"An enjoyable and exciting read about a thoroughly enchanting little dog." —The Children's Book Review. Nobody told Jake that dogs don’t talk. Or that he’d have to take on a sorcerer and his horrid raven...and stop a war between three kingdoms. Perfect for fans of C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia and S.D. Smith's The Green Ember. "I loved reading A Leap Into Darkness; it is one of the best preteen children's books I've read." —Readers' Favorite (5-star review) Targeted Age Group:: Ages … [Read more...] about A Leap into Darkness by Ray Petrolino
The Fantastic Order of Odd Travelers by Sherry Torgent
Daniel doesn’t remember who he is or how he got to the Museum of Art. The only clue he has is the small red book in his pocket that contains a list of time travel portals hidden within the museum’s art collection. Only, time travel is impossible. Isn’t it? When 13-yr-old Abigail meets Daniel at the art museum, she never expects to suddenly find herself transported to 1300s France right in the middle of a war with England. To make matters worse, there’s a menacing lady in black chasing after … [Read more...] about The Fantastic Order of Odd Travelers by Sherry Torgent
The Viking’s Apprentice by Kevin Mcleod
An ancient evil has returned to Campbell’s Cove… When best friends Peter and George visit Peter’s Granddad’s amazing mansion in Campbell’s Cove they had no idea it would change their lives forever. Deep beneath them in the caves of the Cove an evil has returned, an evil which threatens to destroy everything they believed to be true about their world. Peter must learn who he really is, and what he must do to save the children of the Cove. Together with George and his Granddad they go on an … [Read more...] about The Viking’s Apprentice by Kevin Mcleod
FEARFUL: Scary Stories of the Evil App by Christian Nava
Esau "S" Bryant is a twelve-year-old boy desperate to become an influencer to help his family. And when he finds a strange phone in an abandoned mall, it seems he finally got a lucky break, until he realizes his new mobile device is cursed. Now he will have to face his worst fears and fight an online evil spirit to save himself, his family, and—the world. Join Esau and his friends as they go on incredible adventures involving a haunted phone, demonic possessions, and an internet troll with a … [Read more...] about FEARFUL: Scary Stories of the Evil App by Christian Nava
FEATURED BOOK: Manny the Fuzzball! by John Cassidy
Genre: Midgrade fantasy, science fiction Liv’s an animal rescuer, beloved by animals near and far. be that as it may, there is an owl that despises all things belonging to humanity, and Liv's right at the top of that list. He plans to rain down on her the full might of the animal kingdom. No force on the entire planet can stop that. However, there was a critical flaw in his plans—he should never have made that baby bird angry. A baby bird overhears a horrendous plot to make a beloved human … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Manny the Fuzzball! by John Cassidy
Marco, Pablo, & Olivia: Fútbol Tryouts by Ana Cortes
Meet the Costa kids...Marco, Pablo, and Olivia are two brothers and a sister who came from the mountains of Ecuador. The three kids grew up in a farmhouse with their parents and very little means. After their dad got a high-paying job, Marco, Pablo, Olivia, and their parents move into the coast for a fresh start. The Costa sibling’s lives turn into a wild ride when they make new friends, set off on adventures, celebrate traditions, deal with rivals, embark on journeys, and experience things … [Read more...] about Marco, Pablo, & Olivia: Fútbol Tryouts by Ana Cortes
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
