BOOKS FOR Children and Young Adults in SPANISH 2021

Norma Huidobro El misterio del mayordomo The Mystery of the Butler ILLUSTRATIONS Melina Canale AUTHOR’S NATIONALITY Argentina GR T Mysteries and Detective Stories / Teamwork / Conflict Resolution 9789587764833 4½" x 7⅞" / 138 pp $12.99 / PB Literature Narrative / Novel / Mysteries Curious Tomás goes to spend a few days at an old mansion where a mystery awaits: Where is the previous butler? Tomás remembers him vividly, but the cook and the housekeeper act as if the man never even existed! When Camila arrives, Tomás finds the partner he needs to begin the investigation. An exciting story that will introduce young readers to detective novels. María Fernanda Heredia / Norma Huidobro María Fernanda Heredia El mejor enemigo del mundo The Best Enemy in the World Norma Huidobro El misterio de la casa verde The Mystery of the Green House ILLUSTRATIONS Roger Ycaza AUTHOR’S NATIONALITY Ecuador GR T Friendship / Self-Esteem and Self-Reliance / Justice 9789584532145 4½" x 7⅞"/ 128 pp $12.99 / PB Literature Narrative / Novel / Realistic Fiction / Humor ILLUSTRATIONS Melina Canale AUTHOR’S NATIONALITY Argentina GR T Friendship / Action and Adventure / Responsibility 9789587760064 4½" x 7⅞" / 136 pp $12.99 / PB Literature Narrative / Novel / Mysteries Pancho has a big problem. He shares his birthdate with Velasco: sworn archenemy and most popular kid in school. Pancho's birthday parties have always been small family affairs, but this year will be different. Pancho and his new friend Zintra have a plan. A humorous chapter book that discusses camaraderie and friendship. Who lives in the strange, vine- covered house at the heart of Parque Chas, the labyrinthine neighborhood in Buenos Aires? What happens inside the house? These questions will lead curious Tomás to a new and exciting adventure. A novel by established children’s author Norma Huidobro, this clever detective story invites readers to pay close attention to the details. María Fernanda Heredia Amigo se escribe con H Friend Is Spelled with Ph ILLUSTRATIONS Carlos Manuel Díaz AUTHOR’S NATIONALITY Ecuador GR T Friendship / Diseases, Illnesses and Injuries / Kindness 9789580471608 4½" x 7⅞" / 126 pp $12.99 / PB Literature Narrative / Novel / Realistic Fiction It’s normal to be afraid of spiders or ghosts, but how can you be afraid of your own memories? This is something that Antonia ponders while walking to school. A humorous, episodic tale that is peppered with witty dialogue, this book deals with the importance of keeping memories alive, the fear of forgetting, and the bonds between friends. PREMIO NACIONAL DE LITERATURA INFANTIL Y JUVENIL DARÍO GUEVARA MAYORGA AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR; 2019 PREMIO FUNDACIÓN CUATROGATOS AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR 2003 PREMIO NORMA; PREMIO NACIONAL DE LITERATURA INFANTIL Y JUVENIL DARÍO GUEVARA MAYORGA AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR; 2019 PREMIO FUNDACIÓN CUATROGATOS AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR 38 Middle Grade Readers MIDDLE GRADE READERS 4-6