Young Readers

Leo tries to lead his team to glory in some of the most exciting, high-stakes soccer in the world. Last season, Leo and his teammates saved the Lewisham Knights by avoiding a last-place finish in the U14 Premier League. Their future looks bright—until they learn the adult Knights have dropped down to the second division, again putting the future of the U14s in jeopardy.

When her parents make the dangerous and illegal trek across the Mexican border in pursuit of the American dream, Reyna and her siblings are forced to live with their stern grandmother, as they wait for their parents to build the foundation of a new life. But when things don’t go quite as planned, Reyna finds herself preparing for her own journey to “El Otro Lado” to live with the man who has haunted her imagination for years: her long-absent father.

Something strange is happening at Wisteria Gardens, the manor that Blythe and Aris call home. All they want is a peaceful holiday season with their family, but a group of restless spirits is determined to threaten their festivities. With a new mystery to solve, Signa, Death, Blythe, and Fate must uncover what happened to Wisteria’s ghostly inhabitants and help the spirits move on…before it’s too late.

15-year-old Nick battles pirates, gators, and jungle storms when he’s separated from his parents on vacation. The Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. From multi-award winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a kid-powered, unputdownable adventure. Short attention spans | Chapter Book | Ages 8-12 When river pirates attack their ferry in the middle of the night, Nick and his family escape on a surfboard. But the Amazon River's wild currents separate Nick and his stepsister from their parents. One minute they're together, the next, Nick and Maddie are lost and alone ...

Leo and his teammates are riding high after their performance in the Tournament of Champions. But last season, they still finished near the bottom of the table in the U14 Premier League. If they want to compete with the London Dragons, they have a big challenge ahead of them. Samantha is back to coach the Knights, but some of Leo’s friends have moved on to the U16s or transferred to other clubs.

Emma Rockford knows it will take bonafide magic to make middle school everything she wants it to be. Luckily, before Emma’s beloved Nana died, she left detailed instructions on how to access an ancient, secret, magical wishing well. Emma follows each step and plans out every moment…except for the one where the obnoxious new kid, Jackson, tosses in wishes of his own that literally knock her wishes off course. When seventh grade starts, Emma discovers that her wishes are starting to come true, alright. But not for her…for Jackson.

Welcome back to the world of Zet, where a kid can be a hero and fight for the good of all.When Zet learns that an Egyptian princess has vanished into thin air, he's determined to investigate. When Pharaoh himself asks him to help, he's ready. The only problem? Zet must travel far from home and family, down the Nile River to an ancient pyramid construction site. With his best friend tagging along, things are bound to turn messy. Hui always manages to find trouble. The two boys set sail on an exciting adventure. But with a suspicious boat captain on their tail and temple pillars mysteriously ...

This extraordinary, timely, and must-hear novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Nova Ren Suma explores freedom and rage as a young woman plots her way back to her hidden mountaintop home after her mother's arrest for murder.​

Did you know BEARS can play ice hockey? Have you heard about the fan who once tossed a REAL LEOPARD SHARK onto the rink? Get ready to uncover the most surprising facts that hockey has to offer! Packed with extraordinary, forgotten stories, this book is a treasure trove of astonishing hockey information. It will leave young readers wide-eyed and full of new knowledge about their favorite sport! Here’s a sneak peek of what hockey fans will find inside the book: – 501 Ice Hockey Facts: The ultimate collection of jaw-dropping, hilarious, and mind-blowing trivia! – Over 75+ Expressive and ...

4 Free Bonuses: E-book on Growth Mindset, Habit Toolkit & More Inspirational Artist Stories for Young Readers: How Legends Overcame Adversity to Emerge as the World's Greatest Have you wondered how artistic legends got their big break? Everyone has a unique story of how they became successful. But they all share one thing in common: success isn’t handed on a silver platter. If you are struggling with getting started, you’re not alone. Countless creative people have faced the same pressures, from a lack of resources to not being seen or recognized. Learn from the lives of legendary ...

The I Escaped Series: Thrilling Survival Stories for Kids 9-12! 13-year-old Carlos loves adventure, whether he's racing BMX bikes or exploring the Arizona outdoors. But when an ordinary backyard chore goes wrong, he and his younger brother find themselves locked outside—with no easy way to get back in. Nearby, a disturbed beehive adds an unexpected challenge. With no time to waste, Carlos must think fast, act smart, and guide his brother to safety—all while staying calm under pressure. Can he figure out an escape plan before things take a turn for the worse? Perfect for young readers ...

Hekate sings the story of its eponymous heroine. Born into a world on fire and at war, she and her mother are left behind by the menfolk of their Titan family as the battle against the new Gods–the Olympians–begins. Soon, Hekate and her mother are forced to flee their home as the Olympians overpower and enslave the Titans, including Hekate’s father, Perses, and gain dominion over the universe.

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. This bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other infamous strategists. The 48 Laws of Power will fascinate any listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.

It’s a cloudy day on the Sacred Kidney playground, but Jake likes it that way—dark and uncertain. For a junior detective like Jake, standing up to bad guys is a piece of cake. After all, she’s the only detective at Sacred Kidney Elementary with a hard-earned badge to her name. But just as Jake and her sidekick Sterling prepare to face off against the biggest bully in school, there’s a scream from inside the library.

Orphaned heiress Kidan Adane grew up far from the arcane society she was born into, where human bloodlines gain power through vampire companionship. When her sister, June, disappears, Kidan is convinced a vampire stole her—the very vampire bound to their family, the cruel yet captivating Susenyos Sagad. To find June, Kidan must infiltrate the elite Uxlay University—where students study to ensure peaceful coexistence between humans and vampires and inherit their family legacies. Kidan must survive living with Susenyos—even as he does everything he can to drive her away.

Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There, she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge. Suren, child queen of the Court of Teeth, and the one person with power over her mother, fled to the human world. There, she lives feral in the woods. Lonely, and still haunted by the merciless torments she endured in the Court of Teeth, she bides her time by releasing mortals from foolish bargains.

4 Free Bonuses: E-book on Growth Mindset, Habit Toolkit & More Inspirational Musician Stories for Young Readers: How Musical Legends Overcame Adversity to Create Melodic Masterpieces Do you want to get fired up with the stories of famous musicians? Success stories are as unique as snowflakes. No one journey is the same. But they all share one trait: success isn’t handed to them on a silver platter. If you struggle with becoming the best in your field, you’re not alone. Thousands of people have had to find inner strength to push through hard moments and leave their mark on the world of ...

★★★★★ "Oddly genius!" - Amazon Vine Review ___ Original and unique tongue twisters created for warming up the mouth muscles, just plain fun and overall ease of speaking. Note: This book will actually show how to use these tongue twisters in a game setting also. Parties and social gatherings are just a few of the perfect opportunities for testing your skills. So go challenge your family and friends to see who can be the first to say these fabulous tongue twisters the fastest without getting flustered! Tongue twister books aren't always created equal. For many of them, they often ...

The I Escaped Series: The World's Favorite Escapes. Embark on an unforgettable journey back to the thrilling Golden Age of Piracy. The year is 1690, and 15-year-old Jon is a young sailor aboard a merchant ship. Disaster strikes when they're attacked and boarded by pirates, led by the infamous Captain Morgan. Taken captive Jon must make a choice: join the swashbuckling crew or be left stranded on a deserted island. Jon is no seasoned buccaneer. He's just an honest young sailor from the American colonies. With his worried parents back home, he must find a way to survive and escape. Facing a ...

Imagine if you were told where to live and work, that your country's leader was an all-powerful god, and that if a relative did something wrong, your whole family would be punished. That is life in North Korea. In our story, after tragedy steals 14-year-old Dae's parents away, he tries to escape to freedom. Experience the challenges and adventures through his eyes in this unforgettable story of hope.The Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. Asian/Pacific American Award for Children's Literature winner Ellie Crowe and bestselling children's author Scott Peters tell this ...