Shades 2.0
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Lara hates the Braindeads as much as all the other kids do. They're scary. After all, being telepathic isn't right. So putting special implants in their brains to stop it is the right thing to do. Isn't it? Hating them is fine - until one day you realise you're actually one of them, too ...
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
It tells her when to eat. It tells her when to sleep. It even tells her when to go to the toilet. For Penna - and for everyone else - life is controlled by the LOP, or Life Organisation Programmer, attached to their wrists. So when the LOPs all go wrong, the world descends into chaos. Penna and her new friend Veeka must start to make decisions for themselves. And find out the dark secrets behind their ordered world.
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
London is flooding, and it's getting worse; already day-to-day life is breaking down. Todd needs to get away - and not just from the floodwater. He was a witness in the trial of a drugs gang, and now they are after him. Can Todd find safety from the water and stay one step ahead of the Turner gang?
Part of the Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Part of the Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Saul loves playing in the sea, but his father hates him going near it ever since Saul's mother drowned. Unhappy with these restrictions, Saul runs away to the waters - where he makes a life-changing discovery. Has he found his true home at last?
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. A new addition to the Sharp Shades series, this book isn't a shortened version of one of the Shades, but instead an entirely new story to experience.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. A new addition to the Sharp Shades series, this book isn't a shortened version of one of the Shades, but instead an entirely new story to experience.
Chloe is the life and soul of the party. Her mates are always seeing her out with a drink or two, having a good time. Life is good. Chloe is the life and soul of the party, until she starts lashing out. Steph and the gorgeous Rob Yeadon accuse her of drinking too much. What will it take for Chloe to admit to the truth?
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Robbie and his brother Jim find an old car up at Grange Farm. It's abandoned during the week, so soon they are regular joyriders. It's great fun, but then they are witnesses to what definitely looks like criminal activity. They are faced with a dilemma: should they report what they have found and reveal their joyriding, or keep quiet?
Part of the Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Part of the Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Anna and her mum Kate have moved into Dragon House - a large, decrepit old ruin. Kate is planning some major renovations to the house - then she'll sell it on. But some locals seem to have other ideas. Can the house be calling them back?
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
In a future where hospitals seem to be able to fix anything, Jake's accident should have been easy to sort out. Yes, Jake should have been more careful with the chainsaw, but with regeneration even severed arms could be regrown. So why aren't Jake's friends allowed to see him? Is there something extremely sinister at work?
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this is a shorter version of the original book. The Sharp Shades stories are illustrated and have simpler language and a larger font than the original book. They are perfect for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style.
Donna thinks that her sister Marie's new boyfriend, Jay, is trouble. When Marie comes home covered in bruises, Donna is convinced that Marie is protecting Jay. Donna decides that something needs to be done. But can she intervene before the police are involved?
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this book is exciting and fast-paced, keeping within the style of the Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this book is exciting and fast-paced, keeping within the style of the Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Ryan has passed his driving test and now he wants to borrow his mum's car. After all, he needs to show his friends how well he can drive - especially beautiful Mollie, who's keen to go out in the car with him. But Ryan's mum's not keen to let Ryan use her car. Ryan decides to take matters into his own hands - and only then does he face the real test.
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this book is exciting and fast-paced, keeping within the style of the Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this book is exciting and fast-paced, keeping within the style of the Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Only child Ben moves to the country with his mum and befriends a crow for company. However, when a local boy sees this and jeers at him mercilessly, Ben very soon becomes a laughing stock. The bullies want him to hurt the thing he loves the most. But none of them have reckoned on the power of Crow Law!
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
Tara hates her situation and everyone around her. Most of all, she hates her special school, the Unit, which she feels is essentially a dumping ground for misbehaving kids who don't fit in at school. After meeting Liam things start to get better, but he wants her to kick her drug habit. Tara refuses to listen, thinking she is in control - but is she?
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
Shades 2.0 Complete Collection
by Helen Orme, David Orme, Jill Atkins, Tish Farrell, Penny Bates, Barbara Catchpole, Ann Ruffell, Anne Cassidy, David Belbin, and Gillian Philip
Published 25 September 2013
Shades 2.0 Complete Collection contains all 61 reading books in the Shades 2.0, Sharp Shades 2.0 and Shades Shorts 2.0 series.
The Shades 2.0 books offer fast-paced, shorter stories (just 64pp each) for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style. The Sharp Shades stories include simpler language, a larger font and are illustrated throughout. Shades Shorts contains four themed books with each book featuring four short stories.
Shades 2.0 is ideal for reluctant readers aged 12+ with a reading age of 9 - 10 and includes well known authors such as Gillian Phillip, Malcom Rose, David and Helen Orme, John Townsend and Mary Chapman. The stories encompass a range of genres such as horror, science fiction, historical fiction and straight modern teen tales.
The Shades 2.0 books offer fast-paced, shorter stories (just 64pp each) for older readers who may find longer books too daunting, but who still want the excitement of a great story told with pace and style. The Sharp Shades stories include simpler language, a larger font and are illustrated throughout. Shades Shorts contains four themed books with each book featuring four short stories.
Shades 2.0 is ideal for reluctant readers aged 12+ with a reading age of 9 - 10 and includes well known authors such as Gillian Phillip, Malcom Rose, David and Helen Orme, John Townsend and Mary Chapman. The stories encompass a range of genres such as horror, science fiction, historical fiction and straight modern teen tales.
It is 1665 and the plague has hit the city of London. Life will never be the same again for apprentice apothecary Henry Harper. His father is dead and his mother and brother have fled the country. Can Henry escape from the city he loves before the plague strikes him?
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
Twins Dale and Joe are the sons of fallen football ace Nicky Green. They have always joked about swapping their identities for a day, but suddenly everything changes - and now it's serious. Dale wants Joe to do the double and take his place on the football pitch. Joe isn't even sure he wants to help, but how can he refuse his twin?
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
Crime Stories Shades Shorts 2.0
by Penny Bates, Alan Durant, Anne Rooney, and David Belbin
Published 1 October 2013
Four killer stories to keep you guessing ...
Murder happens where you least expect it ...
A text message sent in error leads to body parts in the post ...
A case is opened - and then shut too quickly ...
You are told you are guilty, but you have no idea what you did ...
Crime Stories features four themed short stories each by different Shades authors. These books are perfect for readers with less stamina or those simply looking for a quick read.
Murder happens where you least expect it ...
A text message sent in error leads to body parts in the post ...
A case is opened - and then shut too quickly ...
You are told you are guilty, but you have no idea what you did ...
Crime Stories features four themed short stories each by different Shades authors. These books are perfect for readers with less stamina or those simply looking for a quick read.
Funny Stories Shades Shorts 2.0
by Alan Durant, Julia Williams, Tish Farrell, and Finn Rickard
Published 1 October 2013
Four funny stories to raise a laugh and a smile ...
Jez Fisher, boy detective, on the tail of a problem cat ...
Revenge is sweet for a victim of the Queen of Mean ...
The seventh child of the last magic carpet-maker needs some luck ...
Cool kid Tyler tries to understand 'mood-swing crazy' and how girls work ...
Funny Stories features four themed short stories each by different Shades authors. These books are perfect for readers with less stamina or those simply looking for a quick read.
Jez Fisher, boy detective, on the tail of a problem cat ...
Revenge is sweet for a victim of the Queen of Mean ...
The seventh child of the last magic carpet-maker needs some luck ...
Cool kid Tyler tries to understand 'mood-swing crazy' and how girls work ...
Funny Stories features four themed short stories each by different Shades authors. These books are perfect for readers with less stamina or those simply looking for a quick read.
Sci-Fi Stories Shades Shorts 2.0
by Gillian Philip, David Orme, Mary Chapman, and Alan Durant
Published 1 October 2013
Four gripping SF stories to keep you spellbound ...
A strange, simple creature isn't quite what it seems ...
Two space garbage men collect a bit more than the usual space junk ...
A young girl meets new, unsettling neighbours ...
A space war seems to come to an end - or is it a trick?
This fantastic collection of four short stories follows one of four exciting themes, ideal for readers with less stamina or those just looking for a quick read. Fat-paced and intriguing, these short stories will entice readers with their quick narratives and fun plots.
Sci-Fi Stories is ideal for reluctant readers aged 12+ with a reading ages of 9 - 10.
A strange, simple creature isn't quite what it seems ...
Two space garbage men collect a bit more than the usual space junk ...
A young girl meets new, unsettling neighbours ...
A space war seems to come to an end - or is it a trick?
This fantastic collection of four short stories follows one of four exciting themes, ideal for readers with less stamina or those just looking for a quick read. Fat-paced and intriguing, these short stories will entice readers with their quick narratives and fun plots.
Sci-Fi Stories is ideal for reluctant readers aged 12+ with a reading ages of 9 - 10.
When Todd Lucas sees Jason Ripley attacking a local shopkeeper, he decides to do the right thing and report it to the police. Unfortunately Ripley's brother finds out - and threatens Todd with serious injury if he doesn't withdraw his witness statement. How can Todd stay safe and see justice done?
Recently republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Recently republished as a new edition, this book is one of the Shades 2.0 series. This book is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising story that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
Blitz is set in World War Two, when Martin is evacuated to Winchester. However, he hates it there, and manages to find his way back home to London. But home isn't where it used to be - a bomb has exploded in his street, leaving him homeless. He decides to return to the country, but truly unexpected events start to unfold before he manages to reach his destination.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.
In the same style as the Shades 2.0 series, this book tells a fast-paced story but is much shorter than the Shades, allowing for less-able readers to still experience the gripping story but with much simpler language and a larger font. The excitement of the Shades series is still there in these shortened versions of the dramatic, enticing stories.