The Words Of A Legend is a novel of mystery, suspense, and adventure for young readers. 13 year old Legend Rugger seems to have the ideal life: a loving family, good friends, and a future as a long-distance runner. However, his plan to compete in the Provincial Spelling Competition seems to lead to the unraveling of his life as certain words appear to take on a power of their own. Words on his list begin to fulfill their very definition and Legend is caught up in the bizarre and often frightening consequences. Who would have thought that studying certain spelling words could make them come true? Is it just a coincidence or is it possible that young Legend Rugger is responsible for Opulling downO onto himself, his friends, and the town of Jubilation Valley, a series of tragic events. A meteor, a runaway truck, tornadoes, wild dogs, and even an alligator emerge as the dramatic consequences with which Legend must contend, all because he studied his spelling.