Martha Weston

Nate the Great is facing his most personal case yet, and his stomach is depending on the outcome. Nate absolutely loves his mother's famous Monster Cookies. He cannot get enough of her Strawberry Draculas, her Chocolate Frankensteins, and her Cinnamon Werewolves. But disaster strikes when all of her secret monster recipes suddenly disappear. Nate has never solved a case for his mother before, and the pressure is on. With his trusty dog Sludge by his side, Nate gets straight to work. They sniff, climb, bend down, push, and pull to uncover every possible lead. You will help them sort through long clues, crinkly clues, and fishy clues to figure out exactly what happened. Which clues actually count, and which are just a distraction? Put your detective skills to the test and see if you can solve the mystery before Nate misses out on his favorite treats forever.

Owen Foote feels ready for the wilderness. With his coonskin cap, animal-track book, and a jar of red pepper flakes for imaginary bear emergencies, the woods behind the neighborhood become his frontier. Best of all, he has Joseph and their tree fort. Then two bigger kids threaten the fort, and Owen's pretend adventure suddenly has a real problem at its center. Inspired by Daniel Boone, Owen decides that he and Joseph need new frontier names, sharper observation skills, and a plan that might actually work. This funny chapter book captures the grand drama of backyard play, the sting of being pushed around, and the satisfying challenge of solving a problem with brains, bravery, and a best friend at your side.

Owen Foote has found the catalog of his dreams: Junk You Never Knew About. It is packed with things he suddenly needs, including wonderfully useless treasures like plastic vomit. The problem is money. His parents offer an allowance, but chores sound slow, boring, and much too much like work. Owen is sure there must be a faster plan. With Joseph helping, he tries one money-making scheme after another, only to discover that getting rich is not as easy as it looks. This funny Owen Foote chapter book turns a kid's wish list into a lively story about spending, earning, friendship, and responsibility without ever losing its mischievous sense of humor.

Owen Foote has found the perfect new hobby: spying. Regular life is suddenly full of secret missions, hidden clues, and people who absolutely should not know they are being watched. The trouble is, spying on ordinary grown-up conversations gets boring fast. Owen wants a real challenge, and he chooses a bold target: Mr. Mahoney, the school principal. With camouflage, friends, and plenty of confidence, Owen prepares for an operation that feels thrilling, risky, and very official. This funny chapter book is a lively choice for readers who like school stories, friendship adventures, and characters whose big ideas do not always go exactly as planned. Owen’s spy mission keeps the pages moving while gently exploring curiosity, choices, and the difference between a game and real consequences.

Soccer is Owen Foote's favorite sport, and joining the town league feels like the best thing ever until practice starts. The other kids on the Aliens seem bigger, faster, and more confident, and one teammate is not exactly friendly. Even worse, Owen's best friend Joseph, the person Owen talked into playing, is not having fun and may not be very good at soccer at all. Owen wants to be a loyal friend and a real player, but doing both is harder than he expected. This funny early chapter book follows Owen through team jitters, friendship bumps, and the awkward feeling of wanting to win without leaving someone behind. Young sports fans will recognize the nerves, the muddy mistakes, and the big questions that come with being part of a team.

A giant turkey is on the loose, and the entire town has gone wild trying to catch it. Nate the Great and his dog Sludge hear the news on the radio, but Nate refuses to take a case that every other amateur detective is already working on. Even when his friend Claude claims to have found a feather in the woods, Nate prefers to sit this one out. But things change quickly when his clever cousin Olivia Sharp appears on his doorstep, ready to hunt the feathered creature herself. Suddenly, a picture of the giant bird flashes on the television, and Nate realizes he cannot resist the challenge. Now Nate, Olivia, Sludge, and Claude are all racing against each other in a hilarious pursuit. You will have to decide if too many detectives spoil the investigation or if working together is the key. From talking turkey to stalking turkey, this holiday mystery is packed with confusing clues and funny surprises.

All aboard for a wildly unpredictable ride! George and the man with the yellow hat are at the bustling station, waiting to catch a train. While the tickets are being purchased, George decides to see how a real railway station operates. He sneaks over to the station master's booth and attempts to help out by organizing the giant departure board. Unfortunately, mixing up all the numbers and times causes immediate chaos for everyone trying to travel! Realizing his huge mistake, George scrambles to find a clever hiding place. Just when he thinks he is in deep trouble, he spots a little boy whose toy train has accidentally rolled dangerously close to the real tracks. Suddenly, George is the only one quick enough to leap into action. This fast-paced story blends a silly mix-up with a thrilling rescue, proving that even a monkey who makes mistakes can step up and save the day on the railway.

A giant department store on a rainy day is the perfect place to get completely lost. Nate the Great usually relies on his trusted dog, Sludge, to help him solve every single case. But this time, the world's greatest young detective is facing his worst nightmare because Sludge is the one who is missing. Separated in the middle of a massive and crowded store, Nate frantically searches high and low for his furry best friend. He dodges salespeople who have spotted a wet and slippery dog running through the aisles, but every single clue seems to lead to a frustrating dead end. Without his canine partner to help him sniff out the answers, Nate feels entirely stuck. He must use all of his logical thinking and remain calm under pressure to reunite with his dog. This suspenseful and heartwarming mystery highlights the unbreakable bond between a boy and his best friend.

All aboard the Owl Express. You are about to join Nate the Great and his trusty dog Sludge on a thrilling train ride to San Francisco. Their mission seems simple enough at first. They just need to keep a close eye on Hoot, a pet owl belonging to Nate's cousin Olivia. But guarding a feathered friend on a moving train is trickier than it looks. Before long, the unthinkable happens and Hoot disappears into thin air. Now, Nate must switch from bodyguard to detective. With the train racing down the tracks toward its final destination, time is running out. You will need to help Nate get all the facts straight, ask the right questions, and narrow down the list of suspects. There are plenty of passengers on board, and anyone could be the culprit. Put on your detective hat and see if you can piece together the clues before the train pulls into the station. This mystery will keep you guessing as you follow the trail of missing feathers and funny suspects. Get ready for a comical adventure filled with twists, turns, and logical thinking.

The world's greatest young detective is leaving his neighborhood behind and taking his incredible skills on the road. Nate the Great and his loyal dog, Sludge, are flying all the way to San Francisco to visit his cousin, the famous secret agent Olivia Sharp. But when they arrive, Olivia is nowhere to be found, and a brand new case is waiting for them. A boy named Duncan has lost his favorite joke book, and he is absolutely convinced that the world will end if it is not found immediately. Nate agrees to take the case, hopping into a fancy limousine to track down clues across the massive city. From a bustling pancake house to the towering Golden Gate Bridge, Nate and Sludge follow a trail of sticky and complicated evidence. This exciting out-of-town adventure invites young readers to explore a famous city while cracking a hilarious mystery alongside their favorite sleuth.