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'These novels, in straddling immediacy and permanence, the personal as well as the scope of a world tilting toward disaster, are the ones we might well be looking back on years from now as the defining literature of an indefinable era. And the shape the telling takes is, if not salvation, brilliance itself' - The New York Times on the Seasonal quartet so far

Channeling her frustrations into email drafts - ones that she'd never send - seemingly perfect Sadie Wen finds her carefully crafted, conflict-free life turned upside down when the email is sent out accidentally, and the only person growing to appreciate the 'real' Sadie is the only boy she's sworn to hate

Margo, Kate and Laura were brought up like sisters amidst the peerless grandeur of Templeton House. But it was Margo whose dreams first took her far away . . .Margo Sullivan had everything a young woman could ask for. But while growing up along the rocky cliffs of Monterey, she couldn't help but dream of bigger things. The daughter of the Templeton's stern Irish housekeeper, Margo had been treated like a member of the family. Deep down, she knew that money could not buy the thing she craved most -- her mother's acceptance.Maybe things would be different if she could be sweet like Laura -- or had Kate's shrewd head for business. But all Margo knew how to do was be Margo, and that meant doing things her own way -- no matter what the consequences . . .

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Amy's summer is just underway when Alfredo Escobar, a member of a world-famous polo legacy, contacts her. He urgently needs Amy's help with a troubled horse--at a luxurious estate in the Hamptons! The Escobars expect the best from their ponies--and their riders. If Alfredo and his pony, Impala, can't learn to work together, they'll both be in trouble. When Amy realizes the problems may be Alfredo's and not Impala's, she'll have to decide how far she's willing to go. With more than a million and a half books sold in the U.S., Heartland is a series that resonates with horse lovers in a unique way. This Heartland Special Edition gives loyal readers a glimpse into Amy's life beyond the traditional series. Sample chapter and trading cards are available online.

Readers have been pining to find out what happens to Carrie, Emma, Sam and the rest of the gang on Sunset Island. Now Cherie Bennett offers a sensational finale to the popular Sunset Island series--proving that the summer may end, but friendship is forever.

In the second book of the Suitehearts series, magical Matchmakers and cousins Cora and Rose attend an elite summer training camp where rivals, romances, and troublesome Kindlings await. Perfect for fans of Whatever After by Sarah Mlynowski. You're invited to Camp Hotel Coeur! It's Hotel Coeur's turn to host the annual training camp for Matchmakers-in-training, and they're going all out: charm classes, enchantment exercises, matchmaking competitions, even a magically designed buddy system. After conquering their first matchmaking tests, Rose and Cora feel ready to face anything. After all, what could be harder than headstrong Kindlings, broken hearts, and brand-new magic But this magical camp doesn't play by the rules. Cora, who just wants to lie low, is suddenly thrust into the spotlight for her unique magical abilities and paired with newbie Matchmaker Hunter--who's cool, charismatic...and her total opposite. Rose is paired with her nemesis, Julien Swift--her biggest competition for years. Rose is determined to outshine him, but lately, nothing seems to be going right for her...not even her magic. To succeed, Rose and Cora will have to take on new friends, magical mishaps, a dash of romance, and fiercer challenges than ever on their journey to become Hotel Coeur's finest Matchmakers. Perfect for fans of Witchlings and the Friendship List series, this spectacular sequel will see readers charmed by the same thrills and magic that started Cora and Rose's journey as these two Matchmakers soar to even greater heights.

With graduation looming, the Carter House girls are struggling with college visits, prom dress warfare, and boyfriend situations that are going from bad to worse. Mrs. Carter ups the stress level by planning a typical over-the-top Mother s Day fashion show, and things get tense when the designer favors certain models. Through it all, surprises are in store for each girl as their time at Carter House comes to an end. As final good-byes approach, some friendships will deepen while others crumble. Will the girls resolve old differences or part ways as enemies?"

Ballet intrigue, a best friend predicament, and a bullying problem to solve keep Amy plenty busy in this adventure. Claire, the older sister of Amy Green's very best friend, Mills, has a dancing dilemma. Claire has landed the lead in Budapest Ballet Company's production of Romeo and Juliet. It's the role of a lifetime (not to mention that her Romeo is the hot and talented Hungarian dancer Péter Bako), so why does she seem so depressed? And why won't she talk to anyone about what's bothering her? Amy Green and her aunt Clover, advice-givers extraordinaire, are coming to the rescue. It may take some serious snooping and a trip to Budapest, but Amy and Clover are determined to help the budding ballet star get back on her feet.

Good-by Betsy...Hello, BetsyeBetsy Ray is now a sophomore, and she and her Crowd are in the thick of things at Deep Valley High. Between parties, exams, and her duties as class secretary, Betsy's got her hands full. But she's not too busy to notice the new boy in town -- the oh-so-cosmopolitan Phil Brandish. If only she could make him notice her!Then Betsy's old friend Tib Muller invites her to spend Christmas in Milwaukee. It's there that plain old Betsy begins her, transformation into the dramatic and mysterious Betsye. With her new identity, she's sure she'll be able to charm Phil. The question is, can Betsye help being Betsy -- in spite of herself?