Mari Bolte: 8 books

Any master starts at the beginning. Dip your brush into oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints, and sharpen your pastels. Develop essential techniques that will propel your art from scribbles to masterpieces.

Sink your teeth into these do-it-yourself edible gift ideas. Step-by-step instructions guide readers in crafting these delicious gifts for any occasion. Whether it’s a wreath made of pretzels or a candy bouquet, everyone will love these tasty, handmade treats.

Everyone's invited! The Sleepover Girls are helping Willow plan the best birthday party ever. Follow these recipes and party ideas to throw a sleepover that's all kinds of awesome.

When Justin Bieber was 4 years old, he got his first drum set. It marked the beginning of an amazing journey that would take the Canadian musician and singer around the world and to the top of the music charts. Learn more about the life of this grounded young man, and how his music career has led to opportunities in other arenas, including acting.

When a spontaneous time leap sends Nickolas Flux back to the height of the Underground Railroad, what's a teenage history buff to do? Try to help a runaway slave escape, of course! From slave catchers to safe houses, Nick must survive a journey on the secret network that helped runaway slaves gain their freedom.

Sleepover Girl Ashley wants to transform the new girls look. Follow these fun and creative crafts ideas to make spa worthy projects to give yourself a glamorous makeover.

Sleepover Girl Maren has to make a scrapbook for her teen idol, Luke Lewis. Follow these fun and creative crafts ideas to make a scrapbook and other awesome projects.

Sleepover Girl Delaney volunteers to help with a fashion show fund raiser for a local animal shelter. Follow these fun and creative crafts ideas to make fashion forward projects for your own personal runway.