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• DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) - A digital book file format. DAISY books from Bookshare are DAISY 3.0 text files that work with just about every type of access technology that reads text. Books that contain images will have the download option of ‘DAISY Text with Images’.
• BRF (Braille Refreshable Format) - Digital Braille for use with refreshable Braille devices and Braille embossers.
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• DAISY Audio - Similar to the DAISY option above; however, this option uses MP3 files created with our text-to-speech engine that utilizes Ivonas Kendra voice. This format will work with Daisy Audio compatible players such as Victor Reader Stream and Read2Go.
• EPUB - A standard e-book format that can be read on many tools, such as iBooks, Readium or others.
• Word - Accessible Word output, which can be unzipped and opened in any tool that allows .docx files

Back Burn (Firestormers Ser.)

While training new members for the FIRESTORMERS — the world’s newest, most elite wildfire fighting crew — a group of recruits goes missing inside a massive blaze. Their trainer, former special operations soldier Heath Rodgers, blames himself for their mistakes. If the new recruits are going to survive, Rodgers must lead the Firestormers into the flames before the past comes back to burn him.

Back on Track (Jake Maddox JV Girls)

Addison is joining the track and field team, even though her mom said no. Addison has come up with a risky plan to compete. But soon she’s torn between her love of sprinting relay races with the team and the guilt over lying to her mom. How can Addison pursue her running passion? With plenty of play-by-play action and extra back matter materials including discussion questions and bonus track facts, this Jake Maddox JV Girls sports story is sure to be a hit with any young athlete.

Back Row Dynamo (Jake Maddox Jv Girls Ser.)

Ellie is amazing in the back row. Whether serving, digging, or passing, she's a real asset to her volleyball team. But when she rotates to the front row… disaster. Can she find a way to be a more well-rounded player and not just a back row dynamo?

Backpacking Hacks: Camping Tips for Outdoor Adventures (Outdoor Adventure Guides)

Don't just survive, thrive in the great outdoors! This handy guidebook provides unique tips and tricks to transform any camping trip into a glamping vacay, including defense against weather extremes, hygiene hacks, and unplugged entertainment options. With bold photos and infographics, step-by-step projects, and expert instructions, OUTDOOR ADVENTURE GUIDES will have first-time campers and enthusiasts alike opting outside.

Balance Beam Boss (Jake Maddox Girl Sports Stories Ser.)

Sofia is used to being the best gymnast at her gym. But after a bad fall and injury during practice, getting back on the beam is harder than she thought. When she does come back after rehabbing, Sofia is consumed with fear and anxiety related to her fall. Can Sofia overcome her fear and trauma to make it back on the beam?

Barack Obama (Influential People Ser.)

As the first African American United States president, Barack Obama broke down barriers and led others to make a difference. Learn more about his road to the White House and how he plans to keep making a difference!

Baseball's Greatest Walk-Offs and Other Crunch-Time Heroics (Sports Illustrated Kids Crunch Time)

When the stakes are high, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From pitching heroics in Game 7 of the World Series to pennant-clinching home runs, some of baseball's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a front-row seat to the action.

Basketball Camp Champ (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels)

After only ever playing pick-up games, Ana Ramirez is excited to attend a basketball summer camp where she'll play on a real team with real teammates. But when the coach says they'll use something called "zone defense," the shooting guard feels totally lost and starts to doubt her skills. Can Ana get out of her comfort zone and ask for help? Combining a dramatic sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for any young reader.

Basketball Greats (Sports Illustrated Kids: Ball Ser.)

How did pro basketball biggest stars become the greatest players of all time? By playing the game in ways no one had ever done before! Discover the magic the propelled players like Julius “Dr. J” Irving, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Maya Moore, and others to superstardom.

Basketball's Greatest Buzzer-Beaters and Other Crunch-Time Heroics (Sports Illustrated Kids Crunch Time)

When the clock is ticking down and the stakes are high, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From buzzer-beating half-court shots to thunderous last-second dunks, some of basketball's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a courtside seat to the action.

Batman and the Missing Punch Line (DC Super Hero Adventures)

Something funny is afoot in Gotham City, but Batman and Batwoman aren't laughing. Robbery victims are handing over their loot and seem downright delighted to do so. While investigating this odd behavior, the Dark Knight and his crime-fighting cousin uncover the use of Joker toxin. But the Joker is locked up in Arkham Asylum or is he? Can Batman and Batwoman get to the bottom of the jester's joke before the punchline knocks out half of Gotham City? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero fans.

Batman and the Ultimate Riddle (DC Super Hero Adventures)

The Riddler in a bit of a slump. It's bad enough that Batman and his friends have foiled him again. But what's really got him down is that he's no closer to learning the Caped Crusader's true identity. Who is the man behind the mask? To find the answer, The Riddler hatches a precarious plan that turns Batgirl and Robin into the pawns. Can Batman stop the Prince of Puzzles before he solve the ultimate riddle? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero fans!

Beastly Armor: Military Defenses Inspired by Animals (Beasts and the Battlefield)

The world can be a dangerous place. Over time, animals evolved many natural defenses to help them survive. Combat during wartime is extremely dangerous. Why not look to nature to find the best defenses for soldiers on the battlefield? Military forces have done just that for hundreds of years. From the armor of medieval knights to tomorrow's advanced camouflage, take a look at how military technology often mimics the traits of animals to help protect soldiers in combat. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Beastly Firepower: Military Weapons and Tactics Inspired by Animals (Beasts and the Battlefield)

In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat tactics. From the first feathered arrows to tomorrow's high-tech weaponry, take a look at how military technology often imitates the natural weapons of animals to help soldiers succeed in combat. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Beastly Robots and Drones: Military Technology Inspired by Animals (Beasts and the Battlefield)

Animals have many traits that help them survive in the wild. Inspired by animals' incredible abilities, military forces have created many machines over the years to achieve success on the battlefield. From the first remote-controlled vehicles to the advanced machines of tomorrow, take a look at how military robots and drones often imitate the abilities of animals throughout nature. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Beasts on the Battlefield: Animals in Combat (Beasts and the Battlefield)

Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. Military forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive mines at sea, take a look at the many ways animals have helped armies find success on the battlefield. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Bessie Coleman: Bold Pilot Who Gave Women Wings (Movers, Shakers, and History Makers)

In the 1920s, Bessie Coleman became the first female pilot with African American and Native American heritage. She aimed to inspire women and people of color. Learn more about Coleman's life as a famous pilot!

La bestia de las escaleras (La\biblioteca Maldita Ser.)

El Bibliotecario guarda los libros más peligrosos del mundo en la Biblioteca maldita. Cuando regresa de un largo viaje, descubre que alguien se ha robado su colección de libros mortales. Si no los encuentra, el mundo caerá en manos de una fuerza malvada y eterna.

Beyond Basketball (Jake Maddox JV Girls)

Juniper Jackson is the tallest girl on the team. She might also be the least interested. But with her dad as the coach and the kind of height that gives her a serious advantage -- Juniper needs to figure out how to find something to love about the game.

Big Pharma and the Opioid Epidemic: From Vicodin to Heroin (Informed!)

More than 130 people a day in the U.S. die from opioid overdoses. Addiction to legal and illegal opioids has been declared a national crisis. The U.S. spends about $78.5 billion a year on treatment, criminal prosecution, and health care related to the crisis. What caused this massive problem? Can the crisis be slowed or reversed? Students will get practical tips on how to help someone suffering from an addiction or experiencing an overdose, and learn about how the nation is trying to deal with the crisis.

Bigfoot and the Yeti (Solving Mysteries With Science Ser.)

The Bill of Rights: Asking Tough Questions (Questioning History)

What are the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights? Why are these documents important to American history? How do they affect the lives of U.S. citizens today? After the colonies won their independence from Great Britain in the Revolutionary War, a new government was created that could help guarantee that the colonists would enjoy the freedoms they had fought so hard to win. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and how these historic documents provide U.S. citizens with the freedoms they enjoy today.

Bindi Irwin (Influential People Ser.)

Bindi Irwin presents on television about animals and conservation. Learn about how she overcame tragedy to find success!

The Black Hole Bandits (Mr. Kazarian, Alien Librarian)

Mr. Kazarian has a problem...his evil cousin, Kronkhold, is threatening to consume the galaxy with his new device, a black-hole generator. Mr. K's four favorite students are in the library researching Albert Einstein when they see Mr. K heading out on his mission to stop Kronkhold. What better way to learn about black holes and Einstein's theories than to ride along? Oh, and hopefully help save their home in the Milky Way. Bravely facing Kronkhold and his space-pirate flunkies, Mr. K and the students get a little too up close and personal with a black hole and must outwit the evil scientist to save the galaxy and themselves! Science fiction packed full of space facts!

Blizzard (Survive! Ser.)

Jeff and his best friend Keith are ice-fishing in the middle of Big Lake. It’s been hours without a bite, but they’re still having a blast — until the storm of the decade closes in. Soon, the entire landscape is buried in three feet of snow and the snowfall shows no sign of stopping. With their heaters low on power, Jeff and Keith are forced to make their way home through the whipping wind, low visibility, and the ominous crackling of ice beneath their feet.