Books with author Kem Sawyer -

Loaded with archival photographs and amazing facts, the DK Biography series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters. DK Biography: Harriet Tubman tells the story of the famous abolitionist, from her childhood as a slave on a Maryland plantation, to her dramatic escape, to her tireless work as an organizer of the Underground Railroad. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Tells the incredible story of this courageous young writer. In this groundbreaking new series, DK brings together fresh voices and DK design values to give readers the most information-packed, visually exciting biographies on the market today. Full-color photographs of people, places, and artifacts, definitions of key words, and sidebars on related subjects add dimension and relevance to stories of famous lives that students will love to read.

Tells the incredible story of this courageous young writer. In this groundbreaking new series, DK brings together fresh voices and DK design values to give readers the most information-packed, visually exciting biographies on the market today. Full-color photographs of people, places, and artifacts, definitions of key words, and sidebars on related subjects add dimension and relevance to stories of famous lives that students will love to read.

"M.K. Sawyer immerses you in a world mystery, intrigue, and wild untamed darkness that will keep you guessing until the very end.”-J. Kowallis, author of The Enertia Trials series and Hexen’s CrossThe forest beckons. The Shadow watches. Nolin doesn’t know why her mother is terrified of the forest— only that is has something to do with her, a cold night, a baby crib, and an open window.Nolin struggles to gain the love of her crazed mother, all while grappling with recurring dreams of a twisted, ancient tree, and the perpetual feeling that she’s being watched by a dark presence in the surrounding forest. After a childhood mental breakdown, Nolin returns to her hometown as a grown woman, ready to face her mother to put old demons to rest. When Nolin stumbles across disturbing details of her mother’s past, she ventures deeper into the mystery of her own identity and learns of violent, ancient creatures who live in the woods.And that she, Nolin, may be one of them. Fans of Stephanie Meyer and Maggie Stiefvater will love this unforgettable changeling story and astonishing twist ending.

New from Award-Winning Author Kat SawyerWhat top reviewers are saying:“Cool, but spooky. A five-star fantasy adventure!” - Zoey Kutsko, age 10"Kika is a sarcastic 11-year-old who is prone to anxiety. Sniff is her dog, a stray she found stuck in a gopher hole. When the two of them accidentally fall into a below-ground world of talking animals who rap and dig Bob Dylan, reality is turned upside down for the characters, as well as for readers. Kat Sawyer's Kika and Sniff: Adventure in the Belowlands is a trippy, humorous, off-kilter voyage of self-discovery for a heroine who must learn to be brave - and learn to call Sniff by his preferred name, which turns out to be Alan. A mind-bending children's adventure tale." - Jennifer Levin - Santa Fe New MexicanCatalina Kika Lucia Jones is amazing – only she doesn’t know it yet. Mother, Mami, grandma Abuelita, and her Best Dog Forever, Snifferton Woolypads live in New Mexico where nothing ever happens – until a super terrible Something plunges Kika and Sniff into a secret underground world. There, in the Belowlands, a crazy, creepy, funny Adventure turns Kika from a bored little scaredy-pants into a totally awesome tween.Neat Characters and Messy SituationsFinding a way back to Uptop, Kika and Sniff encounter happy rapper gopher-guy Todd, the charmingly smarmy MajesT, mean-girl goddesses, and the ghost hag, La Llorona. They’re chased by boulders, swallowed by rapids, pelted by word bombs, enchanted by a magical circus, and grossed-out by really disgusting snacks.When Sniff disappears, it will take all of Kika’s brains and heart and guts to find him, but is it already too late?A Fresh Voice in Fantasy AdventureIn the tradition of Alice in Wonderland, with the clever wit of The Phantom Tollbooth, and the spicy exuberance of Coco, Kat Sawyer’s uniquely quirky approach handles ethnic and gender diversity, animal rights, bullying, and other contemporary issues with humor, sensitivity and without agenda.Featuring cool black-and-white illustrations, Kika and Sniff is a fun, smart read for middle-grade kids to middle-aged kidults.Scroll up and grab a copy today.

Loaded with archival photographs and amazing facts, the DK Biography series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters. DK Biography: Harriet Tubman tells the story of the famous abolitionist, from her childhood as a slave on a Maryland plantation, to her dramatic escape, to her tireless work as an organizer of the Underground Railroad.

Filled with archival photographs and amazing facts, this groundbreaking series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters. The series now features a refreshed design, taking the series' original look in a more modern direction. DK Biography: Abigail Adams tells the story of the second First Lady of the United States-including her progressive ideas on women's rights, and her famous correspondence with her husband on matters of philosophy, politics, and more. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Sawyer is a special little boy who knows deep in his heart all the reasons why America is a great place to live. Living in a wonderful country allows Sawyer to love God and his two mommies, share the food that the farmers grow, help others, make peace, have a lot of friends, marry a princess, and most importantly, live free. In this touching children's book, a little boy shares all the reasons why he loves living in America--land of the free and home of the brave.

Filled with archival photographs and amazing facts, this groundbreaking series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters. The series now features a refreshed design, taking the series' original look in a more modern direction. Abigail Adams tells the story of the second First Lady of the United States-including her progressive ideas on women's rights, and her famous correspondence with her husband on matters of philosophy, politics, and more.