Young Readers Fiction

In the final edition in the Turbo-kitty series, Turbo ventures outside his yard for the first time, as well as deals with changes on the home front.

Danny and his cousin Grant are all set to enjoy some fishing time up in the Northwest Angle before school resumes. However, a thief is wreaking havoc for the Orlises and their neighbors. Unjustly accused of these crimes, Danny and Grant are determined to identify the real culprit. Amid danger and challenges, they discover that having a good name and reputation pays off.

It’s 1927 and the strict laws of prohibition have done little to temper the roaring 20s nightlife, even in the nation’s capitol. Everyone knows the booze has never stopped flowing, especially amongst the rich and powerful, and seventeen-year-old Gertrude and her best friends Clara and Milly are determined to get a taste of freedom and liquor, propriety be damned. But after sneaking out of the Washington Female Seminary to visit a speakeasy, they return to discover that their controversial young headmistress, Mrs. Rose, has been murdered.

Raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, in the heart of Jim Crow, Dovey Johnson Roundtree felt the sting of inequality at an early age and made a point to speak up for justice. She was one of the first Black women to break the racial and gender barriers in the US Army when women were barely allowed to serve; a fierce attorney in the segregated courtrooms of Washington, DC; and a minister in Black churches, where women had never before had the chance to speak.

Everyone in Peter Powers' family has super awesome superpowers - except Peter. All he can do is make ice cubes and freeze stuff. But it's his favorite time of year, so who cares?! There's nothing like the holidays to put people in a good mood! But after Mr. Powers vanishes without a trace, other things in Boulder City start to disappear too. Now, it's up to Peter and his best friends, Chloe and Sandro, to search out who has a sinister heart of ice. Can the trio face the army of snowmen alone, or will the holidays be ruined for everyone?

Family…however close or distantly connected…is still family. And no one knows that better than the many members of the McAdams family. Few understand the vast implications that come with a large extended family as Drew McAdams does…and especially now. His brothers and sisters are also beginning to understand just how complicated it can be now that the four of them are responsible for the equally vast and extensive McAdams Trust. The headaches have only just begun. Life as they knew it will never be the same. Drew McAdams strongly suspects that if another call or message comes into his...

Harriet Price is the perfect student: smart, dutiful, over-achieving. Will Everhart is a troublemaker who's never met an injustice she didn't fight. When their swim coach's inappropriate behavior is swept under the rug, the unlikely duo reluctantly team up to expose his misdeeds, pulling provocative pranks and creating the instantly legendary Amelia Westlake - an imaginary student who helps right the many wrongs of their privileged institution. As tensions burn throughout their school - who is Amelia Westlake? - and between Harriet and Will, how long can they keep their secret?

When Princess Faith discovers a hidden garden within the castle walls, she asks for permission to plant a flower garden. When her father approves, she and her sisters share the experience, only to find out gardening isn’t all that easy.

In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, these poems bring a fresh new twist to the classic dilemmas of childhood as well as a perceptive eye to the foibles of modern family life. Full of clever wordplay - and toilet humor to spare - these 23 rhyming poems make for an ideal listening experience. Taking on the subjects of a bullying baseball coach and annoying little brothers with equally sly humor, renowned lyricist Rhett Miller's clever verses will have the whole family cackling.

Danny has just moved with Ginger and her family to a farm outside of Wolf Creek. Coming home from school one day, Danny is sure he spotted someone in the window of the neighboring abandoned farmhouse. He enlists the help of his friends to solve the mystery of the stranger in the creepy, old house. Will the love and care of Ginger, Danny, and all their friends change the stranger’s life?

Meet Mazie May Farley. If you've ever wondered what it would be like to live above a 1950s Dime Store as a young girl, look no further. Take a charming waltz down memory lane in this humorous, heart-warming Dime Store Duet: Farley's Five and Dime and Summer of the Carousel.

Kenan loves drawing and playing soccer with his friends. He wants to be a famous athlete, hates it when his classmates trash his buck teeth by calling him “Bugs Bunny,” and fights with his big brother, who’s too busy and cool for him lately. Sometimes his parents drive him crazy, but he feels loved and protected—until the war ruins everything. Soon, Kenan’s family is trapped in their home with little food or water, surrounded by enemies. Ten months later, with help from friends and strangers, they finally make it out of the country alive. But that’s only the beginning.

Young Daniel Arabus and his mother are slaves in the house of Captain Ivers of Stratford, Connecticut. By law they should be free, since Daniel's father fought in the Revolutionary army and earned enough in soldiers' notes to buy his family's freedom. But now Daniel's father is dead, and Mrs. Ivers has taken the notes from his mother. When Daniel bravely steals the notes back, a furious Captain Ivers forces him aboard a ship bound for the West Indies - and certain slavery.

For Ages 2-5: Dive into a World of Dolphins and Dreams! Prepare to embark on a wondrous adventure featuring playful dolphins and magical realms in "Diamonds and Dolphins." This captivating bedtime tale is tailor-made for parents, preschool teachers, and caregivers looking to mesmerize their little ones, aged 2 to 5. Meticulously crafted and endorsed by a preschool teacher, this enchanting book promises moments of joy, relaxation, and love before the night takes over. Quick and Enchanting Reading: With succinct, rhyming captions on every page, "Diamonds and Dolphins" ensures an engaging and ...

Danna Mendoza Villarreal’s grandfather is slowly losing himself as his memories fade, and Danna’s not sure her plan to help him remember through the foods he once reviewed will be enough to bring him back. Raúl Santos has been lost ever since his mother was wrongly incarcerated two years ago. Playing guitar for the elderly has been his only escape, to help them remember and him forget. When Danna and Raúl meet, sparks fly immediately and they embark on a mission to heal her grandfather...and themselves.

Lieutenant Ethan Hendricks’ greatest nightmare just also happened to be his grandfather’s newest business venture. Logan Hendricks is thrilled about his brand new detective agency’s first case, but things weren’t turning out the way they were supposed to, including the attempted murder of one of his brand new employees. But he figures their next case, which involves finding a missing sister, should go a lot smoother. How dangerous could it be? Ethan Hendricks wasn’t quite as confident about his grandfather’s new hobby, or that the supposedly straight-forward case of a missing ...

One guards a secret that governs your life, Painful and sharp like the cut of a knife. Two of your number are not who they seem. Two steal away as the dawn robs a dream. One will abandon the cause near the end. One has judged right between villain and friend. Five will be gone ere the struggle is done, ’Til one friend remains, to stand with The One.

"Frikka Frog's Rainy Day Parade" is a delightful children's story about making the most out of unexpected rainy days. When a surprise storm arrives, Frikka Frog and her friends don’t let the rain dampen their spirits. Instead, they turn puddles into playgrounds and embark on an imaginative adventure filled with laughter and joy. With themes of resilience, friendship, and creativity, this story highlights how the best days can come from the most unexpected moments.

Whitney Wallace, our elementary-school-aged heroine, has a pretty active imagination and no problems getting into trouble. Now, you can listen to three of her fun adventures in one amazing volume.

We know riddles and jokes are some of the best ways to pass time and bond with friends and family. We also know that they have numerous health benefits that can positively affect you and your child in many ways! When it comes riddles and jokes, they have been around since the dawn of time and continuously bring joy to all different types of people around the world to this very day.