Books published by publisher The Penn Publishing Company

Even death didn't stop the Army from coming after Samantha to finish her term of service.You'd think that dying would let you off the hook. But Sam's mind was uploaded to a digital world where she's been living ever since, so she comes back after each death.And now the military needs her back. Badly.*** A USA Today Bestselling author! ***We knew there was life out there in other solar systems. We also knew it wasn't friendly. Now they've arrived. It's just a single ship, but that could be more than enough. The aliens are building something out near Neptune. What the construction is and what they will do once it's complete, we don’t know. But it’s probably not a good thing for Earth.None of our ships can reach Neptune in time to stop them.No human could survive the acceleration required.But there might be an alternative, a long shot crew that can survive the journey - because they have no bodies. The proposed crew are digital minds, the uploaded consciousness of human beings. There's one catch: this venture isn't a game. Death is for keeps.Can Samantha and her friends from Valhalla Online rise to this new challenge? Or is Earth doomed?

Tapir wants to express himself, but he can’t find the words! Tapir and his friends all have nice new notebooks, just waiting to be filled. Giraffe decides to write a poem, Hippo writes a story, and Flamingo composes a beautiful song. But poor Tapir can’t think of anything to write ―and the harder he tries the more upset he becomes! But everything starts to change when Tapir stops trying to write and begins to draw.This gentle story from author and illustrator Natalie Russell will inspire even the littlest artists to find their creative spark.

A lovable dog helps his human girl solve a mystery.Thor has been accused of wrecking Mr. Gary’s yard―knocking over trash cans, eating the vegetables out of the garden, and pooping. But King and Kayla, with the help of some other neighbors, are determined to clear his name, using a wide variety of familiar and new detecting skills.With simple, straightforward language and great verbal and visual humor, the King & Kayla series from Geisel Honor Award-winning team Dori Hillestad Butler and Nancy Meyers is perfect for newly independent readers.

Artie Boyle was a run-of-the-mill American hockey dad. Then terminal cancer happened. The best doctors despaired. And Artie dared to look for a miracle. Artie had never put much stock in mysticism or miracles. But when his best friends bought tickets to fly with him to Croatia to the controversial shrine at Medjugorje where healings were known to happen, he dared it all. They found themselves in powerful ways sharing spiritually, even praying together, something they would have found very odd before. And when they came home Artie was healed—completely. The cancer was gone. The doctors at Mass General Hospital were astounded yet could offer no explanation. Six Months to Live relates not only Artie’s miraculous healing but his spiritual transformation and the hope and inspiration he offers to thousands who hear his story.

Books for children: Jarod Giraffe Needs to Get Fit Show your children the importance of exercise. Jarod Giraffe is very lazy - he doesn’t want to do any exercise. One day, he keeps falling over whenever he tries to stand. Will Jarod take the doctor’s advice and start exercising? Perfect for early listeners, this children’s storybook teaches your children: It’s good to exercise Trying new things is fun Winning isn’t important as long as you have fun It’s good to take the doctor’s advice Jarod Giraffe Needs to Get Fit is a wonderful bedtime story for all ages that’s told through rhyming verses. This storybook helps you develop your child’s listening skills with a fun and exciting adventure.

Carmen Agra Deedy’s award-winning retelling of a powerful World War II legend.Without the yellow star to point them out, the Jews looked like any other Danes. In 1940, Nazis occupied Denmark and King Christian X, beloved amongst his people, has to find some way to resist their overwhelming power. When the order goes out that all Jews must wear a yellow star on their clothes, the king has an idea that might just work. But it would take the faith and commitment of all Danes.In this retelling of a World War II legend, New York Times best-selling author Carmen Agra Deedy poignantly remind us of the power of a good, wise leader. Paired with Henri Sørensen’s arresting full-color portraits, this is a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice.Teacher’s Guide available!Bologna Ragazzi Award for Children’s Non-FictionChristopher Award (Books for Young People)Jane Addams Peace Prize (Honor Book)ABC Children’s Booksellers’ Choices (Non-fiction)Notable Books for a Global Society

This beginner’s guide explores the major attributes of Seashores and showcases their remarkable diversity using examples from around the globe.In this addition to the About Habitats series, award-winning author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children about seashores and what kinds of animals and plants live there. John Sill’s detailed, full-color illustrations reflect the wide variety of seashore topography. A glossary and afterword provide further fascinating details about seashores to inspire readers to learn more.

"Groundhog Day" is a hugely entertaining movie, widely considered a comedy classic and many peoples' favorite film of all time. Did screenwriter Danny Rubin know what he was doing when he wrote it? That it would star Bill Murray and become a hit? That it would become a touchstone for major religions? That psychologists would come to prescribe the movie to their patients? Follow this unique screenplay's exciting journey through agents, directors, studios, stars and the writer's own confused brain to emerge as one of the most delightful and profoundly affecting comedies of all time. For movie lovers and screenwriters alike, "How To Write Groundhog Day" includes the original screenplay, notes, scene sketches, and a personal tour of the Hollywood writing process from this popular screenwriting teacher.

The alien fleet is here.Nothing we have can do more than slow it down.*** A USA Today Bestselling Author! ***Stopping the alien gate wasn't enough. One ship escaped - and one ship is all it took to recreate the ring and summon another invasion fleet! Earth's forces desperately seek out that final adversary - but they're too late.The enemy has arrived in force, and it will take everything the Ghost Squadron and the Intrepid can muster to stand between the invaders and their homeworld!

One of the world's greatest classical pianists reveals how the "other world" transformed his life and career. By any measure, Byron Janis has had an extraordinary musical career. His discovery of two long-lost Chopin scores made headlines around the world, and he has been honored many times for his breathtaking performances of some of the most exciting and challenging works in the standard classical piano repertoire. As he retraces this remarkable journey in Chopin and Beyond, he shares something even more extraordinary: the other-worldly experiences that have shaped his life and music in surprising and profound ways. Shares milestones and memories from the life and musical career of one of the world's greatest pianists. Includes lively anecdotes of famous classical musicians and other notable figures, including Vladimir Horowitz and Pablo Picasso. Describes his long-secret but ultimately triumphant battle with arthritis. Recounts the paranormal experiences that deepened his personal association with Chopin, effected near miraculous recoveries from serious accidents, and more. Like the best music, Chopin and Beyond will open your mind to explore the wonder and possibility of a different world.

This beginner’s guide offers a first glimpse into the natural world of fish.In this addition to the acclaimed About… series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children the basic characteristics of what fish are, how they swim, breathe, and reproduce, and the different ways they protect themselves from predators. With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to the diversity of the fish population, from an Arctic char to a Porcupine fish. An afterword provides further details on the fish featured and inspires young readers to learn more.