Slathbog's Gold, 1

Do you have the courage, the wits, and the skill to claim a dragon's hoard? If so, apply within . . .

The sign is small, tucked into the corner of Mr. Clutter's bookshop window: "Adventurers Wanted. Apply Within." No one but fifteen-year-old Alex Taylor even seems to notice it is there. And for Alex, who has wished for a change in his life, it is an irresistible invitation.

Upon entering Mr. Clutter's shop, Alex is swept away on an incredible adventure to a faraway land filled with heroic warriors, mysterious elves, and hard-working dwarves.

Alex becomes the eighth man in a band of adventurers seeking the lair of Slathbog the Red -- and evil dragon with a legendary treasure. Along the way, Alex and his new friends must battle dangerous trolls and bandits, face undead wraiths, and seek the wisdom of the Oracle in her White Tower.

Alex's adventure takes him to distant and exotic lands where he learns about courage, integrity, honor, and, most importantly, friendship.

Author: M. L. Forman
Publisher: Shadow Mountain
Published: 02/02/2011
Pages: 416
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.26h x 5.49w x 1.16d
ISBN: 9781606416815
Age Range: 10-13

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.7
Point Value: 15
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 129070 / Slathbog's Gold

About the Author
M. L. Forman was born and raised in Utah and now resides in the foothills of the western Rockies. Besides writing, his many other hobbies include fishing, camping, hiking, and almost anything that will allow him to enjoy the magic of nature.