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Debbie Dadey

    Debbie Dadey is an accomplished author and co-author of numerous children's books. With a background as a teacher and librarian, she brings a unique perspective to her writing for young readers. Her prolific output includes beloved series that have captured the imagination of children. Dadey's passion for storytelling shines through in her engaging narratives.

    Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #3)
    Keyholders 4: The Wrong Side of Magic
    Sleepover at the Haunted Museum
    The Narwhal Problem
    Barkley's School For Dogs. Santa Dog
    A Royal Tea
    • 2024

      The Bailey School Kids anticipate a fun pizza party at Jewel's Pizza Castle, but their excitement turns to curiosity when they encounter smoke and roars from the kitchen. Their imaginations run wild as they speculate about the possibility of Sir George harboring a dragon. The blend of playful adventure and mystery sets the stage for an engaging tale that captures the whimsical spirit of childhood exploration.

      Dragons Don't Cook Pizza: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #4)
    • 2023

      The story follows Eddie and Howie as they visit Eddie's great-aunt Mathilda, where eerie occurrences begin to unfold. Howie becomes unsettled by a shadowy figure in the window and strange patterns made by his potato chips. The duo, along with their friends, must confront their fears and investigate the possibility of a ghost residing in the attic, blending humor and mystery in this spooky adventure.

      Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #3)
    • 2023
    • 2023

      Rosie the little mermaid learns to make friends in this first book of the Mini Mermaid tales QUIX chapter book series that’s a spinoff of the popular Mermaid Tales series and is perfect for emerging readers. Rosie is a little mermaid who loves dancing with dolphins and building towering sandcastles. But she’s just moved to Trident City and doesn’t have one single friend to join her. She’s too young to go to Trident Academy with her older cousin Rocky, her parents are busy at work, and Manny Nanny, who takes care of Rosie, can be kind of boring, even though she’s super nice. Then, Rosie meets Aqua and finds that having a new friend might be more trouble than it’s worth!

      The Friendship Wish
    • 2023
    • 2022

      Mrs. Jeepers may -- or may not -- be a vampire in this funny and spooky series from Graphix Chapters. Get ready for summer reading with a special edition of Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots! The third graders at Bailey Elementary are so hard to handle that all of their teachers have quit. But their new teacher, Mrs. Jeepers, is different -- to say the least. She's just moved from Transylvania into a spooky old house in Bailey City. She wears a mysterious brooch that glows as green as her eyes. Could Mrs. Jeepers be a vampire? Featuring a beloved story by Marcia Thornton Jones and Debbie Dadey and fresh artwork by Academy Award winner Pearl Low, Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots is the first-ever graphic novel adaptation of Scholastic's classic chapter book series. Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers. Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!

      Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #1) (Summer Reading)
    • 2022

      A field trip to a science museum leads the Bailey School Kids to encounter the mysterious Dr. Victor and his imposing assistant, Frank. As they explore the eerie museum, they uncover secrets hidden behind closed doors, questioning Dr. Victor's activities in his concealed lab. The story takes an intriguing twist with Frank, who, despite his monstrous appearance, has a passion for gardening, raising questions about identity and appearances.

      Frankenstein Doesn't Plant Petunias: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #2)
    • 2021
    • 2021

      A young mermaid's friends turn her small birthday party/sleepover into a big extravaganza, complete with a scavenger hunt, scary stories, crafts, a makeup session, and "glow-in-the dark Shell Wars."

      Sleepover at the Haunted Museum
    • 2019

      Dive into ten enchanting underwater adventures with Shelly Siren and her friends Echo, Kiki, and Pearl. This boxed set promises a journey filled with friendship, magic, and the wonders of the ocean, perfect for young readers eager to explore the vibrant world of mermaids. Each tale captures the spirit of adventure and the beauty of camaraderie among these delightful characters.

      Mermaid Tales Sea-Tacular Collection Books 1-10 (Boxed Set): Trouble at Trident Academy; Battle of the Best Friends; A Whale of a Tale; Danger in the