Showing results for "Side By Side" in Literature & Fiction

A NEWBERY HONOR BOOK OVER 4 MILLION COPIES SOLD The defining childhood classic about a boy finding his own way in the wilderness—a nostalgic book for readers young and old who have ever wanted to run away from home. “Should appeal to all rugged individualists who dream of escape to...

Seth loves to walk through the woods by his home. When he comes across a lone wolf one day, he must make a tough decision—allow the animal to remain free in the wild or call animal control to trap it and take it away. How will Seth decide? Either way, can he feel good about his choice?

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A story about finding your voice alongside your real self, The Other Side of Imani is a heartfelt, fresh, and powerful middle grade contemporary debut that’s perfect for fans of Front Desk, That Girl Lay Lay, and Just Right Jillian. Ever since she could remember, thirteen-year-old Imani has...

The Darker Side of Wight is a thrilling audiobook collection of twelve spine-chilling stories by Peter J. Murray, set in the hauntingly atmospheric Isle of Wight—or as Peter calls it, 'The Isle of Fright!'

Wally Featherby loves animals. He has several pets, including a frog, a tarantula, a hedgehog named Mimi, and a parrot named Golly. But one day while teaching Golly to say Mimi’s name, something strange happens. His family starts claiming to see Mimi all over the house, even though she’s still in his room. Wally’s friend, Axado, even calls to say Mimi is in her yard.

Dive into the enchanting world of Evelyn Sharp, a master storyteller whose fairy tales transcend the ordinary. In this captivating collection of eight longer narratives, Sharp artfully delves into the intricacies of motivation, mood, and plot. Her characters come alive, evolving into relatable figures rather than mere sketches, making each tale a rich exploration of the human experience. Join us as we journey through these beautifully crafted stories that promise to linger in your heart and mind. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

“My name is Harriet Manners, and I am a geek.” A brand new summer story from the no. 1 bestselling and award-winning GEEK GIRL series! Harriet Manners knows many facts. And she knows everything there is to know about Paris… except what to do when you’re the hottest new model at Fashion...

In this new adventure with Tess and Max, internationally bestselling author Amy Ephron takes readers to London at Christmastime, where a new fantastical journey awaits. It's Christmas break and Tess and Max are in London, staying at the posh Sanborn House with their Aunt Evie. As they wait for...

Luke Bledsoe has a wicked fastball. But he shouldn’t be pitching, or even playing ball—especially not left-handed. That’s the side of the devil, says his pa‚ a fundamentalist preacher. But Luke’s new-found friends and left-handed uncle say he’s blessed with God-given talent. Luke doesn’t know who to believe anymore. All his life, this young teen’s been trying to please his pa. Now it’s time to sort out what he wants for himself.

Ever since her mother's death, Princess Una has suffered through years of loneliness in the royal palace, where girls are treated as an afterthought. She yearns for a different life but is unsure how to make anyone notice her. Then her father announces a special contest: Whoever finds the rare Silva Flower can present it to Una for her 12th birthday and receive a reward. Frustrated by her father's grand but empty gesture, Una decides to take her fate into her own hands.

Eighth-grader Linc Mendoza has moved from a dusty San Francisco barrio to a well-groomed suburb and a new junior high school. Suddenly he's in the minority, a Mexican-American in a mostly white school. The basketball coach is tough on him. Classes are even tougher. And his best friend is back in the old neighborhood. To make things worse, the basketball team is scheduled to play against Linc's old school in a league game. How can Linc play his best when he's shooting against his former teammates?

Why on earth would an emperor walk down the street in his underpants? This first-person narrative provides listeners with the answer—directly from the emperor himself—while subtly teaching about point of view and supporting curriculum standards.

In a seemingly dull neighborhood, two curious girls embark on an intriguing adventure to uncover the secrets surrounding the enigmatic guardian of one of their friends. Join them as they delve into mystery and friendship. (Summary by Natalia)

Hvad sker der, når to verdener mødes? Selvom vi går på samme skole, bor i samme by, i samme land, kan der være hele verdener mellem os. Måske føles det slet ikke, som om vi befinder os på samme planet, i samme bog eller på samme side. Og hvad er der egentlig på den anden side? Hvordan lever de? Hvad føler de? Og hvad er det, der skiller os ad? "På den anden side" er en novelleantologi om forskellighed af ti stærke, danske forfattere.

This endearing audiobook about making the most of any situation is also a heartfelt and meaningful portrait of houselessness that’s just right for young children. Sometimes it’s hard to stay positive: when you live in an old school bus instead of a normal house; when you have mostly just...

Det er jul og humøret er højt hos Bækager Boldklub. Bare ikke hos Altmuligmand. Han har lagt sig med en vinterpension (eller var det en vinterdepression?), og han kan absolut ingenting! Christmas Cup nærmer sig, og spillerne er desperate. Hvad skal de gøre? Heldigvis har Alf en løsning, som næsten er for god til at være sand! "Bækager Boldklub" er en sjov serie om venskab, ymerkage og noget, der gerne skulle minde om et fodboldhold. Ole Sønnichsen er uddannet journalist fra Danmarks Journalisthøjskole og San Francisco State University. Han er forfatter til flere anmelderroste biografier

Wesley's dad has been podcasting for over 15 years, but now it's her turn. From the mind (and mouth) of a 9-year-old, topics range from pop culture to current events as Wes sees them.

This lyrical audiobook is a beautiful, heart-opening ode to loved ones we’ve lost and a reminder that their love will carry on with us forever. Filled with uplifting text, this is an inspiring story for children and adults to listen together in times of need. This is not goodbye, sweet child...

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