*Mystery and Danger Await on an Island Excavation….*
Hardworking Zombie Steve and his crew of assistants have arrived at Isle of the Midst so that they can explore the terrain and get to know the inhabitants – at least the ones they can see. His motley crew includes thoughtful Magnus, in charge of intel, good natured Staggers, for mapmaking and tools and archer skeleton Flie for security.
They are going to meet friends like Dona the wise ocelot and her kittens, and Fuzzyfoot, an amicable spider, but *they are bound to make an enemy or two* on this uncharted mysterious island. From gigantic wild wolves to a *mysterious presence that seems to be haunting the island jungle*, the crew and their new friends are in for a surprise (or two!) Will Zombie Steve be able to befriend the dubious wolves, and more importantly, who is watching them from afar, from the jungle? You’ll have to read Zombie Steve to find out!
A wonderful page turner full of fun and excitement, Zombie Steve is a fun family read for your child – the perfect way to ring in the new year!
*A Secret Society of Humans Invading the Nether are in for a Fright!*
In what might be Zombie Steve’s most exciting adventure yet, he has found himself deep inside the Nether. The Portal Master, the only one who knows how to send Steve back home, calls upon him for help. *It seems that a secret society of humans, that call themselves the Illumernotti are invading their home.*
The Nether residents are concerned – they don’t want to harm the humans but need to be taught how to scare humans away, and* Zombie Steve is more than up for the task at hand*. It’s time for Scare School, as Steve teaches ghasts, blazes, zombie pigmen and whither skeletons how to terrify the pants off of the invading humans without doing harm.
The Illumernotti are closing in, however, and they seem to be gathering intel. It’s just a matter of time before they really strike. Will Steve and his new army of mobs be able to ward them off? Only time will tell when you read Scare School.
Scare school is a fantastic tale of solving problems without violence – a powerful lesson and an engaging read for any child, whether they love to read or not!
*When rabbits strike back against wicked wolves, the fur is about to fly*
Zombie Steve has found himself in another adventure, this time after being kidnapped by a group of very nervous rabbits. The troop informs him that they are being *harassed by a pack of arrogant, vain wolves* who are demanding goods that the rabbits need, and *worst of all, their fur.
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Steve tries to teach the rabbits how to be intimidating, only to discover that the wolves aren’t the least bit afraid of them or him. After discovering some of the wolf pack’s back story, Steve begins to hatch another plan but* it will need to be perfectly executed.* Will Steve be successful in his endeavors? What is it the rabbits see in him that makes them believe he can solve their problems? Only time will tell when you read “Wicked Wolves”
Wicked Wolves is a delightful account of problem solving peacefully that is fun for the whole family to read, a perfect pick for any young fan of Minecraft.
*When a school blows up its basement, two worlds are about to collide...*
Lewis is just like any other boy – except he's half zombie. He's about to start his first day at middle school. Little does he know that he's about to get an education *at the school of hard knocks, too*. Pensive, reserved Lewis is not enthused when his human classmates treat him like an outcast for being half zombie. Good thing he has his loyal friend Sebastian in tow.
Sebastian does his best to stick up for his buddy, but to the two friends' dismay, the human children just won't warm up to Lewis. That is, until the day the children are ushered out of the school and informed by the principal that a legion of zombies is living in the basement! After careful consideration, the school turns to Lewis to negotiate with the zombies, hoping he can persuade them to leave. Suddenly, everything is in young Lewis' hands. How will the zombies react to a half human zombie? What do they want with the school? You'll have to read *Basement Blast *to find out!
Hilariously uplifting, and subtly sweet, this book will have your child smiling ear to ear as he cheers on the hero. The underlying lesson about the Golden Rule comes right in time for the holidays, when we all try to be better people.
*Lights...Camera...Fright!*
The good natured Zombie Villager Lewis and his happy-go-lucky friend Sebastian are in for the thrill of a lifetime – that is, if Lewis can keep his wits about him. After Lewis' natural talent for cooking has been discovered during a class at school, his teacher phones a local television show who agrees to film Lewis doing a cooking lesson for television!
Lewis is excited at first, but as he lays eyes on the camera, *he realizes that he might have bit off more than he can chew*. It turns out that filming for television can be really nerve wracking! Again and again, Lewis freezes completely in front of the camera. Will he be able to finish the cooking segment? Or will his nerves get the best of him? Read “Stage Fright” and find out!
Stage Fright is a wildly entertaining read that will delight any Minecraft fan. Accompanied by vivid illustrations, this book will entertain your child from beginning to end – and may teach them a thing or two without them even realizing it.
*When you're in a summer camp scavenger hunt, sometimes you need to read between the lines….*
Loyal friends Lewis and Sebastian team up again, and this time it's at summer camp! Although tentative Lewis *isn't exactly enthused at the idea* of summer camp, his supportive friend Sebastian assures him it'll be the experience of a lifetime.
So far, Sebastian's promise has rung true! With *outrageously fun activities,* and a boat race that has the boys on the edge of their seat, Lewis quickly realizes that this trip to camp will be one he will remember for the *rest of his life*. As the camp draws closer to completion, the boys are delighted to hear that the campers will participate in a scavenger hunt. Putting their heads together, they mull over the mysterious clues. But winning this last contest is going to be harder than they thought….
What's waiting for these friends at the end of the scavenger hunt? Will they even reach the end? Only time will tell when you read “Summer Scavenge.”
An exciting story for any young reader, Summer Scavenge, with vivid illustrations and nonstop fun, will undoubtedly capture and retain the attention of your child – whether he or she likes to read or not!
*the adventure is not about the treasure at the end. It’s the journey that gets you there... *
Zombie Villager and his best buddy Sebastian are about to go on *the adventure of a lifetime – literally.* Under the counsel of the Carlisle Shadowvale, founder of the city and the area’s most gifted story teller, the boys set out to follow a treasure map that they have discovered in the library.
This isn’t going to be a* run of the mill adventure however,* the duo will encounter a creeper and a skeleton, get to know singing squids, and are about to meet the coolest history major in history. The biggest surprise is where the map leads them, but you will have to read “Treasure Map” to find out where!
Engaging and entertaining, Treasure Map is a delightful gift for Minecraft fans and children a like, bound to capture the attention of any young reader – even the ones who hate to read!
*When Herobrine shows up in town, it might be one monster too many….*
It’s Halloween in Shadovale, and all of the kids are excited to join in the festivities. Zombie Villager’s best bud Sebastian has a killer idea to dress up as a character from the popular comic book “Iron Golem,” while Zombie Villager has decided to dress as a* realistic zombie monster.
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*Something odd is putting a damper on all of the fun – Herobrine has been showing up around town, terrorizing the kids of Shadowvale*. Suddenly, to everyone’s surprise, he seems to disappear – or is he just waiting to strike? Everything culminates at classmate Henry’s Halloween party, when Herobrine himself makes an appearance. What will happen to the children? What does Herobrine want? Only time will tell when you read Monster Mash.
Insanely entertaining, Monster Mash will have your young Minecraft on the edge of their seats – a perfect read for the whole family.
*When a new family moves in next door, best friends butt heads….*
Best friends Lewis, the zombie villager, and Sebastian, are about to clash big time when a new family moves in next door to Sebastian. First, the buddies suspect that Mr. Moss, head of the family, *might have strange motivations to make the move.*
What’s more, Mr. Moss has a son William that is Lewis and Sebastian’s age and loves all of the games and comics that the boys love as well. Thinking this is a great opportunity to befriend the new kid, Zombie Villager starts to think again when William starts giving him the cold shoulder – specifically, as Sebastian begins to hang out with the neighbor more. Why doesn’t William like Lewis so much? What are Mr. Moss’ motives anyway? Only time will tell when you read “Frienemies.”
Kind in spirit, this tale will warm your heart and is an amazing read for the whole family. Although it is engaging and exciting, it also teaches a lesson about patience and kindness – the perfect pick for any Minecraft fan.
Nothing will ever be the same after a boy named BeepZombie Steve is a boisterous but kind-hearted zombie who is about to get into more he can handle with a human boy named Beep, who mysteriously appeared in the forest. Now Zombie Steve, too nice to abandon young Beep, has to play babysitter on a new quest to reunite the precocious child with his worried parents. But there will be spiders, silverfish, a miner and even a friendly wolf or two along the way.Zombie Steve knows he needs to do the right thing and bring Beep to his parents, unfortunately, his parents are avid zombie hunters! Will Zombie Steve be able to return Beep home will protecting his own (zombified) skin? Read “Beep” to find out.A hilariously written page turner, this book would be the perfect gift for Minecraft lovers of any age.
*Sometimes the people you admire most have the most to hide…*
Loyal, lovable, (sometimes goofy) Steve is delighted to hear that reputed hero Harry Jenkins will be paying his school a visit. However, his competent but strong-willed friend Alex is not so thrilled. After Alex *mysteriously seems to run away from the town*, Steve decides to pursue her to find out what is the matter. He can barely contain his excitement when Harry “the Hero” Jenkins agrees to join him on his quest to find Alex!
That is, until he finds out Harry Jenkins isn't the hero he is cracked up to be. Steve and Harry trek through forests and mountains in their pursuit of Alex, when they finally catch a lead – it seems she has traveled deep into the mountains. The only thing left to do is to follow in her footsteps and find her, or at least that is what Steve thinks…
What is waiting on the other side of the mountain for Steve? Will he be able to find Alex and return safely? What is Harry Jenkins hiding underneath his hero facade? Only time will tell when you read
“The Hero”.A story of friendship and compassion, “The Hero” will entertain the reader while keeping them on the edge of their seat – a perfect combination for your child, even if they don't like to read!
*It’s a bird….it’s a plane...it’s a – hey, where did it go?*
The delightfully goofy Dork Steve has gotten himself into a pickle again. After knocking some mysterious items into a potion for alchemy class on accident, after getting drenched in the potion, *he has gained the power of invisibility.*
Invisibility is fun at first, until *things seem to take a grim turn*. Donny Buggs, the school’s biggest bully and his crew of bully foot soldiers are up to something suspicious. And the new invisible Steve is determined to find out what they are planning to put an end to it. Alex, his know it all best friend* has warned him though*, against remaining invisible and urges him to see the school nurse to take the potion off.
According to Alex, remaining invisible can have strange side effects. Steve realizes he is suffering from some of these side effects, but how bad could they be, right? *Wrong.*
Will Steve be able to foil the bully’s plans? Is invisibility taking its toll on Steve? Just how long can he remain invisible until he gets hurt? Read Super Steve to find out!
This whimsical tale will have your child roaring with laughter as they engage with the story – guaranteed to entertain any young mind, whether they are a fan of reading or not.
