Andy Shane is NOT in Love
Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson
Illustrated by Abby Carter
Format: Trade Paperback, 64 pages
On Sale: December 8, 2009
Price: $4.99
When a new girl comes to Andy's school, a jealous Dolores thinks he's in love — but Andy's thoughts are on a companion of the four-legged kind.On the day Ms. Janice introduces Lark Alice Bell to the class, Dolores is proud to be the new girl's helper at recess. But Dolores...
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Grk and the Hot Dog Trail
Written by Joshua Doder
Format: Trade Paperback, 224 pages
On Sale: November 10, 2009
Price: $5.99
“A page-turning escapade for middle-grade readers.”—Kirkus Reviews
The Malts and the Raffifis are on holiday in New York City. But when a billion-dollar statue at the National Museum goes missing, the police need help catching the culprit. Escaping Mrs. Malt’s watchful eye, Tim and Grk take to the streets to follow...
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Grk Smells a Rat
Written by Joshua Doder
Format: Hardcover, 224 pages
On Sale: November 10, 2009
Price: $15.99
A perfect middle-grade adventure for the same fans as Alex Rider readers.Tim Malt; his parents; his dog, Grk; and his friends Natascha and Max Raffifi have just arrived in India. They are all set to see the famous sights and watch Max compete in a tennis tournament. But after meeting a...
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Night Lights
Written by Susan Gal
Format: Hardcover, 32 pages
On Sale: November 10, 2009
Price: $14.99
The night is full of lights in this warm bedtime story.Susan Gal tells the story of a child’s evening routine through all the different kinds of lights that shine in the night. From the porch light by the front door, to the firelight (and firefly light!) of a backyard cookout, and...
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The Patterson Puppies and the Rainy Day
Written by Leslie Patricelli
Illustrated by Leslie Patricelli
Format: Hardcover, 40 pages
On Sale: November 10, 2009
Price: $14.99
What better diversion for a rainy day? The cup of imagination overflows for a family of spirited pups in this comical picture book from Leslie Patricelli.It’s a rainy day, and the Patterson puppies have run out of things to do. If only it were sunny and warm, they could go to...
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Shampoodle
Written by Joan Holub
Illustrated by Tim Bowers
Format: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
On Sale: October 13, 2009
Price: $3.99
Reading with help It's picture day at the dog park. But before the first photo can be taken, an exuberant pack of pups needs a bit of grooming. So they’re off to Shampoodle, the local pet salon, where the eager dogs simply cannot sit still. And when some curious cats stop...
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Shampoodle
Written by Joan Holub
Illustrated by Tim Bowers
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 32 pages
On Sale: October 13, 2009
Price: $12.99
Reading with help It's picture day at the dog park. But before the first photo can be taken, an exuberant pack of pups needs a bit of grooming. So they’re off to Shampoodle, the local pet salon, where the eager dogs simply cannot sit still. And when some curious cats stop...
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Who Wants to Be a Poodle I Don't
Written by Lauren Child
Illustrated by Lauren Child
Format: Hardcover, 40 pages
On Sale: September 22, 2009
Price: $16.99
Lauren Child takes the lead with this wry and wooly tale of a pampered poodle who just wants to paddle in puddles — like REAL dogs do.Trixie Twinkle Toes lives in the lap of luxury, with every creature comfort a manicured paw away. Adored by the glamorous Mademoiselle Bruleé, the little...
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The Birthday Box
Written by Leslie Patricelli
Illustrated by Leslie Patricelli
Format: Board, 26 pages
On Sale: September 8, 2009
Price: $6.99
"Refreshing. . . . A perfect birthday book for a toddler!"
— School Library Journal
(starred review)What’s better than getting a brand-new toy as a birthday gift? Playing with the box it came in! Climb in for a flight across the ocean, a jaunt on a sailing ship, some sledding down a slippery...
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Notes from the Dog
Written by Gary Paulsen
Format: Hardcover, 144 pages
On Sale: July 28, 2009
Price: $15.99
“Sometimes having company is not all it’s cracked up to be.” Fifteen-year-old Finn is a loner, living with his dad and his amazing dog, Dylan. This summer he’s hoping for a job where he doesn’t have to talk to anyone except his pal Matthew. Then Johanna moves in next door. She’s...
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Notes from the Dog
Written by Gary Paulsen
Format: eBook, 176 pages
On Sale: July 28, 2009
Price: $6.99
“Sometimes having company is not all it’s cracked up to be.” Fifteen-year-old Finn is a loner, living with his dad and his amazing dog, Dylan. This summer he’s hoping for a job where he doesn’t have to talk to anyone except his pal Matthew. Then Johanna moves in next door. She’s...
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Notes from the Dog
Written by Gary Paulsen
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 144 pages
On Sale: July 28, 2009
Price: $18.99
“Sometimes having company is not all it’s cracked up to be.” Fifteen-year-old Finn is a loner, living with his dad and his amazing dog, Dylan. This summer he’s hoping for a job where he doesn’t have to talk to anyone except his pal Matthew. Then Johanna moves in next door. She’s...
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Stray
Written by Stacey Goldblatt
Format: Paperback, 288 pages
On Sale: July 14, 2009
Price: $6.99
“[Stray
] will attract readers who love dogs as well as a good first love story.”—Booklist
Sixteen-year-old Natalie Kaplan has a special talent: when she meets a person, she knows right away what kind of dog they’d be. Natalie herself resembles an Ibizan hound—quiet, playful, loyal, smart, and above all, obedient.
Just like...
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Stray
Written by Stacey Goldblatt
Format: eBook, 288 pages
On Sale: July 14, 2009
Price: $6.99
When 16-year-old Natalie Kaplan meets a new person, she knows right away what kind of dog they'd be. Natalie herself resembles an Ibizan hound—quiet, playful, loyal, smart, and above all, obedient. Actually, Natalie has been trained so well that sometimes she thinks her mother is secretly controlling her with a dog...
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Absolutely Lucy #3: Look at Lucy!
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell
Format: Trade Paperback, 112 pages
On Sale: June 23, 2009
Price: $4.99
Bobby is so proud of his puppy Lucy. She's a terrific friend, and a great dog. So when a local store has a pet contest, he happily enters Lucy in it. But it turns out the pet that wins the contest may be featured on TV—with its owner! Bobby is shy...
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Absolutely Lucy #3: Look at Lucy!
Written by Ilene Cooper
Read by Emma Bering
Illustrated by David Merrell
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 112 pages
On Sale: June 23, 2009
Price: $11.99
Bobby is so proud of his puppy Lucy. She's a terrific friend, and a great dog. So when a local store has a pet contest, he happily enters Lucy in it. But it turns out the pet that wins the contest may be featured on TV—with its owner! Bobby is shy...
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Itty Bitty
Written by Cece Bell
Illustrated by Cece Bell
Format: Hardcover, 32 pages
On Sale: June 9, 2009
Price: $9.99
For a teeny-tiny dog seeking a home in a daunting world, big hopes — and a bit of ingenuity — go a long way.Itty Bitty is a very, very tiny dog. But when he finds an enormous bone, he goes straight to work, gnawing out doors and windows and hollowing out...
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My Big Dog
Written by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel
Illustrated by Janet Stevens
Format: Trade Paperback
On Sale: June 9, 2009
Price: $6.99
A hilarious, bestselling cat-and-dog story returns as a Dragonfly paperback!
Merl the Cat's pampered life is turned upside down when a little golden retriever puppy moves into the house. Merl tells the story of how he tries his best to oust the newest member of
his household. Thwarted at every turn by...
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Grk and the Pelotti Gang
Written by Joshua Doder
Format: Trade Paperback, 208 pages
On Sale: May 12, 2009
Price: $5.99
“Pure adventure fun.”—Kirkus Reviews
Natascha and Max Raffifi, recently orphaned and new to England, are adjusting nicely to their new life. Anything’s better than being on the run. Especially being reunited with their little black-and-white dog named Grk and living with their friend Tim.
But one afternoon, Natascha sees a familiar name...
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Because of Winn-Dixie
Written by Kate DiCamillo
Format: Trade Paperback, 288 pages
On Sale: February 10, 2009
Price: $6.99
Kate DiCamillo’s beloved, best-selling debut novel is now available in a paperback digest edition.Kate DiCamillo’s fi rst published novel, like Winn-Dixie himself, immediately
proved to be a keeper — a New York Times bestseller, a Newbery Honor winner, the inspiration for a popular film, and most especially, a cherished classic that touches...
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Little Klein
Written by Anne Ylvisaker
Format: Trade Paperback, 192 pages
On Sale: February 10, 2009
Price: $6.99
"A lovely coming-of-age tale filled with humor and pathos and unexpected twists...The characters are quirky, eccentric, and lovable." — Kirkus ReviewsHarold "Little" Klein can’t seem to measure up. Surrounded by the "Bigs," his boisterous gang of older brothers, and the bustling, bighearted Mother Klein, Harold often feels little and left out...
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A Little Puppy
Written by Jane Feder
Illustrated by Amy Schwartz
Format: Board, 14 pages
On Sale: February 10, 2009
Price: $4.99
What toddler can resist a wiggly puppy? Here is a board book with the simplest of texts and fresh, beguiling illustrations.When a puppy sets out to explore the world outside, there’s a ball to be chased, a puddle to splash in, and maybe a little yawn too. Then it's time to...
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