| Library of Weird Contributor(s): Forest, Christopher (Author), Higgins, Nadia (Author), Klepeis, Alicia Z. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1491425504 ISBN-13: 9781491425503 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $163.31 Product Type: Library Binding Published: January 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference - General |
| Series: Library of Weird |
| Physical Information: 1.7" H x 7.5" W x 9.3" (3.45 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Satisfy young readers' hunger for the bizarre The Library of Weird brings readers hundreds of incredible photos and fun, unique trivia facts about our strange world. Curious readers can learn all about the strangest and freakiest inventions, animals, sports, foods, history, and records from around the world. |
Contributor Bio(s): Klepeis, Alicia Z.: - From jellybeans to strange snakes, Alicia Klepeis loves to research fun and out-of-the-ordinary topics that make nonfiction exciting for readers. Alicia Klepeis began her career at the National Geographic Society. Alicia's travels have taken her from Singapore to Sydney to Sumbawa. Everywhere she goes she samples the local ice cream, gum, and candy options. Alicia has written several books and magazine articles for many markets, and is currently working on several nonfiction projects on international food, cool inventions, and world cultures. She lives with her family in upstate New York.O'Shei, Tim: - Tim O'Shei is the author of more than 60 nonfiction books for kids and teens. He's also a teacher, sports and entertainment journalist, and the founder of Live! Starring ... You!, a program where students interview people in the spotlight. He regularly visits schools around the country, teaching workshops and spreading his motto, "Write for your dreams." He's been featured on national television, including an appearance on the Travel Channel's "Mysteries at the Museum." Tim is a native of Buffalo, New York, where he lives with his wife and three children.Forest, Christopher: - Chris Forest has been an author for nearly 20 years. He has written numerous newspaper articles, educational workbooks, and nonfiction books for audiences of all ages.Higgins, Nadia: - Nadia Higgins is the published author of more than 70 books for kids and young adults. In addition to weird inventions, she has written about explorers, national parks, outer space, pop stars, and zombies. Higgins lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her husband and two daughters. |