Spirit Flyer Series by John Bibee

"Once there was a magic bicycle that found a boy," begins this tale of adventure and suspense. When John Kramer comes across an old, rusty Spirit Flyer bicycle, he finds it far from ordinary. First, the bike helps him save a neighbor's barn from burning. Then it brings him into conflict with the boys in the Cobra Club, a representative of Goliath Toys and other forces that not only want John's bike, but want it destroyed... more"Once there was a magic bicycle that found a boy," begins this tale of adventure and suspense. When John Kramer comes across an old, rusty Spirit Flyer bicycle, he finds it far from ordinary. First, the bike helps him save a neighbor's barn from burning. Then it brings him into conflict with the boys in the Cobra Club, a representative of Goliath Toys and other forces that not only want John's bike, but want it destroyed. While John learns about the Magic in the bicycle, every reader will be delighted as they join him for this fantastic ride. less

What would happen if someone decided to trick a whole town--by giving them toys? But not just any toys, you understand. Toys that had a powerful and sinister effect on their owners. And what if only two children knew the evil plot was in the works? The magic continues as John and Susan Kramar speed through this book of mystery and adventure. As the Fourth of July approaches, they know some scheme is brewing... moreWhat would happen if someone decided to trick a whole town--by giving them toys? But not just any toys, you understand. Toys that had a powerful and sinister effect on their owners. And what if only two children knew the evil plot was in the works? The magic continues as John and Susan Kramar speed through this book of mystery and adventure. As the Fourth of July approaches, they know some scheme is brewing. Armed only with bicycles that possess wonderful powers, their job is to find out what the plan is and stop it. less

Winner of a 1988 Christian Home & School C.S. Lewis Gold Medal award! Everyone wants to be Number One--the fastest, the smartest, the best looking. That's the way it was in Centerville. And the local toy store, run by Mrs. Happy, was all too willing to help by keeping track of all your points so everyone would know who was really on top. It was, after all, the only game in town. But Dan found himself at the bottom of this game. He was new in town and he had a limp... moreWinner of a 1988 Christian Home & School C.S. Lewis Gold Medal award! Everyone wants to be Number One--the fastest, the smartest, the best looking. That's the way it was in Centerville. And the local toy store, run by Mrs. Happy, was all too willing to help by keeping track of all your points so everyone would know who was really on top. It was, after all, the only game in town. But Dan found himself at the bottom of this game. He was new in town and he had a limp. With two strikes like that against him, there was no way he could win. No way, that is, until Mrs. Happy offered to make him the envy of every kind in town. Would he accept, or would he follow the Spirit Flyers bicycles of John and Susan Kramar? Would he win the game and lose the biggest prize of all? Find out in another exciting adventure of magic and mystery from John Bibee. less

Named a 1989 Lewis Honor Book by Christian Home & School! Uncle Bunkie, the clown, had every kid in Centerville buzzing. A new amusement park had opened just outside of town--Bicycle Hills. There were all kinds of games for anyone who wanted to have fun on a bike. There were other games too, like Caves and Cobras--games the chuldren weren't supposed to tell their parents about... moreNamed a 1989 Lewis Honor Book by Christian Home & School! Uncle Bunkie, the clown, had every kid in Centerville buzzing. A new amusement park had opened just outside of town--Bicycle Hills. There were all kinds of games for anyone who wanted to have fun on a bike. There were other games too, like Caves and Cobras--games the chuldren weren't supposed to tell their parents about. But as Halloween approached, children and adults begin to wonder if the fun of pretending was getting out of hand Once again John Bibee spins a fascinating take as the magic of Spirit Flyer bicycles contronts mysterious forces trying to take over Centerville. less

A Christian Home and School 1990 Top Ten Book! For Barry Smedlowe, Centerville would never be the same. Sloan Favor stole his clubhouse, then stole his party and finally stole his club members themselves. Everythign was falling to pieces. After the Halloween War, even the whole country seemed in turmoil. And the attempts of the ORDER Party to get the nation under control looked suspicious... moreA Christian Home and School 1990 Top Ten Book! For Barry Smedlowe, Centerville would never be the same. Sloan Favor stole his clubhouse, then stole his party and finally stole his club members themselves. Everythign was falling to pieces. After the Halloween War, even the whole country seemed in turmoil. And the attempts of the ORDER Party to get the nation under control looked suspicious. Were they trying to fix the elections? Why did they put all the people with Spirit Flyers bicycles in jail? With the holidays drawing near and problems getting bigger and more complicated, Barry felt all alone. He could hardly imagine that what seemed like the last Christmas would actually become his first. less

What's a family to do when the parents get in trouble and run away from home? That's the problem the Kramers faced. The whole family had decided to follow the way of Spirit Flyers. But Mom and Dad turned against them and joined the powerful and sinister Goliath Industries--who were taking over not only Centerville, but the country and the world as well... moreWhat's a family to do when the parents get in trouble and run away from home? That's the problem the Kramers faced. The whole family had decided to follow the way of Spirit Flyers. But Mom and Dad turned against them and joined the powerful and sinister Goliath Industries--who were taking over not only Centerville, but the country and the world as well. Would they come back? Would the children be able to forgive them? Would Grandfather Kramer? Would the runaway parents be able to forgive themselves? Here is a fast-paced adventure with an enduring message. less

Tiffany Favor, the most popular girl in Centerville, always dreamed of being a movie star. Her mother and father certainly did all they could to help her be the best. Now Goliath Industries was giving her her big chance. But it could mean putting her family and the whole town in danger. Goliath's plans for Tiffany bring to a climax their efforts to take over Centerville and the whole country... moreTiffany Favor, the most popular girl in Centerville, always dreamed of being a movie star. Her mother and father certainly did all they could to help her be the best. Now Goliath Industries was giving her her big chance. But it could mean putting her family and the whole town in danger. Goliath's plans for Tiffany bring to a climax their efforts to take over Centerville and the whole country. Here is the dramatic conclusion of the battle between the forces of the Spirit Flyers and Goliath Industries. less

When Grandfather Kramar was a boy, he couldn't stand his cousins. They teased him and called him names. But with his mom and dad both overseas because of World War II, John Adam was sent to live with his aunt, uncle and cousins on a farm near Centerville. He hated his life there. He wished his parents would come back. He wished he were home again--or anyplace else. Then John Adam got his wish. He went on a journey like none other he had ever had in his entire life... moreWhen Grandfather Kramar was a boy, he couldn't stand his cousins. They teased him and called him names. But with his mom and dad both overseas because of World War II, John Adam was sent to live with his aunt, uncle and cousins on a farm near Centerville. He hated his life there. He wished his parents would come back. He wished he were home again--or anyplace else. Then John Adam got his wish. He went on a journey like none other he had ever had in his entire life. Here is the amazing story of the first encounters between Spirit Flyers and the dark powers of the Deeper World, years before Goliath Industries ever arrived in Centerville. less