Welcome to our book review site go-pdf.online!
You may have to Search all our reviewed books and magazines, click the sign up button below to create a free account.
Evan Jacobs
Biography of Evan Jacobs, currently Stereoscopic Supervisor at Marvel Studios, previously VFX Consultant at The Zero Theorem and VFX Consultant at The Zero Theorem.
Screaming Quietly
Sometimes we find ourselves on a gravel road, not sure of how we got there or where the road leads. Low-level teen fiction tackling tough and gritty topics like foster care, rape, teen pregnancy and more. Series contains a silver medal winner for the Independent Publishers Book Award. Each eBook is approximately 200-pages. Lexile Levels: 390 to 400. Ian Taylor lives a secret life. At school he's a varsity football player, dating one of the hottest cheerleaders on campus. At home he's his divorced mother's right hand, helping her to keep his younger autistic brother, Davey, in line. To Ian, Davey is a freak. And no one must ever know about him. But it's a game changer when Davey begins attending a special day class at Ian's school. Undaunted, Ian continues his charade of denying Davey's existence, even when Davey has massive public meltdowns. He internalizes his strong feelings--Screaming Quietly inside--until resentment, anger, and embarrassment force him to burst. But his love for Davey and his desire to man up eventually allow him to overcome peer pressure and fully own his life.
The New Kid
Themes: Stealing & helping others¾ Marlon Moore is part of Walden Lane Middle Schoolês buddy program. The popular program helps new kids adapt to the school by pairing them up with a buddy. The buddyês job is to help new students by introducing them to friends and showing them around the campus. Marlon takes his job seriously. New kid Robert seems like a cool guy and fits in well with Marlonês crew. But Marlon learns quickly that Robert is a thief. First he steals some food from the local 7-Eleven. The boys think itês a fluke. But then Robert steals from WowTech, a gaming and electronics store. He puts an old PSP into Marlonês backpack, and he steals a high-tech smartphone for himself....
Zombies!
Themes: Horror, Lying, Fiction, Tween, Emergent Reader, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Leo the Liar is in big trouble now. Heês promised the toughest kid in school a photo of a real zombie. And he has to deliver. Now Leo knows there are no such things as zombies. But he wants to prove a point. Plus, he doesnêt like being called a liar. So he sneaks out late at night and finds more than he ever bargained for. Can he save himself and his family from a zombie swarm? This series of short nove...
My Mom, The Champion
An unforgettable knockout of a read! Christina Zambrano is a straight-A student, a model of success at Brickman High School. But at home, life is far from perfect. Her mother, Elisa Zambrano, was once a fierce boxing champion known as "Manos femeninas de piedra"—The Female Hands of Stone. Now, she’s more interested in partying than in reliving her glory days. As Christina juggles her hidden struggles, she dreams of a future far from her chaotic home. But when her mom gets a shot at redemption in the boxing ring, their lives are thrown back into the spotlight. Can Elisa prove she still has the heart of a champion? And will Christina find the courage to fight for her own dreams? "My Mom, The Champion" is a heart-pounding story of family, resilience, and the fight for a better life. This emotional rollercoaster will remind you that true strength isn’t just about winning in the ring—it’s about never giving up, even when life delivers its hardest punches.
FatherSonFather
THEMES: Fathers and Sons, Transgender, Prejudice, Death of a Parent. Jeff knew his dad wouldn’t live forever. But he had already lost his mom. It would be too unfair. The 9-1-1 call was shocking. The hospital, impersonal. When his dad improved, he was transferred to a rehabilitation facility. There, a transgender nurse took over his care. Jeff was appalled. But slowly, his admiration for her grew.
Hermandible
"When courage takes shape, even the smallest hero can make a giant impact." Step into the world of Herman Gonzalez, a middle schooler navigating friendships, family drama, and unexpected superpowers in Hermandible by Evan Jacobs. Herman's life takes a wild turn when he's stung by a bee, awakening mysterious mandible-like powers. As he grapples with his newfound abilities, Herman finds himself facing school bullies, participating in hot dog-eating contests, and learning what it truly means to be a hero—just like the Knights of the Round Table he admires. Packed with heart, humor, and action, Hermandible is a captivating story of self-discovery, friendship, and bravery. Young readers will relate to Herman's struggles and root for him as he learns to embrace his unique gifts and stand up for what's right. If you enjoy stories of ordinary kids with extraordinary powers, you'll love Hermandible—a fun and heartfelt tale that reminds us that courage comes in many forms.
Vesage
"You have before you a collection of some of the world's most incredible art created by some of the world's most incredible artists--the members of the Visual Effects Society. No matter the background or training, the artist and the art are truly unique--as is this book."--Eric Roth Behold VESAGE--a visual treasure for all time! VESAGE celebrates the creative talents of key members from the Visual Effects Society (VES). In this visually stunning page-turner, the world's best visual effects artists have provided a plethora of visual candy to keep you and your friends engaged and amazed. Share this treasure: it is too wonderful to sit on a shelf forgotten, you'll come back to it again and agai...
The Jury
A store owner and his son are brutally murdered on a cold January 1982 night in Aiken, S.C. Adonis Lee is selected to serve on the jury trying two black men for the crime. His hatred for blacks spurs him to push for a conviction even though the case for the prosecution is weak. On the first ballot, Adonis finds himself the only juror voting guilty, but he relentlessly pressures the other eleven, hoping to change their votes. A recent look into the lives of jurors reveal events that could influence their life and death decisions. Can one man force a conviction? A story of love, dreams and aspirations leading to a startling climax.
Halloween
¾Themes: Practical jokes¾ Halloween is serious business. But Marlon is still too irresponsible to go out on his own, so his big sister has to supervise the nightês fun trick-or-treating adventure. Ashley promises to hang back if Marlon and his friend can walk through the graveyard. It is on! But Ashley suddenly disappears and the boys are left to fend for themselves.¾ Walden Lane is a quintessential small city. And these chapter books describe a typical American family, with busy schedules and the usual problems. The series explores suburban life in a fun way, with topics appropriate for younger readers. These gentle reads are innocent, hopeful, and sometimes funny, with no unsettling surprises or storylines. Each book is 5,000 words (approx.) and 10 chapters.
