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  • The Nerd & the Quarterback: A Sweet YA Romance

    M.L. Collins

    eBook (Nancy's Daughter Publishing, Sept. 26, 2019)
    I had a plan to survive my senior year. Too bad Jackson Highā€™s star quarterback BLEW. IT. UP.Last year, I was the most hated girl at my old school. This year, my plan is to lay low, keep to myself and graduate.My planā€™s working. Until the day I run into Dax DeLeon.Itā€™s impossible to stay invisible when the most popular guy at school claims Iā€™m his girlfriend.Did I mention his exā€”the head cheerleader and the most popular girl in schoolā€”wants him back?Boom.Now Iā€™ve got a fake boyfriend.And a target on my back. Again.But whatā€™s scaring me the mostā€¦If this thing with Dax is fakeā€”why does being with him feel so real?The Nerd & the Quarterback is a sweet YA romantic comedy about a nerdy bowler, a hot quarterback, a possible case of mistaken identity, a bunny-napping, ransom notes, a failed ransom drop, thievery, and mean girls being mean.But mostly about a boy and a girl learning to trust. *Warning: this book has a romance so sweet you'll get an urge to call your dentist.*A laugh-out-loud Romantic Comedy! Grab your copy today!Previously published as Ali & the Too Hot, Up-to-No Good, Very Beastly BoyThe Jackson High Series:#1 The Nerd & the Quarterback (Ali & Dax, A Fake Boyfriend Romance)#2 The Good Girl & the Bad Boy (Lacey & Grady, An Enemies to Lovers Romance)#3 The Tomboy & the Movie Star (Bernie & Kingsly, A Fish Out-of-Water Romance)#4 The Shy Girl & the Jock Next Door (Shay & TJ, A Best Friends to Lovers Romance)
  • The Good Girl & the Bad Boy: A Sweet YA Romance

    M.L. Collins

    language (Nancy's Daughter Publishing, Jan. 17, 2020)
    I didnā€™t mean to destroy the guitar of Jackson Highā€™s Bad Boy. I swear! Sure, I ran it over with my carā€¦Itā€™s true heā€™s been my enemy since 10th gradeā€¦But it was a total accident.The other bad news? That Bad Boy--the one I just pissed off--Yeah... Iā€™m stuck writing our schoolā€™s advice column with him.Only he uses my guilt to trick me into doing his work.For three weeks!Until I find out he lied.Oh, heck no. This bad boy has crossed the wrong girl.I call him out on it. In front of the whole school. Check mate, bad boy.ā€œIt feels good to be bad,ā€ he whispers. ā€œI refuse to be the Bonnie to your Clyde,ā€ I lie. A few Bad Boy smiles later and I'm the Bonnie to his Clyde. (I know! I know!)We end up in the principalā€™s office.And Iā€™m breathing into a paper bag, freaking out about the trouble Iā€™m in. But thatā€™s not the worst part.The worst part isā€¦ Iā€™m afraid Iā€™m falling for the bad boy.Warning: this book contains a few mild curse words, a couple of *earth shattering* kisses, guitar abuse (if you are against the abuse of musical instruments, maybe skip the end of chapter 3), twin angst, and an "adorably cute" romance between a good girl and a bad boy.A YA Enemies to Lovers Romantic Comedy! Buy your copy today!*Previously published as Where the Wild Boyfriends AreThe Jackson High Series:#1 The Nerd & the Quarterback (Ali & Dax, A Fake Boyfriend Romance)#2 The Good Girl & the Bad Boy (Lacey & Grady, An Enemies to Lovers Romance)#3 The Tomboy & the Movie Star (Bernie & Kingsly, A Fish Out-of-Water Romance)#4 The Shy Girl & the Jock Next Door (Shay & TJ, A Best Friends to Lovers Romance)
  • The Tomboy & The Movie Star: A Sweet YA Romance

    M.L. Collins

    (Nancy's Daughter Publishing, Aug. 29, 2020)
    Book 3 in the Jackson High Series. When tomboy Bernie Jewell is forced to prove herself Thereā€™s only one guy willing to stand up to the class bully with herā€¦ The new nerdy guy at school who makes her blush. (Since when did she have a thing for awkward nerds?) Only the new guy at school isnā€™t exactly the awkward nerd kids think he isā€¦Pre-order your copy of book 3 in this sweet YA romance series! The Jackson High Series:#1 The Nerd & the Quarterback (Ali & Dax, A Fake Boyfriend Romance)#2 The Good Girl & the Bad Boy (Lacey & Grady, An Enemies to Lovers Romance)#3 The Tomboy & the Movie Star (Bernie & Kingsly, A Fish Out-of-Water Romance)#4 The Shy Girl & the Jock Next Door (Shay & TJ, A Best Friends to Lovers Romance)
  • Collins Bradfordā€™s Crossword Solverā€™s Dictionary

    Collins

    Hardcover (HarperCollins UK, Dec. 1, 2018)
    This latest edition of the much-loved Bradford's offers even more. Available in a jacketed hardback with a clear text design and quality paper, this edition is durable and easy to use. Users will never again be short of answers to their crossword clues! A unique type of crossword dictionary having been compiled and crafted by a single author based on her over 58 years' experience of crossword solving. Every word in this dictionary has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue. Previous readers have found this book an invaluable reference work for both cryptic and quick crosswords, and new users will be quickly converted!
  • Draw Walking Food!

    Luke Colins

    Paperback (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 7, 2018)
    Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of food that walks around. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and images will guide readers to create their own silly sketches.
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  • The Nerd & the Quarterback: A Sweet YA Romance

    M.L. Collins

    Paperback (Independently published, March 12, 2020)
    Previously published as Ali & the Too Hot, Up-to-No Good, Very Beastly BoyI had a plan to survive my senior year.Too bad Jackson Highā€™s star quarterback BLEW. IT. UP.Last year, I was the most hated girl at my old school. This year, my plan is to lay low, keep to myself and graduate. My planā€™s working. Until the day I run into Dax DeLeon.Itā€™s impossible to stay invisible when the most popular guy at school claims Iā€™m his girlfriend.Did I mention his exā€”the head cheerleader and the most popular girl in schoolā€”wants him back? Boom.Now Iā€™ve got a fake boyfriend.And a target on my back. Again. But whatā€™s scaring me the mostā€¦If this thing with Dax is fakeā€”why does being with him feel so real?The Nerd & the Quarterback is a sweet YA romantic comedy about a nerdy bowler, a hot quarterback, a possible case of mistaken identity, a bunny-napping, ransom notes, a failed ransom drop, thievery, and mean girls being mean.But mostly about a boy and a girl learning to trust. *Warning: this book has a romance so sweet you'll get an urge to call your dentist.*Grab your copy today!The Jackson High Series:#1 The Nerd & the Quarterback (Ali & Dax, A Fake Boyfriend Romance)#2 The Good Girl & the Bad Boy (Grady & Lacey, An Enemies to Lovers Romance)#3 The Tomboy & the Movie Star (Bernie & Kingsly, A Fish Out-of-Water Romance)#4 The Shy Girl & the Jock Next Door (Shay & TJ, A Best Friends to Lovers Romance)
  • Stock Cars

    Luke Collins

    Paperback (Bolt, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Describes stock cars and their history, outlining such key features as their roll cages and nosepieces, and looks at possible future developments for this type of vehicle.
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  • Underwater Robots

    Luke Colins

    Paperback (Black Rabbit Books, Jan. 21, 2020)
    From exploring space to exploring the deepest parts of the ocean, robots are becoming a big part of human life. With engaging graphics and charts that emphasize visual literacy, let readers explore the impacts robots are having on our world and our future. With simple text and bold infographics, teaches beginning readers about underwater robots and their role in our world.
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  • Mathematics

    Collins

    Hardcover (MacMillan, Aug. 16, 1999)
    Very rarely used. We used this as an extra textbook for our children to keep at home.
  • Draw Funny Faces!

    Luke Colins

    Paperback (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 7, 2018)
    Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of funny faces. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and images will guide readers to create their own silly sketches.
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  • Collins International Primary Maths ā€“ Problem Solving and Reasoning Student Book 5

    Collins

    Paperback (HarperCollins UK, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Students can quickly get to grips with problem solving and reasoning by completing activities categorised by topic and question type. Fully in line with the Cambridge Primary Mathematics Curriculum.Problem solving and reasoning are focuses in the Cambridge Primary Mathematics Curriculum. It is essential that all students have access to problem solving and reasoning activities. Some key benefits to problem solving in maths include:ā€¢ Helping pupils grasp diverse mathematical concepts and understand the application of the subjectā€¢ Enhancing strategic thinkingā€¢ Developing transferable skillsThis book consists of three different types of mathematical problem solving challenges:1.Solving mathematical problems. This involves pupils solving problems ā€˜withinā€™ mathematics itself, recognising patterns and relationships, making conjectures and generalisations, and explaining and justifying conclusions.2.Reasoning mathematically. This involved pupils using logical thinking to solve problems, focusing on making conjectures and generalisations, and explaining and justifying conclusions using appropriate language.3.Using & applying mathematics in real-world contexts. This involves pupils engaging in challenges that require them to use and apply their mathematical knowledge and skills in open-ended, real-world contexts.
  • Catching Manners: My Secrets Revealed for Getting Baseballs from Players and Coaches at Major League Baseball Games

    Luke Collins, Chad Collins

    Paperback (Independently published, March 28, 2019)
    Have you ever wished that a baseball player would throw you a ball at a baseball game?Have you watched other kids get balls and think to yourself, why not me?That all changes today!In Catching Manners, Luke reveals his secret to always getting a baseball tossed his way.You will learn exactly what time to arrive at the game, where to stand, and most importantly, Luke will tell you exactly what to say, and when to say it. Get ready to make your trip to the ballpark the most memorable one of your life!