Bøker av Katherine Applegate

From beloved powerhouse author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Ruby, starring the adorable baby elephant from the Newbery Medal-winning modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob.

A gorgeous paperback box set of the New York Times bestselling epic animal fantasy Endling trilogy, which Kirkus called ?simply sublime,? from powerhouse author Katherine Applegate. ?Long before I heard the word, I was used to being last. I am small. And sometimes disappointing. But I am brave as well. I am not afraid to be the first to die. I just do not want to be the last to live. I do not want to be the endling.?Byx is the youngest member of her dairne pack. Believed to possess remarkable abilities, her mythical doglike species has been hunted to near-extinction in the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra. After her pack is hunted down and slaughtered, Byx fears she may be the last of her species: the endling.As Byx sets out to find safe haven?and perhaps even another of her kind?she meets new allies, who have their own motivations for joining her quest. Together this ragtag group of animals and humans will help put into motion events that could bring the kingdom to the brink of war.With its unique setting, compelling animal and human characters, and fast-paced adventure, this middle grade series featuring black-and-white illustrations is the perfect next read for fans of the Wings of Fire and Warriors series and A Wolf Called Wander.

Endling - an individual animal that is the last in its species or subspecies Byx is used to being the smallest and the youngest. But for all of her young life, she's also been part of something bigger - part of a family, part of a pack. Until the day Byx finds herself alone, the last of the dairnes: an endling.Byx is determined to see if the legends about other dairnes she's heard over the years are true. She sets off on a quest to find others of her kind, travelling through the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra. Along the way, she meets new allies who each have their own motivation for joining her: Tobble, the worthy wobbyk; Khara, the girl of many disguises; Renzo, the thief with honour; and Gambler, the principled felivet. Together they will uncover a secret that will threaten the existence of not just the dairnes, but every other creature in their world. . .

A deeply poetic and affecting novel about the contemporary immigrant experience.

From beloved author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Family, the final instalment in the series that began with the Newbery Medal-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its sequels, The One and Only Boband The One and Only Ruby.

I REMEMBEREDwith a sudden pang, my mother's words the last time we were together: It's never wrong to hope, Byx.Of course, she'd also said: Unless the truth says otherwise.Byx is used to being the youngest and the smallest. But for all her life, she's also been part of something bigger?part of a family, part of a pack. Until the terrible day Byx finds herself alone, the last of the dairnes. The endling.For dairnes, the pack is everything: root and branch, heart and soul. Byx is determined to see if the legends she's heard over the years about others of her kind are true. She sets off on a quest, traveling through the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra. Along the way, she meets new allies who each have their own motivation for joining her: Tobble, the worthy wobbyk; Khara, the girl of many disguises; Renzo, the thief with honor; and Gambler, the principled felivet.They start as Byx's friends and become her family, and together they uncover a secret that will threaten the existence of not just the dairnes but every other creature in their world.

A #1 New York Times bestseller and a #1 Indie bestseller!"Good dog Bob. Great to have a best friend.??Danny DeVitoReturn to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling novel The One and Only Ivan in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan's friend Bob! Catch up with these beloved friends before you see the star-studded film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan, now available on Disney+!Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.Bob, Ivan, and Ruby have touched the hearts of millions of readers, and their story isn't over yet. Catch up with these beloved friends before the star-studded film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan hits theaters in August 2020!One and Only Bob is an instant #1 New York Times bestseller, embraced by new and old fans of Katherine Applegate's beloved One and Only Ivan. Great for summer reading or anytime! A Today show pick for ?25 children's books your kids and teens won't be able to put down this summer!" In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, family, and hope.The One and Only Bob features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.

A story of kindness and finding a home. Dogtown is a shelter for stray dogs, misbehaving dogs, and discarded robot dogs. When two dogs - and a mouse - embark on an adventure to find their forever homes, there is danger, cheese sandwiches, a charging station, and some unexpected kindnesses along the way.

Discover the unforgettable world of best friends Ivan and Bob in this gorgeous illustrated paperback box set, including the Newbery Medal-winning The One and Only Ivan and its bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob!Ivan is an easy-going gorilla. Living at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade, he has grown accustomed to humans watching him through the glass walls of his domain. He rarely misses his life in the jungle. Mostly, he thinks about art. Then he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from her family, and she makes Ivan see their home?and his own art?through new eyes. When Ruby arrives, change comes with her, and it's up to Ivan to make it a change for the better.Continuing the story of these friends in The One and Only Bob, Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.The One and Only Ivan is a modern classic that has enchanted readers for over a decade. The winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller, the book was deemed ?extraordinary? by Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books and ?a must-have? by School Library Journal in starred reviews. And its sequel, The One and Only Bob, debuted at #1 on multiple bestseller lists, including the New York Times list, and was called ?pitch-perfect? by Kirkus Reviews and ?delightfully heartfelt and adventurous? by School Library Journal in starred reviews.In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope.The One and Only Ivan and The One and Only Bob feature first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).These acclaimed middle grade novels are an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.

A weekend away doesn't mean you can escape.Claire isn't the kind of girl who would ever pine after a guy. But then she falls for Jake?the one person who wants nothing to do with her. Could a snowy weekend ski trip in New Hampshire be just the thing to heat things up between them?As they head off the island, Claire doesn't realize she may only be driving Jake and her friend Zoey closer together. With the snow falling all around them, will Jake give Claire the cold shoulder . . . or will she finally get his attention?The Islanders series continues with two more books about the romances, betrayals, and unconditional friendship of New England's most unforgettable teens.

Falling in love is easy. . . .Staying in love is a lot more difficult.The first thing Christopher did when he moved to Chatham Island was try to convince Aisha she should give him a chance. And even though she was determined to resist his charms, Aisha soon found herself falling in love . . . until Christopher betrayed her.Now Christopher wants a second chance. But when an old boyfriend comes back into Aisha's life, she is forced to decide whether romance?with anyone?is really worth it. Is Aisha ready to risk her heart again?The Islanders series continues with two more books about the romances, betrayals, and unconditional friendship of New England's most unforgettable teens.

The Islanders have known one another forever?but everyone has a secret.Nina has never been very interested in having a boyfriend. Especially since the only guy she's ever really liked happens to be dating her sister, Claire. But when Ben and Claire break up, Nina begins to wonder if it's time she takes a risk and puts her heart on the line. The only problem is the other thing . . . the secret that Nina has never told anyone. The secret that has haunted her for years.Now Nina must decide if she can tell her friends the truth. And if she does, whether it's possible Ben will ever look at her the same way again.The Islanders series continues with two more books about the romances, betrayals, and friendships of New England's most unforgettable teens.

On a small island it's easy to know everything about your friends . . . except for the truth.Two years ago the tiny New England community on Chatham Island was rocked by tragedy?three teenagers had a terrible accident that left one dead. Now Lucas Cabral, the person responsible for the events on that fateful night, has returned. But life on the island isn't the same, and everyone Lucas once considered a friend refuses to speak to him. Everyone except for Zoey Passmore.Zoey knows that Lucas is off-limits . . . but she can't seem to stay away from him. Even though she knows it would be better for everyone if he had never come back. Even though she is dating Jake, the brother of the boy who died. As Lucas and Zoey grow closer, Zoey risks tearing apart her close-knit group of friends if they discover the truth . . . that she's falling for her boyfriend's worst enemy.Friendships will be tested, hearts will be broken, and secrets will be unearthed in the electrifying first two books of the Islanders series.

Endling #3: The Only is the third book in an epic middle grade animal fantasy series by Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author.Two mighty armies are preparing for war, one led by a murderous great cat and the other by a cruel, power-hungry tyrant. But a third army is quietly growing, an army led by a young girl, an army of peace.Not so long ago Byx, a dairne, was the timid youngest pup in her family. But since her family were all slaughtered by the cruel Murdano, Byx has had to leave her own kind and finds herself at the forefront of a peaceful army, serving her friend and leader, the young Lady of Nedarra. Can the courage and heart of these young friends really stand in the way of two great armies? Can peace prevail over war?