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|  | The Exploits of Dr. Sam Johnson, Detector by Lillian De La Torre
Description not available.The 18th century lexicographer Samuel Johnson with the help of his friend James Boswell solves seven baffling crimes AUTHOR: Lillian De La Torre
PUBLISHER: International Polygonics, Limited
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: General 
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 | Orlando's Seaside Holiday by Kathleen Hale
Description not available.When Orlando's three kittens, Blanche, Pansy and Tinkle, ask for a pet, he puts an ad in the paper, and Bill, the dog that answers, seems fine except for a tendency to chase cats. AUTHOR: Kathleen Hale
PUBLISHER: Warne, Frederick Publishers, Limited
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: General
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 | Out of Control by Norma Fox Mazer
When Valerie Michon is sexually assaulted in school by three classmates, she is shocked and appalled by the reactions she receives from the school administration. Only one of her attackers, Rollo Wingate, feels any remorse for the attack. More of a follower than an instigator, Rollo is confused by both his father's disgust in his actions, and Valerie's refusal to accept his apology. Meanwhile, through meeting with other female classmates who are the victims of similar attacks, Valerie finds a way to demand justice. AUTHOR: Norma Fox Mazer
PUBLISHER: Morrow/Avon
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: General
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 | The Lost Years of Merlin by Michael Cumpsty, T. A. Barron
This book explores the youth of Merlin, the boy destined to become the greatest wizard of all time and the mentor of King Arthur. When he washes up from the sea in ancient Wales, Merlin has no recollection of his past. Slowly, he comes to realize that he has strange and mysterious powers and sets out to discover his true identity. AUTHOR: Michael Cumpsty, T. A. Barron
PUBLISHER: Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: General
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 | Lizzie at Last by Claudia Mills
Tired of being the class nerd, Lizzie Archer decides to change her image just before the start of 7th grade. No more Emily Dickinson -type dresses! Now she'll dress exclusively in Gap jeans and the like. When school begins, Lizzie is amazed at the differences such a superficial change makes--the girls are talking to her and the boys are flirting with her. Lizzie thinks that only her intelligence stands between her and true popularity, and so she begins to make mistakes in math. Will Lizzie's new trick win her the heart of her secret crush, and math partner, Ethan Winfield? AUTHOR: Claudia Mills
PUBLISHER: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, LLC
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: General
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 | Alexander y el Dia Terrible, Horrible, Espantoso, Horroso by Alma Flor Ada, Judith Viorst, Marilyn Sanabria, Ray Cruz
Poor Alexander is having a very bad day--gum gets stuck in his hair, there's no toy in his cereal box, no dessert in his lunch bag, lima beans for dinner, and even kissing on T.V. Throughout these ordeals Alexander contemplates relocating to Australia, but then his mother tells him the awful truth-- Some days are like that. Even in Australia. Illustrated with b&w drawings. AUTHOR: Alma Flor Ada, Judith Viorst, Marilyn Sanabria, Ray Cruz
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: General
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