Between keeping her familys true identities secret, and dealing with school drama i. Alexandra sheppards debut ya novel oh my gods is published by scholastic. Sheppard also highlights helens jamaican heritage, which adds layers to helens loneliness. Im an author from north london, and my debut novel oh my gods will be published by scholastic in january 2019. The gods come complete with profiles, headshots, family trees, entertaining cartoons, and surprises. Apollo has an online profile and aphrodite blogs about her issues. The oh my gods a lookitup guide to the gods of mythology is a 128 page book about most of greek gods, like zeus and poseidon, titans, like cronus, and other creatures, like pan. These tales of errant gods, fantastic creatures, and human heroes are brought to life in fresh and modern versions. Action, romance, power struggles no, its not reality tv. Oh my gods by alexandra sheppard fantastic fiction.
Greek mythology chapter book suggestions series and standalone books anatopsis chris abouzeid oh. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. Oh my gods by alexandra sheppard book cover, description, publication history. A modern girls comedic odyssey in a school filled with the descen. The interaction of followers of these faiths with christian fundamentalists and followers of other religions is the main concern of the story it debuted on 7 march 2002. Although the book is essentially witty and slightly absurd, it deals with challenges and experiences. It would not be surprising to see this show reach broadway. If you work at a school you can use rewards to buy books and resources for your classroom or library. Oh my gods and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Eros hades helios hephaestus hermes pan poseidon prometheus uranus wind gods zeus presents a guide to greek mythology, providing profiles of gods and goddesses along with information on monsters, heroes, and the underworld. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Its primarily a humorous take in the life of neopagan, pagan, wiccan faiths, and their interactions with christian fundamentalists. There are two brilliant books being released today, both coming from scholastic. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
Apart from the fact this book has an amazing cover, i love the concept of. We were lucky enough to have alexandra sheppard come talk to us about her debut novel oh my gods. Mythlopedia, a four book series of lookitup guides to classical greek mythology, takes a humorous and kidfriendly approach to a complex subject. A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. Oh my gods is a refreshingly fun read that centers a unique voice in a clever and imaginative way. This book is intended for teens and i am by no means a teen, but i found it fun, interesting, and totally relateable. Olympus meets new media in a new book series from scholastic nasdaq. Oh my gods a lookitup guide to the gods of mythology is an encyclopedia by megan e. Schl the global childrens publishing, education and media company today announced the publication and release of a new, non. It deals with the neopagan, pagan, and wiccan faiths. Check out other translated books in french, spanish languages.
Megan e bryant presents a guide to greek mythology, providing profiles of gods and goddesses along with information on monsters, heroes, and the underworld. Oh my gods a lookitup guide to the gods of mythology. In real life, helen is a dorky goddess living in modern london with her. It includes what their symbols are, some of their fun facts, and information on them. This is a fact book on greek mythology, yet it is told in a very modern and colorful way. Women of all ages would have a great time reading this book. Based on content from grolier encyclopedias, mythlopedia presents the superstars of greek mythology from mighty olympians to slithering serpents along with the myths that put them in the pantheon. This comingofage novel combines an authentic feel for modern london and a wonderfully funny and masterfully controlled transportation of the ancient greek gods into the contemporary world. Some myths explain something, and some teach a lesson. My debut novel oh my gods was published by scholastic uk in january 2019 and has since received coverage from the guardian, buzzfeed and refinery 29. It could be useful to students who are interested in exploring more about mythology. Falcone companions quartet series julia golding mythic misadventures series carolyn hennesy. The book follows the character of phoebe, a young runner who discovers that the school shes attending is full of family and relatives of greek gods and goddesses.
To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Gods series tera lynn childs medusa jones ross collins corydon series tobias druitt walking with the dead l. Mythlopedia, a fourbook series of lookitup guides to classical greek mythology, takes a humorous and kidfriendly approach to a complex subject. Based on content from grolier encyclopedias, mythlopedia presents the superstars of greek mythology from mighty olympians to slithering serpents along with the myths that put. But watch out for the angry zeus hes on the prowl and is ready to zap your game. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. They have even taken to saying, oh my gods when anything goes wrong, so when i saw this introductory level, scholastic book, i knew they would enjoy flipping through the pages and reading about the characters they have been learning about. The fierytempered gods and goddesses of greek mythology dont hold back. Oh my gods centers around helen thomas, a 14 year old girl who is half british jamaican. Shes just moved in with her dorky dad and selfabsorbed older siblings who happen to be the ancient greek gods, living incognito. When im not writing ya fiction, im a social media strategist its a real job, i promise, and love to bake nearly as much as i love to read. Alexandra sheppard in ancient legends, helen is the irresistible beauty who kicked off the trojan war and changed history. A lookitup guide to the gods of mythology 5 out of 5 based on 0 ratings.
Information is provided as is and solely for informational purposes, not for trading purposes or advice. Im represented by lauren gardner at bell lomax moreton im currently available for school workshops and assemblies exploring creative writing and greek mythology. Helen thomas has just moved in with her dads family who happen to be the ancient greek gods, living incognito in london. The strip initially featured four main cartoon characters whose outlook on life was. Quotes are not sourced from all markets and may be delayed up to 20 minutes. Oh my gods was inspired by a comedymusical from 1946 called down to earth my sisters and i watched it with my mum one sunday afternoon, back when families typically had one tv per household so were forced to spend time together ahh, the noughties. Bryant, and is only one of a series of books in the scholastic series, meant for late elementary or junior high school students. I was so pleased to be invited to the scholastic book feast at their headquarters in london and i had an amazing time. Greek mythology meets the modern age in this riveting and educational series complete with profiles, headshots, sidebars and more. I also thought this book was like the percy jackson ones, but this one is more modern.
I laughed so much whilst reading this and i only wish i could have read this book whilst i was growing up. A lookitup guide to the gods of mythology is an encyclopedia by megan e. Helen had expected a few settling in issues when she moved south to live with her dad, but actually her new school is great and she makes friends almost straightaway. A modern retelling of greek and roman myths and read oh my gods. New nonfiction book series from scholastic makes ancient greek gods, goddesses and myths accessible to digital natives. A modern retelling of greek and roman myths online books in format pdf. When helen visits grandma thomas in derby for christmas, it is clear that she misses jamaican food.
Packed with brilliant comic set pieces and lovable, instantly relatable characters, sheppards tale of teen. Greek mythology meets the modern age in this riveting and educational series complete with profiles. As students read a play adaptation of a classic greek myth, they will learn about traits of mythology and identify the lesson the myth teaches. Helen is a typical teen, dealing with boys, schools and troublesome relations only they just happen to be gods and goddesses. If you liked meg cabot and jacqueline wilsons books then youll love oh my gods. Ya author and social media strategist based in london, uk. Omg, mythology totes just got way cooler gasp scholastic. Published november 1st 2009 by scholastic first published 2009. Schools earn scholastic rewards when parents or staff order from us. The film starred rita hayworth as a greek muse, who, after. The story is wellpaced and the authors voice is light but confident. This is a guide to greek mythology as it provides profiles on the gods and goddess, the origins of mythology, and why myths matter. Race against your friends to search for clues, uncover hidden gods, and use their almighty powers.
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