Books in Eric's Epic Adventures series

Drawn from real life and giving 12 exciting narratives of ocean adventures, this book describes the variety, mystery, and thrills of studying marine life and history. Part Where in the World and part social history the chapters offer travelogues to wondrous environments and tell the reader what they'll find there. It is a high interest introduction to our world and includes maps and the additional resources available at 12StoryLibrary.com: Editor-selected news articles; videos; online resources; teacher resources; live Twitter and RSS feeds

It takes a certain kind of adventurer to sail off into the unknown of the world's oceans, sailing by the stars, alone in the vastness of a life at sea. Join an accomplished sailor for the stories of five epic mariners who set off on some of the great ocean journeys ever undertaken. Learn the art and skill of sailing from great square-riggers to the smallest craft. Learn what it takes to survive at sea, and how great sailors must adapt to challenging conditions like unpredictable weather, physical hardship, sleep deprivation, and unforeseen perils. Find out what survival strategies succeeded, and which failed-with tragic results. Illustrated throughout with maps, photographs, posters and eye-popping gatefolds, this book is the perfect introduction to the incredible distances and epic challenges of a life at sea.

Timothy is an adventurous little turtle who gets separated from his family during a day of fun at the beach. When a human boy thinks the tiny turtle is a unique rock, he snatches Timothy up and places him in his bag. Poor Timothy Turtle gets further and further from his turtle family as the human family drives back home. Timothy escapes only to find out that he has a long and winding road home! With the help of his new friends, each amazing in their own way, Timothy will learn that life comes with many surprises and challenges. Whether Timothy makes it home or not, he will discover the importance of friendship and seeing the world beyond his little turtle shell. Children will love reading the adventures of Timothy Turtle and discovering that even with its twists and turns, life is meant to be lived the fullest!

Ponderings on Lily Pads is an inspiring story about three frogs who are a misfit bunch. One can’t hop, one can’t swim and one has a voice that is too loud, making them all feel as if they don’t belong. One day, they venture upon an Old Wise Toad who shares with them stories of frogs who were just like them and how they left their own amazing impact on the animal world. Follow Claudia, Victor and Dale as they learn that what makes them seem odd at first is really what makes them shine like diamonds in the rough. Ponderings on Lily Pads is a powerful tale about embracing your differences because that’s what makes you… you!

Eric In The Snow is written and designed byJohn Carpenter. It is part of the series Eric's Adventure.Eric in the snow is the first book done and published. There are still lots of books coming out for kids and the whole family to enjoy, follow and watch out for. These are as follows: Superhero Eric to the Rescue, The Invisible Posion, The Scary Mask, Eric And The Sinking Island, and Eric at the Fairground. Enjoy reading!

Eric And The Alien Visitor is designed and written by John Carpenter and Joyous Mortel . It is the eighth book as part of the series Eric's Adventure.In this book, Eric will have an encounter with an alien being. Will he be able to be friends with a creature from another planet???What are the adventures will Eric be into this time around???So guys, lets join and share all of Eric's fun, laughter, life’s lessons and adventure. Enjoy reading !!!

This enlightening tale follows the adventures of Bailey The Big Bullying Bulldog, Harry The Hungry Beagle and Beatrice The Beautiful Poodle after they get locked up in a dog pound for getting into some serious doggie trouble. In this unique pound, the three troubled dogs are taught how to let go of their egos, greediness and vanity. They learn important life lessons from an all-knowing Bloodhound, the most important of which is: How their bad doggie behavior will come back to bite them in the tail one day! Will the trouble-making dogs learn this important life lesson in time to be set free and bring happiness to the world? Children will love this empowering, kid-friendly fable about how important it is to put good karma out into the world. It’s a delightful doggie story for the whole family!

Eric And The Haunted House is designed and written by John Carpenter and Joyous Mortel .It is the nineth book as part of the series Eric's Adventure.In this book, Eric will have an extraordinary adventure in a haunted house, will he have an encounter with a ghost??? Or will it be just his wild imagination????What are the adventures will Eric be into this time around??? Let’s find out!So guys, lets join and share all of Eric's fun, laughter, life’s lessons and adventure.