Books published by publisher Blue Star Press

Award-winning author Mary Pope Osborne's first middle-grade novel is a gripping girl survival story reminiscent of such classics as *Island of the Blue Dolphins* and *Julie of the Wolves*.LOVE AND LOYALTY PUT TO THE TESTAdaline is a fiery child--an irrepressible combination of her white explorer father Kit Carson and her Arapaho mother. When Ma dies and Pa sets off on an expedition out West, Adaline finds herself living in St. Louis with racist white relatives who call her a savage and work her like a slave.When Adaline realizes she may have been abandoned, she decides to find her own way back to her mother's people, where she is sure her father will find her. With the company of a stray dog, Adaline sets out on a journey that will either save her life--or end it...

Join Ricky and his Robot for some MIGHTY BIG fun in this collection of puzzles, games, jokes, and more. Perfect for kids who aren't quite ready for CU, this activity book is truly out of this world!Join Ricky and his Mighty Robot as they take a break from saving the solar system from certain destruction. With cool crossword puzzles, witty word finds, perplexing puzzles, and just-hilarious jokes, this activity book is a whole galaxy of fun. It will also include fun facts about the solar system and other super-duper space-related stuff. As an added bonus, it will also include a free bound-in sticker sheet featuring Ricky, his Robot, and the bad guys from each planet.

‘Do you like ghost stories, Emily? Mine doesn’t have a happy ending...’Emlynn’s power is spiralling out of control. Still reeling from the dark rite that almost killed her, Emlynn’s life is thrown back into turmoil when Grace requests her help in Cornwall. Caught between the seductive pull of the Veil, and haunted by the memories of a long-dead smuggler, and the apparition of a mysterious woman who is singing men to their deaths, Emlynn needs to get her powers back under control and unravel the mystery before the storm breaks...Other titles in this series:I Belong to the Earth (Book 1)Girl's Night In (Short story 1.3)Friendly Fire (Short story 1.4 - free on Author Website)Amazing Grace (Novella 1.5)Amy's Academicals (Novella 1.9)I am the Silence (Book 2)Ciaran's Chance (Novella 2.1 - free and exclusive from author website)The Black Dog of Lyme (Short story 2.2 - free from author website)I Hold the Tide (Book 3)Lucas Underground (Novella 3.5 - coming soon)A Candle against the Dark (Shot story 3.8 - coming soon)I Rule the Night (Book 4 - coming December 2017)

In an engaging story with the humor and silliness of Curious George, Caldecott Honor illustrator Diane Goode presents the hilarious tale of a young boy and his pet monkey aboard an ocean liner.Bertie and his pet monkey Mo are thrilled when they receive an invitation from Bertie's grandfather to join him for lunch on the Blue Star luxury cruise ship. There's only one rule, Bertie's grandfather tells them: Mo must act like a gentleman. Once they're on board, Mo decides to behave just like the grandest gentleman he sees--in typical "monkey see, monkey do" fashion. Mo helps a lady into her chair, but somehow she lands on the floor! He even dances with two of the finest ladies...but doesn't notice they're already dancing with their husbands! Unhappy, Mo goes for a walk on deck, where he sees the grand gentleman fall overboard. Without thinking, Mo leaps over the rail just as the gentleman did, and he saves the man, proving that a monkey can be a true gentleman after all.

Artist Lisa Desimini presents the daily activities and special friendship between two police officers. Just the right mix of lively pictures, action and a simple story to be perfect for young childrenPoliceman Lou and Policewoman Sue are good friends. Together they patrol the town, keeping the streets safe and clear of problems. They write tickets and help people across traffic. Their somewhat peaceful route gets a sudden jolt, however, when an old woman's purse is stolen and Lou and Sue have to jump to catch the thief. Readers will enjoy the details of Lou and Sue's police duties, along with their special friendship: one formed by working together, relying on each other in duty, and then relaxing over a friendly dinner at the end of the day. Backmatter includes safety tips.