Bøker av Steve Cole

We live forever, barring accidents. Just like everyone else in the universe. The Doctor travels back to the Ancient Days, an era where life flourishes and death is barely known... They judge each and every species and decree its allotted time to live. For the first time, living things know the fear of ending.

When a naval cruiser sinks in mysterious circumstances in the North Sea, all aboard are lost. Rose is saddened to learn that the brother of her friend, Keisha, was among the dead. And yet he appears to them as a ghostly apparition, begging to be saved from the coming feast... the feast of the drowned. As the dead crew haunt loved ones all over London, the Doctor and Rose are drawn into a chilling mystery. What sank the ship, and why? When the cruiser's wreckage was towed up the Thames, what sinister force came with it? The river's dark waters are hiding an even darker secret, as preparations for the feast near their conclusion Featuring the Tenth Doctor and Rose as played by David Tennant and Billie Piper in the acclaimed Doctor Who series from BBC Television.

'Stories are the most important thing of all because they are just about the only living thing that lasts...' At the end of the universe, a mysterious storyteller builds a campfire to draw his audience. He has gathered tales like any minstrel of old - and his specialty is tales of the Doctor. In this book of stories both long and short, you can experience Doctor Who's adventures through the prism of folk tales and fables. Retold from unusual perspectives, 1001 Nights in Time and Space is a bubbling mix of heroes and villains, soldiers and monsters, princesses, goblins, demons, tricksters, computers, ghosts and gods from all across the universe... taking inspiration from the entire 60-plus years lifespan of Doctor Who.

Young stegosaurus Teggs is the new captain of the DSS Sauropod, a spaceship designed to defend the Jurassic Quadrant from evil, carnivorous dinosaurs looking for their next meal. With his crew, Ginni, Arx and Iggy, Teggs must defeat cunning raptors aiming to disrupt the Great Dinosaur Games, protect the last remaining plateosaurus eggs as they travel to their new home at the far end of the galaxy, and uncover the mystery lurking in the watery depths of Aqua Minor. From powerful pongs to egg-cellent explosions, missions never quite go to plan . . . but the Astrosaurs are always there to save the day!A brand-new look for the bestselling Astrosaurs series, perfect for fans of STAR CAT and BARB THE BRAVE.

'Did you ever wonder why I chose you all those years ago? I wanted to see the universe, so I stole a Time Lord and I ran away...'The Doctor has a unique bond with their TARDIS. They've always loved the 'old girl' for the way she's gone looking for trouble anywhere in the universe. The Doctor says they stole the TARDIS from Gallifrey. The TARDIS disagrees... she stole them. She hasn't always taken them where they want to go, but she's made sure to take them where they needed to be. For the TARDIS is far more than just a time machine crossed with a spaceship. Her life reflects the Doctor's life - a shared wanderlust and longing to explore. Now you can revisit the Doctor's adventures as seen through the eyes - or the flashing rooftop light, at least - of the TARDIS. From the time the Doctor stole her from Gallifrey to her latest adventures with the Fifteenth Doctor, the TARDIS reflects wittily on her epic, incredible history - past, present and future!

"Thе Woman Within and '' author [Steve cole] creates a captivating' story on the complexities of gender and identity and pеrsеvеrancе. Sеt in a busy city and this talе rеcounts thе journеy of [Protagonist's Namе] and a woman navigating' thе complexity of contemporary life' while dealing with hеr own internal difficulties.Thе talе rеvolvеs on [Olivia]'s journey of self discovery and' empowerment. As shе tacklеs cultural еxpеctations and family constraints and personal dеmons and readers are allowed to watch her dеvеlopmеnt from a shy soul to a formidablе forcе.[Olivia is not a typical heroine. Shе's imperfect and fragile and fiercely driven. Hеr journеy is fraught with both triumphs and sеtbacks and еach sеrving as a stеpping stonе town undеrstanding of womanhood. Along the journey she meets a varied array of personalities who question hеr views and widеn her thoughts and eventually help hеrе discovеr thе lady insidе.Through vibrant writing and hеartbrеaking narrativе and [Steve cole] conveys the еssеncе of womanhood in all its nuances. Themes of love and sorrow and friendship and sеlf accеptancе' are beautifully intertwined throughout thе talе and connection with rеadеrs of many backgrounds."Thе Woman Within" is morе than simply a narrativе; it is a cеlеbration of еvеry woman's innеr powеr and tеnacity and bеauty. It's a reminder that ultimate liberty comes from accеpting onе's own sеlf and warts and all.With its bеautifully crеatеd charactеrs and fascinating' localеs and timeless mеssаgе and "The Woman Within" is a rivеting rеad that will stay with readers long aftеr thе have finished the book. This work talks about the universal еxpеriеncеs of femininity and' the everlasting' strength of thе human spirit.Book Dеscription: In "Thе Woman Within and '' author [Steve cole] creates a captivating' story on the complexities of gender and identity and pеrsеvеrancе. Sеt in a busy city and this talе rеcounts thе journеy of [Protagonist's Namе] and a woman navigating' thе complexity of contemporary life' while dealing with hеr own internal difficulties.Thе talе rеvolvеs on [Olivia]'s journey of self discovery and' empowerment. As shе tacklеs cultural еxpеctations and family constraints and personal dеmons and readers are allowed to watch her dеvеlopmеnt from a shy soul to a formidablе forcе.Through vibrant writing and hеartbrеaking narrativе and [Steve cole] conveys the еssеncе of womanhood in all its nuances. Themes of love and sorrow and friendship and sеlf accеptancе' are beautifully intertwined throughout thе talе and connection with rеadеrs of many backgrounds."Thе Woman Within" is morе than simply a narrativе; it is a cеlеbration of еvеry woman's innеr powеr and tеnacity and bеauty. It's a reminder that ultimate liberty comes from accеpting onе's own sеlf and warts and all.With its bеautifully crеatеd charactеrs and fascinating' localеs and timeless mеssаgе and "The Woman Within" is a rivеting rеad that will stay with readers long aftеr they have finished the book. This work talks about the universal еxpеriеncеs of femininity and' the, everlasting' strength of thе human spirit.

The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole.

Explore the breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and lively culture of Romania with the essential travel companion, "Discovering Romania: A Travel Guide." Explore the charm of this Eastern European gem's old castles, quaint towns, and spectacular mountainscapes. This 2023 version has been meticulously created to deliver the most current and thorough information, assuring an unforgettable vacation experience.Key characteristics include: Coverage of All Major Cities and Regions: "Discovering Romania" provides a full tour of this unique country, from the busy capital Bucharest to the quaint villages of Transylvania and the stunning vistas of the Carpathian Mountains.Insider recommendations & Local Secrets: Use insider recommendations from seasoned tourists and locals to discover hidden treasures and lesser-known destinations. Discover off-the-beaten-path sites that reflect Romania's original spirit, offering you with one-of-a-kind and enlightening experiences.Cultural and historical insights: Explore Romania's rich history and culture via informative storytelling and historical context. This book brings the country's history to life, from the ancient Dacians through the Roman Empire's impact and the intriguing mythology.Culinary Delights: Sample Romania's enticing culinary traditions, which range from substantial soups and flavorful stews to delectable pastries and fine wines. Explore the country's distinct food markets and learn about the regional culinary delicacies.Outdoor Adventures: "Discovering Romania" reveals a plethora of outdoor activities for the adventurous, including trekking in Transylvania's magical landscapes, animal spotting in the Danube Delta, and skiing in the Carpathian Mountains.Accommodation and transit: Get practical guidance on lodging alternatives ranging from luxury hotels to quaint guesthouses, as well as help navigating the transit network. You'll have everything you need to travel comfortably and effectively, from trains and buses to hiring a vehicle.Festivals & Events: Participate in local festivals and events to immerse yourself in the lively Romanian culture. This guide gives information on the ideal times to visit Romania to experience it at its most active and energetic, from traditional holidays to modern music and arts events.Safety and Travel rules: To ensure a pleasant and worry-free voyage, be educated with key safety recommendations and travel rules. You can travel with confidence if you have up-to-date information on entrance requirements, health concerns, and emergency contacts."Discovering Romania: A Travel Guide" is your ultimate guide to uncovering the beauty, charm, and enchantment of this enchanting nation, whether you are a history buff, an adventure seeker, a cultural explorer, or just looking for a unique travel experience. Prepare to make treasured experiences that will last a lifetime in the intriguing country of Romania.

I Have To Live On. Alone. That's The Curse Of The Timelords.The Doctor's tenth incarnation was: hilarious, furious, fun and vengeful. (He also had great hair.)He also saved the world, and the universe, more times than anyone can remember. But from the Christmas Invasion to the Runaway Bride, things always seemed to need saving around the festive season . . .So follows a series of ten incredible tales across the universe, as the Doctor (and Rose and Martha and Donna) battle aliens and cross the boundaries of space and time to save Christmas Day. From a a future Earth departement store overrun by killer toys, to a gold rush on a distant whte dwarf star - get ready for ten increible adventures from the Tenth Doctor.

"e;Welcome aboard Time Tours - your first stop for holidays in history."e; What's scarier: a scheming robot with a fearsome army of robo-drones, murderous dinosaurs with rows of razor-sharp teeth, or an enormous meteor that's about to wipe out all life on earth?! Well, it just so happens that Ana and Rocco have travelled 66 million years back in time and now face all three! This time they'll need all the help they can get in order to stop Miss Stumpkin, avoid being eaten alive and get back home to the 21st Century all in one piece! Time Tours: Sky Smash! is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 10-11 Reading age: 8 -9 years

"Welcome aboard Time Tours - your first stop for holidays in history." Ana and her brother Rocco and their time travelling companions have landed near a beautiful Roman town, surrounded by mountains. Unfortunately, one of those mountains in Mount Vesuvius - the most deadly volcano in Europe, and it's about to blow! But something even more sinister is going on... futuristic rubbish is turning up on the edge of town. Surely, someone from the future isn't dumping their rubbish in the past? The four friends must find out who is behind this mess... and quickly! Time Tours: Volcano of Fear is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 10-11 Reading age: 7-8 years

"Welcome aboard Time Tours - your first stop for holidays in history." After their adventure in Victorian England, Ana, Rocco, Ifan and robot-guide Tori are forced to make an emergency landing in ancient Mexico! The time pod's fuel rods are damaged, and it's a race against time to fix them before they explode, leaving them stranded! And as if things couldn't get any worse, the history books say that the city was attacked by fierce warriors ... which will be ... any minute now! Time Tours: City of Doom is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 9-10 Reading age: 7-8 years

"e;Welcome aboard Time Tours - your first stop for holidays in history."e; History happens in the past, right? At least, that's what Ana and her brother Rocco used to think until a mysterious floating coach picks them up and whisks them away to the year 1838. The siblings suddenly find themselves surrounded by robot tour guides, wonder-onesies and Victorians! And if that wasn't enough, a case of mistaken identity links Ana and Rocco and their new friend Ifan with a plot to rob Buckingham Palace! Take a trip into the past with Time Tours! Time Tours: Crash into History is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 8-9 Reading age: 7-8 years

The horrific real-life cost of fast fashion is exposed in this gripping tale of survival from bestselling author Steve Cole.When twelve-year-old Hanh is offered a job as a shop assistant in Hanoi, she sees it as a chance to earn money to send back to her family living in poverty in rural Vietnam. But on her arrival in the city, she soon learns that the job offer was a lie and finds herself working in virtual slavery in an illegal garment factory.Life in this sweatshop is a daily hell of long hours, little rest, poor food and regular violence. Hanh is desperate to escape, but when an opportunity arises will she be able to find the courage to take a dangerous chance?

A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the world's largest e-waste dump.Theo lives and works in Agbogbloshie in Ghana, a vast dumping ground for the world's broken electronics. He spends his days scouring the trash for scraps of metal to sell for cash, while dreaming of going to school and escaping this harsh life. The money Theo makes is barely enough to pay for lessons, so when Emmanuel turns up with talk of buried treasure, Theo sees a chance to get out of Trashland.But Emmanuel's presence draws the attention of a local gang, and Theo starts to wonder if his new friend is keeping dangerous secrets ...

Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.

Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her role is to protect the Amazon from the farmers, loggers and miners who are illegally destroying the precious rainforest. It's a dangerous role and when she upsets some of these land-grabbers, they decide to teach her a lesson by kidnapping her son, Carlos. Taken deep into the Amazon, Carlos manages to escape his captors only to find himself trapped by the fast-moving fires. Will he be able to outrun the flames as the world around him burns to the ground? The terrifying reality of illegal deforestation and the destruction of the rainforest is revealed in this powerful and gripping Amazonian adventure from bestselling author Steve Cole. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

Two action-packed stories about the superheroes-in-training at Hero Academy. This Read with Oxford Stage 6 collection is ideal for children who are reading independently. Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.

There's no ducking out - an Arctic space race is on and Adventure Duck must defeat his new nemesis, the Wicked Walrus!

'Even though they're gone from the world, they're never gone from me.'The Doctor is many things - curious, funny, brave, protective of her friends...and a shameless namedropper.

Mining for tin in deep, dangerous trenches is the only life that Tono has ever known. Worked to the brink of exhaustion each day, his only escape is in the precious moments when he reads his dad's old comics. In a world of heroes and superpowers, he can forget the terrifying mining pits. But an underwater avalanche, a glimpse of something bright red in the sandy seabed, and a canny sidekick are about to transform Tono's life forever ...Fate collides with a stark reality in this truly unique and unforgettable story. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+

The duck with the supersonic quack is back! Adventure Duck, the world's unlikeliest superhero, has a tasty new mission - saving the world from DEATH BY CHOCOLATE!

There's no ducking out - it's time for this ordinary, wise-quacking duck to become . . . A Hero!

Mandip Gill reads this exciting original adventure for the Thirteenth Doctor"Witch, you will rise from my throne, for we are due a reckoning."The TARDIS arrives in Gaul in 451AD, on the eve of battle between the forces of Attila the Hun and those of the crumbling Roman Empire.

But the Doctor soon finds that both sides are being helped by sinister, supernatural creatures.While Graham makes allies in the Roman camp and Ryan is pursued by the enigmatic Legion of Smoke, the Doctor and Yasmin are pressed into service as Attila's personal sorcerers.

In these ten delightfully humorous tales of a decidedly blackish hue, ten follysome toads can never change their beastly habits despite the efforts of a goodly witch.

In The Super-strength Trials, Pip is competing in the super-strength trials, but her opponent isn't the only person she has to defeat!This book is part of Project X Hero Academy, a fully decodable series designed to motivate young readers and turn them into reading superheroes.

In The Superpower Games, Ben and his friends are training for the Superpower Games, but they need to think quickly when their rivals, Superpower School, don't play fair This book is part of Project X Hero Academy, a fully decodable series designed to motivate young readers and turn them into reading superheroes.