Perfect for anyone who loves funny, touching, unforgettable stories of family and friendship. Winner of Readers Favorite Five Star Medallion and Literary Titan Gold Book Award (See reviews below and in depth synopsis) Brief synopsis: Ten-year-old Rose O'Reilly and her best friend from birth, Linney, vowed they'd always be together until the day they would meet up in heaven floating on clouds of pink cotton candy. Then, boom, Linney moves 2,000 miles away. Feeling abandoned, Rose turns to … [Read more...] about Wishes Are Free by Diana Howell
Inspirational Female Sports Stories for Kids by Jessica Blakely
Discover the awe-inspiring tales of 12 remarkable women who changed the sports world forever. From tennis stars to soccer heroines to dynamic gymnasts, children will read many stories of different situations and how these women discovered strength amidst their challenges. Think of your child's eyes lighting up as they read about women who look like them, sound like them, and face the same struggles they might be dealing with right now. Picture their confidence soaring as they realize that … [Read more...] about Inspirational Female Sports Stories for Kids by Jessica Blakely
The Secret Doors of Cannondale by Stephanie Brick
An outcast girl looking to belong discovers a secret doorway to other realms in a thrilling portal fantasy novel for middle-grade readers. When twelve-year-old Adeline Perle's transient military family finally plants roots in an old, creaky mansion - Cannondale - the girl craves to build the lasting friendships that she, as a constant outsider, never had. At last, on the cusp of bonding with a new group of affable teens on Cannondale's grounds, Adeline discovers an unusual treasure behind a … [Read more...] about The Secret Doors of Cannondale by Stephanie Brick
Ophelia Starcluck Saves the Galaxy by Kristen Gwen
How can you be best friends when you like different things? Ophelia Starcluck can’t lose another friend. When her last bestie, Keira, moved away, she told Ophelia that since she didn’t like jumpers and sunflower seeds, she never wanted to see her again. Then Ophelia met Finn, and she’s 95.7% sure they have everything in common. Nothing could rock their friendship…until weasels, intent on terrorizing the galaxy, invade their spacecraft and knock all the adults out with sleeping gas. Ophelia … [Read more...] about Ophelia Starcluck Saves the Galaxy by Kristen Gwen
THE BIG DREAM by Victoria E. Pannell & Thorir Sigfusson
With summer just around the corner, the last thing on Brandon’s mind is his final essay for sixth-grade English class. In fact, all he wants right now — aside from a refreshing, escapist nap — is to hang out on the rooftop with his friends and his pet crow, Ralph. Or even better: To build a remote-controlled car for the big upcoming race! Not only will the winner be the talk of the town, but the winning car will be featured in an exciting new video game. Can Brandon and his pit crew of friends … [Read more...] about THE BIG DREAM by Victoria E. Pannell & Thorir Sigfusson
Ranger Academy: Shadow of the Tyrant King by PM Johnson
A wonderful adventure for everyone from middle graders to adults! Jack Sawyer is a skinny boy, undersized, and as graceful as a giraffe on roller skates. Unnoticed by everyone at Stoneybrook Middle School, except for a trio of bullies and a few fellow misfits, Jack trudges through the school year like it’s a prison sentence. Jack knows many things, like the names of all the state capitals and how to tell an agate from a plain old rock. But there’s much he doesn’t know. For example, he doesn’t … [Read more...] about Ranger Academy: Shadow of the Tyrant King by PM Johnson
Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1): From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey
A pioneering new graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of the internationally bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series. Naomi, Melvin, Pedro, and Poppy are just a few of the twenty-one rambunctious, funny, and talented baby frogs who share their stories in the Cat Kid Comic Club. Can Li'l Petey, Molly, and Flippy help the students express themselves through comics? The adventures in class and on paper unwind with mishaps and hilarity as the creative baby frogs … [Read more...] about Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1): From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
This children's classic needs no introduction. "Once there was a tree...and she loved a little boy." So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein. This moving parable for all ages offers a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return. Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her … [Read more...] about The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
Finish the Story! Harriet Tubman’s Secret Raid by Jeffrey Bensam
Danny and Kenna are watching TV at Danny’s grandma’s house when a storm knocks out the power. They’re left with nothing to do but listen to another one of his grandma’s “when-I-was-a-kid” stories. But this doesn’t turn out to be an ordinary story for the two kids -- or for you! Danny and Kenna thought that they had learned all about Harriet Tubman in school. But the two kids quickly learn that there is a lot more to this amazing American heroine’s story as they travel with Harriet Tubman on a … [Read more...] about Finish the Story! Harriet Tubman’s Secret Raid by Jeffrey Bensam
Ayrwynn the Apprentice by Tricia Stuart
A fun story set in a small kingdom in the Middle Ages, Ayrwynn the Apprentice is the tale of a tenacious girl who wants with all her heart to be a scribe. Her loving father, Woodworker Aelfred gets her the perfect apprenticeship with Master Scribe Nicholas. Master Scribe Nicholas is a respected scribe whose clients include the Royal Family. Getting an apprenticeship is an amazing opportunity and there's only one thing that might keep Ayrwynn from fulfilling her dream....her knack for getting … [Read more...] about Ayrwynn the Apprentice by Tricia Stuart
