Cet auteur explore les complexités des dynamiques familiales et de l'identité personnelle à travers des récits captivants. Son style se caractérise par un esprit vif, une profonde perspicacité de la nature humaine et une touche occasionnelle mais percutante d'absurdité qui invite le lecteur à la réflexion. Par son œuvre, il offre une perspective unique sur les défis et les joies de la vie quotidienne, souvent avec des retournements inattendus. Ses histoires sont riches en personnages vivants et en moments mémorables.
Cody navigates a turbulent home life marked by neglect and abuse, relying on his intelligence and humor to cope. In contrast, Autumn, a wealthy Indigenous girl, struggles to fit in with her popular peers. Their paths cross one fateful night when Autumn discovers Cody in a vulnerable state after fleeing from his father. This encounter sets the stage for a poignant exploration of resilience, friendship, and the challenges of escaping difficult circumstances.
A hilarious how-to on creative writing that makes the writing process fun for aspiring middle-school authors. For fans of Writing Radar by Jack Gantos. Interested in writing but don't know how to get started? Love reading and want to know more about how stories are created? Like ridiculous tales about troublesome sisters, peanut butter and steamrollers? Look no further! Esteemed writer Richard Scrimger is here to answer all your burning questions about writing: whether about plot, character, structure, story hooks or commas. (Actually, don't ask him about commas, it's not that kind of book.) Using clever (so he thinks) analogies, (sort of) brilliant examples and funny (well . . .) anecdotes, he will give you (truly) useful tools to start you on your way as a writer. And if that's not enough, comic illustrations by D. McFadzean are the pepperoni on the writing pizza! (That will make sense once you read the book.) So come, read this book and start your writing journey!
Fred is a sixth-grader reeling from the loss of his beloved dog, Casey. Every day he walks home from school bouncing Casey's old worn-out tennis ball. One day, the ball falls down a sewer grate, and Fred can't bear to leave it down there. He pries open the grate and stumbles down. Through the sewer, Fred enters a parallel universe: Casey is alive, his mom and sister are happier, and there's a version of Fred who's happier too. Spending time with Casey, Fred feels joy for the first time since his dog's death, but he slowly realizes that the loss of Casey is masking an even greater loss: the death of Fred's father. Fred brings his sister, Izzy, to this upside-down world of lost things in the hope of finding their father and bringing him back. Can everything that is lost be found again?
Exploring the afterlife through the eyes of a fourteen-year-old boy, this story blends humor and bleakness as Jim navigates a surreal realm populated by vivid characters like angry Slayers and tearful Mourners. After a fatal accident, he gains insight into mortality and faces challenges from both the afterworld and his troubled life, including a neighborhood bully and a disturbing sister. The narrative combines elements of adventure and introspection, offering a unique perspective on life, death, and the struggles that define us.
Ein blinder Detektiv sieht besser! Ein außergewöhnlicher Detektiv, eine unentbehrliche Freundin, falsche Fährten, überraschende Wendungen und ein toller Plot: Charly ist blind. Er versucht die Unschuld seines Vaters zu beweisen, der eine Bank überfallen haben soll. Zusammen mit seiner Freundin macht er sich auf die Suche nach dem Täter ... Atemlose Spannung - ein fesselnder Roman des preisgekrönten kanadischen Autors Richard Scrimger.
In the tar-melting heat of a suburban summer, everyboy Jules, athletic and handsome Chris, and oddball Corey (he laughs at gravel and anticipates zombie attacks) have lived side by side for most of their lives. Behind their backyards is a ravine through which flows a modest river. This familiar territory is by turns comforting and terrifying.When a tornado brings down a big maple tree, the boys make a raft of the branches and set off downstream. After all, at thirteen they are old enough to take a day trip by themselves. On their way, the boys meet with a series of adventures that are funny at first glance but resonate deeply. They rescue a diabolical dog, confront a hydrophobic gang, and survive a waterfall. They are bombarded by bicycles, hoodwinked by hobos, and bewitched by bikinis. By accident, they crash a funeral, and, by design, they crash a pool party — with tragic results.Urban blight and rural beauty, Into the Ravine is a journey where the geography mirrors the contradictions of the human heart. Renowned author Richard Scrimger draws on his powerful ability to tell a story that can truly make you laugh until you cry.
Heimlich hat Jane an der Tankstelle einen kleinen, alten Mann ins Auto geschmuggelt, der dringend zur Beerdigung seines Bruders muss. Und das, wo Jane auf der langen Autofahrt doch schon genug am Hals hat: mit dem nervigen Baby, ihrem nörgeligen Bruder, der schwierigen Großmutter und dem leicht überforderten Vater! Da lassen die Katastrophen nicht lange auf sich warten.
Norbert, a clever alien from Jupiter, faces a crisis when his beloved Nerissa is kidnapped by a giant and imprisoned in the Lost Tower of Lotubmen. To rescue her, he enlists the help of Alan, a boy from Earth who has previously adventured with Norbert. As they embark on this quest together, Alan discovers a bizarre yet oddly familiar world on Jupiter, filled with challenges that test their friendship and courage.
Nominated for the 2004/2005 Red Cedar Book Awards, this fiction piece captivates young readers with its engaging narrative and relatable characters. The story explores themes of friendship, adventure, and self-discovery, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a meaningful read. Its recognition highlights its appeal and impact within the realm of children's literature, encouraging discussions among young audiences.
