Books with author Matt Johnson

What happens when a girl, homeschooled by her counterculture mother, decides to spend her senior year in public school? First friendship, first love―and first encounters with the complexities of authority and responsibility.Evie is different. Not just her upbringing―though that’s certainly been unusual―but also her mindset. She’s smart, independent, confident, opinionated, and ready to take on a new challenge: The Institution of School.It doesn’t take this homeschooled kid long to discover that high school is a whole new world, and not in the way she expected. It’s also a social minefield, and Evie finds herself confronting new problems at every turn. Not one to sit idly by, Evie sets out to make changes. Big changes. The movement she starts takes off, but when her plan begins spiraling out of control, Evie is forced to come to terms with a world she is only just beginning to comprehend.J.J. Johnson’s powerful debut novel will enthrall readers as it challenges assumptions about friendship, rules, boundaries, and power.

"Mark Johnson has a magical way of picking you up from your comfy reading chair and dropping you off in the heart of the cold and at times unforgiving Himalayas. I read the whole book in just a few quick sittings and constantly found myself laughing, biting my nails, and undeniably identifying with every ridiculous thing Mark found himself doing on his journey. If you enjoy grand adventures and a fair share of “dad humor,” add Mark’s EBC chronicle to your bookshelf now." ~ Tim Moore, The Penny HoarderImagine yourself trekking through the epic Himalayan wilderness to Everest Base Camp — 17,600 feet above sea level and the gateway to the planet’s most iconic mountain. Experience the world's most startling, high-altitude landscapes, interact with the welcoming Sherpa people, and struggle to catch your breath as you narrowly avoid being trampled by an oncoming train of enormous, shaggy yaks loaded with climbing expedition supplies. Now, imagine living this adventure without leaving your favorite reading chair."Doofus Dad Does Everest Base Camp" brings that scenario to life.In April 2018, Tennessee writer Mark E. Johnson embarked on a life-changing, grueling, and often-hilarious adventure — a 12-day, 80-mile trek to Mount Everest Base Camp in Nepal's Himalaya Mountains — after launching an improbable trekking company a year earlier. This was Johnson's first excursion out of the continental U.S., and this journey into the exotic country of Nepal was indeed a trial by fire (and ice). Hike alongside "Doofus Dad" on each part of this bucket list quest, from the starting point of Nashville, Tennessee, through a mind-numbing 23 hours of air travel, into the suicidal traffic of Kathmandu, and on every day of the trek with equal parts lush detail and sly humor. Experience Kathmandu’s Hindu and Buddhist temples, visit the infamous Yeti's Scalp of the Khumjung Monastery and join in on a hysterical salsa dance lesson at 14,000-feet. “Doofus Dad Does Everest Base Camp” is a gripping adventure story that also serves as a practical resource for future trekkers. It includes:A standard EBC trekking mapAn EBC itineraryDaily trekking statistics including elevation changes and hiking timesThe gear lists of Mark and his wife, HollyA Nepal trekking training guideThe foreword is provided by mountaineering legend and Everest blogger Alan Arnette, called "one of America’s most respected chroniclers of Everest," by Outside Magazine. “This book is a must-have for the bookshelf of yesterday's, today's and tomorrow's traveler,” says Arnette.The audiobook is read by Johnson and even includes sound effects from the trek itself.Johnson is a longtime freelancer and blog writer, best known for his Dave Barry-esque stories about parenting, rural living, and health and fitness.

This educational and easy-to-read children's book reveals the amazing story of Adolf Hitler's last days, as his evil dreams of world domination came crashing down around him. You and your child will discover... * How did Hitler really die?* Where was Hitler hiding during his last days?* Why had he started ordering his generals to be executed?* What had pushed Hitler over the edge and made him want to take his own life?* What evil thing had Hitler done to his dog right before the end?* What crippling health problems had plagued Hitler during his last days?* What one thing terrified Hitler about the Russians?* What unusual request did Hitler make of his valet just hours before his death?* What strange and unexpected thing did Hitler and his mistress do on the day of their death? ...and Much, Much More!So download this educational children's book that reveals the true story of Adolf Hitler's last days..

New World Island is the second book in the Avi Bloom series.How has one island remained virtually untouched by the shift away from technology? Avi Bloom and her friends will do anything to uncover the truth.After learning that the missing villagers have been forced into a virtual world—a world where they no longer have control over their minds or bodies—Avi Bloom and her friends decide the best way to get some answers, and stop this unknown force, is to pretend like their minds are still inside the program. When a boat docks in front of their group and the others plugged into the program line up to board this vessel, the group is taken away from the world they know. They’re taken to an island that has somehow been left untouched by the shift away from technology. The island forces the group to question everything they once thought to be true.

A Hidden Picture Book! Read this book as a family and have fun finding hidden images together. Simple for kids to recall, and learn all about family love. Based on two newly married parents expressing their love for their first child. It's explained to the child that no matter the circumstances they'll always be there. The parents continually pledge to love, hold, protect, nurture, and support their son. Kids will have tons of fun finding the hidden images. Answer key included.This book is special because:* Hidden Images* African-American characters* Great for early readers* Easy recall/reading for toddlers* Fun for the entire family* Awesome family read* Bedtime story approved* Expressions of love* Marriage and family values

Peach and Plum opens with seven year-old Mayfair Tootle, who steps into the world of Maverick Elementary as a new student on the first day of school. And things like: Fifth graders who hog the kickball court, snooty school yard cliques, a Pop Star girl, school yard games like High Jump and One Fly Up, a dog named Monster, googlie-eyed school yard crushes, a substitute teacher, the Harvest Moon Potluck, a couple of birthday parties, and a crazy school yard brawl on the first day of school, all set the story of Peach and Plum in motion as the school year rolls itself out. Mayfair easily makes new friends at Maverick Elem (what the children call it), and everything is fine until the leader of The Snootish Girls, Kiara Campbell, gets kicked out of her own clique. When she highjacks Mayfair's litle circle of friends, Kiara banishes Mayfair's BFF from the group simply because Xembi reminds Kiara of another girl she can't stand. Fed up with Kiara's mean-girl ways and holding everybody hostage during lunch and recess, Mayfair stands up to Kiara when she finds out that Xembi might go to home school because of the bullying. And just when things get back to normal, Mayfair has one last show down with Kiara Campbell on the last day of school.

Islandia had been without a High King for a generation. Eloy, the last High King, embarked upon a journey shrouded in mystery after a cryptic warning found from a long lost prophet promised a return of ancient dark forces. Eloy had placed the rule of Islandia and the five kingdoms in the hands of his closest friend, King Richard. After thirty years most have long since stopped looking for Eloy's return or the darkness foretold. Many under Richard's rule have grown discontent and jealous of his appointment. All hope for peace is lost and chaos reigns after the icy hand of an assassin takes the life of King Richard and plucks him from the throne. What now? Will Prince Titus, Richard’s son, have the strength to hold Islandia together, or will it descend into war over the High King’s throne! The kingdom is divided by the sword as each must decide where their loyalties lie. -Experience an edge of your seat thrill ride as each kingdom of Islandia seeks to carve out their own rule-Explore a tale of loyalty and lordship

"Education eShorts" are extremely engaging, bite-sized amounts of non-fiction that are designed to make reading fun.While helping a young learner to read, each book in the series is also designed to expose the reader to an important real-world topic in an interesting and enjoyable way. Each of the 48 books in the "Education eShorts" series uses an exciting topic from areas such as science, technology, history, and social issues as a vehicle to help reinforce reading skills."Education eShorts" are the perfect amount of reading for any traditional, online, blended, or home school learning environment. Or, they can be read just for fun!Use one eShort or collect all 48 books in the series!

India is a fascinating and mysterious country. The beautiful and often spectacular landscape is home to more than 1,300 million people and a rich abundance of wildlife.The history of India is long and eventful - there have been bloody wars as well as long periods of peace and prosperity.Steven Halfpenny's book gives you the significant events in India's history and describes what India is like today in the form of a comprehensive list of fun facts. We are sure that the facts about India in our book will fascinate you and encourage you to learn even more about this magnificent country.Chapters: Where is India? | History | Climate & Landscape | Religion | Life in India | Wildlife | Assorted India Facts