Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies

Nana's Summer Surprise by Georgia Graham

2013-04-09T00:30:00-05:00

Nana's Summer Surprise
Written by Heather Hartt-Sussman
Illustrated by Georgia Graham

Hardcover, 32 pages | Tundra Books | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Emotions & Feelings; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $17.95 | 978-1-77049-324-7 (1-77049-324-7)

In this third book of related titles, our protagonist must face one more hurdle in accepting his Nana's new "family." Nana's new husband Bob has a grandaughter named Hortense. They were friends last summer - but over the winter she's changed and the tentative friendship they shared seems a thing of the past.

At the cottage again for a summer holiday, the protagonist is horrified to discover that Hortense is no longer likely to enjoy climbling trees and running around. She's grown tall, wears skirts, and pins pictures of rock stars on her wall. Nana has deemed it "inappropriate" for them to share a room. All seems lost, until the two manage to find something to work towards together: a surprise birthday party for Nana.

This charming picture book holds a valuable lesson about getting along by finding common ground.

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

2012-11-13T00:30:00-05:00

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

Trade Paperback, 256 pages | Ember | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Dating & Sex; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Sexual Abuse; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $8.99 | 978-0-375-87313-3 (0-375-87313-9)

Angelyn Stark has a secret.

One day, her neighbor and friend, Nathan, saw something happen. Something between Angelyn and her stepfather. Then he told his grandmother, who was always looking out for Angelyn, and it turned into a mess. But Nathan didn't know what he was talking about then, and he doesn't know now.

Three years later, Angelyn is in high school and she thinks she's getting along fine—but there's a young teacher who wants to help her. He says she has potential she isn't living up to. Nobody has ever cared this way about Angelyn, not since Nathan's grandmother, anyway. But what does Mr. Rossi really want from her? And once Angelyn starts falling for him, does she really care?

Winter Shadows by Margaret Buffie

2012-09-11T00:30:00-05:00

Winter Shadows
Written by Margaret Buffie

Trade Paperback, 336 pages | Tundra Books | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Historical | $11.95 | 978-1-77049-358-2 (1-77049-358-1)

It is the winter of 1856, and Beatrice Alexander has just returned from Upper Canada to her home on the Red River, in what is now Manitoba. Her father's new wife is threatened by Beatrice and is driving a wedge into the family.

Five generations later, in the same house, Christmas promises to be a miserable time. Cass's mother died of cancer and her father has remarried a woman with an attitude that's very hardto take. Miraculously, when Cass discovers the star brooch belonging to Beatrice, her visions lead her to Beatrice's diary. Is she really able to communicate with Beatrice across time, or is it all in her imagination?

Margaret Buffie's great skill as a storyteller creates a splendid, engaging novel that offers readers a rich combination of fine history, suspenseful shifts in time, and unforgettable characters.

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

2012-08-28T00:30:00-05:00

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Trade Paperback, 336 pages | Yearling | Juvenile Fiction - Horror & Ghost Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Boys & Men; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $6.99 | 978-0-375-87301-0 (0-375-87301-5)

Halloween is near, the one day of the year when the ghostly plane is close enough to the human plane to allow mischief and mayhem. But the ghosts who have their eye on Zack aren't thinking mischief, they are thinking murder.

In the fourth volume of Chris Grabenstein's popular Haunted Mysteries series, Zack must yet again do battle with malevolent spirits. And with perseverance and pluck, and the assistance of three dotty aunts, he must save his town from a 200-year-old threat.

Once again Chris Grabenstein proves his mastery of the frightening and funny tale. Young readers, especially reluctant ones, have been inspired to read by Grabenstein's quirky characters and deadly situations.

Dear George Clooney by Susin Nielsen

2012-04-10T00:30:00-05:00

Dear George Clooney Please Marry My Mom
Written by Susin Nielsen

Trade Paperback, 240 pages | Tundra Books | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Marriage & Divorce; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Family | $10.95 | 978-1-77049-295-0 (1-77049-295-X)

Violet's TV-director dad has traded a job in Vancouver for one in Los Angeles, their run-down house for a sleek ranch-style home complete with a pool, and, worst of all, Violet's mother for a trophy wife, a blonde actress named Jennica. Violet's younger sister reacts by bed-wetting, and her mother ping-pongs from one loser to another, searching for love. As for Violet, she gets angry in ways that are by turns infuriating, shocking, and hilarious.

When her mother takes up with the unfortunately named Dudley Wiener, Violet and her friend Phoebe decide that they need to take control. If Violet's mom can't pick a decent man herself, they will help her snag George Clooney.

In Dear George Clooney, Please Marry My Mom, Susin Nielsen has created a truly original protagonist in Violet and a brilliant new novel that will delight readers into rooting for her, even when she's at her worst.

From the Hardcover edition.

Lexie by Julia Denos

2012-03-27T00:30:00-05:00

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Trade Paperback, 208 pages | Yearling | Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Marriage & Divorce; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $5.99 | 978-0-375-85633-4 (0-375-85633-1)

Ten-year-old Lexie used to love going to the shore. For as long as she can remember, she's spent every summer there with her parents, eating hamburgers, swimming in the ocean, and combing the beach for treasure. This summer is going to be different though. Lexie's mom and daddy are divorced, and for the first time Mom won't be there. To make matters worse, Daddy has a surprise—his new girlfriend, Vicky, and her two sons are coming to stay with them for a week! Now Lexie has to share her house with perky Vicky, Vicky's moody teenage son Ben, and messy three-year-old Harris. The little beach house just doesn't seem big enough for so many people. Is there still room for Lexie?

In a voice that's sharp, funny, and sincere, Newbery Honor-winning author Audrey Couloumbis tells the story of a girl discovering that if you pay attention, sometimes you can find treasure in the most unlikely places.

Like Jake and Me by Mavis Jukes

2012-01-25T00:30:00-05:00

Like Jake and Me
Written by Mavis Jukes

eBook, 64 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Parents; Juvenile Fiction - Family | $6.99 | 978-0-307-80763-2 (0-307-80763-0)

Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."--(starred) School Library Journal.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

2011-11-08T00:30:00-05:00

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

eBook, 256 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Dating & Sex; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Sexual Abuse; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $8.99 | 978-0-375-89989-8 (0-375-89989-8)

Angelyn Stark has a secret.

One day, her neighbor and friend, Nathan, saw something happen. Something between Angelyn and her stepfather. Then he told his grandmother, who was always looking out for Angelyn, and it turned into a mess. But Nathan didn't know what he was talking about then, and he doesn't know now.

Three years later, Angelyn is in high school and she thinks she's getting along fine--but there's a young teacher who wants to help her. He says she has potential she isn't living up to. Nobody has ever cared this way about Angelyn, not since Nathan's grandmother, anyway. But what does Mr. Rossi really want from her? And once Angelyn starts falling for him, does she really care?

From the Hardcover edition.

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

2011-11-08T00:30:00-05:00

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

Hardcover Library Binding, 256 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Dating & Sex; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Sexual Abuse; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $19.99 | 978-0-375-96906-5 (0-375-96906-3)

Angelyn Stark has a secret.

One day, her neighbor and friend, Nathan, saw something happen. Something between Angelyn and her stepfather. Then he told his grandmother, who was always looking out for Angelyn, and it turned into a mess. But Nathan didn't know what he was talking about then, and he doesn't know now.

Three years later, Angelyn is in high school and she thinks she's getting along fine--but there's a young teacher who wants to help her. He says she has potential she isn't living up to. Nobody has ever cared this way about Angelyn, not since Nathan's grandmother, anyway. But what does Mr. Rossi really want from her? And once Angelyn starts falling for him, does she really care?

From the Hardcover edition.

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

2011-11-08T00:30:00-05:00

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

Hardcover, 256 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Dating & Sex; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Sexual Abuse; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $16.99 | 978-0-375-86906-8 (0-375-86906-9)

Angelyn Stark has a secret.

One day, her neighbor and friend, Nathan, saw something happen. Something between Angelyn and her stepfather. Then he told his grandmother, who was always looking out for Angelyn, and it turned into a mess. But Nathan didn't know what he was talking about then, and he doesn't know now.

Three years later, Angelyn is in high school and she thinks she's getting along fine--but there's a young teacher who wants to help her. He says she has potential she isn't living up to. Nobody has ever cared this way about Angelyn, not since Nathan's grandmother, anyway. But what does Mr. Rossi really want from her? And once Angelyn starts falling for him, does she really care?

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

Hardcover | Schwartz & Wade | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Fairy Tales & Folklore - Adaptations | $16.99 | 978-0-375-86691-3 (0-375-86691-4)

Once upon a time in Greece, fate left a young girl an orphan. Her stepmother was so hateful that she counted every drop of water the orphan drank! But with the help of Nature's blessings, the orphan was showered with gifts: brilliance from the Sun, beauty from the Moon, gracefulness from the Dawn—and even a tiny pair of blue shoes from the Sea. When the prince comes to visit their village, he only has eyes for the mysterious beauty. Children will love this fanciful folk retelling of the Cinderella story, accompanied by luminous watercolor illustrations by Giselle Potter.

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

eBook, 40 pages | Schwartz & Wade | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Fairy Tales & Folklore - Adaptations | $10.99 | 978-0-375-98500-3 (0-375-98500-X)

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

2011-10-11T00:30:00-05:00

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

Hardcover Library Binding, 40 pages | Schwartz & Wade | Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies; Juvenile Fiction - Fairy Tales & Folklore - Adaptations | $19.99 | 978-0-375-96691-0 (0-375-96691-9)

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

2011-08-23T00:30:00-05:00

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Hardcover, 336 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Horror & Ghost Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Boys & Men; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $16.99 | 978-0-375-86900-6 (0-375-86900-X)

Halloween is nearing, the one day of the year when the ghostly plane is close enough to the human plane to allow mischief and mayhem. But the ghosts who have their eye on Zack aren't thinking mischief, they are thinking murder.

In this fourth volume of Chris Grabenstein's popular Haunted Mysteries series, Zack must once again do battle with malevolent spirits. And with his usual pluck, and the assistance of three dotty aunts, he must save his town from a 200-year-old threat.

Once again Chris Grabenstein proves his mastery of the frightening and funny tale. Young readers, especially reluctant ones, have found an inspiration to read in Grabenstein's quirky characters and deadly situations.

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

2011-08-23T00:30:00-05:00

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

eBook, 336 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Horror & Ghost Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Boys & Men; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $6.99 | 978-0-375-89987-4 (0-375-89987-1)

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

2011-08-23T00:30:00-05:00

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Hardcover Library Binding, 336 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Horror & Ghost Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Boys & Men; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $19.99 | 978-0-375-96900-3 (0-375-96900-4)

The Smoky Corridor by Chris Grabenstein

2011-08-09T00:30:00-05:00

The Smoky Corridor A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Zack is about to start at his new school, and in addition to homework, school lunches, and bullies, Zack must also contend with a ruthless hit man seeking a lost treasure, a voodoo savvy ghost waiting to take possession of a new body, and a soul-sucking zombie in the basement. Suddenly homework doesn't seem so bad.

Once again Chris Grabenstein proves his mastery of the frightening and funny tale. Young readers, especially reluctant ones, have found an inspiration to read in Grabenstein's quirky characters and deadly situations.

Lexie by Julia Denos

2011-05-24T00:30:00-05:00

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Hardcover, 208 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Marriage & Divorce; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $15.99 | 978-0-375-85632-7 (0-375-85632-3)

Ten-year-old Lexie used to love going to the shore. For as long as she can remember, she's spent every summer there with her parents, eating hamburgers, swimming in the ocean, and combing the beach for treasure. This summer is going to be different though. Lexie's Mom and Daddy are divorced, and for the first time Mom won't be there. To make matters worse, Daddy has a surprise—his new girlfriend, Vicky, and her two sons are coming to stay with them for a week! Now Lexie has to share her house with perky Vicky, Vicky's moody teenage son Ben, and messy three-year-old Harris. The little beach house just doesn't seem big enough for so many people. Is there still room for Lexie?

In a voice that's sharp, funny, and sincere, Newbery Honor-winning author Audrey Couloumbis tells the story of a girl discovering that if you pay attention, sometimes you can find treasure in the most unlikely places.

Lexie by Julia Denos

2011-05-24T00:30:00-05:00

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

eBook, 144 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Marriage & Divorce; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $5.99 | 978-0-375-89322-3 (0-375-89322-9)

Ten-year-old Lexie used to love going to the shore. For as long as she can remember, she's spent every summer there with her parents, eating hamburgers, swimming in the ocean, and combing the beach for treasure. This summer is going to be different though. Lexie's Mom and Daddy are divorced, and for the first time Mom won't be there. To make matters worse, Daddy has a surprise—his new girlfriend, Vicky, and her two sons are coming to stay with them for a week! Now Lexie has to share her house with perky Vicky, Vicky's moody teenage son Ben, and messy three-year-old Harris. The little beach house just doesn't seem big enough for so many people. Is there still room for Lexie?

In a voice that's sharp, funny, and sincere, Newbery Honor-winning author Audrey Couloumbis tells the story of a girl discovering that if you pay attention, sometimes you can find treasure in the most unlikely places.

From the Hardcover edition.

Lexie by Julia Denos

2011-05-24T00:30:00-05:00

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Hardcover Library Binding, 208 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Marriage & Divorce; Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies | $18.99 | 978-0-375-95632-4 (0-375-95632-8)

Ten-year-old Lexie used to love going to the shore. For as long as she can remember, she's spent every summer there with her parents, eating hamburgers, swimming in the ocean, and combing the beach for treasure. This summer is going to be different though. Lexie's Mom and Daddy are divorced, and for the first time Mom won't be there. To make matters worse, Daddy has a surprise—his new girlfriend, Vicky, and her two sons are coming to stay with them for a week! Now Lexie has to share her house with perky Vicky, Vicky's moody teenage son Ben, and messy three-year-old Harris. The little beach house just doesn't seem big enough for so many people. Is there still room for Lexie?

In a voice that's sharp, funny, and sincere, Newbery Honor-winning author Audrey Couloumbis tells the story of a girl discovering that if you pay attention, sometimes you can find treasure in the most unlikely places.

From the Hardcover edition.

Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Family - Stepfamilies

Nana's Summer Surprise by Georgia Graham

Nana's Summer Surprise Written by Heather Hartt-Sussman Illustrated by Georgia Graham

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark Written by Catherine Atkins

Winter Shadows by Margaret Buffie

Winter Shadows Written by Margaret Buffie

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted MysteryWritten by Chris Grabenstein

Dear George Clooney by Susin Nielsen

Dear George Clooney Please Marry My MomWritten by Susin Nielsen

Lexie by Julia Denos

Lexie Written by Audrey Couloumbis Illustrated by Julia Denos

Like Jake and Me by Mavis Jukes

Like Jake and Me Written by Mavis Jukes

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark Written by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark Written by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark Written by Catherine Atkins

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from GreeceWritten by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from GreeceWritten by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Orphan by Giselle Potter

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from GreeceWritten by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted MysteryWritten by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted MysteryWritten by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted MysteryWritten by Chris Grabenstein

The Smoky Corridor by Chris Grabenstein

The Smoky Corridor A Haunted MysteryWritten by Chris Grabenstein

Lexie by Julia Denos

Lexie Written by Audrey Couloumbis Illustrated by Julia Denos

Lexie by Julia Denos

Lexie Written by Audrey Couloumbis Illustrated by Julia Denos

Lexie by Julia Denos

Lexie Written by Audrey Couloumbis Illustrated by Julia Denos

Nana's Summer Surprise
Written by Heather Hartt-Sussman
Illustrated by Georgia Graham

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

Winter Shadows
Written by Margaret Buffie

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Dear George Clooney Please Marry My Mom
Written by Susin Nielsen

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Like Jake and Me
Written by Mavis Jukes

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

The File on Angelyn Stark
Written by Catherine Atkins

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Orphan A Cinderella Story from Greece
Written by Anthony Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou
Illustrated by Giselle Potter

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

The Black Heart Crypt A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

The Smoky Corridor A Haunted Mystery
Written by Chris Grabenstein

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos

Lexie
Written by Audrey Couloumbis
Illustrated by Julia Denos