Michael P. Spradlin's Resource Page for Teachers and Librarians

If you’re visiting my site, it’s already too late. I had you at hello. Or I had you at click-through as we say in the website biz. Personally I don’t see how, if you spend some time exploring my site, you won’t just automatically click on the order button. I mean look at it. It’s sitting right there practically calling to you. Order me! Order me! Hear that?

So why should you order or read or use my books in your classroom you ask? A very good question. And there’s a very good answer which is: words. That’s right: words. My books are full of them! Words that will make readers laugh, make ‘em wonder and make some go to the dictionary to see if they’re real. Also, since I write across a broad spectrum of literature, I have written something for virtually any age or reader. Who else can say that? Stephen King? I think not. James Patterson? Hah!

If you’re looking for picture books that will ideally fit into your history or social studies curricula, this is the place. Take a moment to check out The Texas Rangers: Legendary Lawmen or The Legend of Blue Jacket. Make sure you sign up for my newsletter to get notified about the forthcoming Daniel Boone’s Great Escape.

If you’ve got kids in your classroom or library craving page turning excitement, then you have to check out my Spy Goddess series (soon to be available in a fun, peppy Manga format as well!). Your students will love spunky heroine Rachel Buchanan, who is juggling homework, saving the world and trying not to wreck her manicure.

And if you don’t think your boy students will crack open Spy Goddess, (and do please remind them that there are plenty of martial arts and explosions!) then sign up for my newsletter and you’ll be notified when my new novel The Youngest Templar goes on sale in fall 2008. Already sold in over half a dozen foreign countries, The Youngest Templar follows a young squire to a Templar Knight who must return the Holy Grail safely to England. Along the way there are plenty of narrow escapes, evil doers on his trail, sword fights and all other sorts of cool stuff. So check back often for details.

Let me close by saying two important things. First, thank all of you for supporting me and encouraging your students to read my books. Your outreach to my readers is invaluable. Second, did you know that most places will give you free shipping if you order more than $25 worth of books?

I’m just saying.

Best,
Michael P. Spradlin

Are you studying the American frontier in your social studies curriculum? Are you looking for fun, exciting books that will actually keep your kids silent during silent reading? Then look no further. Whether it’s picture books telling exciting true stories from American History or an action-adventure novel that will keep kids turning the pages, check out Michael’s catalog for books that will appeal to someone if not everyone you know!

If you are a school or library and want to order either individual or multiple copies of my books, please know that almost all major library jobbers and educational wholesalers carry them, including Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Follet, and Mackin Library Services.

If you would like to contact the publisher directly for ordering information, please follow these handy links:

The Legend of Blue Jacket
Spy Goddess Series
www.harpercollins.com

Texas Rangers: Legendary Lawmen
Daniel Boone's Great Escape
www.walkeryoungreaders.com

The Youngest Templar (on sale fall 2008)
www.penguin.com

Beyond their entertainment value several of Michael’s books have also been used in various curriculums. See below for a complete list.

Accelerated reader titles
Spy Goddess: Live and Let Shop
The Legend of Blue Jacket

Books used in curriculums, or excerpted in textbooks
The Legend of Blue Jacket excerpted in McGraw-Hills 2008 edition 4th Grade Social Studies Text.

These books have received the following awards and honors.

Spy Goddess: Live & Let Shop

2006 Mystery Writers of America Edgar Award Nomination for Best Young Adult Mystery
2006 New York Public Library Best Books for the Teen Age Master List
2006 American Library Association Popular Paperbacks Pick of the Lists
2006-2007 Georgia State Book Award Nominee

Legend of Blue Jacket

2006-2007 Georgia State Book Award Nominee

As an author, I wouldn’t be where I am today without the help and support of teachers and librarians. You’ve read and recommended my books to your students and patrons. You’ve invited me to speak at your schools and libraries and you’ve helped spread the word in ways that I can only marvel at. So I would like to offer my biggest thank you by sponsoring this special contest just for you. Just sign up for my newsletter and you’re automatically entered. Why sign up for my newsletter you ask? Easy. That way I can let you know when I have new books out. Click here for more info, including my privacy policy. How do you enter? Easy. The form is below. And thank you again for your continued support.

Contest opens: May 6, 2008
Contest closes: August 1, 2008

The prize: An Advanced Reader's Copy of The Youngest Templar: Keeper of the Grail

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Why I am asking for your contact information:
By entering this special contest, in addition to getting a chance at a fabulous prize, you will also receive my special newsletter just for teachers and librarians, to provide you with information about my new book releases so you can make sure you get the materials you need. I promise not to share your information with anyone. Please see my privacy policy.

Also, unsubscribing to the newsletter is easy, and won't nullify your contest entry.

Thank you, Michael