The Bones of Ghost Mountain

Join thirteen-year-old Gary Carter, his best friend, Coop, and his loyal canine sidekick, Russell, as they embark on an electrifying adventure on Mount Diablo, aka “Ghost Mountain.” When Russell unearths a bone during their hike, it's the perfect chance for Gary to ace his biology assignment. Little do they know, this bone holds the key to an incredible mystery.

With the help of a local anthropology student, Gary and Coop discover that the bone belongs to a human. Fueled by ambition and a sense of justice, the amateur detectives set off on a heart-pounding mission to uncover the deceased’s identity and bring closure to their family, dodging danger and finding jaw-dropping clues along the way. Get ready for a thrilling ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Can Gary and Coop crack the case, or will the case crack them? Excitement awaits!

Published: August 15, 2023
Publisher: Young Dragons
Imprint: Middle Grade Fiction
Genres:

Children's, Mystery

Tags:

middle grade

About the Author

Mark S. Waxman

Mark Waxman is a multiple Emmy Award winning writer/producer. He began his career as a CBS executive developing comedy and drama series, during which time he also wrote scripts for The Young and the Restless. After serving as CBS Vice President of Children’s Programming, Mark became Program Director of public television station KCET, where he also wrote, produced and directed over 400 hours of programming for PBS. He then enjoyed contracts with several Hollywood studios, writing and producing numerous prime time series, movies, specials and reality shows for network and cable television.

He created, wrote and produced the internationally acclaimed kid’s science series, Beakman’s World. From 2007-2022, Mark was the sole NBC writer for America’s most beloved and watched TV special, The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. His debut novel, The McVentures of Me, Morgan McFactoid, was endorsed by President Obama’s choice for National Teacher of the Year. His comedy novel, The Funny Kid, is the first book targeted to young adults that addresses the issues of childhood obesity. His 2023 novel, The Bones of Ghost Mountain, is a mystery thriller, which explores such lofty questions as: How will you be remembered after you die?

Mark was captain of the UCLA varsity fencing team and collegiate state saber champion.

Mark is blissfully married, has two sensational sons, two delightful daughters-in-law, and three inspiring grandchildren.