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Mik Murdoch, Boy Superhero Kindle Edition

by Michell Plested (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Mik Murdoch is just a regular, everyday kid...until he decides it is his destiny to become a superhero. But, just how does one become a superhero anyway? Mik doesn't have any of the normal things that would fulfill his dream; he doesn't have special powers, nor billions of dollars or technology. He isn't even the world's greatest detective.

It shouldn't be all that hard though, should it? People get super powers in the comic books all the time.

So Mik tries everything he can think of to get powers. Radioactive bugs, super powered armour, even putting on a cape so he can fly.

Will he get super powers? Are there villains to battle? Does his small town of Cranberry Flats even need a superhero? So many questions.

The biggest on of all? Is the world ready for Mik Murdoch, Boy Superhero?
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 18 years
  2. Print length
    228 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    May 31 2016
  5. Page Flip
    Enabled
  6. Word Wise
    Enabled
  7. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
  8. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
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Every kid wants to be a superhero. Who hasn't tied a cape around their neck and jumped off a table or chair? Mik Murdoch, Boy Superhero embodies that desire and more in all of us."--Alan Hitchings

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01GGSXJCA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Evil Alter Ego Press; 2 edition (May 31 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 403 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 228 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 8 ratings

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Michell Plested

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Michell (Mike) Plested has been reading Science Fiction and Fantasy since he was six years old and writing for almost as long. He is an author, blogger and podcaster living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He writes in multiple genres spending most of his time with Science Fiction, Fantasy and YA Adventure.

He is the host of the writing podcast “Get Published”, a 2009 and 2011 Parsec Finalist and the Science Fiction Comedy podcast GalaxyBillies that has been called “Hitchiker’s Guide to the Galaxy meets Beverley Hillbillies” by his listeners.

Mik Murdoch, Boy Superhero is Michell’s first published book.

Michell is also completing work on the anthology "A Method to the Madness: A Guide to the Super Evil" with editing partner Jeffrey Hite.

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Kim
5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Enjoyable Read!
Reviewed in Canada on April 23, 2014
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It took no time at all to get caught up in Mik's adventures, and I couldn't put it down! I would actually laugh out loud while reading about Mik's attempts to gain super powers...it's obvious that Mr. Plested has a real grasp of a young man's imagination!
I really appreciated the lessons learned and the good message the book left the reader with, as well as the fact it could be enjoyed by both boys and girls alike.
I look forward to the next installment, and can't wait to see what adventures Mik has next!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!!
Reviewed in Canada on December 6, 2016
Michell Plested is a great writer and Mik Murdoch: Boy Superhero is a type of story my son can connected to and which makes it more interesting for him.

Aside from how interesting, adventurous full of laughter and fun was this book it has for sure developed interest in reading for my son. Being a 7 year old he was always hesitant to read something that has more than 150 pages and don’t have pictures he thought it wasn’t his level, but when he started reading Mik Murdoch, Boy Superhero he couldn’t stop reading. Because the book is so interesting and he can connect himself with all the events he couldn’t stop reading and within two days he finished the whole 228 pages book. It was a big accomplishment for him and the credit goes to Michell Plested for writing such beautifully that had attracted his interest.

Don’t think 6 or 7 year old are too young to read this, once you introduce this book to them I am sure they will be hooked to it. He has started reading “the Power Within” and looking forward to read “Crisis of conscience”
I want to thank Michell Plested for writing such a fun book that is truly enjoyed by my son and encouraged him to develop reading habit.
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Barbara
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is laugh out loud funny! I enjoyed reading it myself
Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2016
This book is laugh out loud funny! I enjoyed reading it myself, and to my children. With its quirky twisty and turns as Mik goes from one crazy adventure to another, the surprising addition of fantasy makes it a great read! It's a must-read, not only once, but again and again! Sure to be a family favourite!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the classroom!!
Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2012
Being a Grade 3 Elementary teacher, I am constantly searching to find an appropriate novel to read to my class. As I consider a book, I need to look at several things - like language used, length, appropriate age level - but more importantly, interest for both girls and boys. When I read Michell Plested's, Mik Murdoch: Boy Superhero to my class, they discovered what I already knew from my preread - a perfect fit. Michell's story of a young boy wanting to be a superhero and protect his family and his town of Cranberry Flats from the bad guys, is something my students could connect to. As a child, who doesn't dream of having superpowers - super strength, the ability to fly or leap over tall buildings? Michell's story is wonderfully written, painting wonderful, descriptive pictures that my students had no problems imagining. They followed Mik's escapades with eager ears, always wanting me to "Just read one more chapter!". The problems that Mik faced (bullies, not being sure who to talk to, facing new situations) were situations that my students could easily relate to. On more than one occasion, I would stop reading so as a class, we could have a discussion to decide if Mik was on the right path or if he should do something different. Overall, we all enjoyed Mik Murdoch, and I know from my student's reaction, this book will be one that I read to my class each year.
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Denna Holm
5.0 out of 5 stars Let the adventures begin!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2012
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Mik Murdoch is just like any other nine-year-old boy; after watching the amazing Spiderman he decides he wants to be a superhero. But how does a superhero get his power? Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider. Superman came from another world . . . .

And so the quest begins.

With his trusty dog Krypto by his side he begins to hunt for a way to kick start his superpowers and manages to get into all sorts of amusing trouble along the way. As the search continues, he runs into people in trouble in the community and in his heart he knows he has to stop and do what he can to help. The last is not something every nine-year-old boy or girl is so willing to do and this is what sets Mik apart from most of the others.

In an age where violence, darkness and bad attitudes are the norm it can be difficult to choose a novel for our young children to read. When I was a child, the novels to read were the "Little House" books by Laura Engles Wilder. I remember wishing I was Half Pint as I read about one adventure after another. Mik Murdock reminds me a great deal of the young Laura Engles, in that he cares about his family and friends, often putting their needs above his own. But he doesn't always do exactly as he's told, and this works to get him into trouble. I hadn't planned to read straight through when I picked up the story, but that's exactly what I did. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a novel so much. It is easy to imagine the younger generation eagerly waiting to see what Mik will be up to next. Well done to the author Michell Plested! He has managed to hook this big kid-at-heart.
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Dan Absalonson
5.0 out of 5 stars So many fun adventures and so many laughs!
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2012
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This book was awesome. I bet Michell had a lot of fun reliving parts of his youth writing this book. There are some great adventures in here, and tons of them, which makes it a really fun read. I can't wait to read this to my kids once they're old enough. Not only do I know they'll love it for the entertainment and laughter, but it has great moral lessons tied in to the adventures as well. Parents should read this to their kids, or better yet buy it for them and put it on their device or on their shelf. I think this is a great book for kids, and adults who are kids at heart like me. I laughed out loud so many times reading this book. The humor is brilliant. I've also read Michell's science fiction novel that's available at [...] called Galaxy Billies which had me rolling with laughter, and I now know that his sense of humor will always keep me coming back for his next book. The dude can also write up some super fun adventures. Some of my favorite parts were before the adventures too, when the character was making plans and preparations. That's all I'll say because I don't want to spoil anything. I'm so glad I bought this one, it was really fun and I can't wait to share it with my kids so I can read it again!
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Richard Green
5.0 out of 5 stars The book I wish I could have read as a boy
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2012
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When I read the title, I thought the story was going to go in a different direction. I was pleasantly surprised; so much so that I powered through it. Only the need for sleep kept me from reading it in one sitting.

Michell Plested has crafted a wonderful tale about a young man who has chosen to become a hero and learns what that means for him.

The typical superhero is someone who reacts to the pain of deep loss. Michell has taken a different route that I really appreciate. We are transported to a small town rather than a dark gritty city. But the lessons learned may be ones we all should pay attention to.

This is a great book for pre-teen readers in that most chapters are almost like their own episodic story as part of the large tale. This novel keeps your attention without overly flashy. That being said, this 40+ year old loved it too. Now I'm just waiting for the sequel (though I may re-read this sooner than that).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2012
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This is one great read from beginning to end for any young american. It's just awesome, and I can't wait for the sequel.
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