Books published by publisher Kane Miller

After 365 days on the run, Cal Ormond is finally back with his family and friends, and life seems good. But one night, Cal receives a mysterious message - 30 days. Is it a real warning, or a hoax? Has his terrifying past returned to haunt him? When Cal suddenly disappears, his friends don't know what to think. Have the paparazzi driven him away, or will the truth prove to be far more sinister? Will they find him before it's too late? The clock is ticking ... again! Any second could be his last.

Ancient monsters bite off more than they can chew in this action-packed fantasy-adventure trilogy set in modern-day Japan. Kenny Blackwood arrives in Tokyo to spend the summer with his father and is stunned to discover a destiny he had never dreamed of when he finds himself in the middle of a hidden war that is about to explode. Racing against an impossible deadline, Kenny must find the fabled Sword of Heaven and use it to prevent the disaster. But a host of terrifying monsters is out to destroy him, and success will come at a price. With clever, fearless, sarcastic Kiyomi at his side, Kenny must negotiate the worlds of modern and mythic Japan to find the lost sword, before it's too late.

Cal, Winter, Ryan and Boges have had enough adventures for a lifetime. Now all their enemies are locked up or have disappeared. Still, Winter can't shake the feeling she is being watched. When she finds a note saying: The Drowner ... 30 days - her worst fears are realized. Who could be after her and her friends this time? With Cal away at flight school and a dangerous mystery to solve, will Winter be able to survive the 30-day countdown? Or will the Drowner live up to his name? The clock is ticking. Any second could be her last.

Ludwig and friends live in a world of books. One day, a postcard arrives: Ludwig's friend the penguin has a broken submarine and needs Ludwig's help -- under the sea. How can a dog who lives in a book explore the underwater world? Maybe with a bit of fairy-tale magic and some help from his friends. This is the second 3-D picture book from the author of Ludwig the Space Dog. Get ready for an adventure in another dimension.

Big and small ways kids can change the world. You can be a hero, if you want. Yes, YOU. You might not know it, but you have a lot of power: little actions that you make can have big consequences. This book details all the little and large ways anyone can help make a difference, in their neighborhood, in their country, in the world! From helping the planet through recycling and saving water, to promoting important causes with awesome art exhibitions, to partying to raise money for charity, there are tons of ideas for ways to kids to get their voices heard and make an impact on issues that are important to them. Be the change, be a hero.

A pullout tab slides out of each page to reveal a fun storybook that introduces key concepts and simple vocabulary, while the charming pictures bring the busy city vehicles to life. It's bedtime in the busy city, and all the tired vehicles want to hear their favorite stories. Settle down with the little car, firetruck, tow truck, and bus and listen along.