Best Selling Books by Calliope Glass

Shazam! is coming to theaters in Spring 2019 from Warner Bros. Pictures, starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Mark Strong, Jack Dylan Grazer, and more. Shazam: The Junior Novel is based on the upcoming New Line Cinema major motion picture. This edition contains exclusive scenes and a section of full-color images. We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out… By shouting just one word—SHAZAM!—Billy Batson, the street-wise fourteen-year-old foster kid from Philadelphia, can magically transform into the adult super hero Shazam, courtesy of an ancient wizard. Will Billy and his new foster brother, Freddy, learn to harness Billy’s newfound superpowers like flight and bullet immunity in time to fight the dangerous forces of evil controlled by Dr. Thaddeus Sivana?

Sparkleton braves a night in the haunted woods in the fifth book of this full-color early chapter book series about a wishful unicorn who will do anything to get wish-granting powers—except his homework. When Sparkleton finds out he can get wish-granting magic just by camping out in the haunted woods, he packs his tent! His best friends, Willow and Gabe, are ready for adventure. But can they fend off ghostly lights, twisted ankles, creepy noises, and the dreaded Whirlwind Unicorn long enough to make Sparkleton’s dream come true? Or will their dream sleepover turn into a nightmare? This full-color art-filled early chapter book series is for unicorn fans to enjoy at home or in the classroom! HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they''re the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

The Addams Family hits the big screen on October 11, 2019. The all-star cast includes Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Allison Janney, and Elsie Fisher. Based on the animated film, The Addams Family: The Junior Novel retells the entire mysterious and spooky story of the Addams family. This edition contains a full-color section of eye-catching art. The Addams family isn''t your typical American family. Together, Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Mad Uncle Fester, and Grandma are an eccentric clan who delight in the macabre and are unaware that people find them a bit different than the rest of the neighborhood. Based on the famous New Yorker creations of Charles Addams, this animated action-comedy will follow the Addams family, whose lives begin to unravel when they face off against a crafty reality TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration, Addams-style. THE ADDAMS FAMILY © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.

The Addams Family hits the big screen on October 11, 2019. The all-star cast includes Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Allison Janney, and Elsie Fisher. From the dark mind of everyone’s favorite cult character, Wednesday Addams, comes this literary collection of creepy quotes and spooky short stories! This book is perfect for fans of all ages and includes quotes from Edgar Allan Poe, Shakespeare, Mary Shelley, and more. There’s no doubt that Wednesday’s Library is sure to be a favorite of goth girls everywhere! The Addams family isn’t your typical American family. Together, Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Mad Uncle Fester, and Grandmama are an eccentric, wealthy clan who delight in the macabre and are unaware that people find them bizarre or frightening. Based on the famous New Yorker creations of Charles Addams, this animated action-comedy will follow the Addams family, whose lives begin to unravel when they face off against a crafty reality TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration, Addams-style. THE ADDAMS FAMILY © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Sparkleton goes one-on-one with a magic hat for the Winter Carnival in the fourth book of this full-color early chapter book series about a unicorn who will do anything to get wish-granting powers—except his homework. Everyone is warning Sparkleton not to wear the Pixie Cap. It grants ONE WHOLE WISH but has 843 rules! Sparkleton knows it’s probably a bad idea—but what if it isn’t? Will the Cap let Sparkleton wish for Shimmer Lake’s most magical, snowy Winter Carnival ever? Or will Sparkleton’s brr-illliant idea turn to slush? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced chapters, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they''re the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

A shaggy purple unicorn does everything he can—except his homework—to get wish-granting powers in the first book of this glitterrific, highly illustrated early chapter book series. Sparkleton begs his big sister to give him wish-granting magic for one whole day so he can prove what a glitteriffic wish-granting unicorn he can be. But all the wishes he grants come out opposite! Can Sparkleton’s friends Willow and Gabe help him undo the magic before sunset? Or will every day be opposite day? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they''re the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

Wonder Woman 1984 is set to hit theaters in fall 2020, from Warner Bros. Pictures, and will see the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman and Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, with Kristen Wiig joining the cast as friend turned foe Barbara Minerva, aka The Cheetah! Wonder Woman 1984: The Junior Novel retells the action-packed adventure of the movie and features eight pages of color photos from the film! An all-new chapter in the Wonder Woman story . . . Diana Prince has been living quietly among mortals in the era of excess: the 1980s. Though she’s come into her full powers, she maintains a low profile, curating ancient artifacts at the Smithsonian and performing heroic acts incognito. But now Diana will have to step directly into the spotlight and muster all her wisdom, strength, and courage to battle villains Max Lord and The Cheetah and save humankind from a world of its own making, proving she is a hero for our time, for all time, for everyone.

Sparkleton accidentally shrinks his friends before the big talent show in the third book of this full-color early chapter book series about a wishful unicorn who will do anything to get wish-granting powers—except his homework. It’s a magical mess-up! Sparkleton has a plan to get his unicorn magic before the town’s big talent show but one small mistake leads to HUGE problems when—POOM!—Sparkleton shrinks himself and his best friends down to the size of field mice! Now he may have to do the WORST THING EVER to get them all back to normal—ask his classmate and rival Twinkle for help. Will Sparkleton save the day before the big talent show? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they''re the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

Young fans of the prequel to Disney 2 Pixar''s "Monsters Inc., " opening in theaters on June 21, are sure to devour this chapter book based on the film. Full color.

With breathtaking painterly illustrations, a deeply enchanting story, and a foreword written by celebrated dancer Misty Copeland, this picture book brings The Nutcracker and the Four Realms to life in a brand-new way. As the adventure from the film jumps off of the screen and onto the page, a new generation of readers and fans will be drawn in and enchanted by the holiday spirit, the beauty of dance, and the magic of storytelling.

Sparkleton’s super-gloomy best friend gets THE MOST EMBARRASSING unicorn magic ever just in time for the town’s big parade in the second book of this highly illustrated early chapter book series about a shaggy purple unicorn who can’t wait to have wish-granting powers. It’s a magic emergency! Sparkleton’s friend, Gabe, gets his unicorn magic just in time to star in Shimmer Lake’s big parade! But Gabe’s new power is more embarrassing than a garden of moldy mushrooms. Luckily, Sparkleton has a glitterrific idea to help his friend before Gabe has to perform the worst magic ever in front of everyone he’s ever known! HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they''re the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

Shazam! is coming to theaters in Spring 2019 from Warner Bros. Pictures, starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Mark Strong, Jack Dylan Grazer, and more. Shazam: The Deluxe Junior Novel is based on the upcoming New Line Cinema major motion picture. This handsome paper-over-board edition contains exclusive scenes and an eight-page, full-color insert. We all have a super hero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out… By shouting just one word—SHAZAM!—Billy Batson, the street-wise fourteen-year-old foster kid from Philadelphia, can magically transform into the adult super hero Shazam, courtesy of an ancient wizard. Will Billy and his new foster brother, Freddy, learn to harness Billy’s newfound superpowers like flight and bullet immunity in time to fight the dangerous forces of evil controlled by Dr. Thaddeus Sivana?

Wonder Woman 1984 is set to hit theaters on June 5th, 2020, from Warner Bros. Pictures, and will see the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman and Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, with Kristen Wiig joining the cast as friend turned foe Barbara Minerva, aka The Cheetah! Wonder Woman 1984: The Deluxe Junior Novel retells the action-packed adventure of the movie and features eight pages of color photos from the film in a deluxe paper over board book. An all-new chapter in the Wonder Woman story . . . Diana Prince has been living quietly among mortals in the era of excess: the 1980s. Though she''s come into her full powers, she maintains a low profile, curating ancient artifacts at the Smithsonian and performing heroic acts incognito. But now Diana will have to step directly into the spotlight and muster all her wisdom, strength, and courage to battle villains Max Lord and The Cheetah and save humankind from a world of its own making, proving she is a hero for our time, for all time, for everyone.

From Tinker Bell to Fira, this beautifully illustrated guide to Pixie Hollow gives detailed descriptions of everyone''s favorite fairies, both the well-known and the obscure. Full of fun facts about more than 100 fairies and other residents of Never Land, this beautiful book is sure to delight any Fairies fan. Plus, the book features a reversible jacket that can be used as a poster!

Tiana: The Stolen Jewel

Read along with Star Wars! Rathtars, rancors, purrgil, and porgs, tookas, tauntauns, wampas, and gorgs. The animals of Star Wars are oh so unique—like pigs that puff up or the three-horned reek. Think you can name every creature? Come along and let this book be your teacher!

In this second chapter book in the Minnie & Daisy B.F.F. series, there isn''t a sport on the planet that Daisy Duck doesn''t like. So when she takes her first surfing lesson, she falls in love with wave-riding immediately and becomes determined to buy her very own surfboard. The only problem is, surfboards are expensive! So when Daisy hears that her neighbor needs a pet-sitter, she volunteers eagerly, thinking that it will be an easy way to jumpstart her surfboard savings fund. But as it turns out, this is no ordinary pet-sitting job. Daisy''s furry charge turns out to be a sugar glider, and while the little guy may look adorable, he turns out to be quite the handful. Daisy soon realizes that she is in way over her head, so she calls in her BFF, Minnie, for reinforcements. Can the two of them hold down the fort until Daisy''s neighbor gets home?

Read along with Star Wars! Experience the ABC''s like never before With galactic friends who are hardly a bore. From Akbar to Zeb, this nice little primer Will teach you and make you an excellent rhymer. So, Padawans, prepare, get ready, get set To learn the ways of the Force--and the alphabet!

Read along with Star Wars! Search Your Feelings continues Katie Cook''s adorable run of Star Wars primers for young Padawans. Featuring poems and art about different emotions that tie to iconic moments from across the Star Wars saga, this is the perfect book to add to a youngling''s growing library.

Tonight is the Mouston school dance and Minnie can''t wait to go! She even designed a special dress to wear. The only problem is, she spent so much time working on her dress that she forgot to find a date, and she doesn''t want to go alone! Daisy, on the other hand, wants nothing to do with the dance. She would much rather watch a monster movie with her friend Leonard. So when Mrs. Flamingo gives Daisy two tickets to tonight''s Monster Mayhem movie festival, Daisy knows just who to ask to go with her. But when she goes to find Leonard, she overhears him working up a speech. He''s planning to ask her to the dance! Daisy doesn''t like like Leonard, but she doesn''t want to hurt his feelings. Should she agree to go with him? And can she find Minnie a date before it''s too late?

Mike and Sulley are headed to college! Based on Disney•Pixar''s film, Monsters University, this audio-enhanced eBook features thrilling music and sound effects, plus the voices of Billy Crystal, John Goodman, and other actors from the movie. Young readers can turn the page at the sound of the chime to follow along with Mike and Sulley''s very first adventure together!

Beware the Flerken! As the breakout character from Captain Marvel, Goose is the seemingly cuddly cat that turned out to be a Flerken. Despite their potential off-putting mouths and tentacles, Flerkens are cute little aliens rendered helpless if muzzled! In this hilarious and kid-friendly story featuring a unique art style, readers will get a fun adventure in the world of Captain Marvel and the Marvel Cinematic Universe with fan-favorite characters at the forefront.

All the best monsters want to go to Monsters University, and once they get there, all the BEST of the best want to go Greek! How about YOU? Are you a goth like the sisters at Eta Hiss Hiss, or a jock like the brothers of Jaws Theta Chi...or maybe you''re a scrappy newcomer, like the misfits at Oozma Kappa? Learn what it takes to join one of MU''s fraternities or sororities — meet the Greek Council, choose your house, and train for the Scare Games with this handy full-color guide! Get ready to GET YOUR SCARE ON!

A picture book to release ahead of the third Spider-Man film, in theaters summer 2021.

A gorgeous picture book that captures the heart and stunning visuals of Tim Burton''s Dumbo. The picture book will feature gorgeous, stylized illustrations that will welcome readers into the wonderful world of Walt Disney studios'' live action Dumbo.

A brand-new Guinness World Records book for kids! Some Guinness World Records have to be seen to be believed. Wacky and Wild! is packed with mind-boggling feats. You’ll meet a dog who likes to ride a scooter, an orchestra that plays with vegetable instruments, plus a man who owns more than 1,500 pairs of Converse shoes. When it comes to records on the zany side, sometimes the greatest asset you can have is an active imagination…. Guinness World Records Compilations are jam-packed with over 300 fun facts and full-color photos about all the record holders we can fit on one amazing theme! These books are perfect for Guinness World Records fans.

The Muppets are ready to take their show on the road with a global tour. But their new manager is actually a crook, and he works for Constantine, the World''s Number One Criminal! Constantine, who looks almost exactly like Kermit, plans to steal a priceless treasure and blame it on the Muppets. This retelling of the Muppets Most Wanted movie includes word-for-word narration, real character voices, and wacky sound effects. Wocka wocka!

Inspired by the success of Olaf''s Night Before Christmas, this picture book is a Frozen take on the classic story Goldilocks and the Three Bears, featuring everyone''s favorite snowman, Olaf.

Who do you look up to? What do you see? When you think of the future, who will you be? As Little Rebels grow, there are so many incredible women to look up to. Aim high like aviator Bessie Coleman, fight for equality like soccer legend Megan Rapinoe, and reach for the starts like astronaut Ellen Ochoa. Grown-up and baby will be inspired by the accomplishments of extraordinary women in this colorful, lyrical read-aloud.

Experience the zany excitement of The Muppets film again and again with this hilarious read-along storybook featuring easy-to-follow narration, wacky sound effects, and original character voices! Walter has always felt like he doesn''t quite fit in with the rest of the folks in Smalltown, USA. What Walter wants more than anything else is to go to Hollywood and meet the Muppets. His brother Gary knows how Walter idolizes Kermit, so he and his girlfriend, Mary, decide to take Walter on a trip to California. But when they arrive, they discover that the Muppets have broken up, the Studios are in ruins, and the Muppets Theater is about to be purchased by a greedy oil tycoon who believes that the theater is sitting on top of a large untapped oil source. The only way to save Muppet Studios is to reunite the Muppets and put on a fund-raiser show. Can Walter, Gary, and Mary help Kermit get the Muppets back together and save their theater?

Swing alongside Spider-Man as he travels through Europe! Whether he''s riding in a gondola through the Venice canals or breaking out all his best moves to get a reaction from the Queen''s Guard in London, Spider-Man is determined to have the best vacation ever. Full of vibrant and hilarious original art, this picture book shows off the various European locations seen in Spider-Man: Far From Home, and is told from Peter Parker''s unique point of view. Perfect for curious young readers who love Super Heroes, the book also has hidden characters and details from Spidey''s world. You never know what—or who—you might find!

Discover everything there is to know about Princess Leia in this in-depth biography, filled with illustrations, artifacts, and fast facts.

Before they met Mickey and Donald, Minnie and Daisy were best friends! In this middle-grade chapter book, when Minnie finds out that the drama department at Mouston Central is going to put on a production of Shakespeare''s Romeo and Juliet, she is desperate to audition. But then in a "comedy of errors," Daisy gets the part instead! Will their friendship make it through the "tempest"?

Join Pedro, Zanele, and all their friends for some Christmas merriment around the globe. Watch holiday fireworks in Brazil, decorate a mango tree in South Africa, and set out wooden shoes for Sinterklaas in the Netherlands! Filled with holiday cheer, this storybook has simple and engaging text, complemented by adorable illustrations inspired by the famous Disney theme parks attraction, "It''s A Small World"!

A Broadway classic is back on the big screen! Relive all of your favorite Annie moments in this easy-to-read story, illustrated with color photos from the movie. Annie is a foster kid who''s had a hard knock life ever since her parents left her as a baby. She doesn''t think she''ll ever escape her mean foster mom, Miss Hannigan, but everything''s about to change. Wanting to improve his image ahead of the election campaign, New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks takes Annie in. Stacks soon discovers that Annie''s sun-will-come-out-tomorrow outlook just might be the thing he needs in his life. This modern retelling stars some of Hollywood''s biggest names, including Jamie Foxx (Will Stacks), Cameron Diaz (Miss Hannigan), Rose Byrne (Grace Farrell), and Academy Award nominated Quvenzhané Wallis (Annie). Director/Producer/Screenwriter Will Gluck has teamed up with producers James Lassiter, Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Smith, Shawn "JAY Z" Carter, Laurence "Jay" Brown, and Tyran "Ty Ty" Smith in this Columbia Pictures movie.

Everyone''s favorite Super Heroes are back to battle their biggest villains yet! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads. This best-selling treasury not only contains old favorites with the Avengers, Spider-Man, and the Guardians of the Galaxy, but also new adventures with Black Panther, Captain Marvel, and Miles Morales. With action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, these 5-minute Stories are perfect on the go or any time of day!

It''s school time around the world! From China to South Africa, discover the fun and fascinating ways children around the world learn and play at school. This adorable 8x8 includes all-new artwork that''s colorful, modern, and inspired by Mary Blair''s designs for the famous Disney theme parks attraction, "It''s A Small World"!