Books with author Lauren Burniac

Every page more fierce than the last! Enjoy a good monster love story? Or a dark, Russian-style folktale? How about a flashback to the secrets of a cyborg's past, a post-apocalyptic romance, or a conversation between a boy and Death's dead assistant, while both sit in a diner and eat waffles?Whether you're already a Fierce Reads fan or you're a fan-to-be, this short story collection will satisfy your every bookish craving! Featuring multi-genre tales from some of the hottest YA authors around, this anthology includes Ann Aguirre, Courtney Alameda, Gennifer Albin, Anna Banks, Leigh Bardugo, Jessica Brody, Katie Finn, Nikki Kelly, Jennifer Mathieu, Lish McBride, Marissa Meyer, Caragh O'Brien, Marie Rutkoski, and Lindsay Smith.By turns uplifting and sad, light-hearted and powerful, startling and laugh-out-loud, these bite-sized gems have one thing in common: You won't be able to put them down!

The wound inflicted only a few minutes before was nearly healed. A small cut was the only sign that anything had occurred. I watched in disbelief as it finished closing and eventually disappeared.“What are you?” * * *Gods, demons, and vampires… Eighteen-year-old Alina Taylor doesn’t believe in any of them. Then, she meets Samuel Grant and Duncan Michaels and discovers a world that could destroy everything she loves.First book in the Immortal Trilogy.

When Lauren Burns won a gold medal at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, she became an instant Australian hero and the proverbial ‘overnight sensation’. But her journey was a difficult and demanding one, involving years of preparation. Here for the first time is the full story behind Lauren’s outstanding achievement.With characteristic warmth and sincerity, she shares stories of her unconventional family life – including growing up as the daughter of famous pop singer Ronnie Burns – and how she began her love affair with taekwondo. Seven years of national and international success in the sport fully lead to Olympic gold, but along the way she was beaten with a bamboo stick during a training camp in Korea, suffered numerous injuries and almost had to starve herself to make the -49kg class in her event.In Fighting Spirit you will read the intimate details of Lauren’s road to success – the sacrifices required, what it was like to be part of the Australian team at the Olympic village and, finally, the fight that resulted in the gold medal – and how she has dealt with her post-Games celebrity. Compelling and provocative, Lauren Burns’ autobiography reveals a young woman who continues to inspire with her courage and fighting spirit.About the Author: Lauren Burns competed internationally in taekwondo from 1993 to 2000 and was Australian National Taekwondo Champion twelve times. She won medals at World Championship and World Cup events in 1996 and 1997 and gold at the US Open in 1999. Her crowning glory in taekwondo was winning the gold medal in the under 49 kilogram class at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Since the Olympics Lauren has been sharing her experiences by conducting motivational presentations, taekwondo demonstrations and self-defence workshops for people of all ages. She is a qualified naturopath (BHSc) and is a mother of 2 beautiful children. Lauren lives in Melbourne.

The wound inflicted only a few minutes before was nearly healed. A small cut was the only sign that anything had occurred. I watched in disbelief as it finished closing and eventually disappeared. "What are you?" * * * Gods, demons, vampires, eighteen year old Alina Taylor doesn't believe in any of them, until she meets Samuel Grant and Duncan Michaels, and discovers a world that could destroy everything she loves.

“We’re just beginning the lesson for today. It’s on crime and punishment.” Ethan returned his focus to Alina and a psychotic grin spread across his perfectly chiseled face. A tear slid down her cheek as her body took another step. * * * Tired of hiding. Tired of her gilded cage. Alina runs. But running only brings her closer to the final confrontation and the beginning of her eternity whether for good or ill.

One day this super-cool, creative idea just pops into Elisa-Kay’s mind. She is so excited to give it a try – the only problem is her friends and family don’t share her enthusiasm and even think her idea is just plain weird.What will Elisa-Kay do as she faces people who say “No!” to her idea? Will her enthusiasm be enough to make someone believe in her? Will you root for her? Follow along and find out! But don’t be surprised if something happens you never even imagined!

Elisa-Kay’s favorite place in the whole wide world is her family’s summer cottage. It’s on a lake so clear you can see the bottom, and it’s a wonderful, fun place where she and her cousins have many exciting adventures.Will an ordinary summer day spent with Nana turn out to be an extra-special, magical day when Elisa-Kay tries to fly so high? Read and find out!

Elisa-Kay’s favorite place in the whole wide world is her family’s summer cottage. It’s on a lake so clear you can see the bottom, and it’s a wonderful, fun place where she and her cousins have many exciting adventures. Will an ordinary summer day spent with Nana turn out to be an extra-special, magical day when Elisa-Kay tries to fly so high? Read and find out!

One day this super-cool, creative idea just pops into Elisa-Kay's mind. She is so excited to give it a try - the only problem is her friends and family don't share her enthusiasm and even think her idea is just plain weird.What will Elisa-Kay do as she faces people who say "No!" to her idea? Will her enthusiasm be enough to make someone believe in her? Will you root for her?Follow along and find out! But don't be surprised if something happens you never even imagined.

Elisa-Kay's favorite place in the whole wide world is her family's summer cottage. It's on a lake so clear you can see the bottom, and it's a wonderful, fun place where she and her cousins have many exciting adventures.Will an ordinary summer day spent with Nana turn out to be an extra-special, magical day when Elisa-Kay tries to fly so high?Read and find out!