Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Poet X
Book SynopsisWinner of the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, the Michael L. Printz Award, and the Pura Belpré Award!Fans of Jacqueline Woodson, Meg Medina, and Jason Reynolds will fall hard for this astonishing New York Times-bestselling novel-in-verse by an award-winning slam poet, about an Afro-Latina heroine who tells her story with blazing words and powerful truth. Xiomara Batista feels unheard and unable to hide in her Harlem neighborhood. Ever since her body grew into curves, she has learned to let her fists and her fierceness do the talking.But Xiomara has plenty she wants to say, and she pours all her frustration and passion onto the pages of a leather notebook, reciting the words to herself like prayers—especially after she catches feelings for a boy in her bio class named Aman, who her family can never know about. With Mami’s determination to force her daughter to obey the laws of the church, Xiomara understands that her thoughts are best kept to herself. So when she is invited to join her school’s slam poetry club, she doesn’t know how she could ever attend without her mami finding out. But she still can’t stop thinking about performing her poems. Because in the face of a world that may not want to hear her, Xiomara refuses to be silent.“Crackles with energy and snaps with authenticity and voice.” —Justina Ireland, author of Dread Nation“An incredibly potent debut.” —Jason Reynolds, author of the National Book Award Finalist Ghost“Acevedo has amplified the voices of girls en el barrio who are equal parts goddess, saint, warrior, and hero.” —Ibi Zoboi, author of American Street
£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Parade of Elephants
Book SynopsisNew York Times–bestselling and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes follows five joyful elephants as they march from dawn to dusk.Trade Review“Kevin Henkes has demonstrated a knack for getting it right...and he shows it again with “A Parade of Elephants,” a simple book done up in macaron shades of raspberry, blueberry, lemon, cassis and pistachio...It’s clear, clean and cheerful.” — Wall Street Journal “Henkes’ latest tale for preschoolers focuses on five elephants whose daylong march provides opportunities for counting and exploring opposites. ...A muted palette and uncluttered yet nuanced compositions distinguish yet another winsome title from Henkes. Toddlers and grown-ups—snuggle up and enjoy.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Caldecott winner and fan favorite Henkes is back with a delightful new picture book. ...Henkes’s images are just as integral as the spare text. Done in a light, pastel palette, the five whimsical and expressive elephants speak for themselves. ...A must-purchase.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes again displays his understanding of preschooolers: hungry for new information and experiences but also needing a framework of solidity and comfort. ... Simply perfect.” — Horn Book (starred review) “With little more than well-placed dots and lines, Henkes conveys the elephants’ emotions and sense of accomplishment as the day turns to night. Well-executed and appealing, this book is a useful addition to preschool collections.” — ALA Booklist “There’s a sense of energy on every page...With clear, bold type sized for puzzling out letters, this spare offering will appeal to preschoolers who, like the elephants, are settling down into starry sleep.” — Publishers Weekly “A book that cries out to be picked up and petted and hugged…The softly musical flow of the text belies the delicate exactitude of the wordsmithing…the art turns the slightly individualized elephant poses into endearing choreography as the lines of elephants weave through the pages…high classic potential as a baby bedtime tale!” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “The versatile, ever-perceptive Henkes has created a beguiling book of pastel-colored pachyderms. . .The happy creatures demonstrate counting, a few apropos opposites like “over” and “under,” a dash of wonderous nighttime magic in the form of a shower of stars, and then—as always, parents will bless his name—the joy of settling down serenely to sleep after a full day.” — New York Times Book Review
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Parade of Elephants
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Gone to Drift
Book SynopsisFrom award-winning Jamaican author Diana McCaulay, Gone to Drift is a powerful voice-driven middle grade novel about family set in Jamaica.Lloyd comes from a long line of fishermen. Growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, Lloyd feels most at home with the sea and his grandfather, Maas Conrad, at his side. When his grandfather doesn’t return from a fishing trip, Lloyd fears he has gone to drift. The sea may be in Lloyd’s blood, but as he searches for his grandfather, he discovers a side of the ocean—and the people who use it—that he’s never known before. Told in the alternating voices of Lloyd and Maas Conrad, Gone to Drift is a moving story of family, courage, and the wonders of the oceans we call home.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fame Fate and the First Kiss
Book SynopsisFan favorite author Kasie West delivers an effervescent story about chasing your dreams and following your heart, perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Huntley Fitzpatrick. Lacey Barnes has dreamed of being an actress for as long as she can remember. So when she gets the opportunity to star in a movie alongside one of Hollywood’s hottest actors, she doesn’t hesitate to accept the part.But Lacey quickly learns that life in the spotlight isn’t as picture perfect as she imagined. She’s having trouble bonding with her costars, her father has hired the definition of a choir boy, Donavan Lake, to tutor her, and somewhere along the way she’s lost her acting mojo. And just when it seems like things couldn’t get any worse, it looks like someone on set is deliberately trying to sabotage her. As Lacey’s world spins out of control, it feels like the only person she can count on—whether it’s helping her
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Zach King My Magical Life
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Zach King Mirror Magic Zach King Trilogy
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ten Things We Did and Probably Shouldnt Have
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Naomis Too
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Book of Boy
Book SynopsisA Newbery Honor Book * Booklist Editors’ Choice * BookPage Best Books * Chicago Public Library Best Fiction * Horn Book Fanfare * Kirkus Reviews Best Books * Publishers Weekly Best Books * Wall Street Journal Best of the Year * An ALA Notable BookA young outcast is swept up into a thrilling and perilous medieval treasure hunt in this award-winning literary page-turner by acclaimed bestselling author Catherine Gilbert Murdock. The Book of Boy was awarded a Newbery Honor. “A treat from start to finish.”—Wall Street JournalBoy has always been relegated to the outskirts of his small village. With a hump on his back, a mysterious past, and a tendency to talk to animals, he is often mocked by others in his town—until the arrival of a shadowy pilgrim named Secondus. Impressed with Boy’s climbing and jumping abilities, Secondus engages Boy as his servant, pulling him into an action-packed and suspenseful expedition across Europe to gather seven precious relics of Saint Peter.Boy quickly realizes this journey is not an innocent one. They are stealing the relics and accumulating dangerous enemies in the process. But Boy is determined to see this pilgrimage through until the end—for what if St. Peter has the power to make him the same as the other boys? This epic and engrossing quest story by Newbery Honor author Catherine Gilbert Murdock is for fans of Adam Gidwitz’s The Inquisitor’s Tale and Grace Lin’s Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, and for readers of all ages. Features a map and black-and-white art by Ian Schoenherr throughout.
£9.85
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Axel the Truck
Book SynopsisLearn to read with Axel the Truck!Axel is a little truck with big, big wheels who loves exploring and adventure. In this My First I Can Read! book, Axel finds himself stuck in the mud and learns that sometimes you have to get really messy to have a whole lot of fun! Simple, declarative sentences, basic phonics, and bold illustrations make Axel perfect for emerging readers who love trucks and other vehicles that go. With a focus on transportation, bright artwork, and simple, declarative sentences, this is a great action-filled choice for newly independent readers. The playful illustrations will delight both parents and children!
£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Axel the Truck Field Trip
Book SynopsisLearn to read with Axel the Truck!Axel is a little truck with big, big wheels who loves exploring and adventure. In this My First I Can Read! book, Axel finds himself stuck in the mud and learns that sometimes you have to get really messy to have a whole lot of fun! Simple, declarative sentences, basic phonics, and bold illustrations make Axel perfect for emerging readers who love trucks and other vehicles that go. With a focus on transportation, bright artwork, and simple, declarative sentences, this is a great action-filled choice for newly independent readers. The playful illustrations will delight both parents and children!
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tangled in Time The Portal
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A convincing, compelling time-travel series rife with Tudor drama.” -- Kirkus Reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc American Heart
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Toms Midnight Garden
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Light Between Worlds
Book SynopsisWhat happens when you return to the real world after being in a fantastical one like Narnia? This YA debut by Laura E. Weymouth is perfect for fans of Melissa Albert’s The Hazel Wood and Lev Grossman’s The Magicians.Six years ago, sisters Evelyn and Philippa Hapwell were swept away to a strange and beautiful kingdom called the Woodlands, where they lived for years. But ever since they returned to their lives in post-WWII England, they have struggled to adjust.Ev desperately wants to return to the Woodlands, and Philippa just wants to move on. When Ev goes missing, Philippa must confront the depth of her sister’s despair and the painful truths they’ve been running from. As the weeks unfold, Philippa wonders if Ev truly did find a way home, or if the weight of their worlds pulled her under.Walking the line between where fantasy and reality meet, th
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Berenstain Bears We Love Our DadWe Love Our
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Black Enough Stories of Being Young Black in
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for AMERICAN STREET: “Mixing gritty street life with the tenderness of first love, Haitian Vodou, and family bonds, the book is at once chilling, evocative, and reaffirming.” -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: “Filling her pages with magic, humanity, tragedy, and hope, Zoboi builds up, takes apart, and then rebuilds an unforgettable story. This book will take root in readers’ hearts.” -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: “Zoboi urges us to examine the American dream to see if there is room within it to hold the ones we love.” -- Ebony MagazinePraise for AMERICAN STREET: “Zoboi’s stunning debut intertwines mysticism and love with grit and violence…Fierce and beautiful.” -- Booklist (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: “Will reach young readers regardless of their background.” -- Bulletin of the Center for Children’s BooksPraise for AMERICAN STREET: “A breathtaking story about contemporary America that will serve as a mirror to some and a window for others, and it will stay with anyone who reads it.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: “A poignant meditation on one girl’s struggle to find her way in a new world.” -- Nicola Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of The Sun is Also a Star and Everything, EverythingPraise for AMERICAN STREET: “Brimming with culture, magic, warmth, and unabashed rawness, “American Street” is ultimately a blistering tale of humanity. This is “Manchild in the Promised Land,” for a new generation, and a remarkable debut from Zoboi, who without question is an inevitable force in storytelling.” -- Jason Reynolds, award-winning co-author of All American BoysPraise for AMERICAN STREET: “Zoboi’s nascent storytelling gifts ensnare from page one. To this spellbinding voice of the next generation, I bow.” -- Rita Williams-Garcia, New York Times bestselling author and three-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Trace
Book SynopsisIn a debut novel that''s perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Erin Entrada Kelly, award-winning author/illustrator and educator Pat Cummings tells a poignant story about grief, love, and the untold stories that echo across time. Trace Carter doesn’t know how to feel at ease in his new life in New York. Even though his artsy Auntie Lea is cool, her brownstone still isn’t his home. Haunted by flashbacks of the accident that killed his parents, the best he can do is try to distract himself from memories of the past.But the past isn’t done with him. When Trace takes a wrong turn in the New York Public Library, he finds someone else lost in the stacks with him: a crying little boy, wearing old, tattered clothes.And though at first he can&
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Here in the Real World
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the highly acclaimed, New York Times bestselling novel Pax comes a gorgeous and moving middle grade novel that is an ode to introverts, dreamers, and misfits everywhere. Ware can?t wait to spend summer ?off in his own world??dreaming of knights in the Middle Ages and generally being left alone. But then his parents sign him up for dreaded Rec camp, where he must endure Meaningful Social Interaction and whatever activities so-called ?normal? kids do.On his first day Ware meets Jolene, a tough, secretive girl planting a garden in the rubble of an abandoned church next to the camp. Soon he starts skipping Rec, creating a castle-like space of his own in the church lot.Jolene scoffs, calling him a dreamer?he doesn?t live in the ?real world? like she does. As different as Ware and Jolene are, though, they have one thing in common: for them, the lot is a refuge.But when their sanctuary is threatened, Ware looks to the knights? Code of Chivalry: Thou shalt do battle against unfairness wherever faced with it. Thou shalt be always the champion of the Right and Good?and vows to save the lot.But what does a hero look like in real life? And what can two misfit kids do?
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Treasury Five Groovy Stories
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Berenstain Bears Just Grin and Bear It
Book SynopsisSince 1962, the Berenstain Bears family has charmed generations of readers with their wholesome stories and heartfelt lessons. Now the Bear family has some wisdom to share with kids of all ages! Each spread in this appealing 96-page paper-over-board book features a classic and often humorous scene from the beloved original storybooks. Fans young and old can travel back to Bear Country with Papa, Mama, Brother, Sister, and Honey and laugh and nod along at their words of wisdom, inspiration, and encouragement.This book is sure to be the perfect gift for someone who just graduated or reached a life milestone—or for anyone simply looking for a little piece of sensible Bear family enlightenment.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc I Hope You Get This Message
Book SynopsisIn this high concept YA novel debut that’s We All Looked Up meets The Sun Is Also a Star, three teens must face down the mistakes of their past after they learn that life on Earth might end in less than a week.News stations across the country are reporting mysterious messages that Earth has been receiving from a planet—Alma—claiming to be its creator. If they’re being interpreted correctly, in seven days Alma will hit the kill switch on their “colony” Earth. True or not, for teenagers Jesse Hewitt, Cate Collins, and Adeem Khan, the prospect of this ticking time bomb will change their lives forever.Jesse, who has been dealt one bad blow after another, wonders if it even matters what happens to the world. Cate, on the other hand, is desperate to use this time to find the father she never met. And Adeem, who hasn’t spoken to his estranged sister in years, must find out if he has it in him to forgive her for leaving. With only a week to face their truths and right their wrongs, Jesse, Cate, and Adeem’s paths collide as their worlds are pulled apart.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Monster Trucks Board Book
Book SynopsisMonster Trucks groan!Join Frankentruck, Zombie Truck, Ghost Truck, and more as they race to the finish line.Trade Review“These monster trucks really are monsters, and their race is sure to get cheering children on the edges of their seats...monster-truck fans won’t want to miss this Halloween showdown.” — Kirkus Reviews “Wragg creates some wicked vehicular hybrids...and eerie green skies and yellow moonlight set the stage for full-throttle Halloween fun.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “In the energetic rhyming text…the action never stops. Vivid colors and textures give the cartoony acrylic and digital illustrations a bold and lively (despite the undead) look.” — The Horn Book “Bright, bold illustrations bring characters like Zombie Truck, Frankentruck, and Werewolf Truck to life....with lots of movement in the text and on the pages, this is a quick seasonal storytime selection that is sure to be popular around Halloween. Monstrous fun!” — School Library Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Deepest Roots
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A heartwarming story of intergenerational sisterhood.” — Kirkus Reviews “The further into the story the reader delves, the more difficult it is to stop reading. This fascinating book will definitely appeal to fans of Maggie Stiefvater and Holly Black.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) “For fans of magical realism, mystery, and stories of friendship.” — School Library Journal “Asebedo’s debut novel is a must-read for fans of friendship-based books like the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series. Readers will be surprised and delighted by the characters, mysteries, and themes.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “Practical Magic meets prairie gothic in this elegant debut about the transcendent power of sisterhood.” — Natalie C. Parker, author of Seafire and Beware the Wild Asebedo deftly portrays a childhood friendship trying to find its footing in the throes of adolescence…while supporting the theme of women’s and girls’ strong relationships. — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books The Deepest Roots swept me away in a magic-dusted tale of friendship, family curses, and sacrifice. With plot twists and heartbreak aplenty, this book will grab ahold and not easily let go. — Stacey Lee, award-winning author of Outrun the Moon
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Out of Place
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stick with Me
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Drum Roll Please
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hazels Theory of Evolution
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The End and Other Beginnings
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Missing Season
Book SynopsisFrom the author of Edgar Award finalist Grit and The Lies They Tell comes a tense, atmospheric novel for fans of E. Lockhart and Marieke Nijkamp, about friendship, truth, and the creeping fears that can''t be outrun. Whenever another kid goes missing in October, the kids in the old factory town of Pender know what is really behind it: a monster out in the marshes that they call the Mumbler. That''s what Clara''s new crew tells her when she moves to town. Bree and Sage, who take her under their wing. Spirited Trace, who has taken the lead on this year''s Halloween prank war. And magnetic Kincaid, whose devil-may-care attitude and air of mystery are impossible for Clara to resist. Clara doesn''t actually believe in the Mumbler''not like Kinkaid does. But as Halloween gets closer and tensions build in the town, it''s hard to shake the feeling that there really is something dark and dangerous in Pender. Lurking in the shadows. Waiting to bring the stories to life.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hoax for Hire
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HarperCollins Albertalli B Leah on the Offbeat
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestseller! Goodreads Choice Award for the best young adult novel of the year!In this sequel to the acclaimed Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda—now a major motion picture, Love, Simon—we follow Simon’s BFF Leah as she grapples with changing friendships, first love, and senior year angst.When it comes to drumming, Leah Burke is usually on beat—but real life isn’t always so rhythmic.She’s an anomaly in her friend group: the only child of a young, single mom, and her life is decidedly less privileged. She loves to draw but is too self-conscious to show it. And even though her mom knows she’s bisexual, she hasn’t mustered the courage to tell her friends—not even her openly gay BFF, Simon.So Leah really doesn’t know what to do when her rock-solid friend group starts to fracture in unexpected ways. With prom
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Is Kind of an Epic Love Story
Book Synopsis~Lambda Literary Award finalist for the best LGBT YA novel of 2018~A fresh, charming rom-com perfect for fans of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and Boy Meets Boy about Nathan Bird, who has sworn off happy endings but is sorely tested when his former best friend, Ollie, moves back to town.Nathan Bird doesn’t believe in happy endings. Although he’s the ultimate film buff and an aspiring screenwriter, Nate’s seen the demise of too many relationships to believe that happy endings exist in real life.Playing it safe to avoid a broken heart has been his MO ever since his father died and left his mom to unravel—but this strategy is not without fault. His best-friend-turned-girlfriend-turned-best-friend-again, Florence, is set on making sure Nate finds someone else. And in a twist that is rom-com-worthy, someone does come along: Oliver James Hernández, his childhood best friend.Aft
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington 2 Dear Aunt Lucy
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stay
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann brings young readers a Pinkalicious I Can Read adventure that celebrates creativity and resourcefulness! Rock out with Pinkalicious and her friends in this Level One I Can Read. Pinkalicious and her friends want to start a band, but they don’t have any instruments! Pinkalicious will need to find a creative answer. When Pinkalicious realizes there are amazing sounds all around, she figures out what to do. Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Three Ways to Trap a Leprechaun
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Baby Says
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Athena Protocol
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Unicorns Missing Colors
Book SynopsisA magical unicorn adventure from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean!Pete the Kitty''s friend Stevie the unicorn somehow lost all the colors in her rainbow tail. It’s a good thing Pete has his magical paintbrush to help out. Together, they search for the missing colors of the rainbow.Young unicorn fans will love Pete''s enchanting adventure in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean.My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Monsterstreet The Halloweeners
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Mollys Pilgrim
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Last Things
Book SynopsisEverything I love in a book.—Victoria Schwab, author of #1 New York Times bestseller This Savage Song“The kind of taut, atmospheric thriller that gets your heart racing and sets your imagination on fire. Sensational.”—Claire Legrand, New York Times-bestselling author of FurybornFinalist for the Minnesota Book AwardNew York Times-bestselling author Jacqueline West captivates readers with a dark, hypnotic story about the cost of talent—and the evil that lurks just out of sight. Fans of Holly Black and Victoria Schwab will be mesmerized by this gorgeous, magnetic novel.High school senior Anders Thorson is unusually gifted. His band, Last Things, is legendary in their northern Minnesota hometown. With guitar skills that would amaze even if he weren’t only eighteen, Anders is the focus of head-turning admiration.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tiger Lily
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc You Are My Happy
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Cityscape
Book Synopsis Triangles and towers. Bricks and blocks. Engineering and art. A city has all those—and more! Acclaimed author and photographer April Pulley Sayre explores the basic STEAM concepts that are always just around the corner with striking photographs and a lyrical, layered text. Cityscape celebrates the science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics of urban life. April Pulley Sayre has turned her keen photographic eye to the art and architecture that fills every city. Stunning photographs illuminate basic STEAM concepts such as geometry (lines, angles, and shapes), transportation, power, building, construction, balance, and community, while also celebrating the beauty, diversity, and magic of human creativity and the written word. This informational picture book features a rich, read-aloud text, remarkable full-color photographs, and excellent backmatter. Cityscape is an ideal resource for teaching how art, science, and design intersect and an accessible, awe-inspiring choice for story time. Includes backmatter with information about the photographs and additional resources for STEAM activities.
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