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FTL, Y'all!FTL, Y'all!, Comic BookTales From the Age of the $200 Warp Drive
Comic Book - 2018Comic Book, 2018
Added Nov 30, 2020
Kings, Queens, and In-betweensKings, Queens, and In-betweens, Book
by Boteju, TanyaBook - 2019Book, 2019
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.7+) Nima is feeling at loose ends this summer: Her mother left over a year ago and Nima still doesn't know why, she told her best friend that she loved her and was rejected, and a childhood friend has become a bully. When she meets a drag queen for the first time, she is enamored with Deidre's flair. As Nima discovers the wonders of the drag scene, she makes new friends and may even find a new love interest.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.7+) Nima is feeling at loose ends this summer: Her mother left over a year ago and Nima still doesn't know why, she told her best friend that she loved her and was rejected, and a childhood friend has…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.7+) Eight years ago, mad djinns attacked Fatima's city and left only three people alive. The city has recovered, but Fatima is forever changed and harboring a fire within her. As political tensions rise and the peace between djinns and humans is threatened, Fatima will find herself drawn into the maelstrom.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.7+) Eight years ago, mad djinns attacked Fatima's city and left only three people alive. The city has recovered, but Fatima is forever changed and harboring a fire within her. As political tensions rise and…
A Royal Guide to Monster SlayingA Royal Guide to Monster Slaying, Book
by Armstrong, KelleyBook - 2019Book, 2019
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-7) Twins Rowan and Rhydd were born in the wrong order. Rowan, the firstborn, is destined to be queen while Rhydd is being trained as the kingdom's monster hunter. Rowan yearns to hunt monsters and follows her brother on his hunts whenever she can. When Rhydd is seriously injured, Rowan is thrust into the position that she has coveted and discovers that she still has a lot to learn. The kingdom is depending on her.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-7) Twins Rowan and Rhydd were born in the wrong order. Rowan, the firstborn, is destined to be queen while Rhydd is being trained as the kingdom's monster hunter. Rowan yearns to hunt monsters and follows…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.6-9) After a strange and violent blizzard leaves young shaman-in-training Pitu stranded on the sea ice – without his dog team or any weapons to defend himself – he soon realizes that he is no longer in the world that he once knew. The storm has carried him into the world of the spirits, a world populated by terrifying creatures.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.6-9) After a strange and violent blizzard leaves young shaman-in-training Pitu stranded on the sea ice – without his dog team or any weapons to defend himself – he soon realizes that he is no longer in the…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-6) After an unfortunate incident with her death ray prototype, Nikki is sent to an elite boarding school that is actually a cover for a team of young, genius super spies. When her death ray goes missing, Nikki and her new classmates must uncover who took it before disaster strikes. First in a series.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-6) After an unfortunate incident with her death ray prototype, Nikki is sent to an elite boarding school that is actually a cover for a team of young, genius super spies. When her death ray goes missing,…
The Boy Who Swallows FliesThe Boy Who Swallows Flies, Book
by Stewart, Michael F.Book - 2018Book, 2018
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-7) Jarrod was resigned to mediocrity when he discovered an amazing ability: Whenever he eats a bug, he gains its memories! The memories can be difficult to decipher at times, seeing as they come from an insect, but they're enough for him to find out about a cruel puppy mill hidden somewhere in town. Will Jarrod be able to find the mill before more animals are hurt?PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-7) Jarrod was resigned to mediocrity when he discovered an amazing ability: Whenever he eats a bug, he gains its memories! The memories can be difficult to decipher at times, seeing as they come from an…
Mya's Strategy to Save the WorldMya's Strategy to Save the World, Book
by Kyi, Tanya LloydBook - 2019Book, 2019
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.3-7) 12-year-old Mya's dream is to eventually join the United Nations and help bring about world peace. But that doesn't mean she can't have some short-term goals like, say, getting a cell phone. Determined to prove that she is responsible and deserving of a cell phone, Mya embarks on a series of misadventures while her mother is out of the country.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.3-7) 12-year-old Mya's dream is to eventually join the United Nations and help bring about world peace. But that doesn't mean she can't have some short-term goals like, say, getting a cell phone. Determined…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-6) Sargent is visiting his father, who owns an art gallery, in Fredericton for the summer. and he is less than happy to be spending time with a parent who abandoned him. Meanwhile, Mona lives inside one of the paintings in the gallery. The denizens of the gallery have strict rules about humans seeing them move, so Mona is in big trouble when Sargent sees her stick out her tongue. As their friendship grows, so does evidence of an upcoming theft from the museum.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.4-6) Sargent is visiting his father, who owns an art gallery, in Fredericton for the summer. and he is less than happy to be spending time with a parent who abandoned him. Meanwhile, Mona lives inside one…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.2-4) Badir and his family are new to Canada, so when Badir sees a beaver for the first time it is understandable that he believes it to be a giant rat! As Badir learns about beavers and their role in the ecosystem, he becomes distressed by some community members' disgust towards these amazing animals. A warm, readable book that is both educational and inclusive.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.2-4) Badir and his family are new to Canada, so when Badir sees a beaver for the first time it is understandable that he believes it to be a giant rat! As Badir learns about beavers and their role in the…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.1-4) A spider and two indeterminate creatures find themselves at the beginning of a story. Initially they are excited, but soon they realise that the author isn't very good at writing stories. As the story (such as it is) progresses, the observers make constructive suggestions and find ways to pass the time. A silly comic full of fun.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.1-4) A spider and two indeterminate creatures find themselves at the beginning of a story. Initially they are excited, but soon they realise that the author isn't very good at writing stories. As the story…
Lark and the Dessert DisasterLark and the Dessert Disaster, Book
by Deen, NatashaBook - 2019Book, 2019
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.2-4) Lark Ba and her twin brother Connor are talented sleuths who have been given one of their most difficult cases to date: They have exactly one hour to figure out who sabotaged a kutia pudding or their local baking contest will be ruined! A fun, fast-paced adventure.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: gr.2-4) Lark Ba and her twin brother Connor are talented sleuths who have been given one of their most difficult cases to date: They have exactly one hour to figure out who sabotaged a kutia pudding or their…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: preschool to gr.2) An original story anchored in tradition. When a little girl gets lost in the woods after wandering away from her mother, she is aided by a "tall grey wolf with big white teeth". What will the wolf do and will the girl ever find her way back to camp?PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: preschool to gr.2) An original story anchored in tradition. When a little girl gets lost in the woods after wandering away from her mother, she is aided by a "tall grey wolf with big white teeth". What will…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 4 years to gr.4) Annie is a ranger and travels through the woods regularly. One day, she finds a fox stuck in a trap. After freeing the creature, she remains for two days in order to help it recover. As she continues on her way, she is surprised to find that the fox has become her steadfast companion. When Annie runs into trouble, her new friend comes to the rescue.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 4 years to gr.4) Annie is a ranger and travels through the woods regularly. One day, she finds a fox stuck in a trap. After freeing the creature, she remains for two days in order to help it recover. As she…
Owls Are Good at Keeping SecretsOwls Are Good at Keeping Secrets, BookAn Unusual Alphabet
by O'Leary, SaraBook - 2018Book, 2018
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.2) Did you know that meerkats love parades? We didn't either! In this book, every letter of the alphabet features an animal and a little known (fictional) fact about them. What does your letter stand for?PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.2) Did you know that meerkats love parades? We didn't either! In this book, every letter of the alphabet features an animal and a little known (fictional) fact about them. What does your letter…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.2) Sterling has been rejected before, but this time he promises himself that it will be different. Hiding in a box of cutlery that is about to be shipped, he is delivered to a surprised, but not displeased, family. Sterling immediately puts his plan in motion: In order to avoid rejection, he is going to be the best FORK that he can be. A funny and touching story.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.2) Sterling has been rejected before, but this time he promises himself that it will be different. Hiding in a box of cutlery that is about to be shipped, he is delivered to a surprised, but not…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.1) In this attractive and inventive book, the narrator describes the ways in which their cat is similar to their dad. From what they look like to how they pass their time, the two do indeed have a lot in common! Retro-coloured collage illustrations beautifully accompany the text and the twist at the end embraces the ideal that families come in all sorts of shapes and sizes.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.1) In this attractive and inventive book, the narrator describes the ways in which their cat is similar to their dad. From what they look like to how they pass their time, the two do indeed have…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.1) Princess Puffybottom has a good life which is unceremoniously upturned when her humans add a dog to the family. Darryl the dog is totally uncouth, will Princess Puffybottom ever adjust to her new roommate?PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 3 years to gr.1) Princess Puffybottom has a good life which is unceremoniously upturned when her humans add a dog to the family. Darryl the dog is totally uncouth, will Princess Puffybottom ever adjust to her…
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 2-4 years) Ladybug loves hugs and wants to hug everyone before she leaves on her trip, but will her friends allow her to hug them? It turns out that most of them will and they end up modelling a variety of hug styles. The only exception is Sheep who does not like hugs, "and that's okay". A sweet book about displaying affection.PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 2-4 years) Ladybug loves hugs and wants to hug everyone before she leaves on her trip, but will her friends allow her to hug them? It turns out that most of them will and they end up modelling a variety of hug…
Sockeye Silver, Saltchuck BlueSockeye Silver, Saltchuck Blue, Board Book
by Budd, RobertBoard Book - 2019Board Book, 2019
Added Nov 30, 2020
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PERFECT PRESENTS 2019: (Interest level: 0-2 years) A beautiful book that features the Pacific coast in all of its colourful glory.
What Happens When A Loved One Dies?What Happens When A Loved One Dies?, BookOur First Talk About Death
by Roberts, JillianBook - 2016Book, 2016
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Added May 23, 2019
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This board book has gentle, poetic text and enchanting illustrations that celebrate the joy a baby brings to the world.
Added May 23, 2019
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Little Owl is looking for his mommy. He listens to every sound he hears—is that Mommy Owl? No, it’s a woodpecker, or a train, or clap of thunder… This brightly-coloured, simply illustrated story is a noisy guessing game for young readers.
Added May 23, 2019
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A beautiful concept book featuring a series of strikingly colourful cars and trucks.
Added May 23, 2019
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A baby can sleep through everything in the noisy city—except for one tiny, twittering bird.
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