Age 13

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 ...

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.

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!

An eighth grader dares to direct the school play. Can she handle her cast of peers? Aimi Wilby loves theater and writing. With the spring play coming up, the budding author is thrilled to be assigned as an assistant director. Diligent Aimi can’t believe it when her teacher abruptly quits, and she is chosen to write and direct the entire production. Aimi refuses to be deterred even when she loses her mentor, her cast members fight, the school administrators prove apathetic, and parents are constantly overbearing. However, what the intrepid teenager fears most is that she will disappoint ...

The New Girl - Books 7, 8 & 9 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. Ronnie causes so much trouble for Alexa that Casey decides it's time to intervene. Her confession leads to even more trouble, not just for Alexa, but Casey as well. Added to this is the rift in the twins' relationship. Will the girls manage to close the divide and regain the close connection they once had, or will their new neighbor ...

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 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...

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 ...

Girl Gang is the continuation of two of our best-selling series, Twins and The New Girl. Due to popular demand and endless requests from fans of the series, the story flows on with even more drama, romance, and surprises. In Book One - The Journey Continues, Ali, Casey, Alexa, and their friends are excited for their middle school graduation and the Junior Prom that will follow. Unfortunately, though, an unexpected incident spurred on by Ali leads to unforeseen circumstances that send everyone reeling. Ali isn’t prepared for the consequences of her actions, and the situation quickly ...

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 ...

In over her head this junior higher will not quit. Can she find a way to finish the production? Aimi Wilby is loyal to a fault when it comes to her friends, new and old. The administrators overload her. Her mentor abandons the project and leaves this eighth grader to ‘figure things out.' Even the lawyers try to shut her down. But, she will not let her cast members and her newest friend down. Aimi discovers that not all witches wear pointy hats and ride brooms. Her new friend asks Aimi to do the unthinkable, to go where she has never gone before. Aimi’s devotion is tested beyond what she...

After spending years in hiding, Lady Mariah’s destiny is coming for her. Lord Carnoff has sent men to scour the countryside searching for all eligible young maidens to fulfill the marriage edict. His real goal is to find the one the prophecy speaks of, the one with the mark. Lady Mariah has been told her entire life she is the chosen one who would save her people from the tyranny of Lord Carnoff. The prophecy says she will lead the people from war to peace, but how could that happen when she lives in seclusion? As Mariah and her cousin, Bridgett, are ripped from their hiding place in the ...

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.

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.

Life is getting more intense for both Sandy and Remmy. High School has added greater complexity to their lives resulting in some confusion about who they are, and what they really want. Relationships can be hard! And both girls have a number of directions they can take. The good news is that Bridget finally opens up to her friends, and now Remmy understands why she has been so dismissive and distant. The bad news is that Remmy is still confused about her feelings for Charlie and Nick, and Sandy is starting to notice some things about Tony that seem a little strange. As the semester comes to...

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.

The advent of science and technology has brought a lot of hope, and comfort to millions of people in the world today. We owe all the praise to our inventors who are daily putting their best to better our world. Guess what, African American inventors are not left out! Some of the most important inventions in history were created by these beautiful African American inventors. They have thoughtfully impacted the area of agriculture, engineering, transportation, and many more. These many ground breaking inventions of theirs, have created job opportunities and made work that can take hours to ...

Dreading having 'the talk' with your son? There's a solution... and it's one that gives him the control and independence he craves. Most people are aware of the fact that girls are hitting puberty at a younger age than they used to… But did you know that the same is true for boys? With girls, having ‘the talk’ to prepare them for what’s to come is (while by no means easy) at least centered around periods… But when it comes to boys, some of whom enter puberty much earlier than their parents were expecting, where do you begin? Teaching boys to understand what’s happening in their ...

What if you could code your dream crush? What if they came to life, and immediately broke the internet? Maya Bronski is a sixteen-year-old coding prodigy with a major crush on the school’s Vibe king. Eli Torres is her sarcastic, 3D-print-obsessed best friend with a hopeless thing for a cheerleader who doesn’t know he exists. Tired of being invisible in high school and striking out in love, they decide to hack the system, literally. Using rogue AI, hologram tech, and data pulled from the Vibe app (think TikTok’s chaotic older cousin), they code their “perfect” partners: Chloe and ...

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...