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Miles has only been living with his musician father in New Orleans for two months when Hurricane Katrina hits - and they haven't really been getting along. His dad lives for jazz, while Miles' first love is football. But father and son must set aside their differences when they seek refuge in the crowded Superdome. What begins as a safe haven from the storm soon turns into a nightmare as the power fails and gangs of thugs compete for turf. When his father decides to rebel, Miles must make a choice that will alter their relationship - and both of their lives - forever. From award-winning author Paul Volponi comes this tale of how low humanity can sink in desperate times and how loudly hope can sing against the howl of tragedy. "Volponi's excellent novel has it all: authentic characters, a thought-provoking plot, and heartbreaking drama." - Publishers Weekly, starred review on Black and White

Paul Volponi (Author), Jacob C. Norman (Narrator)

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Bloomability

My second life began when I was kidnapped by two complete strangers . . . That the kidnappers are actually Aunt Sandy and Uncle Max makes no difference to thirteen-year-old Domenica Santolina Doone, better known as Dinnie--she just doesn't want to go. Dinnie's accustomed to change, with her family constantly moving for "opportunity"--but when her aunt and uncle whisk her far away to an international school in Switzerland, she's not sure she's ready to face this "opportunity" alone. All at once she finds herself in a foreign country, surrounded by kids from different cultures speaking all sorts of languages and sharing various beliefs. Home and her first life seem so far away. But new friendships and the awesome beauty of Switzerland begin to unlock thoughts and dreams within her. Her joys and struggles make up a rich tapestry of experiences she can find nowhere else. Switzerland begins to be more than a temporary home--it becomes a part of Dinnnie herself, the self she never knew she could be. Switzerland is the picturesque backdrop of Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech's new novel about a young girl discovering the beauty of nature, her place in the world, the value of friendship--and that life is full of wonderful "bloomabilites."

Sharon Creech (Author), Mandy Siegfried (Narrator)

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Wringer

Palmer LaRue is running out of birthdays. For as long as he can remember, he's dreaded the day he turns ten -- the day he'll take his place beside all the other ten-year-old boys in town, the day he'll be a wringer. But Palmer doesn't want to be a wringer. It's one of the first things he learned about himself and it's one of the biggest things he has to hide. In Palmer's town being a wringer is an honor, a tradition passed down from father to son. Palmer can't stop himself from being a wringer just like he can't stop himself from growing one year older, just like he can't stand up to a whole town -- right? Newbery Medal winner Jerry Spinelli's most powerful novel yet is a gripping tale of how one boy learns how not to be afraid.

Jerry Spinelli (Author), Johnny Heller (Narrator)

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Beacon Street Girls #8: Lucky Charm

Marty is missing! When the Beacon Street Girls' beloved doggie mascot slips his collar and runs off, a nasty trick sends Avery, Charlotte, and Nick Montoya on a wild goose chase for the "little dude." A heartbroken Charlotte wonders, have the Queens of Mean gone too far this time? Meanwhile, High Hopes Riding Stable, where Katani and Kelley have discovered a newfound passion for horses, needs a miracle to stay in business. Is Marty lost, kidnapped--or gone forever? Will Katani have to say good-bye to her favorite horse, the gentle, pretty Penelope? Fight for Your Money shows how you are being taken on your cell phone contract, cable bill, car purchase, credit card, life insurance, healthcare, 401(k) plan, airfare, hotel bills, and much more. When you know how the system is rigged-the extra points, the hidden fees, the late charges, the unused tax breaks, the escalating rates-you can fight back against the pickpockets and save literally thousands every year. David Bach knows that when you are being taken financially, you work harder than you have to, for longer than you need to. This audiobook helps you fight for your money so you can live your life doing what you really want to do.

Annie Bryant (Author), Various, Various Readers (Narrator)

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Journey to the Volcano Palace: The Secrets of Droon Book 2

Tony Abbott (Author), Oliver Wyman (Narrator)

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No Castles Here

AUGIE BORETSKI KNOWS how to get by. If you're a scrawny loser in the destitute city of Camden, New Jersey, you keep your head down, avoid the drug dealers and thugs, and try your best to be invisible. Augie used to be good at that, but suddenly his life is changing. . . . First, Augie accidentally steals a strange book of fairy tales. Then his mom makes him join the Big Brothers program and the chorus. And two bullies try to beat him up every day because of it. Just when it seems like things can't get any worse, an ice storm wrecks Augie's school. The city plans to close the school, abandoning one more building to the drug addicts. But Augie has a plan. For the first time in his life, Augie Boretski is not going down without a fight.

A.C.E. Bauer (Author), John H. Mayer (Narrator)

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The Mysterious Island, The Secrets of Droon Book 3

Tony Abbott (Author), Oliver Wyman (Narrator)

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Gooney Bird Is So Absurd

Gooney Bird Is So Absurd On the day that Gooney Bird wears her special brain-warming hat to school, Mrs. Pidgeon is teaching her class about poetry. But just when things are going well, the kids get some terrible news. And Gooney Bird will need all the inspiration her brain can muster to organize the most important poem the class has ever written.

Lois Lowry (Author), Lee Adams (Narrator)

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Anything But Typical

Jason Blake is an autistic 12-year-old living in a neurotypical world. Most days it's just a matter of time before something goes wrong. But Jason finds a glimmer of understanding when he comes across PhoenixBird, who posts stories to the same online site as he does. Jason can be himself when he writes, and he thinks that PhoenixBird - her name is Rebecca - could be his first real friend. But as desperate as Jason is to meet her, he's terrified that if they do meet, Rebecca will only see his autism and not who Jason really is. "This is an enormously difficult subject, but Baskin, without dramatics or sentimentality, makes it universal." - Booklist, starred review

Nora Raleigh Baskin (Author), Tom Parks (Narrator)

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The Truth About My Bat Mitzvah

Caroline's mom is Jewish, her dad isn't, and Caroline has never really thought of herself as any religion. But when her nana dies and leaves Caroline a Star of David necklace, Caroline begins to wonder about her heritage. If she starts going to synagogue, won't that upset her dad? Should she have a Bat Mitzvah like her best friend, Rachel? Does Caroline want to be Jewish? The more she thinks about it, the more questions she has. Like Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret, this thoughtful and relevant novel traces one girl's journey toward discovering who she is and where she fits in.

Nora Raleigh Baskin (Author), Stephanie Wolfe (Narrator)

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Lucky Breaks

From Newbery Award-winning author of The Higher Power of Lucky, comes another gorgeously-written literary middle-grade novel. Lucky makes a new friend, gets stuck in a well, meets up with a wild burro, discards something she didn’t know was precious, and discovers the secret of the universe in this charming and funny sequel to the Newbery Award-winning The Higher Power of Lucky. Praise for The Higher Power of Lucky: “This Newbery winner is filled with superb characterizations, and the talented Cassandra Campbell turns each into a splendid dramatic opportunity.”—AudioFile

Susan Patron (Author), Cassandra Campbell (Narrator)

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SpongeBob Squarepants #4: The World's Greatest Valentine

Terry Collins (Author), Mr. Lawrence (Narrator)

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