Aven Green didn't lose her arms in an alligator wrestling match or a wildfire in Tanzania. That's just what she tells people when she gets the "looks." The truth is Aven was born without arms, but, at age 13, that hasn't stopped her from doing almost anything. Then her parents take a job running Stagecoach Pass, a rundown Western theme park in Arizona, and Aven has to leave everything she knows behind.

A fall from the house roof leaves eight-grader Chase Ambrose with acute retorgrade amnesia. He may not remember names and faced from before his accident, but his classmates certainly remember him, and for the majoruty of Hiawasee Middle School, the memories are none too pleasant.

The kids from Mr. Terupt's 5th and 6th grade classes are entering their first year of junior high school. There's a lot to be excited about, but starting at a new school isn't easy. Peter and Jeffrey face tough competition on their wrestling team. Alexia is desparate for Charlie to propose to her mother- what is he waiting for?! Danielle isn't feeling so well, but she's trying to tough it out, like Grandma. Trouble with a bully makes Luke dread going to school for the first time ever. And Jessica is waiting anxioulsy for an acceptance to a theater retreat in New York City. Everyone is missing Mr. Terupt. When a fight threatens to break up the group forever, they think their favorite teacher is the only one who can help them. But the kids soon find out it is Mr. Terupt who needs saving.

A lightening strike gives her a super power.... but even a super genius can't solve the problem of middle school. Lucy Callahan's life was changed forever when she was struck by lightning. She doesn't remember it, but the zap gave her genius-level math skills, and she's been homeschooled ever since. Now, at 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. She just has to pass 1 more test- middle school!

Marly always knew Mr. Summerling as her friendly neighbor living in the big, old house next door. Sure, he walked around with a metal detector and talked about being a "treasure hunter," but she didn't think much of it- that is, until news of Mr. Summerling's death arrives at her doorstep, and Marly is brought into a treasure hunt of her own! In Mr. Summerling's will, he left a treasure for Marly and two classmates she barely knows, Isla and Sai. The catch? They have to solve a series of riddles, puzzles, and clues to find it. And to top it all off, they have to work together, which Marly is not looking forward to. But with no other choice, she, Isla, and Sai set off on the hunt. Can they crack the code?

Chase and his sister, Ava, find a strange old staircase. Soon, they are jumping through time! When the ground stops spinning, they are inside King Arthur's castle! Chase and Ava will need to save the king in order to get back home. But what exactly do they need to do? Can they figure it our before it's too late?

Dragon, a Dragon Stone, a king, a wizard, and magic! In the first book in this fully-illustrated series, 8-year old Drake is snatched up by King Roland's soldier and taken to the castle. He is to be trained as a Dragon Master. At the castle, he is joined by three other young Dragon Master's-in-training: Ana, Rori, and Bo. The Dragon Masters must learn how to connect with and train their dragons-- and they must also uncover their dragons' special powers. Does Drake have what it takes to be a Dragon Master? What is his dragon's special power?

Not every dragonet wants a destiny. Clay has grown up hidden beneath a mountain, one of five dragonets chosen to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. He's not sure about the prophecy part, but Clay can't imagine not living with the other dragonets; they're his best friends. So when one of the dragonets is threatened, all five spring into action. Together, they will choose freedom over fate, leave the mountain, and pursue their destiny- on their own terms.

Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-Sitters Club. Whatever comes up- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls- you can count on them to save the day. Baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.

Quick, call out! Tell all you can reach; the night is just perfect for bats at the beach! So pack your buckets, banjos, and blankets- don't forget the moon-tan lotion- and wing with a bunch or fuzzy bats to where foamy sea and soft sand meet.