Bøker av Doug Wilhelm

Notable Social Studies Trade Book, awarded by National Council for the Social Studies and The Children's Book Council Gold Medal, Young Adult Fiction, Independent Press AwardsSilver Medal, Teen Fiction, Benjamin Franklin Awards, Independent Book Publishers AssociationYA Fiction Book Award, Independent Book Publishers of New EnglandIndie Editors Choice, Kirkus ReviewsAn American kid, in a place he doesn't understand. This multicultural thriller for YA and adult readers is about three families across two cultures. It's about the power of music, the impacts of extremism, an ancient true story - and taking the risk, even when it's big, of thinking for yourself. Luke blames his parents' divorce on his dad's obsession with finishing a book about a lost civilization in a dangerous part of Asia. But his father wants his son to understand, so during a school holiday he brings Luke to Peshawar, the legendary frontier city in northwest Pakistan. Luke refuses to learn anything about his dad's project; instead he's drawn into the strange, intriguing Old City, where a violent new extremism is on the rise. He's dazzled by a rebellious girl, Danisha, but they can't ever be seen together. He's recruited by her brother to assist the jihadis - but he also bonds with Yusuf, an Afghan refugee who knows what could happen. Then there are the musicians Luke befriends, and a warmhearted Sufi teacher who opens his eyes. This is an adventure book that's about something. Once you start reading, it will grip you till the end.

Throwing light on a dark problemParkland Middle School is a place the students call Darkland, because no one in it does much to stop the daily harassment of kids by other kids. Three bullied seventh graders use their smarts to get the better of their tormentors by starting an unofficial e-mail forum at school in which they publicize their experiences. Unexpectedly, lots of other kids come forward to confess their similar troubles, and it becomes clear that the problem at their school is bigger than anyone knew. The school principal wants to clamp down on the operation, which she does when the trio, in their zealousness for revenge, libel a fellow student in what turns out to have been a setup. Now a new plan of attack is needed . . . This suspenseful story of computer-era underground rebellion offers fresh perspectives on some of the most enduring themes in fiction for young readers. The Revealers is a 2004 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

“A boisterous, slapstick adventure that will entertain budding readers.”—Kirkus Reviews “Great characters, funny events, and big dollops of history and geography. Well done!”—R. A. Montgomery, co-creator of the Choose Your Own Adventure series “I LOVE this book! I could use this in so many ways as a teacher.”—Professor Lynn Gatto, Warner School of Education, University of Rochester “Treasure Town will be treasured by every reader who loves action, humor, and a rollicking good tale.”—Ellen Miles, author of The Puppy Place series What happens when some directionally challenged, gold-hungry bumblers join up with a trio of smart and imaginative kids? Chaos! Diverse characters in a familiar town setting provide this mystery adventure just enough details to keep middle readers enthralled-and reading! Created by talented author/illustrator siblings to help kids transition into chapter books, Treasure Town is filled with hilarious characters, narrative illustrations, short chapters and loads of fun! From his acclaimed, bestselling novel The Revealers to his many books in the Choose Your Own Adventure series, author Doug Wilhelm embraces his imagination and the challenges faced by young readers. A world traveler, musician, and former journalist, Wilhelm is a frequent visitor to classrooms and authors the popular blog, Reading Matters. A professional artist, Sarah-Lee Terrat was an original member of the Ben & Jerry’s design team. When not working on murals and illustrations, she designs silly toys. Collaborating with her big brother Doug, is always an adventure!