Best Selling Books by Marcia Williams

A celebration of inspirational women from all over the world and throughout history, told in Marcia Williams'' much-loved comic-strip style.Join Marcia Williams as she celebrates incredible women from around the world and throughout history. From writers to warriors and astronauts to activists, discover their awesome stories and be amazed by their achievements. Marcia Williams'' much-loved comic-strip style will encourage even the most reluctant reader to enjoy this inspirational book packed with facts, quotes and jokes.

Meet Pip, Joe, Estella and Miss Haversham in this accessible adaptation of ''Great Expectations'', illustrated throughout in Marcia''s lively style.

Profiles over one hundred of the world''s most influential inventors, and describes the origins of such everyday items as the ballpoint pen, eraser, sandwich, and zipper.

Presents an illustrated retelling of the nativity of Christ.

Marcia Williams retells one of Shakespeare''s most famous plays in this adaptation for younger children. With illustrations, accessible language and dialogue from the original manuscript, this is an introduction to Shakespeare for those encountering his work for the first time.

India boasts a population of over 1 billion, ranking ninth as one of the world''s largest emerging economies. In order to successfully venture and conduct business in this country, it is important to understand the dimensions of the culture and business dynamics. The capital is New Delhi and the 25 states and seven union territories, produce a gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of over $1500.00. India is still considered one of the poorest countries in the world with about 60% of the population involved in agriculture which only has contributed 14.6% of the Gross Domestic Product. This book is an analysis of the elements, from economic to cultural, which must be considered when making the decision to do business in India and comparing the business standards and protocols to those of the United States.

Retells nine tales of ancient Egypt, including the story of Ra rising from the waters of the Nile to create the gods of the earth, sky, and rain.

Discover and cheer the accomplishments of more than seventy amazing women from all over the world and throughout history. They’re activists and explorers, scientists and writers and more. And they’re all women: Cleopatra, Boudicca, Joan of Arc, Elizabeth I, Mary Wollstonecraft, Jane Austen, Florence Nightingale, Marie Curie, Eleanor Roosevelt, Amelia Earhart, Frida Kahlo, Anne Frank, Wangari Maathai, Mae C. Jemison, Cathy Freeman, and Malala Yousafzai, to name just a few. Marcia Williams, through her lively comic-strip style and a clever combination of facts, quotes, and jokes, invites readers to peruse these extraordinary women’s stories, learn about their noteworthy achievements, be inspired to greatness . . . and be thoroughly entertained.

A boy learns how to chase away the ever-escalating fears that plague him.

A behind-the-scenes tour of some of ancient Rome''s leading historical events is narrated by a dormouse gladiator and includes coverage of family life and famous emperors.

"Even reluctant readers (let alone closet classicists) will be drawn to pore over these entrancing pages. — School Library Journal Greek myths are among the most exciting stories ever told. In this collection, Marcia Williams offers a fun but faithful retelling of eight myths using simple language and her signature comic-strip format. Panels and spreads brimming with color, decorative detail, and nonstop action make each tale a pleasure to look at, and speech bubbles add modern humor. This indispensable collection is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the power of myth.

Retells the Bible story in which Joseph''s jealous brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt, where due to his ability to interpret dreams, he is made governor of the country.

"Even reluctant readers (let alone closet classicists) will be drawn to pore over these entrancing pages. -School Library Journal Greek myths are among the most exciting stories ever told. In this collection, Marcia Williams offers a fun but faithful retelling of eight myths using simple language and her signature comic-strip format. Panels and spreads brimming with color, decorative detail, and nonstop action make each tale a pleasure to look at, and speech bubbles add modern humor. This indispensable collection is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the power of myth.

Designed for use in front of the computer, this spiral-bound text offers a top down approach, showing students the completed project first, then leading them through its creation.

Originally published: London: Walker Books, c2015.

Whenever Granny comes to stay, she always talks about the time when she was little and it is through her memories that a little girl discovers how some things are always changing while others never change at all!

Marcia Williams captures the Great War through a child’s eyes with a fascinating fictional scrapbook including real mementos of the day. Meet ten-year-old Archie, his family, and best friend in a scrapbook Archie has made himself, full of comic strips and plenty of other memorabilia. The year is 1914, and as the Great War begins, Archie’s scrapbook reflects the war’s impact on his life and on those who write back from the front. Marcia Williams retains her humor and energy as she employs a new collage style to present an intimate and compelling view of the First World War and its era.

Step back into ancient India as Marcia Williams brings her inviting comic-book style to eight animal folktales that continue to enchant children today. Have you heard about the elephant and the dog who became not just unlikely companions, but the best of friends? Or the traveler whose greed for gold lures him straight into the scrawny tiger s trap? How about the talkative tortoise who can t keep his mouth closed to save his life? Drawing from three books of best-loved Indian folktales Hitopadesha Tales, Jataka Tales, and Panchantra Tales this graphic storybook collection, alive with kid-friendly illustrations, is infused with humor and warmth."

Presents the plays "As You Like It", "Antony and Cleopatra", "Richard III", "Twelfth Night", "King Lear", "The Merchant of Venice" and "Much Ado About Nothing" in a comic-strip form.

Hear all about Ancient Egypt from the great teller of tales, Rami the cat - history like it''s never been told before! Join Marcia Williams on a journey to Ancient Egypt. Explore the myths and wonders of this ancient civilization, meet Ra the creator, the cursed boy-king Tutankhamen and Cleopatra, the last pharaoh in these stories of mystery and adventure. Packed with jokes, comic illustrations and fascinating facts, this hugely entertaining fictional biography will make you look at the Ancient Egyptians in a whole new light!

Marcia Williams uses her own childhood momentos to create a diary of a nine-year-old girl in Britain during World War II.

Told in lively comic-strip style, this book relates the tale of Robin and his merry band. Youngsters can read how Robin becomes an outlaw, gets a ducking from Little John and encounters a disguised Maid Marian.

Using a comic book style, Williams presents Homer''s epic poems in an age-appropriate format. Full color.

Jane Austen’s beloved heroine Lizzy Bennet tells the story of Pride and Prejudice in her own words in an illustrated diary created by Marcia Williams. When Lizzy Bennet’s father gives her a diary, she fancies she will use it to write a novel, as her real life is exceedingly dull. Then the handsome Mr. Bingley moves to nearby Netherfield Park, and suddenly life is every bit as thrilling as a novel would be. Who will he dance with at the Meryton ball? Who is his haughty friend? Will Lizzy ever receive a marriage proposal? Readers will have to read her diary to find out! Marcia Williams offers a lively introduction to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice in a highly illustrated scrapbook-diary format, featuring such novelties as foldout notes from sisters and suitors, an elegant bill of fare, and an invitation to the ball.

Contains nine tales which feature characters such as - the Knight, the Miller, the Reeve, the Wife of Bath, the Summoner, the Clerk, the Franklin, the Pardoner and the Nun''s Priest.

Take your seats in the Globe Theatre as Marcia Williams presents 14 of Shakespeare''s most famous plays. From the heartbreaking tragedy of ''Romeo and Juliet'' to Puck''s hilarious escapades in ''A Midsummer Night''s Dream'', Marcia brings Shakespeare''s stories vividly to life.

Pip, a young orphan, has his life altered irrevocably by a strange chain of events - a terrifying graveside encounter with an escaped prisoner; a visit to a black-hearted old woman and a beautiful girl; an unexpected fortune from a secret donor. Escaping his poor background for London, however, he finds that he cannot run away from who he really is.