Books with author christopher stokes

Forced to leave the few friends she’s ever had and the only life she’s ever known, snarky fifteen-year-old Marissa arrives at Briar Creek, a remote Virginia plantation house, lonely and unhappy. Immediately upon arrival, she learns that her parents have come under the power of the demon that has dwelled there for over a century and that her very life hangs by a thread. With her life in peril, Marissa makes several discoveries that would turn any teenager’s life upside down. Finding out that the nearby town of Mills Run is inhabited by the souls of her dead relatives who continually try to communicate with her is terrifying. Knowing her parents are under full control of the demon, who unbeknownst to her wants to father a child and rule the world, is even worse. Realizing that she only has Max, her faithful dog for support, Marissa begins to give up all hope. That’s until she finds the journal of the long dead boy who used to occupy her room. Reading about his life, Marissa begins to fall in love and fantasizes about the seemingly impossible, meeting him. Her impossible dream miraculously comes true when Zachary materializes to save her life and teach her of the powers she never knew she possessed. Allied with her first love, and more powerful than any teenage girl ever dreamed, Marissa gains confidence and believes she can do anything. Together, can this improbable duo save Marissa’s family and the world from the demon before it’s too late?

Rocky the Confused Platypus is a story about one animal's quest to figure out what kind of animal he is. With the help of his 15 animal friends Rocky learns that, even though they have differences they also have a lot in common. Ideal for ages 3-5. This 9" x 9" hardcover children's book contains 36 pages of original, full-color, drawings by illustrator and author Christopher Straub. About the author and illustrator: Christopher Straub, an artist who's known best for his time on Project Runway season 6. Since the show he's done tons of product development including plush animals and other items to benefit children's charities. A great majority of his followers are parents with young children and he knew that a picture book is the next step. This is his second children's book to be published...Also see "Albert the Confused Manatee" book and plush.

Kindergarten is the year of many firsts, as children learn the alphabet, numbers, and discover new friends. Goodbye Kindergarten begins with a charming poem that celebrates children's achievements and experiences during their first magical year of education. This book captures children's achievements by tapping into their incredible imaginations and placing the power of creativity in their hands. Goodbye Kindergarten is bound to be a cherished keepsake for every kindergartner.

Children Beware! Halloween is coming, and so are the Monsters…and they want your sweets! Halloween is nearly upon us, and at midnight, all the monsters of the Halloween world, from Dracula to Frankenstein, will wake up for their yearly tricks and treats (mainly tricks). The Midnight Monsters want your sweets, and they are going to do whatever they can to get their hands on those sticky treats. But the monsters need to be quick, and eat the sweets they find, because once midnight passes, the monsters will vanish for another year. Will the monsters find those sweets? There is only one way to find out, and its by reading this colourful and spooky Halloween story. Suitable for ages 2+

He felt himself slipping. "Ayanah!" He screamed. "I'm falling! Slow down! Slow down! I'm falling off!"The big buffalo did not seem to hear him. Instead, he ran faster. "Please, Ayanah!" Askee pleaded.It was no use. His grip on the thick hair was giving. Each movement of the buffalo below him pushed him further backward until he felt himself leaving the buffalo. In slow motion seconds seemed like minutes. He saw his buffalo disappearing. When he hit the ground, he turned to see twenty thousand hooves seeking to devour him. The thundering roar boomed in his ears.

Every moment is a learning opportunity for children even Thanksgiving! Toddlers will learn colors with realistic photos of food items on the Thanksgiving table. The rhyming text and colorful photos are sure to capture the attention of even the youngest reader while helping your child recognize colors as well as fruits, vegetables and other ingredients found on Thanksgiving dinner tables.

He felt himself slipping. "Ayanah!" He screamed. "I'm falling! Slow down! Slow down! I'm falling off!" The big buffalo did not seem to hear him. Instead, he ran faster. "Please, Ayanah!" Askee pleaded. It was no use. His grip on the thick hair was giving. Each movement of the buffalo below him pushed him further backwards until he felt himself leaving the buffalo. In slow motion, seconds seemed like minutes. He saw his buffalo disappearing. When he hit the ground, he turned to see twenty thousand hooves seeking to devour him. The thundering roar boomed in his ears.