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• Bookshare Web Reader - A customized reading tool for Bookshare members offering all the features of DAISY with a single click of the "Read Now" link.
• DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) - A digital book file format. DAISY books from Bookshare are DAISY 3.0 text files that work with just about every type of access technology that reads text. Books that contain images will have the download option of ‘DAISY Text with Images’.
• BRF (Braille Refreshable Format) - Digital Braille for use with refreshable Braille devices and Braille embossers.
• MP3 (MPEG audio layer 3) - Provides audio only with no text. These books are created with a text-to-speech engine and spoken by Kendra, a high quality synthetic voice from Ivona. Any device that supports MP3 playback is compatible.
• DAISY Audio - Similar to the DAISY option above; however, this option uses MP3 files created with our text-to-speech engine that utilizes Ivonas Kendra voice. This format will work with Daisy Audio compatible players such as Victor Reader Stream and Read2Go.
• EPUB - A standard e-book format that can be read on many tools, such as iBooks, Readium or others.
• Word - Accessible Word output, which can be unzipped and opened in any tool that allows .docx files

A Sudden Storm

LITTLE HOUSE

NEW ARRIVALS AT WILLOW FARM

Classic Retellings – Little Women: A Retelling (Classic Retellings)

Bestselling author Laura Wood brings the adventures of Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy to even more readers in this beautiful retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s coming-of-age classic.

4u2read – Operation Banana (4u2read)

As World War ll drags on, Susan sets out on a mission to cheer up her mum in this heartwarming wartime tale from award-winning historical fiction writer Tony Bradman.

What It Was Like to be … (What It Was Like to be … #1)

Did you know that the Vikings were traders as well as raiders; and that they established the world's oldest surviving parliament? Embark on an incredible voyage through Viking life and history in the first in an exciting new series from bestselling non-fiction writer David Long.

Suitcase S(witch)

An accidental luggage swap with a witch conjures a series of mishaps for Zahra in this charming magical adventure from acclaimed children’s author Aisha Bushby

The Boy Who Stole the Pharaoh's Lunch

Seth learns some important life lessons when he's transported back to Ancient Egypt in this absorbing time-slip adventure from bestselling author Karen McCombie.

Jodie

Trapped and alone on the salt marshes, Jodie is troubled by a haunting presence in this eerily atmospheric ghost story from multi-award-winning author Hilary McKay

Calling the Whales

When a majestic whale is stranded near their Scottish hometown, Tulsi and Satchen are determined to save it. But after their boat capsizes in a storm, they’re left dangerously adrift. Just as all seems lost, help arrives from an unexpected source … An adventure with a powerful eco message at its heart.

Little Gems – Budgie (Little Gems)

A lost little budgie brings together a young boy and his seemingly grumpy older neighbour in this touching Little Gem from award-winner and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho.

Marvin And The Book Of Magic

Marvellous Marvin braves the stage to showcase the magic that can be found in true friendship in this hilarious and heartfelt tale from bestselling author Jenny Pearson. After being humiliated by a badly behaved squirrel on national television, Marvin has vowed NEVER to perform magic in public again. But when he acquires a mysterious book that promises to show those with the gift of magic how to use it properly, his best friend Asha persuades him to make a comeback in the school talent show. Watch Marvellous Marvin take to the stage to demonstrate the magic that can be found in true friendship!

Echostar: Is Always Listening

Test Trouble

The Island Vet (1) — PIRATES AND SEA MONSTERS

Tia and her mum start an adventurous new life on Gull Haven Island, finding lots of animals who need their help along the way. Tia's mum has a new job as the vet on Gull Haven Island and there are a lot of animals who need her help. When she's called away to help a sickly cow on a nearby island and gets trapped there in a storm, Tia has to step up and care for the animals staying in the surgery. It's a big responsibility and then she has to deal with a mysterious creature that washes up on the shore after the storm. Their new life on the Haven Islands is clearly going to be full of adventures!

DROWNING IN MY BEDROOM

The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole. Gayla is trapped when floodwater pours into her bedroom in a residential centre for kids with disabilities. The other children have been evacuated while Gayla waited for her father, but now the streets around are cut off and she's all alone with no way out. Junjun's makeshift shack has been washed away in the flood and he needs to find medicine for his sister, who's sick after drinking contaminated water. At first these two young people seem to have little in common and pity each other, but as the waters continue to rise, can they find a way to work together to survive …?

The Day the Hiccups Took Over

When Frank's hiccups just won’t STOP, they get him into all kinds of trouble in this hilarious caper from comedy genius and bestselling author Jo Simmons.

Finding Her Feet

When Lily joins the local girls' football team has she finally found a place where she fits in? A shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and anxiety at school in this touching tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth.

Nightjar

Noah has felt misunderstood and abandoned since his dad moved away, but can they find a way to build a new relationship? Carnegie Medal winner Katya Balen returns with a stunning tale about a fractured bond between father and son – and the injured bird that helps to heal it.

The Piano at the Station

When Lacey gets sent to lunch-time music lessons to keep her out of trouble at school, she discovers a love and talent for the piano that opens up a whole new world. But when Lacey's music teacher leaves unexpectedly, will she be thrown back into turmoil?

Crow

New girl Hattie hopes a scarecrow will protect her den at school, but soon Crow is taking his job far too seriously and Hattie's chances of making any friends are being ruined … A darkly comic tale from acclaimed author Nicola Skinner.

The Storm and the Minotaur

When young George becomes trapped in the mine where he works with his father, can a figure from the shadows lead him to safety …? Lucy Strange interweaves the Industrial Revolution with Greek mythology in this gripping and atmospheric tale, featuring artwork from acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy.

What It Was Like to be … (What It Was Like to be … #2)

Embark on a fascinating foray into the world of the Ancient Romans as David Long explains what life was actually like for ordinary people as well as their famous emperors, while also looking at the lingering influence of Roman civilisation throughout the world.

The Griffin Gate (The Griffin Gate #4)

From sweltering sun to a wild snowstorm, wardens Grace and Tom must brave the elements to save the day in this thrilling Griffin Gate adventure from bestseller Vashti Hardy.

Little Gems – Peggy Little-Legs (Little Gems)

A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.