Eva Hibbs

Hey there, young reader! Are you ready to join Eva Wingdale on a super fun pet adventure? Eva is so excited because her parents said she can get a new pet! But there's one big question: What kind of pet should it be? Eva wants a pet that's cute, cuddly, and friendly, and it absolutely has to get along with her current best pal, Baxter the bat. Her friend Lucy has a brilliant idea: why not try pet-sitting for all their friends? This sounds like a great plan to find the perfect match! Get ready for some funny chaos as Eva and Lucy look after all sorts of animals, from a tiny bumblebee to a slow tortoise and even a goldfish. Will Baxter help Eva discover which pet is just-right for their family? Dive into this colorful story and find out!

Jump in A huge, scary storm is heading straight for Treetopolis! Eva Wingdale wants to prove she is ready to take the important Owl Oath, so she bravely decides to warn all the other animals in the forest about the terrible weather. Why it pulls you in While she is out flying, Eva spots a lost pony who needs her help. The rain and wind start blowing hard, and soon both of them are caught right in the middle of the storm! They have to find shelter in a dark cave and rely on each other to stay brave. Will Eva be able to keep the pony safe and show everyone what a true, wise owl she can be? Join Eva on this exciting rescue mission.

Jump in Pack your bags and get ready for a trip into the great outdoors! Eva Wingdale is bursting with excitement because she gets to go on a fun camping trip with all of her school friends. Why it pulls you in The young owls are having a blast pitching their tents, building cool new inventions, and eating yummy treats around the glowing campfire. But the best part of the whole trip is a secret treasure hunt hidden deep inside the forest! Eva and her classmates must use their smarts to solve clues and find the prize. Do you have what it takes to track down the treasure? Join Eva on a nature-filled adventure full of friendship, mystery, and outdoor fun.

Jump in There is a brand new student at Treetop Owlementary! Her name is Hailey, and Eva Wingdale is absolutely thrilled to meet her. Eva loves making new friends and cannot wait to show Hailey around the school. Why it pulls you in Things do not go exactly as Eva planned. Instead of hanging out with Eva, Hailey starts spending all her time with Lucy. But Lucy is Eva's absolute best friend in the whole world! Eva starts feeling very jealous and worries that she might lose her best friend forever. Can Eva learn how to handle her big feelings, or will her jealousy ruin everything? Read along to see if Eva, Lucy, and Hailey can figure out how to all be friends together.

Jump in It is time to hit the stage! Treetop Owlementary is putting on a big school play called Snowy White and the Seven Owlets. Eva Wingdale is beyond excited to audition, learn her lines, and help build the colorful sets. Why it pulls you in Eva really wants the starring role, but she is disappointed when Sue gets cast as the lead instead. Eva is given the part of the Magic Mirror and asked to be the understudy. Rehearsals are loud and chaotic, and Eva worries she will never get her chance to shine. But when Sue suddenly gets hurt right before the show, Eva must step up and fill in! Will Eva be brave enough to save the play and have her moment in the spotlight?

Jump in Spring has finally arrived in Treetopolis, and Eva Wingdale has a brilliant idea! She decides to organize a massive Bloomtastic Festival at her school to celebrate the beautiful new season. Why it pulls you in Eva is super excited, but she quickly realizes that planning a giant festival is a massive amount of work. Even with her best friend Lucy helping out, there is just no way they can finish painting all the signs and planning all the events in time. Eva might have to ask Sue for help, but Sue is usually very mean! Will Eva learn that it is okay to ask for help when a project gets too big? Find out if the owls can pull off the best festival ever!

Jump in It is almost time for the best night of the year! Eva Wingdale is getting ready to celebrate her birthday with a super-special, incredibly fun sleepover party. She has planned the best games and treats for all her friends. Why it pulls you in Eva cannot wait for the party to start, but there is one big problem. Her friend Sue is acting strange and does not seem to want to come to the sleepover at all. Eva is worried because a party just would not feel right without everyone there. Is Sue actually unhappy, or is she just nervous about spending the night away from home for the very first time? Join Eva as she tries to help her friend overcome her jitters and enjoy the birthday magic.

Jump in Things are getting incredibly spooky in Treetopolis! Eva Wingdale is flying through the woods one night when she spots something totally shocking—a glowing, all-white owl that she is absolutely certain is a ghost! Why it pulls you in Eva can hardly believe her eyes, and the rumors quickly start flying all around town. Are there really spirits haunting the forest? Eva knows she cannot solve this spooky puzzle alone, so she teams up with her best friend, Lucy, to investigate. The two young owls become ghost hunters, searching for clues in the dark to figure out what is really going on. Will they discover a real ghost, or is there a perfectly normal explanation for the glowing white owl?

Jump in Eva Wingdale and her best friends think they are ready for absolutely anything. So, when Eva is asked to babysit her energetic little brother, baby Mo, the girls are excited to take on the challenge. Why it pulls you in They quickly realize that taking care of a tiny baby owl is a much bigger job than they ever imagined! Baby Mo is everywhere at once, making messes, crying, and keeping the girls on their toes. Eva has to use all of her clever ideas to keep her little brother safe, happy, and entertained. Can Eva and her friends handle the chaos of babysitting, or will baby Mo turn out to be too much for them to handle? Join the fun in this relatable sibling adventure.

Jump in It is vacation time! Eva Wingdale is thrilled to be heading to the beautiful beach with her family and her very best friend, Lucy. She cannot wait to build sandcastles and relax in the sun. Why it pulls you in There is just one problem. Eva has a huge, secret fear of swimming in the deep ocean because she is worried about hungry sharks! She tries to hide her fear from everyone, but it stops her from joining in on the water games. Even worse, if she stays on the dry sand, she might miss her only chance to spot the legendary, magical mermowls that live beneath the waves. Will Eva find the courage to conquer her fears and dive into a wonderful underwater adventure?

Sam has a fantastic plan to draw the coolest velociraptor ever. But when Eva decides to join the fun, Sam is not thrilled to share his artistic spotlight. Soon, their simple drawing session turns into an epic, hilarious battle of imaginations on the page. As their creations come to life, the kids find themselves dodging everything from superhero marmots to massive explosions of confetti. What starts as a stubborn standoff quickly spirals completely out of control. When their wildest doodles team up against them, Sam and Eva must figure out how to put their crayons together and draw their way out of danger. This energetic and colorful adventure shows exactly what happens when two gigantic imaginations collide, proving that teamwork just might be the best masterpiece of all.

Step into a magical place so close to the ocean you can taste the sea salt, and so close to the woods you can practically talk to the trees. Here, Farmer Eva Sommaripa has spent over fifty years growing a massive, vibrant green garden life. Eva's farm is not just about plants; it is a bustling community of flying, slithering, and crawling creatures, along with the invisible, hardworking microbes deep in the brown underground soil. You will discover the beautiful science of ecology as you follow Eva's gentle, pioneering methods of caring for the land. As one of the very few books highlighting a female farmer, this biography bursts with the magic of the natural world. Get ready to dig your hands in the dirt and explore how a healthy farm breathes life into everything around it.

Jump in Eva Wingdale loves writing in her diary more than almost anything else. It is where she draws pictures, shares her feelings, and records all her amazing adventures in Treetopolis! Why it pulls you in But one day, Eva accidentally hurts her wing. Oh no! Now her wing is all bandaged up, and she cannot write or draw in her beloved diary at all. Eva feels sad and frustrated because she is missing out on her favorite hobby. Luckily, she is surrounded by a wonderful family and amazing friends who are ready to step in and lend a helping wing. Find out how Eva's loved ones come together to cheer her up and show her that she never has to face a tough time alone.

London is edging toward war, and eleven-year-old Tally Hamilton has been sent to Delderton, a boarding school she is sure she will hate. Instead, she finds a strange, generous place where teachers encourage curiosity, students are allowed to be gloriously themselves, and a school dance troupe can become the start of a real adventure. When Tally helps organize a trip to the small European kingdom of Bergania, she meets Karil, a lonely crown prince who would rather have ordinary friends than palace rules. But Europe in 1939 is not a safe place for children, kings, or peaceful countries. As danger closes in, Tally and her Delderton friends must use courage, quick thinking, and loyalty to help someone who has suddenly lost far more than freedom. This historical adventure blends a warm school story with wartime suspense, ideal for readers who like brave friendships, eccentric teachers, and stories where kindness becomes a kind of resistance.

Step right up to the most prehistoric talent show of the year! Roxy and her dinosaur friends are getting ready to show off their best skills at school. Everyone has a special trick, from spinning hula hoops to zooming around on roller skates. Everyone, that is, except Dexter the dinocorn. Poor Dexter is worried he does not have a single talent to share on stage. He feels completely left out while the rest of the group practices their big routines. But Roxy knows her friend better than anyone. Together, you and Roxy will help Dexter discover that some of the greatest talents do not require a stage at all. Sometimes, knowing how to listen and being a wonderful friend is exactly what makes you a star.

Senior year was supposed to be Sara’s launchpad: top grades, college dreams, and one last year with her best friend before everything changed. Then one reckless night leaves her pregnant, moving in with her sharp-tongued grandmother, and starting over at a school where being the new girl is hard enough without everyone wondering about your future. Belly Up is a frank, funny, and emotionally honest YA contemporary novel about plans that collapse before you are ready and the messy courage it takes to keep going anyway. Sara’s voice is bold, embarrassed, hopeful, and often hilarious as she navigates family tension, friendship, school, romance, and the pressure of making grown-up decisions while still feeling like a teenager. For older teen readers, this is a character-driven story about identity, responsibility, and finding room for possibility when life refuses to follow the script.

Clawstone Castle ought to be thrilling, with towers, dungeons, and a legendary herd of wild white cattle. But when Madlyn and her younger brother Rollo arrive for the summer, they find a crumbling castle, worried elderly relatives, and not nearly enough visitors to keep the place alive. The children’s solution is wonderfully outrageous: gather a troupe of genuine ghosts and turn Clawstone into the spookiest tourist attraction in northern England. Soon a bloodstained bride, a skeleton, and other alarming spirits are helping the castle earn money again. Then the beloved white cattle face a danger much stranger and darker than unpaid bills. Madlyn, Rollo, their new friends, and their ghostly helpers must solve the mystery before the creatures of Clawstone are lost. Funny, eerie, and full of eccentric surprises, this middle grade adventure is perfect for readers who enjoy haunted castles, brave children, and spooky stories with a generous heart.

Toss out your boring old counting games and get ready to count some of the most incredible people in history! Why stop at counting your fingers and toes when you can count the amazing victories of athletes, the brave steps of activists, and the brilliant minds of leaders? From sports champions to groundbreakers who changed the rules, you will meet twenty powerful women who made the world a better place. You can count three straight sets for a tennis legend, two fearless leaders fighting for voting rights, and finally, one totally unique and sensational you. Get ready to explore history while learning your numbers in a bold, colorful adventure that proves anyone can do awesome things.

Grab your favorite paintbrush and get ready to explore history through the colors of the rainbow! Awesome achievements do not just happen in black and white. They come in bright ruby red slippers worn by movie stars, crisp white suits worn by leaders, and deep blue baseball uniforms worn by sports heroes. You will travel through time to meet inspiring women who stood up, stood out, and changed the world, all while showing off their true colors. Every page pops with vibrant art and bold style, introducing you to rule breakers and history makers. It is time to discover how colorful courage can be and find out which shade of awesome matches your own unique spirit.

Maggie Cunningham can handle ghosts, goblins, vampires, and pretty much anything else that crawls out of the dark. Normal teenage life is another story. Raised in a family of monster hunters, Maggie is trained, fearless, and proudly uninterested in blending in—until her mother explains that one very awkward personal milestone stands between her and a professional hunting license. The Awesome is a sharp, supernatural YA comedy with action, monsters, and a heroine whose confidence is as loud as her combat boots. As Maggie tries to figure out dating, friendship, and what “normal” girls are supposedly like, every social disaster feels almost more dangerous than the creatures she hunts. Fast, sarcastic, and full of paranormal chaos, this book is best for older teen readers who enjoy funny fantasy with horror elements, strong female leads, and a coming-of-age story that refuses to be polite.

The big Bike Safety Rally is just around the corner, and Franklin cannot wait to show off his cool new bicycle helmet! But his excitement quickly fades when he overhears Fox and Beaver giggling and making fun of his new gear. Suddenly, Franklin feels terribly embarrassed. He tries everything to hide his helmet, wondering if he should even ride in the rally at all. But a wise word from Rabbit helps him see things differently. Safety is important, and true friends do not laugh at you for protecting yourself. Discover how Franklin finds the courage to stand up to teasing and wear his shiny new helmet with absolute pride.

What do you see when you look in the mirror? In this beautifully illustrated story, a young girl named Mei learns to see the incredible beauty in her Chinese American heritage. Her eyes point toward the sun, bringing the warmth and joy of a thousand rays. Her hair is as inky black and smooth as a peaceful night sky, and her skin is brushed with radiant gold. This uplifting and joyful book is a powerful celebration of self love and family history. It shows how children can be brilliant bridges between the past and the future, carrying the light of their communities wherever they go. Discover the power of loving exactly who you are and recognizing the golden light that shines inside you.

School picture day is finally here, and Juno Valentine is facing a massive fashion emergency! Her mom is pushing for bright flower patterns, and her dad wants her to wear a wild outfit with rainbow ruffles. Juno is completely stuck, but her morning is about to get much more complicated. Her little brother Finn suddenly vanishes into a magical hall of shoes, and Juno must chase him down. You will sprint through time right alongside Juno, meeting amazing heroes like champion gymnasts, famous actors, sharp shooters, and first ladies. They will help Juno search for her brother and give her the confidence to pick an outfit that perfectly shows off exactly who she is.

Far out in the Atlantic, three elderly sisters care for a secret island crowded with extraordinary creatures: mermaids, selkies, a kraken, and other beings who need protection from the ordinary world. Aunt Etta, Aunt Coral, and Aunt Myrtle are devoted to their strange patients, but they are growing old, and adults cannot be trusted with a secret this enormous. Their solution is shocking, funny, and very Eva Ibbotson: they decide to kidnap a few sensible children and train them as future caretakers. Minette and Fabio begin to discover the island’s wonders, while another child brings trouble the aunts never expected. Caring for magical creatures takes courage, secrecy, and more kindness than anyone guessed. This inventive fantasy adventure mixes sea magic, environmental feeling, and comic mischief, giving readers a hidden world where every odd creature matters and every careless human decision has consequences. Readers who enjoy whimsical stories with real stakes will find the island hard to leave.

Step into the spotlight and meet a collection of brilliant minds and powerful athletes who shaped the world! People of Asian descent have always been at the very front of exciting discoveries, stunning art, and incredible sports victories. Now, you get to explore their amazing journeys. You will read about champions who gracefully glided across the ice, actors who brought unforgettable characters to life, and leaders who fought to make the rules fair for everyone. Every single story in this book proves that your voice deserves to be heard and your dreams deserve to be chased. Get ready to find your own inspiration as you discover these legendary heroes and learn exactly why you are golden, too.

Ivo has always wanted an adventure, so being sent with a hag, a troll, and a wizard to rescue Princess Mirella from the dreaded Ogre of Oglefort sounds like exactly the kind of mission a lonely orphan might dream about. The rescuers expect claws, roaring, and a fearsome monster waiting in a ruined castle. Instead, they find a princess who does not want to be rescued, an ogre who is miserable rather than monstrous, and a magical problem that refuses to behave like an ordinary fairy tale. Soon the mission becomes less about defeating evil and more about helping a strange household find its courage, comfort, and spark again. With trolls, hags, ghosts, wizards, and a sharp comic twist on princess-rescue stories, this middle grade fantasy is spooky, silly, and surprisingly tender. Readers who like magic with oddball characters and unexpected kindness will find plenty to enjoy.

Emma MacLaren likes her life quiet, geeky, and safely off the social radar. Then Quinn Littleton moves in as her new stepsister and brings a full-force reign of popularity, cruelty, and chaos with her. Quinn is the kind of girl who can make teachers, classmates, and cheerleaders miserable before lunch—and Emma wants nothing more than to get her out of her life. Then Quinn dies. Dead Little Mean Girl is a darkly funny and thoughtful YA contemporary novel about grief, family, and the labels people hide behind. Emma is left sorting through anger, guilt, confusion, and the uncomfortable discovery that even someone who seemed easy to hate may have been more complicated than anyone knew. For teen readers, this is a sharp, emotionally layered story about blended families, bullying, social stereotypes, and the difficult work of seeing people more honestly after it is too late to change the past.

High in the Himalayas, Lady Agatha Farlingham is taken by a yeti and discovers that the so-called monster is gentle, intelligent, and desperate for help raising his motherless children. Agatha teaches the young yetis manners, speech, and stories, creating a hidden family in a secret mountain valley. Many years later, tourists, hunters, and the modern world threaten their safe home. The yetis must make an impossible journey from the mountains to England, helped by two brave children and a kind driver who understands that enormous hairy passengers require unusual planning. Along the way, the travelers meet danger, silliness, and people who do not always treat animals with care. This warm, witty adventure turns the Abominable Snowman legend into a story about protection, loyalty, and respect for wild creatures. The tone is light, but the stakes feel real because the yetis’ future depends on secrecy and courage.

Open up the most mysterious closet you have ever seen and try on a pair of truly magical shoes! Juno Valentine is just a regular kid, until she discovers that stepping into the right pair of shoes can transport her to completely different times and places. You will journey along with Juno as she tries out the footwear of some of the most famous and inspiring women in history. Every new pair brings a completely different adventure, letting Juno see the world through the eyes of brilliant creators and brave leaders. Try on a new perspective, explore unknown worlds, and find out what kind of incredible footsteps you might want to leave behind in your own favorite shoes.

Throw out your standard alphabet and get ready for a completely awesome way to learn your letters! Forget about simple apples and boring balls. You are about to zoom from A to Z alongside some of the bravest and boldest women who ever lived. You will soar through the skies with fearless pilots, stand up for what is right with courageous judges, and sing your heart out with music legends. Every single letter unlocks a new story about a hero who changed the world. This fast-paced journey will show you that history is packed with incredible people, and by the time you reach the very end, you will realize that the most extraordinary letter of all is the one that stands for you.

Hal has read about dogs, dreamed about dogs, and hoped for a dog with all the patience a child can manage. His wealthy parents care more about clean carpets than companionship, so when a scruffy terrier named Fleck arrives for Hal’s birthday, it feels like a miracle. Then Hal learns the truth: Fleck was only rented for the weekend. Determined not to lose the first real friend he has ever had, Hal runs away with Fleck and joins forces with Pippa, a girl who knows exactly how badly the dogs at Easy Pets need rescuing. Soon several dogs, two children, and a growing list of pursuers are heading north across England toward Hal’s grandparents. Funny, heartfelt, and full of canine personality, this adventure celebrates loyalty, chosen family, and the bond between children and animals. Dog lovers will especially enjoy the way each escaped dog has a distinct spirit and story.

Alex MacBuff’s ancestral Scottish castle is not just stone, towers, and history. It is home to the ghosts who raised him, and losing it feels like losing his family all over again. When American millionaire Hiram C. Hopgood buys the castle, dismantles it, and ships it to Texas to please his daughter Helen, Alex follows Carra Castle across the ocean. The move is strange enough before the ghosts arrive, homesick and determined not to be evicted from their own haunt. In Texas, Alex and Helen discover that money cannot solve every problem, especially when suspicious adults and comic villains begin turning a family crisis into a wild adventure. This lightly spooky middle grade novel blends Scottish ghost lore, castle comedy, and Texas-sized absurdity. Readers who enjoy ghosts with big personalities, clever children, and haunted-house stories that are more funny than frightening will find plenty of surprises in Granite Falls.

Annika has lived a magical, happy life in the sparkling city of Vienna. Abandoned as a baby, she was taken in by kind servants and grew up polishing parquet floors and baking incredible cakes. But she has always dreamed of the day her real mother will return for her. When a glamorous aristocratic woman suddenly arrives claiming to be her mother, Annika is whisked away to a crumbling, spooky castle in Germany. At first, it seems like a dream come true to finally be a true princess. But the dark halls of Spittal Castle hide terrible secrets, and Annika soon realizes her new family might have a sinister reason for bringing her home.

Humphrey the Horrible has a serious problem: he is not very horrible. In a family filled with ghastly ghouls, screaming skulls, and properly alarming spirits, Humphrey is small, gentle, and not especially good at frightening anyone. But when his ghostly family loses its haunt, he discovers a much bigger problem. Across Britain, old castles, bogs, and dark forests are being modernized, demolished, or turned into cheerful tourist attractions, leaving ghosts with nowhere to go. Humphrey’s kindness may be exactly what they need. With the help of Rick, a thoughtful schoolboy who believes ghosts deserve protection too, Humphrey sets out to find a safe home for Britain’s displaced spirits. This funny, spooky classic mixes ghost-story details with a clever rescue mission and a gentle message about making room for those who do not fit neatly into the modern world. It is ideal for readers who like eerie characters with surprisingly lovable hearts.

Dinosaurs are roaringly awesome, and unicorns are magically fantastic, but what happens when you smash the absolute best parts of both together? You get Roxy! She is a sassy, glittery, steak-loving Unisaurus Rex, and she is ready to take you on a massive adventure. Roxy loves her shiny horn and her powerful roar, but sometimes it is tricky being the only creature of her kind. You will stomp alongside this colorful hero as she figures out how to navigate a world full of regular dinosaurs. Through plenty of laughs and a few shiny mishaps, Roxy learns that blending in is completely boring. Get ready to celebrate exactly what makes you different and discover that the best friends will always love you just the way you are.

Maia expects the Amazon to be dazzling, and she is right, though not in the way she first hopes. Orphaned in England in 1910, she travels with her formidable governess, Miss Minton, to live with distant relatives near Manaus. Maia dreams of orchids, macaws, and a warm new family; instead, the Carters are selfish, suspicious, and determined to shut the rainforest out of their lives. Beyond their closed windows waits the real adventure: a vast river world, new friendships, hidden histories, and mysteries tied to a boy who knows the forest far better than Maia does. As Maia learns to trust her curiosity and courage, the Amazon becomes more than a setting; it becomes the place where she begins to imagine a bigger life. Award-winning and richly atmospheric, this historical adventure is perfect for readers who enjoy brave heroines, difficult families, secret identities, and journeys into a world both beautiful and dangerous.

Orphaned Oliver Smith has just inherited the gloomy, creeping Helton Hall, and his greedy cousins are determined to steal it away from him. Their wicked plan? Hire the most terrifying, blood-curdling phantoms from the Dial-A-Ghost Agency to scare young Oliver out of his wits! They request the Shriekers, a horrifying duo guaranteed to cause a fright. But thanks to a hilarious mix-up at the ghost agency, the Wilkinsons arrive instead. They are a perfectly polite and kind family of ghosts! Since Oliver actually loves ghosts, he quickly teams up with his new spooky friends to outsmart his evil relatives and save his home.

Arriman the Awful, Wizard of the North, has decided he must marry a witch powerful enough to continue his dark magical legacy. To choose the most wicked bride, he announces a contest among the witches of Todcaster: whoever performs the blackest, most terrifying spell will win his hand. The competitors are ready with rats, curses, frightful theatrics, and plenty of ambition. Belladonna would love to impress Arriman, but there is one dreadful obstacle in her way: she is hopelessly good. Her magic produces flowers, baby animals, and other embarrassingly gentle results when she is trying to be sinister. As the contest grows more outrageous, Belladonna must decide whether she can change herself enough to belong in a world that rewards darkness. Witty, gothic, and full of comic magical disasters, this fantasy is a strong pick for readers who like witches, wizards, eccentric villains, and stories that poke fun at fairy-tale expectations.

Heckie is not your ordinary, everyday witch. She is an animal witch with an incredible Toe of Transformation, and she is determined to make the world a better place! After graduating from witch school, she moves to a small town with a plan to rid the world of bad people by turning them into harmless animals. With the help of her new friend Daniel, she successfully transforms a cruel nursing home owner into a warthog! But things get incredibly complicated when the charming but wicked Lionel Knapsack catches her eye. Can Daniel and his friends stop Lionel from using Heckie's magic for his own evil plans?

Under Platform 13 at King’s Cross Station lies a hidden doorway to a magical island, but it opens for only nine days every nine years. Last time, the island’s baby prince was stolen in London. Now the doorway has opened again, and an unlikely rescue party steps through: a wizard, an ogre, a gentle fey, and Odge Gribble, a determined young hag. Their mission should be simple enough: find the prince and bring him home before the passage closes. But London is crowded, the human world is confusing, and the boy they are looking for has grown up as Raymond Trottle, a spoiled child with no interest in being rescued by magical strangers. Packed with ogres, mermaids, mistmakers, and comic complications, this lively fantasy adventure is ideal for readers who like secret worlds hidden inside ordinary places and rescue missions where the hardest problem may be the person being rescued.