New Releases by Bob Hartman

Popular storyteller Bob Hartman is renowned for his fresh take on often-told stories, bringing them to life with vibrant characters and a lively twist in the tale. Bob now launches a new series of stories '' The Unauthorized Versions '' which are packed full of humour, mischief, silliness, and fun '' but which all have a good-hearted and memorable conclusion. These easy-to-read Old Testament stories are inspired by the Bible '' but given a completely original slant. Retold at a cracking pace, this black and white line illustrated book (in a style perfectly matched to Bob''s mischievous storytelling) makes an ideal read for those who prefer something a little more wayward on their bookshelves, particularly boys aged 7-9.

Retold with Bob Hartman''s insight and wit, some of these tales are funny, others are sinister. And some feature reformed baddies. Their dastardly deeds, pride, ruthlessness and misuse of power are vividly recreated. There are also ''come-uppance'' stories and, last but not least, those showing God''s compassion for the worst of ''baddies''. ''Baddies'' include Pharoh, David, Jonah, Herod, Zacchaeus, Pilate, Peter, Jacob, Goliath, Judas and Paul.

Following the tried and tested formula of his earlier Lion Storyteller titles, Bob Hartman retells a selection of Easter stories in his own inimitable style. This collection of 23 stories includes all the Bible accounts of the events of the first Easter, from Palm Sunday through to Jesus'' resurrection encounters with his friends and followers. Bob Hartman''s retellings of familiar and sometimes serious tales are fresh and engaging, making these Bible stories accessible to the young and not-so-young.

A unique ''What will happen next?'' book which teaches stories of Jesus to young children. A delightful picture book which parents and children will love looking at together to discover ''what Jesus is doing now''. This unique and entertaining way of retelling three stories of Jesus, gives children a sense that they are actually following Jesus. Beautifully illustrated by Charlie Gardiner.

The "spine" of the Andes Mountain, which runs through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, is the source of almost all of the world''s cocaine-based products, both legal and otherwise. In 1986, in the midst of the American "cocaine epidemic," the Reagan administration decided that the drug problem needed to be attacked at its source. The result was an eight-year clandestine drug war known as Operation Snowcap. From 1987 through 1994, groups of twelve to fifteen DEA agents were dispatched to South American countries on ninety-day temporary duty tours. These DEA agents met with counterparts from their host nation and together rained destruction down on the infrastructure and transportation networks that supported the illegal cocaine trade. Author Bob Hartman was deployed ten times during the course of Operation Snowcap. Inside DEA is his gripping, firsthand account of America''s secretive drug war. In this true story, Hartman chronicles both his triumphs and tragedies and recounts his frustration with his superiors and the biased media portrayals of the operation. Prepare to be transported to the jungles of South America for an inside look at an often misunderstood chapter of history.

When Danny''s grandad dies, Danny is sad - and full of questions. ''Where is Grandad? What is he doing? Will I see him again?'' Gran is sad too. But Gran wants to help Danny. It will take a little time, but with Grandad''s old shoelaces, his favourite jumper and an old cloth cap, Gran sews a beautiful picture of heaven that helps Danny understand Grandad''s new life. A gentle and insightful tool for any grown-up explaining the forever-after to a child.

A collection of ten fables, each introduced by Aesop, the freed slave turned master storyteller, who shares the events that inspired each tale.

First published in Bob Hartman''s imaginative collection of tales about angels ("Angels, Angels, All Around") this is a compelling retelling of a familiar Bible story from a new perspective: the sadness and joy of the first Easter as witnessed by two angels attendant at the crucifixion and the resurrection. This newly illustrated edition presents Bob Hartman''s moving text, which gets straight to the heart of Easter, with wonderfully evocative pictures that shimmer with mystery and miracle. Praise for "The Easter Angels": "Presents a magical yet accessible approach to the concept of resurrection." -TES Primary Praise for Sophy Williams: "Prestigious illustrator Sophy Williams creates a detailed and vibrant world."-The Guardian

Jack O''Malley hates shopping,snow, and even Christmas. All three at once is Jack''s idea of a very bad day. Storming into a Starbucks seeking escape, Jack runs smack into a beautiful and mysterious stranger, almost knocking her over and unintentionally changing his life forever. In this one moment his entire life?who he once was, who he is, and who he has the potential to become?flashes before his eyes. In this humorous rendering of Charles Dickens'' classic tale, timeless lessons are reexamined through the lens of modern society. The result is funny, moving, and ultimately thought-provoking.

When Goat starts at a new school he''s in for a big surprise. No one has told him about Troll, the school bully. But then--Troll hasn''t heard about Goat''s bigger brothers.

Bob Hartman is well known author of best selling books including the Lion Storyteller series, Telling the Bible - a series of retellings of passages from the Bible for individual and group performance, Anyone Can Tell a Story - full of Bob''s tips for great storytelling, and the highly acclaimed Angels, Angels All Around. He is also the pastor of Bethseda Baptist Church in Trowbridge and a professional storyteller who speaks to thousands of children every year, tells his stories at a variety of festivals and conferences and trains teachers and church workers in the craft.

In ''Who Frightened the Fishermen?, Bob Hartman looks at several bible stories from a new perspective - transforming them into accessible mysteries for younger readers.

Gentle retelling of the Biblical story of Noah.

Written by examiners and practising teachers, this work offers study and homework support throughout GCSE. It is useful as a reference source, a lesson back-up and a revision guide.

Bob Hartman''s inimitable storytelling puts an imaginative slant on a familiar Old Testament tale

An entertaining festive selection of stories about all aspects of the Christmas season. These include retellings of folk tales, Bible stories and legends from around the world. Many of these stories show how popular Christmas traditions came about.

This book contains 6 of Bob Hartmans immensely popular retellings, selected from The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book, The Lion Storyteller Book of Animal Tales and The Lion Storyteller Christmas Book. Arranged under broad themes - the series features stories about animals, Christmas and from the folk tradition - many of the stories also introduce ''citizenship'' themes and values through story. These entertaining short stories work especially well when read aloud and will also appeal to newly confident readers.

A new range of value-for-money story collections from bestselling author Bob Hartman''s Storyteller books

Part of the Storyteller Tales series, this title contains some of master storyteller Bob Hartman''s best-loved folk and traditional tales. The contents are derived from The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book and The Lion Storyteller Book of Animal Tales, and this collection contains more than half a dozen folk tales from around the world.

Little Wolf is tired of eating lamburgers and sloppy does, but when he tricks his parents into thinking there is a boy in the woods, they could all miss a chance for a real feast.

A collection of forty traditional folk tales from around the world that show how similar peoples'' values are, whatever their culture, nation or race.

A man gives a chicken to kind old Father Gregory, who dreams that someone else needs it more than he. And so the chicken goes from person to person until it comes back to the beginning, so "that each one gave, each one received, and all were blessed."

Little Wolf is tired of eating lamburgers and sloppy does, but when he tricks his parents into thinking there is a boy in the woods, they could all miss a chance for a real feast.

When a hippo plants himself firmly in the village rice field, the villagers and the mayor do their best to convince him to move on. Seeing that aggressive means are not the solution to the monster of a problem, a monk uses gentle words to solve a big problem. Full-color illustrations.

YEAR 12 These clever HSC Study Cards will provide you with key information you need to know to help ensure HSC success. Features Written by key subject authors and course experts. All relevant knowedge and skill objectives are covered. Key points highlighted to help you learn and memorise what''s important. Topics are clearly identified. Each card is numbered for easy reference. Examples and diagrams to assist understanding. Design is simple so you can carry the cards in your pocket and swot anywhere.

In this engaging and very personal book, Bob Hartman shares the wisdom he has acquired during his many years as a storyteller, working with everything from one-to-one sharing at bedtime to interactive storytelling for large groups. Bob first explains his philosophy about the power of stories to communicate truths and values, especially to children. He then gets down to the nitty-gritty of storytelling, concentrating mainly on how to retell stories from a variety of sources, and including ideas to help the reader spin their own tales to tell aloud. The book is full of useful tips on how to adapt storytelling to particular situations, using crowd control and audience participation to suit the size of the group and its setting. Bob also includes a wonderful selection of stories he has adapted especially for reading aloud.

On Christmas Eve at Granny Mae''s house, Kevin''s family finds itself enacting a unique Nativity pageant and, in the process, discovering wonderful things about Christmas and families.