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Why Save Alexander
By Phillip Telfer. 2019
Can a hardcore gamer survive a real-world crisis? Seventeen-year-old Alex Brooks is obsessed with becoming an e-athlete. What teen wouldn&’t…
want to make a million dollars playing video games professionally? Especially if you&’ve got a real shot at it like Alex. His mom, a television producer in Hollywood, casts her son in a reality show about young gaming hopefuls seeking fame and fortune. This gives him great exposure in the industry. On top of that, His dad owns an up-and-coming tech business that is about to launch a revolutionary product. Life couldn&’t be better--or could it?Truth be told, Alex doesn&’t need to go pro as bad as he needs to grow up, and what teen really wants to do that? He&’s popular with other gamers but his over-inflated ego makes him obnoxious to almost everyone else. He hides a deep secret--the cavernous void in his life that nothing seems to fill. He thrives on a false sense of accomplishment but is haunted by an inescapable sense of loneliness. He has lived in the shadow of his dad&’s relentless pursuit of building a tech empire while watching him fail to keep his family from falling apart. What will it take for Alex to gain a new perspective on what it means to become a man and what it takes to be a hero?Everything changes when Alex goes missing. He must face a life or death struggle in a foreign culture that doesn&’t have a power grid. Man or computer mouse? His digital world didn&’t prepare him for the challenges that are about to confront him. Alex is not ready to rescue anyone, he needs to be rescued. For those who really know Alexander, why would anyone want to save him? This coming-of-age story follows Alex as he is forced to grow up the hard way through extraordinary circumstances, which cause him to re-evaluate what&’s important in life, his need for God, and the positive influence of older mentors. Adventure, danger, romance, survival, despair and Providence are the ingredients that help remake his life.
Enchanted tales: magical fairy tales from around the world
By Laura Sampson. 2024
"This stunning collection brings together a diverse selection of enchanted/magical tales from all over the world, including from Siberia, West…
Africa, North America, Peru, India, Japan, the UK, and Australia. Get lost in tales of imaginary worlds, enchanted animals, fantastical creatures, wizards, and more. A perfect gift and keepsake to open up a world of magic to readers of all ages."-- Provided by Amazon
The secrets of Dumbledore
By J. K Rowling. 2022
"Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable…
to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches, and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald's growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines?" -- WorldCat
Time Jumpers: 1: Stealing the sword! (Time Jumpers #01)
By Wendy Mass. 2018
Chase and Ava find an old suitcase filled with strange objects. One of the objects looks like a dragon-headed doorknob...…
Suddenly Chase and Ava find themselves jumping back in time to King Arthur's castle! For grades K-3. Unrated
First class (Isle of Misfits #01)
By Jamie Mae. 2019
Gibbon is a gargoyle who has been unable to sit still for hundreds of years. One day, he leaves his…
post from the castle he was meant to be guarding, and a person sees Gibbon, he panics and runs away. As Gibbon is sadly walking back, he meets three gargoyles who bring him to an island filled with other legendary creatures. There, he goes to a special academy that will train him to go on missions to protect all sorts of mythical creatures who are in trouble. For grades K-3. Unrated
Children of Useyi (Sisters of the Mud)
By Moses Ose Utomi. 2025
An elite female fighter and her found family of sisters battle gods and monsters for their existence in this &“action-packed&”…
(Kirkus Reviews) West African–inspired young adult fantasy sequel to Daughters of Oduma, perfect for fans of The Gilded Ones and Legendborn.Eat. Dance. Fight for your life. The girls in the Mud Fam are used to fighting hard—it&’s the only way to win in their elite, all-female sport of Bowing. Thanks to her legendary performance at the last tournament, Dirt has helped their ranks swell with a bevy of new recruits. She has finally achieved her lifelong dream of restoring glory to the Mud Fam, and she&’s more than ready to win the upcoming tournament. But everything changes when a man washes up on shore. There are no adults on the Isle, not since the long-ago days when the gods walked the earth. Yet here is a mysterious man who calls himself Mister Odo and claims to come from the land of the gods. He declares a tournament to find the best Bower. Though wary of the secretive Mister Odo, Dirt is prepared to battle as a proud, fat Bower should—that is, until the competitors are attacked by monsters. The only thing that can save the girls is the gods-given magic that Dirt can channel…and even that might not be enough.
Ascend
By Amanda Hocking. 2012
"Duty-bound to marry her friend Tove in order to give the Trylle people their strongest king and queen in history,…
Wendy, a changeling troll princess, is torn between two other suitors, Finn and Loki." -- Worldcat
The case of the Christmas crime (Magical mystery series #03)
By Brenda Elser. 2015
When Eva, Lauren, and Robert learn the Magic that powers Christmas is missing, they're dumbfounded that their mystery-solving experience is…
being requested by Santa himself! How can this small Junior Detective team possibly save Christmas alone? For grades 2-4. Unrated
The pumpkin princess and the forever night
By Steven Banbury. 2024

A Diamond in my heart
By Lorena Angell. 2014
"A Diamond in My Heart, book two in The Unaltered series, follows teen-aged Calli Courtnae as she learns how to…
control her new cosmic superpowers. She's afraid she's no match for some of the other people who are showing up with different paranormal powers, including a time-rewinding teen who apparently has some romantic fantasy about her going on in his head. She faces more challenges with him as he attempts to save the day. Maetha, her paranormal guide, assigns Calli to investigate the young man and teach him what a real superhero looks like. Before that can happen, she'll have to determine what his power actually is and that takes her into an action-packed adventure in itself. All the while, someone is systematically kidnapping the clan leaders who wear the near-magical diamond amulets." -- Amazon
Escape
By K. R Alexander. 2022
"It's all anyone talks about, and it's all Cody dreams about. It's the biggest adventure park in the world, and…
it's more than mere rides and rollercoasters: At ESCAPE, you can do anything you want, be anyone you want, and there are no adults to tell you no. Cody's a nobody, but for some reason he receives an invitation and the opportunity of a lifetime. At first, it's the most fun he's ever had. But after a few days, everything in the park starts to go haywire. One at a time, rides malfunction. Simulations turn deadly. His fantasy world glitches, and the games become races for survival. A voice comes over the intercoms, then-ESCAPE was never a theme park for the rich and famous. It was a place for punishment. They have less than a week to escape from the park before it floods. Only five kids will be allowed to leave. It started out as a fight to get to the coolest rides. Now, they have to fight to survive." -- From the publisher. Some violence. For grades 4-7
The Vanished Kingdom: The Vanished Kingdom, Book Three (The Vanished Kingdom)
By Jonathan Auxier. 2025
An epic middle-grade adventure in the world of Peter Nimble from Jonathan Auxier—the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author…
of The Night Gardener and Sweep—will take readers to the very ends of the earth . . . and beyondThe War of the Maps is a breathtaking fantasy in the vein of His Dark Materials and The Last Battle that dares to give new answers to age-old questions—inviting readers of all ages to sail beyond the edges of the map into a world of magic, myth, and boundless adventure.Since time before time, two opposing forces have been locked in an endless battle: It is the war between magic and reason—between what if and what is. And the victor will not just shape the future but the very nature of reality. Peter Nimble and Sophie Quire have spent the last four years fighting to protect a world of magic from the insidious, unstoppable forces of "progress." But, every day, the wonders that once surrounded them are vanishing. Lurking behind this transformation is a mysterious group called The League of Maps that seems to hold the answers. As Peter and Sophie fight to untangle this mystery, they find themselves thrown into opposing sides of a vast war that stretches from the very beginning of humanity and into our present age.
Bitterblue (Graceling Realm #3)
By Kristin Cashore. 2012
Enter the Graceling Realm and let it work its magic in this unforgettable novel from New York Times bestselling author…
Kristin Cashore. When Queen Bitterblue took the throne of Monsea, she was a child, and her advisers ran the kingdom for her. Now she is beginning to question their decisions, especially how they handle the legacy of her father Leck, who who ruled through his Grace—a special talent for mind-altering—and his taste for darkness and violence. Bitterblue needs to know Monsea&’s past to lead it into the future, so she begins exploring the city sreets at night, disguised and alone. As she does, she meets two thieves, who hold a key to the truth of Leck's reign. And one of them, with a Grace that he hasn't yet identified, holds a key to her heart.Bitterblue is a gateway to the Graceling Realm that braids together magic, memory, and romance.Look for Kristin Cashore's highly-anticipated return to the Graceling Realm, Winterkeep!"Some authors can tell a good story; some can write well. Cashore is one of the rare novelists who do both. Thrillingly imagined and beautifully executed, Bitterblue stands as a splendid contribution in a long literarly tradition." —The New York Times Book Review on Bitterblue* "Brilliantly detailed and brimming with vibrant and dynamic characters." —SLJ, starred review of Bitterblue&“There are some books that stick with you for years, and Kristen Cashore&’s Fire is one of them. Thoughtful, steamy and completely original, Fire is YA fantasy at its absolute best.&”—Sabaa Tahir, author of New York Times bestselling Ember in the Ashes on FireA New York Times bestsellerALA Best Fiction for Young AdultsA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA BCCB Blue Ribbon Title
The Girl from the Well (Girl From The Well Ser.)
By Rin Chupeco. 2022
"[A] Stephen Kinglike horror story...A chilling, bloody ghost story that resonates."— KirkusFrom the highly acclaimed author of the Bone Witch…
trilogy comes a chilling story of a Japanese ghost looking for vengeance and the boy who has no choice but to trust her, lauded as a "a fantastically creepy story sure to keep readers up at night" (RT Book Reviews)I am where dead children go.Okiku is a lonely soul. She has wandered the world for centuries, freeing the spirits of the murdered-dead. Once a victim herself, she now takes the lives of killers with the vengeance they're due. But releasing innocent ghosts from their ethereal tethers does not bring Okiku peace. Still she drifts on.Such is her existence, until she meets Tark. Evil writhes beneath the moody teen's skin, trapped by a series of intricate tattoos. While his neighbors fear him, Okiku knows the boy is not a monster. Tark needs to be freed from the malevolence that clings to him. There's just one problem: if the demon dies, so does its host.Suspenseful and creepy, The Girl from the Well is perfect for readers looking forSpooky books for young adultsJapanese horror novelsGhost stories for teensEast Asian folklorePraise for The Girl from the Well"There's a superior creep factor that is pervasive in every lyrical word of Chupeco's debut, and it's perfect for teens who enjoy traditional horror movies...the story is solidly scary and well worth the read." — Booklist"Chupeco makes a powerful debut with this unsettling ghost story...told in a marvelously disjointed fashion from Okiku's numbers-obsessed point of view, this story unfolds with creepy imagery and an intimate appreciation for Japanese horror, myth, and legend." — Publishers Weekly STARRED review"It hit all the right horror notes with me, and I absolutely recommend it to fans looking for a good scare. " — The Book Smugglers
Labyrinth Lost (Brooklyn Brujas #1)
By Zoraida Córdova. 2016
The first book in the Latinx-infused Queer fantasy series from Zoraida Córdova, highly acclaimed author of The Inheritance of Orquídea…
Divina, that follows three sisters—and teen witches—as they develop their powers and battle magic through epic questing in the realms beyond.Alex is a bruja and the most powerful witch in her family. But she's hated magic ever since it made her father disappear into thin air. So while most girls celebrate their Quinceañera, Alex prepares for her Deathday—the most important day in a bruja's life and her only opportunity to rid herself of magic.But the curse she performs during the ceremony backfires, and her family vanishes, forcing Alex to absorb all of the magic from her family line. Left alone, Alex seeks help from Nova, a brujo with ambitions of his own.To get her family back they must travel to Los Lagos, a land in-between, as dark as Limbo and as strange as Wonderland. And while she's there, what she discovers about herself, her powers, and her family, will change everything…Brooklyn Brujas Series:Labyrinth Lost (Book 1): Alex's story—set in the mythical fantasy world of Los LagosBruja Born (Book 2): Lula's story—urban fantasy set on the streets of BrooklynWayward Witch (Book 3): Rose's story—set in the magical lost realm of AdasPerfect for fans of:Teen LGBTQ booksLatin American fictionWitch booksMyths & legendsDark fantasy questsPraise for Labryinth Lost:An NPR Best Young Adult Book of 2016Tor.com's Best YA SFF of 2016A Bustle Best Book of 2016 SelectionA Paste Magazine Best Books of 2016"[Labyrinth Lost] kicked off…an incredible rise of non-hetero hexing."—Dahlia Adler, Tor.com"A richly Latin American, giddily exciting novel."—New York Times Book Review"A brilliant brown-girl-in-Brooklyn update on Alice in Wonderland and Dante's Inferno. Very creepy, very magical, very necessary."—Janiel Jose Older, New York Times bestselling author of Shadowshaper
The Flourishing of Floralie Laurel
By Fiadhnait Moser. 2018
This middle grade, magical realism debut about a young girl who sets out to discover the truth behind her mother's…
disappearance is The Secret Garden meets the Book Scavenger series!Floralie Laurel, freshly expelled from Mrs. Coffrey's School for Young Girls, works as a flower seller in an English village with her guardian brother, Tom, miles and miles away from their real home in France. Tom and Floralie are drowning in debt, but fortunately, Grandmama arrives to save them. Unfortunately, Grandmama's idea of "saving" means sending Floralie to the Adelaide Laurel Orphanage for Unfortunate Children and shaping her into a proper lady-i.e., ridding her of imagination, daydreams, paintings, and poetry. Before Grandmama can take her away, Floralie discovers a hidden box of dried flowers and a letter from her mother, who had mysteriously disappeared years ago. The letter promises that the flowers will lead Floralie to Mama if Floralie decodes them with a floriography-a dictionary of flower meanings-written by Claude Monet's gardener.Accompanied by an orphan boy who speaks only on paper, a blind librarian, and a thieving dormouse, Floralie sets off for Monet's house in France to find Mama. But Mama's fate may not be quite as Floralie expected, and the gardener may be hiding secrets deeper than Monet's water lily ponds....
The Caves of Wonder: Lucy & Dee (Book 2) (Lucy & Dee)
By Kirsten Marion. 2023
Trapped in Sericea, Lucy and Dee continue their adventure with the young emperor Yidi. Together they must travel to the…
Caves of Wonder to find the White Tiger, a fabled warrior… and their best bet for confronting the evil queen.A deftly crafted and thoroughly fun read ... especially and unreservedly recommended for elementary school, middle school, and community library Fantasy Fiction collections. MBR Midwest Book review
The Great & the Small
By A. T. Balsara. 2024
Listed in 18 Canadian young adult books to check out in fall 2024 - CBC Books Fall 2024Ananda is a…
troubled teen who feels like a misfit at home and at her new school, and her unusual ability to connect with animals makes her feel like even more of an outsider. Still raw from the death of her grandmother, Ananda's dreams are haunted by a long-buried memory that causes her to push people away.Fin is a Tunnel rat who lives in the passages beneath the city, in the dark places humans overlook or despise. Orphaned as a pup, he is the nephew of the Tunnel's charismatic leader, the Beloved Chairman, and is willing to do anything to please his uncle, including becoming his lead henchman.The worlds of humans and rats suddenly collide when Ananda protects Fin during a chance encounter in the market. Neither can foresee how their lives will forever be inextricably linked, but as the Chairman launches a plague war against the humans, both Fin and Ananda wrestle with secrets so terrible that they threaten their very existence.Told as mirroring narratives that reverberate with the effects of buried trauma, and informed by historical accounts of plague and dictatorship, this stunning tale examines what it takes to grasp for light in the darkness and survive the threats both beyond us and within us.
Hiss
By Kirsten Marion. 2025
When a bullied boy is unexpectedly turned into a python, his opportunity for revenge comes with complications.Twelve-year-old Max is a…
scientist, a pioneer eager to discover the secrets of the universe, a young mind alight with hypotheses and theories waiting to be proven. Too bad nobody—not the bullies at school, the new girl Darya, or worst of all, his own dad—can see it. They only see him as a shy, nerdy kid. If they see him at all.But everything changes when Max transforms into a giant python after an accident in his dad&’s laboratory. He has cool new senses, powerful muscles, and an entirely different perspective to explore. This could be his chance to be strong and courageous!But when rumours of a boy-eating snake go viral and Max&’s animal instincts grow harder to control, Max realizes that being a wild snake in a suburban world is dangerous.If he doesn't find his way back to his true form, he risks losing his humanity forever. But first, he must convince others of his identity and learn to see himself in a new way.Hiss is a story of transformation, overcoming fears, and building relationships.
The Silk Road: Lucy & Dee (Book 1) (Lucy & Dee)
By Kirsten Marion. 2022
Oh, cheer up, said Lucy. It's simple really. We find the Emperor, help him stay alive until he&’s ready to…
take the throne, get the key for changing lead into gold, and then it&’s off to find your parents. What could go wrong?When a flaming bird leads Lucy and Dee to a hidden road, they meet the lord of stone who offers them a quest. In a new world full of magic, dragons, and demons, all they have to do is befriend a young emperor. Which would be a lot easier if he wasn't a royal pain and an angry queen didn't want to destroy him.With the entitled ruler in tow, Lucy and Dee must find a way home with only a mysterious feather and a dragon-whisperer (who looks suspiciously like a hedgehog) as defenses against capture.