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Star Wars®: The Fight to Survive
by Terry BissonThe evolution of the ultimate badguy: one of the most popular Star Wars characters ever comes to life in this spin-off from Episode II. Now in paperback. Boba Fett is the son (and clone) of Jango Fett, the most dangerous bounty hunter in the galaxy. But when Jango is killed, Boba must fend for himself -- against some very powerful enemies.
Star Wars®: The Life and Legend of Obi-Wan Kenobi
by Ryder WindhamHermit. Mentor. General. Jedi. Overlooked as a Padawan, he was to become one of the most revered Masters of all. Sworn to serve the Galactic Republic and the Jedi Order, his own apprentice would bring about their destruction. Powerless to retrieve Darth Vader from the dark side, he would train the only one who could. NYT bestselling author Ryder Windham brings together Obi-Wan's full life story, from his first meeting with Anakin Skywalker to his final meeting with Darth Vader--and beyond.
Star Wars®: The Phantom Menace
by Patricia C. Wrede George LucasMuch-loved YA author Patricia Wrede retells the storyline of Episode I, The Phantom Menace from opening shot to final scene. Since much of the action in Phantom Menace centers on 14-year-old Queen Amidala and 9-year-old Jedi-to-be Anakin Skywalker, Wrede takes the opportunity to focus on the thoughts and struggles of these two scrappy youngsters. And young Star Wars fans will appreciate that Wrede's adaptation is faithful to the screenplay--the events and dialogue mesh seamlessly with memories from the movie, only complementing the action with added details and inner dialogue. Includes an inset section with 28 color stills from the movie.
Star Wars®: Trapped
by Alex WheelerAll new stories featuring classic Star Wars characters Old secrets make new trouble for our heroes as they try to track down their latest enemy.
Star Wars®: Underworld
by Jude WatsonThe search for survivors continues in this next adventure from bestselling author Jude Watson. The Empire has taken over the galaxy. Anakin Skywalker is now Darth Vader. Most of the Jedi are gone . . . . . . but a few remain. And it is up to former Jedi apprentice Ferus Olin and his streetsmart sidekick Trever to find them. No lead is too big or too small . . . even if it means walking into a trap set by the Empire.
Star Wars®: Uprising
by Alex WheelerClassic Heroes. All-new stories. It was supposed to be a simple mission to the palace of Nyemari. Quick, covert, easy. But before the Rebels can get off the planer, Luke receives a mysterious--and deadly--message from former Imperial Commander Rezi Soresh. Though Soresh's assassin, X-7, didn't manage to kill Like, Soresh hasn't given up on vengeance. Luke must surrender himself, or Soresh is prepared to kill a ship full of innocent travelers. Luke has no choice: to save the hostages, he must follow Soresh's directions. Even if they lead straight into a trap.
Star Wars™ Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles
by Landry Q. WalkerLearn all about over 200 of your favorite Star Wars vehicles, from the A-wing to the Y-wing. Want to know how Han Solo acquired the Millennium Falcon? Don't know your X-wing from your Y-wing? Not sure what type of craft Boba Fett's ship is? Look no further than the Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles.From the swamps of Kashyyyk to the deserts of Jakku, from inner-city Coruscant to the vastness of hyperspace, Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles will show you the right craft for the job. Covering vehicles from across every Star Wars movie, as well as Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels. This handy guide is full of fun facts and intriguing information, guaranteed to enthral fans for hours on end.© & TM 2018 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
Star Wars™ Lost Stars
by Claudia GrayThe reign of the Galactic Empire has reached the Outer Rim planet of Jelucan, where aristocratic Thane Kyrell and rural villager Ciena Ree bond over their love of flying. Enrolling at the Imperial Academy is nothing less than a dream come true for both of them. But Thane sours on the dream when he sees firsthand the horrific tactics the Empire uses to maintain its ironclad rule. <P><P>Bitter and disillusioned, he joins the fledgling Rebellion--putting Ciena in an unbearable position between her loyalty to the Empire and her love for the man she's known since childhood. <P><P>Now on opposite sides of the war, will these friends turned foes ever find a way to be together, or will duty tear them--and the galaxy--apart?
Star Wolf: Star Wolf (Wolves of the Beyond #6)
by Kathryn LaskyThe latest in Kathryn Lasky's hit series - a stunning spin-off set among the wolves of Ga'hoole.A great cold has seized the Beyond. The warmth of summer, the smell of sweet grass and the great caribou migrations are distant memories. Now the wolves know only ice, dark, snow and endless cold. The order that kept the wolf clans strong for thousands of years has broken down completely. The wolves have only one chance for survival. They must find their way to a new land, a land of warmth and summer. But the journey will take them over a frozen sea and through thousands of miles of perilous territory. Will the wolves trust young Faolan to lead them?
Star for a Day (Silver Blades Figure Eights, #2)
by Effin OlderRandi, Anna, And Kate are very excited about taking their first skating test--especially about getting the badge. To pass, they must skate across the rink on one foot. Randi practices endlessly and always does the move perfectly. But on the day of the test, she crashes into the wall! Now she's the only one of her friends without a badge. Will she be able to pass the make-up test?
Star in Danger (Thoroughbred #37)
by Joanna CampbellDon't Miss the Exciting Adventures of a New Generation of Thoroughbred Horses and Riders at Whitebrook Farm! Will Christina ever see Star again? Christina Reese is worried.
Star in the Forest
by Laura Resau<P>Zitlally's family is undocumented, and her father has just been arrested for speeding and deported back to Mexico. As her family waits for him to return—they’ve paid a coyote to guide him back across the border—they receive news that he and the coyote’s other charges have been kidnapped and are being held for ransom. <P>Meanwhile, Zitlally and a new friend find a dog in the forest near their trailer park. They name it Star for the star-shaped patch over its eye. As time goes on, Zitlally starts to realize that Star is her father’s “spirit animal,” and that as long as Star is safe, her father will be also. But what will happen to Zitlally’s dad when Star disappears?
Star in the Middle
by Carol Larese MillwardAt sixteen, Star's life has changed drastically now that she's become the mother of a baby boy. To learn what's best for him, Star is taking parenting classes at a center for teen moms. But she's having trouble keeping up with the baby's demands, and her grandmother is threatening to force her to put the baby up for adoption. To top it off, Wilson, a popular star athlete, is in denial about being the father. He doesn't know about Star's terrible, painful secrets. But as Wilson's friends and family push him to accept his responsibility, he learns the truth about Star's disturbing past-- facts that change his life forever.
Star in the Storm
by Joan Hiatt Harlow1912.Twelve-year-old Maggie Wells lives in the port village of Bonnie Bay in Newfoundland, where a statute has been passed outlawing all non-sheep-herding dogs. Maggie swears she'll protect her beloved Newfoundland dog, Sirius, by hiding him if she must. Sirius is named after the brightest star in the sky, which is in the constellation of Canis Major,the Great Dog -- and he more than lives up to his name. He hauls firewood across the frozen bay to keep Maggie's family warm in the winter. He helps Pa fish in the cold Atlantic Ocean. And he saves Maggie when she's stranded near an iceberg. Sirius is an invaluable member of the Wells family, worth protecting at all costs. So when a terrific gale strikes the Newfoundland coast, forcing a steamer with one hundred people on board to founder, Maggie must make the hardest decision of her young life. She knows that her strong, brave dog can help the people on that steamer, but will bringing him out of hiding risk his life? Based on true stories about Newfoundland dogs, "Star in the Storm" is filled with drama, tension, and exciting rescues that will keep readers engrossed from start to finish. This heartwarming story of a lovable dog and his feisty mistress will find fans everywhere.
Star in the Storm
by Joan Hiatt HarlowAll non-sheepherding dogs have been outlawed from the rocky coastal village where Maggie lives. Unwilling to give up her beloved Newfoundland, Sirius, Maggie defies the law and hides Sirius away. But when a steamer crashes into the rocks during a violent storm and starts to sink with a hundred passengers on board, Maggie faces a difficult choice. She knows Sirius can help rescue the people trapped on the ship, but bringing him out of hiding would put his own life in jeopardy. Is Maggie's brave dog a big enough hero to save the desperate passengers--and himself? This heartwarming story of a lovable dog and his feisty mistress is based on true stories about Newfoundland dogs and filled with drama, tension, and exciting rescues.
Star of Light
by Patricia St. JohnHamid's blind sister, Kinza is about to be sold to a beggar by their stepfather. Hamid must rescue Kinza and escape from their mountain village to safety.
Star of Light: Adapted From Star Of Light By Patricia St. John (Patricia St John Series #Vol. 5340)
by Patricia St. JohnHamid rubbed the light from his eyes and looked again. He was not dreaming; it was his stepfather!The man watched Kinza as a snake might watch a baby rabbit at play, waiting for the moment to strike. And for one breathless moment Hamid was sure that he would reach out and snatch her away. Hamid does not want his little blind sister, Kinza, to be sold to a beggar by their stepfather, so he decides to rescue her. Together they escape from their mountain village to a town where there may be a new home for Kinza. But this is only the start of their adventures. Will Kinza be safe? What will happen to Hamid, who dares not go back home? Set in North Africa, readers will be delighted by yet another of Patricia St. John's exciting, freshly edited novels.
Star of Light: Adapted From Star Of Light By Patricia St. John (Patricia St John Series #Vol. 5340)
by Patricia St. JohnHamid rubbed the light from his eyes and looked again. He was not dreaming; it was his stepfather!The man watched Kinza as a snake might watch a baby rabbit at play, waiting for the moment to strike. And for one breathless moment Hamid was sure that he would reach out and snatch her away. Hamid does not want his little blind sister, Kinza, to be sold to a beggar by their stepfather, so he decides to rescue her. Together they escape from their mountain village to a town where there may be a new home for Kinza. But this is only the start of their adventures. Will Kinza be safe? What will happen to Hamid, who dares not go back home? Set in North Africa, readers will be delighted by yet another of Patricia St. John's exciting, freshly edited novels.
Star of Wild Horse Canyon
by Clyde Robert BullaA young boy accompanies his father and uncle on a wild horse roundup, tames a horse he particularly likes, and loses him when, in a storm, the pasture fence gets broken.
Star of Wonder: Christmas Stories and Poems for Children
by Pat AlexanderHere is a book for the whole family to enjoy this Christmas and for years to come. Beginning with the Christmas story-in the familiar words of the Bible, then retold for younger readers-this special collection brings together stories and poems from a wide variety of sources to explore the joy, the fun and the mystery at the heart of Christmas. Here are stories of angels, shepherds and wise men, legends, folk tales and customs, stories of Christmas past and of Christmas plays today. Extracts from A Christmas Carol, Little Women and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe rub shoulders with texts from modern picture storybooks. There are tales here from around the world--from sources as far apart as Russia and Finland to America and Australia. Stories from well-known authors sit alongside those from less familiar names, all offering an enjoyable read. An ideal gift, Star of Wonder is a book for the whole family to enjoy reading together, and an unrivalled resource for schools and churches.
Star of the Parade (Sweet Valley Kids #54)
by Molly Mia StewartSTARSTRUCK Jessica Wakefield has thought of the perfect way to make Sweet Valley Elementary School's float the best in the Thanksgiving Day parade! Daisy Benton, Jessica's favorite child star, is coming to Sweet Valley. Jessica knows that if Daisy rides on the float, they'll be the center of attention! But Daisy is always mobbed by her fans. If Jessica can't even get to talk to her face-to-face, how will she ever convince Daisy to be on the float?
Star of the Party: The Solar System Celebrates!
by Jan CarrHelp throw Sun a birthday celebration in this hilarious picture book complete with nonfiction facts. Great for readers of Moonshot and for the budding astronomer in your life.The planets are throwing Sun a birthday party! Mercury wants to thank Sun for how close they are. (Being the closest planet has its perks.) Earth enjoys Sun's warmth. And all the planets want to celebrate Sun's magnetic personality.But party planning takes work. Do they even have room for all of Jupiter's moon? Don't space out. It's time for this star-studded event!Blast off with Jan Carr and Pura Belpre Award-winning illustrator Juana Medina's quick-witted and fact-filled picture book about the solar system and all of its (inter)stellar inhabitants.
Star of the Show (Magic Puppy #4)
by Andrew Farley Sue Bentley Angela SwanTessa is working on a film set as a young actress, but doesn?t have anyone to talk to. But when Storm, a spaniel puppy with midnight blue eyes, magically appears, he helps her make new friends and meet her favorite actor!
Star of the Show (Magic Puppy)
by Sue BentleyTessa is working on a film set as a young actress, but doesn't have anyone to talk to. When Storm, a spaniel puppy with midnight blue eyes, magically appears, he helps her make new friends and meet her favorite actor!
Star on Stormy Mountain (Puppy Academy #2)
by Gill LewisMeet the students at Puppy Academy—a team of plucky puppies learning to be working dogs. Everyone says Star is much too fast to be a sheepdog—but when your mom is a sheepdog champion, what else can you be? When a lamb goes missing on a field trip to Stormy Mountain, Star races up to find it. But she soon discovers that the lamb isn't the only one who needs her help.