Ghost Books

This book is Great! I have read all of the watcher's series andthis one is the best. I highly reccommend it

He is on a ship he and the busboy jump off to swim. they get seperated at a cloud wall (which goes to a different world Onieron that he doesn't know about)he goes there and he finds a picture album he sees a picture with the busboy (the busboy didn't want to live forever in Onieron.) they tell him that if he leaves the island they will die but he doesn't understand why. WHY WOULD THE BUSBOY WANT HIM IN ONIERON?

That you can find out when you read WATCHERS ISLAND#5

This book, like the others, is a little spooky, but that's okay. It's about a girl who is really unhappy. Then she meets a boy who takes her to a mysterious island. The island is sort of spooky, because you just know that there's something wrong with it, but that's okay. I can't say any more without ruining the plot. P.S. The Antartica series is a great series for readers that want books that are a little longer. None of the sci-fi stuff, but still great.

If you haven't read any of the other Watchers books yet, no problem. None of them are related to each other in terms of storyline or characters, but they're all truely exceptional books. Just stay away from this one until you've read the others, though, if you really want to save the best for last. Island is the most impressive and clever one ever written, and leaves you with a bittersweet feeling that no other author can pull off as well as Peter Lerangis.

Rachel Childers is on a cruise ship in the middle of the sea when everything in her life starts to pile up and overwhelm her. She is miserable, but nobody really understands her...except for a mysterious man named Colin who has a lot in common with her and has just the thing to let her life take a better turn, if only she'd follow him out into the sea where he says an island lies that will get rid of all her cares. Rachel follows, but after a mysterious cloud of fog reaches them, she gets separated from Colin and is stuck on the isolated island alone. Everything is fun and carefree on the island as promised, but Rachel soon learnd that it's not just her cares that the islanders are going to get rid of...and Colin is the last person in the world that she'd expect to take her to such a place, but piece by piece she discovers that Colin is not who she thinks he is and the island has a dark past to it, giving plenty of reason for Rachel to never leave...the compromise of death.

Truely the best Watchers book to date, but, then again, which one isn't? This one, however, has everything you expect from a great intriguing mystery, all set in the successful Watchers-style setting, that is, the dark, mysterious place with an eerie and shady past. For some reason, though, this is the Watchers book that delivers itself the best. From the poetic wording to just the very idea of the plot, this book shines in every aspect. Pick it up now, it is worth your time.

Giggle is a nine-year-old ghost who works magic, plays tricks, rescues animals, and even goes to the moon! She is also friends with two humans, Rusty and Lenore, as well as a six-year-old wind from the North Pole named Gusty. Giggle also has some grown-up neighbors that include a piccolo-playing ghost, a wise ghost from the synagogue, and a motherly lady skeleton. Giggle and her family are happy spirits who live in the bell tower of Father Boyle's church. Illustrated with b/w cartoon drawings, the nine short stories comprising It's Great To Be A Ghost! is an especially recommended and totally fun reader for children grades 3 through 6.

Schiffhorst's "It's Great to Be a Ghost!" is a must-read. While it's geared towards elementary schoolers, I would recommend it to anyone. The stories of Giggles the ghost and her friends are so fun and enjoyable! Your child(ren) will appreciate these magical charming little stories, and as a parent you will remain confident that he or she is learning some very important lessons too - tolerance and respect for all religions and people - even if they are green or blue! The large easy-to-read print, imaginative plot lines, and adorable illustrations will keep your child(ren) interested and their imaginations running wild! Kudos to Lynn Schiffhorst for such delightful well written stories - I hope to see more of her work on bookshelves soon! A true treasure that belongs in every elementary schooler's collection... Purchase it, read it, and enjoy it - you won't be disappointed!

I gave this book after reading it myself to my neighbor, Sonya, who is 9 years old . Sonya loves the idea of friendly ghosts and was thrilled when she saw the cover with Giggle's picture. These stories teach tolerance and multiculturalism with subtlety. They are informative, colorful stories that even adults can enjoy. My personal favorite story was about the Thanksgiving cat. And the great thing about Amazon is that the books arrive quickly. My order was even individually shrinkwrapped. Good choice and because it's a reader, it both educates and entertains. Good show, Lynn Schiffhorst!

As a parent of an 8 year old, I was thrilled to have purchased such a wonderful book. My son had always been a little afraid of Ghosts and monsters. Having him read all the fantastic stories about "Giggles the Ghost" and her many adventures, he isn't afraid of ghosts any more. As a Jewish parent, it was a huge surprise to have a story about Hanukkah, as this was one of his Hanukkah presents. It is extremely well written and I applaud the author for her work. The illustrations are also marvelous. And yes, I too enjoyed this book.

This book is a sweet Halloween story, and one that appeals to all ages. The artwork is completely adorable and well-done, and the story of the supposedly timid little pig who stays home from going trick-or-treating with his friends, only to be visited by a witch and several other Halloween monsters who then help him create an evening of fun and making delicious treats at home is bound to be an attractive story to any other reader who has a secret fear! Cute, comforting, and filled with the simple shivers of Halloween!

I didn't think my (young) 3-year-old would sit through this book. The text looked long, the art very detailed. But I was WRONG! This has been our nightly story for weeks and I confess: I'm not bored. It's the perfect touch--not very frightening and a reassuring story of self-confidence. Even my 2-year-old pops in for the occasional ghost or pig (no, he's not quite ready for the whole story although Curious George has kept him seated).

Jan Waldron needs to write more! And I'm buying more of David McPhail's books!

This is our family's favorite Halloween book, hands down! The story is great. The rhyme and meter actually work and sound great read aloud, and the pictures are amazing. We got it a few years ago, and my kids, now 6 and 11 BOTH still love it. And for us as parents, this one is one of the rare picture books we never get tired of reading over and over. I'm buying more for friends.

I bought this book for my daughter to celebrate Halloween. It is her favorite holiday so we read this book year round. The story is about a pig named John who is too scared to go trick or treating on Halloween with his friends. John stays back at the house as his friends go on without him. After they leave a real witch comes calling for some treats. When she sees that John only has candy to hand out she decides to teach hime how to make some real Halloween treats. They whip up such heavenly connoctions as pies, tarts, mousse, sundaes, and cookies. All of the witch's monster friends show up for a real Halloween party. Finally the witch tells John that they have to leave while it is still night out. When John's pig friends come back cold and tired they are amazed to find all of the treats that John has prepared. When John goes to bed he realizes he is no longer afraid of Halloween and he dreams of all of the new friends he has made. The illustrations in this book are great and the story is really sweet. My daughter loves this book and I really enjoy reading it to her. This book will really put you into a Halloween mood.

I fell in love with this book from the start. I loved how John Pig portrayed his feelings about Halloween. There was so many adorables pictures that you begin to see new things in the pictures that you didn't see before. The witch is great - My kids loved that idea that she was a fun witch. The food she made sounded heavenly... What a great book for kids.... My children adore this book as do I.

With a keen eye for what makes a good story, Keven McQueen uses his ready wit to tell each one with humor. These are sometimes morbid tales but told in such a way that the reader is entertained by them. "Kentucky Book of the Dead" amuses and sometimes fascinates.

THIS BOOK IS EXTREMELY ENTERTAINING AND WOULD MAKE AN EXCELLENT GIFT! I TOOK IT TO WORK WITH ME AND ALL MY CO-WORKERS PASSED IT AROUND AND READ ALOUD AND TO THEMSELVES VARIOUS PARTS OF IT! THEY ALL ENJOYED IT AS MUCH AS I DO!

Keven McQueen has the potential to be the Stephen King of non-fiction! Like King he relies on the most horrific material to entertain the reader. The difference is McQueen uses the reality of the human condition to cause nightmares!!!!! "The Kentucky Book of the Dead" will leave the reader in a dilemma.............Should one be embalmed or risk being buried alive??

It takes a consummate master of the written word to make typically unsavory topics such as death by cesspool and olden embalming techniques come across as hilarious and not just plain morbid. Keven Mcqueen is a master, as proven by his latest book, The Kentucky Book of the Dead. He's got it in spades. He'll waste no time for the reader, offering up concise yet enthralling bits of death and factoids on the mayhem wreaked by the unlucky, uncaring, and just plain not so bright among us. He gives us a lagniappe of amusing tombstone headings as a little gift to the reader, which I consider a fantastic way of ending the book. Also, Kyle McQueen's illustrations help spotlight all the humor and pathos. Don't miss out on this one!

I recommened this book very highly to anyone that has a need for horror

The book is great for any fear loving person. It has action, love, and fear. I'm 12 and got into it and couldn't put it down. I almost got so tearified I couldn't put it down till everything was safe and sound.

...." A clever, hip and frightening adventure faced by the twins and their friends that will leave you on the edge of your seat at the end of each chapter..."

I read this book in 3 hours.... NOt putting it down once! Itis a really great story and easy to catch onto.. even if you didntread the first book! (Believe me i know!) The book was really cool. It really gives you a look on reality about how Marin finds the girls even when they are on an island with no cars and riding horse back! This book is so intense and real you will be looking over your shoulder for a while! I really recomend this book!

My grandfather died of cancer in 1992, so at age 16 today, I was deprived of ever actually coming to know him. This book has given me an idea of the kind of man he was. My uncle, Keith Miller, independently had the book published and through this experience he has recieved a lot of feedback from the book.

All say the same thing - it's not a phony. It's an honest, true to life depiction of the Korean War.

Written over 40 years ago when he had just returned from Korea, but tucked away due to the bad climate toward the military during the Vietnam War and afterward, the book is literally a time capsule of the era.

To honor my grandfather and help my uncle, I created an official website for the book at http://www.koreassleepingghosts.com

It includes an entire chapter preview of the book, all the pictures, press releases and reviews, and more.

I'm so glad my grandfather wrote this book for us and that my uncle has spent the long, hard work for getting this book published.

I fought in Korea in 52-53. Though I was younger than the author of this book, many of the feelings he expresses in Korea's Sleeping Ghosts were almost exactly the same as the ones I had. The book does good at telling how a soldier goes from not wanting to be there and doing everything he can to get posted to the "rear", to getting so caught up in fighting for the survival of yourself and your buddies that you forget all that. Some of the hijinks in the book had me laughing so hard, I was almost in tears...god it brought back memories! It did a grand job of explaining how you go from hair brain screwing around one minute to hair raising battle the next. I don't think I knew any of the guys in the book because I wasn't stationed near Heartbreak, but I swear they're spittin images of some of the fellows I hung out with!

The fighting scenes brought back some bad memories, and the last few pages of the book are hard to take, but that's the way it goes. There's a romance between the main character and a nurse, something that probably happened to 10,000 guys over there, but those things never seemed to work out. The thing I like most about the book is that you can just tell it was written by a guy who was there; the terminology, the situations, the behavior of commanders, and the thoughts of the guys during battle aren't phony like so much of that Hollywood stuff.

I only got one complaint about the book: there aren't enough pictures. There are 15 or so in the middle, but as a fellow who was there, I'd liked to see a lot more. Lt. Miller, the soldier who wrote the book, looked that things a lot like I did...I wish I could have met him. But I'm glad he's telling people what we did over there cause a lot of folks don't know or forgot.

Korea's Sleeping Ghosts: A True Story Of Heartache, Humor, And Heroism offers the autobiographical experiences of author Lee H. Miller's struggle in the Korean War which saw a young American lieutenant sent to a far off land, endure front line combat hardships and horrors, form enduring battlefield friendships of some 40 years ago. From the bloody days of near overwhelming combat endured in a civil war that was to claim more than four million lives (including 36,000 Americans) Korea's Sleeping Ghosts is evocative, memorable, introspective, enduring, and a highly recommended addition to personal, academic, and community library 20th Century Military Biography collections and reading lists.

I just got a copy of Koreas Sleeping Ghosts, and I guess you can say I was moved by it. My brother fought with the Marines in Korea in 1951, but he died about 20 years ago...I wish he was here to read this book because it's so much like some of the stories he told, even though this book is by an Army guy.

The book tells a lot about the sort of stuff that goes on that you usually don't always see in the movies or read about. The big surprise to me is how funny some parts of the book are..some of the dialogue is a rip! The backcover of the book says the book was written more than 40 years ago but only discovered recently. I don't know if that's true or not, but it does seem to have a close-to-the-war realism. The ending is a bit tough to take, but that's all part of war I guess.

It's also got some pictures in it that I think were taken by the author, and a lot of them are of the people and places in the book. I can't speak from experience, but I think if you're a veteran of any war, you'll like this book. I know my brother would have. It will probably bring back some memories, and not all bad ones either. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

In my opinion, "The Lambkins" is a great book! I would recomend this book for anyone to read. It is an adventureous and wonderful book. The first few pages are interesting. You don't need to read the first and second chapter to see if its what your looking for. The author has a great imagination and ideas to make a book like this. When you start to read this book you'll not want to stop. Its not one of the books where you say "why bother reading this book I'm wasteing my time." This book will probably interest anyone who reads it. So have a great time and read "The Lambkins."
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This is the story of a boy who gets kidnaped by a seemingly-helpless old lady when he stops to help her with a flat tire.

That's when things start to get weird.

He wakes up small. Small enough to fit in a doll house. He and several other children have been shrunken by the lady (using technology invented by her now-dead husband). It's clear she's not all there, and that makes it scarier for the kids.

But this book is mostly about the kids' finding a way to escape, and come to terms with their lives. There is a pull in different directions for them, because the lady "gives them opportunities," like the kid who loves to write, but didn't get to in his regular life, has all the writing supplies and time, he needs, as well as a ready audience for his work (the old lady).

A thoughtful adventure book that's a good, quick read. Happy ending, too. ;)

It's been a while since I was totally drawn into a book, but this one had me right there in the doll house with them. The characters are well rounded, the plot is great and Mrs. Sheperd's totally looney! I loved it down to the very end, when I sat on the tip of my seat, heart pounding. Great read, highly recommend to kids or adults.

The Lambkins is worth your money for the illustration alone! Mr. Keegan is a great young illustrator whose talent and passion for his subject manner is a sight to behold.

I completely LOVED reading this trilogy. Getting to the last few pages of the third book I had to stop myself from reading ahead. My friends and I read this series together and had our own theories of who the killer might be and when it was finally revealed we were shocked. Reading these books is a complete thrill ride. Now knowing the outcome I am so going to read it again. I say everyone should add this trilogy to their collection.

Who's The Real Killer!?
The Party Room "Last Call" is the third book in the party room series. This book is about a girl named Kirsten, who than recently had a friend die at the party room. There has been many murders at the party room, but she still drops in for a visit every now and than, when she's not in school. This is a good book because it always has you on the edge of your seat wondering what is going to happen next and when you think it all is over, the killer strikes again. If you don't like long books, that take quite a bit of patience, than I would suggest not reading this book. If you are a person who likes very mysterious books, The Party Room is the book for you. This is a book you should add to you library or collection.

My sista borrowed the first book and then i read it.
it was really good when u read u really want to read the other 2 books.I have finished the second book and am waiting till christmas to get the third.
The book is really interesting i like how they make u think that it is Paul Stone that killed sam and then they turn it around completely and it is not the person u thought it was. Then a whole new character comes into the book.
I can't wait to sink my teeth into the nxt one. thanks so much this is the best book i have eva read in my whole life n i aint kiddin either.
I strongly advise u 2 read dis book
cya all!!!

OMG I LUVVVV THIS SERIS>> AWSOME BOOKS. My friend recomneded it to me and i read them all and loved them. In the 3rd installment Kristin is trying to recover and move on, since the prep school killer is dead. But was he rly the killer? or was it someone eles? Kristin leaves home to NYU universtity, but still slips back to her favortite place, the party room, with Julie. Kristin feels that she is getting better, until the killer strikes again, and again. She is slowly getting closer to finding out who the killer is, which is putting her in more danger than she could imagine. Can she mangage to find the killer and make sure he is in jail, before he gets her??
read it and ull find out!!

U WONT BE DISAPOINTED>> U WILL BE ESTATIC!! AWSOME BOOOOKK>> READ IT!!! LOVED ITTT

This is one of the best travelogues you will ever find about any place, anywhere!
Not to mention about countries as obscure as Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands - two rarely visited, but fascinaing archipelagos indeed.
The author does in-depth research about the history and culture of these places before setting out on a personal voyage retracing a route that was taken by his great-grandfather who had been a missionary in these parts. His homework pays off very nicely: not only does he succeed in getting everywhere he wants to, but also writes a book rich in background info in addition to his personal impressions and adventures. And he certainly does get to some remote parts of these remote countries: the Banks Islands and Maewo in Vanuatu, or Temotu province in the Solomons are out of the way places visited by very few.

Why only 4 stars then?
Well, even though the author claims to be an atheist and thus tries to examine the role of religion in local cultures objectively, he soon becomes obsessed with the idea of finding "magic" ("true" magic, that is) in these islands. He is hoping to find it performed by everyone and anyone from traditional medicine men to the local Anglican clergy, undeterred by the fact that he himself admits every single incident he has managed to observe was either a very obvious trick or at best the result of what could well have been a natural coincidence. This change in focus of the book became a bit annoying eventually.

But all in all, an excellent, amazingly well researched account.
Definitely recommended if you are interested in this region at all.
I read the book just before visiting Melanesia, and it was as good a reading as any to prepare me for my trip there.

And a tip: the book is still available in new copies on Amazon's Canadian site - have a look there if you can't find it here.

This book is a fascinating journey that explores the power of simply believing in something, whether it be religion, myth, an icon or people themselves. It presents facts without prejudice yet reveals fascinating details of the author's personal, emotional and geographical journey as he follows his great grandfather's footsteps to the other side of the world. It combines stories of academia, theology, history and contemporary issues in a non-confrontational yet intriguing presentation of generations and cultures colliding in our ever-shrinking global community. I highly recommend reading Charles Montgomery's "The Last Heathen". It is an exceptional story which deserves a captive audience.

Fabulous book. Part travel, part history, part meeting of two cultures, the author lays it all before you with a delightful sense of humour, a discerning eye, and a sincere respect for the people of Melanesia. It opens up a window to a world most people know nothing about and are unlikely to ever encounter. For me, as a frequent visitor to that part of the world, it was wonderful a trip down memory lane.

By the time a little packet of sand gets opened on page 2 of the book, I got swept up in a tale much grander than the postcard idyll of the cover seems to suggest. The narrator travels tough terrain and has adventures of the kind best experienced in an armchair; he tells them eloquently and passionately; but the real magic of the book is how these experiences are woven into larger and deeper ideas that elevate it past almost all travel writing.
It is beautifully written, it is a great book and like all great books, it transforms the reality of the reader; in the end it is their world that has changed, that has become less familiar, less certain, and strangely more alive.

Both of my young children loved this book! It is a beautiful story that helped me start the important discussion with my kids about not always needing "everything" but that sometimes your greatest joy can come from leaving things for other people to enjoy. It is a captivating story with beautiful illustrations. I highly recommend it!

The Leaf that was Left is both a picturebook and a thoughtful parable for parents to share with their children. Young Louella knows the love of her family, her friends, and her pet cat, and she owns many nice toys and things; yet she can't help feeling that something is missing in her life. She doesn't know what it is. Is it possible to be very lucky, and loved, and still be missing something? While Louella is still trying to figure out the riddle, she ventures out into the snow with her parents and sees the very last leaf of the season outlined in beautiful frost. Her dad offers to pluck the last leaf and give it to her, and she considers the leaf as a gift, with the private knowledge that she would be the very last person to see it on the tree. But she realizes there is greater value and satisfaction in leaving the last leaf there, so others can appreciate its beauty. Featuring truly beautiful color paintings, The Leaf that was Left is a humble, enthusiastically recommended story especially for parents who are trying to help their children understand that there is more to life than having and collecting things, despite constant pressure from advertising in a consumption-oriented society.

Beautifully written, with gorgeous illustrations, The Leaf that was Left is one of those rare childrens books that is as pleasurable for the adult reading it as for the child listening. It's a story whose message, that gratitude and appreciation can make you feel better than any "thing" ever could, stays with you long after you finish reading it, prompting wonderful and important conversations with your children.

This is a beautifully written and illustrated book. It is ideal for introducing the topic of materialsim and STUFF to your children, or to students in the classroom or library. Without guilt-trips or over-the-top 'messaging' on the topic, this story gives children a basis for understanding giving, or, more to the point, simply "not having." This is a high-quality hardcover book that, in the words of my friend's six year old daughter, "Calms me down." A perfect read-aloud picture book.