A Jigsaw of Fire and Stars

A Jigsaw of Fire and Stars

Author: Yaba Badoe

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2017-09-07

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 1786695472

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*Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2018. *Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Award 2018. A powerful, haunting debut that steps seamlessly from the horrors of people-trafficking to the magic of African folklore. Sante was a baby when she was washed ashore in a sea-chest laden with treasure. It seems she is the sole survivor of the tragic sinking of a ship carrying migrants and refugees. Her people. Fourteen years on she's a member of Mama Rose's unique and dazzling circus. But, from their watery grave, the unquiet dead are calling Sante to avenge them: A bamboo flute. A golden bangle. A ripening mango which must not fall . . . . . . are these the missing pieces of the jigsaw which will tell Sante's story? Praise for Yaba Badoe: 'An ambitious, impressive and skilful blend of modernity, mystery and myth' SUNDAY TIMES. 'Things don't get much more original than this' BOOKS FOR KEEPS. 'A blend of magical realism and brutality, this is a powerful and original novel' DAILY MAIL.


The Star Shepherd

The Star Shepherd

Author: Dan Haring

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2019-09-10

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 1492658219

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For fans of Neil Gaiman and How to Train Your Dragon comes a beautifully illustrated, fast-paced adventure about eleven year old Kyro, his best friend Andra, his trusted dog Cypher, and their race to save the stars. When the world first formed, the night was black and filled with dark creatures. The Elders knew their people couldn't survive under such a threat. So they made the ultimate sacrifice: they gave their hearts to the sky in the form of brightly shining stars to keep evil away. Now, eleven year old Kyro is a Star Shepherd like his father. He's spent his life tucked away in the outskirts of the small town of Drenn. There they watch the night sky for falling stars—and rush to rescue them when they do. Then one night, too many stars fall at once, and terrible dark creatures start to appear in the forest by their home. Kyro's father journeys to the Star Shepherd Council to report the threat. But when he doesn't return Kyro must figure out how to save them himself before enough stars fall for the dark creatures to make their return. Kyro, along with his trusty dog, Cypher, and his friend, Andra, must find the cause of the threat before it's too late. Perfect for 5th graders and boys 10-14, young readers will devour this fun, fantasy adventure if they love stories with: Drawings and illustrations Trusty sidekicks (especially the furry kind) Evil, mythical creatures Ancient robots


Two Cousins of Azov

Two Cousins of Azov

Author: Andrea Bennett

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2017-07-13

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 0008159564

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A heartwarming novel about the surprise of second chances in the autumn of your life.


Wolf Light

Wolf Light

Author: Yaba Badoe

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2019-04-04

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 1786695502

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'She weaves ancient storytelling magic into words of exceptional beauty... Everyone should read Badoe' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs. A leopard dances under the moon. A wolf prowls. A red-beaked bird flies free. Three girls born on the same day in wolf light are bound together to protect the world. They can dazzle or destroy. They have wind-song and fire-fury at their fingertips, but their enemies are everywhere. From the bleak steppes to the tropical forests of Ghana and the stormy moors of Cornwall, the lands they love are plundered and poisoned. The girls must rally to perfect their skills and prove the strength of sister-magic. Steeped in elemental myth, Wolf Light is a call to us all to hear the ancient power within us and conserve our heritage. Yaba's YA debut novel A Jigsaw of Fire and Stars was shortlisted for the 2018 Branford Boase Award and nominated for the 2018 Carnegie Medal. 'Elemental myth and magic are the beating heart of Wolf Light... Fans of magical realism and powerful women will find much to admire' Observer.


Human Body Jigsaw Book

Human Body Jigsaw Book

Author: Five Mile Press Pty. Limited, The

Publisher: Five Mile Press

Published: 2006-05

Total Pages: 10

ISBN-13: 9781741249897

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This book features five 48-piece jigsaw puzzles.


Under the Sea Jigsaw Book

Under the Sea Jigsaw Book

Author: Rogers

Publisher:

Published: 2006-09

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 9780746073728

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Delves into the depths to reveal the mysteries of the sea. This book contains six jigsaws that are accompanied by text explaining all about the creatures shown. It aims to provide an interactive experience for children so they can enjoy the challenge of completing a jigsaw, while learning about life in the ocean.


Lionheart Girl

Lionheart Girl

Author: Yaba Badoe

Publisher: Zephyr

Published: 2022-06-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781789540864

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African myth and magic beat in the dark heart of this fable about witchcraft, superstition, the bonds we choose and those we cannot. Born into a family of West African witches, Sheba's terrified of her mother who is deadly dangerous. But like mother, like daughter - magic runs through her blood and Sheba discovers powers of her own.Her touch can unravel people's innermost thoughts; their hopes, their fears - their secrets. Sheba too can shape-shift. Through the communion of ancient magic, blood and friendship, she slowly uncovers the murderous truth about her stolen childhood and steels herself for the future. She must protect the hunted from the hunter - her mother.Praise for Lionheart Girl: 'A dark and dazzling coming-of-age novel, rich in atmosphere and magic realism' Guardian Best Books of 2021'Lionheart Girl is deeply atmospheric, stunningly original, and sizzling with ancient myth and magic. Utterly unmissable' Sophie Anderson, The Castle of Tangled Magic'Loved it! Yaba's best so far - a wonderful tale of magic and family' Catherine Johnson, author of Queen of Freedom: Defending Jamaica


Puzzle Ocean

Puzzle Ocean

Author: Susannah Leigh

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781409516965

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There is trouble in Puzzle Ocean Someone has stolen the king's precious golden crown & Rosie must try to get it back. A message in a bottle starts of her underwater journey. There are scary sharks to dodge, a spiky maze to cross & friendly dolphins to play with along the way. Look out for the blue oysters & some sneaky lobsters.


My Book of Pasting

My Book of Pasting

Author: Kumon Publishing

Publisher: Kumon Publishing North America

Published: 2006-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933241296

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"If your child can use scissors and glue fairly well, then this book will further develop those skills. Use this book to help improve your child's spatial reasoning and fine motor skills while having fun pasting jigsaw puzzles together."--Cover.


The Secret of the Purple Lake

The Secret of the Purple Lake

Author: Yaba Badoe

Publisher:

Published: 2018-04-24

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781911115311

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Ajuba, the Fisherman's daughter, has to retrieve her dead father's bones from the bottom of the sea in order to bring harmony back to her seaside village. In fulfilling her task, she must evade the clutches of The Fish-man of the Purple Lake, a monstrous creature who guards the lake with a sword made of a thousand shark's teeth. But the Fish-man, once a beautiful boy called Musa, has his own story about how he came to dwell alone, underwater, cast into the sea by a golden eagle as punishment for a treacherous deed.