Author Bio: Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale (www.brucehale.com) is passionate about inspiring reluctant readers to read. He has written or illustrated more than 30 seriously funny books for children, including the first book in the Monstertown Mysteries series, The Curse of the Were-Hyena, the popular Chet Gecko Mysteries series, and the Clark the Shark picture book series. An actor and a Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling, Bruce is in demand as a speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and schools across North America. His acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, "The Ride". Bruce's book The Malted Falcon was an Edgar Award Finalist. Murder, My Tweet won the Little D Award for Humor Writing. He lives in Santa Barbara, California.
PRAISE FOR ENDS OF THE EARTH "Billed on the jacket blurb as the
"climactic series finale," this third book in the School for
S.P.I.E.S. series nonetheless leaves the door slightly ajar for
further adventures in a possible spinoff, with Max now firmly
teamed up with his father and Hantai Annie's identity still
ambiguous. Keeping that hope alive will make the satisfying end to
this series more palatable for fans who hate to let go. . ."
PRAISE FOR PLAYING WITH FIRE "Hale threads the narrative with
colorful metaphors and throwaway lines and festoons it with high-
and low-tech tools of spycraft. One character's sudden murder
aside, the tone is mostly light, with family issues and conflicting
loyalties (driven by troubling revelations about Max's dad) for
added texture.This lightweight kid-spy romp should find some eager
readers."
PRAISE FOR PLAYING WITH FIRE "Amid police chases, robbery attempts,
lock picking plus breaking and entering, Max, to his surprise, will
discover what friendship and family really mean. This is a
compelling read with warmth and humor. Illustrations add
wonderfully to the suspenseful plot. Well recommended."--Childrens
Literature
PRAISE FOR PLAYING WITH FIRE "Between training exercises, Max's
search for his father, secret missions, and double agents the
action never stops. This book will appeal to both boys and girls.
Characters are diverse and well thought out. The School for
S.P.I.E.S. series will be a winner. Highly recommended"
PRAISE FOR PLAYING WITH FIRE "The book has nonstop action, clear
detailed descriptions, and a plot that's easy to follow. . . . a
good introduction to the genre."
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