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'A Bella Street Mystery: Doc Gutson's Revenge' by Clare Havens 'A Bella Street Mystery: Doc Gutson's Revenge' by Clare Havens Dec. 10, 2011 $0.99 33937 words Sample 50%
Incarcerated in a New York state prison, Doc Gutson is building the meanest gang in the tri-state area, driven by her hatred of the Street family and her burning thirst for REVENGE. Can Bella and Felix track down the mysterious 'Excalibur' and outwit the Doc for a second time? It seems as likely as finding a snowball in the Sahara... The Doc wants revenge and it's not gonna be pretty.
'Twas the 4th Night Before Christmas by Jason Jones 'Twas the 4th Night Before Christmas by Jason Jones April 07, 2011 $0.99 2858 words Sample 30%
Gargog,the most wicked Dragon of all, plans to destroy half the countryside and stop Christmas forever. The only one who has a chance to stop him is a Hare who would rather mind his own business. 'Twas the 4th Night Before Christmas is the first tale of the Modern Myths series. It is great story for ages 8 and up.
1 Peking by Wayetu Moore 1 Peking by Wayetu Moore May 06, 2011 $2.00 347 words Sample 10%
1 Peking is a counting book about a young boy on the day of his 7th birthday picnic in a Monrovian park. Peking is a Liberian phrase that means “small boy.”
123 From Land And Sea by Irene Kueh 123 From Land And Sea by Irene Kueh May 11, 2011 $1.99 1033 words Sample 40%
This is the second series of the "Land And Sea" (with Lane and Shelby) series. Just like ABC From Land And Sea, 123 From Land And Sea is filled with colorful pictures and cute rhymes to help your child learn their numbers (1 to 10) the fun way. You and your child will have a smile or two or three:-) - Kathy Kesner & Irene Kueh -
202 More! Jokes for Kids by Jessica Van Vleet 202 More! Jokes for Kids by Jessica Van Vleet Aug. 17, 2011 $1.99 2616 words Sample 5%
202 More! Jokes for Kids contains 202 silly jokes and punch lines that kids of all ages will enjoy.
3 Fun Tales About Monsters by Kenneth W. Cain 3 Fun Tales About Monsters by Kenneth W. Cain Nov. 15, 2011 $0.99 165 words Sample 20%
These three short children’s illustrated tales were created to help children come to grips with some of their own fears. You will find three short illustrated tales dealing with darkness, things that go bump in the night, and swimming.
3 On a Moonbeam - Moonbeam Series, Book 2 by Joyce Sandilands 3 On a Moonbeam - Moonbeam Series, Book 2 by Joyce Sandilands Sep. 21, 2011 $2.95 12203 words Sample 8%
A whimsical fairy story for early readers and the sequel to Leprechaun Magic. Set in Fairyland, we already know that Paddy, the leprechaun and his friend, Jake, have become moonbeam riders. They are having a great time traveling down moonbeams and helping Earth children with their problems. This time, however, they discover that a stowaway has hitched a ride with them. Ages 4-9 years.
5 Children's Stories by Edna Curry 5 Children's Stories by Edna Curry Feb. 28, 2011 $0.99 6111 words Sample 20%
This download contains five short stories to read aloud to your child. One is about a canary, one about a mouse family and the other three about children and their cats. Suitable for children about age 5-8.
8 Christmas Stories: Including A Letter to Santa by Ray Mathews 8 Christmas Stories: Including A Letter to Santa by Ray Mathews Nov. 05, 2009 $2.99 16935 words Sample 10%
Christmas is save by all kinds of folks: Elves, little girls, little boys, an angel in search of wings, and even a snake! What more could we ask for a Merry Christmas?
A Bad School Day by E.D. Hall A Bad School Day by E.D. Hall Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 638 words Sample 5%
E.D. Hall's "A Bad School Day" tells the story about a school boy who learns a valuable lesson about, playing verses taking care of, "business." This bad day turns into something quite different at the end.
A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 1: Belinda and the Witch's Cat by Margaret Pearce A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 1: Belinda and the Witch's Cat by Margaret Pearce April 25, 2011 $3.99 17637 words Sample 20%
Belinda's life suddenly becomes full of friends and adventures. She learns to fly a moth eaten carpet to visit her mother, turn a big black bear back into her father and saves Senna from certain death.
A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 2: Belinda and the Holidays It Rained by Margaret Pearce A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 2: Belinda and the Holidays It Rained by Margaret Pearce May 30, 2011 $3.99 16806 words Sample 20%
The school holidays have a bad start. Belinda's father doesn't arrive home and it is raining. The news is that his car went over the cliff into the surf beach, but there is no body. Belinda, her mother and Kate stay at Amanda's family beach house to be near where the car went over.
A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 3: Belinda and the Missing Will by Margaret Pearce A Belinda Robinson Novel Book 3: Belinda and the Missing Will by Margaret Pearce Nov. 21, 2011 $3.99 18418 words Sample 20%
Belinda's unusual grandmother, with her unusual cat, Senna, is looking after Belinda while her parents are away. Belinda is thrilled because unusual things always happen when grandmother comes to visit... And this visit is no exception, first the girls learn of the missing Will that will save old Miss Higgins, then the petrified gryphon on Miss Higgins' roof accidentally gets woken...
A Bella Street Mystery: The Secret Formula by Clare Havens A Bella Street Mystery: The Secret Formula by Clare Havens April 10, 2011 $0.99 34711 words Sample 50%
Tween Noir — think Anna Wintour meets Humphrey Bogart! Beneath the bright lights of New York City, gangsters and criminals scurry about like cockroaches on a day-old pizza. The Gutson Gang has their sights set on stealing The Secret Formula that makes the wearer irresistible. Can Bella and Felix stop the evil Gutson Gang, or will they wind up in the East River wearing cement shoes?
A Blessing of Unicorns by The Abbotts A Blessing of Unicorns by The Abbotts Nov. 16, 2011 $4.99 6637 words Sample 20%
Meet Sarah Brown and her friends Daisy and George who live in the little village of Puddley. Sarah's passion in life is - unicorns! And she sets out to find them with the help of her new friends. Exciting adventures unfold as the children try to rescue the unicorns from the evil hunters! Why not join them in their adventures? Suitable from 8 years to 12 years.
A Boy And His Talking Dog by Heath Gordon A Boy And His Talking Dog by Heath Gordon Jan. 14, 2012 $0.99 4875 words Sample 20%
One day while going for a walk in the woods, Kyle stumbles upon a talking dog. His mom says that he can keep it, and the two quickly become friends and have many adventures. But Kyle grows up, as all boys do, and meets a girl. Will their friendship stand this test?
A Bunch of Battlers by Kylie Reynolds A Bunch of Battlers by Kylie Reynolds July 02, 2011 $1.99 15285 words Sample 50%
Peter, Robyn and Billy live on a farm with their grandparents. They are a happy family. Tragedy strikes,the grandparents die, the Welfare take charge of the children. A distant relative in a a large city agrees to take the children. But the children are determined not to live in a city.They set out on bicycles to find a home in the remote outback region of Queensland. Written by an 11 year old.
A Bunny Called Soup by Kristi Owings A Bunny Called Soup by Kristi Owings May 07, 2011 $0.99 1435 words Sample 50%
A story of fear told from the point of a stuffed bunny.
A Candle for Boo by Beth Cox A Candle for Boo by Beth Cox Aug. 09, 2011 $0.99 3264 words Sample 15%
‘A Candle for Boo’ is about a little girl named Jane Jane and her brother, named Boo, who live in the Land of the Giants. The King of the Giants accidentally blew out the sun, and the land is dark. Jane Jane sets out to find a candle for her baby brother’s birthday cake. Candles are in short supply, but in the end Jane Jane is happily surprised by the generosity of her neighbors.
A Challenge to be a Unicorn by Dawn Davies A Challenge to be a Unicorn by Dawn Davies Aug. 22, 2010 $2.99 1325 words Sample 50%
All unicorn’s have to undertake a challenge before they get their golden horns, and it’s not an easy task to undertake, first, on earth they have to spend a time being a true living horse, they can be either someone’s pet, or a Police horse or a free and wild horse, or a working horse and of any breed or have any colour coat. To become a Unicorn they have to earn golden stars f
A Children's Book Children`s Short Stories by Travis Ford A Children's Book Children`s Short Stories by Travis Ford Jan. 21, 2011 $3.99 3890 words Sample 10%
A Children's Book Children's Short Stories, is ten original short stories Travis Ford has written for children.
A Christmas Ear-Noz by Andrea Frazer A Christmas Ear-Noz by Andrea Frazer Nov. 29, 2011 $0.99 10146 words Sample 20%
The Ear-Noz had no idea what a Christmas was, or snow, but he was about to find out, as his first December with the Barraclough family arrived! He was about to discover twinkly lights, snowballs, and singing - the Ear-Noz way!
A Christmas Princess by Jodi Stone A Christmas Princess by Jodi Stone April 27, 2011 $1.99 1126 words Sample 5%
Brooke wants a pair of glass slippers for Christmas, but becomes disappointed when she and her two little sisters receive crowns instead. Will disappointment ruin her Christmas, or will the help of a Christmas fairy and the love for her sisters help Brooke discover the true meaning of Christmas?
A Christmas Tree For Santa by Ted Summerfield A Christmas Tree For Santa by Ted Summerfield April 18, 2011 $0.99 1989 words Sample 20%
Forest Ranger 'Ranger Rick' decides to take a Christmas tree to Santa because there are no trees at the North Pole. On the way, Ranger Rick runs into a thieving moose, a friendly polar bear, a vacationing penguin, Santa’s helpers, and Santa. This colorful picture book for children 2-7 also has large, black and white pictures in the Appendix for printing & coloring.
A city called Snow by S_ h1ros A city called Snow by S_ h1ros Feb. 24, 2011 $0.99 8395 words Sample 20%
A castaway was picked up from a completely white boat and brought to a completely white city. Here he came to discover the city of Snow, where everyone is called Snow and everybody and everything is so white as to appear luminous.
A Clouds Story by Joshua Kelly A Clouds Story by Joshua Kelly July 15, 2011 $1.99 346 words Sample 5%
In this E-book you can find Cluster the Cloud Sharing his story about how he and his friends impact the weather everyday.
A Collection of Stories for Demented Children by John H. Carroll A Collection of Stories for Demented Children by John H. Carroll Oct. 21, 2011 $0.99 21538 words Sample 20%
Five short stories combined into one collection, written for demented children and adults too. Follow the tales of anti-heroes through misadventures and mishaps. Emo bunnies, zombies, rainbows, an unholy cow and sugar plum fairies dance across the pages. Caution, these stories are not for the sane of heart.
A Collection Of Ten Short Children Stories, Book 1 by Mike Jones A Collection Of Ten Short Children Stories, Book 1 by Mike Jones Sep. 01, 2011 $4.99 10207 words Sample 5%
This book is a collection of ten short children stories. They are not only funny and enjoyable but they all have a message about behaviour, respect and appreciation. You can buy the stories in this book as individual books or you can buy this book as a collection and save money. This book collection contains the following stories:
A Cricket's Christmas: The Bethlehem Story by David G. Hennessey A Cricket's Christmas: The Bethlehem Story by David G. Hennessey March 08, 2011 $2.99 24844 words Sample 20%
Chirp is a cricket living in a Bethlehem manger. He thinks he has no gifts or talents and wonders why he can't climb in the rafters like his spider friends. He is about to experience all the miracles that accompanied the birth of Jesus Christ, and it will change his life and that of his friends forever.
A Curly Tale by Write-a-Book-in-a-Day A Curly Tale by Write-a-Book-in-a-Day April 25, 2011 You set the price! 4198 words Sample 10%
People come from far and wide to watch Glenda the belly-dancing pig perform! But Glenda is unhappy. She yearns for something more. When she visits an old rundown timber mill she realizes what she’s missing out on. She must make a choice between what she loves and her duty to her friend.
A Day in the Life of Amanda by Judy Seaberry A Day in the Life of Amanda by Judy Seaberry Dec. 31, 2011 $2.99 771 words Sample 20%
Amanda's good day explores the joys and positive emotions of a young girl. Amanda's bad day teaches children how to handle conflict. A tool to examine our words and actions Amanda teaches through poignant illustrations. Two books in one Amanda is a great asset.
A Day in the Life of Lucy by Miriam Pourciau A Day in the Life of Lucy by Miriam Pourciau Dec. 13, 2011 $1.99 1948 words Sample 20%
The book is A day in the life of a dog named Lucy. Lucy keeps her owner (a truck driver) company and goes on the road with her owner.
A Different Kind of Hero by Leah Beth Evans A Different Kind of Hero by Leah Beth Evans May 24, 2010 $4.99 33 words Sample 10%
The rainforest is under attack. One monkey is determined to save it. His name is Tomagochi. He’s brown, small and plain. But when a group of men enters the rainforest armed with bulldozers and axes, Tomagochi the monkey springs into action to defend his natural habitat. While larger animals like Peshe the tiger run and hide, Tomagochi charges into battle. Will he be victorious?
A Dog's Life by Gary Whitmore A Dog's Life by Gary Whitmore Oct. 03, 2011 $0.99 43018 words Sample 5%
The paws on the other foot when Voodoo potion turns a dog hating man into one and it’s the dogs he mistreated that help him turn back into a human, so he doesn’t lose his family to another man.
A Fairly Interesting Week by DJ Daniels A Fairly Interesting Week by DJ Daniels Nov. 06, 2011 $2.99 11516 words Sample 20%
Someone has smashed up all the robots in the school science room. Daniel and his best friends, Sam and Anna, want to stop it happening again. Of course they know who did it - they just have to prove it. Their secret weapon is a graffiti creating bike. And, maybe, Anna's Dad. A book about inventors, bikes, robots and friends.
A FANTASTIC DAY by Geni M. A FANTASTIC DAY by Geni M. Oct. 16, 2010 $1.49 2145 words Sample 30%
A humorous story of a school boy who dreams of his birthday and numerous gifts, but is woken up by the reality of school. He has not told his mother that she was called to school out of fear, and tries to fool her so that she allows him to stay back. Does he succeed?Read to find out........
A Father's Love, a young adult adventure by Lorhainne Eckhart A Father's Love, a young adult adventure by Lorhainne Eckhart Nov. 20, 2011 $0.99 3088 words Sample 50%
In 1926, and keeping with the Lattimer tradition, thirteen year old David is gifted to hunt the Christmas Goose. He sets off with his ten year old sister Rose, reminded by his Father—be back by sundown. But when David and Rose stumble between a Mother Bear and her cubs, they are treed. Turning this historic day to one of terror as the sun sets, the temperature drops and snow arrives.
A Firefly Dream by Robert M. Yelverton A Firefly Dream by Robert M. Yelverton Aug. 02, 2011 $1.49 1697 words Sample 40%
A Children's Bedtime Story. One of a mommy fireflies love and her child's dream. Believing in yourself and letting go. This story is dedicated to my Mom and all the Mommies of the World. Thank You for believing in your children and having the courage to let go. This book is NOT illustrated. It is just a great bedtime story. Proof readers told me to inform mommies to have tissues close at hand.
A Fish Tale by Lora Farren A Fish Tale by Lora Farren Sep. 03, 2011 $2.99 493 words Sample 20%
Pollution affects every aspect of our environment, even the pollution at the bottom our oceans that we can't see. Read this story about a little fish that remembers a brighter past and hopes for a better future. The fish know about the hazards of pollution, perhaps we can learn from the fish.
A Freddie and Jimmy Story - The Christmas Thieves - Picture Book by N.A. Oswald A Freddie and Jimmy Story - The Christmas Thieves - Picture Book by N.A. Oswald Sep. 29, 2011 $1.99 1027 words Sample 20%
Have you ever wondered what cats get up to while their owners are out? Find out with this fantastic children's picture book about two real cats who live in the North Yorkshire Moors of England. Suitable for ages 4 to 104, this book is perfect for sharing, especially at bedtime. More confident young readers will enjoy reading it to themselves or to adults.
A Freddie and Jimmy Story - The Flood - Picture Book by N.A. Oswald A Freddie and Jimmy Story - The Flood - Picture Book by N.A. Oswald Sep. 29, 2011 $1.99 832 words Sample 20%
Have you ever wondered what cats get up to while their owners are out? Find out with this fantastic children's picture book about two real cats who live in the North Yorkshire Moors of England. Suitable for ages 4 to 104, this book is perfect for sharing, especially at bedtime. More confident young readers will enjoy reading it to themselves or to adults.
A Friend Up In the Clouds by Charles Lombardi A Friend Up In the Clouds by Charles Lombardi May 17, 2011 $5.99 1195 words Sample 20%
This Book is about Teamwork and Friendship.
A Frogs Tale by Alan Hart A Frogs Tale by Alan Hart Feb. 05, 2011 $1.99 17219 words Sample 10%
A story about the adventures of two best friends - that happen to be Frogs. They get where they are going by hopping, they are never naughty, but they still manage to get into some heart stopping situations.
A Fun Poem by C. Franklin by Linda Anderson A Fun Poem by C. Franklin by Linda Anderson April 29, 2011 $0.99 117 words Sample 20%
Finally a fun poem for all of us to read and the pictures say it all! This also would make a great social skills book. This poem was donated to Linda's Free Library a non profit.
A Game of Marbles by Carol Hightshoe A Game of Marbles by Carol Hightshoe May 12, 2011 $0.99 1039 words Sample 10%
A look at the creation of the Asteroid Belt, and it all begins with a simple game of marbles.
A Ghost in My Closet by Yvonne Perry A Ghost in My Closet by Yvonne Perry Aug. 02, 2010 You set the price! 917 words Sample 50%
Sidney encounters what he thinks is a ghost in his closet. Von-Von affirms the presence of angels and teaches him how to interact with his divine helpers and spirit guides without fear. Helps parents with children who see in the spirit to accept this mystical gift.
A Ghost Mystery-Un Mystère de Fantôme-Ein Gespenstergeheimnis by Suzy Stewart Dubot A Ghost Mystery-Un Mystère de Fantôme-Ein Gespenstergeheimnis by Suzy Stewart Dubot Oct. 09, 2011 $0.99 2099 words Sample 25%
This is a children's book about a ghost who squeaks! It is written in three languages, English, French and German as ghosts don't always speak English...
A Ghost's Baseball by Michael James Brogdon A Ghost's Baseball by Michael James Brogdon Nov. 18, 2011 $0.99 2241 words Sample 20%
When Charlie and Dwayne headed out to play a little baseball on the afternoon of Halloween, they had no idea what adventure they were about to embark upon. When Dwayne hit a ball that headed straight for old Mr. Rollon's window, the two boys were in for the scariest night of their life!
A Gift for Yole by Wayetu Moore A Gift for Yole by Wayetu Moore May 06, 2011 $2.00 913 words Sample 10%
A Gift for Yole tells the story of young Kona, who is looking for a gift for her favorite friend Yole. Kona looks all over Monrovia with her mother to find a gift for her friend, who she is convinced will only like her gift if it is from America. Luckily during her exploration of the beautiful city, Kona realizes otherwise.
A Gift from Heaven by Sharmila Dey A Gift from Heaven by Sharmila Dey Aug. 06, 2011 $2.10 1717 words Sample 10%
MaryAnn looked longingly at all the nice things that her friends owned. All her classmates were girls from wealthy families. MaryAnn felt miserable and ashamed of her poverty and then one day....... 'A Gift from Heaven' is an entertaining short story for children.They will simply love reading it till the end.