Christopher Hawkins and His Daring Escapes (Young Readers Edition)
Christopher Hawkins and His Daring Escapes: A Revolutionary War Novel is the true story of a young sailor and patriot in the Revolutionary War. In 1777, the American Revolution is raging, and 12-year-old Christopher Hawkins runs away to join a privateer fighting against England. His ship is captured, but he later escapes from the British. At 17, Christopher again joins a privateer and once more is captured by the British. This time he is sent to the HMS Jersey, the war's deadliest prison ship. Armed with only courage, cunning, and a sense of humor, Christopher Hawkins faces death as he escapes twice more from his captors. This novel is expanded and adapted from Christopher Hawkins' memoir. The main character is the author's 4th great-grandfather. Hawkins' story has been recorded in several texts on the Revolutionary War. This book is for children ages 9-14 and adults.
The Ghost Of The Charlotte Lighthouse
On a cliff overlooking Lake Ontario, the Genesee River, and the port of Rochester, New York, a lonely lighthouse stood watch. Its windows were boarded up and its roof was leaking. Its face was dirty and its light had long since gone out. Its front door was hidden with brush and its stairs were crumbling. But maybe you wouldn't look so good either if you were 127 years old! From inside the lighthouse tower came the sound of scratching, but no one was there to hear it. That is, no human ears were there to hear it because the lighthouse had been abandoned for eighteen years. Across town, life was very different. Susan B. Anthony School #27 was vibrating with energy. For this class, saving the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse would become more than just a school project, it would become the adventure of a lifetime.
Lioness
As the teenage princess of Brigantia, Morgan is caught between a brutal Roman empire and the warrior legacy of Queen Boudicca. The choices she makes could change everything - for her people, her family, and her heart.Thrown into a world of spies, battles, and betrayal, Morgan must figure out who to trust, what to fight for, and how to survive. But with danger around every corner - and unexpected love in the mix - growing up fast might be the only way to stay alive.Lioness is a gripping tale of courage, conflict, and love in an age of legends.
The Road from Nowhere
Inside one of America's most troubled periods of economic crisis, The Road From Nowhere, from master storyteller and Newbery medalist Avi, is both a tightly plotted adventure and a big-hearted tale of boyhood that explores what it means to put a name to the feelings we're taught to push down far into the earth. There's one road in Gatchett's Gluch--population forty-five--a silver mining town in the high Colorado desert. That means there's only one way in and one way out.Fourteen-year-old Ollie feels trapped and restless, desperate to find his own lode of silver, so he can gain riches and get his family out of the town. As the man of the house, he feels that's his job, just as his younger brother Gus's job is to ask question after question. Though Ollie is unwilling to admit it, he doesn't have all the answers. He can't even read, unlike Alys, the only girl and only friend he has outside of Gus.Meanwhile, a man who calls himself a geologist has arrived in town. Not only can he read books, he can read rocks, the first person that Ollie has ever seen who looks at rocks with fascination, not desperation. Most important, he knows how to stake a silver claim. So when Ollie, Gus, and Alys stumble upon a cave rich with silver and form a friendship with that geologist, the future suddenly looks good. The problem: Elijah Gatchett runs the Gulch and claims all its silver. Men have been kicked out--or shot at--for seeking it on their own. But for the kids, the only thing worse than their families staying under Gatchett's thumb is getting run out of town with not so much as a penny in their pockets.The kids are desperate to find an answer. It may lay in that dark cave. How Ollie, Gus, and Alys navigate all this--with a surprising ending--is an old-west adventure that has never been told before.
Max in the Land of Lies
Instant New York Times bestseller! USA Today bestseller! "A heartrending masterpiece of middle-grade historical fiction.″ -Booklist, starred review "The whip-smart combination of intrigue and adventure along with thought-provoking reflection makes for a nail-biting, laugh-out loud, stop-and-think read." -School Library Journal, starred review "A headlong thriller laced with provocative and topical historical truths." -Kirkus, starred review Max Bretzfeld is back in Berlin where his most dangerous mission is about to begin! The thrilling conclusion to the World War II spy duology that began with Max in the House of Spies. Max is on a mission.Well, two missions. One has been assigned by his British spymasters: Infiltrate the Funkhaus, the center of Nazi radio and propaganda. The other they have forbidden: Find his parents. Max Bretzfeld was willing to do anything to return to Germany, even become a British spy. Training complete and forged papers in hand, the radio wunderkind's missions have begun. But nothing is as he expected. His parents are missing. Nazi intelligence is watching him. And the lines between lies and truth are becoming more blurred every day. Max will need every tool at his disposal, from his radio expertise and spy training to the help of Berg and Stein, the immortal creatures living on his shoulders. Even so, there's no guarantee he'll make it out of Berlin alive.
The Ravenmaster's Boy
There's more to you than meets the eye...So many people tell Kit this that he thinks he must look very nondescript indeed. The thing is: they are right. Kit Wagstaffe, rescued from a plague cart, is taken into the household of the Ravenmaster at the Tower of London and learns how to speak the language of the big black birds, who are also not what they seem.It is 1536 and Kit's secret knowledge comes in handy when he wants to help the condemned Queen Anne. It is a time of treason, accusations and blood and there are moments when young Kit wonders if he will escape with his head.
The Bletchley Riddle
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - This thrilling WWII mystery--a collaboration between award-winning and bestselling authors Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin--is now in paperback! "Break out your Enigma machines! Sepetys and Sheinkin have written a thrilling World War II code-breaking adventure filled with ciphers, secrets, and spies."--Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee Five starred reviews - ALA Notable BookRemember, you are bound by the Official Secrets Act... Summer, 1940. Nineteen-year-old Jakob Novis and his quirky younger sister, Lizzie, share a love of riddles and puzzles. And now they're living inside of one. The quarrelsome siblings find themselves amid one of the greatest secrets of World War II--Britain's eccentric codebreaking factory at Bletchley Park. As Jakob joins Bletchley's top minds to crack the Nazi's Enigma cipher, fourteen-year-old Lizzie embarks on a mission to solve the mysterious disappearance of their mother. The Battle of Britain rages and Hitler's invasion creeps closer. And at the same time, baffling messages and codes arrive on their doorstep while a menacing inspector lurks outside the gates of the Bletchley mansion. Are the messages truly for them, or are they a trap? Could the riddles of Enigma and their mother's disappearance be somehow connected? Jakob and Lizzie must find a way to work together as they race to decipher clues that unravel a shocking puzzle that presents the ultimate challenge: How long must a secret be kept?
Yara's Green Hope
This series consists of children's storybooks written in the style of fairytales. Each book presents a complete narrative designed to introduce young readers to moral lessons, good behavior, and the value of curiosity. The stories employ elements of fantasy-such as talking animals, magical settings, and imaginative characters-to simplify complex ideas and make ethical principles accessible to children.The overarching purpose of the series is educational rather than purely entertaining. The narratives emphasize attitudes such as kindness, patience, honesty, generosity, and respect for others. In addition, they encourage children to ask questions about the world around them and to explore knowledge with a sense of wonder.Some of the volumes draw inspiration from Palestinian folklore, adapting traditional tales into a child-friendly format that preserves their cultural significance while highlighting universal values. Others are original stories crafted in the fairytale tradition but aligned with the same moral focus.Together, the books form a coherent collection that blends imagination with instruction, using storytelling as a medium for teaching character and ethical awareness in early childhood.This book; Yara's Green Hope is a children's story that combines elements of everyday life in Gaza with fairytale-style narrative. It follows Yara, a young girl who lives with her grandmother, Sitti Sabira, in a small village surrounded by olive trees and enduring the challenges of blockade and scarcity. Despite hardships, Yara and her grandmother find strength in their faith, patience, and in cultivating a small garden of herbs, which they sell in the market to provide for their needs. The story emphasizes resilience, gratitude, and the moral value of hard work, while portraying the bond between generations and the sustaining power of hope.The book also includes a traditional-style fairytale embedded within it: the tale of King Casimir, Princess Amira, and the ghoul Grime. This tale highlights bravery, cleverness, and the triumph of good over evil, as the young hero Hasan-helped by Willow-defeats the monster through courage and persistence.Together, these parallel narratives present a blend of cultural memory and universal moral lessons. The story of Yara reflects real struggles shaped by place and circumstance, while the fairytale offers a timeless allegory of faith, love, and perseverance. Both parts work in harmony to guide children toward understanding the values of patience, courage, kindness, and hope.
Seeds of Rebellion
What if you could travel back to the moment America was born?When Rose is catapulted from modern-day Williamsburg to 1774, she's plunged into a city alive with rebellion, danger, and secrets. With Pearl risking everything in the past and Nathaniel decoding clues in the present, Rose is swept into a dangerous plot on the eve of the American Revolution that could change history forever. Together, they must uncover hidden clues, face dangerous choices, and solve a mystery before history itself is rewritten.Seeds of Rebellion blends real history with thrilling adventure for readers 8-14. Perfect for fans of Magic Tree House, I Survived, and American Girl books.Welcome to the History Detective Club-where history doesn't feel like homework.And if you grew up with Nancy Drew, Trixie Belden, or The Hardy Boys, you'll love sharing this mystery series with your child.
Village of Scoundrels
In Village of Scoundrels, Newbery Honor recipient Margi Preus tells the incredible true story of a group of French teenagers who helped save refugees in WWII. Based on the true story of the French villagers in WWII who saved thousands of Jews, this compelling novel tells how a group of young teenagers stood up for what is right. Among them is a young Jewish boy who learns to forge documents to save his mother and later goes on to save hundreds of lives with his forgery skills. There is also a girl who overcomes her fear to carry messages for the Resistance. And a boy who smuggles people into Switzerland. But there is always the threat that they will be caught: A policeman is sent to keep an eye on them, German soldiers reside in a local hotel, and eventually the Gestapo arrives, armed with guns and a list of names. As the knot tightens, the young people must race against time to bring their friends to safety. "Preus conveys the tales of heroism and resistance of the village teens with a story that is filled with suspense and intrigue . . . Readers will be inspired by these teens that stood for what is right and who, through their actions, saved the lives." --School Library Connection (Starred Review)
Under the London Sky
A thrilling YA historical fiction novel from renowned children's author, Anna Woltz A Telegraph best new children's book A Daily Mail book of the year London, September 1940. Deep in the Underground, taking shelter from the bombs, four teenagers meet. Without the Blitz, they never would have met. Fourteen-year-old Ella walks with a limp. Some days, she feels like a laughing stock. Other days, like no one sees her at all. Quinn is fifteen, fancy and fearless. She's run away from home with a bag of family jewels and big ideas about changing the world. Jack is sixteen and doesn't care about anything anymore - he's already lost it all. And then there's Sebastian, Quinn's older brother. He used to be her hero. Until he became a traitor A coming-of-age historical novel for teens from internationally bestselling children's author, Anna Woltz.
Faraway Home
Karl and Rosa's family watch in horror as Hitler's troops parade down the streets of their home city -- Vienna. It has become very dangerous to be a Jew in Austria, and after their uncle is sent to Dachau, Karl and Rosa's parents decide to send the children out of the country on a Kindertransport, one of the many ships carrying refugee children away from Nazi danger.Isolated and homesick, Karl ends up in Millisle, a run-down farm in Ards in Northern Ireland, which has become a Jewish refugee centre, while Rosa is fostered by a local family.Hard work on the farm keeps Karl occupied, although he still waits desperately for any news from home. Then he makes friends with locals Peewee and Wee Billy, and also with the girls from neutral Dublin who come to help on the farm, especially Judy. But Northern Ireland is in the war too, with rationing and air-raid warnings, and, in April 1941 the bombs of the Belfast Blitz bring the reality of war right to their doorstep.And for Karl and Rosa and the other refugees there is the constant fear that they may never see their parents again.Based on a true story -- there was a refugee farm at Millisle and among its occupants was a young boy called Karl.
In The Line
A spirited underdog tale that crackles with the energy of the locker room and the moral weight of the classroom In The Line returns to inspire a new generation. Set in the early 20th century, this coming of age story follows a group of American schoolboys navigating high school athletics, romantic rivalries, and the tests of character that define youth sports. With vivid scenes of football practice, locker-room camaraderie, and decisive game-day moments, the novel explores teamwork and friendship, sportsmanship values, and character development as boys grow into men. Balanced between fast-paced action and reflective moral lessons, it reads as both an inspirational sports story and a thoughtful young adult sports novel. Long out of print, this classic sports literature gem by Albertus T. Dudley has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions. Meticulous editing preserves Dudley s early 20th century fiction voice while making the text accessible for today s readers students, coaches, collectors, and classic literature lovers alike. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector s item and cultural treasure: restored for today s and future generations with a fresh foreword and archival-quality formatting. Perfect for fans of high school athletics tales and anyone drawn to American school life, In The Line is a timeless reminder that courage, loyalty, and integrity are the real victories. Rediscover a cornerstone of classic sports literature.
Army Boys Marching Into Germany
A rousing march into history follow the Stars and Stripes as young American soldiers cross the Rhine in a vivid World War I adventure that blends courage, camaraderie, and coming-of-age drama. Army Boys Marching Into Germany: Or, Over The Rhine With The Stars And Stripes by Homer Randall follows a band of spirited young recruits as they advance into Germany during the waning days of the Great War. Equal parts military fiction and adventurous youth tale, this historical war novel captures patrols, skirmishes, and the quieter moments of friendship that define American soldiers in Germany. Readers will find brisk action, heartfelt patriotism, and authentic period detail that illuminate early 20th century military history and the Rhine River campaign through the eyes of eager, untested boys turned veterans. Long out of print, this classic wartime literature has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector s item and cultural treasure meticulously edited for clarity, rebuilt for durability, and presented for today s readers and future generations. Perfect for fans of patriotic youth stories, Homer Randall books, and anyone seeking young adult war stories or the army boys series that shaped a generation s view of service and sacrifice. A must-have for casual readers and classic literature collectors alike, this volume revives a spirited slice of history: the Stars and Stripes on the Rhine, told as only early 20th century military fiction can.
In The Days Of The Guild
A lost world of hammers, hemp, and honor comes alive step into the bustling workshops and shadowed lanes of medieval Europe where guilds shaped every life. Louise Lamprey s In The Days Of The Guild is a vivid historical fiction that follows young apprentices, master artisans, and the fierce customs of guild life as they navigate craft, loyalty, and coming-of-age in the Middle Ages. Rich with scenes of medieval trade, craftsmanship stories, and artisan tales, the novel blends educational fiction and historical adventure to teach readers about guild rules, market fairs, and the pride of workmanship that defined an era. Lamprey s storytelling brings to life the rhythms of daily toil, the intrigue of apprenticeship, and the communal spirit that forged towns and trades. This edition from Alpha Editions restores a title long out of print for decades, carefully revised and presented for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this volume is a collector s item and cultural treasure ideal for casual readers who crave immersive middle ages storytelling and classic literature collectors seeking a restored gem. Perfect for young readers historical collections, classroom libraries, and anyone fascinated by medieval guilds, medieval Europe, and the human stories behind artisan traditions. Rediscover a lost chapter of history through the eyes of those who made it where every trade had rules, every tool had meaning, and every tale was hammered into the fabric of the guild.
Hans Brinker; Or, The Silver Skates
An unforgettable winter adventure that will steal your heart at first glide Hans Brinker; Or, The Silver Skates returns as a restored classic for a new generation. Mary Mapes Dodge s beloved Dutch winter tale follows brave Hans Brinker and his sister Gretel as they skate the frozen canals of the 19th-century Netherlands, dreaming of the coveted silver skates and struggling to keep their family afloat. Equal parts ice skating story, family adventure, and moral lesson, this young adult classic weaves competitions on the canal with quieter acts of courage from selfless sacrifice to the boy who helps avert a disastrous breach in the dike creating a moving portrait of honor, perseverance, and small-town heroism. First published in 1865, this seminal piece of classic children's literature helped shape historical fiction and winter sports novels for young readers worldwide. Dodge s sensitive storytelling offers both lively outdoor scenes and timeless moral lessons, making the book as appealing to casual readers as to collectors and scholars of 19th-century Netherlands life. This edition from Alpha Editions marks the return of a book that was out of print for decades. Carefully restored and republished for today s and future generations, this volume is more than a reprint it s a collector s item and cultural treasure, enriched for modern readers while preserving Dodge s original charm. Perfect for lovers of Hans Brinker, The Silver Skates, historical fiction, and enduring tales of family and courage.
Alexander the Great
Newly translated, this classic novel is sure to delight readers of all ages as it explores the legendary conqueror's life, ambitions, and humanity.Nikos Kazantzakis's Alexander the Great is a biographical novel about one of antiquity's greatest political and military leaders. In Kazantzakis's story, Alexander of Macedonia does not conquer for conquest's sake; instead, he seeks to spread the light of Hellenism to the known world, unite humanity through Greek ideals and culture, and bring together East and West.The story begins in Pella, the lavish capital of Macedonia, in the fourth century BCE. A teenager named Stefanos rushes to the royal stadium for a remarkable event that has drawn every male citizen of this capital city: the taming of a wild and uniquely powerful horse named Bucephalus. Relying on raw strength and force, even seasoned generals fail to subdue Bucephalus; but through skill, kindness, and insight, the fifteen-year-old Alexander is able to befriend the beast. Alexander's symbolic taming of chaos foretells his rise to power and demonstrates the qualities he will carry with him throughout his lifelong campaign of conquest.Through the eyes of Stefanos, who becomes Alexander's personal attendant and most trusted companion, Kazantzakis follows the Macedonian army through triumphant campaigns across Persia, Egypt, and India, greatly expanding the boundaries of the ancient Hellenic world. Kazantzakis presents Alexander not only as an ingenious military strategist but also as a reflective human being. Alexander oscillates between the human and the divine but will ultimately be betrayed by the former. Kazantzakis narrates Alexander's struggles and conquests all the way to Babylon, where he meets his untimely death at just thirty-three years of age.This iconic novel also explores Alexander's profound relationship with his mentor, Aristotle, who instills in him a lifelong thirst for knowledge. Alexander the Great offers a compelling blend of history, myth, and philosophy and will appeal to readers fascinated by ancient Greece, epic heroes, and humanity's timeless quest for the meaning of life.
Lucky Dog Comes Home
A WWII veteran finds joy in his community as the new mailman, who, along with a few dogs, brings hope back to a grieving community. George lives a peaceful life on his family farm in Indiana until he is recruited for the US army for WWII. While George longed to go back home throughout the war, home is a very different place when he returns. His family farm has been sold and George must find a new job. Though he swore he would never wear a uniform again, George becomes a letter carrier. Then, something unexpected and miraculous happens--friendly neighborhood dogs begin following him on his daily route. As the parade of dogs quickly grows each day, so too does the joy spread in a community still healing from loss. John Spray's stepfather is the inspiration behind the character George, who was a celebrated WWII veteran and post-war letter carrier--loved by both the people and dogs in his small town, Lafayette, Indiana. Scot Ritchie illustrates with powerful depth and humor. .
Can You Keep a Secret?
Set in a rural town in South West France from 1940 to 1944, Can You Keep a Secret? examines the effect of the German occupation on the community, as seen through the eyes of a nine-year-old child. Living with a teenage brother and parents who own a caf矇 in the market square, the child regularly escapes to a secret world in the forests to play with friends. Meanwhile, the atmosphere in the town progressively darkens, and the caf矇 becomes central to the operation of the local black market and the growing resistance movement. The child's curiosity is later aroused by the arrival of a mysterious female guest who takes a room above the caf矇, and soon the adult world of a secret agent and the child's world of secret hideouts become inextricably entangled. Intended for young readers, the good vs. evil tale in this book illustrates the importance of honesty, reliability, and trustworthiness against the backdrop of wartime resistance in occupied France.
Everything Is Poison
This historical novel in prose and verse tells the story of a deadly secret hiding in plain sight and of the women who risk everything to provide care for those with nowhere else to turn, perfect for fans of Blood Water Paint and The Lost Apothecary. Early Seventeenth-Century RomeFor as long as she can remember, Carmela Tofana has desperately wanted one thing: to be allowed behind the counter of her mother's apothecary in Campo Marzio, Rome. When she turns sixteen, she's finally allowed into the inner sanctum: the workroom where her mother, Giulia Tofana, and two assistants craft renowned remedies for their customers. But for every sweet-smelling flower extract in the workroom, there's another potion requiring darker ingredients. And then there's Aqua Tofana, the apothecary's remedy of last resort for husbands who are just as deadly as any disease. In all Carmela's years of wishing to follow in her mother's footsteps, she never realized one tiny vial could be the death of them all. One the Chicago Public Library's Best Books of the Year
The Kennedy Chronicles
The 21st century teenage experience of living for God is one like none other. Times have changed but God still remains true to His Word no matter the situation. Meet Kennedy, a Bi-racial fourteen year old whose life is turned upside down during a freak rainstorm in Southern California. But after the Event that steals the life of her little sister and the soul of her African-American mother, her Caucasian father goes into survival mode, leaving her and twin brother KJ to fend for themselves. Just when things are on the brink of spinning out of control, Grandma - a God fearing, faith-filled woman - steps in and moves the family to Virginia to help nurse her daughter back to health and to get the family back on track. The Kennedy Chronicles: Losing Rylie is the first in a trilogy that takes its readers through a myriad of emotions that deal with authentic, humorous, mildly romantic, and sensitive situations. It is far from a fairy-tale and modern readers with even a hint of spirituality will relate to the challenges faced by Kennedy and her family and find inspiration in her journey. It speaks to a relationship with a true God and deals with the age-old question, "Why does God let bad things happen to good people?" It delves into the heart, soul, and mind of today's teenager with all of the pressures of just living in this fallen world. What will life bring her in Virginia? Will her mom ever snap out of her depression? And does God really hear her when she cries?Endorsement: Through heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, Kennedy's struggle in being a minority, a Christian, and a teenage girl were not only relatable, but real life issues. Losing Rylie, put me through a myriad of emotions. I laughed, blushed, cried, and got angry right along with Kennedy. I felt what she felt and her experiences turned into mine as well. As a Christian teenager in modern America, I understand how easy it can be to slip away from God and into the world. Losing Rylie presented Kennedy to me as not only a role model, but also as an example of how to come to God with all of my issues and struggles, especially when times get tough.-Madison K. - age 17; James Wood High SchoolAbout the Author: Clarissa Lee-Kennerly knew at an early age that God called her to write. Compelled to write more personal non-fiction novels like "My Husband's Not Saved" which was published in 2008, and having worked with teenagers all of her careers, she was inspired to write a contemporary novel that teens today can relate to and still experience God's love. She resides in Virginia with her husband and two childrenÿ?
The Sky We Shared
In this thoughtful and deftly woven WWII novel, an American and a Japanese teen with lives on opposite ends of the world discover that hate for an "enemy" leaves a heavy heart.In southern Japan, Tamiko spends her time writing in her diary, dreaming of making theatrical costumes, and praying her brother Kyo makes it back from the war. She wishes she could be brave like him and help the war effort. In rural Oregon, Nellie spends her time lying in the grass, studying the stars, and wishing for her pa to return from the war. She also wishes the boy next door, Joey, would talk to her again like he used to. Soon the girls' lives become inextricably linked. Tamiko and her classmates are brought to a damp, repurposed theater to make large paper balloons to help the military. No one knows what they are for. Nellie and her classmates ration food, work in salvage drives, and support their community. No one knows what's coming. Based on Japan's Project Fu-Go during the last stretch of World War II, The Sky We Shared uses the alternating perspectives of Nellie and Tamiko to depict the shared tragedies of two countries at war.
Son of an Earl. . . Sold for a Slave
A young Scottish lord is kidnapped and sent to colonial America as a bonded servant.
Traitor's Heart
A healer forced to destroy. A warrior forced to betray. In the shadow of rebellion, every choice leaves a scar.Aliwyn awakens to chaos as tragedy strikes the rebels' ship. As loyalties fracture and danger closes in, she must betray the knight who holds her heart or watch innocent lives burn in England's destruction.Desperate to reclaim his honor, Matthew forges an uneasy alliance with the Vasfian chief, Reiya. His quest to save Aliwyn becomes a journey of devastating revelations as he uncovers Aelfric's secret double life. Each step toward redemption forces him to choose between duty to the crown and the people he's sworn to protect.With a rebel-Danish alliance threatening to shatter England, Matthew and Aliwyn must navigate a treacherous web of deception and shifting alliances. Only one thing is certain: their choices will either save the kingdom or destroy it.Traitor's Heart is a triple-POV, magic-free historical fantasy with: Slowburn forbidden romance (two couples)BromanceComplex, compelling charactersVikings, Celts, and Norman knights clashing over gunpowder in an alternative medieval worldExplosive maritime battlesIf you love swoony, clean romance and page-turning suspense, grab Traitor's Heart today!What Readers are Saying★★★★★ "Kyrie Wang does a tremendous job expanding her world in this second installment in her Enemy's Keeper series. The stakes are higher. The characters are deeper. And the journey to the end will have you sitting at the edge of your seat...Definitely recommend this book if you're a lover of heroic, troubled knights, fearless warrior women, and heart-gripping romances." - Goodreads★★★★★ "The character transformations are among the best I've ever encountered. It's a wild ride, guys. Buckle up����" - Goodreads
Halloween on the Butterfield Trail
It's Halloween in 1860, wolves are howling, and bats are flying across the face of the moon. Eleven-year-old Bird and his twin brother are on a Butterfield stage headed across the Red River into Texas. Even though their father is the driver, the next several miles will be scary. Night has fallen, and the dark woods may be full of spooks, ghost bells, glowing tombstones, headless horsemen, wandering spirits, and forked-tail terrors.When the brothers meet up with Zeb, an enslaved boy, they face the woods' chilling possibilities as they set out for buried treasure that could buy Zeb his freedom. Even if they find it, who would drive the stagecoach if no one else is able? What would happen if the stage escaped the woods, only to get caught in a buffalo stampede? And what would the boys do if they learn that the treasure was stolen from hardworking folks?Even as the three boys forge a friendship, Bird grapples with a central question: Why can't he and Zeb just be boys around one other? Instead, adults require Zeb to call him Massa Bird, an example of the deference an enslaved person is expected to pay even a fellow youngster.A closing chapter tells the history and folklore (personally collected by the author) behind the story and suggests books for further reading.
Last Timekeepers - Books 1-3
Books 1-3 in the Last Timekeepers series by Sharon Ledwith, now available in one volume!The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis: After 13-year-old Amanda Sault and her classmates uncover a mysterious stone arch, they learn that it's an ancient portal created by the lost civilization of Atlantis. Chosen by an Atlantean Magus, Amanda and her companions are swept into the secret world of the Timekeepers: legendary guardians entrusted with preserving history from a sinister force known as Belial.The Last Timekeepers and the Dark Secret: In Nazi-occupied Amsterdam during World War 2, the Last Timekeepers are tasked with locating an ancient book before it falls into enemy hands. With help from the Dutch Resistance and a mysterious baron, they must stay one step ahead of a regime determined to silence the truth.The Last Timekeepers and the Noble Slave: On his third Timekeeper mission, eleven-year-old Drake Bailey must confront a dark chapter of history: the antebellum South. In a time of fear and cruelty, Drake must outwit his captors, protect a vital bloodline, and find the courage to break the chains that threaten to destroy him. Do the Timekeepers have what it takes to complete their mission and protect the timeline?
Last Timekeepers - Books 1-3
Books 1-3 in the Last Timekeepers series by Sharon Ledwith, now available in one volume!The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis: After 13-year-old Amanda Sault and her classmates uncover a mysterious stone arch, they learn that it's an ancient portal created by the lost civilization of Atlantis. Chosen by an Atlantean Magus, Amanda and her companions are swept into the secret world of the Timekeepers: legendary guardians entrusted with preserving history from a sinister force known as Belial.The Last Timekeepers and the Dark Secret: In Nazi-occupied Amsterdam during World War 2, the Last Timekeepers are tasked with locating an ancient book before it falls into enemy hands. With help from the Dutch Resistance and a mysterious baron, they must stay one step ahead of a regime determined to silence the truth.The Last Timekeepers and the Noble Slave: On his third Timekeeper mission, eleven-year-old Drake Bailey must confront a dark chapter of history: the antebellum South. In a time of fear and cruelty, Drake must outwit his captors, protect a vital bloodline, and find the courage to break the chains that threaten to destroy him. Do the Timekeepers have what it takes to complete their mission and protect the timeline?
Here's How You Fly
Josh Marshall is suffering. He's 14 years old. His parents are divorced. He's moved all the way across the country, and the drugs and alcohol he's discovered simply aren't working anymore. Only his best friend, a girl named Melody Fisher, offers him solace.Then, one night, the frayed strings holding Josh's life together unravel. But our darkest moments can always lead to salvation.When Josh winds up in an adolescent rehab facility, he has no choice but to confront all the anger and fear that tortures him and start a journey that reveals what it truly means to fly.
The Elixir
Dive into a spellbinding adventure featuring witchfinders, mystery ... and a young Isaac Newton! (Dyslexia-friendly). With a witchfinder skulking about town, gifted healer Ann and a young Isaac Newton must be careful not to draw too much attention in this high-stakes story from Lindsay Galvin. Will the discovery of the Elixir of Life lead to a death sentence for a talented young healer? Ann Storer has inherited her grandmother's mysterious gift of healing, which she shares through the special tinctures she dispenses in her family's apothecary shop. When she combines her talents with the genius of a young Isaac Newton, recently arrived to board above the shop, the two create an incredible elixir with seemingly unlimited powers. But seventeenth-century England is a dangerous time to display any special abilities, and Ann must hide all evidence when witch-hunter Abel Geach arrives in town. So when the plague starts to run rife and those she loves are in danger, will Ann risk everything to help them? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
My Backyard Used to Be
My backyard is where we play and learn, but it wasn't always my backyard... Hit rewind on the view out your backdoor as this story zips back in time, showing readers how people, lifestyles, and land have changed over time. My Backyard Used to Be makes history feel current and accessible to young readers--and encourages them to discover what their own backyard used to be.
Out of the Dark
Kathleen Thomas is a twelve-year-old girl living in occupied Denmark during World War II. When she falls into a mysterious hole in the woods near her adopted aunts' house, she loses her beloved Bible and meets a boy named Jack, the first of many compelling strangers to stumble into her life. A teenage Nazi, a baker's apprentice with a tragic past, and a little girl forced to hide in a closet-all are connected, but how? When Jack's friend is captured by the Nazis, Kathleen takes action and finds herself plunged into danger. But light can be found in the darkest places, and as friends emerge from the shadows, Kathleen makes discoveries that change her forever: loving one's enemies and embracing the family God grants us.
Murasaki
The thrilling conclusion to Seasons of the Sword!Can one girl survive?An easy mission promises to be Risuko's lastKano Murasaki (called Risuko), Emi, and Toumi are on accompanying a spoiled young noblewoman to her wedding. What should be a simple assignment-get the bride to the wedding, make sure she's properly dressed-is anything but.Because someone wants the lady dead.And because Risuko and her friends aren't just lady's maids. They are kunoichi.Trained spies, assassins... and in this case, bodyguards.The wedding-which Risuko herself negotiated at sword-point-has the potential to unite the most powerful clans in Japan under a single banner, ending over a century of bloodshed. And so Risuko must do everything that she can to keep the brat of a princess safe and deliver her to her groom. Failure would mean death not only for the bride and her bodyguards. It might mean another hundred years of destruction for the whole empire.Along the way, Risuko and her friends must confront hidden enemies and uncover who is behind the plot. She must confront the ghosts of her past to become, finally, herself.Can Risuko survive?Can Risuko kill?Seasons of the Sword: Risuko (Winter)Bright Eyes (Spring)Kano (Summer)Murasaki (Autumn)(Young adult historical adventure; Japanese Civil War)
The Winding Road
Rokhl Feygenberg became one of the youngest authors published in Yiddish when her autobiographical debut novel, originally called My Childhood Years, was released serially in 1905. This fictionalized account of her own rough childhood in a small Belarusian shtetl in the 1890s is framed by the deaths of her father when she was five and that of her mother when she was fourteen. Forced to provide and care for her family, the narrator finds escape through books and is inspired by them to invent an alternate fantasy life for herself, transforming the challenges of her everyday into a dreamscape world of city life and romance. In Tamara T. Helfer's masterful translation, the narrator describes her fictional village of Bulin, deep in wild swampland and forests, far away from the world of books where she finds solace. Readers are enmeshed in the daily rituals of rural Jewish life, following the narrator through her long days of labor and caring for family. Her story, at times funny, at times full of pathos, is a clear-eyed description of youthful imaginings with three-dimensional, flawed characters, and vivid descriptions of everyday shtetl life. The Winding Road presents an unvarnished portrait of nineteenth-century Jewish life and offers readers a deeper understanding of the vast distance turn-of-the-century women traveled to find a fully realized life.
Surf Soup The Chinese Herb Store
Step into the world of Surf Soup(R), where seeds grow into stories and love blooms everywhere.In Surf Soup(R) Chinese Herbs, Little Donna and her friends explore the family garden and Great-Grandpa's Chinese Herb Store, tucked right next to Grandma's laundry.When Donna gets a tummy ache, Great-Grandpa gently checks her pulse and selects herbs from the garden to make a warm, soothing tea.This heartwarming story celebrates family, tradition, and the legacy of Chinese American herbal shops, including the historic Chew Kee Store in Fiddletown, California. Includes a kid-friendly herb glossary.Ages 5-12
We Bury Nothing
In 1943, German soldier Erich Stein is captured by the Allies and imprisoned at Camp 43 in Canada, where he begins to question everything he once believed about what it means to be "a good German." In present day, Keira Martin lands a summer internship at the museum built atop Camp 43 to work on a historical true crime research project: solving the murder of Erich Stein in 1945. But when a fellow intern drowns under suspicious circumstances, Keira unveils a potential connection between the two deaths involving the Hoppers, a politically powerful family on the museum board pushing anti-2SLGBTQ+ policies. The Hopper Scholarship is Keira's only hope to afford her dream university, but the more secrets she digs up from the past, the less certain she is about her own future ...
Gathering Words
"My teacher received it from his teacher, and he from his predecessor; thus, the prophetic knowledge was narrated through an unbroken chain of trust and devotion."This is the journey of a seeker of knowledge -the muhaddith- and the story of his quest for the Prophet's legacy. From Samarkand to Bukhara, Basra to the Haramayn, his path is marked by both ease and hardship, his only companion a journal-a risala that chronicles his pilgrimage. Life fades, but the written word endures.In Gathering Words, the author blends fiction and reality, shifting perspectives between an omniscient observer and the intimate reflections of a young scholar in the second century Hijri. We enter the world of hadith circles. scholarly methods, and revered teachers. Each step draws us closer to the living tradition of the Prophet.Part novel, part academic exploration, this work. captures the spirit of medieval Islamic scholarship, inviting readers to experience the enduring legacy of the Prophet and the unending pursuit of truth.
The Spy in the Museum
This riveting, "visually stunning" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) picture book biography tells the true story of Rose Valland's valiant efforts to save thousands of works of art during World War II by becoming a spy in her own museum. Rose Valland loved art. When the Nazis invaded Paris during World War II and took over her beloved museum, Rose could have fled. But who would save the artwork? So, Rose remained and saw how she was underestimated by the soldiers for being a quiet, unassuming woman. She knew it was the time to act. And Rose had a secret weapon: she could speak German. She listened, kept track of all the stolen art, and saved what she could. Rose became a spy. And in the end, she saved thousands of works of art.
Reach for the Sky: How Two Brothers Built an Airplane in Chinatown
As the Great Depression brought families and cities to their knees, Robert Shun Wong and his younger brother Tommy, dreamed of flying. Money was tight, racial discrimination was high and times were tough. But in the heart of Vancouver's Chinatown, the two brothers built a single-seat plane - a Pietenpol Sky Scout. Pushing the boundaries of their world, Robert and Tommy were soon flying beyond their wildest dreams! This inspiring true story, by Robert's daughter Evelyn Wong, tells of the pioneering years in aviation and the incredible contributions made by the Chinese Canadian community. Reach for the Sky invites young readers to test their limits and set their eyes beyond the horizon.
The hunters of Puno
One fateful day 9000 years ago in the high Andes Mountains, Warawara and Phaxsi successfully hunted two adult vicu簽a with their atlatls (spear throwers)--but they also inadvertently orphaned a baby vicu簽a. Wiskachita, their young daughter, pleaded to spare the cr穩a's life, but the small community of five families desperately needed the clothing and food it could provide. That night in their ichu grass house, Warawara and Phaxsi hatched a plan. They sheared the animal's fine wool and wove it into a baby's hat. The next morning, they presented the hat to a family in need and convinced the community to work together in caring for the cr穩a. In that moment, a little vicu簽a became a community member and the first vicu簽a in a herd that would grow to provide the community with warm clothing for life in the cold mountains. The story of Warawara, Phaxsi, Wiskachita, and their community was co-created by members of the Peruvian Aymara community of Mulla Fasiri and archaeologists from Peru and the US. It is based on traditional Aymara knowledge and archaeological excavations at the 9000-year-old site of Wilamaya Patjxa. Not only is this a story of a strong, innovative family, but it is also the story of a strong Aymara culture whose innovations have enhanced the modern world. In order to make the story accessible to different audiences, we tell the story in three languages-Aymara, Spanish, and English.Un d穩a memorable, hace 9000 a簽os, en las altas monta簽as de los Andes, Warawara y Phaxsi utilizando sus est籀licas para lanzar dardos, cazaron con 矇xito dos vicu簽as adultas sin darse cuenta de que dejaban atr獺s a una cr穩a hu矇rfana. Wiskachita, su peque簽a hija, suplic籀 que perdonaran la vida de la cr穩a, pero la comunidad, compuesta por cinco familias, necesitaba desesperadamente la ropa y el alimento que los animales pod穩an proporcionar. Esa noche, en su casa de ichu, Warawara y Phaxsi idearon un plan. Esquilaron la fina lana del animal y la tejieron en un gorro para beb矇. A la ma簽ana siguiente, regalaron el gorro a una familia necesitada y convencieron a la comunidad de cuidar en conjunto a la cr穩a. En ese momento, una peque簽a vicu簽a se convirti籀 en miembro de la comunidad y en la primera de una manada que, con el tiempo, proveer穩a a la gente de ropa de abrigo esencial para sobrevivir en las fr穩as alturas andinas. La historia de Warawara, Phaxsi, Wiskachita y su comunidad fue co-creada por miembros de la comunidad aymara peruana de Mulla Fasiri junto con arque籀logos de Per繳 y Estados Unidos. Se basa tanto en el conocimiento tradicional aymara como en los hallazgos de las excavaciones arqueol籀gicas realizadas en el sitio de Wilamaya Patjxa, con una antig羹edad de 9000 a簽os. No solo es la historia de una familia fuerte e innovadora, sino tambi矇n la de una cultura aymara resiliente, cuyas contribuciones han enriquecido el mundo moderno. Con el fin de hacer esta historia accesible a diversos p繳blicos, la contamos en tres idiomas: aymara, espa簽ol e ingl矇s.
White House on Fire! (White House Clubhouse #2)
When the clubhouse fills with smoke, Marissa and Clara Suarez escape through one of its doors--and find themselves in James Madison's presidency, with the White House and capital city set on fire by invading British troops! With an iconic portrait of George Washington in hand, they race through the countryside as the War of 1812 rages all around them. Over rough roads, on sailing ships, and on the ramparts of Baltimore's Fort McHenry, Marissa and Clara help save a young nation (and play a part in writing "The Star-Spangled Banner") while confronting the contradictions that challenge what it means to be free.Funny, fast-paced, and filled with wholesome adventure, White House on Fire! continues Sean O'Brien's exciting middle grade series that "masterfully weaves together history, adventure, and purpose" (Ruby Shamir).
Ethan's Challenge
Gather the family for an exciting read about Paul's first missionary journey! Thirteen-year-old Ethan is happiest when he's hiding between sacks of grain in his mother's storeroom. There, he's safe from the world and doesn't have to be brave or clever like his grandfather Jotham or his father, Amon. But with his famous relatives, Ethan seems destined--or maybe doomed--for adventure. Before long, Ethan is hundreds of miles from home on a journey with the most famous Christian missionary, running from an angry mob wielding clubs and axes and wanting to kill them. How in the world did he end up here? As a reluctant Ethan travels with Paul, Barnabas, and Mark, he begins to learn the importance of courage in the face of trials and of sharing the good news of Jesus. Readers of all ages will enjoy the real events and places of Acts 13-15 from the relatable perspective of thirteen-year-old Ethan, who is the descendant of the beloved characters from Arnold Ytreeide's hugely popular Christmas and Easter series. This is the perfect read for families at any time of the year.
Deetjen's Closet
❖ First Place Winner: Gertrude Warner Middle Grade Fiction Awards (CIBA)❖ Best Book Awards Finalist 2025❖ Fiction Cover Design Awards Shortlist (CIBA)It's bad enough being the new kid, but now Sara's secret belief in magic is about to go viral all over school, thanks to the Terrible Twins. To save her own skin-and even magic itself-she must prove magic exists. And fast!Help comes from some ghostly allies she literally stumbles into, deep in an old hotel closet-ghost clothes. Yes, ghost clothes! Worn by real historical characters.Together, the ghost clothes and Sara come up with a plan. And it just might work! Now, whether Sara has the courage to carry it out and face her tormentors...that's another matter. But what really does matter? Being right or being a friend?Reviews: "...a fascinating, original supernatural twist to historical facts, adding real-world substance with coastal travel highlights, a grade-schooler's relatable issues, and a touch mystery from the distant past."-Kirkus Reviews"There's never been a trip up California's Highway One...filled with such adventure. An overnight stop at the real Deetjen's Inn in Big Sur uncovers a series of supernatural encounters with an amazing cast of historical characters." -Dan Krieger, Professor Emeritus of History, Calif. Polytechnic Univ. and Liz Krieger, Retired County Librarian
The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle
From the author of the My Weird School books, an adventure story that spans centuries and continents. In Central Park, New York, stands Cleopatra's Needle. But what do you know about? Did you know that thousands of people worked in 1461 BCE to build it? Then hundreds more moved it, and erected it in Alexandria, where it stood for 3,000 years? So how did a monolith weighing over 200 tons get moved all the way to New York City--and in the 19th Century, no less? In this historical fiction account by bestselling author Dan Gutman, five kids who watched the Needle at each phase of its history recount the daring story of how something that seemed to be impossible -and that nearly ended in disaster--finally succeeded against all odds. Including photos, diagrams, and illustrations, this book will leave history lovers and fans of problem solving astounded at all that was accomplished. And best of all, it will leave middle grade readers feeling they've just watched a really good movie--they'll hardly even realize they were reading. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Knitting Knights
Who knew a knitting needle could be mightier than the sword?In a land of glittering armour and gallant knights, the king is in quite a pickle! Trolls have stolen his underwear and are causing chaos in the kingdom.Despite the best efforts of many strong and shining knights, no one can outwit the mischievous trolls. Yet just when hope seems lost, an unlikely hero steps forward - armed not with a sword, but with knitting needles! With a quick wit and nimble hands, this humble knight weaves a clever trap that saves the day.Join the king, the trolls, and the unexpected hero in this whimsical tale of bravery, creativity... and the magic of knitting!
Shroud of Ice
Guided only by the stars and the memory of Mara's eyes, Ankwar's village pariah Gaspare forges paths over desolate mountains and raging rapids to find his way back to his village. If he loses his focus or abandons his nerve, he will never know the freedom and power of being Ankwar's destined redeemer. Yet if he succeeds, Gaspare risks losing forever his chance at happiness with the one whose eyes haunt him and lead him home. Gaspare's greatest fear becomes his looming reality as he claims his calling and risks losing Mara once again. Based on the real life of ?tzi the Iceman, murdered over 5,000 years ago, the historical fiction Shroud of Ice searches for answers to the haunting echoes of will we ever be enough. Gaspare in the role of ?tzi is a call to stand one last time against the darkness because not all who are dead are silent.
Afia the Brave Swimmer
Looking for an engaging book to teach children about being brave, selfless, and the importance of extracurricular activities? This is it! A sequel to the Bestselling title, Afia the Ashanti Princess. Afia's adventures in Ghana are far from over. In this second book, she dives deep only to find at the bottom her courage and selfless love for her closest ones. Care to join Afia for this deep dive? This is the second book in the Ashanti Princess and Prince book series. The purpose of this book series is to: 1.Emphasize the importance of diverse representation in children's books;2.Introduce young girls and boys of diverse backgrounds to stories which allow them to relate to the main characters;3.Encourage children to learn about their family history and cultural heritage;4.Empower children to develop self-confidence and a sense of pride in their diverse family backgrounds; and5.Inspire all readers to develop an interest in learning more about African history and culture. Age range: 5-8 years old
Freckles the Fawn - The Story of a Friendship
A unique true story of a friendship between an orphaned antelope fawn and a girl. Set in Tanganyika (East Africa) in 1951, he becomes her shadow and is accepted by the dogs and cats. He takes a fancy to the African cook Hamisi who features strongly through the story, won't tolerate the socks knitted by the girl to prevent slipping on polished floors and solves the problem by crossing on his knees, falls into a deep hole while a marauding leopard attacks the cattle boma and mauls a young calf, "rides" bareback with the girl on Snuff, the girl's white pony, is mistaken for a dog and given a plate of raw meat by a hotel waiter, has several swims in the pool with the girl, loves a bath and eats the soap. On reaching maturity, he uses his sharp four-inch horns effectively when playfully butting the dogs and the girl. Becomes more aggressive occasionally and, as a yearling, gradually goes wild and inevitably finds a mate and returns to his natural habitat. Valerie Helps was born in London and grew up in East Africa. Widely travelled she has lived in Australia, Greece and France where she established herself as a successful non-fiction writer and illustrator. Her short stories, poetry and children's books have been published in major newspapers and journals worldwide. She now lives in Sydney close to her family.
