Book description
Black Panther meets Percy Jackson in this action-packed and empowering middle-grade superhero series about a British-Nigerian girl who learns that her Afro hair has psychokinetic powers. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! Don't miss the second book in the series, Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels.I close my eyes, trying to push the power bubbling in me back down . . . Hairbands snap as my hair shoots out like superfine arrows, tearing through everything in its path.Onyeka has a lot of hair - the kind that makes strangers stop in the street. She's always felt insecure about her vibrant curls, until she makes an important discovery: she can control her hair with her mind!Her mother quickly whisks her off to the Academy of the Sun, a school in Nigeria where Solari - children with superpowers - are trained. But Onyeka and her new friends at the Academy soon have to put their powers to the test as they find themselves caught up in an epic battle . . . one that puts the future of all Solari at risk.Praise for Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun:'Exhilarating and original, Onyeka is the superhero you've been waiting for.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars'Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs 'An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.' L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency 'Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu's storytelling shines so bright you'll want the next instalment immediately.' A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief'An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.' Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain 'A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!' Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy'Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.' Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good'A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.' Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar'Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.' Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken'A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone's new favourite superhero.' Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear
Knuckles
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Pitfall
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Stud
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Screwtape
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Sly Bible
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Old Felix
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Undergrad Split
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
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InfinityInsight
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience