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Promise Me Something
by Sara KocekAs if starting high school weren't bad enough, Reyna Fey has to do so at a new school without her best friends. Reyna's plan is to keep her head down, help her father recover from the car accident that almost took his life, and maybe even make some friends. And then Olive Barton notices her. Olive is not exactly the kind of new friend Reyna has in mind. The boys make fun of her, the girls want to fight her, and Olive seems to welcome the challenge. There's something about Olive that Reyna can't help but like. But when Reyna learns Olive's secret, she must decide whether it's better to be good friends with an outcast or fake friends with the popular kids . . . before she loses Olive forever.
Promise of Shadows
by Justina IrelandA teen who is half-god, half-human must own her power whether she likes it or not in this snappy, snarky novel with a serving of smoldering romance.Zephyr Mourning has never been very good at being a Harpy. She'd rather watch reality TV than learn forty-seven ways to kill a man, and she pretty much sucks at wielding magic. Zephyr was ready for a future pretending to be a normal human instead of a half-god assassin. But all that changed when her sister was murdered--and Zephyr used a forbidden dark power to save herself from the same fate. On the run from a punishment worse than death, an unexpected reunion with a childhood friend upends Zephyr's world--and not only because her old friend has grown surprisingly, extremely hot. It seems that Zephyr might just be the Nyx, a dark goddess that is prophesied to shift the power balance: for hundreds of years the half-gods have lived in fear, and Zephyr is supposed to change that. But how is she supposed to save everyone else when she can barely take care of herself?
Promise the Night
by Michaela MaccollImmediately compelling and action-packed, this carefully researched work of historical fiction introduces young readers to the childhood of the famous yet elusive Beryl Markham, the first person to fly solo from England to North America. As in her debut novel, Prisoners in the Palace, MacColl propels readers into a multilayered story with an unforgettable heroine and evocative language that brings the backdrop of colonial British East Africa to life. A fascinating read for anyone with a thirst for adventure.
Promise: The Flaming Girl
by Maya ShepherdNea has narrowly escaped death by fire. Ironically, Miro, her friend who was long thought dead, saved her. But he is no longer the same. He is also Ereb, the God of Chaos worshipped by the Carris. Nea does not know if he can still be trusted. In addition, Carris supporters behave like mindless zombies under the orders of Urelitas. Can Nea, along with ther friends, develop a plan to regain their freedom? Is Miro on her side? Can she continue to count on Arras' support?
Promise: The Scarred Girl
by Maya Shepherd Bradley HallAn unknown illness has wiped out the vast majority of the population, leaving behind the chaos of cities without government. In the absence of rules and laws, the cities have become a wasteland ruled by roving gangs. Those who remain are left to scavenge for the basic necessities of life.This is the world in which Nea lives. After the death of Miro, Nea's friend and love, she embarks on a quest to Promise, a city in which a normal life may still be possible. Ahead of her lies a perilous journey full of danger and self-doubt, in addition to the guilt that weighs heavily upon her heart.
Promised
by Caragh M. O'BrienAfter defying the ruthless Enclave, surviving the wasteland and over-throwing the tyranical leader of Sylum, Gaia Stone now faces her greatest challenge yet - to lead the people of Sylum back to the Enclave and persuade the Protectorat to grant them refuge. With Leon finally by her side, Gaia is hopeful that she can settle her people and finally start the life with him that she's always wanted. But in Gaia's absence, the Enclave has become even more ruthless, picking girls from outside the wall to serve in an experimental baby factory. Babies with the right genes are now a priceless commodity with the potential to reshape life inside the wall and redifine humanity. And when it becomes clear that her genes are exactly what the Enclave needs, Gaia is appalled by the lengths they will go to...
Promises (Sweet Valley High #15)
by Francine PascalBad girl in town... Steven Wakefield is crushed when his girlfriend, Tricia, dies after a tragic illness. The only things that keep him going are the memory of their love and his promise to Tricia to take care of her sister, Betsy, after she's gone. Betsy Martin's wild exploits with drink, drugs, and boys have left her with the worst reputation in Sweet Valley. But when Steven takes her into the Wakefield home, Betsy makes a promise to change. And as her goodness grows, so does her love for Steven. Jessica, Steven's conniving younger sister, doesn't like this one bit. She makes a little promise of her own to get Betsy out of the house and out of Steven's life... forever!
Promises Are for Keeping
by Ann RinaldiWhen orphaned Nicki, nearly fifteen, is caught stealing birth control pills from her brother Larry's office, her already-troubled relationships with her older brothers, both her guardians, become even more complicated.
Promises to Keep
by Amelia Atwater-RhodesThe compendium of creations (SingleEarth, the Bruja guilds, the Midnight empire) intertwine in an exciting, unsettling plot featuring happenings both accidental and deliberate that will forever change the alternate landscape inhabited by vampires, Tristes, shapeshifters et al. It all begins with a wrong turn and a crashed party, and from there it's an epic clash of elements and the promise of more chaos still to come. At the center of the storm is Jay, a young vampire hunter that no one would ever have predicted might be earth's best bet to thwart the rise of a vampire-controlled slave empire called Midnight. Teens will find themselves drawn to Jay, who struggles to prove his worth even while he has his own fears that those who have written him off may be right to do so.
Promises to Keep (Bluford Series #19)
by Paul LanganNo one likes Tyray Hobbs. Once a feared bully, he has become an outcast. At Bluford High, his peers taunt him for how he treated them. At home, his parents punish him for the trouble he has caused. Unable to escape his reputation or his past, Tyray is desperate. And when an unlikely friendship develops, he clings to it like a lifeline. Now that connection is threatened, and Tyray faces his toughest decision yet. Will his next move lead him to ruin or redemption--or both?
Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
by Sharon RobinsonA warm, intimate portrait of Jackie Robinson, America's sports icon, told from the unique perspective of a unique insider: his only daughter. Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball. Jackie Robinson was an outstanding athlete, a devoted family man and a dedicated civil rights activist. The author explores the fascinating circumstances surrounding Jackie Robinson's breakthrough. She also tells the off-the-field story of Robinson's hard-won victories and the inspiring effect he had on his family, his community. . . his country! Includes never-before-published letters by Jackie Robinson, as well as photos from the Robinson family archives.
Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
by Sharon RobinsonThe bestselling classic biography of Jackie Robinson, America's legendary baseball player and civil rights activist, told from the unique perspective of an insider: his only daughter.Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball -- and taught his children that the only measure of life is the impact you have on others lives'.Promises to Keep is the story of Jackie Robinson's hard-won victories in baseball, business, politics, and civil rights. It looks at the inspiring effect the legendary Brooklyn Dodger had on his family, his community ... his country. Told from the unique perspective of Robinson's only daughter, this intimate and uplifting book includes photos from the Robinson family archives and family letters never published before.Jackie Robinson is one our great national heroes. Promises to Keep reminds us what made him a champion -- on and off the field!
Promises to Keep: The United States Since World War II
by Paul S. BoyerDesigned for the "U.S. Since 1945" course, this comprehensive survey presents the World War II experience as a backdrop for understanding recent developments and events in American history. The text features four principal, interwoven themes: the pervasive impact of the Cold War; the effects of social-protest movements among African Americans, women, and other groups; the sources and impact of economic, demographic, and cultural changes; and a thorough examination of politics.
Promises to the Dead
by Mary Downing HahnWhen Jesse went down to the marsh on that fateful day, he expected to find a turtle for terrapin soup. Instead, he comes across a dying slave woman who makes Jesse promise he'll take her young son, Perry, to a relative in Baltimore. Aiding and abetting a slave is against the law, and it also goes against everything Jesse has been taught to believe. But he can't break a promise to the dead, and, more important, he has to follow what he knows in his heart to be right. The journey is more treacherous than Jesse ever imagined. At the crossroads of a country about to plunge into civil war, danger lurks around every corner. Will these boys on the run ever find a safe haven?
Promises, Promises
by Annie BryantWho will be the next seventh grade class president at Abigail Adams Junior High? Mr. Popular, Dillon Johnson, is running, and making a lot of promises that are sure to get votes. The Yurtmeister's in the race, too, but his campaign is a joke, right? Class president seems like a good place for Avery to start her political career. The trouble is, Katani's in the race, too. Can the Beacon Street Girls survive the growing tension between these two supercompetitive friends? And who's tearing down campaign posters and leaving mean notes about the candidates?
Promises, Promises (Clearwater Crossing, #4)
by Laura Peyton RobertsHalloween is around the corner, and Eight Prime is putting in a lot of hours working on a spooky haunted house fund-raiser. It's the perfect opportunity for Leah and Miguel to bring their budding relationship into the open among their friends. So what is Miguel so afraid of? Jesse's off the football team--maybe forever. If he can't convince Coach Davis that he's given up drinking, he can give up his NFL dreams for good. Jesse's ready to promise the coach anything to get back on the Wildcats. But promises can be hard to keep.... Melanie would never have believed she'd be interested in a do-gooder like Peter. Yet lately he's the only thing she thinks about. Not that she's falling for him, or anything dumb like that. She and Peter would make a terrible couple. Wouldn't they?
Prommy Meets Her Match: An Unofficial Story for Shopkins Collectors (The Unofficial Shopkins Collectors #2)
by Kenley ShayMeet the Shopkins Kids Club, six friends who get together every week to trade and play with their favorite characters, collecting their own adventures along the way. Identical twins Ava and Bella look alike, and they often dress alike, too. But when the Shopkins Kids Club agrees to go to a costume party dressed as Shopkins characters, the two sisters disagree about what to wear. Ava wants to go in matching "prom” dresses inspired by Prommy--one sister in pink, and one in yellow. But Bella wants to wear a costume inspired by Betty Boot. Boots are more Bella’s style, especially since she dreams of taking horseback riding lessons one day. Bella doesn’t want to disappoint her sister, so her friends help her come up with a clever plan. Gabby will wear the yellow prom dress that matches Ava’s. And Bella can wear a cowgirl costume. If all the girls wear masks, they might even be able to pull this off without Ava finding out! But sneaking around is an awful lot of work. Can Bella find the courage to stop hiding and express her own style? Finding your own voice and friendship take center stage in the second Unofficial Shopkins Collectors story.
Promposal
by Rhonda HelmsPromposal (n.)--an often very public proposal, in which one person asks another person to the prom, eliciting joy or mortification. Camilla can't help hoping her secret crush, Benjamin, might randomly surprise her out of the blue with a promposal. But when she's asked to prom by an irritating casual acquaintance--who's wearing a fancy tux and standing in front of a news crew--she's forced to say yes. However, all hope is not lost, as a timely school project gives Camilla a chance to get closer to Benjamin...and it seems like the chemistry between them is crackling. Is she reading into something that isn't there, or will she get her dream guy just in time for prom? Joshua has been secretly in love with his best friend Ethan since middle school. Just as he decides to bite the bullet and ask Ethan if he'd go to prom with him, even if just as friends, he gets a shocking surprise: Ethan asks Joshua for help crafting the perfect promposal--for another guy. Now Joshua has to suppress his love and try to fake enthusiasm as he watches his dreams fall apart...unless he can make Ethan see that love has been right in front of his eyes the whole time. The road to the perfect promposal isn't easy to navigate. But one thing's certain--prom season is going to be memorable.
Pronghorn Hunt on the Prairie (Wilderness Ridge)
by Thomas Kingsley TroupeAdrina can’t wait to go pronghorn hunting in Wyoming with her dad and uncle. Her obnoxious cousin Frankie is coming too. She’s determined to ignore him as the family sets off on their trip. But soon, Frankie takes his jokes on Adrina way too far. Things get even worse when he misses a pronghorn and blames it on Adrina. Will the cousins be able to get along again and salvage the rest of the hunt?
Pronghorns (Nature's Children)
by Elma SchemenauerDescribes the physical features, natural environment and habits of pronghorns who should be considered part of the goat family.
Pronouns (The Magic of Language)
by Ann HeinrichsI love pronouns. She loves pronouns. He loves pronouns. Do you love pronouns, too? If you don't now, you'll learn to love pronouns as you read this book! Learn how to identify and use pronouns in writing, reading, and speaking. We all love pronouns!
Proof Positive (Spy X)
by Peter LerangisIt's been almost a full year since Andrew and Evie's mom disappeared, and the twins are determined to find her. They've been following her trail, decoding the clues she's left them. And that trail is drawing them closer to their mother than ever before. But now the Company is on to the fact that Mom is communicating with the twins -- and they'll do anything to get to her first. The Company's agents are desperate to intercept Mom's messages. It's up to Andrew and Evie to stop them -- and to find Mom before her enemies do.
Proof of Forever
by Lexa HillyerFrom debut author and poet Lexa Hillyer comes the lyrical story of four seventeen-year-old friends who receive an unlikely chance to relive the perfect summer . . . and the devastating secret that could unravel it all. Elegant and evocative, Proof of Forever is one of those first novels that hooks you from the beginning and builds toward a stunning--and unexpected--end, calling to mind Gayle Forman and Ann Brashares.Joy, Tali, Luce, and Zoe were once best friends. Now they barely speak. That is, until the fateful flash of a photo-booth camera transports them back in time, to the summer they were fifteen--the summer everything changed. Photos fade. Friendships dissolve. Summers end. But this one will change the girls forever . . . again.Wendy Wunder calls Proof of Forever "The Sisterhood of the (Time) Traveling Pants for a new generation!"
Propeller One-Way Night Coach: A Fable for All Ages
by John TravoltaThis children's book shows that if you really want something with all your heart, and wish hard enough, and work at it long enough, anything can happen.
Proper Badger Would Never Trash the Classroom!
by Lauren GlattlyProper Badger would never go to school . . . or would he?Proper Badger is going to school. It's possible he got on the wrong bus, but he's always wanted to go school, and after all, he looks exactly like all of the other well-behaved, well-mannered students. He can't wait to get tons of gold stars. He has heard gold stars are crunchy and delicious. He will be on his very best badger behavior.Take a bite out of the macaroni art? Release the classroom butterflies? Have the class pet for lunch? He would NEVER!From author Lauren Glattly and New York Times bestselling illustrator Rob Sayegh Jr. comes a hilarious tale about a well-intentioned badger whose wild instincts just can't be suppressed."Uproarious shenanigans that will keep readers properly giggling."--Kirkus Reviews