Books with author Michael Garton

A visit to a family farm with a special tractor brings back memories for a grandfather who shares them with his grandson. Grandpa Joe takes his grandson Timmy back to the site of his family’s farm, where the old house and a ramshackle barn still stand. The visit stirs up memories for Grandpa Joe—in particular, the majesty of his own father's shiny red tractor, now rusting in the forgotten fields. An ideal gift, this picture book evokes nostalgia while demonstrating a special bond between a grandparent and grandchild.

The Ultimate Guide To Great Reggae celebrates (and helps you find) the greatest songs of reggae. It focuses on every style of reggae, from mento to Jamaican R&B, ska, rock steady, dub, DJ roots, dancehall and more. It opens with an exceptionally comprehensive brief history of reggae. This is followed by 52 chapters, each devoted to in-depth descriptions of the greatest songs for a particular artist or style. Over 750 great songs are detailed, and many more are discussed. More than 200 of reggae's stars, cult artists, one-hit wonders and forgotten greats are profiled, encompassing the music's full six decade span. Many of the songs and artists receive their overdue first coverage in print. The seven chapters on Bob Marley describe every one of his more than 600 recordings, his 200 best songs receiving detailed profiles. Well written, insightful and engaging, The Ultimate Guide To Great Reggae is more than an invaluable buyer's guide and more than a comprehensive history. It's a love letter to reggae that's joy to read. It's the one essential book for any reggae fan, and is interesting and accessible for anyone who enjoys reading about music.

This coming-of-age YA novel has the heart of Aristotle and Dante (Benjamin Alire Sáenz), the spirit of Looking for Alaska (John Green) and the punch of Street Fighter II (Super Nintendo)."I was hooked." ★★★★★ -IndieReaderDaisy is a Sylvia Plath reading, Robert Smith devotee, planning on a summer of Australian beaches with or without her two favourite boys. Obsessed gamer and jealous boyfriend Greg needs the prize money from the Scottish Street Fighter II championships to join Daisy in Oz. She wouldn’t really go without him. Would she?Scottish-born, English-accented Junaid is the couple’s best friend. Haunted by that school dance and terrified of the future, he finds himself falling for his best friend’s girl. When a disastrous event at the video game tournament brings Daisy and J closer together, Greg attempts the ultimate redemption.Each makes decisions which alter the course of their friendship, and their lives, forever. But do the answers to life’s biggest questions truly lie in kissing Daisy Parker?Praise for Kissing Daisy Parker"A real page turner" ★★★★★ -Goodreads Reviewer"Unending warmth and humour" ★★★★★ -Amazon Reviewer"Charming, poignant coming-of-age story" ★★★★★ -IndieReader"Captivating, powerful and hilariously written" ★★★★ -Reedsy Discovery

When lonely Emily tiptoes out of bed on Christmas Eve, she witnesses wild holiday enchantment in action-her cat and dog have learned how to sing "Jingle Bells," a rowdy crowd of mice are baking pies in the kitchen, and the snow-woman Emily built earlier in the day to keep her company has come to life! The best magic of all, however, is in Emily's brand-new friendship with the shy boy next door, which begins when they realize that they alone have witnessed the fantastical late-night happenings. Michael Garland's stunning illustrations are showcased in the ornate Victorian setting of Emily's home and neighborhood. Infused with warmth and mysterious action, this book is a gentle, joyful reminder that no matter what else the holiday brings, love and friendship hold the true magic of Christmas.

Children will swim with joy as they discover the rainbow of colors under the sea. Creatures of all sizes and colors entertain and educate even the youngest of readers.This book is a 2013 Teachers' Choice Award for the Family WINNER!These cute and colorful board books have chunky die-cut tabs that make pages easy to turn and learning fun! Rhyming text and colorful illustrations will engage children over and over again. The rebus-style "I Can Find" feature encourages readers to find objects in the adorable beach-themed artwork, reinforcing early learning. Each book also includes and easy-to-download FREE bonus eBook.Other titles in this series include Shapes by the Sea, and Countdown by the Sea.

A hilarious school story that explores all the possible places your homework might be hiding!When a young boy's homework goes missing, who is to blame? Of course the aliens beamed it up, or perhaps the pirates plundered the pages, or maybe the wicked witch turned his homework into a frog! Or did a dog actually eat it? With a vivid imagination and hilarious art style, Michael Garland hits all the right notes in this wonderful back-to-school story.

Readers can count on a good time with this awesome book because learning numbers has never been more fun. This playful volume introduces readers to numbers in a gentle, encouraging way. Fun questions prompt readers to actively engage with the text and help them develop confidence in their abilities. Simple text is perfect for beginning readers. Enchanting illustrations will captivate even reluctant readers and make learning feel like playing. Fun and informative, this book is the best way to introduce readers to the concept of numbers.

In the early colonies, this country was on the precipice of becoming an autocratic theocracy. The battle for democracy and equal rights was sparked by a few characters, who are now lost and forgotten pieces of history. Forefathers & Founding Fathers is an adventure, a love story, and a tale of great persistence, chronicling those who fought to create the template for America. It is a tale that every American should know and yet most do not. Travel back to 1620s London, where hardworking and creative Samuel met Mary, a unique and highly educated woman. Their journey would lead them to the colonies, where they were ostracized and sentenced to death for introducing the fundamental principles modern Americans hold dear. This fast-paced historical fiction will make you question your understanding of the founding years of this free nation. These pioneers not only sparked the ideals of democracy 150 years before Jefferson and Adams but created the template our founding fathers used to build America. This expanded second edition explores even further into the lives of these impactful figures, giving a deeper perspective on their sacrifices and devotion to this country.