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Page 1: Horowhenua Libraries' September Newsletter
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Shark Wars by E. J. Altbacker Only one shark can rule the ocean. Gray is the biggest shark in his clan and his insatiable appetite has forced him from the reef. His best friend Barkley joins him, but their hunt for food leads them into the dangerous Big Blue. When Gray and Barkley accidentally swim into Goblin Shiver territory they have no choice but to join them. They must fight against the rival sharks at Razor Shiver in order to survive. But for Gray an even bigger battle awaits—one that will test his true blue courage to the limits...

Nanny Piggins and the Rival Ringmaster by R. A. Spratt The most dangerous pig ever to put on a leotard In book five of her enthralling adventures, Nanny Piggins discovers some startling truths about the ruthless Ringmaster, provides counseling to a Molavadinian princess with pre-wedding jitters, inadvertently wins a Nobel Prize while impersonating her sister and catches up with her favourite 4-tonne friend, Esmeralda the forgetful elephant

Tarzan—the Greystoke Legacy by Andy Briggs The deadly jungle Robbie Canler fled to the Congo jungle to escape a dark secret. Working with illegal loggers, his camp is attacked by a savage force. A missing teen Jane Porter, daughter of the camp’s boss, goes missing. Kidnapped? Rebel soldiers lurk in the jungle. And there are rumours of a feral ape-man at large. A desperate rescue mission Robbie sets out alone to find her. Time is running out. Only one man can help...

Star Style by Sienna Mercer ‘This could be their big chance!’ A top Hollywood producer thinks the twins are The Next Big Thing. But a wooden stake would be better at acting than Ivy. And Olivia has to keep quiet about her real-life role, as superstar Jackson’s girlfriend. But a jealous vampire actress might blow the coffin lid off the secret… A killer story to sink your teeth into

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The School for the Insanely Gifted by Dan Elish Daphna knew every sound the old apartment could make. The squeak of the

refrigerator. The creak of the closet door. But this particular creak– for what‘s what it

was– sounded different. Was there a pigeon on the windowsill? Worse, a mouse in the

bathroom? Daphna drew in a breath and turned slowly to face the empty apartment. The

room was still. Too still. Was someone hiding behind the sofa? Under the coffee table?

―Relax,‖ she told herself, exhaling. Her heart pounded...

Scary School by Derek the Ghost (aka Derek Kent) Congratulations on your acceptance to Scary School! The drawbridge lowers at 7:30 a.m. and classes begin at 8:00 a.m.

Your homeroom teacher, Ms. Fang, will provide you with textbooks, garlic, and goblin

repellent.

If you are late, you will have to report to detention with a hungry T. res, so please be on

time and mind your fingers and toes at all times. Some of your classmates may bite.

Movie for Dogs by Lois Duncan Lights, camera, action—woof! When Bruce and his sister Andi find out about a

dog-themed filmmaking contest, they can‘t wait to enter. Bruce‘s dog Red Rover is

clearly a star, Andi can write the screenplay, and Bruce can be the director and camera-

man. But making the movie is just the beginning– before they know it, Hollywood calls! A

talented therapy dog, a talking canine and his ruthless trainer, and the worst scam yet by

their nemesis Jerry Gordon make this one summer project Andi and Bruce will never

forget. And the biggest plot twist of all– is it possible Bruce has found a girlfriend?

The Sisters Club—Rule of Three by Megan McDonald

Alex has always been the Actor-with-a-Capital-A in the Reel family, and middle-sister

Stevie has always been content to stay behind the scenes. But when auditions for the

school musical are announced, Stevie decides that maybe she‘s tired of being the

Sensible One. Maybe, for once, she‘d like to be the one in the spotlight. With little-

sister Joey egging them on, Stevie and Alex are soon engaged in a fierce competition to

find out which one of them has what it takes to play the lead.

Dinosaur Rescue—Stego-Snottysaurus by Kyle Mewburn

Sometimes a big brain means trouble How do you stop a dinosaur from getting people flu? Arg has to find an answer

fast… or the dinosaurs are doomed?

The son of Neptume

(Heroes of Olympus, book 2)

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Pirates by Peter Chrisp The ultimate visual guide to piracy—the life of seafarers, their incredible battles

and treacherous travels across the high seas.

Join the crew of a pirate galley, blast a cannon at the enemy, make merry in a pirate port

and lead the search for sunken treasure.

From the Caribbean to the South China Sea, meet history‘s most notorious pirates

and find out why some of them came to such a stick end.

The Life Cycle of Reptiles by Darlene R. Stille

What is a tuatara? How do reptiles grow? Why do reptiles hibernate? Read The life Cycle of Reptiles to find out the answers to these questions and more.

Each book in the Life Cycles series takes an in-depth look at the way that different

creatures are born, grow and reproduct. You will also learn about adaptation and

classification, as well as how these creatures‘ lives are linked to the habitats in which

they live

Mammals by David Burnie The ultimate visual guide to the world’s mammals—dangerous predators, ocean

giants, burrowing rodents and clever primates.

Discover amazing creatures in their own habitats, from scorching deserts and tropical

rainforests to vast grasslands and frozen tundra.

Dive into a kelp forest to swim with otters and seals, join wolves on a pack hunt, watch

bears catch salmon and climb trees with the monkeys

Air Sports by Ellen Labrecque

What suit allows an athlete to fly through the air like a superhero? Books in the Extreme Sport series give you a glimpse into a world of daredevils, record-

breaking feats, and thrill=seeking athletes. Read Air Sports to learn about skydiving,

hang-gliding, safety, healthy living, and exercise to put you on the right track to

becoming an extreme athlete yourself!

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France by Mary Colson Why do French people celebrate “Bastille Day?” Who was Napoleon? What

is school like in France?

This high-interest, lavishly illustrated series offers comprehensive coverage of

countries around the globe. Discover a vibrant and diverse range of landscapes,

peoples and cultures. Explore the landmarks and food of different regions, follow

the current affairs and personalitites shaping nations, and learn about the wildlife,

Wheel Sports by Michael Hurley

How fast can a street luge go? Look inside this book for the answer! Books in the Extreme Sport series give you a

glimpse into a world of daredevils, record-breaking feats, and thrill-seeking athletes.

Read Wheel Sports to learn about mountain biking, BMX racing, Formula 1 racing, and

more! You‘ll also find tips for safety, healthy living, and exercise to put you on the right

track to becoming an extreme athlete yourself.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon The ultimate guide is a must for any Transformers fan! Learn all about the

Autobot and Decepticon warriors, discover the history of the war on Cybertron,

and uncover the secrets of the mysterious Space Bridge that is revealed in the

new film: Transformers Dark of the Moon.

Plus, test your Transformers knowledge with the awesome quiz at the end!

Drawing Dragons by Steve Beaumont Bring to life creatures from your dreams… or your nightmares! Illustrator Steve Beaumont shows you how to draw mythical monters with confidence and

flair. You can create exceptional artworks simply by following his clear, step-by-step

instructions. This book is a guide to illustrating fire-breathing dragons, bizarre basilisks

and the terrifying Medusa. It includes tips on drawing scales, wings and complete

directions for creating a dragon‘s lair scene

Inside the Olympics by Nick Hunter Which sports are part of the Olympic Games? Who decides which city will host the Olympics? Who has won the most Olympic gold medal? Inside the Olympics takes you to the heart of the world‘s greatest sporting festival.

Discover the history of the Games from their origins in ancient Greece to the Olympics

in London 2012. The book explores the great sporting moments, athletes, and

controversies that have made the Olympic games

Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!

Special Edition 2012

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Pirates go to School by Corinne Demas Pirates and their parrots go to school, and it‘s time to hang up their swords

and have fun.

They learn reading and math, and they bring their pirate treasure for

show-and-tell.

For pirates, going to school is as much fun as a game of ―walk the plank.‖

First Week at Cow School by Andy Cutbill

Marjorie the cow feels jolly proud when her daughter, Daisy, starts

school. But lessons aren‘t as easy as they seem… Daisy can‘t hoof paint or

swat flies like the other cows, and cowpat training is a disaster! Yet

Marjorie soon discovers that Daisy has a surprising talent to make her

stand out from the herd!

Apple Pie ABC by Alison Murray

A delicious introduction to the alphabet with an utterly adorable dog.

This traditional verse is retold with impeccable taste and tremendous style

by a fresh new illustrator making it a book to savour again and again.

Pirates of the sea! by Brandon Dorman “No cryin’ No dyin’ No brushin’ yer teeth! No stealin‘ No squealin‘ No eatin‘ Parrot Pete!

No Scrappin‘ No wimpy moans or groans!

No veggies No wedgies No disobeyin‘ Cap‘n Bones

It‘s the pirate code! Dow you pledge? Do you agree? Then open this book

to join the crew on the Dragonfish of Doom & become a pirate of the sea!

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Naughty Toes by Ann Bonwill Trixie and Belinda are sisters but they couldn‘t be more different!

Belinda is a born ballerina and the star of Madame Mina‘s dance class. As

far as Madame Mina is concerned, Trixie just has ‗naughty toes‘. Only Mr

Tiempo, the class pianist, has spotted Trixie‘s talents. With his help,

Trixie finds a way to reach her dreams.

Kitty Kool’s Beauty School by Michaela Morgan

When Kitty Kool opens a beauty school, she gives a magic makeover to a

ragged rabbit, a silly spider and a cranky croc.

But things don‘t go to plan!

A well-crafted story that reveals it is OK to be different and a

perfect book for any child that loves dressing-up!

The Last Viking by Norman Jorgensen

Young Josh is very brave.

He‘s not afraid of anyone or anything– except maybe the

dark. Pirates worry him a bit, of course, and so do boy-

eating dinmosaurs, and monsters under the bed. He‘s also

just a little afraid of dragons and vampires. Bur other than

those few things, Josh is as brave as a lion. Sort of. When

Josh comes face to face with real-life trouble, he begins to

find out how brave he really is …

Time to go a-viking!

Splish, Splash, Splat! by Robb Cotton

Splat does not want to have a playdate with Spike. Spike will break his

toys and eat all of his fish sweets! And he does NOT want to learn how to

swim— water is horrible, scary and wet! He‘s sure that this is going to be

the worst day ever. But when the rest of their classmates rush straight

into the pool, Splat & Spike find that they may have more in common than

they thought. Will Splat overcome his fear of water and help Spike too?

Some Dads... by Nick Bland Some dads are sporty, some dads are naughty,

and some dads just brighten your day.