Books with author Michael O'Mara

Saba il-kheer! Welcome to Egypt. Journey to north Africa and explore the land of ancient pharaohs and great pyramids. See royal tombs, mysterious mummies, and golden treasures. Visit the lively, crowded streets of Cairo. Sail up the Nile River. Cross the desert on camelback and relax by a beautiful oasis. Top Secret Guides take readers on adventures to the most mysterious and interesting places on Earth. Each book features a trip to a different country. Readers will visit famous landmarks, discover surprising facts, and learn about the cultures and customs of the people who live there.

Take some "me" time and think about yourself and your life: What are your greatest ever ideas? Where are the hidden gems you only take special people to? Where would you live if it was scientifically possible? What are you most proud of? Which superhero powers do you wish you had? Now list them. With plenty of space to make up your own lists, this wonderful keepsake will allow you to list memories from throughout your life—whether they be happy, funny, or embarrassing—and challenges you to consider yourself and your goals in a relaxing and therapeutic way. Also including prompts on myriad topics from the serious to the emotional to the downright silly, each list will tell you a little bit about yourself and the things that matter to you.

The Most Beautiful Kite is the heartwarming story of taking pleasure in the new and wondrous triumphs of our children as they grow, and of the loving gift of letting go so they may find their own way. Author Michael O'Malley uses the colorful imagery and whimsy of a kite in a charming and unforgettable book that every parent will enjoy reading with their children.

10 short stories of 10 middle grade boys having an adventure. Some stories are historical, some are set in Australia.There’s a mermaid romance in Girl in a Red Dress, a golden son from the Goldfields, a ball boy in Game, Set, Match, horse training in the Brumby, refugee children in a Long Way to Freedom, high seas and Lord Nelson in All at Sea, and a traveling man in Flames and Wells and Sacred sites in Ireland. There’s a boy wanting to catch rabbits so he may buy a scout uniform. There’s a dog which tells us of his travels up the east coast of Australia. And then there’s the boy whose father disappears in The White Shirt.

This is a story about a squirrel who was found at birth and was raised by human parents. The story is being told as though the squirrel is telling it through his eyes. This is a true story about the many unique experiences that happened over a period of four years. It gives young children an insight of how young animals can respond to certain words and can form a special bond with humans.