1st Rule of The Secret Winners Club: Do whatever it takes.Thirteen-year-old Sunny Whitlock has alopecia; an autoimmune condition that’s made her lose her hair—and she’s desperate to be seen as more than just the bald kid. But how? By setting an epic goal: win her school’s junkbot club competition. And if she’s #1, then other kids will have to see beyond her disease … and she’ll finally fit in.Sunny’s immune-deficient best friends are also tired of looking different and achieving second place in their school competitions. With a bold plan, Sunny bands with them to create The Secret Winners Club, a club devised to win—at any cost—and push them outside their comfort zones.They promise to trust no one else. It’s all classified! And in total secrecy they aim to help one another become #1 before this middle school year is over. But as they start to succeed, they quickly discover that crossing the line and hurting others can make them even more visible and even more an outsider.PRAISE FOR THE SECRET WINNERS CLUB:“The characters in The Secret Winner’s Club jump off the page. You root for this group of friends as they try to figure out what it means to go after their dreams, to seek help from others, and if winning at any cost is really winning at all. Filled with wisdom and heart, it perfectly fills that gap between middle grade and young adult and will inspire readers to pursue their own goals” —Wendy Mass, New York Times bestselling author of 30+ books for young people"I can't imagine any young person who "looks different" or wonders about those who do, not relating to this honest, carefully crafted story. It is a fine weaving of heartache, grit, humor, and the ethics of what it means to get even. The Secret Winners Club amplifies the voices of kids who struggle to be seen beyond their medical conditions with those who judge by appearance alone. It is an important reminder to young and old to look beyond the surface, to the truth of a person's heart and abilities." —Joan Bauer, New York Times Best-selling author and winner of the Newbery Honor Medal and LA Times Book Prize"The Secret Winners Club is a moving and insightful middle-grade novel that explores identity, perseverance, and the actual cost of success. Donna Galanti writes with both sensitivity and authenticity. Her characters are complex, likable, and genuine, making them highly relatable to the readers. The story flows with energy and emotion, blending humor, tension, and heartfelt moments in perfect rhythm. The rising stakes remind readers that the most significant victories often come from within, and staying true to oneself is the most meaningful win. An inspiring and heartfelt story about courage, friendship, and the power of self-acceptance. The reader will remember this emotionally rich and deeply compassionate novel long after they finish reading it." —Suzie Housley, Midwest Book Review“This is a heart-warming and page-turning read for anyone who has ever felt different. A gift for the misfits and adventurers in our soul. I wish I'd had this book as a kid.”—Sarah Allen, author of Breathing Underwater“A heartwarming must-read about friendship, second chances, and overcoming adversity.”—Jaime Berry, author of Heart Finds “Middle schoolers of all types, whether athlete, STEM, or theater kid, those with autoimmune disorders or not, will see themselves reflected in this heartfelt tale of teamwork and the cost of striving to be the best. As a competitive swimmer with asthma and a junior high nemesis, I would have gobbled up The Secret Winners Club.”—Shannon Doleski, author of Gabe in the After

What if a key whispered your name?When fourteen-year-old Arlen discovers a mysterious key, it pulls him into a hidden world beneath his own, a place of living halls, ancient secrets, and whispers that should not exist.Arlen never knew the Hall existed.Not before the river.Not before the fall.Not before everything ordinary vanished.Myra trusts logic, patterns, and facts, not impossible worlds. But when the Key blazes to life and the Hall begins to stir, she and Arlen are drawn into a danger neither of them understands.Because the Hall is listening.And the Key was never meant to stay hidden.As the boundary between the ordinary and the impossible begins to break, Arlen and Myra must decide what they are willing to trust, and what they are willing to risk.Perfect for readers who love Harry Potter and Percy Jackson.Book One of The Luminara Chronicles“Could not put it down. I read it in half a day.”“Mystical, immersive and impossible to forget.”

A gentle rainforest story about kindness, courage, and caring for our world.Deep in a lush rainforest near a roaring waterfall, young Yara rescues a frightened Tawari tree seedling from destruction. As the tree grows strong under her care, Yara learns that protecting nature is an act of love—and one that can come full circle.When Yara later falls seriously ill, ancient rainforest wisdom reveals that the very tree she once saved holds the key to her healing, reminding readers that when we care for the Earth, it cares for us in return.Yara’s Tawari Tree is a beautifully illustrated, rhyming picture book that introduces young readers to environmental stewardship, empathy, and the powerful bond between children and the natural world.A timeless, comforting story for ages 4–8—perfect for families, classrooms, and Earth Day reading.

Only friendship has the power to transcend time and space . . .When six-year-old Olivia finds a glowing treasure map that only she can see, she has no idea what it means. But six years later, when a spaceship lands in the wheatfields behind the farmhouse where she lives with her dad, she discovers she has an important destiny to fulfill. She is the Princess of Blue Earth, and only she can read the map that will lead to the Black Ruby, which has the power to heal anything—including her father’s cancer.Accompanied by a time traveler boy named Galax, she sets out on a magical and imaginative adventure that will take them to the ethereal beauty of the moon and across the wonders of space in their search for the Black Ruby. But the Black Priests also want the Ruby for nefarious reasons . . . and they’ll do anything to stop Olivia and Galax from taking it.For fans of The Little Prince and A Wrinkle In Time.

Experience the power of appreciation!Join young William on this transformative adventure in the magical world of Prickinjer Place, where the trees sometimes walk, and the bees like to talk. William believes he’s found the key to happiness: a shiny new toy due to arrive any day now. But will it truly bring him the joy he seeks, or will it get tossed into the overflowing bin with all the others?What your child will discover:appreciation is a practice that can be mastered in a moment.when you learn how to appreciate what already is, you naturally attract more of what you enjoy.What you focus on becomes what you noticeA reminder that real happiness is cultivated from withinThis growth mindset book is perfect for children aged 4 to 8. Filled with delightful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, The Boy Who Lives on Prickinjer Place is a whimsical exploration of happiness, self discovery, and the power of appreciation. Dive in and uncover the magic of joyful living!A perfect choice for fans of: Oh, The Thinks We Can Think by Dr. Seuss, What Do You Do with an Idea by Kobi Yamada, Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak, and What Would Danny Do? by Adir Levy.Parents who have enjoyed books such as Ask and It Is Given by Esther and Jerry Hicks, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza, or The Untethered Soul by Micheal Singer, will get a particular kick out of reading this with their children.

Ten Little Axolotls (Ten Little Adventures – Lexile 490L)Deep in a cool freshwater world, ten little axolotls swim, play, and show off their feathery gills! From rocky caves to floating plants, they explore every corner of their shimmering home as readers count along from one to ten. This charming rhyming story introduces one of nature’s most fascinating creatures—perfect for curious young minds and budding scientists.Educators and Parents Will Appreciate:counting and early numeracyamphibians and freshwater ecosystemscuriosity, discovery, and scientific inquiryadaptation and regeneration factsgreat for STEM-based lessons and early reading practiceDive into discovery—count, explore, and learn with Ten Little Axolotls, the newest adventure in the Ten Little Adventures series!