Children’s / Teenage fiction: Science fiction

Book SynopsisHuge laughs and great science?the kind of smart, funny stuff that makes Jon Scieszka a legend. ?Mac Barnett, author ofBattle Bunny and The Terrible TwoMore clever science experiments, funny jokes, and robot hijinks await readers in book two of the New York Times bestselling Frank Einstein chapter book series from the mad scientist team of Jon Scieszka and Brian Biggs. The perfect combination to engage and entertain readers, the series features real science facts with adventure and humor, making these books ideal for STEM education. This second installment examines the quest to unlock the power behind the science of energy.Kid-genius and inventor Frank Einstein loves figuring out how the world works by creating household contraptions that are part science, part imagination, and definitely unusual. In the series opener, an uneventful experiment in his garage-lab, a lightning storm, and a flash of electricity bring Frank?s inventions?the robots Klink and Klank?to life! Not exactly the ide

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Book SynopsisTHE BEST VIDEO GAME YOU EVER PLAYED . . .Daniel X is one of the greatest superheroes ever to walk planet Earth. He has defeated a host of evil-doers on The List of Alien Outlaws, and now he''s ready to raise the stakes on his next impossible mission - by eliminating two criminals at once.. . . IS THE WORST THING THAT HAPPENED TO PLANET EARTH.Tokyo is the stomping ground of a pair of sadistic shape-shifters at the helm of a massive video-game enterprise. And their next addictive game release is about to control the minds of kids all over the world. But this deadly duo also has an appetite for endangered extraterrestrial species, and they plan to make Daniel the main course of their next feast. Can he escape their skewers - or will it be game over for the Alien Hunter?LET THE COUNTDOWN TO EXTINCTION BEGIN.

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Book SynopsisAdelina Amouteru''s heart is set on revenge. Now known and feared as the White Wolf, she and her sister flee Kenettra to find other Young Elites in the hopes of building her own army. Her goal: to strike down the Inquisition Axis, the white-cloaked soldiers who nearly killed her.But Adelina is no heroine. Teren Santoro, leader of the Inquisition, wants her dead. And her former friends at the Dagger Society want to stop her thirst for vengeance. Adelina struggles to cling to the good within her. But how can someone be good, when her very existence depends on darkness?Trade ReviewA Game of Thrones meets X-Men in this 14th-century fantasy from Marie Lu (the Legend trilogy), in a world where 'fear is power.' ... The overriding epic fantasy will keep readers hooked for book two, which teases to be a game-changer. Bring it on. * Shelf Awareness *Original and sobering, Adelina is an antihero of nigh-unremitting darkness: an unusual young woman in the mold of such archetypes as Lucifer, Macbeth, and Darth Vader * Kirkus Reviews *Adelina's power is that she can create illusions so detailed they seem real; it's a craft in which both she and Lu are expertly skilled * Booklist starred review *

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Book Synopsis*NOW A MAJOR FILM by Sony Pictures, starring Chloe Grace Moretz*''Wildly entertaining . . . I couldn''t turn the pages fast enough'' The New York Times*The 5th Wave is the first book in the bestselling series from award-winning Rick Yancey. Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and Maze Runner*After the1st wave, only darkness remains. After the 2nd, only the lucky escape. And after the 3rd, only the unlucky survive. After 4th wave, only one rule applies: trust no one.NOW IS THE DAWN OF THE 5TH WAVEOn a lonely stretch of highway, Cassie runs.Runs from the beings that only look human, who have scattered Earth''s last survivors.To stay alone is to stay alive, until she meets Evan Walker. Beguiling and mysterious, Evan may be her only hope.Now Cassie must choose: between trust and despair, between defiance and surrender, between life and death. www.rickyancey.com<Trade ReviewRemarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances . . . JUST READ IT * Entertainment Weekly *Wildly entertaining... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough -- Justin Cronin * The New York Times *A modern sci-fi masterpiece... should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires. * USA Today *Nothing short of amazing * Kirkus (starred review) *Chilling * Sun *Action-packed intrigue * MTV.COM *This book is scary! * Teen Now (5 starred review) *Rick Yancey knows his onions... the book packs real power * SFX *This is DAMN and WOW territory. Quite simply, one of the best books I've read in years -- Melissa Marr, New York Times bestselling author...a twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction * Wall Street Journal *Breathtakingly fast-paced and original, The 5th Wave is a reading tsunami that grabs hold and won't let go. -- Melissa De La Cruz, New York Times bestselling author of the Blue Bloods series.Yancey's heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises, is part War of the Worlds, part Starship Troopers, part Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and part The Stand . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike. * Booklist (starred review) *A fantastic read. The 5th Wave is an electrifying page-turner. -- Kathy Reichs, New York Times bestselling authorAn epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You'll read it in one sitting * Bookseller *A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion... the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront * Publishers Weekly *Borrow this one from your teen's nightstand while they're at school * People Magazine *By turns heart-pounding and contemplative . . . The 5th Wave will thrill you, chill you, and challenge you to keep the pages turning fast enough * Hypable.com *Utterly gripping * Metro Herald *High adventure with mystery and heart * The Sunday Times *A cut above anything else in the genre. * Sunday Telegraph *The pace is RELENTLESS * Heat *

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Book SynopsisJoining a scientific expedition gives Max and the flock a pefect opportunity to distance themselves from the heated debate in the antarctic! A powerful figure in the underworld has promised the super-human kids to the highest bidder and he has the robotic army to ensure the goods are delivered!

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Book SynopsisLiam O'Connor should have died at sea in 1912. Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010. Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029. Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, 'Take my hand...' A time wave has struck that alters the entire history of the American Civil War.Trade ReviewA thriller full of spectacular effects * Guardian *Insanely exciting, nail-biting stuff * Independent on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisLiam O'Connor should have died at sea in 1912. Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010. Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029. Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, 'Take my hand...' But Liam, Maddy and Sal aren't rescued.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Before I Fall and the Delirium trilogy, Ringer questions how to be human in a world where humanity cannot be taken for granted. Perfect for fans of Tom and Giovanna Fletcher''s EVE OF MAN. **Don''t forget to buy the new novel, BROKEN THINGS, now!**LYRAIn the wold outside the Haven institute, Lyra and Caelum are finding it hard to be human. Though free from the doctors, guards and fences, they feel more trapped than ever. Lyra, infected at Haven with a terrible disease, finds her symptoms growing worse and neither of them know who they can trust. Even Gemma, who swore to help, seems to have forgotten them. GEMMAWhen Gemma learns that her controlling father has new plans for Lyra and Caelum, she knows she must do something to stop him. But after being mistaken for an escaped Replica, Gemma is imprisoned. ITrade ReviewPraise for REPLICA * - *A searing pair of intertwined stories about the line between science and humanity, told with Oliver's signature grace, uniqueness, and precision. It's a new story every way you turn it - but always gorgeous, always haunting. -- Marie Lu, author of The Young Elites and LegendElectric, heartbreaking, pulse-pounding, and timely, REPLICA is a riveting two-for-one. Two complex heroines, two puzzling mysteries, two weaving adventures, all in one astounding novel. -- Victoria Aveyard, bestselling author of Red Queen

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Book SynopsisPacked with facts from the TV series Star Wars: The Mandalorian, this book is aimed at young kids who want to join Mando, Grogu, Boba Fett, and Ahsoka Tano on their thrilling adventures. They''ll meet strange aliens and droids, learn about new planets and frightening monsters, and read about the evil villains who will stop at nothing to complete their missions.Hop aboard the Razor Crest and get exploring with Star Wars: The Mandalorian Handbook! & 2021 Lucasfilm Ltd.

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Book Synopsis*The extraordinary conclusion to the This Mortal Coil trilogy - who will survive the oncoming storm?*Two factions at warA plague that can''t be stoppedA cure that could destroy them all . . .Cat''s hacking skills weren''t enough to keep her from losing everything - her identity, her past, and now her freedom. Meanwhile, the person who''s stolen everything from her is close to realizing a hacker''s dream: the solution to humanity''s problems in gene form. Or so she thinks . . .But now a new threat has emerged - a threat that could bring the world to the brink of a devastating war.Both sides will stop at nothing to seize control of humanity''s future, and that the centre of this war is Cat, and a race against the clock save millions of lives . . .The gripping finale to a series The Verge has called ''perfect YA sci-fi''

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Book Synopsis'Fights and flights are non-stop' USA Today___________________________ For Hawk, being a hero weighs heavily on her wings.In the City of the Dead, life happens in the shadows. That's why a war is brewing against an enemy no one can see.Hawk and Maximum Ride never back down from a conflict, but as the dead begin to outnumber the living, they'll need to work together now more than ever.

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Book SynopsisWorking late at his desk in his office one night,the man raised his head as the space filled with light.Moonbeams and memories flooded the roomas did his longing of owning the moon . . .An over-indulged little boy grows into a very wealthy man who has everything he could possibly want on Earth. There is only one thing left that he MUST have - the moon he coveted as a child.Plans are drawn, machines built and factories sent spluttering into the air. Giant towers grow up and up and up. Soon the moon is nearly within the man's grasp - but someone else wants it too. Their tug of war ends in disaster when the moon shatters into a thousand pieces. It is up to the children to come to the rescue . . .A richly-detailed and heartwarming story with an important message about greed, happiness - and where NOT to look for it.

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Book Synopsis Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (A Collector’s Classic Board Book) is an epic retelling of the film for Star Wars fans of all ages, with classic art from award-winning comics icon Al Williamson. Follow the adventures of your favorite characters during some of the most memorable moments in Star Wars history. On the ice planet Hoth, the Rebels defend their base from Darth Vader and Imperial troops; Luke learns the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Yoda; and danger waits for everyone in Cloud City, where a terrible secret will be revealed. With art from comics legend Al Williamson, gatefolds, and a cinematic feel, this collector’s board book is the perfect gift no matter your generation, for both lifelong Star Wars fans and the littlest Padawans.Also available:Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (A Collector’s Classic Board Book)

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Book SynopsisWhen Harley ruins the Riddler’s carefully constructed scheme to capture Batman, she’s determined to show the calculating crook that she’s no bad-luck jinx. She’ll use her brilliantly bonkers mind to write confounding rhymes of her own! In this battle of wits, can the jolly jester prove there’s a method to her madness? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero and Super-Villain fans!

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Book Synopsis#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with this steamy, shocking third installment of the Origin series that will leave readers reeling.He is the darkest star.She is the burning shadow.And together, they will bring about the brightest night.Less than a year ago, Evelyn Dasher was a normal girl, living a safe, rather unremarkable lifea life that was a total lie. Now she's learned the truth about who she was and what she is. Hidden within Zone 3, she knows that if she loses control of her dangerous abilities again, she not only puts everyone in the secret community at risk, but also the beautiful, deadly inhuman Luc. He will do anything to keep her safe. Lie. Barter. Beg. Kill. But there are truths that not even Luc can prepare for, and as Evie's abilities evolve, the consequences of everything he's done turn devastating. Luc is

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Book SynopsisTwo girls, two stories, one epic novelTrade ReviewA searing pair of intertwined stories about the line between science and humanity, told with Oliver's signature grace, uniqueness, and precision. It's a new story every way you turn it - but always gorgeous, always haunting. -- Marie Lu, author of The Young Elites and Legend Electric, heartbreaking, pulse-pounding, and timely, REPLICA is a riveting two-for-one. Two complex heroines, two puzzling mysteries, two weaving adventures, all in one astounding novel. -- Victoria Aveyard, bestselling author of Red QueenLauren Oliver is the rising star of young adult fiction. * The Sunday Times *Prepare to become completely absorbed. * Glamour on DELIRIUM *Whip smart and addictive. * Marie Claire on PANDEMONIUM *An adept and occasionally courageous storyteller who can shock and awe with a well-placed twist. * Independent on DELIRIUM *Fast paced and consistently poignant, this tale quickly becomes hypnotically addictive. * Heat on DELIRIUM *A reading experience not to be missed-or forgotten. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisA gloriously spooky horror-fantasy story from Joseph Delaney, the internationally multi-million bestselling author of The Spook''s ApprenticeCrafty halted, his heart lurching with fear, his mouth dry. There were bare footprints in the white snow, and each one was smeared with red, as if the owner of those clawed feet had stepped in a puddle of blood . . . Crafty and his friends have already faced dozens of horrifying aberrations during their time as Castle Gate Grubs - assistants to the mysterious guild of Gatemancers, who fight against the terrifying Shole. But the real battle is only just beginning. New and more dangerous aberrations are appearing all the time, and worse yet, it seems someone from within the Castle is helping them attack. And when an old enemy returns to give Crafty a disturbing warning, it seems time might be running out for all of them . . .Trade ReviewPraise for The Beast Awakens (book one): This is a must for all fantasy and adventure fans * Sam, 13, LoveReading4Kids *A page turning story that kept you hanging on edge * Matilda, 11, LoveReading4Kids *This book was utterly unputdownable - I loved each and every second of time I spent reading it! * Rebekah, 15, LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelFred was bored. He didn''t like going to the shopping centre with his mum and his little sister. But then by mistake he took the lift to the 99th floor and found an alien who needed his help.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Text type: A fantasy story.A poster for the computer game on pages 30-31 provides an opportunity to discuss the story and think about how it could be promoted to appeal to children.Curriculum links: Art and Design: Viewpoints; Citizenship: Choices.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisThe thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestseller and international multimedia phenomenon, Endgame: The Calling.Endgame is here. Earth Key has been found. Two keys and nine Players remain. The keys must be found, and only one Player can win.Queens, New York. Aisling Kopp believes the unthinkable: that Endgame can be stopped. But before she can get home to regroup, she is approached by the CIA. They know about Endgame. And they have their own ideas about how it should be Played. Ideas that could change everything.Kingdom of Aksum, Ethiopia. Hilal ibn Isa al-Salt narrowly survived an attack that leaves him horribly disfigured. He now knows something the other Players do not. But the Aksumites have a secret that is unique to their line. A secret that can help redeem humanity and maybe even be used to help defeat the beings behind Endgame.London, England. Sarah Alopay has found the first key. She is with Jago and they are winning. But getting Earth Key has come at a great cost to STrade Review“A unique dystopian adventure with anchors to the real world… set to become a cultural phenomenon.” ALA Booklist “The premise is engaging, in a Hunger Games-meets-National Treasure sort of way, and the diverse global cast is welcome.” Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisThe explosive final novel in the Endgame trilogy, by New York Times bestelling author, James Frey.Two keys have been found. The strongest Players are left. One final key remains to win Endgame and save the world.For Sarah, Jago, Aisling, Maccabee, Shari, An, and Hilal, Endgame has reached its final phase. The third key, Sun Key, is all that stands between one Player saving their line or perishing along with the rest of the world. And only one can win.West Bengal, India: Maccabee is Playing to win. He has Earth Key and Sky Key and he is determined to find Sun Key. But in Endgame, fate can turn in the blink of an eye. He must Play carefully. He must watch his back.Kolkata, India: An Liu is Playing for death. His goal: stop Endgame, and take the world down with him.Sikkim, India: For Aisling, Sarah, Jago, Shari, and Hilal, their mission is to stop Endgame. Sun Key must not be found.No matter what they're Playing for, all of the remaining Players have one thing in common: they will end thTrade Review“ENDGAME is an emotional roller coaster, a lightning-paced novel with fights to the death. Every scene is like th eroll of decahedron dice: unpredictable and irregular. I highly recommend this novel.” TeenReads “A unique dystopian adventure with anchors to the real world… set to become a cultural phenomenon.” ALA Booklist “The premise is engaging, in a Hunger Games-meets-National Treasure sort of way, and the diverse global cast is welcome.” Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out what dastardly plans S.N.A.I.R. has come up with, and save the day.Location: Stuck in a traffic jam, but not for longOperative: Super smooth MeritMission: Get out of the jam as quickly as possible. Watch out for Time Boulders!This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew series by Chris Callaghan.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out what dastardly plans S.N.A.I.R. has come up with, and save the day.Location: Somewhere very high upOperative: Mustang HarryMission: Stop the clock and start time. Don't look down!This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew series by Chris Callaghan.White/Band 10 books have more complex sentences and figurative language.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out what dastardly plans S.N.A.I.R. has come up with, and save the day.Location: Tricky Contacts TV game show studioOperative: Salama in a flowery dressMission: Stop Salama from vanquishing the Tricky Contacts host, Darren Duncan. Avoid the penguins. Win the game!This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew series by Chris Callaghan.White/Band 10 books have more complex sentences and figurative language.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Join astronauts Mae and Marco, as they build a rocket, work out how to escape Earth's gravity and journey into space. Learn lots of fascinating facts about space as they visit the International Space Station and walk on the Moon.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out why weird things are happening in Flat Hill. Is the dastardly red-eyed S.N.A.I.R., a Super Nasty Artificial Intelligent Robot, causing all the trouble or is it something else?Shinoy and Myra are walking their dog through the woods after school, when they hear a spooky sound. Could it be the legendary hound of Crumbledown Castle?This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew series by Chris Callaghan.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literar

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out why weird things are happening in Flat Hill. Is the dastardly red-eyed S.N.A.I.R., a Super Nasty Artificial Intelligent Robot, causing all the trouble or is it something else?Shinoy and Toby are enjoying a day at home, playing their favourite video game, when they''re catapulted inside the game. With the Chaos Cre on board, they must navigate the game and defeat the evil pirates to get out safely at the other end.This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and the Ch

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.When Shinoy downloads the Chaos Crew app on his phone, a glitch in the system gives him the power to summon his TV heroes into his world. With the team on board, Shinoy can figure out why weird things are happening in Flat Hill. Is the dastardly red-eyed S.N.A.I.R., a Super Nasty Artificial Intelligent Robot, causing all the trouble or is it something else?Shinoy's enjoying a normal day at the garden centre, so why are Salama and Merit lurking in the plants? A mission over a Further Earth jungle has gone wrong, and only Shinoy can help save it. Can he rescue the secret object before it's lost forever?This exciting title is part of the Shinoy and

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Book SynopsisCan he rebuild his broken Kingdom and protect his people from new threats?As the web of power and deception is woven tighter, Theron fights for magic, Mather fights for freedom—and Meira starts to wonder if she should be fighting not just for Winter but for the world.Trade Review"Will have readers awaiting the third book and hoping that it brings Meira and her people peace at long last." -- Kirkus Reviews "Hard-core fantasy fans will eat this up and clamor for the conclusion." -- School Library Journal "Lush and poetic" -- Booklist "Will have readers needing the next one, now." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for SNOW LIKE ASHES: "Snow Like Ashes is a thrilling story with unforgettable characters set in a stunning fantasy world that had me quickly turning pages. I want more!" -- Morgan Rhodes, New York Times bestselling author of Falling Kingdoms Praise for SNOW LIKE ASHES: "The plot and writing are superlative...Highly recommended." -- School Library Journal Praise for SNOW LIKE ASHES: "A satisfying read." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for SNOW LIKE ASHES: "An enjoyable adventure-romance." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for SNOW LIKE ASHES: "A new society, a grand adventure, and a first romance, all rolled into one big fantasy epic." -- Booklist

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Van Eekhout gives readers both a redoubtable human protagonist who shows hidden depths of courage and resilience on the way to an ingenious resolution, and a canine one who is at once irresistibly winsome and terrifyingly destructive (not unlike many nonmythical dogs)." — Booklist (starred review) "In this Rick Riordan–esque epic, modern and ancient worlds collide in a vividly sketched adventure that begs to be adapted for the screen. Thrilling and touching in equal measure." — Kirkus Reviews "Van Eekhout applies a deft touch to Mott’s difficult ethical dilemma, imbuing the quickly paced story with tenderness and genuine surprises." — Publishers Weekly Praise for Weird Kid: Impeccably toned middle school humor, paired with action-packed hijinks and a poignant extended metaphor about finding one’s identity, results in a heartfelt, pitch-perfect middle grade novel. — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A wacky, witty, action-packed alien adventure with a poignant message about being your best self.” — John David Anderson, author of Posted “Greg van Eekhout brings magic, mystery, humor, and weird science to his wonderful WEIRD KID! Devious and fun –and highly recommended!” — Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Rot & Ruin "No one mixes gonzo with heartfelt like Greg van Eekhout. Amid wacky aliens, secret organizations, and larger-than-life guitar solos, is one kid just trying to figure out who he is. I was rooting for Jake on every page, and you will be, too!" — Jenn Reese, author of A Game of Fox & Squirrels "Exciting and intriguing twist on science-fiction tropes. A standout SF adventure.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for Cog: “A page-turning novel of friendship, family, and standing up for what’s right.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Cog is a gem of a robot, and his robotic observations are comedic gold. Readers will be charmed by this sci-fi tale of free choice, hot dogs, and fun word problems.” — Booklist “Van Eekhout brings considerable heart and wisdom to this coming-of-age tale. A thought-provoking tale for younger readers about hubris and what it means to be human.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for Voyage of the Dogs: “Fast-moving, funny, and suspenseful. A deep-space furry adventure with heart and humor.” — Kirkus Reviews “Who’s a good boy? Lopside and the canine crew of the starship Laika! This dogs in space romp will make you sit up and beg for more.” — Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee “A crackling page-turner about courage and wonder, full of warmth and heart and characters who jump off the page. It’s my favorite book of the year." — Rae Carson, New York Times bestselling author of the Girl of Fire & Thorns series “Dogs in space? Who knew we needed that? But Greg van Eekhout proves we did! Voyage of the Dogs is a delight, and kids are going to love it.” — Spencer Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of Woof “Dog-lovers and space enthusiasts will gravitate to Van Eekhout’s riveting book.” — Booklist

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Book SynopsisWhen Dr. Martinez and her colleagues established the Coalition to Stop the Madness, spreading environmental awareness through the flock''s public air shows, Max knew it could be dangerous. Never in her wildest dreams, though, did she imagine that a criminal mastermind would abduct her mother! Now the flock has to team up with the U.S. Navy to rescue Dr. Martinez... and of course, the world!

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Book SynopsisIt is the year 2051 and Britain is a divided country, deliberately divided by economic and education strategies. Half the population shelters in fortified suburbs (Newtown); the other half resentfully smoulders in sealed-off ghettoes. This is the story of privileged Zoe and Daz, the semi-literate ghetto dweller, whose brother was executed for raiding with the underground resistance movement. When Zoe and her friends go slumming one day, she meets Daz - and it''s Romeo and Juliet all over again. But their impossible relationship has far-reaching consequences ...

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Book SynopsisEveryone''s favourite game maker, Mr Lemoncello, is testing out his new FABULOUS FACT-FINDING FRENZY game! Kyle must compete in a great race - by bicycle, bookmobile, and even Mr. Lemoncello''s corporate banana jet! - to find fascinating facts about famous Americans.But then a few surprising ''facts'' surface about Mr Lemoncello . . . Could Kyle''s hero be a fraud? Kyle and the other kids will have to dig deep to find out the truth before it''s GAME OVER for Mr Lemoncello . . . !Trade ReviewAn ode to libraries and literature that is a worthy successor to the original madman puzzle-master himself, Willy Wonka * Booklist *Just as much of an adventure as the first * Washington Post *

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Book SynopsisCalling all budding Stephen King fans... this is the book for you! The first book in a horrifying new fantasy sequence from Joseph Delaney, the internationally multi-million-selling author of The Spook''s Apprentice.They heard shouting, and cries of fear. Crafty looked down the slope and realised what had happened to cause so much panic. Without warning, the dark wall of the Shole had advanced. Crafty can''t remember a time before the Shole - the terrifying mist that has engulfed most of Britain, leaving those trapped in it to either die or be transformed into terrifying monsters: the aberrations. He''s been stuck in his family''s cellar for nearly a year, his only companions his restless, whispering dead brothers, and an unusually friendly aberration he names the Bog Queen.But then Crafty''s life abruptly changes. He is ordered to report to the Castle, where he will train as a gate grub - operators of magicTrade ReviewPraise for The Spook's Apprentice series: Be warned - these books are seriously scary * The Times *Packed full of scary creatures and chilling characters, I only wish this had been much, much longer. This is a must for all fantasy and adventure fans * Sam, 13, LoveReading4Kids *A thrilling fantasy novel full of monsters, action and intriguing characters - I highly recommend it! * Brodie, 12, LoveReading4Kids *This book was utterly unputdownable - I loved each and every second of time I spent reading it! I was torn between wanting to find out what happened and not wanting the book to end! * Rebekah, 15, LoveReading4Kids *A page turning story that kept you hanging on edge * Matilda, 11, LoveReading4Kids *I think that the Beast Awakens is a fabulous read because it lulls the reader into a never ending journey through the magical kingdom, the Shole, and the people involved * Nick, 12, LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisAn explosive action-adventure novel created by will.i.am and renowned futurist Brian David Johnson.Wizards are real, robots from the future are here, and the fate of our world rests in the hands of one unsuspecting teenager.When a young man breaks into her home claiming her life is in danger, Ada Luring''s world changes forever. Geller is a wizard, on the run from his father''s hidden clan who want to kill Ada and her mother. Sara Luring is the scientist who will create the first robot, the wizards'' age-old foes. But a robot has travelled back in time to find Ada, and will lay everything on the line to protect her, as she may just be the key to preventing the earth''s destruction in the future. Ada, Geller and the robots must learn to work together to change the past and secure the future. But they don''t have much time before a mysterious enemy launches its attack on Earth...Trade ReviewIntriguing, refreshing and packed full of ideas . . . sci-fi has never seemed so now * lovereading4kids *

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Book SynopsisExactly who, or what, is the Black Panther?!So you want to know how T''Challa became the mighty Black Panther-the strongest and swiftest man in all Wakanda? This guide has all the answers to your questions, including: Where is Wakanda? Who else has worn the Black Panther suit? Why is Vibranium so important?Packed with Super Hero secrets and jokes, this book is sure to make you a Wakandan whizz in no time.The perfect gift for young fans of Marvel Comics and Super Heroes, Marvel: Black Panther Rules! is an exciting, playful and fact-filled journey into the wondrous world of the Black Panther - and shows you what it takes to be a hero! 2020 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisJump aboard with the Rebel Alliance and the Resistance. Find out what it takes to topple the evil Empire and the First Order... Being a rebel in the Star Wars galaxy is dangerous work! There are stormtroopers to avoid, TIE fighters to dodge, and lightsaber-wielding Sith Lords to outsmart before they learn the location of the latest secret base. Just how did these brave heroes defeat not one, but two, Death Stars? Star Wars Join the Rebellion! will answer this question and many more in an engaging and funny book for young readers.Featuring doodle-style illustrations, stills from the Star Wars movies and animated shows, and lively, humorous text, Star Wars Join the Rebellion! will enthrall even the most reluctant young reader. Learn all about the most famous rebel leaders, from Admiral Ackbar to Princess Leia. Follow them into big battles. Discover interesting facts about their ships, droids, and the missions that changed the galaxy.

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Book SynopsisBecome an instant Jedi expert with this handy pocket-sized guide! Everyone knows what a Jedi is. But can you tell your Ki-Adi-Mundi from your Ahsoka Tano? Do you know which Jedi served on the Jedi High Council, or which Master trained which Padawan? Well, if not, don''t worry--just about everything you need to know about Jedi can be found in the pages of this Pocket Expert.Packed with facts, stats and interesting info about the most legendary Jedi in the galaxy, with this book in your pocket you''ll be a Jedi Master in no time! AND 2022 LUCASFILM LTD.

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Book SynopsisKyousuke Kamiya has only just started to get used to his life in the blood-spattered hellscape that is Purgatorium Remedial Academy and its twisted version of school life. The architect of this series of gruesomely parodic extracurricular activities is the beautiful, charming Saki Shamaya--also known as the Princess of Murder, a serial killer responsible for twenty-one deaths!

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Book SynopsisWhizziwig is a small, furry alien who has crash-landed on Earth and ended up on top of Ben''s wardrobe. Once Ben has recovered from the shock of this unexpected arrival he''s delighted to learn that Whizziwig is a ''wish-giver'' able to turn wishes into reality. But it''s not as straightforward as it sounds. The wishes have to be made for someone else, and by accident, so it isn''t long before some very strange, and very funny, things start happening.Trade ReviewA fun light-hearted book bursting with amusing episodes . . . jam-packed with imagination and humour * writeaway.org.uk *Very funny . . . another winning book from this ever-popular author * Teaching & Learning *Full of wild misunderstandings, simple justice, satisfying revenges and real humour . . . Demonstrates [Malorie Blackman's] great versatility as a writer * Carousel *

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Book SynopsisWith the Prime Destinations body bank destroyed, Callie no longer has to rent herself out to creepy Enders. But Enders can still get inside her mind and make her do things she doesnÃe(tm)t want to do. Like hurt someone she loves. Having the chip removed could save CallieÃe(tm)s life Ãe' but it could also silence the voice in her head that might belong to her father. Callie has flashes of her ex-renter HelenaÃe(tm)s memories, too . . . and the Old Man is back, filling her with fear. Who is real and who is masquerading in a teen body? The thrilling sequel to Starters.Trade ReviewPure, adrenaline-fueled plot . . . Fans of Starters will gobble this up. * Booklist (starred review) *A delightfully disturbing climax . . . [Enders] offers some answers and a solid conclusion that will repay readers. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *

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Book SynopsisEmma Pass has been making up stories for as long as she can remember. ACID was her first novel, and her second is THE FEARLESS. By day, she works as a library assistant and lives with her husband and dog in the North East Midlands.Trade ReviewAnother absolute corker . . . fun, exciting and compelling. I’ve not read a virus-esque dystopian thriller this good, ever * World of Children's Books *A fun and fast read . . . Action-packed * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisEvery morning, FIXER robot,trundles up the hillTo help the other robots as theydig and push and drill.A charming text that combines a truly heart-wrenching story with mechanical details, sure to enchant every young engineer.

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Book SynopsisFrom an award-winning author and illustrator, a warm, gentle ode to cherished visits from grandparents and the people and places that make us who we are even if we haven't met them yet.

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Book SynopsisA poignant story of life in India during the pandemic that mixes loss, hope, and even a mystery solved by imaginative, lively, almost-nine-year-old Swara. Now available in paperback.When the pandemic hits and India goes into lockdown, high-spirited Swara keeps up her daily chats with her just-as-imaginative grandmother, Pitter Paati, through video calls. But soon Pitter Paati becomes too ill to even call, and then Swara''s parents say she has died of the virus.Swara can''t believe it. Pitter Paati would not just leave! It''s impossible!As Swara investigates the mystery of her grandmother?s disappearance, she stumbles upon a neighborhood mystery as well. With help from her friends, usually-annoying brother, and clues she?s certain came from Pitter Paati, Swara solves that very real mystery and, slowly, comes to terms with the truth about her grandmother.She also realizes Pitter Paati will be with her, in many important ways, forever.

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