Books with author S. L. Hamilton

Alisa has been chosen to work as a stunt double on horseback for a big adventure movie being shot in Colorado, along with her horse Diabolo. But the minute Alisa begins work, her co-rider, Sophie, seems to have it in for her. As things go from bad to worse on set, Stardust Stables is having problems of its own. Lizzie's ex has put in a claim for half of the Stardust horses, and Diabolo is on his list . . . Discussion questions, writing prompts, and nonfiction information on horses complete the chapter book.

In dramatic pictures and simple text, readers are shown the terrifying teeth and claws, venomous poisons, and basic senses that make Lizards some of the most fearsome on Earth. Quotes from victim encounters, as well as scientific facts, bring added information to readers in short, easy-to-read bursts. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

On a cold, miserable night in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a night that wouldn't feel so unusual if it wasn't the Fourth of July, an antique wooden boat runs full-speed into a line of old railroad pilings in the shallow waters of Waishkey Bay. When Alex McKnight helps rescue the passengers, he finds three men. The driver is out cold, the other two are dazed but conscious. When they're all finally back on dry land and sent away in an ambulance, Alex figures he'll never see them again.He couldn't be more wrong.It's not enough that Natalie Reynaud, the woman who has become the center of his life, is five hundred miles away, working a dangerous undercover operation in Toronto. Now Alex has even more problems when the men from the boat get tangled up with his best friend, Vinnie. It's all Alex can do to keep Vinnie from killing them or being killed by them.With Vinnie in danger on one side of the border, and Natalie in just as much danger on the other, what comes next will be the absolute darkest hour of Alex's life, beyond anything he's ever faced before.Steve Hamilton surpasses his previous works with this suspenseful page-turner that delves into the darkness and determination of the human spirit. If you thought you knew Alex McKnight and how far he'll go for the people he cares about . . . think again.

A field trip gone awry. A student gone missing. Every teacher's worst nightmare.Elaine Sutterfeld’s teaching skills are surpassed only by her passion for her middle grade students. But she's never gotten over the disappearance of one of her favorite students--from a field trip Elaine supervised.Now, years later, Elaine spots Jenny’s distinctive pendant hanging from the neck of another young girl and she vows to find out the truth. But someone else is desperate to keep the truth buried, desperate enough to kill.When the threats begin to mount, Elaine must decide whether to play it safe or avenge Jenny’s fate, even if it kills her.If you enjoy page-turning suspense with a touch of faith, you’ll love this warm-hearted debut mystery by Mary “M L” Hamilton.Get it today!

This title introduces readers to Saltwater Fishing. Readers will learn about the types of boats, tackle, and gear that are needed to pull game fish from ocean and sea. Sought-after game fish such as mackerel, barracuda, sea bass, snook, halibut, tripletail, cobia, flounder, bluefish, and salmon are examined including how to locate them and which tackle works best with each fish's weight and habits. Safety concerns such as weather and proper casting are also addressed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In dramatic pictures and simple text, readers are shown the terrifying teeth and claws, powerful muscles, and basic senses that make Big Cats some of the most fearsome on Earth. Quotes from victim encounters, as well as scientific facts, bring added information to readers in short, easy-to-read bursts. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

“I don’t want you anymore . . .”Brady can’t believe his mother’s last words when she drops him off at summer camp.Even surrounded by hundreds of campers, he has never felt so alone. And a camp bully doesn’t help the situation. Rustic Knoll Bible Camp is a great place to make memories, but not all of them are fun and games.A betrayal, a disturbing phone call home, and a daring nighttime escape across a stormy lake challenge Brady to uncover the truthBecause truth is not always what it seems.Will the courage he learned with help from his friends be enough to face the problems at home?You’ll love Hear No Evil, first in a series, because it’s the next best thing to going to camp—no bug spray needed!Get it now.

In dramatic pictures and simple text, readers are shown the terrifying teeth, powerful muscles, venomous poisons, and basic senses that make Snakes some of the most fearsome on Earth. Quotes from victim encounters, as well as scientific facts, bring added information to readers in short, easy-to-read bursts. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Xtreme Space brings the wonders of our universe into kids' hands. Astronaut Firsts introduces readers to the great space race and both the history and future of outer space exploration. These books may be learning tools, but they are also designed to feed the interests of reluctant readers through stunning images from NASA, as well as the Hubble and Spitzer Telescopes. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Prophecy's Quest is the second book in the Andarean Realms series and picks up Brynn's story from Prophecy's Deception as he makes his way back to the Caradon rebel base with his newest companion, Sariah. Their journey is fraught with danger though as they find themselves being pursued by the ruthless Thane of Ancoulan, Nathan Kennelm. Brynn and Sariah are forced to retrace their steps back into Andarea where the danger of confronting Abbarane patrols is high.During their travels, Brynn discovers that not one, but three members of the highly-respected Elvan House of Debanikay are being held captive by the Abbarane regime. It had been thought that the entire bloodline had been extinguished and Brynn realises that the only way to guarantee they survive is to get the whole family free. He conceives a risky plan to rescue them with the aid of his may-en-ghi allies, a dragon-cat race who have magic of their own. But the path he plans to follow is narrow, and if the young mage is not careful, he may end up forfeiting his life.Along the way, Brynn is ever-mindful that he must find the key to The Prophecy. Little does he know, he has already found it, and let it go. Will he retrieve it again? And can he find it before his enemies do?Prophecy’s Quest is the second book in the Andarean Realms Prophecies series and will be followed by Prophecy’s Diversion. The first book in this series, Prophecy's Deception is also available on Amazon.More details on all my books can be found on my website: www.ashamilton.com.