Dark Territory - A Review

Rivals between the "rich kids" and the "disadvantaged kids" is nothing new, but when the opposing gang leaders must work together against a force darker than anything they've ever seen, it suddenly becomes very terrifying.

Raphael and his family moved to the small, desolate town of Middleburg to help keep Raphael from falling in with the wrong people.  However, living on the poor side of town automatically makes Raph a "Flatliner" and instant enemies with the strong opposing rich "Topper" kids.  To make matters worse, Raphael has an instant connection with Amiee (a Topper newly back from a stint in a house for troubled teen girls).  She feels it too, but her brother (Topper gang) is determined to keep them apart at all costs.

As the gang wars escalate a strange darkness falls over the town and the now abandoned railroad tunnels are being haunted by a deadly force.  Can Raphael and his enemies fight this force?  Find out in Dark Territory written by J. Gabriel Gates and Charlene Keel.

This young adult fiction is sure to be a hit - it has block buster movie written all over it!

For more information visit, please visit the author’s website at: http://www.jgabrielgates.com/ or the media site at: http://www.m.hcibooks.com/ for downloads of posters, wallpaper, ringtones or information on the book.

The 6 Pence Players

Looking for a fun alternative for your kids, other than television or the computer? 

Then pop in, 'The 6 Pence Players - Fairytale Collection' CD, but be prepared this isn't your ordinary storytelling.

The 6 Pence Players CD is designed for kids 3-8 and performed by kids 5-17.  This unique story telling format is fun and very professionally done.  The performers are animated, lively and will definitely have the little ones eagerly listening for the entire 57 minute running time.

In addition, the 5 well-known fairytales all have special twists and turns that will surprise and delight any listener.  Perfect for a rainy day fun, car trips and vacations.

Here's what The 6 Pence Players - Fairytale Collection offers;

• Three Billy Goats Gruff
• Cinderella and Friends
• The Emperor's New Clothes
• The Three Little Pigs Meet the Big Bad Wolves
• Princess and the Pea

Not only does this CD entertain, but if you go to The 6 Pence Players web site, you can download Paper Puppets to play along with the stories, or have the kids 'Write Their Own Story' by changing the lines or circumstances of specific characters, there's even colouring pages. 

Check it out at; http://www.6penceplayers.com/create.htm

So what are you waiting for?  Grab a copy of The 6 Pence Players Fairytale Collection and let the fun times roll and your imagination soar.  On the web at; http://www.6penceplayers.com/

The Newest Cafe Buzz? GIVEAWAYS

Imagination-Cafe for kids is always looking for fun, free, new ways to engage your children. Even though they already have a host of fun-tastic articles, tips, games, tunes and so much more to entertain and (quietly) educate the kids, sometimes they just have to giveaway something.

Pop by Klub Krumbs, sign up for a FREE account and your kids will have full access to all the cool giveaways there. The cafes newest giveaway is, The Dragon War Relic by Berin L. Shephens.

Here's my review of this exciting kid-lit novel:

The Dragon War Relic

What do you think - is there really life on other planets?

Jared, an unassuming, hard working teenager that likes to practice his clarinet and play the latest ZBoz games is about to find out.

Gary, Jared’s best friend is sure he’s been abducted by aliens and is quick to tell anyone who will listen about his terrifying experience.

Is the truth out there? Find out when Jared is handed a strange looking ring from a stranger on the run. Jared is confused and concerned but before he has a chance to ask any questions the stranger is caught in an exploding building. Jared must now claim responsibility for the odd ring and all that comes with it.

The Dragon War Relic by Berin L. Stephens, takes the reader on an outrageous ride of suspense, mystery and crazy out-of-this-world beings. This is one fantasy book that deserves a read.
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So pop on by the cafe and get your kids involved. Even if they don't enter the book draw, there's so many other great things to do, they're bound to want to stay :)