Showing results for "mind" in Science Fiction & Fantasy

A murder. A mystery.​ Two murders, actually. Well, three, if you’re counting. Oh, look, here comes a fourth... So much murder that skeleton detective Skulduggery Pleasant must annoy Valkyrie Cain, the infamous Destroyer of Worlds, with his incredible deduction abilities at every available opportunity. As Valkyrie’s irritation grows, the detectives sink deeper into a hidden world of dark motivations, festering hatred and unimaginable pain. ​ And a teensy bit more murder.

Gideon and Luke are spending some quality family time, playing at being normal teenagers. They have no reason to use their telekinetic powers in the small seaside town, and they have enough bodyguards to keep them safe, right? Wrong. A brutal killer is stalking them, and he has Gideon and Luke in his sights. The second in a sensational new series about a group of teenagers with special powers, from best-selling author Ali Sparkes.

Astrid has returned to Oceali with only one thing on her mind: revenge. Her sister, Princess Vega, has taken everything from her, in a desperate pursuit of the crown. Astrid could not care less about the crown, but if it will make her sister miserable, she’d gladly take it from her. But at what cost? What else is Astrid willing to sacrifice to make her sister suffer? Her friends? Her life?

Super-smart hackers are attacking the software that protects the GIB's ultra-powerful satellite, WorldEye. Sources lead Zac to Bladesville, a huge city where all the latest games and gadgets are developed. Can Zac track down the hackers, and outsmart them?

It's time for Moorepark Middle School's annual Speak Out Challenge, and Billy Broccoli thinks he's got it made. With his best friend Hoover Porterhouse - the ghost with the most - by his side, Billy's got the competition in the bag. Who wouldn't vote for a demonstration on mind reading? But when Billy lands a spot on the seventh grade team, he starts spending more time with his new teammates than he does with Hoover. And the Hoove plays second fiddle to no one! If Billy's not careful, his secret weapon might vanish.

These captivating stories are not only an excellent source of entertainment, but also a valuable tool for children to improve their creative writing skills and develop a love of books. And for younger children, they make perfect bedtime listening, sure to ignite their imagination and spark their curiosity.

When Jason meets his mom’s billion-dollar invention, an artificial intelligence device named Proto, he accidentally gets caught up in a mysterious adventure. Proto goes missing, and then people go missing. Now Jason and his coolest-neighbor-ever Maya must risk their lives to prevent global mayhem. But who is behind this devious plot? Is it another AI? The FBI? Or any other abbreviation with an I? What exactly is there to learn about artificial and human intelligence while fighting for your life against a legion of furry puppies or a battalion of drones?

Ricky’s life takes a wild turn when he discovers a magical animal preserve hiding in the heart of Manhattan. When he learns that his mother isn’t dead after all, and that she may even be trapped there, he summons the courage go. And suddenly, he’s not just an ordinary foster kid anymore; he’s a denizen student learning to channel powers he barely understands, powers he must learn to master—and soon—because the denizen world is anything but safe.

Ready Player Fun… Just Got Real. When middle school adventure meets virtual reality, nothing is off-limits—especially not reality itself. In Escape the ASTRAZONE: The Easter Egg Hunt Begins, Book 5 of The Renaissance Cipher Chronicles, the game is no longer a game… and the only way out is to win. Billy Greene didn’t mean to launch a full-blown digital wormhole from his school tablet.

Fireflies of the Mind challenges the auditory and visual senses with an eclectic burst of quirky rhythms, catchy meandering melodies, and vibrant mixed media artwork. The heartening and affirming songs and associated imagery enable centering and life change. This lyrical, ethereal fantasy shimmers with introspective and curious children, pixie dreamers, fireflies of hope, a menacing sea dragon, enchanted giraffes, and a magical flying fish, all under the guiding light of an inspirational and spirited singing moon.

The Orange Cat floats through the locked door. He answers my question without moving his lips. He can read my mind. I hear him say inside my head, “Just like your favorite color is blue, my favorite color is orange. I’m also here to make a deal with you."

Young Elmer Elevator must use all his resourcefulness and cleverness (along with a little bit of chewing gum) to survive a journey to the mysterious Wild Island, where he aims to rescue an enslaved dragon. Jim Weiss' endless variety of voices depict the crocodiles, warthogs, tigers, monkeys, and other colorful creatures whom Elmer meets along the way.

When a daring scientific experiment takes an unexpected turn, a group of brilliant young friends find themselves trapped in a world where logic bends, time loops, and paradoxes collide . To restore the natural order, they must unravel the secrets of the Puzzle of Paradox —a mysterious enigma that holds the key to fixing reality itself. Racing against time and shifting dimensions, the team learns that the answers they seek lie in science, teamwork, and the courage to face the unknown .

In the distant city of Bladesville, everyone knows you should never go near the Yates Building after midnight. No one can explain why, but the locals have learned to respect its eerie presence. Dylan, Archie, and Lily haven’t. One night, the three friends sneak out to explore the building, stepping into a world of locked doors, the smell of smoke, and dusty furniture that hides more than just memories. As the clock ticks closer to midnight, strange things begin to happen—and their curiosity turns into fear.

In the fourth book from L. Frank Baum's beloved Oz series, an earthquake pulls Dorothy and her cousin Zeb into an underground land where they find a new series of adventures. Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz takes the heroes on a journey through the glass city of the Vegetable People, through a valley of invisible bears, and back to the land of Oz, where Dorothy's cat is put on trial for a murder she may not have committed.

Welcome to Deb’s Story Time Adventures! Music and sound effects bring characters to life in this entertaining series of stories that transport children to a land of imagination. Step into the Dark Forest with Penelope and Herbert the dragon as they meet some interesting animals that live there. Herbert is startled by a tiny wood mouse, and as it turns out, they both learn an important lesson.

Everyone is in a panic--a dragon has been discovered in a cave near the town! The people call for that famous dragon-slaying knight, Saint George, to defeat the monstrous beast. But when one smart little boy actually meets the dragon, he finds a harmless, friendly creature who would much rather write poems than burn villages.

Everyone is in a panic - a dragon has been discovered in a cave near the town! The people call for that famous dragon-slaying knight Saint George to defeat the monstrous beast. But when one smart little boy actually meets the dragon, he finds a harmless, friendly creature who would much rather write poems than burn villages