Tweens & Young Adult

The Adventures Of Henry Whiskers

3,500.00

Henry Whiskers must face his fears and rescue his little sister from the scary Rat Alley in this fun, fast-paced debut chapter book set in Queen Mary’s historical dollhouse at Windsor Castle.

Twenty-five generations of Whiskers have lived in Windsor Castle’s most famous exhibit: Queen Mary’s Dollhouse. For young, book-loving Henry Whiskers and his family, this is the perfect place to call home.

But when the dollhouse undergoes unexpected repairs and Henry’s youngest sister, Isabel, goes missing, he risks everything in a whisker-whipping race against time to save her. His rescue mission will take him to the murky and scary world of Rat Alley, and Henry will have to dig deep and find the courage he never knew he had in order to bring his sister back home.

Secret Seven On The Trail

3,500.00

Jack’s annoying sister, Susie, forms her own Secret Society – The Famous Five. They have a meeting in the summer house, and make up a tale about a gang meeting at Tigger’s Barn, for the benefit of Jack, who is hiding and listening by the laurel bush. Peter doesn’t believe Jack’s tale, and so to prove him wrong, Jack and George go along to Tigger’s barn, thinking they are following Susie and her friend. But it is soon clear to both boys that they are in the middle of an adventure, when two men creep into the tumble-down house and signal to Zeb to join them knowing the coast is clear! But then they discover George and think he has a message for them from Cheeky Charlie!

The Snow Queen

3,500.00

The story that was the inspiration for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis and more recently, Frozen by Disney.

When a young boy is cursed and unable to detect goodness, a young girl goes on a courageous journey to restore his heart and free him from the palace of the Snow Queen.

Stunning illustrations bring new life to this lasting piece of literature that has thrilled young readers for over a century.

The Wind in the Willows

3,500.00

Far from fading with time, Kenneth Grahame’s classic tale of fantasy has attracted a growing audience in each generation. Rat, Mole, Badger and the preposterous Mr Toad (with his ‘Poop-poop-poop’ road-hogging new motor-car), have brought delight to many through the years with their odd adventures on and by the river, and at the imposing residence of Toad Hall.
Grahame’s book was later dramatised by A. A. Milne, and became a perennial Christmas favourite, as Toad of Toad Hall. It continues to enchant and, above all perhaps, inspire great affection.

Captain Awesome Vs the Sinister Substitute Teacher

3,500.00

It’s an ordinary day at Sunnyview Elementary for Eugene, Charlie, and Sally. At least until the classroom door opens and a teacher who isn’t Ms. Beasley walks in. And he’s not just any teacher—he’s a sinister substitute teacher! But where is Ms. Beasley?

Eugene can only think of one explanation: the evil substitute must have captured and hidden her someplace no one will find her…well, no one except the Sunnyview Superhero Squad, of course! With time running out and their favorite teacher on the line, it’s up to Captain Awesome and his crew to rescue Ms. Beasley!

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!

The Perfect Escape

3,500.00

This time, I may be in way over my head. What started out as a simple undercover mission at a beauty pageant in New York City has turned into complete chaos! The pageant’s sponsor, Pretty Face Cosmetics, knows that I’ve uncovered a big secret about their product, and now I’m in serious trouble. They want to keep me quiet – no matter what it takes.

Now I’m being held hostage by two supercreepy bad guys, without a phone, and worse, without my friends! I know that Bess and George are doing everything they can to find me, but time is running out. I have to figure out a way to get back to that pageant so I can reveal Pretty Face’s secret…before it’s too late for the next Miss Pretty Face, and millions of other girls!

Weird But True! 9

3,500.00

Did you know that rats prefer classical music to jazz? Or that you can swim as fast in syrup as you can in water? It’s all totally weird … but true!

The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 9th book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illustrations. This quirky little reference is so much fun, kids forget they’re learning.

Weird But True! 8

3,500.00

Did you know that plants can get fevers, or that some turtles glow in the dark? It’s all totally weird … but true!

The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 8th book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illustrations. This quirky little reference is so much fun, kids forget they’re learning.

Despicable Me 3: The Junior Novel

3,500.00

From the same studio that brought you the NY TIMES BESTSELLING MINIONS: JUNIOR NOVEL… Join Gru, Lucy, the girls, & of course the Minions another hilarious journey in this exciting junior novel based on the blockbuster movie Despicable Me 3! Comes with an 8-page full-color insert!

When Gru goes up against Balthazar Bratt (former child star and current super villain), he and Lucy lose their jobs at the Anti-Villain League. Even worse–when Gru says he won’t be returning to a life of crime, the Minions quit! Things start to look up when Gru, Lucy, and the girls fly to Freedonia to meet Gru’s long-lost twin brother, Dru. But that’s just where the adventure begins. After all, there’s never a full moment when you’re despicable.

The Jungle Book: Mowgli’s story

3,500.00

The Jungle Book (1894) is a collection of stories by the English author Rudyard Kipling. Most of the characters are animals such as Shere Khan the tiger and Baloo the bear, though a principal character is the boy or “man-cub” Mowgli, who is raised in the jungle by wolves. The stories are set in a forest in India; one place mentioned repeatedly is “Seonee” (Seoni), in the central state of Madhya Pradesh.

I Had A Favorite Hat

3,500.00

The narrator of this charming picture book loves her summer hat, but as the seasons change, her hat isn’t always appropriate for every occasion. She must use her crafting skills to turn the hat into a work of art, perfect for every season and holiday. Featuring the same characters from the first book, I Had a Favorite Dress, along with the hip, eye-catching art style that won it so many fans, this book is perfect for young crafters and their stylish parents.

Gulliver’s Travels

3,500.00

A magnificently illustrated new edition of Jonathan Swift’s classic novel—created just for children.
Since its appearance in 1726, Gulliver’s Travels has never ceased to fascinate readers. Designed for the early school years, this enchanting illustrated version takes the form of a travel journal, and features stunning large color illustrations and drawings. Kids will enjoy following Gulliver’s adventures as he visits the land of Lilliput, inhabited by tiny people; Brobdingnag, where he encounters a race of giants; and other imaginary worlds.

The Kaya Girl

3,000.00

In a bustling market in Ghana’s capital city, the lives of two very different girls collide. Neither of them will ever be the same.

Abena is spending her summer vacation working at her auntie’s shop in Makola Market, a place she and her wealthy friends would typically never go. She would sooner be found at the mall. Faiza is a Muslim migrant worker from the North who makes her living in the market as a porter, carrying goods in a bowl balanced on her head.

When the two girls meet, they forge an unlikely and powerful friendship. So different in their experiences, each opens the door to an unseen world for the other—and is forever changed by what they discover. Playing out against an eye-opening backdrop of wealth and poverty, the story of these two teenagers vibrates with unforgettable characters crossing the chasms of difference that divide us—and celebrating the deeper truths that bring the best of friends together.

Boom Boom

3,000.00

Osaik is an eight-year-old boy. He is charming and has an unusual ability to hear things no one else hears. His world is thrown into disarray when a debilitating disease takes his mother from him. Despite his grief, he has to find a way of saving his little sister, Eghe, from the same disease. Alongside his dad, and Kompa his dog, they begin a race to get her all the help she needs. It is not an easy one, because at every turn there is a new obstacle to avoid and a new hurdle to climb. In this dramatic, fast-paced story of loss, faith, and hope, the limits of love,

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