Diese Autorin hat sich seit ihrer Kindheit dem Schreiben verschrieben, eine Tätigkeit, die sich für sie natürlich und richtig anfühlt. Obwohl sie verschiedene Berufe ausübte, darunter Lehrerin und Bibliothekarin, blieb ihr größter Wunsch, Schriftstellerin zu werden, stets präsent. Ihre umfassende akademische Ausbildung und ihre langjährige Lehrtätigkeit im Bereich Kinder- und Jugendliteratur haben ihr ein tiefes Verständnis für Erzählungen vermittelt. Heute lebt sie als freie Schriftstellerin in Paris und schöpft dort Inspiration.
Two very different girls find themselves sharing a cramped vacation house due to their parents' new relationship. As they navigate the challenges of their forced proximity, their contrasting personalities clash, leading to comedic situations reminiscent of classic teen films. The story explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and the complexities of blended families, showcasing how unlikely bonds can form in unexpected circumstances.
The story revolves around Kiara and her quest to uncover the identity of a secret bully. As a member of the Spyglass Sisterhood, she faces challenges that test her courage and resolve. The narrative explores themes of friendship, justice, and empowerment as Kiara and her allies work together to confront the bully and seek resolution. Their journey is filled with suspense and camaraderie, highlighting the importance of standing up against wrongdoing.
A magical spyglass serves as the catalyst for an adventure that unites four girls, each with their own unique backgrounds and talents. As they uncover hidden secrets through the spyglass, they forge strong bonds and navigate challenges together. This series promises to blend elements of friendship, mystery, and magic, inviting readers into a world where discovery and camaraderie are at the forefront.
The story revolves around four best friends who possess a magical spyglass, empowering them to tackle various challenges. However, they find themselves struggling with more relatable issues, such as a lost dog, navigating a school election, and dealing with overprotective parents. This blend of magic and everyday dilemmas highlights the importance of friendship and teamwork in overcoming obstacles.
"Following the excitement of last summer's internships at Gloss magazine, Sherry, Donna, Allison and Pamela are reunited and ready to step back into the glamorous and fast-paced world of fashion, celebrity, music and dating in 1960s New York. New jobs and new relationships mean new adventures, but in the big city you never know what is round the corneer. Soon they all start to realize that life in New York might not be all that it's cracked up to be. As the four girls try to find their way in a world where social attitudes are constantly changing, will they be able to keep up with the pace?"--
Four girls are living out their wildest dreams during one steamy New York summer of fashion, romance, secrets and glamour. Experience the swinging sixties in this brand-new teen series. New York, 1963. Fashion, music and attitudes are changing, and there's nowhere in in the world more exciting. Sherry, Donna, Allison and Pamela have each landed a dream internship at Gloss; America’s number-one fashion magazine. Each girl is trying to make her mark on New York and each finds herself thrown head-first into the buzzing world of celebrity, high-end fashion and gossip. But everything isn’t as glamorous as it seems - secrets from the past threaten to shatter their dreams. They're finding out that romance in New York is as unpredictable and thrilling as the city itself.
Meadowbrook Middle School appears typical with its diverse student groups, but nine students stand out due to their unique supernatural abilities, setting them apart from their peers.
"Tough rebel Jenna Kelley secretly dreams of a conventional life with normal parents. When her mother ends up in rehab, Jenna is shocked by the sudden reappearance of her long-lost dad. Jenna can usually read anyone's mind, but this stranger is a total mystery. Before long, streetwise Jenna finds herself walking straight into danger..."--p. [4] of cover.
A modern-day fairytale--a major motion picture starring Christina Ricci, Catherine O'Hara, James McAvoy, and Reese Witherspoon. Penelope Wilhern has everything a girl could want: A wealthy, socialite family, an enchanted bedroom and some of the coolest clothes around. There is only one problem: She was born into a cursed family and has the face of a pig. Hidden away from the world, Penelope now finds herself subjected to a string of snobby, blue-blooded bachelors in a desperate attempt to find her a husband in order to break the curse. Though she yearns for something greater, what's a girl to do when faced with a determined mother and her matchmaking sidekick? Hoping to snap a photo of the mysterious girl, mischievous tabloid reporter Lemon hires down-on-his-luck Max to pose as a prospective suitor and infiltrate the family. But when Max finds himself truly drawn to Penelope, he can't bring himself to expose and disappoint her, so he just disappears. Fed up with this latest betrayal and determined to live life on her own terms, Penelope decides to break free from her family and go out into the world in search of adventure. Hiding her true identity with a scarf, Penelope discovers a wondrous world where freedom opens her eyes to possibilities she never knew existed. Making new friends along the way, she discovers happiness in the most unexpected places.
Twins Mary-Kate and Ashley investigate an outdoor maze to see if it is haunted. When they confront a ghost, they return to find out if the ghost is real.
