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Terry Pratchett's Discworld Imaginarium by Paul Kidby
10 ratingsPaul Kidby, Sir Terry Pratchett's artist of choice, provided the illustrations for The Last Hero, designed the covers for the Discworld novels since 2002 and is the author of the bestseller The Art Of Discworld... -
![Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin]()
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin
32 ratingsDon't miss the first and bestselling book in the beloved Pete the Cat series! Pete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand-new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change from white to red to blue to brown to WET as he steps in piles of strawberries, blueberries, and other big messes!But no matter what color his shoes are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song.. -
![The Galactic Goal by Geronimo Stilton]()
The Galactic Goal by Geronimo Stilton
8 ratingsGeronimo Stilton meets outer space in this cosmically fun spin-off series!The spacemice have received an invitation to participate in the intergalactic soccerix championship... -
![Cupid is a Cat by Lise Gold]()
Cupid is a Cat by Lise Gold
6 ratingsAmerican born project manager Nora Bloom enjoys her life in London, but love hasn’t been easy. To stop herself from thinking about her ex for a night, she signs up for a speed-dating event. Not looking for anything other than distraction, she’s surprised when she meets an Israeli woman who leaves a lasting impression on her... -
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![Imagination According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney]()
Imagination According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney
8 ratingsEveryone's favourite hamster has another adventure in Room 26 and beyond!In this eleventh book in the bestselling 'According to Humphrey' series, Humphrey and his friends in Room 26 let their imaginations loose! Ahead of a big author visit to Longfellow Elementary School, they try writing their own stories, but Humphrey worries that hamsters don't have any imagination; he's finding creative... -
![The Fat Cat Sat on the Mat by Nurit Karlin]()
The Fat Cat Sat on the Mat by Nurit Karlin
14 ratingsThis is my mat! The fat cat sat on the mat. "Get off!" said the rat. But the fat cat just sat. So the rat got his bat. Then the rat got his hat... -
![The Fur Person by May Sarton]()
The Fur Person by May Sarton
14 ratingsMay Sarton's fictionalized account of her cat Tom Jones's life and adventures prior to making the author's acquaintance begins with a fiercely independent, nameless street cat who follows the ten commandments of the Gentleman Cat—including "A Gentleman Cat allows no constraint of his person, not even loving constraint... -
![This book just ate my dog! by Richard Byrne]()
This book just ate my dog! by Richard Byrne
16 ratingsWhen her dog disappears into the gutter of the book, Bella calls for help. But when the helpers disappear too, Bella realizes it will take more than a tug on the leash to put things right... -
![Mustache Baby by Bridget Heos, Joy Ang]()
Mustache Baby by Bridget Heos, Joy Ang
16 ratingsWhen Baby Billy is born with a mustache, his parents have to figure out if it's a good-guy mustache or a bad-guy mustache in this hilarious oversized board book perfect for reading aloud at storytime. When Baby Billy is born with a mustache, his family takes it in stride... -
![How Murray Saved Christmas by Mike Reiss]()
How Murray Saved Christmas by Mike Reiss
6 ratingsWhen Santa's knocked out cold by a Jack-in-the-Boxer's walloping punch, deli owner Murray Kleiner reluctantly agrees to take his place. The suit doesn't fit, Murray smells a bit like pickles, and there's no way he can remember the names of all those reindeer... -
![Deepest Cut by Alessa Thorn]()
Deepest Cut by Alessa Thorn
6 ratingsThe Aurora cult is down to one last powerful member. The enemy of my enemy can be a friend, and the Edgeworths might have to make a deal with the devil herself if they are going to succeed in stopping Serapis. 'Deepest Cut' is the fourth book in 'Mercenaries and Magic,' a fast-paced, contemporary fantasy series full of morally gray characters, found family, passionate romance, and dark humor... -
![Amanda Cadabra and The Hidey-Hole Truth by Holly Bell]()
Amanda Cadabra and The Hidey-Hole Truth by Holly Bell
8 ratingsAsthmatic furniture restorer and covert witch Amanda Cadabra is a survivor. After all, her family’s bus went over a Cornish cliff. Now the presentable but irritating Inspector Trelawney is dogging her footsteps as he investigates the unexplained deaths. But that’s the least of her problems... -
![Gossie & Gertie by Olivier Dunrea]()
Gossie & Gertie by Olivier Dunrea
14 ratingsGossie and Gertie are best friends. They splash in the rain, play hide-and-seek, and they dive in the pond together. Everywhere Gossie goes, Gertie does too. Or does she? With charming illustrations and gentle text, Olivier Dunrea has created two lovable, sweet characters that will appeal to the youngest listeners... -
![Clifford and the Big Storm by Norman Bridwell]()
Clifford and the Big Storm by Norman Bridwell
14 ratingsLovable, reliable Clifford comes to the rescue when a hurricane strikes. Once again, the heroism and humor of America's favorite Big Red Dog saves the day--and Emily Elizabeth's grandparents' home--when the big storm comes... -
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![The Complete Short Stories of Oscar Wilde by Oscar Wilde]()
The Complete Short Stories of Oscar Wilde by Oscar Wilde
16 ratingsThis comprehensive collection showcases Oscar Wilde's brilliant storytelling skills and his amazing stylistic versatility, ranging from fairy tales and ghost stories to detective yarns and comedies of manners... -
![Martha Speaks by Susan Meddaugh]()
Martha Speaks by Susan Meddaugh
16 ratingsProblems arise when Martha, the family dog, learns to speak after eating alphabet soup... -
![Clifford's Birthday Party by Norman Bridwell]()
Clifford's Birthday Party by Norman Bridwell
18 ratingsA special 50th anniversary edition of Clifford's Birthday Party with foil on the cover and stickers!Everyone wants to give their friend Clifford a special birthday present. But the blow-up ball gets blown up, the pinata gets smashed, the sweater is too small, and the beauty parlor gift certificate just didn't seem exactly right... -
![Willy the Dreamer by Anthony Browne]()
Willy the Dreamer by Anthony Browne
6 ratingsChildren will love the evocative world of Willy's daydreams--a world of heroism, fame, adventure, the past, and the future. The author's stunning illustrations (look for a banana in every scene) pay homage to great painters, while exploring ordinary childhood fantasies with extraordinary flair. Full color. 32 pp. Ages 4 and up. Pub: 4/98... -
![Ratatouille (Disney/Pixar Ratatouille) by Walt Disney Company]()
Ratatouille (Disney/Pixar Ratatouille) by Walt Disney Company
6 ratingsIt's hard being a rat with a silver palate—just ask Remy, the star of Disney / Pixar's newest animated film, Ratatouille! While the other rats of Paris are happy eating trash, Remy dreams of becoming a gourmet chef. Find out how his dream becomes a reality in this deliciously delightful Little Golden Book retelling... -
![The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman]()
The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman
6 ratingsFrom the beloved New York Times bestselling author of The Marriage of Opposites and the Practical Magic series comes an enchanting novel about love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and the enduring magic of books. One brilliant June day when Mia Jacob can no longer see a way to survive, the power of words saves her... -
![What Pete Ate from A to Z by Maira Kalman]()
What Pete Ate from A to Z by Maira Kalman
8 ratingsA School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book of the Year A Recommended New Book for Missouri Students A Miami Herald Best Book of the Year Is there anything Pete won't eat? Poppy's charming yellow dog starts off by eating Rocky's accordion. All of it... -
![Beastly Tales from Here and There by Vikram Seth]()
Beastly Tales from Here and There by Vikram Seth
10 ratingsTen witty and enchanting animal fables in verse which, like a modern Aesop's Fables, can be enjoyed by young and old... -
![Emma Kate by Patricia Polacco]()
Emma Kate by Patricia Polacco
10 ratingsThat adorable Emma Kate has an imaginary friend. They walk to school together every morning and sit together in class. They sleep over at each other’s houses and do their homework side by side. They even have their tonsils out and eat gallons of pink ice cream together... -
![Spencer's New Pet by Jessie Sima]()
Spencer's New Pet by Jessie Sima
10 ratingsFrom the creator of Not Quite Narwhal comes a classic tale of a boy and his dog—except in this unique story, one of them is a balloon!When Spencer gets a new pet, he’s excited to do all the things that pets do—taking walks in the park, going to the vet, and attending parties together. There’s just one hitch: Spencer’s new pet is a balloon. And that means No. Sharp. Objects... -
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![Little Rabbit Foo Foo by Michael Rosen]()
Little Rabbit Foo Foo by Michael Rosen
10 ratingsNow with sheet music to help you sing the song as you reenact the story. "Littler Rabbit Foo Foo riding through the forest, scooping up the goblins and bopping them on the head... -
![Fly Guy Meets Fly Girl! by Tedd Arnold]()
Fly Guy Meets Fly Girl! by Tedd Arnold
14 ratingsFly Guy has met his match, and her name is Fly Girl. Fly Guy is totally impressed, and totally smitten. Will Fly Guy and Fly Girl get married and leave Buzz without his dear pet? Full color... -
![Kneller's Happy Campers by Etgar Keret]()
Kneller's Happy Campers by Etgar Keret
14 ratingsKneller's Happy Campers is a strange, dark but funny tale set in a world very much like our own but it's an afterlife populated by people who have killed themselves - many of them are young, and most of them bear the marks of their death... bullet wounds, broken necks...(those who have over-dosed are known as 'Juliets')... -
![Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton]()
Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton
16 ratingsThis is Russell. Sometimes Russell is just a little bit out of step with the rest of the flock. All the sheep are falling asleep--except Russell. What's a sheep to do? Russell tries everything ...until, at last, he falls asleep... -
![You Are Not Small by Anna Kang, Christopher Weyant]()
You Are Not Small by Anna Kang, Christopher Weyant
18 ratingsWinner of the 2015 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Two fuzzy creatures can't agree on who is small and who is big, until a couple of surprise guests show up, settling it once and for all!The simple text of Anna Kang and bold illustrations of New Yorker cartoonist Christopher Weyant tell an original and very funny story about size—it all depends on who's standing next to you... -
![Hooray for Amanda & Her Alligator! by Mo Willems]()
Hooray for Amanda & Her Alligator! by Mo Willems
18 ratings6½ stories about 2 surprising friends.Having a stuffed alligator for a best friend can be surprising.Sometimes Amanda surprises her alligator with books. Sometimes Alligator surprises Amanda by eating them.But what happens when Amanda brings home a special—and not entirely welcome—surprise? The result might be unexpected indeed... -
![Duck on a Bike by David Shannon]()
Duck on a Bike by David Shannon
24 ratingsOne day down on the farm, Duck got a wild idea. "I bet I could ride a bike," he thought. He waddled over to where the boy parked his bike, climbed on and began to ride. At first he rode slowly and he wobbled a lot, but it was fun! Duck rode past Cow and waved to her. "Hello, Cow!" said Duck. "Moo," said Cow... -
![Dog Loves Books by Louise Yates]()
Dog Loves Books by Louise Yates
16 ratingsA picture-book treat for the youngest dog lovers. Dog loves books SO much he opens his very own bookstore. At first he’s short of customers. But that’s all right, because when Dog is surrounded by books, he is never short of friends—or fun. And when customers begin arriving, he knows just which books to recommend... -
![The Dog That Talked to God by Jim Kraus]()
The Dog That Talked to God by Jim Kraus
14 ratingsRecently widowed Mary Fassler buys a Miniature Schnauzer, Rufus, and her world is turned sideways in the midst of her grief. It seems that Rufus speaks. And not just to her. He also talks to God. When Rufus begins sharing advice that could result in major changes, Mary gets the feeling the pooch might not be steering her in the right direction... -
![Curious George Feeds the Animals by Margret Rey, H.A. Rey]()
Curious George Feeds the Animals by Margret Rey, H.A. Rey
10 ratingsCurious George makes lots of new animal friends, and even helps the zookeepers out, in this story about a trip to the zoo. When a cuddly koala at the zoo takes an interest in George's snack, George is happy to share. In fact, George is happy to share with ALL the animals... -
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![I Am Otter by Sam Garton]()
I Am Otter by Sam Garton
10 ratingsHi! I am Otter and this is a book about me and my best friends, Otter Keeper and Teddy.It's all about the fun and messy (and little bit scary) adventure we had one day when Otter Keeper was at work.I hope you like the story! (And if you don't, it's probably Teddy's fault... -
![Is Mise Ialtag by Morag Hood]()
Is Mise Ialtag by Morag Hood
10 ratingsI am bat.I love cherries. They are juicy and red and delicious and...My cherries! Some of them are missing. Who took my cherries? Was it YOU?Join the grumpily adorable Bat as he searches for his missing cherries in this vibrant and hilarious picture book... -
![The Wrong Heaven by Amy Bonnaffons]()
The Wrong Heaven by Amy Bonnaffons
10 ratings"In her amazing, wildly inventive collection, Amy Bonnaffons writes about transformation, each story further complicating the world as we know it. With a style that blends humor and sincerity in such strange, perfect ratios, Bonnaffons reveals the mysteries inside of us, just waiting to make themselves known. The Wrong Heaven, so wondrous, will alter you in all the necessary ways... -
![The Best Pet of All by David LaRochelle]()
The Best Pet of All by David LaRochelle
10 ratingsIntroducing Modern Gems--classic, keepsake editions of modern picture book favorites... -
![The Plot Chickens by Mary Jane Auch]()
The Plot Chickens by Mary Jane Auch
10 ratingsHenrietta loves to read. When she clucks buk, buk, buk at the library, the librarian knows exactly what to recommend. Then Henrietta decides to write a book. With the help of her three aunties, she hatches a plot... -
![Dinosaur Hunt by David Catrow]()
Dinosaur Hunt by David Catrow
8 ratingsDavid Catrow's hilarious reader series -- new in paperback! Max Spaniel, a daffy hound dog, decides to go on a dinosaur dig in the back yard... -
![Sheep Out to Eat by Nancy E. Shaw]()
Sheep Out to Eat by Nancy E. Shaw
8 ratingsThe sheep are back, and this time they're hungry, venturing into a tea shop for even more rollicking fun and, of course, disasters... -
![Monkey with a Tool Belt by Chris Monroe]()
Monkey with a Tool Belt by Chris Monroe
8 ratingsWhether you need a beebersaw or a chisel, Chico Bon Bon's your monkey. He can build or fix just about anything--from a dock for the ducks to a clock for the Clucks, even a small roller coaster for local chipmunks... -
![Clever Polly and the Stupid Wolf by Catherine Storr]()
Clever Polly and the Stupid Wolf by Catherine Storr
8 ratingsOne day the front door bell rang and Polly went to open the door. And there was a great black wolf who said he had come to eat her up. But Clever Polly isn't frightened. She always thinks of something to foil the stupid wolf... -
![I Found a Kitty! by Troy Cummings]()
I Found a Kitty! by Troy Cummings
8 ratingsIt doesn't get any cuter! This sequel to the New York Times bestseller Can I Be Your Dog? (which appeared on the TODAY show) has Arfy the dog trying to find a forever home for an abandoned kitten!Lucky dog Arfy has a home... -
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![Rubik by Elizabeth Tan]()
Rubik by Elizabeth Tan
6 ratingsThe dead aren’t really gone, they persist as phone numbers, social media accounts, newsletter recipients, and as members of fan-fiction forums. Digital ghosts move and connect us: we feel we know people we have only seen online just as corporations masquerade as familiar friends... -
![Too Many Frogs! by Sandy Asher]()
Too Many Frogs! by Sandy Asher
6 ratingsRabbit lives alone. He cooks for himself, cleans up for himself, and at the end of the day, reads himself a story. It's a simple life, and he likes it. But one evening, Froggie shows up at his door. He wants to listen to Rabbit's story, too. While eating a snack-or three. While lounging on a pillow-or ten... -
![Behold the Bold Umbrellaphant and Other Poems by Jack Prelutsky]()
Behold the Bold Umbrellaphant and Other Poems by Jack Prelutsky
6 ratingsWhat do you get when you cross . . . A toaster with a toad?A tuba with a baboon?A clock with an octopus?A hat with a chicken?An umbrella with an elephant?Why . . . A Pop-up ToadsterA TubaboonThe ClocktopusA Hatchicken and . . .The Bold UmbrellaphantAnd what do you get when you cross this book with a kid?Why . . -
![Dinner Time by Jan Pieńkowski]()
Dinner Time by Jan Pieńkowski
6 ratingsJan Pienkowski is known for his bold, bright illustrations and clever mechanics. The animals are brought to life in this classic pop-up that is fun for kids of every age... -
![Dogerella by Maribeth Boelts, Donald Wu]()
Dogerella by Maribeth Boelts, Donald Wu
6 ratingsDOGERELLA SPENDS HER days scratching the fleas and fluffing the tails of her ungrateful stepdog mother and mean stepdog sisters. At night, she dreams of a home where she is loved. In a nearby castle lives Bea, a sweet, slightly spoiled princess whose fondest wish is for a loyal pet to call her own. A dog's dream and a princess's wish come true in this funny fairy tale... -
![Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover by Cynthia Rylant, Suçie Stevenson]()
Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover by Cynthia Rylant, Suçie Stevenson
6 ratingsHenry and Mudge are going to a sleepover at Patrick's house! There's pizza and popcorn, games and monster movies...and Mudge even has his own sleeping bag (he's too big to share Henry's)...
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