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Wish Upon a Gift: Wish Upon a Gift (Lucky Stars #6)
by Phoebe BrightA magical new series!Cassie has helped many wishes come true! Now she just has to earn one more charm for her bracelet. Then she'll finally be a real Lucky Star!But getting her final charm won't be easy. Everything is going all wrong! Cassie's cat is upset, her dad is missing the big meteor shower, and the ballerina staying at the B&B can't remember her routine. Plus, Alex is leaving! Will Cassie be able to help anyone -- or will she wish this day had never happened?
Wish Upon a Party: Wish Upon a Party (Lucky Stars #4)
by Phoebe BrightA magical new series!It's just like magic! The new boy staying at the B&B is supposed to do magic tricks at a birthday party --- but he's not very good. His tricks are always going wrong! Luckily, Cassie has a few tricks up her sleeve, like a brand-new charm for her bracelet. Can she use it to add some magic to this party --- and make another wish come true?
Wish Upon a Pet: Wish Upon a Pet (Lucky Stars #2)
by Phoebe BrightA magical new series!Cassie doesn't know what her new magical charm does yet, but she's excited to find out. And when a new girl comes to town, Cassie may have her chance! Sita is visiting with her pony, Sunbeam. They're hoping to win first place in a pony show . . . until Sunbeam disappears. It's up to Cassie and Alex to track him down, and make Sita's wish of winning a blue ribbon come true. But where do they start?Luckily, Cassie's new charm -- and some friendly animals -- might be able to help!
Wish Upon a Shark (Mermicorn Island #4)
by Jason JuneHalf mermaid, half unicorn, and totally adorable!The best time of the year has arrived-- Mermicorn Island's annual costume contest. Lucky loves designing ever more elaborate costumes for his Fintastic Four, in the hopes of finally taking home the grand prize. But when a fierce-looking shark crashes the ball, everyone swims for cover. Can Lucky save the day?
Wish Upon a Sleepover
by Suzanne SelforsBestselling author Suzanne Selfors brings heart and humor to this middle grade novel about a group of misfits who find true friendship where they least expect it. Five misfits. One magical wish. Leilani dreams of being friends with the most popular girls in her class—the Haileys—who are always throwing awesome themed sleepovers. She devises a master plan: throw her own sleepover of the century and invite them!When Tutu, her grandmother, accidentally mails Leilani’s invitations to the DO NOT INVITE list, the best sleepover in the history of the world becomes the worst. Instead of the Haileys, the only guests are the three kids Leilani definitely did not want to show up: the neighbor who never speaks, the girl who draws mean pictures of her, and her farting older cousin. At least her best friend August will be there. Leilani and her guests decide to make Tutu’s recipe for Sleepover Soup, which requires each of them to collect one ingredient that has significant meaning in their lives. They embark on a scavenger hunt that reveals unexpected surprises. What Leilani finds is not what she wanted, but it might just be even better. An Imprint Book"Big-hearted, fast-paced, and funny." —Kim Baker, author of Pickle "Equal parts heartbreaking, hopeful and hilarious. It’s impossible not to cheer for these unlikely heroes" —Sara Nickerson, author of The Secrets of Blueberries, Brothers, Moose & Me "Anyone who’s ever felt different from the crowd will relish this story of kids who find the magic of being their own unique selves—together." —Sundee T. Frazier, author of the Coretta Scott King Award-winner Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything In It and the Cleo Edison Oliver series "Huzzah for Suzanne Selfors! By turns humorous and poignant, this terrific book was impossible to put down." —Suzanne Williams, coauthor of the Goddess
Wish Upon a Song: Wish Upon a Song (Lucky Stars #3)
by Phoebe BrightA magical new series!There's a big festival in town -- and Cassie's favorite singer, Jacey Day, is coming to perform. Cassie can't wait to see her! But Jacey's backup singers are sick. Without them, the performance could be ruined. . . .Luckily, Cassie has a plan! Can she use her newest charm to make Jacey's performance sparkle?
Wish Upon a Star (Puppy Princess #3)
by Patty FurlingtonTwo perennial favorites -- dogs and princesses -- combine in this new chapter-book series perfect for fans of Puppy Pirates and Magic Puppy, but with a dash of princess-y fun!Who says princesses have to be perfect? Princess Rosie is in charge of organizing the Royal Talent Show! With all of Petrovia rehearsing their talents, Rosie couldn't be busier. But this year's extra special because Rosie's favorite pop star, Bella Fierece, is judging! She's a real star, not like Rosie, who's too scared to perform with her best friend, Cleo.As the big day approaches, Cleo might need Rosie's help after all. Can Rosie overcome her stage fright and let her inner star shine?
Wish Upon a Stray: A Wish Novel
by Yamile Saied MéndezA heartwarming and authentic immigration story about a stray dog, the power of music, and celebrating old traditions along with new beginnings, by Pura Belpré Award-winning author Yamile Saied Méndez.María Emilia's life turns upside-down when she and her family immigrate from Argentina to the US. How can she make new friends when simply speaking English all day is exhausting?Luckily, she has the company of a stray dog in the neighborhood, who happens to look and act just like her beloved pet cat back home. Eventually, it turns out the pup isn't a stray after all -- she belongs to María Emilia's new neighbor, Donovan. In order to spend more time with the dog (who totally isn't her reincarnated cat... right?), she agrees to sing in Donovan's band. But can Emilia find her new voice without losing herself?
Wish Upon a Superstar: Wish Upon a Superstar (Lucky Stars #5)
by Phoebe BrightA magical new series!Lucky Cassie --- Roxy Gold, the biggest movie star around, is shooting a film in her town! Cassie can't believe how glamorous her life is. But Roxy doesn't seem happy. She can't go anywhere without people taking her picture or asking for her autograph! If only she could be invisible. . . .Cassie wants nothing more than to make Roxy's wish come true --- but how? Maybe her newest charm can help!
Wish You Were Eyre: Mother-daughter Book Club Series (The Mother-Daughter Book Club)
by Heather Vogel FrederickThe Mother-Daughter Book Club says bon voyage to Concord and bonjour to France!It's a dream come true for Megan, who's jet-setting to Paris for Fashion Week with Gigi. Meanwhile, back in Concord, Mrs. Wong decides to run for mayor, so Emma and Stewart team up to make her campaign a success. Jess and Cassidy are also hoping for victories, Jess in the a cappella finals with the MadriGals and Cassidy in the national hockey championships with her teammates. In the midst of it all, the girls--along with their Wyoming pen pals, who drop in for a visit over Spring Break--dive into Charlotte Brontë's classic Jane Eyre. Some real life romance follows, as Becca may have found a Mr. Rochester of her own. And then there's the matter of a certain wedding. The book club girls, their families, the British Berkeley brothers, and even Annabelle Fairfax (aka Stinkerbelle) will be attending the ceremony, which means there might be some bumps before the bride waltzes down the aisle...
Wish You Were Here
by Hilma WolitzerBernie only needs $99 for freedom, but he can&’t make a dimeBernie Segal has a lot of normal problems—like algebra, his height, and a sister who insists he help her learn her lines for the stupid school play. But he also has a lot of not-so-normal problems, like dealing with his father&’s death. His mother is about to remarry, and the thought of having a new man around the house makes Bernie sick. To get out of being at the wedding, Bernie decides to fly to Miami to live with his grandfather. All he needs is $99 for airfare—but where is he going to get the money? Bernie&’s asthma means he can&’t do anything strenuous, like having a paper route, so he&’s forced to take lame jobs, even babysitting, to get the cash. But as the date for his great escape approaches, Bernie begins to wonder if he&’s really trying to run away from the wedding and his new stepfather, or if he is running from himself. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Hilma Wolitzer, including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author&’s personal collection.
Wish You Were Here
by Hilma WolitzerBernie only needs $99 for freedom, but he can&’t make a dimeBernie Segal has a lot of normal problems—like algebra, his height, and a sister who insists he help her learn her lines for the stupid school play. But he also has a lot of not-so-normal problems, like dealing with his father&’s death. His mother is about to remarry, and the thought of having a new man around the house makes Bernie sick. To get out of being at the wedding, Bernie decides to fly to Miami to live with his grandfather. All he needs is $99 for airfare—but where is he going to get the money? Bernie&’s asthma means he can&’t do anything strenuous, like having a paper route, so he&’s forced to take lame jobs, even babysitting, to get the cash. But as the date for his great escape approaches, Bernie begins to wonder if he&’s really trying to run away from the wedding and his new stepfather, or if he is running from himself. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Hilma Wolitzer, including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author&’s personal collection.
Wish You Were Here, Liza: Wish You Were Here, Liza (Candy Apple #25)
by Robin WassermanThis book kicks off our first sweet and sassy Candy Apple summer vacation trilogy! Each book focuses on one girl from a trio, and follows her summer adventure away from her friends.Three girls, three trips, one amazing summer!Liza Gold's biggest nightmare: a cross-country road trip with her parents and two other crazy families; visiting sights like the world's largest ketchup bottle; two whole months away from her best friends, Sam and Mina. And it's all coming true.Liza is convinced that this will be the worst summer ever. But this is one trip that just might surprise her. . . .
Wish for a Fish: All About Sea Creatures (The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)
by Bonnie WorthLaugh and learn with fun facts about narwals, dolphins, sharks, giant squid, manatees, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss&’s beloved rhyming style and starring The Cat in the Hat! &“I&’m the Cat in the Hat, and I hear that you wish to go down to the sea and to visit the fish.&” The Cat in the Hat&’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! In this adventure under the sea, readers will learn: • how fish breathe underwater• about the different levels of the ocean• how echolocation helps dolphins see in the dark• and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, Wish for a Fish also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat&’s Learning Library series!Cows Can Moo! Can You? All About FarmsHark! A Shark! All About SharksIf I Ran the Dog Show: All About DogsOh Say Can You Say Di-no-saur? All About DinosaursOn Beyond Bugs! All About InsectsOne Vote Two Votes I Vote You VoteThere&’s No Place Like Space: All About Our Solar SystemWho Hatches the Egg? All About EggsWhy Oh Why Are Deserts Dry? All About Deserts
Wish on All the Stars
by Lisa SchroederThe magical sequel to See You on a Starry Night makes more seaside wishes come true!Juliet is now an official member of the Starry Beach Club, and loves working with her new friends, Emma and Carmen, to make people's wishes come true. Living away from her dad is still hard, and she misses her best friend from her old town, but she has her friends and the bookmobile, and San Diego feels more like home than ever. But then she learns that the bookmobile is going to have to shut down. The owner of the parking lot wants to start charging rent, and soon the bookmobile won't be able to stay in business. The Starry Beach Club comes up with different ways to save their favorite store, but none seem to work. But then Emma gets the idea to have a crafts fair...and she wants Juliet to sell her paintings! Juliet is nervous, and isn't sure whether she's ready to put herself on display. Meanwhile, Carmen is feeling anxious about the possibility of her mother being deported. Will Juliet be able to be brave for herself and for Carmen?
Wish on a Unicorn
by Karen HesseNow I didn't believe a broken-down old unicorn could make wishes come true . . . not for a minute. But what if it could?Mags has a lot to wish for--a nice house with a mama who isn't tired out from work; a normal little sister; a brother who doesn't mooch for food; and, once in a while, she'd like some new clothes for school. When her sister Hannie finds a stuffed unicorn, Mags's wishes start to come true. She knows the unicorn can't really be magic, but she won't let anything ruin her newfound luck--even if it means telling her own sister to believe something that can't possibly be true.
Wishes and Wellingtons (Wishes and Wellingtons #1)
by Julie BerryFrom New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Julie Berry comes a brand new middle-grade fantasy adventure full of friendship, magic, and mischief.Be careful what you wish for ...Maeve Merritt chafes at the rigid rules at her London boarding school for "Upright Young Ladies." When punishment forces her to sort through the trash, she finds a sardine tin that houses a foul-tempered djinni with no intention of submitting to a schoolgirl as his master.Soon an orphan boy from the charitable home next door, a mysterious tall man in ginger whiskers, a disgruntled school worker, and a take-no-prisoners business tycoon are in hot pursuit of Maeve and her magical discovery. It'll take all of her quick thinking and sass to set matters right. Maeve Merritt is one feisty heroine you won't soon forget.First published as an Audible Original in 2018The perfect book for:Ages 8-11Young fantasy readersEmpowering young girls
Wishes for Beginners
by Eileen CookThe second in a series of books about Willow's adventures as she masters her secret fairy powers, navigates sprite training, tries to ignore her perfect older sister, and maintains a friendship with Katie, the most un-normal of humans. Miranda, the most popular girl in fourth grade, comes to school with exciting news: her older cousin is getting married, and Miranda will be in the bridal party! This is great news for Willow, because Miranda's cousin has hired Willow's mom to provide the cake. She is certain this is her chance to finally get closer to Miranda. She makes it sound as if she is very involved in her mother's bakery and wedding planning business. Suddenly Willow is gaining popularity as the fourth grade expert on all things wedding. The only one who doesn't seem impressed is her best friend, Katie. Willow thinks she's finally arrived when Miranda invites her to an exclusive birthday slumber party. The only problem is that it is so exclusive, Katie hasn't been invited. Then, when Willow tries to use some fairy magic to make Miranda's cousin's wedding even bigger and better, everything goes horribly wrong. She might ruin the wedding, blow her first slumber party, and lose her best friend all in one. It's going to take magic to survive fourth grade.
Wishin' and Hopin': A Christmas Story
by Wally LambSet in the fictional town of Three Rivers, Connecticut, the story of fifth-grader Felix Funicello in the months leading up to Christmas 1964.
Wishing Day (Wishing Day #1)
by Lauren MyracleFrom beloved and bestselling author Lauren Myracle comes the first book in an enchanting trilogy about three sisters, the magic of traditions, and the extraordinary power of hope. This heartwarming, timeless story is perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead and Ingrid Law.On the third night of the third month after a girl’s thirteenth birthday, every girl in the town of Willow Hill makes three wishes.The first wish is an impossible wish.The second is a wish she can make come true herself.And the third is the deepest wish of her secret heart.Natasha is the oldest child in a family steeped in magic, though she’s not sure she believes in it. She’s full to bursting with wishes, however. She misses her mother, who disappeared nearly eight long years ago. She has a crush on one of the cutest boys in her class, and she thinks maybe it would be nice if her very first kiss came from him. And amid the chaos of a house full of sisters, aunts, and a father lost in grief, she aches to simply be . . . noticed.So Natasha goes to the willow tree at the top of the hill on her Wishing Day, and she makes three wishes. What unfolds is beyond anything she could have imagined.
Wishing Pearl: Wishing Pearl (The Rescue Princesses #2)
by Paula HarrisonThese are no ordinary princesses . . . they're Rescue Princesses!Princess Clarabel loves being a Rescue Princess. She and her friends are committed to saving animals in trouble-wherever they may be!When Clarabel finds an injured dolphin during Ampali Island's Royal Regatta, she knows just who to call for help-her fellow Rescue Princesses! Her friends are brave, talented, and super smart. They're so amazing in fact, she's worried she'll fall behind-but Clarabel is about to discover she has an incredible gift.
Wishing Season
by Anica Mrose RissiA moving middle grade story by Anica Mrose Rissi that will appeal to readers who loved The Thing about Jellyfish and Hello, Universe, about the enduring bond between twins: Anders, who has recently died, and Lily, who has to balance her grief and confusion with a brother who isn’t quite gone—and how to navigate a world that is moving forward without him.Of course Anders wasn’t lonely in the afterlife. He still, like always, had Lily.Lily doesn’t believe in making wishes. Not anymore. Not since Anders died.Wishes can’t fix the terrible thing that happened. Wishing won’t change how it feels.But Lily does believe in the impossible. She has a secret so extraordinary, so magical, no one would believe that it’s true.No one except Anders, of course.Nothing about this summer is turning out how Lily would have wished. But wishes, like seasons, can change.
Wishing Upon the Same Stars
by Jacquetta Nammar FeldmanThis powerful and poignant coming-of-age middle grade debut novel follows an Arab American girl named Yasmeen as she moves to San Antonio with her family and navigates finding friendship—and herself. Perfect for fans of Other Words for Home, Front Desk, and American as Paneer Pie. <p><p> When twelve-year-old Yasmeen Khoury moves with her family to San Antonio, all she wants to do is fit in. But her classmates in Texas are nothing like her friends in the predominantly Arab neighborhood back in Detroit where she grew up. Almost immediately, Yasmeen feels like the odd girl out, and as she faces middle school mean girls and tries to make new friends, she feels more alone than ever before. <p><p> Then Yasmeen meets her neighbor, Ayelet Cohen, a first-generation Israeli American. As the two girls grow closer, Yasmeen is grateful to know someone who understands what it feels like when your parents’ idea of home is half a world away. <p><p> But when Yasmeen’s grandmother moves in after her home in Jerusalem is destroyed, Yasmeen and Ayelet must grapple with how much closer the events of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict are than they’d realized. As Yasmeen begins to develop her own understandings of home, heritage, and most importantly, herself, can the two girls learn there’s more that brings them together than might tear them apart . . . and that peace begins with them?
Wishing for Tomorrow: The Sequel To The Little Princess
by Hilary McKayHilary McKay revisits Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies after the events of A Little Princess and Sara Crewe's happily ever after. But Sara is much missed - and most acutely by best friend Ermengarde, who laments that 'nothing is the same as it was before'. But life must go on at Miss Minchin's as new friendships are made, rivalries continued, lessons learned and, most importantly, fairytale endings are had.
Wishing on a Star: Wishing On A Star (The Cheetah Girls #1)
by Deborah GregoryFirst in the series that inspired the Disney Channel films—about fashion, music, and a group of girlfriends on the road to diva-hood in New York City . . . Galleria is fourteen, half black and half Italian, and a new student at Manhattan&’s Fashion Industries High School. Luckily her best friend, Chanel, is right there by her side. Wanting to beef up their cash flow, they decide to form a singing group of their own—and invite three other girls to join them. Now they have to get their act together, plan some stage-worthy outfits, and make their big debut at a Halloween bash. They&’re only freshmen—but could this be the start of something big for the Cheetah Girls?