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  • Kendra Kandlestar and the Door to Unger

    Lee Edward Födi

    language (Simply Read Books, Nov. 10, 2013)
    The second book in bestselling author Lee Edward Födi’s Kendra Kandlestar series of magical chapter books! Everyone knows that the creatures of the outside world are forbidden to enter the land of Een. That’s why Kendra is so surprised when a giant Unger arrives in the middle of the night to deliver a cryptic message: If she can find the Door to Unger, she will be able to unlock the truth about her long-lost family. But is he telling the truth, or is it a dangerous trap?
  • The Red Tree

    Shaun Tan

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, March 1, 2003)
    Awakening one day to a dark and somber mood, a little girl faces a day where everything goes very badly, and seeks hope amid her sadness.
  • Murilla Gorilla, Jungle Detective

    Jennifer Lloyd, Jacqui Lee

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, May 30, 2013)
    Murilla Gorilla, the jungle detective, is woken up by a new case: Ms. Chimpanzee’s muffins were stolen. But who did it? It’s up to Murilla to find out... as long as she can find her badge first! Murilla may seem like a hopeless detective—disorganized, messy and always thinking about her next snack—but out of her mess come some pretty good ideas, and some pretty funny moments too.
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  • Kendra Kandlestar and the Box of Whispers

    Lee Edward Födi

    eBook (Simply Read Books, Nov. 10, 2013)
    The first book in the Kendra Kandlestar series. For over a thousand years, the Box of Whispers has guarded the most precious treasure in the Land of Een. But when the box is suddenly stolen, young Kendra Kandlestar finds herself swept away on a magical adventure where doors speak in riddles, plants cast dangerous spells, and strange creatures lurk in every shadow. With only a handful of enchanted carrot seeds to help her, will Kendra be able to overcome these perils and find the fabled chest? There’s only one way to find out: peer inside the Box of Whispers and discover a world of magic, monsters, and mystery!
  • Murilla Gorilla and the Lost Parasol

    Jennifer Lloyd, Jacqui Lee

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, Nov. 20, 2013)
    A rainstorm has passed through Mango Market. Parrot is upset by a missing parasol at his parasol stand. It is up to Murilla, the disorganized, messy and seemingly hopeless detective to solve the case. Can she do it? Of course she wants to help her friend, but first Murilla needs to find her magnifying glass.
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  • The World Is Your Oyster

    Tamara James, Emma Sancartier

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, Feb. 23, 2010)
    A inspiring story, illustrated with vibrant watercolors and created using different idioms, that playfully teaches the complexities of language, making it perfect for anyone learning about this delightful mode of expression.
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  • Cozy Classics: Jane Eyre

    Jack Wang, Holman Wang

    Board book (Simply Read Books, Nov. 20, 2013)
    Give a kid a classic! Cozy Classics is the popular board book series that presents well-loved stories to children aged 0+ through twelve child-friendly words and twelve needle-felted illustrations. Jane Eyre is Charlotte Brontë’s mysterious romance about a young governess who discovers a terrible secret about the man she loves, and is one of the world’s most beloved classics. Now you can share this classic with children of any age. www.mycozyclassics.com
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  • Ella's Umbrellas

    Jennifer Lloyd, Ashley Spires

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, March 23, 2010)
    A companion book to the popular The Red Shoes, brought to life through rhythmic text and watercolor illustrations by an award-winning author/illustrator team, promotes a positive message of sharing abundance through the tale of Ella, the girl with every color umbrella under the rainbow.
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  • The Emily Starr Series; All Three Novels - Emily of New Moon, Emily Climbs and Emily's Quest

    L. M. Montgomery

    Paperback (Read Books, Aug. 24, 2017)
    This series tells the story of an orphaned girl using her wit and courage to face the harsh world she finds herself in. Emily grows from childhood to adulthood over the course of the three books. Written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, the Canadian author who is perhaps best known for her novel ‘Anne of Green Gables.’ A fascinating novel of the period that is still an interesting and entertaining read today.Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled 'Anne of Green Gables'. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name.
  • Rokko

    Paola Opal

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, Jan. 10, 2012)
    Rokko the baby raccoon is sure he can find the perfect spot to sleep all by himself, but when he finally locates the spot, he also realizes that sometimes doing everything on his own can be lonely.
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  • Ryan Heshka's ABC Spookshow

    Ryan Heshka

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, Aug. 28, 2007)
    Illustrates an alphabet's worth of supernatural, creepy, and scary things, from apparitions to zombies.
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  • Penguin and the Cupcake

    Ashley Spires

    Hardcover (Simply Read Books, Jan. 26, 2014)
    Most penguins are happy to eat fish everyday, but not Penguin. He yearns for something sweet, something tasty, something covered in pink icing. So Penguin journeys to the Northern Hemisphere in search of a cupcake. Along the way he encounters Walrus and Polar Bear, who don't know anything about cupcakes, but sure have a think or two to say about Penguin's storytelling skills.
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