Books with title Mayhem

M Freeman has been a star pupil at the Lawless School for criminal masterminds. She's been a top agent at the Fulbright Academy for extreme law enforcement. Now she finds herself in a situation she never, ever expected: a normal life! If M thinks danger is a thing of the past, however, she couldn't be more wrong. Because before she left her old life behind her, she learned a dangerous secret -- one that's made her a target. Now, with the forces of Lawless and the Fulbrights on the verge of open war, she has no choice but to rely on a ragtag team of outcasts, misfits, and troublemakers. On their own, they don't amount to much. But under M's leadership, they might just become a force to change the world. The fast-paced, unpredictable conclusion to the Lawless series is sure to appeal to fans of Spy School and The School for Good and Evil.

Tess Hernandez knew her promotion to manager of Calendar’s Town Museum was in the bag… right up until the moment the board appointed one of their member’s spoiled nephew, Lance, the position instead. Despite her shock, Tess is determined to show she’s still the best person for the job, after all Lance did steal her ideas! So when Lance is found dead on the opening night of the new exhibition Tess curated, all signs point to Tess as the culprit. After all, she badly wanted him gone. But was she the only one?Worried that she’ll be arrested any moment, single mom Tess is determined to bring the real killer to justice and uncover the secrets she fears Lance has taken with him to the grave.

M Freeman has been a star pupil at the Lawless School for criminal masterminds. She's been a top agent at the Fulbright Academy for extreme law enforcement. Now she finds herself in a situation she never, ever expected: a normal life! If M thinks danger is a thing of the past, however, she couldn't be more wrong. Because before she left her old life behind her, she learned a dangerous secret -- one that's made her a target. Now, with the forces of Lawless and the Fulbrights on the verge of open war, she has no choice but to rely on a ragtag team of outcasts, misfits, and troublemakers. On their own, they don't amount to much. But under M's leadership, they might just become a force to change the world. The fast-paced, unpredictable conclusion to the Lawless series is sure to appeal to fans of Spy School and The School for Good and Evil.

Sixth grader Slater Hannigan wants everyone to stop asking how the hill fire started.But matters only worsen after the police go door-to-door looking for neighborhood clues.Unfortunately, the real trouble begins when the new kid at school, Chicky Cicarrelli, shows Slater and his buddies a few tricks of his own.So close to carrying off his master plan, Slater's life is turned upside down when Sibley White discovers the one school rule he has broken—ultimately bringing big changes Slater Hannigan cannot escape this time.MAYHEM is second in the 4-book Mischief Series for Middle-Grade readers._____________________________________________________________________"Stefania Shaffer has crafted a fast-paced and endlessly entertaining book for middle grade readers...Humor and tension abound...students will love MAYHEM! I know my fourth graders will!"—Thomas Doyle, Language Arts Teacher, Adams 12 School District, Broomfield, CO; author of Bo Rush Sports Books"...literature that will resonate with students and...colleagues...young readers can use as a guide, and educators can use MAYHEM's story arc as a teaching tool. Stefania's done it again! (and so has Slater!)."—Barry Saide, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Tabernacle Township School District"The haunt was I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E! Some how, some way, Shaffer has managed to top MISCHIEF!...Little boys everywhere are going to be learning lots of delicious things when it comes to getting burned—by girls or matches, take your pick! Such, such, such a treat!"—Daina Lujan, Principal, Millbrae School District, Vice President, South San Francisco Unified School District Board of Trustees"MAYHEM embodies the core essence of growing up...perfect book to engage reluctant and at risk youth...tremendous book study opportunity for professional educators...as its relevance is unmatched. The teenage spirit and disposition is masterfully captured to remind us of the important life changing work we do!"—Daniel Cullen, Pennsylvania County Supervisor of Special Education, Colonial Intermediate Unit 20"MAYHEM is a true delight to read. Stefania Shaffer does a masterful job capturing the mystique and wonder of childhood. As an avid reader...I know readers of all ages will connect with the well-developed characters with a penchant for mischief."—Shelby Strong, Teacher, Patrick F. Taylor, Science and Technology Academy, Louisiana"MAYHEM has the kind of thrilling pace that will seize a young reader's attention from beginning to end. Even parents reading over shoulders will want to know how Slater Hannigan gets out his next predicament...This is a series worthy of a wide audience."—Penny Warner, best-selling author of over 60 books for adults and children, including the Agatha Award winning middle-grade mystery series, THE CODE BUSTERS CLUB

A lot can change in a few months. Jake Palmer is living proof of that. In a short time, the once–shy loner has discovered his incredible supernatural abilities and forged a tight bond with his fellow Mystyx. What's more—he's fallen for his best friend, Krystal. And fallen hard.Still, some things remain the same—like the jocks who keep bullying him. Even though they have no idea how powerful Jake has become. And while he tries to follow Krystal's advice, he may not be able to keep his cool much longer. But there are bigger problems ahead, because the darkness that's been hovering nearby is about to descend on the town of Lincoln, Connecticut. And when it does, the Mystyx will learn who to trust, who to fear and just how much is at stake

A lot can change in a few months. Jake Palmer is living proof of that. In a short time, the once–shy loner has discovered his incredible supernatural abilities and forged a tight bond with his fellow Mystyx. What's more—he's fallen for his best friend, Krystal. And fallen hard.Still, some things remain the same—like the jocks who keep bullying him. Even though they have no idea how powerful Jake has become. And while he tries to follow Krystal's advice, he may not be able to keep his cool much longer. But there are bigger problems ahead, because the darkness that's been hovering nearby is about to descend on the town of Lincoln, Connecticut. And when it does, the Mystyx will learn who to trust, who to fear and just how much is at stake

Last night at ten o’clock this morning, an empty wagon full of people ran over a dead horse and killed it. Prince Thane of Idlebury is a very bad boy with special powers—powers that could get him killed. And when he takes a nocturnal trip through the thirteen dimensions while reciting the above age-old curse, performing illegal magic, and creating mayhem, every creature in the universe knows he has found the long-lost book A Magic Maniac’s Many Ways to Make Mischief. Immediately a universal battle for the coveted book ensues, putting Thane’s life in danger. Realizing he’s in big trouble, he travels to Dimension X and begs his sister Gwen to help him. Soon Gwen unravels the secret meaning of the old curse and discovers the plot of three of the most devious kings in the universe to kill Thane, take possession of the book, and gain control of every being everywhere.In the end, Thane merges with two of the kings and transforms into a hideous creature—a creature he must overpower in order to save his life and the universe. Will Thane pay the ultimate price for his misdeeds?Or will he live to learn that magic and mayhem are a dangerous combination?

A script writer heads to the first Moon colony to tape a pilot episode of Moon Mayhem and finds himself embroiled in a more dangerous plot than he wrote.It is the very near future and the Youth Culture of the Boomer generation has caught up with Weird Science, thanks to a strange, powerful, and tea-drinking woman pulling the strings back on Earth. Research has begun on the first Moon colony into mining helium 3 for a “greener” energy for Earth. What scientists nor the production crew doesn’t know is that there is parallel and secret research being done with longevity and that the guy cast as Santa might very well be the key. Moon Mayhem is an enhanced e-book experience, taking you to other media. Read newspaper accounts of what is happening on the Moon colony as well as back on Earth. Check out Krank’s Kolumn, a blog written by a throwback to the 1960s freedom fighter, a guy out to overthrow the new corporate model for government.Longevity treatment secret research, a holiday celebration with the first visitors to the Moon colony, the taping of the pilot episode for the long (long) running Crime & Punishment franchise, and you have the recipe for Moon Mayhem, all in an enhanced e-book experience.

In this sequel to MARTY MATTERS, Marty Mitchell attempts to find a new normal after the sudden death of his father and moving back to his grandparents’ farm in Virginia. He knows nothing is the same as before his father’s death, but he feels he must try to make life tolerable for his mother. Marty believes it is a job his father would have wanted him to do. He pushes his own feelings and happiness aside to put his mother first. When someone else comes into the picture who wants to take care of his mom, too, Marty is conflicted about what to do.Marty also faces the challenge of beginning yet another new school. He fearshe will once again be the target of constant bullying and the poster child forloneliness. He knows the roles all too well. However, Marty finds himself in anunfamiliar role in his new school. Whatever else he faces, Marty and his dog, Boots, find daily life at the farm to be wonderful. While Boots roams the fields and chases critters, Marty feeds the animals and tends to chores. Things seem to be going well until an unmarked package arrives in the mail. Its simple presence indicates danger for his family as well as his friend Mark. Marty finds himself in a situation he has no control over; a situation that jeopardizes the life of his best friend, Boots

In this sequel to MARTY MATTERS, Marty Mitchell attempts to find a new normal after the sudden death of his father and moving back to his grandparents' farm in Virginia. He knows nothing is the same as before his father's death, but he feels he must try to make life tolerable for his mother. Marty believes it is a job his father would have wanted him to do. He pushes his own feelings and happiness aside to put his mother fi rst. When someone else comes into the picture who wants to take care of his mom, too, Marty is conflicted about what to do. Marty also faces the challenge of beginning yet another new school. He fears he will once again be the target of constant bullying and the poster child for loneliness. He knows the roles all too well. However, Marty finds himself in an unfamiliar role in his new school. Whatever else he faces, Marty and his dog, Boots, find daily life at the farm to be wonderful. While Boots roams the fields and chases critters, Marty feeds the animals and tends to chores. Things seem to be going well until an unmarked package arrives in the mail. Its simple presence indicates danger for his family as well as his friend Mark. Marty fi nds himself in a situation he has no control over; a situation that jeopardizes the life of his best friend, Boots.