Chris Grabenstein

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD--NOW FULL-COLOR, FUN-PACKED GRAPHIC NOVELS Discover what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in the world." Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive graphic novel featuring Mr. Lemoncello's first-ever Library Olympics From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose and illustrator of The Last Kids on Earth... "Lots of action and quirky humor will lead kids to do just what libraries encourage them to do: keep reading." --The Washington Post, on Mr. Lemoncello's Library OlympicsThe world-famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello is at it again This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from across America for the debut of the Library Olympics. Kyle Keeley knows that the competition is fierce. But something suspicious is going on--books are missing from the shelves Is someone trying to censor what the kids are reading? Now it's not just a game, and Kyle and his friends will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery. Let the games begin The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD--NOW FULL-COLOR, FUN-PACKED GRAPHIC NOVELS Discover what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in the world." Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive graphic novel featuring Mr. Lemoncello's first-ever Library Olympics From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose and illustrator of The Last Kids on Earth... "Lots of action and quirky humor will lead kids to do just what libraries encourage them to do: keep reading." --The Washington Post, on Mr. Lemoncello's Library OlympicsThe world-famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello is at it again This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from across America for the debut of the Library Olympics. Kyle Keeley knows that the competition is fierce. But something suspicious is going on--books are missing from the shelves Is someone trying to censor what the kids are reading? Now it's not just a game, and Kyle and his friends will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery. Let the games begin The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series comes a race across the country full of rousing riddles and laugh-out-loud humor as two brothers try to solve the million-dollar puzzle of an eccentric genius Benjamin and Ethan Broderick don't fit together. Twelve-year-old Ben loves retro arcade games and puzzles, while his older brother would rather play sports and hang out with his friends. The only thing they have in common is how much they resent being forced to go on a summer road trip. But at the quirky diner where the brothers make their very first stop, they discover a clue leading to a giant puzzle race with a million-dollar prize Along with five other families, the Brodericks are thrust into a high-stakes competition along the famous Route 66. Can Ben and Ethan put their heads together--and put aside their differences--to beat out the other families and solve Ms. Pennypickle's ultimate puzzle?

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD--NOW FULL-COLOR, FUN-PACKED GRAPHIC NOVELS Discover what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in the world." Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive graphic novel featuring Mr. Lemoncello's first-ever Library Olympics From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose and illustrator of The Last Kids on Earth... "Lots of action and quirky humor will lead kids to do just what libraries encourage them to do: keep reading." --The Washington Post, on Mr. Lemoncello's Library OlympicsThe world-famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello is at it again This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from across America for the debut of the Library Olympics. Kyle Keeley knows that the competition is fierce. But something suspicious is going on--books are missing from the shelves Is someone trying to censor what the kids are reading? Now it's not just a game, and Kyle and his friends will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery. Let the games begin The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

THE CONCLUSION TO THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD Welcome back to what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in the world." Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive adventure to see if you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's epic gaming empire From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose... "A worthy successor to the original madman puzzle-master himself, Willy Wonka." --Booklist, starred review of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library Mr. Lemoncello has invited thirteen lucky thirteen-year-olds--including his biggest fan, Kyle Keeley--to compete in one last fantabulous challenge. This time everything is on the line... literally The winner of these games will become the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's entire empire. But uh-oh--someone is trying to destroy Mr. Lemoncello and all he stands for: imagination, games, books, and knowledge. Can Kyle stop them and make his dreams come true? Get ready for a whirlwind adventure from the lions of the New York City Public Library to the Choose Your Own Thrill-Venture Roller Coaster inside the brand-new Lemoncelloland amusement park, filled with codes, clues, and surprise cameos. So sit back and relax... you are on your way to Lemoncelloland The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also available as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also coming soon as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

Stinky’s Stories is the hilarious highly illustrated chapter book series from New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein. In this fourth installment in the series, Stinky the skunk tells the story of Moldy-locks and the Three Bears, a reimagining of the classic fable "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"—except this time, we hear what happens to Goldilocks after she makes her escape. It’s story time again at Hickleberry Elementary with Stinky the stuffed skunk. This time, the kids are reading “Goldilocks and the Three Bears"! Everyone knows the story ends with Goldilocks’s escape, but only Stinky knows what happened next! Get the full scoop in the hilarious chapter book series from New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein, with illustrations in every chapter from Alex Patrick. Reading has never been so much stinkin' fun!

A tiny talking mouse sets off on a giant adventure to rescue his friend in this fun, heartwarming illustrated adventure, perfect for fans of Stuart Little and The Mouse and the Motorcycle. Talking mouse Isaiah is free from the experiments that left him with blue fur and a big voice, and living a picture-perfect life with his human friend, Hailey. But the evil scientists--and their evil talking cats--are hot on Isaiah's trail. When they mouse-nap his friend Mikayla, it's up to Isaiah and Hailey to rescue her. Their search takes them on a cross-country adventure, where they face foes and make unexpected friends. If they can find Mikayla, they might even find a way to free Isaiah's siblings and create a happy ending for all of the lab mice. This endearing and whimsical tail tale from bestselling author James Patterson is a celebration of bravery and determination in all shapes and sizes.

Stinky’s Stories is the hilarious four-book, highly illustrated chapter book series from New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein. In this third installment in the series, Stinky the skunk tells the story of the Three Smelly Goats Gruff, a reimagining of the classic fable "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"—except this time, the fairy tale is told from the troll’s point of view. It’s story time at the Hickleberry Elementary School Library! Mrs. Emerson, the librarian, has just read “The Three Billy Goats Gruff” to the class. But after the fun is done and Mrs. Emerson has left, Stinky the stuffed skunk and his stuffy friends come to life. The kids need to know what happened to the grumpy troll after the goats pushed him off the bridge. Lucky for them, Stinky has the scoop! Find out in the hilarious chapter book series from New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein, with illustrations in every chapter from Alex Patrick. Reading has never been so much stinkin' fun!!

Fee, fi, fo, FUN! It’s story time again at Hickleberry Elementary with Stinky the stuffed skunk—and this time the class is reading the classic Jack and the Beanstalk! Everyone knows the story ends with the giant falling from the sky, but only Stinky knows what happened next! Jack went on to sell all those golden eggs and become a billionaire, while Hubert the giant wound up stranded on the ground, far from home. With no one to help him and nowhere to turn, Hubert has no choice but to put his giant skills to work where they're valued the most—on the basketball court! He joins the Droolville Dribblers, but will Hubert sink the buzzer beater and find his way home? This second stinky story is the first-ever chapter book series from beloved New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein, filled with page after page of hilarious illustrations by acclaimed artist Alex Patrick. Stinky's Stories is the perfect series for young, reluctant, and emergent readers—or any kid who just loves to laugh.

Underwear has never been so much fun to wear! It’s story time at Hickleberry Elementary with Stinky the stuffed skunk! You’ve probably heard of the boy who cried wolf, but do you know what happened after no one believed him? Well, according to Stinky, the boy moves away to the Big City, where he gets a job crying wolf for The William D. Wolfe Company, Makers Of All Sorts Of Fine And Fancy Stuff. But when the boy gets bored again, he decides to use his talents to cry UNDERPANTS instead. When the queen hears his cries, she takes great offense—how dare he???—and suddenly, the Big City is sent into total chaos! Will the boy be able to save the day before it all gets too smelly? This first stinky story is the first-ever chapter book series from beloved New York Times bestselling authors Chris and J. J. Grabenstein. Filled with page after page of hilarious illustrations by acclaimed artist Alex Patrick. Stinky's Stories is the perfect series for young, reluctant, and emergent readers—or any kid who just loves to laugh.

Do you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's epic gaming empire? Find out in this fantabulous finale to the beloved, New York Times Bestselling Mr. Lemoncello's Library series Mr. Lemoncello's ENTIRE game-making empire is up for grabs It's time for one last fantabulous challenge with Mr. Lemoncello-the world's most famous gamemaker This time everything is on the line--literally Mr. Lemoncello has invited thirteen lucky 13 year-olds--including his biggest fan, Kyle Keeley-- to compete in the final games. The winner of these games will become the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's ENTIRE GAME MAKING EMPIRE But uh-oh--someone is trying to destroy Mr. Lemoncello empire and all it stands for: imagination, games, books . . . knowledge Can Kyle Keeley stop them and make his dreams come true? Get ready for a whirlwind adventure that takes us from the lions of the New York Public Library to the Choose Your Own Thrill-Venture Roller Coaster inside the brand-new Lemoncelloland amusement park, filled with codes and clues, adventure and mystery, and surprise cameos from across Chris Grabenstein's many series. So sit back, relax and prepare to have your imagination take flight...you are on your way to Lemoncelloland

THE CONCLUSION TO THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD Welcome back to what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in the world." Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive adventure to see if you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's epic gaming empire From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose... "A worthy successor to the original madman puzzle-master himself, Willy Wonka." --Booklist, starred review of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library Mr. Lemoncello has invited thirteen lucky thirteen-year-olds--including his biggest fan, Kyle Keeley--to compete in one last fantabulous challenge. This time everything is on the line... literally The winner of these games will become the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's entire empire. But uh-oh--someone is trying to destroy Mr. Lemoncello and all he stands for: imagination, games, books, and knowledge. Can Kyle stop them and make his dreams come true? Get ready for a whirlwind adventure from the lions of the New York City Public Library to the Choose Your Own Thrill-Venture Roller Coaster inside the brand-new Lemoncelloland amusement park, filled with codes, clues, and surprise cameos. So sit back and relax... you are on your way to Lemoncelloland The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also available as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also coming soon as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

Jacky Ha-Ha is off to theater camp and funnier than ever in this hilarious illustrated novel from James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein's #1 New York Times bestselling series. Jacky Hart finally knows the thrill of having people laugh with her (not at her). She tries to put her comedy and theater skills to use in her summer job, but the boardwalk crowds aren't exactly adoring. So Jacky jumps at the opportunity of a lifetime: an all-expense paid trip to theater camp When Jacky gets to Camp Footlights, she realizes she's way out of her depth. The highly trained campers all seem to know everything about performing, and exactly how to command the spotlight. All Jacky wants is to prove she fits in, but the more she tries, the more she stands out--and not in a good way. With help from her new friends, can Jacky Ha-Ha earn her place in the spotlight...or will she flop? Packed with illustrations, jokes, and hijinks, the latest book in the #1 bestselling Jacky Ha-Ha series delivers a hilarious and heartwarming dose of summer fun, perfect for reading all year round

Meet middle schooler Jake McQuade. Jake became the smartest kid in the universe when he accidentally ate a jarful of ingestible knowledge jelly beans. But what happens when those jelly beans fall into the wrong hands? Readers who enjoy the action of the Last Kids on Earth books will love this fast-paced, spy-packed series that's a "rollicking good time" (New York Times) by the bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library Jake McQuade's the smartest kid in the universe--or at least he was. But just as his training with the secret agency known as the Consortium is about to start, Jake's jelly beans go missing And to make matters worse, they (and Jake's genius ) might be wearing off right when he needs his smarts most Jake needs to solve this mystery fast. Who stole the jelly beans and why? Can Jake figure out what's going on, recover the missing jelly beans, and stop a high-tech heist before it's too late? From top-secret hideouts to New York City penthouse apartments to the Statue of Liberty in the middle of the night, get ready to go on a whirlwind, wild-ride adventure filled with supervillains and spies, puzzles and pirates, codes and drones, and much, much more--and don't miss the first two books in the series--Smartest Kid in the Universe and Genius Camp

The BESTSELLING book is now a full color, fun packed GRAPHIC NOVEL The Lemoncello books have spent over 100 Weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List and are on 44 State Award Lists Find out if game loving Kyle Keeley can escape from what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in all the world" in this fun-filled graphic novel from the much-loved co-author of Treasure Hunters and the bestselling illustrator of Last Kids on Earth * "A worthy successor to . . . Willy Wonka." --Booklist, Starred Review When Kyle learns that the world's most famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, has designed the town's new library and is having an invitation-only lock-in on opening night, he's determined to be there But the tricky part isn't getting into the library--it's getting out. Because when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret puzzle to find the hidden escape route Now a full color graphic novel

The BESTSELLING book is now a full color, fun packed GRAPHIC NOVEL The Lemoncello books have spent over 100 Weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List and are on 44 State Award Lists Find out if game loving Kyle Keeley can escape from what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in all the world" in this fun-filled graphic novel from the much-loved co-author of Treasure Hunters and the bestselling illustrator of Last Kids on Earth * "A worthy successor to . . . Willy Wonka." --Booklist, Starred Review When Kyle learns that the world's most famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, has designed the town's new library and is having an invitation-only lock-in on opening night, he's determined to be there But the tricky part isn't getting into the library--it's getting out. Because when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret puzzle to find the hidden escape route Now a full color graphic novel

THE START OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD--NOW A FULL-COLOR, FUN-PACKED GRAPHIC NOVEL Can you escape from what James Patterson calls "the coolest library in all the world"? Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive graphic novel From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose and illustrator of The Last Kids on Earth... "A worthy successor to the original madman puzzle-master himself, Willy Wonka." --Booklist, starred review of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library When Kyle Keeley learns that the world's most famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, has designed the town's new library and is having an invitation-only lock-in on opening night, he's determined to be there But the tricky part isn't getting into the library--it's getting out. Because when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret puzzle to find the hidden escape route The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game (the prequel)Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (also available as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics (also coming soon as a graphic novel)Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library RaceMr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout GameMr. Lemoncello and the Titanium TicketMr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

Over 2 million copies sold of the bestselling series Discover the Kidd family's action-packed, funny, danger-filled adventures--together for the first time in this incredible nine-book gift set Follow the Kidd siblings--Bick, Beck, Storm, and Tommy--from their first solo treasure hunt to the stunning finale, as the stakes get higher and the treasures more epic. Their travels will take you down the Nile and around the Egyptian pyramids, beyond the Great Wall of China into the underbelly of Berlin, to the frosty Arctic and across the Australian Outback. Each book is packed with action, humor, fascinating facts, and fun illustrations. Kids will race through the pages as the Treasure Hunters adventures unfold, then reach for the next book in this unmissable series.

Imagine if you could steal your toddler's nap? This picture book debut from a #1 New York Times bestselling author turns the universal dilemma of getting kids to sleep upside down It's time for a nap, but Annalise Devin McFleece wants NOTHING to do with bedtime. Dad tries to encourage sleepiness by pushing Analise through the park, and when they pass a dog walker, a skate boarder, a juggler, and more, each of them thinks that taking a nap is a GREAT idea. So if Annalise Devin McFleece doesn't want hers...perhaps they'll take it One by one, everyone falls asleep EXCEPT Annalise Devin McFleece. But when she's finally ready for her nap, all the naps are taken Is there anyone who has an extra nap to spare? With every turn of the page, the busy city scene becomes more and more quiet...except for Annalise Devin McFleece. Will she ever take a nap?