Have you ever wondered if you were alone or felt that way? Caroline L. Thornton offers reassurance that you are not alone in The Road that Weaves and Bends. This tale helps children face the changes that occur in their daily lives. As we journey...

Being a kid can be rough, but it can also be a beautiful time of exploration and self-discovery. The Legendary Mo Seto by A.Y. Chan chronicles the adventures of charming 12-year-old Modesty Seto. Mo is passionate about taekwondo and idolizes Cody Kwok, a martial arts...

Birdie and her father moved to Fenske Lake in Minnesota to start a new chapter in their lives in Ember of the Woods by Christene Kamberis. Upon arriving at their cabin, they realized it wasn't what they had expected, and Birdie was devastated. She missed...

How do you help athletic children with lots of energy but not enough sportsmanship? Scott Charles explores the options in The Breaking Game. Rebecca is 12 years old and loves to play soccer. She tends to get extremely aggressive and over-competitive, especially when she thinks she...

Carers vs Crooks written by Chip Colquhoun and Pauline Cordiner, and illustrated by Korky Paul, consists of two short stories aimed at young children. The stories, based on Scottish and Colombian folk tales, are retold here by the authors. The first one follows Cauld Johnnie,...

Adam and Ava Are Not Taken by Betty Collier is a story with a compelling message for young children. It is about twin siblings, Adam and Ava. Being young is not always easy. Adam comforts his sister, Ava, and changes her skewed and incorrect outlook...

An Ode to Cleve is penned by author John Paul McKinney in the adventure, animals, and drama genres. It is intended for young independent readers. Readers are introduced to sixth grader Nicholas Tullamore, whose struggle with stuttering and relentless bullying has driven him to despair....

Hop on for a fantastical adventure with Michael Alan Fischer's The Puckford 7: Ice Hockey Adventure. In the snowy little town of Puckford Falls, every child dreams of winning the Puckford Cup Trophy. The Puckford 7, consisting of brothers Steve, Jamie, and Bobby Starr and...

Race to the Great Invention is an action-adventure sci-fi/fantasy novel for children. Written by Bronwen Butter Newcott, the story follows the adventures of sixth graders and best friends Tessa Hardy and Gus Tucker. While spying on their eccentric neighbor, Professor Argus Henchworth, and his yard,...

Sword and Mirror by Melissa McGehee is a captivating fantasy for children that follows the journey of Princess Moray in the Kingdom of Velis. In this kingdom, regardless of their background, children undergo ascension on their 10th birthday. During this event, they discover their unique...