Doug Solter crée des romans captivants pour jeunes adultes, pleins d'évasion. Ses œuvres, souvent adaptées de scénarios, présentent un style narratif riche et une compréhension aiguë des désirs de la jeunesse. À travers ses histoires, il explore des thèmes d'aventure et de découverte, invitant les lecteurs à s'échapper du quotidien. Membre actif de la communauté des auteurs et illustrateurs de livres pour enfants, la passion de Solter pour le cinéma et les voyages insufflent à son écriture une énergie vibrante.
Miyuki, a sixteen-year-old girl from Japan, struggles with her identity after rejecting traditional expectations, leading her father to send her away. She finds herself part of the Gems, a team of four gifted teens working as spies for a secretive global organization called The Authority. Together, they face the challenge of preventing thousands of teens from becoming instruments of destruction, navigating their unique abilities and the complexities of their mission.
A groundbreaking discovery holds the potential to revolutionize the future and address pressing global challenges. As characters navigate the complexities of this innovation, they confront moral dilemmas and the implications of wielding such power. The narrative intertwines personal stakes with broader societal themes, exploring the impact of technology on humanity and the environment. Tension builds as they race against time, testing their resolve and ethics in a world on the brink of transformation.
Set against a backdrop of supernatural danger, Aiden thrives at school and cherishes his relationship with Bree while under the guard of a werewolf pack. As the looming threat of the Demons Skins approaches, the safety of their world is jeopardized, forcing Aiden and his allies to confront the impending chaos. This tale intertwines romance and suspense within a vivid paranormal landscape.
A young boy becomes the monarch of the United Kingdom of Hejaz after a terrorist attack claims his family. At just sixteen, Salah faces the dual challenge of protecting his kingdom from ongoing threats while navigating the complexities of leadership and survival in a dangerous world. As he grapples with his new responsibilities, he learns that falling in love with his target could have dire consequences, adding emotional turmoil to his already perilous situation.
Set against a backdrop of espionage, a sixteen-year-old girl from Saudi Arabia is recruited by a secret organization to become a spy, leveraging her academic prowess. Living with three other gifted girls, dubbed the Gems, they embark on perilous missions around the globe while balancing their academic responsibilities. As Nadia navigates this thrilling new life, she must confront the challenges of loyalty, friendship, and the pursuit of her dreams amidst the dangers of her assignments.
A cunning protagonist devises a meticulous plan to achieve his goals, navigating a web of challenges and obstacles along the way. As he encounters unexpected twists and turns, his determination is tested, revealing deeper themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of one's choices. The narrative unfolds with suspense and intrigue, inviting readers to explore the complexities of the character's mind and the impact of his actions on those around him.
After his "dream" girl rejects him, 16-year-old Aiden tries to commit suicide, yet mysteriously survives. Now the teen feels like a loser with zero possibility of finding a girl. Then during a rainstorm, the creepy teen girl at school with too much hair offers him a ride home. Bree Mayflower's act of kindness surprises Aiden as the two teens feel an attraction to each other that sparks a romance. Bree soon reveals her deep, dark secret to Aiden. Her family are werewolves hiding from the Demon Skins, a mysterious new enemy killing all the werewolf packs on earth. Aiden struggles with his girlfriend being a shifter while Bree struggles with helping her boyfriend whose lack of self-worth and cowardice puzzles a girl werewolf. Can she rely on him if the Demon Skins ever discovered her family? Will Aiden be there when she needs him? It would be so easy to just turn him into a fearless werewolf. But that bite thing is only a myth. All Bree can do is hope that the boy she loves will be strong enough to believe in himself when the time comes. MY GIRLFRIEND BITES is a paranormal urban romance with humor that will sometimes make you cringe. But in a good way. Young Adult Semi-Finalist. The Kindle Book Review's Best Kindle Book Awards for 2014
Is her spirit finally broken? Nineteen-year-old Samantha Sutton has risen to become one of the top drivers in Formula One, but that was before a horrible accident burned her face and broke her spirit. Now she questions herself, questions her future, and wonders if what she did to her father has cursed her for life. Manny's love for Samantha is unbreakable. He promises to support her, but his attention is diverted when a new threat promises to destroy the Wolert racing team forever. Can Samantha gain her confidence back and win the world championship? Will she even have a team to race for next season? CHAMPIONS is the final book in the SKID young adult racing series that features high speed action and engaging personal drama. If you want a character-driven story that grabs your heart from page one while giving you an emotional goodbye to your favorite series characters, then you'll love the last installment in Doug Solter's totally original young adult series.