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Picnic with Piggins


Jane Yolen - 1988
    “There’s plenty of humor here for children and their adult readers. . . . No one will get bored with Piggins.”--Booklist

Snow White


Chloe Perkins - 2016
    She lived in a magnificent castle with her stepmother, a beautiful but wicked queen... The classic tale of Snow White gets a fresh twist in this debut title of a brand-new board book series, Once Upon a World. With Japan as the backdrop, and beautiful artwork from Japanese illustrator Misa Saburi, Snow White is still the same girl who meets seven dwarves and accepts a shiny red apple—but she’s totally reimagined. Once Upon a World offers a multicultural take on the fairy tales we all know and love. Because these tales are for everyone, everywhere.

Franklin Goes to School


Paulette Bourgeois - 1995
    In this Franklin Classic Storybook, Franklin faces the excitement and fear of starting school.

Pig Pig Returns


David McPhail - 2011
    Pig Pig would rather stay home and build a rocket ship model or read back issues of Daring Pig Exploits. Besides, his mother and Fluffy might miss him too much. His uncle insists that this is the opportunity of a lifetime, and soon Pig Pig is enjoying an eye-opening road trip. But he worries--what if his mother and Fluffy don't remember him when he gets back?

Bunny Day: Telling Time from Breakfast to Bedtime


Rick Walton - 2002
    The jaunty rhyme and sunny paintings will make Bunny Day a favorite pastime all day long. Full-color illustrations.

Satan's Devils MC Boxset Books 1-5


Manda Mellett - 2020
    Oh, the normal elements are there, hot alpha males who certainly aren’t shy in the bedroom, but as well as the usual adversaries, the bikers end up facing some of the social issues in today’s world.Disability, sex trafficking, grooming of young girls, racism, and overcoming the grief of losing a partner form the various backgrounds that these bikers have to face in order to win the woman they want to ride with through life.Each book has been written as a standalone, but the best experience is gained by reading the books in order.Turning Wheels:Turning Wheels is the introduction to the club, seen through the eyes of Sophie, a disabled Englishwoman who comes under their protection. Scared and nervous, still coming to terms with being wheelchair bound, she is forced into the world of an American MC, meeting the men and learning to trust them.Wraith, the VP, is determined to show Sophie her disability doesn’t define her. To do so, he has to protect her from enemies both from outside the club and within, as well as help her overcome the demons in her past.Drummer’s BeatThe president of the Satan’s Devils hasn’t yet found a woman strong enough to be his partner in life, until he meets Sam broken down by the side of the road. Drummer helps a fellow biker, though when he learns she’s claiming to be the daughter of one of his members, he doesn’t believe her. It’s well known Viper can’t have kids, so she must be lying.He fights his attraction, only admitting he wants her after she’s taken by a sex trafficking ring. It’s a race against time for him to find her, and claim her.Slick RunningElla had performed a service for the club, but no one knew how much it had cost her. Slick had claimed her a few months back, only for her to inexplicably leave him. When she needs help, he refuses. You only fool Slick once.But the club owes her, and as Slick learns what made her run from him, he becomes determined to fight to get her back. The Satan’s Devils are faced with breaking up a child grooming ring in order to rescue Ella’s young sister.Targeting DartA confirmed bachelor, Dart fights his attraction to Alex, a curvy black girl. All he can offer is friendship to the woman who’s fighting for the life of her sick child.But when her violent ex catches up with her. Dart has to face up to his feelings, and take on responsibilities he hadn’t expected, both in his personal life, and his role in the club.Heart BrokenDestroyed by the death of his wife, Heart goes on a journey from which he has no intention of returning. But the voice on the phone keeps him going. The voice of a cop who, strangely, seems to understand the emotional journey he’s going through.Months pass. When he gets the chance to join his wife, to his surprise, Heart wants to live. He owes that to the cop. But cops and outlaw bikers can’t possibly have a relationship.

Poor Puppy


Nick Bruel - 2007
    Kitty's best friend stars in this zany companion to the best selling BAD KITTY. Poor, poor Puppy: Kitty isn't interested in playing, so all puppy's left with are: 1 Airplane, 2 Balls, 3 Cars, 4 Dolls... and 22 other toys. When he's done, Puppy's so tired, he takes a nap--and dreams of playing apple bobbing in Antarctica, Baseball in Brazil, Checkers in Canada, Dodgeball in Denmark... and 22 other games. Who else but Nick Bruel could combine the alphabet, a counting game, a whirlwind geography course, and a screamingly funny story... all in 40 pages?

Bullock Creek


Barry Crump - 1989
    He takes up the challenge of wintering it out on Bullock Creek Station,on the bleak slopes of the Barker Range,and has to use all his knowledge,experience,ingenuity and luck to get himself and the widow and the stock alive through the worst winter on record.There's a bit of skulduggery going on and The Doughroaster deals with it in his own unique and entertaining way. Bullock Creek is an adventure story about a rapidly-disappearing lifestyle,written in the vivid style that distinguishes Barry Crump's writing. and which has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of readers,both here and abroad.

17 Kings and 42 Elephants


Margaret Mahy - 1972
    Mahy's rich, wonderful poem is utterly delightful. Its language is a miraculous mixture of concision and freedom, joy and mystery, silliness and seriousness all rolled into one".--The New York Times Book Review. 30 full-color illustrations.

The Little Dump Truck


Margery Cuyler - 2009
    It's hard work, but the little dump truck is ready for action.Preschool children will revel in the day-to-day activities of this mighty dump truck. The lyrical text, bright pictures, and sturdy pages are just right for budding truck enthusiasts.

Amigo


Byrd Baylor - 1963
    Amigo is a prairie dog. They both live in the desert, and both want someone to play with. Francisco thinks that he's "taming" Amigo, his pet -- but Amigo knows better.

Mary Had a Little Lamb


Marina Aizen - 2012
    Look through the die-cut holes in each page to see what her lambs are up to!

Make a Wish Bear


Greg E. Foley - 2012
    But the other animals who come by all have advice for Bear. "Don't tell anyone," says Owl. "Close your eyes," says Fox. And Elephant suggests standing on one foot. Before long, all of Bear's friends are there. "What did you wish for?" asks Mouse. Bear's answer will bring a smile to even the very youngest readers. Simply told and wonderfully illustrated, Make a Wish Bear reminds readers what's most important in life--good friends.

Goodnight, Ark


Laura Sassi - 2014
    Kids will enjoy the rhymed story where, as storm gets louder, boars, quails, elephants, snakes, and a few other furry friends join Noah in bed in search of comfort.This adorable children’s book:Is perfect for ages 0-4Features eye-catching illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Jane ChapmanIs an ideal read-aloud bedtime tale, especially to help settle little ones who don’t like stormsGreat for baby showers, baptisms, holiday gifts for Christmas or Easter, and birthdaysAuthor Laura Sassi brings a new dimension to one of the Bible’s most popular stories, giving a delightful glimpse into the emotional bond between Noah and the animals in his care.And if you enjoyed Goodnight, Ark, be sure to check out Goodnight, Manger as well!

No Moon, No Milk!


Chris Babcock - 1993
    'It's eat grass, get milked. Eat grass, get milked.' Martha wants more. In fact, she wants to walk on the moon.