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Trapped

Sigmund Brouwer (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459828629

Matt is counting down the days until he turns sixteen. He's been living with his foster parents in Yukon River valley in their isolated cabin. His plan is to leave and never come back. He is done with the harsh lifestyle and helping his abusive foster dad, Dan, run the traplines so he can make money selling animal furs. He can't wait to start a new life on his own in the city, but when Matt discovers a big and valuable gold nugget, everything changes.

The Ooze

Tash McAdam (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459828490

Bran's taking the recycling down to the basement when the lights go out and the elevator stalls. Bran's phone's dead, he can hear screaming, but he can't get out. Eventually, he manages to pry the doors open to find that something's very wrong.

Shadow

Mere Joyce (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459816459

Fourteen-year-old Preston Craft is organizing a film festival for his school's film club when a crime occurs. One of the films goes missing two days before the festival begins, Preston is convinced it was stolen and is determined to get it back. The only indication of the theft is a suspicious shadow that Preston noticed right before he discovered the film was gone—but Preston is legally blind and no one quite believes him. However, not unlike the gritty private eyes in the classic black-and-white films he adores, Preston refuses to give up. Can he solve the mystery based on such a shady clue?

Velociraptor vs. Pachycephalosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721039

It’s fight time for Velociraptor and Pachycephalosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Pteranodon vs. Quetzalcoatlus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721022

It’s fight time for Pteranodon and Quetzalcoatlus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Elasmosaurus vs. Ichthyosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721015

It’s fight time for Elasmosaurus and Ichthyosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Brontotherium vs. Elasmotherium

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721008

It’s fight time for Brontotherium and Elasmotherium! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Brachiosaurus vs. Argentinosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720995

It’s fight time for Brachiosaurus and Argentinosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Allosaurus vs. Giganotosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720988

It’s fight time for Allosaurus and Giganotosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Finish Him

Decco (author) Art de Jey (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532446658

Step into the thrilling world of martial arts and reading with an action-packed chapter book that blends the excitement of gaming with the power of storytelling. Join Jack as he embarks on an extraordinary gaming adventure. When he discovers a button labeled "Story Mode" in his new martial arts game, he's transported into a vibrant dojo. Suddenly, he's not just playing the game—he's living it. Experience the adrenaline rush as Jack dons a white karate uniform and faces off against formidable opponents.

Escape the End Zone

Decco (author) Art de Jey (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532446535

Jack's in the middle of a roaring stadium, not in his living room, leading his team in a high-stakes game. He's not just playing; he's living the game. From the heart-pounding snaps to the adrenaline-filled passes and the critical touchdown runs, Jack experiences it all. Despite being initially scared and lost, Jack's determination shines through as he learns to strategize, adapts to the dynamic plays, and becomes an integral part of his team.

Hansel and Gretel

Cecilia Smith (author) Sofia Sita (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532446498

Follow the brave siblings, Hansel and Gretel, as they venture into a mysterious forest to seek food for their family. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a mesmerizing butterfly and encounter the danger of getting lost. With resourcefulness and determination, they stumble upon a gingerbread house, tempting their hunger but concealing a wicked secret. The siblings' courage is put to the test as they find themselves trapped by a wicked witch with sinister intentions.

Race Out of Here

Decco (author) Art de Jey (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532446573

Our hero, Jack, once finds himself trapped in an unexpected adventure. When Jack stumbles upon a new button labeled "Story Mode" during his usual video game play, he's transported into an exhilarating car racing game. Suddenly, he isn't just playing a game; he's living it. From feeling the grip of the steering wheel in his hands to the rush of cars zooming past him, Jack is no longer at his desk. He's in the driver's seat of a roaring race car on a real track. This isn't a game he can pause or reset. It's a race he must win.

Gamer Quest

Decco (author) Art de Jey (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532446610

Our hero, Jack, finds himself trapped in an unexpected adventure. When Jack stumbles upon a new button labeled ""Story Mode"" during his usual video game play, he's transported into a fantasy quest game complete with trolls, heroes, and dragons. Suddenly, he isn't just playing a game; he's living it.

The Frog Prince

Audrey Bea (author) Jair Sánchez-Gutiérrez (illustrator)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532445910

Journey into a world of whimsy and wonder as vibrant illustrations bring this timeless tale to life. Follow the princess as she loses her cherished golden ball and encounters a small frog with a surprising proposition. Will she keep her promise to marry the frog?

Star Eaters

Brooke Carter (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459834682

In a far-off galaxy, entire worlds are dying. Their suns and other stars are being consumed by Star Eaters, members of an intergalactic corporation who use advanced technology to steal energy from planets to fuel a fleet of roving starships. But Destin, a young and newly minted Star Eater, is reluctant to destroy worlds he’s never even seen. When he finds a mysterious stowaway girl named Calla on his ship after his first solo mission, Destin is torn. He must decide between turning her in or helping her save her planet.

Sulfur Heart

Brooke Carter (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459831612

Will’s father was just found dead in a pile of sulfur. He was a retired cop who'd been working as a night security guard at the SulCorp sulfur mill. Now, to determine if his death was a tragic accident or something more sinister, Will must return to the place he swore he'd never set foot in again.

Quiet, Please!

Russ Willms (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459826038

Junior the giraffe is just looking for a nice quiet place to read his book. But there is one problem (actually, five problems): Junior’s brothers and sisters are the noisiest giraffes in the jungle! Whether it’s band practice, family singalongs or just really loud burping, Junior can’t escape the noise of his sonorous siblings! In an act of desperation, he finally discovers the one thing that will keep them quiet: reading his book out loud.

Olivia Wrapped in Vines

Maude Nepveu-Villeneuve (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459831049

The world is a really big place for little kids. When Olivia starts to feel overwhelmed by her big feelings, she sprouts vines. They are thorny and twisty and make it impossible for Olivia to do the things she loves to do, like ride her bike or play with her friends. Plus, no one wants to come near a giant ball of thorns. Luckily, Olivia has a very special teacher. Someone who sees past the prickly and the pokey to the upset little girl and helps Olivia learn to manage the vines.

The Moon is a Silver Pond, The Sun is a Peach

Sara Cassidy (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459834903

Reveling in metaphor, with two books in one, this book encourages a magical leap of imagination and asks the reader to look at everyday objects from a different perspective. That moon is a silver pond when seen through the trees, and when they tend the cow, the moon is the milk at the bottom of the pail. The sun takes the form of the yolk of an egg, a spool of thread, the eye of a bird, an ice-cream cone and a dandelion.

Give Me a Snickle!

Alisha Sevigny (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459828711

A hug and a giggle? Who doesn’t love a good higgle!? This delightfully playful board book will have readers of all ages chuckling as they read fabricated words of affection. A tickle plus a snuggle makes for a tuggle while a snickle and a higgle gets you a sniggle.

The Book of Elsie

Joanne Levy (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459834255

Elsie Rose-Miller loves celebrating the Purim holiday and can't wait for the annual costume party at her local synagogue. Elsie plans to dress up as the fierce and smart Queen Esther, who saved all the Jewish people. But when financial hardship and a terrible incident of hate-inspired vandalism threaten not only the party but the synagogue too, Elsie, like Queen Esther, takes action to bring her entire community—Jewish and non-Jewish alike—together.

The Keeper and the Crows

Andrea Spalding (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459830059

Misha is excited about visiting his favourite aunt, especially now that she has moved into a cottage that is more than a century old. What an opportunity to search out secret passages and hidden cellars. But Aunt Dora's home in the historic town of Belfountain has also raised the interest of others: a society of crows, including the mystic albino Old One, all intent on finding something hidden. Before he knows it, Misha is drawn into his aunt's secret. She is a Keeper, one of a line of wise caretakers of the ancient Pandora's Box, and it is her duty to keep it under lock and key.

Never Going Back

Sam Wiebe (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459825789

Before she went to prison, Alison Kidd was the best thief in the city, but Ali has changed. All she wants now is to clean up her act and work in her brother Dean’s restaurant. She never wants to go back inside. On the day she gets out, Dean is supposed to pick her up, but he never shows. Ali makes her way to Dean’s apartment and uses her unique skill set to let herself in. Dean is missing. After some investigation, Ali discovers that he was kidnapped and is being held hostage by powerful crime boss, Lisa Wan.

The Wrench

Elise Gravel (author) Charles Simard (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459824508

Bob’s tricycle is broken, and he needs a wrench to fix it. He ventures out to buy one at the Megamart, where slick salesman, Mr. Mart, convinces Bob that it’s not a wrench he needs, but a fridge hat…singing pajamas…a screaming machine! Bob spends all his money on things that he really doesn’t need and before he knows it has no money and no wrench.