Best Selling Books by Lisa Regan

Compares the behaviour of big cats in the wild to domestic pet cats.

Codes are made for cracking. What secrets are hiding in these engaging enigmas? Readers of this interactive book will find out. They''ll stretch their problem-solving muscles with these perplexing coded puzzles. Riddles help readers develop critical and creative thinking skills. Handy intros to each puzzle help readers in a pinch. Charming illustrations accompany each riddle. Readers will practice their language, logic, and math skills while having fun.

I am a food with three letters in my name. Lose the last two, and I still sound the same. What am I? Wrap your mind around this incredible collection of over 60 food-themed riddles. As well as traditional riddle formats, it also includes logic puzzles, tongue-twisters, silly puns and more, leaving children age 7+ much to ponder over. The wacky cartoon illustrations on every page are the icing on the cake. ABOUT THE SERIES: Riddle Me This is packed full of clever riddles and hilarious cartoon illustrations, designed to appeal to children. Each title follows a popular theme, from animals to school to underwater riddles, so readers age 7+ can puzzle, ponder and stretch their minds.

Puzzles and activities can be a great way to learn about history and culture. Readers of this stimulating book will work hard to solve puzzles while also learning about the Inca. With the help of bright illustrations, age-appropriate text, and helpful clues and keys, readers will sharpen their problem-solving skills. A dynamic page layout allows for readers of many levels and ages to work on and complete these exciting puzzles. This creative volume is sure to be a popular addition to any library or collection.

Q: What time should you go to the dentist? A: Tooth hurty! This fully illustrated joke book is packed with wicked wisecracks, knee-slapping new jokes, and timeless rib-ticklers. The brilliantly anarchic illustrations take the humour to a whole new level. It''s a barrel of laughs for children aged 8+.

What goes on in the animal world while we are asleep? Nighttime is when some creatures come to life. They roam around in the darkness, searching for food. Some of the creatures are scary and vicious, others are harmless—but all of them are intriguing.

Chemical reactions are happening all around usu0096and inside our bodies! From a scab forming on a cut to the creation of carbon dioxide as a waste product, there are so many ways chemistry plays a part in how the human body works. Each spread of this colorful book offers readers a fascinating or surprising fact about popcorn, flour, or other familiar items and relates it to chemistry in understandable and age-appropriate language. These real-life examples and explanations of chemistry in our world engage readers with important STEM concepts such as states of matter, atoms, acids, and more.

Jam-packed with great gags, rib-tickling puns and hilarious one-liners, this fantastically funny joke book is guaranteed to have children everywhere in stitches. Perfect for practical jokers aged 7+.

Three pulse-pounding crime thrillers from million copy-selling, Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Lisa Regan. Haunted by a devastating past, Detective Josie Quinn is an unstoppable and absolutely unforgettable lead. Be warned, this series is your next binge-worthy obsession. Cold Heart Creek: In the stark light of dawn, the young couple are laid out on their backs by a dying campfire. Their eyes are open, but their hearts are cold… When two bodies are discovered by a creek in the small town of Denton, Pennsylvania, Josie needs to make sense of the crudely carved pendant necklace jammed down one of their throats. She must catch this twisted killer before other innocent lives are taken. But is she already too late? Find Her Alive: Josie treads gently, careful not to disturb the pile of perfect white bones laid out in the grass by her feet. Her voice is little more than a whisper. “No! Not my sister…” Josie hasn’t heard from her sister Trinity since she made contact with a dangerous serial killer known for creating sculptures with his victim’s bones. Josie knows Trinity won’t stop until she finds him, even if it means becoming his next masterpiece. Can Josie’s team trust her instincts in a case that is so deeply personal? Save Her Soul: Josie flinches as she takes in the faded blue sports jacket wrapped around the girl they just pulled from the water. Josie knew someone who’d once owned that jacket. He had died in her arms five years ago. The body of a young girl floats quietly to the surface of a local river wearing a jacket that once belonged to Josie’s dead ex-husband, Ray. It looks like a tragic accident until the autopsy reveals a bullet in this beautiful schoolgirl’s head and the heartbreaking secret she was keeping. Digging deep into memories of her own past is the only advantage Josie has on this twisted killer… but at what cost? These absolutely unputdownable crime thrillers will have you biting your nails and sleeping with the light on! Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine. Prepare to be TOTALLY hooked! Readers adore the Detective Josie Quinn Series: ‘What the blinking frick!!!… what a blinding book! Gosh, what else is there to say! My heart is pumping so fast from the adrenaline… IT.DID.NOT.STOP!!! Wow!!… her writing has blown me away. I read it in about 3 hours as the book did not let go and I had to know how it ended.’ Zooloo’s Book Diary, 5 stars ‘AMAZING… Love this author. Love this series. Love this book… I was on the edge of my seat.’ Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘Addicted as soon as you read the first chapters, and with a lightning-fast pace and an abundance of action and plot twists you will find it very hard to stop reading… a true rollercoaster ride… really packs a punch.’ It’s All About Books, 5 stars ‘So amazing… it was impossible to just put down… the way everything ties together is genius.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Hooked me from the first page… tight, fast-paced, perfectly paced, well-researched, highly explosive, and always leaves you turning ''just one more page’… a wild ride… a five-star read from beginning to end!’ Katie Mettner, 5 stars ‘Get ready for a rollercoaster of a ride… A resounding 5 stars!!! Josie Quinn, I want you on my side always!!! The pages fly by… a spellbinding eerie read. Love it!!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘This whole series is AMAZING! This book was exceptional… GREAT! I have read every single one of these books in less than two days. Riveting and thrilling! Please never stop writing! Ever!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Round and round she goes, blonde pigtails flying, her high-pitched giggle catching on the wind. But as the ride slows to a stop, her seat is suddenly empty. Little Lucy is gone... When seven-year-old Lucy Ross is snatched from the carousel in Denton city park, Detective Josie Quinn joins the frantic search. She''s the one who finds Lucy''s sparkly butterfly backpack abandoned by the ticket booth, a note with a devastating message stuffed inside: answer your phone, or your sweet little darling will die... The next day, Lucy''s parents are filled with hope when they pick up a call which they think is from their babysitter - but instead it''s a chilling male voice on the line. Josie races to the babysitter''s small apartment only to find her lifeless body in a tangle of sheets on her bed. Josie is faced with the most high-stakes case of her career as each new phone call from someone connected to the family ends with the shocking discovery of another body. This twisted killer wants revenge, and he won''t stop until the Ross family are in pieces... Something is telling Josie that Lucy''s parents aren''t giving her the whole truth, but digging deeper into their lives will force her to confront a life-changing secret of her own. Does Josie have what it takes to crack this case? She has no choice if she''s going to bring Lucy home alive... An absolutely unputdownable new crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Readers who love Robert Dugoni, Angela Marsons and Rachel Caine will be hooked until the final, jaw-dropping page. Readers adore Lisa Regan: ''Loved it!!!... I could not put it down... amazing characters... twists and turns in the plot that keeps the reader turning pages to get to the end... DON''T MISS OUT ON THIS SERIES!'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''I was tapping my kindle like a demented wood pecker, so many suspects and tension you could cut with a knife and as for the ending it BLEW ME AWAY!!!!!... Another addictive and gripping series that just keeps getting better. I LOVED IT!!!!!'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''A highly entertaining, top-notch and impossible to put down read, couple that with an intelligent, feisty female protagonist and you''ve got an unmissable five-star page-turner!'' Reader''s Retreat, 5 stars ''Wow this book grabbed me from the very first page... twists and turns that kept me reading page after page. Just when I thought I was on the right track, I realize I wasn''t.'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''I tell myself I am only going to read a few chapters before bed. Next thing I know it''s 2am and I am only a few pages away from being done!!'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''Phenomenal... Addictive with an intense and complex... I was certain I had it all figured out on several occasions, but turns out I didn''t. It kept me on the edge of my seat until the final twists... It''s definitely action-packed... Prepare yourselves for another wild ride...'' Book Obsessed Introverts, 5 stars ''Oh my it''s a goodie!!... The suspense just keeps mounting ending with a stunning conclusion. A brilliant, compulsive and skilful police procedural.'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''One heck of an entertaining and intense ride... Fast, entertaining, suspenseful and action-packed... you will find yourself flying through and it will be hard to let go before you reach the final page...Another scorcher!'' It''s All About Books, 5 stars

What single letter can you swap to make a cold bear hot? Journey through the animal kingdom with this mammoth collection of over 60 riddles. These include: • Traditional riddles • New riddles • Logic puzzles • Tongue-twisters • Silly puns • And more! Featuring hilarious cartoon illustrations of all your favourite furry friends, this full-colour book will delight all readers aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Riddle Me This is packed full of clever riddles and hilarious cartoon illustrations, designed to appeal to children. Each title follows a popular theme, from animals to school to underwater riddles, so readers age 7+ can puzzle, ponder and stretch their minds.

Five-year old orphan Heidi is thrilled to be sent to live with her grandfather in the Alps, where she can play in the mountains amongst the animals. One day however, she is taken away to live with a family in the town. Will she be able to overcome obstacles and find her way back to her beloved grandfather? Featuring humour, adventure and a brilliantly brave main character, this charming story of friendship is retold and adapted with new illustrations. Sure to delight readers aged 6+.

Her heart stutters as she draws closer. A woman’s fingertips curl over the boat’s edge. Dark crimson blood clashes with the faded blue peeling paint beneath. They’re too late, the beautiful woman within has been dead for some time… Detective Josie Quinn lifts the baby from the pram, holding her close and gently soothing her. Josie scours the scene for the sweet little girl’s mother, but the park is deserted. Glancing down, something catches her eye. Nestled amongst the child’s soft pink blankets is a polaroid photo, the corner smudged with blood. The search for Cleo Tate has Josie and her team in a chokehold; the abandoned newborn needs her mother, and every second counts now lab results show the blood belongs to her. The blurred photo of a body of water is Josie’s only lead. But what does it mean? And where was it taken? The answer is just within reach, but with Cleo’s husband lying about his movements that day, Josie can’t see it. Then it finally clicks: Cold Heart Creek, a crime scene from Josie’s past that she will never forget. Josie is terrified by what she finds there: Cleo’s body, cold as ice, with a second photo of a new location. A twisted killer is playing a devilish game. And when Josie finds a second innocent victim at the site of a different case she solved, she begins to suspect that she herself is at the very heart of it. But why? As more bodies and more photos follow, Josie must dig deep into the secrets and mistakes of her past to get one step ahead. The link between these women is key to cracking the case. Someone wants revenge, and won’t stop until their story is told, and no one involved is left breathing. Can Josie stop them before any more precious lives are taken? And just what will it cost her? Buckle-up for a totally twisted serial-killer thriller that will keep you flipping pages until dawn. This unputdownable crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine. Readers love Lisa Regan: “10 out of 10 stars!!! What a thrill ride this was… I can''t express enough how on the edge of my seat this book kept me!!” SipandRead, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “PULSE-pounding!!!… like a rollercoaster winding up for the whiplash of a lifetime, once the action started, the story took off like a shot!!! LOVE.” Bookshell, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely hooked right from the start!… From the very first page, I was completely sucked in… Mind-blowing!… It''s off the charts!… I was guessing until the very end… Seriously, I couldn''t put it down!… a total page-turner that''ll have you glued to your seat. Can''t wait for the next one! Lisa Regan just keeps knocking it out of the park with each book, and I''m here for it!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An absolutely gripping and truly unputdownable crime thriller that will have you racing through pages until the final jaw-dropping twist hits you like a train!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A whirlwind of twists and turns that had me hooked from start to finish.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I literally count down the days to each new book and I have that fizz of excitement each and every time… I outwardly squeal and jump around every time!” Bookreviewercakemaker, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Best one yet!… a major twist… absolutely unexpected and jaw-dropping!… a true masterpiece of storytelling and entertainment. 10/10 recommend!!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was hooked… truly unputdownable… a MUST READ.” Bitchcanwriteabook, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Many aspire to be great actors from childhood. Readers will get into character for the stage with tips found in this exciting and engaging volume. The basics of Broadway performance are covered with informative text and colorful photographs.

Readers learn a series of illusions with which to entertain their friends and family. Various types of magic are covered, as well as what the reader needs to look like a true magician. Readers of all interests will be entertained by fun facts and activities that will keep them engaged from cover to cover.

From rectangular windows to circular plates, shapes are all around us. It''s important to be able to spot and identify different shapes in the world. Readers of this thought-provoking volume learn to do just that. Solving puzzles is a great way to reinforce and refine important math and geometry skills. The colorful puzzles feature vibrant illustrations and simple instructions that help guide young readers in completing each activity. Readers are encouraged to identify, describe, and name shapes, which are key aspects of early elementary mathematics curricula.

No one loves a knock knock joke more than emerging readers. The entertaining jokes in this vivacious volume will have young comedians doubled over in laughter. While they spread their love for these jokes, they''ll be practicing reading fluency and reinforcing their comprehension of new vocabulary. Colorful cartoon characters further motivate developing readers, while the accessible text will instill an enduring love of books and comedy.

This series looks at child-centred social issues such as hitting, being fair, getting angry, and feeling sad. The right and wrong decisions are explored in each situation.

From counting money to telling the time on a clock, numbers are used in so many parts of life. With this engaging volume, readers gain important skills related to using numbers. Puzzles are an excellent way to get young people interested in reading, problem solving, and math. They help with the understanding of important concepts while also offering a fun activity to take part in. Each of these eye-catching brainteasers features colorful illustrations and simple text to help guide readers in solving the puzzle.

Understanding logic is important to understanding many parts of life. With the help of this captivating book, readers gain important skills related to logic, problem solving, and reasoning. Accessible text introduces each activity, while colorful illustrations hold readers'' attention and guide them through completing the puzzle. Solving a problem can result in a strong feeling of accomplishment and give readers a desire to keep learning. These engaging puzzles offer a fun way to develop key logic skills.

Australia may be the smallest continent, but it is wider than the moon! This is just one of the fascinating facts young Earth science buffs will learn when reading this informative volume. Enlightening text presents engaging details in an accessible way, while eye-catching photographs hold the attention of developing readers. Fun facts paired with a dynamic layout help strengthen understanding of key concepts from the elementary science curriculum and encourage readers to dig deeper and learn more about our planet.

The amazing wonders that exist on planet Earth are never-ending. From the scorching core of the earth to the North and South Poles, readers of this volume get the chance to take a look at all aspects of the planet, inside and out. They''ll learn some fascinating facts, like how termites are adding to global warming. An innovative layout and colorful photographs are paired with an engaging narrative, holding the attention of readers of all ages, and ensuring a popular addition to any library or classroom.

Provides instructions for drawing various insects, including caterpillars, grasshoppers, and butterflies.

Math is an important part of life, but for some people, it can be difficult to learn about and stay interested in. With this engaging volume, that won''t be a problem. Puzzles are a fun way to learn, and the ones in this book feature attention-grabbing illustrations and exciting tasks. Readers will become more interested in math with each subtraction problem they solve. This book is an ideal supplement to key elementary math curricula. Even those normally reluctant to study math will enjoy these activities.

Readers go on an adventure into deep space with this thrilling book that combines cool facts and entertaining mazes. The conversational and informational narrative presents science topics in a way that resonates with developing readers. The inclusion of activities adds another level of fun to this trip into space. Informative fact boxes provide entertaining supplemental snippets, and a detailed glossary builds vocabulary skills. The full-color photographs, illustrations, and creative design create a learning experience that''s out of this world.

In the stark light of dawn, the young couple are laid out on their backs by the dying campfire, their hands clasped between them. Their eyes are open, but their hearts are cold... When a park ranger stumbles across the bodies of Valerie and Tyler Yates by a creek in the small town of Denton, Detective Josie Quinn is first on the scene. Still reeling from the news that her abusive mother is dying, Josie suspects this is more than just accidental poisoning, and she''s right: someone jammed a crudely carved pendant necklace down Valerie''s throat before she died. Combing the area, Josie''s team discover a third sleeping bag indicating there could have been an extra guest around the fire that night. A lucky escape? A missing victim? Or a suspect on the run? Finding this person is the key to the entire investigation... Trawling the couple''s photo albums for clues, Josie can''t imagine why anyone might want to harm these smiling, carefree young lovers. Until a face in one of the pictures stops her in her tracks and leads her to a farmhouse hidden deep within the forest - a special place where people go to escape, and to hide. There they meet a young girl with frightened eyes and bandaged wrists who knows more than she is saying. But the next day she''s found dead, choked with a matching necklace... With her mother''s life hanging by a thread, Josie has an impossible decision to make. But first she must find the meaning of the pendant and catch this twisted killer before another innocent life is taken. Is she already too late? An addictive and gripping crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Readers who love Robert Dugoni, Angela Marsons and Rachel Caine will be sleeping with the lights on after this rollercoaster of a read. Readers adore Lisa Regan: ''GO AND READ THIS NAIL-BITING, UNPUTDOWNABLE BOOK.'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''I read this book in one sitting, hooked from the first page, spent most of this read sat on the edge of my seat. In places I was shocked but kept on reading. I HAD TO KNOW... I did not want this book to end... Highly Recommended. Hell no, this is a MUST READ!'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''Wow! What a thrill ride!... The reader gets sucked into the drama... The surprises keep coming. I was literally glued to the pages of this book.'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''Wow this book had me on the edge of my seat holding my breath... Absolutely loved it and found it very hard to put down... Her Silent Cry definitely gets 5 stars from me it was awesome.'' Bonnie''s Book Talk, 5 stars

What better place for an adventure than a spooky hotel? Readers of this innovative book will go on a puzzle-solving journey through an old, haunted hotel. Along the way, they''ll meet some very interesting characters and hone their problem-solving skills. Delightful illustrations are featured throughout the book and encourage readers to pay attention and find clues that will help them solve the different puzzles. This exciting volume is a must-have for lovers of Halloween, ghosts, and all sorts of spooky creatures.

By sorting things, or putting them in a particular order, it can become easier to find answers to other questions. Readers of this innovative volume work on sharpening their sorting skills by solving fun puzzles. Each activity is introduced with concise instructions explaining the age-appropriate puzzle. Colorful illustrations engage readers and guide them in drawing conclusions and finding answers. This invaluable resource supports the growth of important skills that are vital in early development.

Give your readers a sense of what it''s like to travel to different destinations in North and South America. This thrilling travel guide combines educational information and exciting activities. As they gain appreciation for cultural diversity and how people live in other countries, fun mazes and activities make learning about this social studies curriculum topic fun. A helpful glossary and informative fact boxes enhance the learning experience. Full-color photographs and illustrations are presented in a charming design to create a truly interactive trip through the Western Hemisphere.

Presents facts about the planet Earth, including the shape of the Earth, how earthquakes work, and why Antarctica is considered a desert.

Some of the coolest science information in our world is out of itu0097in space! From how the celestial bodies move around our solar system to peopleu0092s ability to travel in it, space science is endlessly fascinating. Itu0092s also an incredible vehicle for physics learning! In this book, readers learn about space, light and sound, machines, and forces in an engaging format that introduces each new concept with a real-life, surprising fact. Colorful photographs and understandable language present STEM curriculum topics in a new way, sure to draw readers in with their gravitational pull!

Knock knock! Who''s there? Ivan. Ivan who? Ivan to tell you the best knock knock jokes you have ever heard! Packed with over 300 jokes, this collection of classic gags will have young readers rolling on the floor with laughter. Perfect for sharing friends, family and even teachers, these jokes will leave people knocking for more! Ideal for kids age 6+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Publishing''s Brain Benders series brings together collections of puzzles, activities and joke books for young readers. These entertaining reads are perfect for a rainy day!

For those who love animals and a good joke, this bright book is the perfect way to spread some laughter. While readers giggle their way through the accessible and silly text, they''ll be practicing word recognition, reading comprehension, and other foundational reading skills. Visual cues for new vocabulary are found in the colorful, friendly cartoons that accompany these witty jokes. Readers will love sharing their favorite jokes about their favorite critters with their favorite people.

Dressed in pajamas covered with stars, the little girl''s body is perfectly still, her arms folded neatly over her chest. The wildflowers decorating her hair scatter across the grass in the sharp breeze. Her lips are parted slightly, as if to whisper goodnight for the very last time... When twelve-year-old Holly Mitchell''s fragile little body is found on the steps of a mountainside church in the small town of Denton, a doll made from pine cones clasped tightly to her chest, Detective Josie Quinn rushes to attend the scene. She knows this little girl''s angelic face, her mother had offered Josie help when she''d needed it most. Searching the girl''s house, Josie is devastated to find that Holly''s mother is dead too, and her little sister is missing. But why has this family home been stripped of all sharp objects? Re-tracing her steps, Josie finally finds a secret hiding place with Holly''s sister inside, terrified, but alive. Moments later, another doll made of twigs turns up. Certain the killer is close by, Josie holds the little girl tight and tries to coax answers from her, but it''s clear the pile of burnt photographs and letters found in the greenhouse is her only lead. No one is safe until Josie can figure out the dangerous secret that has escaped this remote family home. Just when Josie is finally closing in on the killer, the unthinkable happens, a tragedy that shakes her to her very core. And on the windshield of her car: a third wooden doll. Could stopping this twisted monster from taking more innocent lives come at the ultimate price for Josie? An absolutely gripping rollercoaster ride of a crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine. Readers love Lisa Regan: ''Absolutely brilliant!!!! One hell of a rollercoaster ride, with so many twists and turns it''ll make you dizzy!! It''s energetic, exciting, thrilling and nerve-wracking!!... will have you shouting O.M.G. at every page!!'' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ''Brilliant, nail-biting, rollercoaster of a ride... There were times I gasped "Oh No!" and shed a few tears... a super novel.'' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Kids who love horses and ponies will be thrilled with this adorable book and its colorful, fun-filled puzzles. More than 40 activities — all with equine themes — include word searches, picture puzzles, secret codes, mazes, math challenges, and other brainteasers. In addition, fun facts about these amazing animals appear throughout.

A visual representation can be a helpful tool when it comes to learning to count. Colorful and engaging illustrations guide readers of this unique volume in gaining important skills related to counting. Each puzzle provokes careful thought and fosters a comprehension of this key math concept. Readers feel a sense of accomplishment upon completing each exciting activity. This innovative book supports a strong understanding and knowledge of counting, an important part of early elementary math curricula.

Throughout life, many situations require problem-solving skills. It''s never too early to start developing this important skill. Readers will look for clues and use them to find answers to tricky problems. These stimulating brainteasers are fun activities that help strengthen key comprehension and deduction skills. Colorful illustrations and concise text ensure that puzzles are accessible to readers of many levels and ages.

Riddles and jokes are great ways to encourage young readers to explore language and concentrate on content comprehension. Future comedians will love the jokes and riddles found in this brightly designed book. For visual learners, cute illustrations accompany many of the funny anecdotes. This accessible text offers many opportunities to help readers practice accuracy and fluency as they''re entertaining their family and friends. There are plenty of opportunities to LOL! with this motivating volume.

Being able to spot and figure out patterns is a skill that can be useful in many different ways. The puzzles in this stimulating volume make it fun to find patterns. Eye-catching illustrations accompany concise sections of text and encourage readers to use their observation and reasoning skills to complete each exciting activity. These educational puzzles support a love of learning and offer a fun way for young readers to gain knowledge about patterns and problem solving.