For the
Love of Books for kids Holiday Season Gifts
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The Story Blanket
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Elizabeth Van Steenwyk (Peachtree Publishers) It was love at first lick! Meet Fala, the terrier who won the hearts of a U.S. president and the American people. A glimpse into American history and the life of beloved President Franklin D. Roosevelt through the story of his loyal dog. $16.95
The Best Fairy Tales in the World
(School Specialty Publishing) This unique series is filled with classic, well-known stories that capture magic, imagination, and inspiration. Titles include Fairy Tales, Love Stories, Princess Stories and Greek Myths. Includes ribbon bookmark. $16.99
Swing!
Rufus Butler Seder (Workman Publishing) Swing! does for kids in motion what Gallop! does for animals–and makes it even more compelling, as kids get to watch other kids swing, kick, cartwheel, and swim! $12.95
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First Dog Fala
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Jane O’Connor & Robin Preiss Glasser (HarperCollins) Have you ever wondered what’s in Fancy Nancy’s purse? Only the most glamorous accessories, of course! This new purse shaped picture book provides an interactive format that will delight and engage Fancy Nancy readers of all ages. $17.99
Doreen Rappaport, Illustratrated by Kadir Nelson (Hyperion Books) The passion for humanity that defined Lincoln’s life shines through in this follow-up to Martin’s Big Words and John’s Secret Dreams. An epic portrait of a truly great American president. $16.99
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Fancy Nancy Let’s Get Fancy Together
Abe’s Honest Words
Ferida Wolff, Harriet May Savitz, & Elena Odriozola (Peachtree) Babba, the storyteller, is loved by all. When she notices the children are in need of new, warm clothes, she secretly unravels part of her blanket and knits for the lucky recipients. When the townspeople discover this secret, they decide to give her a surprise of her own. $16.95
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Laura Sams, Robert Sams & Heiner Hertling (Carl R. Sams II Photography) Join a pirate on a quest to find his family heirloom peg leg that drifted away in the night. Oil nature scenics and quirky humor tell this pirate’s tale of determination and show how life on earth is connected by moving water. $19.95
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A Pirate’s Quest
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Children’s Illustrated Wonders
The Bears in the Bed and the Great Big Storm
Paul Bright, illustrated by Jane Chapman (Good Books) From bestselling illustrator Jane Chapman comes the perfect book for anyone, big or small, who might be afraid of the dark. A wonderful story to read aloud. $16.95
Snack, Nap, Read
Walt Disney’s Alice in Wonderland
Jon Scieszka (Disney Press) This delightful new picture book features the Caldecott Honor-winning author and concept art from Disney design legend Mary Blair! Many never-before-seen pieces of art are brought together here to tell the story. $16.99
Too Many Toys
David Shannon (Scholastic/Blue Sky Press) Caldecott Honor illustrator proves that an entertaining story and your own imagination are the very best toys of all. Readers will laugh out loud as a young boy tries to decide which toys he must give away after his collection becomes overwhelming. $16.99
John Bemelmans Marciano (Viking Juvenile) The first all-new Madeline book in close to fifty years combines a lively story with luminous gouache and watercolor illustrations. Beloved Madeline returns, as brave and irrepressible as ever! $17.99
10 Little Fingers and 10 Little Toes
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Big Words for Little People
Mem Fox (Harcourt Children’s Books) From two of the most gifted picture book creators of our time is a celebration of baby fingers, baby toes, and the joy they bring to everyone, everywhere! $16.00
Jamie Lee Curtis & Laura Cornell (Joanna Cotler Books) BIG words, BIG laughs, BIG fun from the #1 national bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell. $9.95
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Sarah Ferguson & Robin Preiss Glasser (Paula Wiseman Books) Beloved and bestselling illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser and Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, team up in this picture book about manners and being yourself. Tea for Ruby is one part princess, one part manners, and lots of fun. $16.99
Madeline and the Gates of Rome
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Glenn McCoy (Hyperion) Our young hero believes he’s being stalked....by Santa Claus. Cartoonist Glenn McCoy discovers the hidden menace (and humor) in the season’s most beloved gift giver. $12.99
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Tea for Ruby
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I See Santa Everywhere
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Loren Long (Philomel) Loren Long brings this story of an unforgettable little drummer boy to vivid life with his timeless and magical art. $17.99
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Drummer Boy
If You Give a Cat A Cupcake
Laura Numeroff & Felicia Bond (Laura Geringer Books) The lovable cat who in If You Give a Pig a Party now has his very own book! Written in the tradition of the bestselling If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond’s newest story will show everyone that Cat is where it’s at! $16.99
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Corduroy Book & Bear
Don Freeman (Viking Juvenile) Right in time for holiday gift-giving, the Corduroy Book and Bear boxed set is a must-have for this popular character’s legions of fans. $14.99
Tweens Find the source of your secret power. Collect the cards
Listen to the Audio
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Read the book
Influence
Mary-Kate Olsen & Ashley Olsen (Razorbill) Features photographs, interviews about two of the most influential young women in the fashion and entertainment industries. $35.00
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What would happen if you discovered that your family was one of the most powerful in human history? What if you were told that the source of the family's power was hidden around the world, in the form of 39 Clues? Groundbreaking multimedia series offers an irresistible combination of action and humor sure to appeal to all middle graders. Features books, cards and a dynamic online game. Book One by New York Times bestselling author Rick Riordan. (Book Two available December 2.) Book $15.99; Card Pack $6.99; Audio $19.95
The Hunger Games
Suzanne Collins (Scholastic) Katniss is 16 and lives with her younger sister in Panem, the remains of what used to be the USA. Long ago the districts waged war and were defeated. As part of the surrender, each now sends one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called The Hunger Games. Audiobook $84.95 (also available in hardcover)
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Thirteen Reasons Why
Jay Asher (Razorbill) Clay Jensen finds a mysterious box with his name containing tapes recorded by Hannah Baker. On the tapes, Hannah explains that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. An intricate and heartrending story of confusion and desperation that will deeply affect teen readers.$16.99
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...for young adults
Revelations A Blue Blood’s Novel
The Cycler
Melissa de la Cruz (Hyperion Books for Young Readers) They’re powerful, they’re famous... they’re undead. Collect the highly anticipated third installment in Melissa de la Cruz’s hot vampire series. $15.99
Lauren McLaughlin (Random House for Young Readers) Jill is an average girl trying to get her dream date to ask her to the prom. What no one knows is that for four days each month, Jill becomes Jack, a boy who lives in the solitude of Jill’s room. $17.99
Peace, Love, Books
Neil Gaiman & Dave McKean (HarperCollins) This chilling tale is Neil Gaiman’s first full-length novel since the internationally bestselling, acclaimed Coraline. Like Coraline, this book is sure to enchant and surprise young readers as well as Neil Gaiman’s legion of adult fans. $17.99
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Emily Jenkins; illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky (Schwartz & Wade) Lumphy, Stingray, and Plastic are back! In this sequel to Toys Go Out, the lovable trio finds that their little girl has left for winter vacation and taken a box of dominoes, a stegosaurus puzzle and two Barbie dolls. Could she have forgotten them? $16.99
Ink Death
Cornelia Funke (Scholastic/Chicken House) Southern California resident Cornelia Funke masterfully concludes the epic Inkheart trilogy, which was an international bestseller. In the spellbinding conclusion, Meggie and her father Mo try to escape the cursed story of the Book of Immortality. $17.99
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Pseudonymous Bosch (Little Brown For Young Readers) Our heroes Cass and Max-Ernest, were about to join a secret society and join the fight to stop their evil archenemies. While waiting, the kids stumble upon a fast-paced adventure, filled with codes to crack and mysteries to solve. $16.99
Ignatius MacFarland: Frequenaut!
Paul Feig (Little Brown for Young Readers) Feig is the creator of the critically acclaimed TV show Freaks and Geeks and the author Kick Me: Adventures in Adolescence and Superstud. This is his first novel for young readers. He lives with his wife and two dogs in California. $16.99
Merlin’s Dragons
T.A. Barron (Philomel) This is one of T.A. Barron’s most thrilling adventures yet and features a new and unforgettable character in his earliest years. $19.99
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Toy Dance Party
If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late
Simon Bloom, The Gravity Keeper
Michael Reisman (Dutton Juvenile) Ordinary sixth-grader Simon Bloom has just made the biggest discovery since gravity–and it literally fell into his lap. Or onto his head. Anyway, this fast-paced novel makes scientific concepts interesting and accessible. $15.99
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Marie Rutkoski (Farrar, Strauss & Giroux Books for Young Readers) Petra Kronos’s father has been hired by the prince to build the world’s finest astronomical clock, but her life turns upside down when the prince steals her father’s eyes. She vows to get them back, and along the way, finds that people are not always what they seem. $16.95
The Graveyard Book
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The Cabinet of Wonders The Kronos Chronicles: Book 1
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Reading Temptations for Tweens (readers 9-12)
Crumbs Bake Shop in A Box
Mia Bauer/Liz & Kate Pope (DK PreSchool) Follow Lolly LaCrumb in this interactive baking and reading adventure! Featuring decorative stencils and original recipes from author Mia Bauer, founder of CRUMBS® Bakeshop, this is the perfect family activity. $16.95
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Celebrating California
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Talk California and you’re talking about loving the weather, the ocean, the mountains, the deserts and more. Today, we’re talking about what we cherish the most—the talented people of California like those we feature on this page. Their work is a reflection of the neighborhoods and communities in which we live and work. Eureka! Watch for these palm trees throughout the catalog. They signify that the author or illustrator is a local!
Cover Art Courtesy of Tao Nyeu and Penquin Group. Tao Nyeu was born in Akron, Ohio, and grew up in Niskayuna, New York. She attended the School of Visual Arts in New York City, receiving her MFA in Illustration in 2007. Wonder Bear was her thesis project inspired by an odd-looking gummy bear with magical powers. (It was promptly eaten.) Tao lives with her husband in Los Angeles, California.
2008 SCIBA Award Winners
Southern California Independent Booksellers are pleased to showcase children’s honorees Dean Lorey and Deborah Diesen.
Our California/Nuestra California
Pam Muñoz Ryan and illustrator Rafael Lopez (Charlesbridge) “Virtually certain to inspire California dreamin’ in readers of all ages,” says Publishers Weekly. From award-winners Pam Muñoz Ryan and illustrator Rafael Lopez—a vibrant tribute to California. Hardcover, $17.95; Paperback, $7.95
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Best Children’s Picture Book
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Best Children’s Novel
Nightmare Academy Dean Lorey (Harper Collins) $10.99
Pout-Pout Fish
Deborah Diesen (Farrar, Strauss & Giroux) $16.00
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