Carmen's Crystal Ball — Linda Johns

Carmen's Crystal Ball is the seventh title in a new series of adventures written specifically for tween girls. This fun series follows a group of friends who receive mysterious messages and win charms as they grow in confidence. The stories emphasize fun, friendship and empowerment.

Carmen Bernstein has a nose for news and a heart for animals. When she finds an old crystal ball on the same day that a mysterious message appears, Carmen begins to wonder if maybe she should start predicting the future instead of reporting on the past. Now she's on the trail of a story that could change the fate of her four-legged friends. And not even Carmen can predict where a greyhound named Dewey will lead her.

This fun series follows a group of friends who receive mysterious messages that help them grow in confidence. The series is full of funny situations every tween girl can identify with, and parents can feel comfortable knowing their girls are reading books that emphasize diversity, self-esteem, and personal courage.