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Books published by publisher Michael Omara

  • How to Build a Robot

    Aubrey Smith

    Paperback (Michael O'Mara, Sept. 1, 2013)
    Simple, imaginative, affordable robot projects offer creative fun for parents and kidsFrom Star Wars to WALL-E, kids of all generations continue to be fascinated by robots. Here, finally, there is a book that teaches little kids (and big kids alike) how to make their own! This is a fun-filled activity book to be enjoyed by kids and parents together. It contains 20 different robotic projects, each beautifully illustrated with step-by-step instructions, including robot suits and jet packs, edible robots, fimo keyrings, grow-your-own-hair robots, giant robots, and more. Some will only take a few minutes, some the whole afternoon, and all use available or cheap materials, and a little imagination!
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  • Where's the Zombie?

    Michael O'Mara Books

    Hardcover (Michael O'Mara, Feb. 1, 2014)
    The fight for survival against zombies has begun! A thriller of a search book that is not for the faint of heart. Readers will be amused, entertained, and terrified as they hunt for the family of zombies among the crowds. The virus is spreading and nowhere is safe. It's a scramble for survival as the number of zombies grows with every turn of the page. From a hospital under quarantine and an underground bunker, to a White House evacuation and full-scale battle in the streets, zombie fans will love this scary and supernatural search book. With 10 specific zombies to spot in every scene, readers can follow the story from outbreak to apocalypse, with tons of dark detail and gruesomely funny illustrations on every packed page.
  • Prince of Dorkness: Diary of a Wimpy Vampire

    Tim Collins

    eBook (Michael O'Mara, May 19, 2011)
    Nigel Mullet, the unfortunate and bungling fifteen-year-old vampire, is back! But this time he not only has to deal with his daily trials of bad skin, an annoying little sister, and the worry of his fangs popping out at inopportune moments. Now he's got real problems to get his teeth into. In his latest hilarious diary, Nigel starts the new term as one of the most popular pupils in school, and he's finally got a girlfriend after more than eighty years of being single. But his life soon unravels when a new pupil, Jason, joins the school, and has his sights set firmly on Nigel's girlfriend. Oh, and did we mention that Jason is a werewolf? Vampire and werewolf go head to head in the pursuit of love . . . with hilarious consequences!
  • QEII We Love You: A Child's-eye Celebration of Queen Elizabeth II

    Michael O'Mara Books

    Hardcover (Michael O'Mara, Oct. 1, 2015)
    In September 2015, Queen Elizabeth will become Britain's longest-reigning monarch, overtaking her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria. In this wonderful celebration of her reign, primary school children offer their charming and often hilarious views on the Queen, her life, her work, and her corgis. Answering a variety of questions, such as "What does the Queen do all day?," "Where does the Queen like to go on holiday?," and "What does the Queen like to watch on television?," children offer their insights into the Queen's life. Learn how she likes to play with her corgis in the park, sit on her throne while reading the newspaper and eating pork pies, watch all the soaps on TV, and how she spends her working days waving to people and attending meetings. These entertaining and funny answers are accompanied throughout by the children’s highly imaginative drawings of the Queen. Published to coincide with this landmark occasion, this wonderful book is a tribute to our longest-serving monarch, and celebrates both her reign and the innocence of childhood.
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  • The Ice Princess Colouring Book

    Ann Kronheimer

    Paperback (Michael O'Mara, Sept. 17, 2015)
    This icy new coloring book is full of shimmering crystal palaces, dazzling mountain scenes, and perfect ice princesses! From giving friendly snowmen cuddly jumpers and coloring in a speeding sleigh to creating the perfect ball gown, The Ice Princess Colouring Book will guarantee hours of frosty fun! Children can embark on an adventure through a stunning frozen world, coloring their way from the majestic ice palace, down the frosty streets on a colorful toboggan run, past cozy log cabins, to a feast fit for an ice princess.
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  • The Midas Touch: World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks

    Mark Daniels

    Hardcover (Michael O'Mara, June 1, 2014)
    Packed with fascinating facts, a concise yet comprehensive introduction to world mythology This authoritative introduction to the legends of history will reintroduce readers to the Cyclops, Minotaur, and centaurs of the Ancient Greeks, as well as shed light on the wider world of mythology. The Midas Touch includes a stunning array of fascinating tales and gets to grips with the ancient stories of Aboriginal, Sumerian, Egyptian, Mesoamerican, Maori, Greek, Roman, Indian, Norse, and Japanese cultures, encompassing legends from the most diverse societies and the most ancient cultures from across the globe. In a concise yet comprehensive format, it is a wonderful evocation of the hugely entertaining stories and characters of mythology.
  • Niall Horan: The Unauthorized Biography

    Danny White

    Paperback (Michael O'Mara, April 1, 2014)
    Discover all you need to know about the cheeky Irish charmer in this fully up-to-date biographyNiall Horan: The Unauthorized Biography is the story of how a small town Irish boy shot to overnight national and then global fame. Born in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland, Niall's early years were difficult as he and his older brother endured the breakdown of their parents' marriage and subsequent divorce. It was during this period that Niall embarked upon his remarkable musical journey. Stints in the school choir and performances around his homeland propelled him to The X Factor and his first brushes with fame. Nothing could have prepared Niall for the adulation and success that followed.
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  • The Vlogger Diaries: Confessions of an Internet Sensation

    T. Collins

    language (Michael O'Mara, Oct. 6, 2016)
    If you can't make friends, make subscribers!Olivia Warren is living the vlogging dream. With thousands of subscribers, a gorgeous boyfriend and freebies coming through the door, it couldn't be going better. But Olivia has a secret. The girl on the vlog isn't her.How long can it last? Will Olivia be exposed as a fraud? And will Olivia's cat ever stop sleeping and do something cute enough to go viral? Discover the hilarious story of one teenage girl's journey from geeky nobody to online superstar . sort of.From the author of the bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Vampire series.
  • Sense and Sensibility

    Jane Austen

    Hardcover (Michael O'Mara, Aug. 1, 2011)
    For decades, people have enjoyed losing themselves in the stories of classic literary characters, including wondering about the fate of Marianne in the clutches of Mr. Willoughby. The novels of Jane Austen remain as popular, relevant, and enjoyable for the modern reader as they were for their contemporary readership, continuing to sell in the thousands. Elegantly packaged, with a textured, cloth-effect jackets, this novel will remain a must-read for generations to come.
  • One for Sorrow: A Book of Old-Fashioned Lore

    Chloe Rhodes

    Paperback (Michael O'Mara, Nov. 1, 2016)
    Many of the popular, often prophetic, phrases that people use on a day-to-day basis have their roots in traditional folklore. For example: "March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb," "Ladybird, ladybird, fly away home," and "The best-laid schemes o'mice an' men." Such common idioms are familiar to most people, but their history and origins are far from well known. Here readers will discover that there is a wealth of fascinating stories and history behind them. This charming book is filled with sayings, legends, and proverbs derived from the oral history of the countryside, and it unveils how they came about, what they mean, and how they came to be such a big part of language today. Written with a light touch and expert knowledge, it will entertain and inform in equal measure.
  • Write Every Time

    Lottie Stride

    Paperback (Michael O'Mara, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Full of fascinating information about the English language, Write Every Time will help to conquer spelling slip-ups and punctuation pitfalls. From getting to grips with grammar to discovering the perfect place to position punctuation—from a simple full stop to the more mysterious apostrophe.
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  • 5 Seconds of Summer: The Unauthorized Biography

    Joe Allan

    eBook (Michael O'Mara, Oct. 2, 2014)
    The biography of the hottest new Australian band taking the pop world by storm. Luke, Michael, Calum and Ashton have become an overnight sensation, topping the charts in fifty-one countries and selling out their first US solo tour in just five minutes. From their humble beginnings posting videos of their songs on YouTube to supporting One Direction on tour and releasing their first album, the past year has been a roller-coaster journey for the boys. 5 Seconds of Summer: The Unauthorized Biography explores the early lives and backgrounds of the boys, their determination to gain recognition, touring with One Direction and coping with sudden international fame. This is the story of four talented, fun and down-to-earth boys who refuse to be known as just another boy band, and is a must-have for any 5SOS fan.