The Magnificent 12 The Call

Twelve-year-old Mack MacAvoy suffers from a serious case of mediumness. Medium looks. Medium grades. Medium parents who barely notice him. With a list of phobias that could make anyone crazy, Mack never would have guessed that he is destined for a more-than-medium life. And then, one day, something incredibly strange happens to Mack. A three-thousand-year-old man named Grimluk appears in the boys’ bathroom to deliver some startling news: Mack is one of the Magnificent Twelve, called the Magnifica in ancient times, whatever that means. An evil force is on its way, and it’s up to Mack to track down eleven other twelve-year-olds in order to stop it. He must travel across the world to battle the wicked Pale Queen’s dangerous daughter, Ereskigal—also known as Risky. But Risky sounds a little scary, and Mack doesn’t want to be a hero. Will he answer the call? A laugh-out-loud story filled with excitement and magic, The Magnificent Twelve: The Call is the first book in bestselling author Michael Grant’s hilarious new fantasy adventure series.

Twelve-year-old Mack MacAvoy suffers from a serious case of mediumness. Medium looks. Medium grades. Medium parents who barely notice him. With a list of phobias that could make anyone crazy, Mack never would have guessed that he is destined for a more-than-medium life. And then, one day, something incredibly strange happens to Mack. A three-thousand-year-old man named Grimluk appears in the boys’ bathroom to deliver some startling news: Mack is one of the Magnificent Twelve, called the Magnifica in ancient times, whatever that means. An evil force is on its way, and it’s up to Mack to track down eleven other twelve-year-olds in order to stop it. He must travel across the world to battle the wicked Pale Queen’s dangerous daughter, Ereskigal—also known as Risky. But Risky sounds a little scary, and Mack doesn’t want to be a hero. Will he answer the call? A laugh-out-loud story filled with excitement and magic, The Magnificent Twelve: The Call is the first book in bestselling author Michael Grant’s hilarious new fantasy adventure series.

Sometimes one hero isn't enough-sometimes you need a full dozen. First in a funny, action-packed fantasy series by the New York Times bestselling author of GONE

Mack Macavoy, a seriously average twelve-year-old boy, is faced with a difficult decision when a three-thousand-year-old man appears in the boys' bathroom and informs him that he is one of the Magnificent Twelve and is needed to find his eleven teammates and save the world.

Fans of the 39 Clues books will love The Key, the third entry in Michael Grant’s middle-grade Magnificent 12 series. Full of adventure and wackiness, the Magnificent 12 books are also perfect for readers of funny, action-filled series like Dan Gutman’s Genius Files. With 21 phobias, Mack MacAvoy is more of a wimpy kid than a hero, but he is on a quest to defeat the wicked—and crazy, and mean, and dangerous—Pale Queen before her three-thousand-year banishment ends. In The Key, Mack must find more of the Magnificent 12, the twelve twelve-year-olds fated to stop the queen from destroying the world, and assemble a key—a cheat sheet, really—to a magical language. Along the way, he’ll transform the Loch Ness monster into a gigantic duck, and transport the Eiffel Tower across the River Seine. The Key is another fast-paced episode in Michael Grant’s bestselling and hysterical fantasy adventure series.

A seemingly average twelve-year-old learns that he is destined to gather a team of similarly gifted children to try to save the world from a nameless evil, which is threatening to reappear after having been imprisoned for three thousand years.

Crawfish Frogs (Rana areolata) have been called the most secretive frog in North America, and it is unusual in the twenty-first century – in the most scientifically advanced country in the world – that basic discoveries can still be made on an animal that inhabits a quarter of the United States. This is not only a story of the biology of Crawfish Frogs, but a case study of discovery. This volume describes the life history and natural history critical to the survival of the endangered amphibian and recommends management actions to ensure persistence. The authors tell an optimistic conservation biology story and fill a gap between science and the public. The authors have compiled and summarized the peer-reviewed literature on the biology of Crawfish Frogs, which may be one of the most interesting frogs in North America (that nobody knows about). Key Features Recounts the story of an imperiled species and how to go about saving it Vividly brings science to life and makes it accessible Provides a popular account of natural history research and ecological fieldwork Related Titles D. Vieira de Andrade, C. R. Bevier & J. Eduardo de Carvalho, eds. Amphibian and Reptile Adaptations to the Environment: Interplay Between Physiology and Behavior (ISBN 978-1-4822-2204-3). M. Ogielska, ed. Reproduction of Amphibians (ISBN 978-1-1381-1771-6). D. W. Sparling, G. Linder, C. A. Bishop & S. Krest, eds. Ecotoxicology of Amphibians and Reptiles, 2nd Edition (ISBN 978-1-4200-6416-2). F. L. Frye. Reptiles and Amphibians: Self-Assessment Color Review, Second Edition (ISBN 978-1-4822-5760-1).

The world of "Chief Malik: The Chief of Molecules and the Microverse" takes place in a stunningly detailed metropolis with towering structures that look like microscope slides, providing a sense of scale as he and his team navigate their way through the city. As the story progresses, the setting shifts to the intricate and awe-inspiring bloodstream artery, where rushing fluid has carved into a cavern with vaulted ceilings, creating a dynamic and visually striking backdrop. Finally, the micro wildlands provide a backdrop of dense cross hatched shading on rock outcroppings and craggy textures, where the characters encounter various challenges and adversaries. As the protagonist of the story, He is a highly decorated leader in the Microscopic Defense Forces, known for his powerful posture and authoritative scientific distinction. Backed by a compelling backstory and a rough and tumble bioengineering skillset, He embodies courage, strategy, and self-sacrifice, making him a captivating and multi-dimensional character. With powers and abilities that allow him to communicate telepathically with molecules, project protective force fields, and even control his own cohesion in tactical maneuvers, He is a force to be reckoned with. Oxygen, the brash and confident supporting leader, brings depth to the narrative with telekinetic air currents that can cut off adversaries, adding an element of excitement and drama to the story. Hydrogen and Helium, the molecule supporting characters, serve as expert spies and scouts, offering a lighthearted yet essential dynamic to the team. The central villain, the enigmatic Disintegrator, with powers to destabilize elemental integrity and dissolve molecular bonds, provides an intriguing and formidable adversary for he and his allies. This story intricately weaves a captivating narrative around the microscopic world within the human body, where molecules strive to maintain the delicate balance of health and vitality. As he and his team navigate through the bustling metropolis of the bloodstream, they encounter various obstacles and adversaries that threaten the well-being of the body. With their telepathic communication and protective abilities, they work tirelessly to fend off threats and uphold the harmony within. This story serves as an allegory for the constant battle within the body to stay healthy, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, resilience, and the tireless efforts required to preserve the equilibrium of the human system. As the story unfolds across 25 acts with character lines and scenes, readers will be drawn into a world where love, courage and the fight against chaos take center stage. This story promises a thrilling adventure filled with action, intrigue, and profound moral dilemmas that will keep readers captivated from beginning to end.