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The Good Thieves
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Kids fight gangsters in thrilling, heart-filled 1920s tale.
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Katherine Rundell
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Cinderella Liberator
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Fresh take on classic tale boosts being true, free self.
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Rebecca Solnit
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Saving Winslow
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Gentle, moving story about loving bravely despite risk.
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Sharon Creech
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2018
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Riding Lessons: Ellen & Ned, Book 1
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Kind, horsey story spotlights adoption and empathy.
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Jane Smiley
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The Penderwicks at Last
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Charming, funny series finale comes full circle.
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Jeanne Birdsall
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2018
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down
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Halloween-themed 11th book a fun way to discuss kid scares.
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Jeff Kinney
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2016
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Moo
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City kids meet cow in fun tale of empathy, perseverance.
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Sharon Creech
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2016
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Some Writer!: The Story of E.B. White
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Enchanting illustrated bio of "Charlotte's Web" author.
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Melissa Sweet
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2016
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The Door by the Staircase
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Orphan girl meets witch in exciting, imaginative tale.
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Katherine Marsh
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2016
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School
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Shout-out to screen-free time in 10th funny installment.
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Jeff Kinney
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2015
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Villain Keeper: The Last Dragon Charmer, Book 1
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Villains, dragons, prince meet middle school in fun romp.
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Laurie McKay
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2015
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
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Family road trip goes hilariously awry in 9th installment.
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Jeff Kinney
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2014
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Minnie & Moo: Hooves of Fire
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Animal-talent-show tale is big on wordplay, potty humor.
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Denys Cazet
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2014
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A Hundred Horses
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Magical, emotional adventure story great for tween girls.
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Sarah Lean
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2014
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Handbook for Dragon Slayers
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Exciting medieval adventure with brave teens and dragons.
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Merrie Haskell
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2013
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Prairie Evers
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Great novel about a girl, her chickens, and her best friend.
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Ellen Airgood
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2012
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