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Anne Cameron

    August 20, 1938 – November 30, 2022

    Ann Cameron's writing is deeply rooted in her lived experiences and keen observations of the world around her. Her prose is marked by its sincerity and a profound sense of place, often drawing inspiration from her immediate surroundings. Cameron emphasizes the necessity of perseverance in the creative process, likening the act of writing to a disciplined, physical commitment. She encourages writers to apply "seat of pants to bottom of chair" to overcome the initial hurdles of composition.

    Anne Cameron
    Julian's World: Gloria Rising
    The Stories Julian Tells
    The Lightning Catcher
    More Stories Julian Tells
    Raven Returns the Water
    Daughters of Copper Woman
    • Daughters of Copper Woman

      • 150 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Cameron's retelling of Northwest Coast Native myths: fiction that weaves together lives of legendary and imaginary characters.

      Daughters of Copper Woman
      4.4
    • Raven Returns the Water

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Raven Returns the Water tells of the time when the world's water disappeared. Raven went searching for it - and found it all in the belly of a giant frog!

      Raven Returns the Water
      4.2
    • More Stories Julian Tells

      • 80 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Did you know that frogs wear shoes? That eating broccoli makes you super strong?Or that you can even move the sun if you put your mind to it? Julian can't stop telling stories - or getting into trouble!

      More Stories Julian Tells
      2.0
    • The Lightning Catcher

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Set in a thrilling environment, the story immerses readers in a unique exploratorium dedicated to the study of extreme weather phenomena. As characters navigate through violent storms and unpredictable conditions, they face both physical and psychological challenges. The narrative combines adventure with elements of danger, highlighting the beauty and terror of nature's fury. Expect a blend of excitement and suspense as the characters uncover the mysteries of the stormy world around them.

      The Lightning Catcher
      4.0
    • The Stories Julian Tells

      • 71 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Ann Cameron's beloved and bestselling chapter book series about Julian, his brother Huey, and his friend Gloria all begins right here! Julian has a big imagination. And he is great at telling stories. He can make people—especially his younger brother, Huey—believe just about anything. Like the story about the cats that come in the mail. Or the fig leaves that make you grow tall if you eat them off the tree. But some stories can lead to a heap of trouble, and that's exactly where Julian and Huey end up! This book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 2–3, Stories) in Appendix B. "You have to go a long way these days to find a book that leaves you feeling as happy as this one." —The New York Times "There's a glow here that's hard to resist." —Booklist

      The Stories Julian Tells
      3.9
    • Julian's World: Gloria Rising

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      If you loved The Stories Julian Tells , wait until you hear about the adventures of his best friend, Gloria! The Julian's World chapter book series is all about friendship, family, and imagination! What if your dream came true . . . and nobody believed you? When Gloria goes to the store to buy an onion, she can’t believe who she meets! A real astronaut named Dr. Grace Street. Dr. Street explains to Gloria that problems aren’t always as big as they seem. And that’s good news! Because Gloria’s problem feels gigantic. She can’t seem to do anything to please her teacher, Mrs. Yardley. When Gloria writes a report about meeting Dr. Street, Mrs. Yardley doesn’t believe her. How can Gloria prove she’s telling the truth?"Kids will be thrilled by the possibility of running into an astronaut in the checkout line." — The Bulletin , Recommended

      Julian's World: Gloria Rising
      3.8
    • The Secret Life of Amanda K Woods

      • 201 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Living in a rural community in QWisconsin during the 1950's, eleven-year-old Amanda gradually and painfully learns a lot about herself, her parents, and her older sister.

      The Secret Life of Amanda K Woods
      3.4
    • Julian's Glorious Summer

      • 80 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Little fibs can lead to big trouble! He thinks they are boring and stupid . . . But his best friend, Gloria, has just got a new bike, and all she wants is to go cycling with him.Julian needs to think of an excuse, and fast. Even if it means sweeping floors, weeding the garden and doing chores all summer . . .

      Julian's Glorious Summer
    • Julian, Secret Agent

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Julian to the rescue! Grown-ups arenâe(tm)t very good at solving crimes. Thatâe(tm)s why itâe(tm)s time for Julian, Huey and Gloria to take matters into their own hands. The crime-busting kids go on a mission to track down wanted criminals. They have a special motto, a secret code and plenty of plans. All they need now is their first crook . . .

      Julian, Secret Agent
    • Der Traumdeuter

      • 172 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Nach zahlreichen Pflegestellen und Heimaufenthalten gilt Peter als unzugänglich und schwierig. immer wieder kommt es zu Gewaltausbrüchen. Niemand ahnt etwas von den Ängsten, die ihn quälen. Doch dann reißt er aus und trifft in einer entlegenen Gegend Kanadas auf einen alten Mann, einen indianischen Geistertänzer, der ihr lehrt, mit seiner Furcht umzugehen. Zum ersten Mal wird Peter so angenommen, wie er ist, erlebt bei dem alten Mann und seinem stummen Gefährten die Welt der indianischen Weisheit. In dieser Gemeinschaft könnte es ihm gelingen, seine Probleme zu lösen. Aber die Behörden sehen das ganz anders.

      Der Traumdeuter
      4.0
    • Dreamspeaker

      • 172 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Peter hat die meiste Zeit in Jugendheimen Kanadas und immer wieder wechselnden Pflegefamilien zugebracht. Als er ausreisst und von einem alten Indianer aufgenommen wird, fühlt er sich zum ersten Mal zu Hause. Doch die Behörden sehen das ganz anders.

      Dreamspeaker
      4.3
    • Los Angeles dans les derniers jours de l'année 1999. L'ex-policier Lenny traite une marchandise dangereuse : des enregistrements de données sensorielles captées directement dans le cerveau. Celui qui écoute une telle bande vit le monde à travers les yeux d'un autre, avec toutes ses pensées, ses émotions et ses peurs. Lorsque Lenny reçoit une bande sur laquelle un meurtre est enregistré, sa vie est mise en grand danger.

      Strange Days
      2.3