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Rebecca Stead
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Rebecca Stead

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Rebecca Stead is an acclaimed American author renowned for her engaging and thought-provoking middle-grade fiction. She is best known for her Newbery Medal-winning novel When You Reach Me, as well as other beloved titles like Liar and Spy and Bob. Her writing often blends realistic childhood experiences with elements of mystery and science fiction to captivate young readers.

First Light

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Adventure Environment
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The List of Things That Will Not Change

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Diverse Voices Emotions
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When You Reach Me/First Light

Rebecca Stead

Adventure Anthologies
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The Experiment

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Adventure Fiction
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Anything

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Emotions Family
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When You Reach Me

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Fiction Friendship
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Goodbye Stranger

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Fiction Friendship
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Liar & Spy

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Fiction Friendship
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The Lost Library

Rebecca Stead, Wendy Mass

Cats Friendship
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Bob

Rebecca Stead, Wendy Mass, Nicholas Gannon

Adventure Family
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Newbery Medal Winners Three-Book Collection: Bud, Not Buddy; Moon Over Manifest; When You Reach Me

Christopher Paul Curtis, Rebecca Stead, Clare Vanderpool

Anthologies Award Winners
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Other Worlds

Rick Riordan, Rebecca Stead, Neal Shusterman, Shannon Hale, Jon Scieszka, Ray Bradbury, Shaun Tan, Eric S. Nylund, Greg Ruth, Tom Angleberger, D. J. MacHale, Kenneth Oppel

Adventure Anthologies
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Who Done It?

Liz Braswell, Libba Bray, Maureen Johnson, David Levithan, Lemony Snicket, Rebecca Stead, Sara Shepard, Barry Lyga, Kiersten White, Peter Brown, Melissa De La Cruz, Jon Scieszka, 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, 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

Anthologies Fiction
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By: Rebecca Stead
Peter cannot believe his luck when he is allowed to skip school and join his parents on an incredible research expedition to Greenland. He imagines driving dogsleds and sharing in his father's thrilling work studying global warming on the massive ice cap. But the frozen landscape holds unexpected mysteries, and Peter begins suffering from frightening visions that he cannot explain. Miles beneath the surface, a girl named Thea has never seen the sun. She lives in a hidden, secret world built deep inside the arctic ice, inhabited by an extraordinary group of people who were nearly driven to extinction by those who suspected them of witchcraft. While Peter seeks answers about his terrifying visions on the ice above, Thea dreams of finally carving a path to the Earth's surface. Their two very different worlds are slowly colliding. This stunning adventure weaves science, survival, and deep historical secrets into a chilling mystery. It is a story about the boundaries we build to protect ourselves and the courage it takes to break through the ice and seek the truth.
Adventure Environment Fiction Science Fiction
9-12 Years 336 Pages
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When your family goes through a major shift, it helps to hold onto the facts. After her parents divorce, Bea starts keeping a list in her green notebook of all the things that will stay exactly the same. The very first and most important rule on her list is that her mom and dad will always love her, and they will always love each other. Now, Bea's dad is getting married to his boyfriend, Jesse, and Bea could not be happier. She adores Jesse, and the upcoming wedding means she will finally get the one thing she has always dreamed of having: a sister. Even though she has never actually met Jesse's daughter, Sonia, Bea is absolutely positive they will be best friends right away. But as the wedding day draws closer, Bea discovers that blending families is not always simple. Navigating new relationships brings unexpected questions, big feelings, and wonderful surprises. This warm and honest story explores the beautiful complexities of modern family life, showing how love can expand to make room for everyone when you keep your heart open.
Diverse Voices Emotions Family Fiction
9-12 Years 224 Pages
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Dive into two breathtaking adventures with this special collection featuring a pair of unforgettable novels. In the first story, a sixth-grade girl named Miranda navigates the complex streets of New York City while receiving mysterious notes that seem to predict the future. As she tries to figure out who is sending them and why her best friend has abandoned her, Miranda realizes she must solve a mind-bending puzzle to prevent a tragic death. The second adventure transports you from the city streets to the freezing, isolated landscapes of Greenland. A boy named Peter is on a research expedition with his family when he discovers a hidden, subterranean world deep beneath the arctic ice. There he meets Thea, a bold explorer whose extraordinary people have retreated from the surface to protect their secrets. Together, these two distinct tales blend science, mystery, and friendship. They challenge you to look beyond what is ordinary and discover the incredible secrets hiding just out of sight, whether in a crowded city or a frozen wilderness.
Adventure Anthologies Fiction Mystery Science Fiction
9-12 Years 544 Pages
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Have you ever kept a really big secret? Nathan sure has! He might seem like a regular sixth-grader, going to school and hanging out with his best friend, Victor. But Nathan knows something extraordinary: his family isn't from Earth at all. They're aliens, living here as part of a secret "experiment." Now, the experiment seems to be going wrong. People involved are disappearing, and soon, Nathan's family might be called back to their home planet. This means leaving everything he knows behind. As things get more complicated, Nathan starts to question everything he's ever been told. Who is he really? And where does he truly belong? Join Nathan on this exciting adventure as he searches for answers, discovers the truth about himself, and learns what it means to find your place in a world—or a universe—that feels a little upside down. It's a story about friendship, courage, and finding your own path.
Adventure Fiction Friendship Science Fiction Space
9-12 Years 280 Pages
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Change can feel scary, especially when leaving behind a home you love. When a young girl and her dad move into a new apartment, the empty rooms do not feel right. Hoping to celebrate their fresh start, her dad brings home a cake and tells her she can make three special wishes for absolutely anything. She wishes for wonderful things like a beautiful rainbow and the biggest slice of pizza in the world. But she keeps her most important wish hidden. What she truly wants is to return to her old apartment with its familiar blue bathtub and perfect hiding spots. When she finally finds the courage to share her secret wish out loud, her dad takes her on an unexpected journey. Together, they use love and imagination to discover that home is not just a place, but a feeling you build together.
Emotions Family Fiction Handling Big Emotions Picture Books
6-8 Years 56 Pages
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Sixth grade is already tough enough for Miranda without losing her best friend. She and Sal know every inch of their New York City neighborhood, from the safe spots to the corners you avoid. But when Sal gets punched by a stranger for no apparent reason, he suddenly stops talking to her. Soon after, the spare apartment key her mother hides is stolen, and Miranda begins finding tiny, strange notes. The notes are written just for her, asking for two favors and claiming they want to save her friend's life. At first, it feels like a bizarre prank. But as the mysterious sender accurately predicts things that have not even happened yet, Miranda realizes she is tangled in something impossible. The final message warns her that a tragic death is coming, and only she can stop it by writing down the true story of what happened. This mind-bending mystery blends everyday friendship drama with the thrilling possibility of time travel. It challenges you to look closely at the people around you and see how every small action connects to a much bigger puzzle.
Fiction Friendship Mystery Science Fiction Time Travel
9-12 Years 208 Pages
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Long ago, best friends Bridge, Emily, and Tab made a solemn pact to never fight. But seventh grade changes everything, and keeping that promise is suddenly much harder than it used to be. Emily is dealing with new curves and the unwanted attention they bring, while Tab is throwing herself into activism and the Human Rights Club. Meanwhile, Bridge just wants to wear her fuzzy cat ears to school and figure out her true purpose in life after surviving a terrible accident years ago. Adding to the confusion is Sherm Russo, a boy who is trying to understand what it really means to fall for a girl while still remaining true friends. As the school year pushes them toward Valentine's Day, the entire group is forced to question the boundaries of their relationships. They must figure out who they are becoming and whether growing up inevitably means growing apart. This story dives deep into the awkward, painful, and beautiful moments of middle school. It takes a heartfelt look at the evolving nature of friendship, betrayal, and the challenge of finding your own identity.
Fiction Friendship
9-12 Years 306 Pages
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Moving into a new Brooklyn apartment building changes everything for Georges. He crosses paths with Safer, a coffee-drinking twelve-year-old who runs a spy club right from their lobby. Before Georges knows it, he is recruited for a top-secret assignment to track the mysterious Mr. X living upstairs. The stakeouts and secret meetings seem like a thrilling game at first, offering Georges a distraction from his father's new business struggles and the kids picking on him at school. But spying is complicated. As Safer's demands grow riskier, Georges finds himself caught in a tangle of secrets and lies. He starts to question the rules of their spy game and wonders how far he should really go to keep his only friend. Figuring out the truth might be the hardest mission of all. This story captures the everyday challenges of middle school life, wrapping themes of bullying, family changes, and friendship into a clever mystery. It shows how the greatest adventures sometimes happen right inside your own building, and how being brave does not always mean wearing a disguise.
Fiction Friendship Mystery
9-12 Years 240 Pages
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By: Rebecca Stead , Wendy Mass
When a mysterious Little Free Library appears overnight in the small town of Martinville, eleven-year-old Evan has no idea that his life is about to change. Guarded by a large, watchful orange cat named Mortimer, the library calls to Evan, who plucks two weathered books from its wooden shelves. Soon, Evan and his best friend Rafe discover a hidden connection between one of the old books and a secret, long-ago event that none of the grown-ups in town are willing to talk about. As the two boys dig deeper and start asking the right questions, they uncover answers that will transform their own futures and the entire town. Told from the shifting perspectives of Evan, a ghost librarian named Al, and the aging but beautiful cat Mortimer, this is a timeless mystery about owning your truth, choosing the life you want, and the undeniable magic of a truly good book.
Cats Friendship Ghosts Libraries Mystery
9-12 Years 215 Pages
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By: Rebecca Stead , Wendy Mass , Nicholas Gannon
Livy is back in Australia, visiting her Gran after five whole years! As soon as she steps into Gran's cozy house, a funny feeling washes over her. It's like she's forgotten something super important, something that used to live there. And she's right! Deep in a forgotten closet, Livy finds Bob. Bob has been waiting patiently for Livy all this time. But who is Bob, exactly? And why does he wear a chicken costume? Livy and Bob used to be the best of friends, but now Livy can't remember anything about him. Together, they embark on a sweet, sometimes silly, journey to help Bob return home and to unlock Livy's memories of their special bond. Get ready for a heartwarming adventure about friendship, memory, and the magic of finding what you didn't even know you lost!
Adventure Family Fiction Friendship Humor Mystery
9-12 Years 201 Pages
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Bud, Not Buddy; Moon Over Manifest; When You Reach Me

By: Christopher Paul Curtis , Rebecca Stead , Clare Vanderpool
Discover three remarkable stories that have captured the hearts of readers and won the prestigious Newbery Medal. This powerful collection brings together a trio of unforgettable adventures, each offering a unique window into history, mystery, and the resilience of young people facing the unknown. Your journey begins in 1936 with a motherless boy named Bud hitting the road in Michigan, determined to track down the father he has never met. Next, you will jump off a train in Manifest, Kansas, alongside Abilene Tucker, who uncovers hidden town secrets and embarks on a thrilling spy hunt to understand her father's past. Finally, travel to the streets of New York City, where a sixth grader named Miranda receives mysterious notes that seem to predict the future, drawing her into a mind-bending puzzle she must solve to save a life. These celebrated novels explore profound themes of family, courage, and belonging. Whether you are discovering these characters for the first time or returning to old favorites, these masterful tales promise to stay with you long after you close the book.
Anthologies Award Winners Fiction Mystery
9-12 Years 912 Pages
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Other Worlds

By: Rick Riordan , Rebecca Stead , Neal Shusterman , Shannon Hale , Jon Scieszka , Ray Bradbury , Shaun Tan , Eric S. Nylund , Greg Ruth , Tom Angleberger , D. J. MacHale , Kenneth Oppel
Blast off into ten incredible stories that will whisk you away to amazing "Other Worlds"! What if your brand-new robot shoes decided they had a mind of their own and started a rebellion? Or what if a group of friendly ghosts needed your help to find the perfect new home? Get ready to meet brave heroes, discover planets you've only dreamed of, and laugh out loud at silly surprises around every corner. This collection is packed with adventures that take you from the farthest reaches of outer space to magical lands hidden just beyond your imagination. Explore what happens when everyday life gets a little bit weird, and discover fantastic possibilities with each new tale. Perfect for young readers who love exciting journeys and discovering the unexpected.
Adventure Anthologies Fantasy Humor Science Fiction Short Stories Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 352 Pages
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By: Liz Braswell , Libba Bray , Maureen Johnson , David Levithan , Lemony Snicket , Rebecca Stead , Sara Shepard , Barry Lyga , Kiersten White , Peter Brown , Melissa De La Cruz , Jon Scieszka , 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 , 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
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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