"From the New York Times-bestselling author of the Lemoncello series comes Ms. Pennypickle's next laugh-out-loud puzzle adventure! When she launches a reality-show contest for a million-dollar prize, two kids must outwit cheaters and solve her epic riddles to win.
When Ethan and Benji won Ms. Pennypickle's epic quest, they weren't supposed to tell anyone...so when Benji makes a viral video, Ms. Pennypickle is in trouble! Luckily, her head of advertising, Jack has a plan! It's time to create a Pennypickle reality show and give a few teams a chance to follow in Benji's footsteps and win the ultimate prize. Jack's son, Jackson is a master puzzler...and when one of the contestants, Hope, is without a team member, Jackson steps in to help her race across the country.
With Hope's mom as their driver, the pair solve riddles, anagrams, word scrambles, and more as they cross the USA hitting sights like a giant Paul Bunyon statue and the St. Louis Gateway arch. But as the two learn to work together and solve the puzzles...another team is determined to cheat their way to the finish. Can Jackson and Hope find their way to a triumph fair and square?"
"A hilarious and encouraging school story about an aspiring class clown, from the bestselling and beloved creator of Arnie, the Doughnut.
Clem has always been shy and quiet. He only ever feels comfortable making noise when he’s playing his clarinet. Clem wishes he could be carefree and likeable like Clarence, the funniest clam at school. But one day, to his class’s surprise, Clarence moves away. In no time at all Clem hatches a plan to take his place as the class clown so he can gain popularity, friends, and all-around clam-tastic greatness. Can it be done?!
Here is Laurie Keller at her very best with an irrepressible character who moves out of his comfort zone to seek class fame. Little does he know his true talents are closer than he thinks!"
"Project WOOFF was top-secret . . . until now.
Alex Grebert has lived his whole life in the off-grid community of Underland with his nature-loving Aunt Zinnia ever since his parents died unexpectedly. Alex loves his aunt, but it’s not easy being a coder in a place where electricity and internet are practically nonexistent. When Alex’s best friend Lily Day takes in a stray cat named Fuzzypants, Alex is pulled into an adventure straight out of one of his self-made video games. The cat, whose real name is Professor Fuzzypants, PhD., is a product of Project WOOFF (Weaponized Optimization of Flora/Fauna), a top-secret government project that developed intelligent, speaking animals.
Project WOOFF was supposed to have been shut down a long time ago, but someone is continuing the experiments. Alex and Lily are determined to find out why it all went wrong, especially when Alex discovers that there may be more to his parents' story than he had ever been told. Featuring black-and-white chapter opening artwork and full-page black-and-white illustrations throughout, this short series starter will appeal to the young middle-grade reluctant reader."
"From the New York Times bestselling creator of Feminist Baby and Poems of Parenting comes the hilariously relatable story about a girl whose big emotions turn her into a spicy nugget!
Angry?
Overwhelmed?
Confused that a simple request for a pet penguin has been unreasonably denied?
Then you might be at risk of becoming . . .
A SUPER HOT SIZZLING EXTRA SPICY NUGGET!
Follow one such nugget as she releases fiery fury on all who dare approach (stuffed animals, beware!). But big emotions and even bigger personalities are no match for a little patience and a lot of love-the best remedies for soothing even your spiciest feelings."
"Return to the forest where anything could happen . . . Laugh your head off with the brand new adventure in the bestselling, wildly funny Grimwood series. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who loves to laugh.
'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman
It’s time for the Treebonk World Cup! Teams from all over the world are competing for the trophy and fox cub Nancy is determined that her scrappy squirrels will be victorious!
But the Grimwood team are a bit rubbish, Twinklenuts’ stadium has been destroyed and one of the teams has disappeared . . .
It’s up to Nancy, Ted and the rest of the crew to save the tournament and bring the trophy home to Grimwood – may the best team win!
Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, The Fast and the Furriest is the must-read sixth title in the highly acclaimed and fantastically funny Grimwood series by bestselling author Nadia Shireen.
Don’t miss more hilarious Grimwood adventures in Let the Fur Fly!, Attack of the Stink Monster!, Party Animals, and Rock the Vote.
PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:
‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates
‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave
'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell
'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser
'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce"
"For fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas, this rhyming Christmas audiobook from #1 New York Times–bestselling author Dan Gemeinhart follows an abominable gingerbread cookie wreaking havoc in the North Pole. Is this beastly cookie trying to create a holiday disaster . . . or does it simply long for a family to share the season with?
Includes a recipe at the end to bake your own Gingerbread Yeti!
On the night before Christmas at the North Pole, the elves are all starving, and Santa is famished. But after a tuft of white fur blows into Ella the Elf’s gingerbread batter, out of the oven crashes a not-so-tasty (and somewhat-hairy) surprise! The Gingerbread Yeti is towering, frightening . . . and on the loose. But as Ella, the elves, and the reindeer are chased by the abominable doughman, the young baker begins to wonder what the Yeti truly wants for Christmas. After all, there’s no sweeter gift than celebrating the holidays with family.
'A perfect blend of spooky and sweet! A great ... experience for both kids and grown-ups alike.' ―Pete Oswald, #1 New York Times–bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg and The Bad Seed on The Gingerbread Monster
A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)"
"Owl Capone-he's got a heart as big as his fedora and he is ready to steal hearts everywhere.
Owl knows the way into people's hearts is through his legendary sandwich wraps and OG secret family sauce served at his restaurant in the Windy Forest. He's practically considered a celebrity! But when he is unexpectedly betrayed by his right-hand man, a sneaky little rat named Gus, Owl is forced to close the doors to his restaurant.
Will Owl be able to win back his customers and reopen his once beloved restaurant?
With an affirming message that encourages readers to view kindness as a strength rather than a weakness, Owl Capone is sure to leave you hungry and wanting more!
'The kind message at its heart is the real secret sauce.' - Publisher's Weekly"
"A hilarious, action-packed tale from #1 New York Times bestselling author starring a lovable, miniature cast of toys who must undertake their biggest mission yet: saving the family dog.
Meet the Dog Toys-a ragtag group of unlikely heroes who have one thing in common: Moose.
Goofy Moose. Clumsy Moose. Loveable Moose. Chews-on-his-toys-until-the-stuffing-comes-loose Moose. As much as they love their dog, every day with him is a fight for survival. That's why the toy team, led by the fearless Captain Bananas, must be clever and quick to outwit (and outrun!) their dog. But when a dangerous mission goes wrong and Moose escapes, the toys must work together to save their biggest tormentor-and best friend.
This laugh-out-loud story from New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and comically genius illustrator Jennifer Harney will delight readers of all ages."
