Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories

Book SynopsisMeet Bibsy Cross, the precocious, regular-pegular eight-year-old whose pickle-jar terrarium habitat gets a little out of control in the third installment of this charming chapter book series.Most things are easy-peasy, regular-pegular for Bibsy Cross. She loves her parents, her cat, her best friend, Natia. She loves school and the library. And she loves to lend a helping hand.For their class project, Bibsy and her group must create a self-sustaining pickle-jar terrarium. That means the plants and bugs will live in a harmonious balance.But when things go a little off-kilter in the pickle jar, will Bibsy''s instinct to help out truly do good?

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Book SynopsisHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about The Bee Gees, the group that got the world dancing to their disco hits. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about The Bee Gees--the harmonizing brothers with hit songs including Stayin' Alive and Night Fever--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents who are fans of Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Willie Nelson • Beyoncé • Dolly Parton • Taylor Swift • Tony Bennett

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Book SynopsisThe middle grade horror debut from USA Today bestselling author Amalie Howard in which a girl stays with her grandmother in Trinidad for the summer and discovers that she comes from a long line of witches.Thirteen-year-old Darika Lovelace is in big trouble. The kind of trouble that means she?s being sent off to her grandmother in the Caribbean. She should be grateful,but instead she?s angry. Angry at her dad and step-mom for sending her away for an entire summer. Angry at her mom who went away and never came back.But the island is definitely not what she remembers! The minute she steps off the plane, strange things start happening, including being stalked by a baby iguana. When she meets a ragtag group of children on her Granny?s estate, she knows they are not what they seem, but after they promise to take her to her long-lost mom, she leaps at the chance.Thrust into an incredible adventure involving strange monsters, a supernatural silk cotton tree, and a mysterious maze, soon the truth about her unique magical roots comes to light. She?s the island?s only hope, but unless she learns to believe in magic, all will be lost.

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Book SynopsisWhat would you do if no one could see you? In this surreal adventure, a boy who is used to being overlooked literally becomesinvisible, only to realize there may be far more dangerous threats in his school than bullies.Sixth grade takes a turn for the weird when Hector Griggs discovers he has the ability to turninvisible. Sure, ever since Hector?s former best friend Blakestartedbullying him, he?s been feeling like he just wants to disappear…but he never thought he actually would. And then, Hector meets anotherinvisibleboy, OrsonWellington, who has an ominous warning: ?I?m stuck here. Stuck like this. It?s been years. The gelim?s hunting me and it?ll get you, too.?It turns out, there is more than meets the eye at St.Lawrence?sCatholic School for Boys, and if Hector is going to save Orson--and himself?from the terrifying creature preying on students? loneliness and fear, he?ll need to look deeper. With the help of a mysterious new classmate, Sam, can Hector unravel the mysteries haunting his school, and discover that sometimes it takes disappearing to really be seen?

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Book SynopsisThe witches are ready to go to war, but Jax and his friends are still searching for a path to peace. . . . In the epic series finale of Dragons in a Bag, friends and foes must unite to defeat the mighty Scourge before it drains all magic from the world.Jaxon could never have imagined the adventure that would start withan old witch called Ma andthree baby dragons shipped to Brooklyn.Ever since he returned the dragons to the magical realm of Palmara, Jax has searched for a way for humans and magical creatures to live in harmony. But despite his efforts, an ancient monster has been released. The Scourge has defeated the powerful Guardian of Palmara and set its sights on the human realm.It takes just one stray spark to ignite a war. With the Scourge now free to move between realms, the witches are preparing for battle. Can Jax and his friends put the flames out before it''s too late? Or will magic disappear from the world forever?

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling creators of How to Babysit a Grandma and How to Babysit a Grandpa comes a fun and adorable board book about how to welcome a new baby into your family!A new baby is coming! Do you know what to do? This heartwarming new addition to the bestselling How to... series is all about welcoming a new sibling into your family.Learn how to get ready for the baby, how to make the baby laugh, and how to help Mom and Dad when things get a little topsy-turvy. Follow along through the first year of baby's life, and learn How To... from the experts -- kids!Filled with charming role-reversal humor and creative ideas--and now available in a board book format--How To Welcome a New Baby will surely delight new siblings and growing families everywhere!

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Book SynopsisHow do you unmask your own killer when everyone wants you dead? A twisty thrillerwith a bloody ending you?ll never see coming.?Kelly Coon, author of GravemaidensRuby is a scholarship senior at elite Oleander High School with a chip on her shoulder and an attitude to match?which she puts to good use as the infamous local anonymous gossip blogger ReputationKiller. When she?s outed as the voice behind the account, the entire town turns against her.But after she?s scared witless by a vision of her own ghost dressed in a blood-splattered prom dress, she is faced with an awful truth. Someone out there doesn?t just hate her?they want her dead.With less than a week until the prom, Ruby starts investigating. Turns out Oleander Bay isn?t the picture-perfect resort town it appears to be. With so many secrets, scandals, and people hell-bent on covering them up at all costs, the murderer could be anyone. Can Ruby beat the clock counting down to prom?and her death?and survive the night?

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Book SynopsisA feminist coming-of-age comedy that followstheendless humiliations, unrequited obsessions, and all-consuming friendships of fifteen-year-old Evia Birtwhistle as she leads a body hair positive revolution at her school.Fifteen-year-old Evia Birtwhistle can?t seem to catch a break. At home, she must deal with her free-spirited mom, and at school she?s the target of ridicule for stating basic truths: like that girls have body hair!When her BFF Frankie?who has facial hair due to her PCOS?becomes the target of school bullies, Evia decides that enough is enough and creates the ?Hairy Girls? Club.?Leading a feminist movement at school is not easy. Boys often look at Evia like she?s a total weirdo, and the self-proclaimed ?smoothalicious? girls start their own campaign in retaliation. As Evia struggles with feeling strong enough to lead, and questions how to be a good friend to Frankie, she falls back on the best thing she has?hope. Her message is simple: We CAN make this world a more accepting, less judgmental place for girls to live in…one hairy leg at a time!

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Book SynopsisDeaths and disappearances pile up as a mysterious beast stalks the French countryside and two girls seize an unlikely opportunity that just might save them all?or serve them up on a platter.Step into this chilling, historical horror inspired by the unsolved mystery of the Beast of Gévaudan.When a series of brutal, mysterious deaths start plaguing the countryside and whispers of a beast in the mountains reach the quiet French hamlet of Mende, most people believe it?s a curse?God?s punishment for their sins.But to sixteen-year-old Joséphine and her best friend, Clara, the beast isn?t a curse. It?s an opportunity.For years, the girls of Mende have been living in a nightmare?fathers who drink, brothers who punch, homes that feel like prisons?and this is a chance to get them out.Using the creature?s attacks as cover, Joséphine and Clara set out to fake their friends? deaths and hide them away until it?s safe to run. But escape is harder than they thought. If they can?t brave a harsh winter with little food… If the villagers discover what they?re doing… If the beast finds them first...Those fake deaths might just become real ones.

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Book SynopsisIn the sweet and charming follow-up to the beloved picture book Harold Loves His Woolly Hat, little bear Harold is NOT ready to to go to sleep?and, just like kids everywhere, he makes every attempt to stay awake.Harold loves the springtime flowers.And spending time with friends on summer days.In the fall, he loves the bright, bold colors. But now winter is coming, and Harold will have to go to sleep...only he really doesn''t want to.Harold is determined to stay awake. So, with help from his friends the crows, he tries everything?from filling his belly with delicious berries to wearing cozy pajamas to keep him warm. Finally, snow starts to fall, and Harold finds he needs to rest his eyes, just for a minute. When he finally dozes off, the crows return?with his woolly hat?to snuggle up for some winter rest.All kids will see themselves reflected in this sweet, cozy read aloud about bears (ahem, kids) who are NOT ready to go to sleep.

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Book SynopsisA board book that introduces the youngest of readers to favorite Jewish foods ? such as blintzes, kugel, and gefilte fish ? brought to you by the musical band The Macaroons!What shapes do YOU see when you nosh?Dig in with the Macaroons as they rhyme their way through the shapes of your favorite Jewish foods, like triangular hamantaschen, circular bagels, square matzah, and more!Bright illustrations on each page celebrate favorite cultural traditions, in warm family scenes full of food and fun. It?s the yummiest way to introduce Jewish culture to babies and toddlers. And it''s a great gift for Jewish holidays!

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Book SynopsisA father and son team up to compete in an epic Minecraft tournament in this official novel!It’s a dream come true. Every year, only twenty-four kids in the entire state are selected to show off their Minecraft skills in the Southwest Regional Tournament. And Jett Warner just got his invitation.Here’s the catch: Nobody knows the rules ahead of time. Will it be Survival? Creative? A speedrun? Or maybe PVP? The only thing Jett knows is that he’ll need a partner. And he’ll need to expect the unexpected—well, that and a totally sweet all-expenses-paid trip to a mountainside retreat for a week. The winner’s reward? Life-changing. The competition? The best of the best. The partner in his corner? His sister, Dri, a total Minecraft expert. Wait, scratch that—Dri has a fever, and now Jett is going to have to team up with . . . Dad?! Sure, he taught Jett how to play, but that was years ago. And while Jett’s got his eyes on the prize, Dad’s more eager to hike the trails. As the games begin, the rules are revealed, and the twists keep coming. If the Warners want a chance to win, they’ll need to step up and perform as a true team—before their opponents take it all. So sharpen those swords, light your torch, and get ready to play. The Tournament awaits!

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Book SynopsisExperience the classic board game Candy Land like never before in this beautifully illustrated Little Golden Book!Venture into the whimsical world of Candy Land in this new Little Golden Book! Explore Lollipop Woods, race to Candy Castle, and meet beloved characters like Queen Frostine and Mr. Mint?all while going on a sweet adventure! This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for kids ages 2 to 5 and collectors of all ages!Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories. . . the classics of tomorrow.

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Book SynopsisAn action-packed Afrofuturist adventure about a mythical Ethiopianempire. Yared Heywat lives an isolated life in Addis Prime. Heis a star player of the underground augmented reality game, The Huntfor Kaleb's Obelisk. But when a change in the game rules promptsYared to log in with his real name, it triggers an attack thatrocks the city.

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Book SynopsisAn unforgettable picture book about the migrant experience as seen through a child's eyes.

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