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Clean Clothes for Bobby Bear by Sara Dean Clean Clothes for Bobby Bear by Sara Dean Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 1840 words Sample 5%
Two young bears wander off in the woods to play, but while they are out, they are supposed to keep their clothes clean. (It's their mom's only rule.) The younger of the two, Bobby, just can't seem to follow that rule though, and his older sister Becky is worried they will be in trouble. So, the two set off to find a place for Bobby to clean up. It just so happens that a young boy lives near.
Royal Ferdinand by Don Ford Royal Ferdinand by Don Ford Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 1133 words Sample 5%
Friends come in all sizes, colors, and species. Children and those young at heart will enjoy this display of simple fun as we look into the lives of two very different characters, who we find in the end are not so different. This tale is really for the kid in all of us. A fun loving, carefree, and learning experience for children today.
Princess Sheeba by M.J. Croan Princess Sheeba by M.J. Croan Dec. 26, 2010 $3.99 22304 words Sample 5%
Born on an abandoned cattle station in the Australian outback, Sheeba, after surviving an opportunistic attack by a family of wild boar, is rescued from marauding buckaroos by Kaz The Wise One, a rather eccentric but well meaning kookaburra. Unable to care for the estranged dingo pup, Kaz with Sheeba dangling precariously from his beak takes her home to the more forgiving climate.
Santa's Help-purrs by Robyn Hucik Santa's Help-purrs by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 442 words Sample 5%
Move over elves! Meet Santa's new helpers: Mittens, Fuzzball, Ruby, Claude, and Harry The Runt. Santa's Help-purrs is a charming xmas story about a litter of kittens who end up becoming the best helpers Santa's ever had!
Romance in the Tropics by Robyn Hucik Romance in the Tropics by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 470 words Sample 5%
Meet a tropical fish by the name of Trepster Pagoon. He has it all in life, except love. Will he find true love? Or will he be alone on his lagoon forever....
Banyan Bear and the Legend of the Green Velvet Hat by Robyn Hucik Banyan Bear and the Legend of the Green Velvet Hat by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 920 words Sample 5%
Meet Banyan Bear. He has one dream in life and that is to be a storyteller when he grows up. But first he must learn the source of his own magic.
Hermit the Crab by Robyn Hucik Hermit the Crab by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 827 words Sample 5%
Hermit the Crab lives a life of quiet solitude! A little too quiet, though! We all need other people in our lives and Hermit has to learn this lesson the hard way...He has to be kidnapped to his own birthday party to see that others care about him.
The Boogie Man by Robyn Hucik The Boogie Man by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 796 words Sample 5%
"The Boogie Man" is about a dancing fool who teaches the town the power of Laughter!
Randy Raccoon by Robyn Hucik Randy Raccoon by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 968 words Sample 5%
Meet Randy Raccoon. He's a raccoon who's a dreamer and chases the moon in seach of his destiny. Along the way he finds friendship and learns some valuable lessons!
The Three Mice by Karen Lewis The Three Mice by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 567 words Sample 5%
The three mice were nice and cosy in their teapot home under the stairs. But one day all that changes and they find themselves on the way to the rubbish dump. Will they be saved in time?
The Masked Ball by Karen Lewis The Masked Ball by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 715 words Sample 5%
Rebecca the Raccoon is the winner for the best costume at the masked ball. But then something awful happens and she may be disqualified. Find out what it is.
Sunflowers for Christmas by Karen Lewis Sunflowers for Christmas by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 764 words Sample 5%
Sunflowers for Christmas? Who would want such a thing? How would you get them when it snows every year? Find out if Santa will bring Ben what he keeps asking for.
Spots by Karen Lewis Spots by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 746 words Sample 20%
Poppy is a dog that loves spots. Can she take her love too far?
Phoebe Fox by Karen Lewis Phoebe Fox by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 901 words Sample 5%
Nobody could pronounce Phoebe’s name. Nobody could spell it correctly either. Phoebe didn’t know what to do. Then her friend Bart the Badger came up with an idea.
Mandy the Lonely Dog by Karen Lewis Mandy the Lonely Dog by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 747 words Sample 5%
When the old school closed down, it left Mandy feeling lonely. She missed the children. Will there never be people around her again?
Queeny goes to a Tea Party by Karen Lewis Queeny goes to a Tea Party by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 740 words Sample 5%
Everything goes wrong on the way to the tea party. Will Queeny ever get there, or will she miss it?
Jacko the Giraffe by Karen Lewis Jacko the Giraffe by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 687 words Sample 5%
Meet Jacko. He's a giraffe that just seems to keep growing. He's growing so tall, he can't fit in the school. What will happen to Jacko? Will he find something to do?
Tina the Tiny Cat by Karen Lewis Tina the Tiny Cat by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 675 words Sample 5%
Tina is a tiny cat who doesn't like to get wet. One day she is needing to go to town but can't get accross the water. Several of her friends help her, will anyone succeed and get her to the other side without her getting wet?
The One-Legged Race by Karen Lewis The One-Legged Race by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 589 words Sample 5%
Phoebe the Fox is very excited. She has been waiting for the fair to come to town so she can compete in her favorite event-the race. When she gets there she finds out it has been changed this year. Now it's going to be a sack race!! Now what will she do?
The Monster at my Window by Karen Lewis The Monster at my Window by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 1238 words Sample 5%
Bang...bang...bang...bang...What was that? Something keeps banging on Ryan's window and waking him up. What can it be? A monster? Ryan is scared and tries several different ideas to catch the monster. Will he find out what it is?
Salty the Seagull by Karen Lewis Salty the Seagull by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 680 words Sample 5%
Meet Salty. He's a seagull that is bigger than the rest. He likes to find treasure around the beach. Because of his size and habit, the others tease him a lot. One day he finds the greatest treasure of all. Will he be treated differently now?
Morag and the Rainbow by Karen Lewis Morag and the Rainbow by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 638 words Sample 5%
Morag KNOWS she can catch a rainbow. She just has to keep on trying. Her friend Anna is tired of Morag always running off to look for rainbows. Will Anna help Morag find one?
Pip the Pigeon by Karen Lewis Pip the Pigeon by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 788 words Sample 5%
Pip is a small pigeon. He's smaller in size than the rest of his family. He takes longer to learn to fly than the rest. He eventually learns to fly and starts taking trips further from the nest. Once he ventures out, will he be offered the chance of a lifetime?
Around the World You Wander by Solstice Publishing Around the World You Wander by Solstice Publishing Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 970 words Sample 5%
If you wanted to say hello to everybody in the world, how many people would that be? And how many languages would you have to learn? You would have to learn at least 2,796 languages and say hello to 5,720,000,000 people! In this rhyming story- readers are invited to travel the world and say hello to many new friends in many new languages.
Dandy Lions by Robyn Hucik Dandy Lions by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 677 words Sample 5%
Introducing the Dandy Lions! Two lions who find the true meaning of love and happiness! "We all can feel Dandy And I'm not Lion If you're not happy yet Well, you've got to keep trying!"
Gilly and Fred by Solstice Publishing Gilly and Fred by Solstice Publishing Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 417 words Sample 5%
What happens when two natural enemies, a frog and a crocodile, form a friendship? Find out how Gilly and Fred make things work for them.
Danger at Baird's Den by Solstice Publishing Danger at Baird's Den by Solstice Publishing Dec. 26, 2010 $3.99 20441 words Sample 5%
Kate Baird planned to have a quiet, boring summer in her small town in the mountains of North Carolina, cleaning bathrooms in her family’s bed and breakfast, Baird’s Den. Her mother was laid up with a broken leg and Kate would have to help her out all summer.
Alinda of the Loch by Oonagh Pope Alinda of the Loch by Oonagh Pope Dec. 26, 2010 $4.95 19898 words Sample 15%
Alinda of the Loch is the story of a Scottish highland princess who is the daughter of the famous fabled character, Sleeping Beauty. Alinda has fallen victim to the revenge of the Shadow Fairy, but unlike her mother, the young princess will not be spared. Her challenge will be to survive in a future with only her dragon Nessie to comfort her, and keep her safe.
Bloated Goat by Manley Peterson Bloated Goat by Manley Peterson Dec. 25, 2010 $0.99 20520 words Sample 33%
When Granny Hammy finds Bloated Goat face down in her front yard's drainage ditch, her grandson Cocky Doodle thinks nothing of it. In fact, he says that’s just another normal day for his best friend. But when they discover that Bloated Goat has little black Xs for eyes and is even more bloated than normal, they realize it is much more serious. The journey begins...
Bugface by Anne deNize Bugface by Anne deNize Dec. 24, 2010 $0.99 7316 words Sample 20%
Joe's father has been missing for eleven months in an alternate reality. Joe goes after him, but can he defeat the evil Bugface in time and bring his father home? Suitable for 8-11 years.
Roger's Christmas Wish [a short holiday story] by Annie Reed Roger's Christmas Wish [a short holiday story] by Annie Reed Dec. 22, 2010 $0.99 4435 words Sample 50%
Life hasn't been the same for seven-year-old Roger since his grandmother moved in. First she took his room, and now she's about to ruin Christmas! Unless Roger catches Santa on Christmas Eve and makes one last wish, this will be the worst Christmas ever.
They’re Coming For You Box Set, Vol. 1-3: Scary Stories that Scream to be Read by O. Penn-Coughin They’re Coming For You Box Set, Vol. 1-3: Scary Stories that Scream to be Read by O. Penn-Coughin Dec. 22, 2010 $6.99 57903 words Sample 5%
In the tradition of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" by Alvin Schwartz, this ghoulish coffin box set trilogy will leave you screaming for more... or just screaming! Three times the thrills. Three times the chills. This ultimate terror pack contains 77 stories featuring a macabre mix of howls, humor, and horror. Warning: this book is not for wimps! Teddy Bear not included. Ages 9 and up.
El Jinete Murciélago y el Dorso del Más Allá by Anthony Barton El Jinete Murciélago y el Dorso del Más Allá by Anthony Barton Dec. 22, 2010 $0.99 6112 words Sample 50%
El Jinete Murciélago quiere ser un líder del escuadrón. Se ofrece de voluntario para montar su murciélago en la furiosa tempestad para una mision de rescate. ¿Que le espera en el dorso del Mas Allá? ¡Emociones de uñas mordidas!
They're Coming For You 3: Scary Stories that Scream to be Read... Thrice by O. Penn-Coughin They're Coming For You 3: Scary Stories that Scream to be Read... Thrice by O. Penn-Coughin Dec. 21, 2010 $2.99 18468 words Sample 10%
In the tradition of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" by Alvin Schwartz, "They're Coming For You 3: Scary Stories that Scream to be Read... Thrice" is a chilling collection of more than two dozen scary stories that will leave you screaming for more... or just screaming! This macabre mix of howls, humor, and horror is a must-have for anybody who loves to be scared.
The Latest, The Biggest And The Best by Mike Jones The Latest, The Biggest And The Best by Mike Jones Dec. 21, 2010 $1.49 1178 words Sample 40%
Children Story. This book is about a little girl who always got what she wanted. She wanted the latest, the biggest and the best. If she didn't get what she wanted, she would scream and scream until she got it. One Christmas the little girls parents told her that they would not be able to buy her the latest presents... well to find out what happens next you will have to read the story.
The Guardians, Keepers of the Magic (The Guardians Series) by J.A. Giunta The Guardians, Keepers of the Magic (The Guardians Series) by J.A. Giunta Dec. 20, 2010 $0.99 21874 words Sample 15%
The story of the Esrald family begins when patriarch Samuel, and the last Guardian of the Recipe, passes his obligation to his six children.
Big Bad Wolf by Julie Schronk Big Bad Wolf by Julie Schronk Dec. 20, 2010 $2.99 30725 words Sample 20%
He's BIG. He's BAD. He's got fangs. He might eat YOU! The Big Bad Wolf from fairy tale lore wants YOU to read HIS side of the story-that he's not so bad after all in this humorous re-telling of Red Riding Hood. Wolfy must rid Blackwood Forest of Red Riding Hood before she ruins it. He even enlists the aid of the Three Little Pigs-re-engineered here just for laughs. Will he be able to stop RED?
Hanna and Toby's Travel Adventures! Book 1: Ants in pants in Australia! by Kevin Peter Lee Hanna and Toby's Travel Adventures! Book 1: Ants in pants in Australia! by Kevin Peter Lee Dec. 19, 2010 $2.99 7104 words Sample 40%
ANTS IN PANTS IN AUSTRALIA is the first book of the popular series HANNA & TOBY'S TRAVEL ADVENTURES by Kevin Lee. Join Hanna and Toby on an exciting adventure to Australia where they learn how to help grow a habitat for the koalas. On the way they meet interesting people and animals. Wonderfully written, fun and educational. Ages: 5 - 12. Perfect for children who are ready for novels.
Bouncey the Elf and the Goblin Diamonds by Brian  Leo  Lee Bouncey the Elf and the Goblin Diamonds by Brian Leo Lee Dec. 19, 2010 $0.99 1985 words Sample 20%
Bouncey the Elf is lost in Fawn Wood. He meets a fierce wild animal. Trying to escape, he nearly bumps into the elves worst enemy, Goblins
Buttered Beetle Bugs by Laura Silverstein Buttered Beetle Bugs by Laura Silverstein Dec. 19, 2010 $1.00 4345 words Sample 25%
Childrens poetry and silly rhymes. Inspired by the writing of Shel Silverstein. I have created a fun little poetry book for young readers and their young at heart counterparts.
Alphabet Angel to the Rescue by Elisabeth Seiter Alphabet Angel to the Rescue by Elisabeth Seiter Dec. 18, 2010 $2.99 14179 words Sample 30%
This book is a series of short children’s stories with a different letter of the Alphabet emphasized in each story. Some of the words are challenging and a glossary is at the end of each story with simple definitions. We don’t often give our children enough credit for their ability to learn difficult words. This is a fun way of building their vocabulary.
Just Like Jonah Wail Tales by Cheryl Rogers Just Like Jonah Wail Tales by Cheryl Rogers Dec. 18, 2010 $2.99 11370 words Sample 20%
Encourage pre-teens and teens to get closer to God with this inspiring collection of stories featuring modern-day Jonah style characters. "Just Like Jonah Wail Tales" tells the somewhat exaggerated stories of kids who made bad choices and learned -- just like Jonah -- that there is a price to pay when you disobey.
Eddy the Lifeboat and the Seal Island Rescue by Brian  Leo  Lee Eddy the Lifeboat and the Seal Island Rescue by Brian Leo Lee Dec. 18, 2010 $0.99 1253 words Sample 20%
Eddy the Lifeboat is in trouble. He cannot find his way to Seal Island. He needs help. Fortunately, there is a friend nearby ready to guide him to Seal Island.
The Adventures of Paleta Man by Paul Ramirez The Adventures of Paleta Man by Paul Ramirez Dec. 17, 2010 $9.99 3183 words Sample 20%
The story of an ice cream man who becomes a superhero. Esteban Ruiz makes a living by selling ice cream. A good and hardworking man, he enjoys his job, especially when it brings him closer to Margarita Morales, the woman he loves. But being a modest man makes Esteban an easy target. He has been bullied, and becomes frustrated by his inability to defend himself. His fate suddenly changes.
Skipper the Kangaroo Has a Lucky Day by Brian  Leo  Lee Skipper the Kangaroo Has a Lucky Day by Brian Leo Lee Dec. 17, 2010 $0.99 1334 words Sample 20%
Trying to hide away from the blazing heat of the sun. Skipper has a fall that leads to a strange underground place......
Bouncey the Elf and the Treasure of Mirror Lake by Brian  Leo  Lee Bouncey the Elf and the Treasure of Mirror Lake by Brian Leo Lee Dec. 17, 2010 $0.99 2284 words Sample 20%
Bouncey the Elf wakes up to a strange sight outside his bedroom window. He agrees to go on a dangerous journey to Mirror Lake, near the Barren Mountains. He also has to avoid the Goblins, if he is to be successful
Bat Rider and the Lair of Hyou by Anthony Barton Bat Rider and the Lair of Hyou by Anthony Barton Dec. 16, 2010 $0.99 6571 words Sample 50%
Matthew John’s school is threatened. He must summon his bat riders and brave the leopard of Kanji. A rip-roaring escapade!
Totemic Haven - A gay Children's Book- by K.R. Columbus Totemic Haven - A gay Children's Book- by K.R. Columbus Dec. 15, 2010 $2.99 51688 words Sample 15%
Alex loves going to Camp Haven, but something goes wrong, his ex-boyfriend Mike vanishes during a storm. With his friends he sets out to find him only to discover that he is being held captive in another world. With the help of their totems they might have a chance to rescue Mike, but they must test their friendship,and discover the true nature of their souls.
Eddy the Lifeboat and the Lighthouse Keeper by Brian  Leo  Lee Eddy the Lifeboat and the Lighthouse Keeper by Brian Leo Lee Dec. 15, 2010 $0.99 1742 words Sample 20%
The friend of Bouncey the Elf, Eddy the Lifeboat, has to race through a storm to rescue an injured lighthouse keeper. He makes an unusual rescue on his way to the lighthouse.
El Jinete Murciélago y La Cueva de Oomba by Anthony Barton El Jinete Murciélago y La Cueva de Oomba by Anthony Barton Dec. 15, 2010 $0.99 5833 words Sample 50%
Juan Mateo quiere ser un jinete murciélago. ¿Si el encuentra la cueva en donde viven los murciélagos, se harán realidad sus sueños? ¿O el se va encontrar con Oomba el león? Agarrante suspenso.