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  • World's Weirdest Bugs and Other Creepy Creatures

    Roberts

    Paperback (Troll Communications, June 1, 1997)
    Introduces the Hercules beetle, praying mantis, giant water bug, stink bug, and jumping spider, and other remarkable insects and spiders, and describes their habits
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  • Father Figure

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Paperback (Bantam, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Sydney's Not so sure about her handler at SD-6. Wilson seemed on the level. He Acted as if he really cared. But a new assignment has given her serious doubts about the man she trusts with her life. Is her boss a Double Agent? If he is , what will he do if he discovers that Sydney knows the truth?
  • Love Hurts

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Bantam Books for Young Readers, April 11, 2000)
    Every time Jenna sees Melanie, all she can think about is the kiss her friend shared with Peter. Jenna wants to believe it meant nothing, but her jealous heart tells her that's not true. Maybe she and Peter never should have turned their friendship into romance. And maybe breaking up would be the best thing for them all. . . .Miguel loves working at the hospital. He's witnessing the incredible skill of the doctors firsthand, and he's making a difference in the lives of sick kids, especially 9-year-old Zach. The nurses have warned him against having favorites, but Miguel can't help getting attached to the brave young boy who's fighting for his life. Besides, Zach's going to get well . . . isn't he?
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  • Sister Spy

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Bantam Books for Young Readers, March 15, 1652)
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  • Skin Deep

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Bantam Books for Young Readers, May 11, 1999)
    When a group of young girls arrives in California on an all-expense paid trip, their excitement is hard to contain as each of them has plans of her own to make their trip the experience of a lifetime
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  • Queen B

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Laurel Leaf, July 10, 2007)
    To B or to Bee?Cassie has been second best all her life, but as Snow Queen runner-up—with a cute new boyfriend, to boot—she’s determined to reach new social heights this semester. The time has come to move from Queen B to Queen Bee.But how is she supposed to fly when life keeps pinching her wings? Her lovesick brother is determined to mortify her in public. She’s in charge of her school’s talentless talent show, where at any moment someone could pull back the curtain and expose her (many) insecurities. The people she cares most about are mad at her. (Again.) And her nemesis, Sterling, has an evil new clone, one who’s making a hobby of humiliating Cassie—and making a beeline for Kevin.Does being popular mean you have to sting like a bee? Or can a girl become queen without losing her honey? Let the buzz begin!From the Hardcover edition.
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  • More Than This

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Bantam Books for Young Readers, Oct. 12, 1999)
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  • The Best Book of Martial Arts

    Lauren Robertson

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 18, 2002)
    From judo to jujitsu and karate to kung fu, this is the perfect introduction for children wanting to learn more about the many different types of martial arts. The full color spreads explore the diverse array of martial arts practiced by various people and cultures around the world. The Best Book of Martial Arts is a terrific resource for any child curious about this exciting family of sports.
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  • The View From the Cherry Tree

    Roberts

    Paperback (Aladdin, April 30, 1987)
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  • The Best Book of Martial Arts

    Lauren Robertson

    Paperback (Kingfisher, June 23, 2020)
    From judo to jujitsu and karate to kung fu, this is the perfect introduction for children wanting to learn more about the many different types of martial arts. The full color spreads explore the diverse array of martial arts practiced by various people and cultures around the world. The Best Book of Martial Arts is a terrific resource for any child curious about this exciting family of sports.
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  • Dream On

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Mass Market Paperback (Bantam Books for Young Readers, Feb. 8, 2000)
    Nicole is desperate to make the CCHS cheerleading squad and this year's competition is even tougher than last. She's got to get some help, and fast. Can Nicole swallow her pride and ask Melanie to coach her?Throwing caution to the wind, Ben decides to pursue his dream girl and ask Angela out. If she says yes, it will be a miracle . . . but miracles do happen! Peter's psyched to run a day camp for the Junior Explorers. It's a big commitment, but he knows he can pull it off, especially if Jenna helps. But his girlfriend seems consumed with her sister Sarah's recovery from a near-fatal car accident. Does Jenna still have time for Peter, or is she slipping away?
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  • The Queen of Second Place

    Laura Peyton Roberts

    Hardcover (Delacorte Books for Young Readers, Sept. 13, 2005)
    No matter how hard she tries, Cassie is always second best—in school, in life, and especially in love. And lately, Sterling Carter is always one pedicured step ahead of her. Cassie is used to it. Mostly. The problem is, right now she and Sterling both want Kevin Matthews. He’s only the hottest new student ever to grace their high school halls. And for the record, Cassie saw him first. But, naturally, Sterling wants him. So Cassie might as well just give up now.Except who says Cassie can’t have an equal chance too? Just because she’s been in second place all her life doesn’t mean things can’t change. . . .
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