Books with author Rebecca James

I Am Earth introduces kids to the basic concepts of earth science while also encouraging the importance of taking care of our special planet through environmental awareness and sustainability. Keeping Earth a happy healthy place to live is important for everyone big and small. In this Earth science book for beginners, kids learn what makes our planet so uniquely special and how people can work together to keep it a healthy home. I Am Earth is a great way to start children at an early age to care for the environment by understanding why the environment is so important and what they can do to help keep nature in balance, like recycle, reuse and conserve. For all living creatures that call planet Earth home, every day is Earth Day! Bright, vivid illustrations will capture kids’ attention and keep learning fun. “Keep Earth a happy, healthy place to live!”

Triceratops is the tough plant-eating dinosaur that kids love. In this dinosaur book for kids ages 3-8, children will learn about prehistoric life of the armored dinosaur that used to stand strong against giant predators like Tyrannosaurus rex and clever hunters like velociraptors. Triceratops was well equipped to battle the largest of foes and was one of the last dinosaurs to live on Earth.Large colorful images with interesting dinosaur and Earth science facts presented in a simple and easy to follow format, created for preschool through second-grade learners.Kids who are fascinated with the prehistoric giants of the animal kingdom will love to learn the life and times of Triceratops.

From the internationally bestselling author of Beautiful Malice comes a captivating novel of psychological suspense about love and friendship, loyalty and betrayal—perfect for readers of S. J. Watson and Lisa Unger. Tim Ellison feels lucky when he finds a cheap place to rent in his dream location, close to the restaurant where he works as a chef, and even closer to his favorite surf spot at Sydney’s popular Manly Beach. But the cavernous house is infused with a sense of foreboding, and his furnished room there comes with a condition: He must look after the mansion’s mysterious owner. Anna London is withdrawn and frail, a twenty-year-old with the inexplicable demeanor and habits of an elderly woman. From her grand home on the hill, she can see the city and the ocean, but she can never leave. Her anxieties keep her locked inside, unable to face the outside world. As Tim settles in, he struggles to get to know the person who depends on him for food and care. Slowly, Anna reveals glimpses of herself—her history, her sadness, her crippling fears. And then strange things begin to happen: loud banging in the night, unexplained figures in the shadows, sinister messages on the walls. Tim is startled to find that even as his unease about the house grows, he is increasingly attracted to its hauntingly beautiful owner. But is Anna London someone to pity, someone to love, or someone to fear? Taut and intense, Sweet Damage is an addictive novel about vulnerability, obsession, and duplicity, with a modern Gothic twist.Praise for Sweet Damage “As the feelings between Tim and Anna intensify, so do the weird happenings inside their home . . . as well as the urge to turn the novel’s pages and find out what happens next.”—All You “There are some surprises, and the characters are appealing—and, in one case, awful—enough to keep the pages turning.”—Booklist “Rebecca James weaves an engaging and well-depicted tale. . . . The tension and suspense mount almost imperceptibly. . . . [For readers] who like atmospheric psychological thrillers.”—Crime Review “Touches of Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca haunt the novel, mixed with . . . social issues, sex and identity.”—Booktrust Praise for Rebecca James and Beautiful Malice “Utterly gripping! Rebecca James is an exciting new writer.”—Cecelia Ahern, author of PS, I Love You “[An] impressive debut . . . This unflinching exploration of psychological manipulation and the tragedies it creates introduces a promising new talent in literary suspense.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “As the truth unfolds towards a devastating climax, no one escapes untouched. . . . One can only imagine what else Rebecca James has up her sleeve.”—The Daily Mail “A good, suspenseful, psychological thriller . . . worthy of passing on to friends.”—The Roanoke Times “Powerfully emotional . . . a mesmerizing story.”—Wichita Falls Times Record News

I Am A Dinosaur is a perfect book for kids ages 3-7 who are fascinated with dinosaurs. Young children will learn current scientific thought about dinosaurs while also gaining a better understanding of how these prehistoric giants fit into Earth Science.Colorful full-page pictures of favorite dinosaurs like Ankylosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus rex and many, many more will captivate toddlers. A sizing key will help children understand how big each dinosaur stands next to an average person, along with a simple pronunciation guide for each of the dinosaurs’ names, created for grade levels preschool through first grade.Even the biggest of dinosaurs was once a baby. I Am A Dinosaur tells the story of the different stages of life that many dinosaur species lived, giving children an understanding of how these prehistoric creatures evolved and have taken their place in the animal kingdom.

A call to young people to remain sexually pure until marriage.Everyone longs to be loved deeply by someone, and Rebecca St. James is no different, as demonstrated by her hit song "Wait for Me." In this revised and updated version of the 2002 release, Rebecca shares the same desires as other young people as her resolve to remain sexually pure until marriage is not common in our society.Using Scripture, pop culture, and her own experience as a point of reference, Rebecca paints a relevant and appealing picture of the value of waiting. But Rebecca also reaches out with compassion to those who have already made mistakes and reveals the mercy and healing that God brings. The new editon of this bestseller includes: a fresh design (inside and out) with eye-catching graphics; a new introduction from Rebecca; journaling sections throughout the book; and a study guide for personal or group use.

Frogs don’t start out as the hopping, green creatures that we might see sitting on a lily pad or under a leaf. They go through an amazing change. I Am a Frog introduces kids to basic biological concepts about this incredible amphibian.Big, vibrant illustrations capture the attention of children ages 3-7. Large print and easy to follow words make this a great book for parents introducing kids to science, as well as for teachers reading to a preschool or elementary school classroom.

There are many stars in the night sky, but only one that we’ve found so far that supports a planet filled with life, that’s our star, the Sun! I Am the Sun introduces kids to the basic concepts of Space and Earth science while also teaching how important the Sun is to our very existence here on Earth. From the air we breathe to the everchanging weather, the Sun is a source of life for all of us.Young children will learn about basic concepts of astronomy, how the sun got its start in space, and how it’s the glue that holds the solar system together. I Am the Sun is a great beginning science book for kids. Images are big and bright for kids ages 3-8. The concepts are basic and geared for preschool through second-grade learners.

Get ready for an awesome outer space journey to visit Mars! Kids ages 3-7 will love this easy to follow book about planet Mars and its place in our solar system. Large colorful pictures will keep toddlers engaged and teach children a beginning awareness of space and astronomy. When kids gaze at the Moon and stars, they will have a new understanding of our far-off red neighbor that may soon be a planet that people actually visit.For other awesome space adventures for kids read: I Am Earth and I Am the Moon.

From the internationally bestselling author of Beautiful Malice comes a captivating novel of psychological suspense about love and friendship, loyalty and betrayal—perfect for readers of S. J. Watson and Lisa Unger. Tim Ellison feels lucky when he finds a cheap place to rent in his dream location, close to the restaurant where he works as a chef, and even closer to his favorite surf spot at Sydney’s popular Manly Beach. But the cavernous house is infused with a sense of foreboding, and his furnished room there comes with a condition: He must look after the mansion’s mysterious owner. Anna London is withdrawn and frail, a twenty-year-old with the inexplicable demeanor and habits of an elderly woman. From her grand home on the hill, she can see the city and the ocean, but she can never leave. Her anxieties keep her locked inside, unable to face the outside world. As Tim settles in, he struggles to get to know the person who depends on him for food and care. Slowly, Anna reveals glimpses of herself—her history, her sadness, her crippling fears. And then strange things begin to happen: loud banging in the night, unexplained figures in the shadows, sinister messages on the walls. Tim is startled to find that even as his unease about the house grows, he is increasingly attracted to its hauntingly beautiful owner. But is Anna London someone to pity, someone to love, or someone to fear? Taut and intense, Sweet Damage is an addictive novel about vulnerability, obsession, and duplicity, with a modern Gothic twist.Praise for Sweet Damage “As the feelings between Tim and Anna intensify, so do the weird happenings inside their home . . . as well as the urge to turn the novel’s pages and find out what happens next.”—All You “There are some surprises, and the characters are appealing—and, in one case, awful—enough to keep the pages turning.”—Booklist “Rebecca James weaves an engaging and well-depicted tale. . . . The tension and suspense mount almost imperceptibly. . . . [For readers] who like atmospheric psychological thrillers.”—Crime Review “Touches of Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca haunt the novel, mixed with . . . social issues, sex and identity.”—Booktrust Praise for Rebecca James and Beautiful Malice “Utterly gripping! Rebecca James is an exciting new writer.”—Cecelia Ahern, author of PS, I Love You “[An] impressive debut . . . This unflinching exploration of psychological manipulation and the tragedies it creates introduces a promising new talent in literary suspense.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “As the truth unfolds towards a devastating climax, no one escapes untouched. . . . One can only imagine what else Rebecca James has up her sleeve.”—The Daily Mail “A good, suspenseful, psychological thriller . . . worthy of passing on to friends.”—The Roanoke Times “Powerfully emotional . . . a mesmerizing story.”—Wichita Falls Times Record News

An international sensation that The Wall Street Journal called a “publishing phenomenon,” this layered, poignant, and chilling novel of psychological suspense is the year’s most stunning American fiction debut. From its wrenching opening to its shocking climax, Beautiful Malice unfolds a haunting story in which people, motives, and circumstances are never what they seem.Who is Katherine Patterson? It is a question she hopes no one can answer. To erase her past, Katherine has moved to a new city, enrolled in a new school, and even changed her name. She’s done the next best thing to disappearing altogether. Now, wary and alone, she seeks nothing more than anonymity. What she finds instead is the last thing she expected: a friend.Even more unlikely, Katherine’s new friend is the most popular and magnetic girl in school. Extroverted, gorgeous, flirtatious, and unpredictable, she is everything that Katherine is not and doesn’t want to be: the center of attention. Yet Alice’s enthusiasm is infectious, her candor sometimes unsettling, and Katherine, in spite of her guarded caution, finds herself drawn into Alice’s private circle. But Alice has secrets, too—darker than anyone can begin to imagine. And when she lets her guard down at last, Katherine discovers the darkest of them all. For there will be no escaping the past for Katherine Patterson—only a descent into a trap far more sinister . . . and infinitely more seductive.

Tyrannosaurus rex is one of the most famous dinosaurs ever found. Its giant size and mouthful of sharp teeth have caught the attention of young and old alike. Kids ages 3-7 will love the big colorful pictures showing the life and times of one of the largest meat-eating dinosaurs that ever walked the earth.Scientists have a new understanding of how T-Rex survived in its prehistoric world, and many paleontologists agree that the carnivorous dinosaur might have been covered in feathers instead of reptilian skin.Kids who are fascinated with dinosaur science, as well as the Earth sciences will love to hear and see the life of the great Tyrannosaurus rex.