• ISBN13: 9780615618838
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: N/A
• Publisher: Kissing Frog Books
• Publisher Imprint: Kissing Frog Books
• Publication Date: May 15, 2012
• Pages: 252
• Original Price: USD 9.99
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 372 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): Fantasy / General

Summertime for David Stanhope means barbeques, bike riding, and being chased across dimensions by evil sorcerers.When David Stanhope and his sister Amanda unearthed a mysterious ruby in their family's attic last summer, it launched them on the adventure of a lifetime. Now, a year later, they're back home, trying to lead normal lives. Until one day a knock at their door once again launches them into the dangerous power struggles in the magical world of Abraxas.While the Stanhopes try to figure out whether they can ever return home, they find themselves facing many questions: Who's behind the repeated break-ins at the castle? What's wrong with Cousin Beth? Why are people suddenly so terrified of Cousin Peter? And what's that gooey pink stuff climbing up everyone's legs?Whatever happened to a nice, relaxing summer vacation like normal kids have?

K. Osborn Sullivan's first novel is the hilarious and exciting young adult fantasy, Stones of Abraxas. Since the book's original release, Kim has won praise from readers and reviewers alike for creating likeable characters, nonstop action, and overall great fantasy. She also writes nonfiction for teens, and both fiction and nonfiction for adults. After growing up on the Southwest Side of Chicago, she now lives near Atlanta, Georgia with her family and an assortment of rescued cats. She holds a Ph.D. in political science and has spent many years as a college instructor. For more information about K. Osborn Sullivan and her work, including excerpts and some admittedly lousy advice for students and aspiring writers, please visit www.KOsbornSullivan.com.