Books with author Spencer

Why would anyone break into 19 Gentilly Lane? That's where the Gaux family lives, and everyone knows they have nothing worth stealing. More important, the house is usually guarded by Birdie Gaux's dog, Bowser, a large and handsome fellow with a big set of sharp teeth.Now Birdie is looking worried and Bowser is on the trail of something rotten. Who was behind the break in? Why is a girl with green hair asking odd questions about what happened to Birdie's dad, a policeman who was killed in the line of duty years ago? Worst of all, why is the whole town starting to stink of limeade aftershave and CAT?!? The death of Birdie's father may be a cold case, but Bowser can tell it's heating up fast. Someone is coming after Birdie and her family, and Bowser must be ready to protect them from anything. Even that awful cat.

In this "brilliant...deeply felt" (Stephen King) novel by the New York Times bestselling author of the Chet and Bernie mystery series, a deeply damaged female soldier home from the war in Afghanistan becomes obsessed with finding a missing girl, gains an unlikely ally in a stray dog, and encounters new perils beyond the combat zone.LeAnne Hogan went to Afghanistan as a rising star in the military, and came back a much lesser person, mentally and physically. Now missing an eye and with half her face badly scarred, she can barely remember the disastrous desert operation that almost killed her. She is confused, angry, and suspects the fault is hers, even though nobody will come out and say it. Shattered by one last blow—the sudden death of her hospital roommate, Marci—LeAnne finds herself on a fateful drive across the country, reflecting on her past and seeing no future. Her native land is now unfamiliar, recast in shadow by her one good eye, her damaged psyche, her weakened body. Arriving in the rain-soaked small town in Washington State that Marci called home, she makes a troubling discovery: Marci’s eight-year-old daughter has vanished. When a stray dog—a powerful, dark, unreadable creature, no one’s idea of a pet—seems to adopt LeAnne, a surprising connection is formed and something shifts inside her. As she becomes obsessed with finding Marci’s daughter, LeAnne and her inscrutable canine companion are drawn into danger as dark and menacing as her last Afghan mission. This time she has a strange but loyal fellow traveler protecting her blind side. Enthralling, suspenseful, and psychologically nuanced, The Right Side introduces one of the most unforgettable protagonists in modern fiction: isolated, broken, disillusioned—yet still seeking redemption and purpose. As Harlan Coben raves, this is "a great suspense novel, and so much more. You won't forget the heroic LeAnne Hogan—and the same goes for her dog! Not to be missed."

The best book on building strong character for boys! In this bike-riding adventure, Champ goes on a quest thru his community and learns building blocks of character from everyday heroes. Along the way, Champ meets three heroes that teach him character traits he can begin to use right away. First, the Fireman teaches Champ what it means to Be Brave. Next, the Boxer teaches that real tough guys Don't Bully.Third, the Sports Car Driver teaches CHAMP to keep Chivalry alive. Each book in the CHAMP: Building Character Series has 3 stories in 1! An easy reader for boys of all ages! The fun, rhyming, rhythm makes it easy to introduce the concepts to boys and start meaningful discussions.Mothers will appreciate the way the book introduces important qualities to their sons with verses like: "here's an idea, don't wait til you're old, you've got a mom right? then treat her like gold!"Fathers will appreciate the chance to read this book with their sons and discuss which character traits are most important to them. BUY NOW and get the Kindle version instantly, for Free! BUY NOW and start these important Character Building conversations!

Why would anyone break into 19 Gentilly Lane? That's where the Gaux family lives, and everyone knows they have nothing worth stealing. More important, the house is usually guarded by Birdie Gaux's dog, Bowser, a large and handsome fellow with a big set of sharp teeth.Now Birdie is looking worried and Bowser is on the trail of something rotten. Who was behind the break in? Why is a girl with green hair asking odd questions about what happened to Birdie's dad, a policeman who was killed in the line of duty years ago? Worst of all, why is the whole town starting to stink of limeade aftershave and CAT?!? The death of Birdie's father may be a cold case, but Bowser can tell it's heating up fast. Someone is coming after Birdie and her family, and Bowser must be ready to protect them from anything. Even that awful cat.

The fourth installment in the irresistible New York Times bestselling mystery series featuring canine narrator Chet and his human companion Bernie—“the coolest human/pooch duo this side of Wallace and Gromit” (Kirkus Reviews).Humor and intrigue combine for a “thoroughly entertaining comic mystery” (Booklist) as Spencer Quinn’s engaging and unlikely team of crime solvers takes on the case of a boy gone missing from a wilderness camp. The kid’s mother thinks her ex-husband snatched their son, but Chet’s always reliable nose leads Bernie in a new and dangerous direction. Meanwhile, matters at home get complicated when a stray puppy that looks suspiciously like Chet shows up. Affairs of the heart collide with a job that’s never been tougher, requiring our intrepid sleuths to trust each other even when circumstances—and a rival P.I.—conspire to keep them far apart.

He thought he was born Rylan Marshall……until he found out he wasn’t. Rylan was attacked, his young son murdered, his baby daughter taken. But his assailant left him with two gifts: the gift of magic…and an oath to darkness. Rylan blamed himself, even though he knew it wasn’t his fault. The life he knew was over. And war is coming. A new enemy, stronger and more fearsome than any other, appears out of the night. Will Rylan use his newfound power to make a stand? Will he learn its use in time to make a difference? Or will his oath to darkness guide him to the enemy? If you love grimdark fantasy filled with vivid realism, brutal warfare, and raw emotion, this new adventure is just for you. Get it now.For fans of The Wheel of Time, Game of Thrones, Malazan, and The Blade Itself.

All the juicy details on the breakout hit TV show that has people talking, tweeting, and tuning in week after week Rosewood Confidential is the first companion book to the dark deeds, ugly secrets, and flashy fashion of Pretty Little Liars. With six Teen Choice Awards (including Choice Summer TV Show two years in a row) and nominations from People’s Choice and GLAAD Media Awards, the show is a fan favourite, ratings success, and trending Twitter topic every time a new episode airs. Rosewood Confidential features an episode guide to the first two seasons of ABC Family’s hit show, bios of the stars, and the story of how a New York Times bestselling book series by Sara Shepard became a pop culture phenomenon. It’s as thrilling as a text message from a dead girl.

Do your kids love impossible scenarios and having to choose between them?Do they enjoy games that can be played with all the family?This book has dozens of conundrums for them!Kids love a challenge and they love to be put on the spot too, especially when it comes to making an impossible choice. So this book is perfect for them to play with friends or family, giving hours of fun and entertainment to them as they frantically search their minds for the least worst answer to some truly horrifying scenarios.Inside “Would you Rather… A Book for Kids and Families”, there are enough of these situations to keep them occupied for hours, with 10 rounds of questions that provide:Great entertainment for parties or family daysAn icebreaker when introducing them to new friendsTopics that include animals, sports, food, school and much moreGreat for travelingFun for all the familyLots of silliness that kids loveA game that has no winners or losersAnd more…With just one simple rule, that you can only make one choice in each scenario, each set of circumstances will test your child to their limits and beyond.And the best thing is, it’s just as much fun for the adults too. So don’t delay. Scroll up now and click Add to Cart for your copy!

Do your kids love impossible scenarios and having to choose between them?Do they enjoy games that can be played with all the family?This book has dozens of conundrums for them!Kids love a challenge and they love to be put on the spot too, especially when it comes to making an impossible choice. So this book is perfect for them to play with friends or family, giving hours of fun and entertainment to them as they frantically search their minds for the least worst answer to some truly horrifying scenarios.Inside “Would you Rather… A Book for Kids and Families”, there are enough of these situations to keep them occupied for hours, with 10 rounds of questions that provide:Great entertainment for parties or family daysAn icebreaker when introducing them to new friendsTopics that include animals, sports, food, school and much moreGreat for travelingFun for all the familyLots of silliness that kids loveA game that has no winners or losersAnd more…With just one simple rule, that you can only make one choice in each scenario, each set of circumstances will test your child to their limits and beyond.And the best thing is, it’s just as much fun for the adults too. So don’t delay. Scroll up now and click Add to Cart for your copy!

Enhance the way you assess student progress with Instant Assessments for Data Tracking: Language Arts for second grade. Filled with a variety of assessments, it covers topics such as:-phonics-capitalization-story elementsThis series includes all skills and standards for the entire school year.Gather information about a student’s or class’s skill level and create an all-in-one data tracking binder. This book covers grade-specific standards and skills and includes a variety of ready-to-go language arts assessments for the entire school year such as:-traditional tests-unit tests-exit tickets-prompt cards for one-on-one assessmentsShow proof of progress easily and accurately with Instant Assessments for Data Tracking. This series makes it easy to track student growth in language arts―one assessment at a time!

From the outside, Queenie the cat and Arthur the dog appear to have a lot in common. Both pets live in the charming Blackberry Hill inn. They both love their humans, twins Harmony and Bro. They both have a fondness for sausage. But that doesn't change the fact that they are mortal enemies. Goofy, big-hearted Arthur loves everyone he's ever met . . . except the snobby, scheming cat who's devoted her life to ruining his. Queenie is a bit choosier. And who can blame her? When you're brilliant AND exquisitely beautiful, you can't be expected to rub tails with commoners. Especially not slobbery dogs. But when the twins' beloved cousin is framed for murder, Queenie and Arthur must work together to clear his name . . . something Queenie finds even more distasteful than inexpensive caviar. Can two enemies put aside their differences long enough to solve the mystery?

“A heart-thumping yarn from a real-life crime analyst.” ―The Boston Globe A pair of severed feet, stored in a portable cooler, has turned up in the house of a Federal judge in El Paso, Texas. With no clues as to the killer, the victim, or the intent, the local authorities are at a loss. Enter Magnus “Steps” Craig. As part of the elite three-man Special Tracking Unit of the FBI, Steps is renowned for his incredible ability to find and follow trails over any surface. He has a kind of synesthesia, allowing him to see whatever a person has touched in a unique color―what Steps calls “shine.” While trying to grapple with the grotesque scene in El Paso, the Special Tracking Unit soon discovers another, earlier victim. Once again, only the feet in a cooler were left behind. With so few clues, Steps and his team find themselves enmeshed in the most difficult case of their careers. And the killing spree has only just begun. . .“Kope brings a refreshing authenticity to his work.” Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Mark my words, ‘Steps’ Craig is poised to take his place among our most popular and cherished thriller heroes.”―Chelsea Cain, bestselling author of Heartsick and One Kick