Books with title The Misadventures of Jibanyan

Fun and mischief abound in the life of Cassie, an ordinary but feisty little girl with a knack for MIS-adventures.For as long as she can remember, Cassie's world revolved around a small green house with a fenced-in yard and the people who occupy it. Her active imagination and curiosity, along with a stubborn streak, gets her into heaps of trouble as she begins to push her boundaries and discover more about herself along the way. Whether she's dealing with her parents and siblings, visiting her favorite outdoor haunts, at school, on vacation, or even lurking around her own house.... a bit of MIS-adventure always follows Cassie wherever she goes!Children love Cassie because her everyday escapades, and what she learns about herself and life in spite of them, are universal in nature. Boys and girls alike just might catch a glimpse of themselves inside the pages of this book and become their own wise, spunky little mischief-makers.... without actually getting into trouble!

In 1969, a week before her fifteenth birthday, rebellious and incorrigible Pinky runs away from her northern Virginia home. Meeting up with a band of free spirits, she quickly finds herself in California and a heap of trouble. Not that Pinky hasn’t been in trouble before—she’s been numbing her pain with pot, alcohol, and self-mutilation for some time. Born while her parents were still teenagers themselves, Pinky moved from one home to another over the course of her short life, leaving her emotionally distant and guarded. Ask her, and she’ll tell you she lost all hope long ago, especially after the events of the previous year. Hope, however, is a resilient quality, given to sprouting in the strangest of situations. Confined to Belle Air, a state reform school for girls, Pinky tentatively begins forging friendships with fellow inmates and re-examining her life. Her progress is nurtured and guided by a caring English teacher, who encourages the young woman to explore her emotions through writing. An often disturbing depiction of a young life gone wrong, The Misadventures of Pinky suggests hope is never truly extinguished, no matter what fate throws in your way.

A couple of Poos find themselves in danger after being ‘born’ into the outside world. On a first day full of drama, they have to survive some unexpected problems while also trying to 'stick' together!See the world through the eyes of a Poo in this funny children’s chapter story book for Primary School kids of all ages to enjoy. Parents and teachers should also like reading this humorous story, while it’s good for reluctant readers too.This book also features follow-up questions includes the bonus poem (or 'Pooem') 'Your Poo & You', about our differences in the shape (literally) of our poos.(approx. age 6-9: 2250 words)Here's an excerpt from Chapter Poone:'Maybe we can find another dog’s bottom to hide inside?’ Mrs Poo wondered.‘Ah, that’s a fine idea!’ Mr Poo gave his wife a squelchy hug, then shouted ‘Look out!’ and threw her to the ground.Out of nowhere, a gigantic pair of two-legged monsters came running towards them. The Poos froze on the spot, terrified. The monsters were moving too fast for them to get out of the way.‘Urgh, dog poo!’ one shouted as she saw the Poos right in front of them. ‘Argh!’ screamed the other as she jumped over Mrs Poo. ‘That’s horrible, I nearly ruined my new jogging shoes!’‘Hey, less of the horrible thank you, that’s my wife!’ Mr Poo shouted angrily after them.www.peterallertonwriter.blogspot.co.uk

In 1969, a week before her fifteenth birthday, rebellious and incorrigible Pinky runs away from her northern Virginia home. Meeting up with a band of free spirits, she quickly finds herself in California and a heap of trouble. Not that Pinky hasn’t been in trouble before—she’s been numbing her pain with pot, alcohol, and self-mutilation for some time. Born while her parents were still teenagers themselves, Pinky moved from one home to another over the course of her short life, leaving her emotionally distant and guarded. Ask her, and she’ll tell you she lost all hope long ago, especially after the events of the previous year. Hope, however, is a resilient quality, given to sprouting in the strangest of situations. Confined to Belle Air, a state reform school for girls, Pinky tentatively begins forging friendships with fellow inmates and re-examining her life. Her progress is nurtured and guided by a caring English teacher, who encourages the young woman to explore her emotions through writing. An often disturbing depiction of a young life gone wrong, The Misadventures of Pinky suggests hope is never truly extinguished, no matter what fate throws in your way.

Awkward, shy and bullied by her classmates, Selma Mae finds solace in her relationship with a special bug named Jack. Jack’s many talents bring her out of her seclusion and into the spotlight—popularity is finally hers! But when Jack suffers a fatal blow at the end of a ruler, Selma Mae sets out to find a replacement. In her mania to once again become the center of attention, she willingly places many of Jack’s friends and family in grave peril. The Bug Queen Katharine launches a mission to avenge the deaths of her subjects. To escape a most horrid and painful fate, Selma must brave the obstacles faced by insects every day: hungry spiders, delicious poison, sturdy boot heels and one over-enthusiastic cat named Pokie, all in order to release the bugs she still holds prisoner. Will Selma survive? Does she make good on her promise to release her hostages? Or will she fall victim to the dangers in the terrifying world of insects? Find out in the Bug Girl Trilogy, a uniquely dark and gut-wrenching tale, told in gorgeous graphics. It’s a story you’ll never forget.