First Second Books

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, Kendall Goode Penned by superstar graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang, the fifth volume of this hilarious genre-bending series brings the Clash of Clans sensation to life! All CJ wants to do after his first successful raid is join the rest of the goblins at a karaoke party. But according to his father, there's work to be done-a fearsome lava monster is hibernating under their village! While his friends are singing their favorite tunes, it's up to father and son to save them all! CJ wants to believe his dad, but he won't be sure until he goes underground to look for the monster himself. Continuing the epic graphic novel series set in the world of Clash of Clans and Clash Royale, Gene Luen Yang pens an offbeat and action-packed tale that turns the fantasy-adventure genre on its head!

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Nurse, bring that healing potion-STAT! Welcome to Creature Clinic, the world's finest-and only-hospital for mythical beings. Here, everyone from trolls and unicorns to tooth fairies and giants can expect the very best treatment. Well, with one exception. Humans are absolutely, 100 percent not welcome. Doctor-in-training Kara Orc has worked hard and followed the rules her entire life to get where she is now. But when a human in need shows up at the hospital, her obedience is put to the test. Sure, most humans are dangerous, destructive beasts, but Kara took an oath to help all creatures. Even humans deserve care and compassion. How long can she keep such a big secret from her boss... who also happens to be her mother? And will her decision to do what's right cause a rift between Kara and her mom that no medicine can cure?

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Charlie's life is a series of obstacles, and one of them is an uncontrollable urge to barf when his anxiety overwhelms him. Ralph is an unpredictable rescue dog with a lot of energy but very few manners. The two make an unlikely pair but are the best of friends. When Ralph causes a scene by following his boy to school, it's suggested the two join dog agility training group. Ralph is a natural-zipping in, around, and over obstacles at lightning speed. Agility training is a fun way for the pair to bond, but when Charlie even considers joining the other handlers at the big contest, his stomach begins to turn. Can the duo take a leap and cross the finish line?