Tom McGowen Books

Magician's Challenge

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The magician Armindor and his young apprentice Tigg travel south to their home city of Ingarron to continue humanity's battle against the intelligent ratlike creatures known as reen, who lurk in ma...

The Shadow of Fomor

By Tom McGowen

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Twelve-year-old Rick, visiting his cousin Moira in Ireland, is transported with her into the Middle Kingdom, last haven of the Old Magic, where powerful evil creatures plan to seize total control o...

A Question of Magic

By Tom McGowen

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When creatures from beyond the sky threaten to destroy the five intelligent races of ancient Earth and the mages of the land cannot agree on a plan, twelve-year-old Lithim and his father come up wi...

Album of reptiles

By Tom McGowen

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Discusses the characteristics of reptiles including snakes, turtles and lizards.

Album of whales

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Introduces various types of whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

Album of rocks and minerals

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Describes the formation and uses of the world's leading minerals.

Album of birds

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Discusses the evolution of birds from reptiles, the way of life of different types of birds, the adaptation of species to their niches, the care of baby birds, and migration.

Album of prehistoric man

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A brief introduction to the evolution and characteristics of prehistoric people from apelike prehumans to modern man.

Album of sharks

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A general introduction to sharks with specific descriptions of twelve different kinds.

Album of reptiles

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Discusses the characteristics of reptiles including snakes, turtles and lizards.

How to Convert ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 (and Vice Versa): A Complete Guide

If you’re in the world of books—whether as a publisher, librarian, bookseller, or avid collector—you’ve likely come across the terms ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Understanding these formats and knowing how to convert between them is essential for maintaining consistency and compatibility in book records. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about ISBN conversions, step by step.

What is an EAN and How Does it Relate to an ISBN?

If you’ve ever purchased a product online or in a store, you’ve likely come across a barcode. Behind these barcodes lies a standardized system that makes modern commerce possible. Two key codes often encountered are the EAN (European Article Number) and ISBN (International Standard Book Number). But what are they, how are they connected, and why are they so crucial? Let’s explore.