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Bones

John Wilson (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459806993

Sam and Annabel are visiting Sam's mom in Drumheller, Alberta. The farm she is living on is hosting a dinosaur dig. Annabel is thrilled to have access to paleontologists and spends as much time as she can near the dig, much to Sam’s dismay. But when they learn the dig has uncovered scientifically important bones, even Sam is curious. In fact, the whole town is talking about the discovery. When Sam and Annabel learn that Humphrey Battleford, a famous collector of stolen goods, is in the area, they realize they need to do their part to keep the ancient bones safe.

Book of Screams

Jeff Szpirglas (author) Steven P. Hughes (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459834101

Tanya is a huge fan of horror author Joel Southland...AND he's coming to visit her school! Even though she is his biggest fan, she barely gets a chance to say hello. But he does give her a signed bookmark: For Tanya. Stay Scared! Reading later that night, she figures it's just her eyes playing tricks on her when she sees the ink on the bookmark move a little. But when the ink slithers toward her, it's too late... As Tanya tries to get to the bottom of Southland's nefarious schemes, the book is broken up by nine other creepy tales, including one about middle-school horror movie fans who track down the scariest horror movie of all time, another about a kid whose "baby eye" is beginning to fall out, and yet another about a vampire suffering due to a virus that is keeping people indoors. A mix of squirmy, funny and downright terrifying, these tales will leave readers thinking twice about the things that go bump in the night.

Adventure of the Six Napoleons

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015540

Sherlock Holmes thinks that Inspector Lestrade's latest case is a waste of his time. But when the details of several Napoleon statues being destroyed are revealed, he decides it may be worth looking into after all. Follow the clues with Holmes and Dr. John Watson as they uncover their biggest find yet.

Adventure of the Second Stain

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015533

When the prime minister and the secetary of foreign affairs ask Sherlock Holmes for help, Dr. John Watson knows this is an important case. The investigative duo must find a stolen letter that could lead to war. If Holmes solves the case by uncovering a second stain, he could save England and a marriage all at the same time.

Adventure of the Red Circle

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015526

Innkeeper Mrs. Warren is suspicious of her new guest. He never leaves the room and hasn't been seen in days. She has asked Sherlock Holmes and his partner Dr. John Watson to investigate the strange man. What Holmes uncovers is much more interesting than a reserved guest. Follow along as Holmes uncovers a mystery and murder in one investigation.

Adventure of the Priory School

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015519

The Duke of Holdernesse's only son has disappeared from his preparatory school. The principal has asked Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson to investigate. Follow Holmes as he finds the boy and uncovers a deep family secret along the way!

Adventure of the Cardboard Box

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015496

When a package containing two human ears arrives on the desk of Inspector Lestrade, he brings Sherlock Holmes on the case. Will Holmes and his partner, Dr. John Watson, uncover the gruesome details of murder and revenge?

Adventure of the Dying Detective

Vincent Goodwin (author) Ben Dunn (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624015502

Mrs. Hudson has been through a lot as the landlady of Sherlock Holmes. But nothing has worried her as much as the private detective being too sick to leave his bed. She calls for his partner, Dr. John Watson, to attend him. Can Watson bring a specialist to cure this dying detective or was it all an act?

The Nightmares of Nightmute: The Complete Collection

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668932100

No need to wait between titles for more nightmarish fun in this complete collection of Nightmares of Nightmute Volumes 1-6. The next nightmare is just a page away! As new students Suni, Gale, and Shi-woo will discover, there's more than reading, writing, and arithmetic taking place on campus. In this school's lockers, you're just as likely to find a ghost as you are a textbook! This graphic novel series includes educational sidebars that explore the history and science (and pseudoscience) behind some of the world's spookiest encounters, hands-on activities, fast facts, table of contents, glossary, and index.

Killer Chill

P.J. Gray (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989295

When Mrs. Garza’s client invites Luna and her family to spend a snowy weekend at his home on Timber Peak, Luna is thrilled. Then a strange presence starts sending chilling messages that are impossible for Luna to ignore. Can she figure out what’s going on, or will everyone at Timber Peak be left out in the cold?

The Face

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989257

While riding his bike near the river one stormy night, Ben takes a spill. When he wakes up in the hospital, he remembers seeing something he can't explain. Is there someone - or something - lurking in that murky water?

No Survivors

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989264

Cruz is nervous to travel by train for the first time. His worries soon turn to fear when the journey goes horribly wrong. Now Cruz wonders if he'll ever be able to find his way home.

Mind Reader

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989271

In a flash, Lucas' world is turned upside down. Afte a mysterious sighting, he soon discovers he can read the thoughts of others. Is this a dream come true? Or could it be his worst nightmare?

Mother's Tomb

P.J. Gray (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989288

When someone steals from the Garza family, Luna decides to dig into the case. Her investigation leads her to the dusty doorsteps of the mysterious Rothmont mansion. Can she uncover the secrets that lie within its walls and stop the thief from striking again?

Jack's Room

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989240

Just when Kai thinks he will have to endure a boring summer, he stumbles upon a mysterious room. Kai and his unlikely friend Tiana go on a quest to figure out the story behind it. Their hunt for the truth will lead them down a winding path. What secrets hide at the end?

New Friend

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989233

After moving to a small island town, Derek hopes to make new friends. When he meets Jonathan, Derek is overjoyed. Is a summer full of fun ahead? Or will it be ruined by a dark secret?

Sea Cave

Jennifer Liss (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989189

When Eric visits his cousin Tate, they stumble upon a mysterious sea cave. Eric goes inside to explore, ignoring Tate’s warning that the place is haunted. Soon after, Eric realizes he should have listened to Tate. Will Eric ever find a way out of this nightmare?

The Wildes: The Amazon

Roland Smith (author)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668918135

Ring and Asia Wilde's life is anything but ordinary. Some of their closest friends are endangered monkeys and rare birds. Instead of attending middle school, they accompany their parents (scientists who work to save endangered species) on adventures around the world. They spend more time climbing trees, tracking animal prints, and taking on three-hundred-pound anacondas than they do filling out worksheets. But a research trip to the Amazon rainforest turns into a dangerous mystery when their mother goes missing. Who kidnapped Dr. Jane Wilde, and why? Ring and Asia have the skills to survive the jungle--but do they have what it takes to rescue their mom?

Empty Halls: Class in Session

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923559

On the first day of class at Nightmute Academy, Suni's connection to the supernatural leads to a warning about the school--delivered to her from beyond the grave. Suni, Gale, and Shi-woo are new students at the Nightmute Academy. They also happen to be the only students. Well, the only students who aren't haunting the place, anyway. Nightmute is filled with all kinds of ghosts! Join them as they piece together and solve the mystery behind Nightmute Academy. This graphic novel includes facts about ghost hunting, science-led research, and in-depth content about ghosts and hauntings, plus an activity page and character information.

One Amazing Summer

Anne Schraff (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781630781811

Ana has never been far from her home in California, but now she has a chance to travel to New Orleans with her gran. Along the way, the two see some interesting sights and eat good food. They also have a chance to help search for a missing boy who has set off in search of aliens.

The Hero of Crow's Crossing

Anne Schraff (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781630780432

Excellent teacher Mr. Ridley appears from nowhere and accepts a teaching job at the tiny and poor Crow's Crossing School. He's an excellent teacher, but questions swirl around him. Why is he here? Where did he come from? And most importantly, why is he digging holes on Shadow Hill? Tazmin doesn't care about all that. She's learning math. Her brother is learning how to read. But the truth has a way of revealing itself, much to Tazmin's dismay.

Curse of the Egyptian Princess

K.C. Kelley Lisa Naffziger (illustrator) (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647476106

Centuries after the Egyptian princess was buried in an elaborate tomb, explorers discovered the coffin lid of Amen-Ra. But they may have uncovered more than an amazing ancient artifact. A string of mysterious accidents and sudden deaths plagued those who handled the lid. Could the mummified owner of this artifact have cursed all who have taken it from her final resting place? Find out in this graphic thriller. Then, learn more about other famous curses.

The Mask on the Cruise Ship

Melanie Jackson (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781551438108

Dinah Galloway--budding diva, enthusiastic gourmand and amateur detective--is back. This time she has taken to the high seas with a gig in the lounge of an Alaska-bound cruise ship. Also aboard are her mother and her older sister Madge, a moody professor of First Nations art, an elderly woman with romantic intentions toward an even older man, an aspiring thief with gooseberry-colored eyes, and a priceless Native mask that seems to be attracting far too much attention. Also on the ship is Talbot St. John, class heartthrob, with whom Dinah has a running feud. The mask is on its way to a museum to be returned to its ancestral home, but is stolen moments before its delivery. When Dinah is pushed into a glacial lake, the mystery becomes more dangerous and the pool of suspects deepens. As Dinah entertains the passengers and eats her way up the Northwest Coast, a number of potential suspects emerge.

Carnival of Fear

Evan Jacobs (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645988625

The Scarecrow Carnival has finally started. It's Tom and Jake's favorite time of year. But this year their fun takes an unexpected turn when a strange man approaches them in the Vintage Rose booth. Before long, the friends realize that he's up to no good. Will they be able to stop him before the carnival leaves town for good, and takes all of Scarecrow with it?

Found Glory

PJ Gray (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645987772

Apple Glen’s first Founder’s Day is coming up, and Luna plans to research the town’s mysterious founder for an essay contest. There’s just one problem. Not everyone agrees on who founded the town. Can Luna shed light on her town’s history, or will she be left in the dark of Apple Glen’s past?