Most Popular Books by Jeff Gottesfeld

Perfect for fans of Lauren Conrad''s L.A. CANDY series, this e-original sequel to Amen, L.A. is full of sizzle, scandal, and secrets. Before she moved to L.A., Natalie and her boyfriend, Sean, got really close. She''s not sure how she feels about him now, though, and when her mom gets her to join a church group called Wait/Great, Natalie feels like a total hypocrite. She''s not the lily-white girl everyone thinks she is--especially Brett Goldstein, the hot eighteen-year-old TV star who''s blowing up her phone and taking her on some incredible dates. If Brett and her L.A. friends knew the truth, what would they think? Inside, Natalie is the same small-town Minnesota girl she''s always been. But in a world where what''s on the outside is what counts, staying true to yourself isn''t easy. . . .

In one moment Nicole Burns''s life changes forever. The sound of gunfire at an Anne Frank exhibit, the panic, the crowd, and Nicole is no longer Nicole. Whiplashed through time and space, she wakes to find herself a privileged Jewish girl living in Nazi-occupied Paris during World War II. No more Internet diaries and boy troubles for Nicole-now she''s a carefree Jewish girl, with wonderful friends and a charming boyfriend. But when the Nazi death grip tightens over France, Nicole is forced into hiding, and begins a struggle for survival that brings her face to face with Anne Frank. "This is a powerful and affecting story." (KLIATT)

Las Vegas is the city of lady luck. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But money comes with strings attached. Failure is not an option. Kaylee Ryan was not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. But she has nerve and imagination. Just what this new Vegas transplant needs to make it big. Alana: Some say that New York City is the city that never sleeps. They say wrong. The city that really never sleeps is Las Vegas, Nevada. Or Sin City. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But her dad’s expectations are high since he’s put her in charge of a new teen venture. Will she prove that the apple doesn’t far fall from the tree? Or will she fall flat on her face?

Themes: Friendship, Summer Camp, Writing, Stage Fright, Prejudice, Learning Life Lessons. Ava is ready for a fun summer of helping out at day camp. But she’s not a fan of all the other helpers. Will a new friend help to change her perspective? This series of short 60- to 70-page novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of striving readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science fiction, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text. Red Rhino Books maintain consistency in design and readability throughout each novel, making reading enjoyable and achievable.

Las Vegas is the city of lady luck. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But money comes with strings attached. Failure is not an option. Kaylee Ryan was not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. But she has nerve and imagination. Just what this new Vegas transplant needs to make it big. Alana: Some say that New York City is the city that never sleeps. They say wrong. The city that really never sleeps is Las Vegas, Nevada. Or Sin City. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But her dad’s expectations are high since he’s put her in charge of a new teen venture. Will she prove that the apple doesn’t far fall from the tree? Or will she fall flat on her face?

The acclaimed author of the "Sunset Island" series kicks off a new four-part miniseries about a gawky teenage girl who dreams of becoming beautiful. Callie Bailey finds a black meteorite that turns her into a stunning girl, but when that leads to betrayal of her sister, she tries to find her way back to her true self.

Ronette Bradley hasn’t exactly been an ideal student. Certainly she’s no overachiever. But she’s caught a lucky break. And she’s determined not to screw up. Part romance—part confessional—part college adventures—each ebook is approximately 28,000 words–160 pages. Ronette wants to fly solo for a while. But Cornell London—a senior—is interested. Ronette’s not sure she’s ready for another relationship. Besides, Jayson still wants her back; for now he’s firmly in the “friend” column. Chyna, her frenemy roommate, has stolen one of her poems and rapped it, which puts them on the verge of a hip-hop deal. No lie. Now the Houseman Gammas are knocking ...

At Fable Harbor University Hospital, Zoey and Trisan are finally getting used to the hectic pace and they''re learning a lot and keeping busy even when they''re not on duty.

The first in a series of hospital stories, this book is about five teen-aged students who follow their hearts and dreams in the world of medicine. As they shadow doctors and assist with medical procedures, they learn truths about life, love, and medicine.

Themes: Friendship, Loyalty, Acceptance, Fiction, Tween. Liv is someone who is careful with money. She plans, saves up, and purchases a phone she has wanted for years. All of her dedication and hard work then pay off in ways she never thought they would. This series of short novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of struggling readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science fiction, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text. Each book is around 70 pages.

Everyone''s eyes are glued to TV''s trashiest talk show. But the real dirt is behind the scenes. Someone is making a secret video to expose the truth behind "Trash". Now, hard-nosed exec Rosanne is out for revenge--and one of the interns will pay. Meanwhile, Sky will stop at nothing to get the woman of his dreams. Even if she''s dating his best friend. And just when Lisha thinks she''s finally free from the past, a surprise phone call brings her terrifying news.

High school freshman Robinson "Robin" Paige lives with his grandmother, Miz Paige, on the meanest street in the city. Miz Paige is his rock. Sly and Kaykay have been his buddies since forever. Smart, stoic, and loyal, Robin''s life has been defined by loss. And he doesn''t want another tragedy, so he lives afraid to stand or speak out. But then he gets pushed to the edge. Somehow, someway, he will get back at the Ninth Street Rangers...Stealing from the rich and giving to the poor takes on a whole new meaning--If Robin hadn''t just paid off the Ninth Street Rangers, or if Tyrone and Dodo hadn''t hit on him to do their schoolwork, he never would have done what he was about to do.

When she finds a magical meteorite shaped like a heart, Sue''s wish comes true as she is suddenly transformed from a theatrical flop to a gifted actress.

Winning the title of "WrestleManiac" sounds pretty awesome, especially for a twelve-year-old die-hard WWE fan. The WrestleManiac gets the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to carry the defending champ''s belt at WrestleMania, not to mention a trip to the event and the possibility of meeting the champ! Problem is, first you have to win a nationwide competition, and WWE fans can be kind of . . . competitive! Read along as one kid does whatever it takes to win the title of WrestleManiac, even if it means bodyslamming the competition!

Ronette Bradley hasn’t exactly been an ideal student. Certainly she’s no overachiever. But she’s caught a lucky break. And she’s determined not to screw up. Part romance—part confessional—part college adventures—each ebook is approximately 28,000 words–160 pages. It’s a funny thing about time. The proverb, “Time heals all wounds,” is true to some extent. But Jayson still hurts. Maybe Ronette doesn’t want time to heal this wound. It feels better fresh. Jayson thought she’d change her mind over break. But Ronette is firm. She’s alone, finally. Except she’s not. “Hey, Houseman girl.” This brother has the warmest, friendliest face Ronette has ever seen. The rest, as they say, is history.

Six girls and guys are about to have one hot summer. They''ve been chosen to move to New York City and be interns on the new reality talk show Trash. But the real drama is going on behind the cameras. Features the first two books in the series: Trash Someone is making a secret video to expose the truth behind the Trash television show. Now, hard-nosed exec Rosanne is out for revenge--and one of the interns will pay. Trash: Love, Lies and Video Intern Karma is in love with the most gorgeous male intern at Trash, and he''s crazy about her--or is he mistaking her for someone else?

Six girls and guys are invited to be part of a reality television program in New York but the real drama goes on behind the cameras.

In this final book in the mini-series with a twist, a shy girl becomes an instant expert at attracting boys after finding a heart-shaped rock stuck in a thornbush underneath her window. Suddenly, she''s irresistible--to her best friends'' boyfriends.

O livro que introduz a delicada história de Anne Frank para o público infantil. A árvore da Prinsengracht, 263 observava enquanto a menina brincava e escrevia em seu diário. Quando estranhos invadiram Amsterdã e aviões roncavam acima das cabeças, a árvore via a menina afastar as cortinas do anexo da fábrica do pai para espiá-la. A árvore também viu a menina ser levada dali com sua família – e o seu pai retornar depois da guerra, sozinho. No verão em que Anne Frank completaria oitenta e um anos, a árvore morreu. Mas suas sementes e mudas foram plantadas pelo mundo afora, como símbolo da paz.

The team behind Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier join forces to create a touching companion book honoring military veterans and the program that keeps their contribution alive. Located in our nation''s capital are monuments dedicated to the service members who fought in the last century''s wars. Visitors line up to gaze at the Iwo Jima Memorial, stark against the sky; the solemn Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; the national World War II Memorial with its circle of unity; the Korean War Veterans Memorial; and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, engraved with tens of thousands of names. It is here that the Honor Flight program has brought some 300,000 aging veterans, all of them deserving a chance to see their commitment and sacrifice honored and commemorated. Told in the voice of an anonymous veteran, Jeff Gottesfeld''s first-person narrative conveys the emotional impact of a visit that not only encompasses a tour of the monuments but also includes moving tributes from friends and schoolchildren and ends with the kind of welcome home that some of the veterans had never received. Matt Tavares''s striking illustrations bring readers close to both Washington''s timeless monuments and the veterans whose role in history will never be forgotten. An afterword and notes from the author provide more information for curious readers.

Moving before the summer of 8th grade sucks. But meeting the guy of your dreams makes it way better. Serena feels accepted in her new school, especially when she starts dating Kai. He seems to be the coolest guy ever. Then Ollie shows up. He''s weird.

Even though it has been some time since her death, Cisco learns that her younger sister is still tormented by the loss of her older sibling. Nicole is chosen to return to Earth and help her come to terms with Cisco''s death and to get on with the process of living.

Themes: Disaster, Bravery, Fiction, Tween, Emergent Reader, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Striving Learner, Striving Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Dan and Pete try to make the most of having to stay indoors on a stormy night. Their evening takes a dramatic turn when they decide to help a friend. This series of short novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of striving readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science ficion, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text. Each book is around 70 pages.

"At Fable Harbor University Hospital, five young men and women are immersed in the life-and-death world of medicine. As they shadow doctors and assist with medical procedures, they learn truths about life, love, and medicine that can''t be taught in any classroom... and find out that it''s all much harder than they ever imagined"--Back cover.

Themes: College Life, Self-reliance. Ronette Bradley hasn''t exactly been an ideal student. Certainly she''s no overachiever. But she''s caught a lucky break. And she''s determined not to screw it up. Part romance--part confessional--part college adventures--each novel is approximately 28,000 words--160 pages.

Themes: Hi-Lo, College life, self-reliance. Ronette Bradley hasn’t exactly been an ideal student. Certainly she’s no overachiever. But she’s caught a lucky break. And she’s determined not to screw up. Part romance—part confessional—part college adventures—each novel is approximately 28,000 words–160 pages. Ronette wants to fly solo for a while. But Cornell London—a senior—is interested. Ronette’s not sure she’s ready for another relationship. Besides, Jayson still wants her back; for now he’s firmly in the “friend” column. Chyna, her frenemy roommate, has stolen one of her poems and rapped it, which puts them on the verge of a hip-hop deal. No lie. Now the Houseman Gammas are knocking ...

Young Clark Kent, having inadvertently landed the lead in the school play, becomes concerned when mysterious accidents befall several cast members.

A play about the power of books, muscles and human kindness. Josh (or Jo, since almost any role can be cast as male or female) is the children''s librarian at a poor public library facing a huge budget crisis. He''s also a power lifter, pumping iron in the library basement and running a video blog about young adult and children''s books, weights and life. Kids flock to his unconventional story time and check out books by the dozens. All but one kid, that is - a loner named Mr. T (or Ms. T), who has the loud tics of Tourette syndrome. Slowly, Josh and Mr. T form a friendship, and Mr. T finally ventures to Josh''s basement gym, where a friendship is born. The stakes go up when the town says the library needs to close for monetary reasons. This hits Josh and the kids hard and leads to them staging a ''60s-inspired Read-In rather than letting their library be shut down. At the play''s end, a Sixth Sense-like ending reveals the true identity of Mr. T. The World''s Strongest Librarian will get kids pumped up to read, to work themselves into shape and especially to be kind to others.

Amal is a typical American suburban teenager at a typical American high school until she decides to wear the hijab, the Muslim head scarf, full-time as a badge of her faith--without losing her identity or sense of style.

Entre l''enfant qu''il croyait être, et le " surhomme " qu''il est destiné à devenir, il y a Smallville... Cette fois, l''occasion est trop belle : Clark a décroché le rôle principal du spectacle monté par le lycée, et jouera aux côtés de la belle Lana Lang. Il a des raisons d''être anxieux ! D''autant plus qu''au cours des répétitions, d''étranges événements ne tardent pas à se produire. Les incidents se multiplient, allant de la blague de mauvais goût jusqu''à la tentative de meurtre. Une menace invisible semble planer au-dessus des élèves : difficile pour Clark de lutter contre un ennemi non identifié...

Alors que la petite bourgade de Smallville se prépare avec enthousiasme à son prochain festival pluriculturel, certains amis de Clark Kent sont victimes d''agressions haineuses. L''un voit sa maison saccagée et souillée de graffitis racistes, tandis qu''un camion fou, rempli de fuel, manque d''aller s''écraser contre l''habitation d''une autre. Chaque fois, ces attaques surviennent de façon si soudaine que personne n''a le temps d''apercevoir le responsable de ces actes malveillants. Cependant, Clark comprend vite qu''il est sans doute le seul à pouvoir résoudre ce mystère. Saura-t-il confondre le coupable à temps pour l''empêcher de commettre le crime suprême ?

Im Hinterhof eines Hauses stand ein uralter Kastanienbaum und schaute friedlich dem Wechsel der Jahreszeiten zu - bis der Krieg kam. In diesem Bilderbuch erzählen Jeff Gottesfeld und Peter Mc Carty die bekannte Geschichte von Anne Frank aus einer ungewöhnlichen Perspektive: der des Kastanienbaums im Hinterhof des Hausese, in dem Anne und ihre Familie sich vor den Nationalsozialisten versteckten. Als außenstehender Beobachter gewährt er bruchstückhaft Einblicke in das Leben der verfolgten jüdischen Familie, den Krieg und das Unrecht. So entsteht Raum zum Nachdenken und Nachfragen: über das Leben von Anne Frank, die Opfer des Nationalsozialismus und die Mechanismen von Hass und Ausgrenzung bis in die Gegenwart.

Teen flip-book series featuring two different stories. Want a different point of view? Simply flip the book! Las Vegas is the city of lady luck. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But money comes with strings attached. Failure is not an option. Kaylee Ryan was not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. But she has nerve and imagination. Just what this new Vegas transplant needs to make it big. Alana: Some say that New York City is the city that never sleeps. They say wrong. The city that really never sleeps is Las Vegas, Nevada. Or Sin City. And teen heiress Alana Skye is living the life, thanks to her billionaire dad. But her dad’s expectations are high since he’s put her in charge of a new teen venture. Will she prove that the apple doesn’t far fall from the tree? Or will she fall flat on her face? Kaylee: Kaylee Ryan was not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. Her dad is in prison. And after her mom’s death, things go from bad to worse. A high school dropout. Friendless. Homeless. Unemployed. But she’s made of tough stuff. And a new teen project opening in Las Vegas is having a job fair. Making her way from L.A. to Vegas is the easy part. The hard part is landing the job. Until lady luck bumps into her. Reading Level 4.0. Interest Level: Young Adult.