Books with title The Worry Monster

The spectacular new middle-grade fantasy series from bestselling authors Garth Nix and Sean Williams.Since moving to the town of Portland, many bizarre things have happened to Jaide and Jack Shield. The twins have discovered their own magical powers--and have seen how they can go horribly wrong. They have met cats who talk and humans who keep silent about deep, dark secrets. And they have begun their fight against a deadly force known only as The Evil.Still, Jaide and Jack have yet to meet the strangest resident of Portland. It's a creature that only comes out at night, a beast that defies human description. Jaide and Jack have never seen it . . . but they're about to. And when they do, destruction and disaster won't be too far away.

Start worrying less and enjoying life with this book for people who worry or struggle with anxiety (so yeah -- everyone)! We all have a mixture of fun and not-so fun feelings. And everyone feels worried sometimes. But too much anxiety can get in the way. So this book is here to help you identify your anxiety, understand why it's just part of that thing we call life, and equip you with all the tools you need to find calm again.Playfully presented, packed with fun and helpful illustrations, and expertly vetted, author-artist Rachel Brian (co-creator of the viral "Tea Consent" video) delivers a must-have book for anyone who wonders why they worry or how to better live with their anxiety. From recognizing when you're feeling anxious and worried, to taking charge by training your brain and using awesome techniques to help you feel good again, this book will have you worrying less and living more.

Stephen Crane (1850-1893) is regarded as a master of American short story writing. First published in 1898, “The Monster” is one of his best-known novellas. It is a study of prejudice, fear and isolation in a small town near New York, where an African-American man suffers the pains of social exclusion after being disfigured by fire in order to save another man. This edition also contains the enlightening essay “A Note on Stephen Crane” written by literary critic and painter John D. Barry (1866-1942) in 1901.

There's a monster in Wiley's closet. He’s sure of it. It’s banging around and keeping him awake. Most nights he would hide under the covers, but tonight, he does the unthinkable. He courageously opens the closet door to face whatever is inside. But what he finds isn’t at all what he expected!The Wrong Monster, written by Tristram Lowe and illustrated by Jiyoon Shin, is a story of how things aren’t always as you fear them to be, and how friendship is sometimes found in the most unlikely places. Join Wiley and his new friend on an adventure through the dark house in the middle of the night. The Wrong Monster may help your child learn to face fears and sleep better. But be warned, it may also feed your child's imagination and spirit of adventure, not to mention show them a way to look at the world with optimism.

“My grandkids love this book!” “Words and illustrations are adorable.”Jack E. Wurst is the worst! He has a “Me Monster” living deep inside him!Jack is mean and selfish, never thinking of anyone but himself. Worse than that, he is a bully. Whether at home or at school, Jack enjoys being unkind to others.Everyone has given up on Jack. Except his parents. Things change quickly when Jack’s mother and father find a special way for Jack to see the terrible monster inside him. A fun story with an uplifting message for all ages of how to overcome personal selfishness and discover the joy of putting others first.“Very sweet book. LOVED IT!” Shelley C.

There's a monster in Wiley's closet. He's sure of it. It's banging around and keeping him awake. Most nights he would hide under the covers, but tonight, he does the unthinkable. He courageously opens the closet door to face whatever is inside. But what he finds isn't at all what he expected!In this story of adventure, bravery, and friendship, Wiley learns that things aren't always as you imagine them to be, and how friendship can be found in the most unlikely of places.Join Wiley and his new friend on an adventure through the dark house in the middle of the night.The Wrong Monster may help your child learn to face fears and sleep better. But be warned, it may also feed your child's imagination and spirit of adventure, not to mention show them a way to look at the world with optimism.

Huuq is a young Inuit boy who has never fit in to camp life. One day, fleeing yet another attack from the camp bullies, Huuq finds himself alone and far away from camp, with only his dog Qipik as company. On a lonesome hill, they find an egg. But this is no ordinary bird's egg. It's big. And almost looks like a stone. When Huuq breaks this mysterious egg, it unleashes a series of events that turn Huuq himself into a monstrous half-human creature. As Huuq tries to figure out why he has been turned into a monster, what the egg and its contents mean, and how he can return to his natural self, he is thrust into a world of fearsome creatures, mystical powers, and an evil the likes of which Huuq has never encountered.