Books published by publisher Lamb's Ear Publishing

"Scrooge? I have to redeem old Scrooge? The one man I knew who was worse than I was? Impossible! I'll never be able to..."DICKENS ONLY GAVE US part of the story! Chained, shackled, and condemned to a hellish eternity, Ebenezer Scrooge's mean, sour, pruney old business partner has only one chance to free himself: to escape his own chains, he must first redeem Scrooge. So begins a journey of laughter and terror, redemption and renewal, during which Scrooge's heart, indeed, is opened; but not before Marley-in this irreverent, funny and deeply moving story-discovers his own. Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol was originally published in 1995 by Adams Media; it was immediately a Chicago Tribune bestseller. The audio version was broadcast nationwide on National Public Radio for six seasons. The play premiered in 1998 at Chicago's Goodman Theatre and won a handful of awards. It has received hundreds of productions worldwide."Marley's Christmas? Impossible! But you did it!"-Ray Bradbury"...Nothing less than an anthem to human nature, to imagination, and to the wonder of a compelling story told by a wondrous storyteller..."-Chicago TribuneFrom the AuthorI'm delighted to have the old clank-meister back in print, and it's very gratifying and heartwarming to hear from the readers who love this book. Thank you! A word: a couple of people have been upset to receive the Samuel French Acting Edition rather than the novel--FEAR NOT! If you purchase the hardbound edition, you'll receive the illustrated novel, not the playscript. For those of you who are looking for it, the paperback edition is the playscript. Enjoy!

The Riverton family had been enjoying a simple summer vacation when, through a fluke of nature, they found themselves in a strange new land.The Riverton brothers quickly realize that in this world, they have gained unusual powers. Powers that their parents fear will attract the attention of Azazel himself - the merciless wizard who brutally controls this world.The two brothers soon learn that an ancient prophecy has finally been initiated by their arrival in Trimoria. As the heirs of this prophecy, they are destined to lead the armies of men, dwarves, elves, and even a misfit ogre against the prophesied demon horde.Only one thing stands in their way.The evil wizard who has learned of their presence, and has sent assassins to wipe them from existence.[For those who enjoy reading the prequels of a series first, see Princess Interrupted - the prequel to the Prophecies series]

This novel of unusual power for older boys and girls tells the gripping and dramatic story of homeless street children forced to do whatever they have to do in order to stay alive in the brutal slums of an Ethiopian city. The two main characters, Mamo and Dani, come from stable families but are hurled by circumstances beyond their control into the dangers and deprivations of street life. They find a makeshift way to survive when they are taken into a street gang led by a tough but likable boy named Million. The gang is composed of kids who have never known the security and happiness of family life. Children of our own culture, who take for granted the protections and comforts of home and family, will be shocked when they read this spellbinding story, but they will also learn about the deprivations, uncertainties, and sometimes the stark terror experienced today by too many Third World children. The story of Mamo and Dani, although alarming in its authenticity, is also an inspiring tale of courage and generosity in a world where danger and anxiety are the norm.

An Omnibus edition of the Prophecies series which includes the full editions of Heirs of Prophecy, Tools of Prophecy, and Lords of Prophecy.In this collection of three full-sized novels, wonder and peril abound in equal measure. Welcome to Trimoria, a world dominated by a dark wizard. When a fluke of nature rips the Rivertons, a family of four, from their home world, little do they realize that their presence alone has gained them a number of enemies. In a world filled with magic and mystery, ancient prophecies predict their arrival, and proclaim the two youngest Rivertons as the only hope for the future. Can Ryan and Aaron Riverton grow into the heroic roles that are expected of them? Will they become the saviors of this world, or will the dark forces arrayed against them extinguish the last hopes of the people the Rivertons are growing to love?

Dinosaur lovers learn how to create their favorite creatures, from gentle giants and flying dinos to fearsome fiends and beyond. Drawing is easy when you break it down into steps that children know and understand. This book includes 60 die-cut shapes to help kids draw a whole bunch of their favorite dinosaurs! With the help of the simple shapes packed into the pages of this book, children will soon find themselves creating amazing drawings. All they need is some paper and colored pencils or felt-tip pens. Every drawing is explained in clear, step-by-step stages so that beginners can easily follow along.

A magic wand, a pack of magic cards, a magicians silk scarf, props for a coin trick, a magic ring trick, and more are packed into this magic box that contains the 32-page hardcover book, Lessons of the Master Magician. The book presents kids with detailed instruction for performing more than 50 tricks, which include: the floating wand; the expanding wand; the disappearing scarf, torn paper magic, conjuring magic coins, and several spellbinding card tricks. Full-color step-by-step photos with detailed captions show apprentice magicians how to perform each trick. Youthful performers will also find advice on performing ceremonial flourishes to give their acts a professional touch. Here's an enchanting box of fun for rainy afternoons with friends.

This is one of several titles in Barron's Live and Learn series for younger children. They are books that take a child's point of view, especially if the child suffers from some physical challenge or lack self-confidence in going about everyday activities. These attractively illustrated picture storybooks encourage kids never to be afraid of a challenge. Following each story are four pages of suggested activities that relate to the book's theme. A final two-page section offers advice to parents. The child in this story knows the alphabet, but she sometimes has trouble putting all the letters together to read words. No matter how hard she tries, she often mixes up the letters or writes them backwards. She's unhappy until her teacher explains that she has dyslexia, and that she can be helped to read and write correctly.

When it's time for potty training, both toddlers and parents will have fun with this book. Told in verse, it's the story of Suzy Sue, who has something very important to do! The truth is, she needs to poo--but someone has snatched her potty away! Kids will laugh at the big, bright color illustrations as they turn each page, and as Mom or Dad reads Suzy Sue's funny story. Worried, she goes running all around the farmyard, asking each of the animals if they've seen her potty. Fortunately all is well at story's end--and toddlers will be encouraged to use a potty, just like Suzy Sue.

This book has got legs--the question is, just how many are there? In this zany, laugh-out-loud counting book, little readers are challenged to figure out how many legs there would be in a room if lots of many-legged friends showed up. How many legs would there be if a dog walked in with a chimpanzee? Or a frog hopped in on a kangaroo? Or a squid rode in on a buffalo? Hilarious illustrations and fun text ratchet up the giggles as each new friend joins the party. Can you keep track of all the wacky, multiple-legged "guests" that turn up on the page? Maybe or maybe not, but you'll sure have a hoot along the way. How Many Legs? is a book that you can count on--guaranteed--from the masterful writer's mind behind Leave Me Alone.

Peek-a-boo is the first game that babies learn, and this charming lift-the-flap book encourages Mom, Dad, and Baby to play peek-a-boo with favorite family pets. A little dog, a kitten, and other pets hide their eyes in large, cheerful color illustrations that appear on every page. But lift the flaps, and the animals' friendly faces come into view. On the very last page, Baby sees his or her own face reflected in a non-breakable mirror. This first book for Baby is also available in a Spanish language edition, titled Cucu--¡Te veo! Mascotas.

Young Genius is a bright little boy who escorts children through the pages of this amusing and instructive color-illustrated book. Kids will discover answers to many interesting questions about their brains. For example: How can you look at your brain without taking it out of your head? Where do headaches come from? What is imagination? Does having a big brain make you more clever? Young Genius books explain different parts of the human body to children, showing and telling kids how each part works. In each book, Young Genius also talks about nourishing foods to help keep those body parts in great condition, and he asks questions that will prompt boys and girls to giggle--but also to get a clearer understanding of how their bodies function. The language is easy enough for children in early grades to understand, and the information is sound and reliable. One illustration in each book features tabs for kids to lift, look, and better understand how their bodies work. Cartoon-style color illustrations on every page.