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Slap-Shot Slump
by Jake MaddoxSimon Wahlberg eats, sleeps, and breathes hockey. His parents want to see their son achieve his dreams, so they move to the town of Edgewater, known for its elite high school hockey team. Simon tries out for the squad, and even though he's only in eighth grade, he lands a spot on the roster. But playing hockey for Edgewater isn't easy. Every player on the ice is bigger, stronger, and faster than Simon. If Simon is going to keep up, he will have to push himself further than he ever has before. But soon his grades begin to slide, and Simon starts to question if hockey is the right choice for him. Can Simon find a way to do it all?
Horseback Hardships (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels)
by Jake MaddoxMaple Run Stables is Leah&’s home away from home. She loves the people, the horses, and the atmosphere. Sadly, Leah&’s family is moving, and the new stable is the exact opposite. Leah feels out of place immediately. Even worse, the other riders bully her about her appearance and size. Leah loses her joy of riding and her self-worth. Leah has all the skills and talent for horse riding success, but will she gain back her confidence in time to prove it?
Boxing Bootsie (Adventures at Tabby Towers)
by Shelley Swanson SaterenBootsie is the sweetest Himalayan cat until she feels threatened by other cats. Then there's trouble! When Bootsie uses her boot-like black paws to box other guests at Tabby Towers, the hosts warn that she may need to check out early!
Spinning Away (Jake Maddox JV)
by Jake MaddoxMagnolia has her own ideas about style, music, and—especially—about figure skating. Too bad her twin sister and her mother are stuck in a more conservative mode. Will Maggie find a way to justify the changes she wants to enact, or will she keep on spinning away?
Divya’s Supersecret Plan (Divya Dubey)
by Sita JitWhen a family friend asks to have her mehndi party at Divya's family's restaurant, Divya knows just how to decorate to make the party truly magical. But the adults are all busy planning the menu, and no one will listen to Divya's ideas. Divya decides to prove that she is responsible enough to contribute to the party by making a batch of her favorite sweet, ladoo, all by herself. Will she prove herself to her family, or will her plan be a total disaster?
Bewitched in Oz
by Laura J. BurnsEven though sorcery is forbidden in Oz, Zerie Greenapple is determined to use her magic. When the Flying Monkeys find Zerie and her friends using magic, one of their gang is captured. Three friends go on the run through the wild landscapes of Oz to try and find Glinda the Good, who they hope will save them from the evil Princess Ozma. But will magic be enough to lead these three friends to safety? This exciting tale of adventure and fantasy will surround readers in a world of complexity, where the truth is always shifting and the integrity of friendship is constantly questioned.
Can You Survive a Supervolcano Eruption?: An Interactive Doomsday Adventure (You Choose)
by Blake HoenaA supervolcano has erupted! Its eruption is thousands of times larger than a normal volcano. Huge amounts of lava and ash threaten all life in the area. You're a visitor to the park when the eruption occurs. Will you stay to monitor the volcano, or evacuate to safety? When YOU CHOOSE what to do next, the choices you make could mean the difference between life and death. Can you survive a supervolcano?
Anya Flees the Fallout: A Chernobyl Survival Story (Girls Survive)
by Erin FalligantTwelve-year-old Anya has a good life with her family in the town of Pripyat, not far from the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. But then, one night, an explosion lights up the night sky—and something about the flames doesn&’t look right. Anya&’s father, a firefighter, is called to the plant, and soon the seriousness of the situation grows. What went wrong at the plant? What is the government not telling them? And will Anya and her family survive the fallout that follows? Readers can learn the story of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster from nonfiction backmatter, including a glossary, discussion questions, writing prompts, and more in this Girls Survive story.
The Epic Adventures of Odysseus: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Blake HoenaYou are the mighty Greek hero Odysseus. The Trojan War has made you a hero. But now you must return home to your island of Ithaca. The journey back will not be easy. Deadly sea monsters, cunning witches, and giant Cyclopes stand in your way. Do you have what it takes to survive and make it back home? Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into Odysseus' adventures from Greek mythology.
Bone Yard (Firestormers)
by Carl BowenAs a historic wildfire bears down on a desolate, close-knit community, the FIRESTORMERS the world’s newest, most elite wildfire fighting crew prepare to battle the blaze. Unfortunately, community members would rather die than leave their homes and belongings behind. As tornadoes of fire approach, Firestormer Amalia Rendon must convince citizens to evacuate before their community and everything in it becomes a smoldering bone yard.
Divya Far from Home (Divya Dubey)
by Sita JitNine-year-old Divya&’s life is turned upside down when her family moves from Delhi, India, to a new city halfway across the world. Divya goes from living as an only child with her own quiet bedroom to sharing a room with her cousin in a crowded home with extended family. Plus, everything is different at her new school too. Everyone keeps saying change is good—but not if you didn&’t want to leave home in the first place!
Sadiq and the Gamers (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq and his friends are starting a video game club at school. They have fun playing together and planning a tournament for the whole school to participate in. But when their club needs a service project, the club members are stumped. How can they help people with video games? Then, during a visit to a retirement home called Harmony House with his mother, Sadiq meets a man named Mr. Soto who could use some cheering up. Sadiq begins to form an idea. Could gaming be a way to help the residents at Harmony House?
Can You Survive an Asteroid Strike?: An Interactive Doomsday Adventure (You Choose)
by Matt DoedenA huge rock hurdles through space on a collision course with Earth. It's enormous, as big as the one that wiped out the dinosaurs. You've got a little more than a day to get to safety. Where will you go? Who will you help—and who will help you? Can you survive the greatest disaster that the human race has ever known?
Football Foul Play (Jake Maddox JV Mysteries)
by Jake MaddoxAfter winning their first playoff game, Badger teammates Kenny Hu and Romeo Russell get some disturbing news. The Supreme Bowl trophy has been stolen from the rival school across town! Even worse, the evidence points to the Badgers’ quarterback being the culprit. At first, Kenny and Romeo think it’s just a prank that went too far. But when their teammate insists that he didn’t do it, they decide to investigate. Where will the clues lead? Will the evidence show that their friend is innocent? Follow Kenny and Romeo as they work to uncover the truth behind the stolen trophy in this Jake Maddox JV Mystery.
Jason, the Argonauts, and the Golden Fleece: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Blake HoenaYou are the mighty Greek hero Jason. Along with your crew of argonauts, you are setting sail in search of the Golden Fleece. But your journey will not be easy. Sea monsters, powerful witches, and deadly beasts stand in your way. Can you survive and bring the Golden Fleece back to your kingdom? Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into Jason's adventures from Greek mythology.
Hades and the Underworld: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Blake HoenaThe Underworld is the land of the dead and ruled by the powerful god Hades. It is not a place where the living are welcome, but that’s where you must go. You will need to cross the River Styx and face the three-head dog Cerberus. But once you are there and reach your goal, will you be able to find your way back to the living or be trapped forever? Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into deep dark depths of the Underworld.
John McCain: Get to Know the Brave POW and Senator (People You Should Know)
by Dani GabrielBefore he was a senator, John McCain fought in the Vietnam War and served in the House of Representatives. He ran for president of the United States in 2008. Get to know the maverick who was willing to speak his mind.
Stinky Stanley (Adventures at Hound Hotel)
by Shelley Swanson SaterenWelcome to Hound Hotel, the perfect place to board your canine family members. Readers will enjoy meeting all sorts of dogs through the eyes of eight-year-old Alfie Wolfe, the good-hearted, funny narrator. Every dog that visits the kennel has different needs, and Alfie and his twin sister, Alfreeda, are ready to serve them. The problem is the twins usually disagree about what those needs are! There is one thing they always agree on, though: there's nothing better than a dog!
Behind the Plate
by Jake MaddoxDanny is a skilled baseball catcher, but suddenly, he can no longer make easy throws. He has a case of the yips. Could his parents' divorce be behind his problems on the field?
The Trojan War: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Blake HoenaWhat happens when the gods disagree? They send the mightiest of heroes to fight a war. But which hero will you be, and who will you side with: Greece’s King Menelaus or Paris, a prince from the city of Troy? If the gods favor you, you just may survive the fighting. Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into thick of battle as the Trojan War rages on.
Can You Survive the 1910 Big Burn? (You Choose)
by Ailynn CollinsIn the northwestern United States, the summer of 1910 was the driest anyone had seen in a long time. The weather was extremely hot and windy. Crops everywhere were drying up. Then in August the region faced one of the biggest forest fires in U.S. history. Will you lead the fight to battle the fires and save your hometown? Can you save others and escape before the town is consumed by flames? Will you flee with your mother to find safety on a train? With dozens of possible choices, YOU will have to decide how to survive one of history’s biggest and deadliest forest fires.
Homecoming (Claudia and Monica: Freshman Girls)
by Diana GallagherIt's homecoming week, but everything is going wrong.
Snowboard Hero
by Jake MaddoxKaleb has always looked up to his older stepbrother and Army Reserve, Luke, both on the slopes and off. So when Luke is deployed overseas, Kaleb is proud of him but worried. When Luke is injured and sent home, Kaleb starts feeling reckless, and his decisions on the trails might be just as dangerous as the reality that Luke faces. Can Kaleb rein in his anger and dominate the slopes in honor of his snowboard hero?
Can You Escape a Haunted Cemetery? (You Choose)
by Ailynn CollinsIt’s a dark, moonless night. Mist rises off of moss-covered tombstones. Wait—what was that noise? Did something just move? Choose your own path as you explore the world’s most haunted cemeteries. Will you be able to escape or will fright overwhelm you? Find out in these pages!
Haunted Love (Claudia and Monica: Freshman Girls)
by Diana GallagherHigh school Halloween parties are different from middle school Halloween parties.