Books with author M. M. Atkinson

Ten-year-old Tillie practices skating whenever she can—even in the old Franklin Piano Factory where she lives with her guardian, Uncle Fred. She has to be in the skateathon with her friends. Surely Mama wouldn’t miss it! But skating in the city is tough, three-way friendships are tricky, and the stupid rules in Mama’s rehab program could mess up all her plans."A warm and lively narrative…an outstanding tale!" —Kirkus starred review

A laugh-out-loud picture book that finally sets the record straight about unicorns!Unicorns! You love them, but how much do you really know about them? Join Professors Glitter Pants, Sprinkle Steed, Star Hoof, and Sugar Beard, plus their trusty lab assistant, Pete, as they reveal mind-blowing unicorn facts never before available to the public! For example: * Buttercup Sparklecheeks was the first unicorn to trot on Pluto! * At one time in history, there were dino-corns! * One unicorn accidentally made it rain waffles for a week! * Unicorns have giant slides inside their homes! * Rare and exotic unicorns include the mer-corn and the hamster-corn!Full of eye-popping illustrations and nonstop, sidesplitting laughs—plus a removable Unicorn Scientist diploma at the end of the book—Unicorns 101 will have children eager to enroll, time and time again!"effervescent . . . enjoyably off-the-wall"—Publishers Weekly"merits space on every unicorn-lover’s reference shelf."—Booklist"unicorn fans will find plenty to love."—Kirkus

Ten-year-old Mario must flee El Salvador during the Salvadoran Civil War in the 1980s with Mamá and little brother Nico after his journalist father is killed. As Mario struggles to adapt to his new life in the United States, he must also come to terms with the decisions his father made that have left him fatherless and illegal in a new country. Kirkus Review: “War has come to the streets of San Salvador, El Salvador’s capital city, but Mario and his little brother, Nico, just want to act like normal kids.When a soldier in the street takes their soccer ball and slices it open with a knife, Mario is confused: “Why do they have to bother us like that?” he asks his father, a writer, later that day. “We’re only kids. We have nothing to do with the war. Why does there even have to be a war?” When soldiers burst in and arrest Mario’s dad in the middle of the night, the boys and their mother are forced to flee the country... As the family attempts to build a new life for themselves in Texas, Mario is haunted by what has happened, filled with a mix of anger and fear. His father left him a notebook with a letter, offering his advice on how to move forward. Mario isn’t interested in writing, but he does have a passion for drawing. Atkinson writes in a smooth, conversational prose that perfectly enlivens Mario’s first-person narration, capturing both his anxieties and excitements. With its quick pace, the novella makes for a compelling read. Along the way, the author successfully tracks the complex evolution of Mario’s inner landscape, including his attempts to deal with the trauma of his father’s loss, his responsibility toward his mother and brother, and his instincts as both a witness and a budding artist: as Mario’s new American identity shapes itself, he uses pictures to try to tell his own story. A well-crafted, emotionally resonant tale for younger readers"

She must control her power or be an outcast for the rest of her life, but mastering that magic might destroy her world forever.Alaysha is a young witch with a terrible power, and her war-mongering father wants to control it. But magic with that kind of force isn’t easy to keep in check, not even for the witch who wields it.It makes her a thing to be feared, not loved. A thing to abhor, not embrace.It also makes her the perfect weapon.When Alaysha is ordered to annihilate a neighboring village, she discovers someone has finally escaped her deadly power. Someone handsome, arrogant, and mysterious.Someone who says he knows the secret to guiding her destructive magic.But there is always a price to pay for such freedom and if she trusts this stranger to help, she might be putting everything she knows, including her heart, at risk.Fans of Ilona Andrews will love this historical fantasy with romantic adventure and a strong female lead who begins as a loner and outcast but ultimately find her true powerBuy it today and take a trip through a magical world.

The Siren Anthology combines the hidden-world immersive experience of Harry Potter with the underwater adventures of The Little Mermaid. Santiago escaped kidnapping, torture, and near death last time she was in the ocean. Now back on the safety of land she resumes life as normal, but finds she is plagued with lingering effects of the Sirens’ brutality and thoughts about the world under the surface. When she finds shocking information in her abuela’s journals, Santi must make a choice that will decide not only her fate, but also that of millions of others. Will Santi choose to follow her destiny and return to the ocean to face the demons of her past? And what of her budding feelings for her long-time best friend Rogan? The only thing certain is that Santi's decisions will change the course of her life forever.

Join Anna and Bella on a magical holiday adventure."Bella and I are back in Flower and so excited to attend a Christmas party at the palace. All of our fairy friends will be there! But shortly after we arrive, we learn that a very special gift for Princess Keira has gone missing. Now, everyone knows that a present can't just disappear. It has to be somewhere. But will we find it in time for the party?"The Fun in Flower series focuses on positive relationships. Each book also contains a common issue, and solution, that children experience. Among the topics tackled are: going firstincluding othersshynesssibling rivalryperseveranceIn addition, with the absence of evil/mean/scary characters, even the most sensitive child can immerse themselves in the stories, making the books ideal for bedtime. The books appeal to ages 4-9.Spark your child’s imagination with the Fun in Flower series. Soon they’ll be dreaming about magical gems, soaring through the sky, swimming with dolphins, and buzzing around like bees.Books in the Fun in Flower Series:ANNA & BELLA and the Puppy ProblemANNA & BELLA Go BananasANNA & BELLA and the Lost CharmANNA & BELLA Get IcyFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 1-4)ANNA & BELLA's Bee-utiful SummerANNA & BELLA Princesses for a DayANNA & BELLA and the Missing PumpkinsANNA & BELLA's Festival FunFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 5-8)ANNA & BELLA's Big Break ANNA & BELLA's Late NightANNA & BELLA and the Sunken TreasureANNA & BELLA's Sticky ValentinesFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 9-12)ANNA & BELLA's Magical QuestANNA & BELLA Catch the FluANNA & BELLA's Happy Hoppy EasterANNA & BELLA Go CampingAbout the AuthorFor 14 rewarding years, Jane Atkinson taught high-school math. When her daughters were born, she decided to switch careers and become a full-time mom. Years later, after many family adventures, Jane began to write the Fun in Flower series. The books are a perfect combination of Jane's imagination and her family's real-life experiences. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Milton, Ontario.

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The liberation of Europe and the destruction of the Third Reich is a story of miscalculation and incomparable courage, of calamity and enduring triumph. In this first volume of the Liberation Trilogy, Rick Atkinson focuses on 1942 and 1943, showing how central the great drama that unfolded in North Africa was to the ultimate victory of the Allied powers and to America's understanding of itself.Opening with the daring amphibious invasion in November 1942, An Army at Dawn follows the American and British armies as they fight the French in Morocco and Algiers, and then take on the Germans and Italians in Tunisia. Battle by battle, an inexperienced and often poorly led army gradually becomes a superb fighting force. Central to the tale are the extraordinary but flawed commanders who come to dominate the battlefield: Eisenhower, Patton, Bradley, Montgomery, and Rommel.Brilliantly researched, rich with new material and fresh insights, Atkinson's vivid narrative provides the definitive history of the war in North Africa.

With easy-to-read language and no scary characters, the Fun in Flower series is appropriate for even the youngest of readers. Appeals to ages 4 to 9. "Bella and I are thrilled to join our mermaid friends, Kate and Maria, for The Swim Spectacular. This underwater race requires skill, logic, teamwork, and a little bit of luck. Our goal is to do our best and have fun, while still trying to win. So when the race begins and we find ourselves at the back, we don’t give up. We just think positively and push ahead."The Fun in Flower series focuses on positive relationships. Each book also contains a common issue, and solution, that children experience. Among the topics tackled are: going firstincluding othersshynesssibling rivalryperseveranceIn addition, with the absence of evil/mean/scary characters, even the most sensitive child can immerse themselves in the stories, making the books ideal for bedtime.Spark your child’s imagination with the Fun in Flower series. Soon they’ll be dreaming about magical gems, soaring through the sky, swimming with dolphins, and buzzing around like bees.Books in the Fun in Flower Series:ANNA & BELLA and the Puppy ProblemANNA & BELLA Go BananasANNA & BELLA and the Lost CharmANNA & BELLA Get IcyFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 1-4)ANNA & BELLA's Bee-utiful SummerANNA & BELLA Princesses for a DayANNA & BELLA and the Missing PumpkinsANNA & BELLA's Festival FunFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 5-8)ANNA & BELLA's Big Break ANNA & BELLA's Late NightANNA & BELLA and the Sunken TreasureANNA & BELLA's Sticky ValentinesFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 9-12)ANNA & BELLA's Magical QuestANNA & BELLA Catch the FluANNA & BELLA's Happy Hoppy EasterANNA & BELLA Go CampingFun in Flower 4-Books-in-1 (books 13-16) ANNA & BELLA Meet SugarANNA & BELLA's Puzzling PlaydateAbout the AuthorFor 14 rewarding years, Jane Atkinson taught high-school math. When her daughters were born, she decided to switch careers and become a full-time mom. Years later, after many family adventures, Jane began to write the Fun in Flower series. The books are a perfect combination of Jane's imagination and her family's real-life experiences. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Milton, Ontario.

Sometimes Tim feels invisible at school-until one day, when Tim meets Sam. But Sam isn't just any new friend: he's a blue whale, and he can't find his way home! Returning Sam to the sea is hard work, but Tim is determined to help. After all, it's not every day you meet a new friend! This picture book about the power of friendship by new talent Cale Atkinson is brought to life by charming, dynamic illustrations.