The world is in lockdown, and Jack has been stuck at home for what feels like an eternity. When he discovers a mysterious tunnel under his bed, an amazing adventure unfolds for Jack and his little sister, Lily. Together, they discover a magical forest, stop a powerful crystal from falling into the wrong hands, travel to the ends of the galaxy, and fight a gang of mutant hyenas. Along the way, they are joined by Winston, the Tortoise, and Dougie, a Mole whose superb tunneling skills might just save the day.
Life in the Underground United States really freakin' sucks. No freedom, no sunlight, and the whole place smells like armpit. That's what life has been like for Sam and his little sister Ella for the past eight years, ever since the Draft took their parents. So pretty much hell. But at least they had each other. Until they didn't. As if Underground life couldn't get any worse, Ella mysteriously goes missing without a trace. Sam must now embark on a dangerous journey through the unknowns of the Underground to find her. But will he find her before it's too late? Will a brother's love be enough to save her?
"The Chronicles of Alarion" – “A Magical Adventure Awaits” Book # 1: Alarion and the Cryptic Key Alarion and the Cryptic Key is the captivating first installment in a thrilling fantasy series "The Chronicles of Alarion"A Magical Adventure Awaits follows the journey of a young hero, Alarion, who stumbles upon a mysterious artifact—an ancient key with untold powers. This discovery marks the beginning of an extraordinary quest that takes him into a forgotten world filled with magic, danger, and untold secrets. Key Points of the Book Series: A Mysterious Artifact The heart of the story revolves around Alarion’s discovery of the Cryptic Key, an ancient, magical object that unlocks gateways to hidden realms. This artifact plays a pivotal role, in guiding Alarion’s journey and unveiling long-lost secrets about the world and his destiny. An Unlikely Hero Alarion is not your typical hero—he’s a curious, brave, and occasionally clumsy young man who gets thrust into a world he didn’t even know existed. Readers will relate to his everyman qualities while cheering for his growth as he learns to embrace his fate. A Forgotten World Through the key, Alarion is introduced to a world that’s been hidden for centuries. This forgotten realm is filled with magical creatures, ancient wisdom, and dark forces that have been waiting to be unleashed. The world-building is rich, immersive, and full of surprises, offering readers a fantastical escape. Action-Packed Adventure From treacherous landscapes to intense battles, Alarion and the Cryptic Key is packed with action, ensuring readers are engaged from the very first page. Alarion encounters enemies, puzzles, and dangerous challenges that test both his courage and wits. Intriguing Allies and Foes Along the way, Alarion encounters a range of unique characters, from loyal friends who help him on his journey to cunning enemies who seek to control the power of the Cryptic Key. Each character is thoughtfully developed, adding depth to the narrative and creating emotional stakes for readers. A Quest for Truth and Power At its core, the series is about the quest for knowledge, power, and identity. Alarion is not only discovering the world around him but also uncovering who he is and what role he’s destined to play in the grander scheme of things. His journey is both external and internal, making this series a compelling read for anyone who loves character-driven stories. A Series with Layers While Alarion and the Cryptic Key is the first book, it hints at a much larger story that will unfold in subsequent volumes. Readers will be eager to follow Alarion’s journey in future installments, with deeper mysteries, powerful new enemies, and evolving friendships. Features: Epic Fantasy for All Ages: This book series appeals to both young adults and older readers who enjoy immersive fantasy worlds, magical adventures, and relatable heroes. Engaging World-Building: The forgotten realms, magical artifacts, and mystical creatures in this series provide a rich and engaging backdrop that fans of fantasy will love. Character-Driven Narrative: Readers will quickly become invested in Alarion’s journey, his struggles, and his triumphs as he grows from an ordinary young man into a hero. Exciting and Accessible: The fast-paced storytelling and mix of humor, suspense, and heart make this book an easy yet thrilling read for a wide audience. Series Continuity: With the promise of more books to come, readers will be eager to continue the adventure in future installments, such as Alarion and the Secrets of Tiderune. Perfect for Fans Like: Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Alarion and the Cryptic Key is perfect for fans of classic fantasy adventures, filled with magic, mystery, and a hero who must unlock his true potential to save the world. This series promises to take readers on a thrilling, magical ride they won’t soon forget. Don’t miss the start of Alarion’s epic adventure. Unlock the mystery of Alarion and the Cryptic Key today!
Ghost. Ape. Living dead. Young and albino, Chipo has been called many things, but to her mother – Zimbabwe’s most loyal Manchester United supporter – she had always been a gift. On the eve of the World Cup, Chipo and her brother flee to Cape Town, hoping for a better life and to share in the excitement of the greatest sporting event ever to take place in Africa. But the Mother City’s infamous Long Street is a dangerous place for an illegal immigrant and an albino. Soon Chipo is caught up in a get-rich-quick scheme organised by her brother and the terrifying Dr Ongani. Exploiting gamblers’ superstitions about albinism, they plan to make money and get out of the city before rumours of looming xenophobic attacks become a reality. But their scheming has devastating consequences. Set in the underbelly of a pulsating Cape Town, Meg Vandermerwe’s Zebra Crossing is an arresting debut and a bold, lyrical imagining of what it’s like to live in another person’s skin.
Warning: This sci-fi adventure is not for the faint of heart! Two intergalactic BFFs with the galaxy at their fingertips, tasked with a mission to uplift humanity. When best friends and soulmates Commander Zhang and Lieutenant Simon receive an important galactic assignment to incarnate on Earth and help humanity with ascension, the adventuresome and fun-loving duo quickly agrees to help. But from the moment their training for the earth mission begins – including the curious art of Pleaidean sexual cultivation – they quickly become obsessed with the practice and side-tracked with potentially disastrous results. Incarnating as popular actors and models and brand ambassadors into the heart of China’s booming entertainment industry, and tasked with exposing the rampant corruption – the pair have their work cut out for them. When Zhang falls asleep and forgets his assignment, Simon is left scrambling to salvage their mission and prevent catastrophe. Their zany antics and chaotic misadventures are enough to leave their beleaguered team of spirit guides scrambling yet determined to help the pair stay focused long enough to usher humanity into a new age. Dive into this wild MM romantic comedy adventure that’s bursting with larger-than-life characters, unexpected twists, and a pair of BFFs with a knack for getting into trouble. The first book in The Star Seed Series is a nonstop fun, sexy, feel-good metaphysical sci-fi adventure like no other. Scroll up and grab your copy today!
A New York Times bestselling series A USA TODAY bestselling series A California Young Reader Medal–winning series In this riveting series opener, a telepathic girl must figure out why she is the key to her brand-new world before the wrong person finds the answer first. Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. She’s skipped multiple grades and doesn’t really connect with the older kids at school, but she’s not comfortable with her family, either. The reason? Sophie’s a Telepath, someone who can read minds. No one knows her secret—at least, that’s what she thinks… But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she’s not alone. He’s a Telepath too, and it turns out the reason she has never felt at home is that, well…she isn’t. Fitz opens Sophie’s eyes to a shocking truth, and she is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known. But Sophie still has secrets, and they’re buried deep in her memory for good reason: The answers are dangerous and in high-demand. What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death—and time is running out.
Book 1: BLUE JOHN’S CAVERN Traveling through caves, jumping through time. Nothing interesting ever happens in Diamond Falls, West Virginia, and that's doubly true for local teenagers Emma and Brody. Little do they know that their neighbor, a famous geologist, is about to show them the wildest time of their lives. When Mr. M's prized rock and mineral collection is destroyed before it can be displayed at the state museum, Emma and Brody jump at the chance to find new samples. The geologist accepts the offer, and promptly sends them back to the year 1775 to help! Back in time and across the pond in Derbyshire, England, Emma and Brody team with a mysterious young girl named Max to recover one of the rarest minerals in the world: Blue John Fluorite. Tapping into courage they never knew they had, the formerly ordinary West Virginians must protect a cave, avoid gun-toting soldiers, and return to the present before they're trapped forever. Book 2: RUSHER’S GOLD A time-traveling cave. A vicious band of miners…and pure gold. After a successful trip to 1775 England where they collected the rare Blue John Fluorite, Emma and Brody are quick to jump at the chance to travel to the California Gold Rush in 1851. When they arrive at the Gold Rush and meet an old acquaintance, they think the mission will be easy until they realize their friend may not be able to help them at all. When their actions in the past erase their future, can Emma and Brody right the wrong? With a hostile group of miners hot on their trail, Brody and Emma must collect the gold, save their friends, and salvage the future before it is too late. Book 3: BLACK’S OPAL Determined to find the perfect Black Opal, Emma and Brody with the help of Mr. M’s granddaughter, travel to Lightning Ridge, Australia in 1925. As they navigate a herd of stampeding kangaroo, goat cart races, and flying boomerangs, the kids meet Rose, a young girl whose mysterious secret will rock their world forever. When their attempts to collect the perfect opal anger the locals, the kids flee and accidentally land over 2000 years in the future in South Carolina. Can the kids figure out how to return to their own state and time? Will Rose’s secret stop them from helping Mr. M? Will Max finally figure out who destroyed her Grandfather’s prized rock and mineral collection and why? The answers are all inside but may leave you with a new mystery to solve. Book 4: EGERAN’S MOUNTAIN Teenagers Emma and Brody are at it again as they jump into the magical Crystal Cave and land in Italy in the year 2050 to collect a rare mineral from the top of the world’s most dangerous volcano. Little do they know that the typically quiet Mount Vesuvius is just about to roar to life for the first time in over 100 years. When Rose sneaks to the future and finds that Emma and Brody are in grave danger, she races to find Max and asks her to help save their friends. As Emma and Brody team with a group of college students to climb up the crater’s summit over 300 feet in the air to collect the prized samples, they must risk their lives to save their friends when a terrible rockslide turns into the nightmare of a full volcanic eruption. Will Rose and Max arrive in time to save Emma, Brody, and their best friend, Aspen? Will the secret of the crystal cave be lost forever? And, why did a simple rock and mineral collection put so many lives in jeopardy? As the mystery of who destroyed Mr. M’s rock and mineral collection is solved, Max is shocked to learn the reason why and more determined than ever to save her friends…and her family. If you like a little excitement thrown in with your science, then you'll love Tracy Diane's fast-paced and exciting series, the Crystal Cave Adventures. Join the adventure today!
Kristin Bjornsen lived a normal life, right up until the day the spaceships floated into view above Denver. As human slaves were herded into the maw of a massive vessel, Kristin realized her normal life was over and her fight for freedom was just beginning… The alien Catteni value strength and intelligence in their slaves—and Kristin has managed to survive her enslavement while hundreds of other humans have not. But her trial has just begun, for now she finds herself part of a massive experiment. The aliens have discovered a new world, and they have a simple way of finding out if it’s habitable: drop hundreds of slaves on the surface and see what happens. If they survive, colonization can begin. If not, there are always more slaves.
Collects Adventures of the X-Men #1-6, Adventures of Spider-Man #3. Animated-style adventures from one of the X-Men’s greatest eras! Wolverine takes on the savage Hulk — but whose side are Havok and X-Factor on? And what does the gamma-powered Leader have to do with it all? Meanwhile, Beast and Gambit face the evil machinations of Mister Sinister — with a little help from Spider-Man! Things take an occult turn for Cyclops, courtesy of the demonic N’Garai and the Dweller-in-Darkness! And when Magneto and his Brotherhood commit an act of war, the X-Men must respond — but as the situation explodes out of control, it just might bring about the Apocalypse…with a capital ‘A’! Who will be left standing in the ultimate survival-of-the-fittest battle?
A Unique Twist on Shape-Shifters with Fast-Paced Action, Thrilling Adventure, Mystery, and a Bit of Romance Flo lives an eccentric life—she travels with a popular circus in which the main acts star orphaned children with secret shape-shifting abilities. Once Flo turns sixteen, she must perform, but she’s not ready. While practicing jumping a flaming hurdle in a clearing beside the circus, she spots a dark figure in the trees and fears he saw her shift. The news sends the circus into a panic. In Flo’s world, shifters are unknown to humans with the exception of a secret organization—the EOS, referred to as “hunters.” Hunters capture and kill. They send some shifters to labs for observation and testing—testing they don’t often survive—and deem others useless, a danger to society, and eliminate them. To avoid discovery, shifters travel in packs, constantly moving and keeping themselves hidden. Up until now, the circus was the perfect disguise. Believing she has brought attention to the group, Flo feels dread and anxiety, causing her to make a mistake in front of the audience during her performance—a mistake that triggers a violent attack from the hunters. Flo manages to flee the torched circus grounds with Jett, the bear shifter who loves her; the annoying elephant triplets; and a bratty tiger named Pru. Together they begin a new journey, alone in a world they don’t understand and don’t know how to navigate. On the run, they unravel secrets and lies that surround the circus and their lives—secrets and lies that all point to the unthinkable: Have they been betrayed by the people they trusted most? Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
