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Do you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello?s epic gaming empire? Find out in this fantabulous FINALE to the beloved, New York Times Bestselling Mr. Lemoncello''s Library series!* "A worthy successor to . . . Willy Wonka." ?Booklist, Starred Review for Escape from Mr. Lemoncello''s LibraryWHO WANTS TO BE A BAZILLIONAIRE?It''s time for one last fantabulous challenge with Mr. Lemoncello! This time everything is on the line?literally! Mr. Lemoncello has invited thirteen lucky 13 year-olds?including his biggest fan, Kyle Keeley? to compete in the final games. The winner of these games will become the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello''s ENTIRE EMPIRE!!! But uh-oh?someone is trying to destroy Mr. Lemoncello''s empire and all it stands for: imagination, games, books . . . knowledge! Can Kyle stop them and make his dreams come true?Get ready for a whirlwind adventure that takes us from the lions of the New York City Public Library to the Choose Your Own Thrill-Venture Roller Coaster inside the brand-new Lemoncelloland amusement park, filled with codes, clues, and surprise cameos. So sit back and relax...you are on your way to Lemoncelloland!

A group of teens meet at an abandoned reform school where their parents once worked, when one of them is knocked out and awakens possessed by the vengeful spirit of a former student. As they delve into the school''s dark past, they must uncover the mystery of what happened while grappling with their own families'' role in the school''s dark history. Welcome to The Farm. Hazel Perez thought her school project on the defunct Oakwell Farms School for Girls?or "The Farm"?would be just another assignment. But when a late-night research trips ends with her falling unconcious, she reawakens with a thirst for revenge that isn''t her own. Desperate to free herself from these sudden violent urges, Hazel begins to investiagte. As Hazel delves deeper into Oakwell Farms'' past, she discovers the harrowing experiences of the girls who once lived there?and the sinister forces that still linger. With the help of some unlikely allies, Hazel must navigate a treacherous path of corruption, history, and the supernatural to bring peace to the restless spirits and uncover the truth about her family''s involvement.The Silenced is a riveting exploration of a haunted past that collides with the traumatized present, revealing truths that were meant to stay hidden.

Start your engines as Baby zooms around the house like a race car driver, turning an ordinary living room into an exhilarating race course! This whimsical picture book brings the thrill of crawling to life from a baby''s unique perspective.They honk their horn and start to zoom. Baby''s on the move: Vroom vroom!Baby is on a quest to get to the other side of the room (aka very far away) all on their own. While the floor may not be so interesting to parents and big siblings, for Baby, it is an entire world full of fascinating things to explore. Seen from their perspective, a fluffy rug becomes tickly grass, a sibling doing yoga turns into a bridge, and a table and chairs transform into a dense forest.But with so many obstacles, will Baby make it to the finish line?This bold, fun, and original picture book is sure to capture the imagination of car-obsessed little ones, and the bouncy rhyming text kicks the reading experience into high gear. So hold onto your checkered flags, because this race is only just beginning…

The Alden children were searching for a home?and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader as they investigate the mystery of the mummy''s curse! Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.The Aldens are helping a local museum set up an exhibit about ancient Egypt! But when someone has an accident and artifacts begin to dissappear, they can''t help but wonder--could the museum''s mysterious mummy be cursed? Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner''s Mystery of the Mummy''s Curse chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

The Alden children were searching for a home?and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader as they investigate some suspicious happenings at their favorite pizza parlor! Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.While on a skiing vacation, the Aldens visit their favorite pizzeria. But they quickly realize that the pizza shop owners need their help, as suspicious things have been happening in the restaurant! Can the Boxcar Children solve the mystery before it''s too late? Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner''s The Pizza Mystery chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Born in a cemetery and raised in a funeral home, a girl who can see and smell the supernatural must solve the mystery of a priceless heirloom stolen from her family''s business. Perfect for fans Netflix?s Wednesday and Beetlejuice!13-year-old Mystery?who was abandoned in a cemetery and raised in a funeral home?is plagued by sleep paralysis and the smell of ghosts, but she''s used to that. Even though her life might seem "strange" on the outside, she loves it.That is until a priceless heirloom goes missing and her family''s funeral home is in danger of being shut down. To clear her Tia''s good name, Mystery embarks on an adventure to figure out what really happened to the misplaced necklace.But to do so, she must contend with the angry patriarch of the town?s wealthiest family, a sleep paralysis demon, a graverobber, and the ghastly half-vampire, half-ghost that?s lurking in the Old Ellis Town Cemetery.

When a 7th grader is forced to join her school''s hockey team, she discovers unexpected friendships and a budding crush on the team captain. This fierce and heartfelt queer romance explores the courage to face your fears, even when your dreams are on thin ice.Some goals are worth falling for. After a lifetime of humiliating sports experiences, Bea Mullins knows the best way to survive middle school is to stick to the sidelines. When PE is suddenly canceled, though, Bea is forced to join an after-school activity...which is how she ends up as a member of the Glenwood Geese, her middle school''s first all-girls hockey team. Bea would be happy sitting on the bench, but she doesn''t want to let down her best friend, Celia. Plus, the more time Bea spends on the rinks, the more she comes to enjoy her teammates, especially the incredibly talented--and incredibly cool--co-captain Gabi. But when low funding puts the Geese in danger of never playing again, Bea realizes she may lose everything she didn''t know she wanted.A hilarious and heartfelt middle-grade contemporary about first crushes and fierce friendships from debut author Emily Deibert.

The prestigious annual story anthology, featuring prize-winning stories by a diverse and exciting array of writers.Continuing a century-long tradition of cutting-edge literary excellence, this year''s edition contains twenty prizewinning stories chosen from the thousands published in magazines over the previous year. Guest editor Edward P. Jones has brought his own refreshing perspective to the prize, selecting stories by an engaging mix of celebrated names and emerging voices. The winning stories are accompanied by an introduction by Jones, observations from the winning writers on what inspired them, and an extensive resource list of magazines that publish short fiction.

A girl with psychic abilities and a boy with mysterious powers must unravel secrets and battle dark forces in order to save their world in the final Ravenfall adventure.As whispers of winter beckon, Anna Ballinkay and Colin Pierce brace for change. The Ravenfall Inn, a magical nexus between worlds, is bustling with preparations for the Winter Solstice ball, which will bring together a mix of otherworldly guests and festive enchantments.Amid the festivities, a young boy named Declan arrives and claims his new identity as a Raven, sparking a mission to rebuild the legendary Ravenguard. While the inn buzzes with excitement, a sinister mystery unfolds: Supernatural beings are found lifeless, drained of their magic. As suspicion mounts, Anna, Colin, and their allies must uncover the cause before Ravenfall is destroyed. Can the Ravenguard rise in time, or will the magic of Ravenfall be lost forever? Ancient legends stir and loyalties are tested in Kalyn Josephson?s thrilling series conclusion.

Jade can manipulate souls with the tug of a thread?it?s up to her, and a boy with a soul as bright as the universe to stop a creature on the loose before it claims its next victim in this lush, Mexican & German inspired romantasy.    Jade Aguilar can kill a man with nothing more than a needle and thread. Like her mother, a thread speaker in the queendom of Mérecal, she has the unique ability to stitch love, beauty, intelligence and to unravel even death. When her mother goes missing, the queen orders Jade to find her or be conscripted into a life of servitude.    Lukas Keller is desperate to feed his family and makes a deal with a vicious gang leader. Though he swore never to seek the help of a thread speaker, he?s in over his head and it might be his only option.    Jade and Lukas form a mistrustful alliance.  But as Mérecal erupts into chaos and the killer closes in, they must cling to one another for survival?and perhaps . . . something more?    From debut author Ruby Martinez comes a wildly romantic, heart pounding mystery set in a lush fantastical world inspired by Mexican and German lore.

In this heartfelt picture book, a shy kid''s dad teaches him how to play chess... and chess gives him the confidence to make a new friend.When Auggie finds an old chessboard that once belonged to his grandfather, he decides he wants to learn how to play chess. And his dad, his Tata^, is happy to teach him. They''ve just moved to a new town, and Auggie is struggling to make friends at his new school. In the big, busy hallways, he feels like a tiny pawn. But after every hard day at school, he can''t wait to play chess with his dad. Slowly, slowly, he gets better at the game... until he can beat Tata!Then, Auggie finds a chessboard in his classroom. When he sees that another boy looks interested in it, he knows just what to do: he can teach Luke how to play chess, too!Here is a moving father-son story that shows how chess helps one boy feel at home in a new environment.

In this moving picture book, inspired by the author?s experience as a Syrian refugee, a child''s profound love for his family''s apple tree gives him courage when he must flee his homeland.When a young boy asks his parents why he doesn?t have a brother or sister, his mother replies that on the day he was born, they planted an apple tree in their front yard. ?The apple tree is your sister,? she says. At night, the boy wraps a blanket around his sister''s trunk and during the day he shares all of his secrets with her. One day, they see helicopters in the sky and his parents tell him they must flee. But how can he leave his sister behind? Instead he digs her up and carries her away from their homeland. When they arrive to a new place, the air is colder and the ground is hard. Home feels so far away. But as his sister grows taller and her branches blossom, the boy realizes that he will always be connected to his homeland, even as he begins to embrace his new one.    This moving and hopeful refugee story is written by Syrian activist Jamal Saeed and co-written by acclaimed poet Jordan Scott. Illustrated by award-winning artist Zahra Marwan, who drew inspiration from her own immigration from Kuwait, this gorgeous book reminds readers that nothing is left behind forever.

Get to know BTS?the South Korean K-pop group loved by millions of fans around the world?with this beautifully illustrated collectible Little Golden Book!BTS?s popularity has grown larger than anyone could have imagined.This boy bands'' smash success story comes to life?from their early days together in South Korea, to becoming one of the biggest music groups in the world with hit songs like "Dynamite" and "Yet to Come," to speaking at the United Nations. When you?re BTS, you work as a team, stay true to yourself, and inspire millions! This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for BTS fans of all ages, the BTS ARMY, and people looking for inspiring stories about talented young musicians. Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including: The BeatlesTaylor SwiftLady Gaga Harry StylesThe Bee Gees

Get to know tennis legend Serena Williams with this collectible Little Golden Book, which tells her inspiring life story alongside gorgeous full-color illustrations!Serena changed the world of tennis with her power, strength, and style.The tennis ace''s story comes to life?from her close bond with sister Venus, to her Olympic gold medals and Grand Slam titles, to her awesome fashion sense both on and off the tennis court. When you?re Serena Williams, you break barriers and inspire others to do the same! This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for Serena Williams fans of all ages and families looking for inspiring stories. Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including:Katie Ledecky Willie Mays LeBron JamesSimone BilesThe Kelce Brothers

Get to know action movie star and all-around good guy Keanu Reeves with this collectible Little Golden Book featuring colorful illustrations on every page!Keanu continued to stretch himself as an actor, starring in comedies, dramas, and action-filled thrillers. But fame was never his goal.This totally awesome biography looks at the life of the beloved movie star from Canada, known for his hit film series The Matrix and John Wick?and for his laid-back personality. Like his character in Bill & Ted''s Excellent Adventure, Keanu knows how important it is to "be excellent to each other," so he supports many causes and charities. Party on, Keanu! This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for Keanu Reeves fans of all ages and families looking for stories about working hard and being kind. Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including:Dwayne JohnsonArnold SchwarzeneggerMichelle YeohSteven SpielbergMichael J. Fox

Celebrate beloved actor and children''s book author Henry Winkler with this collectible Little Golden Book, with an accessible font for readers with dyslexia!Henry wants all children with dyslexia to know that they are smart and can do great things.Henry Winkler has never let anything stop him from following his dreams. From growing up in New York City with a learning disability, to his iconic role as The Fonz on TV''s Happy Days, to his success as a children''s book author, and advocate for helping children with learning challenges. This heartwarming biography with full color illustrations comes to life with a special font used to make reading more accessible for people like Henry who struggle with dyslexia.This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for Henry Winkler fans of all ages and families looking for inspiring stories about people with learning disabilities.Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including: Oprah WinfreyCarol BurnettDick Van DykeSteven Spielberg