Books with author Katie John

Need the perfect gift for a friend, mother or sister? Want to hear some words of wisdom from some of histories greatest women? This stunning little book gives you a glimpse of strong, independent women from all four corners of the globe. It’s kid friendly and has a mix of different ages, races and backgrounds so you’ll read a diverse range of biographies and quotes designed to inspire, empower, and motivate you. Their timeless wisdom and advice have helped countless people follow their dreams and stand in the face of adversity, just like all of these women themselves did in their own lives.From war fighters and poets to mathematicians to volcanologists, there’s a bit of everything for everyone. Some of the greats include:Mother Theresa - “If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.”Anne Frank - “What a wonderful thought it is that some of the best days of our lives haven’t even happened yet.”Princess Diana - “I don't go by the rule book... I lead from the heart, not the head.”Whether you’re looking to empower yourself or someone else, these powerful quotes and life lessons will doubtlessly give you the motivation you need to strive forward with life, stand tall in the face of obstacles, and achieve your dreams.What’re you waiting for? Come on in and discover 100 powerful and inspirational quotes from some of history’s most incredible women. Scroll up and click the ‘Add to cart’ button to be inspired today!

From internationally bestselling Young Adult author, Katie M. John, comes the second instalment in her new magical paranormal romance novella series. Be transported to the spellbinding world of the last surviving Viking clan. ASTRID NORDSKOV: VIKING. VAMPIRESS. WOLF-PRINCESS. WARRIOR. Disobeying my father, our Chief, is not something I want to do, but what choice do I have? An innocent man is condemned to die and I have the power to stop it. I think. I hope.With my powers rising, with my world expanding, and my heart teaching my head that love is also a weapon, I am preparing to prove myself worthy, and save our clan from a terrible darkness that might destroy us once and for all. But first, I have to discover the true extent of my powers, and my time at Bathory Academy, School of Vampires, is providing me with the perfect education, even if I don't exactly like what I'm learning. *In this second companion novella series to Bathory Academy, Astrid Nordskov finds herself caught between the worlds of Bathory Academy and all its magical revelations, and the duty of home, back in the wilds of Denmark. With northern magic, Norse folklore, Vikings, shifters and vampires, The Wolf Princess series can be read as a series in its own right or alternated with the books of Bathory Academy for a fully immersive experience. Please note that these are half novels approx 22-27k long novellas. There is some mature Young Adult Content.

When close friends May and Tom take a walk through the snow covered woods, May has no idea how truly magical, and dangerous, things are about to get.When she wakes up badly injured in lavish but unfamiliar surroundings, she begins to understand that nothing is once what it was - and sometimes, as beautiful as the snow can be, it can be cruel.Finding herself trapped in a terrible fairy tale, May must find a way to get home before she is trapped there forever.READERS' NOTES. Please note that this is a novella of 30,000 words.

An Ancient Legend. A Modern Love Story. When seventeen-year-old Mina Singer's quiet life is turned upside down by the arrival of the enigmatic Blake Beldevier, she finds herself catapulted into a world she believed only existed in fairy tales. Only fairy tales aren't for children, and when the wickedest witch of all, Morgan Le Fay, wants your boyfriend's heart for herself, Mina realises that being part of an ancient prophesy isn't quite like in the movies. An epic-scale contemporary Arthurian romance and adventure series that takes the reader from the rugged, wild coasts of Cornwall, to the hot sandy temples of Egypt, the cold mountains of Switzerland, and the magical forests of Brittany. Blending grail myths, Knights Templar, Egyptology, and European fairy tales.

She must break the curse or never get home.Kidnapped from the real world and gifted to a cursed prince in a strange fairy-tale realm, seventeen-year-old Neve soon discovers wickedness has no bounds, and desperate people will go to any lengths to ensure their own survival. Held prisoner in a castle, surrounded by wolf infested woods, and a population grown cold hearted with the endless winter, Neve must find a way to escape back to her own world before she is drawn deeper into Queen Morag's dark web of evil intentions. There is only one person who can possibly help her find her way home. Stag, the Queen's Woodsman, and expert wolf slayer. But can Neve trust him when the line between monsters and men is so fine?READERS' NOTE: The Seasons' Fairy Tales are a collection of novellas (between 20-30k words) They can be read in any order and are all stand alone stories in the collection.

A SWEET CHRISTMAS ROMANCE TO WARM YOUR HEART. High school dating, prom committees, and the popularity ladder are all hard enough to navigate when you're sixteen years old, but throw in some funky Autism and general geekdom and the game of life plays to a whole different set of rules. Lara has never quite found her place, that was until she began volunteering at the local animal rescue shelter. But with Christmas approaching, the shelter faces its hardest winter yet and it might be that both Lara and the collection of abandoned animals find themselves with nowhere to call home. And if that wasn't anxiety inducing enough, The Winter Prom is just around the corner and Lara finds herself suddenly with a prom date she has no idea what to do with; even though she's dedicated quite a bit of time studying the perfect High School romance between the beautiful Madison Green and drop dead gorgeous Mason Jonas. But a girl like Lara could never get a boy like Mason Jonas, could she? ***NOTES: 50% of the profits from all sales and downloads of this Christmas romance novella are going towards an 'Autism and Girls' project; providing educational material, research and sensory resources to schools in the authors' local community.

From bestselling UK Young Adult Author, Katie M. John, this emotional contemporary retelling of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' is perfect for fans of Jenny Han, John Green, Sarah Dessen and Stephanie Perkins.Seventeen-year-old Ophelia is not only an artist, high-achiever and outcast, but she juggles her A-Levels and ambitions with being a young carer for her bi-polar mother. She is also in love with Malachi Stone: Mathematical genius, poet, swimmer, and narcissist. Drawn together by their own increasingly complex lives, they begin an all consuming relationship of love and rejection. With his mother’s over hasty marriage to his uncle, Malachi’s world turns on a spindle, and his previously charmed life is invaded by a terrible shadow. Only Ophelia can offer him hope of salvation.

A Romeo & Juliet tale for our times. A bitter-sweet, romantic tragedy for fans of John Green, Rainbow Rowell, and E. Lockhart. A story of broken families, bullying, street art, social anarchy, poetry, and Shakespeare. What would you do if were accused of trying to murder your best friend? For sixteen-year-old Juliet, all the certainties of the world collapse when she is accused of trying to kill her best friend. For as long as Juliet can remember, Amber has been in her life; the sister she never had, the only friend she could truly trust – but with Amber’s accident comes a devastating revelation, which might just be motive enough for Juliet to want Amber dead. With her family and college life breaking down around her, Juliet turns to Rafe; the boy she met at a party just a few weeks ago. Together, they brave the turbulence of the encroaching adult world, finding love amongst the broken pieces of their lives. However, the cruel twists and turns of fate, soon call time on their budding romance, forcing both of them to make decisions they’ll come to regret. “Get the tissues ready, I guarantee this novel will punch you in the gut and make you cry.”“The lives of Juliet and Rafe are like an unfolding car crash, which you just can’t pull your eyes away from.”“Woven throughout all the sadness, there is this ribbon of hope that keeps you reading through the night.”

An Ancient Legend. A Modern Love Story. For seventeen-year-old college student Mina Singer, falling for the handsome new boy at college was never part of the life plan. Especially not one as odd and mysterious as Blake Beldevier. With his out of time chivalry and his over-serious face, Mina finds herself inexplicably drawn to him, and his deadly secrets. The further she ventures into the forest to discover more about Blake’s true identity, the deeper she is pulled into a world she thought only existed in fairy tales. A world where magic and evil still co-exist, and where a terrible game of hearts with Morgan Le Fay is about to begin. In the Realm, life and death are all a matter of the choices that are made.

She may be beautiful, but she’s deadly.The enigmatic Evangeline Valentine likes to collect rare and supernatural creatures, but her desire to find unique acts for her theatre show has grown into a dangerous and deadly obsession.Now, her attention has turned to Kaspian Blackthorne, who having just celebrated his eighteenth birthday in a wild and hedonistic journey into the bohemian labyrinth of London’s theatre land, has discovered a devastating secret about his own true identity. It is a secret Evangeline Valentine is happy to kill for.But when a series of terrifying paranormal murders take place in London’s West End, Kaspian is not the only one who finds himself entangled in Evangeline’s wicked web of cruel intentions. The young and idealistic Inspector Steptree is forced to re-evaluate everything he ever believed was unreal. If he doesn't accept that magic exists, it might just cost him everything.‘Beautiful Freaks’ promises an enchanting and darkling adventure back in time to the bohemian and gothic world of Victorian London; with echoes of the works of Wilde, Shelley, Doyle and Stoker, the love story of Kaspian and Evangeline is just one of many captivating strands in this epic 120k word paranormal mystery romance.***Katie M. John is the award winning and internationally bestselling author of ‘The Knight Trilogy’ and ‘The Meadowsweet Chronicles’. She has won numerous accolades such as Critic’s Choice at the Kindle Book Review, and Reader’s favourite at UTOPiA. She was also recently shortlisted for Book of The Year at 'Books Go Social'.Known for her enchanting, darkling worlds and loveable antiheroes, Katie’s works are ideal for readers of Cassandra Clare, Holly Black, CJ Redwine and Sarah J. Maas and fans of the television series, Penny Dreadful.