Books with title Superstitions

Ocean and Maja – two seniors in two different high schools in two different towns. Ocean is a Chota Native American banished with the rest of his Omega brothers from his homeland of the Arizona Superstition Mountains for a generations-old betrayal that resulted in the loss of the Chota’s proud heritage - Werewolves. Maja is an all-around American girl. Absolutely no association, whatsoever, between the two…except for a mysterious and irresistible pull Ocean feels towards Maja. But, after the Omega betrayal that led to the eradication of those Wolves, an ancient enemy of Diamondback shape shifters has grown in number. And now a handful of them have their sights set on Maja. Will Ocean reach her in time? Or will the Diamondback shifters cut off the Chotas' last chance to regain their honor and fulfill their duty to protect all humans?

Maja’s and Ocean’s story continues with a violent introduction to the Hellsgate Omegas, the estranged pack of Chota descendants. The Chota Wolves undergo evolutionary changes. Ocean and the rest of the Superior Omegas wage war with the Alphas and Zetas. The Crotal’nae continue to target Maja. Maja is kidnapped and comes face to face with the substance of nightmares. Will Ocean save her in time? Or will she also see Ocean in the same nightmarish light? Will learning the truth about who she is ruin the Chota’s last chance to protect the world?

Handed down from generation to generation, these intriguing maritime legends from around the globe describe a magical world beneath and above the waves. They range from the origins of the sea, as recounted in the Mahabharata and other ancient epics, to colorful instances in English literature that reflect the age-old superstitions observed by mariners and the seafaring community.Some of these stories attempt to interpret and explain observable phenomena such as waterspouts, phosphorescence, and St. Elmo's light. Others draw upon mystical, supernatural associations with the sea, from sightings of phantom galleys and apparitions to the mischievous deeds of mermaids, kelpies, and watersprites. Still others originate among the tall tales spun by ocean travelers, a tradition at least as old as The Odyssey and its legends of ship-destroying monsters and islands inhabited by giants, sea nymphs, and witches. Nine evocative illustrations complement these enchanting tales.

Handed down from generation to generation, these intriguing maritime legends from around the globe describe a magical world beneath and above the waves. They range from the origins of the sea, as recounted in the Mahabharata and other ancient epics, to colorful instances in English literature that reflect the age-old superstitions observed by mariners and the seafaring community.Some of these stories attempt to interpret and explain observable phenomena such as waterspouts, phosphorescence, and St. Elmo's light. Others draw upon mystical, supernatural associations with the sea, from sightings of phantom galleys and apparitions to the mischievous deeds of mermaids, kelpies, and watersprites. Still others originate among the tall tales spun by ocean travelers, a tradition at least as old as The Odyssey and its legends of ship-destroying monsters and islands inhabited by giants, sea nymphs, and witches. Nine evocative illustrations complement these enchanting tales.

For many generations, the Crownley's always had triplets: two sons and a daughter. So when twin daughters are born to the Crownley family, it’s regarded as a very bad omen… The Crownleys are renowned herbalists in their community and descendants of Superstition's settler and they are sure to point this out to their daughters at every turn. When six years pass, the third child is born…another daughter. Powers that have not been gifted for many generations begin to emerge within these girls and it attracts the attention of people all over the kingdom. Magical artefacts once thought to be legend, re-surface. And stories told to children begin to have a ring of truth. So what purpose could three incredibly different sisters from a backwards village possibly have?

Playing a sport requires training and skill. But many believe winning also involves luck. Athletes often have good luck charms or pregame rituals. Coaches and fans do too. From college and professional leagues to the Olympics, superstitions are everywhere in the world of sports. But do these interesting items and peculiar practices actually help teams win?Space 8, a Hi-Lo nonfiction series for young adults, reads like an infinity of facts. This series is full of high-interest topics that grab readers from the first page. Each book features stories about fascinating people and places and engages readers with compelling information; full-color photographs and illustrations; and detailed graphic elements including charts, tables, and infographics. Readers will find these books both captivating and inspiring.