in the cool group. He tries to hide his love for learning, in a hope to stick out a little less. He fantasizes about a girl who is out of his league.Peter and his friends must solve every confusing riddle and challenging puzzle they face. If they can’t, a powerful supernatural being will cause immense destruction and devastation...Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
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  • Really Puzzled

    P.J. Nichols

    Paperback (Brilliant Owl Press, Oct. 12, 2019)
    An adventure story series filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teensTwo years have passed since Peter and his friends went up against Zoltan—a supernatural being—in a battle of minds and wits, with the fate of the Earth on the line.Life is great for Peter now: He and Nicola are still dating. He’s about to start high school, where he will be taking advanced science and math classes.But then, out of nowhere, something happens… Something confusing and terrifying, which has the potential to cause immeasurable destruction. Is Zoltan angry again? Is Peter not living up to his promise? Or… is something else going on?So once again, Peter and his friends’ problem-solving skills are needed. But this time, what they are faced with is way more puzzling, and the stakes are much, much higher.Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • The History of the Charlotte Hornets

    John Nichols

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Aug. 1, 2001)
    Features the history of the Charlotte Hornets basketball team, including players Rex Chapman, Kurt Rambis, and Alonzo Mourning.
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  • Extremely Puzzled

    P.J. Nichols

    Paperback (Brilliant Owl Press, April 18, 2020)
    An adventure story series filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teensFall is changing to winter in Clearville, mere months after Peter and his friends went up against their second supernatural adversary.The positives in Peter’s life are adding up: He and Nicola have never been happier. Classes at school are far more interesting than he had anticipated. And Christmas, his favorite time of year, is just around the corner.However, something begins to eat away at Peter’s conscience, and he feels compelled to act. But even when one has only good intentions in mind, unpredictable—or possibly even disastrous—consequences can occur. For the third time in less than three years, Peter and his friends’ talents are put to the test. And anything less than perfection will mean a terrifying, unthinkable, impossible-to-live-with outcome…Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • Puzzled

    P.J. Nichols

    Paperback (Independently published, July 15, 2018)
    An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teensPeter, an exceptionally clever junior high school kid, is pulled into an adventure where he and a few friends have to solve a series of very challenging riddles and puzzles. Peter's mind, which has an amazing talent for problem-solving, is needed to save the world.This adventure sure is a big change from what Peter typically deals with in life: He gets called geek and nerd by everyone in the cool group. He tries to hide his love for learning, in a hope to stick out a little less. He fantasizes about a girl who is out of his league.Peter and his friends must solve every confusing riddle and challenging puzzle they face. If they can’t, a powerful supernatural being will cause immense destruction and devastation...Shelve under:mystery books for teensmystery books for kids 9-12adventure books for teensadventure books for girlsadventure books for boyschapter books for kids age 9-12chapter books for kids age 8-10intermediate readerssolving mysteriessolving riddleskids suspense booksThis book is ideal for fans of:A to Z MysteriesBallpark MysteriesBoxcar ChildrenCaptain UnderpantsCrime TravelersDog ManEncyclopedia BrownEpic ZeroHardy BoysHarry PotterThe Last Kids on EarthTrapped in a Video Game
  • NFL Today: The Story of the Pittsburgh Steelers

    John Nichols

    Paperback (Creative Paperbacks, Feb. 2, 2011)
    "The history of the Pittsburgh Steelers professional football team from its first season as the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1933 to today, spotlighting the team's greatest players and most dramatic moments."--Provided by publisher.
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  • The History of the Colorado Avalanche

    John Nichols

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Provides an overview of the history and key personalities associated with the team that joined the National Hockey League in 1979 as the Quebec Nordiques but won the Stanley Cup after moving to Denver in 1995.
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  • The Story of the Boston Bruins

    John Nichols

    Library Binding (Creative Education, July 1, 2008)
    The history of the Boston Bruins professional hockey team from its first game in 1924 to today, spotlighting the teams greatest players and most dramatic moments.
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  • The History of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays

    John Nichols

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Aug. 1, 2002)
    Hightlights the new major league baseball franchise that began play in Tampa Bay, Florida, in 1998.
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