Books with author Samuels

Grandmother Naan's superstitious stories seem too peculiar and childish to Phoebe Douse. But when surprising and unfortunate circumstances in Texas lead her to accept a timely invitation to attend a remote boarding school, thousands of miles away in Scotland, Phoebe finds that everything is not what she made herself believe. Unwittingly, Phoebe is thrown onto the stage of power and danger as events unfold that reveal the extent of her abilities and Naan s connection to the school. There, Phoebe is introduced to the clandestine world of S3A2 and is forced to decide between her new friends and the promises of power and S3A2 status from the welcoming but strangely mysterious Headmaster Duff. In this first installment of a YA trilogy (for ages 12 and up), Phoebe Douse: S3A2 presents an adventure-filled, coming-of-age novel, with mystery and a touch of the paranormal. There are also themes on self-discovery, valuing culture and diversity, and building trust and friendship.

Have you ever had a dream to do something wonderful? Whitney the Worker Bee did too! You can listen to the story of Whitney the Wishful Worker Bee Wanders the Big Wide World as an audio book right now. For free! See inside the book for details.Here are a few reviews the book has already received:Whitney the Worker Bee takes you inside the world of a seemingly small and insignificant worker bee, Whitney, who dreams of seeing the world. Children are transported from country to county as Whitney takes a risk and leaves her familiar surroundings to explore the world. This book is delightful, vibrant, and teaches children, both young and old, to take risks in order to make their dreams come true. ~ Samala CarringtonAs a teacher I must say it is such a lovely story with an important message to children about following their dreams! Very inspirational! Well done on an amazing story! ~ Rachel Pace, 1st Grade TeacherDownload this book now while the Free audiobook is still available!

Grandmother Naan's superstitious stories seem too peculiar and childish to Phoebe Douse. But when surprising and unfortunate circumstances in Texas lead her to accept a timely invitation to attend a remote boarding school, thousands of miles away in Scotland, Phoebe finds that everything is not what she made herself believe. Unwittingly, Phoebe is thrown onto the stage of power and danger as events unfold that reveal the extent of her abilities and Naan s connection to the school. There, Phoebe is introduced to the clandestine world of S3A2 and is forced to decide between her new friends and the promises of power and S3A2 status from the welcoming but strangely mysterious Headmaster Duff. In this first installment of a YA trilogy (for ages 12 and up), Phoebe Douse: S3A2 presents an adventure-filled, coming-of-age novel, with mystery and a touch of the paranormal. There are also themes on self-discovery, valuing culture and diversity, and building trust and friendship.

From a first-time author-illustrator, a cute and fun rhyme about a little elephant.A nose like a hosehas its highs and its lows....First-time author-illustrator Jenny Samuels has created an irresistible picture book full of playful language and fanciful illustrations. Little elephant has a nose that is always on show! And he flaunts it by decorating it with bows and by waving it around for lots of hellos! But the best thing about his nose (we suppose) is that it's so cozy when he wants to doze!

Thirteen year old Alexander thinks he's got the world figured out. He's entirely wrong. To say his fears of middle school are over the top would be an huge understatement.He’s sure that bullies are lurking around every corner. He’s certain that wedgies, swirlies and pantsings are just waiting to happen. He lives every day as if he’s prey in a sea of predators. Now, he’s convinced that an evil bully plot is unfolding – and he has a pretty good idea who’s responsible.Alexander’s friends think he’s crazy, and the bullies pretend to be innocent, but Alexander isn’t fooled. It’s time to take action and stand up for what’s right - but what if he’s wrong?He has the idea of avoiding trouble down to a science. In fact, he’s even created a smartphone app, BullyTrack, to help other kids avoid bullies, too. He knows just when to pass through the school gate in the morning (7:54 am), how to move through the hallways (fast!) and even how to eat (no condiments!). He can identify bullies anywhere he looks, just from their haircut or how they dress. He can spot “bully swagger” a mile away.When Melvin, a boy in his social studies class, says he wants to talk to him after school, Alexander is convinced that “talk” doesn’t mean talk. He puts BullyTrack in crisis mode, and works even harder to keep off the bully radar - evading Melvin at all costs. Then, inspired by a classroom assignment to face his fears, Alexander changes his mind and declares to everyone that he’s standing up to Melvin and every suspected bully in school. He transforms from being nearly invisible to unavoidable. He believes he’s heading for an inspiring victory. He’s totally wrong.

Growing up can drive you insane.Thirteen-year-old Alexander thinks he's the prey in a sea of predators—a place also known as middle school. He’s sure that bullies are lurking around every corner. He’s certain that wedgies, swirlies and pantsings are just waiting to happen. He’s even created a smartphone app to help him in his epic battle. He knows just when to pass through the school gate in the morning (7:54 a.m.), how to move through the hallways (fast!) and even how to eat (no condiments!).When Melvin, a boy in his social studies class, says he wants to talk to him after school, Alexander is sure that “talk” doesn’t mean talk. He’s convinced that an evil bully plot is unfolding, and it’s up to him to stop it. Alexander’s friends think he’s crazy, and the bullies pretend to be innocent, but Alexander isn’t fooled. It’s time to take action and stand up for what’s right. But what if he’s wrong?First book in the "Alexander Adventure" Series

In this follow-up to My Life at the Bottom of the Food Chain, and Own the Scrawny, Alexander can t help but wonder: are his friends going crazy or is he? Fights, rivalries, girlfriends and jealousy are everywhere. Everything in his life is turning upside down and backwards. If that wasn t enough to drive him over the edge, Alexander discovers that it's not just everyone else that's changing. He is, too. My Epic Life is the third volume in Rich Samuels' Alexander Adventures, a coming-of-age comedy about one boy's self-conscious stumble into his teens.

If you like soup, you're Chad's friend. If you like salad...watch out!Classmates at his new middle school thought he was crazy, but he didn’t care. Soon, they would come to him, pleading for their own soup names. Noodle, Spinach and Chowder were first. Then came Matzo Ball, Potato and Ramen. Before long, everyone wanted to be in Soup Club.He was proud to be their leader. He was ready to march with them in the epic fight against evil: against Kids Who Like Salad.SoupChad is a story about intolerance, power and the most important question of our time:Soup or Salad?

If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat;And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink;For you will heap burning coals on his head,And the Lord will reward you.~Proverbs 25:21-22Once upon a time, in MayA little bird was sad one day.The other birds had left that mornAnd Little Bird was now forlorn.“To hunt for food they wake up earlyBut early always make me surly!So I slept in, now I’m alone.The other birds are not at home.”So Little Bird flew down to seeIf any other kids were free.For he had just learned how to fly.He was so proud! He could soar high!Read more about the author on his website: http://TheUnpopularPastor.weebly.com/