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Caveboy Dave: Not So Faboo

AARON REYNOLDS · Viking Books for Young Readers
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

From New York Times bestselling author Aaron Reynolds comes the latest installment of Caveboy Dave, a middle-grade graphic novel series perfect for fans of Captain Underpants.Twelve-year-old Dave Unga-Bunga is having a great year: he survived his deadly Baby-Go-Boom ceremony, he's earned...
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Knights vs. Dinosaurs

MATT PHELAN · Greenwillow Books
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover

Renowned for their courage, their chivalry, and their ability to fight mythical creatures, the Knights of the Round Table must face their most dangerous opponents yet - DINOSAURS!This heavily illustrated middle grade novel from award-winning author and artist Matt Phelan is a hilarious,...
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The Land of Stories: The Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide

CHRIS COLFER · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover

A behind-the-scenes, comprehensive look at the #1 New York Times bestselling series.A combination travel guide, encyclopedia, and exciting fan compendium, this ultimate guidebook includes sections such as "Who's Who," "Places to Go," and "Trinkets, Treasures,...
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Lafayette!

NATHAN HALE · Amulet Books
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

Nathan Hale brings readers back to the world of the American Revolution for the first time since One Dead Spy - but this time, he's following the Marquis de Lafayette into battle. An orphan who became a French nobleman, Lafayette was a major figure in the American Revolution who fought...
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9 From the Nine Worlds

RICK RIORDAN · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

The Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard trilogy may have concluded, but we haven't heard the last of our favorite peeps from the Nine Worlds. Join Hearthstone, Blitzen, Samirah, Alex, Jack, T.J., Mallory, Halfborn, and more on a hilarious and unforgettable journey through Rick Riordan's...
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Vampire Trouble

David Lubar · Scholastic Paperbacks
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Just when Alex is getting close to the kickball home-run record at school, he starts getting hit with awful sneezing fits, completely messing up his game. He's allergic to a vampire! And the vampire won't leave. Can Alex and his cousin Sarah stop his horrible sneezes before they...
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The Collectors

JACQUELINE WEST · Greenwillow Books
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover

Even the smallest wish can be dangerous. That's why the Collectors are always keeping watch.The Collectors sweeps readers into a hidden world where wishes are stolen and dreams have a price. Fast-paced, witty, and riveting, this contemporary fantasy adventure has magic woven through...
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Sam Wu Is Not Afraid of Ghosts

Katie Tsang · Sterling Children's Books
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover

Don't call him scaredy-cat Sam, because Sam Wu IS NOT AFRAID of ghosts! Except . . . he totally is. Can he conquer his fear by facing the ghost that lives in the walls of his house? After an unfortunate (and very embarrassing) incident in the Space Museum, Sam goes on a mission...
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Kid Scientists: True Tales of Childhood from Science Superstars

David Stabler · Quirk Books
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover

From the author who brought young readers KID ATHLETES, KID PRESIDENTS, KID ARTISTS, and KID AUTHORS comes KID SCIENTISTS, a lively look into the childhoods of the world's most brilliant scientists.
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The Nocturnals: The Mysterious Abductions

Tracey Hecht · Fabled Films Press
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback

"The best stories always take place in the dark!" -- R.L. StineAnimals are disappearing without a trace -- and it's up to Dawn, Tobin and Bismark to find out why. With the help of a gentle wombat, a jittery jerboa, a band of coyotes and some kooky bats, the brigade journeys...
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