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Autumn Blues (Show Circuit Series - Book 4)


Kim Ablon Whitney - 2017
    It’s now fall—nearly a year later. Hannah is at college, making new friends and riding on the IHSA team. Chris is recently back from Europe and competing in the east coast fall shows in hopes of qualifying for the World Cup Finals. Both are trying to forget about each other. At first, they succeed in doing so as Hannah becomes involved with Theo, a basketball player, and also finds herself attracted to Nolan, the lone guy on the IHSA team. Meanwhile, what was supposed to be a European fling with the Princess of Denmark turns more serious when the Princess follows Chris back to U.S. soil. As the colors change and the colder weather sets in, forgetting about each other becomes harder and harder for Chris and Hannah. Will they be able to stick to their plans to live their own lives—or will they come back together?

A Dog in the Fog: Sight Word Fun for Beginner Readers


Tanja Russita - 2015
    Written and illustrated by Tanja Russita, mother, teacher, artist and psychologist. The idea for the series came from Tanja's daughter wanting to read childrens' stories "from a Kindle, like my mum." Now the books are enjoyed worldwide by kids who are learning how to read. Watch and listen to your child's reading skills grow. Prepare to have to share your e-reader!

The Paint Horse (White Cloud Station)


Trudy Nicholson - 2015
    But Paintbox was taken from her by his spiteful former owners and there was nothing Lucy could do. Despite having Hope, Lucy never got over losing Paintbox. The worst part was, she had no idea what became of him until, one day, a mysterious letter arrives…. www.whitecloudstation.com A White Cloud Station short story.

Sea Turtle Rescue (The Mermaid Adventures)


Lindsey Scott - 2015
    Leena and Molly are best friends and they are also the top contenders at this year's race. The two girls had both been training all year and were super excited to compete in the upcoming race. However, on the day of the race, trouble strikes. Leena is asked to rescue a family of sea turtles that have been trapped in a net down in Old Ship Valley. Will she be able to save the poor trapped sea turtles in time? Can she make it back in time to compete in the Mermaid Races? Find out what happens and download your copy today for just $0.99!

Home Again (Kitten Adventure #1)


Tara Star - 2015
    Daisy comes to realize that the warmth of home is much more attractive than the harshness of the outside world; that after the adventures of life-pleasant and unpleasant, it’s good to come to a home where love and care reign supreme…even from those you least expect. The close relationship between human beings and their pets has been around since time immemorial. ‘Home Again’ highlights this special bond and presents it in a way that can be enjoyed by the entire family.

First Time in Space


Mark Powers - 2021
    Welcome to space! Follow Lime, as he graduates from Mira Space Academy and becomes the newest crewmate on the Skeld.But strange things start happening all over the ship, and Lime and his friends have to figure out who the Imposter is.Kids will love reading this novel that follows the adventures of the crew of the Skeld spaceship as they try to find the alien that is sabotaging everything and threatening their plans.Fun illustrations, intrigue, and humor make this an instant hit for fan's of Among Us.

My Aunt is an Alien


Kate Clary - 2013
    For early readers. Ben and Cassidy love it when their Aunt Dot comes to babysit them! Aunt Dot is an alien from the planet Zorg and whenever she comes to visit it is always a fun time! What does Aunt Dot have planned for Ben and Cassidy on this visit? If you enjoy this book, you may also enjoy MARVIN THE MONSTER GOES TO THE BEACH, also by Kate Clary.

The Mother's Day Gift (Noisy Farm - A Beautifully Illustrated Children's Picture Book, Perfect Bedtime Story)


Bea Balint - 2013
    Today everyone was rising with the sun, because this was quite a special day. Bees were working hard, flying from flower to flower; the carol of larks echoed far in the forests. ‘Mother- Mother-Mother’s Day’ – sounded the chirping birds. This is a special day, because tomorrow is Mother’s day. The day when you thank your Mother all the good and wonderful things, the love and care she spoiled you with throughout your entire life. Tomorrow is Mother’s Day, so today is the best opportunity to prepare presents. Kate, the beautiful, spotted ladybug got up unusually early, exactly at sunrise. She was looking forward to this day for a long time, because her mum is the best mother in the whole world and she wanted to surprise her with something truly special.

The Hungry Fox


Kitty Barry - 2014
    He is very, very hungry... He visits different places in search of food... Do you think he will find something to fill his rumbling tummy?

Adventures of Scouts Benjamin and Tracy


Aunt Rabbit - 2015
    They are always on the lookout for any good deeds they could do for their family, friends and neighbors. The children were on their way attending to their daily duties, when they encounter a neighbor, David carrying a bucket of paint. “What are you going to do Uncle David?” asked little Tracy inquisitively. “I am going to paint my fence children” answered Uncle David, adding “I could do with some help”

Nemo: Ang Batang Papel (Nemo, the Boy Made of Paper)


Rene O. Villanueva - 1994
    He becomes a real boy after wishing on the farthest star. But Nemo never experiences the happiness of an ordinary child. He goes through many hardships as he tries to earn a living in a dangerous city. Together with other street children, Nemo decides that it is better to be a boy made of paper. This story illustrates a social problem that involves children. It also deals with the rights and needs of children, as well as the role of the family, the community, and the government to address these.

Leave Your sleeve, Steve!


Yonit Werber - 2013
    Steve was a sweet and smiley boy.His mom loved him very much, But she had a problem -Every evening, at dinner,When Steve ate cheese, egg, or sandwich with peanut butter and jelly,And some food was left at the corner of his mouth,Steve would clean his mouth with the sleeve of his shirt.Steve's mom asked him over and over again "Leave your sleve, Steve!"but nothing helped.Until one day she had a brilliant idea...

JoJo & BowBow Take the Stage


JoJo Siwa - 2018
    With her crew of friends behind her and the support of her trusty sidekick BowBow, JoJo’s sure their summer will be as sweet as it gets. Then she meets Grace—the new kid on the block with tons of talent to offer—and JoJo knows her plan for a rockin’ party is complete!   But Kyra, resident mean girl and head of the party-planning committee, has other ideas. JoJo doesn’t know why Kyra dislikes Grace; but it soon becomes clear that she’ll do anything to exclude JoJo’s new friend. When Kyra’s jealousy of Grace threatens to ruin the entire block party, JoJo knows it’s time to rally her Siwanatorz and save the day. After all: Being a Siwanator means—above all—being kind. And even bullies aren’t always what they seem…

Stake Night


Susan Archer - 2016
    For the owners, it is about wielding power through money in their quest to proudly hold the prestigious World Championship trophy. For the riders, it is about demonstrating technical skill and nerve by out-riding their competitors and maneuvering their horse in the frenetic ring so the judges notice it. For the trainers, it is about finding the key that makes your horse out-perform others that might actually be more talented and achieving the professional recognition that leads to new clients and financial security. For everyone, it is about settling scores and finding a way to win the championship. The central character is Jennifer, a young, relatively unknown trainer. She can’t believe her luck when a rich client brings her the reigning world champion horse and tells Jennifer to prepare the horse for her timid daughter to ride. Jennifer quickly learns that this horse and rider are a dangerous and doomed combination, and she must move carefully to find an alternative that keeps her important client from leaving the barn and ruining Jennifer’s chances to finally join the ranks of the most well-known and respected trainers.

Kids Want To Know About Mysterious People: Ages 9-


J.W. Patterson - 2014
    Read on your PC, Mac, Smart Phone, Tablet or Kindle device. Discover facts and opinions about some of the most mysterious people that have ever lived. Did you know that a man considered one of the greatest psychics ever was on Adolph Hitler's death list? Did you know that the Public Information Officer at Roswell Air Force Base admitted he had seen alien bodies from the 1947 Roswell incident before he died in 2005? Kids will learn what is known and not known about many mysterious people. Were these people really as strange and mysterious as they seemed? Kids can make up their own minds after reading these exciting stories. Here is a Preview of What You Will Discover in This Book Did you know that only a small part of D.B. Cooper's hijack money has ever been discovered? Did he live to spend most of it? Did you know that two mysterious children suddenly appeared in an English village claiming to have lived in an underground world and that they were both green? It's strange but true that the "Man in the Iron Mask" may have been the twin brother of the King of France. Did you know that the rulers of Russia believed that Rasputin the Mad Monk had healing powers after he was able to heal their young son and stop his bleeding. Did you know that the National Geographic Channel reported that the 1962 Alcatraz escapees may have truly escaped and not drowned? Find out how this is possible and much, much more Download Your Copy Today! Take action today and download this book for a limited time discount of only $0.99!