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18881) Match point!
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"Rosie Vo is at odds with her dad. He pushes his racquetball hobby on to her to the point that she dreads ever spending time with him. Thankfully, new kid Blair moves to town and becomes fast friends with Rosie. She's cool, a great listener, and even better, the best distraction from the tension Rosie feels at home. Rosie's convinced Blair is the answer to all her dad-problems. If only Blair could be the racquetball genius Rosie's dad has always wanted!...
18883) The fox maidens
Author
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
Set in 16th century Korea, this queer, feminist reimagining of the Fox Maiden legend from Korean mythology follows Kai Song, who is determined to be a warrior as she must come to terms with her true identity and take control of her destiny after learning a deadly secret
Kai Song dreams of being a warrior. She wants to follow in the footsteps of her beloved father, the commander of the Royal Legion. But while her father believes in Kai and trains...
18884) The other side of the Wall
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Simon Schwartz was born in 1982 in the GDR (East Germany). One and a half years later, he left the country with his parents, and the family resettled in West Berlin. As political dissidents, his parents experienced harassment by the Stasi and a lack of understanding from members of their own family. This striking graphic novel memoir chronicles the family's difficult journey to get to the other side of the Berlin Wall"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Confessions novels volume 4
Pub. Date
2015
Description
Tandy Angel is losing her mind, or so she thinks. Even as she's forced to fight for the family company, she's imagining new dangers in every shadow. And as her detective prowess is called into question and her paranoia builds, she has to face the very real possibility that the stalker she's convinced will take her life could be all in her head; or the very real danger that finally brings her down.
18886) Opal dream
Series
Pub. Date
[2007]
Description
Kellyanne has two of the best friends in the world. The only problem is that nobody sees them but her. When her father leaves them in an opal mine, it's up to Kellyanne's brother to rally the town to find these two imaginary friends.
18888) Lord of the rings
Pub. Date
c2001
Description
When a dangerous and powerful magic ring falls into his hands, a hobbit named Frodo gets caught up in an adventure. The mighty wizard Gandolf and a daring band of elves, dwarfs and warriors defend their enchanted land from the wicked sorcerer who would see it destroyed.
Author
Series
Amelia rules! volume 2
Pub. Date
2011.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"G.A.S.P. (Gathering of Awesome Super Pals) learns more about Amelia's mysterious aunt Tanner's past, deals with first love, figures out what it takes to be a superhero, and proves that eggs aren't just a part of a balanced breakfast!"--Dust jacket.
18890) Romulus, My Father
Pub. Date
2008.
Description
Based on Raimond Gaita's critically acclaimed memoir, this film tells the story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is, ultimately, a story of impossible love that celebrates the unbreakable bond between a father and a son.
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
A period of immense economic change, of huge fortunes made and lost, and the rise of disparity between old money and new. A wide-eyed young scion of a conservative family, Marian, embarks on a mission to infiltrate the wealthy neighboring clan or her aunts Agnes van Rhijn and Ada Brook, dominated by ruthless railroad tycoon George Russell, his rakish son, Larry, and his ambitious wife, Bertha. In this exciting new world that is on the brink of the...
18893) The Presidents: collection
Series
Pub. Date
c2008
Description
A deft politician and skillful diplomat, TR's magnetic personality and genius for publicity made him a legend in his own time. Through archival footage and interviews with historians, this is an engaging portrait of the private man and the president who created the modern American presidency
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
What do drawing, chickens, grandparents and elephants have in common? They're all things Elmo loves! Experience over two hours of fun as Sesame Street's furry red monster explores wonderful topics kids love to ask about including: emotions, grandparents, bus drivers, drawing, fruit, and more!
18895) Flicka
Pub. Date
[2006]
Description
Katy dreams of filling her father's shoes by taking over their ranch, while her father wants better for her. When she finds and tries to tame a wild horse, she learns how alike she and this stallion truly are.
Author
Pub. Date
[2011]
Appears on list
Description
The incredible true account of Kamila Sidiqi who, when her father and brother were forced to flee Kabul, became the sole breadwinner for her five siblings. Armed only with grit and determination, she picked up a needle and thread and created a thriving business of her own and held her family together.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Appears on list
Description
Born on a farm and named in a field by her parents -- artist Chrisann Brennan and Steve Jobs -- Lisa Brennan-Jobs's childhood unfolded in a rapidly changing Silicon Valley. When she was young, Lisa's father was a mythical figure who was rarely present in her life. As she grew older, her father took an interest in her, ushering her into a new world of mansions, vacations, and private schools. His attention was thrilling, but he could also be cold,...
Pub. Date
c2007
Description
"By now, the Camdens have become like an extension of our own families. For minister Eric Camden (Stephen Collins) and his wife Annie (Catherine Hicks), it's a season of romance-- for their children, that is! Mary (Jessica Biel) meets the man of her dreams, even while doing community service. Matt (Barry Watson) has girlfriend, and ex-girfriend problems. And even little man of the house Simon (David Gallagher) discovers how much trouble a hickey can...
18900) Jingle all the way
Pub. Date
[2004]
Description
Harried mattress salesman Howard Langston is late for his son Jamie's karate class. To placate his unhappy son he asks him if there is anything special he wants for Christmas. He wants Turbo Man, the hottest toy of the season. Howard naturally forgets to buy it, and since it's Christmas Eve no stores have it in stock. Howard starts on a desperate quest to get the toy and reunite his family.