Katherine Applegate

Sometimes you try something new, like learning to ride a scooter or drawing a perfect cat, and it feels a little tricky at first. This warm and encouraging story, "Sometimes You Fly" by Katherine Applegate, is like a cozy hug that reminds you it's always okay to try and try again! This special book celebrates every single step you take on your journey. Sometimes you'll feel like you're soaring high, just like a bird learning to fly! Other times, you might stumble or not get it exactly right. But guess what? Every single effort, every brave try, helps you learn and makes you stronger. This lovely story shows you that believing in yourself and trying again is the best way to reach for your dreams. It's all about how each small step helps you truly learn to fly. Get ready to feel brave and excited to face any new adventure!

The biggest horse show of the entire year is finally here, and Randy is facing a tough choice. Deep down, she really wants to enter the competition. She knows she owes it to herself and to her amazing horse, Thunder, to give it her best try. They have practiced hard, and she wants to show everyone what they can do together as a team. But there is one big problem standing in her way. Another rider named April Goodman keeps telling Randy that she will look like a fool in front of the whole crowd. Now, Randy is battling her own doubts. You will cheer for Randy as she tries to find her inner courage, overcome her worries, and decide if she is brave enough to ride Thunder into the spotlight for her big chance.

Recovering from a severe accident can be incredibly boring, especially when you are stuck inside a cutting-edge biotechnology facility. Evening Spiker is trapped in her mother's research lab, counting down the days until she can return to her normal life. But everything changes when she is given access to a highly advanced and secretive computer program. This is not just any software. The program allows Evening to genetically engineer the perfect human being. Bored and curious, she begins to design a boy from the ground up, selecting his traits, personality, and physical features. What starts as a fascinating digital experiment takes a wild and dangerous turn when her creation, Adam, actually comes to life. You will be drawn into a thrilling exploration of science, ethics, and unexpected friendship. As Evening learns more about her mother's secretive company and the true nature of her creation, she must decide what it really means to be human. Dive into a gripping science fiction adventure where technology blurs the line between playing a game and playing creator.

Come along with best friends Doggo and Pupper in their latest adventure! This time, their pal Cat has a big surprise: the Humans gave her a brand-new bed. But sometimes, new things can feel a little strange, and Cat really misses her old, cozy spot. That's where Doggo and Pupper leap into action! They know exactly how important feeling cozy can be. Join these two wonderful dogs as they sniff and search, trying to help Cat rediscover what "cozy" truly means. Will they find a soft blanket, a sunny spot, or something else entirely? This sweet story is all about friendship, understanding, and learning that even when things change, you can still find comfort and happiness, especially with good friends by your side. It's a perfect read for anyone who knows what it feels like to miss something familiar and needs a little help finding their way back to cozy.

Step into entirely new dimensions filled with dark magic, futuristic technology, and fractured societies. If you are craving a thrilling escape from reality, this exclusive collection offers the ultimate gateway into seven unforgettable universes. This special edition compilation brings together the gripping opening chapters of some of the most acclaimed young adult novels in modern fantasy and science fiction. You will encounter cybernetic mechanics navigating treacherous royal courts, powerful Grisha summoning the elements, and daring survivors fighting their way through post-apocalyptic underground enclaves. From genetically engineered creations to teenage necromancers discovering their terrifying abilities, every page introduces a uniquely brilliant protagonist facing impossible odds. Whether you are drawn to the shadows of a dystopian rebellion or the glittering danger of a fantasy kingdom, this sampler provides the perfect taste of your next literary obsession. Prepare to sample the brilliant world-building of acclaimed authors and discover which extraordinary realm you want to conquer first. Dive in and find your new favorite story.