Books with author Robert Dole

Thirteen-year-old Claire Swift is intrigued by Aidan, an Irish boy who is new to her school. He has a secret which he eventually shares with her—at night, he cycles into another world, one which lies unsuspected on the fringe of their own. The Nightland is a beguiling, magical place, but for those who linger in it too long, it holds deadly danger. One night, Aidan fails to return from the Nightland. Now Claire, like Orpheus descending to the underworld to regain Eurydice, must try to get him back Robert Dodds has written four novels featuring Claire and Ben Swift. 'A fantasy thriller, with moments of high drama and tension, this is a skilfully constructed novel.' SUNDAY HERALD GLASGOW

In the middle of the night, you hear feet on the stairs. They make a sound like wet fish being slapped onto a slab. They must be very big feet. And they're coming closer... What would YOU do if a a sinister troupe of supernatural clowns had picked you out as their next victim? That's the terrifying plight that faces Ben Swift and his sister Claire. If they can't find a way to outwit their pursuers, Ben will be forced to drink the clowns' magic blue potion - with terrible consequences. Suitable for ages 9 to 12. Shortlisted for the Kathleen Fidler Award. 'A genuinely spine-chilling page-turner... these clowns are no laughing matter' Kathryn Ross, SCOTTISH BOOK TRUST'A superb first novel and an author to watch' Val Bierman, CAROUSEL

Jake's mobile is going wrong. It's sending weird texts to his friends. Then they start appearing on his phone - from himself. Then the voice messages begin. A girl is trapped in a storm drain, begging him for help. But the messages delete as soon as he hears them. Finally he gets a live call from her, and he knows he has to track her down. Will itbe too late for the girl - or for Jake?Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 11+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (8+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

"The shape had stopped behind the curtain of water. A vague, shadowy shape—part human, part lizard. A huge arm reached forward, and a single claw penetrated the waterfall and pointed, glistening, at the children." Deep in a remote jungle in Mexico, something unearthly is stirring, disturbed by a party of zoologists. Ben and Claire Swift, who are there with their father, are the only ones who realize the incredible danger that threatens them all. An edge-of-the-seat thriller, lightened by the realistic, often very funny exchanges of its young hero and heroine.

After many battles with a creature only known as Zelnoff, the children Mytar finally discover and transport the sixth Mytar from Earth to Cathora, completing the last member of their group. However, the Mytar powers are still underdeveloped and require intensive training to reach their true potential. In contrast, Zelnoff has gained more of the Mytar powers and his armies roam the planet unopposed. When a circling Zentor finds their hiding place, the Mytar children are forced to flee to the mistlands where they are ambushed and scattered. With the situation seemingly hopeless, they discover critical information which points to a potential weakness in Zelnoff. With this information, one last desperate plan is devised. The Mytar must pool all their powers to fight an alien army and penetrate deep into Zelnoff’s territory, if they have any chance of defeating him.

Chris, Susie and Joe are transported back to Earth to find the remaining Mytar. To their horror, they discover that two of the three Mytar were the bullies that had tormented them at school. With the agents of Zelnoff closing in, they are forced to transport them back to Cathora against their will. Once there, these two new Mytar refuse to help and reignite old hatreds and conflicts. Hunted by the Nethral and the Taal, the Mytar children are chased relentlessly through the underworld. It becomes a race to find the sixth Mytar and develop their powers before they are captured and killed by Zelnoff's forces.

Bob Dole's political career may not have taken him to the White House, but he did pick up some great stories along the way. In this delightful collection, the longtime United States senator shares his favorite anecdotes, witticisms, and reminiscences. From the campaign trail to the Oval Office, from smoke-filled rooms to the chambers of the Capitol, Bob Dole surveys a century of political wit. There are bon mots from Calvin Coolidge, Winston Churchill, Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, and a host of other political figures. Bob Dole introduces each section with mirthful moments from his own experience, displaying the gift for wry humor that has made him a favorite guest on late-night talk shows.