Tales of the Cryptids
Mysterious Creatures That May or May Not Exist
Everyone loves the stories of legendary creatures that just might really exist. This book relies on the latest information from cryptozoologists, experts who study these mysterious beings, and the counter-arguments are explored from experts who strongly believe they do not exist. Stories from eyewitnesses are recounted, as well. Included in the book are Bigfoot (Sasquatch), Loch Ness monster, Mokele Mbembe (Africa), Kongamato, Shunka Warak’in, Mapinguari (South America), giant squids, mermaids, coelocanthes, and more. An extensive “For Further Investigation” section, offering readers more places to find information, will conclude the book.
| Format | Your Price | Add |
|---|---|---|
|
978-1-58196-049-5
|
$14.99 |
Awards
- YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers
Reviews
Jeff Meldrum, Associate Professor of Anatomy & Anthropology, Idaho State University
Kirkus Reviews
Author: Kelly Milner Halls
Kelly Milner Halls is a full-time children's writer, specializing in quirky topics for reluctant readers. Kelly lives in Washington with her two daughters, one dog, too many cats, and a four-foot rock iguana.
Author, Illustrator: Rick C. Spears
As a young child, Rick C. Spears was fascinated by dinosaurs and spent many hours drawing pictures of prehistoric animals in various scenes of combat. Time passed and, though still a pretty good artist, his teenaged interests replaced dinosaurs with Japanese monsters, Star Wars, and girls (not necessarily in that order). It wasn't until after college that Rick rekindled his love of prehistory and began to fancy himself a paleoartist. Since then, his artwork has found its way into museum displays, books, magazines, and even a board game. Rick currently resides in Georgia with his wife, Darlene, who patiently tolerates all this dinosaur/monster/alien stuff as a part of everyday life.