Age 13

Nothing about me was pretty. I had frizzy brown hair, I was too short, and the left side of my Face leaned so far to the left I could hardly see out of my left eye—like in those old cartoons when the characters are smacked with an anvil. Except mine never bounced back to normal. Yes, my Face, with a capital F, had its own name. No one would ever confuse Magnolia Holland with a supermodel—though she gets plenty of stares when she's in public. After years of homeschool to avoid bullying and ridicule from peers and strangers, Magnolia decides to take the plunge and enroll in Graceland High...

Transform your child’s social awkwardness into confidence and connection at each stage of their development.... It’s a no-brainer that you want the best for your kid, right? Love, care, and all those essential ingredients that create a fulfilling childhood? Check, check, and check! And yet, there seems to be a missing piece...a gap that needs to be filled. Your child is having a tough time connecting with others or struggling to make friends. They seem a tad uncomfortable in social situations and find it hard to express themselves or understand others.

Mark Sills, 16, found the car on Craigslist --the ad read RUNS GOOD -NO REVERSE. He buys the car and, along with his pal Fred, decides to fix it up, but he doesn't have much experience. Oh, Mark once oiled the chain on his bike and Fred added a quart of oil to his Dad's car, but that was about it. A car with no reverse soon finds Mark in trouble with his girlfriend, her mom and his school's Vice Principal. He finds some new friends too -- an ex-Marine junkyard owner and an old lady named Agnes. The title describes the car, and also the boys --and a girl named Karen.

The New Girl - Book 7: Backlash The roll-on effect of the skate park drama causes further problems for the twins and jeopardizes Ali’s chance to spend more time with Mike. Meanwhile, Alexa’s idea to prank Ronnie leads to a backlash she isn’t prepared for. Will Ali find a solution to her problem? And how does Alexa manage to cope with the dilemma she’s now faced with? This book is another drama-filled adventure that will keep you wondering what is going to happen next. A great book for girls 9 -12 and beyond.

If you loved Mean Girls and wanted to know what happened to Sydney...then this is the story for you. And you get the first 3 books in this amazing new series. Hope you enjoy this exciting story for girls aged 9-12. Okay, Sydney may have burnt her parents' house down, but it was an accident. In Book 1, Sydney is sent to boarding school. Yes, her parents were dumping her in a school in LA and returning to New York without her. Totally unfair! Sydney's privileged life is all about to change. In order to be accepted, Harper puts Sydney through 9 Rule Challenges. Will Sydney conquer the ...

"Clearlake is a fantastic children's-young teen's horror. I was hooked from the first page." — ★★★★★, Reader Review "The writing is vivid and engaging, making it feel like a thriller movie come to life. Trust me, you won't be able to put it down!" — ★★★★★, Reader Review "This book is so reminiscent of Neil Gaiman’s Ocean At The End of the Lane, and I adored it." — ★★★★★, Reader Review YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT THE CLEARLAKE INSTITUTE IS HIDING Thirteen-year-old Moon Rains battles a relentless and mysterious illness. In a desperate quest for a cure, her ...

“The greatest time-travel series I’ve ever read - the only one I’ve ever read, but still!” Pike didn’t sign up for this. And he would ignore it. Except his conscience won’t let him. All he wants . . . Is to finish his senior year. Like any normal kid. With a minimum of drama. But that would be way too simple. On a family vacation . . . A Perfect-Storm . . . And he discovers . . . He can Pick-and-Choose events . . . and Re-Set them. And when a present-day tragedy hits too close . . . Messing with the laws of the universe . . . becomes the diciest proposition of his life. ***** ...

Ask Charlie: Draw It, Write It, Become It — The Educator’s Companion A Creative Teaching Guide for Inspiring Young Authors (Ages 10–13) Bring imagination to life in your classroom, homeschool, or mentoring sessions with this practical and heart-centered companion to the beloved Ask Charlie: Draw It, Write It, Become It youth workbook. This guide is designed for educators, mentors, parents, and creative facilitators who want to nurture storytelling, emotional awareness, and self-expression in young creators. Each chapter aligns directly with the student workbook and includes: Clear ...

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The New Girl – Book 6: Aftermath... Alexa and the twins are dismayed to discover their plan to prank Ronnie has backfired. Casey, however, takes matters into her own hands in the hope of turning things around. Will she succeed, and will the girls get the outcome they have been striving for? Meanwhile, Ali’s friendship with Mike takes a different path. Just when everything seems to be working out, a whole new debacle unfolds, and the twins and their new neighbor are faced with consequences of epic proportions. What will be the aftermath of their decisions, and how will they manage to ...

I need to fit in at this new school. The resident bad boy seems to think I can help him with something. Maybe he can help me too. The bullies at my last school made my life a misery. Not any more. I just want to fit in, blend in even, but I need to be noticed to do that.If I help Liam, he said he can make me popular. Little did I know that I'd be on the radar for the resident mean girls. Oh, and did I forget to mention that I'm falling for him when my new best friend is in love with him? Now, I'm faced with choosing between friendship and a guy. If you're a fan of bad boys, fake ...

Action, adventure, and suspense collide in this swashbuckling tale of pirates, sea monsters, and curses! Perfect for young readers! Summer has arrived at the North Pole, and Santa’s castle is humming in excitement for the upcoming Midsummer Festival. But Leo’s dreams of rest and relaxation are quickly cut short when a new mission falls in his lap. A faraway land called the Emerald Realm has been devastated by a terrible curse. Leo must travel to this land of pirates and tropical wonders and find a way to break the curse. Join Leo the Elf on this exciting adventure where danger lurks ...

What happens to Saphire? Is Carnoff dead or alive? Will they find Lord Colton? Overthrowing Carnoff’s castle was only the beginning of the challenges for Lady Mariah and Lord Stone. They must now deal with the devastating effects of forced marriages, corruption, and the destruction brought on by war. Lady Mariah and Lord Stone’s love is not enough to bring peace to the lands that have been ravaged by war. Redemption’s price may cost them everything. Extending trust is difficult when people are divided, and loyalties are challenged. Mariah and Stone will learn that not every heart ...

Books for Girls 9-12: Twins Book 2: Caught Out! This story continues the exciting and suspenseful drama of two look-alike girls who have discovered the life-changing secret their parents have hidden from them since birth. They decide to use their newfound knowledge to have some fun while at camp, but unexpected consequences unfold. Will the pair be caught out, or will they manage to keep their secret intact? When Jake Hanley, the very cute boy from school, shows an interest in both girls, things become even more complicated. You will love the continuation of this wonderful series. It ...

Twins - Book 13: Camp Problems The drama escalates in this new addition to the Twins series. Casey is not the only one forced to deal with Madison, the girl who insists on taking over. Madison soon causes trouble for Ali, Brie, and the other campers as well. Madison's annoying behavior even leads to a near disaster of the worst kind. Casey, however, manages to battle through and soon develops a newfound confidence that leads to unexpected circumstances, something that no one ever anticipated, especially her twin sister, Ali. This book will surprise you with some plot twists that you may ...

TWINS - Book 8: THE PLAN This book continues the story of Casey and Ali and their desperate need to become a real family. When they devise an idea that they think will work, they must take every step necessary to ensure success. But when faced with new challenges along the way, they find themselves immersed in a whole new dilemma that they are unsure how to avoid or escape from. This wonderful journey is a tale that girls 9 - 12 as well as girls of all ages will definitely enjoy.

In the heart of the Australian outback, where red dirt meets endless sky, thirteen-year-old Tommy Archer and his blue heeler, Lizzy, are no strangers to the wild. But when a mysterious invitation summons them to the European Working Dog Expo in Paris, their lives are thrust into a whirlwind of adventure, danger, and ancient secrets. From the fire-scorched paddocks of their station to the glittering arenas of Paris, Tommy, Lizzy, and her chaotic pups, Boomer and Tilly, uncover a legacy that stretches back centuries - a bloodline of guardian dogs, woven into the very fabric of history. As ...

Emily feels left out by her group of friends at school, but her world is turned upside down when she befriends newcomer Brianna. Soon, Emily notices that Brianna has magical powers and doesn't hesitate to use them to manipulate those around her, for better or for worse. Will Emily succumb to the lure of popularity and black magic by siding with her new best friend? Or will she decide to stay true to herself, even if it means losing her friendships? An urban fantasy novel set in high school filled with magic that captivates teenage girls who dream of finally finding their place in the world.

Grab your magnifying glass and curl up on the couch! You're about to enter the mysterious and action-packed world of the North Hollywood Detective Club. A world of secret staircases, dangerous double-crosses, and graveyards at midnight, cloaked in mist and concealing hidden treasure. A page-turning world of teenage detectives uncovering clues and matching wits with blond blackmailers, cunning counterfeiters, and fifteen-year-old femme fatales. Together for the first time in one volume, here are Books 1 & 2 of this mystery and adventure series for teens and tweens: The Case of the Hollywood ...

Why Boys Don’t Listen to Their Mothers reveals eye-opening principles and techniques designed to train adults on the best ways to manage, guide, and treat boys with behavioral problems. It does not disappoint as the content is filled with step-by-step instructions, stories, examples, and scenarios to help you get the results you’ve been searching for.