David M. F. Powers

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For centuries, the North Pole has searched for Servant Rupert - Santa's brilliant but treacherous assistant who vanished with secrets no one was meant to know. Neither cutting-edge tech nor ancient magic has uncovered his hiding place. But Rupert has been hunting too. He's looking for the Pole - the one person on Earth who can truly see Santa. And he's just found him. Jakob Jablonski never believed in fairy tales, let alone that he might be part of one. But when Servant Rupert crashes into his life with a terrifying ultimatum - capture Santa... or everyone Jakob loves becomes coal - Jakob is pulled into a secret war between holiday legends. Now, with a crew of rebel elves, rogue agents, and a sleigh-load of questions, Jakob must uncover the truth about Santa, Servant Rupert, and his own mysterious connection to Christmas itself. In this fast-paced, magical adventure from award-winning author David M. F. Powers (aka Marc Franco), the fate of the season rests in the hands of a boy who never asked to believe - and who may be the only one who can save it. Accelerated Reader Quiz #150476 (BL: 4.5, Pts: 9, MG)Awards: Next Generation Indie Book Award Winner (Children's/Juvenile Fiction)

When the stakes are corporate-and personal-how far will one woman go to do what's right? Kathleen Bishop is a powerhouse attorney turned CEO at MedVasive, a rising pharmaceutical giant with a miracle product on the brink of FDA approval. But success comes at a cost, and behind the glossy boardroom doors lie missing research pages, buried secrets, and a potentially dangerous energy supplement: Venergy. As Kathleen dives deeper into the science, scandals, and shadowy deals behind the drug, she's forced to confront ethical dilemmas that could make-or destroy-her career. With a small-town past, big-city ambition, and a complicated love triangle threatening to unravel everything she's built, Kathleen must decide: protect the company, or protect the public? Venergy is a high-stakes, emotionally charged novel about power, integrity, and one woman's fight to make a difference in a world that demands compromise.

This is the story of how I died... repeatedly. J has been cursed to relive her life over and over again-and it all started when she fell in love with her sister's fianc . Big mistake. Since then, she's been a noble in hiding during the French Revolution, a soldier (disguised as a man) in the Civil War, and a rebel helping her Jewish friends survive in 1930s Austria. And now? She's a stressed-out teenager drowning in extracurriculars, SAT prep, and a bully who won't leave her alone. The only constant through it all? Sebastian. A soldier in every life. Her soulmate. Her maybe. Her almost. Together, they've faced revolutions, battlefields, and heartbreak across centuries. But if they want a real chance at love-and at breaking the curse-they'll have to stop running from their pasts. Time's running out. Again.

A small town with dark secrets. A boy caught between two worlds. Christian lives hidden on an island off the coast of Skerries, Ireland-homeschooled, isolated, and bound by rules he doesn't fully understand. His father, Martin, is a powerful vampire tasked with protecting the town's ancient secret. Christian, however, is something different... something in between. When a chance encounter with a girl named Sinead draws him into the orbit of his peers, Christian longs for normal life. But beneath Skerries' picturesque surface lies a web of control, corruption, and centuries-old pacts-where loyalty is enforced, outsiders disappear, and nothing is what it seems. As Christian's powers grow, so does his curiosity-and his danger. Because in a town that protects its peace at any cost, becoming your true self might just get you killed. Son of Blood is the thrilling first entry in the Secrets of Skerries series: a YA paranormal tale of identity, forbidden love, and the hunger for truth in a world ruled by shadows.

A small town with dark secrets. A boy caught between two worlds. Christian lives hidden on an island off the coast of Skerries, Ireland-homeschooled, isolated, and bound by rules he doesn't fully understand. His father, Martin, is a powerful vampire tasked with protecting the town's ancient secret. Christian, however, is something different... something in between. When a chance encounter with a girl named Sinead draws him into the orbit of his peers, Christian longs for normal life. But beneath Skerries' picturesque surface lies a web of control, corruption, and centuries-old pacts-where loyalty is enforced, outsiders disappear, and nothing is what it seems. As Christian's powers grow, so does his curiosity-and his danger. Because in a town that protects its peace at any cost, becoming your true self might just get you killed. Son of Blood is the thrilling first entry in the Secrets of Skerries series: a YA paranormal tale of identity, forbidden love, and the hunger for truth in a world ruled by shadows.

Britain is falling. The dead are rising. And no one is coming to help. What began as isolated outbursts quickly escalates into full-blown national panic. When football matches are cancelled and EastEnders goes off air, people finally realise this isn't just another news cycle-this is the end. In the quiet Welsh town of Usk, teenage brothers Matt and Danny lock down their family estate, thinking their isolation and wealth will keep them safe. But as the infected claw at their gates, help becomes a distant dream, and the real fight begins-not just against the dead, but to protect the living. When a desperate family arrives seeking shelter, and survivors signal from across the river, the brothers must make a choice: remain behind the safety of their walls-or risk everything to save others. Outbreak is a gripping, character-driven zombie apocalypse novel set in the UK, filled with tension, survival, and heart. Perfect for fans of 28 Days Later, World War Z, and The Girl with All the Gifts.

Britain is falling. The dead are rising. And no one is coming to help. What began as isolated outbursts quickly escalates into full-blown national panic. When football matches are cancelled and EastEnders goes off air, people finally realise this isn't just another news cycle-this is the end. In the quiet Welsh town of Usk, teenage brothers Matt and Danny lock down their family estate, thinking their isolation and wealth will keep them safe. But as the infected claw at their gates, help becomes a distant dream, and the real fight begins-not just against the dead, but to protect the living. When a desperate family arrives seeking shelter, and survivors signal from across the river, the brothers must make a choice: remain behind the safety of their walls-or risk everything to save others. Outbreak is a gripping, character-driven zombie apocalypse novel set in the UK, filled with tension, survival, and heart. Perfect for fans of 28 Days Later, World War Z, and The Girl with All the Gifts.

Cuando una oruga ve una hoja verde balanceando desde lo alto de un rbol, no piensa dos veces acerca de los peligros que acechan alrededor. En vez, se le ocurri un plan y obstinadamente se encamino hacia la hoja. Esta es la encantadora historia de una oruguita hambrienta, segura de s misma y determinada que se niega a permitir que los obst culos le impidan alcanzar sus objetivos. La oruguita demuestra que si crees en ti mismo, y si te decides, podr s alcanzar lo que te propongas. Con di logos animados, humor y un ritmo maravilloso, el autor premiado David M. F. Powers capta a la perfecci n el esp ritu de determinaci n y de autoconfianza. La vivacidad del texto de Powers se combina perfectamente con la ilustraci n, animaci n y colorido del artista Nesterova. Los padres y los hijos les van a gustar leer y releer esta celebraci n de confianza propia.

Wenn eine Raupe ein gr nes Blatt vom Baum winken sieht, denkt sie nicht dar ber nach, welche Gefahren lauern k nnten. Stattdessen heckt sie einen Plan aus und macht sich entschlossen auf den Weg zum Blatt. Ein Schmetterling Ohne Fl gel ist die charmante Geschichte einer hungrigen, selbstsicheren und entschlossenen Raupe, die sich durch keine Hindernisse von ihrem Ziel abhalten l sst. Die Raupe ist der Beweis daf r, dass du, wenn du an dich glaubst und fest entschlossen bist, alles erreichen kannst. Mit flottem Dialog, Humor und wunderbarem Tempo f ngt der preisgekr nte Autor David M. F. Powers den Geist der Entschlossenheit und des Selbstvertrauens ein. Powers schwungvoller Text passt perfekt zu den bunten und sehr lebendigen Illustrationen der K nstlerin Natalia. Eltern wie Kinder werden diese Geschichte ber Selbstvertrauen immer wieder gerne lesen.

A Butterfly Without Wings would not exist without my children. It began as their bedtime story and quickly became part of their nighttime routine. It has been years since those nights, but I can still hear their small voices speaking the caterpillar's lines - "Are you talking to me? Are you talking to me?" I am extremely delighted to share this story, and I hope you and your children find years of delight in it. - David M. F. PowersWhen a caterpillar spots a green leaf waving from the top of a tree, he does not think twice about the dangers lurking about. Instead, he comes up with a plan to trick those who would otherwise eat him. A Butterfly Without Wings is the charming story of a hungry, self-confident, and determined caterpillar that refuses to let obstacles stop him from reaching for his goal. The caterpillar proves that if you believe in yourself and set your mind to it, you can accomplish anything. With snappy dialogue, humor, and perfect pacing, award-winning author David M. F. Powers captures the spirit of determination and self-confidence. Powers' spirited text is perfectly paired with artist Natalia's colorful and very lively artwork. Parents and their children will love reading and re-reading this celebration of self confidence.

Lorsqu'une petite chenille aper oit une feuille verte ondulant en haut d'un arbre, elle ne r fl chit pas aux dangers. Elle labore un plan et se lance courageusement dans l'aventure. Un papillon sans ailes raconte l'histoire attendrissante d'une chenille affam e, pleine de confiance et de d termination, qui ne recule devant aucun obstacle. Elle prouve que lorsqu'on croit en soi et qu'on pers v re, tout devient possible. Avec des dialogues pleins de vivacit , une touche d'humour et un rythme captivant, l'auteur prim David M. F. Powers capte merveille les th mes du courage et de la confiance en soi. Son texte dynamique s'accorde parfaitement aux illustrations color es et expressives de l'artiste Natalia. Un album jeunesse lire et relire en famille - une ode au courage, l'espoir et la force int rieure.