Kiah Thomas – författare

A deliciously bookish romance about finding what you need in the place you least expect... 'I loved this book! Books about books are one of my favourite things. The second-chance romance was very sweet and I loved their chemistry!' Reader review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I absolutely adored this book, it's very Emily Henry-esque so you can't really go wrong! Declan is a perfect grumpy/sunshine MMC... A funny, slow burn, semi-enemy to lovers book' Reader review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Such a cute romance especially for bookish readers. I highly enjoyed the chemistry... This would make such a fun movie' Reader review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐What if a gorgeous, grumpy author dedicated his new bestseller to the stranger who inspired him - and that stranger was you...?Clarrie Brooks isn't just having a bad day - her life seems to be falling apart. She's struggling to keep her beloved grandmother's bookshop afloat, her boyfriend has just dumped her and now it's, quite literally, raining inside her run-down apartment.To top it off, the bookshop loses power for the tenth time this week . . . just as new author Declan Archer walks in to sign stock. Declan advises Clarrie to invest in better lighting. Clarrie suggests to him that he write a better book...Two years later, Declan's new book is on its way to becoming a bestselling cult classic - and he's dedicated it to the bookseller who told him to write a better one. As speculation builds over the identity of the bookseller, Clarrie finds herself thrown into the spotlight. Could it be time to open her heart and draft a brand-new love story?

This riveting middle grade novel, which explores the amazing power of summoning objects into being, will capture fantasy and sci-fi lovers alike. Arresting, fast-paced, and thought-provoking, The Callers turns familiar magic upside down and inside out, and is perfect for fans of Kenneth Oppel and Andrew Clements.In the world of Elipsom, the ability to Call, or summon objects, is a coveted, crucial skill, revered among its people as both a powerful tool and an essential way to sustain life. But despite an elite family history, a phenom for an older sister, a best friend who is set to join the Council of Callers, and his mother's steely insistence that he learn to Call, Quin doesn't have the gift—an embarrassment made worse when his mother gets his sister to cheat for him on his Calling exam. But everything changes in a moment of frustration when Quin, instead of summoning an object, makes something disappear. And what's more, he quickly discovers that the objects Callers bring into their world aren't conjured at all but are whisked away from another world and a people who for years have had their lives slowly stolen from them. Now Quin must team up with Allie, a girl who's determined to stop this unfair practice, and decide whether he should remain loyal to his family or betray them—and save the world.In a story that explores some of the most crucial topics of our time—our relationship to consumerism, the exploitation of natural resources, colonialism, and the consequences of wanting more than we need—magic is sought, and truth is found.THOUGHT-PROVOKING FANTASY: With its lush landscapes, towering metropolises, and hint of futurism, the distinctive look and feel of this world is familiar and strange in all the right ways.RICH THEMES: This book explores complex topics—taking what you want versus what you need, colonialism, coming of age, and what different worlds owe each other in light of their common humanity. It takes a deep, thoughtful look at essential issues and, in doing so, takes after some of the best works the fantasy genre has to offer.PAGE-TURNER: This perfectly paced page-turner of a book by Kiah Thomas will be a joy for middle grade readers who love immersive adventure and fantasy stories.Perfect for: Middle grade readers, Fantasy fans, Educators and librarians

Return to the world of the Callers in this exciting middle-grade fantasy series that explores the amazing power of summoning objects into being and the ominous consequences of doing so. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan.The Callers, Book 1, which Printz Honor–winning author Garret Weyr called “beautifully told and engaging and just thrilling,” set the stage for a riveting series that introduced the world of Elipsom and its inhabitants’ unique ability to Call—or summonIn Book 2, a month has passed since Quin fled his home world of Elipsom after revealing the shocking truth about Calling: that the magic ability to conjure something out of thin air actually steals resources from another place. And that other place is Evantra, a nation suffering from exploitation by the Callers. Across the country, rumors are spreading that perhaps Calling isn’t a force for good after all. Even so, Quin’s sister, Davinia, has maintained calm under the pressure of her mother, the Chief Counselor of the Callers, who is determined to keep the status quo and quash anyone who questions the rightness of Calling. But when Davinia is assigned to investigate and plant evidence in a rebellious part of the city, her loyalties begin to waver.  Meanwhile, Quin and his friend Allie are in a race against the clock to heal the Vine, the source of all growing things in Evantra, which has been slowly dying. Their search leads them to a mysterious forest that may have the answers they seek—and the truth about Quin’s past.  Arresting and thought-provoking, this story explores some of the most crucial topics of our time and shows the power of standing up and fighting for a better tomorrow.Perfect for: Middle-grade fantasy and sci-fi readers Teachers and librarians Anyone interested in books with environmental themes Readers looking for narratives told through multiple perspectives Fans of Jeanne DuPrau’s TheCity of Ember, Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time, or Lois Lowry’s The Giver

The thrilling conclusion to the Callers trilogy, an exciting new middle-grade fantasy series that explores the power of summoning objects into being and the ominous consequences of doing so. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan!Quin’s world is in turmoil . . .  The limits on Calling have been lifted, and Callers are now allowed to conjure up anything they want—from tables and chairs to food and clothes. But many on Elipsom still don’t realize that everything they Call is being stolen from Evantra, a secret continent on the opposite side of the world.Quin, Allie, and Davinia have been fighting to show people the truth. But Adriana Octavius, the Chief Councilor of Elipsom, will do anything she can to suppress the rising rebellion. Even if it means endangering the Vine, the life-giving force for all of Evantra and Elipsom. With Allie in jail, Davinia working desperately to keep up appearances as a committed Councilor, and Quin stranded on Evantra, their struggle is more desperate than ever. Tensions are rising across Elipsom, and the three friends will have to find their way back to each other, reveal the truth, and heal the Vine . . . before it’s too late.  Moving and action-packed, the conclusion to the Callers saga shows the power of standing up for the truth and that anyone can change the world.

Now in paperback! A riveting middle-grade novel that explores the amazing power of summoning objects into being that will capture fantasy and sci-fi lovers alike. Arresting, fast-paced, and thought-provoking, The Callers turns familiar magic upside down and inside out and is perfect for fans of Kenneth Oppel and Madeleine L'Engle.In the world of Elipsom, the ability to Call—or summon objects—is a coveted, crucial skill, revered among its people as both a powerful tool and an essential way to sustain life. But despite an elite family history, a phenom for an older sister, a best friend who is set to join the Council of Callers, and his mother's steely insistence that he learn to Call, Quin doesn't have the gift—an embarrassment made worse when his mother gets his sister to cheat for him on his Calling exam.  But everything changes in a moment of frustration when Quin, instead of summoning an object, makes something disappear. And what's more, he quickly discovers that the objects Callers bring into their world aren't conjured at all; they're whisked away from another world and a people who for years have had their lives slowly stolen from them.  Now Quin must team up with Allie, a girl who's determined to stop this unfair practice, and decide whether he should remain loyal to his family or betray them—and save the world.In a story that explores some of the most crucial topics of our time—our relationship to consumerism, the exploitation of natural resources, colonialism, and the consequences of wanting more than we need—magic is sought, and truth is found.Perfect for:  Teachers and librarians Middle-grade fantasy and sci-fi readers Fans of Jeanne DuPrau’s The City of Ember, Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time, or Lois Lowry’s The GiverAnyone interested in books with environmental themes