Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn

Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 336
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ISBN-10 : 9781665952446
ISBN-13 : 166595244X
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn by : Tolá Okogwu

"When Onyeka and her friends learn of a Solari being kept in England, they set out on rescue mission to bring him back to the academy where he can fully realize his powers."--Provided by publisher.

Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 320
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ISBN-10 : 9781665912617
ISBN-13 : 1665912618
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun by : Tolá Okogwu

When twelve-year-old Onyeka discovers that she has psychokinetic powers, her mother reveals that she is Solari, part of a secret group of Nigerian mutants that trains at the Academy of the Sun.

Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels

Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 304
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ISBN-10 : 9781665912655
ISBN-13 : 1665912650
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels by : Tolá Okogwu

On the run after exposing their head teacher's hidden agenda, Onyeka and her superpowered friends work with a group of rebels to defeat their shared nemesis.

Onyeka and the Secret Superhero: World Book Day 2024

Onyeka and the Secret Superhero: World Book Day 2024
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 59
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ISBN-10 : 9781398528710
ISBN-13 : 1398528714
Rating : 4/5 (10 Downloads)

Synopsis Onyeka and the Secret Superhero: World Book Day 2024 by : Tolá Okogwu

A superpowered World Book Day story in the action-packed ONYEKA series from bestselling author Tọlá Okogwu. Perfect for 8+ fans of Percy Jackson, Marvel and DC! Twelve-year-old Onyeka is enrolled at the Academy of the Sun, a school for superheroes called Solari. When she’s sent on a mission with her friends to investigate a series of freak weather incidents in a remote village, they aren’t expecting to find a top secret Solari with extraordinary superpowers. But is this new Solari friend or foe? There’s only one way for Onyeka to find out . . . For another epic adventure starring Onyeka and friends, don’t miss the complete series – Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun, Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels and Onyeka and the Heroes of the Dawn. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! Praise for Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun: ‘Onyeka is the superhero you’ve been waiting for.’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’ Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar 'Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone's new favourite superhero.’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door
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Publisher : Macmillan Children's Books
Total Pages : 106
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ISBN-10 : 9781760988302
ISBN-13 : 1760988308
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis Aziza's Secret Fairy Door by : Lola Morayo

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door is the first title in an inclusive magical adventure series, perfect for readers of 6-8 from debut author Lola Morayo. It is inspired by world mythology and is gorgeously illustrated in black and white throughout by Cory Reid. Open the door to a world of magic and adventure . . . A mysterious gift arrives on Aziza's birthday. It is a secret fairy door that will whisk her away to Shimmerton, a magical world with princesses, naughty fairies, shapeshifters, unicorn shopkeepers and mischief around every corner. But when the precious jewelled doorknob is taken, Aziza is trapped. Will she ever see her home and family again? Maybe her new friends, Peri and Tiko, can help . . . Packed with mischief, friendship and magic, Aziza is perfect for fans of Isadora Moon. Look out for the second title in the series Aziza's Secret Fairy Door and the Ice Cat Mystery coming soon.

Daddy Do My Hair: Beth's Twists

Daddy Do My Hair: Beth's Twists
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 34
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781398511477
ISBN-13 : 1398511471
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis Daddy Do My Hair: Beth's Twists by : Tolá Okogwu

A warm, rhyming celebration of Afro hair and father-daughter relationships, from hair care coach and author T?lá Okogwu It’s Sunday evening and dinner is over. Beth is excited and heads to the sofa. Daddy is there with a smile and a chair. “Daddy,” she asks, “will you please do my hair?” It’s the evening before School Picture Day and Beth would like a brand new hairdo! Join Daddy and Beth on a wonderful hair adventure in this heart-warming depiction of the quality time spent between parent and child. This joyful rhyming text is paired with bold and beautiful illustrations from Chanté Timothy (Hey You! by Dapo Adeola). Also includes haircare tips for Afro hair from the author!

Katarina Ballerina

Katarina Ballerina
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Publisher : Aladdin
Total Pages : 192
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ISBN-10 : 9781534452763
ISBN-13 : 1534452761
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Katarina Ballerina by : Tiler Peck

A young girl lives out her big ballerina dreams in this graceful start to a new series from New York City Ballet principal dancer and international prima ballerina Tiler Peck and Broadway and television actor Kyle Harris. Ten-year-old Katarina is a New York City girl through and through, but the buzz of the city drives her to feel that she is meant for more than her ordinary day to day routine. Her big dream? To become a prima ballerina. With the help of a few new friends, Katarina finally puts on her first pair of ballet shoes and she’s more than determined to make it work. But her feet don’t quite move the way she would like them to, the twirls and spins make her dizzy, and her classmates aren’t exactly welcoming. When the head of the dance studio announces that there will be a competition to earn a spot in an upcoming international dance camp, Katarina knows this could be her big chance to make her dancer dreams come true. Does this tiny dancer have what it takes to stand out in the ballet world of blending in?

I Do Not Come to You by Chance

I Do Not Come to You by Chance
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Publisher : Hachette UK
Total Pages : 358
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ISBN-10 : 9780297858720
ISBN-13 : 0297858726
Rating : 4/5 (20 Downloads)

Synopsis I Do Not Come to You by Chance by : Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani

'Sparklingly funny' Wired Magazine '[Nwaubani] not merely explores a side of modern existence that touches millions every day, but does so with wit, warmth and insight' Independent 'Beautifully written' Sunday Herald Kingsley is fresh out of university, eager to find an engineering job so he can support his family and marry the girl of his dreams. Being the opara of the family, he is entitled to certain privileges - a piece of meat in his egusi soup, a party to celebrate his graduation. But times are hard in Nigeria and jobs are not easy to come by. For much of his young life, Kingsley believed that education was everything, that through wisdom, all things were possible. But when a tragedy befalls his family, Kingsley learns the hardest lesson of all: education may be the language of success in his country, but it is money that does the talking. In desperation he turns to his uncle, Boniface-aka Cash Daddy-an exuberant character who suffers from elephantiasis of the pocket. He is also rumoured to run a successful empire of email scams. But he can help. With Cash Daddy's intervention, Kingsley and his family can be as safe as a tortoise under its shell. It is up to Kingsley now, to reconcile his passion for knowledge with his hunger for money, to fully assume his role of first son. But can he do it without being drawn into this outlandish milieu?

Children of the Quicksands

Children of the Quicksands
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Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages : 196
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ISBN-10 : 9781338781946
ISBN-13 : 1338781944
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Children of the Quicksands by : Efua Traoré

A richly imagined magical adventure set in West Africa by a prize-winning new voice in children's writing, Children of the Quicksands introduces readers to Yoruba myths and legends while showcasing the wealth of culture, traditions, adventure, joy, pride, and love found in Nigeria. In a remote Nigerian village, thirteen-year-old Simi is desperate to uncover a family secret. Ajao is nothing like Lagos -- no cells phones, no running water or electricity. Not a single human-made sound can be heard at night, just the noise of birds and animals rustling in the dark forest outside. Her witchlike grandmother dispenses advice and herbal medicine to the village, but she's tight lipped about their family history. Something must have happened, but what? Determined to find out, Simi disobeys her grandmother and goes exploring only to find herself sinking in the red quicksand of a forbidden lake and into the strange parallel world that lies beneath. It must have been a dream... right? Wrong. Something isn’t right. Children are disappearing and it’s up to Simi to discover the truth.

Defectors

Defectors
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 304
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781501121418
ISBN-13 : 1501121413
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Defectors by : Joseph Kanon

The bestselling author of Leaving Berlin and Istanbul Passage “continues to demonstrate that he is up there with the very best...of spy thriller writers” (The Times, UK) with this “fascinating” (The Washington Post) novel about two brothers bound by blood but divided by loyalty. In 1949, Frank Weeks, agent of the newly formed CIA, was exposed as a Communist spy and fled the country to vanish behind the Iron Curtain. Now, twelve years later, he has written his memoirs, a KGB- approved project almost certain to be an international bestseller, and has asked his brother Simon, a publisher, to come to Moscow to edit the manuscript. It’s a reunion Simon both dreads and longs for. The book is sure to be filled with mischief and misinformation; Frank’s motives suspect, the CIA hostile. But the chance to see Frank, his adored older brother, proves irresistible. And at first Frank is still Frank—the same charm, the same jokes, the same bond of affection that transcends ideology. Then Simon begins to glimpse another Frank, capable of treachery and actively working for “the service.” He finds himself dragged into the middle of Frank’s new scheme, caught between the KGB and the CIA in a fatal cat and mouse game that only one of the brothers is likely to survive. “A finely paced Cold War thriller with [Kanon’s] usual flair for atmospheric detail, intriguing characters, and suspenseful action” (Library Journal), Defectors takes us to the heart of a world of secrets, where even the people we know best can’t be trusted and murder is just collateral damage.