Age 13

Books for Girls 9-12: TWINS - Book 1: Swapped This is the exciting and suspenseful story of twelve-year-old Casey, who unexpectedly finds herself face to face with a new girl named Ali Jackson, the latest addition to Casey's class at school. Usually, it was fun when someone new arrived. But not this time! When Casey realizes Ali looks exactly like her, she is not at all impressed. To make matters even worse, Casey's crush, a boy named Jake Hanley and the coolest boy in the grade, takes a sudden interest in Ali, and Casey becomes more annoyed than ever. "Who is she and why does she have my ...

Twins: Books 4, 5 & 6 Continued is the eventful story of Casey and Ali, identical twin sisters who have finally been reunited after their separation at birth. When their decision to swap places does not go according to plan, the girls are forced to face consequences beyond their control. Things start to become very complicated, and this is not at all what they had in mind. How will they deal with what lies in their path, and what unforeseen circumstances will their choices lead to? This is another captivating collection of stories that you are sure to enjoy. It is a great book for girls, ...

GIRL GANG- Book 13: Whirlwind The popular Girl Gang series continues on with even more excitement and drama. To begin with, Meg discovers her so-called friends can't be trusted, and when news of her issues at school surfaces, she finds herself more vulnerable than ever. Casey and Ali decide to take the matter into their own hands. However, their different approaches result in even more problems. Meanwhile, Holly finds herself in a dilemma of her own making, putting not only her relationship with Mike in jeopardy but also her place as lead singer of their band. When Ronnie's crush on Josh ...

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 ...

WHAT IF YOU COULD BE A DOCTOR AT FOURTEEN YEARS OLD? Connor Hansen officially became a doctor two days ago--along with all of his friends. They are child prodigies who were selected at just three years old to undergo intensive medical training as part of a groundbreaking new experiment called Kid Docs. While navigating his first days as an emergency room doctor, fourteen-year-old Connor will experience his first pangs of love (toward a fifteen-year-old obstetrician, Cassie), deal with his explosive older brother (a sixteen-year-old heart surgeon), and try to figure out why his friendship ...

Karr is a teenage boy like many others in the galaxy. He goes to school, helps his parents with the family business, likes speeders and droids. But Karr also has a secret: When he touches certain objects, he gets searing headaches and blacks out. And along with the pain sometimes come visions of people he doesn't know and places he's never been. Karr's parents worry that he's sick; his grandmother is convinced the visions come from the Force. But it's been years since anyone has heard from the last of the Jedi - Luke Skywalker. Are there any Jedi left to guide Karr?

All Pike wants to do is finish his senior year with a minimum of drama. But that would be way too simple. The first three Pike Gillette Time Travel books.

Twelve-year-old Priya Patel wants to disappear. Between school bullies mocking her Indian heritage and a viral meme that calls her “CurryGirl12,” Priya feels invisible, or worse, like a joke. But everything changes when she discovers her late grandmother’s magical sewing machine, which opens a portal to the Loominary, a world where enchanted fabrics stitched from Indian folklore can heal hearts and protect joy. Joined by tech genius Harper and shy artist Lila, Priya enters the Secret Seamstress Society, battling Rakshasa-like villains called Threadbreakers who unravel happiness across...

Can Aimi defeat a bigger competitor than teams sponsored by Silicon Valley's most powerful Internet behemoths? The teams boarded the Floating City to travel the world in search of hidden mythological relics that when found may open doors to new worlds for the winners. Aimi was defeated by her mentor in part one of this epic voyage. Has Aimi sacrificed her integrity to no avail? Can she make her way back to her team? If you like honest characters, beautiful twists, and Christian themes, then you’ll love father-daughter writing duo Bill & Mia Belew’s wonderful tale. Buy sixth-in-series, ...

At the age of twelve, under the Wind moon, Will is given a horse, a key, and a map, and sent alone into the Indian Nation to run a trading post as a bound boy. It is during this time that he grows into a man, learning, as he does, of the raw power it takes to create a life, to find a home. In a card game with a white Indian named Featherstone, Will wins–for a brief moment–a mysterious girl named Claire, and his passion and desire for her spans this novel.

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 ...

Girl Gang - Book 5: Turmoil Video footage of the fight in the school hall is posted online and quickly turns viral, provoking varied reaction from Casey’s friends and classmates. Meg tries to support Jake, hoping it’s her chance to take their relationship to the next level. When Casey is overheard sharing confidential information with Ali, a whole new saga unfolds, and the turmoil amongst the girls escalates. For Ronnie and Brooklyn, it is the ammunition they need, and they use it to their advantage. Meanwhile, Ronnie sees Brooklyn as the ultimate role model and willingly becomes her ...

A legend in three worlds, and the new kid on Earth. Indigo's only memories are of the past seven days. But that's the least of his worries. First, he needs to find Math class. He needs to stay out of trouble. And why in the world are his eyes changing color? Indigo tries his best to get through the first day of 7th grade without standing out. He attends his classes and manages to make a few friends. But back at home, he worries his mother hasn't been telling him the whole story. When strange occurences on a field trip have him questioning who he really is, Indigo begins digging a little ...

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 - Book 13: The Runaway When Alexa decides to run away, she is desperate for a safe place to stay. An unexpected opportunity arises, which she thinks is the solution she's looking for. However, further challenges lie in her path and she relies on the Jackson family for help. Meanwhile, Ali struggles to reconnect with Mike. Holly continues to interfere and Ali anticipates the worst. Discover what's in store for Alexa next and also what is ahead for Ali and Mike. This is another drama-filled book for girls that will keep you hooked right through until the end.

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...

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 ...

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!

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.

The New Girl - Book 2: A Whole New Dilemma The twins’ new neighbor, Alexa, is uncertain of her future, and she struggles to find her place in her new world. The twins decide to give Alexa a second chance, but due to an unexpected reaction from Casey, the situation spirals out of control. Caught up in Ronnie’s troublesome behavior, Alexa isn’t prepared for what eventuates. Will she be influenced by Ronnie? Or will she manage to stand her ground and make her own decisions as she had originally planned? And when confronted with a whole new dilemma, how will Alexa respond? You’ll have ...