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The Lost Hero Sneak Peek by Rick Riordan
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 24 ratings"Seven half-bloods shall answer the call,/ To storm or fire the world must fall./ An oath to keep with a final breath,/ And foes bear arms to the Doors of Death." A terse quatrain casts a teasing challenge at a new combine of demigods in this series launch by Rick Riordan. A tantalizing new adventure epic from the author of Percy Jackson & The Olympians...Categorized as:
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![The Jolly Pocket Postman by Janet Ahlberg, Allan Ahlberg]()
The Jolly Pocket Postman by Janet Ahlberg, Allan Ahlberg
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEveryone's favorite postman finds himself in Alice's Wonderland, knee-high to a Mad Hatter, but nothing can stop the Jolly Postman from completing his mail route as he travels through the Emerald City with Dorothy and other fairy-tale favorites...Categorized as:
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![The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley]()
The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a fantasy come true: all three books in the hilarious fractured fairy tale trilogy by James Riley, available together in a box set!This complete boxed set of the Half Upon a Time trilogy tells the story of Jack, as in, son of the infamous Jack who stole the magic beans from the giant... -
![The Books of Bayern Box Set by Shannon Hale]()
The Books of Bayern Box Set by Shannon Hale
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe first three books in the highly acclaimed Books of Bayern series are now available in a beautiful boxed set. It all began with the retelling of a Grimm's fairy tale in The Goose Girl, and now the world of Bayern is rich with fairy tales all its own. Fans will be delighted with this package that features their favorite Bayern characters as well as a sneak peek of the newest book: Forest Born... -
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![Sky Raiders Free Preview Edition: (The First 10 Chapters) (Five Kingdoms) by Brandon Mull]()
Sky Raiders Free Preview Edition: (The First 10 Chapters) (Five Kingdoms) by Brandon Mull
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn a world that lies between reality and imagination, a “fanciful, action-packed adventure” awaits (Publishers Weekly, starred review). Come and claim it in this first book of the Five Kingdoms series, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fablehaven and Beyonders series... -
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Untitled by Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis trilogy of e-shorts shines a light on one of the most compelling--and dangerous--villains of the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series.Now and then, to accomplish something great, you have to do something bad. Shane intends to end the conflict that's devastating Erdas... and to achieve that, he's just done something very bad...Categorized as:
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![The Girl Who Cried Flowers and Other Tales by Jane Yolen]()
The Girl Who Cried Flowers and Other Tales by Jane Yolen
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFive original stories with the flavor of classic folk literature focus on the themes of love, truth, fear, and kindness...Categorized as:
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![Scarlet Discovers True Strength by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Scarlet Discovers True Strength by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsScarlet is overly intense and can be manipulative and vengeful. She needs to relax, learn how to encourage others instead of manipulating them, while staying true to her passionate, strong-willed personality.Star Day is approaching, an annual school event where classes are cancelled and there is a big campus party with games, picnics, and music...Categorized as:
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![Vega and the Fashion Disaster by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Vega and the Fashion Disaster by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsVega tends to be too uptight and judgmental and she is a real worrywart. She needs to figure out how to loosen up while retaining her excellent decision-making skills. The Star Darlings attempt to put aside petty issues to save Starland.Vega's Mission: Vega arrives at a fancy school in a fast-paced city in Wishworld. Vega tries every after school activity in an attempt to find The Wisher...Categorized as:
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![Untitled by Nick Eliopulos]()
Untitled by Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis trilogy of e-shorts shines a light on one of the most compelling--and dangerous--villains of the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series.The war is over and Erdas is rebuilding. It seems everyone is celebrating a new age of peace.Everyone except Shane. Shane wants revenge.The young Conqueror is on the hunt, tracking a target who knows his every move before it happens...Categorized as:
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![Tangled: The Junior Novelization by Irene Trimble]()
Tangled: The Junior Novelization by Irene Trimble
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsExpect adventure, heart, humor, and hair . . . lots of hair, when Disney Tangled comes to theaters Holiday 2010! The Junior Novelization retells the complete story of the swashbuckling, computer-animated comedy—and features eight pages of full-color movie stills...Categorized as:
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![Sage and the Journey to Wishworld by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Sage and the Journey to Wishworld by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHigh in the sky above Earth is a most beautiful star, inhabited by a race of people who keep the heavens safe - the Starlings. Their job, which they have done for as long as anyone can remember, is to help grant the wishes of humans. Wishes made on birthday candles, shooting stars, dandelions, wishbones, and coins tossed into fountains, just to name a few...Categorized as:
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![The Zodiac Legacy: Balance of Power by Stan Lee, Stuart Moore]()
The Zodiac Legacy: Balance of Power by Stan Lee, Stuart Moore
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSteven Lee always thought that having superpowers would make him happy, make life easier, and make everything more fun. He was wrong. Steven, now 16 years old, has spent years living with the power of the Tiger...Categorized as:
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![Pete the Cat: Super Pete by Kimberly Dean, James Dean]()
Pete the Cat: Super Pete by Kimberly Dean, James Dean
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen there's trouble in town, it’s up to Pete the Cat's alter ego, Super Pete, to save the day! With his cool jet, nifty goggles, and slick slingshot, Super Pete is ready to take down any bad guys... -
![Super Slug of Doom: A Super Happy Magic Forest Story by Matty Long]()
Super Slug of Doom: A Super Happy Magic Forest Story by Matty Long
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Super Happy Magic Forest is once again thrown into disruption and chaos when Blossom the unicorn accidentally releases the super slug of doom from his hibernation beneath an ordinary rock. Can our five reluctant heroes -- Hoofius, Blossom, Twinkle, Trevor, and Herbert -- once again save their beloved forest from slimy, sludgy, yucky evil? We sure hope so. . -
![Hawkite Arrow of the Air by Adam Blade]()
Hawkite Arrow of the Air by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe diabolical Hawkite has destroyed the crops of Gwildor and the people are starving... -
![Multiplying Menace: The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin by Pam Calvert]()
Multiplying Menace: The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin by Pam Calvert
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRumpelstiltskin is back! This time he's making mischief with his multiplying stick. Can Peter unlock the secret of the stick in time to save the kingdom? Whimsical illustrations bring fun to multiplying whole numbers and fractions... -
![Medea the Enchantress by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Medea the Enchantress by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPrincess Medea and a boy named Jason go on a quest for the Golden Fleece in this twenty-third Goddess Girls adventure!Jason and Princess Medea are on a quest for the golden fleece, a symbol of kingship, that’s hanging from a limb of the great oak tree. But a huge sleeping serpent guards the fleece—and is the one (scary!) barrier for Jason and Medea... -
![The Starlight Slippers by Susan Maupin Schmid]()
The Starlight Slippers by Susan Maupin Schmid
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFans of the Land of Stories and the Descendants series are sure to find the lighthearted fantasy-adventure of 100 Dresses a perfect fit!100 Dresses100 Disguises100 Daring AdventuresInside an enchanted castle, there's a closet--a closet with one hundred magical dresses that only Darling Dimple can wear. Each one disguises her as somebody else...Categorized as:
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![Convol the Cold-blooded Brute by Adam Blade]()
Convol the Cold-blooded Brute by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTom and his companions have arrived in a strange new land -- Tavania. Wizard Malvel's evil magic has enraged six terrifying new Beasts. To restore harmony, Tom must first face Convol the Cold-blooded Brute in a deadly desert duel.. -
![Unforeseen by Ridley Pearson]()
Unforeseen by Ridley Pearson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFairlies Amanda and Jess have won the hearts of Kingdom Keepers fans. Over the years, they’ve protected and supported the five Disney guides with their paranormal abilities. Now for the first time, author Ridley Pearson focuses on the “fairly human” girls, taking us inside Jess’s mind as she and Amanda embark on a journey to unravel her latest prophetic dream... -
![Disney: Beauty and the Beast Book of the Film by Walt Disney Company]()
Disney: Beauty and the Beast Book of the Film by Walt Disney Company
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![Leona's Unlucky Mission by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa]()
Leona's Unlucky Mission by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLeona thinks she is the center of the universe, and can be quite bossy. She must recognize that the world does not revolve around her while not losing her powerful self-confidence.Leona expects all conversations with the other girls to be about Leona which often leads to arguments between her and her friends...Categorized as:
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![Pingo and the Playground Bully by Brandon Mull]()
Pingo and the Playground Bully by Brandon Mull
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn first grade, Chad and his imaginary friend, Pingo, meet other kids and their imaginary friends: Gary protects the galaxy with Sparky the robot; Tiffany helps save the day with Awesome Girl; and Dustin can hide Mr. Bob in his pocket...Categorized as:
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![Hit the Road, Helen! by Kate McMullan]()
Hit the Road, Helen! by Kate McMullan
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Paris and Helen decide to hit the road together, it means more trouble than they can imagine for both themselves and the people of Troy. But who says Helen is entirely at fault? Sure she had a face that launched a thousand ships . . . but she also had a little interference from the meddling god of love and his mother, Aphrodite. Think you know the truth behind the Greek myths? Think again... -
![Sleeping Beauty by Walt Disney Company]()
Sleeping Beauty by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe evil Maleficent has cast a spell on the lovely Princess Aurora... -
![Nice Shot, Cupid! by Kate McMullan]()
Nice Shot, Cupid! by Kate McMullan
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhat a myth-o-maniac (old Greek-speak for liar)! Zeus's version of the myths is completely wrong. It's time to set the record straight. For the first time ever, Hades, King of the Underworld, reveals the true story behind the myths.This laugh-out-loud series of fractured Greek myths by best-selling author Kate McMullan is irreverent, irresistible, and totally twisted... -
![Prince and the Pauper by Walt Disney Company, Teddy Slater]()
Prince and the Pauper by Walt Disney Company, Teddy Slater
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn his first starring role in more than a decade, Mickey Mouse leads a cast that includes Pluto, Goofy, Donald, and Pete in this spirited retelling of Mark Twain's classic tale. Based on the 1990 Disney animated short, this vibrantly illustrated picture book will delight young readers. Full color... -
![Anansi and the Talking Melon by Eric A. Kimmel]()
Anansi and the Talking Melon by Eric A. Kimmel
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Anansi the Spider gets stuck in a melon, he decides to pass his time by doing what he's best at--tricking the other animals around him. When his melon begins talking, Elephant is so impressed he decides to take it to show the king. But Anansi can't resist the opportunity to make jokes at the expense of everyone they meet... -
![Immortal Destiny by Aiden James]()
Immortal Destiny by Aiden James
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn this third installment of The Judas Chronicles, William Barrow (AKA Judas Iscariot) is faced with recovering the silver coin he dreads above all others. Known as the "Singing Coin" among the ancients, this shekel was originally lost long ago...on the very night of Jesus Christ's arrest in Jerusalem...Categorized as:
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![Vespick The Wasp Queen by Adam Blade]()
Vespick The Wasp Queen by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTom has nearly reached the end of his most challenging Beast Quest! The fate of his mother and the land of Kayonia depend on him and his faithful companions... -
![The Library Gingerbread Man by Dotti Enderle]()
The Library Gingerbread Man by Dotti Enderle
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Gingerbread Man ran into a crowd at 920, the biography section. Abraham Lincoln, Harriet Tubman, and Amelia Earhart tried to stop him. "Stop! Stop, Gingerbread Man! You're a long way from home."The Gingerbread Man sped around them. "Run, run, as fast as you can... -
![The Tale of Tricky Fox by Jim Aylesworth, Barbara McClintock]()
The Tale of Tricky Fox by Jim Aylesworth, Barbara McClintock
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe clever collaborators behind The Gingerbread Man and Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy offer another buoyant retelling in this tale within a tale. A teacher from yesteryear gathers her students around her to read to them a book--which keen-eyed kids will recognize as the book in their own hands... -
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![Fang the Bat Fiend by Adam Blade]()
Fang the Bat Fiend by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEvil Wizard Velmal holds Tom's mother captive, and death creeps closer with every moment. To rescue her, Tom still has to find four potion ingredients...Categorized as:
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![Once Upon a Wild Wood by Chris Riddell]()
Once Upon a Wild Wood by Chris Riddell
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA visual feast on every page, illustrated with warmth and humour and full of witty details to discover – this is Chris Riddell at his picture book best!Little Green Raincape is on her way to Rapunzel's party, deep in the wild woods. The way is long and dark, but Green is a smart girl... -
![Komodo the Lizard King by Adam Blade]()
Komodo the Lizard King by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTom's most challenging Quest awaits! He must rescue his mother from devious Wizard Velmal by finding six potion ingredients, all guarded by the terrifying Beasts of Kayonia. Can Tom and his companions brave the Dead Desert and conquer Komodo the Lizard King.. -
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Doombringer by Paul Stewart
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCade Quarter is building a new life for himself in the wild Farrow Ridges, miles away from civilization – and from the enemies who are seeking him. But when his new home is threatened by villainous mire-pearlers, Cade and his friends must find a way to defend the land they love, and the wise and beautiful secrets it holds... -
![Books Do Not Have Wings by Brynne Barnes]()
Books Do Not Have Wings by Brynne Barnes
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis whimsical, rhyming tale whirls readers through all the fantastic things that can be found between the pages of a book. From a pirate adventure to a fairy fete, Books Do Not Have Wings explores all the wonderful things a book is that go way beyond its cover and pages... -
![Suddenly Super by Jen Calonita]()
Suddenly Super by Jen Calonita
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat if Violet became an agent of Syndrome?Fourteen-year-old Violet Parr lives by two rules: hide her superpowers, and blend in. But when a mysterious woman named Mirage claims that her parents have been killed by the National Super Agency, Violet realises everything she thought she knew about her life might be a lie...Categorized as:
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![Voyage aux enfers (Amos Daragon t. 7) by Bryan Perro]()
Voyage aux enfers (Amos Daragon t. 7) by Bryan Perro
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPrisonnier des Enfers, le porteur de masques devra traverser l’Achéron, le fleuve du chagrin, le Styx, l’affluent de la haine, la Phlégéton, la rivière en flammes, le Cocyte, le torrent des lamentations, et le Léthé, le ruisseau de l’oubli, afin d’atteindre la cité Infernale...Categorized as:
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![Little Red Writing by Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet]()
Little Red Writing by Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet
Rated: 3.93 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAcclaimed writer Joan Holub and Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet team up in this hilarious and exuberant retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, in which a brave, little red pencil finds her way through the many perils of writing a story, faces a ravenous pencil sharpener (the Wolf 3000)... and saves the day...Categorized as:
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![Amos Daragon: The Key of Braha by Bryan Perro]()
Amos Daragon: The Key of Braha by Bryan Perro
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBook #2 in the exciting Amos Daragon series. Amos survived his first mission as Mask Wearer, but soon after that, an encounter with a mysterious girl brings his life to an end—and sends him on his way to Braha, the City of the Dead, where souls await judgment...Categorized as:
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![Girls to the Rescue, #1 by Bruce Lansky]()
Girls to the Rescue, #1 by Bruce Lansky
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn most heroic tales, a helpless young lady waits around for a prince to rescue her. But the spunky girls in this entertaining series are much too busy saving the day to await Prince Charming. These adaptations and original stories from around the world inspire readers to become a new kind of heroine...Categorized as:
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![Arthur's Underwear by Marc Brown]()
Arthur's Underwear by Marc Brown
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsArthur is having nightmares about showing up to school in his underwear! So he tries all sorts of tricks to stay awake. If he stops sleeping, the bad dreams will stop too.. -
![You Think It's Easy Being the Tooth Fairy? by Sheri Bell-Rehwoldt]()
You Think It's Easy Being the Tooth Fairy? by Sheri Bell-Rehwoldt
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAll over America, kids are losing their teeth. And who is there to gather them up, leaving coins in their places? The Tooth Fairy, of course! A self-described "action kind of gal" with plenty of attitude, she reveals her secrets at last. Learn about her amazing Tooth-o-Finder. Marvel at her ingenious flying machine. Watch her in action, dodging dogs and cats and gerbils... -
![Dream Friends by You Byun]()
Dream Friends by You Byun
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“[Reminiscent] of the classic 'Goodnight Moon' with its haunting, twilight-inflected color scheme.” – The New York Times Book ReviewYou Byun’s sparkling debut establishes her as a major picture book talent.Melody has the most wonderful friend in her dreams. They do all sorts of magical things together. But when Melody wakes up, she’s back in the real world, where she hasn’t yet made a friend... -
![Amos Daragon: Curse of Freyja Bk. 4 by Bryan Perro]()
Amos Daragon: Curse of Freyja Bk. 4 by Bryan Perro
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAmos Daragon is an ordinary boy with an extraordinary gift - he has been chosen to be the Mask Wearer. Along with his best friend Beorf, he overcomes the forces of evil and harness the awesome elemental powers of wind, earth, fire and water...Categorized as:
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![La tour d'El-Bab (Amos Daragon t. 5) by Bryan Perro]()
La tour d'El-Bab (Amos Daragon t. 5) by Bryan Perro
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEnmerkar, grand prêtre des lointaines contrées de Sumérie, et Aratta, roi de Dur-Sarrukin, décident d’unir leurs forces pour créer un monument digne de la puissance d’Enki, leur dieu. Afin de retrouver sa mère, Frilla, et son maître Sartigan, Amos entreprendra un long voyage sur le fleuve Volf en direction de la Sumérie... -
![The Promise by Peter Lerangis]()
The Promise by Peter Lerangis
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the lost Journals of the New York Times bestselling Seven Wonders series comes the story of how Atlantis came to rest at the bottom of the sea.Follow the threads of history back to ancient times. Two Atlantean princes, Karai and Massarym, obsessed with power and terrified of the mysterious Loculi, turned against it each other in a bitter rivalry...Categorized as:
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