"As soon as Ann Cole Lowe could walk, her momma and grandma taught her to sew. When her mom died, Ann continued sewing dresses. It wasn't easy, especially when she went to design school and had to learn alone, segregated from the rest of the class. But the work she did set her sp...
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In three linked stories, sisters Annie and Sophie argue over such issues as foods touching on a plate, quiet time, and pet ownership.
Charlie the guinea pig becomes a Hollywood star but finds that stardom does not compare to the comforts of home.
A girl and her father help plan the annual winter carnival in Saranac Lake Village, New York, as the girl's uncle and other prisoners work together to build its centerpiece, the ice palace.
As the daughter of an infamous mob boss, seventeen-year-old Gia struggles to come out of the shadow of her family's notorious reputation and be her own person.
Seized with a desire for a cookie while in the park, Sophie discovers that throwing a terrible tantrum will not get her what she wants.
A boy whose beloved dog has died, and a dog whose owner also died, find each other and slowly begin to trust one another.
A girl, seeking her connection to family past and present, creates a special book in tribute and remembrance, leaving blank pages for future memories.
Spending the summer at her aunt's beach house, teenaged Sirena struggles with her parents' divorce and falls in love with a mysterious lifeguard.
After an injury, Black Diamond, a racehorse, is sent to a country prison where he forms a strong bond with the inmate assigned to care for him. Includes facts on programs that pair animals with prisoners who learn how to take care of them.
"A musician and his dog escape war-torn Syria"-- Provided by publisher.
High schooler Allie, who has long wanted to get plastic surgery, becomes online friends with two other girls who share her obsession.
"For sixteen-year-old Jillian McKay, the threat of Hurricane Danielle means a long car ride with her neighbors--including River Daughtry, the former star quarterback of Harrison High. The guy who was headed to glory until suddenly he disappeared to a West Texas juvenile detention...
As a child, Frank Gehry like to dream and play, eventually becoming an architect who created astounding buildings that attract millions of vistors worldwide. Frank dreamed of creating amazing structures from the time he was a boy, using his grandma's challah dough to sculpt build...
Go exploring with Barbara Hillary, the first Black woman to set foot on both the North and South Poles in this thrilling and inspiring picture book biography about perseverance, imagination, and following your dreams. As a young girl, Barbara Hillary imagined a life of adventur...
"This Little Golden Book about Iris Apfel--businessperson, interior designer, and fashion icon who has captivated the world with her colourful and unique style--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children"-- Provided by publisher.