Books with author Kate Chester

Alex and Zach are two 12 year old boys about to enter middle school. They have been friends since Kindergarten but are drifting apart as they reach adolescence. Alex asks Zach to go to the comic book store together on a rainy day before the start of the school year. As the storm subsides the boys splash in puddles on their way home until Zach jumps into a large, electric blue puddle and sinks from sight. Alex jumps in after to help his friend and both find themselves in a new world, Ethuria, ruled by large talking rodents. Bushy leader of the rodents and was raised by rats. Bushy has taken over the city of Ethuria where buildings are made from the gold mined by moles in the distant hills. Alex and Zach need to get back home, but until they can do that they reside with the Puddle Jumpers; a group of kids who Jump between worlds in order to take what they need to survive. Malcolm, the leader, welcomes them into the Puddle Jumper’s home, but also chooses who Jumps and who doesn't. Alex and Zach, along with some friends they make along the way, need to work together in their effort to make changes and get back home.

If 11-year-old tomboy Scar had three wishes, she’d wish that she didn’t cry so much, that she had a mountain of candy, and that she could be a werewolf. It’s no secret that she loves animals and wishes she could be one. One day she rescues a hurt bird that not only talks, but has a magic power. Soon Scar meets a talking invisible dog named Dusty, and a group of magic animals led by a cat named Miu. Miu offers to give Scar and her brother magic powers, but Miu betrays them and turns her brother into a cat instead.Since Scar’s parents don’t believe that the new orange kitten hanging around is their son, it’s up to Scar and Dusty to save him. Dusty helps Scar get her own magic power, but with the cat army growing stronger by the day, it will take all their resources to save her brother before it’s too late.

Alex and Zach are two 12 year old boys about to enter middle school. They have been friends since Kindergarten but are drifting apart as they reach adolescence. Alex asks Zach to go to the comic book store together on a rainy day before the start of the school year. As the storm subsides the boys splash in puddles on their way home until Zach jumps into a large, electric blue puddle and sinks from sight. Alex jumps in after to help his friend and both find themselves in a new world, Ethuria, ruled by large talking rodents. Bushy leader of the rodents and was raised by rats. Bushy has taken over the city of Ethuria where buildings are made from the gold mined by moles in the distant hills. Alex and Zach need to get back home, but until they can do that they reside with the Puddle Jumpers; a group of kids who Jump between worlds in order to take what they need to survive. Malcolm, the leader, welcomes them into the Puddle Jumper’s home, but also chooses who Jumps and who doesn't. Alex and Zach, along with some friends they make along the way, need to work together in their effort to make changes and get back home.

This charming colouring book is the perfect gift for any girl who delights in detail. Girls can add their own colouring touch to marvelously miniature dolls' houses in all shapes and sizes. From furniture and wallpaper, to curtains and decorations, there is something inside for everyone. The partially coloured pages are visually stunning, and just asking to be completed.

Capturing creativity on paper is one of the most satisfying pastimes but it can also be one of the trickiest! This accessible guide to drawing introduces readers to the basic skills theyll need to master this timeless art form. Simple step-by-step instructions accompanied by illustrations ensure readers will have fun as they explore this invigorating hobby. As they gain confidence, cool tips encourage readers to channel their creativity. Readers will feel empowered as they create drawings, learning new techniques with each piece. This comprehensive introduction to a high-interest topic will be a popular addition to any library.

If 11-year-old tomboy Scar had three wishes, she’d wish that she didn’t cry so much, that she had a mountain of candy, and that she could be a werewolf. It’s no secret that she loves animals and wishes she could be one. One day she rescues a hurt bird that not only talks, but has a magic power. Soon Scar meets a talking invisible dog named Dusty, and a group of magic animals led by a cat named Miu. Miu offers to give Scar and her brother magic powers, but Miu betrays them and turns her brother into a cat instead. Since Scar’s parents don’t believe that the new orange kitten hanging around is their son, it’s up to Scar and Dusty to save him. Dusty helps Scar get her own magic power, but with the cat army growing stronger by the day, it will take all their resources to save her brother before it’s too late.