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This edition contains eight stories about the school boy and his gang, The Outlaws. Stories feature Violet Elizabeth getting her way (again); a witch; Esmeralda; and William train-stopping.
“Winningly intense.” —Kirkus Reviews “A powerful novel of tremendous empathy and optimism.” —Gary D. Schmidt, Newbery Honor winner and National Book Award finalist “Exquisitely written and painfully real.” —Megan E. Freeman, award-winning author of Alone When a twelve-year-old decides that she must get herself and her mother out of a bad situation, an eerie connection to a coyote pack helps her see who she’s meant to be—and who she can truly save. The Benefits of Being an Octopus meets The Nest in this contemporary middle grade novel about family, class, and resilience, with a magical twist. Twelve-year-old Fud feels trapped. She lives a precarious life in a cramped trailer with her mom and her mom’s alcoholic ex-boxer boyfriend, Larry. Fud can see it’s only a matter of time until Larry explodes again, even if her mom keeps on making excuses for his behavior. If only Fud could find a way to be as free as the coyotes roaming the Wyoming countryside: strong, smart, independent, and always willing to protect their own. When Larry comes home with a rusted-out houseboat, Fud is horrified to hear that he wants to fix it up for them to live on permanently. All she sees is a floating prison. Then new-neighbor Leigh tells Fud about Miss Black Gold, a beauty pageant sponsored by the local coal mine. While Fud doesn’t care much about gowns or talents or prancing around on stage, she cares very much about getting herself and her mom away from Larry before the boat is finished. And to do that, she needs money, in particular that Miss Black Gold prize money. One problem: the more Fud fantasizes about escape, the more her connection to the coyotes lurking outside her window grows. And strange things have started happening—is Fud really going color-blind? Are her eyebrows really getting bushier? And why does it suddenly seem like she can smell everything? Jessica Vitalis crafts a moving and voice-driven novel about family and resilience, with a fantastical twist. Coyote Queen is perfect for readers of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise and The Elephant in the Room.Ver libro
Harvey is a blunt, methodical man who lives by calculation and certainty. When he meets Anna on Mars, he decides quickly that she will be his wife. He leaves just as abruptly, promising to return in ten months, already planning a future that extends far beyond ordinary expectations. While Anna waits, Harvey pursues an extraordinary goal. He discovers and claims an overlooked planet, then begins reshaping it with precision, patience, and scientific insight. What he builds there is practical, profitable, and deeply unconventional. Chicken Farm blends dry humor with big ideas about science, ownership, and unintended consequences. Ross Rocklynne turns simple decisions into sweeping outcomes, letting logic quietly carry the story forward. Ross Rocklynne was known for thoughtful science fiction that balanced speculation with human behavior. His stories often explore how intelligence and planning can collide with emotional reality. Chicken Farm remains one of his most inventive and enduring works.Ver libro
A Daisy story by H J Gilfrew Meet Daisy and her friends at Cushendun Beach! H J Gilfrew is proud to present this extraordinary adventure from the North Coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland, a chance to explore the beauty and playfulness of the seaside. Join us on this sunny, fun-filled day with Daisy and her friends as they laugh, play games and create another magical daisy story!Ver libro
It is the school summer holiday, three months after Edie Marble faced off with the eco-terrorists. Grandpa David is unwell and has asked his son, Edie's dad, to bring the family to Canada to see him - possibly for the last time - although he doesn't mention that he's already secretly reached out to Edie. In Toronto, Edie uncovers a dark secret from her family's past that has been buried and seemingly forgotten about, but when Grandpa David starts receiving strange messages from an unknown number, the truth finally comes out... Yet again, Edie sets off on an exciting adventure, this time to discover who has been contacting her grandpa and why. Along the way, she visits Washington DC and the Outer Banks of North Carolina before a dramatic climax in Dartmoor. Can Edie uncover a hidden crime and bring the perpetrators to justice once agai Throughout the book and the series, Anthony explores how things are not always what they seem - how our 'thinking' often represents our imagined reality rather than what is necessarily true - and examines the nature of the link between thoughts and feelings. In so doing he gives readers the tools they need to understand their thoughts and emotions better and to connect with their inner wellbeing so that they can live happier, more fulfilled lives. Reading age 11+.,/p>Ver libro
Unleash the magic of being unique with “Oliver and His Secret”“Oliver’s not like the other lions, who creep and crawl at night. You’d never know he was different, until he needs to fight.” Embark on a heartwarming journey with Oliver and Ranger Ally in this enchanting tale of friendship and acceptance. Perfect for young readers aged 0-5, this beautifully illustrated book celebrates the joy of being different and the power of courage and kindness.Ver libro
Sister Alenushka, brother Ivanushka is a Russian fairy tale collected by Russian Slavist and ethnographer Alexander Afanasyev. A classic Russian fairy tale about Alyonushka and her naughty brother turned into a goatling.Ver libro
