Showing results for "The Unexpected" in Literature & Fiction

Cassie is on her own. There's no Jake to lead the mission. No Marco to tell stupid jokes. And no Rachel to say "Let's do it!" It's just Cassie. Alone. In Australia. It all began when the latest Animorphs' mission took a bad turn–and Cassie hid in the cargo hold of a jumbo jet. Unfortunately for her, that jet took off, bound for Australia. And what Cassie didn't realize was that the Yeerks were still on her trail–a lone "Andalite bandit" is a pretty hot target.

Shona and her dad are moving house, and at Shona's new school, the rules are pretty confusing – she keeps getting into trouble without realising! It's a lot like how it is for Oliver Twist, that boy she's reading about in English class. After Shona is unexpectedly given a mobile phone, she begins to suspect there's something fishy about the new boys she's met. Where did the phone come from? And some gifts, she soon learns, aren't exactly free.

The only ones who understand Daisy’s struggles at school are her horses and Kajri, the unicorn that appeared out of nowhere. Kajri wants to go home, but Daisy doesn’t know how to help. Ana wants to help Daisy, but her parents are sick. The unicorn horn could be the key to saving them. Yet her actions could be the death of both the unicorn and her friendship with Daisy.

Harley will do anything to keep his new pal safe. But a hungry dragon needs to eat. And the government is hot on their trail. Harley Maegher’s seen E.T. and knows what the government will do to mythical creatures. There’s no way he’s about to let his newfound friend fall into the hands of an NSA agent. When the dragon starts setting fires and eating livestock, the choice may be taken from him.

Dorothy is swallowed by an earthquake! And that is just the start of Dorothy's adventures in this exciting and fun book, also known as Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz. She and her kitten, Eureka are on their way home and stop to visit a relative in California. But the earthquake opens the ground under their feet and everyone, including the horse and buggy and her cousin Zeb fall deep, deep into the earth. Down there they find they can walk on air, but are attacked by the strange and dangerous vegetable creatures.

High adventure from a master storyteller about one boy's attempt to fend for himself among cruel orphan masters, corrupt magistrates, and conniving thieves. In the seaside town of Melcombe Regis, England, 1724, Oliver Cromwell Pitts wakes to find his father missing and his house flooded by a recent storm. He's alone in his ruined home, with no money and no food. Oliver's father has left behind a barely legible waterlogged note: he's gone to London, where Oliver's sister, Charity, is in trouble.

Welcome to the valley of the ferns! Here, dinosaurs live in peace, in the shade of the tall trees, on the grassy plain or by the river.Paula is a pterodactyl mother. She is impatiently waiting for her three eggs to hatch. But...

"An Unexpected Friendship" is a heartwarming collection of tales that transports listeners to the charming town of Willow Grove, where ordinary moments transform into extraordinary adventures through the power of friendship. In this book, listeners will follow the journey of three unlikely companions—Lily, Oliver, and Ethan—as they navigate the ups and downs of childhood, facing challenges, overcoming obstacles, and forging bonds that withstand the test of time.

Bobby had a great imagination. He built a tree house he stuffed with imaginary friends, a rocket ship he launched to the moon and a go-cart he raced at the Daytona 500. But he was a lonely nine year old who needed a friend. He was the short kid in the neighborhood and everyone picked on him. He loved to play sandlot baseball but was seldom invited. Today, however, a surprise awaited him. Not only did he get to play ball but he also discovered a best friend in the most unlikeliest place.

“Haven’t you heard about the virus?” When her BFF asks this question at the bus stop, there was no way 10-year-old Emilia could know that the global pandemic of COVID-19 was about to turn her life upside down. Based on true events, this story follows the journey of Emilia, who lives in South Korea with her teacher mother, where they both enjoy their international school community. Life is wonderful until the rapidly spreading global pandemic of COVID-19 prompts her mother to take Emilia from her home in Korea to her home in New Zealand.

This is the third and final book in the Knuffle Bunny trilogy. Trixie and her family set off on a fantastic trip to visit her grandparents - in Holland! But it seems Knuffle Bunny has different plans. Join Trixie on this international adventure as she makes a very surprising and moving decision.

SilverEars only has bossy twin sisters, so he's thrilled that the new neighbors are coming to dinner and bringing their boy! But the house is a mess and everyone else is busy. He's supposed to clean. Mama tells him not to procrastinate, but when he takes out the compost bin and meets the new boy, Bounder, cleaning takes a backseat to baseball, snacks, and pirate ships. Then Granny Fluff reminds him there are only 15 minutes until everyone is to arrive! Hilarity ensues as SilverEars and Bounder rush around trying to get the house clean—with disastrous results.

What will it take for a cynical older sister to realize she’s a born accordion player — with music in her heart? Eugenia Lincoln is a practical person with no time for gee-gaws, whoop-de-whoops, or frivolity. When an unexpected package containing an accordion arrives at her house, she is...

Deka lives in a small shack with his family, where toys are scarce, but his imagination knows no bounds. With only a few colored pencils and scraps of paper, he brings his dreams to life through art. One day, a traveling teacher discovers Deka’s drawings and recognizes his extraordinary talent. With encouragement and guidance, Deka’s artwork reaches beyond his small home, unlocking new opportunities he never thought possible. The Boy with the Painted Dreams is a touching children’s story about creativity, perseverance, and the power of believing in one’s dreams.

Meet Veronica, a poor girl. She and her sister April are together in everything. When plans go horribly wrong and bad goes to worse, the adventures of these teens get weird. Listen as they suffer through society's worst situations and overcome their greatest fears. This lineup of characters and the unexpected plot twists will hold your attention the entire time. Follow the adventure of this miserable family.

Meet Stevie, an adventurous girl ready for summer excitement! In The Perfect Cookout, Stevie's world turns into a whirlwind of fun when her cousin Jax comes to visit for the family cookout. Together, the cousin friends embark on an unexpected journey filled with surprises, laughter, and the magic of togetherness.

Léon est un garçon vif et plein de joie qui vit mille et une aventures avec son jouet préféré, un petit camion en plastique rouge. Un jour, ce précieux jouet disparaît, et Léon se trouve confronté à une épreuve difficile. Toutefois, à travers ses aventures, il apprend à accepter cette perte et découvre de nouvelles amitiés et de nouvelles expériences qui le font grandir.

Turkey from Cranberry Farm hears that he will be eaten for Thanksgiving dinner. Fearing for his life, he comes up with some escape plans and turns to his friends for help. However, on Thanksgiving evening, Turkey is safe and sound. Curious to know why? Find out the answers in Turkey’s Escape Plan.

Walter is excited—and a little nervous—about starting his new school. Everything feels new and overwhelming… until he meets Lily. At first, Walter struggles to understand her differences. Lily doesn’t talk much, she doesn’t play like the other kids, and making friends isn’t easy for her. But when Walter realizes Lily isn’t having fun like everyone else, he decides to do something about it. He makes it his mission to help her feel included, understood, and valued.