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Darkstalker: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire: Legends Graphic Novel) by Tui T. Sutherland
Darkstalker: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire: Legends Graphic Novel)
by Tui T. Sutherland

In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus--capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price. In the mind of a NightWing dragonet, a thousand futures unfold--and almost all of them, she knows, lead to disaster and destruction. And under three full moons and the watchful eyes of his NightWing mother and IceWing father, the most powerful dragon Pyrhhia will ever know is clawing his way out of his egg: Darkstalker, the dragon who will change the world forever. Long before the SandWing war, lifetimes before the Dragonet Prophecy--darkness is born--
Beware of the Dino-Snake: A Branches Book (Pets Rule! #8) by Susan Tan
Beware of the Dino-Snake: A Branches Book (Pets Rule! #8)
by Susan Tan

Ember and the other pets come face-to-face with an evil dino-snake duo that's out to ruin the Chin family garden! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Ember comes face-to-face with the strangest villain yet: the dino-snake! When an evil turtle and sly snake team up against the pets to take over the Chin family garden, the odds are stacked against them. The pressure is on for Ember to come up with the perfect plan or he'll get kicked out of his own backyard! Will Ember be able to protect his family's territory before the evil dino-snake duo take over the garden forever?With laugh-out-loud humor, engaging artwork on every page, and nonstop action that will have readers rushing to turn the pages, Pets Rule! is the just-right series for any emerging reader!
Vortex of the Chaos Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #30) by Tracey West
Vortex of the Chaos Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #30)
by Tracey West

The Dragon Masters team up with the Chaos Dragon to defeat the evil wizard Maldred who has multiplied himself into one hundred mini wizards.
I Survived the Dust Bowl, 1935 (I Survived #25) by Lauren Tarshis
I Survived the Dust Bowl, 1935 (I Survived #25)
by Lauren Tarshis

The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was the worst environmental disaster in American history, a time when black blizzards of dust, some hundreds of miles wide, swept across the southern plains. Hundreds of people were killed. Thousands of farms were buried. Millions of refugees fled starvation and sickness in the plains only to face hatred and prejudice in California. ... he thrilling story of an eleven-year-old boy who risks his life to save his family and friends during the worst dust storm of all, an event that would become known as Black Sunday. Includes a section of nonfiction back matter with more facts and photos about the real-life event.
Raquel Reyes Saves the Wedding (Girl of the Year 2026) by Angela Cervantes
Raquel Reyes Saves the Wedding (Girl of the Year 2026)
by Angela Cervantes

Raquel is excited about a big family reunion and wedding. She's looking forward to reuniting with her cousin Sloan. But instead of being as close as sisters, Sloan is moody and standoffish. What's troubling her. Raquel wants to earn her cousin's trust, but how? A dolphin discovery, an ancestor's diary, and a pickleball tournament bring the girls closer. Sloan admits that a letter from her birthmother has left her wondering where she belongs. Raquel assures her that family isn't just about history or blood--it's about love, loyalty, and showing up for one another.--
Agent Stitch: A Study in Slime by Steve Behling
Agent Stitch: A Study in Slime
by Steve Behling

Stitch is good at sniffing out a lot of things ... including trouble! After the events of Lilo and Stitch, paranormal mysteries start popping up across the globe. The United Galactic Federation reluctantly assigns the only alien they know up for the task: Experiment 626. Now, Agent Stitch and his friends are sent off to Paris to uncover the disappearance of one of the federations best operatives, Cobra Bubbles, and rumors of a snail-like aliens known as Snailiens spotted in the city--
Secret Agents of Honor: Bold Spies of World War II by Matthew K. Manning
Secret Agents of Honor: Bold Spies of World War II
by Matthew K. Manning

A dynamic, hi-lo graphic novel featuring three stories about the most fearless spies of World War II, including Juan Pujol Garcia, Josephine Baker, and Morris Moe Berg.
Nisei Soldiers: Elite Fighting Force of World War II by Debbi Michiko Florence
Nisei Soldiers: Elite Fighting Force of World War II
by Debbi Michiko Florence

A graphic novel about the Nisei soldiers, Japanese Americans who fought heroically for the United States during World War II while their families were imprisoned in camps.
Can You Escape a Haunted Theater?: An Interactive Paranormal Adventure by Megan Cooley Peterson
Can You Escape a Haunted Theater?: An Interactive Paranormal Adventure
by Megan Cooley Peterson

The reader chooses their own path through allegedly haunted theaters, facing spooky encounters and paranormal problems.
Divya's Supersecret Plan by Sita Jit
Divya's Supersecret Plan
by Sita Jit

After feeling like the adults in her family are ignoring her, Divya makes a plan to make her favorite treat, ladoo, all by herself in order to prove she is capable and responsible.
Suki the Sea Dragon by Melody Lockhart
Suki the Sea Dragon
by Melody Lockhart

Kat and Rosie are investigating what is scaring the loveable singing starfish and peanut butter and jellyfish at Looking Glass Lake. Meanwhile, Kat learns she might have dyslexia, and she's worried about falling behind at school. Can Suki, a magical sea dragon, help Kat and Rosie discover the truth behind the supposed monster? And how will this adventure help Kat to bring her confidence back?
Pickleball Problems by Jake Maddox
Pickleball Problems
by Jake Maddox

When Ada discovers pickleball at sports camp, she wants to learn more. But her sister has asked her to work on tennis so they can play together. What sport will Ada choose to focus on?
Murray the Pirate by Adam Stower
Murray the Pirate
by Adam Stower

Escape through the magic cat flap and join your new favorite cat and bunny duo as they face off against a grumpy pirate captain, uncover a secret treasure map, and attempt to escape MONSTER ISLAND. Readers of Bad Guys will giggle their way through this illustrated and purr-fectly charming chapter book series. Murray is a cat. He loves naps and blankets and snacks. Bun is a bunny. He loves...EVERYTHING! They have a magic cat flap. Sometimes it leads to the garden, but mostly it leads to...ADVENTURE! When Murray and Bun travel through the cat flap, they find themselves in a land of PIRATES! It's high stakes on the high seas when Murray and Bun are kidnapped by the dreaded pirate Captain Patch. And once they discover a secret map that takes them to MONSTER ISLAND, it's up to Murray and Bun to dig up the buried treasure--or risk walking the plank. Award-winning author-illustrator Adam Stower sails straight into hijinks in this humorous illustrated series. And don't miss the bonus content that includes a postcard from Murray, Murray's Family Album, and much more! Hilarious ... A joy to read whatever your age - David Walliams

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