This author transforms everyday observations and a passion for pop culture into captivating narratives, proving that even seemingly passive pursuits can fuel creative storytelling. Initially finding solace and inspiration in television and film rather than traditional reading, they developed a unique sense of adventure and imagination. Following studies in art and anthropology and a diverse career path, a deep-seated love for stories led them to writing. Now, they craft novels and stories for both young readers and adults, inviting audiences into worlds filled with intriguing characters and thrilling adventures, sharing the daydreams that have always inspired them.
At a karate tournament, Hazmat loses his match but scores his first date. But as a member of the Recon Academy, this forensics expert has more to worry about than what to wear. The evil Shadow Cell squadron has broken into the city's nuclear power plant. If the Recon Academy doesn't hurry, a massive meltdown might ruin Hazmat's big night.
At a high-tech spy exhibition, Hazmat and Jay spot an impressive gadget that is capable of blocking all communications. Jay muses to Hazmat that beating Shadow Cell would be a breeze if Recon Academy had one for themselves. Before Jay and Hazmat know it, Shadow Cell operatives nab the device -- and activate it!
When someone hacks the Federal Reserve Bank computer, the Recon Academy needs to act fast. If they don't stop the techno thief soon, the world's economy could crumble. But not even Ryker, the group's computer whiz, can do it alone. He'll need help from the entire team to bust this e-bandit and discover the hidden face of Fren-Z.
The Navy is launching a secret spy satellite near Seaside High School. However, the Recon Academy is too distracted to provide their usual security. Each member has just received a brand new laptop computer for free! The deal is too good to be true. When the machines go haywire, the team must scramble to save themselves and the satellite.
Filming a sprint car race on the local track for the high school vlog, aspiring journalist Dylan Clarke captures Carlee Martin's fiery accident, and as he replays the video, he realizes there's something suspicious about the crash that compels him to investigate, putting himself into danger.
When Keena goes missing before her big art show, Xriss knows something is wrong. He follows clues to find her and quickly discovers that he's not the only one looking. Her abusive father and a local gang are both on her trail. Xriss needs to find Keena before it's too late.
After the death of his brother, Joey begins to have anger issues and finds himself expelled from school, but when he finds his brother's old guitar, he finds what he needs to move on.
In London, 1872, a man named Phileas Fogg makes a bet that he can travel across the entire planet in eighty days. The wager? More than half his sizable fortune - the exact amount of money stolen from a nearby bank a day earlier.
Kid's favourite super hero comics turned into easy-to-read chapter books. New stories with original art by DC illustrators, these books are colourful, attractive and accessible.
Emmi, Jay and Ryker are rock-climbing in the mountains when a storm hits, ruining their field trip. As they descend Seaside Peak, Hazmat radios from base, delivering some bad news -- national security is at risk! A Navy submarine is unable to upload top-secret data because the storm has knocked down the antenna on Seaside Peak.