Laurie B. Friedman

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  • Bibliography:
    173 Books (3 Series)
  • First Book:
    March 2002
  • Latest Book:
    September 2023
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Full Series List in Order

Mallory

1 - Mallory on the Move (Feb-2004)
2 - Back to School, Mallory (Aug-2004)
3 - Mallory Vs. Max (Dec-2004)
4 - Happy Birthday, Mallory! (Aug-2005)
5 - In Business with Mallory (Feb-2006)
6 - Heart to Heart with Mallory (Aug-2006)
7 - Mallory on Board (Apr-2007)
8 - Honestly, Mallory! (Sep-2007)
9 - Campfire Mallory (Feb-2008)
10 - Step Fourth, Mallory! (Sep-2008)
11 - Red, White & True Blue Mallory (Mar-2009)
12 - Happy New Year, Mallory! (Oct-2009)
13 - Mallory Goes Green! (Apr-2010)
14 - Mallory in the Spotlight (Oct-2010)
15 - Mallory's Guide to Boys, Brothers, Dads, and Dogs (May-2011)
16 - Mallory's Super Sleepover (Oct-2011)
17 - Oh Boy, Mallory (Jan-2012)
18 - Mallory McDonald, Super Snoop (Sep-2012)
19 - Mallory and Mary Ann Take New York (Mar-2013)
20 - Play It Again, Mallory (Sep-2013)
21 - Three's Company, Mallory! (Mar-2014)
22 - Mallory McDonald, Baby Expert (Sep-2014)
23 - Game Time, Mallory! (Mar-2015)
24 - Change Is in the Air, Mallory (Sep-2015)
25 - On the Road with Mallory (Jan-2016)
26 - High Five, Mallory! (Aug-2016)
27 - Mallory McDonald, Super Sitter (Jan-2017)
28 - Mallory Makes a Difference (Sep-2017)

Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair

1 - Can You Say Catastrophe? (Oct-2013)
2 - Too Good to Be True (Apr-2014)
3 - Truth and Kisses (Sep-2014)
4 - Love or Something Like It (Apr-2015)
5 - Not What I Expected (Sep-2015)
6 - Too Much Drama (Jan-2016)
7 - A Twist of Fate (Aug-2016)
8 - Life, Loss, and Lemonade (Jan-2017)

Ruby Valentine

1 - Love, Ruby Valentine (Oct-2006)
2 - Ruby Valentine Saves the Day (Aug-2010)

Book List in Order: 173 titles

  • A Big Bed for Jed

    Having grown out of his crib, Jed gets a brand new bed, but the bed appears too big and Jed doesn't want anything to do with it until his parents step in and show him all the benefits that a big bed can offer....

  • Mallory on the Move

    Mallory - 1

    Audisee eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! When eight-and-a-half-year-old Mallory McDonald’s parents tell her that they are moving, she’s mad -- really mad! It’s not...

  • Back to School, Mallory

    Mallory - 2

    Summer is over and that can only mean one thing for eight-year-old Mallory McDonald (like the restaurant, but no relation) -- she has to go back to school. But not just any school, a new school with all new kids in it. To make matters worse, her mom ...

  • Mallory Vs. Max

    Mallory - 3

    Spunky, eight-year-old Mallory McDonald is very unhappy when her parents decide to get her older brother Max a dog. Why would her parents agree to such a thing? Dogs are smelly and bark and chew on things. Plus, they already have a perfectly good cat...

  • A Style All Her Own

  • I'm Not Afraid of This Haunted House

  • Happy Birthday, Mallory!

    Mallory - 4

    Mallory McDonald is turning nine! And she is ready to celebrate getting the past year over -- one troubled with moving, starting a new school, making new friends, and sibling rivalry. Mallory wants her ninth birthday to be extra special. So instead o...

  • In Business with Mallory

    Mallory - 5

    Mallory McDonald has her eye on the perfect purse, but it’s too expensive and Mallory’s mom is not buying! So Mallory comes up with the perfect plan to get the perfect purse. She’ll just start a business! Yet starting a business isn’t as easy...

  • Heart to Heart with Mallory

    Mallory - 6

    Valentine's Day is approaching and everyone seems to be crazed with love -- except for Mallory. She's been invited to a Valentine's party next door and rumor has it that her next-door neighbor's dad is going to propose to her best friend's mom. What ...



  • Love, Ruby Valentine

    Ruby Valentine - 1

    Deep in the heart of Heartland lives Ruby Valentine and her trusty parrot Lovebird. Ruby's favorite day of the year is Valentine's Day―she loves to say "I love you" and make cards and treats to deliver to everyone in her town. But Ruby is so exh...

  • Mallory on Board

    Mallory - 7

    Bon Voyage! Mallory and her family and friends are setting sail on a cruise. But poor Mallory feels like she's sunk and she hasn't even set sail yet. Her two best friends' parents are getting married and even though Mallory is trying her best to be h...

  • Honestly, Mallory!

    Mallory - 8

    Everyone seems to know what they want to be for Career Day at school -- that is, everyone except Mallory. She can’t seem to find anything she’s good at. When she finally decides to be a fashion designer, some of her classmates laugh at her. And t...

  • Campfire Mallory

    Mallory - 9

    It's summertime and the Wish Pond Road gang is getting ready to go to Camp Blue Lake. Mallory's not so sure she wants to go. What if she gets homesick or none of the other kids like her? Her best friends, Mary Ann and Joey, convince her how fun it wi...

  • Angel Girl

    Herman lives in a labor camp. It is World War II, and the Nazis have made him a prisoner. He is forced to work long hours, and his only food is soup made of water. Soon he loses the will to go on. Then she appears. A young girl on the other side...

  • Step Fourth, Mallory!

    Mallory - 10

    It's a new school year for Mallory and everything's perfect! She has a new computer, a pair of just-right back-to-school shoes, and her best friend, Mary Ann, is in her class. But somehow things go from perfectly good to perfectly bad. Mallory's firs...

  • Red, White & True Blue Mallory

    Mallory - 11

    Mallory is in Washington, D.C., with her fourth grade class. She can't wait to see the famous monuments and museums. But from the moment she sets foot in the nation's capital, there's one thing she doesn't see much of . . . her best friend. Mary Ann ...

  • Thanksgiving Rules

    Percy Isaac Gifford's Official Thanksgiving Decree: I officially command you to eat EVERYTHING you see! Percy knows just what to do to get the most out of this delicious holiday. And so will you if you follow his ten simple rules. From "the early ...

  • Happy New Year, Mallory!

    Mallory - 12

    It's New Year's Eve and Mallory can't wait to celebrate! Her camp friends are coming to Fern Falls and she and Mary Ann have planned out every last detail for a perfect winter reunion and New Year's Eve party. But what Mallory hadn't planned on is ge...

  • Mallory Goes Green!

    Mallory - 13

    Mallory McDonald is going green! As an official member of the Fern Falls Elementary Environmental Committee, Mallory is super excited to make her school and home more environmentally friendly. She’s even selected to be class representative for the ...



  • Ruby Valentine Saves the Day

    Ruby Valentine - 2

    It's Valentine's Day and Ruby won't let anything spoil the celebration! In this follow-up to the popular Love, Ruby Valentine, Ruby's favorite day of the year rolls around again, and she and Lovebird work feverishly to plan the perfect party for e...

  • Mallory in the Spotlight

    Mallory - 14

    The world is a stage for Mallory McDonald! When Mallory tries out for a part in the school play and gets the lead, she is super excited. But not everyone shares her enthusiasm, especially her best friend Mary Ann. In fact, the more excited Mallory ge...

  • Mallory's Guide to Boys, Brothers, Dads, and Dogs

    Mallory - 15

    Mallory McDonald has four big problems. Problem #1: The boy she likes doesn't like her back. Problem #2: Her brother is mad at her. Problem #3: Her dad is upset about her math grade. Problem #4: Her brother's dog won't leave her alone, and he smells...

  • Back-to-School Rules

    School's in session! When it comes to surviving school, Percy's at the head of the class. If you can follow his ten simple rules, making the grade will be a piece of cake (and school will be a lot of fun). But there's more to school than showing u...

  • Mallory's Super Sleepover

    Mallory - 16

    Mallory is turning 10, and she's planning a super sleepover! To celebrate her tenth birthday, Mallory wants to have the most super sleepover celebration ever! Mallory plans out everything to the last detail. As long as she promises not to let the fun...

  • Oh Boy, Mallory

    Mallory - 17

    Mallory has a new diary, and big news to write in it: a cute fifth-grade boy LIKES her! The only problem: Mallory's friends are more excited about it than she is. Mallory's not sure what to do, what to say on the phone, or even how she feels. Her bes...

  • Mallory McDonald, Super Snoop

    Mallory - 18

    Mallory is on a mission. Max, her brother, is spending all his time with his girlfriend and won't allow Mallory around for ANY of it. Mallory wants to know what's going on when they're together. Are Max and Winnie hatching secret plans? Are they caus...

  • Mallory and Mary Ann Take New York

    Mallory - 19

    START SPREADING THE NEWS ... Mallory and Mary Ann are headed to New York. They've got sights to see! The Empire State Building. The Statue of Liberty. Times Square. Central Park. But they also have a problem to solve. Only one of them is invited to a...

  • Play It Again, Mallory

    Mallory - 20

    Mallory is excited about the six-week arts electives program at Fern Falls Elementary -- until she gets stuck in her last-choice class, band. To make matters worse, she is assigned to the tuba, and when she plays, it sounds more like passing gas than...

  • Can You Say Catastrophe?

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 1

    April Sinclair just wants what any normal thirteen-year-old would want: to disown her parents and obnoxious little sisters; to escape to summer camp ASAP with her two best friends, Billy and Brynn; and to make a good impression on Matt Parker, the ho...



  • Three's Company, Mallory!

    Mallory - 21

    Some simple math: one + one + one = one too many! From the day they were born, Mary Ann and Mallory have been best friends. They've always been a two-some. But now, there's a new girl in town, and what used to be just the two of them has turned into ...

  • Too Good to Be True

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 2

    Eighth grade is off to a surprisingly promising start for April Sinclair -- although it's not hard to improve on the way last year ended. With a great boyfriend, a best friend who's like a sister, and two boobs that are finally the same size, April h...

  • Mallory McDonald, Baby Expert

    Mallory - 22

    There's a new baby on Wish Pond Road, and Mallory has had all the baby talk she can take! Mallory wants to be excited about Mary Ann and Joey's new brother, Charlie. But she can't help wondering what life will be like now that there's a baby around. ...

  • Truth and Kisses

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 3

    April has a New Year's resolution to start the year off right -- get back together with sweet, funny Billy. They've been friends forever, her family loves him, and he's even class president this year. But she keeps getting stuck on several questions:...

  • Ruby Valentine and the Sweet Surprise

    For Ruby Valentine, two pets means twice the love! There's a new addition in the Valentine house: a kitten! He's soft and sweet, and Ruby is happy to have him. But not everyone shares Ruby's enthusiasm. Lovebird's feathers are more than a little r...

  • Birthday Rules

    When it comes to birthdays, no one knows how to party like Percy! Just follow his simple rules -- like #2 "Happy times call for happy measures" and #9 "Be careful what you wish for" -- to make the most of your celebration. Even when the cake has been...

  • Game Time, Mallory!

    Mallory - 23

    Mallory is excited to participate in a new girls' basketball league, although she has never played and her best friends are not interested, but as the worst player on her team she realizes she has a lot to learn. ...

  • Love or Something Like It

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 4

    Now that April is officially going out with hot-boy-next-door Matt, she's head over heels. She loves how he makes her feel ... most of the time. But one minute he's sweet and attentive, and the next, it's as if he's forgotten they're together. April ...

  • Change Is in the Air, Mallory

    Mallory - 24

    Everything in Mallory McDonald's life is changing! Fourth grade is over and summer is off to a shaky start. The Winstons are moving from Wish Pond Road to a bigger house across town, so Mallory's best friends, Mary Ann and Joey, won't be living next ...

  • Not What I Expected

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 5

    At first, high school is off to a surprisingly good start for April. She and Brynn are on the dance team. April's almost-cousin Sophie has moved to Faraway. Running into Matt hasn't been as weird as April thought it might be. And then there's her ...



  • On the Road with Mallory

    Mallory - 25

    Mallory has a new journal, just in time for her family's vacation to the Grand Canyon. She can't wait for the road trip -- until it turns out that her cousin, Kate, is coming along. Kate would rather read a list of fun facts than have actual fun at t...

  • Too Much Drama

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 6

    A few months into freshman year, April thought her rocky friendship with her childhood BFF, Brynn, was improving. But then Brynn blames April for the breakup with her boyfriend, Billy, and soon other girls on the dance team do too. Meanwhile, Apri...

  • High Five, Mallory!

    Mallory - 26

    Mallory is excited to start fifth grade. She just got a cell phone, and Mary Ann's in her class. What could go wrong? For one thing, she gets off on the wrong foot with her new teacher. For another, Mary Ann seems to be avoiding her and spending all...

  • A Twist of Fate

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 7

    April is stunned when her grandma announces she has cancer. And rather than undergo difficult treatment, Gaga wants to cross an item off her bucket list: going skiing in the mountains. So she's taking the whole family to Utah! Despite their matchi...

  • Life, Loss, and Lemonade

    Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair - 8

    As freshman year winds down, April has a lot to look forward to, including getting her driving permit and spending the summer with her quirky almost-boyfriend, Leo. But she also knows her grandmother, Gaga, doesn't have much time left. On top of t...

  • Mallory McDonald, Super Sitter

    Mallory - 27

    Mallory's new neighbors, the Goldmans, have twin five-year-old boys who need babysitters. Mrs. Goldman hires Mallory and her friend Chloe Jennifer to watch the boys while she works from home. Mallory can't wait! The boys are adorable, so this job wil...

  • Merry Christmas, Mary Christmas!

    The Christmas family loves their over-the-top Christmas celebration -- well, all except for Mary Christmas. But after a talk with Santa Claus, Mary discovers a way to love Christmas with her family while spreading joy throughout town. ...

  • Mallory Makes a Difference

    Mallory - 28

    Mallory has just had the worst Halloween ever, and she's determined to make the next holiday better. She decides the best way to make Thanksgiving a success is to do something that makes other people happy, not just herself. So she starts a food driv...

  • The Little Book of Kindness

    Kindness comes in all shapes, forms, and sizes. The Little Book of Kindness provides a gentle reminder to young readers that every kind act-no matter how small-makes a BIG difference. The Little Book of Kindness helps young boys and girls, preschoole...

  • The Little Book of Giving

    The Little Book of Giving (Children's Book About The Importance of Giving, Giving for the Holiday Season, Giving from the Heart, Kids Ages 3 10, Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade)Holiday time is a special time. It means food, fun, family, and ...



  • Bird Buddies

    Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today, he's working with the flamingos and the ducks, who don't want to be friends! They tell Trainer Tom they're just too different. But Trainer Tom shows these two breeds of birds that making friends w...

  • Caring Camels

    Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today, the camels need his help. There's a flu at the zoo, and lots of their animal friends are sick. The camels want to help their friends feel better. With Trainer Tom's help, the camels learn good, sa...

  • Happy New Year, Spots and Stripes!

    It's New Year's Eve and Ms. Green is busy in her flower shop getting flowers ready for her customers. She leaves Spots and Stripes at home to plan the night ahead. Will this dog and cat duo find a way to resolve their differences and happily ring in ...

  • Happy Valentine's Day, Spots and Stripes!

    It's Valentine's Day and Ms. Green is busy in her flower shop getting holiday flowers ready for her customers. Spots and Stripes are at home getting ready to celebrate. Will this dog and cat duo resolve their differences and find a way to enjoy Valen...

  • Moose At the Market

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose goes shopping. When Frank returns home, he's happy to see his shelves are well stocked. And Moose is happy to see that Frank did a little shopping of his own!...

  • Moose Cleans House

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose gets busy cleaning house. Moose is happy when Frank returns home to a tidy house. But he's even happier when he's rewarded with a good, long belly rub....

  • Moose Does the Laundry

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose does the laundry. And there's lots of it! When Frank returns home, he's happy his laundry is done. And Moose is ready for some well-deserved rest....

  • Moose Makes Soup

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose gets busy in the kitchen cooking soup. Moose loves cooking for Frank, but not as much as he likes curling up on the couch with him at the end of a long day!...

  • Moose Plants a Garden

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose goes to work in the yard. When Frank returns home, he's happy to see the beautiful flowers that Moose planted. And Moose is happy playing a game of fetch in the freshly mowed ...

  • Moose With a Tool Box

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, goes off to band practice, Moose fixes things that are broken. Frank is happy when he sees what his pet has done. He and Moose enjoy a dinner for two in their cozy home....

  • Panda Power!

    Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today, the pandas are trying to put together a puzzle, but they can't get all of the pieces in the right places! They want to quit, but Trainer Tom teaches them an important lesson about not giving up. W...

  • Polite Penguins

    Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today, he's working with the penguins to show them some good ways to be polite. But the penguins would rather swim. With Trainer Tom's help, the penguins learn their manners while still having fun. And T...

  • Scared Bears!

    Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today there's a talent show at the zoo and the bears have stage fright! Trainer Tom teaches the bears some tips to help them conquer their fears and enjoy performing. With Trainer Tom's help, the show go...

  • Silly Milly and the Birthday Surprise

    Milly loves to be silly! But when Dad wakes up with a cold on his birthday, Milly changes all of her silly plans to help him feel better. Milly loves to be silly, but she loves Dad even more and wants to help take care of him on his special day....

  • Silly Milly and the Crying Baby

    Milly loves to be silly, especially at bath time! But when her family can't figure out what to do to get baby Jack to stop crying, Milly gets out of the tub to do her part. Milly gets to use her sillies to solve a problem....

  • Silly Milly and the Missing Keys

    Milly loves to be silly! But when Mom's car keys go missing, Dad asks Milly to stop being silly and help search for the keys. Milly loves to be silly, but learns that helping others can be a whole different kind of fun....

  • Silly Milly and the Picture Day Sillies

    Milly loves to be silly! But it's picture day and Mom isn't happy when she and Jack have a bad case of the sillies. Milly loves to be silly, but recognizes there are times to be silly and times to be serious....

  • Silly Milly and the Rainy Day Rescue

    Milly loves to be silly! But when Grandpa's cat is nowhere to be found, Milly goes outside to find Lucky. Milly loves to be silly, but discovers that being there when Grandpa needs her is important too....

  • Silly Milly and the Spooky Sleepover

    Milly loves to be silly, especially during a sleepover! But when her friend, Emma, hears a spooky noise, Milly stops being silly and helps Emma feel safe. Milly loves to be silly, but knows that being a good friend is even more important....

  • Spots and Stripes and the Very Merry Christmas

    It's Christmas! Ms. Green, Spots, and Stripes are at home opening presents. But when Spots and Stripes both give Ms. Green the same gift, they think Christmas is ruined. Will this dog and cat duo find a way to have a very merry holiday together?...

  • Spots and Stripes Celebrate Earth Day

    It's Earth Day and Ms. Green is busy in her flower shop getting plants and flowers ready for her customers. She leaves Spots and Stripes home to plan how they will participate. Will this dog and cat duo resolve their differences and find a way to wor...

  • Spots and Stripes Celebrate Thanksgiving

    It's Thanksgiving! Ms. Green and Spots and Stripes are at home cooking and baking for their holiday meal. Spots and Stripes have some very different ideas about what's on the menu. Will this dog and cat duo resolve their differences and find a way to...

  • A Zoo Surprise!

    Trainer Tom always helps the animals. Today, the animals want to surprise Trainer Tom. It's his birthday and they're throwing a party for him. All of the animals work together to do something special for Trainer Tom. He loves his special surprise, bu...

  • The Beans Build a House

    The Bean family is building a house! But they have a problem. With a roof over their heads, they can't see the stars at night. Baby Bean suggests they go outside to see the stars. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with their own zany solu...

  • The Beans Go Camping

    The Bean family is going camping! But they have a problem. There are so many noises outside their tent, no one can sleep. Baby Bean suggests they sing a soothing song that will help them fall asleep. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with...

  • The Beans Plant a Garden

    The Bean family is planting a garden. But they have a problem—it's no fun waiting for it to grow. Baby Bean suggests they practice being patient. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with their own zany solution....

  • The Beans Run a Race

    The Bean family is running in a race! But they have a problem. They can't smell the flowers if they're running. Baby Bean suggests they run first, smell later. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with their own zany solution....

  • The Beans Take a Road Trip

    The Bean Family is taking a road trip. But they have a problem. They keep driving in circles and ending up right back where they started. Baby Bean suggests they use a map. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with their own zany solution....

  • The Beans Watch a Scary Movie

    It's movie night at the Bean House and they're watching a scary movie. But they have a problem—they're too scared to watch! Baby Bean suggests they watch a different movie. But the rest of this illogical bunch comes up with their own zany soluti...

  • Bones and Bats in Bunk Five

    Will and Chase are assigned to Bunk Five. Their counselor is a creepy skeleton named Bones, and their cabin is filled with his pet attack bats. With a little help from their friend Nelly, Will and Chase find a way to deal with the bats. But Bones has...

  • A Campout in the Haunted Woods

    A campout in the Haunted Woods is scary enough! But the Camp Creepy Lake campers must also worry about the fire-breathing Dark Monster. It doesn't take long for the Dark Monster to find the campers. Will has a plan to get rid of him. But what if it d...

  • Chef Kate's Burger-and-Fries Surprise

    Diners are lined up outside Chef Kate's restaurant. It's a hot, sunny day and everyone is waiting to see what Chef Kate will be serving for lunch. They're not disappointed! Kate is grilling delicious juicy burgers that are served with a side of fries...

  • Chef Kate's Cake Tower

    Diners are lined up outside of Chef Kate's restaurant. Kate is baking her special Cake Tower and everyone is excited to try it. When she finally opens her doors, diners pour in to taste what she baked. And Kate has an added surprise. It's a dance par...

  • Chef Kate's Campfire Stew

    Diners are lined up outside of Chef Kate's restaurant on a cold day. They don't know what she'll be serving, but can't wait to try it! Chef Kate is busy making her special Campfire Stew. When it's ready, Kate invites everyone to join her around the c...

  • Chef Kate's Can't-Wait-to-Try Pie

    Diners are lined up outside Chef Kate's restaurant while she's inside making her Can't-Wait-to-Try Pie. When Kate leads diners inside, they're not disappointed. Each slice of her special-recipe pie is oh-so sweet and delicious. And Chef Kate is happy...

  • Chef Kate's Mac-And-Say-Cheese

    Diners line up outside Chef Kate's restaurant on a rainy day. She's inside making Mac-and-Say-Cheese. When the dish of the day is ready, she invites her diners into the restaurant, helps them dry off, then serves big plates of creamy Mac-and-Say-Chee...

  • Chef Kate's Magic Bean Soup

    Diners line up outside Chef Kate's restaurant on a snowy day. She's busy inside making Magic Bean Soup. When Kate is ready, she invites her guests in and serves them steamy, hot bowls of delicious Magic Bean Soup. Kate's diners eat, and then get to m...

  • Cows in the House

    Maggie loves living on a farm, but she isn't happy when the cows move into her cozy house. They cook in her kitchen, play dress-up in her closet, take bubble baths in her tub, and have no interest in leaving! Can Maggie find a way to get the cows to ...

  • The Dad Surprise

    Luna's dad is having a birthday, and Luna has a lot of surprises planned to help him celebrate, including a pancake breakfast, a trip to the pet store, a treasure hunt, and a princess tea party. She keeps Dad busy all day with a string of fun surpris...

  • Dot at the Top

    Dot is fearless. She is always the first to try something new. But when she falls and breaks her ankle, Dot is out for the rest of the season. With the support of her SUPER STARZ teammates, Dot finds a way to still contribute to the team while she he...

  • Fishing in Magic Lake

    Elements of magical realism turn a grandmother/grandson day of fishing into an extraordinary experience. When this duo casts out their lines, they catch some fish and a snapping turtle. But with a little time and patience, they catch all sorts of une...

  • Grace Speaks Up

    Grace's father is always pushing her to be a better gymnast, and the stress is getting to her. When Grace finally reveals the problem to the other SUPER STARZ, they encourage her to talk with her father. With their help, Grace learns the importance o...

  • Isabella Learns to Balance

    Isabella has Olympic dreams. But when she falls behind in school, Coach Kim tells her that she must bring up her grades or give up being on the team. With the help and support of her SUPER STARZ teammates, Isabella learns the importance of balancing ...

  • Ling Gets It Right

    Ling loves the balance beam and she's great on it, but she has a mental block when it comes to the vault. With some good advice from her older sister, who is also a gymnast, and the encouragement of her SUPER STARZ teammates, Ling is able to overcome...

  • Mia's Bad Day

    Mia is a perfectionist. She has been working hard on her floor routine and has high hopes of winning a medal. But at the meet, Mia makes one mistake after another. With the help of her coach and SUPER STARZ teammates, Mia learns that not all days can...

  • The Mystery of the Lost Library Book

  • The Mystery of the Missing Campers

    Homesick campers at Camp Creepy Lake go see Maude for help. But suddenly, they're all missing and no one knows where they have gone. Will, Chase, and Nelly work together to find them. But can they figure out what's going on in the Haunted Woods at Ca...

  • The Mystery of the Missing Stapler

  • The Mystery of the Secret Notes

  • The Mystery of the Spooky Sounds

  • The Mystery of the Stolen Snacks

  • Olive and Charlotte

    In this charming tale of two princess sisters, Charlotte is a perfect princess and Olive is, well, just Olive. She tries to be more like her older sister, but despite Olive's best efforts, she always seems to fall short. Will Olive ever shine like Ch...

  • A Postcard from Australia

  • A Postcard from Canada

  • A Postcard from France

  • A Postcard from Italy

  • A Postcard from Japan

  • Rachel Leads the Way

    Coach Kim's birthday is coming up and the SUPER STARZ decide to plan a surprise party for her. The only problem is Rachel wants to be the one to make all of the plans. Her SUPER STARZ teammates patiently teach Rachel what it means to be a team player...

  • Ready Set School!

    Leo is going to school for the first time and he's scared. His family helps him get ready, but Leo is worried. What if he doesn't like school? With his family's help, Leo learns that the most important thing to take with him to school is a positive a...

  • The Return of the Color War Ghost

    When the Camp Creepy Lake campers wake the morning of the color war, they learn the ghosts of color wars past have returned. And it's them against the campers! Will, Chase, and Nelly lead fellow campers to win the battle. But are they fighting a war ...

  • The Wicked Witch of the Waterfront

    Raven, the wicked witch of the waterfront, locks campers who don't pass their swim test into a rickety old shed on the beach. When the boys of Bunk Five all end up in the dark, locked shed, they count on their friend Nelly to help get them out....

  • Sorprendiendo a pap?

  • The Birthday Fairy Is Stuck

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Kiki, a birthday fairy on his way to deliver a cart full of gifts and a cake for a girl celebrating her birthday. But Kiki's cart is stuck on a muddy road. Can the Fairy Friends help Kiki move his cart and get to the birthday ...

  • BOO Times Two!

  • Dog Learns to Share

  • Dog Tells a Story

  • Don't Tell Me What to BOO!

    Ghost sisters Clair and Blair want their little brother Nicky to scare Rock, the boy across the street who plays baseball and says he isn't afraid of anything. Will Nicky scare Rock? Or will he make another friend?...

  • Duck and Dog Take a Hike

  • Duck and Dog, Friends Forever

  • Duck Makes a Splash!

  • Escape from Eerie Island

    The boys of Bunk Five are excited about their canoe outing. But a day of fun quickly turns to terror when they discover they're stranded on Eerie Island with no way off. They come up with an escape plan, but quickly realize it is impossible to escape...

  • A Freaky Friendship

    It's a cold, wet day and Wendy and Willow are stuck inside. With nowhere to go and nothing to do, they get to know each other. But when Willow takes Wendy on a wild broom ride, Wendy is mad. Can Wendy and Willow set aside their differences and become...

  • The Goldfish Wish

    Nate makes a wish. He wants his mom to turn into a goldfish so she can't make him do things he doesn't want to do…like eat vegetables. But when Nate's wish comes true, he discovers that having a goldfish for a mom isn't quite what he thought it...

  • How Do You...BOO?

  • In the Club

  • In the Kitchen

  • It's Game Time!

  • Just BOO It!

  • Moose Goes Fishing

    Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, goes fishing, Moose wants to go too. But a hot, slow day on the lake isn't what Moose had in mind. Being at home that night with Frank was the best part of his day....

  • Moose Learns to Paint

    Moose is no ordinary dog! He learns to paint so he can make something special for his owner, Frank. But when he's done with his painting, Moose worries Frank won't like what he painted. Moose gives Frank the painting and learns something unexpected....

  • The Music Fairy Is Late

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Harmony, a music fairy who arrives late to a piano recital and can't get into the auditorium to cheer on all of the boys and girls who have been practicing hard all year. Can the Fairy Friends find a way to help Harmony celebr...

  • Nightmare in the Infirmary

    At Camp Creepy Lake, sick campers are sent to the infirmary. Now, poor, sick Nelly is stuck there with creepy Nurse Astrid, her strange stock of potions and pills, and her scary squad of giant spiders. Can Will and Chase find a way to rescue Nelly be...

  • One, Two, Three...BOO!

    Now that little brother Nicky is big, his ghost sisters Clair and Blair want him to scare people, like they do. Sweet Mrs. Maple is first on the list. Will Nicky scare Mrs. Maple? Or will he make another friend instead?...

  • Our New Friend!

  • Shake Your BOOTY!

    Ghost sisters Clair and Blair have tried their best to get little brother Nicky to be scary, but Nicky is friendly—not scary. Now Nicky is throwing a party and inviting all of his new friends. He wants his sisters to come too—but only if th...

  • A Spell Slipup

    Wendy loves having a witch as a friend. When Willow wiggles her nose, the bed is made, the room is clean, and snacks magically appear. But when Willow accidentally casts the wrong spell, Wendy's dog disappears. Can Wendy and Willow work together to f...

  • A Spooky Sleepover

    Wendy's Aunt Jane, Uncle Ed, and cousin Clair arrive for a visit. Wendy makes Willow promise not to cast any spells on Clair, who will be sleeping in her room. Wendy doesn't want to frighten her younger cousin. But will Willow keep her promise?...

  • Spots and Stripes Learn to Read

    Every day when Ms. Green goes to work at her flower shop, Spots and Stripes go to school. The class is learning to read, and Spots is having a hard time. But not Stripes! She's a great reader, but she quickly learns that helping a struggling friend c...

  • The Summer Fairy Is Lost

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Blossom, a summer fairy on her way to create a rainbow for a family on a campout in the woods. But Blossom is lost in a summer storm. Can the Fairy Friends help Blossom find the campsite so she can create a rainbow?...

  • Tent Troubles!

  • The Tooth Fairy Needs Help

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Pearl, a tooth fairy trying to leave a special treat for a little boy who lost a tooth. Pearl is scared the big dog in front of the house will wake the little boy. Can the Fairy Friends help Pearl deliver the special treat?...

  • Up at Night

  • Welcome to School, Spots and Stripes

    Spots and Stripes are excited to start school with all of the other cats and dogs. But what happens at school when these two pets try to outdo each other to impress their teacher, Mr. Marshall? Spots and Stripes quickly learn that competing with each...

  • A Wild Ride

    Wendy wants to know more about Willow and what it means to be a witch. So Willow takes Wendy on a magical midnight broom ride. But the next morning, Wendy's mom is suspicious when she finds Wendy asleep in her clothes. Will she believe Wendy's cover ...

  • A Witchy Welcome

    Wendy moves into her new house and finds a young witch named Willow already occupies her room. Wendy says Willow has to go. But Willow claims the room is hers. Will this unlikely pair find a way to share a room?...

  • XOXO, Willow

    Willow teaches Wendy a special witch's dance. Wendy and Willow have so much fun dancing together. But when Mom makes an unexpected discovery, Willow knows she must go. Wendy is so sad when she discovers that Willow is gone. Will Wendy ever see her sp...

  • The Animal Fairy Can't Fly

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Buzz, an animal fairy with a broken wing. Buzz is mad! He wants to go to the zoo to visit his animal friends, but he can't do that with a broken wing. Can the Fairy Friends fix Buzz's wing so he can get back to doing what he l...

  • The Christmas Fairy Gets a Ride

    Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Holly, a Christmas fairy on her way to deliver holiday gifts to a party of kids. But a snowstorm has made it dangerous for Holly to deliver the gifts alone. Can the Fairy Friends make their way through the snow to help Holly d...

  • Duck and Dog Bake a Pie

  • The Grown-up Swap

    Luna thinks it's hard to be a kid. Mom says it's harder to be a grown-up. At the end of a long day at school, Luna suggests they swap places. So the next day, Mom goes to school and Luna heads off to work. Will Luna like being a grown-up? Or will she...

  • How to Build a Sandcastle

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie is teaching Maple how to build a sandcastle. But when it comes to sandcastle building, maybe Maple knows a little something tha...

  • How to Fly a Kite

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie is teaching Maple how to fly a kite. But when it comes to kite flying, maybe Maple knows a little something that she can teach ...

  • How to Have Fun

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie wants to teach Maple how to do yoga. But Maple has a different idea in mind. Can Howie and Maple teach each other new ways to h...

  • How to Paint a Mural

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie is teaching Maple how to paint a mural. But when it comes to mural painting, maybe Maple knows a little something that she can ...

  • How to Row a Boat

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie is teaching Maple how to row a boat. But when it comes to boat rowing, maybe Maple knows a little something that she can teach ...

  • How to Tell a Joke

    Howie is Maple's older brother. That means there are all sorts of fun, new things that Howie can teach Maple. Today, Howie is teaching Maple how tell a joke. But when it comes to joke telling, maybe Maple knows a little something that she can teach H...

  • Madison Mars Makes a Wish

    Madison Mars and her cat, Buzz, want to be astronauts and go to the moon. They try taking a bus and riding bikes to the moon. They even make a wish on a four-leaf clover. Will Madison and Buzz find a way to get to the moon? Downloadable Teacher's Not...

  • Madison Mars Takes Off

    More than anything, Madison Mars wants to be an astronaut and go to the moon. And so does her cat, Buzz. Together, they try climbing, swinging, and jumping to the moon. Will Madison and Buzz make it to the moon? Downloadable Teacher's Notes available...

  • Madison Mars to the Moon

    More than anything, Madison Mars wants to be an astronaut and go to the moon. And so does her cat, Buzz. Together, they build a spaceship out of materials they find in Madison's room. Will Madison and Buzz make it to the moon? Downloadable Teacher's ...

  • Madison Mars, Astronaut in Training

    For her birthday, Madison Mars gets a book about astronauts. She and her cat, Buzz, read the book and learn about all the things that astronauts must do to get to the moon. Madison and Buzz start training in hopes that one day they will make it to th...

  • Miss Happ and the Missing Pages

    Miss Happ takes her second graders on a picnic. They have fun at the park! But when she reads the book she brought, the last chapter is missing. How will the story end for Miss Happ and her students? Downloadable Teacher Notes available....

  • Miss Happ's Field Trip Flop

    Miss Happ is taking her class on a field trip! She drives the bus to the zoo, but the zoo is closed. Miss Happ mixed up the days. Will Miss Happ find a way to flip the script on her field trip flop? Downloadable Teacher Notes available....

  • Miss Happ's First Day Mix-up!

    Miss Happ is supposed to teach high school. Or at least, that's what she thought. But Miss Happ has a way of mixing things up. And on day one, Miss Happ is in for a big surprise! Downloadable Teacher Notes available....

  • Miss Happ's Fish Tank Fix

    Miss Happ has a surprise for her class. Fish! But Miss Happ forgot she has flowers growing in the fish tank. She can't keep flowers and fish in one tank. Will Miss Happ find a fix? Downloadable Teacher Notes available....

  • Miss Happ's Rainbow Adventure

    Miss Happ is teaching her students about rainbows. They learn what colors are in every rainbow. They even make their own rainbow. But will they ever see a real rainbow in the sky? Downloadable Teacher Notes available....

  • Miss Happ's Snow Day Surprise

    Miss Happ is making donuts and hot cocoa to bring to school. But she's so busy preparing the treats, she doesn't look outside. It's snowing, and school has been canceled. What will Miss Happ do with all the goodies she made? Downloadable Teacher Note...

  • The Mystery of the Disappearing Donuts

    Daisy lives across the street from the Dugans. When Mr. Dugan's donuts disappear, Daisy works to uncover the unlikely culprit. With her detective hat, pen, notebook, and magnifying glass, Daisy doesn't stop until every case is cracked! Downloadable T...

  • Werecat

  • Werecat On The Loose

  • Werecat Strikes Again

  • Werecat Was Here!

  • Night School

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  • A Postcard from Costa Rica

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  • Welcome to Camp Creepy Lake

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    Campers say goodbye to their parents and board the bus for a summer of fun at Camp Sleepy Lake. But nothing is as it seems, including the name of the camp. Three young campers, Will, Chase, and Nelly, quickly realize they're in for a very scary summe...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Laurie B. Friedman has published 173 books.

Laurie B. Friedman does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Werecat, was published in September 2023.

The first book by Laurie B. Friedman, A Big Bed for Jed, was published in March 2002.

Yes. Laurie B. Friedman has 3 series.
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