Best Selling Books by Linda Bailey

From the author of If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur comes a funny and sweet cross-country roadtrip adventure with a sassy septuagenarian and her quirky canine. Feisty Annie Magruder and her dog, Carson, live in British Columbia, Canada, and they''re setting out to visit her sister, Elsie, in Newfoundland. In their little rattlebang car, packed with Carson''s favorite toy, Squeaky Chicken, and plenty of baloney sandwiches, Annie and Carson hit the road! They travel province by province, taking in each unique landscape and experiencing something special to that particular part of this vast, grand country. For example, they marvel at the beauty of the big, open sky -- and grasshoppers! -- in Saskatchewan and discover the gorgeous red earth and delicious lobster rolls in PEI, before finally being greeted by Elsie -- and a surprise for Carson!

Madisonville, Florida, best known for its beautiful lake and surrounding historic houses and buildings, had always been a peaceful place to live. Suddenly, the town is rocked by a series of unexpected murders. All of the townspeople are trying to solve the mystery of who is committing these murders. David King, who goes by the name of "Doc," and his team, known as the Three Musketeers, work side by side to find the answer to who is the Lily Killer. Can you solve the mystery before they do?

In this Stevie Diamond Mystery, Stevie and her partner find a lost dog who turns out to have a very important owner.

Presents eleven folk tales with directions for organizing dramatic improvisations of each story.

"Dès sa naissance, le petit Santa est déjà un enfant particulier. Il a une petite bedaine et une grosse voix, il ne porte que du rouge et, son plus grand plaisir consiste à redistribuer les cadeaux qu''il reçoit. À bien y penser, ce petit garçon était destiné à devenir le personnage préféré des enfants pendant le temps des fêtes!"--Publisher''s or seller''s website.

Nueva edición en rústica del precioso homenaje de la ilustradora Júlia Sardà a Frankenstein y a su fascinante autora, Mary Shelley. ¿Cómo empieza una historia A veces, todo comienza con un sueño. Mary es una gran soñadora, una niña que aprende a leer siguiendo el trazo de las letras escritas sobre la tumba de su madre, la pionera del feminismo Mary Wollstonecraft. Años después, en una noche de tormenta, escribirá una historia de fantasmas, y soñará despierta con un monstruo que cobra vida: «Frankenstein». Un libro que se convertirá en una de las leyendas más populares de todos los tiempos.

¡Un cuento de princesas! ¡No, de dinosaurios! ¡No, de las dos cosas! Dos conocidos personajes de los cuentos infantiles, dinosaurios y princesas, lucharán para decidir quién merece ser el protagonista en este álbum ilustrado que hará que te rías a carcajadas.

See below for English description. La fête d''anniversaire décevante d''un jeune garçon est bouleversée par une explosion venue du passé préhistorique dans cet album hilarant. Julien adore les dinosaures. À l''approche de son anniversaire, il sait exactement quel genre de fête il veut : une soirée pyjama de dinosaures! Des jeux de dino, des ballons et un gâteau en forme de dino : tout sur le thème des dinosaures! Mais quand le grand jour arrive, ses amis attrapent la grippe et la fête semble en voie de disparition. Au milieu de la nuit, Julien entend un bruit étrange et va voir ce qui se passe. À sa grande surprise, il trouve des animaux préhistoriques dans son salon! Ils se sont invités pour que Julien ait un anniversaire qu''il n''oubliera jamais... mais ne le dites pas au T-Rex! Conte d''anniversaire inoubliable, plein de rires et bienveillant, ce nouvel album de l''autrice acclamée Linda Bailey célèbre l''amitié, l''inclusion et la joie. Il prend vie grâce aux magnifiques illustrations cinématographiques de Joe Bluhm, réalisateur et illustrateur de films d''animation primé. A young boy''s disappointing birthday party gets turned upside down with a blast from the prehistoric past in this hilarious picture book adventure. Jake loves dinosaurs, so with his birthday coming up, he knows just what kind of party he wants -- a dinosaur sleepover! Dino games, dino balloons, dino cake. Dino everything! But when the big day arrives, his friends all come down with the flu, and the party seems to be on the edge of extinction. Then, in the middle of the night, Jake hears a strange noise and goes to investigate. To his surprise, he finds some prehistoric party guests right there in his living room! They''ve invited themselves in to make sure Jake has a birthday he''ll never forget -- just don''t tell the T-Rex! An unforgettable birthday tale with huge laughs and heart, this picture book from acclaimed author Linda Bailey celebrates friendship, inclusion, and fun - and is brought to life with magnificent, cinematic artwork from award-winning animation director and illustrator Joe Bluhm. Original Title: The Great Dinosaur Sleepover

Experience the Delight of Feeding Young Ones! Discover Their Unique Ways of Dining, Nourishing Pets, and Adding a Food Art Touch to Your Rooms. A Joyful Journey for Parents and Grandparents! Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is a beautifully composed narrative that draws upon the author''s personal experiences in feeding the little ones in her life. It wonderfully encapsulates the pure joy and occasional chaos that comes with this everyday task. The author, through rhythmically rhymed verses, paints a vivid picture of the quirky and unique ways children eat, often leading to amusing and unexpected consequences. This book is not just about the act of feeding; it extends beyond the dining table, venturing into the realm of how children interact with their pets during meal times. It showcases the adorable bond between children and their furry friends, highlighting the innocence and purity of these relationships. Yet, the narrative doesn''t stop there. It further explores the ingenious methods employed by children to redecorate their rooms with food stains. Each child brings to life their own individual techniques, creating a kaleidoscope of unexpected decor and design. This book manages to find humor and joy in what could otherwise be considered a messy situation. Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is more than just a book; it is a heartwarming journey that will resonate with many adults who have experienced the joy, love, and occasional mayhem that comes with feeding children. It''s a celebration of the unpredictability and charm of children, and the lasting memories they create through the simple act of eating. We invite you to delve into this delightful narrative, to reminisce, and to find joy in the shared experiences of feeding young ones. Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is a testament to the small, everyday moments that make life truly beautiful.

"Que ferais-tu s''il y avait un dinosaure couché dans ton salon? Tu le mettrais au travail, évidemment! Il pourrait te servir de tondeuse, de cerf-volant, de gardien, de parapluie ... Mais ATTENTION : si les dinosaures peuvent se montrer très utiles, ce n''est pas TOUJOURS le cas ..."--

After a brief snooze just before story time, Gordon Loggins wakes to discover a secret doorway leading to a forest -- right in the middle of the library! He quickly darts through and finds himself in the starring role of a familiar fairy tale. Goldilocks is missing and the three bears, frantic to find a replacement, tell Gordon he must fill in if the story is to go on. A refreshing and funny adaptation of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

Stanley''s people are so preoccupied with primping him for the dog show in the park that they forgot his breakfast. This makes Stanley very grumpy. At the park, Stanley meets up with his old friends Nutsy, Alice and Gassy Jack. Together the friends look longingly at the grand prize: the biggest, most scrumptious-smelling dog cookie ever. Once Stanley gets a whiff of its bubbling cheese, sizzling bacon and apple pie aromas, he''s determined to win. So what if he''s not the fastest, most talented or most beautiful dog in the show? We know that Stanley''s rumbling tummy always leads him into adventure --- or a big pile of trouble --- and this time is no exception. Join Stanley and his friends in the best dogpile ever as they show us humans that dogs know best, and that what really counts is having fun!

Grandma''s garden is buzzing...and it isn''t just from her grandchildren. From morning to night, busy honeybees happily toil away to make honey for their hive. But their work doesn''t stop there. Join the hustle and bustle of pollination and discover how a honeybee''s work is never really done. Featuring colorful illustrations, The Bees in an Old Lady''s Garden offers children a better understanding of the vital role a honeybee plays in sustaining the planet while fostering a curiosity and love for nature.

The true meaning of Christmas is not about stars, Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men, Santa, Christmas trees, food, or presents. Christmas is all about baby Jesus and His love for us.

In this fun follow-up to Stanley''s Party, Stanley discovers a way out of the yard and soon joins other dogs are on the lam. Soon they''re off to have the kind of fun they can''t find in a yard--chasing tomcats, sampling tasty garbage, and soaking fire hydrants. Full color.

While staying with her father at a tree-planting camp in the Canadian wilderness, twelve-year-old Stevie discovers that she can combine babysitting with detective work.