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The Card People: Part 1: The Scissors of Fate
The Card People Series Part 1: The Scissors of Fate
Devastated by the mysterious disappearance of his father, a genius scientist, Paul Kapadia notices that a deck of cards he and his father used for nightly games begins moving on its own. Soon the card people present themselves to Paul and plead for help in their battle for survival against the brutal scissors people. With the help of his younger brother Sam and an old friend Nim, Paul begins to unravel the stunning secret of the card people's existence and his father's desperate quest to make the world safe again. He must take on a quest of his own as he tries to fulfill the dream that his father had left unfinished.

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Nila: Fire (Volume 3)
Nila: Fire
Nila-Fire, the third in the series, has Seth, a Nila Swimmer, and his adopted family of Nila flyers finding themselves back on their home planet, Earth. Assisted by two hikers, Vuna is nursed back to health after his attack by Zerths. Vuna and Zuri’s fast-growing daughter Seva connects them, as flyers, with humans, and they learn their reason for returning to Earth—to assist their own kind! Jiva and Kava go on a mission given to them by Gian, where they obtain the clear crystal and a quest from Sam. Kava returns to the flyers with the clear crystal, while Jiva leaves the flock with a map, a riddle, and Britta—Sam’s housekeeper. On his own mission, Seth is saved by Xcina from stormy waters. He learns his family of swimmers has also returned to Earth and safe from the Zerths. Taken to a lavender planet, Xcina passes the mantle of “She” onto him, but not before giving him instructions to find his father. With new visions of darkness, yellow eyes, and imminent danger, he reluctantly searches for his father. Hearing Sam’s version of events, beginning with his childhood, Seth sets out to reunite Sam with his Nila family of swimmers and Aiyana, Seth’s mother. Seth and his family leave Earth to live in a paradise, which causes a rift for the swimmers. Tragedy strikes, which causes Seth to lose his way. Nila of a new form are coaxed into saving Seth, which rekindles past mistrust between Lara and Zuri, both She. What are Lara’s real motives behind assisting Seth?

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Nila: Air (Volume 2)
Nila: Air
Nila-Air, the second in the series, has Seth discovering the perilous motives behind his father’s heartless actions that caused his debilitated health, isolation, and suffering. Now reborn on a new pristine world, Nila are determined to rebuild their community and face any new challenges. Finally living as a true Nila, Seth must learn how to deal with the withdrawals of his former human life. Boredom and heartache force Seth to search within himself for his meaning and purpose while his relationship with Kate deteriorates with the presence of Raymond, who becomes the Red Crystal Bearer that Seth and his father previously held. Seth’s connection with the mysterious Her—Nila’s spiritual leader—intensifies as he attempts to decipher new visions from Her. Straying from Nila protocol, Seth discovers a new threat—the current winged inhabitants. Boredom quickly turns into adventure and self-discovery that are fraught with danger and gut-wrenching decisions. Can Seth bring peace between his Nila family and the inhabitants, and does he have time?

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Nila: Water (Volume 1)
Nila: Water
Nila-Water, the first in a series, emerges as a blend of the parallel realities that Seth lives in. Developing a debilitating illness with an excruciating skin condition, he has lived a life of isolation. He escapes to the bedtime stories told by his father, of a beneficent race of Nila, who live on earth and in the oceans. Suffering also the loss of his father, who abruptly disappears from his life, he becomes attracted to his beautiful, tantalizing caretaker, Kate, who shares the house entrusted to him by his father. They mutually agree he should undergo four risky treatments recommended by his doctor, Eshe, to curb his ailing condition. The questionable intentions of Seth’s powerful father for humans and for Nila are revealed during the course of treatments. Are Seth’s real-life experiences during the treatments actually his new life in the ocean, or a result of the drug being administered?

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Freedom for Me: A Chinese Yankee
Freedom for Me: A Chinese Yankee
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SKIPPING STONES 2018 HONOR AWARD WINNER FOR MULTICULTURAL TEEN BOOKS As the Civil War rages, fifteen-year-old Thomas Beck longs to fight for his country. He's underage, but his brother, Robert, claims there's another reason he can't fight: there's no such thing as a Chinese Yankee. Assumed a slave because of his odd appearance--including his traditional Chinese queue (long braid)--Thomas soon discovers that giving battle with his regiment isn't enough to shed the Chinese label from his Yankee status. It's not until Thomas befriends a runaway slave and the war moves toward a pivotal moment in Gettysburg that he begins to understand the true meaning of freedom in America. Freedom for Me is a historical novel based on the life of a real Chinese Yankee. For ages 10 and up. 

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Don't Call Me Chip
Don't Call Me Chip
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Don't mess with Timothy.He might seem like your average chipmunk who loves seeds, sunbathing and enjoying a quiet life in the suburbs. But after new neighbors move in and wreak havoc, they will have to come face to face with his wit and resourcefulness.The last straw is that the new neighbors keep calling him Chip. Convincing all manner of rodents and other small wildlife to work together, Timothy launches an assault against their invasive neighbors.Based on a true character, this book is a clean, fun read for eight-grade reading level and over.Praise from readers:★★★★★ - "Being a lover of all animals myself, I enjoyed this well written story. This is a wonderful read for young and old alike."★★★★★ - "Makes you more aware of wildlife and how we destroy their land. A delightful book."★★★★★ - "A great read for the young and the young-at-heart."

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Lucas Has an Earache: Otitis (Felix and Booboo)
Lucas Has an Earache
Lucas, Felix’s cousin, cannot swim because he has an ear infection. Fortunately, Felix and his magical instruments have a good solution to fight the bacteria responsible for this infection. This story reveals the secrets of otitis. There are 8 books in the Felix and Booboo series. Have fun reading all of them. They are available in paperback and Kindle versions.

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Felix Is Curious About His Body: Human Body (Felix And Booboo)
Felix Is Curious About His Body
Felix visited the human body museum with his magical medical instruments. He learned how blood circulation and filtration work as well as breathing and digestion. Felix also explored the body in motion, the five senses, and the wonders of the brain. With his friend Booboo, he scored 100% on his exam. Read this story and try Felix's exam. Can you score 100%? There are 8 books in the Felix and Booboo series. Have fun reading all of them. They are available in paperback and Kindle versions. This book won the Excellence Award Winner in children's educational books.

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Special Food for Sam: Allergies (Felix and Booboo)
Special Food for Sam
Felix baked special cookies for Sam. His magical medical instruments helped him prevent the eggs, the nuts and the cow milk from jumping into the cookie dough. Big challenge for Felix! There are 8 books in the Felix and Booboo series. Have fun reading all of them. They are available in paperback and Kindle versions.

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Parents for Sale: Story and Coloring Book
Parents for Sale (Story and Coloring Book)
Luke and Lucy's parents threaten to sell their golden retriever, Pistachio, since they don't take care of her as they promised. As soon as their parents' car is out of sight, Luke, Lucy and Pistachio go into the garage. Luke begins painting big white letters on a piece of dark cardboard: Parents for Sale. Three families come to buy, trade, or rent their parents without success. As soon as the twins sell their parents to the fairy orphan, she transforms into a witch who wishes to eat them in a stew. How will the twins save their parents? This is a story and a coloring book. Have fun coloring the 10 illustrations of this book. The AuthorHouse color edition of this book received more than 50 positive reviews and eight book awards. There is also an audiobook and Kindle version available.The

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