{"title":"Sylv Chiang","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the engaging world of Sylv Chiang, an acclaimed author known for captivating children's books that blend engaging storytelling with the vibrant world of video gaming. Chiang's \u003cem\u003eCross Ups\u003c\/em\u003e series is a perfect introduction to her work, offering a delightful mix of friendship, competition, and personal growth that resonates with young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eAnyone's Game\u003c\/em\u003e, the second book of the series, Chiang delves into the complexities of teamwork and rivalry. The protagonist, Jaden, navigates the highs and lows of gaming competitions, learning valuable life lessons along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe adventure continues in \u003cem\u003eRising Star\u003c\/em\u003e, the third book, where themes of ambition and perseverance come to the forefront. Here, Chiang masterfully portrays the challenges and triumphs of striving for success both on and off the screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylv Chiang's books are a splendid blend of entertainment and education, making them a perfect choice for young readers eager to explore exciting stories and relatable characters. Dive into Chiang's collection and inspire the young gamers and readers in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"anyones-game-cross-ups-book-2-by-sylv-chiang-9781773210469","title":"Anyone's Game (Cross Ups, Book 2)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe continuing adventures of Jaden and his friends as they try to master the video game \u003cem\u003eCross Ups\u003c\/em\u003e while navigating life in middle school.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's up with Cali? Why does she keep changing her gamer tag?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's summertime, and even though his good friend Cali moved to another city, Jaden can connect with her online almost every day to play their favourite game, \u003cem\u003eCross Ups\u003c\/em\u003e. His mum has loosened her rules on how often he can play, and he has an amazing new controller that will make him even better at tournaments. But then he gets roped into a dorky summer camp with his buddy Hugh, and Cali starts acting really weird...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo when a last-minute tournament spot opens up in Cali's city, Jaden jumps at the chance to go. But things go badly from the start. Jaden loses his controller on the train, and his reunion with Cali is awkward. 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He'll get to go with his best friend, Cali, they'll be in New York City, and best of all, he'll meet his idol and the greatest gamer of all time, Yuudai Sato. But he's got no time to practice, and worse, his signature moves no longer work. His trip starts to feel less and less exciting, and more and more like one big problem. Jaden has to come up with some solutions — fast. 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