The Book Thief
Written by Markus Zusak
Format: Trade Paperback, 576 pages
On Sale: September 11, 2007
Price: $11.99
It’s just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery. . . .
Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusak’s groundbreaking new novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl...
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Oh, the Places You'll Go!
Written by Dr. Seuss
Format: Hardcover, 48 pages
On Sale: January 22, 1990
Price: $17.99
Illus. in full color. "Don't be fooled by the title of this seriocomic ode to success; it's not 'Climb Every Mountain,' kid version. All journeys face perils, whether from indecision, from loneliness, or worst of all, from too much waiting. Seuss' familiar pajama-clad hero is up to the challenge, and his...
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The Sorceress
Written by Michael Scott
Format: Hardcover, 512 pages
On Sale: May 26, 2009
Price: $17.99
Book Three in the New York Times
bestselling series.Nicholas Flamel's heart almost broke as he watched his beloved Paris crumble before him. The city was destroyed by Dee and Machiavelli, but Flamel played his own role in the destruction. Sophie and Josh Newman show every sign of being the twins of...
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The Giver
Written by Lois Lowry
Format: Paperback, 192 pages
On Sale: September 10, 2002
Price: $6.99
Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear of pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. When Jonas turns 12 he is singled out to receive special training from The Giver. The Giver alone holds the memories of...
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The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
Written by John Boyne
Format: Trade Paperback, 240 pages
On Sale: October 23, 2007
Price: $8.99
Berlin 1942
When Bruno returns home from school one day, he discovers that his belongings are being packed in crates. His father has received a promotion and the family must move from their home to a new house far far away, where there is no one to play with and nothing to...
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Magic Tree House #39: Dark Day in the Deep Sea
Written by Mary Pope Osborne
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
Format: Trade Paperback, 144 pages
On Sale: April 28, 2009
Price: $4.99
Take the plunge with Jack and Annie!
Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness—secrets they need if they're going to save Merlin. But when the Magic Tree House leads them to a tiny deserted island in the middle of the ocean, they’re not sure who needs help more—Merlin...
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Magic Tree House #1: Dinosaurs Before Dark
Written by Mary Pope Osborne
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
Format: Trade Paperback, 80 pages
On Sale: July 28, 1992
Price: $3.99
Illus. in black-and-white. "With an entertaining blend of fact, farce, and fantasy, Osborne tells the story of Jack and his sister, Annie, who take a trip in a magic tree house and land in a time 65 million years ago. They find dinosaurs and volcanoes and adventure. Veteran storyteller Osborne builds...
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Junie B., First Grader: Aloha-ha-ha!
Written by Barbara Park
Illustrated by Denise Brunkus
Format: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
On Sale: May 8, 2007
Price: $4.99
It’s a week in “Pair-o-Dice!”
Junie B. and her family are going on a vacation to Hawaii! And ha! Mr. Scary is giving Junie a real, actual camera to keep a photo journal of her trip! But taking good vacation pictures is not always easy. ’Cause what if your airplane is full...
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Brisingr
Inheritance, Book III
Written by Christopher Paolini
Format: Hardcover, 784 pages
On Sale: September 20, 2008
Price: $27.50
OATHS SWORN . . . loyalties tested . . . forces collide.
Following the colossal battle against the Empire’s warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound...
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Junie B., First Grader: Toothless Wonder
Written by Barbara Park
Illustrated by Denise Brunkus
Format: Trade Paperback, 96 pages
On Sale: August 12, 2003
Price: $4.99
Yikes . . . It’s a looth tooth!
One of Junie B. Jones’s top front teeth is loose! Only Junie B. is not that thrilled about this development. Because what if she looks like toothless Uncle Lou? And even worse . . . what’s all this tooth fairy business? Like, who is...
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