Nine-year-old orphan Mary is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. At first, she doesn't think much of the small town. But she soon discovers that it's full of surprises. The people are friendly and there's always something to do. When Mary learns about the town's history, she realizes that Shepherdstown is a special place indeed .
A group of young turtles are forced from their home by a raging storm and must find their way back using only their wits and courage. They meet new friends and enemies along the way and discover that the world is far more complicated and dangerous than they ever could have imagined. But they also learn that they are stronger than they ever thought possible. In the end, they just might find their way home.
Keala, a thirteen-year-old surfing prodigy, sets out to save her favorite surfing spot from being developed into a resort. With the help of her friends, she enters a surfing competition with the prize money going to the winner's chosen charity. Keala's goal is to win the competition and save her beloved surf spot.
Tim's parents send him to stay with his grandparents on their farm, but Tim is not very happy about this. He soon learns that there is a lot to do on the farm and he has a lot of fun. He even learns a few things.
Sarah begins a journey back in time to ancient Israel when she lights the first candle of Hanukkah. She learns about the Maccabees and the miracle of the oil that lasted eight nights. Sarah also meets a new friend, a girl her own age who is celebrating Hanukkah for the first time. Together they learn the meaning of this special holiday.
Shannon's father dies in what she believes is a suspicious accident, so she sets out to uncover the truth. With the help of her father's friend, she discovers a dark conspiracy involving the government and a powerful corporation. They're trying to stop her from uncovering the truth, but she's determined to get to the bottom of it.
Samantha Reilly is a defense attorney who takes on the case of a lifetime when her client, Ryan, is accused of murdering his wife. The evidence against him is damning, but Samantha is convinced he's innocent. She'll have to use all her skills to navigate the complicated legal system and find the real killer before it's too late.
The poems in this collection focus on the speaker's childhood memories. They recall happy times spent with friends and family, and reflect on how those memories have shaped who they are today.