Books with author Rob Schneider

Over Christmas in 1776, Nathan and Sarah lose their parents, lose their home, and face a brutal blizzard in a fight to save themselves and the nation."Author Tom Schneider transports readers to the violent and inspiring crucible of America in 'The Storm 1776,' capturing the patriotic vigor and sacrifice of the country's tentative first steps. Told through the humble eyes of a traumatized young boy and his sister trying desperately to find their father, the writing is both heartfelt and historically vivid. Exploring themes of revenge, duty, familial bonds, and persistence in the face of tragedy, 'The Storm 1776' is a gripping escape that echoes with authenticity."- Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★1⁄2Christmas night, 1776. General Washington is losing the Revolutionary War. In a desperate attempt to turn the corner, he plans to cross the Delaware River and lead a surprise attack on Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey in the midst of a winter storm. Amongst Washington's troops is 14-year-old Nathan Smith, whose mother has just been murdered by a group of Hessian soldiers. While trying to care for his younger sister and track down his father, Nathan's manhood will be tested and transformed during his special war mission. In this epic tale of battle, tragedy, and independence, Nathan and his fellow Americans fight for freedom despite all the odds being stacked against them. If you like page-turning historical fiction, relatable characters, and high-stakes action, then you'll love Tom Schneider's powerful new story. Buy The Storm 1776 to bring the revolution to life!

Robyn Schneider, author of Extraordinary Means and The Beginning of Everything, delivers a sharply funny, romantic girl-meets-boy novel with a twist: boy-also-meets-girl’s-ghost-brother.When one girl’s best friend is her dead brother’s ghost, romance can be tricky. Perfect for fans of John Green and Nicola Yoon. Rose Asher believes in ghosts. She should, since she has one for a best friend: Logan, her annoying, Netflix-addicted brother, who is forever stuck at fifteen. But Rose is growing up, and when an old friend moves back to Laguna Canyon and appears in her drama class, things get complicated. Jamie Aldridge is charming, confident, and a painful reminder of the life Rose has been missing out on since her brother’s death. She watches as Jamie easily rejoins their former friends—a group of magnificently silly theater nerds—while avoiding her so intensely that it must be deliberate.Yet when the two of them unexpectedly cross paths, Rose learns that Jamie has a secret of his own, one that changes everything. Rose finds herself drawn back into her old life—and to Jamie. But she quickly starts to suspect that he isn’t telling her the whole truth.All Rose knows is that it’s becoming harder to choose between the boy who makes her feel alive and the brother she isn’t ready to lose.

She’s an ingenious and beautiful commoner He’s the rollicking goblin princeWhat was fate thinking?The Academy is for the rich and royal, not the poor daughter of a charlatan. But Brisa wants more from her life than the next town and a new scam, so she decides to break barriers and send the dean an essay on why commoners should be able to attend. She is both shocked and overjoyed when he accepts. The only catch is she must maintain top grades in her class.With the first round of tests looming, Brisa is neck-deep in studying and reports. Minor things like extracurricular activities and making friends are not on her radar. However, when she inadvertently stumbles into the middle of the Assassination game and offends Krabbs, the goblin prince, she’s drawn into being a spy for them.Krabbs and his team of miscreants show Brisa that there is more to the Academy than books, but Brisa refuses to admit that she’s having fun. She also refuses to admit that green skin and big ears are starting to look good to her. When her past threatens her future, Brisa must decide between Krabbs and the Academy.If you’re a fan of The Frog Prince, delightful twists and determined heroines, this book is for you! Download your copy today.*Note: This is a 100 page novella*

Will Saru’s past ruin his future happiness?Saru has three goals: avoid as much school work as possible, dodge the ever persistent Princess Catherine, and eat two pieces of cake with every meal.Things are going well until the new girl in the cafeteria refuses, despite Saru’s best haggling and flirting efforts, to give him an extra piece of cake.Her name is Aurora, and Saru thinks it’s adorable when she tells him to shove off, but that fades when the anger in her blue eyes pulls a memory from Saru’s mind. The first memory he’s had since he woke up on a mountainside two years ago.The rule-loving Aurora is the only connection to Saru’s past and he’s determined to find out why. He discovers that she’s a fierce warrior, a noble soul and the most interesting girl he’s ever met. When Saru’s mind reveals his dark past, he must decide between restoring his memories or having a future with Aurora.If you enjoy trouble-making boys, self-rescuing princesses and a fresh twist on two old tales, this book is for you! Download your copy today.*Note: This is a 100 page novella*

“We will be the storm.”Through a blizzard on Christmas night 1776, General Washington crosses the Delaware River and leads a desperate surprise attack on Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. Among his troops will be Fourteen-year-old Nathan Smith, who plays the most consequential role of the offensive.A day earlier on Christmas Eve, a group of Hessian soldiers loot Nathan’s home, murder his mother, and set his home ablaze, He and his younger sister Sarah flee amidst falling temperatures and the impending storm to find their father with the Continental Army across the Delaware. But their father Nat is on a mission for Washington that goes wrong and puts the reunion with his family, and the coming attack in jeopardy.During 72 hours in a bitter-cold December, the storm arrives and events forge a young man’s mettle, test a family’s bonds, and turn the tide for a young nation on the verge of defeat.

Nakusa only wants one thingTo become a fire casterNakusa grew up poor in a village of no consequence, but when she accidentally burned her neighbor’s door down with fire magic, she won a place at the Academy.After two months, despite her best efforts, Nakusa’s magic has yet to create a spark. However, strange things happen after she tries. Things like a piece of chocolate cake when the cafeteria only made yellow, or a shirt changing to the color the owner really wanted.If Nakusa isn’t a caster, then there’s no reason for her to be at the Academy. She refuses to go home, so she solicits the help of several friends, including the handsome Prince Kawbra, to find out what kind of magic she has inside of her.When conventional magic eludes her, Prince Kawbra suggests she might be something more than human. Something their kingdom hasn’t seen in generations.After Prince Kawbra turns into a snake during their first date Nakusa is forced to admit that there is more to both of them than meets the eye, and she is determined to figure out both mysteries.If you enjoy quirky magic, a snake that can roll his eyes and a new take on Eastern lore this book is for you. Download your copy today!

Royals are a painSo is pretending to be the princeThomas—a street urchin by birth—and Prince Edward have secretly been trading places since childhood. When Prince Edward goes MIA, Thomas has no choice but to attend the Academy in his place or reveal their ruse and send the kingdom into a spiral.After fighting for scraps his entire life, Thomas isn’t impressed with the teenagers at the Academy, who seem more interested in dazzling one another than applying their lessons to ruling their kingdoms.Everyone except the green eyed, red-headed merprincess, Kyla, who tells it like it is and doesn’t put up with anyone’s crap, including Thomas’s.When the student council offers Prince Edward a seat, Thomas agrees only because Kyla is a member. The council assigns Thomas and Kyla the yearly charity event where he quickly discovers that there are more layers to Kyla and the other students than he could have imagined. This Prince and the Pauper retelling is the final installment of The Fairy Tale Academy Series. If you like a reluctant imposter, a princess who wants more than a spoiled brat, and a happily ever after, this book is for you! Download your copy today.

Jak accidentally became the giant kingNow that accident might prove fatalJak has three goals: keep his status as king a secret, figure out who poisoned their bean crop, and find a way to get out of being the king of the giants without getting killed.Within his first week at the Academy, his cover is blown, he finds out that the orcs-mortal enemies to the giants-might have played a role in poisoning the beans, and a girl tells him he can't join her sparring club. Not that Jak minds a strong woman. In fact, after Maggie beats Jak's body guard in a fight, he asks her to train him.Between trying to impress Maggie, keeping his body guard from ripping an orc in two and avoiding an all-out war between nations Jak almost misses the subtle clues that will lead him to the truth about the beans.If you enjoy kick-butt girls, hilarious boys and grouchy giants, this Jack and the Beanstalk / Mulan mash-up is for you! Download your copy today.

Their hero is a fraud and only he knows it. When the truth comes knocking, can one boy conjure a way to save the day?Young Samual longs to perform magic of his own. And what’s worse, he can’t seem to convince anyone that their beloved Town Magician is a trickster without an enchanted bone in his body. So when a wicked wizard challenges the pretender to a duel, Samual vows to keep his village safe by forcing the fraudster to rise to the challenge.Determined to prevent disaster, he secretly shadows the phony protector during his training with the Grand Wizard. And when they barely escape an attack by dire wolves, Samual realizes he must partner up with his bitter rival. But keeping the truth hidden any longer may not help them outwit a powerful sorcerer.With his town in grave danger, can Samual protect the ones he loves from the forces of evil?Embracing the Magic is the enchanting first story in the Town Magician middle grade fantasy series. If you enjoy unlikely heroes, coming-of-age adventures, and spellbinding creatures, then you’ll love S.A. Schneider’s fantastical tale.Buy Embracing the Magic to leap into a world of wonder today! On sale at a special pre-order price.For prequel stories and writing activities for kids, visit https://www.sa-schneider.com/

His heart is in the right placeShe’s thinking about stabbing itSaruSaru is handsome, and he knows it. Flirting usually gets him anything he wants. Until there’s a new girl in the lunch line.Two desserts. Is that too much to ask? He’s a growing boy, he needs energy.Her name is Aurora, and Saru quickly discovers she’s a fierce warrior, a noble soul, and the most interesting girl he’s ever met.Princess AuroraAfter being asleep for 500 years, and then fighting her way out of a deadly briar patch, living at the Academy is a cake walk.Or it was until Saru comes along with his irritating need to break the rules and get his way.Either she hates him or she’s beginning to like him...When the tragic truth about their pasts comes to light, can they weather the storm, or will it tear them apart?If you enjoy trouble-making boys, self-rescuing princesses, and a fresh twist on two old tales, this book is for you. Download your copy today!The interconnected stories of the Fairy Tale Academy are full of clean romance, adventure and fun. Each of these young adult fairy tale retellings can be read as a standalone story. However, for greatest enjoyment, they should be read in order.

Thomas and Kyla share one thingThey think royals are a painThomasThomas and Prince Edward have been secretly trading places since childhood. When Prince Edward goes MIA, Thomas attends the Academy in his place.After fighting for scraps his whole life, Thomas isn’t impressed with snobby the teenagers at the Academy.Until the green-eyed, red-headed merprincess compels him to look deeper.Princess KylaKyla’s hate for Prince Samuel bleeds over onto his younger brother, Edward. Who cares if he seems nice? He’s probably a chip off the old royal block.To say she’s unhappy when the student council put her and Edward on the same project would be an understatement.To say she discovers there’s more to Prince Edward than meets the eye is a bigger understatement.When she finds out he’s been lying to her, Kyla’s anger returns, and she lashes out. Can they find it in themselves to forgive one another, or will they go their separate ways?This Prince and the Pauper retelling is the final installment of the Fairy Tale Academy Series. If you like a reluctant imposter, a princess who wants more than a spoiled brat, and a tear-jerking conclusion, this book is for you. Download your copy today!The interconnected stories of the Fairy Tale Academy are full of clean romance, adventure, and fun. Each of these young adult fairy tale retellings can be read as a standalone story. However, for greatest enjoyment, they should be read in order.