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"Maya Esposito has just won the coveted junior internship for the local newspaper. Everyone seems to be happy for her, except Bobby, and his new attitude stings. Maya loves writing about sports, but doubt clouds her judgment. Can Maya stay true to her passion and prove she's just as strong as any boy, no matter what her critics say?"--Provided by publisher.

"Louie Lin's parents have just agreed to hire a choreographer to help her prepare for the state championship. To get the training, Louie starts taking Korean tea lessons with her grandmother. Louie grows frustrated with her schedule, rushing her lessons and arguing with her instructor. Can the dancing dynamo find the balance she seeks, or will she boil over?"--Provided by publisher.

When the team goalie is injured during the soccer match, seventh-grader Griffin is called on to switch positions and play goal for the remainder of the season--and the playoffs.

"Rana Parisi's softball team is heading for the summer league championship. As a catcher, Rana calls the shots. But when her plan to organize a surprise party for Maya backfires, feelings are hurt and Rana loses focus. Will Rana strike out during the championship? And can she save her friendship?"--Provided by publisher.

Seventh-grader Javon is the relief pitcher for his summer league baseball team and they are in the championship tournament--trouble is there is one player on the team they are playing that he cannot seem to get out.

When the team goalie is injured during the soccer match, seventh-grader Griffin is called on to switch positions and play goal for the remainder of the season--and the playoffs.

Seventh-grader Torry is feeling pressure on the basketball court because he has to guard a player on the rival team who is bigger and older than he is.

"It is track season and seventh-grader Marcus is struggling at the 400 meter distance and upset that his best friend Torry jokes about his slow times--so he is determined to build up enough strength to earn a place on the 4x400 meter relay at the upcoming track and field meet."--Provided by publisher.

After Chase Clark makes the varsity football team with his best friend, Tripp, Chase is the only one who witnesses a hard hit that knocks Tripp out. Chase must decide whether to tell someone or stay silent.