Children's Modern and Contemporary Fiction Books

Have you ever wondered if your dad has special powers? What makes him so amazing? Follow along in this fun story and try to unlock the mystery of what makes one father a real superhero. You will be surprised that the power is something we all can possess.

"Zany Rhymes A to Z" was created to feed the vivid imaginations of children and adults of any age and to nurture reading and writing skills."Zany Rhymes" features 26 original nonsense poems in the tradition of Lewis Carroll and Edward Lear.Each poem is...

Rainbow of Glowing Hearts will take you on a journey to explore a magical realm. From rainbow trees, wondrous meadows, luminated toadstools, and silly creatures, your senses will come alive. They say that trees are healing; what happens when you give one...

 Are you a new Grandma that lives away from your Grandchild?​​​​​​​This is a story about a Grandma and her new Grandchild, who have a special bond, even though they do not live in the same city.No matter the distance, or no matter the day, there is...

Poppy is sick. Too sick to play.When a young girl learns that her terminally ill Poppy will soon be taken away from her, she wonders...where will he go? And when he gets there, will he be able to play again?Kids have lots of questions. Some are harder...

Too Many Cookies is based on my sister, Cheryl, who decided to bring me cookies every day for almost a year. I would share them with everyone in our apartment building, young and old, and the homeless that I met outside our building.It is about sharing...

Little Jake and the Big Fat LieJake found out that a lie, no matter how small, can grow bigger and bigger and bigger . . . until it is impossible to hide.As Mark Twain said, "If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything."

As he was about to return them to the box, suddenly a tremor went through his hands, up his arms and through the whole of his body.John cannot explain or dismiss the experience he had in the Op-Shop; it will be with him forever.Enjoy the heartwarming...

Young Clara is an adorable witch with extraordinary abilities. It isn't until she starts public school, alongside non-magical humans, that she realizes she's very different. None of her classmates have green skin, warts on their noses, or even pointy...

Joey and His Friend Water is a playful book that introduces children and their parents to the idea that everything around us from people, to plants, to trees, to rocks, is energy vibrating at different speeds. And, in this way, everything in the universe...

Join Riley the Raccoon as she learns from her friends about cultural traditions that celebrate connection, kindness, wonder and much more.Cláudia is nervously practicing for her piano recital when Vovô reminds her of the importance of taking breaks...

As a child, there is no safer feeling than being in the arms of a parent, especially when it comes to bedtime. For many children, separating at bedtime can be difficult.One thing that can never be separated is the love between a child and their parent.

Loud, scary, and unknowing sounds woke up the young child in the morning, and she wondered what or who could be causing the spooky noises. She hurried to her window, pulled open her curtains and looked outside. That's when she noticed it was the wind...

Derrick is a light-hearted rig with many friends and lots of equipment that help him get his job done.Follow Derrick and his friends on a journey through drilling an oil well, from preparation to start and finish.But not all goes well, and some trouble...

What can three Alaskan husky sled dogs teach Galena and her younger brother, Kimmo, about working with difficult emotions, coping skills for stress, and feeling good? This illustrated children's book blends storytelling, the northern sport of dog...

Despite widespread doubt throughout Berrydale, this story tells how Teasels and Grumbles overcome their fear of differences to become fast friends. Through curious young Gully and determined young Tooty, true discoveries are made. Many opportunities for...

After overhearing her teachers talk about the secret to happiness, Sophia Rose wondered, "What IS the secret?" After speaking with her mom, Sophia realizes that happiness can mean different things to different people.Join Sophia as she sets out to...

Come along! Let's go on an adventure together!Guided through a journey of discovery alongside myself, this jam-packed adventure will take you through the story of Creation, with a personalized and creative experience with God, myself, the Creator.What...

"Jasper, you are safe. You are cared for beyond your imagination."Whether it's your little one, or the "little one" within you, join Jasper as he understands what it means to feel safe.Includes a simple kid-friendly mantra, and a fun, curated yoga...

When Brrtt decided to shut himself off from the rest of the team because of the bullying he suffered from them, it was a total pain in the butt! This is a story we can relate to about the value of accepting others for who they are and caring for each...

This is Dudley. He is a loveable, silly sausage dog with hopes and dreams just like you. He is hoping to be the first dog to fly to Mars in a rocket ship, and he knows how to grow pumpkins, make cakes and hatch an egg he finds hiding in the forest. We...

It was business as usual at the Acme Science Lab, until one day a massive explosion sent the scientists fleeing for safety. But out of the smoke and chemicals emerged an amazing new creature... Bartholomew Blob!With the lab destroyed, Bartholomew leaves...

A brave princess finds herself face-to-face with a dragon who pops by unexpectedly one cold winter day. The people of the castle are concerned for their safety, but the princess senses that something is not right, and she is worried about the dragon. Can...

Sometimes Daddy Cries is told through the eyes of a boy whose father suffers from depression. He sees his dad get sad, rest and even go to the hospital, all while comparing his father's depression to a physical ailment."Todd's book is a timely and...

This story reveals an important lesson of acceptance and inclusion in a world full of physical diversity. It takes the reader through the emotional journey of Peter Porcupine and Bia Bunny as they struggle with their appearance and long to be accepted by...

The Bupbup is small and jolly and has lived all her life in the wood field. But a dreadful thing happens in the wood field and the jolly Bupbup goes on an unexpected adventure. Lots of things always happen in the wood field.

Elliot HATES his lunch! He does NOT want milk, he does NOT want broccoli, and he does NOT want apples for lunch! Elliot wants to eat something else ... like a burger or a pizza. Frustrated, Elliot walks around his classroom to see what his friends are...

What do a puddle, a macaw and a frog have to do with school?Join Lulu and her classmates, along with Scarlet the Macaw, as they learn to embrace their everyday uniqueness that shines from within."We are all special in our own way. Just like Scarlet has...

This is the story of Ayana, an African American girl who was born with Cerebral Palsy. She dreams of becoming a famous singer, but fears that her appearance may limit her ability to achieve her dream. With her family's support, Ayana learns to...

Six very funny stories in one booklet about a Carpet that discovers it can walk and fly!

Teluma's Light is a fantasy adventure for children aged 12 years and above.Deep within Balcombe Wood there is something lost waiting to be found and Hannah, whose parents died tragically in a train crash, is destined to find it. Before long, she and her...

A Third Reader is a book published in 1910 by Clarence Franklin Carroll. The book is designed to be used as a reading textbook for third-grade students. It contains a collection of stories, poems, and other reading materials that are appropriate for...

A Sailor In Spite Of Himself is a novel written by Harry Castlemon and originally published in 1897. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Jack Mason, who is determined to become a sailor despite his family's objections. Jack's father...

""A Reader For The Fifth Grade"" is a book written by Clarence Franklin Carroll and published in 1911. The book is designed to be used as a reading textbook for fifth-grade students. It contains a collection of stories, poems, and essays that are...

Bobby Q's cows weren't making milk and he needed a plan. So be buys a new cow to help. That's when the trouble begins. The new cow keeps saying "SHOOO!" which makes Bobby Q and the other cows mad! Then she wouldn't make milk, either. Find out why this...

One Sweet Princess is a hip and modern fairytale about a beautiful princess who learns the importance of reaching out and helping others.

In einem verkommenen ehemaligen Bootsbauerschuppen ereignen sich seltsame Dinge. Merkwürdige Gestalten geistern durch die Nacht.Ein Fernsehstudio? Eine Hafenszene in Saigon? Ein blinder Passagier auf einem Frachter?Joachim Jomeyer ist Autor diverser...

Timothy Twigpig has never been outside. It is, after all, important for a hedgehog to hide. But when he sneaks out, what will Timothy discover? A tale of the humble hedgehog, discovering the world beyond the wood. A book to educate and inspire the next...

A good number of years after I wrote this story, astronomers reported stars making music.It only goes to prove that so-called 'fantasy' is reality catching up with it!But to those with an imagination - or, should I say, an understanding of reality - they...

The Magic Show is in town and Archie is on a mission to find the most powerful magic of all.Will the magician have the answer he seeks? Or maybe the fortune-teller will?Embark on his adventure and follow his quest as he searches high and low for his...

This story takes place in a secluded little town, located by the powerful yet motionless salty sea, a place where not many wished to live and be. Nevertheless, it was the home to a rather gloomy and soulless town where life had become predictable, most...