Max: Best Friend. Hero. Marine.

Max: Best Friend. Hero. Marine.

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2015-06-09

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 0062420402

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The New York Times bestselling movie novelization—a powerful story about a special dog and what it means to be a hero that more and more readers have discovered When Justin's older brother, Kyle, is killed in Afghanistan, Justin can't believe that his brother is really gone. Except there's one thing that Kyle left behind…. Max is a highly trained military canine who has always protected his fellow soldiers. But when he loses his handler and best friend, Kyle, Max is traumatized and unable to remain in the service. He is sent home to America, where the only human he connects with is Justin, and he is soon adopted by Kyle's family, essentially saving his life. At first Justin has no interest in taking care of his late brother's troubled dog. However, the two learn to trust each other, which helps the four-legged veteran become his heroic self once more. As the pair start to unravel the mystery of what really happened to Kyle, they find more excitement—and danger—than they bargained for. But they might also find an unlikely new best friend in each other.


Chestnut

Chestnut

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: Clarion Books

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 339

ISBN-13: 0358108705

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From the #1 New York Times best-selling author of Max comes a heartwarming, middle grade adventure story about a rescue dog, Chestnut, who befriends a girl trying to save her family's Christmas tree farm in North Carolina. Chestnut is a dog without a family. After being abandoned in the wild, Chestnut is wandering the North Carolina countryside trying to survive. When twelve-year-old Meg stumbles upon him on the outskirts of her family's Christmas tree farm, she just knows that they're meant to be together forever. The only problem? The farm is on the brink of closing down, and her family can't afford a pet. Meg knows she has what it takes to save the business and take care of Chestnut--she'll just need to keep him a secret until then. Will Meg and Chestnut get their Christmas miracle?


Hero: Hurricane Rescue

Hero: Hurricane Rescue

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2017-05-30

Total Pages: 93

ISBN-13: 0062560468

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From Jennifer Li Shotz, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Max, comes the second action-packed installment of the Hero series. This time, the retired search-and-rescue dog is called to action during a hurricane. When a dangerous hurricane strikes town and Jack and his puppy, Scout, go missing, retired search-and-rescue dog Hero is the only one who can track them down. Hero and his human, Ben, set off into the woods, but when the storm surges out of control, the group is suddenly trapped with no way out. Now it’s up to Hero to get everyone home safe and sound. Together, Hero and Ben fight for their lives—but can Hero battle his way past alligators, mudslides, and raging floods? Join Hero for another epic adventure and discover what a dog will do to save his best friend. Can’t get enough superhero dog stories? Check out Jennifer Li Shotz’s other middle grade books: Hero Hero: Rescue Mission Max: Best Friend. Hero. Marine (#1 NYT Bestseller) Scout: Firefighter Scout: National Hero Scout: Storm Dog


Star

Star

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: Clarion Books

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 339

ISBN-13: 0358108713

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Feeling scared and alone after her elderly owner passes away, a hearing-disabled Australian shepherd is adopted from a Michigan shelter by a twelve-year-old volunteer who becomes her inseparable companion in a search for a lost treasure they hope will provide essential funds.


Hero

Hero

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2017-10-31

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 0062560484

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The adventure continues in the third installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling Hero series by Jennifer Li Shotz. Ben and Hero, the incredible search-and-rescue dog, have saved the day before—but never like this. Ben’s town is in trouble when two convicts escape from a nearby prison. His dad, a police officer, sets off to find the men and bring them to justice, but then Ben’s dad disappears and the trail goes cold. Ben knows that it’s up to him and Hero to solve the case. As they embark on their most dangerous mission yet, the two best friends must stock up on their bravery and courage in order to outwit the fugitives and bring Ben’s dad home. Are the two heroes up to the challenge? Get ready for another canine adventure full of danger, loyalty, and the unbreakable bond between a boy and his best friend.


Brave

Brave

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: Clarion Books

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 0358108675

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When twelve-year-old Dylan rescues Brave, he knows it will take hard work, patience, and training to convince his parents that he can keep the skittish stray dog.


Scout: Storm Dog

Scout: Storm Dog

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2019-06-04

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 0062802658

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The adventure continues in the third installment of the action-packed Scout series, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Li Shotz. Scout, a National Guard dog, was born to be a hero. When Scout and his 12-year-old owner, Matt, land in Puerto Rico after a devastating hurricane, they want to help. The pair befriend Luisa, who knows all about the Sato dogs—abandoned pups who need food and shelter. Scout and Matt decide to foster an injured dog named Rosita. But Rosita is clearly searching for something and runs off into the rainforest. Now it’s up to Scout, Matt and Luisa to find the missing dog and bring her back safely. Surviving the dangers of the wilderness will be far from easy, but Scout and Matt make an excellent team. This fast-moving tale of Scout the hero dog will grab even reluctant readers and is perfect for fans of Cracker!, Max, and Hero.


Scout: Firefighter

Scout: Firefighter

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2018-09-04

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 0062802623

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The second installment of the action-packed Scout series, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Li Shotz. It’s official: Scout is now a K9 in the National Guard. But being a certified hero means Scout has his job cut out for him. He needs to work even harder to protect his country and his human best friend, Matt. When Matt’s classmates get trapped in a raging wildfire, Matt knows that only Scout can track them down and bring them back safely. But when Matt’s dad, a First Sergeant home on leave, gets wind of their plan, he insists on joining the rescue mission. Can the heroic team save Matt’s friends from the dangerous fires before time runs out? This fast-moving tale of Scout the hero dog will grab even reluctant readers and is perfect for fans of Cracker!, Max, and Hero.


Poppy

Poppy

Author: Jennifer Li Shotz

Publisher: Clarion Books

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 0358108691

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With the help of a very special pit bull puppy, twelve-year-old Hannah adjusts to moving from Michigan to California and makes friends, despite the birthmark that makes her self-conscious.


The Bright Blue Sky

The Bright Blue Sky

Author: Max Hennessy

Publisher: Canelo

Published: 2019-03-04

Total Pages: 335

ISBN-13: 1788634497

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One day in 1914, a young man took to the air, and a legend was born... Dicken Quinney never forgot that first flight in a fragile contraption of sealing-wax and string, the start of a lifelong obsession with flying. He was to spend the next four years in the deadly cut-and-thrust of aerial dogfights over France and Italy, collecting a chestful of medals, and a reputation as one of the Great War’s leading aces. He would hone his skills in an array of aircraft, and as the war reaches its climax, he must undergo one final test in order to emerge victorious. And with his life intact. A love letter to aviation, perfect for fans of W. E. Johns and Wilbur Smith.