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Jean-François Ménard

    Jean-François Ménard, after studying philosophy, found his calling as a writer through storytelling on film sets. Initially sharing his invented tales with colleagues, he was inspired by their positive reception to commit them to paper. This led to the publication of numerous books, showcasing a narrative style that blends philosophical depth with captivating storytelling. His work consistently engages readers with its unique blend of thoughtful prose and imaginative worlds.

    Le voleur de chapeaux, et autres contes pour la semaine
    Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them
    Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception
    Artemis Fowl and the Atlantis Complex
    Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code
    My Life
    • My Life

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Geronimo's autobiography offers a rare insight into the life of one of America's most legendary Apache warriors. Narrated to S. M. Barrett, the account reveals Geronimo's struggles against Mexican forces, his experiences with the American government, and his time as a carnival attraction. Through his words, he emphasizes his commitment to peace and cultural preservation, aiming to foster understanding between the Apache and Americans. This memoir serves as a vital link in bridging cultural divides during a tumultuous period in history, enriched with Apache traditions and values.

      My Life
      3.0
    • Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code

      • 329 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code is the third book in the unbelievably brilliant Artemis Fowl series by Eoin Colfer. Artemis Fowl is attempting to go straight. But there's always time for one last job. Artemis Fowl has created the most powerful new supercomputer known to man - using stolen technology from an elite race of underground fairies. And when the computer falls into the hands of an IT billionaire with a shady past and an alleged mob connection, Artemis is in deep trouble. The consequences for humans and fairies alike are deadly. Only one person, well, fairy, can help him now.If only Artemis Fowl wasn't the fairies' public enemy number one . . . 'Grips like an electromagnet until the last word' - Independent'Engagingly vivid, exciting and witty' - The Telegraph'Fast, funny and very exciting' - Daily Mail ***Artemis Fowl was winner of the WHSmith Children's Book of the Year Award and Children's Book of the Year at the Children's Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year Award. He began writing plays at an early age and, as an adult, continued to write. ARTEMIS FOWL, his first book featuring the brilliant young anti-hero, was an immediate international bestseller and won several prestigious awards.

      Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code
      4.1
    • Artemis Fowl and the Atlantis Complex

      • 322 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      ARTEMIS FOWL'S CRIMINAL WAYS HAVE FINALLY GOT THE BETTER OF HIM . . . Young Artemis has frequently used high-tech fairy magic to mastermind the most devious criminal activity of the new century. Now, at a conference in Iceland, Artemis has gathered the fairies to present his latest idea to save the world from global warming. But Artemis is behaving strangely - he seems different. Something terrible has happened to him . . . Artemis Fowl has become nice. The fairies diagnose Atlantis Complex - that's obsessive compulsive disorder to you and me - dabbling in magic has damaged his mind. Fairy ally Captain Holly Short doesn't know what to do. Because the subterranean volcanoes are under attack from vicious robots and Artemis cannot fight them. Can Holly get the real Artemis back before the robot probes destroy every human and life form. Visit Artemis Fowl online

      Artemis Fowl and the Atlantis Complex
      4.0
    • Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The evil pixie Opal Koboi has spent the last year in a self-induced coma, plotting her revenge on all those who foiled her attempt to destroy the LEPrecon fairy police. And Artemis Fowl is at the top of her list. After his last run-in with the fairies, Artemis had his mind wiped of his memories of the world belowground. But they have not forgotten about him. Once again, he must stop the human and fairy worlds from colliding—only this time, Artemis faces an enemy who may have finally outsmarted him.

      Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception
      4.0
    • Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them

      • 123 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      A brand new edition of this essential companion to the Harry Potter stories, with a new foreword from J.K. Rowling (writing as Newt Scamander), and 6 new beasts! A set textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since publication, Newt Scamander’s masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Scamander’s years of travel and research have created a tome of unparalleled importance. Some of the beasts will be familiar to readers of the Harry Potter books – the Hippogriff, the Basilisk, the Hungarian Horntail...Others will surprise even the most ardent amateur Magizoologist. Dip in to discover the curious habits of magical beasts across five continents…

      Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them
      4.0
    • Lorsqu'un chapeau s'envole, emporté par le vent, Prosper Colonard bondit et le dérobe aussitôt. Mais un jour un haut-de-forme vient semer la révolte parmi les précieux couvre-chefs qui décident soudain de conquérir leur liberté... Ces contes pour la semaine vous permettront de découvrir également un roi obsédé par l'heure, un cochon héroïque, un homme-poisson un peu trop bricoleur, et bien d'autres personnages drôles et inattendus.

      Le voleur de chapeaux, et autres contes pour la semaine
    • Coup de chance et autres nouvelles

      • 222 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      "Coup de change", traduit de "Lucky Break""Le cygne", traduit de "The swan""La merveilleuse histoire de Henry Sugar", traduit de "The wonderful story of Henry Sugar""C'est du gâteau", traduit de "A piece of cake".

      Coup de chance et autres nouvelles
    • Je déteste l'école

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Honora Bélétoile déteste l'école. Quoi d'étonnant à cela? Sa maîtresse est un crapaud gluant et sa classe, un trou puant! Un humour noir désopilant, pour faire aimer l'école

      Je déteste l'école
    • Quinze millions pour un fantôme

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Lorsque le père de Waldo et Mirabelle a entendu la lecture du testament de l'Oncle Fernand, il a failli avoir une attaque. Non seulement son bon à rien de beau-frère qui, de son vivant, lui empruntait sans cesse de l'argent pour le dépenser à la roulette, avait réussi à amasser quinze millions, mais en plus il avait décidé d'en faire hériter ses neveux ! Pour toucher cette fortune, Waldo et Mirabelle doivent remplir une condition secrète : la dernière volonté de leur oncle est punir une certaine Catriona Gregor, qui l'a envoyé en prison autrefois, en lui faisant croire que son fantôme est revenu la hanter. Mais premièrement, Catriona Gregor est une femme solide comme un roc, et semble n'avoir peur de rien. Deuxièmement, il y a un squelette dans son grenier. Troisièmement, Waldo et Mirabelle commencent à avoir des raisons de croire aux fantômes.

      Quinze millions pour un fantôme