New Releases by Kallie George

“Settle in a cozy chair and pass the cheese crumble! Mona’s adventures continue in this critter-crammed sequel that will pull at your heartstrings as well as your funny bone.” —Cyndi Marko, author and illustrator of the Kung Pow Chicken series Downton Abbey meets The Tale of Peter Rabbit in the second title in this heartwarming chapter-book series Mona has finally found a place to call home: the cozy Heartwood Hotel, where she works as a maid and sleeps snuggled up to her best friend, Tilly. Following the festive St. Slumber celebration, most of the guests have settled in to hibernate, and the staff is looking forward to a relaxing winter. But disruptions abound, from a difficult duchess to a mysterious midnight snacker. As the snow stacks higher and the food supplies shrink lower, Mona will have to gather friends both old and new to keep the peace, finding help along the way in some of the most unexpected places. The second book in the enchanting Heartwood Hotel series, The Greatest Gift will warm your heart with its endearing characters and exquisite black-and-white illustrations.

Mona the mouse has finally found a place to call home, the cozy Heartwood Hotel, where she works as a maid and sleeps snuggled up in a room with her best friend. Following the festive St. Slumber celebration, most of the guests have settled in to hibernate, and the staff is looking forward to a relaxing winter. But disruptions abound, from a difficult duchess to a mysterious midnight snacker. As the snow stacks higher, Mona will have to gather friends both old and new to keep the peace, finding help in some of the most unexpected places. The second book in the enchanting Heartwood Hotel series, The Greatest Gift will warm your heart with its endearing characters and exquisite illustrations. Praise for the Magical Animal Adoption Agency series "[This] gentle tale of magic and self-reliance will entertain confident new independent readers. Clover''s sweet story is a good next step for lovers of the Magic Tree House." -Kirkus Reviews "Readers will be envious of the world of magic that Clover becomes ensconced in and eager to read future installments." -Publishers Weekly "[A] charming story, delicately written, with a winning heroine. . . [and] a conclusion that will satisfy young readers." -Booklist Online "Graduates of sparkly chapter-book series will be right at home and looking for the next installment posthaste." -Kirkus Reviews "[T]he gentle but intrepid Clover continues to charm." -Bulletin of the Center for Children''s Books

Perfect for fans of Liz Garton Scanlon''s All the World and Amy Krouse Rosenthal''s I Wish You More, this charming, whimsical story about one imaginative little girl’s magical world is sure to enchant readers young and old. Follow the girl throughout a day spent in her own backyard, and you''ll discover lots of secrets only she can tell. For example, did you know that whispers hide in trees? Or that trees make great umbrellas? With a simple, poetic text from Kallie George and extraordinary illustrations from debut artist Paola Zakimi, here is a book families will read again and again and treasure for years to come.

It’s bath time for two little ducklings and one big dinosaur! Spike loves soap, but Feather and Flap don’t want to scrub. What will Spike do to make getting clean fun for everyone? This short, sweet, and very bubbly story will help show kids how much fun bath time can be. Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Bubble Blast is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.

Feather, Flap, and Spike are on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin to decorate in this sweet story about autumn fun.

Three eggs hatch, resulting in an unusual but happy family.

This Christmas-themed picture book about four animals delivering a lost package for Santa already feels like a classic, and makes the perfect gift this holiday season! It’s Christmas Eve, and Bird, Rabbit, Deer, and Squirrel are eagerly waiting for Santa to fly overhead. When he does, a gift tumbles out of his sleigh, landing in the woods. The friends find the gift and read the tag: “For the new baby at the farm. Love, Santa.” And so, in spite of Squirrel’s grumbling—“It’s not our baby”—they set off on a long journey to deliver it. Sweet, poignant, and starring a cast of truly adorable characters, this is a story sure to be shared year after year at Christmastime.

Book 3 in the marvelous illustrated chapter book series, The Magical Animal Adoption Agency. A new volunteer has joined the Magical Animal Adoption Agency, and Clover''s not too happy about it! Oliver Von Hoof is supposed to be an expert on magical animals, but he''s barely older than Clover. How can he be an expert on anything? And it doesn''t help that Mr. Jams keeps turning to Oliver instead of Clover for help with the animals. When Mr. Jams is called away from the Agency on a secret mission, Clover and Oliver are put in charge of the Agency once again. But when Picnic the invisible puppy starts turning visible, and the Agency''s green cat, Dipity, begins to look white, Clover and Oliver realize that all of the amazing creatures are becoming ordinary. Even Oliver''s trusty magical wands aren''t enough to cure them! Will Oliver and Clover learn to work together in time to restore the animals'' magical powers? Alexandra Boiger''s delightful illustrations shine in the third book of Kallie George''s The Magical Animal Adoption Agency series where an open heart can best the nastiest of spells. Praise for Clover''s Luck "[This] gentle tale of magic and self-reliance will entertain confident new independent readers. Clover''s sweet story is a good next step for lovers of the Magic Tree House." -- Kirkus Reviews "Readers will be envious of the world of magic that Clover becomes ensconced in and eager to read future installments." -- Publishers Weekly "The first novel in George''s new series is a charming story, delicately written, with a winning heroine. Clover''s first adventure with the magical animals at the agency comes to a conclusion that will satisfy young readers." -- Booklist Online "Clover is a winning hero worth following." -- Library Media Connection

There''s a new resident at the Magical Animal Adoption Agency-but this one hasn''t hatched yet! Mr. Jams brought home an enchanted egg from his last journey, and Clover can''t wait to find out what kind of creature the polka-dotted, color-changing shell contains. But one morning when Clover checks on the cozy nest of feathers she''s made for the egg, she finds it empty, and the baby animal is nowhere in sight! Clover is anxious to find the creature, but the Agency is full of visitors looking for pets of their own. Will Clover be able to match them with their perfect companions and save the mysterious animal before Mr. Jams returns from his trip? With charming illustrations by Alexandra Boiger, the second book in Kallie George''s The Magical Animal Adoption Agency series celebrates the magic of new friends and the power of seeing with your heart. Praise for Clover''s Luck "[This] gentle tale of magic and self-reliance will entertain confident new independent readers. Clover''s sweet story is a good next step for lovers of the Magic Tree House." -Kirkus Reviews "Readers will be envious of the world of magic that Clover becomes ensconced in and eager to read future installments." -Publishers Weekly "The first novel in George''s new series is a charming story, delicately written, with a winning heroine. Clover''s first adventure with the magical animals at the agency comes to a conclusion that will satisfy young readers." -Booklist Online "Clover is a winning hero worth following." -Library Media Connection

Splash is a little sea serpent who enjoys splashing around. But all communities need quiet sometimes. Will Splash learn how to calm down? He''s frightened of being quiet so having to do so seems unfair. But fears have to be faced and, across 44 full-colour illustrations, Splash will inevitably learn this for himself. In the other Tiny Tails (Simply Read) titles, Splash encourages readers to be considerate of those around them and to face up to their fears.

Book 2 in the marvelous illustrated chapter book series, The Magical Animal Adoption Agency. There''s a new resident at the Magical Animal Adoption Agency-but this one hasn''t hatched yet! Mr. Jams brought home an enchanted egg from his last journey, and Clover can''t wait to find out what kind of creature the polka-dotted shell contains. But one morning when Clover checks on the cozy nest of feathers she''s made for the egg, she finds it empty, and the baby animal is nowhere in sight! Clover is anxious to find the creature, but the Agency is full of visitors looking for pets of their own. Will Clover be able to match them with their perfect companions and save the mysterious animal before Mr. Jams returns from his trip? With charming illustrations by Alexandra Boiger, the second book in Kallie George''s The Magical Animal Adoption Agency series celebrates the magic of new friends and the power of seeing with your heart. Praise for Clover''s Luck "[This] gentle tale of magic and self-reliance will entertain confident new independent readers. Clover''s sweet story is a good next step for lovers of the Magic Tree House." -- Kirkus Reviews "The first novel in George''s new series is a charming story, delicately written, with a winning heroine. Clover''s first adventure with the magical animals at the agency comes to a conclusion that will satisfy young readers." -- Booklist Online

Clover discovers the Magical Animal Adoption Agency in the first in a marvelous new illustrated chapter book seriesu200b! Despite her name, Clover has always felt decidedly unlucky. So when she stumbles upon a mysterious cottage in the Woods, she can hardly believe her good fortune. It''s the Magical Animal Adoption Agency, and it houses creatures of all kinds. Fairy horses, unicorns, and a fiery young dragon are just the beginning! Mr. Jams, the Agency''s owner, agrees to hire her as summer helper and Clover hopes her luck has finally changed. But when she''s left alone to care for the Agency, a sneaky witch comes after the magical creatures! Will Clover outsmart her in time to protect the animals? The first installment in a new illustrated chapter book series by Kallie George, featuring enchanting illustrations by Alexandra Boiger, will charm young readers as Clover learns that courage and heart can be even more powerful than good luck.

Despite her name, Clover has always felt decidedly unlucky. So when she stumbles upon a mysterious cottage in the Woods, she can hardly believe her good fortune. It''s the Magical Animal Adoption Agency, and it houses creatures of all kinds. Fairy horses, unicorns, and a fiery young dragon are just the beginning! Mr. Jams, the Agency''s owner, agrees to hire her as summer helper and Clover hopes her luck has finally changed. But when she''s left alone to care for the Agency, a sneaky witch comes after the magical creatures! Will Clover outsmart her in time to protect the animals? The first installment in a new illustrated chapter book series by Kallie George, featuring enchanting illustrations by Alexandra Boiger, will charm young readers as Clover learns that courage and heart can be even more powerful than good luck.

Award-winning artist Soizick Meister presents a beautiful art book about Mr M., the mysterious and imaginative dreamer. Arcane, evocative words and rich language are used to tell this new tale of Mr. M, who has recently been liberated from the heavy memories and uncertainties. But now he realises he is still missing something: companionship. Mr. M remembers someone who he loved long ago and lingers still in his mind. He decides to send her a message in the form of magical red threads. Mr. M will resonate with all those whose hearts have searched for true love.

Maude always liked her two tails, until the other merchildren began teasing her for being different. Ridiculed and lonely, she doesn''t think her life could get any worse - until, one day, she is captured by a fisherman. On land, Tony faces difficulties of his own. Born with webbed fingers, he too is treated as an outcast. Hoping to find acceptance, he joins a circus; but the ringmistress is cruel and life becomes even more unbearable. Then, one day, the circus purchases a two-tailed mermaid caught straight from the sea...