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"Cassie's Marvelous Music Lessons"

by Sheri Poe-Pape

In this delightful story, Cassie is welcomed to a new home filled with music, but when Mrs. Applebaum doesn’t seem to understand what Cassie is saying, or how talented she is, the happy little dog becomes an unhappy little dog. Fortunately, with a good ear and a kind heart, Mrs. Applebaum finds the perfect solution to Cassie’s problem, proving once again that music is the universal language.

The Diary of Stephanie Dane

by Casey Bell

Picture In High Schools across the country, students' dropout rates soar as high as 50 percent. Literacy levels are at an all-time low. After decades of false promises by the school system, parents are still demanding educational equality, blaming the school system for their child not excelling academically and not realizing what students face while trying to obtain a good & thorough education. The Diary of Stephanie Dane examines the impact students' deal with in school and challenges parents... more

Steak at Stake: A Food Allergy Story

by Desirée DeNourie

Come see what happens to Cole on the hungriest day of his life! Cole loves eating at restaurants, especially when steak is on the menu. The problem is Cole has many food allergies and sometimes people struggle with tolerance.

A New Baby For Christmas (Layla Down Under)

by Bron Whitley

Christmas time in Australia is hot, and Layla is on summer vacation! It’s Christmas Down Under style! This summer is going to be an exciting one because Layla’s family are expecting a new baby for Christmas, AND Mema is coming to visit from America for the first time. Layla is not sure she is ready for a new baby. What if everyone likes the baby more than they like her? What if it cries all the time? Perhaps it will want her bedroom! Join Layla as she learns to welcome her new sister to ... more

Just Like My Daddy Taught Me

by Nadia Monroe

Dads set an example for their children in everything they do. It turns out that some of the littlest lessons from Dad can carry the biggest meaning for their kids.

Aww, Fishsticks

by Lenora Riegel

All Pax the Perch wants is to fit in with his fishy friends, but he's the shyest fish in the lake. When he's invited to play flipflop in the park, Pax has to battle rough waters, self doubt, and the eyeballing of nosey lake animals to conquer his fear of swimming in front of others. A fish too embarrassed to swim? Aww Fishsticks! 

Jaden Toussaint, the Greatest Episode 2: The Ladek Invasion

by Marti Dumas

Jaden Toussaint is a five year-old who knows it all. I mean, really knows it all. Animal Scientist. Great Debater. Master of the art of ninja dancing. There’s nothing Jaden Toussaint can’t do. This time there is an alien invasion at school. They may look like caterpillars, but you can never be too safe. Our hero must use all his super-powered brain power to save the people and (possible) aliens from each other!

Youthful Fantasies

by Fadi Bejjani

This collection of original works covers a variety of subject matter, including history, poetry, fiction, and art, all directly from the creative minds of the young authors. By turning to the first page, one unlocks a realm of creatures, gods and goddesses, common cravings of children, fancied adornments, the simplest elements of nature, the hardships of growing up, and nighttime beauties, peppered with pithy text and illustrative drawings. Let curiosity carry you through the stories, one by one... more

Khiva

by Tim Elam

High school classmates Ryan and Christine think they are in for just another English assignment. Combing the shelves of the school library, a tattered collection of books catches their eye. Within the pages, they discover the story of Sayid, a 19th century prince, and his life of love, betrayal and warfare across Central Asia. But when their own experiences begin to mirror Sayid’s, they become trapped in a struggle for justice, forgiveness, love and ultimately survival.

Frankie Fiddlesticks, Where's the Hamster?

by Alhaitham Jassar

Frankie Fiddlesticks has many pets and he takes very good care of them. But one night, he forgot to close the hamster container! The poor hamster, Howard, got out and went lost! OH NO! How is Frankie going to find him? And more importantly, how would YOU find a lost hamster?

Hypatia Academy

by Esther Goldenberg

Twelve-year-old Hope was having a good year so far. She enjoyed hanging out with her friends and playing with her dog, Zamboni. Then one day, everything changed. Hope was taken to the mysterious Hypatia Academy where she found invisible bullies, ancient magic, and even little green men. It is Hope's mission to find the powerful pearl that will save the world from the spirit of the ancient Egyptian sorcerer, Ramus. Her new friends are willing to help her, but will it be enough? Hypatia Academy is... more

Domino, the Clumsy Cat

by Katie Weisenbarger

Domino is a clumsy cat who lives on a farm. He loses his collar and rallies his farm friends to help him find it! The chickens, horses, and alpacas find a creative solution to help their feline friend.

The King of Average

by Gary Schwartz

James isn’t the world’s greatest kid, but he’s not the worst, either. When he decides to become the most average kid who ever lived, James is transported to another world where he meets Mayor Culpa, a well-dressed talking Scapegoat who recruits him to become the new King of Average. He’s joined on his quest by a professional Optimist and his grouchy companion, an equally professional Pessimist. Together, they set out on a journey of self-discovery that leads them all the way to Mount ... more

Land of AND

by Katie Mullaly

Climb on aboard and your world will expand. We’ll include all we find in this grand Land of AND!

As you float down the river that rolls and rumbles through Land of AND, you'll get the chance to join up with new and interesting characters you may not have thought to include in your plans before.

You'll learn that even those who seem scary or different at first may bring something great to your journey; whether it's a special skill, a wealth of exp... more

Strike At Charles' Farm/Grève à la ferme de Charles

by Nicole Audet

Charles faces a problem. All the animals on his farm are on strike. They want to eat more, work less or play more. Go through this story and discover how Charles will get his animals to keep working at the farm: a great tale about the value of work and responsibility. This book is written in English and French.

Rock

by Tracy Marchini

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