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Flyaway
by Lucy ChristopherIf they saved the swan together, could she then save her friend? In a heartbeat, in a wingbeat, it happens. Isla's father falls. They're racing across the fields, following the swans flying in to winter at the lake like they do every year, when something goes wrong. And before she can even catch her breath, they're in the back of an ambulance, she's holding his hand. At the hospital, upset and scared, Isla meets Harry. Unlike the boys at school, he doesn't laugh when she tells him about her love of birds. He listens. But what is he doing there? As Isla struggles with her father's frailty and the new feelings she has for Harry, she's determined to help the only way she knows how. Outside the hospital windows, Isla watches a lone whooper swan struggling to fly. If only she could save the lost bird, would that somehow heal her dad, and cure Harry, and make everything good again? By the author of the Printz Honor Book STOLEN, an uplifting story about "the thing with feathers" - hope.
Stolen
by Lucy ChristopherA stunning debut novel with an intriguing literary hook: written in part as a letter from a victim to her abductor. Sensitive, sharp, captivating!Gemma, 16, is on layover at Bangkok Airport, en route with her parents to a vacation in Vietnam. She steps away for just a second, to get a cup of coffee. Ty--rugged, tan, too old, oddly familiar--pays for Gemma's drink. And drugs it. They talk. Their hands touch. And before Gemma knows what's happening, Ty takes her. Steals her away. The unknowing object of a long obsession, Gemma has been kidnapped by her stalker and brought to the desolate Australian Outback. STOLEN is her gripping story of survival, of how she has to come to terms with her living nightmare--or die trying to fight it.
Storm-Wake (Chicken House Novels Ser.)
by Lucy ChristopherA tour de force retelling of The Tempest from a romantic, emotional, and inspiring voice, perfect for passionate readers of all ages.Moss has grown up on the strangest and most magical of islands. Her father has a plan to control the tempestuous weather that wracks the shores. But the island seems to have a plan of its own once Callan -- a wild boy her age -- appears on its beaches. Her complex feelings for Callan shift with every tide, while her love for the island, and her father, are thrown into doubt...And when one fateful day, a young man from the outside world washes up on the beach, speaking of the Old World, nothing will ever be the same. A dark reflection of Shakespeare's The Tempest, Storm-wake is one girl's voyage of discovery -- a mesmerizing tale of magic, faith, and love.
At the Plate With... Ken Griffey Jr.
by Matt ChristopherThis biography of Ken Griffey Jr. includes his stats, and a list of career highlights of the charismatic outfielder. Matt Christopher explores the paths Griffey has traveled, the hardships he has overcome, and the highs and lows of his career.
The Comeback Challenge
by Matt ChristopherMark, center for his middle school's soccer team the Scorpions, must cope with his parents' divorce and a teammate who holds a grudge against him.
Dirt Bike Runaway
by Matt ChristopherA shy, unhappy sixteen-year-old with a talent for working with motorcycles runs away from his foster home and gets involved with a variety of people, both bad and good.
Double Play at Short
by Matt ChristopherTwelve-year-old Danny thinks that there is something very familiar about the girl who plays shortstop on the team he faces during the championship series, and his curiosity leads him to a surprising discovery about his own adoption.
Drag-Strip Racer
by Matt ChristopherAfter 16-year-old Ken inherits a racecar, he decides to become a drag racer.
The Fox Steals Home
by Matt ChristopherAlready troubled by his parent's divorce, Bobby Canfield is further distressed when he learns that his father, who has coached him in running bases, intends to move away.
Front Court Hex
by Matt ChristopherStar of the previous year's basketball team, Jerry can't do anything right in the new season, but refuses to believe his new friend who, claiming to be a warlock, predicts Jerry's play won't improve until he changes his slovenly habits.
Goalkeeper in Charge
by Matt ChristopherTina Esparza loves everything about soccer, especially that it is a team sport where no one player is in the spotlight. Imagine her surprise when the coach asks her to train as goalkeeper.
The Great Quarterback Switch
by Matt ChristopherTwelve-year-old Michael, confined to a wheelchair after an accident, uses mental telepathy to communicate football plays to his quarterback twin brother Tom, then suddenly finds himself on the field in his brother's place.
In the Huddle with...John Elway
by Matt ChristopherBiography of the football quarterback for the Denver Broncos who led his team to victory in the 1997 Superbowl.
Jackie Robinson (Legends in Sports): Legends in Sports
by Matt ChristopherThe story of legendary Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play major league baseball, is recounted in this title.
Johnny Long Legs
by Matt ChristopherEveryone in Johnny Reese's new school assumes that his long legs will make him the star of the White Cats basketball team. But his legs have no spring, and his shorter teammates can easily outjump him. On top of his troubles on the court, Johnny has to get used to a new father and stepbrother who also expect a lot from him. Will Johnny Long Legs ever be able to live up to his nickname?
Long Arm Quarterback: A New Football Team Sparks an Old Rivalry
by Matt ChristopherCap Wadell loves football; unfortunately, living in a rural town of 1,223 people makes putting together a team a little difficult. His grandfather suggests that Cap organize a local six-man team and play with other surrounding small towns. Recruiting players, finding uniforms, locating a field to play on, and securing a rule book are all easily done, but one major problem remains -- who is going to coach this team? Cap thinks his grandfather is perfect for the job, but trouble strikes when another grandfather thinks Cap's grandfather is playing favorites by putting Cap at quarterback. An old-time rivalry is about to heat up again as the grandfathers battle it out off the field and Cap and the other grandson battle it out on field. As the generations clash, nobody is exactly sure who will succeed and play the coveted quarterback position. Who in the end will prevail?
On the Court with... Dwight Howard
by Matt ChristopherDwight Howard was a high school phenomenon who soared head and shoulders above all other players to become the number one draft pick in 2004. The winning team was the Orlando Magic. Since joining the roster, Howard has powered the team to its first NBA Finals in more than a decade. He's an absolute monster on the boards and in 2009 won the coveted Defensive Player of the Year award. He's also a dunking champion, regularly posting more slams than any other player in the league. And he's not even twenty-five years old! With plenty of seasons still ahead of him, there's no telling how high Dwight Howard will soar.
On the Court with... Lisa Leslie
by Matt ChristopherSince signing with the Los Angeles Sparks in 1997, Lisa Leslie has impressed WNBA fans with her shooting, rebounding, and blocking abilities. But her notable achievements go further back. In the 1996 Olympic Games, she scored 29 points in the gold medal victory over Brazil. Her Pac-10 record for scoring, rebounding, and blocking still holds, as does her University of Southern California record for blocks. Part-time fashion model, Lisa Leslie is a high-profile athlete young readers will enjoy learning more about.
Out At Second (Matt Christopher: The #1 Sports Series for Kids)
by Matt ChristopherShould Manny keep his promise-even if it puts his friend in danger? When the Grizzlies' first basemen is sidelined two days before the playoffs, catcher Manny Griffin and second baseman Stu Fletcher take it upon themselves to help his replacement become a better player. The three practice together and all is going well-until a wild throw hits Stu right in the head! Manny gives his word to keep quiet, but a few days later, Stu starts acting funny. Now Manny faces a difficult decision: should he break his promise and let Stu and the team down... or keep silent and hope that he's not putting Stu in danger?
Snowboard Showdown: Out-of Control Competition Leads to Disaster
by Matt ChristopherRivalry flares between twelve-year-old Freddie and his fourteen-year-old brother Dondi, both on and off the snowboarding slopes, nearly leading to disaster.
Takedown
by Matt ChristopherAs he is helped by an assistant referee to prepare for a wrestling match with the neighborhood bully, Sean begins to wonder if his mentor could be his long-lost father.
Tight End
by Matt ChristopherA high school football player believes the harassment he is experiencing on and off the field is due to his father's prison record.
Top Wing
by Matt ChristopherThe soccer team suffers when Benton and Dana begin to feud about a fire that destroyed Benton's home. Dana tries to prove that his father is innocent, and that Benton is hiding something.
The Winning Stroke
by Matt ChristopherWhen hydrotherapy for an injured leg takes him to the pool on a regular basis, twelve-year-old Jerry finds himself fascinated and challenged by the rigors of competitive swimming.
World Cup: The #1 Sports Series for Kids
by Matt ChristopherSoccer. No other sport in the world captivates a bigger audience -- and no other competition electrifies its fans like the World Cup. Now, just in time for the next World Cup competition, comes a book just for kids, jam-packed with information about each and every World Cup ever played. Want to know who was behind the biggest surprise defeat of the 1950 tournament? It's in here. Curious about what happened to the Jules Rimet trophy when it was in England ? Turn to the chapter on World Cup 1966. Wondering what the term Total Football means? You'll find the answer here -- along with much, much more, including a bonus chapter on the Women's World Cup and lists of winners, runners-up, and scores of past Cups. And because it all comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they're getting the best sports writing on the shelf.