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A California native,Matt de la Peña received his Bachelor from University of the Pacific which he attended on a basketball scholarship. He then received his Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from San Diego State University.
( Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña’s The Hu...)
Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña’s The Hunted, the sequel to The Living, is a high-energy, action-packed survival story. “De la Peña has created a rare thing: a plot-driven YA with characters worthy of a John Green novel.” —Entertainment Weekly on The Living, A- For those left living, it’s kill or be killed. When Shy pulled himself from the wreckage of the Paradise Cruise luxury liner, he met Addie. Addie was rich and blond, and with no one else to trust, she told Shy a secret she never should have revealed. It’s a secret that people would kill for—have killed for—and she has the piece that could turn everything on its ear. The problem? Shy has no idea where Addie is. Back home in California seems logical, but there are more ways to die back home than Shy could ever have guessed. And thanks to what Shy knows now, he’s a moving target. Praise for The Hunted: “Readers will be drawn to the raw and gritty setting, fast-moving plot, and diverse characters worth rooting for.“—School and Library Journal "Between the fast-paced plot and meaningful, diverse character development, this is a great crossover for fans of both thrillers and more character-driven novels."-Booklist Praise for The Living: “De la Peña has created a rare thing: a plot-driven YA with characters worthy of a John Green novel.”-Entertainment Weekly, A- “Action is first and foremost. . . . De la Peña can uncork delicate but vivid scenes.” —The New York Times “The Living is special because of its extraordinary protagonist, Shy, who I haven’t been able to shake from my mind in the weeks since I read the book.”-John Green, author of The Fault in Our Stars "There's no way to classify The Living. It's everything I love mixed into one fantastic, relentless, action-packed story. As always with Matt, the characters are the best part. So real. I loved this book."-James Dashner, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series STAR "An addictive page-turner and character-driven literary novel with broad appeal for fans of both."-Kirkus Reviews, Starred STAR "An excellent, enthralling ride...a great read for those looking for adventure and survival stories."-VOYA, Starred A Pura Belpré Author Honor Award Winner An ALSC 2014 Notable Children's Book Pick
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(Winner of the 2016 Newbery Medal A 2016 Caldecott Honor B...)
Winner of the 2016 Newbery Medal A 2016 Caldecott Honor Book A 2016 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book A New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of 2015 A Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of 2015 Every Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don't own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn’t he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty—and fun—in their routine and the world around them. This energetic ride through a bustling city highlights the wonderful perspective only grandparent and grandchild can share, and comes to life through Matt de la Pena’s vibrant text and Christian Robinson’s radiant illustrations.
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(The world is broken! Can Dak, Sera, and Riq save the futu...)
The world is broken! Can Dak, Sera, and Riq save the future by fixing the past? Includes #1: A Mutiny in Time, #2: Divide and Conquer, #3: The Trap Door, and #4: Curse of the Ancients.
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( From the publishers of Spirit Animals and The 39 Clues ...)
From the publishers of Spirit Animals and The 39 Clues and the mind of James Dashner, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Maze Runner. Action, humor, and real history collide in the Infinity Ring series! Sera has a secret. She's seen the future, and it is a terrifying place. Unfortunately, she can't do anything to prevent the Cataclysm while stranded with Dak and Riq thousands of years in the past. Their only hope lies with the ancient Maya, a mysterious people who claim to know a great deal about the future. Is there more to these ancients than meets the eye? BONUS! Join the adventure -- and experience key moments in history -- in the epic online Infinity Ring game. Each book in the series unlocks a whole new quest at scholastic.com/infinityring.
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(Math genius Sera and history buff Dak live in a world sli...)
Math genius Sera and history buff Dak live in a world slightly different from the one we know-a world controlled by a powerful and fearsome group known as the SQ. When the friends discover a device called the Infinity Ring, they learn that it can transport them to any place and time. But their adventures won't simply be for the fun of seeing other places or experiencing different centuries-they've been given a mission that places the fate of the world in their hands. Scholars in the future have identified times when the SQ "broke" history, changing the course of events to seize power. Joined by teenage language expert Riq, Dak and Sera must travel back to these breaks, searching for clues and cracking codes to set the past on the right path. But any mistakes they make could bring about the end of civilization! With characters using cutting-edge technology and historical knowledge as they journey through time, this innovative series offers both excitement and learning for middle-grade readers. An interactive online component allows kids to participate in episodes of the story between the books through role-playing and puzzle-solving.
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A California native,Matt de la Peña received his Bachelor from University of the Pacific which he attended on a basketball scholarship. He then received his Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from San Diego State University.
To date, de la Peña has written 10 books, the latest being The Hunted, a sequel to anotherof his books, The Hunted. He currently resides in Brooklyn where he teaches creative writing courses at New York University.
(Winner of the 2016 Newbery Medal A 2016 Caldecott Honor B...)
(The world is broken! Can Dak, Sera, and Riq save the futu...)
(Math genius Sera and history buff Dak live in a world sli...)
( From the publishers of Spirit Animals and The 39 Clues ...)
( Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña’s The Hu...)
( Fix the past. Save the future. What is the secret hist...)
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