New Releases by Chris Bradford

Jack Fletcher fait naufrage au large des côtes du Japon. Son père et le reste de l''équipage sont massacrés par des pirates ninjas. Secouru par Masamoto Takeshi, le guerrier légendaire, le seul espoir de Jack sera de devenir un véritable samouraï. Ainsi espère-t-il se venger de l''homme qui a fait de lui un orphelin : le terrifiant OEil-de-Dragon.

Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan, his beloved father and the crew lie slaughtered by ninja pirates. Rescued by a legendary master swordsman and brought under his wing, Jack begins the grueling physical and psychological training needed to become a samurai. Life at Samurai school is fraught with difficulty for Jack who is bullied and treated as an outcast. With his friend the remarkable, beautiful Akiko at his side and all the courage he can muster, Jack has to prove himself. Will he be able to face deadly rivals and challenges that will test him to his very limits?

Young Samurai: The Way of the Warrior is the first book in this blockbuster series by Chris Bradford August 1611. Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan - his beloved father and the crew lie slaughtered by ninja pirates. Rescued by the legendary sword master Masamoto Takeshi, Jack''s only hope is to become a samurai warrior. And so his training begins. But life at the samurai school is a constant fight for survival. Even with his friend Akiko by his side, Jack is singled out by bullies and treated as an outcast. With courage in his heart and his sword held high, can Jack prove himself and face his deadliest rival yet? ''A fantastic adventure that floors the reader on page one and keeps them there until the end'' - Eoin Colfer ***You can learn more about Chris Bradford and his books at www.youngsamurai.com.***

"A practical and interactive 8 week course, suitable for beginner and experienced songwriter alike ... learn how to write better lyrics, compose melodies or break creative blocks ..."--Back cover

The OutLoud series is an easy-to-understand, light-hearted speed-read that explains what every musician needs to know about the music industry. Using a cool and practical format with cutting edge illustrations, each page answers important questions about music publishing. It features a foreword by industry head hancho Rak Sanghi, MD of Sony Publishing. OutLoudis endorsed by Yamaha and is associated with the Academy of Contemporary Music.

The OutLoud series is an easy-to-understand, light-hearted speed-read that explains what every musician needs to know about the music industry. Using a cool and practical format with cutting edge illustrations, each page answers important questions about record deals. It features a foreword by industry head hancho Nick Raphael, MD of Sony Records. OutLoud is endorsed by Yamaha and is associated with the Academy Of Contemporary Music.

The OutLoud series is a unique, instant, and light-hearted approach to the music business. Using a cool and practical format with cutting edge illustrations, each page answers important questions about artist management. This work features a foreword by industry head hancho Rob Holden, manager of David Gray. OutLoud is endorsed by Yamaha and is associated with the Academy of Contemporary Music.

Written to inspire and educate songwriters and those interested in how their favourite songs were created, this is both a collection of songwriting secrets and an intriguing look into the minds of some of the most famous songwriters in the world. An official publication of the British Academy of Composers & Songwriters, The Sweetest Sounds contains advice and anecdotes on everything from how to find inspiration, to writing effective lyrics and melodies, to legal advice, to songwriting tips from some of the most successful songwriters in the business.