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Keman's First Carnival

by Yolanda T. Marshall

This was Keman's first experience of Toronto's annual Caribbean Carnival. The excited 8 year old and his Mother enjoyed the rituals at the Caribbean celebration, such as picking a flag to wave, the Caribbean influenced foods, dancing, costumes and music

Blowback '63

by Brian Meehl

The battle between teenage twins, Arky and Iris, is about to explode into war—the Civil War.

Arky is ready to give up on rescuing their mother, Dr. Octavia Jongler, who is lost in the past. Iris refuses to give up hope, and playing the Jongler cor anglais to reawaken its powers of time travel. When Arky’s buddy, Danny, a pitching ace, throws his baseball future away, Iris and the cor anglais perform a shocking double blowback. Danny and Arky are blown to a time and place, 18... more

The Cookie That Saved Christmas

by William Baldwin

This beautifully illustrated book takes you back in time to experience a heartwarming christmas full of magical holiday spirit! THE COOKIE THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS is a delightful story for children and adults who yearn to be captivated anew by the simple joys of the Holiday season. Delightful illustrations by award winning illustrator Liesl Bell bring to life beloved Children's author Billy Baldwin's uplifting tale about courageous children overcoming adversity through a combination of clever think... more

Brandon Makes Jiǎo Zi (餃子)

by Eugenia Chu

Brandon Makes Jiǎo Zi (餃子) is about a little Chinese-American boy named Brandon who gets a surprise visit from his grandma from China, Pó Po (婆婆). While Brandon and Pó Po (婆婆) are making Chinese dumplings, called jiǎo zi (餃子), Brandon makes a mess and he and Pó Po (婆婆) have a good laugh! They chat and bond over the experience. Then Brandon eats and eats and eats and makes a surprise at the end that delights the whole family! This story includes some conversational Mandarin Chinese (including... more

Birthday at the Museum

by Brittany Reiher

Lily is celebrating her birthday and she is having her birthday party at the Museum of Natural History. She invites her three friends Carter, Michael, and Mia along to celebrate her special day. Lily is overwhelmed with joy when she arrives at the museum. As Lily and her friends make their way around the museum, they will encounter many pleasant surprises that will make Lily’s day even more special.

A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES AND ESSAYS: FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL

by Hammad Farooqui

Looking for imaginative short stories on topics like ‘Meeting With An Alien’, ‘A Robbery On A Running Train’, ‘Imagine If You Had Wings’? Then do not look any further! Our short stories are quick and easy to read, write and relate. The captivating stories are sure to enthrall and fascinate readers of all age groups. The short stories which are available in the eBook and paperback format will not only improve the imagination of young readers but may also fetch good marks in their examinations. Si... more

Where A Booger Goes

by Baker Andrews

New Children’s Book About Boogers Poised to Reduce Germs, Save Desks and Sleeves. Kids put boogers everywhere. It’s disgusting. Author Baker Andrews and Illustrator Sean Long tackle this sticky topic in the new children’s book Where A Booger Goes. With catchy rhymes and beautiful, colorful, hilarious illustrations, Andrews’ book aims to educate and delight with equal parts laughter and gross-outs. “When I worked with kids, I saw a lot of…interesting habits as far as booger disposal goes.... more

The Unusual Suspects

by Dominic Carrillo

When fourteen-year-old Nia ditched her elite international school and jumped on a train from Sofia, Bulgaria to Berlin, Germany, she didn't expect to cross paths with elderly Kurt Chavez. But once they meet, and become unlikely murder suspects, a new and unexpected adventure begins.

Decades of Deception

by Patrick J. Callahan

Patrick Callahan receives shocking news. His late parents concealed a dark family secret from him for forty years. Repressed memories of childhood trauma flood his mind, forcing Patrick to open an obsessive investigation into his unknown past. An incredibly convoluted tale of deceit, extortion, abuse, and police corruption unfolds before Patrick learns the truth about his early life.

Corey's Peaceful Heart

by Judy Henry

When Corey wakes, he knows something is missing. Uh Oh! He has to have it in time for school. Is it a buzzy bee or a big brown bear? Will he find it in the bathtub or under the bed? In this engaging story for 3-7-year-olds, readers search with Corey until he discovers what makes his heart smile. Corey’s discovery will make readers’ hearts smile, too. Corey’s Peaceful Heart follows HeartMath’s Shift and Shine Technique® for strengthening positive feelings and coping skills in children.

Hogarth's Reign of Terror

by James Delaney

Hogarth's Reign of Terror is the first chapter of a four-part series called The Hogarth Saga. The Hogarth Saga follows the exploits of Hogarth, a 12-year old boy (in the first three books-he's a young man in the fourth), who does some very bad things. In Hogarth's Reign of Terror, he begins by building a guillotine and uses it to dispatch the cats, then the dogs, and then other animals in the neighborhood. But why he does it is a mystery.

South of Main Street

by robert gately

The mother dies, the dad’s emotionally challenged, and one of the two daughters is suing her father for financial control of the multi-million dollar estate. That’s the setup of South of Main Street, a heartwarming story named for the dividing line that exists between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have-nots’ in a fictitious town of Coalsville, Pennsylvania. The story centers on Henry who most believe is a simpleton by nature, or suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress from a war long forgotten. Sharon, the y... more

Elephant Dreams

by Martha Deeringer

Desperate to escape her squalid life on the streets of New York City, sixteen year-old Fiona Finn seeks help at the magnificent Church of the Ascension where Charles Loring Brace, a social reformer horrified by the plight of New York City’s street children, arranges for her to go west aboard an Orphan Train.. Fiona’s homeless, alcoholic father has other plans, however. He wants Fiona to “work” the streets to support his drinking and pursues her across the midwest until she is forced to abando... more

Behind Mount Rushmore

by Darlene P. Campos

Nimo is a Lakota boy seeking to fulfill his dream of being a writer. He keeps close track of his day to day life on Pine Ridge. He watches his parents wade through unemployment and piles of unpaid bills. He witnesses racism for the first time during a family vacation. His grandmother dies suddenly and he is unsure how to mourn her death. John David, Nimo’s best friend, is a hate crime victim because of his sexuality. As a college student, Nimo is hit by a car and loses partial mobility in his le... more

Baby Chomper's Bath Time

by Jeff Minich

A bubbly and buoyant tale about a puppy named Chomper who loves to get dirty, but really dislikes getting freshened up. Stuck taking a bath, he imagines himself diving in the deep sea, being the captain of a ship, and surfing to a faraway shore. Baby Chomper's Bath Time is a playful story that encourages children to see the bright side of every situation.

Me and my Unique Family

by Isidora Goodwein

IT BEGAN WITH AN UNTHINKABLE AND HORRIFYING EXPLOSION. BUT THE REAL STORY DIDN’T START UNTIL THERE WAS A BLAST OF POWERFUL EMOTION, PASSION AND CONVULSIVE LAUGHTER. Anna, Rachel and Limor’s favorite past time, in summer, when there is no school, is to explore downtown Tel-Aviv without the knowledge of their parents, and without the knowledge of Gina, the housekeeper and baby sitter. One morning in August, the girls, come to the conclusion that they have had enough of Tel-Aviv. Tel-Aviv i... more

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