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The penultimate peril

Snicket, Lemony.


Sadly this next-to-last chronicle of the lives of the Baudelaire orphans, it is next-to-first in its supply of unpleasantness. Probably the next-to-last things you would like to read about are a harpoon gun, a rooftop sunbathing salon, two mysterious initials, three unidentified triplets, a notorious villain and an unsavoury curry. Next-to-last things are the first thing to be avoided!
Date Published:2005

The vile village

Snicket, Lemony.


Under a new government program based on the saying "It takes a village to raise a child," the Baudelaire orphans are adopted by an entire town, with disastrous results.
Date Published:2002

The slippery slope

Snicket, Lemony.


In the perilous Mortmain Mountains, Klaus and Violet Baudelaire meet another well-read person, who helps them try to rescue Sunny from the villainous Count Olaf and his henchmen as they all near "the last safe place."
Date Published:2004

The carnivorous carnival

Snicket, Lemony


On the run as suspected murderers, the unlucky Baudelaire orphans find themselves trapped in the Caligari Carnival, where they must masquerade as freaks in order to hide from the evil Count Olaf.
Date Published:2003

The hostile hospital

Snicket, Lemony


On the run after being falsely accused of murder, the three Baudelaire orphans find themselves in the Heimlich Hospital, with the evil Count Olaf in close pursuit.
Date Published:2001

The end

Snicket, Lemony.


Lost at sea, the Baudelaire orphans, along with the evil Count Olaf, wash up on the shore of an island populated by an oddly placid group of inhabitants, and they try to decide whether or not they are truly safe.
Date Published:2006

The grim grotto

Snicket, Lemony.


Still pursued by the evil Count Olaf, the Baudelaire orphans attempt to reach a very important VFD meeting, but first they must travel in a rattletrap submarine to the Gorgonian Grotto, a dangerous underwater cave, in search of the sugar bowl.
Date Published:2004

Hana's suitcase on stage : play

Levine, Karen.


Includes text of play and original story by Karen Levine on which the play is based.
Date Published:2006

Tales from a not-so-secret crush catastrophe

Russell, Rachel Renée,


As Nikki plans how she's going to spend her summer, things get more complicated after she starts hanging out with a visiting student.
Date Published:2017

Tales from a not-so-fabulous life

Russell, Rachel Renee


Fourteen-year-old Nikki Maxwell writes in her diary of her struggle to be popular at her exclusive new private school, then of finding her place after she gives up on being part of the elite group.
Date Published:2009

The basketball encyclopedia

Rynston-Lobel, Eric,


Introduction -- Playing the game -- Star players -- Strategy -- Leagues -- Arenas, fans, & business -- Competitions -- Reference. From explaining rules and tactics, to the history of major tournaments, this is the ultimate guide to basketball. Discover how to dunk, while learning about famous games from the past and present. It’s also packed with profiles and photos of the best ballers in the game, including LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Caitlin Clark. Dive into the history―how the game first became established in the 17th century, and how it grew into the massively popular sport that it is today.
Date Published:2026

Introduction -- Playing the game -- Star players -- Strategy -- Leagues -- Arenas, fans, & business -- Competitions -- Reference. From explaining rules and tactics, to the history of major tournaments, this is the ultimate guide to basketball. Discover how to dunk, while learning about famous games from the past and present. It’s also packed with profiles and photos of the best ballers in the game, including LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Caitlin Clark. Dive into the history―how the game first became established in the 17th century, and how it grew into the massively popular sport that it is today.

Date Published:2026

Racing legends : the ultimate guide to the stars of Grand Prix racing

Clayton, David


"Welcome to the ultimate guide of Formula 1 racing's greatest drivers. From the trailblazers of the 1950s to the champions of the modern era, we've picked out 50 racers who have created history sat behind the wheel of an F1 driving car. Backed up by a comprehensive set of stats, discover just what it takes to become a legend of the sport!." -- (provided by publisher)
Date Published:2025

Ribbit rabbit

Ardagh, Philip,


Bob the frog does things a little differently to the rest of his rabbit family. He looks a bit greener than them, he eats different foods, and his family can't keep up with his hopping or swimming! But it doesn't matter what Bob looks like or does - his family love him just the same!
Date Published:2026

The humble pie

John, Jory,


I'm a pie. A humble pie. And that's no lie. The Humble Pie likes to give others the spotlight. Aw, shucks!--they deserve it! But when he's paired with his best friend, Jake the Cake, for a school project, he soon realizes that staying in the shadows isn't always as sweet as pie. Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new pie pal discovers that letting your voice be heard always takes the cake!
Date Published:2025

I'm a pie. A humble pie. And that's no lie. The Humble Pie likes to give others the spotlight. Aw, shucks!--they deserve it! But when he's paired with his best friend, Jake the Cake, for a school project, he soon realizes that staying in the shadows isn't always as sweet as pie. Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new pie pal discovers that letting your voice be heard always takes the cake!

Date Published:2025

I am a great friend!

Stohler, Lauren,


Loud and splashy Baby Capybara must change his ways if he wants a bevy of peaceful birds perched on his back, but when an unexpected critter splashes onto the scene, he realizes he does not need to change himself to find friends.
Date Published:2023

Pete the Cat plays hide-and-seek

Dean, Kim, 1969-


Pete the Cat loves to play hide-and-seek! When his friends hide, Pete covers his eyes and counts to 10. He opens them and just knows he will find them soon. But finding his friends may be harder than Pete thought. Are they behind a tree or on a bus? Or will Pete give up? Find out how Pete learns to chill out in this cool story full of surprises at every peek!
Date Published:2024

Pete the cat screams for ice cream!

Dean, Kim, 1969-


I scream! You scream! Pete screams for ice cream! The Just Chillin' ice cream truck is coming today and Pete the Cat can't wait. He runs as fast as he can to find the truck. It's getting late, but his friends need his help. Will Pete take a little time out of his day to help his friends?
Date Published:2024

Pete the cat : crayons rock!

Dean, Kim, 1969-,


When his friends are less than impressed by the crayon portraits he draws of them, Pete the cat begins doubting his artistic abilities before reconnecting with his unfailingly creative, groovy spirit and the realization that there are no mistakes in art.
Date Published:2020

Sprout branches out

Von Innerebner, Jessika.


Pulling up her roots to find what she needs to thrive, Sprout the plant quickly learns that what she really needs may not be what she thought at all.
Date Published:2023

The night before Holi

Haddow, Swapna,


"First published by Scholastic UK in 2025"--Copyright page. Includes recipe. "'Twas the night before Holi and the house was a sight! Everyone was awake to plan the biggest colour fight. Join a little girl and her grandad as they plan for the best Holi ever! They know all the best spots to throw the bright Holi powder! Can they cover the whole neighbourhood in colour in their biggest celebration yet?"--
Date Published:2026

"First published by Scholastic UK in 2025"--Copyright page. Includes recipe. "'Twas the night before Holi and the house was a sight! Everyone was awake to plan the biggest colour fight. Join a little girl and her grandad as they plan for the best Holi ever! They know all the best spots to throw the bright Holi powder! Can they cover the whole neighbourhood in colour in their biggest celebration yet?"--

Date Published:2026