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Stories of the Islands
Par Clar Angkasa. 2023
Journey into a land of magic and powerful girls in this feminist graphic novel retelling of three Indonesian folktales, lushly…
reimagined by a debut author-illustrator.Once upon a time. . .A princess was cursed to live as a snail,Two sisters were trapped by their father&’s wrath,And a mother and daughter faced a hungry giant.No one is coming to save them.Will they get their happily ever after?In this collection of reimagined Indonesian fairy tales, the girls are the ones with power. The power to fight evil, to protect others, and to grow as people. Because why should girls in folktales always need saving? What if they save themselves instead?Based on graphic novelist Clar Angkasa&’s favorite childhood stories and gorgeously illustrated with a dedicated color palette for each tale, this retelling of &“Keong Mas,&” &“Bawang Merah Bawang Putih,&” and &“Timun Mas&” is filled with spectacular landscapes, deep emotions, and a firm belief in the power of girls&’ stories.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionThe Hundredth Voice
Par Caitlin Like. 2023
Uriel Driscoll was born into a family with an amazing gift…and a terrible curse.While his family all have superb singing…
voices, they are doomed to lose their gifts at the height of their success!Invited to the exclusive Aisling Academy, run by his own mysterious grandfather, Uriel finds the curse is the least of his problems: horrible accidents keep befalling the students, ghosts roam the halls, and Uriel isn&’t sure he can sing in the first place! And if Uriel can&’t find a way to break his family&’s curse, he&’ll have to leave his new school, and his new friends, forever…A Sprinkle of Sorcery (A Pinch of Magic)
Par Michelle Harrison. 2021
This sequel to A Pinch of Magic is another spellbinding sisterly adventure, this time with a haunted shipwreck, a fierce…
pirate, and, of course, a little magic!The family curse has been lifted, and the Widdershins sisters—Betty, Fliss, and Charlie—are free to leave the misty prison isle of Crowstone. But when a mysterious girl arrives at their inn accompanied by a will-o’-the-wisp, or ghost, it seems another adventure has landed on their doorstep. The stranger, named Willow, is an escaped prisoner from nearby Lament, desperate to clear her father's name before he's executed for a crime he didn't commit. Then Charlie is kidnapped by poachers, swept away on a dangerous mission in search of pirate treasure that's protected by a vengeful ghost. Betty, Fliss, and Willow pile into their trusty boat and embark on another incredible adventure, one that involves ghosts, fierce pirates, and a journey to a mythic island that exists only in legends. Can they save their sister—and themselves—once more?The Glitter Bug: A Branches Book (Unicorn Diaries)
Par Rebecca Elliott. 2023
Bo and the unicorns meet a magical witch who needs help in this early chapter book from the New York…
Times bestselling author of Owl Diaries! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! In this tenth book in the USA Today bestselling Unicorn Diaries series, Unicorn Bo and friends can't wait to spot a witch! Witches live high above the clouds and are rarely seen flying in the sky. But on one fateful day, a young witch named Charm crash lands in Sparklegrove Forest! The unicorns are super excited to meet a witch for the first time. But when they realize the witch is in trouble, will the unicorns be able to help Charm find her way back home? With full-color artwork throughout and plenty of smiles, your young reader won't be able to put this book down!Some Assembly Required (B.E.S.T. World #3)
Par Cory McCarthy. 2023
Join the boxmates of Liliput in this thrilling conclusion to Cory McCarthy's inclusive B.E.S.T World trilogy as the friends make…
startling discoveries both about themselves and the near-future world they live in.When the boxmates' final adventure takes them from the iconic Tower of Power campus and deepscraper Resistance base to the larger-than-life Bixonic's Co. international space station, their augs are put to the test against a global corporate superpower.Ace, Jayla, Gray, and Leo each face individual decisions that may chart the course of the rest of their lives. Will Ace decide he wants to fly or embrace his emotional genius? Can Leo learn to trust the feelings he can't predict? How will Gray reconcile his identity? Will Jayla use her tech wizardry to save them all?Wand
Par Landra Jennings. 2023
A dazzling story of grief and found family wrapped in a spellbinding fairy tale, perfect for fans of Anne Ursu…
and Jodi Lynn Anderson.Eleven-year-old Mira wishes everything could go back to the way it was. Before she changed schools and had to quit gymnastics. Especially before Papa died. Now she spends her days cooking and cleaning for her stepsisters and Val—who she still won’t call mom and still won’t forgive for the terrible thing she did.When a mysterious girl named Lyndame appears out of the woods wielding a powerful wand, she makes Mira an offer she can’t refuse: she will grant Mira three wishes.What if magic isn’t just pretend after all? What if these wishes could fix everything? But in the quiet town of Between, Georgia, where secrets lurk and rumors swirl of strange creatures, nothing is as it seems, and everything comes at a price.Rising talent Landra Jennings weaves together an enchanting, modern fairy tale with eloquence and compassion about finding hope after loss—and finding belonging in the places we least expect.The Fabulous Glitter Girl
Par Morgan Lee Scheel. 2017
Sparkly fun that teaches children how rewarding it is to spread some truth around! Journey to the Land of…
Glitter and Gleam and discover the world of The Fabulous Glitter Girl! The Fabulous Glitter Girl cultivates the imagination and enhances creativity while teaching a valuable lesson about honesty and courage. Along with The Fabulous Glitter Girl, young readers can learn that disobedience can lead to larger problems; lying is never the answer; telling the truth is courageous; and forgiveness is always available when admitting to your mistakes. The content of the story is timeless and will be enjoyed from generation to generation.D (A Tale of Two Worlds): A Novel
Par Michel Faber. 2020
&“Glorious. A story that will be found and enjoyed and dreamed about for years to come.&”—Neil GaimanA stunning modern-day Dickensian…
fable and a celebration of friendship and bravery for freethinkers everywhere.It all starts on the morning the letter D disappears from language. First, it vanishes from Dhikilo&’s parents&’ conversation at breakfast, then from the road signs outside and from her school dinners. Soon the local dentist and the neighbor&’s dalmatian are missing, and even the Donkey Derby has been called off.Though she doesn&’t know why, Dhikilo is summoned to the home of her old history teacher Professor Dodderfield and his faithful Labrador, Nelly Robinson. And this is where our story begins.Set between England and the wintry land of Liminus, a world enslaved by the monstrous Gamp and populated by fearsome, enchanting creatures, D (A Tale of Two Worlds) is told with simple beauty and warmth. Its celebration of moral courage and freethinking is a powerful reminder of our human capacity for strength, hope and justice.Don't miss Michel Faber's lyrically woven and deeply evocative nonfiction debut, LISTEN, which relfects his lifelong passion for music of all kinds and will change your relationship with the heard world!World of Betty & Veronica Digest #30 (World of Betty & Veronica Digest #30)
Par Archie Superstars. 2023
TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, a week before Christmas, Pow-Girl and Pureheart the powerful discover a band of super-villains are…
gathering supplies for a major caper and race to uncover the sinister scheme before it can threaten the good people of Riverdale. Then, a mystery game taking place at the holiday party at the Lodge Mansion gives Penny Parker some real suspicions. High society will be reeling after this party!Unnaturals: Escape from Lion's Head (Unnaturals Ser. #2)
Par Devon Hughes. 2017
In the second book in the action-packed Unnaturals duology, perfect for fans of the Animorphs or Warriors series, the amazing hybrid…
animal heroes embark on a dangerous journey as they fight to find home.K-07M0 has never had a name. As a fox-bat, she has lived her entire life silently hiding from the other hybrids and the scientists who created her…until the day a new animal gives her the name Kozmo and they help each other escape the underground lab.In the outside world Kozmo meets a pack of hybrids just like her, led by a feisty eagle-dog named Castor. But Castor and his pack are being viciously pursued, and Kozmo is forced to do something she's never done before: trust others to survive. Kozmo will discover that Castor and his friends have unexpected human allies but can they uncover the truth about why the Unnaturals were created together?The Inquisitor's Mark (Eighth Day #2)
Par Dianne K. Salerni. 2015
The sequel to The Eighth Day, a fantasy adventure that VOYA called "unparalleled" and "absolutely necessary for middle grades," continues…
with higher stakes, greater world building, and more pulse-pounding action. With suspense, danger, and new discoveries around every corner, this fast-paced fantasy series that Kirkus Reviews raved was an exciting blend of "modern intrigue and ancient magic" will be a welcome addition for fans of Percy Jackson and Harry Potter.After an all-out battle in Mexico, Jax, Riley, and Evangeline have gone into hiding. There are still rogue Transitioners and evil Kin lords on the hunt for Riley, a descendant of King Arthur, and Evangeline, a powerful wizard with bloodlines to Merlin, in order to gain control over the Eighth Day.So when Finn Ambrose, a mysterious stranger, contacts Jax claiming to be his uncle, Jax's defenses go up—especially after Jax learns that he's holding Jax's best friend, Billy, hostage. To rescue Billy and keep Riley and Evangeline out of the fray, Jax sneaks off to New York City on his own. But once there, he discovers a surprising truth: Finn is his uncle, and Jax comes from a long line of Dulacs—a notoriously corrupt and dangerous Transitioner clan who want Riley dead and Evangeline as their prisoner. And family or not, the Dulacs will stop at nothing to get what they want.Song of the Gargoyle
Par Zilpha Keatley Snyder. 1991
Tymmon was thrown out of his kingdom, and has to make his way in the world, but unexpected help from…
a singing gargoyle will certainly make that easierIn one night, Tymmon&’s life is turned upside down. His father, the beloved court jester of Austernerve, is kidnapped in a night raid. Tymmon escapes his father&’s fate but must find shelter in the dark, deep, and dangerous Sombrous Forest. There, he meets another kind of outcast: Troff, a fearsome-looking dog-like gargoyle with an unexpectedly gorgeous singing voice. Together, the two form a great duo: Tymmon plays the flute while Troff sings. They take their act around the kingdom, until a chance encounter with a mysterious old man gives the two an opportunity to save Tymmon&’s father, and change Tymmon&’s life forever. This ebook features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder.The Golem’s Eye (A Bartimaeus Novel #2)
Par Jonathan Stroud. 2004
The second adventure in the Bartimaeus trilogy finds our young apprentice magician Nathaniel working his way up the ranks of…
the government, when crisis hits. A seemingly invulnerable clay golem is making random attacks on London. Nathaniel and the all-powerful, totally irreverent djinni, Bartimaeus, must travel to Prague to discover the source of the golem's power. In the ensuing chaos, readers will chase a dancing skeleton across London's skyline, encounter the horror of the dreaded Night Police, witness a daring kidnapping, and enter the Machiavellian world of the magician's government. Eventually, Nathaniel and Bartimaeus have to go head to head with the fearsome golem before the surprise identity of his master is finally revealed.El mar de los monstruos: . (Percy Jackson y los dioses del Olimpo #Volumen 2)
Par Rick Riordan. 2006
Continúa la serie de aventuras «Percy Jackson y los Dioses del Olimpo», iniciada con El ladrón del rayo, con esta…
apasionante entrega. En pleno siglo XXI, los antiguos dioses griegos han creado un mundo secreto a nuestro alrededor, donde el monte Olimpo se encuentra encima del Empire State y el reino de Hades en el subsuelo de Los Ángeles.Desde que sabe que es hijo de un dios y una mortal, Percy Jackson espera que el destino le depare continuas aventuras. Y su expectativa se cumplirá con creces. Aunque el nuevo curso en la Escuela Meriwether transcurre con inusual normalidad, un simple partido de balón prisionero acaba en batalla campal contra una banda de feroces gigantes.A partir de ahí, las cosas se precipitan: el perímetro mágico que protege el Campamento Mestizo es destruido por un misterioso enemigo y la única seguridad con que contaban los semidioses desaparece. Así, para impedir este daño irreparable, Percy y sus amigos inician la travesía del temible Mar de los Monstruos en busca de lo único que puede salvar el campamento: el Vellocino de Oro. ** Más vendidos del The New York Times y Publishers Weekly.** Llevada a la gran pantalla a cargo de Chris Columbus, director de las dos primeras entregas de «Harry Potter». Sobre «Percy Jackson y los Dioses del Olimpo» se ha dicho:«No sigas buscando al nuevo Harry Potter: descubre a Percy Jackson, como lo han hecho ya legiones de admiradores.»Kirkus ReviewsGrim Tuesday: Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom #2)
Par Garth Nix. 2004
Arthur Penhaligon's magical adventures continue as he faces a new grave danger -- in the form of an enemy named…
Grim Tuesday. More amazing fantasy from bestselling author Garth Nix.Arthur Penhaligon's magical adventures continue as he faces a new grave danger -- in the form of an enemy named Grim Tuesday. More amazing fantasy from best-selling author Garth Nix.Arthur doesn't think he will ever have to return to the strange house that nearly killed him on Monday -- the house that contains an entire world. But Tuesday brings new challenges -- in the form of an enemy named Grim Tuesday, who threatens the well-being of both Arthur's family and his world. Arthur must retrieve the Second Key from Grim Tuesday in order to save everything -- an adventure that will include stealing a Sunship, surviving a very weird work camp, befriending a bearlike spirit, fighting the voidlike Nithlings, and traveling to the scary Far Reaches for the ultimate showdown.Judy Moody, Mood Martian (Judy Moody #Book Twelve)
Par Megan McDonald. 2014
It's Backwards Day, so Judy Moody double-dares herself to become Queen of the Good Mood for one whole week. Can…
she do it? Will the real Judy Moody please stand up? In honor of Backwards Day, Judy Moody double-dares herself to become a NOT moody, cool-as-a-cucumber Queen of the Good Mood for one whole week. But when her combed hair, matching outfits, and good moods hang around for days after, her friends begin to worry. Could this smiley Judy be an imposter?Lady Friday: Lady Friday (The Keys to the Kingdom #5)
Par Garth Nix. 2007
The fifth book in Garth Nix's New York Times bestselling series!The fifth book in Garth Nix's New York Times-bestselling series!Four…
of the seven Trustees have been defeated and their Keys taken, but for Arthur, the week is still getting worse. Suzy Blue and Fred Gold Numbers have been captured by the Piper, and his New Nithling army still controls most of the Great Maze. Superior Saturday is causing trouble wherever she can, including turning off all the elevators in the House and blocking the Front Door. Amidst all this trouble, Arthur must weigh an offer from Lady Friday that is either a cunning trap for the Rightful Heir or a golden opportunity he must seize--before he's beaten to it!Drowned Wednesday: Drowned Wednesday (The Keys to the Kingdom #3)
Par Garth Nix. 2005
The third spellbinding book in bestselling author Garth Nix's magical Keys to the Kingdom series.The next spellbinding book in best-selling…
author Garth Nix's magical Keys to the Kingdom series.Everyone is after Arthur Penhaligon. Strange pirates. Shadowy creatures. And Drowned Wednesday, whose gluttony threatens both her world and Arthur's. With his unlimited imagination and thrilling storytelling, Garth Nix has created a character and a world that become even more compelling with each book. As Arthur gets closer to the heart of his quest, the suspense and mystery grow more and more intense. . . .Superior Saturday: Superior Saturday (The Keys to the Kingdom #6)
Par Garth Nix. 2008
The penultimate book in Garth Nix's masterpiece series!The penultimate book in Garth Nix's masterpiece series!The secret of his own identity.The…
identity of The Architect.The complete Will of the House.The fulfillment of his fate.Arthur Penhaligon is getting closer and closer to these things... but not without risks, conflict, and adventure.Lord Sunday: Lord Sunday (The Keys to the Kingdom #7)
Par Garth Nix. 2010
The fantastic conclusion to Garth Nix's New York Times bestselling series!The fantastic conclusion to Garth Nix's NEW YORK TIMES bestselling…
series!Seven days. Seven keys. Seven virtues. Seven sins.In this thrilling conclusion to Garth Nix's Keys to the Kingdom series, Arthur Penhaligon must complete his quest to save the Kingdom he is heir to...and Arthur's world.