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Paddington 2: The Story of the Movie: Movie tie-in


Anna Wilson - 2017
    Bigger and better than ever, the story of the new Paddington movie is both hilarious and heart-warming. Guaranteed to capture the hearts of fans, old and new!

The Jungle Crew


Emma Scott - 2015
    Should you have a lot in common with your new friend? Do you have to look the same? What happens when you look very different from each other? “The Jungle Crew” is an enjoyable rhyming story about how animals big and small meet and become great friends. Each animal has something special to share. Although they are look very different, there is something lovable in each and every one. This is a story about diversity and how unusual friendships can lead to fun times and happy occasions. “The Jungle Crew” is a great bedtime story for children 3-5 years old.

Inkheart: Movie Storybook. Adapted by Sonia Sander


Cornelia Funke - 2008
    After a mysterious stranger visits them, Mo tells Meggie they must go into hiding. But why? - and from whom?

Charlie The Smart Elephant


Jeff Harris - 2016
     It's an engaging story that's fun and easy to read - allowing your child to not only discover life's lessons, but also to learn to read with ease. Your child will love Charlie as he takes your little ones on a journey of discovery at his new days as an adopted pet. FREE BONUS : FREE BUNDLE TO BOOST THE DEVELOPMENT OF YOUR KIDS

How Oakley Lost His Spots (Oakley and Bella Book 1)


D.C. Swain - 2013
    Convinced by his friend Rover that he has lost them, he sets off to find his spots, only to find out that Dalmatians aren’t born with spots and that they all develop at different times. A vividly illustrated picture book, this story is perfect for showing children how everyone develops at different rates. ***Check out the other books in the "Oakley and Bella" series: -When Oakley Met Bella -Oakley and Bella Meet Puss -Oakley and Bella on Holiday

The Westmoreland Series Books 16-20: Westmoreland's Way \ Hot Westmoreland Nights \ What a Westmoreland Wants \ A Wife for a Westmoreland \ The Proposal


Brenda Jackson - 2014
    Rancher Ramsey knows better than to lust after the hired help, but temptation soon gets the best of him…. Elusive Gemma travels to Australia for a job�and finds herself wooed into her boss's bed! Back in Denver, Derringer searches for the one woman who haunts his dreams�and discovers she's been in his social circle all along. While Jason finds that with one convenient proposal he could have the woman he wants and the land she's inherited. Meet the Denver Westmorelands in five steamy stories of love, loyalty and passion! Westmoreland's Way Hot Westmoreland Nights What a Westmoreland Wants A Wife for a Westmoreland The Proposal The Westmoreland family saga continues in The Secret Affair, available December 2014!

Stop Snoring Grandpa


Kally Mayer - 2014
    Perfect story to celebrate the special relationship between a family and their Grandpa. Find out how the family solves the issue. The ending will make you smile. If you have a Grandpa, who snores or not, you will enjoy this book!

Safari Friends


Barbara Miller - 2013
    Come along with Lily Lemon Blossom on her amazing journey and see what she and her two brave companions, teddy and bunny are up to on their thrilling safari adventure.

The Dandy Annual 2015 (DCT Annuals)


D.C. Thomson & Company Limited - 2014
    The Dandy's back again for another bumper feast of comic fun! Catch up with Desperate Dan, Winker Watson, Corporal Clott, Keyhole Kate, The Jocks and the Geordies and more! Loved by the young and the young-at-heart alike, The Dandy Annual is a book for the whole family to enjoy!

Diary of a Dork Steve: Book 1 (Diary of a Dork Steve #1)


M.C. Steve - 2016
    After some school bullies trick the naive boy into getting lost in a forbidden, dank, dark cave, he thinks all hope is lost. Luckily, he has run into Alex, an independent and brave, equally plucky classmate who is ready to lend a hand.The new duo explores the dangerous cave, running into spiders, skeletons – even zombies along the way! As Steve slowly builds confidence maneuvering the depths of the cave, it seems like the team might be on their way out...that is, until a chance meeting with Freddy, a member of the gang of bullies, throws a wrench into their plans…Will Steve and Alex be able to make it out of the cave intact, or has Steve's luck begun to run out? Read Forbidden Cave to find out!A heartwarming tale of newfound courage in the face of adversity, The Forbidden Cave will have any fan of Minecraft rooting for the heroes from beginning until the end, a perfect holiday pick for your child.Disclaimer: This book is a work of fanfiction; it is not an official Minecraft book. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corp. or any other entity owning or controlling rights to the Minecraft name, trademarks or copyrights.

Hope Falls Series Bundle: Vol. 3 Books 9-12.5


Melanie Shawn - 2016
    The private, sexy bar owner was content in his life and excited to move forward with his new business project. There was just one problem--he'd never been able to forget about that kiss...or about her. For her, everything had fallen apart...Shelby Kellan was once confident in knowing who she was and what she wanted. But recent events caused the gorgeous, blue-eyed beauty to barely recognize the woman she saw when she looked in the mirror. She knew she needed a fresh start. Could she do it with his kiss still lingering on her lips?Eighteen months ago, Levi and Shelby shared the perfect kiss. Now, he wanted more, but would she be able to give that to him after already losing so much?Secret KissAdam Dorsey was used to living a life of deceit and falsehood both professionally and personally. The former CIA operative—with an extremely high IQ—was ready for a quieter, more authentic life. Enter Jane, a gorgeous and adorable hazel eyed beauty that complicated his plan. No matter what she made him feel, he knew that he had to stay away from her for fear of damaging more than just her innocence…Jane Marshall always believed in the power of positive thinking and all that could create. She felt accomplished in her career, and was blessed with great friends and family. And yet, she questioned whether or not there existed a man that would be able to unleash and explore her inexperienced heart…until she laid eyes on Adam.Will Adam be able to let go of his past and accept Jane for the genuine soul she truly is? Will Jane be able to navigate through never before had feelings? Are there some things that are even beyond the control of two highly intelligent people? Discover the truth in …Secret KissMagic KissHe’d lost his best friend…Logan Dorsey left the military and his job as an undercover detective, but he still couldn’t shake the nightmares that haunted him. The only thing that had ever silenced the horrors for the chiseled former Marine was the one woman that was untouchable for so many reason…She’d lost her husband…Emma Locke wrote romantic stories for a living despite the fact that her happily-ever-after had been taken away years ago. The gorgeous, blue-eyed, twenty-six year old widow and single mom had nothing in her life to connect her with the love and heat she needed to write about. Nothing to inspire that kind of passion...except the one man that was off limits.They say time heals all wounds, but can it also be enough to grow new love?Lucky KissLucas “Lucky” Dorsey was at the top of his game in the world of MMA, and his nickname…well, let’s just say the ladies couldn’t get enough of the tattooed bad boy. But then…he met her…As the first female firefighter in the Hope Falls Fire Department, Deanna Bishop was focused on making a fresh start in her new town. She was ready to put out fires with the rest of the boys, but the beauty with emerald eyes was never ready for the fire he’d started in her heart… She brought him back to life, and he wanted more. He filled her with passion, and she wanted to run. Will Deanna be able to open her heart and let someone fight for her? Will Lucky be able to prove that a Lucky Kiss could lead to more than just that…Christmas Wish - NovellaBright lights…Fame…Wealth…Kyle Austen Reed had it all, and his devilishly handsome good looks were known to steal hearts on and off the screen…Fired…Evicted…Caring for a special needs child…Aurora Rose&rsq

The Complete Orchard Valley Collection: An Anthology


Debbie Macomber - 2018
    She and her two younger sisters gather at his side, praying he’ll live… At a time like this, falling in love is the last thing on Valerie’s mind. And with Dr. Colby Winston, of all people! He’s David’s heart surgeon, a renowned specialist who enjoys small-town living, while Valerie is a high-powered businesswoman who prefers city life. They’re complete opposites in every way. Yet David keeps insisting she and Colby are a perfect couple. Meanwhile, Stephanie has other worries besides her father’s health. She fled Orchard Valley three years earlier, after her humiliating rejection by local journalist Charles Tomaselli. Now she’s home, and it’s not long before they begin reliving past battles—and renewing old feelings. He was the reason she left. This time, will he give her a reason to stay? David seems to think so… Norah is feeling a bit unneeded these days. Her father is recovering, and her sisters are busy planning their weddings. But then a cantankerous Texan named Rowdy Cassidy crashes his small plane in Orchard Valley. The same Rowdy Cassidy who’d been Valerie’s boss…and who’d demanded Valerie marry him. Now he’s Norah’s patient, and in all her nursing experience she’s never encountered a more difficult man. Or a more irresistible one! Except…is he still in love with her sister?When Norah’s friend Sherry Waterman leaves Orchard Valley, Oregon, for Pepper, Texas, she’s definitely not in the mood for Lone Star Lovin’. But if anyone can change her mind, it’s Cody Bailman—a hardworking, good-looking rancher. Not only that, Cody has a twelve-year-old daughter who thinks Sherry’s “just perfect for Dad!”

Creepy Stuff


Ripley Entertainment Inc. - 2002
    Illustrations. 8-page full-color photo insert.

I Wish I Were a Seahorse


Dan Jackson - 2014
    Bross is a Horse. He is 7 years old.But Bross doesn't want to be a Horse. He would prefer to be a SEAHORSE.He wants to have all the advantages that SeaHorses have. So, let’s join him on his dream. I’m sure that you already know that seahorses live in the water, but do you know that they are a type of fish? And that the male seahorse is the only male creature that can be pregnant? Come and join the fun while we learn some more interesting facts about seahorses in this great kids’ book.

Babe the Sheep Pig: Oops, Pig!


Shana Corey - 1998
    Babe fans will love this sweet and funny celebration of domesticity as everyone's favorite pig shows us around his delightful home.