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Can you capture the chupacabra?

an interactive monster hunt
2022
In this plot-your-own story book, the reader who wants to be a cryptozoologist follows the clues to find the elusive Chupacabra monster, a scary creature with spines and glowing red eyes.

Can you survive the 1900 Galveston hurricane?

2022
"In September 1900, the people of Galveston, Texas, knew a storm was coming. But they'd experienced storms before and didn't think much of it. However, the hurricane that hit on September 8 was more powerful and damaging than anybody expected. Will you find a way to survive the storm and write about the experience for the local newspaper? Can you find a way to save your family's business and the customers inside when the storm hits? Will you rescue a young woman who is floating by on the detached roof of a house in the middle of the storm? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to find a way to survive through one of the deadliest storms in history"--Provided by publisher.
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Can you survive the great San Francisco earthquake?

2022
"The date is April 18, 1906. The city of San Francisco has just been rocked and shaken by a huge earthquake. Even worse, the quake causes huge fires to break out across the city. Can you escape your damaged home before it collapses? Will you join the firefighters as they try to save the city from the devastating fires? Will you be accused of looting after helping a boy escape from some rubble? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to survive one of the worst earthquakes ever recorded"--Provided by publisher.
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Power of flight

2022
"You thought you were in for an ordinary summer at science camp--that is, until you sneak into an off-limits area of the Center for Avian Science, get your hand pecked by a weird bird, and suddenly gain the power of flight! Now it's up to you to decide how to use the power: Will you fly out at night to save the day? Will you team up with the villainous Dr. Zeus, who bred the mutant bird and wants to take over the world with its powers? Or will you make the wrong choice and meet an ill-fated end?"-- Provided by publisher.
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The frog prince

an interactive fairy tale adventure
2020
A choose-your-own-adventure in which the reader can proceed as a space princess trapped on a deserted moon, a handsome prince with a green complexion, or an adventurer in an enchanted forest in a modern version of the classic fairy tale. Includes a history of The frog prince.

Stolen from the studio

2020
"When Carlos' mother is assigned to a high-profile case on the set of his favorite television show, he sees this opportunity as a chance to show off his detective skills and earn his mother's trust"--OCLC.

Haunting at the hotel

2020
"Carlos and his friends must help his mother solve a haunting in a remote hotel"--Provided by publisher.

Can you survive the schoolchildren's blizzard?

an interactive history adventure
2022
"It is January 12, 1888, and you are caught by surprise by a powerful blizzard that sweeps across the Midwest. Dangerously cold temperatures, high winds, and deep snow make travel nearly impossible. Will you be able to find your way home through the storm after leaving school? Can you find your father after he becomes lost in the blinding snow? Will you be able to help your students find shelter after the storm ruins your schoolhouse? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to find a way to survive one of history's worst blizzards"--Provided by publisher.

Can you survive the Johnstown flood?

2022
"On May 31, 1889, heavy rains and a dam failure sent flood waters sweeping into Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The 50-foot-high wall of water quickly demolished much of the town. Will you and your new husband be able to escape certain doom as you wait for your train to leave the station? Can you climb onto your house's roof for safety before the building completely fills with water? Will you join in the effort to save others who are floating by on the roofs of their houses? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to find a way to survive one of the deadliest disasters in American history"--Provided by publisher.

The emperor's new clothes

an interactive fairy tale adventure
2020
"A choose-your-own-adventure in which the reader can proceed as a sheriff in the Old West, an advisor on the moon, or the friend of a wealthy but shallow trendsetter in a modern version of the classic fairy tale. Includes a history of The Emperor's New Clothes"--OCLC.

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