There are lots of things to do in New Jersey, such as horseback riding, going to the beach, and throwing an outrageous party. But once in a while, a dead body will turn up... That's where Captain Dan McCroy and Lieutenant Linda Clark come in. They work together to solve crime and help keep the peace in the Garden State. In this case, retired mob leader Tom Costa has a heart attack during his fiftieth birthday party. But after further investigation, is it possible that someone is out to get Tom? While Dan and Linda try to figure that out, Linda gets the feeling that Dan is hiding something from her. And when the case is over, Linda will discover that there's something she may want to keep hidden from Dan. In the end, both Dan and Linda will discover something about one another that will change the way they view themselves as partners, and as friends.

Handling the ups and downs of sibling relationships isn't always easy. This book gives girls advice on dealing with teasing, tattling, and fighting, as well as on playing and staying close as a family. Plus, inside are special extras including photo frames, door hangers, and a Sibling Constitution to help families establish ground rules, rights, and responsibilities.

Oh, Brother! stars the sibling duo of Bud and Lily, who humorously interact within the leafy confines of their middle-class suburban home and neighborhood. Whether they are playing together in the family room or running amok in the schoolyard, Bud and Lily elevate the act of one-upmanship to Code Red levels. Lily is the quintessential slightly older and far more sensible sister. She takes it upon herself to look after her uninhibited, prank-loving younger brother, Bud. While Lily wins the occasional battle with her cool-headed maturity, Bud is intent on winning the war with his brazen brand of mischief. Despite their obvious differences, Bud and Lily love each other deeply and have a strong sibling bond.

An eleven-year-old girl finds ways to handle the unique challenges presented by her thirteen-year-old mentally disabled brother by looking for his good qualities and taking the rest in stride.

CHALLENGE OF THE WIZARD: WILL MUSIC BE DISCOVERED? "Our book is a fanciful myth of fun, adventure and discovery. Starring in the book are: The Wizard, The Royal Family, a Long Yellow Snake, and people from the Land of Elfdom and the Kingdom of Sound. Follow the teen-agers, Princess Harmony and Prince Zick, in their quest to meet the Wizards Challenge and find what is missing in the Kingdom of Sound. Learn what magic the wizard has up his sleeve. And, what will happen to this brother and sister in the deep, dark woods? Be with them as they leap into the Land of Elfdom. Why does that long yellow snake keep showing up and winking at Zick? And, just who are the Band of Elves and the Elves of Note? The king and queen wonder if they will ever find their missing prince and princess. Will this brother and sisters friendly rivalry end in trouble or triumph? Will you accept the wizards challenge at the end? Enhanced by lively illustrations, this story is a delight to read quietly or aloud with a friend and great for acting out. Ages four to one hundred and four can enjoy its adventure, values, and language fun. May you leave this musical myth with a happy heart!" Love, Willie

"Each play is prefaced by an introductory headnote discussing the thematic focus of the play and its textual history, and is cross-referenced to other plays of the period that relate thematically and generically."--BOOK JACKET.