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1301) Space oddity
Author
Series
Space opera (Catherynne M. Valente) volume 2
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"The Metagalactic Grand Prix--part gladiatorial contest, part beauty pageant, part concert extravaganza, and part continuation of the wars of the past returns and the fate of the Earth is once again threatened. The civilizations opposed to humanity have been plotting and want to take down the upstarts. Can humanity rise again in this sequel to the beloved Hugo Award-nominated national bestselling Space Opera?"--
"Return to the greatest contest in...
1302) The Hitchcock Hotel
Author
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"A Hitchcock fanatic with an agenda invites old friends for a weekend stay at his secluded themed hotel in this fiendishly clever, suspenseful new novel from the international bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold. Alfred Smettle is not your average Hitchcock fan. He is the founder, owner, and manager of the Hitchcock Hotel, a sprawling Victorian house in the White Mountains dedicated to the master of suspense. There, Alfred offers his guests round-the-clock...
1303) The bikeriders
Language
English
Description
The Bikeriders captures a rebellious time in America when the culture and people were changing. After a chance encounter at a local bar, strong-willed Kathy is inextricably drawn to Benny, the newest member of Midwestern motorcycle club, the Vandals led by the enigmatic Johnny. Much like the country around it, the club begins to evolve, transforming from a gathering place for local outsiders into a dangerous underworld of violence, forcing Benny to...
1304) The Watchers
Publisher
Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
The forest isn't charted on any map. Every car breaks down at its tree line. Mina's is no different. Left stranded, she is forced into the dark woodland only to find a woman shouting, urging Mina to run to a concrete bunker. As the door slams behind her, the building is besieged by screams. Mina finds herself in a room with a wall of glass, and an electric light that activates at nightfall, when the Watchers come above ground. These creatures emerge...
Publisher
20th Century Studios
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Generations in the future following Caesar's reign, apes are living harmoniously as the dominant species -- and humans are living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike" --Container.
1306) Big boys
Publisher
Dark Star Pictures
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Jamie's dream camping trip is ruined, before it begins, when he finds out that his cousin is bringing her new boyfriend. However, his initial jealousy of the competent and confident Dan quickly turns into a friendship as they bond over cooking, games and both being ₁big boys₂. As his burgeoning crush gets him into awkward scrapes and arguments, Jamie begins to come to terms with who he is, and his desires. Director Corey Sherman takes us back...
1307) Barely floating
Author
Publisher
Kokila
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
Twelve-year-old Natalia's dream of becoming a synchronized swimmer is in jeopardy when her parents decide they are against a sport that emphasizes looks, but Nat is determined to change their minds.
Author
Series
Publisher
Harlequin Books
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"Billionaire Will only made up fake girlfriend Summer Bright to pacify his mother's concerns. So when she brings him face-to-face with a "real" Summer Bright - someone who shouldn't exist! - he has to think fast. Will offers to pay the struggling songwriter if she'll play along and be his plus-one at a wedding. But soon pretending to be in love makes them question whether it's really all for show..." --
1309) The Hurricane Girls
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
After an accident, seventh graders Joya Mia and Kiki help their best friend Greer cope by signing up for a triathlon.
1310) Friiight night
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"Kelly Crosby is the new kid in school. So far, it's not going so well. He's already gotten lost, had trouble making friends, and annoyed the monster that lives in the school basement. That's right. This new school has a monster. Every year, at a party called Friiight Night, one (un)lucky kid is chosen to be the monster's special guest of honor. Guess whose luck is about to run out?"--Back cover.
1312) Mary I: queen of sorrows
Author
Series
Tudor Rose volume 3
Publisher
Headline Review
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"The adored only child of Henry VIII and his Queen, Katherine of Aragon, Princess Mary is raised in the golden splendour of her father's court. But the King wants a son and heir. With her parents' marriage, and England, in crisis, Mary's perfect world begins to fall apart. Exiled from the court and her beloved mother, she seeks solace in her faith, praying for her father to bring her home. But when the King does promise to restore her to favour, his...
Publisher
BBC Studios
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
The crime-solving Vespa-driving Catholic nun is back to solve more crimes in this acclaimed murder-mystery series. Sister Boniface's faith in The Almighty is matched only by her passion for forensics. Her aptitude for detective work is an invaluable asset to the Great Slaughter Police Department, who face more mysteries. The head perfumer of a famous fragrance dynasty is found dead, a renowned organist is murdered mid-tune, and a cult sci-fi convention...
1314) Sunny
Author
Series
Track (Jason Reynolds) volume 3
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
Español
Description
"Sunny, the Defenders' best runner, only runs for his father, who blames Sunny for his mother's death, but with his coach's help Sunny finds a way to combine track and field with his true passion, dancing." --
1315) Curses are the worst
Author
Series
Scared silly volume 1
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
Description
"When Regan, Sofia, Bennett, and Darius unfairly get put into detention, they know something is wrong. And they're right: This detention is far from ordinary. Their science teacher, Ms. Stein, believes that by using these kids' DNA she can create an army of "perfect" students who have Sofia's smarts, Regan's heart, Bennett's likeability, and Darius's loyalty. Soon the clones are wreaking havoc around town and getting the real kids in trouble! Will...
1316) La odisea de Polistes
Author
Series
Publisher
Oceano Travesía
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
Español
Description
This evocative graphic novel tells a version of the famous voyage of Ulysses to his beloved Ithaca, only now the heroe is not a brave warrior, but a wasp, as in the original poem, must face all sorts of dangers to return home.
Author
Series
Publisher
Stone Arch Books, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
600L
Language
English
Description
When the Twin Towers fall on September 11, 2001, blocks from her school, twelve-year-old Molly, unable to reach her dads or Gran, must find her seven-year-old sister, Adi, and get her safely home. Includes author's note, glossary, and discussion questions.
1318) The ultimate goal
Author
Series
Good sports league volume 1
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Ben Cutler loves everything about soccer! Hes got a great team, and they have the best pre-game chants and half-time jokes. He and his best friend, Jay-Jay, even invent dances for when they score a goal! And Ben is good at soccer. Like REALLY good. Too good for a casual rec team. Soon, he's recruited for a travel team. His new team plays amazingly well, but they take soccer super seriously. No pre-game chants, no juice-box breaks, and the most important...
1319) Such charming liars
Author
Language
English
Description
Sixteen-year-old Kat's con-artist mom takes on one last heist before going straight for good, but the job takes a deadly turn.
"For all of Kat's life, it's just been her and her mother, Jamie--except for the forty-eight hours when Jamie was married and Kat had a stepbrother, Liam. That all ended in an epic divorce, and Kat and Liam haven't spoken since. Now Jamie is a jewel thief trying to go straight, but she has one last job--at billionaire Ross...
1320) Rapunzel se balancea
Author
Series
Publisher
Graphic Planet, an imprint of Magic Wagon
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
"This fractured fairy tale weaves the story of Zelina, or 'Zel' Flynn. After Zel's mother passes away, the homeschooled teen returns to public school. But her extraordinarily long hair isn't the only thing that draws attention to her. Zel's smarts provoke the jealousy of a cheerleader who competes with her academically. Zel also finds herself drawn to gymnastics despite her clumsy form. Will her rival get her down, or will Zel swing into action?"...