In the Brennan house four kids sleep in a single room, and are indoctrinated into The Methods, a system of achievement and relentless striving, laced with a potent, sometimes violent version of sibling rivalry. The family is overseen by a raging bull of a father, a South Side tough guy who knocks them sideways when they don't perform well or follow his dictates. Rivals, enemies, and allies, the siblings contend with one another and their wealthy self-satisfied peers at New Trier, the famous upscale high school where the family has struggled to send them. Evoking their crucible of class struggle and peer pressures, Burke balances comedy, tragedy, and a fascinating cast of characters, delivering a book that reads like an instant classic--an unforgettable story of the intertwining of love and family violence, and of triumphant teen survival that echoes down through the years.

    Scooby-Doo is an "Ameri-canine" icon, the most beloved cartoon pooch of the past three generations.The Gang's Favorite rock group, The Electric Pickle is playing a concert, but trouble goes down when the lead singer Steve Stringbean vanishes in a puff of pyrotechnics, and is replaced by, ZOINKS! A rock 'n' roll Zombie! Who's trying to ruin the band? Is it a bitter jilted ex-? a former band member? Maybe it's Steve Stringbean himself because he wants out of his contract!

    But . . . Sir Scallywag is only 6 years old and with an evil giant to pursue, it's nearly mission impossible! Luckily, it's a story of David and Goliath. With his trusted steed Doofus at his side, Sir Scallywag proves that even the unlikeliest hero can be the bravest knight of all.

    The son of white explorers. Gabriel is actually the reincarnation of the Grand Lama of Tibet. In his quest to learn the sacred ways and confront a great prophecy, Gabriel begins an arduous physical training program under the tutelage of the master warrior, Tzu. Meanwhile, corruption has found its way into the Grand Lama's own monastery in his absence. Now Gabriel must awaken his own mystical powers and overcome great challenges if he is to find his way to the monastery and fulfill his destiny.

    A Latina Jersey girl, Laurie saw her life take a dramatic turn last summer when she was chosen to be a part of the 2016 US Olympic gymnastics team. After winning gold in Rio as part of the Final Five, Laurie also earned an individual silver medal for her performance on the balance beam. Nicknamed “the Human Emoji” for her wide-eyed and animated expressions, Laurie continued to dance her way into everyone’s hearts while competing on the hit reality TV show Dancing with the Stars, where she was the youngest-ever winner of the Mirrorball Trophy.Poignant and funny, Laurie’s story is about growing up with the dream of becoming an Olympian and what it took to win gold. She talks about her loving family, her rigorous training, her intense sacrifices, and her amazing triumphs. Be prepared to fall in love with and be mesmerized by America’s newest sweetheart all over again.

    Colin is a sick boy who can't get out of bed. But everything changes when they find each other - and the magic of The Secret Garden!

    It’s the only thing I’ve ever been passionate about. Maybe it’s the only thing that I’ve ever loved.When I find out that I won’t be re-signed after this season, due to the ‘bad PR’ I bring, I’m gutted.I need to come up with a plan.Her name is Lia Cohen, and we can’t stand one another. I’ve never been anywhere near pleasant toward her.But I need her help. I need Lia to pretend to be my fiancée, to save my job and my reputation. She reluctantly agrees and we proceed with our façade. We even take it as far as marriage.We hit one big hitch in our plans though. I start to develop feelings for my now fake bride.This is a full length romance novel with a Happily Ever After. No cliffhanger here! You can read any book in this series in any order you choose. Enjoy!