Books with author Lynn Collins

The oral story telling tradition of the Southern Applachian Mountains features a clever teenager named “Jack”. In these stories Jack bears some resemblance to the character in fable, Jack and and Beanstalk. The Southern Appalachian Jack is a clever, but lazy teenager, who is trying to best his olders brothers, Will and Tom. He happens into adventures with exotic mountain creatures and evil magic of villains. Richard Chase compiled these stories in a 1949 book entitled The Jack Tales. As read by my third grade teacher, I was first introduced these tales. My interest was rekindled decades later by the work of a local elementary class whose own Jack Tale inspired me to begin a series of New Jack Tales. The first is a story of Jack and the Körner Princess. It is Jack’s last great adventure where he sets off to the flatlands to find a bride. He has his heart set on a blonde headed maiden whom he finds locked up in the Körner Castle. Freeing her from the castle, outwitting an evil witch and surviving encounters with exotic and dangerous creatures challenges Jack as never before. The fictional setting of Dobson Town resembles Kernersville, North Carolina. Readers familiar with this hamlet will recognize some landmarks and characters.

Previously published as Where the Wild Boyfriends Are What happens when Jackson High’s Good Girl and Bad Boy are forced to work together?I’ll tell you:I destroy his guitar. (Accidentally!)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.“It feels good to be bad,” he whispers.“I refuse to be the Bonnie to your Clyde,” I lie.Stuff happens & we end up in the…Principal’s office.And I’m breathing into a paper bag, freaking out about the trouble I’m in.But that’s not the worst part.The worst part is…I’m afraid I’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 a "adorably cute" romance between a good girl and a bad boy.A YA Romantic Comedy! Grab 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)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)

Celebrated storyteller Fiona Collins has collected the best-loved stories from the misty, magical mountains, rushing rivers and green rolling hills of North Wales. In this treasure trove of tales you will meet dragons, giants, wizards, witches, and monsters – and of course the Tylwyth Teg, which is the Welsh name for the fairies. Retelling each story in her engaging style, Fiona presents humorous tales, clever tales, and enchanting fairy tales, which will be particularly enjoyed by young readers who wish to be transported to a parallel world of magic and adventure.

Sally Saver and her friends Casey Cash, Sam Spender, and Billy Budget are on a backyard adventure when they stumble upon a mysterious stone with magical time-traveling powers.The friends’ adventure soon gets a blast from the past as they find themselves on the high seas with a crew of treacherous pirates.When they notice the pirates have stolen valuable treasure, Sally and her pals decide nab it and take it back to modern times where they’ll use it for good. But when the friends return home, their differing personalities and attitudes toward money result in a clash of opinions.Should it be saved, spent in one spot, or invested? Rick Slickster has his own ideas for the treasure. So the friends will have to put their heads together to make the right decision before it’s too late.Sally Saver and the Treasures in Time is an interactive adventure that allows young readers to decide where the story goes as they learn the basics of finance: saving, budgeting, and the consequences of financial decisions. With numerous paths to choose and six different endings, this educational tale will keep youngsters coming back long after it ends.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Further Mechanics for Cambridge International AS and A Level Further Mathematics 9231, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018. We are working with Cambridge International Examinations towards endorsement of this series. Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Further Mechanics with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from A Level Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

Every summer, Etta visits her grandparents at their quaint cabin on beautiful, alpine Marmot Lake. But this summer brings a shocking discovery when Etta's grandparents share a family secret that will change her life forever. Etta's grandparents have a secret ability—a "gift"—and they have an even bigger surprise: Etta, too, possesses this gift.Soon, Etta faces unexpected and unimagined dangers, and she and her new friends must draw upon their courage and inner strength if they are to survive this unforgettable summer at Marmot Lake.Readers both young and old will be thrilled and delighted by this tale of joy, friendship and the unique bonds that tie humans to animals—and to each other.

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:• Helping pupils grasp diverse mathematical concepts and understand the application of the subject• Enhancing strategic thinking• Developing transferable skillsThis book consists of three different types of mathematical problem solving challenges:1.Solving mathematical problems. This involves pupils solving problems ‘within’ 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.

This book provides in-depth coverage of Probability & Statistics 2 for Cambridge International A Level Mathematics 9709, for examination from 2020 onwards. With a clear focus on mathematics in life and work, this text builds the key mathematical skills and knowledge that will open up a wide range of careers and further study.This student book is part of a series of nine books covering the complete syllabus for Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics (9709) and Further Mathematics (9231), for first teaching from September 2018. We are working with Cambridge International Examinations towards endorsement of this series. Written by expert authors, this Student Book:• covers the complete content of Probability & Statistics 2 with clear references to what you will learn at the start of each chapter, and coverage that clearly and directly matches the Cambridge syllabus• sets mathematics in real-world contexts that emphasise practical applications and career paths, with inspiring case studies and discussion activities that showcase how mathematics is relevant to different roles• develops the key A Level mathematical skills of mathematical modelling, problem-solving and communication through dedicated questions and teaching• helps you master mathematics with varied practice to develop understanding, exam-style questions to test comprehension, and selected Cambridge past paper questions to help prepare for examination• gives you control of your learning with prior knowledge checks to assess readiness and end-of-chapter summaries that test understanding• supports you through the course with detailed explanations, clear worked examples and plenty of practice on each topic with full workings shown for each answer• provides clear progression from IGCSE® Mathematics and develops confident, independent and reflective mathematicians through extension questions and group discussions• supports mathematical communication and literacy with key terms for each topic explained and supported by a comprehensive glossary.

After years of traveling through space, a crew of humans has finally found an uninhabited world to colonize. Almost twelve-year-old twins Evie and Emery Linn decide to sneak out and explore their new home. But on the surface, Evie starts noticing troubling signs. Plants curl tightly around her finger, as if they were alive. Strange tracks lead off into a dark cavern. Evie can't help but wonder--are they truly alone on this planet?