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Twelve-year-old Caroline Kline doesn’t believe in miracles. Not after her mom died, and certainly not after her family lost everything in Hurricane Emma. All Caroline wants to do is fit in at school, make some friends, and, above all else, just be normal. But when Caroline takes a job walking Denver, her neighbor’s dog, her plans quickly get turned completely upside down.

What would you wish for? In this young middle-grade novel by the Newbery Medal– and Newbery Honor–winning author, four kids in the same town are each granted two wishes. Full of magic, adventure, friendship, family, surprises, and lots of dogs, this is for listeners who love Katherine Applegate and Sara Pennypacker.

Dogs really are man's best friend - and we can prove it! In this uplifting collection, listeners will discover the incredible true stories of talented, brave, and daring dogs whose exploits have made them world-famous. These tales of canine courage, loyalty and intelligence will warm any dog-lovers heart. Over 30 stories are included, brought to life by narrator Fran Burgoyne. Find out all about...

Ryan is lonely. He’s an only child and his dad is away serving in the military. He can’t have pets and all he wants is a dog. So he decides to make one. He loves computers and building things, but everyone thinks he’s just playing around, making a toy. He focuses on creating the best Kay-9 he can but can he prove that his robot dog isn’t just a toy?

“What does Dudley do all day while we're away?” Sam wonders. Mom explains that Dudley does ordinary dog things: he eats, naps, guards the house, and plays. But in Sam's mind, Dudley's day at home is anything but ordinary. Delightful digital paintings depict the human activities Sam imagines Dudley is doing–which don't quite match Mom's explanations.

Ben is short. Zip is shorter. One day while they are walking on the boardwalk, a sudden storm blows in. Frightened by the thunder, Zip disappears into the crowd. Pint-sized Ben tries to search for Zip, but all he sees are knees! Right knees, left knees, knees with sandy patches. Fat knees, bony knees, knees with bumps and scratches. Ben finds a higher spot. Now all he sees are bellies! He climbs the highest lookout on the beach—the lifeguard stand—and sees that the rain has chased everyone from the beach! Now how will Ben find Zip?

Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care, until they can find the perfect forever home. Trixie loves playing dress up, and this gives Lizzie a brilliant idea. Halloween is just around the corner, and she plans a costume contest for the dogs at the shelter.

When a new puppy joins the family, this cute little bundle of joy brings both fun and new responsibilities! The excitement of this big event is explored with warmth and humour by Giles Andreae, the author of international bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance. From walks in the park, to chewed shoelaces!

In this delightful sequel, Ham and Cheese are heading to middle school. While Cheese is brimming with excitement, Ham feels a bit nervous about what the new year will bring. Follow their heartwarming journey as they navigate the ups and downs of their first days at school, learning valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the joy of discovery.

In the heart of a sprawling garden, amidst the vibrant colours of nature, lived a beagle like no other—Bartok. With floppy ears that danced in the breeze and a tail that wagged with unbridled excitement, Bartok was a beacon of charm and curiosity. His days were thrilling journeys filled with excitement and wonder as he explored every nook and cranny of his lush surroundings, his nose leading the way through each adventure.

Explore the enchanting tales of "101 Ways a Dog Can Get to Heaven." This delightful collection showcases how acts of loyalty, bravery, and love might earn dogs their place among the angels. From comforting lonely ghosts in abandoned houses to embarking on wild road trips chasing squirrels across state lines, each story celebrates the noble virtues of dogs and their journey to celestial bliss. Meet the dog that befriends a lonely ghost and helps it find peace, or the adventurous pup that digs so deep it discovers a long-lost treasure.

Its Christmas time! A puppy called the Littlest Coyote makes a few mistakes and gets banned from the house. They take him to a kennel for the night where he meets strange singing dogs and he gets to howl a lot. Does his family come and get him ever?

A puppy called the Littlest Coyote decides to go exploring one day. He makes new friends and spends the night alone out there. Does he make it home to his family? Listen and find out!

Een grappig en ontroerend verhaal over liefde en afscheid nemen Amir is vreselijk verdrietig. De allerliefste hond van de wereld is dood. Op de plek naast zijn bed waar Oela altijd sliep, heeft zijn moeder een oud tapijt neergelegd. Maar het is geen gewoon tapijt: het stelt zich voor als Zafar Omar Emín Faroek de Veertiende (kortweg: Zoef) en het kan vliegen! Zoef en Amir gaan op een avontuurlijke reis naar de Grens om Oela terug te halen voordat zij definitief oversteekt.

Das Schwert des Camulogeno Homöopatix hat Quadratus das Schwert von Camulogenos verkauft und gerät darüber in heftigen Streit mit Majestix. Majestix nimmt Quadratus das Schwert ab und wird nun von Zerberus und seinen Beagles gejagt. Um die Situation zu retten, besorgt Astmatix einen Zaubertrank von Weissnix, doch bekommt er wieder mal einen verkehrten Trank. Das Schwert verschwindet am Ende in den Wolken und landet in einem Stein, wo es von dem kleinen, trotzdem nicht ganz unbekannten Artus entdeckt wird.

Beim Teutates! Wie alle Jahre soll in Lutetia das gallische Teutatesfest stattfinden, doch General Labienus hat es diesmal verboten. Die ganze Stadt wird überwacht. Da hat Idefix die rettende Idee: Er lockt die Römer in die Katakomben und die Einwohner von Lutetia können in den Wald. Dort kann Teutates nun gefeiert werden. Hundsfeind Nr. 1 Monalisa lässt durch Zerberus böse Gerüchte über die Unbeugsamen verbreiten, um diese zu spalten. Dertutnix fällt darauf rein und will Idefix zeigen, dass er der "Hundsfeind Nr. 1" in Lutetia ist. Bald rächen sich die Unbeugsamen und säen nun ihrerseits Zwietracht unter Zerberus und seinen Beagles.

Meet Perla. She's a small dog with a BIG personality and a very impressive roar. When she's adopted by the Ricos, a Mexican-American family in search of a guard dog, Perla quickly makes friends with seven-year old Nico Rico – who needs someone to help him deal with the school bullies. Soon, Perla has changed the lives of everyone in the Rico family … and found a place in their hearts forever.

Rebel is a good dog, and he loves his simple, perfect life on the farm with his owner Tom – until one day the war comes too close… Now Tom is determined to join the rebellion to defeat the king's men. But Rebel knows war is dangerous, and he will stop at nothing to save the human he loves. Rebel must bring Tom home before it's too late.

It’s summertime, so Deven gets a new video game, Grandad gets a new used RV, and Jayden finally gets a new dog! You know how it is with dogs–you want to take them everywhere: On a police chase, Up the elevator, On the roof, To the theater…

B has lived with so many different foster families and youth programs that they have to invent nicknames for them to keep track. Their parents died in a car accident when they were four, and they’ve been moved around ever since. And even though some foster families don’t really get B or why they haven’t picked a new name yet (though B has been grappling with that for a while), B tries their best to stay positive. They try to keep a list of names that might fit, and they dream of being able to live in a home where they could adopt a dog and teach him all sorts of tricks.