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It's 1920s Chicago-the guns-and-gangster era of Al Capone-and it's unusual for a girl to be selling the Tribune on the street corner. But ten-year-old Isabel Feeney is unusual . . . unusually obsessed with being a news reporter. She can't believe her luck when she stumbles not only into a real-live murder scene, but also into her hero, the famous journalist Maude Collier. The story of how the smart, curious, loyal Isabel fights to defend the honor...
2) The Mirror
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Themes: Vanity, Conflicts, Curses, Magic, Siblings, Friendship. Grace and Kimberly can't wait to get to high school next year, but they're ready to look the part right now. The girls purchase an ornate mirror at Vintage Rose that they love to use for practicing their makeup. But will the mirror help them perfect their mature looks, or will it lead them to much more than they bargained for? In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep...
3) Lit
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Themes: Bullying, Financial Struggles, Family Struggles, Caring for Others, Fire, Magic. Danny is known as the bully of Scarecrow Middle School, but there is more to his story. With no friends, life can be hard. When Danny makes a discovery that brings him to a turning point, will it improve his situation or make everything worse? In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering mysterious and sometimes magical objects at the...
4) Bird of Prey
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Themes: Animals, Pets, Curses, Magic, Mind Control. Kendra's heart is still healing from the passing of her cherished pet. But while visiting Vintage Rose, she is drawn to a beautiful bird at the shop. Could this be a new beloved pet for Kendra, or will she come to regret taking it home? In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering mysterious and sometimes magical objects at the Vintage Rose Antique Shop. When they take...
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Themes: Mean Girls, Arrogance, Selfishness, Social Media, History, Helping Others, Kindness, Zombies, Mystery. Heather and Sasha need a good idea for their history project. After a mailbox at Vintage Rose catches their interest, they discover a mysterious letter inside. Have the girls found what they need for their project, or are they about to encounter something they never saw coming? In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering...
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Themes: Family Relations, Mourning a Loss, Friendship, Financial Struggles, Magic, Mystery, Terminal Illness. Sarah thinks she has stumbled upon a treasure when she takes home an antique photo booth from Vintage Rose. The booth seems to provide the perfect way for her and her friends to be part of their school carnival this year. But when the photo booth starts working strangely, Sarah wonders if it is really a gift or a curse. In the fictional town...
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Five full-length novels in the YA Small Town Secrets Series are together for the first time in this collection.**Welcome to Silver Canyon, where faith is tested and the truth is not what it seems.**Clean YA mysteries with a serving of suspense.Intent: In the ShadowsIntent: Deadly SecretsIntent: Return of EvilIntent: What No One KnewIntent: In A Coma
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• Eight-year-old twins turned private investigators are the main characters in this original and amusing series.
• The main character struggles with dyslexia but demonstrates various tricks throughout the story that she uses to work with her learning disability.
• The latest in the Lark Ba detective series, Lark Goes the Distance showcases teamwork and strategy, telling the truth, forgiveness and empathy.
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Tinker has rescued the people from their slavery to Mr. Topper and restored Beulah, but all is not well in Tinker Town. Who is the mysterious stranger, who is leaving notes under Mrs. O'Malley's door, and who is the traitor?Can Jayde and her friends solve the mystery and what will happen to the traitor?
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The pub called the Dugout is owned by 4 former baseball players and a former actor. someone has been stealing money from the club, someone desperate enough to kill them all to keep them from finding out. . one by one they fall. the a detective Matt Doyle is on the case. he has a ghost to deal with as he takes each step to finding the killer.
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One windy winter's morning, Fred Roll, Windy B's favourite baker, heard some bad news. Fred knew immediately that he would have to do something to help.
The local hospital would close unless the good people of Windy B could raise enough money to save it.
And if they failed? Would the brave baker risk everything and go on the dangerous search for the mysterious treasure chest hidden somewhere in Bumble Bay?
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A birthday party for two, sneaky parents, and smashed flowers?Spring is Afton King's favorite time of year. Not only because it's her birthday season, but because it's when all the flowers are in bloom. As an aspiring botanist, she gives love and dedication to her many flowers and plants. As excitement for Afton and her twin brother's birthday party builds, an unpleasant surprise comes to Afton. Her perfectly planted daffodils have disappeared! Upon...
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Uncle DJ, arguing brothers, and a missing pilot. Tyson is excited and a bit nervous. Gram and Gramps are flying to Texas to watch John at the National Science Expo but will stop at the local small airport to give their grandkids a ride in Gramp's plane. When they arrive, they are surprised to find that Gram and Gramps are missing. They will have to follow the clues of a scavenger hunt to find them. Tyson and John start off the scavenger hunt with...
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Discover the Mysteries Lurking in "The Haunted Hideout"
Embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of mystery and friendship with "The Haunted Hideout". Nestled in the seemingly quiet town, a new adventure unfolds as a curious group of friends stumbles upon an old house on Elm Street, igniting an unforgettable saga of discovery, courage, and otherworldly companionship.
The narrative begins with an Introduction that sets the stage for a story...
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A Collection Of Inspiring Lessons About Friendship, Kindness, Love And Respect Embark on a delightful journey of moral discovery with "Once Upon A Time: Stories With Moral Lessons," a captivating collection designed to enchant young minds and foster meaningful conversations between parents and children. This enchanting storybook transcends the ordinary, weaving tales that not only captivate but also impart valuable life lessons, making bedtime a cherished...
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A mystery smell, a moving friend, and a tired yoga student. Mom has signed Afton and Tyson up for a six-week kids yoga class. Afton is enthusiastic. Tyson is skeptical. The teacher challenges them to find a mystery smell. Afton feels that her botany skills can help! Meanwhile, Afton's best friend, Annie, is moving. It's just across town but she'll have to switch schools. Annie's strange behavior is beginning to concern her and she isn't sure how to...
17) Paint by Magic
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Something is terribly wrong with Connor's mom-she keeps slipping into bizarre trances. Connor suspects that the key to his mom's strange behavior is an old art book filled with paintings of a woman who looks exactly like her. But the artist who created those paintings died before his mom was evenborn.
Connor gets his chance to break the evil link between the past and the present when he is mysteriously whisked back in time to the 1920s. But can...
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What starts off as a fun family vacation at the seaside Devil's Purse Inn turns sinister when Viktor Sanglier finds a missing werewolf pup in his closet. With his famous monster detective father away on a case, Viktor takes matters into his own hands and tries to help the little werewolf. But things aren't as they appear in the Devil's Purse Inn, and soon Viktor finds himself and his entire family in deep, dark, dangerous trouble. With witches, ghosts,...
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Dylan and Emily are back in book #2 of this series. This time, someone stole the bases from the baseball field. Can they track down the culprit in time for practice? Dylan doesn't go anywhere without his detective kit, or his little sister, Emily. His trusty dog,Theodore, is always by his side, ready to lend a helping paw. In Detective Dylan and the Hunt for Home Plate the trio heads to the ball field for some practice, only to discover a puzzling...
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Harry Potter meets James Bond as Quentin joins a school for young spies and learns of a rogue organisation that threatens the world.Quentin joins a school for young spies and learns of a rogue organisation that threatens the world. After his estranged parents are declared traitors, Quentin James is whisked away from the only life he has known and placed within a school for young spies.Quentin's new life brings many new challenges and emotions as he...
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