Today's Featured Books— Children and Young Adult

"In this electrifying installment, debut novelist Ryan Wakefield takes readers into a fantasy world filled with intelligent hybrid animals and magical wonders while exploring the themes of friendship, family, loyalty, courage, compassion, and responsibility." -GoodReads review. Journey to Jumbalot is an award-winning, action-packed middle grade fantasy novel. "Are you craving a wild children's adventure filled with unusual fantastical creatures? Then you definitely do not want to miss Journey to Jumbalot!" -Feathered Quill From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

In this entertaining story, children will gain a better understanding about keeping promises and the responsibilities that come with having a pet. When the pets start coming home, the work of caring for the pets increases too. Will Mariah remember her promises to help care for the pets? "My son loves this book! It's one of his favorite stories and he is always asking to read No More Pets before bedtime. Lovely story." - Reader review From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

Six-year-old Ira couldn’t stop thinking about the Padugudus. No one had ever seen them, so she could only imagine. Did they have beaks longer than her hand? Or eyes larger than a football? Did they have legs? Were they scary, or friendly? Join Ira as she journeys to Antarctica in search of Padugudu, a flying penguin that people have only heard of but no one has seen yet. From $7 SHOP NOW / 

“A splendid conception” -Kirkus. When he infiltrates a secret forest society in charge of monster control, mostly-invisible Casey Grimes and his little sister Gloria set out to defeat the Butchers before the beasts eat their new-found friends. "Original and inventive, full of courage and heart" -Amy Wilson, author of A Far Away Magic, Shadows of Winterspell, and The Wild Way Home From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Why are some good dads not around? Could it be their jobs? Or something more? Daddy Loves You explains to children ages 3-8, in their own words, different scenarios for why a dad may not physically be present in a kid's life. And - most important - to show them that love is never the issue. A great Father's Day gift; no other children's book dives deep into this subject matter like this. From $4.99 SHOP NOW / 

"A lovely way to introduce the idea of DNA and genetics to kids ... and adults!" -MK. Cloud Named Chloe and Her Cat Louey skillfully unites problem solving with joy of life—all through delightful collaboration. No drama, no competition, just the search for knowledge, fun of teamwork, warmth of love, security of friendship. From $5 SHOP NOW / 

“A dad-side complement to Love You Forever.” -Kirkus Reviews. You are strong. You are brave. You are so incredibly good. On an ordinary night in an ordinary house, a father's ordinary words do something extraordinary. Lulled to sleep by these whispered affirmations, his baby girl grows into a fun-loving child, a confident teen, and then a courageous young woman. Goodnight Whispers is a heartwarming story about a father's love and the power of affirmation. “A beautiful, poetic story." –Amazon review From $16.99 SHOP NOW / 

All her life, Breena had always dreamed about fairies as though she lived among them...beautiful fairies living among mortals and living in Feyland. In her dreams, he was always there - the breathtakingly handsome, but dangerous Winter Prince, Kian. This edgy tale about beautiful and dangerous fairies, based on Dutch lore, will leave you breathless. Now in development as a television series! From $4.99 SHOP NOW / 

"Sensitive and Engaging." ~BookLife Reviews. A tragic brain injury devastates Ollie Buckmeyer, but it also leaves behind an amazing talent. Now he must use this gift to rebuild his life. "A rewarding page-turner." ~Foreword Clarion From $4.99 SHOP NOW / 

Jimmy Crikey developed his abilities to protect his Earthly home but the Sky Islands are attacked by Zyrons. The witches, their apprentice Jade and the Weatherman , unite to repel the invaders, aided by Jimmy and XRU. The Zyrons are expelled but the Weatherman disappears. The witches search Solar System in Jimmy’s starship and find him in the caverns of Mars where the Ropians live. They threaten because they need water. They need the Weatherman, to bring rain. Jimmy must meet the challenge. From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

Callie is pretty much in a constant state of worry, but when she sees a monster in the lake behind her trailer park one morning, all of that anxiety disappears. The monster makes her feel inexplicably wild and calm and magical; she’d do anything to feel that way again. A story about a queer girl falling for her best friend, avoiding her toxic ex, and looking for a lake monster. From $5.99 SHOP NOW / 

Sneak peek of the first two chapters! A starry-eyed boy. A cryptic map. A mythical treasure. What perils await in the chasing of dreams? "Ms. Wagner is a brilliant storyteller who, like a poet, handpicks each word, causing the reader to feel, smell, and taste what Swift and other characters are experiencing. The story is tight, riveting, and fun, and will pull on your heartstrings. This novella deserves a broad audience. Bravo once again, Ms. Wagner." -Nick Chiarkas, author of the award-winning novel, Weepers. Get the first two chapters free now, or pre-order the entire book (coming August 3) for $2.99. From $0 SHOP NOW / 

"A gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the courage of trusting one's self." -Casey L. Bond, author of When Wishes Bleed. Ava was supposed to be many things, meek, submissive, and above all, silent. But when this rebellious princess rides off to war instead, the fate of two great kingdoms rests in her ability to tell friend from foe, enemy from ally. Ending the war will mean a terrible sacrifice, and the revelation of a dark secret she's carried for far too long… From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Why are some good dads not around? Could it be their jobs? Or something more? Daddy Loves You explains to children ages 3-8, in their own words, different scenarios for why a dad may not physically be present in a kid's life. And - most important - to show them that love is never the issue. From $4.99 SHOP NOW /