Charlesbridge: 348 books

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by Marit Weisenberg
Language: English
Release Date: October 9, 2018

After rejecting the cult-like influence of her father's family, Julia moves into a fancy hotel in downtown Austin. But she finds herself alone except for her boyfriend, John--and her fears. Once again she's suppressing her abilities, afraid her family will come for John when they find out he's been...
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by Suzanne Morris
Language: English
Release Date: November 5, 2019

In this wildly amusing, unconventional shape concept book, Trapezoid is here to declare that he's a shape, too. He's NOT a type of dinosaur! Shape up, shapes! Triangle is hosting auditions for all the best shapes to be in his play. Circle, Square, and Star each get a part. But Trapezoid just...
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by Susan Eaddy
Language: English
Release Date: July 7, 2015

Fans of Olivia and Lilly will delight in Poppy, a little rabbit with big dreams—and an even bigger personality. More than anything, Poppy wants to be a verrrry famous writer. She's sure Mrs. Rose will pick her paper to read to the whole class! Trouble is, she has tall ambitions but is short...
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by Elie Tarrab
Language: English
Release Date: February 4, 2014

No matter how it’s prepared—in a Chocolate Lava Cake or a bite-sized Orange Liqueur Praline —nothing says decadence like chocolate. For anyone who can’t get enough of this most delicious of all ingredients—and that’s EVERYONE, of course—this cookbook is absolute heaven! With more than...
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by Michael Currinder
Language: English
Release Date: September 5, 2017

Praised by Jack Gantos, author of Dead End in Norvelt*,* as "a quick read with a kick at the finish," this debut novel sensitively and memorably captures a teen runner's relationship with his autistic older brother. Like most siblings, Leo and Caleb have a complicated relationship. But Caleb's...
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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

The Album, the Beatles, and the World in 1967

by Brian Southall
Language: English
Release Date: June 27, 2017

A carefully crafted and collectible volume celebrates the 50th anniversary of a legendary and groundbreaking Beatles album.  Expert Brian Southall's unique edition recounts the story behind the music and the cultural climate of 1967 when Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart Club Band debuted. The...
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Football

Great Records, Weird Happenings, Odd Facts, Amazing Moments & Other Cool Stuff

by Ron Martirano
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2015

Touchdown! These tales from the gridiron will set fans abuzz. Fun, filled with intriguing lore from football history, and engagingly written, they're almost as exciting as the Super Bowl itself. Find out all about the pranksters and one-of-a-kind characters of the game, including Clinton Portis, who...
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On the Road and Off the Record with Leonard Bernstein

My Years with the Exasperating Genius

by Charlie Harmon
Language: English
Release Date: June 18, 2019

Celebrating Leonard Bernstein's centenary with an intimate and detailed look at the public and private life of the Maestro written by his former assistant. Foreword by Broadway legend Harold Prince. "An affectionate portrait of an eminent musician who was driven by demons." —Kirkus...
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by John Quackenbush
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2011

The DNA sequence that comprises the human genome--the genetic blueprint found in each of our cells--is undoubtedly the greatest code ever to be broken. Completed at the dawn of a new millennium, the feat electrified both the scientific community and the general public with its tantalizing promise...
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The Spiritual Mandela

Faith and Religion in the Life of Nelson Mandela

by Dennis Cruywagen
Language: English
Release Date: June 19, 2018

In the first book of its kind, an acclaimed South African journalist and former parliamentary spokesperson for the ANC shares how Nelson Mandela balanced his Christian faith with his political views, exploring how the beloved leader reconciled his own beliefs with the hard truth that religion had...
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Bizarre Weather

Howling Winds, Pouring Rain, Blazing Heat, Freezing Cold, Hurricanes, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Tornadoes, and More of Nature's Fury

by Joanne O'Sullivan
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2013

This is weather beyond your wildest imagination—yet it’s all true: showers of worms from the sky, watermelon snow, gory storms, and other freakish and fun phenomena! These stories are anything but ordinary, and they will leave you stunned, horrified, amazed, and sometimes even amused at the incredible...
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Baseball

Great Records, Weird Happenings, Odd Facts, Amazing Moments & Other Cool Stuff

by Ron Martirano
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2015

Jam-packed with cool baseball trivia, history-making records, unforgettable moments, and wacky true tales of your favorite games, players and events. This book hits a grand slam right out of the park! A perfect gift for the die-hard fan of America's favorite pasttime. Baseball is rich in anecdotes...
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A Dog Walks Into a Bar...

Howlingly Funny Canine Comedy

by Joanne O'Sullivan
Language: English
Release Date: April 7, 2015

Howl with laughter at dozens of the very best dog jokes ever collected--and made even funnier by the comic color illustrations that enliven every spread. You'll bark with delight at this collection of more than 100 dog jokes by this bestselling author.  Accompanied by the colorful zany art...
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Bizarre History

Strange Happenings, Stupid Misconceptions, Distorted Facts and Uncommon Events

by Joe Rhatigan
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2011

This is history served up high-octane, with all of the fun and none of the boredom. It's not about memorizing lists of dates or names, or remembering which general won what battle. Instead, BIZARRE HISTORY merrily digs up the scandals, the strangeness, and the scintillating details that illuminate...
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