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Monsters Among Us! (Franken-Sci High #2)
by Mark YoungThe hilarious madness at Franken-Sci High continues in this second book in a wacky series created with The Jim Henson Company.Franken-Sci High is the only school in the world for aspiring mad scientists and it’s located on a craggy island in the Bermuda Triangle, of course! While some mad scientists are power-hungry maniacs, the school was founded in 1536 as a refuge for generations of brilliant—and sometimes eccentric—young minds. Students are encouraged to use their brainpower for good, but the teachers accept that some kids will want to take over the world…and the school cafeteria. In the second book in the Franken-Sci High series, Monsters Among Us, Newton Warp’s friends notice he’s being followed around by a strange new professor, Dr. Flubitus, but have no idea why. Newton wonders if it has something to do with the barcode on his foot. He doesn’t have much time to dwell on it, though, because soon there are reports of a giant monster loose on campus! Shelly assumes a school for mad scientists would have top-notch security against monsters, nosy tourists, and other invaders, but soon she and her friends Newton and Theremin discover a gaping loophole in the system. If a marauding monster can find its way to the school’s secret location in the Bermuda Triangle and figure out how to open a portal to the campus, anyone else could get in, too! Then Shelly finds out she might be the reason the monster is there in the first place… TM & © 2019 The Jim Henson Company
Monsters and Creatures: A Young Adventurer's Guide (Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer's Guides)
by Dungeons & Dragons Jim Zub Stacy King Andrew WheelerThis introductory guide to DUNGEONS & DRAGONS provides a fun and immersive primer to its beasts and monsters.In this illustrated guide, you're transported to the legendary and magical worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and presented with one-of-a-kind entries for some of its most sinister, foul, and memorable monsters. Featuring amazing illustrations and expert insights on some of D&D's most dangerous monsters, the guide shines a spotlight on the beasts that scare, excite, and cause trouble for adventurers, from creatures that live underground, to those that dwell in the wilderness and boneyards or soar in the sky. In these profiles you will find information on the size of each monster, its danger level, and tips for how to survive an encounter. The perfect entry point for young fans of fantasy eager to become D&D adventurers, this book also features introductory "Encounter" stories so readers can practice the problem-solving skills they'll need to fight these monsters when they play a D&D adventure of their own.
Monsters and Markers (The Markers #2)
by Maria ViolanteBetween a screwed up prophecy, an evil order on your tail, and monster attacks—who has time for love? Charlie Kale never thought she'd find herself on the run. She never expected to be apprenticed into a shadow order at gunpoint, either. But when her stint in the Markers goes sour, the truck driver turned monster fighter only has three options: stick around and make a prophecy baby with a man she hates, die at the hand of an evil organizational head known only as the Cronus, or make a run for it. She'll take option three, thank you. Her only plan is a long shot into a painful past and the hope that somewhere along the line, her absent father left her enough of a clue to find a way out. That information isn’t going to come easy, though. A mysterious power is taking over her body, the evil head of the Markers and his hitmen are on her tail, and a plethora of nightmare creatures all seem dead-set on making her food. Can she really find a way through with just her light and her dog?
Monsters and Men Box Set
by R. W. ClingerBe afraid. Be very afraid. Then again, you might feel that you’re falling in love with that sexy vampire or legendary warlock. Love is love, right? This box set by R.W. Clinger explores romantic Monsters and Men. Four tales of the haunting and unthinkable. Strange and dark relationships that can be considered obscure, dangerous, and filled with nothing less than deathly desire.Contains the stories:Vonderlust: Antiques dealer Liam goes to retrieve a valuable painting from the foreboding Hyde Manor. His trepidations disappear when he meets the sexy caretaker. During his stay, strange things happen. But when he attempts to leave, he’s confronted by Lord Hyde. Will Liam live another day to tell his vampire tale of Hyde Manor, or die like the many men before him?The 13th Warlock: Sawyer Black is sent to Bitter, PA, to gather details of a mysterious disappearance. With the help of local pub owner Harry, he uncovers a warlock coven and learns of Wilhelm Ravenrock, the strange man who lives in the haunted woods. As the facts continue to build, Sawyer becomes Harry's attraction. Will he still be Harry's sexual interest after the dark secrets of Bitter are disclosed?Something Purple this Way Comes: Strange things are happening in the countryside near Lake Erie. Creepy and ominous and ... purple things. Can three men and their lovers live through the night to share their strange tales of terror? Maybe. Maybe not. Only daylight will bring answers after the purple night of alien terror.Blood on My Hands: Vampire Jonathon Splinter seeks out young men to feed. As Halloween approaches, he devises a plan for his next hunt with the help of his mortal lover Toby. But someone has witnessed one of his bloody hunts and is blackmailing him. With Toby’s help, the two devise a plan to hunt and feed on the man. But on the evening of the planned murder, Jonathon Splinter's bloody life will change forever.
Monsters! and Other Stories
by Gustavo DuarteNewcomer Gustavo Duarte spins wordless tales brimming with humor, charm, and delightfully twisted horror! In Monsters!, oversized beasts wreak havoc on cities in the tradition of Godzilla and King Kong. In Có!, an alien abduction disarms a gentle farmer, and in Birds, two business partners run from fate only to find themselves hopelessly unable to change the future. * In the tradition of Pixar! * Giant beasts bent on destroying the world!
Monsters Born and Made
by Tanvi BerwahLIMITED PRINT RUN: EXCLUSIVE FIRST EDITION. The first printing includes an exclusive designed case! Available only while stock lasts.*A Book Riot Must-Read South Asian Book of 2022**A BuzzFeed Highly Anticipated YA Book of Summer 2022*She grew up battling the monsters that live in the black seas, but it couldn't prepare her to face the cunning cruelty of the ruling elite.Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and These Violent Delights, this South Asian-inspired fantasy is a gripping debut about the power of the elite, the price of glory, and one girl's chance to change it all.Sixteen-year-old Koral and her older brother Emrik risk their lives each day to capture the monstrous maristags that live in the black seas around their island. They have to, or else their family will starve.In an oceanic world swarming with vicious beasts, the Landers—the ruling elite, have indentured Koral's family to provide the maristags for the Glory Race, a deadly chariot tournament reserved for the upper class. The winning contender receives gold and glory. The others—if they're lucky—survive.When the last maristag of the year escapes and Koral has no new maristag to sell, her family's financial situation takes a turn for the worse and they can't afford medicine for her chronically ill little sister. Koral's only choice is to do what no one in the world has ever dared: cheat her way into the Glory Race.But every step of the way is unpredictable as Koral races against competitors—including her ex-boyfriend—who have trained for this their whole lives and who have no intention of letting a low-caste girl steal their glory. As a rebellion rises and rogues attack Koral to try and force her to drop out, she must choose—her life or her sister's—before the whole island burns.Perfect for fans of:Dystopian FantasySea MonstersExes-to-Rivals-to-?Golden Boy x PariahDeadly CompetitionRebellionAngsty TeenagersFans of Chloe GongFemale FriendshipPraise for Monsters Born and Made:"An exhilarating race of willpower and defiance, set on an utterly unique world filled with glorious monsters." —Xiran Jay Zhao, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iron Widow"Monsters Born and Made takes well-beloved YA tropes and turns them on their heads, creating an action-packed rallying cry against oppression and a riveting tale of one girl's desperation to survive no matter the odds." —Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times bestselling author of A Song of Wraiths and Ruin
The Monsters & Creatures Compendium: A Young Adventurer's Guide (Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer's Guides)
by Jim Zub Official Dungeons & Dragons LicensedDiscover the terrifying monsters and fascinating beasts of Dungeons & Dragons with this A-to-Z illustrated guide to all the creatures you might encounter during your adventures.In this single-volume collection of all the creature profiles from the first six books in the Young Adventurer's Guide series, you&’ll find the wild and wondrous creatures that populate the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Pore over profiles of dragons (from chromatic to metallic), owlbears, unicorns, and more, each accompanied by vivid illustrations. Narrative encounters and storytelling prompts help you strategize so you can make sure to best these beasts in your own campaigns. With beautiful illustrations and advice on what to do should you come across these magical and terrifying creatures, The Monsters & Creatures Compendium provides the perfect guide for young fans and new players traversing the worlds of D&D.
The Monster's Daughter: Book 2 of the Ministry of SUITs
by Paul GambleMemo: For Ministry of Strange, Unusual, and Impossible Things Operatives OnlyRe: The Monster's Daughter by Paul GambleThere is more trouble in Belfast: odd things are happening at the aquarium, giant crabs are staging jail breaks, and formerly harmless bath bombs are destroying bathrooms left and right.Fortunately, our brave new recruits—Jack, a curious boy skilled at logical thinking, and Trudy, the most dangerous girl in school—are on the case. Armed with the best Ministry training (as long as you don't panic everything will be fine) and full access to Ministry supplies (those that weren't ruined in the recent flood), we are confident that they can discover and foil this villainous plot.Please give them all possible assistance. Oh, and be sure not to share their location, as Jack is still on the run from the Tooth Fairy.
Monsters Don't Scuba Dive (The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #14)
by Marcia Thornton Jones Debbie DadeyThere are some pretty weird grownups living in Bailey City. But could the swimming teacher at Camp Lone Wolf really be a sea monster? The Bailey School Kids are going to find out! "Once people find out there's a monster lurking in Lake Erin, they'll want to see it," Howie said. "Listen to yourself," Eddie said. "You're talking like your brain is monster mush." Melody added, "Miss McFarland is not a sea monster." "How can you be so sure?" Liza squeaked. Melody patted Liza on the back. "Sea monsters don't play the bagpipes." "And they definitely don't scuba dive," Eddie added.
Monsters Eat Whiny Children
by Bruce Eric KaplanAges 4-8. Henry and Eve are two perfectly delightful children who happen to be going through a terrible phase where they whine all day and night. Their kindly father warns them that monsters eat whiny children. Of course, they don't pay attention, until one day a monster shows up at their door. But that is just the beginning.
The Monsters Hiding in Your Closet
by Madeline SmootIt's amazing the kinds of monsters you can find in an old closet. Whether it's a dragon in a hotel room or a Bigfoot baby in an abandoned mansion, the monsters hiding in the closets come in all shapes and sizes. In this collection of ten exciting tales, monsters help show us what it is to be human. Includes stories by Elliot Addison, Jessica Lee Anderson, Susan Bianculli, Melanie Cole, Jaime Formato, John Linwood Grant, Laura Keating, Jonathan Lahr, Hope Erica Schultz, and Lisa Timpf.
Monsters in America: Our Historical Obsession with the Hideous and the Haunting
by W. Scott Poole<p>Salem witches, frontier wilderness beasts, freak show oddities, alien invasions, Freddie Krueger. From our colonial past to the present, the monster in all its various forms has been a staple of American culture. A masterful survey of our grim and often disturbing past, Monsters in America uniquely brings together history and culture studies to expose the dark obsessions that have helped create our national identity. <p>Monsters are not just fears of the individual psyche, historian Scott Poole explains, but are concoctions of the public imagination, reactions to cultural influences, social change, and historical events. Conflicting anxieties about race, class, gender, sexuality, religious beliefs, science, and politics manifest as haunting beings among the populace. From Victorian-era mad scientists to modern-day serial killers, new monsters appear as American society evolves, paralleling fluctuating challenges to the cultural status quo. Consulting newspaper accounts, archival materials, personal papers, comic books, films, and oral histories, Poole adroitly illustrates how the creation of the monstrous "other" not only reflects society's fears but shapes actual historical behavior and becomes a cultural reminder of inhuman acts.</p>
Monsters in Space!
by Colin Jack Ray O'RyanZack learns that appearances aren't everything when he has an up-close-and-personal monster encounter in this chapter book adventure.Zack is shocked when he goes to school one day and finds a monster in his seat! Who/what is this creature? At first Zack is scared, but he soon finds that this monster, Al, is kind and friendly. Zack and Al become fast friends, and Zack goes to Al's planet and meets all kinds of other monsters. Zack realizes that just because Al looks different, it doesn't mean that he's weird or strange. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Galaxy Zack chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Monsters in Space!
by Ray O'Ryan Colin JackZack learns that appearances aren't everything when he has an up-close-and-personal monster encounter in this chapter book adventure.Zack is shocked when he goes to school one day and finds a monster in his seat! Who/what is this creature? At first Zack is scared, but he soon finds that this monster, Al, is kind and friendly. Zack and Al become fast friends, and Zack goes to Al's planet and meets all kinds of other monsters. Zack realizes that just because Al looks different, it doesn't mean that he's weird or strange. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Galaxy Zack chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Monsters in the Mist
by Juliana Brandt"A tale that is chilling on more than one level… Zombie rats and ghastly ghosts galore—but the haunting comes from more than the spectral cast" — KirkusWhen 13-year-old Glennon McCue, his mom, and his fragile sister are left with their uncle at his lighthouse on Isle Philippeaux, Glennon desperately wants leave the desolate isle and return home. But his father is away, so Glennon is forced to spend his break surrounded by fog, rats, and chilling myths. Nothing seems quite right… with the island or with his family.A storm rocks the island and a ship crashes near the lighthouse, leaving behind a group of sailors. Something is off about the survivors, who seem more monster than human. Soon it becomes clear that there won't be boats to take anyone home, and Glennon and his family are trapped.It will take all Glennon's courage to save his family from the curse of the isle and the real monster in his life.Pick up Monsters in the Mist if you are looking for:A book for middle school students, 5th grade to 9th gradeMystery books for kids 9-12Chilling ghost stories and ghost books for kids (perfect for Halloween!)Praise for The Wolf of Cape Fen:"Brandt's striking debut is eerie and intriguing, set in a deftly built world that feels both cozily familiar and unsettlingly odd. A stunning seaside fairy tale that will absorb readers until the very end."—Booklist"Unfolding gradually as Eliza relentlessly pieces the past together, this intriguing mystery culminates in a startling, literally transforming climax."—Kirkus Reviews"Atmospheric...this fabulist middle grade effectively employs a dream-fueled magic system that reckons with consequences."—Publishers WeeklyPraise for A Wilder Magic:"Readers who enjoyed the Savvy series by Ingrid Law and Drizzle by Kathleen Van Cleve will love this little gem." —Rebecca Williams, Portland Book Review"The relationship between magic, nature, and intent adds a thoughtful level of complexity and cost to this sophomore novel by Brandt....a poignant blend of loss and optimism as readers empathize with Sybaline's rebellion against inevitable change." —Publishers Weekly"[Kids] expecting a big move may find comfort in Sybaline's eventual acceptance of her need to leave the valley." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Monsters in the Mist: The Mystery of Entity303 Book Two: A Gameknight999 Adventure: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Adventure (Gameknight999 Series #2)
by Mark ChevertonGameknight999 is hot on the trail of Entity303, who has kidnapped Weaver. He follows the mysterious villain into the strange mod world of Mystcraft, with green skies, trees with blue leaves, floating islands, and a blood-red moon.Entity303 makes his way to a tower made of sparkling blue crystals, where he steals a linked book from the User-that-is-not-a-user, disappearing into one of Mystcraft’s many ages.Without the linked book, Gameknight has no way of ever leaving Mystcraft and returning to the Overworld. And besides, he can’t leave with rescuing Weaver and sending him back to the past, which would repair Minecraft’s timeline, making things right in the game once again.The User-that-is-not-a-user has no choice but to visit each age, in hopes of finding the right one. But in the process he’ll discover an unsettling truth about Entity303, and the deadly monsters the villain has left in wait for him.Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers-picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
The Monsters in Your Neighborhood
by Jesse PetersenAs one of Frankenstein's Creatures, Natalie Gray knows that unique parts sometimes make up a great whole. Still, leading a diverse support group for monsters--now including Cthulhu!--isn't an easy task. Especially not since the internet arrived. New York City embraces the different and the bizarre. Still, even for such a fun-loving city, the supernatural and monstrous might be a bit too much. It's been six months since the members of "Club Monstrosity" overcame the most recent spate of anti-monster violence and they've reestablished their routine of meeting in a church basement once a week to (ugh!) talk about their feelings. Still, they also know a war against them is brewing. Natalie and Alec (the werewolf) have begun dating, and the mummies Kai and Rehu are tighter than a bug in a...well, bandage. But when modern means (YouTube, Twitter, bits and bytes) are used to chilp away at the solidarity of these ancient monsters, it's up to Natalie to save the day. #MonstersInNewYork may be trending on Twitter, but this girl's trending toward saving the day...somehow.
Monsters, Inc. Big Golden Book (Disney/Pixar Monsters, Inc.)
by Disney PressBoys and girls ages 3-7 will love this new hardcover Big Golden Book retelling Disney/Pixar Monsters, Inc. The blockbuster film about Mike, Sulley, and the little girl who turns their monster world upside down is being re-released in theaters in January 2013—in Disney Digital 3-D!
Monsters, Inc. Little Golden Book (Little Golden Book)
by Andrea Posner-SanchezMike, Sulley, and the rest of the workers at Monsters, Inc. are in for a big surprise when a little girl enters their world! Boys and girls ages 2-5 will love this full-color Little Golden Book which retells the hilarious, heartwarming story of the Disney/Pixar blockbuster Monsters, Inc.
The Monsters Know What They're Doing: Combat Tactics for Dungeon Masters (The Monsters Know What They’re Doing #1)
by Keith AmmannFrom the creator of the popular blog The Monsters Know What They&’re Doing comes a compilation of villainous battle plans for Dungeon Masters.In the course of a Dungeons & Dragons game, a Dungeon Master has to make one decision after another in response to player behavior—and the better the players, the more unpredictable their behavior! It&’s easy for even an experienced DM to get bogged down in on-the-spot decision-making or to let combat devolve into a boring slugfest, with enemies running directly at the player characters and biting, bashing, and slashing away. In The Monsters Know What They&’re Doing, Keith Ammann lightens the DM&’s burden by helping you understand your monsters&’ abilities and develop battle plans before your fifth edition D&D game session begins. Just as soldiers don&’t whip out their field manuals for the first time when they&’re already under fire, a DM shouldn&’t wait until the PCs have just encountered a dozen bullywugs to figure out how they advance, fight, and retreat. Easy to read and apply, The Monsters Know What They're Doing is essential reading for every DM.
Monsters, Mind Your Manners!
by Simon Scales Elizabeth SpurrLook out, children, here they come, bringing pandemonium!Lock doors and windows, run and hide. Do not let these creeps inside!Colorful monsters invade home and school! Shocked and dismayed children react to the crazy--and sometimes disgusting--practices of rude--and sometimes goofy--monsters. But the monsters are on the losing end when they miss out on the best part of bedtime.
The Monsters' Monster
by Patrick McdonnellOnce upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. But when they decide to build a huge monster of their own, he isn't exactly what the creatures were expecting. He's happy. He giggles. He's just grateful to be alive. And he has a lesson for his grouchy creators that only takes two little words.In this playful tale from bestselling picture book author Patrick McDonnell, a very BIG monster shows three very BAD little monsters the power of boundless gratitude.
Monsters, Movies & Mayhem
by Kevin J. Anderson&“A fun, nostalgia-filled anthology of twenty-three original, lighthearted horror tales riffing on the movie monsters of both modern cinema and B-movie favorites.&” —Publishers Weekly Lights! Camera! Monsters? Sometimes you go to the movies. And sometimes, the movies—and their monsters—come to you. At any moment, without notice, monsters once relegated to the screen become a reality. Aliens and demons, dragons and ghosts, werewolves, vampires, zombies, and seemingly ordinary people who are just plain evil. Join award-winning authors Jonathan Maberry, Fran Wilde, David Gerrold, Rick Wilber and others for twenty-three all-new tales of haunted theaters, video gods, formidable demons, alien pizza, and delirious actors. Each story takes you to the silver screen with monstrous results. Funny or grim, unsettling or cozy . . . You&’ll laugh! You&’ll sigh! You&’ll scream! Grab popcorn—and good running shoes—and enjoy the show.
The Monsters Next Door (The Bailey City Monsters #1)
by Debbie Dadey Marcia Thornton JonesBailey City has some weird grown-ups. It's the perfect place for spooky Hauntly Manor Inn. Could Dracula, a mad scientist, and Frankenstein's monster be living there?