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Books published by publisher RISING STARS UK LTD

  • Robot Invasion

    Sue Graves

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., May 19, 2013)
    Dangerous Games is a range of adventure stories aimed at reluctant older readers. The series is set in a computer games company and follows designers Sima, Kojo and Tom. Each story sees them designing and developing a computer game which they then enter for real - encountering exciting and sometimes deadly situations... Sima, Tom and Kojo entr a game to try and outwit some robots. But they come face to face with a robot ruler who wants to take over Earth. Have the friends finally met their match?
  • Fireproof

    Pete Guppy

    language (Rising Stars UK Ltd, Sept. 21, 2010)
    Fireproof is part of the Survival range, edgy fiction aimed at older pupils with a low reading age, particularly boys. Each story features mostly male characters and uses simple, crisp language to keep readers engaged. Appropriate for readers aged 13 to 16+ with a reading age between 8 and 10.
  • Battle of the Games

    Felice Arena, Phil Kettle

    Paperback (Rising Stars UK Ltd, July 7, 2005)
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  • A New Striker

    Tom Watt

    language (Rising Stars UK Ltd., May 20, 2013)
    What could be better for encouraging reluctant boy readers than a series of football fiction by footie enthusiast, writer and radio presenter Tom Watt? This 12-part series of short-chapter fiction uses an involving story of a junior football team to engage reluctant boy readers in paired and guided reading sessions. Told in an amusing and slightly irreverent style that boys will love, the series will encourage even the most reluctant reader.
  • Flirting with Danger

    Pete Guppy

    language (Rising Stars UK Ltd., June 4, 2013)
    Survival is a range of edgy fiction aimed at teenagers with a low reading age. Each story features strong characters and uses simple, crisp language to keep readers engaged. All of the stories cover important contemporary and topical issues such as bullying, binge drinking, gambling, sex, drugs and arson where the characters always have to face the consequences of their actions and learn to survive. Amrit and Jermey get their first taste of freedom as they head off on a backpacking trip away from their families. But the fun soon turns to fear…
  • Alien Implants

    Paul Blum

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., May 19, 2013)
    The Extraordinary Files series follows Laura and David through sixteen off-beat, supernatural mysteries that combine an absorbing storyline with text appropriate for struggling readers.
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  • Mystery Mob and the Mummy's Curse

    Roger Hurn

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., June 4, 2013)
    There are Egyptian mummies galore at the local museum. How can the Mystery Mob escape the Mummy's Curse?The Mystery Mob series has been created specifically to encourage boys to get reading and to support teachers with paired and guided reading sessions. The books have been written by Roger Hurn, bestselling author and primary school teacher, and feature a gang of boys getting into scrapes as they investigate strange mysteries!
  • Animation

    Roger Hurn

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., June 4, 2013)
    Learn the history and art of animation! Welcome to the world of animation. Zoom in on claymation, stop-motion, cartoons and CGI! Focus on Japanese anime!
  • Graphic Novels

    Sue Graves

    language (Rising Stars UK Ltd., June 4, 2013)
    Graphic Novels are a popular choice of reading material, especially with boys. Learn how they are made and how the text and illustrations work together to tell the story on the page.The Snapshots series of colourful and visually appealing titles is designed to engage 9 to 14 year old reluctant readers. With their bold design and familiar subject matter – from battles to Batman – these books are perfect for guided reading and for encouraging less able readers to enjoy reading alone.
  • Deadly Night

    Paul Blum

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., May 22, 2013)
    Dark and atmospheric science fiction books designed to motivate struggling and reluctant readers. The series tells the continuing story of Matt Merton, one man fighting for survival in the aftermath of an alien invasion. Each book offers a powerful storyline with fast-moving narratives, specially-designed text and thought-provoking themes. Matt Merton finds a schoolboy hacking into The Firm's computers. He sends for back-up, but Dexter takes charge. The results are deadly...
  • The Warning

    Paul Blum

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd., May 22, 2013)
    Dark and atmospheric science fiction books designed to motivate struggling and reluctant readers. The series tells the continuing story of Matt Merton, one man fighting for survival in the aftermath of an alien invasion. Each book offers a powerful storyline with fast-moving narratives, specially-designed text and thought-provoking themes. Dexter and Merton are sent to a seaside town to find The Enemy. When their mission fails, The Firm sends the world a warning. Matt Merton knows this time he has seen too much...
  • Young Heroes: Karate Kevin

    Michelle Vasilu, James Brown

    eBook (Rising Stars UK Ltd, July 11, 2013)
    Ideal to engage reluctant readers aged 9-14. Kevin is being bullied by Jonny Meager, the school's worst bully. Nobody seems to be able to help Kevin. When he hides out in a sushi bar, the owner, Sammy Shu, tells Kevin he must confront Jonny by himself. Kevin knows this would work in the movies, but will it work in real life? This exciting series of short-chapter books offers page-turning adventures supported by vibrant manga-style illustrations. The gripping stories have been specially written to get boys reading, and to create a link between reading enjoyment and reading success. Each book features a different scenario and characters, each with a theme of heroic adventure. Guaranteed to grab even the most reluctant boy reader! Interest age: 7-12 Reading age: 7-8