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Darker Still: A Novel of Magic Most Foul – Grades 7 and up paranormal romance – Today’s Barnes & Noble price match – $1.99

cheapreader — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:45:30 +0000

I was obssessed.
It was as if he called to me, demanding I reach out and touch the brushstrokes of color swirled onto the canvas. It was the most exquisite portrait I’d ever seen—everything about Lord Denbury was unbelievable…utterly breathtaking and eerily lifelike.
There was a reason for that. Because despite what everyone said, Denbury never had committed suicide. He was alive. Trapped within his golden frame.
I’ve crossed over into his world within the painting, and I’ve seen what dreams haunt him. They haunt me too. He and I are inextricably linked—bound together to watch the darkness seeping through the gas-lit cobblestone strets of Manhattan. And unless I can free him soon, things will only get Darker Still.
Buy this young adult Gothic tale for only $1.99 today as a Barnes & Noble price match. Recommended for grades 7 and up.

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Before, After and Somebody in Between – Grades 9 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Wed, 16 May 2012 19:45:11 +0000

Martha Kowalski is a quick-witted girl stuck in a bad situation. She’s just moved to the slums of Cleveland with an alcoholic mother and Momma’s new gun-loving, redneck boyfriend. Yes, there are pockets of goodness in her new life–a friend at school, a boy who lives upstairs, and cello lessons–but every day is filled with abuse from the unrelenting life of the ghetto. One day, Martha finds herself out on the street, and that’s when her luck changes.
A wealthy family invites her to live with them and within days she is enrolled in private school, is outfitted in the perfect new wardrobe, and is falling for the cutest guy she’s ever seen. But life isn’t so simple, and soon Martha realizes that she’s not the only one with a past. Get this book SuperCheap for $1.99. Suitable for grades 9 and up.
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The Wind in the Willows – A classic for grades 4 – 6 – $3.32

cheapreader — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:45:52 +0000

The much-loved classic tales of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad.
When Mole goes boating with Ratty instead of doing his spring-cleaning, he discovers a whole new world. As well as adventures on the river and in the Wild Wood, there are high jinks on the open road with that reckless ruffian, Mr Toad of Toad Hall. Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad become the firmest of friends, but after Toad’s latest escapade, can they join together and beat the wretched weasels once and for all?
Readers in grades 4 – 6 will enjoy this classic selling for only $3.32 today.

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Why the Banana Split – Grades 1 – 4 – $3.99

cheapreader — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:45:26 +0000

So why did the banana split? Well, for the same reason that the jackhammers hit the road, the lettuce headed out, and the jump ropes skipped town. It was even enough to make the baseball players strike out. Here’s a hint: it’s bigger than a breadbox. And named Rex. With Jimmy Holder’s sly illustrations bringing every pun to life, Rick Walton’s verbal deftness will leave readers splitting too-their sides.
Written for readers in grades 1 – 4, you can laugh your way through this book for $3.99 today.

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Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters – For Kindle Fire – ages 8 and up – $2.49

cheapreader — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:45:11 +0000

This book brings readers face to face with some of the deadliest natural disasters of all time, from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. As they go, they’ll learn about the scientific forces that cause these incredible events. DK Readers is a multi-level learning-to-read programme combining DK’s highly visual style with appealing stories at five graduated levels. Stunning photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories are guaranteed to capture a child’s interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. DK Readers allow progression from stories for beginning readers with simple sentences and word repetition through to stories with rich vocabulary and more challenging sentence structure for proficient readers. Written by leading children’s authors and compiled in consultation with leading literacy experts.
Buy this book for the Kindle Fire or other Android device for readers ages 8 and up for $2.49 today.

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Love And Other Things I’m Bad At – Teens in grades 9 and up – $2.99

cheapreader — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:45:04 +0000

What’s a girl to do when there are two guys who seem like The One?
Just when Courtney has found the Best Boyfriend Ever (aptly named Grant Superior), she has to leave him to go to college, because apparently the universe doesn’t want her to be happy. Now that she’s three states away, what’s going to happen to her Superior relationship? And what about that cute guy she works with at college? No, not him. Him. Definitely getting in the way with his cuteness. But not distracting Courtney enough to make her stop wondering what exactly happened between Grant and her best friend, Beth, back home. Will Courtney ever figure out how to get this love thing right?
Find out for just $2.99. For readers grades 9 and up.
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Free today only: The Wonderful Adventures of Nils – An Interactive Children’s Story Book HD for Kindle Fire

cheapreader — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:45:35 +0000

Free now: Today’s Free Kindle Fire and Android Device App – The Wonderful Adventures of Nils – An Interactive Children’s Story Book HD. Free until 11:59pm PDT on May 15.
Always confirm price before purchase. Many free and reduced books are offered for a limited time only and only in some geographical regions.

Join Nils on his magical journey, meet new friends, and see the world like you’ve never seen it before! The Wonderful Adventures of Nils is a beautiful interactive and magical storybook created for young readers. Watch how Nils learns an important lesson and comes to understand that we should treat all living things with trust and care. Enjoy fun interactive activities, superb animation, and brilliant sound effects your child will love.

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The Designated Ugly Fat Friend – Grades 10 and up – $2.99

cheapreader — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:45:10 +0000

DUFF stands for Designated Ugly Fat Friend.
Seventeen-year-old Bianca Piper is cynical and loyal, and she doesn’t think she’s the prettiest of her friends by a long shot. She’s also way too smart to fall for the charms of man-slut and slimy school hottie Wesley Rush. In fact, Bianca hates him. And when he nicknames her “Duffy,” she throws her Coke in his face.
But things aren’t so great at home right now. Desperate for a distraction, Bianca ends up kissing Wesley. And likes it. Eager for escape, she throws herself into a closeted enemies-with-benefits relationship with Wesley.
Until it all goes horribly awry. It turns out that Wesley isn’t such a bad listener, and his life is pretty screwed up, too. Suddenly Bianca realizes with absolute horror that she’s falling for the guy she thought she hated more than anyone. This book, for $2.99, is recommended for grade 10 and up.

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Fairy Tales: The Ultimate Hans Christian Andersen – Pre-order today for $1.99 and receive it tomorrow

cheapreader — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:45:59 +0000

Hans Christian Andersen’ s fairy tales have delighted generations of readers since they were first published starting in 1835. The Ultimate Hans Christian Andersen: Fairy Tales brings together many of Andersen’ s best-known and loved works including “ The Little Mermaid,” “ The Princess on the Pea,” “ The Ugly Duckling,” and “ Thumbelina.” Beloved by children and adults, Andersen’ s fairy tales have been adapted countless times for the stage and screen, and continue to inspire modern adaptations more than a century after the author’ s death in 1875.
HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Pre-order this classic today for $1.99 and receive it tomorrow! Suitable for all ages.

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Stravaganza: City of Masks – Grades 7 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:45:43 +0000

For grades 7 and up, Stravaganza is SuperCheap at $1.99.
Lucien is very sick with cancer and struggles with his parents’ worry every day. But each night, through a magical gift from his father, his mind is transported to an enchanting city, Bellezza, a parallel city to Venice of our world. In Bellezza, Lucien discovers that he is a Stravagante, a rare person able to travel through worlds while sleeping.
Befriended by a local girl and protected by an older Stravagante, Lucien uncovers a plot to murder the city’s beloved ruler, the Duchessa. But to save the Duchessa and the city Lucien risks his only chance to return home to family and his real life.

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Becoming Lucy: Winds Across the Prairie Book 1 – Historical inspirational romance for teens – $1.56

cheapreader — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:45:32 +0000

Although a historical, the story involves conflicts and situations not uncommon in modern days. Lucinda Bishop learns to cope with the death of her parents, start a new life in unfamiliar surroundings, and learn about love and forgiveness. When the young hero becomes a Christian, he realizes he must face his past and whatever consequences may result, even if it means he will lose the one girl he loves.
Set in Oklahoma Territory before the days of statehood, the story is one of how love and forgiveness can overcome even the most difficult obstacles when God is in control. When one’s heart is attuned to God’s leading, the greatest of sins can be forgiven and a new life begun.
This inspirational romance is selling today for only $1.56 and is suitable for teen readers.

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Sugar Creek Gang books – Bundle of six inspirational books for ages 8 – 12 – $9.88

cheapreader — Sun, 13 May 2012 16:45:04 +0000

This set includes books 1-6 in the Sugar Creek Gang Series: The Swamp Robber, The Killer Bear, The Winter Rescue, The Lost Campers, The Chicago Adventure, and The Secret Hideout.
The tales and travels of the Sugar Creek Gang have passed the test of time, delighting young readers for more than fifty years. Great mysteries for kids with a message, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the faith-building adventures of a group of fun-loving, courageous Christian boys. Your kids will be thrilled, chilled, and inspired to grow as they follow the legendary escapades of Bill Collins, Dragonfly, and the rest of the gang as they struggle with the application of their Christian faith to the adventure of life.
Click on the book cover to read the description of each book. Buy all six of these inspirational books for children ages 8 – 12 for $9.88 today.

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I Love You, Mommy! – A Little Golden Book for young children – $3.99

cheapreader — Sun, 13 May 2012 13:45:29 +0000

Moms are thanked for all the fun things they do with their children with rhyming text and lovingly illustrated scenes that show mothers and children at a ball game, a museum, and playing games at home.
Suitable for young children ages 2 and up, this book is selling for $3.99 today.

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Cate of the Lost Colonies – Historical romance for grades 7 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:45:45 +0000

Lady Catherine is one of Queen Elizabeth’s favorite court maidens—until her forbidden romance with Sir Walter Ralegh is discovered. In a bitter twist of irony, the jealous queen banishes Cate to Ralegh’s colony of Roanoke, in the New World. Ralegh pledges to come for Cate, but as the months stretch out, Cate begins to doubt his promise and his love.
Instead it is Manteo, a Croatoan Indian, whom the colonists—and Cate—increasingly turn to. Seamlessly weaving together fact with fiction, Lisa Klein’s newest historical drama is an engrossing tale of adventure and forbidden love—kindled by one of the most famous mysteries in American history: the fate of the settlers at Roanoke, who disappeared without a trace forty years before the Pilgrims would set foot in Plymouth. For grades 7 and up, it is priced at $1.99.

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Planning the Perfect College Visit: Advice for Before You Go & Questions to Ask When You’re There – 99 cents

cheapreader — Sat, 12 May 2012 16:45:46 +0000

How will you decide where to go to college? Visiting campus is the best way to understand what life is really like at a particular school, whether that school is close to home or across the country, a big university or a small liberal arts college.
In Planning the Perfect College Visit?: Advice for Before You Go & Questions to Ask When You’re There, the experts at the Princeton Review give you the tools you need to maximize what you can learn on campus. Inside this concise but thorough short ebook, you’ll read about the best time to plan a trip to campus, what you should do while you’re there, and how to evaluate what you find. You’ll also find a “cheat sheet” with the most important questions to ask about a variety of topics.
In addition to containing guidelines for parents and students and a 9-step plan for planning a great campus trip, Planning the Perfect College Visit also contains a special section with tips on visiting military academies, women’s colleges, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
This short guide is selling for only 99 cents today.

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Savings by the Bundle: Pet Fairies Series – Ages 6 and up – 7 books – $3.99

cheapreader — Sat, 12 May 2012 13:45:19 +0000

All seven books from the Pet Fairies series compiled together for the first time electronically. Help find Fairyland’s magical pets! The Pet Fairies have one of the most important jobs in Fairyland! They work with their special pets to make sure that all animals find safe homes. But now Jack Frost has stolen the magical pets! Could they be lost forever? Find the magical pet in each book and keep all the animals safe!
For ages 6 and up, you can get all seven books in one bundle for only $3.99 - a supercheap buy!

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Loser – For readers in grades 3 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Fri, 11 May 2012 19:45:30 +0000

Just like other kids, Zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows up. But Zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, and falls down with laughter over a word like “Jabip.”
Other kids have their own word to describe him, but Zinkoff is too busy to hear it. He doesn’t know he’s not like everyone else. And one winter night, Zinkoff’s differences show that any name can someday become “hero.”
Written for readers in grades 3 and up, you can buy Loser today for only $1.99.

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Hereafter with Bonus Material – Pre-order for 99 cents today – Grades 7 and up

cheapreader — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:45:20 +0000

For a limited time, Hereafter, the first book in Tara Hudson’s haunting trilogy, is available as a special promo ebook, selling for only 99 cents. The ebook includes an excerpt from the captivating sequel, Arise ($9.99 pre-order), along with an exclusive “love letter” from Tara to the city of New Orleans, where the trilogy takes place. The book will be delivered on May 22. Suitable for grades 7 and up.

Can there truly be love after death?
Drifting in the dark waters of a mysterious river, the only thing Amelia knows for sure is that she’s dead. With no recollection of her past life—or her actual death—she’s trapped alone in a nightmarish existence. All of this changes when she tries to rescue a boy, Joshua, from drowning in her river. As a ghost, she can do nothing but will him to live. Yet in an unforgettable moment of connection, she helps him survive.
Amelia and Joshua grow ever closer as they begin to uncover the strange circumstances of her death and the secrets of the dark river that held her captive for so long. But even while they struggle to keep their bond hidden from the living world, a frightening spirit named Eli is doing everything in his power to destroy their newfound happiness and drag Amelia back into the ghost world . . . forever.
Thrilling and evocative, with moments of pure pleasure, Hereafter is a sensation you won’t want to miss.
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The Latte Rebellion – Fiction facing social issues – Grades 9 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:45:17 +0000

Hoping to raise money for a post-graduation trip to London, Asha Jamison and her best friend Carey decide to sell T-shirts promoting the Latte Rebellion, a club that raises awareness of mixed-race students.
But seemingly overnight, their “cause” goes viral and the T-shirts become a nationwide social movement. As new chapters spring up from coast to coast, Asha realizes that her simple marketing plan has taken on a life of its own—and it’s starting to ruin hers. Asha’s once-stellar grades begin to slip, threatening her Ivy League dreams. And when the peaceful underground movement spins out of control, Asha’s school launches a disciplinary hearing. Facing expulsion, Asha must decide how much she’s willing to risk for something she truly believes in.
Get it for $1.99. Suitable for grades 9 and up.

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Witch Ball – The Seer Series – Ages 12 and up – $1.99

cheapreader — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:45:26 +0000

Sabine is finally starting to feel accepted at her new high school. But Sabine also has a dark secret-she’s psychic, and was forced to leave her old school after she accurately predicted the death of a football player.
Volunteering with her friends to help run the psychic booth at their school’s fundraising carnival, Sabine discovers too late that the fake crystal ball she meant to bring has been mysteriously switched. In its place is the strange “witch ball” she locked away after her grandmother refused to have it in the house. Now the haunted witch ball’s predictions are coming true, and Sabine must solve the mystery before its final prediction-her own death-becomes a deadly reality.
Get it at the SuperCheap price of $1.99. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.

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