Barrie Summy, who grew up in Canada, was immersed in books from a young age. Her creative process is ritualistic, with a dedicated time for tea and cookies, alongside a literary habit of aiming to read one book per week. Now residing in California with her family, her daily life serves as a backdrop and inspiration for her writing.
In this engaging tween mystery, the protagonist embarks on another thrilling adventure filled with intriguing puzzles and unexpected twists. As she navigates friendships and challenges, readers will be drawn into a captivating world where clever sleuthing and youthful curiosity shine. This installment promises to deliver more excitement and suspense, making it a delightful read for young mystery enthusiasts.
Navigating eighth grade with a boyfriend has made the protagonist a school celebrity, but her adventures extend beyond the living world. Known for her ghostly detective skills, she embarks on a thrilling new case in Hollywood, blending teenage drama with supernatural mystery. As she tackles her biggest challenge yet, the story promises a mix of humor, friendship, and the unique challenges of balancing a normal life with her extraordinary abilities.
A girl who can see the past tries to save the future in this compelling tween mystery. A girl is missing. Three girls are lying. One girl can get to the truth. Emily Huvar vanished without a trace. And the clues are right beneath Raine’s fingertips. Literally. Raine isn’t like other eighth graders. One touch of a glittering sparkle that only Raine can see, and she’s swept into a memory from the past. If she touches enough sparkles, she can piece together what happened to Emily. When Raine realizes that the cliquey group of girls making her life miserable know more than they’re letting on about Emily’s disappearance, she has to do something. She’ll use her supernatural gift for good . . . to fight evil. But is it too late to save Emily? Sparkling praise for THE DISAPPEARANCE OF EMILY H.: “The Disappearance of Emily H has everything—a quirky, believable heroine, a complex mystery that keeps you guessing, and even a touch of the paranormal. Readers won’t put this one down until the final sparkle.” — Gordon Korman, #1 New York Times bestselling author “An extra-special extrasensory suspense story with unexpected twists and turns.” —Eric Walters, author of The Rule of Three "Realistically captures the quiet horror of bullying . . . the mystery of Emily’s whereabouts unfolds with gripping tension and a dramatic conclusion."--PW
A spirited teen sleuth navigates a world filled with humor and supernatural elements, all while balancing her love for lip gloss. As she encounters ghosts and unravels mysteries, her adventures promise a blend of comedy and intrigue, making for an engaging and entertaining read.