Suzanne Harper verfasst fesselnde Jugendliteratur, die sich mit den Feinheiten von Beziehungen und persönlichem Wachstum befasst. Ihre Geschichten sind bekannt für ihre packenden Handlungen und nachvollziehbaren Charaktere, die den Lesern immersive und zum Nachdenken anregende Erlebnisse bieten. Harper balanciert gekonnt spannende Abenteuer mit emotionaler Tiefe und schafft so eine einzigartige Stimme in der zeitgenössischen Jugendliteratur. Ihre Werke erforschen beständig Themen wie Identität und Resilienz und machen sie zu einer bedeutenden Stimme für junge Leser.
Sparrow Delaney ist die siebte Tochter einer siebten Tochter und damit ein äußerst talentiertes Medium. Wissen soll das allerdings niemand. Nicht mal die eigene Familie, die mit dem Überbringen von Botschaften aus dem Jenseits ihren Lebensunterhalt verdient. Eines Tages erscheint ihr jedoch Luke, der Geist eines Jungen, der sie bittet, seinem Bruder eine Botschaft zu überbringen. Bei diesem Bruder handelt es sich ausgerechnet um Sparrows süßen Klassenkameraden Jack! Sparrow ist im Zwiespalt: Mit der Botschaft könnte sie Licht in das Dunkel um Jacks vermissten Bruder bringen und ihm so vielleicht endlich näherkommen. Andererseits müsste sie gleichzeitig das Risiko eingehen, von Jack für total verrückt erklärt zu werden.
Exploring the whimsical and often skeptical world of goblins, this book delves into the myths and legends surrounding these elusive creatures. Through a blend of humor and adventure, it challenges readers to question the evidence of goblins' existence while introducing quirky characters and imaginative scenarios. As the narrative unfolds, it invites a playful examination of belief and skepticism, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy fantasy and folklore.
Hannah may have taken Malibu by storm, but Miley is still a small town girl at heart. So when she gets the chance to headline at the largest rodeo in the country down in Texas, she, Robby, Jackson, Lilly, and Oliver are on a plane quicker than you can say "yeehaw." But Miley soon discovers that everything--including the drama--is bigger in Texas. As it turns out, headlining a week long rodeo involves a lot more than she bargained for. Hannah must judge the Miss Rodeo contest and kick off the festivities by roping a cow! The funny thing? Miley is actually loving it! She feels more at home than she has since becoming a huge pop star! But not everyone is having as much fun. It turns out Lilly (in disguise as the always supportive Lola Luftnagle) is a bit horse shy--not good when Hannah and Lola have been asked to be part of a horse parade! Meanwhile, Oliver and Jackson find trouble of their own when they meet a cowgirl who is as tough as her spurs.And between the roping and the singing, the bucking and the rocking, Miley runs into someone from her past--a girl who used to be Miley's hero back in Tennesee. It seems Miley isn't the only one who has changed. As Miley finds out more and more about her old friend, she begins to wonder if the cost of stardom is too high. Will she trade in her microphone for chaps and return to her roots? Or will she find a way to bring a touch of Southern comfort to her Malibu life?
The Surf Series is coming to Malibu and that means boards, boys... and summer concerts. The major competition hosts some of the hottest international young talent on the waves--including Miley's crush of the moment--Australian-born Talen Wright. So when Hannah Montana is asked by the Surf Series organizers to perform live on the beach, Miley is stoked. It's the perfect way to get close to all the action and Talen. But then Miley learns that all her time on the road has caused a few setbacks at school and so she will have to do some make up work--over the summer! Luckily, her father has managed a way to get her some private tutoring and when she arrives on her first day, she learns that for the two weeks the Surf Series is in town, some of the competitors--including Talen--will be joining in on the informal classes.Soon, Miley and Talen are spending more and more time together, in the classroom and on the waves as Talen teaches Miley to surf. As the days go by, Miley learns that Talen is super chill and not at all into fame. In fact, he is especially wary after his last girlfriend turned out to be a major liar who only dated him for the publicity. Miley is worried that as soon as Talen learns she is Hannah Montana, he'll paddle far far away. Meanwhile, she still needs to get good grades from her tutor, prepare for her first major beach concert, and cheer on Lilly who is competing in the beginner round of competition--against Talen's ex! With all the drama, will Miley have a major wipe-out or manage to score the perfect wave?
Kate Sanderson, determined to control her destiny after heartbreak, embarks on a summer in Verona, Italy, studying Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Paired with fellow American and Italian teens, she engages in a seminar and volunteer work at the Juliet Club, responding to love letters from around the globe. As she navigates the complexities of romance and her own emotions, Kate's resolve is tested, particularly by the charming Giacomo, challenging her rational approach to love during the most enchanting summer of her life.
