Wendy Loggia

Samantha is absolutely terrified of dogs. Big dogs, small dogs, loud dogs, and jumpy dogs all make her extremely nervous. The last thing she ever wants is to be near one. There is just one huge problem. She recently moved to a new school and desperately wants to fit in with her new friends. Because they all belong to the dog-loving Woof Club, Samantha tells a tiny lie. She pretends that she loves dogs just as much as they do. To make matters worse, she even boasts that she is getting a brand new puppy very soon. Now she is trapped in her own story. Samantha has to decide if she should keep pretending to be a dog lover, or if she should finally tell her new friends the truth. She worries that if she comes clean, she might be kicked out of the club and lose her friends forever.

Kaia is absolutely thrilled when her aunt moves and gives her a four-year-old basset hound named Fred. She remembers playing with him when he was a tiny puppy and cannot wait for the fun to begin. But when Fred arrives, Kaia is in for a massive shock. Fred has grown into a very large, heavy dog. Unlike her friends' playful pets, Fred refuses to fetch, never rolls around, and certainly cannot fit into a small bag. Instead, he stares at Kaia with droopy eyes and barks as loudly as a foghorn. Kaia worries her exciting new life with a pet will be incredibly boring. She will have to discover if there is a special way to connect with Fred, or if her giant dog is hiding a few fun tricks up his paws.

Emily is completely obsessed with dogs. She reads books about them, studies their breeds, and knows exactly how to take care of them. As her ninth birthday approaches, she has the absolute perfect present picked out: an adorable, wiggly, yellow Labrador puppy. Unfortunately, her parents are not quite as excited about the idea. They constantly remind Emily that owning a dog is a massive responsibility that requires a lot of hard work. They insist that she needs to be patient and wait until she is older. But Emily is entirely out of patience and feeling deeply disappointed. She knows she is ready for the challenge right now. Emily must find a creative way to prove to her strict parents that she is truly responsible enough to handle the daily chores of pet ownership, hoping she will finally get the furry best friend she has always dreamed of having.

Lauren has always wanted a pet, and she is absolutely delighted when she finally brings home Coco, a precious bichon frise puppy. With her fluffy white fur and affectionate, sloppy kisses, Coco seems like the absolute perfect, picture-ready companion. Lauren imagines them taking calm walks and sitting quietly together. However, she quickly learns that raising a new pet is not always easy. Coco is incredibly mischievous and bursting with wild energy. She loves getting into trouble, chewing on things she shouldn't, and turning Lauren's quiet, organized home completely upside down. Despite the chaos, Lauren has big plans for her energetic new friend. She is determined to enter Coco into the upcoming Little Miss Maple Festival to show off her beautiful puppy to the entire town. But Coco may not be ready for the spotlight. Lauren will have to find a way to teach her wild, hyperactive dog how to sit still and behave before the big festival begins.

Princess Aurora loves her three fairy godmothers more than anyone else in the kingdom. Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather have always been there to protect her and guide her with their magical wands and warm hearts. To show her deep appreciation, Aurora decides to plan the ultimate surprise party to celebrate the three wonderful fairies. She carefully organizes the delicious food, the beautiful decorations, and the perfect guest list. However, Aurora quickly discovers that planning a secret event in a castle filled with magic is much harder than it sounds. The three observant fairies are constantly checking up on her, making it incredibly difficult to hide the balloons and cake. Aurora has to use all of her cleverness to distract her godmothers and keep the massive secret under wraps. She races against the clock to pull off the perfect royal celebration, hoping to give her beloved fairies the magical surprise they truly deserve.

Discover the inspiring true story of one of the most famous pop stars in the entire world. Long before he was selling out massive stadiums and wearing dazzling outfits on stage, Harry Styles was just a young boy with a big voice and a deep love for music. This colorful and engaging biography invites young readers to follow Harry's incredible journey to superstardom. Children will learn about his early days competing on a television singing show, his spectacular rise to fame with a legendary boy band, and his bold decision to step out as a confident solo artist. Harry is known not just for his catchy songs, but for his message of treating people with kindness and always being true to yourself. With fun illustrations and simple text, this exciting book celebrates the power of following your creative dreams and shows how a kid with a great voice grew up to change the pop music landscape forever.

Step into the spotlight and meet one of the funniest women to ever appear on television. Lucille Ball was a groundbreaking comedian, a brilliant actress, and a true pioneer in the entertainment industry. Long before modern sitcoms existed, Lucille made millions of people laugh out loud with her hilarious physical comedy and unforgettable facial expressions. But she did not just perform in front of the camera. Lucille was also a powerful trailblazer behind the scenes, making history as the very first woman to own and run a major television studio. This engaging and colorful biography introduces young readers to the incredible life of a television legend. Children will learn how Lucille worked hard, followed her big dreams, and used her unique sense of humor to change the world of entertainment forever. It is an inspiring true story about a woman who proved that being funny is a serious superpower.

Dream big and sing loud with this inspiring true story about one of the biggest superstars in music! Taylor Swift is a Grammy Award-winning artist who has captured the hearts of millions with her incredible songwriting and catchy melodies. In this fun and engaging biography, you will discover how a young girl with a guitar and a talent for storytelling grew up to become a worldwide sensation in both country and pop music. From writing her very first songs to performing on massive stadium stages, Taylor's journey shows that with hard work and creativity, anything is possible. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers and a wonderful read-aloud for fans of all ages. Get ready to celebrate the magic of music and follow your own big dreams!