CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Another enthusiastic embrace of silliness from Antarctica. (Picture book. 3-6)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"This unusual romantic mystery stands out. (author's note) (Historical fiction. 12 & up)"
When an inquisitive teen returns to her birthplace to meet her fiance, she uncovers a bizarre mystery surrounding her mother's grave, unleashing disturbing buried secrets.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Life proves as haunting as death in this well-crafted ghost story. (Paranormal romance. 14 & up)"
Teens overcome troubled lives through metaphysical and spiritual opportunities in this poetic sequel.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"It's something of a soapbox, but it's one of the few books for the audience that discusses the possibility of not practicing a religion. (Fiction. 9-12)"
A new classmate helps fifth-grader Quinn Andrews-Lee re-evaluate longtime friendships and stand up to a bully.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Hallelujah! A paranormal tale of angels that's not a romance, making it a novel that breaks the mold. (Paranormal fiction. 13 & up)"
For 13-year-old Jenna Samuels, things have been going really badly: She's pretty sure she's dying, her father has mysteriously abandoned the family, her mother is nearly catatonic with depression, and then her brother dies and becomes an "A-word."
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
Many adult readers will agree wholeheartedly with the title of this heartfelt paean to the Fab Four, but unfortunately, Krull and Brewer don't quite manage to offer enough evidence to effectively convey to children the Beatles' unique appeal and immense contributions to pop culture.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Occasional badness has never been so good. (Picture book. 3-6)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Plumb funny, fer sure. (Picture book. 3-8)"
Gadzooks! Cowpoke Clyde has talents galore, but he just can't corral that big ol' dirty Dawg into the washin' tub, and all Clyde's efforts lead to some mighty hilarious mischief in this cumulative tale set in the old West.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"This clever celebration of individuality delights. (Graphic fiction. 6-10)"
A sublime tale of two strange ducks who overcome the odds--pun completely intended--and become friends.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"The boy, his dog and bird rear back in wonder; readers will gape at the two enormous, whale-sized talents at work in this transfixing picture book. (Picture book. 2-6)"
Fogliano and Stead (And Then It's Spring, 2012) produce another tender, timid story about a boy, his animal friends (a basset hound and a bird) and practicing patience.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"It's a sensitive introduction to a difficult topic, but parents should be ready for difficult questions. (author's note, additional sources) (Informational picture book. 6-9)"
An understanding dad shows his daughter why it's best for their dog not to have puppies in this well-meaning, earnest story about pet overpopulation.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Children will enjoy the spirit of the chase (and an easily spotted black cat on each spread) in this pleasant introduction to courtship conventions. (Picture book. 3-6)"
When a girl sees a diamond ring fall through a hole in a man's jacket pocket, she catches it on a bounce and pulls her mom along city streets in an attempt to return it.
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