Books with author Mr. Morris

Lucky Luke arrives in Nugget Gulch in the company of another lonesome rider, John ‘The Philanthropist’ Smith. The town is buzzing with excitement over the coming horserace, and the considerable prize promised to the winner. Financially embarrassed, Luke signs up, counting on his exceptional mount to ensure victory. Unfortunately, Jolly Jumper is stolen just before the race! The lonesome cowboy will have to get by without his old friend back this time.

Transferred to a new penitentiary, the Daltons are put in a cell with Fennimore Buttercup, a counterfeiter who soon begins to regret having such noisy cellmates. To get rid of the annoying brothers, he sends them on the trail of his – made-up – stash: $100,000 buried at the foot of a boulder in Red Rock Junction. One prison escape later, pursued by Lucky Luke, they discover to their horror that the spot they seek ... is inside another penitentiary!

Lust. Ambition. Murder.When a beautiful, wealthy student is found dead in her room in Oxford’s most prestigious college, Detective Inspector Bridget Hart is called to investigate. The murdered girl appeared to have no enemies, yet was killed in a brutal and bloody assault.Haunted and driven by her own personal tragedy, newly promoted DI Bridget Hart has a lot to prove as she leads her first murder case. Her investigation uncovers a tangled web of lies, lust and ambition, and brings her into conflict with powerful interests. But no one can be above suspicion within the closed and claustrophobic confines of an Oxford college, where students and academics live and work side by side, and a ruthless killer waits to strike again. Set amongst the dreaming spires of Oxford University, the Bridget Hart series is perfect for fans of Elly Griffiths, JR Ellis, Faith Martin and classic British murder mysteries.

Lucky Luke arrives at Navajo City just in time to sign up for the town’s big rodeo. But the prize money promised to the winner is attracting some unsavoury types, and among the participating cowboys is one Cactus Kid, an unrepentant bully and outlaw. The clash is inevitable, both in and outside the arena, and Luke will have to fight with his customary aplomb and humour – before riding off to new adventures.

A gang operating around Nugget City is attacking stage coaches to steal gold shipments. After rescuing the driver of one of them, Lucky Luke arrives in town just in time to stop the murderous intents of a cheat. Pursuing the scoundrel after an epic bar fight, Luke finds out he’s a member of the gang, and will have to arrest him and the others before riding on to new adventures on the other side of the Rio Grande.

“Wisdom is better than wit,” said Jane Austen in a letter to Fanny Knight, “and in the long run will certainly have the laugh on her side.”Have you ever wanted to contribute to a discussion with an astute observation on unrequited love? Give advice to a peer on how to dress for a night out? Or end an argument with a biting quip on feminist politics? The Smart Words and Wicked Wit of Jane Austen is the perfect pocket book to carry around in your bag as you meditate on Austen’s surprisingly modern and perceptive life philosophies set against the backdrop of eighteenth century mores. Discover what she had to say about style and dress, men and women, love and heartbreak, keeping up with appearances, arts and graces, health and happiness, and more, and stock up your arsenal of wicked and practical wisdoms as you navigate life.Beautifully designed and curated, this entertaining collection compiles the wisest and wittiest Austen quotations that speak of the novelist’s enduring legacy in contemporary pop culture. Full of sense and sensibility, The Smart Words and Wicked Wit of Jane Austen is sure to delight devoted fans and casual readers alike.

Level 4 – Master: Pete and his sneaky sidekick Bumperdink the snake decide to bite off more than they can chew and steal the moon. Pete uses his knowledge of science and genetics to create a new race of peaceful humans called Snaybee Tabes. Pete’s selfish plan to control the moon backfires when the Snaybee Tabes put their brains together and beat Pete at his own game. (Ages 11-13)

A non-stop zombie apocalypse adventure written by FMP’s bestselling author, SJ Morris.The entire planet is at risk of being overrun by the dead, and millions of people have succumbed to the Z-Strain Virus. The humans who have outlasted this zombie plague will prove to be ruthless killers willing to do anything to survive this post-apocalyptic world. Abbigail Norrington sets off with her three children and their dog to find safety at the family cabin. They soon discover that Abby's dead husband had an unimaginably violent past that leads them to uncover dangerous secrets about the government. Some secrets help the family, and some they find may have driven all of humanity into this catastrophe. Trying to secure a safe refuge for those who outlived the initial outbreak, Abbigail and a group of retired military veterans set out to help those in need get to the protection of the cabin. The infected will prove to be the least of Abby's obstacles. It's what the living have in store for her that will pose the most significant threats.*Warning* There is a CliffhangerThis story is a heavy-hitting, emotionally draining adventure filled with zombies, an a$$-kicking mom, a corrupt government conspiracy, a crew of ripped retired military guys, with some jokes along the way. After all, what is the zombie apocalypse without a little fun?Is this the end of the world? We’ll find out!This is a fictional story that includes some language, violence, and mild end of the world romance. Recommended for ages 16 to 99 who are fans of TWD – Fear TWD – World War Z and other zombie apocalypse fiction.Z-Strain Book Order: Z-Strain (Book One)Z-Strain – The Road to Perdition (Book Two) Z-Strain – Fallout (Book Three) *Coming in late 2019Before the Outbreak: William DeFranco’s Story (Short story related to the series)Before the Outbreak: Zhang Wei’s Story (Short story related to the series)Before the Outbreak: Jessica Chambers’ Story (Short story related to the series)

Level 3 - Wizard: After being laughed at and bullied by the local lizard, the Scarlet Scrimple leaves the garden in search of a peaceful place to live. He arrives at the golden grape vines where he decides to take a nap inside a leaf. The Scarlet Scrimple is frightened when he awakens inside a dark, lonely cocoon, and must take the advice of the loyal praying mantis who coaches him to freedom with his wise words.

Level 4 – Master: Hazel is a bunny rabbit angel who is responsible for making it rain by pouring her magical potions on top of the clouds. After ruining her special recipe book during a huge explosion in her laboratory, her council of angels shut down the lab. With no rain in sight, but hope in her heart, Hazel is determined to find the clues that will save the town below from the drought that she carelessly caused. (Ages 11-13)