Ripley's Twists 2 in 1 - Space & Mighty Machines brings together two awesome and mind-boggling books. Want to know how high you can jump on the Moon, and if brick boats float? Discover black holes and supernovas, monster trucks and jet engines, plus extraordinary stories of the weird and wonderful from Ripley's Believe It or Not! A unique Ripley’s Believe It or Not! way of looking at traditional children’s subjects, books in this high-impact award-winning series offer an enticing alternative to run-of-the-mill junior reference. With its mix of core facts and a visual feast of unbelievable Ripley stories and images, Space & Mighty Machines will delight every inquisitive child.The upbeat text contains a high “yuk” factor—greatly beloved of the 7–10 years target age group—and lively interactive design. Entertaining and educational, this book will fascinate young readers.

Can you believe what the amazing Ripley world of machines has to tell you? How do airships work? How long is the longest stretch limo? Meet Robosaurus, the 12-metre-tall car-crushing giant! Which ship can flip? Do brick boats float? From micro-cars and monster trucks to jet engines and pedal power, and much, much more! Astonishing facts and incredible photographs on every page . . . plus sensational stories of the weird and wonderful from Ripley's Believe It Or Not!

Ripley’s Twists: Sharks and Other Scary Sea Creatures is the latest title in the award-winning Ripley's Twists children’s reference series. Bursting with amazing photography, compelling illustrations, and all-new content, this easy-to-read book presents scientific facts with the unbelievable Ripley stories young readers can’t get enough of. Available individually or as part of a series, Ripley’s Twists non-fiction books have proven popularity in classrooms, libraries, and homes all over the globe. Get ready to dive deep with Ripley's Twists: Sharks and Other Scary Sea Creatures. From the mighty great white to the mysterious goblin shark explore the extraordinary world of terrifying and deadly sea creatures.

Ripley's Believe It or Not is excited to present a brand new title in this award-winning series. Whales and Dolphins explores the oceans and gives a new twist on these facinating creatures. From the Antarctic to the sunny coasts of the Caribbean, you can get a glimpse into the mysterious lives of these sea mammals. With tons of amazing images, wacky facts and unbelievable stories, kids will love reading about all of these creatures, from the friendly bottlenose dolphin, to the intimidating killer whale!

Explore the amazing world of insects with this beautifully illustrated guide. Each page is stuffed with extraordinary pictures, as well as wacky facts you won't see anywhere else.

This great value two-in-one book reveals the high-tech worlds of space and machines as you've never seen them before. Space not only explains how to look at the night sky and how planets and stars were formed, but reveals fascinating facts about the history of space exploration. Did you know, for example, that Discovery blasted off in 2009 with a bat clinging to its external tank? Mighty Machines introduces you to everything from Robosaurus, the 12 metre-high robot that can lift, crush, burn and bite, to the extraordinary Harley Davidson motorbike that looks just like a cheeseburger. Informative, off-beat and fun, this lavishly illustrated book will appeal to even the most reluctant of readers.

THE FIRST IN AN ALL NEW, OFFICIAL TRILOGY SET IN THE ALIEN UNIVERSE! Featuring the iconic Ellen Ripley in a terrifying new adventure that bridges the gap between Alien and Aliens. Officially sanctioned and true to the Alien cannon, Alien: Out of the Shadows expands upon the well-loved mythos and is a must for all Alien fans.

You've just boarded a plane. You've loaded your phone with your favorite podcasts, but before you can pop in your earbuds, disaster strikes: The guy in the next seat starts telling you all about something crazy that happened to him--in great detail. This is the unwelcome storyteller, trying to convince a reluctant audience to care about his story. We all hate that guy, right? But when you tell a story (any kind of story: a novel, a memoir, a screenplay, a stage play, a comic, or even a cover letter), you become the unwelcome storyteller. So how can you write a story that audiences will embrace? The answer is simple: Remember what it feels like to be that jaded audience. Tell the story that would win you over, even if you didn't want to hear it. The Secrets of Story provides comprehensive, audience-focused strategies for becoming a master storyteller. Armed with the Ultimate Story Checklist, you can improve every aspect of your fiction writing with incisive questions like these: • Concept: Is the one-sentence description of your story uniquely appealing? • Character: Can your audience identify with your hero? • Structure and Plot: Is your story ruled by human nature? • Scene Work: Does each scene advance the plot and reveal character through emotional reactions? • Dialogue: Is your characters' dialogue infused with distinct personality traits and speech patterns based on their lives and backgrounds? • Tone: Are you subtly setting, resetting, and upsetting expectations? • Theme: Are you using multiple ironies throughout the story to create meaning? To succeed in the world of fiction and film, you have to work on every aspect of your craft and satisfy your audience. Do both--and so much more--with The Secrets of Story.

Large Print�s increased font size and wider line spacing maximizes reading legibility, and has been proven to advance comprehension, improve fluency, reduce eye fatigue, and boost engagement in young readers of all abilities, especially struggling, reluctant, and striving readers.

Gregory Bateson was a philosopher, anthropologist, photographer, naturalist, and poet, as well as the husband and collaborator of Margaret Mead. This classic anthology of his major work includes a new Foreword by his daughter, Mary Katherine Bateson. 5 line drawings.