Middle Readers

"Peters writes with elegance, penning descriptions that breathe life into the narrative." - Publisher's Weekly Booklife Thirteen-year-old Wren has never even heard of a griffin. She lives in a locked school attic that's watched over by three overbearing caretakers dressed all in black. One day, while hanging precariously from a rooftop, Wren overhears some frightening news: she is the daughter of the evil Griffin King and is destined to wear his crown of dark magic. When a golden acorn is delivered into her hands by an anonymous benefactor, it comes with a note that simply says "For Wren". ...

Imagine if you were told where to live and work, that your country's leader was an all-powerful god, and that if a relative did something wrong, your whole family would be punished. That is life in North Korea. In our story, after tragedy steals 14-year-old Dae's parents away, he tries to escape to freedom. Experience the challenges and adventures through his eyes in this unforgettable story of hope.The Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. Asian/Pacific American Award for Children's Literature winner Ellie Crowe and bestselling children's author Scott Peters tell this ...

My name is Woody Davis and ever since I can remember, I’ve known I was a superhero. The problem was, I didn’t know exactly what my power was until a freak accident revealed I was a shapeshifter. Sounds awesome right? Well, sort of. Most of the time it's pretty amazing, but going from a normal 11-year-old to a superhero overnight isn’t easy. Let's just say I had to learn some hard lessons. As if that wasn't enough to deal with, I’d also started in a new school and was having a hard time fitting in. Middle School Shapeshifter is a funny adventure that's entertaining for kids, middle ...

Orphan-girl Hannah True battles strange happenings, suspicion, and angry villagers when her town believes it's under attack by witches. The Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. From bestselling author Scott Peters and Salem Witch whiz Juliet Fry comes a gripping retelling of the Salem Witch Trials for modern young readers. On a stormy night, young orphan Hannah is terrified to see witches’ fingers tapping at her bedroom window. Are they real or just a trick of the moon? The next morning, her best friend says a witch's spirit attacked her in the dark. Hannah is ...

A.J. and his friends are starting fourth grade. A new school year means a new teacher, and Miss Banks may be their weirdest one yet. She won’t stop playing practical jokes on the class, and A.J. has reached his breaking point. Will he and the gang learn to not fall for their teacher’s tricks? Or will Miss Banks prevail as the ultimate prankster?

Award-winning fantasy book (Reader's Favorite Book Award, Independent Book Publisher Award, and Literary Classics Book Award) in the six-part series Magora There is a world behind each painting! The second book in the fantasy series Magora takes the reader back to a world of magic and painting. In this thrilling adventure into the parallel world Magora, twelve-year-old Holly O’Flanigan must find a cure for her dying friend Ileana. With her friends Rufus, Brian, and Amanda in tow, she discovers along the way a surprising truth and solves the mystery of the disappearance of her unfriendly ...

Sunny Harper was born smiling. Not just grinning, beaming. Even while locked in her attic “sky lounge” by her cruel, jam-slinging parents, she found silver linings. Rotten chores? “Free cardio!” Parental insults? “Loud poetry!” Her sunshine wasn’t just contagious, it was magical. Thanks to her glowing Gratitude Jar and a mysterious locket humming with golden wisps, Sunny’s joy made Starbloom Hollow blossom. But when a flood sweeps in, a fire rages, and betrayal hits close to the heart, Sunny’s smile fades for the first time. Her orchard is ash, her hope is gone, and the ...

Mysteries, friendships, secrets—and one unforgettable school year. At Maple Creek Elementary, a group of clever and curious fourth graders form a detective club to solve the puzzles that baffle their school. They call themselves the Fourth Grade Sherlocks, and they’re ready for anything. From vanishing lunchboxes to cryptic notes, from ghostly whispers in the library to an art forgery downtown, no case is too strange or too small. Using logic, teamwork, and plenty of curiosity, the Sherlocks dive into each mystery with eyes open and pencils ready. Led by Erik, the group’s quick-...

Books are vanishing. Stories are being erased. And only one girl remembers they ever existed. When 13-year-old librianian-in-training Juniper Quill discovers that Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland has vanished, from every bookshelf, every brain, everywhere, she’s thrown into a secret war within the Library of Eternity: the mysterious place where all stories are born, catalogued… or destroyed. With her eccentric mentor Professor Cornelius Vellum (a disgraced scholar with a suspicious fondness for footnotes), a malfunctioning gadget called the StoryScope, and a frog in a pirate hat named...

Simone is a mind reader. She knows a great many things, but she can't seem to remember anything about her past. So when she gets the chance to search for her family, she sets off to finally find her home. When she stumbles across a man with two minds inside him - the real one, shoved deep down, and one of a body walker, someone who can take over a person's body against their will - Simone is even more eager to leave her old life behind.

This anthology contains five short stories previously published in READING for Christian Schools Grade 6 (Bob Jones University Press 1988), updated for a new generation of readers, with plenty of new illustrations. Black and White interior and a full-cover cover. “Val is For Valiant” - An ordinary boy has an extraordinary dream that changes his life. “The Monument” - A game of tag turns into a journey of discovery and danger “Brethren Nisei” - A white American boy watches his Japanese friends undergo persecution during the war “Antarctica” - Two brothers help their uncle ...

I’m a Christian, But I’m Struggling is a heartfelt companion for believers who love Jesus but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or spiritually tired. Whether you’re battling doubts, dealing with unanswered prayers, or simply worn out from trying so hard—this book meets you right where you are. Each chapter tackles a real-life struggle Christians face, offering compassionate insight, biblical truth, and practical steps forward. You’ll find: Honest encouragement for when faith feels hard A Scripture Toolbox to ground you in truth Weekly action steps to help you grow in grace Recommended ...

In this elegant dual narrative, Essie is a 13-year-old girl feeling glum about starting a new school after her professor dad takes a temporary teaching position in a different town. She has 110 days here and can't wait for them to end. Then she meets Ollie: delicate, blue eyes, short hair, easy smile. At first, Essie thinks she has a typical crush on a beautiful boy. But as her crush blossoms, she soon realizes that Ollie is not a boy or a girl, but gender nonbinary.

A Thrilling Dystopian Adventure with a Powerful Message In a world where books are banned, a group of young teens risk everything to uncover the truth. The Underground Book Readers: Secret Society takes young readers on an action-packed adventure where courage, faith, and the power of knowledge stand against tyranny. When Kahn, Jairus, Asher, Casey, and Leena form a secret society to save books, they discover a hidden history that could change everything. With thrilling twists, secret codes, and unwavering faith, this first book in the Underground Book Readers series will keep young readers...

Book 1: THE PARTY INVITATION! Middle school was supposed to be simple: survive classes, avoid humiliation, and maybe not trip over your own feet. But for eleven-year-old Avery, it’s more like a reality show called Surviving Middle School: Awkward Edition. With her besties Claire and Ellie dishing out constant warnings about her life choices, Avery is just trying to dodge gym class disasters, keep her locker shut, and avoid the cafeteria pizza (which might be alive). Then, the unthinkable happens—she gets invited to the birthday party. Not just any party, but Mackenzie Harper’s, the ...

In 1967, a 25-year-old refugee named Bashir Khairi travelled from the Palestinian hill town of Ramallah to Ramla, Israel, with a goal: to see the beloved stone house with the lemon tree in its backyard that he and his family had been forced to leave 19 years earlier. When he arrived, he was greeted by one of its new residents: Dalia Eshkenazi Landau, a 19-year-old Israeli college student whose family had fled Europe following the Holocaust. She had lived in that house since she was 11 months old.

In a quiet neighborhood where pizza deliveries are as normal as forgotten homework, twelve-year-old Max Murdock discovers something no kid ever expects—a mysterious, glowing pizza box that follows him home. But this is no ordinary takeout. Inside the box lies a swirling portal to a vast and wildly unpredictable universe made entirely of living toppings, sauce-powered machines, and crust-based civilizations. Joined by his hilarious best friend Logan, a fearless classmate named GraceMarie, and the cryptic clues left by a banished flavor genius, Max is recruited into Za & Beyond—an ancient...

After noticing that A.J. and his friends’ geography knowledge could use some work, Mr. Cooper invites to class just the person to help. Globetrotter Mrs. Barr speaks seven languages and has visited nearly 200 countries! But why does she carry a suitcasfe everywhere she goes? And why does she open a window whenever she walks into a room? Perhaps Mrs. Barr has something to hide!

In Canis Prime, dogs rule. Humans fetch. And 12-year-old border collie Rover wouldn’t have it any other way. As a top historian-in-training at Barkwell Academy, Rover dreams of discovering ancient truths, chewing big ideas, and maybe earning a medal for Most Responsible Use of a Squeaky Toy. But when a mysterious glowing bone-key leads him through a portal to a strange new realm called Earth, Rover is horrified to discover a world where humans are in charge… and dogs wear leashes. Enter Emma: a lonely, artistic girl with a big heart, a sketchbook full of strange ideas, and absolutely no...

Between Dark and Light: Books 1–5 (Standalone Horror Stories for Kids) Step into the shadowy world of Between Dark and Light, a chilling collection of five standalone middle-grade horror novels where eerie secrets, supernatural forces, and brave young heroes collide. From cursed houses that age children overnight to hidden labs beneath haunted canyons, each tale delivers hair-raising suspense, mystery, and just enough magic to keep readers flipping pages deep into the night. Inside this bundle, you’ll discover: The Old Person Curse – When twelve-year-old Azie starts aging overnight, ...