New Releases by Katherine Paterson

The life of a ten-year-old boy in rural Virginia expands when he becomes friends with a newcomer who subsequently meets an untimely death trying to reach their hideaway, Terabithia, during a storm.

An abandoned boy turns to his only friend to help him make sense of his past, after a menacing stranger comes to town claiming to have been sent by his father.

An inviting book by an award-winning author, "Who Am I?" explores with young readers what it means to be a child of God. Within the context of biblical teaching and the Christian faith, Katherine Paterson discusses common, basic questions that she herself has grappled with for a long time: Where in the World Is God?What about Me?Where Do I Belong?Who Is My Neighbor?What Is My Purpose? In exploring these questions, Paterson relates significant experiences from her own life and tells many other stories showing how God loves us and leads us through life''s challenges." Paterson''s book" Who Am I? "is so forthright, faithful, clear, common, and honest that any young people who read it will find themselves as much consoled as challenged. It holds them close and doesn''t let them go &. No one can finish this meditation without growing and coming closer to the Lord. Bless Paterson for her love and her close attention to the souls of thoughtful children. " -- Walter Wangerin Jr.

Share the love of reading with your beginner reader! I Can Read books are widely recognised as the premier line of beginner readers. Inaugurated in 1957 with Else Holmelund Minarik''s Little Bear, illustrated by Maurice Sendak, the series has grown to over 200 titles, which include mysteries, adventure stories, poetry, historical fiction and humour. Featuring award–winning authors and illustrators, and a fabulous cast of classic characters, I Can Read books introduce children to the joy of reading independently. It is the first day of school, and Marvin is scared. Everyone seems to know where to go – except Marvin. Everyone seems to have a place in class – except Marvin. And everyone seems to know how to read – except Marvin. Marvin''s struggle with reading will ring true to reluctant and eager readers alike, and all will share his triumph in Katherine Paterson''s reassuring story, the third about this popular character. Ages 5–7

Angel''s dad is in jail and her mum''s abandoned her and her little brother at their great-grandmother''s crumbling farmhouse. Grandma can''t even look after herself, let alone two children, so Angel finds that it''s left up to her. In a dreary and lonely world there is only one bright spot - amysterious stranger who appears on clear nights to teach Angel all about the stars.* Katherine Paterson is an internationally acclaimed author who has won the Newbery Medal (twice), the National Book Award for Children''s Literature (USA) twice, and the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award

It is the year 1899 and a new century is fast approaching. Robbie Hewitt intends to get in as much living as possible between now and the new year, but his antics eventually entangle him in a dangerous scheme--one that holds the life of a man in balance.

Tom Sawyer has an eye for adventure and is always getting into scrapes with his friends and partners in crime, Huck Finn and Joe Harper. His escapades often lead him into dangerous and desperate situations, but he always turns these to his advantage.

More than twenty essays and speeches show Paterson''s passion for reading, her ideas about writing, her spiritual faith, and her conviction that the imagination must be nourished.

Acclaimed storyteller and Newbery medalist, National Book Awardwinner, and Laura Ingalls Wilder award recipient Katherine Paterson breathes new life into this classic tale of action, adventure, and romance. Raised in the wilderness, Parzival knows nothing of his destiny as the Grail Knight--the one who is fated to seek the sacred vessel of hope and eternal life. To succeed in his quest, Parzival must struggle against countless obstacles. His triumphant story is one that will move readers to joy and despair, laughter and tears.

In this amusing, eloquently told story, created by Paterson specifically for Russian artist Vladimir Vagin to illustrate with his beautifully detailed watercolors. After the death of her self-absorbed parents, a clever princess shows the peasants in her country how to make better lives for themselves.

Christmas is coming... ... and Marvin is worried. His big sister, May, always makes great presents for their parents, and Marvin''s are never as good. But this year, he is determined to make the best Christmas present ever -- one that will last forever.

An eleven-year-old foster child tries to cope with her longings and fears as she schemes against everyone who tries to be friendly.

Moving is not easy. Rosie is the meanest cow in the world -- and Marvin''s best friend. When his family moves to a new farm, Marvin is sad and lonely . . . until he finds Rosie again. But now she''s making a lot of trouble for everyone. Will she and Marvin ever adjust to the changes of a new life in a new place?

An 11-year-old foster child tries to cope with her longings and fears as she schemes against everyone who tries to be friendly.

Modern-day stories about the true meaning of Christmas.

An eleven-year-old foster child tries to cope with her longings and fears as she schemes against everyone who tries to be friendly.

In order to wear the crown of the kingdom, an arrogant young prince must find an equal in his bride. Instead, he finds someone far better than he.

Moving is not easy. Rosie is the meanest cow in the world -- and Marvin''s best friend. When his family moves to a new farm, Marvin is sad and lonely . . . until he finds Rosie again. But now she''s making a lot of trouble for everyone. Will she and Marvin ever adjust to the changes of a new life in a new place?

A pair of mandarin ducks, separated by a cruel lord who wishes to possess the drake for his colorful beauty, reward a compassionate couple who risk their lives to reunite the ducks.

Who is the man called Sabura, the mysterious bandit who robs the rich and helps the poor? And what is his connection with Yosida, the harsh and ill- tempered master of feudal Japan''s most famous puppet theater? Young Jiro, an apprentice to Yosida, is determined to find out, even at risk to his own life. Meamwhile, Jiro devotes himself to learning puppetry. Kinshi, the puppet master''s son, tutors him. When his sheltered life at the theater is shattered by mobs of hungry, rioting peasants, Jiro becomes aware of responsibilities greater that his craft. As he schemes to help his friend Kinshi and to find his own parent, Jiro stumbles onto a dangerous and powerful secret....

An eleven-year-old foster child tries to cope with her longings and fears as she schemes against everyone who tries to be friendly.

Muna has never known his father -- a samurai, a noble warrior. But Muna''s mother has told Muna how he will know him one day: by the sign of the chrysanthemum. When his mother dies, Muna travels to the capital of twelfth-century Japan, a bewildering city on the verge of revolution. He finds a haven there, as servant to the great swordsmith, Fukuji. But Muna cannot forget his dream: He must find his father. Only then will he have power and a name to be reckoned with. Only then will he become a man.

Eleven-year-old Park makes some startling discoveries when he travels to his grandfather''s farm in Virginia to learn about his father who died in the Vietnam War.

Presents botanical illustrations of familiar and exotic flowers, trees, and plants mentioned in the accompanying Bible verses and selections.

Newbery Medal winner Katherine Paterson tells the story of Jimmy Jo, and 11-year-old country music singer. When Jimmy Jo''s talent brings fame to his family, he suddenly becomes a target for fans--and for a man who insists he''s Jimmy Jo''s real father. "Paterson''s talent for storytelling truly shines".--School Library Journal, starred review. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

The vain young daughter of a samurai finds her comfortable life ripped apart when opposing warrior clans begin a struggle for imperial control of Japan.