Bellegarde
Ooh la la! A historical rom-com with a modern twist--perfect for fans of Bridgerton, A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue, and She's All That. Evie Clement has perfected the art of avoiding attention as she works at her family's bakery and dreams of a life where she can trade dusting flour for designing dresses. Her focus is on honing her sewing skills--she doesn't need to be fawned over by some teenage boy.Least of all Beau Bellegarde--the playboy of Paris, the second son of the ultra-wealthy Bellegarde family, the most popular guy in their prestigious high school. Others may swoon over his rakish charm and winning smile, but not Evie.Unfortunately for Evie, Beau needs her. His conniving step-brother has roped him into an impossible bet: turn the biggest wallflower they know into the winning Bellegarde Bloom at the annual Court of Flowers Ball, or lose his entire fortune.Evie can't understand why Beau has taken an interest in her, but she can't help but be intrigued...Can love bloom in the most unexpected of places?"The She's All That historical romance retelling of my dreams! When I wasn't savoring the lush, descriptive prose, I was eagerly devouring the smart, perfectly paced, heart-pounding romance. There's no doubt about it: Jamie Lilac makes a sparkling debut." --Brian Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country
Yonder
From Ali Standish, award-winning author of The Ethan I Was Before, August Isle, How to Disappear Completely, and The Mending Summer, comes a captivating historical fiction middle grade novel about a boy on the home front in World War II who must solve the mystery of the disappearance of his best friend. Perfect for fans of Alan Gratz and Lauren Wolk, this riveting adventure explores what true heroism means. "Multilayered, moving, and tremendously powerful." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Standish's uplifting mystery tackles big themes of abuse, bullying, heroism, mental health, and prejudice."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)"A heartfelt tale about what it means to be a hero and take a stand against injustice." --ALA Booklist (starred review)Danny Timmons has looked up to Jack Bailey ever since Jack saved two small children from drowning during the Great Flood of 1940. Now, with his father away fighting in World War II and his mother about to have a new baby, Danny relies on Jack's friendship and guidance more than ever.So when Jack goes missing without a trace from their small Appalachian town, Danny is determined to find him. He wonders if Jack's abusive father could be behind his disappearance or if it has anything to do with Yonder--a hidden magical town Jack once spoke of, where flocks of rainbow birds fly through the sky and they've never heard of war. As answers elude him, Danny begins to fear that he didn't know Jack as well as he thought.Ultimately, Danny's investigation forces him to reckon with even larger questions: What is America fighting for in this war? What role do each of us play in stopping injustices, big and small? And is there such thing as a true hero?A Jane Addams Book Award Honor Book!A Cybils Award Middle Grade Finalist!A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionA Bank Street Books Best Children's Book of the Year for ages 9-12 in Historical Fiction and noted for outstanding merit (2023)A 2024-2025 S.C Junior Book Award Nominee!"Both timely and historical. An exploration of what it means to be brave and do good." --Tae Keller, Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Trap a Tiger "A thoughtful, eloquent, and honest examination of prejudice, loyalty, and what it means to be brave." --Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee and Ground Zero "A beautiful and important novel that explores what it means to be a hero and the role of each of us to stand up for what's right." --Karina Yan Glaser, New York Times bestselling author of the Vanderbeekers series
Light Comes to Shadow Mountain
Cora Mae Tipton is determined to light up her Appalachian community in this historical fiction novel from an award-winning author and former librarian. It's 1937 and the government is pushing to bring electricity to the mountains of southeastern Kentucky. It's all Cora can think of; radios with news from around the world, machines that keep food cold, lightbulbs by which to read at night! Cora figures she can help spread the word by starting a school newspaper and convincing her neighbors to support the Rural Electrification Act. But resistance to change isn't easy to overcome, especially when it starts at home. Cora's mother is a fierce opponent of electrification. She argues that protecting the landscape of the holler--the trees, the streams, the land that provides for their way of life--is their responsibility. But Cora just can't let go of wanting more. Lyrical, literary, and deeply heartfelt, this debut novel from an award-winning author-librarian speaks to family, friendship, and loss through the spirited perspective of a girl eager for an electrified existence, but most of all, the light of her mother's love and acceptance. Back matter includes an Author's Note; further information on the Rural Electrification Act, the herbs and plants of Appalachia, the Pack Horse Library Project, and more; and a "Quick Questions" historical trivia section for readers. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Kanata's True North
Inspired by a true story.Heartbroken and afraid, a lonely orphan girl is suddenly thrust into a large family as they journey far away from home to pioneer land and struggle to survive the harsh wilderness of the Canadian North.Still reeling from the loss of her beloved mother, Kanata makes the long journey with the large Woodhaven family from Saskatchewan to northern British Columbia. Each family member will have their hearts tested, and out of necessity be forced to make sacrifices as they set out to tame this wild land, forge a new path and make the wilderness a home. In this first story, of a 7 book middle grade fiction series, Kanata must face her fears of abandonment and rejection to somehow find her place among strangers in the Woodhaven family and the small community of Red Maple Creek.Will Kanata survive this harsh land and discover that for which her heart longs for most of all... acceptance, belonging and love?
Secret Soldiers
Over a quarter million underage British boys fought on the Allied front lines of the Great War, but not all of them fought on the battlefield--some fought beneath it, as revealed in this middle-grade historical adventure about a deadly underground mission. Secret Soldiers follows the journey of Thomas, a thirteen-year-old coal miner, who lies about his age to join the Claykickers, a specialized crew of soldiers known as "tunnelers," in hopes of finding his missing older brother. Thomas works in the tunnels of the Western Front alongside three other soldier boys whose constant bickering and inexperience in mining may prove more lethal than the enemy digging toward them. But as they burrow deeper beneath the battlefield, the boys discover the men they hope to become and forge a bond of brotherhood. Secret Soldiers is another stunning story of strength, perseverance, and love from Keely Hutton. This title has common core connections.
The Fall Of Disctrict-U
In the distant future, the universe is a barren place. Mining factories known as districts have sprouted on every planet as a way to harvest a universal energy source called flux. Society is broken, and law and order are nonexistent. Only the word of the emperor, an elusive and distant entity, carries any force. The rest of the time, it is left to the clans that roam the slums and shantytowns to administer what counts as justice.You grew up in one of the most rundown districts of all; District-U. Built on some unknown and distant world, you thought you'd seen the last of it when you fled your clan and the wrath of Magron Thundergill. But now you've been dragged back into the dark alleyways and grim existence of the district to bring to an end a reign of terror that could threaten the entire universe. If you can claim revenge on Thundergill at the same time, then all the better.Journeying through the ceaseless rain and pulsing neon lights won't be easy. The streets are filled with traitors and clans who play by their own rules. You, the reader, must take control of the story in the fourth Pick Your Path adventure and end the tyranny in District-U.Whatever you choose, trust no one...
The Great Independence Day Adventure
"The Great Independence Day Adventure" is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates friendship, community, and the power of coming together. It teaches young readers the value of honoring those who have made a difference in our lives and the importance of making memories that last a lifetime. Join the Cloverton Squad on their extraordinary journey and let their tale inspire you to create your own special moments this Independence Day!
Chilled to the Bones
"What's up, man>" Joe hollered. "Something in your way?" "Yeah, there's something in my way all right. I've uncovered a pile of bones." "Bones? What kind of bones?" "Bones, human bones with a skull." "Oh, my God!" the workers yelled in unison as they scrambled off their paint buckets and slid down the embankment of the hole Warren was peering into, "Should we move them?" Joe asked. "Well, I can't dig with them there," was all Warren could muster. Trevor picked up a long tree root and nudged the skull. It rolled over, and empty sockets stared back, vacant and weathered by time. The backhoe had cast the rest of the bones adrift in the dirt. They were a strange dirty tan color, and the hinges of the arms and legs were bulbous. He leaned down to investigate them more closely. Several hundred years and the right soil conditions for the fungus that had settled in the buried bones propagated a walking terror. Trevor was choses as the new host for that terror. What was left of the other workers' bodies was disposed of, and darkness fell.
Mummy's Tomb
A chance discovery of a long-forgotten tomb during a field study trip leads the History Hunters to solve one of the greatest mysteries of Egyptian antiquity. Prep school friends Jay Wray, Alyssa Garret, and Conrad Kingston travel to Egypt to study the history of its glorious past. Their friend and world-renowned antiquities dealer, Geoffrey Barnsworth, leads them into the fascinating archeological world of pharaohs, mummies, and treasures beyond belief. The quiet trip quickly erupts into a cat and mouse game, pitting them against a mastermind terrorist who guards a 3,000-year-old secret. Crumbling tombs, hieroglyph messages, and stolen artifacts draw them into an ever deepening and dangerous plot for control of the Egyptian people. The History Hunters struggle to evade a shadowy web of danger and deceit while they search for the secret behind the group who threatens the very security of the world.
Vlad and the Great Fire of London
This is the second edition version of the bestselling Vlad and the Great Fire of London. It features the same favourite tale but with new detailed, historically accurate illustrations.It is 1666 and Vlad flea and his friend Boxton the rat, love eating and biting their way around London. They settle for the night in the bakery in Pudding Lane, but wake to find themselves caught up in the Great Fire. Follow our heroes as they escape the disaster and finish the story with the displaced Londoners in the fields around London City.The book contains a Fact File summarising the key pieces of information, and supports the National Curriculum topic in a fun and accessible way.
Emily of New Moon
A lost classic by the author of Anne of Green Gables, Emily of New Moon is a coming-of-age story about newly orphaned Emily Byrd Starr, who deals with the loss of her beloved father as she tries to adjust to life at old-fashioned New Moon farm with her aunts and cousin. Emily, a budding writer with a mysterious sense of the otherworldly, makes quick friends in her new home and lands in more than her share of scrapes along the way. But she remains haunted by one thing: the scandalous mystery of what happened to her best friend's mother.Will Emily thrive under the austere rule of her Aunt Elizabeth? What will happen when she visits her notorious Great-Aunt, Nancy Priest-rumored to be a witch? And will she learn what happened to the missing Beatrice Burnley-and at what cost?With a new foreword by esteemed scholar Dr. E. Holly Pike, an expert with regard to L.M. Montgomery's career and works, this new edition will delight fans of all ages and introduce them to a heroine that the author felt closer to than her most famous character, Anne of Green Gables.
Ava & Carol Detective Agency
Ava, Carol, and Derik may have entered a contest for fun, but they find themselves in a high-stakes chase that goes beyond a simple game. The coveted prize? The long-lost Irish Crown Jewels and a whopping reward of $10,000.As the trio sets off on this thrilling adventure, they quickly realize that they aren't the only ones with their eyes on the prize. Lurking in the shadows are competitors who are far from friendly. With their hearts set on the reward, these competitors aren't afraid to play dirty.Will Ava, Carol, and Derik be able to find the Irish Crown Jewels before their opponents? Can they outsmart those who are driven by greed and won't stop at anything to get what they want?The Crown Jewels Mystery is an enthralling tale of courage, friendship, and the sheer will to succeed. It's a race against time, against competitors, and against all odds. Don't miss out on this gripping adventure!Order The Crown Jewels Mystery now and join Ava, Carol, and Derik on their thrilling hunt. Who will reach the Jewels first? Only one way to find out!
Two Faces
This is the inspiring story of two friends who live through the dark days of World War II. Nina and Gordon were born in the San Joaquin Valley town of Merced. Their story begins in this quiet setting of rural California as the clouds of war with Japan threaten the nation.Nina's mother is a teacher in a local elementary school. Her father is a county social worker. Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, her father enlists in the U.S. Army Air Corps and is sent to training camps across the country before being stationed in England. Nina's story is typical of the disrupted life visited upon millions of families because of the war. The measures her mother and grandparents take keep the family together and safe. Nina and her mom travel by train to be near her father during his training. When he departs for England, they return home to live out the war with her grandparents. Gordon's parents are established farmers in the area. His father, a Japanese immigrant, is married to an American-born daughter of Japanese parents. Following Pearl Harbor, his family is forcibly evacuated and imprisoned in an internment camp in Colorado. His story encompasses the upheaval caused by the evacuation, the humiliation of being identified as enemy aliens, and the weight of life ringed by barbed-wire fences and guard towers. Nina's and Gordon's story is ultimately about friendship, with each standing up for the other during hard times. Nina and Gordon remain close through letter writing and reunite near the end of the war. But just as Gordon begins to thrive in school, Nina suffers a life-changing upheaval of her own. While their lives are dramatically different during World War II because of racial prejudice, their friendship holds together, in part, through the presence and power of their mothers.
Hope's Path to Glory
From the author of Eliza's Freedom Road and Calico Girl (a Kirkus Best Book of the Year) comes a dramatic historical middle grade novel that is "a unique lens through which to examine the 1849 Gold Rush" (School Library Journal) following an enslaved girl taking the chance to find freedom on the Overland Trail to California. In Alexandria, Virginia, in the mid-19th century, a slave-owning family is facing financial trouble. The eldest son, Jason, thinks going to California to mine for gold might be the best way to protect his father's legacy. He'll need a cook, a laundress, and a hostler for the journey, and one of them is twelve-year-old Clementine, whose mother calls her Hope. From Independence, Missouri--the "Gateway to the West"--she and the others join a wagon train on the Emigrant Overland Trail. But what Jason didn't consider is taking the three enslaved people west will give them an opportunity to free themselves--manifesting their destiny.
Emily of New Moon
A lost classic by the author of Anne of Green Gables, Emily of New Moon is a coming-of-age story about newly orphaned Emily Byrd Starr, who deals with the loss of her beloved father as she tries to adjust to life at old-fashioned New Moon farm with her aunts and cousin. Emily, a budding writer with a mysterious sense of the otherworldly, makes quick friends in her new home and lands in more than her share of scrapes along the way. But she remains haunted by one thing: the scandalous mystery of what happened to her best friend's mother.Will Emily thrive under the austere rule of her Aunt Elizabeth? What will happen when she visits her notorious Great-Aunt, Nancy Priest-rumored to be a witch? And will she learn what happened to the missing Beatrice Burnley-and at what cost?With a new foreword by esteemed scholar Dr. E. Holly Pike, an expert with regard to L.M. Montgomery's career and works, this new edition will delight fans of all ages and introduce them to a heroine that the author felt closer to than her most famous character, Anne of Green Gables.
The Story of Freedom
The Story of Freedom: A Juneteenth TaleIn "The Story of Freedom: A Juneteenth Tale," embark on an extraordinary journey through history and discover the remarkable stories of resilience, hope, and triumph that shaped Juneteenth. This captivating children's book, designed for readers aged 7 to 11, weaves together vivid storytelling and stunning illustrations to bring to life the significance of Juneteenth in an educational and inspiring way.Step back in time to a world of injustice and inequality, where the shadows of the past cast a long and daunting presence. Explore the hardships endured by enslaved individuals, their cruel conditions, and their relentless struggles. Feel the weight of their chains and their unyielding spirit as they yearned for freedom.Travel alongside those who dared to dream of a brighter future and share stories of hope and equality in whispered voices. Witness their journey to liberation, as they overcome obstacles and defy the shackles that bound them. Experience the jubilation and profound relief that swept across communities on that historic Juneteenth day when the news of freedom finally reached their ears.Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebrations of Juneteenth as families and friends come together to honor the strength and resilience of those who fought for liberation. Join in the lively parades, taste the mouthwatering traditional foods, and dance to the rhythmic beats that echo the spirit of unity."The Story of Freedom: A Juneteenth Tale" educates young readers about the significance of Juneteenth and empowers them to become agents of change. It calls upon children to embrace the values of equality, compassion, and unity in their lives. Through the remarkable stories within these pages, young readers are inspired to challenge injustice, celebrate diversity, and create a more inclusive and just society.Join the journey, celebrate the triumphs, and carry the spirit of Juneteenth in your heart. Let's honor the past, shape the present, and build a future where freedom and equality prevail.Get your copy today!
White Bird: A Novel
Now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson! Read the novelized version of the celebrated New York Times bestselling story of kindness and unrelenting courage in a time of war--inspired by the blockbuster phenomenon Wonder. Sara Blum lives an idyllic life with her adoring parents in Vichy France. But her world comes crashing down when the Nazi occupation separates the family and forces the young Jewish girl into hiding. Her classmate Julien and his family will risk everything to ensure her survival, and, together, Sara and Julien manage to find beauty in a secret world of their creation. First published as a graphic novel and now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson, R. J. Palacio's unforgettable story demonstrates the power of kindness to change hearts, build bridges, and even save lives in the darkest of times. Includes an 8-page photo insert and a discussion guide.
Orphan
A heart-wrenching tale of loss, survival, and the search for belonging. Abandoned at the doorstep of a Wisconsin church merely days after his birth, Tyler Braun is bequeathed to the world by his dying mother. Nurtured and educated by devout nuns, Tyler forms his first emotional bond with Mary, a fellow orphan. As he turns 17, duty calls, and Tyler enlists with the 32nd Infantry Division, setting off to the frontlines in France during the tumult of World War I. His unyielding courage in the face of horrific battles earns him the esteemed rank of Sergeant.At the conclusion of the war, Tyler and his loyal comrade, Louis Porter, make their journey home. Yet the shadow of the Spanish flu looms, callously snatching away the lives of both Louis and Tyler's cherished Mary. Battling the shambles of his life, Tyler seeks solace in the warmth of the Porter family, who welcome him as one of their own.Tyler, who had always possessed a natural affinity for horses, spends a winter as a horse manager for a logging crew. Come spring, he returns to his roots and is sworn in as a deputy sheriff. Serendipity strikes again when, on a seemingly ordinary fishing expedition, he crosses paths with Audrey. Love, once lost, blooms again in Tyler's life.Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the life and adventures of Tyler Braun, a tale woven with resilience, love, and the undying human spirit in the face of adversity.Mark GenglerOur Ancestors SeriesYoung Adult, 1900s, Early 20th Century historical fiction, Wisconsin, orphan, orphanage, rural life, Spanish influenza, prohibition, romance, friendship
The Revolutionary War Spy
During the American Revolution, a young American spy needs help from the Cuyahoga River Riders to warn a fort of an impending British invasion! But the heroes need your help! Join host Mischief Marie as you use real science to save the day! Also includes a fun Super Science Showcase coloring page!
The Mystery of the Stolen Artifact
The Statue of Anubis, that was housed at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, is one of the most powerful artifacts of the ancient world and it would be terrible if it fell into the wrong hands. Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened and it's up to you to solve the mystery of who stole this ancient artifact and get it back before it's too late. In this activity book you'll get the chance to be a detective and solve The Mystery of the Stolen Artifact! This mystery will require problem solving, memory and wits to solve the 16 clues and identify the culprit.
Loyalty
Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence.When his father is killed by rebel vigilantes, Noah flees with his family to Boston. Intent on avenging his father, Noah becomes a spy for the British and firsthand witness to the power of partisan rumor to distort facts, the hypocrisy of men who demand freedom while enslaving others, and the human connections that bind people together regardless of stated allegiances.Awash in contradictory information and participating in key events leading to the American Revolution, Noah must forge his own understanding of right and wrong and determine for himself where his loyalty truly lies.
Pack Your Bags! We Are Going to Guinea, West Africa
My daughter, Monique F. Gray, was a Peace Corps volunteer who served in Guinea, West Africa. Monique served in Guinea for 27 months. Visiting Monique for two weeks gave me a chance to explore the community, learn about the culture, and help make a difference in some of the teen girls' lives that I met. My experience was very rewarding.
Little Italy
This 80-page easy-to-understand reader is one of 12 historical novels in the Hopes and Dreams series, whose diverse and fascinating characters, regardless of their ethnicity, face prejudice, danger, hardships, and setbacks, but survive with perseverance, a little bit of luck, and a generous amount of love in their new home in the US. Downloadable audio recordings of all 12 novels and free supplementary materials for teachers are available (visit ProLinguaLearning.com for more details). Plot Summary for Little Italy: This is the story of the Trella family. In 1920 Vito's land is worn out, and he can't sell his oranges. Sadly, he leaves his Italian homeland and sails to New York to get work and save enough money to bring his wife, Rosetta, and their three children to America. For more than two years he works as a stonecutter, building the new skyscrapers of New York. It is dangerous work. Finally, he saves enough money for four tickets. Rosetta and their children join him. They make their new life on Mulberry Street in New York's "Little Italy." Rosetta finds the city dirty and depressing at first, but she learns to love her Italian neighbors and her church. They have four more children. Then Vito falls, is injured, and must take a job making paper flowers; the whole family helps. All seven children finish high school and get good jobs. Vito and Rosetta stay in Little Italy. The novel ends as their youngest child, Dominick, graduates from high school with honors.
Dark Terror
"Dark Terror is part adventure and part history, with just a touch of romance. It's a fast-moving, gripping take on a little-explored side of the [First World] war effort." CBR In June 1915, young Alex Shorecross is trapped by a cave-in at a copper mine in Newfoundland. Facing possible death for a mere 13 cents an hour, Alec swears that if he survives he will find a different direction in his life. Unfortunately, options are limited and he is swept up in the naive enthusiasm for the possibilities of adventure in the First World War. In an ironic twist, his mining background lands him in a tunnelling company, working deep below the fighting in France. As his comrades push tunnels out beneath the enemy trenches and pack underground rooms full of explosives, it is Alec's job to listen for enemy activity that might bury them all forever under the Flanders' battlefields. "Wilson ably evokes the claustrophobic, dark terror of the underground wand the coming of age of young men amid the battles...A fascinating war tale that will have...readers digging in for a captivating read." Kirkus Review
Wings of War
"...fast-paced and gripping" CCBC Magazine It is 1913 and Edward Simpson is enthralled by his German uncle, Horst, who designs and builds simple--and extremely dangerous--planes in his barn. Fascinated by flight and dreaming of a life in the air, Edward helps his uncle whenever he can. In return, Horst teaches his nephew the rudiments of flight and, one magical day, lets him take his latest barn-built creation up for a spin. Edward is hooked, he will be a pilot and escape the dull, boring world suffered by those whose feet are stuck to the ground. But it is 1914 and events in far-off Europe are dragging the world into a catastrophe that even a farm boy in Saskatchewan cannot avoid. Edward sails for England where he joins the Royal Flying Corps and is sent over to join the battles in the skies over France. He is soon fighting for his life in aircraft even more uncertain than the ones Horst built, against an enemy who is better trained and who fly better armed and more maneuverable planes than he does. As he struggles to survive and watches his friends shot down one by one, he finds his beliefs tested in ways he could never have imagined. Exhausted and bitter, he fights to simply stay alive as the horrors of the Battle of the Somme unfold beneath him. "Wilson writes eloquently about one boy's love of flight and his dream of flying...[and] Edward's narrative is thoroughly engaging. A fine, old-fashioned-feeling... tale set in the World War I skies." Kirkus Reviews "Eddie's emotional and psychological development moves us...What makes Wings of War especially engaging, though, is Wilson's artful weaving of Eddie's story with the technical details of early flight: airplane construction and handling, and the specialized techniques required for successful aeronautic battle." Resource Links
Village Without Men
Dear Reader, what is to become of us - of me, Sophie?Thus begins Sophie's second journal, written two years later. She is now fifteen years old, and the Civil War is three years old.Her first journal, Sophie's War, tells how she and her family live in constant danger as Unionists in the hill country of Texas, a state that has left the Union and joined the Confederacy.Now, as the war goes on, all the able men in Comfort have been forced to leave and fight on one side or the other, including Sophie's papa and her true love, Eduard. Sophie and other women must protect themselves from vigilantes and hostile Indians. Can Sophie and her family survive? Will the war ever end? Will Papa and Eduard return?
Lockdown Baby (Mother and Baby version)
Lockdown Baby is a heartfelt book about welcoming a newborn baby during the Covid-19 pandemic, painting a picture of how things were during the historical time.Welcoming a new life into the world during 2020-2022 was a journey unlike any other. "Lockdown Baby" is more than just a baby book; it's a story of love, resilience, and the unique bond you shared during the Covid-19 lockdown. Beautifully illustrated with touching rhymes, this book captures the extraordinary times of welcoming your baby. A perfect keepsake that echoes your strength and celebrates your little one's arrival in a world that was standing still.Cherish those moments forever with "Lockdown Baby." "Lockdown Baby" is a beautifully illustrated keepsake book, perfect for mothers who experienced the uniqueness of having a baby during the pandemic. It was a time like no other, where no visitors were allowed to visit, where we introduced our babies over video calls, where we pushed through those challenging times while creating history. A must-have for any Covid-era mother!Beautifully illustrated and told through rhyme, this keepsake book will be treasured for years to come.(The Mother & Baby Version doesn't include illustrations of Dad)
Castle Haystack
This imaginative and intricately illustrated fiction book for young adults (and adults), is a trip back into the history of the Pacific Northwest when Native Americans still populated the northern coast of Oregon.As the sole survivor of a shipwreck centuries ago, Professor Eff Ceffsky awoke in a strange land. Taken in by the native people of the Northwest Pacific Coast, he learned about their culture and recorded his observations and insights in journals. When he was shown the boundary that the superstitious tribe would not cross, his curiosity was piqued, and he ventured into the unknown. Ceffsky discovered an enormous monolith and the remains of an advanced ancient civilization. While exploring the structures, he documented his findings, along with detailed drawings.Lost for centuries, remains of those journals were found and meticulously restored. They are presented here in this study by historian Oscar Writenhous.
The Blue Castle
Somewhere between Green Gables and Avonlea there is a Blue Castle.... Lucy Maud Montgomery, internationally best-selling Canadian author, wrote about girls who escaped into the wild when the world stopped making sense. Her girl-protagonists straddle the line between 'civilized' towns of the 1900s, and the mystic wilds of magical girls, young psychics, and natural witches. 29-year-old Valancy Stirling had always been out of step. Elfin and something of a changeling as 1920s ladies go, she's suddenly faced with harsh reality when she's diagnosed with a fatal illness of the heart. Bullied by her well-heeled, stuffy, and judgmental family, Valancy has grown up without love. Now she's forced to realize she will likely die before she's ever lived! The distant dream of having a home and loving family of her own-her Blue Castle-will wither unless she takes drastic action. And once Valancy knows she has nothing to lose? Everything changes. Full of humor and transformation, this relatable story of a young woman pushing the limits of her repressive family and social order belongs on the shelves of lovers of Classics like Jane Eyre, and Emma. But it should also be within arm's reach of modern book and film fans, those who loved Crazy Rich Asians, and Harry Potter. It belongs anywhere where readers savor just desserts, and delight in how the tables turn. 'The Blue Castle' is a fairy-tale upheaval of the status quo, where underdogs can rise, and the cruel get what they deserve. With a fresh Foreword by Grenfell Campus' Dr. E. Holly Pike, Associate Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland, aimed at the value of the wild and being different to L.M. Montgomery's heroines! Calling all readers who love A Secret Garden, Emma, and Y.A. books like Libba Bray's A Great and Terrible Beauty! Get it today!
Ava & Carol Detective Agency
A famous Van Gogh painting has been stolen from the National Gallery of Art. Or was it? Why risk such a brazen robbery in broad daylight? Was the theft a ruse for something more nefarious?Join super sleuths Ava and Carol as they unravel a secret plot that may lead to a fortune, hidden during the Civil War. The clues lead the girls from the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. to a famous historic church in Richmond, Virginia to the mighty James River-where they are caught up in a high stakes-race to solve the mystery and find the treasure before the thieves.Things go from bad to worse when the malicious-minded-thieves begin targeting Ava's parents, and threaten her father's life, if the girls don't back down. Will Carol and Ava get to the treasure in time, save Ava's father, and put the bad guys where they belong? Follow the clues in this riveting middle-school mystery thriller.Ava & Carol Detective Agency - The Eye of God is the fifth book in this middle grade mystery series that's perfect for curious-minded middle-schoolers. If you and your child like puzzling mysteries, fearless and funny characters, and unbreakable friendships, then you'll love Thomas Lockhaven's high-energy adventure.The Eye of God is a suspenseful mystery romp that is bound to delight your child!
The Blue Castle
Somewhere between Green Gables and Avonlea there is a Blue Castle.... Lucy Maud Montgomery, internationally best-selling Canadian author, wrote about girls who escaped into the wild when the world stopped making sense. Her girl-protagonists straddle the line between 'civilized' towns of the 1900s, and the mystic wilds of magical girls, young psychics, and natural witches. 29-year-old Valancy Stirling had always been out of step. Elfin and something of a changeling as 1920s ladies go, she's suddenly faced with harsh reality when she's diagnosed with a fatal illness of the heart. Bullied by her well-heeled, stuffy, and judgmental family, Valancy has grown up without love. Now she's forced to realize she will likely die before she's ever lived! The distant dream of having a home and loving family of her own-her Blue Castle-will wither unless she takes drastic action. And once Valancy knows she has nothing to lose? Everything changes. Full of humor and transformation, this relatable story of a young woman pushing the limits of her repressive family and social order belongs on the shelves of lovers of Classics like Jane Eyre, and Emma. But it should also be within arm's reach of modern book and film fans, those who loved Crazy Rich Asians, and Harry Potter. It belongs anywhere where readers savor just desserts, and delight in how the tables turn. 'The Blue Castle' is a fairy-tale upheaval of the status quo, where underdogs can rise, and the cruel get what they deserve. With a fresh Foreword by Grenfell Campus' Dr. E. Holly Pike, Associate Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland, aimed at the value of the wild and being different to L.M. Montgomery's heroines! Calling all readers who love A Secret Garden, Emma, and Y.A. books like Libba Bray's A Great and Terrible Beauty! Get it today!
1814 by Dawn's Early Light
A fleet of British ships was seen sailing north through the Chesapeake Bay. Having recently sacked Washington, they were headed to Baltimore to deliver a similar fate.In search of food and supplies, they dropped anchor off the small and unremarkable Poplar Island. While pillaging and terrorizing the residents of the tiny island, they captured Mackenzie, soon to be known as Mac. She was a young and unsuspecting resident - mistaken for a boy!Impressed into the British Navy, she reluctantly becomes part of America's Second War for Independence where, with bombs bursting in air, she unknowingly witnesses the composition of one of America's best-known and well-loved tunes, The Star-Spangled Banner.This is her story. A tale that follows the harrowing adventures of a 15-year-old girl as she struggles to escape from one of America's most powerful enemies.
Unanswered Letters
Reconstructed from actual letters and diaries, this is the story of four young people living in Philadelphia whose lives become intertwined when the American Civil War begins in 1861. Jan is a German immigrant who begins his studies at the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Gettysburg. Emma is a Quaker who has learned survival skills growing up in a thick forest. Gabrielle, is a Southerner, was raised by her governess and wealthy Virginian father. Maura travels alone to America from Ireland to escape the potato famine and eventually enters the convent as a Sister of Mercy. Each girl grows up separated from her mother either through a natural or man-made disaster, and each is destined to choose nursing as a career. Many women served as trained nurses in both the Union and Confederate Armies caring for wounded soldiers without preference for which side they fought. It is a little known fact that many of the nurses working to save lives following the Battle of Gettysburg were Catholic nuns from the orders of Sisters of Mercy and Daughters of Charity. This is not a book about war: it is a story about love of God, love of family and friends, and love of country.
Mother of Sharks
Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and globally renowned shark scientist Melissa Cristina M獺rquez teams up with award-winning illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz to create an informative, powerful picture book. With lyrical writing and gorgeous art, this moving story explores Melissa's personal journey from inquisitive ocean-loving child in Puerto Rico to becoming the Mother of Sharks. As the sun sets over another gorgeous day at la Playita Del Condado in Puerto Rico, Meli doesn't want to go home. She loves the ocean more than anything, and with only five minutes left at the beach, she knows exactly where her last stop should be: the tidal pools. They are small universes of their own teeming with critters and creatures of the ocean. While looking into the pools, she meets a crab, Jaiba, who takes her on a dreamlike underwater adventure, teaches her about the importance of shark conservation, and reveals Meli's ultimate destiny: to become the Mother of Sharks. Blending the autobiographical with the fantastical, Melissa Cristina M獺rquez shares her incredible story not only to dispel myths about these misunderstood creatures but also to pave the way for Latinas in STEM. Paired with Devin Elle Kurtz's vibrant, emotive illustrations, this picture book is an irresistible journey through the wonders of the ocean and, above all, a rallying cry for marine conservation.
Nothing Left But Dust
Nothing Left But Dust is a powerful tale of love, loss, and hope set against the backdrop of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.Follow Jo, a young woman struggling to heal after her Papa's death, as she tries to break free of her uncle's indentured servitude and secure an apprenticeship at a map-making shop.And Otto, a privileged young man with dreams of running away to become an artist, as he battles to escape the clutches of a ruthless crimp who means to have him Shanghaied.When the city is struck by the devastating earthquake on the morning of April 18th, their lives are forever changed. While it sets Otto free, it takes everything Jo holds dear and unearths a dark family secret.As they traverse the burning ruins of the city in search of answers, Jo and Otto must find the strength to survive and the courage to confront their families, all while navigating the unfamiliar landscape of falling in love.Nothing Left But Dust is a must-read for fans of young adult historical fiction. It's an edge-of-your-seat coming-of-age survival story that will leave you inspired by the strength and resilience of the human spirit.
Vikings Attack!
With Vikings getting closer and closer to Kells, what will the people do to be safe? The Abbot tries to build a big wall, but even that won't keep the Vikings out. Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
Keep it Safe
How will Aiden and Brendan protect their treasure from the Vikings? The special book must be protected, but how? Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
Keep it Safe
How will Aiden and Brendan protect their treasure from the Vikings? The special book must be protected, but how? Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
Vikings Attack!
With Vikings getting closer and closer to Kells, what will the people do to be safe? The Abbot tries to build a big wall, but even that won't keep the Vikings out. Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
Make a Book
What does it take to make a book? What did it take to make a book a very long time ago? Brendan learns the secret of making a beautiful book. He can help the master creators make something beautiful, but first, he needs to find the supplies. Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
Make a Book
What does it take to make a book? What did it take to make a book a very long time ago? Brendan learns the secret of making a beautiful book. He can help the master creators make something beautiful, but first, he needs to find the supplies. Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.
God's Gracious Killer
Naaman, a successful soldier, is confronted with the greatest survival challenge of his life. Little does he realize that a power greater than the armies of Aram and Assyria will make him see the dark world he lives in a bit differently. He and his family, friends, and his military "iron ring" of trusted servants will all be helpless. Military missions are familiar, and he can trust his iron ring and his disciplined battle skills. Journey with Naaman, his wife, a Hebrew slave girl, three boys who want to be soldiers of Aram, and his iron ring on a mission to confront his killer and learn about true power. Rimmon, the god of lightning, storm, and thunder, is challenged by Yahweh. Assyrian history from 850-800 BC is revealed as one walks in Naaman's journey. Despite powerful kings, religious superstition, ancient cultural norms, and a king's view of "big" and "little" people, we find out what God does. Experience how Naaman finds an answer to his killer and light for his darkened heart.
Unbreakable Ties
Love, friendship, and a family bond are strained when a king shuts down his kingdom because of a ravaging virus. Find out how three princesses reunite.* * *six kids - children's books byThink Positive Publishingwww.thinkpositivepublishing.com
Valiant Ladies
Two teen vigilantes set off on an action-packed investigation to expose corruption and deliver justice in Valiant Ladies, Melissa Grey's YA historical fiction novel inspired by real seventeenth century Latinx teenagers known as the Valiant Ladies of Potos穩. By day Eustaquia "Kiki" de Sonza and Ana Lezama de Urinza are proper young seventeenth century ladies. But when night falls, they trade in their silks and lace for swords and muskets, venturing out into the vibrant, bustling, crime-ridden streets of Potos穩, in the Spanish Empire's Viceroyalty of Peru. They pass their time fighting, gambling, and falling desperately in love with one another. Then, on the night Kiki's engagement to the Viceroy's son is announced, her older brother--heir to her family's fortune--is murdered. The girls immediately embark on a whirlwind investigation that takes them from the lowliest brothels of Potos穩 to the highest echelons of the Spanish aristocracy.
Mariners of Byzantium
An inquisitive twelve-year-old merchant's son named Andrew from ninth-century Italy sets sail with his father on his first voyage to Constantinople, queen of cities and marketplace of the world. Join Andrew and his father as they sail across the vast Mediterranean Sea aboard a lone merchant vessel, with only their wits and faith to keep them alive. Hear about mercy, loyalty, and courage as you walk the streets of ancient Constantinople. Journey through the enchanting lands of Byzantium as they once were centuries ago, in a world of beautiful art and simple devotion when hardship was matched only by people's compassion. Unexpected encounters with pirates and the imperial navy threaten to prevent their safe return home, where their loved ones wait in agonizing silence. Andrew meets men of great generosity who show him that real value in life cannot be purchased. This fictional story of life and hope relates the history of the period while showing how the church preserved justice and civilization in a dark time.
World's Coolest Grandpa
A warm and loving story of how a grandpa spends his day that you can share with toddlers, young children and even adults. I read to my daughter every night and have done so since she was born, so picking stories that are family friendly and easy for young kids to engage and learn the story has always been my top priority. That was a major factor in me creating this story because it highlights family and allows children to look to their own grandpa and ask or wonder how they spend their day.
The Helios of the Aravalis (Novel)
This novel is based upon the life of an individual so great that Indians - in fact, the entire human-kind -- has virtually worshipped for the past four centuries and a half, the attributes enshrined in him. To wit, his courage, fortitude, bravery and unflinching devotion to independence of spirit. He has been revered and remembered with a great deal of pride by our Nation's intellectuals, poets, writers and, indeed, the populace at large. This saga is about Maharana Pratap Singh, who can unhesitatingly be described as the pride of every Indian, the upholder of freedom, and someone who is accorded no less than deity-like status in our hearts and minds.
Michael's Warrior
When British rifles go missing on the black market, can two star-crossed young people conjure a little magic to save the empire... and find love?Birmingham, England, 1816. Xara Aminoff trusts no one. Caught stealing and forced to train as a government agent, the guardian with supernatural talent hates that she owes the crown a year of service. But her stiff reserve is challenged when her first mission involves working with a distractingly handsome man interested in more than her martial talent.Michael Ramsey wants out. Desperate to leave the espionage game behind, the world-class spy is shocked when his frantic call for aid yields a gorgeous girl who fights like a tiger. And when she agrees to help him come in from the cold, he strives to return the favor by opening her jaded eyes to joy.Certain her budding feelings for the rugged secret agent will doom her, Xara struggles to hold him at arm's length as they pursue their dangerous assignment. And though Michael thwarts attempts on both their lives, he fears he'll never crack the iron wall she's built between them.Can this perfect pair untangle an arcane conspiracy and fall for love's spell?Michael's Warrior is the pulse-pounding second book in the Benevolence Society YA Regency romance series. If you like strong heroines, witty banter, and opposites-attract stories, then you'll adore Emmaline Rose's undercover sweethearts.
