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Across the Desert

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 by Dusti Bowling Genre:  Realistic Fiction Jolene doesn't have many friends so when she connects with Addie Chapman online, she is excited that she has found someone to chat with.  Addie does her own livestream show that features her flying an ultralight trike through the desert.  One day, Addie crashes during the livestream and Jolene is the only one who knows where she is.  Jolene realizes that it is up to her to save her friend.  Unfortunately, Jolene is going through a tough time at home.  Her mom is struggling with addiction so Jolene won't be able to ask her for help.  Jolene knows she shouldn't leave home on her own, but she doesn't see any other way to help her friend.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Big Shot

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 by Jeff Kinney Genre:  Humor Greg is back in a new adventure and this time he's taking over the basketball court.  When he doesn't make the team, another dad volunteers to coach all of the kids who were cut and they become the worst basketball team in the history of the sport.  Greg's mom is determined that he have a successful experience and refuses to let him quit the team.  Will Greg learn enough about basketball to help his team have a winning season?