Ann Cameron

Spunky the dog is an absolute genius, and he would happily share all of his brilliant secrets if his human family could just understand him! Unfortunately, no matter how hard he tries to speak, Huey, Julian, and their parents only hear him barking. Thanks to a hilarious mix-up in translation, Spunky's family decides that he is lonely and needs a brand-new pet of his own. The last thing this proud dog wants is a snobby, aristocratic cat invading his personal space. But that is exactly what he gets when Fiona arrives. She is headstrong, entirely incompetent, and constantly getting herself into massive trouble. You will laugh out loud as Spunky is forced to become the reluctant bodyguard for his annoying feline roommate. But as he rushes to save her from one disaster after another, he makes a surprising discovery about friendship. Step into the mind of a hilarious, fiercely loyal dog and find out how protecting an enemy can give you a wonderful new purpose in life.

Harry is a very large, very furry monster, but he has a very big secret. Even though he looks incredibly scary, Harry is actually terrified of little people! He tiptoes around, jumping at every tiny sound, constantly worried that a little person might find him. But what happens when the thing you are most afraid of is actually terrified of you? You will laugh out loud as Harry finally comes face-to-face with the exact creatures that give him the shivers. In a hilarious twist, he discovers that the little people think he is the scariest thing in the entire world! This silly, warm-hearted story flips fear upside down and shows that everyone gets scared sometimes. Jump into a delightfully funny adventure that will teach you that making a new friend is the best way to chase away your biggest worries.

Finding the absolute perfect birthday present is incredibly difficult, especially when you want to give your dad something he has always dreamed about. Julian and his little brother Huey are determined to make this the best birthday ever. Since it is impossible to read someone's thoughts, they decide to carefully watch their dad while he is sleeping to uncover his biggest secret wishes. When Dad starts mumbling in his sleep, Julian is convinced he has heard the winning answer: two big snakes! You will follow along as Julian, Huey, and their best friend Gloria gather all their courage to stalk through the woods and hunt down the scariest birthday gift imaginable. But what if Dad's nighttime mumbles were actually a terrifying nightmare instead of a happy dream? Get ready for a hilarious, sneaky adventure as a brilliant birthday plan goes completely, wonderfully wrong. Discover what happens when you try a little too hard to make a dream come true!

Deep down in the dark dirt, a tiny seed is waiting. It is small, but it has a very big job to do. Have you ever wondered what it feels like to sprout roots and push through the soil? Growing up can be a little bit scary, but it is also wonderfully exciting. You will discover the incredible journey of a single seed as it stretches out its very first leaves and reaches for the warm sun. Along the way, you will learn how much strength it takes to become a strong, tall tree. It is a quiet adventure that happens right under your feet every single day. Step into nature and watch the magic of growing up unfold.

A quick trip to the grocery store for an onion is about to change everything for fourth-grader Gloria. While running her errand, she bumps into a real astronaut named Doctor Grace Street! Doctor Street shares a secret with Gloria: the problems that feel gigantic right now are not always as big as they seem. That is exactly what Gloria needs to hear, because her teacher troubles feel absolutely enormous. Mrs. Yardley, also known as the Dragon of Doom, does not seem to believe anything Gloria says. Things get even worse when the class bully, Billy Watkins, causes trouble for everyone. But Gloria remembers the wise words of her new astronaut friend. When nobody believes her amazing story about meeting Doctor Street, you will watch Gloria find the courage to stand up, tell the truth, and prove herself. Sometimes, all it takes is a little bit of confidence to rise above your biggest challenges.

Little brothers do not have to live in the shadows forever. Huey is back, and he is done letting his older brother Julian push him around. This time, Huey has his own problems to solve and his own brilliant plans to make. You will follow along as he becomes a hero for his favorite garden plants, sinks impossible basketball shots, and figures out how to count fifteen billion stars in the night sky. He even comes up with a clever campaign to help his father break a bad habit. But when a thrilling hunt for buried gold goes wrong, Huey finds himself trapped at the bottom of a crumbling mine. Even a brave tracker needs a helping hand sometimes! You will discover that true bravery means knowing when to face danger alone and when to call on your family for help. Jump into five incredible new adventures with a hero who proves that being small does not stop you from doing massive things.

Gloria always has just as much to say as her best friends Julian and Huey. Now, she is taking the lead and showing everyone how things are done Gloria's way! You are invited into her neighborhood for six brand-new, hilarious adventures. Things do not always go according to plan, though. You will laugh out loud as a very loud parrot completely ruins a beautiful Valentine card meant for her mother. Then, you will help Gloria as she tries to train Huey's dog to stop chasing every single squirrel in sight. From facing her fear of difficult math fractions to dealing with a sneaky trick from her classmate Latisha, Gloria tackles every problem with a whole lot of spirit. Most importantly, she discovers that true friends cannot be measured with a ruler and that the best way to solve a tough situation is by working together. Step into a neighborhood filled with big laughs, wise advice, and unforgettable friendships.

Did you know that some days are so incredibly hot that even the frogs have to wear shoes? Or that eating broccoli can give you super strength? Julian is back with an entire batch of brilliant new stories, and his imagination is bigger than ever! You will be amazed as his best friend Gloria figures out how to actually move the sun in the sky. But having a wonderful way with words is not always a good thing. Sometimes, Julian's quick mouth gets him into serious hot water. When he accidentally calls his little brother Huey a bad name and their father overhears, Julian has a massive problem to solve. How can a few tiny words cause such a gigantic disaster? You will follow along as Julian tries to talk his way out of trouble, send secret messages in bottles, and learn what it really means to be brave. Get ready for five more hilarious, warm-hearted adventures that will keep you guessing!

Being the younger brother is not always an easy job. Sometimes your older brother thinks your bad dreams are no big deal, or tells you that you are way too young to study animal tracks. But Huey is not just a little kid anymore. He is six years old, and he is ready to prove exactly what he can do! You will join Huey as he becomes a brave adventurer, a clever chef, and an expert tracker. Whether he is staring down a whole trout served on his dinner plate or going on a backyard scouting mission, Huey always finds a way to make his mark. He is about to show his older brother Julian, and the whole world, that small kids can have giant adventures. Get ready for five funny, surprising stories that prove the youngest in the family often has the biggest imagination.

Grown-ups are not always the best at solving mysteries, which means it is time for the kids to take over. Julian, his little brother Huey, and their best friend Gloria have officially teamed up to become top-secret crime busters. They have everything a professional detective team needs: a special motto, an unbreakable escape code, and plenty of brilliant plans. They have already rescued a dog from a hot car and saved a toddler from drowning, but now they are hunting for the ultimate prize. You will join these three super sleuths as they try to track down a real-life bank robber and claim a massive reward! But snooping around town can be dangerous business. Just when they think they have finally caught their crook, the local police chief steps in. You will be on the edge of your seat as the detectives realize that they might be the ones in serious trouble. Grab your magnifying glass and get ready for a hilarious, action-packed investigation!

Bicycles are shiny, whizzing, wobbly machines, and they scare Julian much more than lions or tigers ever could! Summer vacation is supposed to be absolutely perfect, but everything changes the moment his best friend Gloria rolls up on a brand-new bike. She can already ride with no hands, making it look incredibly easy. Julian cannot bear to admit that he is terrified of falling, so he comes up with a clever fib to avoid riding altogether. He decides that anything is better than braving a bicycle, even if it means sweeping floors, weeding the garden, and doing difficult chores for the entire summer! You will watch as his little lie quickly backfires, landing him in the most confusing, hilarious fix of his life. Can Julian find a way out of his gigantic mess, or will he finally have to face his fears on two wheels? Join the fun and find out how a summer of hard work turns into a glorious adventure.