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A glitter explosion. A ruined poster. A mystery sandwich. Welcome to Marie Lane’s messiest week ever. Twelve-year-old Marie Lane has big plans to win her school’s kindness poster contest—until a spilled paint cup, a very sparkly dog, and a bad case of Tuesday ruin everything. But just when things feel hopeless, Marie turns her glittery disaster into a message from the heart: “Kindness isn’t always neat. But it always matters.” What follows is a week full of awkward apologies, anonymous acts of kindness, and one sandwich that just might change everything. With humor, heart, and a...

When the Lane family sets off on what should be a dream vacation, Marie Lane braces herself for the inevitable chaos. Her father’ grand plan for a road trip sends excitement and dread swirling through her. From a morning of frantic preparation and mislaid car keys to a series of comedic detours and unexpected hurdles, Marie’s vacation is anything but ordinary. Despite the mounting misadventures, the Lane family finds joy in their mishaps, turning each setback into a cherished memory. They discover that the true magic of family vacations lies not in perfection, but in laughter, ...

In an unassuming house on the edge of town, secrets linger like shadows in the corners, and the past is never truly past. Every creak in the floorboards, every sigh of the wind through the eaves, seems to carry a whisper of forgotten sins and untold stories. For those who dare to step inside, the house becomes more than just a home—it becomes a mirror to their fears, their desires, and their darkest regrets. But as the threads of its haunted history begin to unravel, one truth emerges: the house remembers. And it’s not done telling its story.

Marie Lane never asked to lead. She’s perfectly fine scribbling in the margins, thank you very much. But when she’s chosen to helm the school’s new “collaborative” book club, she’s dropped straight into the eye of a creative storm—where bold ideas crash, personalities clash, and nothing stays inside the lines. Max dreams in plot twists and mayhem. Lily paints worlds before the words exist. Jake demands structure, flowcharts, and logic. And Zoe? Zoe sees everything—and says just enough to keep Marie guessing. What starts as a chaotic collision of color, voice, and vision ...

Meet Marie Lane: bookworm, master of awkward comebacks, and certified klutz. Gym class? A personal nightmare. Dodgeballs? Heat-seeking missiles. Ropes? Medieval torture devices. So when Oakwood Middle School announces a school-wide “Gauntlet Challenge” to crown the year’s top team, Marie has one goal: survive without face-planting in front of the entire school. But as she stumbles through obstacle courses, rope climbs, and dodgeball disasters, Marie discovers something surprising—teamwork is messy, bravery comes in weird shapes, and sometimes the best victories aren’t the ones you...

Marie, Sarah, and Emma are best friends with a taste for adventure, but when rumors swirl about an abandoned house in their quiet suburban town being haunted, they can’t resist investigating. After a dare from the mischievous Jake and his crew, the trio agrees to explore the eerie mansion after dark, despite the chilling stories surrounding it. Equipped with flashlights and an array of ghost-hunting gear, the friends step into the house, where strange noises, eerie portraits, and hidden rooms spark both fear and curiosity. Their journey takes a wild turn when they stumble upon a locked ...

The Case of the Missing Homework follows the misadventures of Marie Lane, a clever and imaginative pre-teen, as she faces a crisis: her homework has mysteriously disappeared! On what should have been a regular morning, panic strikes when Marie discovers her hard work is missing just before it's due. Her usual confidence gives way to frantic searching, from her cluttered bedroom to her school locker, but the elusive assignment is nowhere to be found. Not one to give up, Marie enlists the help of her friends, Mia and Kevin. Together, they retrace Marie's steps, diving headfirst into a series ...

Everyone in Oakwood is buzzing about the first-ever Neighborhood Pet Parade... and Marie Lane is caught right in the middle of the madness. When the town announces a pet-themed celebration, Marie jumps at the chance to enter her golden retriever, Max. But organizing a parade isn’t as simple as tying a ribbon and marching down Main Street. With rival pets, costume mishaps, and a few surprise entrants—including a skateboarding ferret and a parrot with stage fright—Marie and her friends must scramble to keep the chaos from unraveling. As the parade day approaches, Marie discovers that ...

After thirty-four years in the same weatherworn farmhouse on Dagger Lane, Tommy Hearst thought he knew every creak and whisper the old place could conjure. But when he uncovers a rotting corpse sealed behind wallpaper and hears his dead mother's voice carved into mirrors, he realizes the house isn't haunted—it's alive. As the walls breathe and whisper secrets long buried, Tommy is pulled into a horrifying family legacy—one bound in blood, sealed with silence, and broken by his very birth. Something ancient stirs beneath the floorboards. Something that has been waiting. Watching. ...

In a forgotten farmhouse surrounded by an orchard that blooms out of season, memory is more than something you carry—it’s something that carries you. When Lena Hearst discovers a single rusted nail on her living room floor, it marks the beginning of a slow unraveling. The house isn’t falling apart. It’s unbuilding itself. Room by room, root by root, memory by memory. As the past resurfaces through glyphs etched in bark and dreams that speak in soil, Lena must confront a legacy planted long before her time—a buried presence that remembers everything, and asks to be remembered in ...

Marie's world is turned upside down when her beloved dog, Max, mysteriously vanishes. Determined to bring him home, Marie transforms into a detective, setting up her bedroom as her command center and scouring the neighborhood with her friend, Sarah, by her side. Together, they piece together clues, interview quirky neighbors, and follow leads that keep hope alive. As the trail grows colder, and her heart sinks deeper into despair, a retired detective offers his wisdom, rekindling Marie's determination. With the help of new friends and renewed focus, the team uncovers a series of surprising ...

One snowstorm. One Golden Retriever. One unforgettable week of tech glitches, talent shows, and digital mayhem. Seventh-grader Marie Lane thought a week of virtual school would be easy—until the internet crashed, the chat exploded, and her Golden Retriever, Max, became the most chaotic Zoom Bomber the class had ever seen. Thrown into a whirlwind of frozen screens, mystery guests, and surprise breakout room disasters, Marie and her classmates scramble to make their snowbound week count. With a mismatched team of brainiacs, artists, and accidental comedians (plus one extremely determined ...

In a world obsessed with likes and filters, Marie’s story is a wake-up call. In a world where likes equate to love and followers that define self-worth, twelve-year-old Marie uncovers the harsh reality behind social media's perfectly curated facade. What begins as an innocent snapshot of her dog spirals into a whirlwind of digital obsession. Chasing online validation, Marie morphs from a bright, ambitious preteen into a shadow of her former self, her world reduced to the glow of a smartphone screen. Each post holds the promise of acceptance but delivers only the hollow echo of ...

Lena Hearst never believed in ghosts—until the house started whispering her name. Drawn to a decaying farmhouse, Lena finds more than a family secret. Beneath the floorboards, something stirs—an ancient presence bound by blood, memory, and unfinished rituals. The deeper she digs, the more the house bends around her… and the harder it becomes to leave. The spiral is calling. The name has been written. And something is waiting to wear her skin. Some echoes aren’t warnings. They’re invitations.

In the high-stakes world of a middle school science fair, Marie Lane has one goal: to win first prize. Her ambitious project—a self-sustaining ecosystem that could survive in any environment—pushes her to the edge of possibility. With her supportive mother by her side and her inspiring teacher, Mrs. Thompson, guiding her every step, Marie is determined to take on the ultimate challenge. But the path to success is far from easy. Her first attempt ends in spectacular failure, leaving her questioning everything. Yet, with each setback, she discovers something even more valuable—...

Marie’s long-awaited birthday turns into a memorable adventure in this fun story of mix-ups and laughter. Excited to plan her dream party, she works with her mom and dad to get every detail right—from the invitations to the decorations. But soon, unexpected problems arise: the cake is wrong, the streamers get tangled, and her prankster cousin causes trouble. When the weather changes and might ruin their outdoor fun, the family quickly moves the party inside. With silly pranks, lots of laughter, and a surprise visit from her favorite aunt, Marie learns that mistakes can make memories ...

In the heart of a bustling city, Marie, an earnest dreamer, stumbles into the world of a local talent agency. What begins as a quest for recognition spirals into a whirlwind of comedic auditions, miscommunications, and unexpected adventures. Under the guidance of Evelyn, a tough yet nurturing director, and Sam, a scatter-brained casting wizard, Marie faces absurd challenges—from unconventional puppet-led auditions to double-booked performances. Rivalry with the confident Lena soon transforms into an unlikely alliance, sparking personal breakthroughs and genuine connections. Amid the chaos...

Marie Lane has always been the girl with a wild imagination, but when the annual school talent show is announced, her daydreams take a turn for the nerve-wracking. With everyone buzzing about their acts, Marie can’t shake the feeling of stage fright creeping up on her. She loves making people laugh and has the perfect idea for a quirky act with her mischievous dog, Max—but the thought of standing in front of a sea of expectant faces makes her stomach twist into knots. As her friends eagerly prepare for their performances, Marie finds herself torn between her fear of failing and her ...