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One junk jetpack. One billion miles of ice. One chance to fly. Twelve-year-old Kevin is a "moon-bug" a kid from the tiny, dusty moon of Pan who spends his days scavenging for scrap metal in the shadows of Saturn. While the wealthy Corporate Teams flash across the sky in their multi-million credit starships, Kevin dreams of the Saturn Ring Circuit, the most dangerous race in the galaxy. When Kevin discovers a discarded Model-7 engine in a lunar junkyard, his dream finally has a heartbeat.

A brave heart is louder than any noise! Meet Little Ben, a tiny boy with a big wish: to join the marching soldiers! Ben might be too small for a rifle, and his uniform might be too big, but he has the most important job of all he is the Drummer Boy! When Ben and his best friend, General Snoots the dog, travel with the Brave Marchers, they face a very loud and confusing time called the Great Noisy Day in Gettysburg. Can Ben’s small drum cut through the clatter and the chaos? What happens when his heart is thump-thumping with fear?

Lily and her brother, Tom, thought they were on a normal family sailing trip... until a mysterious, milky-white fog swallows their boat. They wash ashore on an island unlike any they’ve ever seen. The sun is stuck in the sky. The waves are frozen in place. Birds hang motionless in the air, and a game of tag in the village square has been frozen for years Even their parents are trapped, as still and silent as statues. The only person who can move is Elian, a boy who’s been waiting for his twelfth birthday party to start for longer than he can remember.

In a junkyard galaxy where old starships go to rust, a forgotten secret is waiting to be found. For George, a boy with scrapyard dust in his veins, life is a quiet adventure of tinkering with discarded parts. That is, until he unrolls a mysterious map made not of paper, but of pure, shimmering starlight. Teaming up with his brilliant best friend, Nova, they piece together a patchwork ship, The Wanderer, and launch themselves into the adventure of a lifetime.

In the quiet dust of a forgotten hangar, twelve-year-old Leo’s world is confined to the silent cockpit of the Star Sabre, the last legendary starfighter of a bygone era. His lonely life of dreams and echoes is shattered when the ship’s dormant comms crackle to life with a mysterious signal from across the galaxy. Answering the ghostly call, Leo is launched into a desperate adventure through treacherous asteroid fields and whispering nebulas. To survive, he must rely on a grumpy, grizzled mechanic and a fearless, comet-surfing smuggler.

A planet where the sun never truly rises. A friendship that defies the stars. Eleven-year-old Elizabeth has always been fascinated by the mysteries of the cosmos, but she never expected to find a real mystery hiding beneath the thick, mustard-colored clouds of Venus. Arriving at a research base with her scientist parents and her whirring robotic companion, Pip, Elizabeth discovers a world of crushing pressures, acid rains, and "blood-orange" fruit. But the most shocking discovery of all isn't a mineral or a mountain, it’s Lyra.

The Nettlewood has lost its song, and only one knight can bring it back! Join Sir Ferdinand, the grumpy guardian of the grove, on an enchanting adventure to solve the mystery of the silent songbirds. It's a journey filled with magical moths, a bat who knows the way, and a treasure hoard of stolen sparkles. Can one humble knight outwit a greedy grackle and restore the music to the forest? In the heart of the prickly Nettlewood, Sir Ferdinand believes his job is simple: protect the grove. He's a quiet knight, content with his grumpy routine.

The jungle is full of secrets, and ten-year-old Leo loves to listen to its whispers. His best friend, Maya, understands its heart, especially the tiny, purring ocelot kit named Pip she's nursing back to health. But one humid afternoon, a desperate cry echoes from deep within the emerald tangle. It’s not just any animal, it’s another baby ocelot, and it’s in terrible danger. Following mysterious boot prints and clues in the mud, Leo and Maya discover a dark secret: dangerous poachers have set a shadowy trap! With a tiny kit held captive in a cage, Maya and Leo know they can't just stand by.

The Lights Are Failing! Can a Simple Bauble Save the City of Sparkle? Life is usually perfectly bright in the City of Living Decorations, a world where every ornament is alive. Mayor Garland holds court, the Snowflakes vote on the best winter design, and the little Train Set runs a midnight escape route every night. But when a dangerous power outage, the Great Melt Scare sweeps through Candlewick Lane, the entire city begins to lose its shine.

Join Sam and his faithful companion, Rusty, on a heartwarming journey through the joys and adventures of childhood in Sam and the Loyal Dog. This enchanting storybook captures the unbreakable bond between a young boy and his loyal dog as they explore the world together and discover the true meaning of friendship.

In "The Boy Who Built a Robot Friend," embark on an extraordinary journey filled with friendship, adventure, and the boundless power of imagination. Follow young Alex, a curious and inventive boy from the charming town of Willowbrook, as he sets out to create his greatest invention yet: a robot companion.

When Lila stumbles upon a secret door in the forest, she is transported to a realm where fairies dance, whispering winds tell ancient tales, and hidden glens hold forgotten treasures. Guided by the Fairy Queen Aeloria, Lila learns to dance with the fairies, help solve the mystery of the lost fairy dust, and make a wish upon a shooting star. Alongside her new friends, including the mischievous pixie Pippin and the music-loving fairy Lyra, Lila embarks on a series of magical adventures that reveal the true essence of friendship, courage, and wonder.

A world where the fog doesn’t just hide things, it steals them. In the damp village of Tangiers, the sun hasn’t been seen for generations. The horizon is a wall of grey, and the air always tastes of cold salt and ancient secrets. While others stay tucked away by their hearths, twelve-year-old Richie spends his days in his workshop, his fingers stained with oil and his palms calloused from the gritty gears and smooth brass of broken machines. Richie is a "fixer," a boy who believes everything even a broken sky can be mended if you have the right tools.

Journey back to ancient Jerusalem where the walls were rebuilt, but the people's hearts were in need of repair. Meet Ezra, the brave scribe who loved God’s Law more than gold. From the glittering palaces of Babylon to the dusty roads of Jerusalem, follow Ezra on his 900-mile quest to bring the most precious treasure of all the Holy Book back to his people.

Join Romeo, a young astronaut-in-training, on a cosmic adventure like no other. While on a routine mission aboard his spaceship, the Stardust Skimmer, Romeo discovers a peculiar "tin can" with a very big problem. It's not a tin can at all—it’s a wobbly spaceship, and inside is a little green alien named Zorp. Zorp is on a mission to save his home planet, Zorponia. The mischievous space pirate Captain Vortex has stolen all of the planet’s power source: the glimmering Sparkle-Stones.

Get ready for the biggest, most wonderful party ever! A kind and generous master has prepared a magnificent feast, with delicious food, joyful music, and tables that sparkle and shine. He sends out his fancy golden invitations to all his friends, but something strange happens... they're all too busy! What will the master do with a giant, amazing party but no guests? Join the adventure as his servant rushes through the city streets and out to the country roads, inviting everyone he meets—the poor, the forgotten, and the lonely—to come to the great banquet.

Irving, Bailey, and Ben thought their town was boring... until they found the map. It starts with a whisper in the library and a coded message they were never meant to see. Suddenly, the three friends are pulled into a mystery that’s bigger than all of them, centered on the town's dusty old clock tower and a shadowy man in a tan raincoat who seems to be everywhere. They soon discover a terrifying secret: the clock tower isn't just for telling time. It’s a machine.

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the skies in "The Sky Pirates Kids Stories Book," a captivating tale that whisks young listeners away on a journey filled with mystery, excitement, and wonder. Follow the courageous young adventurer Lily as she stumbles upon a majestic airship hovering over the bustling town of Windmere. Drawn by curiosity and a thirst for adventure, she sneaks aboard and finds herself swept up in the daring quest of Captain Amelia and her spirited crew.

Step into a world of giggling horses and delightful adventures with "Scarlett and the Zany Horse"! Meet Scarlett, a curious girl, and Zephyr, a horse unlike any other – he paints with his tail, races backwards, and even does cartwheels! Join them in their sun-drenched meadow near Toronto as they share silly secrets, solve playful mysteries, and turn ordinary days into extraordinary escapades. Each chapter is a heartwarming tale brimming with laughter, friendship, and the magical bond between a girl and her wonderfully zany best friend.

Embark on an unforgettable journey of faith, courage, and redemption with "Noah's Ark: A Tale of Survival." This beautifully crafted children's Bible Stories book retells the timeless story of Noah and the Great Flood with rich detail and vivid imagery, bringing the ancient narrative to life for a new generation of listeners.