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The Problem Child
by Michael Buckley
The third book in the "Sisters Grimm" series, where Sabrina and Daphne confront their biggest challenge yet.
Sabrina is confronted by a mentally challenged girl who has kidnapped her parents (who may be the person mentioned in the title) and a vicious monster, continues to fight when Puck comes to save her ... (Wikipedia)
Once Upon a Crime
by Michael Buckley
A group of fairy tale characters must solve a mystery to clear their names and avoid being punished for a crime they didn't commit.
Henry and Veronica Grimm are still under a sleeping spell and Puck, their fairy friend, is terribly sick after being attacked by the Jabberwocky. Puck is rapidly running out of time so Granny Relda, ... (Wikipedia)
Tales From the Hood
by Michael Buckley
A collection of spooky and humorous stories about monsters, ghosts, and other supernatural creatures.
The Big Bad Wolf is on trial, and it’s up to the Sisters Grimm to prove his innocence in the sixth adventure in the beloved, New York Times, bestselling fantasy series In Ferryport Landing, everyone ... (Barnes & Noble)
Rise of the Evening Star
by Brandon Mull
A coming-of-age adventure of a teenage girl, who discovers powerful magic and must save her world.
At the end of the school year, Kendra and her brother Seth find themselves racing back to Fablehaven, a refuge for mythical and magical creatures. Grandpa Sorenson, the caretaker, invites three ... (Goodreads)
Keys to the Demon Prison
by Brandon Mull
The final battle between good and evil unfolds as Kendra and Seth race to stop the demon king from escaping his prison and destroying the world.
Kendra, Seth, and the Knights of the Dawn continue to take the last possible steps to safeguard the keys and locks placed on Zzyzx. Graulas asks Seth to recover the Sands of Sanctity to ease his ... (Wikipedia)
The Ruins of Gorlan
by John Flanagan
A young orphan's rise to become a heroic knight, defending the kingdom against an evil sorcerer.
Morgarath, the exiled lord of the bleak, barren Mountains of Rain and Night has been waiting fifteen years in his dark realm, carefully planning his revenge against the Kingdom of Araluen. His former ... (Wikipedia)
Faerie Wars
by Herbie Brennan
When a boy discovers a hidden world of faeries, he becomes embroiled in a war between two rival factions.
When Henry Atherton helps Mr. Fogarty clean up around his house, he expects to find a mess and a cranky old man; what he doesn't expect to find is Pyrgus Malvae, crown prince of the Faerie realm, who ... (Goodreads)
Charlie Bone and the Hidden King
by Jenny Nimmo
Charlie Bone and his friends must find the missing king of a magical land before it's too late. Adventure and magic await!
The fifth book in the New York Times bestselling CHILDREN OF THE RED KING series! When Charlie turns twelve on New Year's Eve, the Flame Cats give him a grave warning: Something ancient has awoken, ... (Goodreads)
Charlie Bone and the Invisible Boy
by Jenny Nimmo
Charlie Bone discovers a new classmate who can turn invisible and must help him find his missing father.
The third book in the Children of the Red King series, CHARLIE BONE AND THE INVISIBLE BOY offers more magical fantasy that is fast paced and easy to read. This semester at Bloor's Academy brings a ... (Goodreads)
The Penderwicks on Gardam Street
by Jeanne Birdsall
A family of four sisters and their adventures of discovering the joys of summer.
With over one million copies sold, this series of modern classics about the charming Penderwick family from National Book Award winner and New York Times bestseller Jeanne Birdsall is perfect for ... (Goodreads)
The Secret of Shadow Ranch
by Carolyn Keene
Nancy Drew investigates a mysterious horse theft and uncovers a hidden treasure at Shadow Ranch.
Nancy drew arrives in Phoenix, Arizona, eagerly looking forward to a fun-filled vacation at Shadow Ranch, but abruptly finds herself involved in a baffling mystery. The ranch is being haunted by a ... (Goodreads)
Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors
by Jenny Nimmo
Charlie Bone and his friends embark on a quest to find a missing girl and uncover the secrets of a mysterious castle.
Over 3.4 million Charlie Bone books in print!!!,Charlie's power is taking on a new dimension as he meets a new cast of characters, including Mr. Pilgrim's replacement, Tantalus Ebony, and the ... (Goodreads)
100 Cupboards
by N.D. Wilson
A young boy discovers a secret world of magic and adventure hidden within the walls of his home.
Henry York moves to Henry, Kansas to live with his Uncle Frank, Aunt Dotty, and cousins Penelope, Henrietta, and Anastasia after his parents are abducted while bike trekking in South America. On his ... (Wikipedia)
The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy
by Jeanne Birdsall
Four sisters and their father spend a summer in a cottage, where they meet a boy and have adventures.
This series of modern classics about the charming Penderwick family from National Book Award winner and New York Times bestseller Jeanne Birdsall is perfect for fans of Noel Streatfeild and Edward ... (Barnes & Noble)
Dragon Slippers
by Jessica Day George
A young girl's quest to save her family from ruin, through discovering the power of courage and strength.
Poor Creel. She can't believe her aunt wants to sacrifice her to the local dragon. It's a ploy to lure a heroic knight so that he will fight the dragon, marry Creel out of chivalrous obligation, and ... (Goodreads)
The Wizard Heir
by Cinda Williams Chima
A teenage boy discovers his magical heritage and uses his powers to protect the world from evil.
Sixteen-year-old Seph McCauley has spent the past three years getting kicked out of one exclusive private school after another. And it's not his attitude that's the problem. It's the trail of magical ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Bungalow Mystery
by Carolyn Keene
Nancy Drew investigates a mysterious house with a hidden secret.
While trying to help a friend out of a difficulty, Nancy has a perilous experience in and around a deserted bungalow, from which only her bravery and quick thinking save her. ... (Goodreads)
A Tale Dark & Grimm
by Adam Gidwitz
A humorous and thrilling retelling of classic Grimm fairy tales.
In this mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm-inspired tales. As readers follow the siblings through a forest ... (Goodreads)
Fairest
by Marissa Meyer
A twisted tale of beauty and ambition, exploring the power of identity and the consequences of choices.
In this stunning bridge book between Cress and Winter in the bestselling Lunar Chronicles, Queen Levana’s story is finally told. Mirror, mirror on the wall,Who is the fairest of them all? Fans of the ... (Goodreads)
Howl’s Moving Castle
by Diana Wynne Jones
A young woman embarks on an adventure to break a curse and reclaim her identity in a magical world.
18-year-old Sophie Hatter is the eldest of three sisters living in Market Chipping, a town in the magical kingdom of Ingary, where fairytale tropes are accepted ways of life, including that the ... (Wikipedia)
The Kill Order
by James Dashner
Prequel to "The Maze Runner" series, depicting the events leading up to the sun flares and the beginning of the end of the world.
In the prologue, Thomas goes through the Swipe and is put in the Box, as he is one of the candidates who is needed inside. He is told that Teresa will get the Swipe as well. Thomas is then sent into ... (Wikipedia)
The Hidden Staircase
by Carolyn Keene
An adventurous young girl faces the challenge of solving a mysterious case of theft.
Nancy Drew is alarmed when Nathan Gombet threatens her father. Gombet sold a piece of land for a railroad bridge through Carson Drew and now believes that he was cheated. Meanwhile, valuable objects ... (Goodreads)
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
by Brian Selznick
An orphaned boy's journey to unravel the secrets of a mechanical man and find his place in the world.
In 1930s Paris, young Hugo Cabret and his father repair an automaton at the museum where his father works. When Hugo's father dies in a fire, his uncle brings him to live and work at the train ... (Wikipedia)
The Maze of Bones
by Rick Riordan
An adventure to uncover the truth behind the mysterious Cahill family, and save the world from destruction.
Many of the well-known names in history are said to be part of the real-life Cahill family, making it "the most powerful family in the world." Amy and Dan, the main protagonists, currently live in ... (Wikipedia)
The Paper Bag Princess
by Robert Munsch
A young princess rescues her prince from a dragon, learning to stand up for herself along the way.
Princess Elizabeth plans to marry Prince Ronald, who she thinks is perfect. However, a dragon arrives who destroys her castle, kidnaps Ronald, and burns all her clothes, so she must look for ... (Wikipedia)
Proof
by David Auburn
A young woman struggles to prove her mathematical genius, while dealing with a troubled past.
The play concerns Catherine, the daughter of Robert, a recently deceased mathematical genius in his fifties and professor at the University of Chicago , and her struggle with mathematical genius and ... (Wikipedia)
Life As We Knew It
by Susan Beth Pfeffer
A teenage girl's struggle to survive an apocalyptic disaster, relying on her resilience and resourcefulness.
Miranda’s disbelief turns to fear in a split second when a meteor knocks the moon closer to the earth. How should her family prepare for the future when worldwide tsunamis wipe out the coasts, ... (Goodreads)
Lucinda's Secret
by Tony DiTerlizzi
A young girl's quest to uncover a forgotten family secret and save her world from destruction.
The Grace children turn to Great-Aunt Lucinda for help in this repackage of the third book in the #1, New York Times, bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles. As if being attacked by goblins and a bridge ... (Barnes & Noble)
Four: A Divergent Story Collection
by Veronica Roth
Four tales of the Divergent trilogy, exploring the brave and dangerous new world.
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of, Divergent, with a special edition of, Four, a collection in the #1, New York Times, bestselling series that captured the hearts of millions of readers and inspired ... (Goodreads)
Fairest
by Gail Carson Levine
A tale of self-discovery, as a young girl learns to embrace her true beauty.
In the kingdom of Ayortha, who is the fairest of them all? Certainly not Aza. She is thoroughly convinced that she is ugly. What she may lack in looks, though, she makes up for with a kind heart, and ... (Goodreads)
