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Heroine
(Paperback)
Mindy McGinnis
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Eleven-year-old Solomon loves to run! The great athletes of the
Ethiopian national team are his heroes and he dreams that one day
he will be a gold-medal-winning athlete like them, in spite of his
ragged shorts and bare feet. When his grandfather announces that
he's going to take Solomon to Addis Ababa, Solomon cannot believe
his ears. A trip to the capital? It's unfathomable. Solomon's joy
is increased when he realizes that the Ethiopian running team will
be doing a victory parade through the city that day. Maybe he'll
get a glimpse of Haile Gebrselassie or Derartu Tulu?! But Solomon's
grandfather has other plans. As Solomon follows him through the
big, overwhelming streets, he learns something he cannot believe.
The strict old man is a war hero who once risked his life to save a
friend and has been in hiding ever since. When grandfather
collapses, Solomon knows that getting help from his village is up
to him. It's a twenty-mile run from the city to home, and
grandfather's life hangs in the balance. Can the small bare-footed
runner with the big heart do it? Shortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie
Medal, The Fastest Boy in the World by Elizabeth Laird is the
inspiring story of a small Ethiopian runner with a very big heart.
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Squad Goals
(Paperback)
Erika J. Kendrick
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Magic Olive Poindexter has big shoes to fill. Her mother was a
professional cheerleader, her father is a retired NBA legend, her
big sister is the new face of the oh-so-glamorous Laker Girls, and
her grandmother was the first black cheerleader ever on Valentine
Middle School's HoneyBee cheer squad. Magic wants nothing more than
to follow in their footsteps. But first, she has to survive Planet
Pom Poms, the summer cheer camp where she'll audition for a spot on
the HoneyBee squad. But with zero athletic ability and a group of
mean girls who have her number, Tragic Magic is a long way from
becoming the toe-touching cheerleader heroine she dreams of being.
Things start to look up when her best friend Cappie joins her at
camp--until Cappie gets bitten by the popularity bug, that is. To
make matters worse, Magic's crushing hard on football star Dallas
Chase. Luckily, Magic's not alone: with the help of a new crew of
fabulous fellow misfits and her Grammy Mae's vintage pom poms by
her side, Tragic Magic might just survive--and even thrive--at
cheer camp.
HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first
book in the new bestselling fantasy adventure series for children
age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Amari
and the Night Brothers. 'Steadman has a vast imagination, her
world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her
characters charm.' - The Times Children's Book of the Week 'Pacy,
enthralling and epic, a gripping read.' - Louie Stowell, author of
Loki and Otherland 'A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every
breathless moment of it!' - Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's
Island and co-author of Twin Crowns 'The best book I've ever read.'
- Patrick, age 10 Thirteen-year-old Skandar Smith has only ever
wanted to be a unicorn rider. To be one of the lucky few selected
to hatch a unicorn. To bond with it for life; to train together and
race for glory; to be a hero. But just as Skandar's dream is about
to come true, things start to take a more dangerous turn than he
could ever have imagined. A dark and twisted enemy has stolen the
Island's most powerful unicorn - and as the threat grows ever
closer, Skandar discovers a secret that could blow apart his world
forever . . . Get ready for unlikely HEROES, elemental MAGIC, sky
battles, ancient secrets, nail-biting races and FEROCIOUS UNICORNS,
in this EPIC ADVENTURE series that will have your heart soaring.
Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: 'My book of the year. Not
since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers
are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You'll never look at
unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!' - Dominique
Valente, author of the Starfell series 'Never have unicorns been so
ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!'
- Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey 'A
magnificent book. I raced through it - at turns enthralled,
delighted, amazed. It's everything I could have wanted and more. No
doubt this book is going to fly.' - Hannah Gold, author of The Last
Bear 'Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure,
fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a
terrifying enemy. Steadman's cinematic writing draws you in from
the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable
read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.' -
Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn 'A. F. Steadman has created a
stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast
of characters that will stay with you long after you've finished
reading.' -Tola Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
MY NAME IS LARA BLOOM AND THIS IS MY LIFE . . . Meet Lara Bloom -
the best friend you never knew you needed. This is her diary . . .
When Lara meets super-cute new boy Caiden, she begins to think that
the way to his heart is to give herself a glow up. But her friends
are not impressed. You should never glow up for a boy, only for
yourself! As Lara and her friends embark on their project of
empowerment and self-love, Lara shares her innermost thoughts with
her online journal. How can she keep her hair under control when
she's playing football? Why is she so fast on the pitch yet so
uncoordinated off it? And how will she ever convince Caiden to take
an interest in her? With her worries safely locked in her
top-secret journal, Lara is on track to unlock the glow-up of her
dreams. Surely nothing could possibly go wrong . . .?! A
heart-warming story of friendship, crushes and learning to love
yourself. Perfect for fans of GEEK GIRL, Louise Rennison and Alesha
Dixon.
#1 New York Times Bestseller From the mind of basketball legend,
Academy Award-winning, and New York Times-bestselling storyteller
Kobe Bryant comes a new tale of finding your strength against all
odds. Set in an alternate classical world dominated by sports and a
magical power called grana, Epoca: The Tree of Ecrof is the story
of two children: the lowly born Rovi and the crown princess Pretia
who uncover and battle terrible evil and discover their inner
strength along the way. Epoca: The Tree of Ecrof takes place at the
most elite sports academy in the land, where the best
child-athletes are sent to hone their skills. When Rovi and Pretia
arrive, each harboring a secret about themselves, they begin to
suspect that something evil is at play at the school. In the course
of their first year, they must learn to master their grana in order
to save the world from dark forces that are rising.
A #1 New York Times bestseller and the first novel in a brand-new
series--from bestselling author Abbi Glines--about a small Southern
town filled with cute boys in pickup trucks, Friday night football
games, and crazy parties that stir up some major drama. To everyone
who knows him, West Ashby has always been that guy: the cocky,
popular, way-too-handsome-for-his-own-good football god who led
Lawton High to the state championships. But while West may be Big
Man on Campus on the outside, on the inside he's battling the grief
that comes with watching his father slowly die of cancer. Two years
ago, Maggie Carleton's life fell apart when her father murdered her
mother. And after she told the police what happened, she stopped
speaking and hasn't spoken since. Even the move to Lawton, Alabama,
couldn't draw Maggie back out. So she stayed quiet, keeping her
sorrow and her fractured heart hidden away. As West's pain becomes
too much to handle, he knows he needs to talk to someone about his
father--so in the dark shadows of a post-game party, he opens up to
the one girl who he knows won't tell anyone else. West expected
that talking about his dad would bring some relief, or at least a
flood of emotions he couldn't control. But he never expected the
quiet new girl to reply, to reveal a pain even deeper than his
own--or for them to form a connection so strong that he couldn't
ever let her go...
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Over The Line
(Paperback, 3rd Edition)
Tom Palmer; Cover design or artwork by Violet Tobacco; Illustrated by Ollie Cuthbertson
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It's the proudest moment of Jack's life - his debut as a
professional footballer. Now he has a chance to achieve his dream
of playing for his country. But it's 1914 and the world is at war.
Talk of sportsmen's cowardice leads to the formation of a
Footballers' Battalion and Jack has little choice but to join up.
The promise of a Cup in Flanders offers a glimmer of hope, but Jack
and his teammates will have to survive a waking nightmare if they
are ever to play again. A stunning new edition of Tom Palmer's
bestselling novel based on the true story of WWI war hero and
footballing legend Jack Cock.
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Splash
(Paperback)
Claire Cashmore; Illustrated by Sharon Davey
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Claire Cashmore, MBE and Paralympic gold medallist, was born without a
left forearm – but she never let being different stand in the way of
her big dreams. Splash is based on Claire’s real-life experience: this
gold-medal-winning swimmer really was scared of water … until one day,
everything changed!
These are Claire’s big sisters.
They call her Bear and ruffle her hair.
And whatever Claire’s sisters can do,
Claire can do too …
But there is one thing Claire won't do …The water in the swimming pool
makes her feel squirmy inside. Follow her sisters? No thank you! Not
today?
Can Claire conquer her fears? Can she set foot in the water – and what
will happen if she does?
Splash features a brilliantly bold heroine, who happens to be
differently abled, and brims with fun, positivity and Claire Cashmore’s
inspirational growth mindset message.
Dina Asher-Smith is the fastest British woman in recorded history,
an Olympic medallist and the 2019 World Champion at 200 metres. The
British sprint superstar was born in London and by the age of seven
she was already faster than any of her friends, and even her
teachers. Follow her inspirational story from her lunchtime running
club at primary school to the bright lights of the international
stage.
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Gif
(Afrikaans, Paperback)
Annerle Barnard, Franco v. Heyn
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Joe Schutte en sy pelle, Nathe en Thabo, lewe vir rugby. Alles anders
in Joe lewe is so vars soos verlede jaar se brood.
Maar skielik verander iets in die rugbyspan. Dit voel asof hulle
spanmaats oornag groter, sterker, beter is. Joe en Thabo verloor hulle
plekke in die span terwyl Nathe onseker is oor sy plek. Die drie beraam
’n plan, maar dis onwettig en die risiko is groot. Joe wíl nie, maar
besef dat hy nie anders kan as om te help nie. Asof die drek in sy lewe
nie genoeg is nie, moet hy hom bekommer oor Sticks en Nina, sy ouer
suster, ook.
Dan is daar Joanne. As Joe en Joanne se sterre mekaar gevind het,
waarom kan sy ma haar nie verdra nie?
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Busy Sports Day
(Board book)
Campbell Books; Illustrated by Louise Forshaw
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Push, pull and slide the tabs to take part in the Busy Sports Day!
Pass the baton, toss a bean bag and keep your egg on the spoon,
before collecting a medal at the end of the day. Young children
will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with
gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Louise Forshaw,
which is part of the popular Busy Book series. Little ones can
enjoy more adventures in this tactile series with Busy Park, Busy
Playtime, and Busy Swimming.
A shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and
anxiety at school in this touching tale from acclaimed author Eve
Ainsworth. Lily always feels a little bit le ft out. Shy and
anxious, she finds school really hard, particularly as most of the
other girls all seem so confident. Most of the time, Lily wishes
that she could just disappear. But during a game of football in PE,
Lily's teacher spots her natural talent and invites Lily to join
the local girls' team, where she starts to make friends with some
of the other players. Finally, she thinks she's found a place where
she fits in, but will a vicious argument with one of her teammates
put all her progress in jeopardy?
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Strong Mama
(Hardcover)
Robin Arzon; Illustrated by Addy Rivera Sonda
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A New York Times bestseller! Before I met you, I dreamed of you.
This is the story of how we first met. Ultramarathons. Bike
sprints. Squats and deadlifts. Naps. Kitchen dance parties! All of
it is in preparation for meeting Pequeno, the "Little One" growing
in this strong mama's belly. From first heartbeats and fluttery
kicks to grinning grandparents and that first loud cry -- pregnancy
might just be the biggest workout yet! But there's nothing this mom
and new baby can't tackle together as a team. New York Times
bestselling author and Peloton Head Instructor Robin Arzon takes
readers on sweat-packed journey through motherhood in this
affirming and heartwarming celebration of mothers and parents
everywhere.
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