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Paddington at Large
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumEver since Paddington started working in the garden, it's been a bit quieter in the Brown household. But with Paddington around, things never stay quiet for long. From a paw-sticking toffee disaster to a slight scorching of Father Christmas's beard, Paddington brings a splash of adventure to every day.Paddington at Large is the fifth novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new paper-over-board edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.
Paddington at Work
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumWhen Paddington returns from his trip to Peru, he doesn’t waste any time getting back to business. The Stock Exchange, the ballet, the barber’s shop, Mr. Curry’s kitchen...nothing is safe when Paddington gets to work.First published in 1966, Paddington at Work is the seventh novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.
Paddington Goes to Town
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new paper-over-board edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.Paddington doesn’t intentionally turn his friend’s wedding into an uproar by getting the wedding ring stuck on his paw. Nor does he plan for Mr. Curry to slip on his marmalade sandwich in the middle of an important golf shot. But these sorts of things and more just happen when Paddington goes to town.First published in 1968, Paddington Goes to Town is the eighth novel chronicling the adventures of Michael Bond's beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.
Paddington Helps Out
by Peggy Fortnum Michael BondPaddington Bear loves to lend a paw. From taking a saw to Mr. Curry's kitchen table to extinguishing a surprise flambé, each time Paddington helps out, things tend to get messier before they improve. But with his special tool kit, playful wits, and just a little bit of marmalade, Paddington can take any day and make it extraordinary!First published in 1960, Paddington Helps Out is the third novel by Michael Bond chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new paper-over-board edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.
Paddington Marches On
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumPaddington is just the kind of bear to volunteer for a tough job. Whether it's trying his paw at plumbing, cleaning the Browns' chimney, or visiting a marmalade factory, Paddington always manages to seek out the unexpected.First published in 1964, Paddington Marches On is the sixth novel by Michael Bond chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.
Paddington on Top
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or questioned as a prime witness in court? Or taking a crash course in water-skiing? Trust Paddington to follow his nose for adventure, with a suitcase full of marmalade sandwiches in tow!First published in 1974, Paddington on Top is the tenth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.
Paddington Races Ahead (Paddington)
by Michael Bond Peggy Fortnum R. W AlleyPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum and R.W. Alley. Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in strange situations. From a squishy miscommunication involving oysters and public transit to a case of mistaken identity, there’s never a dull moment when a certain bear is around!Paddington Races Ahead is the thirteenth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.
Paddington Takes the Air (Paddington)
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new digital edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or questioned as a prime witness in court? Or taking a crash course in water-skiing? Trust Paddington to follow his nose for adventure, with a suitcase full of marmalade sandwiches in tow!First published in 1970, Paddington Takes the Air is the ninth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.
Paddington Takes the Test
by Michael Bond Peggy FortnumOnly a bear like Paddington could find himself taking a driving test by mistake, becoming a model at an art school, or being sawed in half at a magic show. No matter what adventures await, Paddington always comes through with flying colors.First published in 1979, Paddington Takes the Test is the seventh novel by Michael Bond chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.
Paddington's Finest Hour (Paddington)
by Michael Bond R. W. Alley Peggy FortnumA brand-new title from Michael Bond chronicling new and exciting adventures of Paddington Bear!Somehow Paddington always finds himself in extraordinary situations, so it is no surprise when he appears in a popular TV cooking show, finds himself on a stage giving one of his hard stares to a hypnotist, and performing some precarious tricks at Mr. Gruber’s birthday party. For nearly sixty years, Paddington has enchanted readers around the world with his numerous misadventures and earnest good intentions. From master storyteller Michael Bond, and with interior illustrations by R. W. Alley, this new Paddington adventure will charm and delight readers of all ages.
Paddle Battle (Lorimer Sports Stories)
by Eric HowlingSet against a backdrop of the threat of wildfires on the West coast, this book looks at the effect changes at home can have on a young athlete's performance and the emotional support a team can provide. Thirteen-year-old kayaker Finn has been angry and resentful since his mother left the family. In a highly charged emotional state, Finn's performance is not only suffering, but he is also taking things out on his teammates. Like the wildfires that threaten Finn's training camp, this book shows how new beginnings arise after a destructive event. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group.
Paddy's Pot of Gold
by Dick King-SmithBrigid enjoys making friends with Paddy the leprechaun and wonders if he has a pot of gold. "My name is O'Reilly, I'm witty, I'm wily, I dance with the daintiest steps. No other O'Reilly Is thought of so highly As Patrick, the pride of the leps. " * A lep, of course, is a leprechaun, and on her birthday Brigid meets one. His name is Patrick Victorious Wellington Right-Handed O'Reilly (Paddy for short), and he soon shows himself to be a splendid friend--full of secrets, surprises, and the lore of the little people. Brigid learns a lot about leprechauns: they talk to animals, they smoke pipes full of seaweed, and given half a chance they'll dance a good Irish jig. There's just one thing Brigid still wonders--has Paddy got a hidden pot of gold? You'll find dozens more popular books by Dick King-Smith in the bookshare library for all ages, many featuring animals, nature and magic like: Harriet's Hare, Babe, the Gallant Pig, The Cuckoo Child, Harry's Mad, Ace, the Very Important Pig, Martha's Mice and The Toby Man.
Pageant Perfect Crime: Book One in the Perfect Mystery Trilogy
by Carolyn KeeneNancy goes undercover -- as a pageant contestant!Ned's classmate Portia Leoni won last year's Miss Pretty Face River Heights Beauty Pageant. But after Portia was accused of shoplifting dresses from a local boutique, her crown was taken away from her. Portia claims that she's innocent, but why would someone want to frame her?
The Pagemaster
by Todd StrasserA young boy who is afraid of everything gets trapped in the local library, where he befriends three strange characters; Adventure, Fantasy, and Horror, and must overcome his fears while journeying through "Storyland" towards the Exit Sign.
The Pages Between Us
by Abby Dening Lindsey Leavitt Robin MellomTold in letters, posters, blog posts, homework assignments, and more, The Pages Between Us is a totally fun, totally earnest snapshot of middle grade friendship--and what it truly means to be there for someone during the ups, downs, and everything in between.Piper and Olivia have been best friends since...well, forever. But they're distressed to find that their new middle school schedules aren't giving them enough together-time. Luckily, an idea sparks when Piper finds a cute, sparkly notebook to disguise as her "French Class" homework. It's genius--now the two BFFs can stick together all the time. And document their adventures--you know, for anthropology's sake.But as the two navigate the tricky new world of sixth grade, they realize that they may need to branch out more than they originally thought. Their notebook, once a life raft, begins to feel like a big responsibility. Can they grow up, without growing apart?
The Pages Between Us: In the Spotlight
by Abby Dening Lindsey Leavitt Robin MellomBFFs Olivia and Piper star in this fun snapshot of middle grade friendship told in a sweet journal-style book packed with engaging art. This is a follow-up to The Pages Between Us, by beloved middle grade authors Lindsey Leavitt and Robin Mellom.It’s time for the Battle of the Books!When no one from their school signs up for the annual competition, BFFs Piper (The Drama Lover) and Olivia (The Bookworm) decide to put their talents to good use by creating a video to get their classmates excited about the contest. Only things don’t go exactly as planned…The video goes viral, thrusting Olivia into a spotlight she never wanted, while no one seems to remember that Piper wrote, produced and directed the video. And on top of everything, while their video motivated a lot of people to sign up to participate in Battle of the Books, no one seems to have any interest in doing the reading.With the tournament approaching will Piper and Olivia be able to work together to save the day yet again?
Pages & Co.: The Book Smugglers (Pages & Co. #4)
by Anna James"Mr. Lemoncello would love to go bookwandering at Pages and Co. If you love books, you're going to LOVE this book!"--Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series The fourth magical adventure in the nationally bestselling Pages & Co. series, starring Milo, the book smuggler. Perfect for fans of Inkheart and The Land of Stories.Since he was six years old, Milo has lived on board the Sesquipedalian, or &“Quip,&” a magical train that uses the power of imagination to travel through both stories and the real world. Aboard the Quip, Milo lives and works with his uncle, Horatio, a book smuggler who trades in rare books. When Horatio takes on a dangerous new job, he needs the help of Tilly Pages, a uniquely gifted bookwanderer. But when Tilly&’s grandfather and Horatio are poisoned by a mysterious copy of The Wizard of Oz and fall into a deep sleep, Milo and Tilly find themselves racing against time to save them. The friends must journey to the Emerald City with Dorothy, and eventually to Venice, Italy, to find out who is behind these strange poisonings. Praise for Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers:A USA Today Bestseller!A Barnes & Noble Book of the Month!A Fall 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!"A loving testament to the powerful magic of books and imagination." --Kirkus Reviews"An affectionate ode to books and book lovers." --Publishers Weekly"A thrilling, inventive, book-lover's delight."--Matt Haig, author of The Midnight Library "Delightful! A Joy of a book."--Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars
Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers (Pages & Co. #1)
by Anna JamesA National Bestseller!"An affectionate ode to books and book lovers." --Publishers WeeklyAn enchanting story about the magic of books and the power of imagination from debut author Anna James. Perfect for fans of Inkheart, The Land of Stories, and Story Thieves. Soon to be a major television series!Since her mother's disappearance, eleven-year-old Tilly Pages has found comfort in the stories at Pages & Co., her grandparents' bookshop. But when her favorite characters, Anne of Green Gables and Alice from Wonderland, start showing up at the shop,Tilly's adventures become very real. Not only can she follow Anne and Alice into their books, she discovers she can bookwander into any story she chooses. Tilly's new ability leads her to fun and exciting adventures, but danger may be lurking on the very next page... When new secrets are uncovered, it's up to Tilly to solve the mystery of what happened to her mother all those years ago. From debut author Anna James comes a charming and exciting adventure about a bookish young heroine, a mysterious librarian, and a magical bookshop that will delight book lovers everywhere.Praise for Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers:A Fall 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!-"A loving testament to the powerful magic of books and imagination." --Kirkus Reviews-"Delightful! A Joy of a book."--Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars-"A lovely and enchanting read, whether you're 9 years old or 49 years old." --The Belfast Telegraph
Pages & Co.: The Last Bookwanderer (Pages & Co. #6)
by Anna JamesThe final magical bookwandering adventure in the USA Today bestselling Pages & Co. series featuring Milo and Tilly as they travel into Arthurian legend to find the first bookwanderer! Perfect for fans of Chris Colfer's A Tale of Magic, Mr. Lemoncello's Library, and Lockwood & Co.!When Milo, Tilly, Oskar, and Alessia venture into Arthurian legend to find the first bookwanderer--the wizard Merlin--they discover that the magic of bookwandering is not at all what they thought.Together, they must journey into Greek and Roman mythology to bargain with the trickster Loki and find a way to untangle the Alchemist&’s grip on the world&’s imagination. And to save Pages & Co. and protect the very foundations of bookwandering, the friends will have to learn the true power of imagination, all while an unexpected enemy stands in their way.The Pages & Co. series comes to an end in this thrilling final installment! Perfect for book lovers, those who love magical adventure stories, and those who enjoyed The Train to Impossible Places!
Pages & Co.: The Lost Fairy Tales (Pages & Co. #2)
by Anna JamesThe second magical bookwandering adventure in the nationally bestselling Pages & Co. series, featuring Tilly Pages as she journeys to France to wander inside a peculiar book of fairytales. Perfect for fans of Inkheart, and The Land of Stories. Soon to be a major television series!Tilly and her best friend Oskar are bookwanderers: a remarkable group of people who, using the magical power of books, can travel inside any story they choose. But on a wintry visit to Paris, the friends wander inside a book of fairy tales to find that peculiar things are happening: characters are getting lost, stories are all mixed up, and mysterious plot holes are opening without warning . . . It's up to Tilly and Oskar to figure out what--or who--is behind the chaos. And after the friends come face-to-face with an old foe, they realize that villains can exist outside the pages of books . . . and that sometimes, you don't get to live happily ever after. Praise for Pages & Co.: The Lost Fairy Tales:"Winsomely harking back to the oldest children's classics, this has special appeal for romantic bibliophiles." --Kirkus Reviews"This series is made for book-lovers and attests to the power and importance of stories."-School Library Journal
Pages & Co.: The Map of Stories (Pages & Co. #3)
by Anna JamesThe third magical bookwandering adventure in the nationally bestselling Pages & Co. series, featuring Tilly Pages as she journeys to Washington, DC, to wander inside the books at the Library of Congress. Perfect for fans of Inkheart and The Land of Stories. Tilly and Oskar embark on an impromptu trip to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC, in search of an elusive group of bookwanderers called the Archivists, who they believe are the key to restoring the balance and saving the British Underlibrary.Along the way, the friends realize that something strange is happening in the world of bookwandering: books are disappearing, people are forgetting their favorite stories, and stories are trying to drag Tilly into them.With a mysterious set of clues and some surprising new faces, Tilly and Oskar will need the help of some of their dearest fictional friends to be able to solve the mystery . . . and save bookwandering forever.Praise for Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers:A USA Today Bestseller!A Barnes & Noble Book of the Month!A Fall 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!"Mr. Lemoncello would love to go bookwandering at Pages and Co. If you love books, you're going to LOVE this book!"--Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series"A loving testament to the powerful magic of books and imagination." --Kirkus Reviews"An affectionate ode to books and book lovers." --Publishers Weekly"Delightful! A Joy of a book."--Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars"A thrilling, inventive, book-lover's delight."--Matt Haig, author of A Boy Called Christmas
Pages & Co.: The Treehouse Library (Pages & Co. #5)
by Anna JamesThe fifth magical adventure in the USA Today bestselling Pages & Co. series, starring Milo, the book smuggler. Perfect for fans of Inkheart, The Land of Stories, and Mr. Lemoncello's Library!Milo Bolt is ready to be the hero of his own story. With Uncle Horatio trapped in an enchanted sleep by the power-hungry Alchemist, he sets off with his new friend Alessia to find a cure.As they search for clues, the pair find themselves at the magical treehouse—home of the Botanist, the Alchemist&’s sworn enemy. In their hunt for the cure, Milo and Alessia must forage in the Secret Garden, challenge Robin Hood, and confront the mighty Jabberwock. Will they find the cure and help Uncle Horatio before it&’s too late?Praise for Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers:A USA Today Bestseller!A Barnes & Noble Book of the Month!A Fall 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!"Mr. Lemoncello would love to go bookwandering at Pages and Co. If you love books, you're going to LOVE this book!" --Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series "A thrilling, inventive, book-lover's delight." --Matt Haig, author of The Midnight Library "A loving testament to the powerful magic of books and imagination." --Kirkus Reviews"An affectionate ode to books and book lovers." --Publishers Weekly"Delightful! A joy of a book." --Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars
Pages of You
by Tricia SeaboltMelanie's grandfather has Alzheimer's disease. In one of his foggy moments, he decides to go grocery shopping and it proves to be an ordeal.
Paige Not Found
by Jen WildeA thrilling adventure story that examines consent and privacy in a way that books have not had to before this generation where everything is online.Nothing about us, without us.When Paige learns that her parents enrolled her in an autism study without telling her, her world turns upside down. Suddenly she isn't sure if she can trust the two people she oves most. A chip was implanted in her brain that sends them information about her mood, brain activity, and location. It can even boost the chemicals that keep her calm or make her happy. So Paige has to wonder... can she even trust her own mind?Now the company that created her chip is days away from merging with the most popular social network in the world. And they are known for selling people’s private information to the highest bidder.Paige knows there is only one thing she can do. Armed with the names and addresses of the other kids involved in the study, she must track them down and tell them the truth, so they can put a stop to the merger and get the chips removed for good.
The Pain and the Great One
by Debbie Ohi Judy Blume"Sometimes I think Mom and Dad love her more than me."--The Pain "Sometimes I think Mom and Dad love him more than me."--The Great One The Great One thinks her brother, the Pain, is a messy slowpoke who gets dessert even if he doesn't finish dinner. She thinks her parents love him more than they love her. The Pain thinks his older sister, the Great One, is a bossy know-it-all. Just because she's older, she gets to feed the cat and play real songs on the piano. He thinks his parents love her more than they love him. How will they ever find out who is loved more?