Dianne Bates Bücher

„Ich mag den Schmerz.“ Nur beim Ritzen spürt Sophie sich, nur so kann sie ihre Sehnsucht nach Familie aushalten. Dann begegnet sie der Therapeutin Helen Marshall. Helen, die ihr zuhört. Helen, für deren Nähe sie alles geben würde. Helen, die sie retten muss. IHRE Helen. Immer stärker gerät Sophie in einen Teufelskreis aus Abhängigkeit und Zurückweisung. Bis Matt eingreift. Er liebt Sophie. Vorbehaltlos, aufrichtig, geduldig. Ganz allmählich lernt sie, ihm zu vertrauen - und sich selbst. Eine Geschichte, die unter die Haut geht. Ab 13 Jahren

Zane Fellows is shocked on the first day of school when his new teacher, Ms Plumb, has him sit next to the naughtiest boy in school. Jason Riley has a bad reputation and a disregard for the rules. Zane would prefer to sit next to his best mate, but Aaron has suddenly developed a crush on the new girl, Charlie. Dad, a knock-about man whose best mate is a foul-mouthed cocky, thinks it’s a huge joke. How can Zane manage to stay out of trouble himself? And what does he unexpectedly find out about Jason that helps change his attitude towards him?

Featuring two thrilling tales, this collection invites readers into captivating worlds filled with adventure and excitement. Each story unfolds unique challenges and characters, offering a blend of action and imagination that keeps readers engaged. Perfect for those seeking a double dose of escapism, these narratives promise to entertain and inspire, making it an ideal choice for fans of adventurous literature.

Imaginative and straightforward, the poet employs simple language free from artificial embellishments. The poems offer readers a delightful mental experience, showcasing the beauty of unadorned expression.

The book features two new adventures crafted by the acclaimed team of Dianne Bates and Bill Condon, complemented by Cherie Dignam's illustrations. It promises engaging storytelling and vibrant visuals, appealing to both young readers and fans of the authors' previous works.

Struggling with the complexities of written English? Dianne Bates offers a practical guide designed for teachers and aspiring authors, addressing common challenges like distinguishing between pronouns and prepositions, and clarifying the use of "who" versus "whom." This reference book serves as a valuable resource to enhance writing skills and boost confidence in grammar.

A familiar bedtime story about a girl who can't sleep, not even when mom and dad do everything they can to help her. For sleepyheads ages 4 years and up. Daisy can't sleep! Mommy read her a story and Daddy sung her a lullaby, but nothing helps. Daddy encourages Daisy to think of something lovely. Then she'll fall asleep. Will it work?

As a small boy goes to bed, he checks his bedroom for monsters like Heeby Jeeby, Creepy Critter and the Toe Taster. He looks under his bed, in his cupboard, behind the curtains. Satisfied they are not there he jumps into bed with his teddy bear. Before saying goodnight to his babysitter, she reads him a story about a boy just like him who tames monsters. "I want to be a Big Boss, just like Max in the story," the boy whispers. In his sleep the monsters appear, but they can’t scare the boy as he knows they’re not real. The monsters do as they’re told by the boy who is the big boss. They jiggle and jive with the boy, just like Max in the story his babysitter read. They wiggle their big bottoms and jiggle their jelly bellies, and beat their hairy chests. They howl and yodel and make lots of noise. But just who is the boss? The boy? Or the monsters? And in the morning, before school, we finally find out who is the real Big Boss!

La grand-mère de Cadbury conduit un gros camion de trente-six tonnes appelé Tootsie. Le garçon est mort de honte lorsqu'elle prend la route pour la première fois. Mais une grand-mère camionneur, cela a aussi beaucoup d'avantages, surtout lorsqu'elle vous balade dans toute la région : il vous arrive des tas d'aventures !