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Gameknight999's true enemy has finally surfaced: Herobrine, an artificially intelligent virus that wants to escape Minecraft and destroy mankind with their own creation - the Internet. If he is able to escape the game and get online, Herobrine will infect millions of computer systems and turn machines and weapons on their masters, threatening all of humanity.

Lara, Rufus, Tom and Barney are back in their second exciting adventure together. With the help of friends old and new, can they navigate their way through the ancient wonders of Egypt to unearth one of the greatest treasure troves in history?

When Luke Skywalker has to make an emergency landing on a strange planet, he is destined to discover a faithful friend, a formidable foe, and untold secrets of the Force.

Last semester, Zoe and Zak returned the first lost Noble Truth to its rightful home. Now, the seventh graders are back in India for their second semester at Moonstock, their boarding school high in the Himalayan mountains where impossible things seem to happen on a regular basis. School kicks off with the Activity Week Challenge in the tiny mountain kingdom of Bhutan where the students must deliver medical supplies.

Luke Alexander's father is "missing, presumed dead." But Luke is confident that his father has set off on an adventure and needs his help. Searching through his father's office, Luke—along with his friends Nathan, a pastor's kid, and Lydia, a world traveler who knows several languages—discovers some confusing notes about Isaac Newton and finds a strange watch that once belonged to his grandfather. Knowing his archaeologist father was on the hunt for Solomon's temple, Luke and his friends decide to start a search of their own.

Ya nos imaginábamos que la misión sería peligrosa cuando Lord Thomsing nos avisó de que los hombres de Irma Dagon estaban en movimiento y acercándose a un peligrosísimo espíritu, escondido en medio de la jungla y protegido por dos tribus ancestrales muy poderosas. Sin embargo, fue la advertencia de Benson, que tenía un mal presentimiento si nos separábamos, la que más nos preocupó a mi mejor amigo y a mí. Y con buena razón. En aquellos instantes, todavía no sabíamos que ninguno de nuestros planes iba a salir bien.

A mysterious package. A flimsy, ancient map. A cool, obsidian carving of a feathered serpent. For ten-year-old Leo and his twelve-year-old sister, Maya, this is no ordinary delivery from their eccentric Aunt Aurora, it's a one-way ticket to adventure! Their quest leads them deep into a humid jungle, where a legendary Aztec temple lies hidden, swallowed by vines and secrets. But finding the temple is only the beginning. To uncover its mysteries, they must face down shadowy jaguars, outsmart speaking stone idols, and navigate terrifying underground rivers lined with painted skulls.

Some maps show you the way. Others whisper secrets. For ten-year-old Collins, a rainy afternoon exploring his grandpa’s dusty attic leads to the discovery of a lifetime: a brittle, rolled-up parchment that hums with ancient magic. It's a map to a place whispered about only in legends—the Forbidden Temple of Tikal. Armed with his grandfather’s thrilling stories of a mythical Sunstone and a mischievous temple guardian, Collins plunges headfirst into the lush, wild heart of the Guatemalan jungle. He soon learns that the jungle itself is a maze of wonders and peril.

Plum's adventure continues in the fourth installment of the Legends of Lotus Island series. Lotus Island is in grave danger, and the powers of the Guardians are weakening. Plum must gather all her strength in order to fulfill her destiny and save her friends.

Tariq and his friends Livia and Artos have set sail to New Ethrial on a quest to find the Crocodile's Tear, a Spiritstone stolen centuries ago. Deep in the forest, Tariq encounters an old enemy and makes a powerful new friend - Imex, a shapeshifting seer. Imex takes Tariq to the Temple of Beasts...

Discover the magic of the lost temple Are you a curious reader, ready to explore the depths of the magic hidden in the lost temple of Karnataka? Are you ready to join Nooni as she travels around to discover the answers to her questions? If yes, then this book, 'The Magic of the Lost Temple' is a...

Have you ever felt the thrill of a big trip or the fear of being lost? Journey back in time with a curious, 12-year-old Jesus on his exciting first trip to the grand city of Jerusalem for the Passover festival! Experience the wonder through his eyes—the bustling markets alive with vibrant colors, the delicious smells of festival foods, and the magnificent, shining Temple that sparkles under the sun.

Books 1-4 in the Lekke The Temple Cat series. Follow the story from the minute Lekke is born up until he becomes the head cat in the temple. Meet an amazing cast of characters including Princess Scary Hair, Esmeralda the queen of the vampire mosquitoes, and Dumb dog, the dog that thinks he's a cat. Set in a real village in northern Thailand, the stories give an insight into rural living and temple life.

This is a coming of age story full of rich spiritual imagery inspired by “The Temple Legend” by Rudolf Steiner. Once upon a future time, there was a youth named Juan Estrella, who lived with his grandfather in a fertile valley by the sea. The youth’s wise old grandfather often told him stories of an ancient lost temple of gold, which was buried beneath the sand centuries ago. Juan marveled at his tales, and longed with all his heart to build temples of gold that would not be swept away by time.

Lekke is wondering why a young monk climbs to the top of the mountain every day. He asks Dumb Dog if he would like to climb with him, then he finds out that a horrible big snake lives at the top of the mountain. Will Lekke be able to face his fear of snakes?

Lekke has had a few problems with the animals in the temple, now he faces a serious problem with a fearful ghost. He turns to his friends and family for help, will he be able to save the temple?

After the dramatic fight for control of the temple, Lekke is still worried about his enemies returning. Lekke was lucky to escape with his life. In this story we discover why Dumb Dog thinks he's a cat. Lekke and the rest of the animals try their best to persuade him that he isn't. It's not easy though as Dumb Dog is sure that he's a cat and won't listen to anyone with hilarious consequences.

Book 3 in a twelve part series following the adventures of Lekke The Temple Cat. Lekke now finds himself living in the temple and finds it hard to adjust to temple life. He makes some mistakes that the humans think are hilarious, but being a dignified cat, Lekke can't see the funny side. Lekke thought he would be safe in the temple, but Black Dog has other ideas. Book 4 in the series will be published on March 4th 2014.

The story begins with Kitten Days, as Lekke and his brothers and sisters come in to this world. Follow there adventures as they go out to explore the big wide world, ( also known as the back garden ) under the watchful eye of Mother Pim and her daughter, Abon. Their grandfather, The Colonel, an ex-army cat, puts the kittens through their paces and makes them aware of some of the dangers in the big wide world. The story is set in a beautiful village in northern Thailand, and as it develops you'll meet a wonderful cast of characters from that outstanding country. Book 2, Teenage Nightmare, will be published on March 2nd.

Book 2 of the Lekke the Temple Cat series. Lekke finds himself in danger more than once and has to use all of his intelligence to survive. Being a teenager, though, Lekke also loves to have fun with his owner; and sometimes it doesn't all go to plan. He loves staying with his owner and shows that love in a dramatic life-and-death battle.