Orville & Friends Crumble the Cookie Cartel: A Hero Pets Mystery-Adventure by Avante Books and R. P. Wynes
When a daring rescue sends poodle Tinker tumbling downriver, her friends Orville the loyal Lab and Tina the clever cat leap into action — and into the adventure of a lifetime. What begins as a mission to return a lost bunny soon uncovers a dark plot: “The Grabbers,” a gang of pet thieves, are on the prowl. With the help of a quick-thinking crow and a few unexpected allies, the trio must crack the case and save their friends before it’s too late.
The first in the Hero Pets Mystery-Adventure series, Orville & Friends Crumble the Cookie Cartel brims with heart, humor and high-stakes heroism. Young readers will be swept up in a world of courage, teamwork and friendship where every paw, claw and feather counts. Perfect for children ages 8 and up who love animal adventures, daring rescues and mysteries that bite back — with sweetness to spare.
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Teddy Lou, Bell Guru by Chris Demeropolis
When young Teddy Lou’s fascination with bells leads him to wonder whether they might have “strange smells,” his imagination takes flight — and so does he, climbing right to the top of the bell tower! Can he get back down to the ground safely before the bell rings?
Perfect for ages 4 to 8, Teddy Lou, Bell Guru combines whimsical illustrations with an introduction to Newton’s Laws of Motion, inviting children to explore the world through hands-on curiosity. A daring adventure “about pursuing your ambitions and being ready and willing to take risks to achieve your dreams” (Feathered Quill Book Reviews), this delightful tale is equally engaging for storytime and early STEM learning. With catchy rhymes and a lovable hero, it’s a story kids will want to read again and again.
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A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs by Amy L. Stark, Ph.D.
Encourage children to slow down and notice the wonders around them with this picture book inspired by a true story. Jan comes home from school to find her bedroom filled with ladybugs. What follows is a gentle, poetic journey into nature’s quiet magic — where curiosity becomes discovery and even the tiniest creatures have lessons to share.
Through lyrical language and soft, enchanting illustrations, the book encourages mindfulness, environmental awareness and the joy of observation. Children learn how planting gardens and nurturing small habitats can sustain life and beauty in the natural world.
Perfect for story time, classrooms or bedtime reading, A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs is a calming celebration of stillness, wonder and the interconnectedness of all living things — a reminder that sometimes the smallest visitors can open our eyes to the biggest truths.
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The Outstanding Little Picture Book by Simon P. J. Dorey
The Outstanding Little Picture Book knows it’s his destiny to be published, but he gets rejected by publishers and agents time after time. As his hopes and dreams keep fading away, will he ever make his dream come true? Cheer on Little Picture Book and his trusty dog, Pages, as they set out on the roller coaster ride to publication.
Written for ages 4 to 7, The Outstanding Little Picture Book teaches children not only about the world of publishing but also about resilience and perseverance in the face of rejection. Through the book’s simple storytelling, children learn that while there are many (and sometimes contradictory) reasons we get rejected, none are related to our inherent self-worth or are insurmountable to our ultimate success.
Available in English, French and Spanish and also as a coloring book, The Outstanding Little Picture Book is available for purchase at http://littlepicturebooks.com/.
