Books with author McDonald

On a cloudy morning in 1944 the Japanese battle fleet crashed into a small group of American warships called Taffy Three. The USS Johnston turned into the teeth of the oncoming fleet, unleashing a torrent of torpedoes and gunfire.In the smoke, haze, and rain the Johnston was everywhere, fighting off battleships, cruisers, and a whole line of enemy destroyers. Men passed shells up staircases, turned the rudder by hand when the power failed, and fired the guns till the ammunition rooms flooded. When the captain finally ordered the men to abandon ship, the sailors gathered off the stern, but as they rose and fell with the passing waves, they had much more to endure. Sharks pushed their way into the mass of men, and saltwater gnawed at their burns. Meanwhile, rescue craft searched for them…in the wrong place! Who would survive?Tin Can Sailors Save the Day! tells the story of the USS Johnston through the eyes of three men who served aboard the ship: Captain Ernest Evans, Gunnery Officer Bob Hagen, and Seaman First Class Dusty Rhodes. Each man has a story of how he became a sailor and how the Johnston became his ship. Not all of them survived, but they all did their country proud.Appropriate for ages: 11 and up

'There's something terribly wrong with his eyes. My mind struggles to rationalize what I'm seeing and I tell myself that it's just a trick of the light, or that maybe I'm hallucinating due to the crushing amount of fear I'm feeling, because when I look at them, all I see is darkness. Deep dark voids that threaten to swallow me whole.' When 17yr old Hanna Harper agrees to see a local band at The Iron Knife Club with her two best friends, she has no idea her life is about to change forever and that everything she thought was impossible...isn't Marked with a mystical symbol by a dying boy, she's thrust into a world she never imagined existed where her eyes are opened to the reality that fallen angels are very real, and very dangerous. And with just one look from their soulless black eyes, they can take everything from you. And now, because of the symbol and the secret it contains, a secret she must protect at all costs, those black eyes have set their sight on her.

This fun book contains 8 short stories about the Underground Railroad. The total read time is 30-45 minutes. You will learn about the touching love story of Louis and Ellen, the miraculous escape and inspiring story of Mary, the hilarious story of "Deacon Jones," plus three more. This book is suitable for all ages, but especially useful for grade school children.

'The ground at my feet crumbles, each piece falling away into nothing. I struggle searching for any kind of traction. There's none. His hand tightens around my throat. Without warning he lets go and I fall into darkness with the sound of his laughter echoing all around me.' Hanna Harper would give anything for her life to go back to being simple and ordinary, but the truth is, things are only getting more complicated--and absolutely terrifying. Marked with a new symbol she's brought back from the brink of death to protect her best friend--the boy she fell madly in love with, the Chosen One in an ancient prophecy who's fated to either save or destroy the world when his powers awaken on his 18th birthday. But keeping him hidden and safe isn't easy, even with the help of The Guardians. Especially when one of them is trying to steal her heart and her greatest enemy is trying to undermine her efforts every chance he gets. So when the truth is discovered and Hanna's brother is taken hostage, a decision has to be made. Does she risk the fate of the world to save her brother by handing her best friend over to The Fallen, or does she risk losing the only family she has left to keep him safe?

Have you ever felt like a faker? Facebook, Twitter and Instagram allow us to paint beautiful pictures of our lives. But many of us feel like fakers. If people really knew who we were, what would they think? Would they still care?What would life look like if we stopped pretending?This book not only explores that question, but provides the thrilling answer found in a short story told 2,000 years ago.This richly illustrated book for teens and older brings the power of this exciting story to bear on our modern lives.

The Pirate Colouring Book is a fun new coloring book bursting with pirates, shipwrecks, and hoards of hidden treasure! Boys and girls will love to sail the Seven Seas with this treasure chest of a coloring book which will keep them entertained for hours. The book is partially colored to inspire amazing coloring scenes that can be seen from the crow's nest.

Can a twelve-step program help Sadie kick her unrequited crush for good? Abby McDonald serves up her trademark wit and wisdom in a hilarious new novel.Seventeen-year-old Sadie is in love: epic, heartfelt, and utterly onesided. The object of her obsession — ahem, affection — is her best friend, Garrett Delaney, who has been oblivious to Sadie’sfeelings ever since he sauntered into her life and wowed her with his passion for Proust (not to mention his deep-blue eyes). For two long, painful years, Sadie has been Garrett’s constant companion, sharing his taste in everything from tragic Russian literature to art films to ‘80s indie rock— all to no avail. But when Garrett leaves for a summer literary retreat, Sadie is sure that the absence will make his heart grow fonder — until he calls to say he’s fallen in love. With some other girl! Aheartbroken Sadie realizes that she’s finally had enough. It’s time for total Garrett detox! Aided by a barista job, an eclectic crew of new friends (including the hunky chef, Josh), and a customized selfhelpguide, Sadie embarks on a summer of personal reinvention full of laughter, mortifying meltdowns, and a double shot of love.

Megan McDonald's Judy Moody has been a popular character with young book lovers for many years now, so we think it's about time her little brother Stink had the chance to shine - and that he does in this incredible-value 10-book collection! Packed with madcap scientific adventures - from sleepovers at the aquarium to trips into space - alongside a super-funny compendium of wacky facts about anything and everything, this collection will have children aged 7 and over laughing their heads off and will even appeal to reluctant readers.

Life isn’t always easy, unless of course you are an Instagram travel blogger who pretends it is.Once in a while, things happen, things you can’t always control such as rain on your wedding day or needing to take a shit during a 2-hour job interview, but what if there was a way to train your mind to not give a f*ck?Why do we give a f*ck? While there are numerous self-help books readily available, this book is written with the intent of empowering you so that you can start to take control of your life and stop worrying about so many f*cks.Is this book for you?You shouldn’t read this book if:You are living a comfortable life with no challenges, and you have a ‘probably couldn’t happen’” mindset.You think it’s normal to stare at your social media platforms for hours after a post, waiting for instant gratification.You are content in weekly debates with family about how to change your life.You always say yes at work when really you should say no.Your idea of dealing with problems involves drinking heavily, taking drugs or binging on Netflix.You are a big silly goose.If you are not the type of person above, and you are sick of giving so many f*cks in life, and:You are tired of stressing about attending social events because you don’t feel good enough.You want to learn how to deal with criticism or negativity in a way that won’t make you lose sleep.You have an idea, dream or goal but feel hesitant about pursuing it.You want to organize those things you give a fuck about and become better at managing them.You are ready to make changes but need the self-motivation to get there.You know somewhere within you lies a badass who won’t take no for an answer.And so much more…Then this book is for you!In this book, you will learn the best secrets of when to give a f*ck, but most importantly, train yourself to know exactly when and how to NOT give a f*ck so you can live a better life.You will learn about:The top 10 things I personally don’t give a f*ck about and you shouldn’t eitherThe step by step method to categorize your f*cks into the list so you know exactly when they happen to apply your “not giving a f*ck” mentalityHow to face fear and accept your vulnerabilities so you don’t have to give out so many unnecessary f*cksAll the pain in the ass at work such as how to not give a fuck at a meeting, the types of co-workers and how to not give a fuck about them, or how to handle your aggressive and bullying boss in a “not giving a f*ck” wayThe joy of family and how to not give a f*ck when neededand so much, much more…Is anything above resonating with you? If Yes, then congratulations! Get this book now, and let’s start to not give a f*ck and have an awesome, stress-free and kick butt life.

What happens when a broken doll is touched by stardust? She becomes a ghost doll, of course! The newly awakened Ghost Doll and her companion Jasper, a mangy black cat, set off in search of a safe place to live. But the city is new and dangerous territory for Ghost Doll (who fell asleep in quieter times). The noise and rush of traffic terrifies her, and as for the new style of toy—complete with computer chip and battery—she can’t think of anything worse. But there is something far more sinister and dangerous lurking in the city. Someone else witnessed the falling star and is anxious to get a hold of the fragment—and Ghost Doll—for his own evil purposes. How will Ghost Doll and Jasper escape their hunter and find a home where they both are safe and loved?Fiona McDonald has created a visually stunning and poignantly told story about an unlikely friendship and the importance of feeling secure and wanted. Ghost Doll and Jasper is an Edward Gorey-esque graphic novel for kids—sure to captivate and enchant as the ethereal Ghost Doll and her alley cat Jasper embark on an adventure full of magic, suspense, and, most importantly, friendship.

No Access New York City is a collection of the hidden places and little-known facts about New York. These are the secret gems of the city and most are completely off limits to the public. Through these pages explore the secret train station below the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, the gold vault at the Federal Reserve, burial sites, tucked away establishments, secret tunnels, and so much more. All of these spots evoke a secret metropolis that is lost in time and harboring deep mysteries! What a fun way to “explore” New York!