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Twelve-year-old Gordy Stitser is one of the few people who knows the truth about the secret society of potion masters, because not only is Gordy's mom on the Board of Ruling Elixirists Worldwide (BREW), but she has also been training Gordy in the art of potion-making. Gordy is a natural, and every day he sneaks down to the basement lab to invent new potions using exotic ingredients like fire ant eggs, porcupine quills, and Bosnian tickling juice. One afternoon, Gordy receives a mysterious package containing an extremely rare potion known as "The Eternity Elixir."

Best-selling author Dan Gutman delights young listeners with the what-if appeal and gentle humor of his Baseball Card Adventures, featuring a time-travelling boy who loves baseball. When Stosh travels into the past to meet Roberto Clemente, a legendary ballplayer and a beloved humanitarian, he’s got only one goal - to warn Roberto not to get on the doomed plane that will end his life in a terrible crash.

Every night, Nico stares at the sky from his bedroom window, wondering who lights up the stars. One evening, a shimmering trail of stardust leads him to the clouds, where he meets the mysterious Star Painter—a gentle artist who colors the night with glowing constellations. As Nico helps mix the paints and place the stars, he learns that even the quietest hearts can create the brightest beauty. In the end, Nico finds his own way to shine—both in the sky and here on Earth.

Bernadette Crowley feels like she’s finally getting a handle on her diabetes diagnosis. At least, she can finally manage to not summon a demon every time she checks her blood sugar. But without her Grandma Orla, who disappeared into the demon dimension while protecting their family’s coven, even big wins don’t seem to matter as much. Frustrated that no one is trying hard enough to rescue Grandma Orla, Ber takes matters into her own hands, using her growing powers to try to reach the demon dimension.

What if a mirror only showed who you truly are on the inside? In this enchanting children's book , available in both English and Simplified Chinese, a vain prince encounters a magical mirror with a unique power: it only reflects one's true inner self. He's initially shocked by what he sees, but through a journey of self-discovery, he learns the vital lesson of humility. This inspiring story is a powerful reminder that real beauty comes from kindness and character, not just outward appearance.

In the quiet town of Silverhill, the stars don’t just sparkle—they whisper. Twelve-year-old Elara stumbles upon a secret sky above the hillside meadow, where shimmering stars murmur ancient stories, gentle wishes, and hidden truths. But only those with a kind and open heart can hear their soft voices. As Elara listens, she uncovers lost dreams, forgotten friendships, and a mystery that could change Silverhill forever. With the help of her loyal dog Bristle, a curious neighbor boy, and the guiding light of the stars, Elara learns that kindness is the key to unlocking the universe’s wonders.

Êtes-vous prêt pour une aventure magique au cœur d'un stade de foot ? Imaginez un monde où le terrain de football prend vie et une simple partie peut changer le cours de l'histoire !"COINCÉS DANS UN STADE DE FOOT" est un roman captivant qui entraîne les jeunes lecteurs dans une aventure fantastique pleine de mystères, d'amitié et de magie. Découvrez comment Léo et Jessica vont naviguer dans cet univers ensorcelé et en sortir transformés.

Alisa and the Heirs have no choice but to team up with their greatest enemy to face the crazed Van Helsing. It’s the only way to get Malcom, Joanne and their map back. They will have to come up with a plan of attack, but Van Helsing is setting a trap of his own. Inger helps Ivy to try and control her new discovered powers.

Twelve-year-old Takoda Schwartz, aka Koda, spends his days dodging bullies out to get him for his Native American heritage. One day, he touches a magic-loaded arrowhead on his family farm which lands him on his backside and gifts him with the ability to animate wooden objects. When a shape-shifting trickster god appears and knows far too much about Koda’s emerging powers, he opens Koda’s eyes to a real-life world of Native American mythology.

At the elite West Archer Academy, all the students are gifted, but four are exceptional. Though the Evers look twelve, they're actually centuries old, possessing knowledge and talents that make them extraordinary. And boarding school is the perfect cover for their brilliance—and their secret.

Dans le pays enchanteur de Willowbrook, une fée du genre nommée Willow vit parmi des plantes colorées et des créatures magiques. Willow apporte joie et bonheur à tous grâce à sa capacité à se transformer en garçon ou en fille. Un jour, Willow rencontre une fille curieuse nommée Alex, qui souhaiterait pouvoir changer d'apparence elle aussi. D'un simple coup de baguette magique, Willow accorde à Alex le pouvoir de devenir tout ce qu'elle désire.

Follow the whimsical adventures of Whiskerwinkle Sprite, a delightful critter with a hat made of sprinkles and jellybean-bouncing shoes, as they embark on exciting escapades with friends like Benny the Buzzle and Sarah the Snook. From exploring Taffy Tulips and Pudding Prairie to delighting in the marvels of Sweetspeak Summit and Marzipan Marvel, Whiskerwinkle's journey is filled with joy, laughter, and surprises. This tale takes listeners through fantastical places like the candy cane tree, Gummy Bear Gorge, and the effervescent Fizz-Whiz Spout, promoting themes of friendship and wonder.

Young Orion never expected the old brass compass in his attic to come to life—let alone point toward the stars. But when his little sister vanishes one stormy night, leaving behind only a shimmer of stardust, Orion knows it’s no ordinary disappearance. Guided by the mysterious Cosmic Compass, he blasts off on a breathtaking journey across galaxies, nebulae, and forgotten starworlds in search of her.

Whiskerwinkle's Christmas Adventure invites listeners into the enchanting world of Sprinkle-Sweet Land, where Whiskerwinkle Sprite embarks on a fantastical journey to spread holiday joy and meet Santa Claus himself. With a sparkling coat and a hat aglow with twinkling lights, Whiskerwinkle leads friends Tibbles the Toffee, Benny the Buzzle, and Sarah the Snook on a trek through gumdrop valleys and peppermint lanes, celebrating Christmas with laughter and candy cane rains.

Eleven-year-old Zach has magical powers, just like everyone in his family, but he's having trouble harnessing his abilities. To help his powers manifest, and to help him appreciate his natural gifts, Zach's parents decide that he needs to be around 'real' people more. No more homeschooling - it's time for Zach to enter the scary world of secondary school! But Zach can't resist a bit of magic... a simple spell ends with him and his best friend stuck in a vending machine.

There's a girl in Tim's room that claims she's from the future. Should he believe her? A short story about future glory.

À quatorze ans, la vie de Tom Riley prend une tournure inattendue avec la disparition mystérieuse de ses parents. Son oncle n’a alors d’autre choix que de lui révéler la vérité : le monde est peuplé de milliers de créatures étranges protégées par l’Agence, une organisation secrète pour laquelle ses parents travaillent en tant que traqueurs. Avec l’aide de ses nouveaux amis apprentis traqueurs, Tom amorcera une enquête parallèle à celle dirigée par l’Agence pour tenter de retrouver ses parents.

When 10-year-old Kinjal hears a strange noise in the middle of the night, he grabs his twin sister, Kiya, and the two go searching in the forest at the edge of their new house. There, they find Snowy and Midnight, two winged pakkhiraj horses from the Kingdom Beyond Seven Oceans and Thirteen Rivers who have come to this dimension to seek help—bees are disappearing, along with the nectar the pakkhiraj horses need to survive. Whisked away to a magical realm, the twins must use Kiya's scientific skills and Kinjal's love of books and language.

Eugene Evans, a seemingly autistic child, holds many secrets in his young mind. His mother, Sara, is instructed by his doctor to take him to a facility that can help him better than modern medicine can. An orphaned little girl who is also presumed to be autistic, Carrie-Anne, warms up to Eugene very quickly and becomes part of the family. She has some interesting secrets of her own. Sheer, an evil man who wants nothing less than world domination, is intent on forcing the powerful teens to work with him. He will stop at nothing to force them to come to him.

They call themselves SYLO and they are a secret branch of the U.S. Navy. SYLO's commander, Captain Granger, informs Pemberwick residents that the island has been hit by a lethal virus and must be quarantined. Tucker believes there’s more to SYLO’s story. He was on the sidelines when the high school running back dropped dead with no warning. He saw the bizarre midnight explosion over the ocean, and the mysterious singing aircraft that travel like shadows through the night sky. He tasted the Ruby - and experienced the powers it gave him - for himself.