Howl with laughter with the FIFTH book in the hilarious full-colour illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants! When a new bunch of baddies bust up the town, Dog Man is called into action -- and this time he isn't alone. With a cute kitten and a remarkable robot by his side, our heroes must save the day by joining forces with an unlikely ally: Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat. But can the villainous Petey avoid vengeance and venture into virtue? Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including: empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self. Full colour pages throughout.

Nikki Maxwell's adventures continue in the twelfth installment in the blockbuster #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series!

In Nikki Maxwell's newest diary, it's the countdown to the end of the school year, and Nikki's juggling some big questions about how she'll spend her summer. She's also facing an unexpected crush catastrophe--there's a new kid interested in Nikki, but the last thing she wants to do is accidentally hurt Brandon! It all comes down to a big decision Nikki has to make, and drama like she's never faced before!

Evan Horowitz has it all: beauty, brains, and a not-so-secret flair for matchmaking! An Insta influencer with a talent for makeup and a taste for romance, he’s no stranger to playing Cupid for the clueless. So when shy new student Natalia shuffles into school, Evan recognises a Project with a capital P! With so many matches to choose from, it’s not long before he sets a plan in motion, much against the better judgement of his level-headed best friend, Davi. When he takes things too far, a web of drama spirals out of his control. Can Evan learn to put his friends before his misguided ambition? Or will he lose them and his own chance at romance, too?

Build students' reading skills with this action-packed nonfiction book designed to engage students. Showcasing heroes and villains from Marvel, DC, and Dark Horse Comics, this informational text examines the history of comic books and their enduring popularity. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. Check It Out! includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

GREG HEFFLEY AND SPORTS JUST DON'T MIX. After a disastrous competition at school, Greg decides that he's officially retired from ANY kind of sport! That is, until his mom persuades him to give it one more go and makes Greg reluctantly agree to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a MESS, and Greg is sure he won't make the cut. But he unexpectedly lands a spot on the worst team. As Greg and his new teammates start the season, their chances of winning even a single game look slim. But in sports, anything can happen. When everything is on the line and the ball is in Greg's hands, will he rise to the occasion? Or will he blow his big shot?

The epic and foreboding world of the hit video game Elden Ring gets turned on its head in this absurd comedy adventure! Follow Aseo the Tarnished as he struggles his way through the Lands Between. What he lacks in strength, speed, intelligence, charisma, skill, experience, intuition, and common sense, he makes up for in...uhhh...

After breaking a "curse" on the imperial heirs, a palace servant with training in herbal medicine is promoted up the ranks to food taster...and right into the thick of palace intrigue in this lushly illustrated period mystery series!

Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace. Though she yearns for life outside its perfumed halls, she isn't long for a life of drudgery! Using her wits to break a "curse" afflicting the imperial heirs, Maomao attracts the attentions of the handsome eunuch Jinshi and is promoted to attendant food taster. But Jinshi has other plans for the erstwhile apothecary, and soon Maomao is back to brewing potions and...solving mysteries?!

Die atlete van die antieke wêreld kom in Athene bymekaar vir die Olimpiese Spele. Asterix en Obelix en die ander Galliërs skryf ook in, maar hulle beleef ’n terugslag: Die drink van towerdoepa is verbode, want dit is ’n opkikker. Kan die Galliërs die Olimpiese Spele wen sonder towerdoepa? En wat is die spesiale bestanddeel van die doepa wat staan in die hut waarvan die deur nie mooi sluit nie?

Asterix by die Olimpiese Spele is die 12de boek in die gewilde Asterix-reeks.

Jare gelede is Vercingetorix by Alesia verslaan en Gallie is amptelik oorwin...'n teer onderwerp waaroor die Alesiers (of sal ons se Alesjiers) nie graag praat nie. Tydens hierdie oorwinning het Vercingetorix sy skild aan Caesar se voete neergewerp (letterlik), en sedertdien is dit nooit weer gesien nie...En word dit dus 'n gesogte voorwerp waarna nie net Caesar nie, maar ook ons Galliese helde soek. Hulle soektog neem hulle na interessante plekke en elkeen het 'n storie om te vertel oor wat van die beroemde skild geword het. Hul begin te wonder of hul ooit in die regte hoop houtskool soek! Dalk is die skild nie so ver weg van hulle soos hulle dink nie...

Julius Caesar is vasbeslote om Asterix-hulle se woud te ontbos en te omskep in 'n moderne woonkompleks vir die Romeine met die naam die speelplek van die Gode. Cosinus is die talentvolle jong argitek wat die projek onderneem en hy dryf die slawe om die bome uit te trek en te begin bou. Eers probeer Asterix-hulle die bouproses verhinder, maar besef dat die slawe benadeel word. Die Speelplek van die Gode word gebou en die Romeine trek in. Hoe gaan die Galliers hul geliefde woud met wildevarke terugkry?