Books with author Steven K Smith

Bryce would never have just left. Thirteen-year-old Zach knows that deep in his bones. Something terrible must have happened to his older brother. But Zach must question everything when a hidden message in his favorite video game connects Bryce to a top-secret government project and a bridge to the virtual world. Racing against a deadly Ranger dispatched to stop him, Zach and his friends begin a frantic quest to find the truth. But is Zach willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to save his brother?Kids age 10-15 who are obsessed with Fortnite, Minecraft, and Ready Player One will quickly relate to this fast-paced modern-day story, the first installment of the Final Kingdom trilogy from Steven K. Smith, author of the popular middle grade series The Virginia Mysteries and Brother Wars.

"A must read for any parent" "I laughed out loud!" The hardest part of raising our three little boys is the exhaustion. We weren't prepared for that in the beginning. Now we're prepared, but just not handling it well. Ever wonder if you should laugh or cry at the end of a long day with young kids? Do you find yourself yelling to your spouse/children/neighbor/dog, “So help me if you wake that baby!” You’re not alone. Life with small kids is hard, but it just might be the best thing out there. Steven K. Smith, dad to three boys, children’s fiction author, husband, and coach, recounts in equal parts humor and sentiment the adventures of raising young children, particularly boys. Parents of all ages will quickly relate to the joys and struggles of a dad doing his best to keep his head above water in the deep end of the pool. Also by Steven K. Smith: The Virginia Mysteries - Middle Grade Adventures with a Twist of History for Ages 7-12 Book 1 - Summer of the Woods Book 2 - Mystery on Church Hill Book 3 - Ghosts of Belle Isle Book 4 - Secret of the Staircase Book 5 - Midnight at the Mansion Book 6 - Shadows at Jamestown Book 7 - Spies at Mount Vernon Brother Wars Brother Wars: Cabin Eleven

Algebra (from Arabic al-jebr meaning "reunion of broken parts") is the branch of mathematics concerning the study of the rules of operations and relations, and the constructions and concepts arising from them, including terms, polynomials, equations and algebraic structures. Together with geometry, analysis, topology, combinatorics, and number theory, algebra is one of the main branches of Mathematics. The roots of algebra goes back to the ancient Babylonians, who developed a system of mathematical calculation that allowed them to do complex calculations in an alogrithimic fashion.The study of Algebra is a continuation of all the arithmetic practice that the student has been going through the early years of Math. Algebra expands on the basic knowledge of arthimetic and broadens the knowledge of numbers and their relationship. Through practice of concepts through word problems and other real life examples the student gains mastery to move towards the more complex parts like Linear Algebra, Algebraic geometry, Abstract Algebra etc.This book is aimed at the beginner who is starting with understanding the basic concepts of Algebra. Students are gently introduced to the various concepts through simple word problems and practical examples. There are 9 sets of exercicses in this volume, slowly expanding the concept and theory with increasing complexity. There are nearly 200 word problems and examples that should give the aspiring student a thorough grounding in the basic concepts of Algebra.Happy problem solving.Steven Smith

This book has been edited by Stephen Kagen and is the second book in the 'Great White Hunter' series. It is a fictional story spun around real events near the place where Jim Corbett once worked.A leopard has become a man eater. It has killed 36 humans. The Government wants it captured or killed. Unfortunately it is the age of wild life conservation and big game hunters are extinct. Except for a few old men. Among'st these ancient relics, Henry is the best. Over populated rural India is encroaching into the jungles, into the leopards territory. So food in human form is plenty. The leopard is in a killing spree. Will Henry kill the leopard???

This book has been edited by Stephen Kagen and is the third in the 'Great White Hunter,' series. Mokameh Ghat was once Jim Corbetts territory. Situated on the banks of the Ganges, crocodiles were unknown in this part of the river. They had gone extinct sixty years ago due to excessive hunting. Till one strayed in. It was fleeing from poachers. Being an ambush hunter skilled in ambush hunting, the crocodile ambush hunts the humans living on the banks. It becomes a dreaded man eater and is credited with sixty human kills. The Indian Government wants it hunted and killed. But who will hunt it? When crocodiles went extinct, so did crocodile hunters. There is no one to hunt and kill the man eater.Thankfully, there are a few old hunters still alive. Among'st them Henry Phibbs is the best. The villagers living on the banks of the river have heard of him. He is an American who has settled down in India. The villagers home in on him and invite him to the hunt. Unfortunately age is against Henry. Will he accept the challenge?

Praise for The Rescue""Steven Trent Smith grapples boldly with several big subjects: the Japanese occupation of the Philippines; the capture of Japan's 'Z Plan' (the decisive-battle strategy for destroying the U.S. Pacific Fleet); the rescue by submarine of forty Americans stranded in the Philippines; the climactic Battle of the Philippine Sea. Meticulously researched and well written, The Rescue ties these elements together into an epic that is emotionally engaging from start to rousing finish.""-Martin Russ, author of Breakout and The Last Parallel""Smith's thoroughly researched, detailed account of the brave American and Filipino guerrillas on Negros Island in the Philippines will do much to introduce readers to this little known aspect of World War II in the Pacific. . . . This is a fascinating story well told.""-Elizabeth Norman, author of the award-winning We Band of Angels: The Untold Story of American Nurses Trapped on Bataan by the Japanese""The Rescue is a delightful journey with the gallant few who resisted the Japanese occupation of the Philippines and who shaped the larger events wh ich led to victory in the Pacific. Smith's brilliant research and unique storytelling make this account a must for all who enjoy history and a grand adventure.""-Peter Huchthausen, author of October Fury""With a photojournalist's eye for action and detail, Steven Trent Smith's The Rescue is a remarkable achievement. The incredible mission to save forty Americans stranded in the Philippines reads more like a work of fiction. . . . A must-read for all those interested in one of the great secret submarine operations of World War II and all action adventure fans alike!""-Richard P. Henrick, author of Crimson Tide and Nightwatch

The realms within Colltalios were chaotic and dangerous, Dragons roamed free to terrorise the cities, villages, and towns.But a headstrong family under the name of Marchioni had been in power for many generations, and it was they who initiated the War of the Flames.A war which saw all the realms of Colltalios along with the Elves of the east eliminate their biggest enemy.In a world consumed by greed, betrayal, and hatred.Safe now from the terrors that once dominated the lands mankind is now the new power.But dangers lurk beneath the surface of the lands, a growing army of beasts from hell eradicated decades ago edge closer to rising to the surface.The human race must end their bitter rivalries if they are to survive against an old enemy.What will become of them if they cannot align and fight together to save their very existence?

North and the West have struggled to reconcile since the murder of Queen Serafin, the young king continues in his late father’s footsteps keeping Colltalios free from dangers, and as the years passed by peace has prevailed, despite the mounting tension between the young king and the new leader of the North. Maintaining control of the realms soon becomes much more difficult, strange events in far northern sectors prompt the king the try and form an allegiance with the would-be defectors, but it won't be as simple as that. The problems in Colltalios are only just beginning, a discovery of great magnitude could be about to change Colltalios forever, can the realms unite and put aside their differences before it is too late?

A short story. Nine-year-old Harry is afraid of the dark. Not the regular dark. The pitch black dark. When his older brother, Randy, locks him in the dark basement alone with the fire-breathing furnace, Harry vows to get even! Also by Steven K. Smith: The Virginia Mysteries - Adventures with a twist of history Book 1 - Summer of the Woods Book 2 - Mystery on Church Hill Book 3 - Ghosts of Belle Isle Book 4 - Secret of the Staircase Book 5 - Midnight at the Mansion Parenting Non-Fiction Splashing in the Deep End: Adventures Raising Boys

Folks, did you like reading Rudyard Kiplings Rikki Tikki Tavi? It was a story about a mongoose and a snake. Well "Killer Snake" comes from the land of Rikki Tikki Tavi. This is in north India in the Terai where the British colonials loved to hunt. And where the famous Kipling got the idea for his story. And folks an unknown small time author by the name of Ashok Kumar Singh, who lives in this area, got the idea for his story too. This area is infested with cobra's with hundreds of snake bite deaths every year. If you read "Killer Snake." You will enjoy it. It is sinister, its deadly, its funny. It is inspired by Rikki Tikki Tavi. But I assure you it isn't half as good as the latter.Synopsis : A snake escapes from a snake charmers basket and creates havoc before it is captured again. It grows a pair of milky white fangs backed with fresh new venom bags. Its first victim is a little girl who put her hand into a rat hole which it had usurped. Another victim is the landlords maid servant in whose hair it gets entangled. The humans are terrified and pray to it to the consternation of the British officer who sometimes comes visiting. He is employed in the service of His Majesties Government of India. He just doesn't understand why anyone would pray to a snake. Especially one sitting coiled cozily on a scarecrows head. Folks it's a clash of different cultures. Read on.You will enjoy it.

Elder dragon Tremor has taken Chillington by surprise, his forces have risen and forced King Eriez to flee the city, the dragon looks to tighten his grip on his new-found kingdom, whilst his young nephews continue to play a pivotal part in the grand scheme, either alongside or against. Meanwhile, the remainder of Chillington forces must follow their king in his quest, recalling the royal forces previously dispatched across the realms becomes a huge priority. The king must request help on his journey from allies across the realms, looking to form an army strong enough to take back his home, allies from many realms will soon begin to close in on the capital of Colltalios. A dangerous group of dragons residing in the throne room, a king forced to run for his life, perilous situations for those captured inside the grand castle walls, and a northern leader that will soon have to make the biggest decision of his life. The pieces are starting to move into place, and one wrong move could result in losing much more than just stones and mortar.