Children's Modern and Contemporary Fiction Books

Recovered text message between Sophia Palmer and her best friend: Sometimes I imagine Eva melting. She is destroying everything.Seventeen-year-old Sophia Palmer isn't especially fond of most people on general principle, but she really hates Eva...

Book 6 in the bestselling, award-winning Epic Zero series!*Over 2,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.Elliott Harkness is always (kind of) ready to answer the call for justice. That is, until a new law is passed where all Meta heroes are...

Book 5 in the bestselling, award-winning Epic Zero series!*Over 2,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.Elliott Harkness still has lots to learn. After all, not everyone loves superheroes. And when Elliott accidentally damages Keystone...

Ever since the Little White Light started appearing to Penny, at night and in the morning hours, it blinked, reassuring her with its presence. But one night, it wasn't there. The next day, as Penny thought about the Little White Light's absence, her...

Come read along with the birthday boy as he tells all about his upcoming fiesta!  Based on Chicano birthday parties, this book encourages cultural appreciation and pride with its vivid illustrations.  There will be music, a taquero, a...

Join Princess E'mani as she awakes to her kingdom in turmoil. She gets advice from an unlikely source leading her to the start of an unforgettable adventure. What awaits the Princess as she journeys to retrieve the kingdoms lost items?

Halloween Night is fast approaching, but the pumpkins still haven't been picked from the patch. Discover the story of how all the pumpkins join together to make sure they get decorated in time for trick or treat. In "The Pumpkin Pies...

A little girl named Jeanine writes a heartfelt letter to Santa Claus seeking a one-of-a-kind toy. Santa and his trusted elf, Benevolent Ben, answer her plea with a forgotten item utilized as a door stop. Jeanine’s love is...

Many people, and maybe… Michael’s favorite summer pass time is fishing. While Michael is staying at his grandparent’s cabin, he wishes to go fishing with his grandpa. Grandpa is eager to teach and spend some special time with his...

Big Mike has cancer, and I have to step in and do what science hasn't yet done. I've got to find a cure. That's right--I'm 13 years old, and I'm about to change the world.From the Publisher: The follow-up to D.K. Brantley's...

Caspian has made contact with the sorceress who resides in Ashtown, but Erica Demonica de Angelo is nothing like he expected. Arrogant. Narcissistic. Rude. She is everything that he doesn't like, and now he's being forced to protect her. With...

Arcadia's Knight Academy is the premier school for young men hoping to become a Sorceress’s Knight. Only nobles, people with power and prestige, are allowed within these hallowed grounds—which explains why Caspian Ignis del Sol is hated...

Once again award winning author Steve Reedy shares his far-flung whimsy, delightful prose, and unique humor in this second installment of his short story collections for kids.As you journey through each fable, Reedy’s engaging insight and quirky...

Gracie's excitement over bath time comes to a screeching halt when Mommy says the unthinkable: "Gracie, I have to wash your hair."Gracie endlessly asks why, and the whole family stops by the bathroom door to persuade her. Every night...

Eleven-year-old Ruby is in a pickle. After years of traveling the mountains and hills of Colorado with her Pa and their donkey, Maude, Pa decides to settle down in the booming gold-mining town of Cripple Creek.  Worse than that, Pa decides...

I'M A SUPERSTAR! Is a rhyming children's book that showcases all the hidden superpowers that remedial and special needs learners have. This book was designed to educate children on the different ways that other children may learn, which might seem...

Lee Strobel's bestselling books on creation is adapted for a new generation.

New York Times bestselling author Nikki Grimes presents the story of Mary "Mister" Rudine, a teenage girl whose life tips sideways after one mistake: falling for Trey. Now forced to hide not only her shame but a growing secret, Mister tries to find...

A new addition to the Faithgirlz trusted brand of books, Samantha Sanderson is a modern, resourceful 7th grader who enjoys shopping, texting, skating---and sniffing out the next big mystery to report in the school paper. In the third book of the series,...

"Juliette, help drew get his makeup and wig off before he showers""Yes mum"I followed my sister up to the bathroom."You know Drew, you really do look like a girl""Too much like, everyone at the race thought I really was a girl, and mum didn't help...

In this, the 22nd episode of the Gaby saga, our Wunderkind is really put through the mill. if an over full diary wasn't enough, problems with the cycling authorities look set to scupper the youngsters life plans before they've really got going. Can...

In this, the 24th Gaby book, the trip to Canada is drawing to a close but will the Wunderkinds success have repercussions? Well of course it will, fame has its price and it seems she's public property - at least for a while. There are other distractions...

Missing Cousins, fashion shows, the arrival of old friends, starting college and then the big trip to Canada - our heroine never has a dull moment! This 23rd volume of the life and times of Gaby Bond will keep you gripped right up to the final paragraph!

It might be hormones, it might be the weather but whatever it is, summer is here and Gaby is determined to make the most of it! Of course our heroine always manages to make a mountain out of a molehill, if there's a harder way to do something she'll find...

Oddball rhymes about wild animals, inspired by a four year old. Great fun to read and recite. Rich in language; wonderful for speech and learning to read. A big favourite with children and their grown-ups.

What happens when you mix two comical wiener dogs, one speedy hound, mysteries galore and hilarious antics? FBR Investigations, that's what! This is a charming story about friendship, determination, and acceptance. You'll encounter Frank, Bean and Rusty...

There is an increase in the number of rising kindergarten students lacking fine motor skills.Hello, I am Pencil! I am a writing tool to help kids in a fun-loving way. I share the joy of using your pencil correctly, and I encourage children to enjoy...

Doug the Cat is big and fluffy and lives in the top left-hand cage of the Meow Motel Cattery. He can't remember how long he has lived there, but he knows it is a very, very long time.Doug can look out the window but he can't go outside and put his paws...

Patrick Dallabetta's children's book is an adaptation of Edward Kennard's Hopi fable about the battle to save a Hopi Indian village from plunder. The original story, written in 1939, was adapted to include the adventures of Thomas Polywetewa, a young...

Yellow Watermelon is a delightful children's book that takes young readers on a journey to Rainbow Island and Paradise Island.On Rainbow Island, Yellow Watermelon thrives in a world bursting with watermelons of various colours. Surrounded by her diverse...

Join Sally in her learning adventures of how to politely answer to adults while setting clear and healthy boundaries, particularly in situations that could lead to sexual abuse. When children gain experience setting boundaries, they have a greater chance...

Mr. Feelings has a very busy day ahead! He's off to invite all his friends to his birthday party. But will they all come? He knows that some of them will definitely LOVE to come along. They'll be really HAPPY, EXCITED and CURIOUS about the party. But...

Come on a little adventure to see how Sonny, a young boy, goes from wishing to ride motorbikes with his friends to fixing up an old motorbike with his dad. In this book, Sonny learns how to be patient whilst waiting for his motorbike to be fixed. He...

Bentley is a nice, adorable kitten who has always learned to use his manners. Manners Matter is book #1 in the Kuddle Kitty Children's Book Series which focuses on life-long lessons for children. Manners Matter will help adults and children understand in...

Remember those mornings on the lake, days in the woods, or nights in the cabin? Well, it's time to share and enjoy those memories with the special people in your life with this easy-to-love child's perspective on making our days count at a place that...

Bear is a fellow who is overwhelmed by his noisy life. He finds the lights, clocks, voices, and sounds at school TOO MUCH! Bear tries different ways to calm himself down, but he always ends up losing his cool! Will Bear ever find a place that is...

Is a smile just a smile or can it sail across the sea?Sometimes we all just need a little kindness. Whether we are the giver or the receiver, acts of kindness warm our hearts from within. It doesn't matter the size of the act; whether it's big or small,...

An "enigma" means a mystery. I wrote this book with a spin on real-life zoological books, giving an inanimate object feelings and bringing them to life.Save the rubber duck for a rainy day rather than from extinction. Although they can get lost on their...

Dolphin Boy is a truly inspirational story about a young and curious dolphin who did not heed his parents' advice and found himself far, far from home, hopelessly lost and trapped. Despite all odds, Dolphin Boy's parents would risk everything in an...

Nate is a very curious, intelligent and independent little boy who is fascinated and inspired by all the beautiful colors in the world, which sparks his imagination.This charming and delightful story is about Nate's magical, funny, and colorful adventure...

Written and illustrated by: SARGUNN BRARGrade 5, Red Deer, AlbertaThis book is written by a 10-year-old girl with her own point of view about planets and her own illustrations, and it will help kids learn about planets in an easy way.

This book summons up all the pain of separation and loss . . . and the joy of being reunited.In an era of never-before-seen difficulties, our very young children have been challenged by feelings of solitude and frustration. This book attempts to...

Cameron is a confident, fun-loving kid who can't wait to tell you all about his magician mom, Mimi, and the things that make his family unique.For grown-ups: This heart-warming tale is told by a donor-conceived child named Cameron who shares his family's...

The Pip's Giving Series is dedicated to giving back to the world. The Series is written about my grandson, Pip, and the very special people in his life. Each book in the Pip series donates a portion of the proceeds to a different charity. A portion of...

Doug the dung beetle is having a terrible day just trying to do what dung beetles are supposed to do: roll dung. He's ready to give up, but his friends arrive just in time to offer some strange advice that gives Doug the push he needs to get the job done!