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On school picture day, Bea, reluctantly adorned in a fluffy dress, suggests Buddy remove his glasses for a better photo, but when they mysteriously disappear, she takes on the task of finding them leading to a comical adventure.

Spirit away with a whimsical fantasy filled with dark magic and flirty, polyamorous romance.Cursed to haunt the river running through the magical spa town where she drowned, Gisela is a water nymph who dreams of returning to the living world and the family she left behind. All it takes to regain her humanity is a kiss from a mortal...but everyone sees her as a monster.And then there’s Kazik, the brooding, interfering, spirit-hunting grandson of a local witch. He's determined to rid the world of unholy creatures like Gisela. After Kazik botches Gisela’s exorcism, she strikes up a deal. She won’t tell the other spirits that he’s losing his magic, if he agrees to play matchmaker and helps her get a kiss. But Gisela’s plan goes awry when Kazik also falls for the devilishly handsome young man that she sets her heart on—someone who could be linked to Gisela’s troubled past.This delectable quest through the spirit world is cozily crafted with a hauntingly opulent atmosphere and a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers story told in multiple perspectives. Young adult readers are sure to kick their feet and squeal with glee at hilarious banter, scrumptious culinary delights, and endearing sisterhood and found family. An enchanting read for fairy tale enthusiasts and fans of queer romance!BONUS CASE ART: Slip off the dust jacket on this gorgeous US hardcover edition to reveal strikingly illustrated creatures from folklore!

"Forced to hide her new-found magic, Myra enrolls in an interplanetary academy exchange program to dig up more about the government's many conspiracies"--

Equal parts heart-melting and stinky, The Smell of Wet Dog is a must-have illustrated poetry book for every young canine fan.The smell of wet dog is not a good smell.When a dog is wet it’s easy to tell.Imagine moose and skunk perfume.An odiferous stench, a paint-peeling plume.Beloved author and illustrator Barney Saltzberg offers up twenty-seven poems on the evergreen topic of human’s best friend. Many have all the humor of a Shel Silverstein classic. Others are unexpectedly poignant, about separation anxiety or older dogs growing less spry. All are accompanied by Saltzberg’s lively and loveable artwork. Whether you are a dog lover, love a dog lover, or are simply dog-curious, The Smell of Wet Dog is for someone in your life. One thing’s for sure: You’ll leave this book inspired to write an ode to a furry friend of your own!A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

After being nearly beaten to death for evidence he holds against the corrupt sheriff, sixteen-year-old transgender Miles joins his fellow townsfolk to end the blood feud and oppressive politics that plague his town.

"When twelve-year-old Garnet finally gets to meet her magical extended family she discovers they're all trapped in the ruins of their crumbling manor and Garnet must break a curse that has decimated three generations of Carrefours"--

Watson is having trouble sleeping when he notices a mysterious light coming from under his covers which leads him down a path through a forest and onto a magical adventure.

Seventeen-year-old Christine keeps a journal of an eventful year in her life in mid-90s, while juggling troubled friendships and looking for love.It’s January 1, 1996, and high school junior Christine wants more than anything to be that cool girl everyone notices, like her gorgeous best friend, Landry. She usually hates New Year's resolutions, but this year she vows to be that shiny kind of girl—and record it all in her diary through prose, illustration, and comics.When Landry drops her, Christine is surprised to discover just how much she doesn’t miss her and her drama.  But a misguided kiss with film-obsessed Paul, her only other close friend, also causes a rift, and she finds herself facing a long, lonely summer.With nothing to lose, Christine finds a new sense of courage. She gets a job at her neighborhood video store, experiments with her art, and becomes romantically entangled with her next-door neighbor Whit, who’s either the coolest guy ever or a total jerk. In spite of all this, she doesn’t quite feel shiny—until a shocking betrayal shows her the value of the words and drawings she hides in her diary, and she finally understands that she doesn’t need to be cool to be noticed—she only needs to be herself.Eisner-award winning author and illustrator, Hope Larson, has created a powerful coming-of-age story set in a time before the Internet that explores themes of betrayal, first love, self-expression, and the power of art.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

A grandfather shares with his grandson the story of Mouse and Squirrel, who are eager to join the lacrosse game between four-legged and winged animals.

"The latest updated edition of this fact-filled, colorful look at the amazing world of birds includes two brand new illustrations and a call to action to protect these beautiful creatures"--

"The latest updated edition of this fact-filled, colorful look at the amazing world of butterflies, which includes two brand new illustrations and a call to action to protect these creatures and their habitats"--

"Twelve-year-old John Boarhog and his friends embark on a perilous journey through the Amazon to reunite with his mentor, Inspector Toadius McGee, only to find themselves entangled in a hunt for an infamous Object of Doom aboard the Peruvian Express"--

Eighteen-year-old Casey turns to journaling to cope with her twin brother's death and the complicated, romantic feelings she develops for both her best friends, Francesca and Benjamin.

"This beginner's guide introduces coral reefs to young learners (PK-2) and showcases the diversity of wildlife found around the world in these complex ecosystems"--

As Trim the cat's first storm starts to rage, his fellow shipmates teach him how to prepare the ship.

"A caterpillar hatches out of an egg and grows into a butterfly through its life cycle"--

When frog tries to fix a flat ball with a magic spell, he accidentally brings it to life--and has to flee for his life, pursued by the ball.

Animals show how much they love their cars, of all different colors, while driving, caring for them, and even hugging them.

A father and daughter spend a day together doing fun activities.

Two cats fight over a cake, but ultimately learn the value of sharing.

Presents fruit facts, including parts of fruits, where and how they grow, harvesting, processing, where to buy them, and how to enjoy them as part of a healthy diet.

Illustrations and simple text describe the various vegetables people eat.

"Owl likes peace and quiet. Penguin likes to sing out loud. But best friends don't need to be the same! Sometimes it's good to disagree! Owl and Penguin celebrate their differences and solve their problems with creative play. From ice cream mishaps to rainy day chills, there's nothing these pals can't get through together. In three nearly wordless episodes, expressive art takes charge of the storytelling, supplemented by simple Spanish-language text captions and emoticon-style images in speech bubbles."--Provided by publisher.

Carmencita does not like eating mangoes, but her grandmother shows her how to appreciate the fruit using the five senses.

Carmencita doesn't like eating mangoes, but her grandmother shows her how to appreciate the fruit using the five senses.

"A young girl recounts the life of the artist Florine Stettheimer, with whom she feels great kinship, and imagines what they'd do if they could meet"--

"Two young students use pie charts, graphs, and more to make decisions throughout their fun day at the fair in this illustrated guide to data collection methods"--