Rakam's world is under attack by an ancient adversary that has plagued his people for generations. He and his great-grandfather Mabetu lead their people in a fight to save the world they love. The crusade against the invaders leads to battles against not only the mystic and evil terrors native to Rakam's world, but also with the alien powers that wish to destroy everything. 262 pp.

Best-selling author Liz Kessler makes her first foray into early fiction with a funny tale about an aspiring pirate dog who is afraid of boats.
Poppy the dalmatian can t wait to go on a seaside vacation with her family. And when they tie a skull-and-crossbones scarf around her neck, she s sure a pirate s life of adventure on the open seas awaits. But to be a pirate dog, Poppy must find her perfect pirate ship. Unfortunately, boats bob up and down a lot. Waves splash over the side. Strange creatures live in the water. After trying and failing to be a brave pirate dog on a fishing boat, a...