September-December Bloomsbury Fall 2015 • September through December

PICTURE AND BOARD BOOKS MIDDLE GRADE BOOKS SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER Penguin’s Big Adventure Princess Ponies: A Special Surprise Snow Bear Princess Ponies: A Singing Star Zombelina Dances the Nutcracker A Curious Tale of the In-Between My Jolly Red Santa Activity and Sticker Book Little Shaq Draw It! Christmas The Quirks and the Freaky Field Trip The Awesome Book of Awesomeness ...... OCTOBER OCTOBER The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday Draw It! Animals The Golden Match The Silly Book of Sidesplitting Stuff The Fairy-Tale Matchmaker The Day the Mustache Took Over NOVEMBER Magic in the Mix Specs for Rex Zoo Zoom! NOVEMBER Apocalypse Meow Meow DECEMBER Monkey Business Groundhog’s Day Off Chick ‘n’ Pug: The Love Pug DECEMBER Carry and Play I Love You Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King The Shape of My Heart Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln

TEEN BOOKS DISTRIBUTION TITLES SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER Queen of Shadows Archie Loves Skipping Heir of Fire Dino-Daddy The Cloudspotter OCTOBER Yikes, Stinkysaurus! Red Girl, Blue Bloy The Wombles: Great Uncle Bulgaria Takes Charge The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp The Wombles: Orinoco Follows His Nose Alfred Kropp and the Seal of Solomon The Royal Wedding Crashers Alfred Kropp and the Thirteenth Skull OCTOBER NOVEMBER Yikes, Santa-CLAWS! Undeniable First Animal Encyclopedia Polar Animals Everything But the Truth ...... Curse of the Evil Custard ...... Mutant Rising Cover image from A Curious Tale of the In-Between by Lauren DeStefano NOVEMBER For the most update-to-date Edelweiss catalog information, Yikes, Ticklysaurus! visit www.edelweiss.abovethetreeline.com Fearless DECEMBER Sir Scaly Pants the Dragon Knight BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / SOCIAL ISSUES / FRIENDSHIP

SALINA YOON Penguin's Big Adventure

Salina Yoon's beloved character Penguin returns in a story about taking chances and trying new things.

Penguin embarks on his next journey—becoming the first penguin to explore the North Pole! Along the way, he says hello to all of his old friends. But when he finally reaches his destination, he realizes he's all alone in a strange, foreign place . . . How will Penguin overcome his SEPTEMBER fears of the unknown and enjoy this new adventure? Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Social Issues / Friendship Countless readers and reviewers have already come to On Sale 9/1/2015 love the adorable Penguin, and Salina Yoon continues to Ages 3 to 6 Hardcover 40 pages expand this still­growing series with a timeless story of 9.3 in W | 9.3 in H firsts and friendship. And Penguin is sure to find even Carton Quantity: 0 more fans in board—the format is the perfect fit for ISBN: 9780802738288 Salina's sweet art and simple text. $14.99 / $17.99 Can.

SALINA YOON is an award­winning author/illustrator of Also available nearly 200 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Penguin on Vacation, Penguin in Love, Penguin and Pumpkin, Found, and Stormy Night. She studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and now lives in San Diego with her family. Visit her online at www.salinayoon.com and Penguin's Big Adventure www.facebook.com/PenguinandPinecone. 9781619637306 $7.99/$19.99 Can. Penguin on Vacation Praise For... 9780802738370 $7.99/$8.99 Can. A 2014 SCIBA Award Finalist (Found) Found "Crisp illustrations that capture a genuinely loving 9780802737793 heart."—Kirkus Reviews on Penguin and Pinecone $7.99/$8.99 Can. "This picture book, like many before it, proves that love comes in many forms." —Booklist on Penguin and Pinecone "Readers will respond to this warm tale of finding love." — Kirkus Reviews on Penguin in Love "A thoughtful, flawlessly executed exploration of theory of mind and emotional intelligence." —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Found

3 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / SOCIAL ISSUES / FRIENDSHIP

SALINA YOON Penguin's Big Adventure

Salina Yoon's beloved and popular character Penguin returns to board book format in a story about taking chances and trying new things!

Penguin embarks on his next journey—becoming the first penguin to explore the North Pole! Along the way, he says hello to all of his old friends. But when he finally reaches his destination, he realizes he's all alone in a strange, foreign place . . . How will Penguin overcome his SEPTEMBER fears of the unknown and enjoy this new adventure? Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Social Issues / Friendship Countless readers and reviewers have already come to On Sale 9/1/2015 love the adorable Penguin, and Salina Yoon continues to Ages 3 to 6 Board Book 32 pages expand this still­growing series with a timeless story of 6.6 in W | 6.6 in H firsts and friendship. And Penguin is sure to find even Carton Quantity: 0 more fans in board—the format is the perfect fit for ISBN: 9781619637306 Salina's sweet art and simple text. $7.99 / $19.99 Can.

SALINA YOON is an award­winning author/illustrator of Also available nearly 200 books for children, including Penguin and Pinecone, Penguin on Vacation, Penguin in Love, Penguin and Pumpkin, Found, and Stormy Night. She studied art and design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and now lives in San Diego with her family. Visit her online at www.salinayoon.com and Penguin's Big Adventure www.facebook.com/PenguinandPinecone. 9780802738288 $14.99/$17.99 Can. Penguin on Vacation Praise For... 9780802738370 $7.99/$8.99 Can. A 2014 SCIBA Award Finalist (Found) Found "Crisp illustrations that capture a genuinely loving heart." 9780802737793 —Kirkus Reviews on Penguin and Pinecone $7.99/$8.99 Can. "This picture book, like many before it, proves that love comes in many forms." —Booklist on Penguin and Pinecone "Readers will respond to this warm tale of finding love." — Kirkus Reviews on Penguin in Love "A thoughtful, flawlessly executed exploration of theory of mind and emotional intelligence." —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Found

4 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / BEARS

TONY MITTON, ILLUSTRATED BY ALISON BROWN Snowy Bear

This friendship story from award­ winning author Tony Mitton and breakout illustrator Alison Brown will melt any heart.

In the icy­cold heart of winter, a little bear wanders through the snow, searching for a place to call home. But where can he go? Each woodland nook and cranny has been claimed by other animals. There is no room for a bear.

SEPTEMBER Suddenly, Snowy Bear sees a warm flickering of light, Bloomsbury USA Childrens orange and bright in the distance. It's a house with a Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Bears lonely little girl inside! Could this be Snowy Bear's new On Sale 9/1/2015 home? Ages 3 to 6 Hardcover 32 pages 9.6 in W | 10.8 in H This comforting and homey story, featuring I Love You Carton Quantity: 0 Night and Day illustrator Alison Brown's tremendously ISBN: 9781619639058 appealing art paired with a gorgeous text by seasoned $16.99 / $19.99 Can. wordsmith Tony Mitton, tells a timeless tale of love, home, and finding one's place in the world. With a wintry Also available backdrop and a core message of love, this is the perfect read for Christmas or Valentine's Day.

Tony Mitton was born in North Africa and has also lived in Germany and Hong Kong. Now settled in Cambridge, England, Tony has written a number of picture books, I Love You Night and Day including the Amazing Machines series. Visit him online at 9781619634077 www.tonymitton.co.uk. $7.99/$8.99 Can.

I Love You Night and Day 9781619632226 Alison Brown studied fine art in Liverpool and then became $16.99/$18.99 Can. a graphic designer. She is also the illustrator of I Love You I Love You Night and Day 9781619632233 Night and Day. Alison lives in the United Kingdom. $17.89/$19.95 Can. Praise For...

I Love You Night and Day

"Brown's soft, full­spread artwork nicely matches Prasadam­Halls's brief rhyming verse… This gentle, reassuring story is a calming tale just right for family or group sharing." —School Library Journal

5 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / PERFORMING ARTS / DANCE

KRISTYN CROW Zombelina Dances The Nutcracker

The dancing zombie brought to life by Caldecott­Honor winning illustrator, Molly Idle, is back in a Christmas­themed friendship story.

In another rhyming read­aloud tale full of delightful macabre humor Zombelina once again steals the show! This time Zombelina and her friend Lizzie are dancing in The Nutcracker. On the night of the big show, Zombelina is ready, but Grandpa Phantom has other plans for the opera house. Zombelina will need to think fast to save the SEPTEMBER show, and she'll need Lizzie's help. When best friends Bloomsbury USA Childrens work together, the show will go on! Juvenile Fiction / Performing Arts / Dance On Sale 9/8/2015 Young dancers and readers will love this family­filled, Ages 4 to 8 friendship­inspired picture book that brings Zombelina Hardcover 40 pages 8.5 in W | 11 in H home for the holidays in another scary­good story! Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619636408 KRISTYN CROW is the author of Cool Daddy Rat and The $16.99 / $19.99 Can. Middle­Child Blues. She enjoys demonstrating rhythm and rhyme with percussion instruments at school visits and lives Also available in Layton, Utah, with her seven creative children and policeman husband who doubles as a mad scientist/inventor. Visit her online at www.kristyncrow.com or follow her on Twitter @kristyncrow.

MOLLY IDLE is the Caldecott­Honor winning creator of Flora and the Flamingo as well as Tea Rex and Camp Rex. She Zombelina 9780802728036 worked at DreamWorks Feature Animation Studios before $16.99/$18.00 Can. turning to book illustration. Molly lives in Phoenix, Arizona Zombelina with her husband and two mischievous sons. Visit her online 9780802728043 $15.89/$0.00 Can. at www.idleillustration.com or follow her on Twitter @MollyIdle.

Praise For...

Zombelina "If Dr. Frankenstein, Tim Burton, or Charles Addams had tried to create a picture­book protagonist, it might have been Zombelina . . . An especially funny horror story with a warm message in its unbeating heart." —Booklist "An unusually well­done mix of Halloween, dance, and family that's sure to please many youngsters." —SLJ

6 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / SCHOOL & EDUCATION

YASMEEN ISMAIL Specs for Rex

From the acclaimed creator of Time For Bed, Fred! comes a funny and reassuring story about learning to love what makes you unique.

Rex has new glasses and he does not like them one bit! He definitely does not want to wear them to school. He tries his best to hide them—under his hair, in his sandwich, anywhere he can—but it's tricky when they're so big and round and red. With help from his friends and family, can NOVEMBER Rex learn to love his specs after all? Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / School & Education Yasmeen Ismail's debut picture book Time For Bed, Fred! On Sale 11/3/2015 was hailed by Kirkus Reviews as "a sheer delight" and Ages 4 to 8 Hardcover 32 pages named a New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice. 10 in W | 10 in H Now this breakout author/illustrator brings her Carton Quantity: 0 distinctive and delightful sensibility to a sweet story that ISBN: 9781619637108 touches on universal themes of feeling different and $16.99 / $19.99 Can. celebrating what makes you special.

Also available YASMEEN ISMAIL is the acclaimed author / illustrator of Time for Bed, Fred!, which received a star from Kirkus Reviews and was chosen as a New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice. She attended art school in Dublin, Ireland and now lives in London, England. Visit her online at www.yasmeenismail.co.uk. Time for Bed, Fred! 9780802735973 Praise For... $14.99/$16.00 Can. Time for Bed, Fred! A New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice "Ismail . . . uses bright, beautiful brush strokes of watercolor to convey the manic, tail­wagging, mud­ spattering energy that Fred, a furry black mop of a dog, brings to bedtime." —New York Times Book Review "A perfectly designed read­aloud for the bedtime staller. A sheer delight!" —Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Fred's eager­to­please look and the constant trouble he gets into give this the makings of a bedtime favorite." — Publishers Weekly

7 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

CANDACE RYAN Zoo Zoom!

Zoo animals take a wild ride to the moon and back in this fun story full of word­play and humor.

3... 2... 1... blast­off in this kid­friendly journey from the zoo to the moon. With spare text that highlights animal names and action words, Candace Ryan treats readers to a flight of fancy featuring animals of all shapes and sizes who take a rocket ship into space.

Flamingo calls, "Go!" NOVEMBER Kiwi cries, "Whee!" Bloomsbury USA Childrens Which seat can't be beat? Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General Zoo vroom! On Sale 11/10/2015 Zoo vroom! Ages 3 to 6 Hardcover 32 pages Clever word­play abounds in this vibrantly illustrated 10.8 in W | 9.6 in H intergalactic adventure that is sure to fire the Carton Quantity: 0 imagination and delight readers. ISBN: 9781619633575 $16.99 / $19.99 Can. CANDACE RYAN is the author of Moo Hoo, Ribbit Rabbit and Animal House. She spent nine years as a special education teacher and now lives in Southern California with her husband and young son. Visit her online at www.bookbookerbookest.blogspot.com

MACKY PAMINTUAN's illustrations have been featured on the cover of the new Flat Stanley series by Jeff Brown, the new Nancy Drew series, and the Alien in My Pocket series by Nate Ball. He is also the illustrator of several picture books. He lives in Davo, Phillipines.

Praise For...

"The rhythmic, onomatopoeic text is a pretty music, the kind of song you'd sing in the dark to lift your spirits. Equally joyful and engaging—and that's a tall order—is Lowery's artwork." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Ribbit Rabbit "It comes as a delight how much fun can be wrung from the words ‘moo' and ‘hoo.' . . . A winning display of finding the high ground and paved with particularly sweet verbal compression." —Kirkus Reviews on Moo Hoo

8 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / HOLIDAYS & CELEBRATIONS / OTHER, NON­RELIGIOUS

ROBB PEARLMAN, ILLUSTRATED BY BRETT HELQUIST Groundhog's Day Off

In this hilarious Groundhog's Day picture book illustrated by Brett Helquist, it's the day before the big event and Groundhog quits!

Every year, people ask Groundhog the same, boring old question. Is spring around the corner, or are we doomed to more winter? They only care about his shadow, and he's had enough! Groundhog packs his bags and sets out for a much­needed vacation. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Now the town is holding auditions to find someone to fill Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Celebrations / Other, Non­Religious his spot. None of the animals seem right for the job, On Sale 12/8/2015 though. Not Elephant, not Ostrich, and most certainly not Ages 3 to 6 Puppy. Is it too late to woo Groundhog back? Hardcover 40 pages 10.8 in W | 9.6 in H Carton Quantity: 0 With a fresh take on a familiar event and bold, lively ISBN: 9781619632899 illustrations from New York Times bestselling Brett $16.99 / $19.99 Can. Helquist, this delightful picture book will leave readers wishing it was Groundhog's Day year­round.

ROBB PEARLMAN is the author of two books for children, Leaf Dance and Passover is Here!, as well as many adult books including Fun with Kirk and Spock. He is currently an Associate Publisher at Rizzoli, where he edits pop culture and children's interest books. He lives in northern New Jersey. Visit him online at www.robbpearlman.com and on Twitter @msmazeppa.

BRETT HELQUIST is a New York Times bestselling illustrator whose art has graced books from the charming Roger, The Jolly Pirate, to the NYT bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events, to the E. B. White Read­Aloud Award finalist Bedtime for Bear. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit him online at www.bretthelquist.com and on Twitter @BHelquist.

9 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / HUMOROUS STORIES

JENNIFER SATTLER Chick 'n' Pug: The Love Pug

Love is in the air in this new adventure from the charming dynamic duo Chick and Pug!

Chick and Pug are back—this time in a more romantic backyard adventure perfect for Valentine's Day and all year round! When a new neighbor visits, Chick can hardly believe his eyes. Her name is Daisy, and she's BEAUTIFUL! She would be a perfect match for his best buddy, Pug. Daisy is instantly smitten, even if Pug doesn't DECEMBER seem to notice. She'll need to get creative to win his Bloomsbury USA Childrens affection, but when Pug finds himself in a pickle, Daisy's Juvenile Fiction / Humorous Stories quick thinking saves the day and proves that even the On Sale 12/1/2015 most stubborn pugs are capable of true love. Ages 3 to 6 Hardcover 32 pages 10 in W | 10 in H Brimming with the same humor and charm fans have Carton Quantity: 0 come to love from Chick and Pug, this adventure will ISBN: 9781619636729 delight readers. $16.99 / $19.99 Can. JENNIFER SATTLER is the creator of the picture books Also available Chick 'n' Pug, Chick 'n' Pug Meet the Dude, A Chick 'n' Pug Christmas, Pig Kahuna, Pig Kahuna Pirates!, Pig Kahuna: Who's That Pig, and Sylvie. She is married and has two children and two dogs, both of which are part basset hound and thus aspire to be much bigger dogs than they really are. She lives in Saratoga Springs, New York. Visit Jennifer online at www.jennifersattler.com. Pig Kahuna: Who's That Pig? 9781619636323 $16.99/$18.99 Can. Praise For... Pig Kahuna Pirates! 9781619636781 Chick ‘n' Pug $7.99/$8.99 Can. "Preschool fans of dogs, chickens, superheroes, and A Chick 'n' Pug Christmas humor will all find something to like here, as will 9781599906027 $16.99/$18.99 Can. librarians looking for something to freshen up storytimes. Delightful." —School Library Journal "This story about friendship will resonate with children who find their heroes in unlikely places." —Publishers Weekly

Chick ‘n' Pug Meet the Dude "As in this book's predecessor, Chick ‘n' Pug, the bulging­ eyed cuteness of the duo is paired with an endearing dopiness." —The Horn Book

10 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / CONCEPTS / SIZE & SHAPE

MARK SPERRING, ILLUSTRATED BY ALYS PATERSON The Shape of My Heart

This heartfelt story of love told through the vibrant shapes of a child's world is perfect for fans of Michael Hall.

Do you see what I see?

From sun up to sun down, from our hands to our feet, to the animals, cars, food, and teddy bears around us, the world is alive with endless shapes to identify. Once you DECEMBER start to look, you never know what shapes you'll discover Bloomsbury USA Childrens next! Juvenile Fiction / Concepts / Size & Shape On Sale 12/1/2015 With its gently reassuring text and vivid, vibrant Ages 3 to 1 Board Book 32 pages illustrations, The Shape of My Heart is perfect for 5.8 in W | 7.4 in H younger children. Parents and children will delight in Carton Quantity: 0 reading along and exploring the world in a whole new ISBN: 9781681190174 way, in this valentine for all seasons. $7.99 / $8.99 Can.

Mark Sperring is the author of many books for children, Also available including Mermaid Dreams. He lives in the United Kingdom, where he is a bookseller.

Alys Paterson is a graphic designer and fine artist whose artwork has appeared on greeting cards, postcards, and more. She lives in the United Kingdom. Visit her online at Dino­Daddy www.alyspaterson.co.uk/. 9781408849699 $18.99 Snappy Birthday Praise For... 9781408852613 $18.99/$21.00 Can. The Shape of My Heart: Dino­Baby 9781619631519 "[E]ye­catching. . . [A] lovingly designed and visually $14.99/$16.00 Can. appealing portrait of the places, animals, and objects common to a child's world." —Publishers Weekly

"Paterson's charming, modern designs practically sing. . . . Satisfying rhymes and large, attractive art combine to make this a storytime or bedtime winner." —School Library Journal

"[A]n intriguing combination of poetic wondering and

11 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

BLOOMSBURY Carry and Play: I Love You

The perfect board book for little hands and big hearts to carry everywhere!

This adorable board book is filled with all of the different ways to say "I love you!" Its child­friendly size and handle make it easy for little ones to carry wherever they go, and kids will find its bright and colorful foil­stamped cover irresistible. While the book's message of love is perfect for Valentine's Day, the book's sweet illustrations and simple DECEMBER text will make kids want to read it—and share their love Bloomsbury USA Childrens with others—all year round! Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General On Sale 12/1/2015 Ages 2 to 5 Board Book 10 pages 6.3 in W | 6.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619638020 $6.99 / $7.99 Can.

12 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

BLOOMSBURY My Jolly Red Santa Activity and Sticker Book

The perfect gift for the holidays—a Santa activity and sticker book filled with holiday cheer and more than 200 reusable stickers.

Experience the magic of Christmas with this wonderful Christmas activity and sticker book. Packed with festive activities like decorating reindeer antlers, adding toys to Santa's sack, and designing a new hat for Santa, this book is filled with hours of holiday fun. With more than 200 SEPTEMBER reusable stickers and shaped with a curved top, this Bloomsbury USA Childrens delightful book is a lovely present to put under any tree. Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General On Sale 9/8/2015 Ages 4 to 8 Trade Paperback 32 pages 8.5 in W | 10.9 in H Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619637917 $4.99 / $5.99 Can.

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13 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

SALLY KINDBERG Draw It! Christmas 100 festive things to doodle and draw!

A festive and fun holiday doodle book with more than 1000 reusable stickers.

In this holiday­themed addition to the Draw It! activity book line, there are more things to draw than presents that can fit under your tree. Offering more than a hundred interesting drawing prompts, including "where does Santa go for his summer vacation?" and "how do pirates celebrate Christmas?", this doodle book will appeal to the whole family. With over one thousand reusable stickers included, you'll have to keep an eye on SEPTEMBER your relatives and friends—this is one potential gift that Bloomsbury USA Childrens might be stolen away! Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General On Sale 9/8/2015 Ages 7 to 10 SALLY KINDBERG is a prolific author and illustrator who Trade Paperback 112 pages enjoys running drawing workshops for children and adults. 8.5 in W | 10.9 in H She writes The Comic Strip Book series for Bloomsbury UK Carton Quantity: 0 and is currently working on more Draw It! titles. Find her ISBN: 9781619637924 online at www.sallykindberg.co.uk and on Twitter $12.99 / $15.99 Can. @SKindbergia.

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14 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

SALLY KINDBERG Draw It! Animals 100 wild things to doodle and draw!

An animal­themed, two­color doodle book with more than 1000 reusable stickers and over a hundred amazing creatures to draw!

Animal lovers will love the number of fun, familiar, and exotic animals to draw in this new addition to the Draw It! activity book line. Offering more than a hundred interesting drawing prompts, including "how do OCTOBER mischievous monkeys cause trouble?" and "draw how you Bloomsbury USA Childrens would talk to a fish", this doodle book with more than Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General On Sale 10/27/2015 1000 reusable stickers will appeal to the whole family. Ages 7 to 10 Trade Paperback 112 pages SALLY KINDBERG is a prolific author and illustrator who 8.5 in W | 10.9 in H enjoys running drawing workshops for children and adults. Carton Quantity: 0 She writes The Comic Strip Book series for Bloomsbury UK ISBN: 9781619637955 and is currently working on more Draw It! titles. Find her $12.99 / $15.99 Can. online at www.sallykindberg.co.uk and on Twitter @SKindbergia. Also available

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15 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

ADAM FROST The Awesome Book of Awesomeness

A hilarious and information­packed book bursting with mind­boggling facts and dazzling full­color illustrations!

This awesome book of awesome questions and facts will provide hours of awesome fun! Bursting with engaging infographics, illustrations, and intriguing facts like how far Earth flies through space every three seconds, the largest and smallest known animals on the planet, and SEPTEMBER how much pressure deep sea diving exerts on your body, Bloomsbury USA Childrens this book has interesting information for everyone. Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General Packed with quirky full­color illustrations, this book will On Sale 9/22/2015 fill your mind with funny, weird, and awesome facts. Ages 7 to 10 Trade Paperback 112 pages 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H ADAM FROST is a Data Visualization Manager for the Carton Quantity: 0 Guardian, a major UK newspaper. His stories can be found in ISBN: 9781619637931 print, online and in exhibitions and installations. He has $12.99 / $15.99 Can. been nominated for the Ottakar's (now Waterstone's) Children's Book Prize. Find him online at www.adam­ frost.com and on Twitter @adamfrostuk.

DAN BRAMALL is an illustrator and graphic designer. He lives in the UK. Find him online at www.thescribbler.co.uk and on Twitter @DanBramall.

16 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ACTIVITY BOOKS / GENERAL

ANDY SEED The Silly Book of Sidesplitting Stuff

A side­splittingly funny book, filled with hilarious facts, jokes, biographies, and things to do, illustrated in black and white.

This laugh­out­loud book is bursting with famous pranks, crazy festivals, gross foods, epic sports fails, ludicrously silly words, and hilarious true stories about silly people. Filled with witty, ridiculous, and wacky facts that kids will love, including inventions like cat wigs and blue ketchup and comical internet crazes like Lion Kinging and Cat OCTOBER bearding, this black and white book is sure to tickle kids' Bloomsbury USA Childrens funny bones. Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books / General On Sale 10/27/2015 ANDY SEED is an author and poet, living in North Ages 7 to 10 Yorkshire. He writes memoirs, funny poems and humorous Trade Paperback 160 pages non­fiction books. Find him online at www.andyseed.com and 5.9 in W | 7.4 in H Carton Quantity: 0 on Twitter @andyseedauthor. ISBN: 9781619637948 $9.99 / $15.99 Can. SCOTT GARRETT is a freelance illustrator in the UK. He has created advertisements for Nestle and VW. His work has appeared in publications such as The Guardian, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, and Business Week. Find him online at www.garrettworld.co.uk and on Twitter @garrettworld.

17 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / HORSES

CHLOE RYDER Princess Ponies 7: A Special Surprise

Rainbow Magic meets My Little Pony in this standalone title in this magical series—where each book comes with a collectible charm

Chevalia is an enchanted island where ponies and horses rule, its magic powered by eight golden horseshoes hanging in the royal castle—thanks to Pippa and Princess Stardust's efforts to find them all. Her task complete, Pippa has returned to our world . . . but her friends in SEPTEMBER Chevalia are never far away. Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Horses In A Special Surprise, Princess Stardust has travelled On Sale 9/8/2015 from Chevalia to cheer for Pippa in her first big Ages 7 to 10 Trade Paperback 128 pages competition. But when Pippa arrives at the stables, her 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H riding school pony friends are nowhere to be found. Carton Quantity: 0 Stardust has an idea who took the horses . . . but to catch ISBN: 9781619635654 the culprit, Pippa and Stardust must return to Chevalia! $5.99 / $6.99 Can. Offering a brand new mystery and black and white illustrations throughout, this winning combination of Also available princesses, ponies and collectible jewelry is sure to enchant readers.

CHLOE RYDER is a pseudonym for Julie Sykes, award­ winning author of many books for children. She lives on a farm for thoroughbred and rescue horses. When she's not Princess Ponies 8: A Singing Star caring for the horses, she rides them across the hills 9781619635678 $5.99/$6.99 Can. surrounding her house. Chloe lives in England with her Princess Ponies 5: An Amazing Rescue family and their pet wolf. 9781619634039 $5.99/$6.99 Can. Princess Ponies 6: Best Friends Forever! 9781619634053 $5.99/$6.99 Can.

18 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / HORSES

CHLOE RYDER Princess Ponies 8: A Singing Star

Rainbow Magic meets My Little Pony in this standalone title in this magical series—where each book comes with a collectible charm

Chevalia is an enchanted island where ponies and horses rule, its magic powered by eight golden horseshoes hanging in the royal castle—thanks to Pippa and Princess Stardust finding them all. Her task complete, Pippa has returned to our world . . . but her friends in Chevalia are SEPTEMBER never far away. Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Horses In A Singing Star, Pippa is happy she's been given a part On Sale 9/8/2015 in the school play, but she's having trouble with her lines. Ages 7 to 10 Trade Paperback 128 pages She seeks help in Chevalia from superstar songstress 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Diva—but someone has stolen Diva's voice! Can Pippa and Carton Quantity: 0 Stardust help Diva realize before the upcoming Pony Gala ISBN: 9781619635678 that she's still a very special pony—with or without her $5.99 / $6.99 Can. talent? Containing a new mystery and black and white illustrations throughout, this winning combination of Also available princesses, ponies, and collectible jewelry is sure to enchant readers.

CHLOE RYDER is a pseudonym for Julie Sykes, award­ winning author of many books for children. She lives on a farm for thoroughbred and rescue horses. When she's not Princess Ponies 7: A Special Surprise caring for the horses, she rides them across the hills 9781619635654 $5.99/$6.99 Can. surrounding her house. Chloe lives in England with her Princess Ponies 5: An Amazing Rescue family and their pet wolf. 9781619634039 $5.99/$6.99 Can. Princess Ponies 6: Best Friends Forever! 9781619634053 $5.99/$6.99 Can.

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KATHLEEN KRULL, ILLUSTRATED BY LAURA FREEMAN Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King

"Well­behaved women seldom make history." —Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Many awe­inspiring women have changed the course of history. From fighting for social justice and women's rights to discovering and shaping our country, women have left a lasting mark on our past, present, and future. But it's not easy to affect change, and these women didn't always play by the rules to make a difference! Kathleen Krull blends history and humor in this delightful young biography series. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Coretta Scott King played a vital role in the Civil Rights Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Historical movement. She gave concerts to raise funds and On Sale 12/1/2015 awareness for her causes, winning people's hearts with Ages 6 to 9 music in addition to marches, politics, or Trade Paperback 48 pages demonstrations. After MLK Jr.'s assassination Coretta 7 in W | 8.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 kept on marching and stepped in to fill his shoes, at first ISBN: 9780802738271 using his words to carry on the work, and then finding her $6.99 / $7.99 Can. own.

Also available KATHLEEN KRULL is an acclaimed biographer for young readers. Her books have received rave reviews and won numerous awards, including the Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor Award. She is also the author of Louisa May's Battle, Pocahontas, and A Woman for President. Kathleen lives in San Diego, California, with her husband. Visit Kathleen online at www.kathleenkrull.com. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln LAURA FREEMAN is from New York City but now lives in 9780802738240 $16.99/$19.99 Can. Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and their two children. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln She received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts. Visit her 9780802738257 $6.99/$7.99 Can. online at www.freemanhines.wix.com/laura. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King 9780802738264 $16.99/$19.99 Can. Praise For... "A fascinating look at an important chapter in the author's life." —New York Times on Louisa May's Battle "Undeniably gorgeous." —Kirkus Reviews on Pocahontas "Brings a fascinating character from history to schoolchildren . . . it's about time that this remarkable woman's life is made available to young readers." —New York Times Book Review on A Woman for President 20 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / HISTORICAL

KATHLEEN KRULL, ILLUSTRATED BY LAURA FREEMAN Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King

"Well­behaved women seldom make history." —Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Many awe­inspiring women have changed the course of history. From fighting for social justice and women's rights to discovering and shaping our country, women have left a lasting mark on our past, present, and future. But it's not easy to affect change, and these women didn't always play by the rules to make a difference! Kathleen Krull blends history and humor in this delightful young biography series. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Coretta Scott King played a vital role in the Civil Rights Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Historical movement. She gave concerts to raise funds and On Sale 12/1/2015 awareness for her causes, winning people's hearts with Ages 6 to 9 music in addition to marches, politics, or Hardcover 48 pages demonstrations. After MLK Jr.'s assassination Coretta 7 in W | 8.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 kept on marching and stepped in to fill his shoes, at first ISBN: 9780802738264 using his words to carry on the work, and then finding her $16.99 / $19.99 Can. own.

Also available KATHLEEN KRULL is an acclaimed biographer for young readers. Her books have received rave reviews and won numerous awards, including the Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor Award. She is also the author of Louisa May's Battle, Pocahontas, and A Woman for President. Kathleen lives in San Diego, California, with her husband. Visit Kathleen online at www.kathleenkrull.com. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln LAURA FREEMAN is from New York City but now lives in 9780802738240 $16.99/$19.99 Can. Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and their two children. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln She received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts. Visit her 9780802738257 $6.99/$7.99 Can. online at www.freemanhines.wix.com/laura. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King 9780802738271 $6.99/$7.99 Can. Praise For... "A fascinating look at an important chapter in the author's life." —New York Times on Louisa May's Battle "Undeniably gorgeous." —Kirkus Reviews on Pocahontas "Brings a fascinating character from history to schoolchildren . . . it's about time that this remarkable woman's life is made available to young readers." —New York Times Book Review on A Woman for President 21 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / HISTORICAL

KATHLEEN KRULL, ILLUSTRATED BY ELIZABETH BADDELEY Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln

"Well­behaved women seldom make history." —Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Many awe­inspiring women have changed the course of history. From fighting for social justice and women's rights to discovering and shaping our country, women have left a lasting mark on our past, present, and future. But it's not easy to affect change, and these women didn't always play by the rules to make a difference! Kathleen Krull blends history and humor in this delightful young biography series. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Mary Todd Lincoln's determined spirit made her one of Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Historical the most memorable First Ladies. She was witty and On Sale 12/1/2015 highly educated, although that wasn't popular for women Ages 6 to 9 of her time. Though born and raised in the South, she Trade Paperback 48 pages opposed slavery and supported her husband's quest to 7 in W | 8.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 save the Union. No matter what criticism or hardship she ISBN: 9780802738257 faced, including her husband's assassination, she $6.99 / $7.99 Can. remained loyal to her country.

Also available KATHLEEN KRULL is an acclaimed biographer for young readers. Her books have received rave reviews and won numerous awards, including the Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor Award. She is also the author of Louisa May's Battle, Pocahontas, and A Woman for President. Kathleen lives in San Diego, California, with her husband. Visit Kathleen online at www.kathleenkrull.com. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln LAURA FREEMAN is from New York City but now lives in 9780802738240 $16.99/$19.99 Can. Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and their two children. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King She received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts. Visit her 9780802738264 $16.99/$19.99 Can. online at www.freemanhines.wix.com/laura. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King 9780802738271 $6.99/$7.99 Can. Praise For... "A fascinating look at an important chapter in the author's life." —New York Times on Louisa May's Battle "Undeniably gorgeous." —Kirkus Reviews on Pocahontas "Brings a fascinating character from history to schoolchildren . . . it's about time that this remarkable woman's life is made available to young readers." —New York Times Book Review on A Woman for President 22 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / HISTORICAL

KATHLEEN KRULL, ILLUSTRATED BY ELIZABETH BADDELEY Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln

"Well­behaved women seldom make history." —Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Many awe­inspiring women have changed the course of history. From fighting for social justice and women's rights to discovering and shaping our country, women have left a lasting mark on our past, present, and future. But it's not easy to affect change, and these women didn't always play by the rules to make a difference! Kathleen Krull blends history and humor in this delightful young biography series. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Mary Todd Lincoln's determined spirit made her one of Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Historical the most memorable First Ladies. She was witty and On Sale 12/1/2015 highly educated, although that wasn't popular for women Ages 6 to 9 of her time. Though born and raised in the South, she Hardcover 48 pages opposed slavery and supported her husband's quest to 7 in W | 8.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 save the Union. No matter what criticism or hardship she ISBN: 9780802738240 faced, including her husband's assassination, she $16.99 / $19.99 Can. remained loyal to her country.

Also available KATHLEEN KRULL is an acclaimed biographer for young readers. Her books have received rave reviews and won numerous awards, including the Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor Award. She is also the author of Louisa May's Battle, Pocahontas, and A Woman for President. Kathleen lives in San Diego, California, with her husband. Visit Kathleen online at www.kathleenkrull.com. Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln LAURA FREEMAN is from New York City but now lives in 9780802738257 $6.99/$7.99 Can. Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and their two children. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King She received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts. Visit her 9780802738264 $16.99/$19.99 Can. online at www.freemanhines.wix.com/laura. Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King 9780802738271 $6.99/$7.99 Can. Praise For... "A fascinating look at an important chapter in the author's life." —New York Times on Louisa May's Battle "Undeniably gorgeous." —Kirkus Reviews on Pocahontas "Brings a fascinating character from history to schoolchildren . . . it's about time that this remarkable woman's life is made available to young readers." —New York Times Book Review on A Woman for President 23 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

LAUREN DESTEFANO A Curious Tale of the In­Between

An exquisite middle grade debut about a girl who befriends ghosts from acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Lauren DeStefano.

Pram Bellamy is special—she can talk to ghosts. She doesn't have too many friends amongst the living, but that's all right. She has her books, she has her aunts, and she has her best friend, the ghostly Felix. SEPTEMBER

Bloomsbury USA Childrens Then Pram meets Clarence, a boy from school who has Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic On Sale 9/1/2015 also lost a parent and is looking for answers. Together Ages 8 to 12 they arrive at the door of the mysterious Lady Savant, Hardcover 240 pages who promises to help. But this spiritualist knows the true 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H nature of Pram's power, and what she has planned is more Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619636002 terrifying than any ghost. $16.99 / $19.99 Can. Lauren DeStefano is that rare author beloved by critics and readers alike, and her middle grade debut promises to appeal in just the same way. Fans of Neil Gaiman and Sheila Turnage won't want to miss this haunting, gripping story of the search for friendship and family.

LAUREN DeSTEFANO is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Internment Chronicles and The Chemical Garden trilogy, which includes Wither, Fever, and Sever. She earned her BA in English with a concentration in creative writing from Albertus Magnus College in Connecticut. Visit her online at www.LaurenDeStefano.com, on Twitter @LaurenDeStefano, and on Tumblr at www.laurendestefano.tumblr.com.

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the Chemical Garden Trilogy A New York Times and USA Today Bestseller A "harrowing debut . . . DeStefano has an observant [eye]." —Publishers Weekly, starred review The Internment Chronicles Book 1: Perfect Ruin A "concoction of tension and love with a cliff­hanger

24 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / READERS / CHAPTER BOOKS

SHAQUILLE O'NEAL Little Shaq

Superstar Shaquille O'Neal launches a fun, family­friendly early chapter book series that will be a slam dunk for readers everywhere!

The start of a brand new series by Shaquille O'Neal and illustrated by 2014 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent award winner Theodore Taylor III, Little Shaq is sure to be a hit with young readers. OCTOBER

Bloomsbury USA Childrens When Little Shaq and his cousin Barry accidentally break Juvenile Fiction / Readers / Chapter Books On Sale 10/6/2015 their favorite video game, they need to earn enough Ages 5 to 7 money to replace it. That's when Little Shaq's science Hardcover 80 pages project inspires a solution: a gardening business. Little 5.9 in W | 8 in H Shaq and Barry make a great team, helping out many Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619637214 different neighbors in their gardens. After earning more $9.99 / $10.99 Can. than enough money to buy the game, they decide on a creative way to give back to their community.

Showing kids that anything is possible with the support of friends and family, Little Shaq will inspire them to love reading, play fair, and have fun!

SHAQUILLE O'NEAL is a retired basketball legend, businessman, and current analyst on the Emmy award winning show, Inside the NBA on TNT. During his 19­year NBA career, O'Neal was a four­time NBA champion, a three­ time Finals MVP, a 15­time All­Star and was named the 1993 Rookie of the Year. Since his rookie year, O'Neal has been an ambassador for the Boy's and Girl's Clubs of America, a group with whom his relationship goes back to his youth in New Jersey. Passionate about education, he has earned his Undergraduate degree from LSU, MBA from University of Phoenix, and his PHD from Barry University in 2012. Visit Shaq online at www.shaq.com or follow him on Twitter @Shaq.

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25 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FAMILY / SIBLINGS

JENNIFER ANN MANN Sunny Sweet Is So Not Scary

Fans of Beezus and Ramona & Judy Moody, look no further. The fourth volume in this illustrated sibling series delivers laughs and love.

Masha, Junchao, and Alice have planned the perfect slumber party . . . until Masha's younger sister Sunny insists their house is haunted. An unexplained howl. Flickering lights. And someone—or something—may be lurking in the hall closet. OCTOBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens As even more strange things happen, regular Sunny Juvenile Fiction / Family / Siblings becomes Sunny Sweet: Ghost Hunter! On Sale 10/13/2015

Ages 8 to 12 Hardcover 208 pages Masha, Junchao, and Alice reluctantly follow Sunny on 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H the trail of a real "live" ghost. Everyone is scared, but is Carton Quantity: 0 Sunny just up to her usual tricks? ISBN: 9781619635074

$15.99 / $18.99 Can. Full of heart and hilarity, this charming, sibling adventure is not to be missed!

JENNIFER MANN is the author of Sunny Sweet Is So Not Sorry, Sunny Sweet Is So Dead Meat, and Sunny Sweet Can So Get Lost. Her short stories have been published by Highlights for Children, where she won the 2007 Fiction Contest. She grew up in New Jersey, the second of four sisters, and now lives in Boston in a giant house filled with kids and cats. Visit her online at www.jenniferannmann.com and on Twitter at @JenAnnMann.

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the Sunny Sweet series "This book will find fans among younger readers. Black­ and­white illustrations contribute to the humor in this tale of sisterly adventures." —School Library Journal "Jennifer Ann Mann balances the characters' worries (being new at school, their parents' divorce) with humor." —Redbook "Fans of Junie B. Jones or Judy Moody will be drawn to this series." —Library Media Connection

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ERIN SODERBERG The Quirks and the Freaky Field Trip

The laughs continue in the fourth book of this charmingly illustrated series when Uncle Cork comes for a visit around Halloween.

In this fourth installment of The Quirks series, black­and­ white illustrations capture the surprises and nonstop laughs that prove every family is unique.

It's a big week for twins Molly and Pen as they prepare for SEPTEMBER an exciting field trip to their local museum. Whichever Bloomsbury USA Childrens fourth grade team creates the scariest monster wins an Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic unusually fun prize. Meanwhile at home, everyone is On Sale 9/29/2015 ready for a visit from Uncle Cork! He hasn't seen the twins Ages 8 to 12 Hardcover 208 pages since they were babies. At first, Uncle Cork seems totally 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H normal, and Molly wonders if maybe she's not the only Carton Quantity: 0 one in her family without a quirk. But then every time ISBN: 9781619636682 invisible Finn almost causes chaos, Uncle Cork is there to $13.99 / $16.99 Can. stop him. It's like he has special vision or something. . .

Also available With its quirky design and wide reader appeal, this is one special book not to be missed.

ERIN SODERBERG has written numerous books for children, including The Quirks series: Welcome to Normal, The Quirks in Circus Quirkus, and The Quirkalicious Birthday. The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday Before turning to writing full­time, Erin worked as a 9781619636880 $7.99/$8.99 Can. children's book editor and marketer, and brand manager for The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday Nickelodeon. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her 9781619633704 delightfully quirky family. Visit her online at $13.99/$15.95 Can. The Quirks in Circus Quirkus www.erinsoderberg.com and on Twitter @ErinDowning. 9781619636637 $7.99/$8.99 Can. Praise For...

The Quirks series "Like the characters in Ingrid Law's Savvy and Scrumble, [the Quirks] struggle to maintain and control the things that make them special while still leading meaningful lives in the wider world." —School Library Journal "A fun, inventive story that inspires laughter and reflection on one's definition of normal." —Library Media

27 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

ERIN SODERBERG The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday

A magical birthday awaits in the third book of this charmingly offbeat series, illustrated in black and white.

In the third book of The Quirks series, twins Molly and Penelope are preparing to celebrate their birthday. They're each hoping they'll get another family pet as a present.But Molly and Pen can't agree on what kind of animal, and soon they're fighting non­stop about OCTOBER everything birthday­related. It's always been The Quirks Bloomsbury USA Childrens vs. The World . . . but what happens when it's a Quirk vs. a Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic Quirk? Will the girls learn how to get along in time for a On Sale 10/20/2015 truly magical birthday? Ages 3 to 6 Trade Paperback 256 pages 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Young readers looking for a light, magical read about Carton Quantity: 0 what it means to be different don't need to look further ISBN: 9781619636880 than The Quirks! With black­and­white illustrations $7.99 / $8.99 Can. throughout, every page pops in this delightful series.

Also available ERIN SODERBERG has written numerous books for children, including The Quirks series: Welcome to Normal, The Quirks in Circus Quirkus, and The Quirkalicious Birthday. Before turning to writing full­time, Erin worked as a children's book editor and marketer, and brand manager for Nickelodeon. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her The Quirks and the Freaky Field Trip quirky family. Visit her online at www.erinsoderberg.com 9781619636682 and on Twitter @ErinDowning. $13.99/$16.99 Can. The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday 9781619633704 Praise For... $13.99/$15.95 Can. The Quirks in Circus Quirkus The Quirks series 9781619636637 "A fun, inventive story that inspires laughter and $7.99/$8.99 Can. reflection on one's definition of normal." —Library Media Connection "Like the characters in Ingrid Law's Savvy and Scrumble, [the Quirks] struggle to maintain and control the things that make them special while still leading meaningful lives in the wider world." —School Library Journal "Super­fun, super­cute and super­hilarious." —Sarah Mlynowski, bestselling author of the Whatever After series

28 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

E. D. BAKER The Perfect Match A Fairy­Tale Matchmaker Book

From acclaimed author E. D. Baker comes the second book in The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker series that casts beloved fairy tale characters in a whole new light.

Cory Feathering is coming into her skills as a matchmaker more and more. But as she hones her skills, she's still doing odd jobs around town in order to help people who need it. OCTOBER

Bloomsbury USA Childrens One day as she's house­sitting for the Three Bears, Cory Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic On Sale 10/6/2015 runs into the infamous Goldilocks. She wants Cory to help Ages 3 to 6 set her up on a date, but as is typical, no one is quite Hardcover 288 pages right. Then, Cory has a vision of Goldilocks with a prince 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H who lives in a far away castle. The only problem? He's Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619635883 betrothed to someone else. Will Cory be able to act fast $16.99 / $19.99 Can. and match everyone with their rightful love before it's too late?

Also available This delightful follow­up to The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker is perfect for fans of Gail Carson Levine and Diane Wynne Jones.

E. D. BAKER is the author of the Tales of the Frog Princess series, The Wide­Awake Princess series, and many other The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker 9781619638006 delightful books for young readers, including Fairy Wings, $7.99/$8.99 Can. Fairy Lies, and A Question of Magic. The Frog Princess was the A Question of Magic 9781619634374 inspiration for Disney's hit movie The Princess and the Frog. $7.99/$8.99 Can. She lives with her family and their many animals in rural Princess in Disguise Maryland. Visit her online at www.talesofedbaker.com and 9781619635739 $16.99/$18.99 Can. on Facebook at /ED­Baker.

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The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker "A delightful romp through a truly unique fairy tale world!" —New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George "Radiates humor and creativity . . . Thoroughly enjoyable in every way." —School Library Journal

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E. D. BAKER The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker

Readers will fall head over heels for beloved author E. D. Baker's newest series about a tooth­fairy­turned­ matchmaker.

Cory is a tooth fairy­in­training who wants to be anything other than a tooth fairy. After yet another bad night on the job, she finally quits to explore new options—like babysitting a sneaky Humpty Dumpty and helping an over­worked Suzy collect seashells—tasks she's not OCTOBER exactly great at. But when Marjorie Muffet asks Cory to Bloomsbury USA Childrens help set her up with a boy, Cory taps into a power she Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic never knew she had. As she tries to understand her On Sale 10/6/2015 newfound romantic visions, will Cory finally discover her Ages 8 to 12 Trade Paperback 368 pages own true path? 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Carton Quantity: 0 With a diverse cast of fairy tale characters like you've ISBN: 9781619638006 never seen them before and nonstop adventure, E. D. $7.99 / $8.99 Can. Baker delivers a series perfect for fans of her Wide­Awake Princess books as well as authors such as Gail Carson Also available Levine and Diana Wynne Jones.

E. D. BAKER is the author of the Tales of the Frog Princess series, The Wide­Awake Princess series, and many other delightful books for young readers, including Fairy Wings, Fairy Lies, and A Question of Magic. The Frog Princess was the The Perfect Match inspiration for Disney's hit movie The Princess and the Frog. 9781619635883 $16.99/$19.99 Can. She lives with her family and their many animals in rural A Question of Magic Maryland. Visit her online at www.talesofedbaker.com and 9781619634374 on Facebook at /ED­Baker. $7.99/$8.99 Can. Princess in Disguise 9781619635739 Praise For... $16.99/$18.99 Can. The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker "A delightful romp through a truly unique fairy tale world!" —New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George "Radiates humor and creativity . . . Thoroughly enjoyable in every way." —School Library Journal "Loyal fans of Baker's other books will appreciate this lighthearted search for one's true self." —Kirkus Reviews "Baker's fans will easily relate to Cory's struggle to define

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ALAN KATZ, ILLUSTRATED BY KRIS EASLER The Day the Mustache Took Over

A hilarious, illustrated middle grade novel about trouble­making twins and their newest nanny—and his very impressive mustache!

David and Nathan are twin brothers who just can't seem to keep a babysitter around for long—they've had 347, after all. Or is it 734? Either way, there's got to be someone who can handle these two. Enter: Martin Healy Discount, or "Murray Poopins" as the boys dub him. When SEPTEMBER they first meet, Martin is all business—well, business and Bloomsbury USA Childrens a very bushy mustache. The boys must brush their teeth Juvenile Fiction / Humorous Stories and clean their rooms and there is absolutely no On Sale 9/1/2015 television allowed. But is there more to Martin than Ages 7 to 10 Hardcover 208 pages meets the eye? When David and Nathan's parents leave, 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H the twins aren't the only ones acting like children . . . Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619635586 From the hilarious mind of Alan Katz comes the launch of $13.99 / $16.99 Can. a brand­new series with a cast of characters that will tickle more than your upper lip.

As a print and television writer, ALAN KATZ has majored in silliness for more than 30 years. He's written for a whole bunch of Emmy­nominated TV shows, animated series, award shows, and a slew of Nickelodeon projects. He is also the author of several illustrated books of poems for kids, such as Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other Silly Dilly Songs. He lives in Connecticut with his family, including his twin sons. Visit Alan online at www.alankatzbooks.com.

KRIS EASLER has a masters in Illustration from Savannah College of Art and Design and lives in Chicago, Illinois. Visit her online at www.kriseasler.wix.com.

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"There's a laugh on every page, no, every sentence. It makes your head spin. And we all know how painful that can be. I loved it." —Dan Gutman, bestselling author of the My Weird School series

31 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

ANNIE BARROWS Magic in the Mix

From best­selling Ivy and Bean author Annie Barrows comes the much­anticipated sequel to The Magic Half.

New twin sisters Miri and Molly are ready for a normal life. But just when they think there's smooth sailing ahead, a door opens, time folds, and magic is unleashed from their very special house.

OCTOBER The girls set off on a new adventure, playing a cat­and­ Bloomsbury USA Childrens mouse game with time—and trouble—as they discover Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General two soldiers in need of their help. With cunning, On Sale 10/13/2015 imagination, and the inadvertent assistance of their Ages 8 to 12 Trade Paperback 288 pages kitten, Molly and Miri must find a way to save themselves 4.8 in W | 7.3 in H and their wayward brothers from the past. Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619637986 Brimming with lovable characters and spine­tingling $7.99 / $8.99 Can. magic, this sequel will bring new readers to Annie Barrows' highly acclaimed, wonderfully popular world of Also available twin­inspired magic.

ANNIE BARROWS was an editor, a bookseller, a library assistant, and a pants retailer before becoming a writer. She is the author of the highly acclaimed children's series Ivy and Bean, as well as the coauthor, with her aunt Mary Ann Magic in the Mix Shaffer, of the New York Times bestseller The Guernsey 9781619634824 $16.99/$18.99 Can. Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. Annie lives in Northern The Magic Half California with her husband and two daughters. Visit her 9781619636255 online at www.anniebarrows.com. $7.99/$8.99 Can. The Magic Half 9781599903583 Praise For... $6.99/$7.50 Can. "Fast paced and thrilling." —SLJ "Barrows conjures up a delightful tale brimming with mystery, magic, and adventure that will surely enchant readers everywhere." —SLJ on The Magic Half "Pleasing fare that adds a bit of history and a tad of mystery into the mix." —Booklist on The Magic Half "The heroine's adaptability and independent thinking endow her with the appeal of a Ramona Quimby or a Clementine." —Publishers Weekly on The Magic Half

32 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS / GENERAL

JAMES PROIMOS Apocalypse Meow Meow

Fans of Big Nate will love this hilarious graphic novel sequel about the end of the world . . . and the dogs and cats left behind!

Brownie, Apollo, and their ragtag group of strays have raided the grocery store and defeated some very mean mutts—but now they've run out of food. So when the crew discovers a nearby Twonkies factory, and all the Twonkies they could ever eat, they think they've got it NOVEMBER made. Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / The only catch is the cat guarding the factory—and this General "cat" is MUCH bigger, and far more sophisticated, than On Sale 11/3/2015 Ages 8 to 12 any feline they've ever met. Can the dogs and their Hardcover 224 pages friends defeat their foe and claim the Twonkies for 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H themselves? Carton Quantity: 0

ISBN: 9781619634725 $13.99 / $16.99 Can. The Proimos father­son team returns with another irreverent, dog­filled take on the apocalypse, told in a graphic novel paper­over­board format. The instantly Also available accessible artwork and laughs on each page will charm everyone from the most reluctant reader to the coolest of cats (humans and animals alike)!

JAMES PROIMOS III is the author of Apocalypse Bow Wow

and attended St. Mary's College of Maryland where he Apocalypse Bow Wow obtained a BA in psychology. When not writing graphic 9781619634428 $13.99/$15.95 Can. novels, he takes on gigs as a quality control specialist in the video game industry. He currently lives in Maryland with his wife and goofy rescued mutt, as well as a housemate and that housemate's spunky Jack Russell mix.

JAMES PROIMOS JR. has written and illustrated over twenty children's books, including Apocalypse Bow Wow and the critically acclaimed picture book Year of the Jungle by Suzanne Collins. He's a former writer and creator for television, and a dad.

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33 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / SOCIAL ISSUES / FRIENDSHIP

LESLIE MARGOLIS Monkey Business

Annabelle Stevens is back in the fifth book of the popular Annabelle Unleashed series—and this time she means business.

A music festival is coming to town, and Annabelle and her friends can't wait to rock out—that is if they can earn enough cash to buy the expensive tickets. In this day and age, a regular old lemonade stand isn't going to cut it.

NOVEMBER They'll need to get creative, but agreeing on a strategy is Bloomsbury USA Childrens harder than Annabelle thought, especially when her best Juvenile Fiction / Social Issues / Friendship friend, Rachel, has strong opinions that threaten not just On Sale 11/10/2015 their business model, but their friendship as well. With Ages 8 to 12 Trade Paperback 224 pages big plans—and big changes—afoot, there's no time for 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Annabelle and crew to monkey around! Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619637993 Capturing the ups and downs of friendship, family, and $7.99 / $8.99 Can. middle school in her pitch perfect storytelling, Leslie Margolis keeps readers coming back for more of life Also available according to Annabelle Stevens.

LESLIE MARGOLIS is the author of numerous books for young readers, including the Annabelle Unleashed books Boys Are Dogs, Girls Acting Catty, Everybody Bugs Out, and One Tough Chick, as well as the Maggie Brooklyn mystery Monkey Business series. The Disney Channel movie Zapped, starring Zendaya, 9781619633933 $16.99/$18.99 Can. was inspired by the first book in the Annabelle Unleashed Secrets at the Chocolate Mansion series, Boys are Dogs. Visit her online at 9781619634930 www.lesliemargolis.com. $7.99/$8.99 Can. One Tough Chick 9781619631618 Praise For... $6.99/$7.99 Can. the Annabelle Unleashed series

"A fab and funny series. Every girl will find a new best friend in Annabelle Stevens." —Sarah Mlynowski, author of the Whatever After series "Fresh, fun, and full of heart." —Meg Cabot, bestselling author of the Princess Diaries series and Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls series "A humorous read of a new breed many girls will relate

34 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

SARAH J. MAAS Queen of Shadows

Sarah J. Maas's New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series reaches new heights in this sweeping fourth volume.

Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she's at last returned to the empire—for vengeance, to rescue her once­glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past . . .

SEPTEMBER She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die just Bloomsbury USA Childrens to see her again. She will fight for her friend, a young man Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for On Sale 9/1/2015 her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their Ages 14 And Up Hardcover 672 pages lost queen's triumphant return. 6.1 in W | 9.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 Celaena's epic journey has captured the hearts and ISBN: 9781619636040 imaginations of millions across the globe. This fourth $18.99 / $21.99 Can. volume will hold readers rapt as Celaena's story builds to a passionate, agonizing crescendo that might just shatter Also available her world.

SARAH J. MAAS is the author of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series: Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, and Heir of Fire, and the series' prequel, The Assassin's Blade; as well as A Court of Thorns and Roses. A Heir of Fire New York native, Sarah currently lives in Pennsylvania 9781619630673 $10.99/$12.99 Can. with her husband and dog. Visit Sarah online at A Court of Thorns and Roses www.sarahjmaas.com, www.facebook.com/throneofglass, 9781619634442 and on Twitter @SJMaas. $18.99/$21.00 Can. The Assassin's Blade 9781619635173 Praise For... $10.99/$11.99 Can. the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series: Heir of Fire: "[B]eautiful, heartbreaking, romantic . . . [E]pic fantasy gold." —USA Today Happy Ever After "I was afraid to put the book down!" —New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce Crown of Midnight: "An epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

35 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

SARAH J. MAAS Heir of Fire

Celaena Sardothien, heroine of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, rises from the ashes to burn brighter than ever.

Celaena has survived deadly contests and shattering heartbreak—but at an unspeakable cost. Now, she must travel to a new land to confront her darkest truth…a truth about her heritage that could change her life—and her future—forever. Meanwhile, brutal and monstrous forces SEPTEMBER are gathering on the horizon, intent on enslaving her Bloomsbury USA Childrens world. Will Celaena find the strength to not only fight her Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic inner demons, but to take on the evil that is about to be On Sale 9/1/2015 unleashed? Ages 14 And Up Trade Paperback 592 pages 6.1 in W | 9.3 in H | 1 lb Wt In this New York Times best­selling third book, Sarah J. Carton Quantity: 0 Maas again delivers the epic fantasy, heart­stopping ISBN: 9781619630673 pace, and heady romance that have won her readers the $10.99 / $12.99 Can. world over. Look for a teaser for the fourth book in the series, out in this same season! Also available SARAH J. MAAS is the author of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series: Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, and Heir of Fire, and the series' prequel, The Assassin's Blade; as well as A Court of Thorns and Roses. A New York native, Sarah currently lives in Pennsylvania Queen of Shadows with her husband and dog. Visit Sarah online at 9781619636040 www.sarahjmaas.com, www.facebook.com/throneofglass, $18.99/$21.99 Can. A Court of Thorns and Roses and on Twitter @SJMaas. 9781619634442 $18.99/$21.00 Can. The Assassin's Blade Praise For... 9781619635173 $10.99/$11.99 Can. the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series: Heir of Fire "[B]eautiful, heartbreaking, romantic… [E]pic fantasy gold." —USA Today Happy Ever After "I was afraid to put the book down!" —New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce

Crown of Midnight "An epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and

36 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

RICK YANCEY The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp

The first book in New York Times bestselling Rick Yancey's acclaimed series about the world's most unlikely hero—now with a fresh look!

Before The Fifth Wave, there was The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp. This first book in Rick Yancey's lauded series earned two starred reviews, and was called "unforgettable" by Ridley Pearson. Now all the DECEMBER books feature a bold and exciting new look to capture the Bloomsbury USA Childrens next generation of readers. Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General On Sale 12/1/2015 Ages 12 And Up Alfred Kropp is an ordinary kid with an ordinary life— Trade Paperback 368 pages until he steals the legendary sword of King Arthur and 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H mistakenly delivers it into the wrong hands. Now the Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619639164 world is faced with imminent destruction, and it's up to $9.99 / $10.99 Can. Alfred to recover the sword . . . before it's too late.

Packed with car chases, knights, and secret agents, this Also available thrilling first book in New York Times bestselling author Rick Yancey's series is one that fans of James Patterson and Anthony Horowitz won't want to miss.

RICK YANCEY is the author of the Alfred Kropp series, which includes the Carnegie Medal finalist The Extraordinary Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon 9781619639171 Adventures of Alfred Kropp, Alfred Kropp and the Seal of $9.99/$10.99 Can. Solomon, and Alfred Kropp and the Thirteenth Skull. He is also Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull 9781619639188 the author of the New York Times bestselling The Fifth Wave $9.99/$10.99 Can. and The Infinite Sea, the Printz Honor book The Monstrumologist, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist The Curse of the Wendigo, and several adult novels. Rick is a produced playwright and former theater critic, and lives in Gainesville, Florida with his wife and three sons. Visit him at www.rickyancey.com and @RickYancey.

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the Alfred Kropp series "Teens will love and won't be able to put down." —School

37 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

RICK YANCEY Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon

The second book in New York Times bestselling Rick Yancey's acclaimed series about the world's unlikeliest hero—now with a fresh look!

Before The Fifth Wave, there was Alfred Kropp. This second book in Rick Yancey's lauded series was called a "rip­roaring story that teens will love" in School Library Journal's starred review. Now all the books feature a bold DECEMBER and exciting new look to capture the next generation of Bloomsbury USA Childrens readers. Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General On Sale 12/1/2015 Ages 12 And Up Alfred Kropp had never heard of the Seal of Solomon— Trade Paperback 352 pages until he was kidnapped and dragged to the desert to face 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H this terrible threat. For millennia, the fallen angels of Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619639171 heaven were controlled by the ring. Now the ring has $9.99 / $10.99 Can. been stolen, and if it's not recovered, all hell will break loose . . .

Also available Packed with thrills on every page, the second book in New York Times bestselling author Rick Yancey's series proves that a hero can emerge from the most improbable of people. Perfect for fans of James Patterson and Anthony Horowitz! The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp 9781619639164 RICK YANCEY is the author of the Alfred Kropp series, $9.99/$10.99 Can. which includes the Carnegie Medal finalist The Extraordinary Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull 9781619639188 Adventures of Alfred Kropp, Alfred Kropp and the Seal of $9.99/$10.99 Can. Solomon, and Alfred Kropp and the Thirteenth Skull. He is also the author of the New York Times bestselling The Fifth Wave and The Infinite Sea, the Printz Honor book The Monstrumologist, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist The Curse of the Wendigo, and several adult novels. Rick is a produced playwright and former theater critic, and lives in Gainesville, Florida with his wife and three sons. Visit him at www.rickyancey.com and @RickYancey.

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38 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

RICK YANCEY Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull

The third book in New York Times bestselling Rick Yancey's acclaimed series about the world's most unlikely hero—now with a fresh look!

Before The Fifth Wave, there was Alfred Kropp. This third book in Rick Yancey's lauded series was called "perfect" by Rick Riordan, and James Patterson said that the "action is fast, furious, and nonstop." Now all the books DECEMBER feature a bold and exciting new look to capture the next Bloomsbury USA Childrens generation of readers. Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General On Sale 12/1/2015 Ages 12 And Up Alfred Kropp thought he was done putting his life at risk, Trade Paperback 320 pages but he was wrong. Not only is someone out to kill Alfred, 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H but the very people sworn to protect him now want to Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619639188 use him for deadly means. And if Alfred isn't careful, he $9.99 / $10.99 Can. may not be getting out of this adventure alive . . .

Just right for fans of James Patterson and Anthony Also available Horowitz, the third book in this acclaimed series from New York Times bestselling author Rick Yancey brings all the thrills, action, and humor to a rewarding close.

RICK YANCEY is the author of the Alfred Kropp series, which includes the Carnegie Medal finalist The Extraordinary The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp 9781619639164 Adventures of Alfred Kropp, Alfred Kropp and the Seal of $9.99/$10.99 Can. Solomon, and Alfred Kropp and the Thirteenth Skull. He is also Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon 9781619639171 the author of the New York Times bestselling The Fifth Wave $9.99/$10.99 Can. and The Infinite Sea, the Printz Honor book The Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull Monstrumologist, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist 9781599901145 $16.99/$0.00 Can. The Curse of the Wendigo, and several adult novels. Rick is a produced playwright and former theater critic, and lives in Gainesville, Florida with his wife and three sons. Visit him at www.rickyancey.com and @RickYancey.

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the Alfred Kropp series "This story of a big­headed loser is as funny as it is scary."

39 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / LOVE & ROMANCE

LAUREN BARATZ­LOGSTED Red Girl, Blue Boy An If Only novel

If Only . . . love and politics did mix! The If Only romance line continues in a story about rivals who drive each other crazy—in love.

Katie's dad and Drew's mom are running against each other for President of the United States. Their parents' debates may be tense, but when sixteen­year­old Katie and Drew meet at a media interview, romantic tension is palpable. They fall hard for each other . . . until tabloid rumors drive them apart. Things for the exes get sticky OCTOBER when their parents ask them to pretend to be a happy Bloomsbury USA Childrens couple to increase their poll ratings over a third­party Juvenile Fiction / Love & Romance candidate. Can they pull off a fake romance? And with an On Sale 10/20/2015 attraction this strong, maybe there's no pretending to fall Ages 13 And Up back in love—they can't help but fall for real! Trade Paperback 304 pages 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H Carton Quantity: 0 Red Girl, Blue Boy is a frank and funny romance that ISBN: 9781619636859 shows how the sparks fly when opposites attract. $9.99 / $10.99 Can. LAUREN BARATZ­LOGSTED is the author of more than Also available twenty books for adults, teens, and young readers, including Little Women & Me, The Twin's Daughter, Crazy Beautiful, and the Sisters 8 series, which she co­writes with her husband and daughter. Find her online at www.laurenbaratzlogsted.com and on Twitter @LaurenBaratzL. Everything but the Truth 9781619636590 Praise For... $17.99/$21.00 Can. Everything but the Truth "The story offers many absorbing elements of young love, 9781619636606 suspense and surprise that undeniably appeal to fans of $9.99/$10.99 Can. gothic romance." —Kirkus Reviews on The Twin's Red Girl, Blue Boy Daughter 9781619635005 "Baratz­Logsted's gothic murder mystery is rife with $17.99/$21.00 Can. twists and moves swiftly and elegantly . . . The many surprises that comprise the ending will intrigue and delight readers, as will the satisfying epilogue." —Booklist on The Twin's Daughter "A consistently entertaining read that delivers a genuinely original heroine and frequently hilarious satire." —Kirkus Reviews on Little Women and Me "A smart, funny, and engaging novel." —VOYA on Little Women and Me

40 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / LOVE & ROMANCE

LAUREN BARATZ­LOGSTED Red Girl, Blue Boy An If Only novel

If Only . . . love and politics did mix! The If Only romance line continues in a story about rivals who drive each other crazy—in love.

Katie's dad and Drew's mom are running against each other for President of the United States. Their parents' debates may be tense, but when sixteen­year­old Katie and Drew meet at a media interview, romantic tension is palpable. They fall hard for each other . . . until tabloid OCTOBER rumors drive them apart. Things for the exes get sticky Bloomsbury USA Childrens when their parents ask them to pretend to be a happy Juvenile Fiction / Love & Romance couple to increase their poll ratings over a third­party On Sale 10/20/2015 candidate. Can they pull off a fake romance? And with an Ages 13 And Up Hardcover 304 pages attraction this strong, maybe there's no pretending to fall 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H back in love—they can't help but fall for real! Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619635005 Red Girl, Blue Boy is a frank and funny romance that $17.99 / $21.00 Can. shows how the sparks fly when opposites attract.

Also available LAUREN BARATZ­LOGSTED is the author of more than twenty books for adults, teens, and young readers, including Little Women & Me, The Twin's Daughter, Crazy Beautiful, and the Sisters 8 series, which she co­writes with her husband and daughter. Find her online at www.laurenbaratzlogsted.com and on Twitter Everything but the Truth @LaurenBaratzL. 9781619636590 $17.99/$21.00 Can. Everything but the Truth Praise For... 9781619636606 $9.99/$10.99 Can. "The story offers many absorbing elements of young love, Red Girl, Blue Boy suspense and surprise that undeniably appeal to fans of 9781619636859 gothic romance." —Kirkus Reviews on The Twin's $9.99/$10.99 Can. Daughter "Baratz­Logsted's gothic murder mystery is rife with twists and moves swiftly and elegantly . . . The many surprises that comprise the ending will intrigue and delight readers, as will the satisfying epilogue." —Booklist on The Twin's Daughter "A consistently entertaining read that delivers a genuinely original heroine and frequently hilarious satire." —Kirkus Reviews on Little Women and Me

41 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / LOVE & ROMANCE

MANDY HUBBARD Everything but the Truth An If Only novel

If Only . . . she wasn't pretending to be someone else! The If Only romance line continues in this fun rags­to­riches romance.

Holly Mathews' mom is the new manager of a ritzy retirement home, and they just moved in. But having super­rich retirees as her only neighbors isn't a total bust, because the gorgeous, notorious Malik Buchannan is the grandson of a resident. Just one problem: when they meet, Malik assumes Holly is there to visit her own NOVEMBER rich relative. She doesn't correct him, and it probably Bloomsbury USA Childrens doesn't matter, because their flirtation could never turn Juvenile Fiction / Love & Romance into more than a superficial fling . . . right? But the longer On Sale 11/17/2015 she lives in his privileged world, the deeper Holly falls for Ages 13 And Up Malik, and the harder it is to tell the truth . . . because Trade Paperback 288 pages 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H coming clean might mean losing him. Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781619636606 For anyone who has dreamed of their own Cinderella $9.99 / $10.99 Can. story, this romance shows that when it comes to true love, the best person to be is yourself! Also available MANDY HUBBARD is the author of many books for young adults including the previous If Only title Fool Me Twice, as well as Prada & Prejudice, and You Wish. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and daughter. Find her online at www.mandyhubbard.com and on Twitter @mandyhubbard. Everything but the Truth 9781619636590 $17.99/$21.00 Can. Praise For... Red Girl, Blue Boy 9781619635005 Fool Me Twice $17.99/$21.00 Can. Red Girl, Blue Boy 9781619636859 "A great summer read for teens looking for a love story. $9.99/$10.99 Can. Mackenzie is a sly, spunky character who is relatable and authentic." —School Library Journal

"A great romantic read for any girl." —VOYA

42 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / LOVE & ROMANCE

MANDY HUBBARD Everything but the Truth An If Only novel

If Only . . . she wasn't pretending to be someone else! The If Only romance line continues in this fun rags­to­riches romance.

Holly Mathews' mom is the new manager of a ritzy retirement home, and they just moved in. But having super­rich retirees as her only neighbors isn't a total bust, because the gorgeous, notorious Malik Buchannan is the grandson of a resident. Just one problem: when NOVEMBER they meet, Malik assumes Holly is there to visit her own Bloomsbury USA Childrens rich relative. She doesn't correct him, and it probably Juvenile Fiction / Love & Romance doesn't matter, because their flirtation could never turn On Sale 11/17/2015 into more than a superficial fling . . . right? But the longer Ages 13 And Up Hardcover 288 pages she lives in his privileged world, the deeper Holly falls for 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H Malik, and the harder it is to tell the truth . . . because Carton Quantity: 0 coming clean might mean losing him. ISBN: 9781619636590

$17.99 / $21.00 Can. For anyone who has dreamed of their own Cinderella story, this romance shows that when it comes to true Also available love, the best person to be is yourself!

MANDY HUBBARD is the author of many books for young adults including the previous If Only title Fool Me Twice, as well as Prada & Prejudice, and You Wish. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and daughter. Find her Everything but the Truth online at www.mandyhubbard.com and on Twitter 9781619636606 $9.99/$10.99 Can. @mandyhubbard. Red Girl, Blue Boy 9781619635005 Praise For... $17.99/$21.00 Can. Red Girl, Blue Boy Fool Me Twice 9781619636859 $9.99/$10.99 Can. "A great summer read for teens looking for a love story. Mackenzie is a sly, spunky character who is relatable and authentic." —School Library Journal

"A great romantic read for any girl." —VOYA

43 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / LOVE & ROMANCE

LIZ BANKES Undeniable

Fans of Stephanie Perkins and Jenny Han will love this contemporary romance that's equal parts sweet, soapy, and sultry.

After Gabi's relationship with her long­time boyfriend Max falls apart, she just needs to get away—and she finds the perfect escape in a summer internship for her favorite TV show in London. All the gorgeous actors in the cast will more than distract her from the Break­Up. NOVEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Then she meets Spencer Black: student, show extra, Juvenile Fiction / Love & Romance expert flirt. Spending time with him is fun, intoxicating, On Sale 11/24/2015 and uncertain. Their relationship is heating up when he Ages 14 And Up Hardcover 256 pages lands a featured role on the show. Will his newly found 5.5 in W | 8.3 in H fame break them apart, or is Spencer the one? Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9780802736239 In this steamy love story, the drama is just as real off­ $17.99 / $21.00 Can. screen as it is on.

Also available LIZ BANKES writes for the same reason she reads—to have marvelous adventures without leaving the sofa. She is also the author of Irresistible, and she lives in London. Visit her online at www.facebook.com/lizbankesirresistible and @LizBankesAuthor.

Irresistible Praise For... 9780802736215 $17.99/$19.99 Can. Irresistible "Compelling, juicy, and highly enjoyable." —Chicklish "A quick, fun, sexy read . . . I will be keeping my eye out for more books by Bankes in the future." —Once Upon a Bookcase "Great, chemistry­filled scenes." —Fluttering Butterflies "A fun, sexy debut [with] some genuinely laugh out loud moments." —Daisy Chain Book Reviews "Simply irresistible, truly one of those rare reads that captivated me . . . amazing. "—Totally Bookalicious

44 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • MARCH 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FAIRY TALES & FOLKLORE / GENERAL

E. D. BAKER The Frog Princess

E. D. Baker's beloved story that inspired the Disney movie, The Princess and the Frog, is now available in paper­over­board format!

E. D. Baker captured young readers' hearts with her light­ hearted, fun fantasy in The Frog Princess. Now, seven books in the same series and one delightful Disney movie (The Princess and the Frog) later, there's no better time to publish this new edition in paper­over­board format. MARCH Bloomsbury USA Childrens Featuring updated cover art from Erwin Madrid, this Juvenile Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / General contemporary look and popular format is perfect for On Sale 3/3/2015 today's young readers. Loyal and new fans alike will leap Ages 8 to 12 Hardcover 240 pages for this classic tale! 5.3 in W | 8 in H | 0.8 in T | 0.6 lb Wt Carton Quantity: 36 E. D. BAKER is the author of the Tales of the Frog Princess ISBN: 9781619639447 series, the Wide­Awake Princess series, and many other $13.99 / $0.00 Can. delightful books for young readers, including The Fairy­Tale Matchmaker, A Question of Magic, Fairy Wings, and Fairy Lies. Also available The Frog Princess was the inspiration for Disney's hit movie The Princess and the Frog. She lives with her family and their many animals in Maryland. www.talesofedbaker.com

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"High­spirited romantic comedy. . . . Fans of Gail Carson The Salamander Spell Levine's ‘Princess Tales' should leap for it." —Kirkus 9781619636217 Reviews $8.99/$9.99 Can. The Dragon Princess "The tale moves at a good pace . . . the trials and 9781619636224 $8.99/$9.99 Can. tribulations that precede it are interesting." —School Dragon Kiss Library Journal 9781619636231 $8.99/$9.99 Can. "Offers peppy dialogue and some comical scenes." — Publishers Weekly

45 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / DOGS

DOMENICA MORE GORDON Archie Loves Skipping

Discover Archie's thoughts on the joys of skipping in this third book in the witty and irresistibly stylish Archie series.

Archie loves skipping. Skip Skip Skip SEPTEMBER There is nothing better in the world. Bloomsbury USA Childrens Jump Jump Jump Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dogs On Sale 9/15/2015 And sharing his passion with dog­chum Bella will surely Ages 2 to 5 be a lot of fun; what could possibly go wrong ... ? Hardcover 32 pages 10.6 in W | 8.7 in H Join Archie and his pedigree pals in this brilliantly witty Carton Quantity: 0 ISBN: 9781408829301 and charming story, with beautifully chic illustrations $17.99 from Domenica More Gordon. Perfect for dog fans everywhere! Also available DOMENICA MORE GORDON is an artist whose wonderful felted dogs have found fame worldwide, with customers including Brad Pitt. She is married to the author and screenwriter Charlie Fletcher, and lives in Musselburgh, just outside Edinburgh.

Archie's Vacation Praise For... 9781619631908 $17.99/$19.99 Can. Archie Praise for Archie: 9781599909363 $17.99/$21.00 Can. Rarely does a debut so justly and eloquently lay down its claim to be a classic; Archie is a comic masterpiece. Gloriously understated and beautifully drawn, it wins on every score

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Witty, fantastical, totally loveable with a very loyal ending

Woof! Woof! We are smitten Rarely does a debut so justly and eloquently lay down its claim to be a classic; Archie is a comic masterpiece. Gloriously understated and beautifully drawn, it wins on

46 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / DINOSAURS & PREHISTORIC CREATURES

MARK SPERRING, ILLUSTRATED BY SAM LLOYD Dino­Daddy

The perfect book for all dino­dads on Father's Day!

It's not easy being a Dino­Daddy, but it's definitely a lot of fun! And whether it's a trip to the park or playing games at home, Dino­Daddy always has time for his two roaring dinos . . .

The park would never be such fun without him standing by. No one can spin you faster ­ weeeeeeee! ­ or swing you quite so high! SEPTEMBER And though he has a list of jobs he has to dino­do, Bloomsbury USA Childrens He always seems to have the time to play a game . . . or Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dinosaurs & two! Prehistoric Creatures

On Sale 9/15/2015 Ages 3 to 6 Morning, noon and night, Dino­Daddy is the best, and life Hardcover 32 pages in the dino family is just as fun (and chaotic) as ever. 9.6 in W | 10.8 in H Carton Quantity: 0 The perfect present for Father's Day! ISBN: 9781408849699 $18.99 MARK SPERRING is the author of The Shape of My Heart (Bloomsbury), Captain Buckleboots on the Naughty Step Also available (Puffin), and The Sunflower Sword (Andersen). He lives in Bristol.

SAM LLOYD is the bestselling illustrator of books such as Calm Down, Boris and You're Not So Scary, Sid (Templar) as well as the Mr Pusskins series and the Whoops­a­Daisy World Yikes, Ticklysaurus! series (Orchard). She lives in Brighton. 9781408839690 $18.99 Yikes, Santa­CLAWS! 9781408851371 $18.99 Yikes, Stinkysaurus! 9781408837061 $18.99

47 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / IMAGINATION & PLAY

TOM MCLAUGHLIN The Cloudspotter

A beautiful picture book, celebrating the power of the imagination and the importance of friendship, from the creator of The Story Machine.

His real name was Franklin. But everyone called him The Cloudspotter . . .

Have you ever looked up at the sky to see a whole new world developing in the clouds? You have? Then you'll SEPTEMBER love this book about Franklin. There isn't a single cloud Bloomsbury USA Childrens that Franklin can't spot—big ones, small ones, silly ones, Juvenile Fiction / Imagination & Play sneaky­pretend­they­can't­see­you ones. But when On Sale 9/29/2015 Scruffy Dog comes along, things begin to change for Ages 3 to 6 Hardcover 32 pages Franklin. How can he concentrate on cloudpotting when 9.6 in W | 10.8 in H Scruffy is such a distraction? And what's more Carton Quantity: 0 important—his hobby or his friend? ISBN: 9781408854969

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TOM MCLAUGHLIN is the author/illustrator of The Story Machine (Bloomsbury) and also the Captain Boots series of picture books (Puffin). He loves drinking tea, eating lunch and drawing, and he would quite like to be a virtuoso banjo The Story Machine player. He lives in Devon. 9781408839348 $12.99/$14.99 Can. Praise For...

A winner of a book about the power of drawing and storytelling. A charming, rewarding, instructive read.

48 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ANIMALS / DINOSAURS & PREHISTORIC CREATURES

PAMELA BUTCHART Yikes, Ticklysaurus!

Look out! Here comes Ticklysaurus and he's going to tickle you until your sides split. Yikes, Ticklysaurus!

Sometimes it can get a little boring being a dinosaur and hanging out around the swamp all day, but not when Ticklysaurus is around . . .

UP jumped Ticklysaurus, NOVEMBER and gave his arms a wiggle. Bloomsbury USA Childrens "Quick run, it's time for TICKLE CHASE – Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dinosaurs & I'll make you dinos giggle." Prehistoric Creatures

On Sale 11/17/2015 Ages 3 to 6 Join Tickly and his friends as they dash, crash, splish, Hardcover 32 pages splash, wiggle and giggle in this prehistoric side­splitter 9.6 in W | 10.8 in H of a picture book. But there's someone that doesn't like Carton Quantity: 0 being tickled at all – is Tickly brave enough to tickle a T­ ISBN: 9781408839690 $18.99 Rex?

PAMELA BUTCHART is an exciting young picture book Also available author. Yikes, Ticklysaurus! is the third title in this commercial picture book series for Bloomsbury, following on from Yikes, Stinkysaurus! and Yikes, Santa­CLAWS! She is also the author of Never Tickle a Tiger for Bloomsbury. Pamela is a teacher of Philosophy and lives in Dundee, Scotland.

Yikes, Santa­CLAWS! SAM LLOYD is the bestselling illustrator of Calm Down, 9781408851371 $18.99 Boris (Templar) and has sold over half a million books in the Yikes, Stinkysaurus! UK alone. She is also the illustrator of Dino­Baby, Dino­ 9781408837061 Mummy, and Dino­Daddy for Bloomsbury. Sam lives in $18.99 Dino­Daddy Brighton. 9781408849699 $18.99

49 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • DECEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ROYALTY (KINGS QUEENS PRINCES PRINCESSES KNIGHTS ETC.)

JOHN KELLY Sir Scaly Pants the Dragon Knight

Arise, Sir Scaly Pants the Dragon Knight—the bravest in all the land!

When a ghastly giant comes crashing through the Kingdom one day, the townsfolk fear for their lives. He's knocking down the buildings! He's breathing his stinky breath all over the place! He's even picking giant bogeys out of his giant nose ­ he must be stopped!

So the King decrees that ALL knights be sent to slay the giant—and whoever succeeds will be knighted BRAVEST IN THE LAND. DECEMBER Bloomsbury USA Childrens Enter Sir Scaly Pants (the most unusual knight around) Juvenile Fiction / Royalty (kings queens princes and his trusty steed Guinevere (he most unfit horse princesses knights etc.) around) Will this unlikely duo manage to defeat the On Sale 12/8/2015 Ages 3 to 6 greedy, grimy giant? You bet they will! Hardcover 32 pages 9.6 in W | 10.8 in H A wildly funny tale of good versus bad perfect for fans of Carton Quantity: 0 Jonny Duddle. ISBN: 9781408856024 $18.99 JOHN KELLY is an illustrator, writer and designer who has worked for Scholastic, Simon & Schuster, Aardman Also available animation, and others. He has been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal twice (Guess Who's Coming For Dinner and Scoop!). This is John's second picture book for Bloomsbury— The Beastly Pirates was his first. www.johnkellyillustration.com

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50 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / HUMOROUS STORIES

SARAH COURTAULD The Wombles: Great Uncle Bulgaria Takes Charge

Discover the underground world of the Wombles in a colorful high­ flying adventure for younger readers.

A troupe of acrobats is coming to Wimbledon Common and the Wombles are very excited, especially Great Uncle Bulgaria. He is planning their very own performance: Alderney will learn the high wire, Orinoco can be a clown and Wellington is going to invent a new magic trick! But Tomsk would rather practise his climbing skills than SEPTEMBER rehearse for the show. If only climbing wasn't such a Bloomsbury USA Childrens dangerous sport . . . Luckily, Great Uncle Bulgaria always Juvenile Fiction / Humorous Stories knows how best to rescue a Womble in need. On Sale 9/29/2015 Ages 6 to 9 SARAH COURTAULD is a comedy writer, performer and Trade Paperback 96 pages award­winning author of children's books. She is a past 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Carton Quantity: 0 graduate of the Royal Court Young Writers Programme and ISBN: 9781408859391 in 2012 she won the Funny Women Comedy Writing Award $9.99 / $10.99 Can. and the Bafta/Rocliffe New Writing Forum. Find out more about the Wombles at www.thewomblesbooks.com. Also available

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51 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / HUMOROUS STORIES

SARAH COURTAULD The Wombles: Orinoco Follows His Nose

Discover the underground world of the Wombles in an exciting adventure for younger readers, full of birthday fun!

Great Uncle Bulgaria has some important news—Cousin Yellowstone is coming from America to visit the Wimbledon burrow. It is his birthday and they are going to have a party. Cousin Yellowstone always has exciting stories to share and the Wombles can't wait for him to arrive. They quickly start tidying the Common, all except SEPTEMBER Orinoco who is thinking about something much more Bloomsbury USA Childrens important—the very special birthday cake that Madame Juvenile Fiction / Humorous Stories Cholet is baking! But when the party starts and the giant On Sale 9/29/2015 Blackberry Magnifique is revealed, Orinoco is nowhere to Ages 6 to 9 be found. Where could he be? Trade Paperback 96 pages 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Carton Quantity: 0 SARAH COURTAULD is a comedy writer, performer and ISBN: 9781408859377 award­winning author of children's books. She is a past $9.99 / $10.99 Can. graduate of the Royal Court Young Writers Programme and in 2012 she won the Funny Women Comedy Writing Award Also available and the Bafta/Rocliffe New Writing Forum. Find out more about The Wombles at www.thewomblesbooks.com.

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52 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • SEPTEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ROYALTY (KINGS QUEENS PRINCES PRINCESSES KNIGHTS ETC.)

CLÉMENTINE BEAUVAIS The Royal Wedding Crashers

Fans of Darcy Burdock will love this latest slapstick royal adventure, starring Anna, Holly and Prince Pepino.

Anna and Holly Burnbright, together with their friend Prince Pepino, are trying to some but what they need is a holiday job. So when a tall, elegantly dressed lady called Mademoiselle Malypense tells them she needs help to organise the Francian Royal Wedding, they jump at the SEPTEMBER chance. She's promised to pay handsomely! Bloomsbury USA Childrens Juvenile Fiction / Royalty (kings queens princes The children are whisked away to begin the preparations, princesses knights etc.) but it's not long before Holly smells a rat. Why does On Sale 9/29/2015 Ages 6 to 9 Mademoiselle Malypense insist they complete their tasks Trade Paperback 240 pages in secret? And isn't there something odd about a garlic­ 5.1 in W | 7.2 in H flavoured wedding cake? Could there be more to this Carton Quantity: 0 royal couple's wedding day than meets the eye? ISBN: 9781408855447 $10.99 This second adventure is packed with jokes, adventures and illustrations with more exuberance than Judy Moody Also available and Darcy Burdock put together.

The Queen and King of Britland hired CLÉMENTINE BEAUVAIS to write down these quite thrilling royal adventures, because 1) she didn't mind being paid in

chocolate mints and 2) Prince Pepino had rather enjoyed the The Royal Babysitters Sesame Seade Mysteries, her previous children's books. 9781408850770 $9.99/$10.99 Can. Clémentine is of Francian origin, but has no noble blood whatsoever. The manuscript was illuminated by BECKA MOOR, who lives in the windy north of Britland. To ensure perfect accuracy in the pictures, the King provided royal underpants as models, and Charlotte the spider posed several times.

53 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE NONFICTION / ANIMALS / INSECTS, SPIDERS, ETC.

SIMON HOLLAND First Animal Encyclopedia Polar Animals

An amazing introduction to Polar life accompanied by brilliant full colour photos of creatures in action.

A fantastic first introduction to Polar life and the amazing creatures that have made their home there.

Learn how the animals that spend their lives surrounded by these freezing conditions hunt for food, raise their young and hide from different predators. From huge OCTOBER hungry polar bears to powerful orca whales, you'll be Bloomsbury USA Childrens amazed to discover all about these fascinating creatures. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc. Bursting full of amazing photos, this is a perfect first On Sale 10/13/2015 introduction to Polar animals. Ages 4 to 8 Hardcover 64 pages 8.5 in W | 10.8 in H For more than 15 years, SIMON HOLLAND has written and Carton Quantity: 0 edited a wide range of information books for adults and ISBN: 9781472913449 children. His academic background is in English and $13.99 medieval literature, culture, and history—but through his career he has also become passionate about the Also available communication of natural history, science, and technology­ related subjects. As a writer, Simon also has a penchant for anything fantastic, funny, philosophical, puzzling, paranormal, and peculiar.

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54 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / HUMOROUS STORIES

ALAN MACDONALD Curse of the Evil Custard

The Avengers meets Captain Underpants in the second book of this funny and very silly series.

Welcome back to Mighty High—the school for superheroes.

When Dr Sinister hatches his latest plan to take over the world, and creates evil custard that turns children into deadly blob monsters, what better place to try it out than an unsuspecting school? Little does Dr Sinister realise that Mighty High is a school for superheroes—they are all OCTOBER acting ordinary to pass the school inspection! Bloomsbury USA Childrens

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ALAN MACDONALD started his working life in a travelling Also available theatre company. In addition to writing and directing plays, Alan trained as a drama teacher. He has written stories and dramas for the BBC (both television and radio), as well as many children's books. Alan lives in Nottingham.

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55 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • OCTOBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / ACTION & ADVENTURE / GENERAL

STEVE FEASEY Mutant Rising

The follow­up to Mutant City, an explosive and hugely entertaining read for fans of X­Men, comics, Charlie Higson, and Daren Shan.

The world has changed for Rush since he discovered that he wasn't the only one. A Mutant with powers that the Pure government would kill for, there are five kids like him on Scorched Earth, hidden from the world until now. Rush: telekinetic; Anya: shapeshifter; Jax: mind­reader; Flea: time­stopper; Brick: healer. As their powers grow, OCTOBER Rush knows that they have a mission that means more Bloomsbury USA Childrens than their own survival. Together, they're like the Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General ultimate weapon ­ they might just beat the evil On Sale 10/13/2015 government of President Melk. But someone will stop at Ages 12 And Up nothing to break them up. And as Melk threatens to Trade Paperback 320 pages 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H destroy the entire Mutant city, Rush's feelings for Tia, one Carton Quantity: 0 of the Pure, threaten to complicate everything... ISBN: 9781408855720 $12.99 / $15.99 Can. STEVE FEASEY lives in Herefordshire with his wife and kids. He says he didn't learn much at school except how to get Also available into fights and chat up girls—he wasn't particularly successful at either—but he was always a voracious reader. He started writing fiction in his thirties, inspired by his own favorite writers: Stephen King, Elmore Leonard, and Charles Dickens. His first book, Changeling, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Prize and became a successful series. Mutant Rising is his second book for Bloomsbury, the first book in the Mutant City 9781408843031 series, Mutant City, was published in 2014. $12.99/$14.99 Can.

56 BLOOMSBURY USA CHILDRENS • NOVEMBER 2015 JUVENILE FICTION / FANTASY & MAGIC

MARIANNE CURLEY Fearless

The stunning conclusion to this powerful and enthralling angel trilogy by worldwide bestselling author, Marianne Curley.

Perfect for fans of Becca Fitzpatrick, Lauren Kate and many more. Ebony and Nathaneal were in love before they were even born. Torn apart and kept in different worlds, will they finally reunite in this exquisite conclusion to Hidden and Broken?

NOVEMBER Ebony was kept hidden on Earth for sixteen years, Bloomsbury USA Childrens unaware that she was an angel. Unaware that her true Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic soulmate, Nathaneal, was searching for her. Now ready to On Sale 11/3/2015 claim her rightful place with him, in a cruel twist of fate Ages 12 And Up Ebony is captured and imprisoned in a version of hell. Trade Paperback 384 pages 5.1 in W | 7.8 in H Carton Quantity: 0 Knowing that Nathaneal will come for her, Ebony is ISBN: 9781408822647 determined to fight against the evil that holds her $13.99 prisoner. As long as she has Nathaneal's love, Ebony has nothing to fear. Can Nathaneal break through the gates of Also available hell? Will these long­lost lovers finally reunite and fulfil their destiny?

MARIANNE CURLEY's debut novel, Old Magic, established her as an exciting and original voice in the world of children's literature and sold in 14 countries. She is also the author of Broken the acclaimed Guardians of Time trilogy. Marianne lives in 9781619631687 Queensland, Australia. www.mariannecurley.com • $17.99/$19.99 Can. @Marianne_Curley • www.facebook.com/HiddenNovels Hidden 9781599908403 $17.99/$19.00 Can. Praise For... The Key 9781599905457 I have the urge to go back and read it again and again. I $9.99/$11.00 Can. don't think this story will ever get old. 325 pages of pure perfection One of the most hauntingly beautiful books I have ever read

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Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon; Rick Yancey...... 38 Maas, Sarah J.; Queen of Shadows...... 35 Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull; Rick Yancey...... 39 MacDonald, Alan; Curse of the Evil Custard...... 55 Apocalypse Meow Meow; James Proimos, Jr...... 33 Magic in the Mix; Annie Barrows...... 32 Archie Loves Skipping; Domenica More Gordon...... 46 Mann, Jennifer Ann; Sunny Sweet Is So Not Scary...... 26 Awesome Book of Awesomeness, The; Adam Frost. . . . . 16 Margolis, Leslie; Monkey Business...... 34 Baker, E. D.; The Fairy-Tale Matchmaker...... 30 McLaughlin, Tom; The Cloudspotter...... 48 Baker, E. D.; The Frog Princess...... 45 Mitton, Tony; Snowy Bear...... 5 Baker, E. D.; The Perfect Match: A Fairy-Tale Matchmaker Monkey Business; Leslie Margolis...... 34 Book...... 29 More Gordon, Domenica; Archie Loves Skipping...... 46 Bankes, Liz; Undeniable...... 44 Mutant Rising; Steve Feasey...... 56 Baratz-Logsted, Lauren; Red Girl, Blue Boy: An If Only novel . My Jolly Red Santa Activity and Sticker Book...... 13 ...... 40, 41 O'Neal, Shaquille; Little Shaq...... 25 Barrows, Annie; Magic in the Mix...... 32 Pearlman, Robb; Groundhog's Day Off...... 9 Beauvais, Clémentine; The Royal Wedding Crashers...... 53 Penguin's Big Adventure; Salina Yoon...... 3, 4 Butchart, Pamela; Yikes, Ticklysaurus!...... 49 Perfect Match, The: A Fairy-Tale Matchmaker Book; E. D. Carry and Play: I Love You...... 12 Baker...... 29 Chick 'n' Pug: The Love Pug; Jennifer Sattler...... 10 Princess Ponies 7: A Special Surprise; Chloe Ryder. . . . . 18 Cloudspotter, The; Tom McLaughlin...... 48 Princess Ponies 8: A Singing Star; Chloe Ryder...... 19 Courtauld, Sarah; The Wombles: Great Uncle Bulgaria Takes Proimos, Jr., James; Apocalypse Meow Meow...... 33 Charge...... 51 Queen of Shadows; Sarah J. Maas...... 35 Courtauld, Sarah; The Wombles: Orinoco Follows His Nose . . Quirks and the Freaky Field Trip, The; Erin Soderberg. . . .27 ...... 52 Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday, The; Erin Soderberg Crow, Kristyn; Zombelina Dances The Nutcracker...... 6 ...... 28 Curious Tale of the In-Between, A; Lauren DeStefano. . . . 24 Red Girl, Blue Boy: An If Only novel; Lauren Baratz-Logsted Curley, Marianne; Fearless...... 57 ...... 40, 41 Curse of the Evil Custard; Alan MacDonald...... 55 Royal Wedding Crashers, The; Clémentine Beauvais. . . . . 53 Day the Mustache Took Over, The; Alan Katz...... 31 Ryan, Candace; Zoo Zoom!...... 8 DeStefano, Lauren; A Curious Tale of the In-Between...... 24 Ryder, Chloe; Princess Ponies 7: A Special Surprise...... 18 Dino-Daddy; Mark Sperring...... 47 Ryder, Chloe; Princess Ponies 8: A Singing Star...... 19 Draw It! Animals: 100 wild things to doodle and draw!; Sattler, Jennifer; Chick 'n' Pug: The Love Pug...... 10 Sally Kindberg...... 15 Seed, Andy; The Silly Book of Sidesplitting Stuff...... 17 Draw It! Christmas: 100 festive things to doodle and draw!; Shape of My Heart, The; Mark Sperring...... 11 Sally Kindberg...... 14 Silly Book of Sidesplitting Stuff, The; Andy Seed...... 17 Everything but the Truth: An If Only novel; Mandy Hubbard Sir Scaly Pants the Dragon Knight; John Kelly...... 50 ...... 42, 43 Snowy Bear; Tony Mitton...... 5 Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp, The; Rick Yancey...... 37 Soderberg, Erin; The Quirks and the Freaky Field Trip. . . . . 27 Fairy-Tale Matchmaker, The; E. D. Baker...... 30 Soderberg, Erin; The Quirks and the Quirkalicious Birthday . . . Fearless; Marianne Curley...... 57 ...... 28 Feasey, Steve; Mutant Rising...... 56 Specs for Rex; Yasmeen Ismail...... 7 First Animal Encyclopedia Polar Animals; Simon Holland . . Sperring, Mark; Dino-Daddy...... 47 ...... 54 Sperring, Mark; The Shape of My Heart...... 11 Frog Princess, The; E. D. Baker...... 45 Sunny Sweet Is So Not Scary; Jennifer Ann Mann...... 26 Frost, Adam; The Awesome Book of Awesomeness...... 16 Undeniable; Liz Bankes...... 44 Groundhog's Day Off; Robb Pearlman...... 9 Wombles: Great Uncle Bulgaria Takes Charge, The; Sarah Courtauld...... 51 Heir of Fire; Sarah J. Maas...... 36 Wombles: Orinoco Follows His Nose, The; Sarah Courtauld Holland, Simon; First Animal Encyclopedia Polar Animals ...... 52 ...... 54 Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King; Kathleen Hubbard, Mandy; Everything but the Truth: An If Only novel . . Krull...... 20, 21 ...... 42, 43 Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Lincoln; Kathleen Ismail, Yasmeen; Specs for Rex...... 7 Krull...... 22, 23 Katz, Alan; The Day the Mustache Took Over...... 31 Yancey, Rick; Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon...... 38 Kelly, John; Sir Scaly Pants the Dragon Knight...... 50 Yancey, Rick; Alfred Kropp: The Thirteenth Skull...... 39 Kindberg, Sally; Draw It! Animals: 100 wild things to doodle Yancey, Rick; The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp . and draw!...... 15 ...... 37 Kindberg, Sally; Draw It! Christmas: 100 festive things to Yikes, Ticklysaurus!; Pamela Butchart...... 49 doodle and draw!...... 14 Yoon, Salina; Penguin's Big Adventure...... 3, 4 Krull, Kathleen; Women Who Broke the Rules: Coretta Scott King...... 20, 21 Zombelina Dances The Nutcracker; Kristyn Crow...... 6 Krull, Kathleen; Women Who Broke the Rules: Mary Todd Zoo Zoom!; Candace Ryan...... 8 Lincoln...... 22, 23 Little Shaq; Shaquille O'Neal...... 25 Maas, Sarah J.; Heir of Fire...... 36 y Holid Happ ays!

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