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Before Dawn: Book 2 - Bad Blood In Lobo Cliff by Rod Martinez Before Dawn: Book 2 - Bad Blood In Lobo Cliff by Rod Martinez Feb. 08, 2012 $5.99 31021 words Sample 15%
Forth grade friends Alex, Marcie, Fabian and Dorian battle a newcomer to town who is bent on exposing the secret of their town - Lobo Cliff, Florida. It's a tale of good werewolves gone bad and someone's quest to rid the town of a bad element. The Lobo Friends come together to keep the curse and it's secret - safe.
The Keeper of Names by Anne McCourtie The Keeper of Names by Anne McCourtie Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 17609 words Sample 20%
In the village of Taotonga, the name given to a child holds the secret of its destiny. When a young girl called Little One is told her parents never received the vision of her true name, she sets out to find the mysterious Keeper of Names. However, Little One faces unexpected challenges on the mountain where the Keeper is said to reside. She must overcome them to learn her real name.
There's an Alligator in my Bed by BrokenSword There's an Alligator in my Bed by BrokenSword Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 18 words Sample 20%
Erik wants an alligator for a pet but his mom isn't so sure. Erik's imagination goes wild as he imagines what it would be like to have an alligator as a pet. A seriously fun romp for children of all ages. Illustrated.
Skippy by Elaine Shuel Skippy by Elaine Shuel Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 1769 words Sample 15%
Jenny loves her dog Skippy. She plays with him all the time. One day, due to circumstances, he is let out in the backyard and then is missing. Will Jenny find her beloved dog? This is a children's story but the adults I showed it to, told me they were practically in tears. Judge for yourself. I dedicate this story to my deceased dog Skippy. His picture is on the cover of this book.
Snowybright and the Eight Dwarfs by Neville Mills Snowybright and the Eight Dwarfs by Neville Mills Feb. 07, 2012 $1.99 14 words Sample 20%
In this contemporary fairy tale,the story of Snow White is re-told giving it an unusually inventive edge of humour and wit.Not only has Neville Mills re-invented a classic fairy story, but he also plays with words and numbers in order to entice kids into the joys of of both reading and simple calculations.It is beautifully and humorosly illustrated with many things to count and colors to identify.
Adventures Beyond the Solar System - Planetron and Me by Geoff Williams Adventures Beyond the Solar System - Planetron and Me by Geoff Williams Feb. 07, 2012 $2.49 7589 words Sample 15%
The faster-than-light sequel to the best-selling Adventures in the Solar System. Planetron, the remarkable transformer robot, and young Will, travel thousands of light years through the heart of our Milky Way galaxy. Exploding stars, black holes, neutron stars, even a planet that might be a future home for humans - are explored and explained in fun, clear terms, with full-color illustrations.
Raptor Quest by Bill Palmer Raptor Quest by Bill Palmer Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 10231 words Sample 20%
Two 11-year-old movie loving, filmmaking, troublemakers come into possession of a mysterious camera that seems to have magical powers and a mind of its own. The movies they make always get them in some kind of trouble but nothing like the trouble they cause while filming Raptor Quest, the first film of a planned trilogy about raptors on the rampage near North Hollywood, California.
The Ugly Little Tree by Donald Enz The Ugly Little Tree by Donald Enz Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 829 words Sample 25%
This is a short story with illustrations about a small tree being cut down as a Christmas tree. It was very small and not mature or filled out. Thus, it was considered "ugly."
The Amazing Maze of Chatsworth House by Tim Sutton The Amazing Maze of Chatsworth House by Tim Sutton Feb. 07, 2012 $3.99 1887 words Sample 20%
Freddy and his school friends go on a day trip to Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. Freddy gets split-up from the rest of the school party, and he mistakenly ventures into the amazing maze all on his own.... A lovely bedtime story for all ages that has been photographed, written and illustrated entirely by the Author.
Defenders of Nightstar by Shane Garvey Defenders of Nightstar by Shane Garvey Feb. 07, 2012 $2.99 12917 words Sample 15%
DEFENDERS OF NIGHTSTAR is a new young adult adventure. It focuses on three children - Tam, Cal and Molly - who must undertake a quest to find the ancient power of the Defenders, heroes who once saved the world of Nightstar from danger.
Rosa Parks's Magic Farm Adventures by UrbaneBooksPublishing Rosa Parks's Magic Farm Adventures by UrbaneBooksPublishing Feb. 06, 2012 $9.99 8175 words Sample 10%
Born Rosa Louise McCauley, she was the loving daughter of James and Leona McCauley, respectively a carpenter and a teacher. Rosa grew up on a farm in Level, Alabama. Her parents and she lived on the grandparents' farm. This book is a fictional account of Rosa McCauley's childhood on a large farm. It will tell you about the many adventures she used to go on with her pet dog Chester and pet goat...
Story Book by Frederick Billingsley Story Book by Frederick Billingsley Feb. 06, 2012 $7.00 8553 words Sample 20%
Story book is a collection of several short stories condensed into one book. Fiction stories of family, sports and friendship. Aimed at teens and per-teen readers. Parents can also enjoy reading them to their children. Non fiction informational articles of why kids are fat, and dog habits are included.
Moon Mission by Emma Gee Moon Mission by Emma Gee Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 1188 words Sample 50%
The Astronauts on the Space Station asked Alex the Little Astronaut to go on a special mission to the moon. Alex was proud to help the Astronauts. Join Alex on this very special mission to the moon!
Gypsy's Journey by Sherry McKnight Gypsy's Journey by Sherry McKnight Feb. 05, 2012 $1.99 14695 words Sample 20%
"What's happening? Help me!" The small white dog was blind and very scared when animal control officers captured her in an alley near the Kennedy Space Center. This tale about Fluff the Maltese and her adventures from birth to captivity is a great adult-to-child read packed with engaging storytelling and easy "how to" guidance for children to learn about dogs.
Mikie: A Family At Last by Mandy Sheridan Mikie: A Family At Last by Mandy Sheridan Feb. 05, 2012 $2.00 16618 words Sample 20%
This is the first in a series of books about a cat born on the streets; his mother realising that she can no longer care for her kittens, seeks out a human rescuer. As his sisters go to new homes Mikie is left behind until one day he is adopted. The first book tells how he meets the cat characters in his new family and in the small Scottish village where the action is set. Mikie also hears the
Jesus Will Catch A Cold by Manuel Casias Jesus Will Catch A Cold by Manuel Casias Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 2379 words Sample 20%
A small boy questions why Jesus is outside the church on Christmas Eve. He leads the pastor and the entire congregation outside the church and ends up bringing Jesus inside so he won't catch cold. Beautiful illustrations capture the spirit of this bi-lingual children's book.
Zynglar's Trouble with Galagazoos by JB Webb Zynglar's Trouble with Galagazoos by JB Webb Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 857 words Sample 25%
Zynglar is a martian who learns the importance of having a budget.
Verboden Voor Mensen by Tais Teng Verboden Voor Mensen by Tais Teng Feb. 04, 2012 $1.99 20082 words Sample 10%
Een mysterieuze zwarte handafdruk op een muur, vreemde sporen, slecht geschreven teksten waar letterlijk een luchtje aan zit... Hoed u voor de rioolkwabbels, die niet zo op nettigheid gesteld zijn!
Cows! by Martin Rothery Cows! by Martin Rothery Feb. 04, 2012 $3.15 37006 words Sample 10%
Cows are trying to take over the world! But how would these normally docile creatures do such a thing? Only Jimmy Tatley from Golthwaite and sheepdog companion Flossy can find out to stop them in time and save everyone from becoming bovine slaves. Of course, they get a little help on the way from some unusual characters, the Avians and those mysterious agents ‘The Masters’.
Action Annie: The Complete Omnibus by William Forde Action Annie: The Complete Omnibus by William Forde Feb. 04, 2012 $9.00 37441 words Sample 20%
This is a collection of all 12 'Action Annie' stories. Annie is an imaginative and very active seven-year-old whose mind and body is always on the go. She never seems to stop. Even as she sleeps, she is dreaming about the things she plans to do tomorrow. Annie is always thinking up new ideas and inventing things. There's a little bit of Annie in every child. Are you like Annie in any of her ways?
Ordinary Joe and the Mark of Four by Tony Pritchard Ordinary Joe and the Mark of Four by Tony Pritchard Feb. 04, 2012 $3.99 67706 words Sample 15%
Joe is the most ordinary boy on Earth. He lives a happy life with his Uncle and Aunt in the village of Cardenfield; playing X-box with his best friend Reece, and avoiding his hated “cousin” Kinga Sobanski. Unfortunately for Joe, all of that is about to change. On a snow smothered day, a week before Christmas, monsters arrive; giant bone Wytches and ferocious dragons, searching... for him!
Action Annie: Story Twelve - Annie's Bonfire by William Forde Action Annie: Story Twelve - Annie's Bonfire by William Forde Feb. 04, 2012 $1.59 3483 words Sample 20%
Bonfire Night is 400 years old. Along with other seasonal occasions, the special celebration of Bonfire Night in Great Britain is a highlight in the pleasure of a child who is old enough to appreciate it while being young enough to marvel at it. Follow Annie as she makes her own Bonfire and Guy Fawkes, but then becomes attached to Guy and doesn’t want to see him burn on top of the fire.
Action Annie: Story Eleven: Annie's Kite by William Forde Action Annie: Story Eleven: Annie's Kite by William Forde Feb. 04, 2012 $1.59 4528 words Sample 20%
When I was young, it was common practice for young boys and girls to make kites and then fly them in the park and playing fields. The history of kite flying goes back thousands of years, yet the dreams of all kite fliers remain the same today as they did 3,000 years ago; to loop the loop! Annie makes her first kite and tries to ‘loop the loop,’ but she experiences some set-backs along the way.
Artrobbery by Ellis Flipse Artrobbery by Ellis Flipse Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 6619 words Sample 20%
Jet finds a beautiful statue, she is overjoyed and hides it in her room. Later it turns out that it is part of an art collection, which earlier in the week had been stolen from a nearby museum. To make matters worse the statue is then stolen from her. What has her best friend to do with this and what does she do if the police comes to ask questions? 9 +
Fly Bats Fly by Winston Marshall Fly Bats Fly by Winston Marshall Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 914 words Sample 40%
This book is about a colony of different bats that had lived peacefully together until one big bat decided he don’t have to work to find food. He convinced the other big bats to join him in making all the other bats work for them. In the end,this was a decision they wished they had never made.
Action Annie: Story Ten - Annie and the Magician by William Forde Action Annie: Story Ten - Annie and the Magician by William Forde Feb. 03, 2012 $1.59 4340 words Sample 20%
The world of every growing child is filled with the ‘magic’ of their wonderful innocence and the extent of their vivid imagination. Follow Annie as she watches the Magician perform on stage and is enthralled by his ability to fascinate his audience. Annie becomes determined to also be a magician and tries to copy the on-stage magic of ‘The Magnificent Marvo,’with startling results. It’s magic!
Action Annie: Story Nine - Annie and the Bullfrog by William Forde Action Annie: Story Nine - Annie and the Bullfrog by William Forde Feb. 03, 2012 $1.59 3539 words Sample 20%
Annie is playing her violin one summer’s day in her garden when a bullfrog hops over her wall in search of water. The bullfrog makes a big mess in her house and garden. Annie becomes determined to catch this slippery creature that has the ability to jump over her head and make her look a fool as she chases it around and around. Find out if Annie is able to catch the bullfrog. Could you?
Action Annie: Story Eight - Annie's Seaside Surprise by William Forde Action Annie: Story Eight - Annie's Seaside Surprise by William Forde Feb. 03, 2012 $1.59 4393 words Sample 20%
When I was a child though, almost everyone who went on a yearly holiday went to the seaside for a week. Rich or poor, the children occupied their time paddling in the sea, building sandcastles with their buckets and spades, riding donkeys, flying kites and eating ice-cream cornets. This was Annie’s holiday experience. Has it been yours yet?
Thunderbirds & Warlocks - Serpent Deity Series - Edition 1 by Willow Fae von Wicken Thunderbirds & Warlocks - Serpent Deity Series - Edition 1 by Willow Fae von Wicken Feb. 03, 2012 $2.99 52365 words Sample 15%
13-year-old Lachlan Wulf was struck by lightening, and in disbelief, he met Ferus Altra, a Thunderbird Dragon. Then he was caught between a battle of the creature and a Warlock. Betrayed by dark secrets in his father’s past, Lachy discovered, he must either witness the extinction of the Majestic Dragon, or risk the destruction of his whole world, daring to defy his father, to set things right.
Action Annie: Story Seven - Annie's Music Box by William Forde Action Annie: Story Seven - Annie's Music Box by William Forde Feb. 03, 2012 $1.59 3699 words Sample 20%
A music box is there to play wonderful music. However beautiful the notes though, there is no sound as beautiful as the sound of a child’s happiness; no sun is as warm as a child’s smiley face, no song is as sweet as a child’s nursery rhyme, no touch is as satisfying as a child’s embrace, no entreaty is as coaxing as a child’s prayer and no celebration is as instant as a child’s innocent surprise.
Joe wants to be Famous by TotsPublishing Joe wants to be Famous by TotsPublishing Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 33 words Sample 20%
Joe is a bus that wants to be the best. When the Mayor comes to town, he will award the blue ribbon to the cleanest bus. What will Joe do to win the blue ribbon?
Percy the Angry Fire Engine by TotsPublishing Percy the Angry Fire Engine by TotsPublishing Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 33 words Sample 20%
Percy is a red fire engine with a very bad temper. When he is not selected for the Sunnydale annual parade, he gets angry with his friends! Now, no one wants to speak to Percy. Will Percy be able to get his friends back?
Priscilla the Great: Bring the Pain by Sybil Nelson Priscilla the Great: Bring the Pain by Sybil Nelson Feb. 02, 2012 $4.99 49899 words Sample 20%
If you think getting beat up by super-villains hurts, try falling in love!
Which Me Should I Be? by Melissa Robertson Which Me Should I Be? by Melissa Robertson Feb. 02, 2012 $1.75 244 words Sample 5%
This charming short story will help your small children discover a love for who they are. They'll learn that the best person they can be in "me"!
ARENA ONE: Slaverunners (Book #1 of the Survival Trilogy) by Morgan Rice ARENA ONE: Slaverunners (Book #1 of the Survival Trilogy) by Morgan Rice Feb. 02, 2012 $4.99 84509 words Sample 20%
“If you liked THE HUNGER GAMES, you will Love ARENA ONE.” --Allegra Skye, Bestselling author of Saved. From the #1 Bestselling author comes a post-apocalyptic, action-packed thriller featuring a 17 year old female protagonist who must fight for her life to save her sister from Arena One, the death stadium where there is only one rule: no one survives. Ever.
Charlie the Chimps Day Out by Tracy Arkell Charlie the Chimps Day Out by Tracy Arkell Feb. 02, 2012 $10.00 1864 words Sample 20%
This book is about a curious chimp that gets the idea to go off exploring by himself and finds out that listening to your family and friends is a good idea.
Charlie Gets Stuck by TotsPublishing Charlie Gets Stuck by TotsPublishing Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 31 words Sample 20%
Charlie the playful cat is playing with Phillipe the peacock when they face a mishap. What is the mishap? Will Charlie get home safely?
Prisoners of Castle X by Ellada Kazarina Prisoners of Castle X by Ellada Kazarina Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 34546 words Sample 20%
Когда Клим, Славик, Макс и Лина отправлялись в летний лагерь, они и представить не могли, что это путешествие вместо долгожданного отдыха принесет им массу невероятных приключений и самых сложных испытаний. Оказывается, детей хотят лишить самого дорогого, что у них есть! Станут ли герои книги частью коварного плана, в который втянуты не по своей воле?
The Adventures of Riley Raccoon by William Trelawny The Adventures of Riley Raccoon by William Trelawny Feb. 01, 2012 $0.99 15173 words Sample 19%
Young Riley Raccoon sets out on an adventure to save three havens in his forest, and forges an irreplaceable friendship along the way. Faced with impossible odds against fearsome predators, he learns the virtue of protecting and preserving what he loves in the world, no matter the cost.
The Stiff Brown Bear And The Lonely House by Ateldoora Nightmoon-Barnum The Stiff Brown Bear And The Lonely House by Ateldoora Nightmoon-Barnum Feb. 01, 2012 $2.75 31 words Sample 20%
A house that was once home to a family becomes empty. A forgotten bear is alone as well until a beautiful little boy comes bringing all his hopes and dreams. A beautiful little book about the real life adventures of a young boy and his bear. TONS OF BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS
Harold the Fire Breathing Mouse by Michael Zilinek Harold the Fire Breathing Mouse by Michael Zilinek Feb. 01, 2012 $1.99 2273 words Sample 20%
On a lonely night Harold comes across a fallen star and thinks its cheese. Its after eating this cosmic cheese that the real story begins.
Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook by Mark Smith Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook by Mark Smith Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 56072 words Sample 15%
Sir Nathan and the Quest for Queen Gobbledeegook is a silly fairy tale, written for ages 7 through 12, and for those young at heart.
Eillios: Warrior's Mark by Nicole Dobbs Eillios: Warrior's Mark by Nicole Dobbs Feb. 01, 2012 $4.44 81394 words Sample 15%
Welcome to Eillios, a kingdom that holds the power to open the dreams of its chosen Warriors as they enter an unknown realm. While the world sleeps, the Warriors and their surprising companions must fight to reunite the nation torn by betrayal. Though these two strangers bear the Warrior’s Mark, can they find the strength to fulfill their destiny? Or will the nation of Eillios be lost forever?
Pierre and the Broken Arm by James Radke Pierre and the Broken Arm by James Radke Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 3073 words Sample 20%
A 10 year old boy is in the Emergency Department waiting for the doctor to treat his broken arm. He is scared, confused and in pain. And he just wants to go home. Fortunately, a retired laboratory rat named Pierre is there to help the boy learn about his broken arm and why he needs a splint and a plaster cast.
Barking by Carol Mahar Barking by Carol Mahar Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 106 words Sample 10%
A little story about Charlie, a dog who barks at everything! For all ages.
Melancholy cat by Chris White Melancholy cat by Chris White Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 560 words Sample 20%
The next Annabelle & Robbie story in an ongoing series.
The Storyphant by Ann Hiemstra The Storyphant by Ann Hiemstra Feb. 01, 2012 $5.99 1254 words Sample 20%
Granny Storyphant, an old elephant matriarch, is the hero of this tale.
Killers against Kariba by Duncan Watt Killers against Kariba by Duncan Watt Jan. 31, 2012 $3.99 50713 words Sample 20%
This is the fifth of the Wallace Boys series. Here the Wallace brothers and their best friend, Muyunda, plan a quiet camping trip on Lake Kariba on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, but things turn a little hairy.
Legacy (Tri-Realms Saga, Book Three) by K.C. King Legacy (Tri-Realms Saga, Book Three) by K.C. King Jan. 31, 2012 $2.99 78867 words Sample 20%
“Had I not been so entranced by her, things might have turned out differently. My senses might have triggered more appropriate feelings of trepidation, and perhaps I could have prevented the treacherous act she would commit in the name of the mantle she craved. But I did not. And it was a grievous error for a mentor to make.”
Down On The Farm With Grand Ma and Grand Pa Clampy by Cheyene Lopez Down On The Farm With Grand Ma and Grand Pa Clampy by Cheyene Lopez Jan. 31, 2012 $13.99 2686 words Sample 5%
This book I write to the children, both boys and girls. I believe that all children of all ages will truly like this book..I give this to you from the heart. With this book you can use imaginations to wonders of fantasy.