The Real Z (American Girl: Z Yang, Book 1)

The Real Z (American Girl: Z Yang, Book 1)
Author: Jen Calonita
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2017-04-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338152114

And action! Z knows what she's doing when it comes to making movies. She's an expert at stop-motion video. In this first book about the aspiring filmmaker, Z has to make a whole new kind of movie--a documentary--and it's harder than she thought. Z wants to wow the judges, but she's not sure her ideas are good enough for a film festival. With the help of her friends, Z shoots a lot of footage, but something about it doesn't feel right. Should she start over? As she tries to make a movie she can be proud of, Z discovers that to be a real filmmaker, she'll first have to be her real self.

The Real Z

The Real Z
Author: Jen Calonita
Publisher: American Girl: Z Yang
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781338137057

When Suzie Yang is chosen to make a short narrative film for the CloudSong Seattle Film Festival Young Filmmakers' Contest, she finds she must be her genuine self to make a motion picture she can be pleased with.

Z on Location

Z on Location
Author: J. J. Howard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2017-09-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9781536420968

Z is thrilled to be going on the road to help her mom film a documentary. She might even get to interview her vlogging idol, Winter Costello, at VidCon! Eager to share her summer adventure with her friends and vlog fans, Z keeps her phone and camera

McKenna, Ready to Fly!

McKenna, Ready to Fly!
Author: Mary Casanova
Publisher: American Girl Publishing Incorporated
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Children's stories
ISBN: 9781593699970

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China A to Z

China A to Z
Author: May-lee Chai
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2014-11-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0698141075

A practical and accessible guide to an ancient but rapidly changing culture—now revised and updated Perfect for business, pleasure, or armchair travelers, China A to Z explains the customs, culture, and etiquette essential for any trip or for anyone wanting to understand this complex country. In one hundred brief, reader-friendly essays alphabetized by subject, this fully revised and updated edition provides a crash course in the etiquette and politics of contemporary China as well as the nation’s geography and venerable history. In it, readers will discover: · How the recently selected President and his advisors approach global relations · Why China is considered the fastest growing market for fashion and luxury goods · What you should bring when visiting a Chinese household · What’s hot in Chinese art · How recent scandals impact Chinese society From architecture and body language to Confucianism and feng shui, China A to Z offers accessible and authoritative information about China.

Bravo, Mia!

Bravo, Mia!
Author: Laurence Yep
Publisher: American Girl Publishing Incorporated
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2008
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781593694104

A family crisis threatens Mia's chance to compete in the Regional Ice Skating competition.

Z for Zachariah

Z for Zachariah
Author: Robert C. O'Brien
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2021-06-01
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1665911646

In this post-apocalyptic novel from Newbery Medal–winning author Robert C. O’Brien, a teen girl struggling to survive in the wake of unimaginable disaster comes across another survivor. Ann Burden is sixteen years old and completely alone. The world as she once knew it is gone, ravaged by a nuclear war that has taken everyone from her. For the past year, she has lived in a remote valley with no evidence of any other survivors. But the smoke from a distant campfire shatters Ann’s solitude. Someone else is still alive and making his way toward the valley. Who is this man? What does he want? Can he be trusted? Both excited and terrified, Ann soon realizes there may be worse things than being the last person on Earth.

American Girl Character Encyclopedia New Edition

American Girl Character Encyclopedia New Edition
Author: DK
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-09-21
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0744042208

A new edition of the American Girl® Character Encyclopedia, featuring all the American Girl characters, updated with brand-new photography of new outfits, accessories, sets, and pets—and six new characters . A gorgeous guide to the wonderful world of American Girl®, featuring all the characters and brought up-to-date with new photography and facts Learn all about the lovable American Girl characters—from Kaya who was born in the 1750s, to the latest Girl of the Year™. This new edition of the book features all of the Historical Characters and Girl of the Year™ characters released to date, and includes their favorite things, outfits, places, and pets. Packed with fascinating facts and details about each American Girl, readers can explore favorite characters and discover new ones. The book also includes a look at some of the popular Truly Me™ characters and collections. With stunning, up-to-date full-color photography and essential information about each character, this book provides a carefully curated look at the world of American Girl, perfect for fans of all ages. © Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Sleepaway Girls

Sleepaway Girls
Author: Jen Calonita
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2009-05-01
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0316052671

When Sam's best friend gets her first boyfriend, she's not ready to spend the summer listening to the two of them call each other "pookie." Sick of being a third wheel, Sam applies to be a counselor-in-training at Whispering Pines camp in the New York Catskills. But what she doesn't realize is that it's not going to be all Kumbaya sing-alongs and gooey s'mores. If Ashley, the alpha queen of Whispering Pines, doesn't ruin Sam's summer, then her raging crush on the surfer-blond and flirtatious Hunter just might. At least she has playful Cole, who's always teasing her, but is oh-so-comfortable to hang out with, and the singular gang of girls that become fast friends with Sam-they call themselves the Sleepaway Girls.

World War Z

World War Z
Author: Max Brooks
Publisher: Broadway Books
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2013
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0770437400

An account of the decade-long conflict between humankind and hordes of the predatory undead is told from the perspective of dozens of survivors who describe in their own words the epic human battle for survival, in a novel that is the basis for the June 2013 film starring Brad Pitt. Reissue. Movie Tie-In.