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by Maryrose Wood
Published Jan 2011
Read ReviewsThe Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place are no ordinary children, Miss Penelope Lumley is no ordinary governess, and mysteries abound in this first volume in a new series for ages 9+.
by Polly Horvath
Published Jan 2010
Read ReviewsThe winner of a National Book Award, a Newbery Honor, and countless other awards has written her richest, most spirited book yet, filled with characters that readers will love, and never forget.
by Polly Horvath
Published Aug 2005
Read Reviews"At once poignant, funny, and wise, this book gives new meaning to the phrase, 'The best journeys never end.'"
by Lemony Snicket
Published Sep 2004
Read ReviewsIn their desperate search for something lost, the Baudelaire children encounter new and terrible horrors, including mushrooms, a mechanical monster, a distressing message from a lost friend, and tap dancing. Ages 9+.
by Louis Sachar
Published May 2000
Read ReviewsStanley tries to dig up the truth in this inventive and darkly humorous tale of crime and punishmentand redemption. Ages 10+
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