Age 13

Twelve-year-old Priya Patel wants to disappear. Between school bullies mocking her Indian heritage and a viral meme that calls her “CurryGirl12,” Priya feels invisible, or worse, like a joke. But everything changes when she discovers her late grandmother’s magical sewing machine, which opens a portal to the Loominary, a world where enchanted fabrics stitched from Indian folklore can heal hearts and protect joy. Joined by tech genius Harper and shy artist Lila, Priya enters the Secret Seamstress Society, battling Rakshasa-like villains called Threadbreakers who unravel happiness across...

Hold onto your hats, kids, because Tommy Archer and his legendary Blue Heeler, Lizzy, are about to take you on the wildest ride through the Australian outback! When a massive bushfire threatens their family’s cattle station, 13-year-old Tommy, three exchange students, and a litter of mischievous pups must lead 500 stubborn cows to safety. But this isn’t just a walk in the park—think raging rivers, sneaky dingoes, cranky snakes, and a whole lot of cow chaos! With Lizzy barking orders like a furry general, Tommy’s crew faces epic adventures and side-splitting mishaps—like Hiro’s ...

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Action, adventure, and suspense collide in this swashbuckling tale of pirates, sea monsters, and curses! Perfect for young readers! Summer has arrived at the North Pole, and Santa’s castle is humming in excitement for the upcoming Midsummer Festival. But Leo’s dreams of rest and relaxation are quickly cut short when a new mission falls in his lap. A faraway land called the Emerald Realm has been devastated by a terrible curse. Leo must travel to this land of pirates and tropical wonders and find a way to break the curse. Join Leo the Elf on this exciting adventure where danger lurks ...

In the heart of the Australian outback, where red dirt meets endless sky, thirteen-year-old Tommy Archer and his blue heeler, Lizzy, are no strangers to the wild. But when a mysterious invitation summons them to the European Working Dog Expo in Paris, their lives are thrust into a whirlwind of adventure, danger, and ancient secrets. From the fire-scorched paddocks of their station to the glittering arenas of Paris, Tommy, Lizzy, and her chaotic pups, Boomer and Tilly, uncover a legacy that stretches back centuries - a bloodline of guardian dogs, woven into the very fabric of history. As ...

The New Girl - Book 4: Revenge This story follows the harrowing aftermath of some devastating wildfires, one of which Alexa and her brother have managed to escape. During the panic, Alexa is suddenly confronted with a new fear. But what about the Jacksons? Are they safe or not? Alexa must also deal with Ronnie's vicious taunting. However, when an unexpected opportunity arises, Alexa seeks the ultimate revenge. Will she be successful, or will her plan fall apart? The story ends with a dramatic conclusion that will leave you wondering what’s going to happen next. The New Girl - Book 4: ...

Twins – Book 11: Unexpected Due to popular demand, the Twins series continues on with more exciting adventures for our favorite twin girls, Casey and Ali. The school semester is coming to a close and summer is quickly approaching. Without any firm plans for the summer vacation, the girls are offered an opportunity that seems too good to refuse. Casey and Ali are extremely keen to take part and it appears that their friends, Brie and Jake are also very interested. However, there is one problem that gets in their way and the twins are faced with a major dilemma. As the story progresses, ...

The New Girl - Books 7, 8 & 9 The roll-on effect of the skate park drama causes further problems for the twins and jeopardizes Ali’s chance to spend more time with Mike. Meanwhile, Alexa’s idea to prank Ronnie leads to a backlash she isn’t prepared for. Ronnie causes so much trouble for Alexa that Casey decides it's time to intervene. Her confession leads to even more trouble, not just for Alexa, but Casey as well. Added to this is the rift in the twins' relationship. Will the girls manage to close the divide and regain the close connection they once had, or will their new neighbor ...

“The greatest time-travel series I’ve ever read - the only one I’ve ever read, but still!” Pike didn’t sign up for this. And he would ignore it. Except his conscience won’t let him. All he wants . . . Is to finish his senior year. Like any normal kid. With a minimum of drama. But that would be way too simple. On a family vacation . . . A Perfect-Storm . . . And he discovers . . . He can Pick-and-Choose events . . . and Re-Set them. And when a present-day tragedy hits too close . . . Messing with the laws of the universe . . . becomes the diciest proposition of his life. ***** ...

Twins - Book 6: Moving On... In this exciting addition to the Twins series, the suspense continues. Casey and Ali are now faced with emotional turmoil that they struggle to deal with, and each twin finds that she needs the support of her sister to cope. They also discover that previous choices have led to dire consequences and they may be forced to pay the price. Will they be caught out once and for all? And what has become of Jake, the boy each twin cannot stop thinking about? Is it possible for the girls to get the fairy tale ending that they secretly hope for? All these questions will be...

Seaside, ice-cream and a large scoop of mystery... Minty Garrone's family have run the ice cream parlour in Mayland-by-the-Sea for generations. But when Minty's dad befall's an accident and a neighbour starts acting strangely, she discovers there is a summer mystery to be solved. Mint Choc Chip is an exciting story of summer friendships, ice cream and adventure!

"Clearlake is a fantastic children's-young teen's horror. I was hooked from the first page." — ★★★★★, Reader Review "The writing is vivid and engaging, making it feel like a thriller movie come to life. Trust me, you won't be able to put it down!" — ★★★★★, Reader Review "This book is so reminiscent of Neil Gaiman’s Ocean At The End of the Lane, and I adored it." — ★★★★★, Reader Review YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT THE CLEARLAKE INSTITUTE IS HIDING Thirteen-year-old Moon Rains battles a relentless and mysterious illness. In a desperate quest for a cure, her ...

Nothing about me was pretty. I had frizzy brown hair, I was too short, and the left side of my Face leaned so far to the left I could hardly see out of my left eye—like in those old cartoons when the characters are smacked with an anvil. Except mine never bounced back to normal. Yes, my Face, with a capital F, had its own name. No one would ever confuse Magnolia Holland with a supermodel—though she gets plenty of stares when she's in public. After years of homeschool to avoid bullying and ridicule from peers and strangers, Magnolia decides to take the plunge and enroll in Graceland High...

The War has begun. Old alliances must be strengthened and new ones forged. But who can you trust, when you’re still learning to trust yourself As every magic-user is hunted and The Unforgiven’s return known, Brodanna descends into chaos making Katanya Leshi’s mission behind enemy lines even more dangerous. Not only must she keep one step ahead of the enemy, but she must also fight her growing feelings for Reyn Landress. The one man an assassin should never fall for. She was forged in fire, but she can still burn. Far away from her friend Mara Lars is struggling to deal with being the ...

Twins: Book 5 - Turmoil This book continues the story of Casey and Ali, two identical twin girls who have finally discovered the secret that has been kept from them since birth. Just as things seem to be going well, a new discovery takes place that throws their lives into turmoil once again. An unforeseen event leads Jake to question the girls' identity. But has he discovered the truth, and if so, what will the consequences be? In addition, Casey is reminded about something important that she is completely unprepared for. What will the girls do to help Casey avoid failure at school and the ...

Twins Book 10 - The Outcome In this installment of the very popular Twins series, many issues are finally resolved. But do the twins, Casey and Ali, finally get the happiness they are hoping for? Or does Meg's influence change everything to such a degree that Ali's life is forced to take a different path? You will have to read to the very end to discover what is ahead in this wonderful series of books for girls. Twins is a series that girls 9 - 12 and young teens are sure to enjoy!

The New Girl - Books 13, 14 & 15 When Alexa decides to run away and is desperate for a safe place to stay, an unexpected opportunity arises, providing the ideal solution. Faced with even more challenges, she relies on the Jackson family for help. Caught between two worlds, Tyler struggles to make a decision while Alexa prays that her brother will eventually see through their mother’s lies. Ali is conflicted over her feelings for Mike. Just when she thinks the situation may resolve itself, she receives a surprise phone call that leaves her and Casey reeling. The twins warn Alexa about what...

WHAT IF YOU COULD BE A DOCTOR AT FOURTEEN YEARS OLD? Connor Hansen officially became a doctor two days ago--along with all of his friends. They are child prodigies who were selected at just three years old to undergo intensive medical training as part of a groundbreaking new experiment called Kid Docs. While navigating his first days as an emergency room doctor, fourteen-year-old Connor will experience his first pangs of love (toward a fifteen-year-old obstetrician, Cassie), deal with his explosive older brother (a sixteen-year-old heart surgeon), and try to figure out why his friendship ...

The Search After Happiness is a 1829 novel by Charlotte Brontë. Written when the author was just thirteen years old, it is a disturbing tale of mysterious men and enslaving creatures that poses many questions but answers few. An uncanny insight into the mind of a young literary genius, "The Search After Happiness" is not to be missed by those who have read and enjoyed other works by this author. Charlotte Brontë (1816 - 31 March 1855) was an English novelist and poet, and the oldest sister in the world-famous trio of literary sisters.

Twins - Book 13: Camp Problems The drama escalates in this new addition to the Twins series. Casey is not the only one forced to deal with Madison, the girl who insists on taking over. Madison soon causes trouble for Ali, Brie, and the other campers as well. Madison's annoying behavior even leads to a near disaster of the worst kind. Casey, however, manages to battle through and soon develops a newfound confidence that leads to unexpected circumstances, something that no one ever anticipated, especially her twin sister, Ali. This book will surprise you with some plot twists that you may ...