Laurie Friedman Books in Order

Jed loves his crib and refuses to move into the new bed his family has bought him. Relatives offer bedding, pajamas, and reassurance, but his worries leave everyone searching for a way to persuade him.

Mallory starts at a new school where her mother is the music teacher. An irritating seatmate, a distracted friend, and an unwanted role in the fall festival make her wonder whether she can fit in.

Moving away from best friend Mary Ann makes Mallory furious. Her new neighbor Joey proves unexpectedly fun, but enjoying his company conflicts with a promise she made to Mary Ann before leaving their old neighborhood.

Mallory objects when her parents let her older brother Max get a puppy. Champ's arrival brings exactly the attention and disruption she feared, leaving her jealous and increasingly at odds with the rest of the family.

Isabella Ashley Parker McBride creates distinctive outfits for every occasion. Becoming a flower girl at her cousin's wedding presents a challenge, however, because she must wear the same pink dress as all the other girls.

Mallory wants turning nine to make up for a difficult year of moving, school changes, and sibling rivalry. She plans an entire month of birthday celebrations, but her elaborate arrangements soon begin to go wrong.

On Halloween, Simon Lester Henry Strauss leads his friends through a haunted house filled with frightening creatures. While everyone else panics, he insists he is fearless, until an unexpected encounter puts his confidence to the test.

Valentine's Day brings Mallory gifts from a secret admirer and rumors that her best friends' parents will marry. Worried about being left out if Joey and Mary Ann become siblings, she confides in her diary.

Mallory wants an expensive purse her mother refuses to buy, so she decides to start a business. Earning her own money proves more complicated than expected, forcing her to reconsider what success really means.

Ruby Valentine and her pet bird prepare cards, cookies, and gifts for her favorite holiday. Exhausted by all their work, Ruby oversleeps and misses Valentine's Day, leaving her uncertain how to share her affection afterward.

Mallory joins her family and friends on a cruise as Mary Ann and Joey's parents prepare to marry. She wants to celebrate with them, but their changing family makes her fear becoming a third wheel.

Unable to decide on a career for a school event, Mallory chooses fashion design and faces classmates' ridicule. Claiming she has won a design contest seems like an escape, until her lie starts growing.

Mallory reluctantly joins Mary Ann and Joey at Camp Blue Lake, worried about homesickness and making friends. Their promises of swimming, boating, and campfires sound reassuring, but the actual camp experience does not match her expectations.

Mallory expects fourth grade to be wonderful with Mary Ann and Joey in her class. Instead, she struggles with her teacher's rules, and sharing a crush with Mary Ann introduces another source of trouble.

Mallory and Mary Ann plan a perfect New Year's reunion with their camp friends. Falling ill sends Mallory to the hospital instead, where she worries that missing the celebration means the coming year will be terrible.

Mallory travels to Washington, D.C., with her fourth-grade class, eager to visit monuments and museums. A loose tooth, trouble with Mary Ann, and getting separated from the group complicate the trip she records in her journal.

Percy Isaac Gifford shares ten rules for getting the most out of Thanksgiving dinner. His enthusiastic instructions cover turkey and sweets, while the holiday raises a question about whether a perfect celebration involves more than food.

Joining her school's environmental committee, Mallory enthusiastically tries to make home and school greener. Her advice irritates others, and classmates reject her Green Fair plan, leaving her struggling to protect both the environment and her friendships.

Mallory wins the lead in her school play and cannot understand why Mary Ann seems increasingly unhappy. As rehearsals and excitement take over, she faces the challenge of balancing her starring role with being a friend.

Mallory presents her own guide to the complicated boys, brothers, dads, and dogs in her life. An unreturned crush, an angry brother, a disappointing math grade, and a troublesome dog supply plenty of problems to consider.

Ruby Valentine and Lovebird prepare a special Valentine's Day party for their neighbors. When a snowstorm prevents the guests from reaching her home, Ruby must find another way to bring the celebration to Heartland.

Percy offers ten rules for making school enjoyable and keeping out of trouble. Alongside advice about classroom behavior, he demonstrates things students should avoid, from spitballs to running in the halls and elaborate schemes.

Mallory carefully plans a tenth-birthday sleepover after promising her parents the party will stay under control. Mary Ann has different ideas, and uninvited guests, a water-balloon fight, and hurt feelings threaten to spoil the celebration.

Mallory and Mary Ann head to New York eager to see its famous sights. Their trip presents a friendship problem when only one is invited to appear on Fashion Fran, the television show they both love.

Mallory resents being excluded when her brother Max spends time with his girlfriend Winnie. Convinced they may be making secret plans, she begins spying, risking trouble as she pursues information she thinks she deserves.

A fifth-grade boy likes Mallory, but her friends are more enthusiastic about the news than she is. Following Mary Ann's romantic advice hurts another friend and leaves Mallory questioning how to understand her own feelings.

Thirteen-year-old April Sinclair faces an embarrassing birthday, a kiss from longtime friend Billy, and feelings for her new neighbor Matt. When her parents replace summer camp with a family RV trip, her plans become more complicated.

Mallory looks forward to choosing an arts elective at school, then finds herself assigned the tuba. Embarrassing sounds, unwelcome practice, and envy of friends enjoying other activities make her reluctant to give the instrument a chance.

Mary Ann and Joey's new baby brother dominates their family's conversations and preparations. Mallory wants to welcome Charlie, but nursery painting, photos, and a shower make her worry that her friends have forgotten about her.

Ruby Valentine's pet Lovebird becomes jealous when a new kitten, Sweetie Pie, joins their household. Competing to create the best Valentine's surprise for Ruby turns the pets' desire for attention into an increasingly heated rivalry.

Mallory and Mary Ann have been best friends since birth, accustomed to doing everything together. When a new girl joins them, Mallory struggles with the change and worries that their familiar two-person friendship is slipping away.

April begins eighth grade with boyfriend Billy and renewed friendship with Brynn, but making the high-school dance team creates tension. Meanwhile, her feelings for neighbor Matt complicate the relationships she hoped were finally settled.

April resolves to reunite with Billy, but questions about his relationship with Brynn and her secret friendship with Matt interfere. Following her feelings becomes difficult when old friendships and her family's trust are at stake.

Percy Isaac Gifford explains his rules for making the most of a birthday, from preparing for the party to enjoying cake and presents. His rhyming advice also includes thanking gift-givers and helping after the festivities.

Summer begins with unsettling changes for Mallory: Mary Ann and Joey are moving across town, and another friend will be away. When her cat Cheeseburger becomes ill, she faces another worry alongside the shifting friendships.

Mallory joins a new girls' basketball league, eager to try a team sport. With her friends assigned elsewhere and her shots missing the basket, she worries about letting her teammates down as the playoffs approach.

April is thrilled to date Matt, but his alternating warmth and indifference leave her uncertain. Summer forces a choice between camp with Billy and Brynn and staying home to protect a relationship that already feels fragile.

April's high-school year initially promises dance team, new friendships, and an easier encounter with Matt. Tension between friends, her parents' arguments, and an upsetting party soon undermine the confidence she had begun to feel.

After announcing she has cancer, April's grandmother chooses a family skiing trip to Utah instead of difficult treatment. April looks forward to time together, but family tensions and peer pressure complicate their mountain vacation.

Mallory starts fifth grade with a new phone and Mary Ann in her class, expecting a good year. Trouble with her teacher, Mary Ann's attention to Zoe, and an unexpected book-report partner quickly challenge that optimism.

Mallory's family road trip to the Grand Canyon becomes less appealing when her fact-loving cousin Kate joins them. Her brother's secret texting and growing arguments crowd the minivan, leaving Mallory searching for a way to rescue their vacation.

April's freshman year grows messier when Brynn blames her for a breakup and other dance-team girls join in. Sophie's interest in the same boy and Leo's approaching departure for college complicate April's hope for a fresh start.

As freshman year ends, April anticipates driving lessons and time with Leo while facing her grandmother's illness and Sophie's move. Friendships, secrets and difficult choices leave her wondering how to meet impending loss without abandoning hopes for the future.

After a disappointing Halloween, Mallory organizes a school food drive to make Thanksgiving better for families in need. Promising a homework-free week to the winning grade encourages participation, but problems threaten her plan to turn generosity into a holiday success.

Mallory and Chloe Jennifer take a babysitting job caring for their new neighbors’ five-year-old twins. The children prove demanding, leaving Mallory struggling to balance schoolwork, friendships, and a poetry slam with the responsibilities of her exciting new job.

Seven-year-old Mary Christmas feels left out of her family's enthusiasm for enormous trees, abundant lights and loud holiday displays. With help from her relatives and dog, she searches for a way to make their celebration feel meaningful to her.

In this picture-book story, young Herman struggles with hunger and isolation in a concentration camp after separation from his mother. A girl outside the fence brings him apples, becoming a source of hope amid the suffering surrounding him.

A brother and sister believe superheroes have no need for bedtime and secretly stay awake late. The following morning tests their supposed powers, revealing how a lack of sleep affects their ability to enjoy the day.

Amanda Adams plans to run for class president with her best friend Meghan as her running mate. When Meghan launches her own campaign, their friendship becomes a rivalry that tests how fairly each girl can pursue victory.

When flu spreads among the zoo animals, the camels want to help their sick friends. Trainer Tom guides their efforts, showing them how to offer comfort and support safely while learning what it means to care for others.

With Ms. Green busy at her flower shop, dog Spots and cat Stripes prepare for New Year’s Eve at home. Their differing ideas threaten the celebration, requiring them to find a way to welcome the year together.

Spots and Stripes prepare to celebrate Valentine’s Day while Ms. Green works at her flower shop. The dog and cat have different plans, and enjoying the holiday together means finding a way beyond their disagreements.

While Frank is away, Moose the dog goes shopping to replenish their household supplies. Stocking the shelves gives the unusual helper a busy day, while Frank’s own shopping promises a surprise for his companion when he returns.

While his owner Frank is away, Moose the dog sets about tidying their home. His unusual household efforts reveal an eager helper who wants to make Frank’s return pleasant and looks forward to affection after his work.

When Frank leaves home for the day, his dog Moose tackles a large load of laundry. This unconventional helper takes on the household chore while his owner is away, with plenty of work standing between him and a rest.

Moose the dog spends Frank’s absence preparing soup in the kitchen. Cooking for his owner gives him a way to help around the house, while their quiet time together remains the part of the day he values most.

Moose the dog uses the hours when Frank is away to work in their yard. Planting flowers and tending the outdoor space becomes a way to welcome his owner home and create room for their shared playtime.

The zoo’s pandas struggle to assemble a puzzle and begin to lose patience when the pieces will not fit. Trainer Tom helps them work through their frustration, turning the difficult task into a lesson about persistence.

Milly plans a playful celebration for her father’s birthday, but his cold changes the day. Putting aside her silly ideas to care for him helps Milly show that affection can matter more than the original festivities.

Milly’s playful day changes when she learns that her grandfather’s cat Lucky has disappeared. She goes outside to search, discovering that helping someone she loves can be more important than continuing her usual silly adventures.

Milly enjoys being silly at a sleepover until her friend Emma hears a frightening noise. She sets aside the jokes to help Emma feel safe, discovering what friendship requires when someone else becomes afraid.

Spots and Stripes prepare to visit a haunted house on Halloween while Ms. Green works in her shop. Spots is excited and Stripes is frightened, leaving the friends to figure out how to enjoy the evening together.

Spots and Stripes think Christmas is spoiled when they realize they have given Ms. Green identical presents. The dog and cat must reconsider what matters about their gifts and find a way to share the celebration.

Ms. Green leaves Spots and Stripes at home while she prepares plants and flowers for Earth Day customers. The dog and cat must overcome different ideas to choose an activity that lets them help the planet together.

Spots, Stripes and Ms. Green prepare a Thanksgiving meal, but the dog and cat disagree about what to serve. Their holiday preparations become a chance to find common ground and express gratitude despite their different preferences.

A brother and sister dreaming of superhero powers believe bravery means never feeling scared. A thunderstorm challenges that belief, leading them to recognize fear and learn ways to stay calm when something frightening keeps them awake.

Rain keeps Wendy and her witch roommate Willow indoors, giving them time to get acquainted. A reckless broom ride leaves Wendy angry, forcing the two girls to confront their differences as they decide whether they can become friends.

Twins Camila and Carlos discover a postcard sent by a girl in Costa Rica. Its arrival draws them into a magical journey to explore her country, transforming a familiar trip to the mailbox into an unexpected adventure.

A postcard from a girl in Japan arrives in twins Camila and Carlos’s mailbox. The message sends them on a magical adventure through her country, opening a journey of discovery that begins with an ordinary piece of mail.

Wendy enjoys the convenience of living with a witch who can magically tidy their room and produce snacks. When Willow’s mistaken spell makes Wendy’s dog Muffin disappear, both girls must cooperate to find the missing pet.

Wendy’s young cousin Clair comes to stay and will be sleeping in her room. Worried that Willow’s witchcraft might frighten her guest, Wendy demands a promise to avoid spells, then wonders whether her roommate can keep it.

Curious about witchcraft, Wendy joins Willow for a midnight journey on a flying broom. The adventure creates a new problem when her mother finds her sleeping in her clothes, forcing Wendy to explain their secret outing.

Wendy moves into a new house only to discover that a young witch named Willow already occupies her bedroom. Both insist the room belongs to them, creating a dispute that requires these unlikely roommates to find common ground.

Ghost sisters Clair and Blair want their brother Nicky to frighten the twins visiting Mrs. Maple. Meeting Jack and Janie gives him a different possibility, leaving him to choose between his sisters’ expectations and making new friends.

Customers queue for Chef Kate’s special cake tower, eager to sample what she has baked. When they enter the restaurant, dessert comes with an unexpected dance party, turning their meal into a chance to move and celebrate together.

Customers gather outside Chef Kate’s restaurant on a cold day, wondering what she will serve. As she finishes her campfire stew, their anticipation leads to a shared meal beside the fire and an opportunity for warmth and companionship.

Customers wait outside Chef Kate’s restaurant while she prepares a special pie. Their curiosity grows as baking continues, and the meal becomes a shared occasion centered on the pleasure of trying something new and enjoying another slice.

On a snowy day, customers gather outside Chef Kate’s restaurant as she makes a special bean soup. Their warming meal includes the opportunity to make wishes, turning an ordinary lunch into an experience filled with hopeful possibilities.

Farm girl Maggie enjoys her cozy home until a herd of cows takes over its rooms. With the animals cooking, dressing up, and bathing indoors, she must think creatively to persuade her unwelcome guests to leave.

Farmer Nan gives Dog a comfortable new bed on the porch, and Duck wants to try it. Dog refuses to share, creating a disagreement that challenges him to consider his friend’s wishes alongside his own comfort.

Best friends Duck and Dog enjoy one another’s company but have very different preferences about noise. Duck is lively and loud, while Dog wants quiet, leaving him to find an activity that lets them spend peaceful time together.

Clair and Blair ask their younger ghost brother Nicky to scare Rock, a neighborhood boy who claims to fear nothing. Nicky faces a choice between proving his frightening abilities and discovering the possibility of another friendship.

Duck and Dog plan to pick strawberries and bake a pie together. Their outing turns into a disagreement when Duck eats all the fruit, leaving her to find a way to repair the harm and restore their shared plans.

Duck and Dog set out for a hike but disagree about which trail to follow. Their different preferences put the outing at risk, giving the friends an opportunity to explore compromise and the pleasure of working together.

When Dog becomes friends with Rooster, Duck fears that their own friendship is slipping away. Her worry creates a challenge for Dog, who must find a way to reassure her while making room for another companion.

Duck wants to splash in her pond on a sunny day, while Dog prefers a nap in the heat. When her play wakes him, their disagreement challenges Duck to recognize the effect of her actions and consider an apology.

The boys of Bunk Five expect a pleasant canoe outing, but their trip leaves them stranded on Eerie Island. Searching for a route back, they discover that escaping the strange dangers of Camp Creepy Lake may be harder than expected.

A boy and his grandmother cast their fishing lines into a lake whose catches grow increasingly extraordinary. Patience brings surprises beyond ordinary fish, transforming their day together into an exploration of imagination, adventure, and unexpected possibilities.

Grace feels increasingly stressed by her father’s demands that she improve as a gymnast. Confiding in her teammates offers support, but resolving the pressure requires finding the courage to speak with him about what she needs.

Ghost sisters Clair and Blair urge their little brother Nicky to scare the plumber repairing Mrs. Maple’s toilet. His encounter with Fred offers a choice between meeting their expectations as a ghost and making a new friend.

Piper wants to join her school’s Super Speller Club, but becoming a member requires effort. Her determination to earn a place turns a school activity into a challenge, testing whether she can meet the club’s expectations.

Piper and Chase plan to surprise their mother with breakfast in bed for her birthday. Preparing the meal gives them a shared challenge in the kitchen, where cooperation becomes essential to carrying out their thoughtful celebration.

Isabella dreams of competing in the Olympics, but falling grades threaten her place on the gymnastics team. With encouragement from her teammates, she must learn to balance school responsibilities and athletic ambitions before Coach Kim makes her stop training.

Piper admires her older brother Chase’s talent for baseball and wants an achievement of her own. Searching for something she can do well becomes a chance to discover how she might shine in a different way.

Ghost sisters Clair and Blair expect their younger brother Nicky to frighten Amanda, the girl who has moved next door. His friendly nature complicates their plan, raising the possibility that a new neighbor could become a friend.

Gymnast Ling feels confident on the balance beam but struggles with fear when facing the vault. Advice from her older sister and support from her Super Starz teammates help her confront the obstacle holding her back.

Moose accompanies his owner Frank on a fishing trip, expecting an exciting adventure. A hot, uneventful day on the lake tests the dog’s enthusiasm and gives him a different perspective on the pleasures of being together.

Moose learns to paint so he can give his owner Frank a special gift. Once the picture is finished, the dog worries about Frank’s reaction, making the moment of sharing his creation an unexpected experience.

A child visits school after dark and finds that nighttime learning differs from the familiar daytime routine. The unusual experience offers plenty of fun, while leaving open the question of whether the adventure really happened.

Sick camper Nelly is confined to Camp Creepy Lake’s infirmary with Nurse Astrid, strange medicines and giant spiders. Will and Chase must find a way to help her escape the unsettling place before danger closes in.