Annette Curtis Klause is a groundbreaking author in young adult literature, known for her unique ability to weave dark, captivating themes with compelling emotional depth. Her stories delve into the complexities of adolescence and human nature, often blending suspense, romance, and resonant messages. Klause's distinctive voice and narrative style create immersive experiences that linger with readers long after the last page. She masterfully explores the intricate landscape of growing up, making her work both thought-provoking and intensely engaging.
She sits in her bedroom overlooking the harbour, remembering how it looks when a storm arrives, when the walk across the pier to the lighthouse is fraught with danger - and horrible memories. This beautiful story was written by Anne Curtis and illustrated by Chris Corner.
A man sits alone on the prow of a ship and remembers the diving he did as a child. When the ship reaches its destination the anchor is lowered and the man climbs into his diving suit. He's ready to return to the water; ready to find the treasure. This beautiful book was written by Anne Curtis and wonderfully illustrated by Chris Corner.
Captain Scott travelled to the Antarctic in 1901 - the first man in the world ever to go there. Join one man as he follows in Scott's footsteps and understands why the Antarctic is so important to us in this evocative book by Anne Curtis.
The Star Ship Orca is taking off on a mission to find a new planet for the people of Earth. First stop: Mars. But will the crew find anything there except rocks and sand? Will they find intelligent life? Discover their journey in this imaginative story, written by Anne Curtis and illustrated by Chris Corner.
A boy takes home a seal skull that he finds at the beach. It has dark, empty eyes that stare back at him. Now a storm is brewing and his room is filled with shadows - will he be able to calm the storm? This mysterious story by Anne Curtis is evocatively illustrated by Chris Corner.
He doesn't fit in at school; they don't understand him there. But in Angel House he feels stronger - he feels free. This beautiful book by Anne Curtis is thoughtfully illustrated by Chris Corner.
Simon, a mysterious teenage boy harboring a dark secret, helps Zoë come to terms with her mother's terminal illness, accompanied by two short stories which narrate Simon's past and Zoë's future.
Set against the backdrop of a turn-of-the-century carnival, the story follows Abel Dandy, a boy yearning to escape the confines of his family's freak show. As he navigates his unique heritage, he discovers unexpected fortune and romance, challenging societal norms and redefining his identity. The narrative explores themes of belonging, acceptance, and the quest for a life beyond societal labels.
The story explores the complex relationship between Zoe and Simon, who arrives unexpectedly at her home during a vulnerable moment. Simon's enigmatic presence resonates with Zoe's feelings of loneliness and her struggles with her mother's impending death. As they connect over shared pain, the narrative delves into themes of grief, companionship, and the search for understanding amidst darkness.
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