Sabriel by Garth Nix Sabriel is different than the other girls in the boarding school that lies just south of the Old Kingdom: not only is she adept at Charter Magic, she also has inherited the power and responsibility of binding the Dead to death.
Brave Irene by William Steig Delivering the Duchess' new dress in time for the ball proved that Irene had more courage than most little girls, and even more than many grown-ups.
Dominic by William Steig Dominic the dog leaves home one day in search of adventure, only to find that he becomes a wonderful hero with friends everywhere.
Juniper by Monica Furlong Juniper, or Ninnoc as her family knows her, must leave her home in Castle Dore to be apprenticed to the witch woman Euny, or risk losing her father's kingdom forever.
Solomon The Rusty Nail by William Steig Solomon was an ordinary rabbit, until the day he learned--just by coincidence--that he had magical powers!
