"The Midnight Gang" revolves around the adventures of a young boy named Tom, who finds himself in a hospital ward after a cricket ball accident. There, he meets a group of fellow patients who call themselves "The Midnight Gang." Led by the daring and charismatic Sally, the gang embarks on nightly escapades to grant the wishes of their bedridden friend, creating imaginative and sometimes chaotic…
"The Ice Monster" follows the adventures of a young girl named Elsie, who discovers a woolly mammoth named Woolly buried in the ice of the Thames River in Victorian London. Elsie forms a bond with Woolly and embarks on a thrilling journey to reunite him with his family in the Arctic. Along the way, they encounter formidable villains and unlikely allies, navigating a series of comedic and heartw…
"The Boy in the Dress" follows the story of a twelve-year-old boy named Dennis who feels different from his peers. He enjoys soccer and fashion, particularly admiring the dresses in magazines. One day, Dennis decides to try on a dress and discovers a newfound sense of freedom and expression. With the support of his friend Lisa, Dennis navigates the challenges of being true to himself while faci…
"Ratburger" tells the story of a young girl named Zoe, who lives with her lazy stepmother and cruel stepfather. Zoe's life takes a turn for the worse when her stepfather, a burger restaurant owner, decides to use her pet rat, Armitage, as the secret ingredient in his burgers. Determined to save Armitage and escape her miserable home life, Zoe embarks on a daring adventure with the help of a fri…
"Mr. Stink" tells the story of a lonely and homeless man named Mr. Stink, who becomes an unexpected friend to a young girl named Chloe. Chloe befriends Mr. Stink and learns about his mysterious past and kind-hearted nature. Despite Mr. Stink's unpleasant odor and eccentricities, Chloe helps him find refuge in her family's garden shed. As their friendship grows, Chloe and Mr. Stink embark on an …
In "Judy Moody Gets Famous!" by Megan McDonald, third-grader Judy Moody is determined to achieve fame and recognition after seeing her classmate win a spelling bee. Judy embarks on various attempts to become famous, from trying to break world records to participating in a pet contest. Despite her efforts, things don't go as planned, leading to humorous and heartfelt moments. Along the way, Judy…
"Demon Dentist" by David Walliams is a darkly humorous and thrilling tale that follows the misadventures of young protagonist Alfie as he navigates the eerie events surrounding his town's new dentist. When children begin waking up with terrible tooth troubles after visiting the dentist, Alfie suspects something sinister at play. Together with his friends, Alfie embarks on a spine-chilling inves…
"Children of the Mind" is the fourth and final book in Orson Scott Card's Ender's Saga. The novel continues the story of Ender Wiggin, focusing on the complex and evolving relationships between Ender, his family, and the artificial intelligence Jane. As Ender's physical health deteriorates, his mind creates new entities, Peter and Young Val, who embark on a mission to save Jane from being shut …
"Bad Dad" by David Walliams is a heartwarming and humorous children's novel that follows the story of Frank and his father, who are struggling to make ends meet after a series of unfortunate events. When Frank's dad gets involved in a bank robbery to pay off their debts, things take an unexpected turn. Frank finds himself caught up in his dad's scheme to make things right, facing thrilling chal…
"Awful Auntie" by David Walliams is a children's novel that tells the story of Stella Saxby, a young girl who becomes an orphan after her parents' tragic death. Left in the care of her dreadful Aunt Alberta, Stella soon discovers that her aunt is not only awful but also has sinister intentions. With the help of a ghostly presence and a friendly owl named Wagner, Stella embarks on a daring adven…