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Pen pals

Hyde, Edgar J.,


One of Natasha's notes to her friend Olivia is altered, leading the latter on a trek to the cemetery, where she meets a ghostly girl from the past.
Date Published:2024

Ghost writer

Hyde, Edgar J.,



Date Published:2024

The golden goblet

Hyde, Edgar J.,


Shona and her family no longer live in Scotland, but the influence the country and her grandmother have had on her are undeniable. Her parents don't want to believe it, but something suspicious occurs when Shona goes to bed. It's almost as if she goes to another place entirely in her dreams. As Shona continues to have these unfathomable dreams, she becomes entangled in something she never could have expected.
Date Published:2024

Shona and her family no longer live in Scotland, but the influence the country and her grandmother have had on her are undeniable. Her parents don't want to believe it, but something suspicious occurs when Shona goes to bed. It's almost as if she goes to another place entirely in her dreams. As Shona continues to have these unfathomable dreams, she becomes entangled in something she never could have expected.

Date Published:2024

Stage fright

Hyde, Edgar J.,


Three friends, who are stars of the school play, come face to face with the real witches from the play, as well as a ghost from the past.
Date Published:2024

The piano

Hyde, Edgar J.,


The Houston family can't believe their luck when they stumble upon a beautiful piano at a low price. Their delight soon turns to horror when the piano comes to life. The melodies that it plays over and over again are eerie and it becomes clear that someone from the past has a message for them.
Date Published:2024

Usborne Spanish dictionary for beginners

Davies, Helen.


"With pronunciation on the Internet"--Cover. Labeled drawings provide the Spanish equivalent for hundreds of basic English words.
Date Published:2010

Search and rescue : surviving ground zero /

London, Alex,


Fifth grader Cassie has lived her whole life in Lower Manhattan. She knows every vendor, has explored every street, and as a New Yorker who's seen everything, knows that nothing can surprise her anymore. That is, until the morning of September 11, 2001. Cassie is in class when a plane hits the North Tower of the World Trade Center, where her mother works. She can see the smoke from her classroom windows, can feel the building shake. Without thinking, she dashes out of school to run to the tower. She knows every inch of that building--if anyone can save her mother, it's Cassie. But when the second plane hits the South Tower, and both buildings come crashing down, it will take more than street smarts to survive. NYPD rescue dog Ricky is a friend to all and hero to many. He's in a training session when the first plane crashes, and immediately springs into action. His task is to save as many people as he can find in the rubble. But as hope for survivors fades, he'll have to learn that sometimes heroism means helping people pick up the pieces of what is already destroyed. Together, Cassie and Ricky will have to work to save who they can, and survive the darkest day in New York City history.
Date Published:2025

Fifth grader Cassie has lived her whole life in Lower Manhattan. She knows every vendor, has explored every street, and as a New Yorker who's seen everything, knows that nothing can surprise her anymore. That is, until the morning of September 11, 2001. Cassie is in class when a plane hits the North Tower of the World Trade Center, where her mother works. She can see the smoke from her classroom windows, can feel the building shake. Without thinking, she dashes out of school to run to the tower. She knows every inch of that building--if anyone can save her mother, it's Cassie. But when the second plane hits the South Tower, and both buildings come crashing down, it will take more than street smarts to survive. NYPD rescue dog Ricky is a friend to all and hero to many. He's in a training session when the first plane crashes, and immediately springs into action. His task is to save as many people as he can find in the rubble. But as hope for survivors fades, he'll have to learn that sometimes heroism means helping people pick up the pieces of what is already destroyed. Together, Cassie and Ricky will have to work to save who they can, and survive the darkest day in New York City history.

Date Published:2025

Into the heartlands

Brown, Roseanne A.,


Twelve-year-old Shuri is a lot of things. Scientist. Princess. All around cooler person than her pain-in-the-butt big brother, T'Challa. Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with the prince because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. When an argument between T'Challa and Shuri leads to one of Shuri's inventions accidentally destroying the sacred ceremony site, chaos reigns instead of prosperity. Suddenly the people of Wakanda, including her mother the queen, are becoming sick! Could this be a curse from the ancestors? Desperate to save her mother, Shuri dives into research and finds an answer hidden deep in an ancient children's myth. It may be nothing more than a fantasy, but with the sickness spreading each day, the young princess must trust her instincts and travel deep into the mysterious Heartlands to save her family and her kingdom.
Date Published:2022

Twelve-year-old Shuri is a lot of things. Scientist. Princess. All around cooler person than her pain-in-the-butt big brother, T'Challa. Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with the prince because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. When an argument between T'Challa and Shuri leads to one of Shuri's inventions accidentally destroying the sacred ceremony site, chaos reigns instead of prosperity. Suddenly the people of Wakanda, including her mother the queen, are becoming sick! Could this be a curse from the ancestors? Desperate to save her mother, Shuri dives into research and finds an answer hidden deep in an ancient children's myth. It may be nothing more than a fantasy, but with the sickness spreading each day, the young princess must trust her instincts and travel deep into the mysterious Heartlands to save her family and her kingdom.

Date Published:2022

The buried

Grey, Melissa,


"Author of Rated." "Ten years ago, disaster struck the remote town of Indigo Falls. A horrific event drove the residents underground, into shelters that keep them safe from the danger on the surface. No one speaks about what happened that fateful day, but even the youngest still remember the fear and, most of all, the searing pain when sunlight touched their skin. Now, a handful of families inhabit this bunker together, guided by a charismatic leader named Dr. Imogen Moran. There are many rules Dr. Moran has instilled to govern life belowground. You must always tell the truth. You must avoid the light of the sun. You must never touch skin to skin. But the most important rule, the one that was drilled into their heads from the moment the hatch slammed shut all those years ago, was at the very end of the list. It rattled around in their skulls when all was silent, echoing in the quiet, lonely dark. You must never go outside."
Date Published:2021

"Author of Rated." "Ten years ago, disaster struck the remote town of Indigo Falls. A horrific event drove the residents underground, into shelters that keep them safe from the danger on the surface. No one speaks about what happened that fateful day, but even the youngest still remember the fear and, most of all, the searing pain when sunlight touched their skin. Now, a handful of families inhabit this bunker together, guided by a charismatic leader named Dr. Imogen Moran. There are many rules Dr. Moran has instilled to govern life belowground. You must always tell the truth. You must avoid the light of the sun. You must never touch skin to skin. But the most important rule, the one that was drilled into their heads from the moment the hatch slammed shut all those years ago, was at the very end of the list. It rattled around in their skulls when all was silent, echoing in the quiet, lonely dark. You must never go outside."

Date Published:2021

Sonic the Hedgehog : the characters, games, tv shows, movies & more! /


The unofficial guide to Sonic the Hedgehog contains character bios for Sonic's friends and foes, fun trivia, gaming tips, and a look at the action-packed Sonic movies!
Date Published:2024

The Kingfisher space encyclopedia

Goldsmith, Mike, 1962-,


Includes index. Presents an introductory look at space, including information on the solar system, the history of space exploration, and space in the future.
Date Published:2025

The pot that Juan Built

Andrews-Goebel, Nancy,


A cumulative rhyme summarizes the life's work of renowned Mexican potter, Juan Quezada. Additional information describes the process he uses to create his pots after the style of the Casas Grandes people.
Date Published:2002

This is fine

Katsnelson, Peter


EVERYTHING IS FINE. Except for, you know, everything. This collection of poetry explores the relationship between denial and vulnerability through an even balance of comedic and heartfelt poems. Through 21 long-form poems, multiple metaphors revolving around bread, a few made-up words, and a passionate hatred of the Transformers franchise, Peter Katsnelson paints the picture of someone learning how to let go of denial in this compelling mix of emotions, humour, and personal expression.
Date Published:2024

EVERYTHING IS FINE. Except for, you know, everything. This collection of poetry explores the relationship between denial and vulnerability through an even balance of comedic and heartfelt poems. Through 21 long-form poems, multiple metaphors revolving around bread, a few made-up words, and a passionate hatred of the Transformers franchise, Peter Katsnelson paints the picture of someone learning how to let go of denial in this compelling mix of emotions, humour, and personal expression.

Date Published:2024

Funny girl : funniest. stories. ever /


Introduction / by Betsy Bird --
Date Published:2017

Return of the Padawan

Brown, Jeffrey, 1975-,


After surviving his first year at Jedi Academy, Roan Novachez thought his second year would be a breeze. This year, Roan will have to face alien poetry tests, menacing robots, food fights, flight simulation class, online bullies, more lightsaber duels, and worst of all ... a girl who is mad at him.
Date Published:2014

The principal strikes back

Krosoczka, Jarrett,


Returning to the Jedi Academy for his third year, Victor Starspeeder must navigate a strict new droid principal's regulations and other school changes that are tied to a mysterious secret.
Date Published:2018

The force oversleeps

Krosoczka, Jarrett,


"Victor Starspeeder is back at Jedi Academy for year two, but it's not going the way he'd planned. He was thrilled about Drama Club and hoped to get the lead in this year's musical... But a new kid got the role! What gives?! Plus, he keeps oversleeping and getting to class late . . . Worst of all, his big sister Christina is getting ready to graduate from Jedi Academy, and there are rumors going around that she's a Sith! What's a Padawan to do? In times when he feels more alone than ever, Victor will have to trust the ways of the Force and his friends if he's going to survive year two in this all-new chapter in the Jedi Academy series."--
Date Published:2017

"Victor Starspeeder is back at Jedi Academy for year two, but it's not going the way he'd planned. He was thrilled about Drama Club and hoped to get the lead in this year's musical... But a new kid got the role! What gives?! Plus, he keeps oversleeping and getting to class late . . . Worst of all, his big sister Christina is getting ready to graduate from Jedi Academy, and there are rumors going around that she's a Sith! What's a Padawan to do? In times when he feels more alone than ever, Victor will have to trust the ways of the Force and his friends if he's going to survive year two in this all-new chapter in the Jedi Academy series."--

Date Published:2017

Spaced out

Gibbs, Stuart, 1969-,


Includes illustrations on lining papers. In 2041 twelve-year-old Dashiell Gibson is a resident of Moon Base Alpha, and at the moment he is faced with a number of problems: coping with the nasty Sjoberg twins, finding out how the commander of the base has managed to disappear from a facility no bigger than a soccer field, and dealing with the alien Zan who communicates with him telepathically from afar--and who is hiding a secret which may threaten the whole Earth.
Date Published:2016

Includes illustrations on lining papers. In 2041 twelve-year-old Dashiell Gibson is a resident of Moon Base Alpha, and at the moment he is faced with a number of problems: coping with the nasty Sjoberg twins, finding out how the commander of the base has managed to disappear from a facility no bigger than a soccer field, and dealing with the alien Zan who communicates with him telepathically from afar--and who is hiding a secret which may threaten the whole Earth.

Date Published:2016

The story of inventions

Claybourne, Anna,


Includes index. "First published in 2007 by Usborne Publishing Limited"--Colophon. Toasters, toilets, and televisions, computers, cars and chocolate bars, flying machines and even your jeans... All these everyday things, and many more, are only here because someone bothered to invent them. This book reveals the real-life stories and bright sparks behind dozens of brilliant ideas--from ancient advances such as the wheel to the hi-tech gadgets of the modern world.
Date Published:2007

Includes index. "First published in 2007 by Usborne Publishing Limited"--Colophon. Toasters, toilets, and televisions, computers, cars and chocolate bars, flying machines and even your jeans... All these everyday things, and many more, are only here because someone bothered to invent them. This book reveals the real-life stories and bright sparks behind dozens of brilliant ideas--from ancient advances such as the wheel to the hi-tech gadgets of the modern world.

Date Published:2007

William Shakespeare

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.,


Includes index. A collection of thirty-one of playwright and poet William Shakespeare's most famous verses, sonnets and speeches.
Date Published:2018