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Richard Walton is in trouble again. He has lost his job, and he has borrowed money from his sister, Jennifer – again. And now he has disappeared. Jennifer is looking for him, and so are the police. They both have some questions that they want to ask him. How did he lose his job? Why did he fly to Frankfurt? Who gave his girlfriend those very expensive gold ear-rings? Only Richard can answer these questions. But nobody can find Richard.

Richard Walton is in trouble again. He has lost his job, and he has borrowed money from his sister, Jennifer - again. And now he has disappeared. Jennifer is looking for him, and so are the police. They both have some questions that they want to ask him. How did he lose his job? Why did he fly to Frankfurt? Who gave his girlfriend those very expensive gold ear-rings? Only Richard can answer these questions. But nobody can find Richard.

Laugh out loud with the #1 New York Times bestselling Junie B. Jones—now starring in “a dynamic new graphic novel series that stays true to the curious, energetic Junie of years past” (School Library Journal, starred review).“Hilarious. Barbara Park makes reading fun.”—Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog ManJunie B. is NOT happy about a new baby in the family—until her grandma tells her he’s the cutest little monke...

Who is Jacob?He's a seven year old boy who loves to play all sorts of games. Games like Hidden Toys and Hidden Ears. They are fun games to play!But not everyone enjoys the games with him. Other kids think he's funny, but the teachers don't think so. Which explains why he gets into trouble a lot of the time.Thank goodness for Grandpa who is always patient with him…even when he's been naughty.Will Jacob ever learn to listen?

Cold!Since you're already sweating so much, the cool air comes as a shock.Susan. Don't leave me, Susan. Susan.Susan!Did she get lost or something? Confused?A male, she said, had entered her room.Have you caught a chill?Yeah, go for it.Get on with it. Has everyone left Room 2?Sure, it makes sense.Apply some stress on he...

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series. Please note that the eBook edition does NOT include access to the audio edition and digital book. Written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to ...

The riveting conclusion to the acclaimed Spirit Hunters series!We Need Diverse Books cofounder Ellen Oh delivers the final book in her middle grade series Spirit Hunters, a gripping mystery and thrilling adventure, starring a Korean-American heroine and a diverse cast of characters.Harper is dealing with too many new changes in her house. Her cousin, Leo, is now living with them; her sister, Kelly, has started working at a local makeup store, Jeune; and Har...

Short inspirational story about a single mother and one very special Christmas.

From the end of August until the first part of June, our children spend more of their waking hours at school than at home. And while elementary school problems may sometimes seem trivial compared to our adult worries, we need to remember that our children's problems can be just as gut-wrenching and nerve-wracking as any adult's. This thoughtfully written book covers everything from homework to getting along with others, dealing with teachers and feeling safe at school. Author Michaelene Mu...

A coffin isn't always a final destination. It certainly wasn't for Lacey. Murdered, Lacey spends her days as the unseen occupant of a showroom coffin. At night, though, when the lid is closed, she is once again wrapped in a rug and covered with cement, reliving the horror of her death. Until the night another body is dropped into her coffin. (2500-word short story)

In a unique narrative, readers meet a diverse group of six children ranging in age from Kindergarten through fifth grade. With nerves and excitement each child gears up for a new school year by hustling in the morning, meeting new teachers and new classmates during the day, and heading home with homework and relief by day’s end.Simple, bright illustrations focus on each child and his/her worries, hopes, and successes on the first day of school.

Anya was confused, she thought love was guaranteed. Heshan wondered if it’s ever really too late to be the person he wanted to be. Kavitha wasn’t being fair. She knew that she was getting in the way, but she didn’t stop. Zara, a soon-to-be mother, had lost all hope until she heard her baby cry.This book dives into a collection of stories that explores the intricacies of life, for life can be confusing. Life can be timely. Life can be misleading, unfair even. But life can also be hop...