Books with author Michael C. Harris

This is a stunningly packaged anthology of poems for the whole Christmas season from Advent, through Christmas and the New Year and ending with the promise of spring. The collection is reflective, celebratory, thought-provoking, and humorous, with a particular focus on well-known modern poets,such as John Betjeman, John Masefield, Walter de la Mare, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Dylan Thomas, Wendy Cope, Seamus Heaney, and Benjamin Zephaniah, among many others. With beautiful colour illustrations throughout, this collection makes a perfect gift at Christmas.

Talented children's author, screenwriter, and syndicated humor columnist Michael Morris has created another magical tale of exciting adventure for his youngest fans. Join the beloved Charlie the Crocodile as he discovers the secret to happiness that lies in the healthy, bright smile he eventually reveals to the world after an anxiety-filled trip to the croc dentist. As a bonus, Charlie's classmates have a wonderful surprise for the smiling crocodile! This future classic is a fantastic lesson in peer pressure, self esteem, oral hygiene, and confidence for today's children. Illustrated by the remarkable skills of Steven Smith. Pages virtually come to life thanks to the magnificent lines and colors of his artistry.

`Dear Mum, I am all right. I am not hurt. I have been kidnapped and you will receive more instructions later. Do not tell the police, or else. Martin.' As soon as he opens his front door, Martin feels that something's wrong. But he never expects the hand over his mouht, the rope aroundhiswrists, and the mysterious man who's after a large ransom. Before Martin knows it, he's a pawn in a dangerous game that becomes more and more terrifying with every turn...This novel is now reissued in a smaller format mass-market paperback.

The son of a murderer - that's what they call Simon. His father is in jail, accused of the murder of a rival cab driver. Then Simon meets Charley, grieving for her dead father, the murdered man. Against the odds Simon and Charley become friends. Together they determine to find out thereal story behind the murder. Together they face the danger that surrounds them, and bring back some hope for the future.* Michael Harrison has published three previous novels with OUP, as well as a large number of best-selling anthologies* Reissued simultaneously with two other Michael Harrison thrillers, It's My Life and Carried Away, with strong new cover look

Here is a beautiful collection of poems for young children, covering all aspects of Christmas. There are traditional carols and songs, and modern poems about children's experiences of Christmas presents and celebrations, food and families, and the snow and ice of winter. The poets includeEleanor Farjeon, Roger McGough, Charles Causley, Wes Magee, Michael Rosen, U. A. Fanthorpe, and Grace Nicholls.