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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
J.K. Rowling
Tuesday, July 7th is the paper release date of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the last and final book in this phenomenal series of 7 books. The hardcover edition of this book which details the long-awaited confrontation between Harry and Lord Voldemort, sold 15 million copies in the first 24 hours following its release. There is no question of the positive impact the series has had on children’s books and motivating new readers. We all love Harry!
paperback on sale for $15.16 |
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The Odd Egg
Emily Gravett
From Orange Pear Apple Bear to Meerkat Mail, we have been absolutely charmed by Gravett’s delightful watercolours and quirky stories. Her latest in paperback, Odd Egg is equally entertaining as we meet a duck who is eager to hatch an egg like all his friends.
paperback $9.99 ages 2 + |
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Ivy & Bean #5: Bound to be Bad
Annie Barrows
Ivy and Bean couldn’t be more different but end up becoming best friends. Together, these 7-year-olds share all kinds of adventures in this popular early chapter book series. In their latest book, the girls decide to be so good that animals will love them and follow them home. But of course, things don’t turn out as planned!
paperback $7.95 ages 6 - 10 |
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Three Cups of Tea: Young Reader’s Edition
Greg Mortenson & David Oliver Relin
This young reader's edition of the worldwide bestseller Three Cups of Tea has been specially adapted for younger readers and updated by Mortenson to bring his remarkable story of humanitarianism up to the present day. Includes new photos and illustrations.
paperback $11.00 ages 9 - 12 |
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Pete & Pickles
Berkeley Breathed
Pete is a predictable, practical, uncomplicated pig until one stormy night Pickles, an elephant escapee from the circus, sneaks into Pete's house. Her ridiculous plans upset, transform and enrich Pete's life. With its whimsical characters and vibrant illustrations Pete & Pickles is guaranteed to charm!
hardcover $20.00 ages 3 - 6 |
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Lunch with Lenin
Deborah Ellis
Deborah Ellis' new short story collection is dedicated to "those who struggle to survive" such as five year old Valerin who is abandoned in Moscow's Red Square or Zameer whose family is devastated when their Afghan poppy fields are purposefully destroyed. As always, Ellis writes with care and compassion, connecting us to people in shocking and complex circumstances.
paperback $14.95 ages 11 - 14 |
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Astronomy: Out of this World!
Dan Green
The creators of The Periodic Table: Elements with Style! have done it again. This time they chart the solar system and beyond with Astronomy: Out of this World! From Alpha Centauri (a bit of an oddball rising star) to white dwarves (a "degenerate" part of the All-Star Crew), each object becomes a cosmic character with its own wacky personality.
paperback $9.95 ages 8 + |
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The Last Olympian
Rick Riordan
In the final book of Riordan’s best-selling series, the battle continues against Kronos and his army of Titans. It is up to Percy and the young demi-gods to protect the streets of Manhattan and guard the doorway to Mount Olympus. Meanwhile, the mysterious prophecy surrounding Percy’s sixteenth birthday is about to be revealed ... A riveting conclusion to a great adventure!
#1 Lightning Thief paperback $10.99
#2 Sea of Monsters paperback $10.25
#3 Titan's Curse paperback $10.25
#4 Battle of the Labryinth paperback $10.25
#5 The Last Olympian hardcover $22.99 ages 9 - 14 |
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Beka Cooker #2: Bloodhound
Tamora Pierce
Beka is now a “Dog” in the provost’s Guard, defending the streets of Corus. But trouble brews in Port Caynn, where a dangerous ring of counterfeiters threatens to corrupt the city. With the help of Clary and her dog Achoo, Beka delves deep into the world of gambling and the Rogue in the second installment of Pierce’s new trilogy.
Beka Cooker #1: Terrier paperback $12.99
Beka Cooker #2: Bloodhound hardcover $21.00 ages 12 + |
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The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey
Trenton Lee Stewart
The exciting sequel to the Mysterious Benedict Society brings our four unusual and gifted friends back together to form a spy network. They face their greatest challenge yet, to save the mysterious Mr. Benedict who has disappeared. The children set off around the world following clues that will hopefully lead them to him.
paperback $7.99 ages 9 - 12 |
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Mortal Instruments #3: City Of Glass
Cassandra Clare
This Buffy-like young adult series is gaining in popularity thanks in part to Twilight author Stephanie Meyer’s recommendation. Not only does Clary Fray discover New York City’s Downworld, full of vampires, faeries and other supernatural creatures, she discovers she is a demon slayer. This action-packed conclusion to the series is a perfect summer read for Twilight fans.
#1 City Of Bones paperback $11.50
#2 City Of Ashes paperback $11.50
#3 City Of Glass
hardcover $19.99 ages 14 + |
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The 39 Clues
Here’s a great gift for that adventurous 9-12 year old who loves reading and/or computers! This 10-book series will test your knowledge of history, geography and computer skills. Each book will be written by a well-known children’s author and includes 6 game cards. Additional card packs are available with more clues and kids can register on-line for a chance to win the over $100,000 in prizes.
#1 The Maze of Bones is by Rick Riordan $13.99 hardcover
#2 One False Note is Gordon Korman $13.99 hardcover
#3 The Sword Thief is by Peter Lerangis $13.99 hardcover
#4 Beyond the Grave is by Jude Watson $15.99 hardcover
Card Pack (for Books 1, 2, & 3) $7.99
Card Pack (for Books 4, 5, & 6) $8.99
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The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel Series
Michael Scott
Nicholas Flamel was a 14th century alchemist who discovered the secret to eternal life in a book that he has protected for centuries. This powerful book is stolen by forces that could destroy the world using its secrets. Flamel, with the help of twins Josh and Sophie and their newly awakened powers, must recover the book before it’s too late.
#1 The Alchemyst paperback$10.99
#2 The Magician paperback $11.50
#3 The Sorceress hardcover$19.99 ages 12 + |
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Bradley McGogg, The Very Fine Frog
Tim Beiser (text)
Rachel Berman (illustrations)
Uncle Tim promised to write a story about a frog for his niece and this is the wonderful result. Great rhyming text tells the story of a frog that discovers his cupboards are bare. Bradley sets off to meet his new neighbours in hopes they will share what they eat! But he soon discovers that mice like disgusting things like cheese and crackers and bears like honey. “So sadly did Bradley slog back to his bog to mope without hope for some food in his log.” Along with Victoria’s own Rachel Berman’s charming illustrations, this book will no doubt be a family favourite.
hardcover $19.99 ages 3 +
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Stanley’s Beauty Contest
Linda Bailey
Hurray! Our favourite Stanley the dog is back for a new adventure! Stanley’s people are so preoccupied with primping him for the dog show in the park, they forget his breakfast! This makes Stanley very grumpy. Author Linda Bailey is from Vancouver and illustrator Bill Slavin is from Ontario.
hardcover $17.95 ages 3 - 7 |
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Singing to the Sun
Vivien French
New from our favourite illustrator from Wales, Jackie Morris. A lovely fairy tale about a boy who is sent away to marry one of three princesses. One represents power, one wealth and one love. His parents want him to pick power or wealth, but his trusting companions, a tabby cat and a jester help him to be true to himself.
hardcover $23.50 ages 3 - 8 |
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The Composer is Dead
Lemony Snicket
The Composer is dead! In fact, he’s decomposing. The death is suspicious and the Inspector is certain that the culprit lurks among the orchestra. Could it be the French Horns? No, they were out with the Trombones and the percussion instruments, dancing until dawn. The Harp, the Tuba, the reed instruments—every instrument has an alibi. Who murdered the Composer? Another crazy adventure by the mysterious and clever Lemony Snicket, author of The Series of Unfortunate Events.
hardcover $19.50 ages 5 + |
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Cat
Matthew Van Fleet
Fans of Van Fleet’s bestsellers Tails and Dog will love Cat. Brian Stanton has fabulously photographed 22 breeds of cats. These cats pounce, prance and jump through the pages with the help of pull-tabs, textures and interactive surprises!
hardcover $19.99 ages 2 + |
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3 Willows: The Sisterhood Grows
Ann Brashares
A new summer and a new sisterhood from the author of the beloved Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series. Polly, Jo and Ama are getting ready to enter the same high school from which the legendary Sisterhood graduated.
hardcover $21.99 ages 12 + |
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Captain Teachum’s Buried Treasure
Peter Carter
One of our favourite picture books is back in print! Captain Teachum has the reputation of being a horribly mean pirate BUT he has three secrets. He has 25 children, a bad memory and his wife makes him do the washing up! Of course, he can’t remember where he buried all his treasure. Korky Paul’s (Winnie the Witch) wonderfully detailed and humorous illustrations make this a classic.
paperback $9.95 ages 4 + |
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Dangerous Book for Boys Canadian Edition
Rediscover the adventure and fun of being young (at heart). This international bestseller now has a nostalgic Canadian twist that reflects the traditions, geography and games of our country. Learn how to build a snow fort, paddle and portage a canoe or build a treehouse. Read about famous Canadian heroes as well as interesting words phrases and poems. For boys of all ages!
hardcover on sale for $23.96 |
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Crown of Horns
Jeff Smith
This is the breathtaking conclusion to Jeff Smith's nine-book graphic novel series.
paperback $10.99 ages 9 + |
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Dragonfly Pool
Eva Ibbotson
Twelve-year-old Tally isn’t happy about being sent away from pre-war London to a boarding school in the countryside, but she soon falls in love with its eccentric staff and students. On a school trip to the kingdom of Bergania, she meets a young prince desperate for friendship and adventure. Ibbotson is the author of our favourite books Journey to the River Sea and Star of Kazan.
paperback $9.99 ages 9 - 13 |
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Pendragon Series
D. J. MacHale
We have two new books for Pendragon fans! Raven Rise is #9 in the adventure and the first book now comes in a graphic novel. It has been six years since we first met Bobby Pendragon, the 14-year-old boy who is responsible for solving inter-dimensional conflict and saving the universe from ultimate evil!
#9 Raven Rise hardcover $19.99
#1 Merchant of Death Graphic Novel paperback $11.50 ages 9 + |
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series
Jeff Kinney
Fun cartoons add to Greg Heffley’s hilarious journal about life at middle school. This New York Times #1 bestseller is a big hit and a great summer read for boys who have better things to do!
Diary of a Wimpy Kid hardcover $14.50
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules hardcover $14.50
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Last Straw hardcover $14.50
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Do-it-yourself Book hardcover $11.95
ages 9 - 12 |
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Clementine
The Talented Clementine
Clementine's Letter
Sara Pennypacker
Reminiscent of Ramona and Eloise, you can’t help but fall in love with this precocious little girl who claims “spectacularful ideas are always sproinging up in my brain.” Clementine is a talented problem-solver and through these delightful chapter books she tells us the story of her daily adventures as her mind races from one thing to another.
Clementine paperback $5.75
The Talented Clementine paperback $5.75
Clementine's Letter paperback $5.99 ages 6 - 10 |
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Scaredy Squirrel
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend
Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach
Scaredy Squirrel at Night
Melanie Watt
New in this best selling series by Canadian author/illustrator Melanie Watt. Scaredy Squirrel never sleeps -- sleep might mean bad dreams about dragons, ghosts, vampire bats and polka-dot monsters. Our wide-eyed hero has a plan: stay awake all night, every night!
Scaredy Squirrel paperback $8.95
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend hardcover $16.95
Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach hardcover $16.95
Scaredy Squirrel at Night hardcover $16.95 ages 4 - 8 |
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Breaking Dawn
Stephanie Meyer
The Twilight series has taken teens (and adults) by storm. We can’t get enough of this unusual romance of Bella and her boyfriend Edward, who happens to be a vampire – but a good vampire! Don’t miss the hottest book of the year.
hardcover on sale for $19.19 ages 14 + |
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A Northern Light
Jennifer Donnelly
Winner of the 2003 Carnegie Medal, this book has been described as one of the
best teen novels ever published. Based on a true murder. In 1906 upstate
New York a young woman has drowned and 16-year-old Mattie finds herself
with the evidence to solve this mystery. As we learn more about Mattie,
we discover that she dreams of so much more than her father’s farm and
following her mother into an early grave. Despite her heavy workload at
home helping with the farm and family, Mattie does so well at school that
she earns the college scholarship she so desperately wanted. But how can
she earn the money to get there or leave her family when they need her
most? And then there’s Royal Loomis, the very handsome boy next door who
seems to be sweet on her.
paperback
new low price $9.95 ages 14 + |
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Before Green Gables
Budge Wilson
To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Anne of Green Gables, the heirs of L.M. Montgomery have authorized this prequel by Canadian author Budge Wilson. An opportunity to learn about Anne's difficult life as an orphan
before her days at Green Gables. Also new are Anne of Green Gables 100th Anniversary Edition and Imagining Anne: The Island Scrapbooks of L.M. Montgomery.
Before Green Gables paperback $12.99 |
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Zen Ties
Jon J. Muth
Jon J. Muth’s books are like a big hug and we are thrilled to see a sequel to Zen Shorts, our favourite book of 2005. In Zen Ties we meet adorable Haiku-speaking Koo, the nephew of Stillwater, the giant Panda Bear. Of course Muth can’t resist saying “Hi, Koo.” Stillwater continues to help his young friends live more caring and enlightened lives by encouraging them to help a very grouchy elderly neighbour.
hardcover $19.99 ages 4 + |
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Library Lion
Michelle Knudsen
This has to be one of our favourite picture books of 2006. Wonderful,
nostalgic illustrations by Kevin Hawkes make you fall in love with this
friendly lion. Miss Merriweather, the head librarian has many rules but
none for lions in the library. "Then leave him be." Lion soon becomes
a wonderful addition to the library helping dust with his tail and being
the perfect backrest for the children during story time. But one day,
lion has to break the rules to save Miss Merriweather!
hardcover $18.50 ages 3 - 8 |
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Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate DiCamillo
Kate DiCamillo, author of the Newbery Medal and Honor books The
Tale of Despereaux and Because
of Winn-Dixie, brings us a timeless tale perfect for middle-grade readers
and reading aloud. Edward Tulane is a china rabbit who thinks very highly
of himself until one horrible day he is ripped away from his devoted owner
and thrown overboard from the Queen Mary. During his extraordinary journey
home he discovers that he can learn to love. A wonderful story combined
with stunning illustrations by Bagram Ibatoulline make this book a true
and unforgettable gem.
paperback $12.00 ages 7 + |
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