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The Curse of Snake Island #1

Illustrated by Jennifer Zivoin
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The pirate ship’s first mate, Rotten Tooth, sees Pete and his friends more as an annoyance than pirates in training. As the ship heads toward Snake Island, Pete has an idea to earn some respect—if the kids can find the hidden treasure before the grown-ups, then they’ll have to be taken seriously! Only one problem: The treasure is guarded by a giant snake that curses anyone who looks in its eyes. Can the pirate kids find the treasure, earn the pirates’ respect, and escape certain death?
Brian James is the author of many children’s books, including the Pirate School series and the Catkid series. He is also the author of numerous novels, including Pure Sunshine, Perfect World, Dirty Liar, Thief, Zombie Blondes, and The Heights. James lives in Phoenicia, New York. To learn more, visit brianjamestheauthor.blogspot.com. View titles by Brian James
Jennifer Zivoin is a children’s book illustrator who has worked on many stories, including the Pirate School series and the Lily series. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators. Prior to taking up this profession, Zivoin worked as a graphic designer and creative director. She now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with her family. To learn more, visit jzartworks.com. View titles by Jennifer Zivoin

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The pirate ship’s first mate, Rotten Tooth, sees Pete and his friends more as an annoyance than pirates in training. As the ship heads toward Snake Island, Pete has an idea to earn some respect—if the kids can find the hidden treasure before the grown-ups, then they’ll have to be taken seriously! Only one problem: The treasure is guarded by a giant snake that curses anyone who looks in its eyes. Can the pirate kids find the treasure, earn the pirates’ respect, and escape certain death?

Author

Brian James is the author of many children’s books, including the Pirate School series and the Catkid series. He is also the author of numerous novels, including Pure Sunshine, Perfect World, Dirty Liar, Thief, Zombie Blondes, and The Heights. James lives in Phoenicia, New York. To learn more, visit brianjamestheauthor.blogspot.com. View titles by Brian James
Jennifer Zivoin is a children’s book illustrator who has worked on many stories, including the Pirate School series and the Lily series. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators. Prior to taking up this profession, Zivoin worked as a graphic designer and creative director. She now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with her family. To learn more, visit jzartworks.com. View titles by Jennifer Zivoin

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