Welcome to Superhero School

by Gracie Dix

Overview

Welcome to Superhero School! Join Oliver, Jess, and all their friends on a mission to destroy the power-hungry, evil villains of Vork. From subterranean sewers to lush jungle, from dinosaurs to dragons, our heroes will be pushed to their limits in ways they’d never imagined. Will their collective Powers—Flight, Morphing, Invisibility, Mind Reading, and more—be enough for them to overcome the malevolence of Vork? Or will they stumble over their own doubts and painful histories? This action-packed journey of friendship, hardship, and humor will take our heroes to thrilling new heights and a deeper understanding of their own place in the world. But will that be enough—or will Vork always be one step ahead?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781734510614
Publisher:	Toast Industries, LLC
Publication date:	03/07/2020
Series:	The Vork Chronicles , #1
Pages:	296
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.67(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Gracie Dix is a high school student and author. She has been writing since she could hold a pencil. When Gracie isn't writing, she can be found singing, creating art, participating in drama or theatre, volunteering, or playing tennis. She loves travel and is a loyal friend. Gracie lives in Dallas, Texas with her parents, Richard and Jennifer, her brother, Nate, whenever he is home from college, and her beloved dogs, Snowball and Sandcastle "Sandy."

Table of Contents

1. In Which There is a Fire

2. In Which the Twins Receive Twin Surprises

3. In Which Oliver Receives a Mission

4. In Which the Love Birds Receive a Missoni

5. In Which Darla Says Something Nice

6. In Which Oliver and Jessica Share an Alternate Reality

7. In Which Will and Jessica Make a Special Appearance

8. In Which Snowball Goes Through Puberty

9. In Which There are Two Sticky Situations

10. In Which Pet-Sitting Becomes Difficult

11. In Which This Could Be a Good Place for a Fire Trap

12. In Which There is a Fire Trap and a Man

13. In Which Rachel is Leashed and Help Arrives

14. In Which There Are Two Losing Fights and an Experiment

15. In Which a Mourner Remembers and Then Disappears

16. In Which a Boy is Healed and Power is Exchanged

17. In Which Nick is Taken and a Girl is Discovered

18. In Which an Unsuspecting Guardian Appears

19. In Which New Twins Get Exciting News

20. In Which There Has Been a Vortex Still

21. In Which a Dare Is Made That Saves Lives

22. In Which The Boss Is a Nuisance

23. In Which Damian Indirectly Challenges Avery

24. In Which Luke is Resilient and Stubborn

25. In Which There Are Many Breakdowns

26. In Which Spencer Decides to Be Helpful

27. In Which Oliver Reflects

28. In Which Wanderers Make a Discovery

29. In Which the Gang Comes Back Together

30. In Which Spencer Makes a Sacrifice

31. In Which Will Yells and Oliver Excels

32. In Which Mason Makes a Transformation

33. In Which Oliver Gives a Final Speech

34. In Which a New Journey Will Soon Begin

Editorial Reviews

Gracie Dix is ready to join the ranks of America’s next wave of great fantasy/adventure writers. Welcome to Superhero School is a page-turner where Oliver, Jessica, classmates and teachers take on supervillains and each other in wave after wave of densely-layered exploits. The book will leave you breathless and waiting for the sequel. Rick Vanzura, Chief Strategy and Business Develop Officer, GameStop; Former Executive VP and Chief Strategy Officer, Borders.

This well written novel for teens will keep your pages turning for sure! Welcome to Superhero School grabs you from the first page, takes you on a fantastical adventure with a diverse cast of characters, and leaves you wanting more. Gracie Dix is a gifted young author, who knows how teens speak and think. What I admire most about this book is that the characters must learn to accept themselves, work with others, and persevere in order to meet the many challenges they face. Filled with peril and unexpected twists, this novel had me imagining what the movie would look like. If you enjoy fantasy fiction, you will love Welcome to Superhero School! I can’t wait to read the sequel! Larry James, President and CEO, CitySquare. Author

House Rules: Insights for Innovative Leaders and The Wealth of the Poor.

Welcome to Superhero School starts with a blast and just keeps going! Every teen and young adult I know will love reading this amazing novel by first-time author, Gracie Dix. With twists and turns galore, our teen superheroes navigate controlling their awesome superpowers – as well as fighting evil and learning about family, friendships, and team work. Fast-paced and charmingly frantic with exciting plot twists on every page, this is a fun romp through a world we normally only see at the movies. Two thumbs up! Paige McDaniel,

President & CEO, Community Partners of Dallas

This is a story of superheroes, but it is also a story of friendship and perseverance. Again and again, the characters practice problem solving and never giving up. They learn that both asking for and accepting help are an important part of success. They learn that sometimes it’s hard to be a part of a team, and that you must learn to work together. They learn to value their differences and to celebrate each other’s successes. These are life lessons we all need to learn. That these lessons are wrapped into a fast-paced book filled with exciting adventures makes Welcome to Superhero School a sure hit for both readers and parents alike! Larissa Linton, Co-Founder, Heroes for Children

As a Theatre Educator and Director of Fine Arts, I am immensely impressed with this wonderful debut novel by a gifted young author. Welcome to Superhero School is fast-paced and loaded with characters who truly care for one another. The novel reads like a screenplay. I could easily see this becoming a graphic novel or comic book series. I think that adding illustrations would be a bonus as well, as the vivid writing causes the reader to visualize the characters and their actions. In conclusion, I am filled with amazement with this inaugural manuscript and look forward to seeing more from this creative and enterprising young author. Anné Hughes, Director of Fine Arts, Shelton School.

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