Books with author Melissa Harrison

This futuristic novel has all the elements YA fiction needs to draw critical attention from reviewers, and to elicit award-nominations. It is thematically interesting, culturally diverse, well-written, futuristic, and very funny. Set in the year 2021, this fantastic YA novel explores the tension between a young woman's future building infrastructure for Augmented Reality, and the commitment she makes to her dying grandmother to honour ancient Chinese magic. The Geomancer's Compass imagines a world in the near future while exploring the Chinese immigrant experience and the expanding, elastic and shifting nature of reality.

In The Legend of The Mighty, Mighty Wendell Maddie performs her nightly routine on why bedtime should be extended. Unhinged by Maddie's song and dance, her mother gingerly helps with the magical tale of the mighty Wendell that can do the impossible. He can inspire, even give "wings and the ability to fly." The characters are familiar faces from our everyday lives. They illustrate the power of family and show gratitude towards the sometimes-forgotten father in the African-American community.

Sally Sue goes on an exciting adventure in this book! Her fears push her into new directions as she learns about herself and what is most important in her life! Sally Sue is a special kind of puppy with extraordinary qualities. Sometimes we have to be lost in order to figure out who we really are and where we came from. Join Sally Sue on this exciting journey as she meets new friends and sees her life in a whole new light!

This futuristic novel has all the elements YA fiction needs to draw critical attention from reviewers, and to elicit award-nominations. It is thematically interesting, culturally diverse, well-written, futuristic, and very funny. Set in the year 2021, this fantastic YA novel explores the tension between a young woman's future building infrastructure for Augmented Reality, and the commitment she makes to her dying grandmother to honour ancient Chinese magic. The Geomancer's Compass imagines a world in the near future while exploring the Chinese immigrant experience and the expanding, elastic and shifting nature of reality.