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Joan Holub

    This author is a bestselling children's book author whose work focuses on empowering girls and presenting inspirational role models for young readers. Through her stories, she aims to inspire and motivate children to discover their own strengths. She writes with a passion for what she does, clearly loving her craft.

    Medusa the Mean
    Thunder Girls Adventure Collection Books 1-4 (Boxed Set): Freya and the Magic Jewel; Sif and the Dwarfs' Treasures; Idun and the Apples of Youth; Skad
    Fa-La-La Llama (Touch-and-Feel Board Book)
    Goddes Girls. Athena the Wise
    Artemis the Hero
    This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer
    • Engaging and colorful, this board book introduces young readers to 10 influential women who made significant contributions to history. Designed for trailblazers-in-training, it presents these role models in a way that is accessible and appealing to little ones. The book's vibrant illustrations enhance the learning experience, making it a perfect choice for early education.

      This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer
    • Meet the treacherous Alpheus in this twenty-eighth Goddess Girls adventure! After the sneaky river god Alpheus takes a precious cup from a river nymph, it’s up to Artemis to get it back! When Alpheus challenges Artemis to a surprisingly easy bet, with the winner getting the cup, Artemis thinks it’s too good to be true—and realizes Alpheus will stop at nothing to win. Can Artemis be a hero to her friends?

      Artemis the Hero
    • Goddes Girls. Athena the Wise

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.3(3217)Add rating

      These classic myths from the Greek pantheon are given a modern twist that contemporary tweens can relate to, from dealing with bullies like Medusa to a first crush on an unlikely boy. Goddess Girls follows four goddesses-in-training – Athena, Persephone, Aphrodite, and Artemis – as they navigate the ins and outs of divine social life at Mount Olympus Academy, where the most priviledged gods and goddesses of the Greek pantheon hone their mythical skills. In book 5, Principal Zeus asks Athena to help Heracles (aka Hercules in the Roman pantheon) complete his twelve labors. But when Heracles starts borrowing Athena's friends things without asking, will she be able to help him set things straight?

      Goddes Girls. Athena the Wise
    • Get ready to deck the halls with these joyful, singing, colorful llamas in this whimsical board book, with touch-and-feel on every page! 'Tis the season to be jolly! Join this crew of llamas as they celebrate the season with joyful singing, twinkling tree lights, and cozy good cheer, in this playful board book sung to the tune of "Deck the Halls." Little ones won't be able to resist the eye-catching, tactile, hands-on touch-and-feel on every page, from the crinkly foil of a present to a soft, fluffy sweater. New York Times bestselling author Joan Holub's text is full of holiday charm and begs to be sung aloud, and illustrations from artist Alison Black are bold, colorful, and will have readers laughing with delight on every page. With the effervescent silliness of Sandra Boynton, irresistibly adorable llamas, and perfectly touchable touch-and-feel, this stocking stuffer is the must-have holiday gift purchase of the season!

      Fa-La-La Llama (Touch-and-Feel Board Book)
    • Set in a world rich with Norse mythology, this enchanting series follows a group of young characters who embark on thrilling adventures filled with magic and the bonds of friendship. Authored by Joan Holub and Suzanne Williams, the narrative weaves together mythical elements and relatable themes, making it a captivating read for fans of fantasy and mythology.

      Thunder Girls Adventure Collection Books 1-4 (Boxed Set): Freya and the Magic Jewel; Sif and the Dwarfs' Treasures; Idun and the Apples of Youth; Skad
    • Seeking to become immortal like the other Goddess Girls, Medusa searches for a magical necklace, an effort that is compromised by her mean reputation, her snaky hair, and unexpected consequences.

      Medusa the Mean
    • Who Was Charles Schulz?

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      4.3(152)Add rating

      Learn more about the cartoonist who created Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the lovable Peanuts gang in this new addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series! Charles (otherwise known as Sparky) Schulz always loved drawing from the time he was a young child, and as he grew older, he turned this passion into a phenomenally successful career. His early doodles of his mischievous dog and of a shy boy inspired two of his most familiar and beloved characters, Charlie Brown and Snoopy. Here's the story about Peanuts gang and Charles's life that's sure to excite all readers but especially those who love the classic cartoon series.

      Who Was Charles Schulz?
    • Who Was Jim Henson?

      • 106 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      4.2(647)Add rating

      Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces and rod-controlled arms. His Muppets became world-renowned celebrities and formed the backbone of a media empire. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this easy-to-read biography will be published twenty years after Henson's untimely death.

      Who Was Jim Henson?
    • Just in time for baseball season! Babe Ruth came from a poor Baltimore family and, as a kid, he was a handful. It was at a reform school that Babe discovered his talent for baseball, and by the age of nineteen, he was on his way to becoming a sports legend. Babe was often out of shape and even more often out on the town, but he had a big heart and an even bigger swing! Kids will learn all about the Home Run King in this rags-to- riches sports biography. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, a true sports legend is brought to life.

      Who Was Babe Ruth?
    • Little Red Writing

      • 36 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.2(40)Add rating

      Acclaimed writer Joan Holub and Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet team up in this hilarious and exuberant retelling of Little Red Riding Hood , in which a brave, little red pencil finds her way through the many perils of writing a story, faces a ravenous pencil sharpener (the Wolf 3000)... and saves the day.

      Little Red Writing