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Girl Gang - Book 2: The New Arrival The arrival of a new student at Croydon High throws chaos into the twins’ world. Along with schoolwork, new friends, and boy crushes, they are faced with many dilemmas. Ali tries to overcome past mistakes while a problem of huge proportions arises for Casey. She is at a loss for what to do and wonders if her relationship with Jake is in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Ronnie seeks recognition and a boyfriend of her own. Determined to succeed, she won't stop until she reaches her goal. Filled with drama, friendship issues, secrets, and romance, this is a story that...

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 ...

What if you lived in a house full of MONSTERS? The kids at school call him "Monster". Twelve-year-old Mo is the school bully - and darn proud of it. That's before he finds himself homeless and forced to move to the only place available: a building called Monster Manor. At first it's all cool. Giant apartment, creepy forest scenery, nice girl across the street. Then Mo meets the tenants and the shock hits harder than a drunken landlord: real monsters, everyone. Cyclops, dragon, fairies, werewolf - and a Minotaur maniac with a taste for tormenting Mo. Before you can spit, Mo goes from bully ...

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.

TWINS – Part Three: Books 7, 8, 9 & 10 This book continues the exciting story of Casey and Ali, two identical twins who were separated at birth and later reunited. Finally, many issues are resolved. But do the twins get the happiness they are hoping for? Or do circumstances cause Ali's life to take a different path? You will have to read to the very end to discover what is ahead in this wonderful series of books for girls. It is definitely a story that girls 9 - 12 and young teens are sure to enjoy! If you're looking for a series that you can't put down, then this is the one for you!

"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 ...

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 ...

In this suspenseful story, a boy named Aaron has been murdered. Everyone in Pinto River wonders who could have done such a horrible thing. Jeremy,Aaron's best friend, has a pretty good idea who committed the crime. But does he keep his mouth shut, or does he tell? Norm Lee's powerful narration leads listeners through this murder mystery.

Twins – Books 17, 18 & 19 Book 17: A New Dilemma Finally, the summer camp has come to an end, but instead of the fun finish that Casey was expecting, she is faced with more drama, thanks to the troublesome Madison. The impact of this follows Casey home where she struggles to restore her relationship with Jake. Just as she thinks she has found the answer, Ali receives a surprise phone call, and this throws the twins’ final week of summer into chaos. Book 18: Unforeseen Although Meg continues to wreak havoc, Casey regains some control, and it appears that things between her and Jake might...

Since she could remember, young Hannah Monroe has endured pain and struggles. Now, she's moved in with Aunt Loretta and her husband...After arriving, Hannah was delighted to just be a kid and hang out with her friend, Monet, steering clear of all the girl drama but griping about the mounds of homework and their annoying peers. One day darkness creeps in, securing its grip on her childhood innocence. At only twelve years old, Hannah wonders if she will ever find hope to overcome the darkest moments of her life. Will any one ever believe her? Will anyone even care?

Your kids will love "500 Fun Riddles for Smart Kids" because: ✓ It has 500 riddles and brain teasers of varying difficulty, just challenging enough to keep it fun without frustrating them. ✓ It is an excellent way to stimulate their minds and improve their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. It will also improve their concentration, strengthen their social and language skills, and boost their verbal fluency. ✓ It is 100% kids appropriate - Ideal for 8-12 years olds but can be enjoyed by anyone. ✓ It is a great tool to strengthen family bonds and spend quality ...

Twins: Books 20 and 21 Meg’s constant interference and troublemaking ways finally cause the twins to lash out. The confrontation is long overdue, and the girls don’t hold back. But Meg leaves a trail of destruction in her wake, and although harmony is restored when Meg departs, Casey still has other issues to face. The bulk of this story is told from Casey’s point of view. Will she be able to solve the problem with Liam and save her relationship with Jake? Or is all hope lost? In book 21, the finale of the series, our favorite twins are faced with new challenges. Once again, they are ...

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 ...

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 ...

“A light and fun read...gave me some of the warm and fuzzies you would expect from a holiday read.”—At Random CRUSHES UNDER THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Christmas is the time to fall in love and it helps when you have the perfect Secret Santa gift. Noelle, a hopeless romantic, knows her Secret Santa gifts just have to be given to her by her senior crush! And geeky Froggy is certain that Secret Santa is the perfect way to get the super-popular Celia to fall for him...except she thinks his Secret Santa gifts are from Jake, the school's resident bad boy, and starts to crush on him… GIFT MIX ...

Twins - Book 19: Double Trouble In this story, Casey finds herself in more trouble than ever. Not only does she have to deal with Meg, but an unexpected problem arises, causing further stress. In addition, is the issue of Ali's dad. Will he survive the car accident, and what injuries will he face? With Meg continually wreaking havoc, the drama escalates. And unfortunately, Meg has another surprise up her sleeve, one the twins are not at all prepared for. This is another great addition to the popular Twins series, a great book for girls 9-12 and beyond.

The New Girl - Book 14: The Unforeseen The drama spirals in this exciting addition when several unforeseen circumstances unfold. Both Ronnie and Holly find themselves facing dilemmas they hadn’t anticipated, while at the same time, Ali receives good news. Caught between two worlds, Tyler struggles to make a decision, and Alexa begins to fear the worst. She prays that her brother will eventually see through their mother’s lies. While Ali battles with her feelings for Mike, she receives a phone call that leaves her and Casey reeling. The twins warn Alexa about what’s ahead, but no one ...

Twins - Book 20: Harmony at Last Meg’s constant interference and troublemaking ways finally cause the twins to lash out. The confrontation is long overdue, and the girls don’t hold back. But Meg leaves a trail of destruction in her wake, and although harmony is restored when Meg departs, Casey still has other issues to face.The bulk of this story is told from Casey’s point of view. Will she be able to solve the problem with Liam and save her relationship with Jake? Or is all hope lost? You will have to read to the end to find out! It’s another great addition to the Twins series and ...

Twins – Book 11: Unexpected Due to popular demand, the Twins series continues on with more exciting adventures for our favorite twin girls, Casey and Ali. The school semester is coming to a close and summer is quickly approaching. Without any firm plans for the summer vacation, the girls are offered an opportunity that seems too good to refuse. Casey and Ali are extremely keen to take part and it appears that their friends, Brie and Jake are also very interested. However, there is one problem that gets in their way and the twins are faced with a major dilemma. As the story progresses, ...

Twins - Book 9: Connected is another exciting addition to the Twins series. In this book, Casey and her twin sister, Ali are faced with more challenging situations including the introduction of their mother’s new friend, Brad. Although the girls are desperate for their families to unite, will their plotting lead to the outcome they are hoping for? As well, the school leadership election is looming ahead and this creates another dilemma that the girls struggle to solve. Can they use their twin connection to help them through this crisis and will it be enough to prevent a rift in their ...