The world of Minecraft is full of ancient tombs needing exploration, and Wyoming Bones is just the human-turned-skeleton adventurer for the job! It’s a race against time as this archaeologist and treasure hunter tries with his friends to out-think and out-run the villainous Dr. E. Ville as both search for the ancient Tower of the Witch and an artifact with great power. Wyoming and his friends are on a quest to locate the elusive Potion of Everlife before the ruthless Dr. E. Ville gets his hands … [Read more...] about Wyoming Bones and the Potion of Everlife by Elden Walseck
Shadows by the Lighthouse by Melissa Puritis
Welcome to Summerset Island, where the sand is golden and murder looms on the horizon. Summerset Island’s lighthouse is a beacon for beach lovers; the sand is golden, the sea glistening, the locals welcoming, or at least welcoming to the visitors who are wealthy enough to stay. Avery Fowler isn’t going to Summerset Island for a chance to work on his tan, though. His father is now Summerset’s Chief of Police, so thirteen-year-old Avery must leave his old life behind and start over in this North … [Read more...] about Shadows by the Lighthouse by Melissa Puritis
The Princelings of the East Books 1-3 by Jemima Pett
The Princelings of the East Books 1-3 by Jemima Pett A time tunnel, a pirate king, a lost city. In three separate adventures, Princelings Fred and George set out to solve trifling problems, and uncover dangerous and sometimes desperate foes, each with his or her own agenda, threatening the peace of the Realms. The Princelings of the East: the saga starts with Fred and George leaving their cosy Castle in the Marsh. They encounter the mysterious cola vendor Hugo, the playboy Prince Lupin, and … [Read more...] about The Princelings of the East Books 1-3 by Jemima Pett
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
Never Turn the Page Too Soon by Leslie R. Henderson
Think TOY STORY in a bookstore and you have the tale of Little Book, a ‘tween hero who dares to become a bestseller after his frustrated author abandons him on the donation cart in a bookstore at the close of business one night. But only twelve hours until the bookstore reopens, and the Space-arrangers growing increasingly suspicious of him, he will have to work fast to prove he can rival the best the bookstore has to offer or risk being shredded into a pile of confetti. Targeted Age Group:: … [Read more...] about Never Turn the Page Too Soon by Leslie R. Henderson
The Chronicle Gate Vol. 1: Ethereal by N. Lang
What if you ended up on a planet and had no idea how you got there? On a planet called Ethereal live creatures known as the Elouse. A couple of kids discover a human child and take him in. While their dad, Jasper, tries to find the planet “Earth” (which doesn’t exist in their galaxy) their mom, Ellen, and her girls, Taylinn, and Avigale are left to welcome and care for, Sinya, who has no recollection how he got there in the first place. Sinya tries to fit in his surroundings and make friends but … [Read more...] about The Chronicle Gate Vol. 1: Ethereal by N. Lang
Jimmy Crikey’s Adventures in the Sky Islands by Wallace Briggs
Jimmy Crikey's Adventures in the Sky Islands by Wallace Briggs Jimmy Crikey's Adventures in the Sky Islands This stand-alone story is the second in the series of Jimmy Crikey's adventures. Jimmy Crikey is the orphan alien brought up by a loving lady who lived on the edge of the forest close to Esh Village. Once bullied beyond endurance because of his strange appearance, Jimmy ran away, searching for a place where he could fit in. He found himself in the town of Roombelow, where Jimmy … [Read more...] about Jimmy Crikey’s Adventures in the Sky Islands by Wallace Briggs
Marty: The Completely Unexpected, Absolutely Dangerous, and Rather Fun Adventure. by E.W. Choate Jr.
Small Heroes ~ Big Adventure! Marty knew it was going to be a strange morning. But she had no idea that her life was about to change forever—or possibly end. As her troubles compound, Marty learns the Castle of Light has fallen to a rogue Blue Witch and her monstrous Lutabeast army. With everyone’s fate hanging in the balance, Marty is thrust into an unexpected and dangerous adventure. Her only companion? Roger Ruzo—the unlikeliest of friends. Only one thing’s for sure. If she can’t … [Read more...] about Marty: The Completely Unexpected, Absolutely Dangerous, and Rather Fun Adventure. by E.W. Choate Jr.
The Magpie King by M. J. Fahy
The Magpie King by M. J. Fahy A beautiful middle grade magical adventure: In the large and frightening world of the Bigguns, Tatty Moon, a faerie child, must rid her village of thieving magpies and rampaging Gnomes, all under the spell of the Queen's merciless nephew. With the help of a group of friends who include a gypsy, an elf, a wood sprite, an elderly rat, and a hawk-sized dragonfly, Tatty journeys far to try and defeat him. … [Read more...] about The Magpie King by M. J. Fahy
