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Diary of Steve the Noob: A New World (An Unofficial Minecraft Book) (Book 1) (Steve the Noob in a New World by Steve the Noob
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsSteve and Alex arrive in a new world. What awaits them in this strange land? Is it danger? Is it adventure? Maybe it's new friends? Or possibly new enemies? Find out by reading this book today! Disclaimer: This book is a work of fanfiction; it is not an official Minecraft book. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corp... -
![What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada]()
What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThis is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult... -
![Nether Kitten: Books 1 2 & 3: by Cube Kid]()
Nether Kitten: Books 1 2 & 3: by Cube Kid
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA kitten named Eeebs has been chosen by destiny to save Minecraftia. The enderman named EnderStar wants to rule both the Nether and the Overworld, and Eeebs must stop him. Along the way, he meets a friendly ghast named Clyde who will help him understand his new superpowers that the Nether has given him. First volume in a series... -
![Diary of Steve the Noob 10 by Steve the Noob]()
Diary of Steve the Noob 10 by Steve the Noob
Rated: 4.81 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThis Minecraft diary is 9,000 words long with 18 pictures to accompany the story.Things are finally settling down for Steve. He is back home and Cindy is cured, but she's stuck in sleep mode. The village is beginning to grow and will need Steve's help to keep it safe. There is no break for our hero because a hero's work is never done, even if that hero is a noob... -
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![I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak]()
I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsA board book about why we love the people we love - mostly, just because they are them! It is suitable to be read to very young children, assuring them that they are always loved, no matter what they may do... -
![Michael Vey Complete Collection Books 1-7: Michael Vey; Michael Vey 2; Michael Vey 3; Michael Vey 4; Michael Vey 5; Michael Vey 6; Michael Vey 7 by Richard Paul Evans]()
Michael Vey Complete Collection Books 1-7: Michael Vey; Michael Vey 2; Michael Vey 3; Michael Vey 4; Michael Vey 5; Michael Vey 6; Michael Vey 7 by Richard Paul Evans
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAll seven electrifying books in the New York Times bestselling Michael Vey series are now available in a collectible paperback boxed set!To everyone at Meridian High School, Michael Vey is nothing special, just the kid who has Tourette’s syndrome. But in truth, Michael is extremely special—he has electric powers...Categorized as:
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![What Should Danny Do? by Adir Levy, Ganit Levy]()
What Should Danny Do? by Adir Levy, Ganit Levy
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings"Danny is a real-life superhero in training, learning about his most important super power of all: 'the power to choose.' In this book, YOU decide how the story will end by making choices for Danny... -
![Hero: Hurricane Rescue by Jennifer Li Shotz]()
Hero: Hurricane Rescue by Jennifer Li Shotz
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe action-packed follow-up to Hero, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Li Shotz. When a dangerous hurricane strikes town and Jack and his puppy, Scout, go missing, retired search-and-rescue dog Hero is the only one who can track them down.Hero and his human, Ben, set off into the woods, but when the storm surges out of control, the group is suddenly trapped with no way out... -
![Untitled by Nick Eliopulos]()
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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![Legends of Fire by A.L. Knorr]()
Legends of Fire by A.L. Knorr
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBound by an oath she cannot retract, Saxony must save an old enemy from a new one.Preorder Legends of Fire and watch the sparks fly!Arcturus Academy is an action-adventure series of five books by a USA Today and Amazon best-selling author... -
![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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![Courtney: Friendship Superhero by Kellen Hertz]()
Courtney: Friendship Superhero by Kellen Hertz
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsCourtney’s suited up for an epic adventure—just like Crystal Starshooter, the video game hero she invented. Crystal is brave and bold and doesn’t back down. Courtney tries to be the same in real life. When Courtney meets Isaac Wells at the arcade, they form an epic friendship...Categorized as:
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![Super Rooster Saves the Day by Maureen Wright, Rob McClurkan]()
Super Rooster Saves the Day by Maureen Wright, Rob McClurkan
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRalph the rooster has big dreams of becoming a superhero. But the other farm animals aren’t so sure—except for Rosie the pig, that is. She’s Ralph’s best friend, and she believes in him. As Ralph and Rosie hang around the farm, there are just no opportunities to be a superhero and save the day...until the farmer turns on the radio, and the “Chicken Dance” song starts playing... -
![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... -
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![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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![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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![Anansi and the Golden Pot by Taiye Selasi]()
Anansi and the Golden Pot by Taiye Selasi
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA West African story about the much-loved trickster, Anansi, retold and reimagined for a new generation by award-winning author Taiye Selasi"Allow me to introduce myself."But he needed no introduction. "Anansi the spider!" said Anansi the boy. "The tales were true!""Traditional tales are always true," the spider answered, laughing. "Nothing lasts so long as truth, nor travels quite so far... -
![Laugh Out Loud by James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein]()
Laugh Out Loud by James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsGet ready to Laugh Out Loud (a lot!) with James Patterson's bestselling novel about a book company--run by kids! Now available in paperback.Jimmy loves reading so much that he's inspired to start a book company for kids--run by kids... -
![The Wrath of Darth Maul by Ryder Windham]()
The Wrath of Darth Maul by Ryder Windham
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe most anticipated Star Wars biography yet!One of the most feared villains of all time.One of the most iconic characters of the Star Wars saga.One incredible story...Categorized as:
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![Brief Thief by Michaël Escoffier, Kris Di Giacomo]()
Brief Thief by Michaël Escoffier, Kris Di Giacomo
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Leon discovers that all the toilet paper is gone, he must find something else to use. He has no time to lose!Spying something that looks just right, he goes for it and finished his business... -
![Silver World by Cliff McNish]()
Silver World by Cliff McNish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMillions huddle in Coldharbour, waiting for the huge and terrifying Roar. Milo, the silver child, is the first line of the Earth’s defence. Under his wings, Helen probes the Roar’s mind, while the twins, Emily and Freda, struggle to free the mysterious Protector. Walter’s task is the hardest of all - keeping the others alive for long enough to find a weapon to defeat the Roar... -
![Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power! by Eunice Moyle, Sabrina Moyle]()
Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power! by Eunice Moyle, Sabrina Moyle
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIntroducing two new potty pals kids and parents will adore, Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power! is a humorous potty-training book with a hip sensibility and a playful take on a toddler’s most important rite of passage... -
![Why? by Adam Rex]()
Why? by Adam Rex
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratings"[Adam] Rex delivers a storytime home run—hilarious, heartfelt, instructive, and interactive... -
![Silver City by Cliff McNish]()
Silver City by Cliff McNish
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom the desolate reaches of space, the Roar has smelled the children of Earth and her hunger knows no bounds. Children from all over the world are rushing to Coldharbour. Here, Milo, a silver boy the size of cities, has emerged as the first great defender against the Roar. But where will the second generation come from?Six special children hold the key, but their strength is dwindling... -
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![Oracle - Sunken Earth by C.W. Trisef]()
Oracle - Sunken Earth by C.W. Trisef
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFall, current day, Atlantic Ocean. Another hurricane tears through the Bahamas, headed for Florida. Among the wreckage: a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat, one survivor (Ret Cooper), and a spherical object of curious design (the Oracle). Ret Cooper is a simple young man with mysterious origins, unique physical features, and no memory of his past... -
![Beware Of Dog by Bob Balaban]()
Beware Of Dog by Bob Balaban
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMeet Thomas and his new best friend McGrowl--a courageous canine who's bionic to the bone!When Thomas's loveable dog McGrowl is hit by a car, Thomas is heartbroken. But just when he thinks McGrowl will be lost to him forever, the mysterious vet Dr. Minderbender steps in to save the day. After a strange operation, McGrowl is alive, but he has been changed forever...Categorized as:
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![The Lego Movie: Calling All Master Builders! (DK Readers L1) by Helen Murray]()
The Lego Movie: Calling All Master Builders! (DK Readers L1) by Helen Murray
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWho are the Master Builders? Do they have what it takes to stop an evil LEGO(R) tyrant from ending the LEGO world? This all-new Level 1 reader from DK's levelled reading program follows the adventures of "The LEGO(R) Movie," assembling in February 2014... -
![Dr. Maniac Will See You Now by R.L. Stine]()
Dr. Maniac Will See You Now by R.L. Stine
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe infamous, Most Wanted Goosebumps characters are out on the loose and they're coming after you! Catch them all, undead or alive!The Most Wanted list continues with Dr. Maniac, the strangest doctor of them all. When a group of comic book characters appear in the real world, twelve-year-old Richard Dreezer, must track down Dr. Maniac to save the day... -
![Splat the Cat Takes the Cake by Amy Hsu Lin, Rob Scotton]()
Splat the Cat Takes the Cake by Amy Hsu Lin, Rob Scotton
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn this Splat the Cat story for beginning readers, Splat loves watching his favorite superhero, Super Cat, on the family TV, but when the set breaks, Splat has no way to watch his cherished cartoon. Splat asks himself, "What would Super Cat do?" and decides to save the day by winning a brand-new TV. The only problem is that winning the TV requires Splat to enter a cake-baking contest . . -
![Quest of Qui by Kenneth Robeson, Lester Dent]()
Quest of Qui by Kenneth Robeson, Lester Dent
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWHO IS DOC SAVAGE?To the world at large, Doc Savage is a strange, mysterious figure of glistening bronze skin and golden eyes. To his amazing co-adventurers - the five greatest brains ever assembled in one group - he is a man of superhuman strength and protean genius, whose life is dedicated to the destruction of evil-doers... -
![Do Super Heroes Have Teddy Bears? by Carmela LaVigna Coyle]()
Do Super Heroes Have Teddy Bears? by Carmela LaVigna Coyle
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFollow along as two ragtag, everyday super heroes don capes to play in the mud, save their stuffed animals from certain peril, conquer the vegetables at dinner, and overcome darkness at night.Are super heroes always brave and daring?We’re brave and bold and kind and caring... -
![Wind Tamer by P.R. Morrison]()
Wind Tamer by P.R. Morrison
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsArchie Stringweed is sure that the wind talks to him. It seems to creep up behind him and blow him along the pavement; to drape itself around his shoulders and screech in his ear. And things get even stranger as his tenth birthday approaches. A strange ball of green light hovers by his bed and a giant white bird appears at his window, carrying a mysterious gold coin...Categorized as:
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![Nowhere by Jon Robinson]()
Nowhere by Jon Robinson
Rated: 3.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings'No one's coming for us.Not our families, not the police.No one.'Alyn, Jes, Ryan and Elsa are Nowhere. A concrete cube in the middle of a dense forest. Imprisoned inside are one hundred teenagers from all over the country. They're all criminals. But none of them remember committing any crimes. Who has put them there. What do their captors want? And how will they ever break free . .
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