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Libba Bray
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Libba Bray

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Libba Bray is an acclaimed American author known for her engaging and often supernatural young adult fiction. She is best recognized for penning the New York Times bestselling Gemma Doyle Trilogy and the captivating historical fantasy series The Diviners. Her work frequently blends elements of mystery, history, and the paranormal to create richly detailed worlds that resonate with a wide audience.
Gemma Doyle

A Great and Terrible Beauty

Libba Bray

History Magic
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Under The Same Stars

Libba Bray

Courage Fiction
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The Diviners

The Diviners

Libba Bray

History
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The Diviners

Before the Devil Breaks You

Libba Bray

Friendship Magic
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The Diviners

The King of Crows

Libba Bray

Action Adventure
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Kari

Libba Bray

Family Humor
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Gemma Doyle

Rebel Angels

Libba Bray

Friendship History
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It's Just a Jump to the Left

Libba Bray

Emotions Friendship
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Beauty Queens

Libba Bray

Adventure Humor
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Going Bovine

Libba Bray

Adventure Friendship
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Gemma Doyle

The Gemma Doyle Trilogy

Libba Bray

Fantasy Friendship
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The Diviners

Lair of Dreams

Libba Bray

Dreams History
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Radio Free Texas

Libba Bray

Humor Music
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Gemma Doyle

The Sweet Far Thing

Libba Bray

Action Friendship
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Miss Tizzy

Libba Moore Gray, Libba Bray

Emotions Empathy
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Vacations from Hell

Cassandra Clare, Maureen Johnson, Sarah Mlynowski, Libba Bray, Claudia Gray, Maud Desurvire

Anthologies Short Stories
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Zombies vs. Unicorns

Holly Black, Libba Bray, Cassandra Clare, Maureen Johnson, Scott Westerfeld, Garth Nix, Justine Larbalestier, Alaya Dawn Johnson, Carrie Ryan, Kathleen Duey, Meg Cabot, Margo Lanagan, Naomi Novik, Diana Peterfreund

Anthologies Fantasy
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Who Done It?

Sara Shepard, Liz Braswell, Libba Bray, Maureen Johnson, David Levithan, Peter Brown, Melissa De La Cruz, Jon Scieszka, Barry Lyga, Lemony Snicket, Rebecca Stead, Kiersten White, Gayle Forman, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Lauren Myracle, Lev Grossman, Ned Vizzini, Todd Strasser, Jennifer E. Smith, Jordan Sonnenblick, Robin Wasserman, Michelle Zink, Susane Colasanti, Sarah Beth Durst, Lindsey Kelk, Lauren Oliver, Natalie Standiford, Melissa C. Walker, Jen Calonita, Adele Griffin, J.R. Angelella, Kate Angelella, Jennifer Belle, Steve Brezenoff, Elise Broach, Patrick Carman, Elizabeth Craft, Julia DeVillers, Paige Pooler, Larry Doyle, Dave Eggers, Daniel Ehrenhaft, Elizabeth Eulberg, Helen Fitzgerald, Aimee Friedman, Margaux Froley, Claudia Gabel, Michelle Gagnon, Adam Gidwitz, Anna Godbersen, Julia Mayer, Rebecca Gibel

Anthologies Fiction
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Up All Night

David Levithan, Laura Geringer Bass, Sarah Weeks, Gene Luen Yang, Ariel Pollak, Peter Abrahams, Libba Bray, Patricia McCormick

Anthologies Fiction
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All the Wrong Questions

File Under: 13 Suspicious Incidents: Reports 7-13

Lemony Snicket, Jon Klassen, Holly Black, Seth, Jon Scieszka, Terry Gross, Sarah Vowell, Libba Bray, Ira Glass, Sophie Blackall, Chris Kluwe, Sook-Yin Lee, Rachel Maddow, Stephin Merritt, Wesley Stace

Humor Mystery
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By: Libba Bray
The year is 1895, and sixteen year old Gemma Doyle's life is forever fractured by her mother's tragic suicide. Shipped away from the vibrant life she knew in India, she arrives at Spence Academy, a chillingly proper boarding school in London. Lonely and consumed by guilt, Gemma faces an icy reception from her wealthy, snobbish peers. To complicate matters, she is plagued by terrifying visions of the future that have a deeply unsettling habit of coming true. As if her waking nightmares are not enough, a mysterious young Indian man has followed her across the globe with a singular purpose: to watch her every move. Drawn into a dangerous entanglement with the school's most powerful clique, Gemma discovers a hidden gateway to a breathtaking but treacherous spiritual realm. As the girls test the limits of this dark magic, they awaken forces they cannot control. Gemma must unravel the deadly secrets of her mother's past to understand her own terrifying destiny in this lush, gothic masterpiece.
History Magic Schools
13-18 Years 403 Pages
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Jump into a world of hidden messages and ancient secrets! Imagine a special tree, called the Bridegroom's Oak, where people long ago left notes for others. This tree holds many mysteries that are just waiting to be discovered. The story takes you on an exciting journey through three different times. First, travel back to the 1940s in Germany, where a girl named Sophie finds a surprising message from a secret friend. Her best friend, Hanna, is also sending important notes, trying to be brave and help in a challenging time. Then, explore the 1980s, where an American girl named Jenny makes new friends and tries to understand her new home. She meets Lena, a spirited girl who wants to bring people together. Finally, join modern-day friends Miles and Chloe. They receive a mysterious package that leads them to investigate an old puzzle about two teenagers who disappeared from the Bridegroom's Oak a very long time ago. Can you help these friends from different eras piece together the clues? This book is all about friendship, courage, and uncovering the amazing true stories that connect us all through time!
Courage Fiction Friendship History Mystery
13-18 Years 480 Pages
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The Diviners

The Diviners

By: Libba Bray
New York City in 1926 is a glittering playground of speakeasies, Ziegfeld girls, and reckless excitement. Evie O'Neill has just arrived from her boring hometown, ready to embrace the thrill of the Roaring Twenties. She only has one problem. She must live with her uncle Will, a man completely obsessed with the occult. Evie is desperate to keep her own dark secret hidden. She possesses a supernatural gift that has brought her nothing but trouble. Her glamorous new life takes a terrifying turn when the police discover a murdered girl branded with a cryptic occult symbol. Suddenly, Evie realizes her dangerous power might be the only way to catch a brutal serial killer. She is plunged into a chilling investigation that peels back the bright facade of the jazz age to reveal a mystical horror creeping across the city. This opening chapter of a breathtaking historical fiction series delivers a perfect blend of high stakes glamour, rat-a-tat banter, and cold blooded supernatural terror.
History
13-18 Years 85 Pages
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The year is 1927, and the bright lights of New York City can no longer hide the creeping darkness. After surviving a supernatural sleeping sickness that nearly destroyed their group, the Diviners are tired of the endless lies. They are determined to understand the true origin of their extraordinary powers, but a new terror is rising. Out on Ward's Island, far from the jazz clubs and parties, sits a grim mental hospital haunted by the forgotten dead. These sinister ghosts hold dangerous ties to the man in the stovepipe hat, the terrifying King of Crows. With panic gripping the city and reports of possession flooding the streets, the Diviners must band together to infiltrate the asylum. This desperate fight will expose explosive secrets from the past, testing their loyalties, friendships, and romances. Malevolent forces are gathering for a battle over the very soul of the nation, and the Diviners may be the ultimate sacrifice. Brace yourself for heart pounding action and eerie encounters in this gripping continuation of the saga.
Friendship Magic
13-18 Years 560 Pages
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The Diviners

The King of Crows

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The Diviners are on the run. Following a devastating explosion that cost them one of their own, the young heroes are now hunted by the United States government and pushed to the brink of a massive supernatural war. Memphis and Isaiah flee from the relentless Shadow Men, desperately seeking safety. During their escape, Isaiah receives a startling vision of Sarah Beth Olson, a girl who might hold the key to stopping the King of Crows forever. Meanwhile, Jericho returns with shocking secrets about the true intentions behind this army of the dead. The fractured group must make a perilous journey to Bountiful, Nebraska, hoping to join forces and make one final stand. But as rumors spread of towns suddenly turning into ghost towns and the dead gaining unprecedented new abilities, time is running out. The Diviners must confront their deepest fears and learn to completely trust each other if they want to save the world from total catastrophe. Experience the breathless conclusion to this epic historical fantasy series.
Action Adventure
13-18 Years 560 Pages
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Turning sixteen is supposed to be the ultimate milestone, a time for dating, driving, and unforgettable memories. For Kari, her Sweet Sixteen party is her one desperate chance to finally impress the boy she has secretly loved since the seventh grade. Set against the backdrop of a lively South Carolina bash featuring the coolest local swing band, everything seems perfectly arranged for a romantic breakthrough. But life has a funny way of ruining the best laid plans. When her wildly embarrassing family gets involved, the entire evening spirals into chaotic and hilarious territory. Instead of the sophisticated impression she meticulously planned, Kari finds herself navigating a series of laugh out loud disasters. Will she be able to salvage the night and catch her crush's eye, or will this milestone birthday become a total bust? This playful coming of age story captures the high stakes, crushing anxieties, and unexpected surprises of high school romance.
Family Humor
13-18 Years 232 Pages
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Gemma Doyle

Rebel Angels

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London is preparing to ring in the New Year of 1896, and Gemma Doyle is looking forward to a festive escape from Spence Academy. Between glamorous balls and the attentions of a handsome young lord, she hopes to briefly forget her duties. But the magical world refuses to be ignored. Gemma's visions are growing darker, showing her terrifying glimpses of three girls dressed in white who have suffered a horrific fate. Drawn back into the enchanted realms, Gemma and her friends Felicity and Ann reunite with their lost friend Pippa. Yet, this magical sanctuary is breaking down. The mysterious Kartik returns with an urgent warning that Gemma must find the Temple and bind the wild magic before disaster strikes. To succeed, she must face Circe, her mother's greatest friend turned deadly foe. Navigating Victorian high society and a treacherous spiritual realm, Gemma must weigh her desires against a destiny that demands ultimate sacrifice. Step back into this elegant gothic saga where passion and terror intertwine.
Friendship History Magic
13-18 Years 592 Pages
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The moment the theater lights dim and the iconic red lips flash onto the screen, the audience erupts. For Leta, there is nothing quite like the electric thrill of sitting in the dark with a crowd of strangers, sharing an experience that makes everyone feel like instantly close friends. Best friends Agnes and Leta have built a sacred Friday night ritual around this exact feeling. They spend hours testing out dramatic eyeliner and torturing their hair into perfect chaos before hitting the Cineplex for the midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. But this beloved routine shatters when Agnes starts dating a new guy and suddenly leaves Leta behind. Grappling with an awkward first kiss, a massive crush on the cute guy working the concession stand, and the stinging absence of her father, Leta feels her world spinning out of control. This heartfelt, nostalgic narrative captures the messy, confusing transition between childhood and adolescence, exploring whether a fractured friendship can ever be repaired.
Emotions Friendship Movies Short Stories
13-18 Years 38 Pages
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The fifty eager contestants of the Miss Teen Dream pageant have spent months perfecting their circle turns, practicing their dance numbers, and memorizing perfectly harmless interview answers. Their biggest worry is hairspray humidity until their plane suddenly crashes on a deserted tropical island. Stranded with only their evening gowns, scattered sequins, and battery powered hair dryers, the survivors face an immediate crisis. Should they hunt for food and fresh water, or diligently continue their pageant prep in case the television cameras show up? The Corporation expects them to uphold the highest standards of beauty and cheerful behavior at all times. But as the days pass without rescue, the girls must peel back the layers of lip gloss and fierce competition to discover their own feral survival skills. This biting, laugh out loud satire takes a wildly funny look at beauty standards, commercialism, and the savage power of teenage girls pushed to their absolute limits.
Adventure Humor
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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Sixteen year old Cameron Smith has a very simple life plan: survive the soul crushing boredom of high school with the absolute minimum amount of effort possible. It seems like a foolproof strategy until he receives a devastating medical diagnosis. He has contracted a rare, fatal illness and is going to die. Just as he prepares to accept his grim fate, hope crashes into his hospital room in the form of Dulcie, a loopy, punk rock angel with a serious sugar addiction. She insists there is a cure out there, but Cameron has to fight for it. Teaming up with a death obsessed video gaming dwarf and a remarkably aggressive yard gnome, Cameron embarks on the mother of all road trips across a deeply twisted, hallucinatory version of America. As he chases down the impossible, Cameron is forced to grapple with the biggest questions of human existence. This sublimely surreal and darkly comedic adventure brilliantly explores the beautiful tragedy of learning how to actually live.
Adventure Friendship Humor
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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Step into the complete journey of Gemma Doyle, a sweeping Victorian saga that blends boarding school drama with dark, intoxicating magic. After the tragic loss of her mother, sixteen year old Gemma leaves India for Spence Academy in London. Her reception is icy, but soon she is drawn into the school's most powerful clique and discovers her own terrifying ability to see the future. These visions lead her to an enchanted realm and a shadowy group known as the Order. As Gemma and her friends Felicity, Ann, and Pippa explore this magical world, they realize that power comes with a devastating price. From the halls of Spence to the bustling streets of a snowy London Christmas, and finally into a world where rules mean everything, Gemma must fight to survive and bind the magic before chaos is unleashed. This complete collection brings together all three novels of friendship, destiny, and supernatural intrigue. Will Gemma accept her fate, or will the Victorian society she rebels against finally crush her spirit?
Fantasy Friendship Magic
13-18 Years 1856 Pages
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The Diviners

Lair of Dreams

By: Libba Bray
Evie O'Neill has officially stepped into the glittering spotlight. After helping to take down a supernatural serial killer, she has revealed her secret to the world and become New York City's most famous Diviner. Crowned America's Sweetheart Seer, she is living the glamorous high life of the Roaring Twenties. But her fellow Diviners are not celebrating. Piano player Henry Dubois and Chinatown resident Ling Chan share a dangerous, hidden power of their own. They can walk through other people's dreams. As Evie basks in her new fame, a mysterious sleeping sickness begins claiming victims across the city. People fall asleep and never wake up. While Henry searches the dreamworld for a lost love and Ling fights for her future, they realize a malevolent force is infecting the city's slumber. A man in a stovepipe hat is weaving a terrifying web that threatens to consume them all. The Diviners must descend into the dangerous depths of the dreamworld to save the city in this heart stopping, eerie historical thriller.
Dreams History
13-18 Years 624 Pages
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Bowie is kicking off his senior year feeling completely unmoored in his stifling Texas town. He is sure of only one thing: he is hopelessly captivated by Comet Jensen. She is a girl so wildly rebellious that she actually sets off a firecracker on the very first day of classes. Knowing Comet is one strike away from permanent expulsion, Bowie makes a split second decision to take the blame for her explosive stunt. His punishment lands him community service at a dusty local radio station managed by a deeply antisocial rebel named Marlon. Thrown into the world of vinyl records and broadcasting, Bowie suddenly discovers he has a voice and a reason to use it. More importantly, his sacrifice might just spark a real connection with Comet. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1980s, this nostalgic and funny narrative captures the chaotic messy beauty of high school. It is a heartfelt reminder that coming of age, much like falling in love, is never a solo project.
Humor Music
13-18 Years
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It has been a transformative and terrifying year since Gemma Doyle first walked through the foreboding doors of Spence Academy. Having successfully bound the wild, dark magic of the realms to herself, Gemma has forged powerful but fragile alliances. She relies on her headstrong friend Felicity, the timid Ann, and Kartik, the exotic young man whose companionship is strictly forbidden by society. Now, as Gemma prepares for the glittering pressure of her London debut, the ultimate test approaches. The mysterious Order is aggressively grappling for absolute control of the magical realms, putting Gemma directly in their crosshairs. Even worse, the beloved friend she thought she saved is changing into something unrecognizable. As the bonds of friendship face their most grueling trial, Gemma must make a definitive choice about her future. The destiny she is pulled toward threatens to unleash chaos upon the rigid Victorian society she despises. In this stunning conclusion, Gemma must decide where she truly belongs and find the courage to survive.
Action Friendship Magic
13-18 Years 832 Pages
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While the neighborhood adults whisper about her eccentricities, the local youth recognize Miss Tizzy for the remarkable soul she truly is. With her vibrant wardrobe and brightly painted home, she offers a sanctuary of creativity and acceptance. She dedicates her days to baking, organizing elaborate backyard pageants, and encouraging the children to paint sunshine for those struggling with darker days. Under the evening stars, she shares quiet moments and moon songs, fostering a profound sense of belonging. She is the eccentric, fiercely loving mentor everyone wishes they had. But when Miss Tizzy falls seriously ill and is confined to her bed, the vibrant neighborhood suddenly goes quiet. It is now up to the young people she mentored to step up and return the profound kindness she instilled in them. This tender, intergenerational narrative explores the deep emotional bonds we form with the unconventional mentors who shape our formative years, delivering a powerful message about empathy, legacy, and the true meaning of community.
Emotions Empathy Fiction Friendship Kindness
13-18 Years 40 Pages
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By: Cassandra Clare , Maureen Johnson , Sarah Mlynowski , Libba Bray , Claudia Gray , Maud Desurvire
Pack your bags for a journey into the unexpected. This gripping collection brings together top young adult authors to explore a universal teenage experience—the family vacation—with a distinctly supernatural twist. From tropical beaches to ancient European towns, these five unique short stories reveal what happens when ordinary trips take a sharp turn into the paranormal. Follow a teen witch whose sunny getaway is ruined by a centuries-old grudge, navigate a cruise ship populated by undead passengers, and witness a chilling madness born from the French Revolution reaching across time. Blending dark comedy, creeping dread, and unexpected romance, these tales prove that lost luggage and bad sunburns are the least of your worries when magic is involved. It is a thrilling, suspenseful ride that explores the spooky side of summer breaks and will make you think twice about your next holiday destination.
Anthologies Short Stories
13-18 Years 288 Pages
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By: Holly Black , Libba Bray , Cassandra Clare , Maureen Johnson , Scott Westerfeld , Garth Nix , Justine Larbalestier , Alaya Dawn Johnson , Carrie Ryan , Kathleen Duey , Meg Cabot , Margo Lanagan , Naomi Novik , Diana Peterfreund
The ultimate supernatural debate has finally arrived, and you are forced to pick a side. Are you captivated by the majestic, glittering power of the unicorn, or do you respect the relentless, brain-hungry force of the zombie? This incredible collection brings the greatest argument in fantasy history to life, presenting fierce and wildly entertaining arguments for both mythical camps. Inside, an all-star lineup of bestselling authors crafts spectacular short stories designed to win your allegiance. Half the tales explore the terrifying power and surprising badassery of the walking dead, while the other half unveil the hidden strengths, majestic magic, and dark secrets of the horned beasts. Immerse yourself in a hilarious, dark, and wildly creative anthology that pits brains against manes in spectacular fashion. With brilliant, unpredictable stories from the biggest voices in young adult fantasy, the only question left to answer is: whose team are you on?
Anthologies Fantasy Fiction Humor Short Stories
13-18 Years 432 Pages
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By: Sara Shepard , Liz Braswell , Libba Bray , Maureen Johnson , David Levithan , Peter Brown , Melissa De La Cruz , Jon Scieszka , Barry Lyga , Lemony Snicket , Rebecca Stead , Kiersten White , Gayle Forman , Jacquelyn Mitchard , Lauren Myracle , Lev Grossman , Ned Vizzini , Todd Strasser , Jennifer E. Smith , Jordan Sonnenblick , Robin Wasserman , Michelle Zink , Susane Colasanti , Sarah Beth Durst , Lindsey Kelk , Lauren Oliver , Natalie Standiford , Melissa C. Walker , Jen Calonita , Adele Griffin , J.R. Angelella , Kate Angelella , Jennifer Belle , Steve Brezenoff , Elise Broach , Patrick Carman , Elizabeth Craft , Julia DeVillers , Paige Pooler , Larry Doyle , Dave Eggers , Daniel Ehrenhaft , Elizabeth Eulberg , Helen Fitzgerald , Aimee Friedman , Margaux Froley , Claudia Gabel , Michelle Gagnon , Adam Gidwitz , Anna Godbersen , Julia Mayer , Rebecca Gibel
Prepare for a literary whodunit like no other! When the notoriously unpleasant book editor Herman Mildew is found murdered, the guest list for his last party becomes a suspect list of epic proportions. Over eighty of your favorite young adult and children's authors, from Jon Scieszka to John Green, find themselves under the magnifying glass. Each author must provide an alibi, but there's a catch: every single one of them is a fabulist, a storyteller with something to hide. Dive into this star-studded anthology where every alibi is a twisted tale, and the truth is buried under layers of creative deception. Can you piece together the clues from these unreliable narrators and figure out who finally silenced the cantankerous Mildew? This collection of short, intriguing mysteries offers a unique challenge, blending humor and suspense as you try to solve the ultimate literary puzzle.
Anthologies Fiction Humor Mystery Problem Solving Short Stories
13-18 Years 373 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Laura Geringer Bass , Sarah Weeks , Gene Luen Yang , Ariel Pollak , Peter Abrahams , Libba Bray , Patricia McCormick
Have you ever wondered what happens while the rest of the world is fast asleep? In this collection of short stories, the night is just beginning. When the sun goes down and the lights flick off, an entirely different kind of adventure sparks to life. You will meet young people who find themselves awake during the quietest, darkest hours, each facing their own unique challenges and discoveries. Some are looking for answers, while others are just trying to find themselves in the shadows of the night. Whether they are sneaking out, staying in, or wandering through empty streets, these characters experience moments of mystery, excitement, and deep reflection. You will find yourself turning the pages as their nighttime journeys unfold, exploring the secrets that only the dark can hide. Brought to you by some of the most celebrated writers in young literature, these tales capture the magic and sometimes the loneliness of staying awake when everyone else is dreaming. If you love a good mix of drama, friendship, and the thrill of the unknown, this collection will keep you hooked long past your own bedtime. Grab a flashlight, get cozy, and get ready to read into the late hours.
Anthologies Fiction Friendship Short Stories
9-12 Years 220 Pages
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Reports 7-13

By: Lemony Snicket , Jon Klassen , Holly Black , Seth , Jon Scieszka , Terry Gross , Sarah Vowell , Libba Bray , Ira Glass , Sophie Blackall , Chris Kluwe , Sook-Yin Lee , Rachel Maddow , Stephin Merritt , Wesley Stace
Jump into the mystery Paintings are tumbling off walls, a very loud dog has vanished without a trace, and a spooky figure is roaming the pier at midnight. The strange town of Stain'd-By-The-Sea is filled with peculiar happenings, and a young apprentice named Lemony Snicket is the only one who can figure out what is really going on. But he cannot do it alone. He needs your sharp eyes and clever mind to help crack the cases. Why you will love it If you enjoy solving puzzles and uncovering secrets, this collection of thirteen mini-mysteries will put your detective skills to the ultimate test. You will get to examine the evidence, listen to the bizarre suspects, and try to piece together the truth before the culprits get away. Once you think you have solved the crime, you can flip to the back of the book to see if your deductions match the real answers. Who it is for Perfect for young sleuths who love interactive stories and quirky characters. Whether you are already a fan of Lemony Snicket's unfortunate tales or you are looking for a brand new puzzle to solve, these quick and clever cases will keep you guessing until the very last page.
Humor Mystery Short Stories
9-12 Years 92 Pages
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