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The 39 Clues: The Emperor's Code

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:02:14 PST

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The "New York Times" bestselling series. As the race to find the 39 Clues builds to its explosive finish, Amy and Dan must steal a Clue guarded by thousands of the world's best soldiers. With their enemies closing in, the siblings areeparated. Together, they almost have a chance, but alone ... Could the search for this Clue spell the end of Amy and Dan?

The 39 Clues

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:02:05 PST

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Are some secrets better left buried? As Amy and Dan track the next clue to a remote corner of the world, they make shocking discoveries about the source of the Cahills' power and the mystery of their parents' deaths. And as the threat of the mysterious Madrigals grows real, one of the clue-hunters makes the ultimate sacrifice. Amy and Dan have to decide how much they're willing to risk, and what ...

The 39 Clues

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:02:02 PST

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JOIN ANYTIME TO PLAY FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN! INCOMING! Amy and Dan have been found UNHARMED! But perhaps not for long - the ruthless Irina Spasky is right on their tail. And WHAT are those crazy kids doing poking their noses into Lucian secrets?!? Are they TRYING to get themselves killed? The 39 Clues Book 5 takes Dan and Amy on their most dangerous quest yet, one that brings them face to fa ...

The 39 Clues

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:02:00 PST

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A Clue found in Book 3 sends Amy and Dan jetting off to find out just what's behind the fierce rivalry between the Tomas and Ekaterina branches of the Cahill family. Was a Clue stolen from the Tomas branch? Where is it now? And most important, can Amy and Dan get their hands on it before their rivals do? It's a wild race that will take Amy and Dan deep into the bowels of the earth . . . and ri ...

The 39 Clues

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:01:58 PST

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ATTENTION! Amy and Dan Cahill have been located once again, this time in the company of the notoriously unreliable Alistair Oh. Could they have been foolish ...

The 39 Clues

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 6:01:48 PST

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THIS JUST IN! Amy and Dan Cahill were spotted on a train, hot on the trail of one of 39 Clues hidden around the world. BUT WAIT! Police report a break-in at an elite hotel, and the suspects ALSO sound suspiciously like Amy and Dan. UPDATE! Amy and Dan have been seen in a car . . . no, in a speedboat chase . . . and HOLD EVERYTHING! They're being chased by an angry mob?!? When there's a Clue on ...

Mockingjay

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:12:19 PST

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The Hunger Games, Vol. 3 Can Katniss Everdeen win the final fight against the Capitol? Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But now that she's made it out of the bloody arena alive, she's still not safe. The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge. Who do they think should pay for the unrest? Katniss. And what's worse, President Snow has made it clear tha ...

Catching Fire

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:57:57 PST

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Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has won the annual Hunger Games with fellow district tribute Peeta Mellark. But it was a victory won by defiance of the Capitol and their harsh rules. Katniss and Peeta should be happy. After all, they have just won for themselves and their families a life of safety and plenty. But there are rumors of rebellion among the subjects, and Katniss and Peeta, to their ...

The Hunger Games

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:57:21 PST

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In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen ...

The Heroes of Olympus, Book One

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:56:45 PST

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After saving Olympus from the evil Titan lord, Kronos, Percy and friends have rebuilt their beloved Camp Half-Blood, where the next generation of demigods must now prepare for a chilling prophecy of their own: Seven half-bloods shall answer the call, To storm or fire the world must fall. An oath to keep with a final breath, And foes bear arms to the Doors of Death. Now, in a brand-new s ...

Ironhand

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 10:43:40 PST

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Now that George Chapman has upset the fragile truce between the warring statues of London, he has been drawn into a war that will test his mettle.

Sun And Moon Ice And Snow

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:02:33 PST

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The Stoneheart Trilogy

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:01:41 PST

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Holes

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:52:59 PST

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As further evidence of his family’s bad fortune which they attribute to a curse on a distant relative, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasure, and a new sense of himself.

Kringle

Sat, 29 May 2010 0:12:03 PST

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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:43:37 PST

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Charlotte's Web

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:40:52 PST

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One of the most beloved children's classics of all time tells the story of how a little girl named Fern, with the help of a kind spider, saved one special pig. This is the bestselling, much-loved classic with a new cover look to tie in with the blockbuster film.

Pillage

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:38:50 PST

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Percy Jackson

Thu, 27 May 2010 12:34:25 PST

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In these top-secret files, Rick Riordan, Camp Half-Blood's senior scribe, gives you an inside look at the world of demigods that NO regular human child id allowed to see. These highly classified archives include three of Percy Jackson's most perilous adventure, a Spotter's Guide to Monsters, a Who's Who in Greek mythology, Percy's Summer Camp report and much more.

Things That Are

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:18:01 PST

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Alicia may be blind, but that doesn’t mean she can’t see what’s happening right in front of her eyes. Like how her parents try to give her freedom. Or how Bobby—now Robert—has returned to figure out their relationship. Or even the invisible man, William, and just how dangerous he is to Alicia, to Robert, to their whole family—or so the police say. Or is Alicia wrong this time? If her normally sha ...

Things Hoped For

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:17:19 PST

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When Gwen's grandfather disappears from their home in New York City, he leaves a message saying not to worrybut it's hard when Gwen has upcoming violin auditions at Julliard! But then she meets Robert, a fellow musician, and things seem to look up. At the same time, there are other forces in motion, like the scary great uncle who keeps coming by, and the strange man Gwen sees one day when shoppi ...

Things Not Seen

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:16:52 PST

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Fifteen-year-old Bobby thinks he knows what it's like to be invisible-he's used to being ignored by the popular kids at school (especially the girls). Even his parents hardly seem to notice whether he's home or not. Then one morning, Bobby wakes up to find that he IS invisible. For real. He can't stop wondering if he'll ever reappear-especially when his parents wreck their car and wind up in the ...

Ralph S. Mouse

Mon, 10 May 2010 12:10:30 PST

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"In a sequel worthy of The Mouse and the Motorcycle and Runaway Ralph, the dauntless mouse Ralph goes to school....Cleary captures the essence of classroom bickering and the warm relationship between a good teacher and her students....The story is a deft blend of realism and fantasy, quietly and consistently funny, and occasionally touching...Again, bravo."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's ...

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Ultimate Guide

Mon, 10 May 2010 12:06:02 PST

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It's the hand book no half-blood should be without: a fully illustrated, in-depth guide to gods, monsters, and all things Percy. This novelty companion to the best-selling series comes complete with trading cards, full-color diagrams, and maps, all packaged in a handy, "manual size" POB with a crisp, magnetic flap enclosure.

Million-Dollar Throw

Mon, 10 May 2010 11:40:41 PST

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What would you do with a million dollars, if you were 13? Nate Brodie is nicknamed Brady not only for his arm, but also because hes the biggest Tom Brady ...

The Red Pyramid

Mon, 10 May 2010 11:31:36 PST

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Brilliant Egyptologist Dr. Julius Kane unites his children, Sadie and Carter, for a"research experiment" at the British Museum, hoping to set things right for ...

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary

Sun, 9 May 2010 0:00:34 PST

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Imagine all the Wimpy Kid laughs you've had from reading the diaries, all the best bits you talk about with your friends and all the cartoons of Greg Heffley you've had a go at drawing yourself...Now imagine it all - on screen! "The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary" goes behind the scenes to tell the story of Greg Heffley from the funniest cartoon character ever, to a real live person on the big screen. A f ...

When You Reach Me

Sat, 8 May 2010 23:59:04 PST

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Four mysterious letters change Miranda’s world forever.By sixth grade, Miranda and herbest friend, Sal, know how to navigate their New York City neighborhood...

The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Prisoner's Dilemma

Sat, 8 May 2010 23:57:56 PST

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The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:28:23 PST

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The fabulous foursome readers embraced as The Mysterious Benedict Society is back with a new mission, significantly closer to home. After reuniting for a celebratory scavenger hunt, Reynie, Kate, Sticky, and Constance are forced to go on an unexpected search--a search to find Mr. Benedict. It seems that while he was preparing the kids' adventure, he stepped right into a trap orchestrated by his ...

The Mysterious Benedict Society

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:28:12 PST

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"Are you a gifted child looking for special opportunities?"When this peculiar ad appears in the newspaper, dozens of children enroll to take a series of mysterious, mind-bending tests. (And you, dear reader, can test your wits right alongside them.) But in the end just four very special children will succeed. Their challenge: to go on a secret mission that only the most intelligent and resourcefu ...

The 39 Clues

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:05:42 PST

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Minutes before she died Grace Cahill changed her will, leaving her decendants an impossible decision: "You have a choice - one million dollars or a clue." Grace is the last matriarch of the Cahills, the world's most powerful family. Everyone from Napoleon to Houdini is related to the Cahills, yet the source of the family power is lost. 39 clues hidden around the world will reveal the family's ...

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:03:07 PST

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ORPHAN, CLOCK KEEPER, AND THIEF, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, ...

Guinness Book of World Records, 2004

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:10:50 PST

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The all-new 2004 edition of the Guinness World Records book contains more than 700 new records, 10 full-page feature spreads, and the most photographs in any Guinness World Records book in history! Popular categories in this year's edition include Sport, Science and Technology, Humans, Feats of Engineering and more. At 288 pages and a beautiful blue holographic cover, the 2004 edition will be a ...

Guinness World Records 2008

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:09:53 PST

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Guinness World Records 2008 continues to builds on the intriguing, informative, inspiring and instructional records and superlatives that have made Guinness World Records one of the most famous brands and books in the world. This year, we've created a revolutionary new design and filled it with more records than ever before. New content areas include: * FORENSIC SCIENCE: An insight into the ...

The Last Olympian

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:03:13 PST

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All the year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans, knowing the odds of a victory are grim. Kronos's army is stronger than ever, and with every god and half-blood he recruits, the veil Titan's power only grows. While the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster Typhon, Kronos begins his advance on New York City, where Mount Olympus stands virtually unguarde ...

The Battle of the Labyrinth

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:02:27 PST

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Percy Jackson isn't expecting freshman orientation to be any fun. But when a mysterious mortal acquaintance appears on campus, followed by demon cheerleaders, things quickly move from bad to worse. Time is running out as war between the Olympians and the evil Titan lord Kronos draws near. Even the safe haven of Camp Half-Blood grows more vulnerable by the minute as Kronos's army prepares to inva ...

The Titan's Curse

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:01:58 PST

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When Percy Jackson receives an urgent distress call from his friend Grover, he immediately prepares for battle. He knows he'll need his powerful demigods allies, Annabeth and Thalia, at his side; his trusty bronze sword, Riptide; and... a ride from his mom. The demigods race to the rescue, to find that Grover has made an important discovery: two new powerful half-bloods whose parentage is unknow ...

The Sea of Monsters

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:01:28 PST

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Percy Jackson's seventh-grade year has been surprisingly quiet. Not a single monster has set foot on his New York prep-school campus. But when an innocent game of dodgeball among Percy and his classmates turns into a death match against an ugly gang of cannibal giants, things get... well, ugly. and the unexpected arrival of Percy's friend Annabeth brings more bad news: the magical borders that pr ...

Night of the New Magicians

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:39:21 PST

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Merlin sends Jack and Annie on a mysterious mission to Paris, France, over a 100 years ago. There they must find four magicians and give them an urgent message from Merlin himself. When Jack and Annie land in Paris, they make their way to the 1889 World’s Fair. Below the Eiffel Tower, built especially for the fair, there are thousands of exhibits from all over the world. But how will Jack and Ann ...

Dark Day in the Deep Sea

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:39:03 PST

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Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness–secrets they need if they’re going to save Merlin. But when the magic tree house leads them to a tiny deserted island in the middle of the ocean, they’re not sure who needs help more–Merlin or themselves! The brother and sister team are soon rescued by a ship of explorers and scientists. But the crew isn’t looking for the secrets of ...

Eve of the Emperor Penguin

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:38:30 PST

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JACK AND ANNIE continue their quest for the secrets of happiness—secrets they need to save Merlin. This time, the Magic Tree House takes them to the one continent they haven’t visited before: Antarctica! What can they hope to learn about happiness in such a barren place? Only the penguins know for sure . . . Jack and Annie are about to find out!

Blizzard of the Blue Moon

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:38:02 PST

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Jack and Annie are off on another Merlin Mission. This time, Merlin has sent them to rescue a beautiful magical creature—the unicorn. But when they land in New York City during the Depression of the 1930s, Jack and Annie are confused. Where will they find a unicorn in a big city? From the Hardcover edition.

Monday with a mad genius

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:36:05 PST

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Moonlight on the Magic Flute

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:35:35 PST

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Jack and Annie head to 18th-century Austria, where they must find and help a musician bythe name of Mozart.

Dragon of the Red Dawn

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:33:30 PST

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Merlin the Magician will not eat or sleep or speak to anyone in Camelot. What can be done? The enchantress Morgan knows who to ask for help: young Jack and Annie of Frog Creek, Pennsylvania! The brother-and-sister team quickly head off in the magic tree house on another magical and historical adventure. Their mission: discover one of the four secrets of happiness. Their journey: to a land of ...

A Good Night for Ghosts

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:52:45 PST

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was hidden by the brim of a black hat. He wore a gray jacket with a double row of buttons, a red sash, and dark pants tucked inside black boots. ...

Ramona Quimby, Age 8

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:49:16 PST

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Ramona Quimby, one of the most loved characters in children's fiction, has now reached third grade. At school, she acquires a new teacher, Mrs. Whaley, who addresses the class as "you guys." At home, she helps the family "squeak by" as her father returns to college to become an art teacher. All the Quimbys have their ups and downs, but none feels them more intensely than Ramona. Her low point is ...

Ultimate Handbook

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:45:45 PST

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Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh. Ash's Pokemon journey has taken him through some incredible regions, and now they're all in one book! This deluxe handbook includes facts & figures for every Pokemon ever. That's over 480 entries--packed with inside info and special tips. It's truly the ultimate guide for every Pokemon fan.

Pokemon

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:43:48 PST

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Ultimate Lego Book

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 7:16:10 PST

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Discover the LEGO Universe! This unique book brings DK style to the world of LEGO, one of the world's best-selling toys. It presents amazing LEGO sculptures -- from life-size dinosaurs, to a time machine, to Einstein's head, more than 15 feet tall. It features stunning original photography from LEGO model-making centers, as well as the LEGO Group's archives, parks, and competitions. It also inven ...

Runaway Ralph

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 7:07:37 PST

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"The rousing notes of the bugle and the laughter and shouting increased the feeling of rebellion within Ralph. As the last strains of the bugle call hovered in the clear mountain air, Ralph made up his mind. He knew now what he was going to do. He was going to run away. Fed up with his timid mother and uncle and his squirmy little cousins, Ralph hops onto his toy motorcycle and zooms down the ro ...

Lost and Found

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 7:00:14 PST

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The Grayson twins are moving to a new town. Again. Although it's a drag to be constantly mistaken for each other, in truth, during those first days at a new school, there's nothing better than having a twin brother there with you. But on day one of sixth grade, Ray stays home sick, and Jay is on his own. No big deal. It's a pretty nice school, good kids, too. But Jay quickly discovers a major mis ...

Guinness World Records 2010

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 6:44:36 PST

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Guinness World Records 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 6:43:00 PST

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Guinness World Records 2009 continues to build on the intriguing, informative, inspiring and instructional records and superlatives that have made Guinness World Records one ...

Marley

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 10:35:58 PST

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Make way for Marley! When the Grogan family is ready for a dog, they choose Marley, a yellow furball of a puppy who quickly grows into a large, rowdy Labrador retriever. Marley has a zest for life, and as he grows, so does his enthusiasm. He has an appetite for whatever he can get his paws on--from fine jewelry to underwear--and the one thing he "always" finds is trouble. Marley even gets kicke ...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 10:31:12 PST

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It’s summer vacation, the weather’s great, and all the kids are having fun outside. So where’s Greg Heffley? Inside his house, playing video games with the shades drawn. Greg, a self-confessed “indoor person,” is living out his ultimate summer fantasy: no responsibilities and no rules. But Greg’s mom has a different vision for an ideal summer . . . one packed with outdoor activities and “family ...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 9:52:29 PST

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The highly anticipated third book in the critically acclaimed and bestselling series takes the art of being wimpy to a whole new level. Let’s face it: Greg Heffley will never change his wimpy ways. Somebody just needs to explain that to Greg’s father. You see, Frank Heffley actually thinks he can get his son to toughen up, and he enlists Greg in organized sports and other “manly” endeavors. Of c ...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 9:50:29 PST

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The highly anticipated sequel to the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling book! Secrets have a way of getting out, especially when a diary is involved. Whatever you do, dont ask Greg Heffley how he spent his summer vacation, because he definitely doesnt want to talk about it. As Greg enters the new school year, hes eager to put the past three months behind him . . . and one event in particul ...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 9:47:32 PST

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The School Story

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 9:42:00 PST

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