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The Night I Became A Hero (Story Keeping Series, Book 1) Kindle Edition

by A.R. Marshall (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 63 ratings
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Discover the Adventure of a Lifetime with Grandpa's Glowing Book Series - Perfect for Fans of Magic Treehouse and Chronicles of Narnia.

Welcome to the magical world of Story Keeping, where grandpa's glowing books come to life and young Riles, our hero, embarks on incredible adventures that will keep readers on the edge of their seats! In this action-packed series, Riles and his siblings dive into grandpa's books, helping heroes and learning what it means to be brave and heroic.

As a Story Keeper, Riles doesn't have superpowers, but that doesn't stop him from battling intergalactic pirates or helping a space dude recover his memory. The series is perfect for adventure-loving fans of the Magic Treehouse, with its humor and family-friendly, heartwarming stories.

Parents will appreciate that the Story Keeping series is clean, with no language, gratuitous violence, or romance. It's all about kids on adventure, facing fears, being brave, and caring for each other. The series has been known to "pull in" even the most reluctant readers, making it an excellent choice for parents looking to inspire a love of reading in their children.

Fans of the series have raved about the immersive and magical experience it provides, with one parent saying, "My son is in love, so happy to find a quality adventure book that keeps him reading," and another adding, "An immersive adventure that gave my daughter and I a magical experience."

If you're looking for a delightful and captivating adventure series for middle-grade boys and girls, the Story Keeping series is perfect. Don't miss the rest of the series, including Book 2: The Night We Met a Dragon, Book 3: Secrets Beyond the Nile, and Book 4: Dark Water Pirates.

Shelve this book under adventure books for kids 9-12 and adventure books for kids 8-10, chapter books for kids age 9-12 and chapter books for kids age 8-10, books for intermediate readers, books for reluctant readers, books and libraries, crack the case like a sleuth, and virtues and values.

This series is especially for fans of Adventures of the Black Hand Gang, Epic Zero, Get a Clue, Captain Underpants, Chronicles of Narnia, A to Z Mysteries, Dog Man, Boxcar Children, Encyclopedia Brown, Hardy Boys, Ballpark Mysteries, Video Games Featuring Exploration, and Video Games Featuring Puzzle Solving.

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  1. Reading age
    6 - 10 years
  2. Book 1 of 4
    Story Keeping
  3. Print length
    110 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    2 - 5
  6. Publication date
    February 6, 2017
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  8. Word Wise
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  9. Enhanced typesetting
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Reviewed by Rosie Malezer for Readers' Favorite

The Night I Became a Hero is the first children's book in the Story Keeping series, written and illustrated by A.R. Marshall. Whilst visiting with his grandfather one summer, Riles and his siblings, Sissie and Finn, are tucked into bed before being read a bedtime story from a magical book. Each time the hero of the story, Drift Elwick, finds himself in jeopardy, Riles, Sissie, and Finn strongly react, which in turn causes something rather odd to happen inside the story being read to the children. Mid-way through the action-packed tale, Riles is pulled into the book and quickly finds himself having to think fast in order to keep both himself and his co-star safe from the story's villains. With careful decision-making and a helping hand from his siblings, Riles and Drift manage to escape death, whilst forging a magical friendship along the way.

One of the most unusual, yet exciting books I have ever read, The Night I Became a Hero is an incredible start to this children's book series. It is written in a style which is almost akin to the 'choose your own adventure' stories of the 1980s, where the reader determines the fate of the characters involved. With a combination of suspense, action, comedy and more, A.R. Marshall's book is extremely well-written, pushing children's fiction to its absolute limits, whilst creating a unique interactive-style tale which can easily be enjoyed by all ages. After reading The Night I Became a Hero, I found myself wanting to read more from this author, whose penmanship is quite extraordinary. I recommend The Night I Became a Hero to young readers aged 4-12 years, who have ever wanted to be the hero in their own action-adventure.

About the Author

Who doesn't love a good story? My parents wove incredible tales at bedtime and around campfires. I caught my mom's passion for writing pretty early. The result? A wild imagination. I write to ignite imagination in my own kids and other readers.
The Story Keeping Series captures the excitement of bedtime stories I remember as a kid. As Riles, Sissie, and Finn jump under the sheets in their bunks, I can picture the quilt on my childhood bed. As they hang on grandpa's every word grandpa, I can see mom or dad at the foot my bed reading to my brother and me. Grandpa guides and mentors these young heroes, teaching them to save the happy ending - it's the art of story keeping. The twists and turns will "tickle the hair in your ears." Just like they tickled ours so many years ago.How did I end up spinning these tales? A few standout teachers - Mrs. Orona (4th), Mrs. Avery (11th), and Dr. Joliff (undergrad) - tricked me into thinking I could do anything - especially writing. It's taken years for these stories to move from mind to page. As they do, they grow more - characters choosing their own way. I loved this partnering - between my own ideas, and the lives characters take on. They live in a world similar to mine - where good and evil battle for the hearts and minds of us all. As the children work to save each book, I learn about their place in this broader battle - to become heroes who make a difference in a broken world. Like Riles, I want to be a little more heroic when the sun sets. How about you? Want to be heroic? What's stopping you? -Aaron (1976- )---A R Marshall earned graduate degrees in Philosophy (MA) and Education (PhD). He's worked as a teacher, school administrator, leadership consultant, small business owner, NPO founder, and zoo executive. Aaron lives with his wife and three kids in sunny Santa Barbara, CA, in a turn of the century craftsman, between mountains and sea. Yes, he knows he is spoiled.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01N5XQS1M
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (February 6, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1369 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 110 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1540583392
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 63 ratings

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Who doesn't love a good story?

My parents wove incredible tales at bedtime and around campfires. I caught my mom's passion for writing pretty early. The result? A wild imagination.

I write to ignite imagination in my own kids and other readers.
The Story Keeping Series captures the excitement of bedtime stories I remember as a kid. As Riles, Sissie, and Finn jump under the sheets in their bunks, I can picture the quilt on my childhood bed. As they hang on grandpa’s every word grandpa, I can see mom or dad at the foot my bed reading to my brother and me.

Grandpa guides and mentors these young heroes, teaching them to save the happy ending - it's the art of story keeping. The twists and turns will “tickle the hair in your ears.” Just like they tickled ours so many years ago.

How did I end up spinning these tales?

A few standout teachers - Mrs. Orona (4th), Mrs. Avery (11th), and Dr. Joliff (undergrad) - tricked me into thinking I could do anything - especially writing. It’s taken years for these stories to move from mind to page. As they do, they grow more - characters choosing their own way.

I loved this partnering - between my own ideas, and the lives characters take on. They live in a world similar to mine - where good and evil battle for the hearts and minds of us all. As the children work to save each book, I learn about their place in this broader battle - to become heroes who make a difference in a broken world.

Like Riles, I want to be a little more heroic when the sun sets.

How about you? Want to be heroic? What's stopping you?

-Aaron (1976- )

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A R Marshall earned graduate degrees in Philosophy (MA) and Education (PhD). He's worked as a teacher, school administrator, leadership consultant, small business owner, NPO founder, and zoo executive. Aaron lives with his wife and three kids in sunny Santa Barbara, CA, in a turn of the century craftsman, between mountains and sea. Yes, he knows he is spoiled.

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Barbara Mojica
5.0 out of 5 stars EVEN A HERO SOMETIMES NEEDS HELP
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2019
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Riles, Sissie, and Finn are three siblings who enjoy spending a week each summer at their Grandpa's house. One of the things they love most about their grandfather is that fact that he is a wonderful storyteller. Each night he sits in his rocking chair and entertains them. But this summer, the children learn what it means to be a story keeper and that sometimes even heroes need help to save a happy ending.

This evening Grandpa brings in a book that glows, vibrates, and even has the ability to suck outsiders into the story adventure. As Grandpa begins reading in the middle of the book, the children learn that Drift is an imprisoned spy on a spaceship traveling through space. Captain Ketos and his robots are trying to steal water and take over the planet Earth. At first, Drift can't remember why he was imprisoned or what his mission could be.

As the story evolves, magical bits of paper drop clues from the ceiling. Drift meets a fellow prisoner named Lark. Is she a friend or a foe? Once he remembers his mission, how will he escape to carry it out and rescue Earth? Riles will disobey his grandpa and eventually be physically transported into the book. Can Riles' family manage to save him?

I love the fact that readers become an interactive part of the adventure to save the hero. The book has lots of twists and turns to keep readers surprised and mesmerized. This book is targeted for readers in grades three through six, but it certainly kept my interest all along the way. The length of fewer than 150 pages is perfect for reluctant readers. Highly recommended for adventure, sci-fi and interactive book fans.
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Madam Vivi
5.0 out of 5 stars Won Over Screen Time!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2021
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My children [6 year old boy & 8 year old girl] chose hearing the next chapter OVER screen time! [...and they do not get a lot of screen time.] I believe that says it all.
One con--There are more spelling errors than I normally see in a book.
We are on the fourth in the series and have enjoyed all four.
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Kirsten Axberg
5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Read!
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2017
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Please take the time to check out this wonderful book. It's filled with adventure, suspense, courage, and bravery. Stories need protecting so join Riles, Little Finn, and Sissie on their adventures to save story time. This book won't disappointment. Teachers there are discussion questions and this imaginative book can be used to teach/introduce themes. Check it out now! Author A.R. Marshall has the gift of writing and I hope my class gets to read more of his adventures. Keep them coming!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for kids I've ever read
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2017
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In an age where quality time with children can be hard to create or come by, Story Keeping gave my daughter and I such a magical experience. It was an immersive adventure where we couldn't wait to see what plot twist was coming next. Aaron Marshall has a gift of creating characters and a storyline that immediately makes you invested in what happens. This is the start of something special.
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DJL
4.0 out of 5 stars A Solid 2nd-5th Grade Book (Enjoyable for Adults Reading to Children)
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2017
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A solid 2nd - 5th grade book (also enjoyable for adults reading it to kids). I read this book directly after reading a Konigsburg book which puts the first time author at a bit of a disadvantage, but The Night I Became a Hero is a good story, the price is right, and possibly there's just a little more to the story that will leave adults thinking, too. I bought both book 1 and book 2 of the Storykeeping series. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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Bob
5.0 out of 5 stars MOST ENJOYABLE READ
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2017
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This is a most enjoyable adventure book for young kids and even an old “kid” like me. It is written with a special interactive style that pulls you into the story. I am looking forward to sharing this and future books with my grandchildren. Keep up the good story telling.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Action packed adventure for all age readers!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2017
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This story is written in clean, clear language that is acceptable for all. I am a Grandmother of 5, from grown teens to young and all can interact with story characters, male or female, anyone can be a hero! Great job, Aaron! Keep the Story Keeper adventures coming!
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KBirchler
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy 10 year old!
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2020
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Our son needed a book for a school project and he loved this! He asked immediately for the next in the series!
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