and "Work for the CIA and battles against bullies, Nazi's, and enemy armies. Travel to distant and strange lands in search of treasure and new friendships while exploring the mysteries of CISS-STORIES.Take an unforgettable journey and learn about becoming an adult. Face difficult situations and fulfill one's dreams. Surf wild waves and save the world from destruction. Foil criminals and kings and deal with magical creatures.Overcome personal tragedies and find a place to be loved in CISS-STORIES. Read seventeen different stories from seventeen writers and enjoy passion and adventure through the eyes of teenagers.CISS-STORIES is a compilation of stories written by eighth grade students at Concordia International School Shanghai and organized for publication by Terry Umphenour. The stories represent the final works of a yearlong writing project. All stories are published with the consent of the students and Concordia International School Shanghai. and "