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“The Bird of Bedford Manor,” by Michelle Griep

Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire Juliet and her aunt are starving, penniless, and have nothing to eat in 1820’s England. The only way to get food is to poach it on Henry Russell’s land, but if … Continue reading

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“First Comes Marriage Then Comes Murder,” by Donna Mumma

A Women of Wynton’s Mystery The Curse of the Bridal Gowns! The ladies at the Wynton’s Department Store are at it again, this time trying to stop a smear campaign that involves the much-loved Miss Vivien who runs the bridal … Continue reading

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“Bear and the Three Goldilocks,” by Patrick Horne

Dan Yaccarino Illustrator A Different Way to Look at It! When the three Goldilocks, Mr. Goldilock, Mrs. Goldilock, and Goldie Goldilock, go camping they are not prepared for bears.  When they decide to go for a walk, a bear comes … Continue reading

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“Summer is Here: A Bear and Mole Story,” by Will Hillenbrand

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Mole wants to play baseball despite Ump saying he would never hit the ball.  Bear kept saying Mole could do it. After missing several times, Ump gives Mole a suggestion, and suddenly everything … Continue reading

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“Maker Girl and Professor Smarts,” by Jasmine Florentine

The Ice Cream Solution Chuy and Yaya live in a world after a comet has struck the earth, and many people gained super powers.  They did not get any, but Yaya is determined to use their natural talents as super … Continue reading

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“Dawn Patrol,” by Rob Sayegh Jr.

A Daughter and her Dad Every morning, just as the sun starts to rise, a little girl and her dad get up so they have time to enjoy something together they love, surfing as the sun comes up.  The dad … Continue reading

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“The Pretender,” by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Going Home Two years ago, Rosa ran away from her Amish family and lifestyle. Now she finds herself unmarried and pregnant with a baby the father won’t claim. He only choice for a life for her baby is to return … Continue reading

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“Casey’s Cases: The Mysterious New Girl,” by Kay Healy

On the Job! Casey is a quirky fifth-grader who loves to solve mysteries such as the missing hair band or the wrapped presents.  Casey often stumbles into new cases in everyday life–such as the time when a new girl, Jan, … Continue reading

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“The Riding Lesson,” by Jennifer K. Mann

Riding a Horse! Frances loves horses, but has never ridden one. Today, she will. Her friend, Mae, who has horses, has invited her over. But Frances isn’t prepared for what it is like when dreams of horses clash with reality. … Continue reading

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“The Phantom of the Organ: And Other Mysteries of St. Matthews,” by Susan Barnett Braun

The Curious Happenings at St. Matthews! Melody plays the organ for St. Matthews, a small church in a little town.  Although she is in a compact community, many questionable things happen.  They keep Melody on her toes as she tries … Continue reading

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