title: Pirates Aren't Afraid of the Dark!
author: Maudie Powell-tuck
description: PreS-Gr 1When bear cub Jack builds a pirate tent in the backyard for an overnight sleepover, his sister Lily is eager to join him. But in this lighthearted adventure, Jack has other plans that don't include Lily. He thinks Lily, dressed as a fairy with wings, a magic wand and star antennae, won't be up for this scary adventure. Many children will be able to relate to Lily. Full of colorful, friendly illustrations, this book shows how two siblings can learn to cooperate. It also emphasizes the theme that girls can be anything they choose. It takes Jack a while to get with the program. "Fairies can't be pirates!" he says. Although Lily remains steadfast, Jack doesn't budge, telling her, "No fairies allowed!" Jack softens his position when it gets dark and his flashlight doesn't work. When Lily, aka Captain Fairydust, appears inside the tent, the two soon team up to investigate the noise outside the tent. But the monster turns out to be Mom delivering a lantern and treats. Lily and Jack eventually become crew mates in the tent overnight. The illustrations are tender and sweet. Breezy in tone and sure to captivate young readers, this is a cute story about siblings learning to get along and a good reminder that boys and girls can be friends. Parents and teachers will appreciate the timeless message about cooperation and empowerment.Robin Sofge, Alexandria Library, VA
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  The Pirate’s Siren
  
  
  Bethany Wicker
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
    
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  The Pirate’s Siren. Copyright © 2018 Bethany Wicker.
  
  
  All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or
  used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the
  publisher except for the use of brief quotations in a book review.
  
  
  
  
  
  Kindle Version, 2018
  
  
  
  
  
  ASIN: B07CKCWBZZ
  
  
  
  
  
  Cover Design Copyright © 2018 JMN ART - covers by Julie Nicholls
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
    
  
  
  Thank you to all those that help me hit the USA Today Bestseller list!
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Chapter One
  
  
  
  
  
  “Run, Sera,” Mom shouted from behind me. I started to turn my head to look
  back at her, but she added, “Keep your eyes forward or else you’ll lose your
  footing. Get to the water and don’t stop because they’ll follow you in.”
  
  
  My heart thundered to match my pounding steps. Mom was right. I had to stay
  focused or else