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The Incredible Adventures Of Cinnamon Girl
by Melissa Keil Mike LawrenceAlba wants to stop time so she can stay in her small town forever - but the end of the world might just force her to confront her future. <P><P> Alba loves her life just as it is. She loves living behind the bakery and waking up in a cloud of sugar and cinnamon. She loves drawing comics and watching bad TV with her friends. The only problem is she's overlooked a few teeny details. <P><P>Like, the guy she thought long gone has unexpectedly reappeared. And the boy who has been her best friend since forever has suddenly gone off the rails. Even her latest comic book creation is misbehaving. On top of all that, the world might be ending - which is proving to be awkward. <P><P>As doomsday enthusiasts flock to idyllic Eden Valley, Alba's life is thrown into chaos. Whatever happens next, it's the end of the world as she knows it. But when it comes to figuring out her heart, Armageddon might turn out to be the least of her problems. <P><P>Full of Keil's trademark quirky characters and witty dialogue, readers will be hooked by Alba's romantic dilemma and the hilarious plot that links the end of high school with the end of the world.
The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawm (A\puffin Book Ser. #7)
by Norman Hunter'It¹s brilliant that a book written in 1933 can still make a modern kid laugh like a drain' CHARLIE HIGSON Still one of the immortals of children's literature - Professor Branestawm's continues to amuse generations of young readers. The wonderfully nutty, fabulously entertaining mishaps of Professor Branestawm. He's madly sane and cleverly dotty. Professor Branestawm is the most absent-minded inventor you'll ever meet and no matter how hard he tries his brilliant ideas never seem to keep him out of crazy scrapes.
The Incredible Billy Wild
by Joanna NadinWhen a greyhound turns up in Billy Wild's shed, he has no idea how much his life is about to change. Can Billy keep his new best friend and save hundreds like her? A story about dogs, love, family and freedom, full of heart and humour. Perfect for fans of Frank Cottrell Boyce and Eva Ibbotson.When Billy Wild's teacher asks the class to write a letter to their god, Billy's request is simple: Please send me a dog.So when he discovers a greyhound hiding in the shed, he decides someone must really be listening. With the help of his brothers, Billy sets out to hide her from Dad, who's far too stressed to add a dog to the mix. But keeping a greyhound a secret is a difficult task, and when Billy's classmate Paris enters them all in a local talent show, it becomes even harder!Billy must make a big, brave, wild decision - but it's one that might save Dog and hundreds like her. And it might just make him incredible...
The Incredible Billy Wild
by Joanna NadinFrom the author of JOE ALL ALONE - a BAFTA winning and Emmy nominated CBBC series.A story about courage, sacrifice and family - and how everyone has something incredible inside of them, just waiting to be discovered. For fans of Frank Cottrell Boyce and Eva Ibbotson.This cover comes in four different colours, supplied at random. Which one will you receive?When Billy Wild's teacher asks the class to write a letter to their god, Billy's request is simple: Please send me a dog.So when he discovers a greyhound hiding in the shed, he decides someone must really be listening. With the help of his brothers, Billy sets out to hide her from Dad, who's far too stressed to add a dog to the mix. But keeping a greyhound a secret is a difficult task, and when Billy's classmate Paris enters them all in a local talent show, it becomes even harder!Billy must make a big, brave, wild decision - but it's one that might save Dog and hundreds like her. And it might just make him incredible...
The Incredible Elastigirl (Step into Reading)
by Natasha BouchardThe Incredibles 2 Deluxe Step into Reading with over 30 stickers is based on the exciting new Disney/Pixar sequel that will hit theaters June 15, 2018!The Incredibles 2 brings back everyone's favorite family of superheroes in an exciting, hilarious, and heartfelt super-sequel. Written and directed by Brad Bird (The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol), this new chapter sees Mr. & Mrs. Incredible, Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack encounter a brand-new nemesis who puts their powers--and their family--to the ultimate test. The Incredibles 2 will hit theaters June 15, 2018! It's perfect for children ages 5 to 7. Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.
The Incredible Luck of Alfie Pluck
by Jamie RixWhat do a worried prime minister, a chicken dropped from a skyscraper window, a bully called Fox and an alien invasion have in common? All are ingredients in Jamie Rix's riotous new stand-alone novel for the 9-12 age group.Alfie Pluck is the unluckiest boy alive - until he unwittingly eats the chicken which contains the highly-sought-after luck gene. Once his secret is exposed, no end of people want the gene for their own devious deeds and crackpot schemes. And Alfie is on the run.But there's more than one kind of luck, and Alfie's escape from his pursuers is an hilarious roller coaster of good fortune and bad.
The Incredible Painting of Felix Clousseau
by Jon AgeeArt imitates life in this hilarious, absurdist picture book--one of Jon Agee's most beloved titles, now back in print."Outrageous!" the judges cried. "Ridiculous!" Who would dare enter a portrait of a duck in the Grand Contest of Art? But when Felix Clouseau's painting quacks, he is hailed as a genius. Suddenly everyone wants a Clousseau masterpiece, and the unknown painter becomes an overnight sensation. That's when the trouble begins.
Incredible Rescue Mission: Book 3 (Planet Omar #3)
by Zanib MianWelcome back to Planet Omar! The third book in Zanib Mian's laugh-out-loud series, with amazing cartoon-style illustrations from Nasaya Mafaridik. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid.When Omar and his friends come back after the school holidays, their lovely teacher seems to have been replaced by somebody much more grumpy. Overhearing other teachers talking about her, Omar decides something terrible has happened. Could she possibly have been abducted by ... aliens?!Omar persuades his friends to mount a rescue mission but what they find is very surprising!Have you read the first book in the series, Accidental Trouble Magnet? Love Reading 4 Kids called it 'irresistible reading!'
Incredible Rescue Mission: Book 3 (Planet Omar #3)
by Zanib MianWelcome back to Planet Omar! The third book in Zanib Mian's laugh-out-loud series. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid.When Omar and his friends come back after the school holidays, their lovely teacher seems to have been replaced by somebody much more grumpy. Overhearing other teachers talking about her, Omar decides something terrible has happened. Could she possibly have been abducted by ... aliens?!Omar persuades his friends to mount a rescue mission but what they find is very surprising!Have you read the first book in the series, Accidental Trouble Magnet? Love Reading 4 Kids called it 'irresistible reading!'(P)2020 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
The Incredible Rockhead: The Complete Comics Collection (Stone Arch Graphic Novels)
by Scott Nickel Sean Tulien Donald LemkeWhenever Chip Stone is in danger, he's instantly transformed into a hulking beast with a giant head of rock. Although the power helps him smash apart his fears, the transformations aren't always ideal. In this complete collection of The Incredible Rockhead's adventures, Chip tackles the mutant Dozer, teams up with Spectacular Scissorlegz, and takes on his toughest enemy yet, Papercut, all while balancing school and his social life.
The Incredible Schlock Homes: 12 Stories from Bagel Street (The Bagel Street Mysteries #1)
by Robert L. FishTwelve loving parodies of the great detective--each a masterpiece in its own right The world-famous amateur detective Schlock Homes is making his way through breakfast when a telegram arrives. It takes but a moment's deduction for the brilliant sleuth to determine that it was sent by a woman named Miss Wimpole, and that she is terribly upset. Homes knows this because the telegram reads, "I am terribly upset," and is signed, "Miss Wimpole." Miss Wimpole brings a case that stretches from the tombs of Egypt to the deserts of Mexico, with a stop at the racetrack in between, and it is but the first misadventure in this riotous collection of tales. Whether chasing a counterfeit sovereign or an "Adam Bomb," Schlock Homes and Dr. Watney never fail to have a marvelous time--even if they don't quite catch their man.
The Incredibles (Little Golden Book)
by John SazaklisAvailable for the first time, this Disney/Pixar The Incredibles Little Golden Book retells the blockbuster 2004 movie!One of the most popular Disney/Pixar films is finally retold in the classic Little Golden Book format! The Incredibles stars a family of undercover Superheroes who are forced back into action to save the world. Featuring Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, Violet, Dash, Jack-Jack, Frozone, and many other unforgettable characters, this book is a must-have for children ages 2 to 5, plus fans--and collectors--of any age!
Incredibles 2 Little Golden Book (Little Golden Book)
by Satoshi HashimotoThe Incredibles 2 Little Golden Book retells the exciting new Disney/Pixar sequel that will hit theaters June 15, 2018!The Incredibles 2 brings back everyone's favorite family of superheroes in an exciting, hilarious, and heartfelt super-sequel. Written and directed by Brad Bird (Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol), this new chapter sees Mr. & Mrs. Incredible, Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack encounter a brand-new nemesis who puts their powers--and their family--to the ultimate test! Children ages 2 to 5 will love this film-based Little Golden Book, which features a unique retro-looking art style.
The Incredibly Dead Pets of Rex Dexter (The Incredibly Dead Pets of Rex Dexter #1)
by Aaron ReynoldsNew York Times best-selling author Aaron Reynolds delivers an "entertainingly spooky romp" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) about Rex Dexter, who is itching to have a dog . . . but ends up with a pet chicken. One hour and fourteen minutes later, the chicken is dead (by a steamroller), Rex is cursed (by the Grim Reaper), and wild animals are haunting Rex's room (hounding him for answers). Even his best friend Darvish is not going to believe this, and that kid believes everything! Rex's uninvited ghostly guests are a chatty, messy bunch. And they need Rex to solve their mysterious deadly departures from the Middling Falls Zoo before it happens again. But how?
El increíble caso de Barnaby Brocket
by John BoyneEl autor de El niño con el pijama de rayas nos deleita con la deliciosa historia de Barnaby Rocket, un niño muy especial en una familia demasiado normal. Esta es la historia de Barnaby, un niño especial que pertenece a una familia demasiado normal; más aún, tremendamente normal, aburridamente normal. Para los Brocket todo cambia el día en que nace Barnaby. Su madre se da cuenta de que algo va mal cuando empieza a notar los dolores del parto... Pero lo peor está por llegar: ¡su bebé sale disparado y se queda flotando en el techo de la habitación! El diagnóstico es concluyente: Barnaby no obedece a las leyes de la gravedad, su estado natural es flotar. Sus padres, desesperados, no saben qué hacer con él; de nada sirven las súplicas del niño, que asegura que quiere quedarse en el suelo pero no puede. Al final solo queda una solución: dejar que se vaya volando... Y al cabo de un minuto habíaascendido tanto quesu voz se perdió en el cielo. Su madre, su perroy la maravillosa ciudad de Sidney desaparecieronbajo sus pies, y, al no tener colchón que leimpidiera seguir flotando, Barnaby Brocket subió ysubió, sin saber qué le sucedería a continuación. La crítica ha dicho...«El sentido del humor y la delicadeza con la que Boyne transmite su mensaje hace que esta historia sea inolvidable y encantadora.»Publishers Weekly «Deliciosamente extravagante. Con un maravilloso reparto de personajes, esta novela es una celebración a la diferencia.»The Bookseller
La increíble historia de... Un amigo excepcional
by David WalliamsHumor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra ¿Por qué ha decidido Chloe ayudar al señor Fétido? Pues porque es la única persona en el mundo que ha sido amable con ella. Sí, es probable que huela a rayos y que su perra, Duquesa, parezca una rata callejera, pero es simpático y muy educado. Además, seguro que tiene muy buenas historias que contar... ¡Y a Chloe le encantan las historias! La opinión de la crítica: «Leerlo es un placer. Un relato cautivadoramente ameno, original y que da qué pensar... Divertidísimo.» The Times
La increíble historia de... Los bocadillos de rata
by David WalliamsEsta es la historia de Zoe, una niña que deberá proteger a su mascota de un malvado vendedor de hamburguesas ambulante. Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. Últimamente Zoe tiene más de un motivo para estar preocupada. Empezando por su madrastra, Sheila, que es tan «friki» que incluso se ha atrevido a pedirle que le suene la nariz, porque a ella le da pereza hacerlo... Continuando por Tina Trotts, la matona del colegio, que le hace la vida imposible... (¿Cómo? Pues básicamente lanzándole escupitajos a la cabeza...) Y por si esto fuera poco, ahora el malvado Burt, del restaurante Hamburguesas Burt, está intentando capturar a su mascota, una encantadora ratita, para hacer... ¿Adivináis qué? ¡Lleva la pista en el título! La crítica ha dicho...«Adoro los libros de David Walliams. Se convertirán en clásicos.»Sue Townsend, The Guardian
La increíble historia de... La dentista demonio
by David Walliams¿Qué harías si tu dentista fuese un verdadero demonio? Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. Alfie detesta ir al dentista. Desde que una vez le arrancaron el diente que no tocaba, prometió que jamás iba a volver a una consulta. Y ahora tiene una dentadura mellada y de un repugnante color amarillo y marrón... Sin embargo, su peor pesadilla se ha hecho realidad: una nueva dentista ha llegado a la ciudad... ¡y ha ido a buscarle al colegio! La crítica ha dicho...«Walliams es un verdadero genio.»Evening Standard
La increíble historia de... el monstruo supercabezón
by David WalliamsWalliams no ha creado un libro... ¡ha creado al monstruo más horrible de todos los tiempos! Una nueva e increíble historia del autor número uno. ¡Aventura y diversión aseguradas! ¡Bienvenido al Internado Desalmado! (Si aún estás a tiempo, ¡HUYE!) En esta escuela, las clases son aburridísimas, la comida es horrible y los profes son terroríficos…, ¡pero eso no es lo peor! Algo raro está pasando en el internado. Alguien ha usado la máquina monstruosificante y ha creado un ser terriblemente increíble con la mezcla de las cosas más horripilantes y asquerosas: ¡ES UN MONSTRUO SUPERCABEZÓN! Parece que es el fin para los alumnos, pero para Chispa no hay nada imposible… ¡Tiene que luchar contra esa criatura aterradora! ¿Conseguirá salvar al colegio de las garras del monstruo supercabezón?
La increíble historia de... El gigante alucinante
by David WalliamsEsta es la increible historia de una gigantesca amistad... entre una niña de 10 años ¡y un mamut de 10.000 años! Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. Elsie ha escuchado en las calles de su ciudad una misteriosa historia sobre un monstruo de hielo. Algunos dicen que tiene diez mil años, que es terrorífico, enorme y que está... ¡congelado! No puede creérselo, ¿cómo habrá sobrevivido tantos años? Está decidida a verlo con sus propios ojos. Lo que no sabe, es que su vida cambiará por completo cuando se lo encuentre cara a cara. Prepárate para viajar del Londres victoriano a lo más profundo del Polo Norte.
La increíble historia de... la abuela gánster
by David WalliamsEsta es la historia de Ben y de su abuela, ¡una ancianita con un secreto súper emocionante! Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. ¿Quieres conocer a la abuela de Ben? Seguro que te parecerá la típica abuelita de manual: - Tiene el pelo blanco.- Lleva dentadura postiza.- Guarda el pañuelo en la manga de la blusa. Y algo más... ¡Es una ladrona de joyas perseguida a nivel internacional! La crítica ha dicho...«Diversión pura.»Daily Express «Una pequeña joya que combina el humor con un mensaje emotivo.»Daily Mail
La increíble historia de... la abuela gánster ataca de nuevo (Serie David Walliams #Volumen)
by David Walliams¡VUELVE LA ABUELA GÁNSTER! HUMOR Y AVENTURAS DE LA MANO DEL AUTOR NÚMERO 1 La abuela de Ben era lo más: no solo era una gran cocinera de sopa de repollo... sino que, en secreto y bajo el nombre Gato Negro, ¡era la mayor ladrona de joyas de la historia! Ahora la abuela de Ben ya no está, pero, de repente, sucede algo inexplicable:*Alguien está robando los mayores tesoros del mundo. *Todas las pistas apuntan a Gato Negro. Pero... eso es imposible, ¿no? ¡Es hora de que Ben resuelva el misterio!¡No te pierdas el segundo libro de la abuela más divertida del mundo!
La increíble historia de... la Operación Plátano
by David WalliamsLlega la historia más loca de Walliams: una increíble amistad entre un niño y una gorila. ¡Aventura y diversión aseguradas! HUMOR Y AVENTURAS DE LA MANO DEL AUTOR NÚMERO 1 EN EL MUNDO ALERTA EN LONDRES: ¡Sálvese quien pueda! La ciudad está en peligro, por eso Eric tiene que rescatar a Priscila, su mejor amiga. Está en el zoo, pero no es una trabajadora... es un ser mucho más peludo: ¡es una gorila! Juntos consiguen huir, pero tendrán que esconderse en los sitios más extraños… ¡Incluso en un submarino! ¿Acaso se han convertido en superespías? Ha llegado el momento de pasar a la acción: ¡es la hora de la Operación Plátano!
La increíble historia de... El mago del balón
by David WalliamsHumor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra Dennis es un chico normal con dos talentos extraordinarios. Uno lo conoce todo el mundo: el fútbol. El otro es un secreto... ¡Atrévete a descubrirlo! La opinión de la crítica:«Walliams continúa con la tradición irreverente y desternillante de Roald Dahl.»Courier Mail «Divertida y conmovedora.»Observer
La increíble historia de... El papá bandido
by David WalliamsEsta es la increíble historia de Gilbert y de su papá... ¡que es ladrón! Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. Hay padres de todo tipo: gorditos, delgados, altísimos, bajitos, divertidos, súper estrictos, chillones, callados... Y por supuesto, hay padres buenos, y padres no tan buenos. Cuando Gilbert termina en la cárcel por ser cómplice de un robo, a su hijo Frank no le queda más remedio que tramar un plan para rescatarle y devolver el dinero que ha robado. Pero, ¿cómo se quitará de encima al terrible mafioso que les persigue?