This collection of short stories features various dogs and their unique personalities and the bonds they share with their humans.
Author
Ann M. Martin
210 books in the catalog
Ann M. Martin has 210 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly friendship, realistic fiction and middle grade. The titles we've reviewed span 1983 to 2018.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
A group of antique dolls come to life and embark on adventures while their owners are away.
Claudia Kishi, the creative leader of the Baby-Sitters Club, tackles a neighborhood mystery involving a talented but reclusive artist.
Jessi Ramsey takes on pet-sitting jobs, encountering various animals and their owners' problems.
A group of dolls comes to life when humans are not around, experiencing adventures and facing the challenges of their miniature world.
TMI explores the intense and often overwhelming emotions of teenage girls as they navigate friendships, romance, and social pressures.
Missy Piggle-Wiggle, a magical nanny, helps children overcome their peculiar problems with her unique and whimsical cures.
A young girl named Rain, who is on the autism spectrum, forms a deep bond with a rescue dog named Henry.
Annabelle and her doll friends discover a magical dollhouse that allows them to travel to different places and times.
A young girl named Elizabeth moves to a new town and struggles to fit in, dealing with bullying and finding her place.
A young girl reflects on her life, sharing both positive and negative experiences and feelings.
Maya navigates the challenges of living with her eccentric older sister, Chloe.
Kristy and the other BSC members prepare for a new summer of babysitting adventures and challenges.
A young girl named Annabelle adopts a dog and experiences life changes.
This is a story about a young girl named Annie who helps her grandmother deliver baked goods.
A group of friends starts a secret book club, sharing stories and navigating their teenage lives.
Kristy and the BSC team help a new student adjust to her first day at school.
When her family moves, a young girl named Anya feels lost and finds comfort in her dolls, which seem to come to life.
This book follows the lives and friendships of a group of middle school girls as they navigate everyday challenges.
During the Christmas season, a young girl named Annie helps her family navigate financial hardship and find holiday spirit.
A young girl moves to a new town and faces challenges with her family and friendships.
A group of friends navigates the complexities of middle school, dealing with social dynamics, family issues, and personal growth.
This story follows a young girl named Clara on Christmas Eve as she experiences a magical night filled with wonder and kindness.
A stray dog named Squirrel navigates the challenges of survival and finds a loving home.
This book focuses on the dynamics of friendship among a group of girls.
A group of friends navigates the complexities of adolescence, dealing with family issues, relationships, and the challenges of growing up.
A girl receives a doll that seems to have a mind of its own and causes trouble.
A young girl named Millie struggles with her family's decision to care for her uncle, who has Down syndrome, and learns about love and acceptance.
Belle Teal navigates the challenges of growing up in a small town during the 1960s, dealing with family and friendships.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club investigate the disappearance of a young boy, leading them on a suspenseful search.
This book likely follows a group of characters as they navigate the events surrounding graduation.
Mary Anne Spier seeks revenge on the girls who bullied her, leading to a complex plan involving the BSC.
Karen learns to ice skate and participates in a figure skating competition.
Karen and her friends help care for a group of reindeer that have arrived in their town.
Karen's runaway turkey causes chaos and leads to unexpected events.
A young girl named Annie visits a zoo and learns about different baby animals.
A modern retelling of Alice in Wonderland, featuring a young girl named Abby.
Karen adopts a black cat that brings her good luck, but also some mischievous adventures.
Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey form the Baby-Sitters Club to earn money and help families in Stoneybrook.
This installment of the California Diaries series follows the lives and challenges of a group of teenage girls in California.
Stacey navigates the complexities of her past relationship and the reappearance of her ex-boyfriend, dealing with lingering feelings and new romantic possibilities.
Karen starts a paper route to earn money and learns about responsibility, hard work, and the challenges of running a business.
Stacey McGill tries to play matchmaker for her friends in the Babysitters Club. She navigates friendships and romantic interests among the middle schoolers.
Karen navigates the world of child acting when she gets a chance to be a movie star, facing new friendships and challenges.
Karen moves to a new town and has to adjust to a new school and make new friends, which proves to be a challenge.
The Baby-Sitters Club embarks on an exciting European adventure, facing new challenges and experiencing different cultures.
A young girl named Annie participates in a spelling bee and learns about competition.
A young girl named Karen faces a dilemma when she receives a mysterious phone call.
California Diaries #2 continues the personal stories and challenges of a group of teenage girls in California.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club investigate a mysterious train that seems to be appearing and disappearing. They try to uncover the truth behind the phantom train.
Karen and her friends enjoy a winter sleigh ride adventure.
Claudia Kishi starts a radio show at her middle school to help her friends with their problems.
Abby finds a baby left on her doorstep and must figure out who it belongs to. She learns about responsibility and community.
Karen and her friends decide to explore a supposedly haunted house on Halloween night. They encounter spooky events and try to uncover the truth behind the ghost stories.
Mary Anne Spier, a member of The Baby-Sitters Club, faces a challenging babysitting situation.
This book follows the diary entries of a group of teenage girls navigating friendships, romance, and personal challenges in California.
Mary Anne Spier navigates friendships, family, and school challenges as a member of the Baby-Sitters Club.
Abby struggles with sportsmanship and learns to be a good loser after a series of defeats.
The Baby-Sitters Club faces spooky events and a mystery during their Christmas break.
Two identical twins, who are very different, switch places and experience each other's lives, leading to humorous chaos.
Karen and her family prepare for Christmas, facing the usual holiday chaos and finding joy in traditions and each other.
The Baby-Sitters Club members take on a new client, a wealthy family with a demanding dog and a spoiled child, during a trip to Hawaii.
Abby faces a series of unlucky events as she turns thirteen, leading her to question her luck and her relationships.
A young girl navigates the challenges and joys of her second-grade year, making friends and learning new things.
Stacey McGill takes on babysitting jobs, facing humorous and challenging situations with the children she cares for.
Mary Anne and her friends help a young princess adjust to life in a new country.
Leo, a young boy, finds a lost dog and learns about responsibility and compassion.
Abby joins a secret society at her school, which involves solving mysteries and participating in clandestine activities.
Mary Anne Spier navigates friendships and challenges as a member of the Baby-Sitters Club.
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The Babysitters Club - Collection 3 (Boy-crazy Stacey / Claudia and Mean Janine / Ghost at Dawn's House)
Ann M. Martin · 1996
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This collection features three stories: Stacey's dating woes, Claudia's rivalry with Janine, and a ghost at Dawn's house.
Claudia Kishi, a member of the Baby-Sitters Club, faces challenges and finds her way.
Stacey navigates the challenges of middle school, focusing on her love for mathematics.
Ann M. Martin's "Class Play" follows a group of middle schoolers as they prepare for their school's annual play, dealing with friendships and stage fright.
#74
The Babysitters Club - Collection 4 (Claudia and the New Girl / Kristy and the Snobs / Logan Likes Mary Anne!)
Ann M. Martin · 1996
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This collection features three stories about the members of the Babysitters Club.
Kristy and the gang from The Baby-Sitters Club tackle a new challenge when a dog goes missing.
Kristy, a member of the Baby-Sitters Club, navigates the challenges of running a business and dealing with personal issues with her friends.
Jessi deals with holiday preparations and family dynamics as she gets older.
Karen and her friends encounter strange, sometimes scary, creatures in their neighborhood, leading to adventures and problem-solving.
Abby moves to a new town and joins the Baby-Sitters Club, facing challenges with new friends and babysitting jobs. She learns about teamwork and responsibility.
Mary Anne Spier discovers a hidden garden and a mystery connected to her family's past.
This book is part of a series about a group of friends. It focuses on their everyday lives, friendships, and school experiences, often with a lighthearted tone.
Kristy Thomas and the BSC take on a case to find a missing fortune that a wealthy old woman believes has been stolen.
Claudia Kishi travels back in time to experience the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims.
Dawn's Book is a story about a young girl named Dawn Schafer who moves to a new town and struggles to fit in.
Kristy Thomas, president of the Baby-Sitters Club, takes on a challenging sitting job with a family with many young children.
The Baby-Sitters Club members decide to spend a night in a supposedly haunted house for a Halloween adventure, encountering spooky but ultimately harmless events.
Jessi and her family move to a new town and she struggles to adjust, making friends and dealing with a difficult classmate.
Dawn and her friends try to win the annual school spirit competition against a rival group.
Dawn struggles with her identity and relationships as she navigates the complexities of adolescence and family.
A young girl navigates the complexities of her family and friendships.
Karen starts a lemonade stand to earn money for a new bicycle, learning about business and responsibility along the way.
Stacey McGill faces challenges and rivalries at the Babysitters Club, dealing with school and social life.
Mallory wishes for a perfect Christmas, but things don't go as planned. She learns valuable lessons about family and the true meaning of the holidays.
This story follows Karen as she learns to care for and ride her new pony, exploring themes of responsibility and friendship.
Karen and her friends investigate a series of strange occurrences at their school, including missing items and odd noises.
A young child's exciting day as they experience a fire truck and the excitement of a rescue.
This book is part of a series focusing on the friendship between Dawn and Whitney as they navigate school and personal challenges.
Karen Brewer faces the challenges of her first day on the school bus.
Mallory Pike, a passionate fan, navigates the world of celebrity and friendship while dealing with her own insecurities.
A young girl named Claudia spends a summer with her eccentric aunt and cousin, experiencing new adventures and learning about herself.
Jessi's horrible prank is about a girl named Jessi who plays a prank on her friend that goes wrong. She has to deal with the consequences of her actions.
Members of the Baby-Sitters Club reminisce about past adventures and their enduring friendships.
Stacey faces the consequences of a lie she tells to impress her friends, impacting her relationships and self-esteem.
Dawn and her friends form a club called the We Love Kids Club to help younger children. They organize activities and learn about friendship and responsibility.
Stacey deals with the challenges of her parents' divorce and its impact on her life.
Kristy and the Baby-sitters Club investigate a series of Halloween pranks and a mysterious figure in Stoneybrook.
#107
Claudia and the Perfect Boy (The Baby-Sitters Club #71)
Ann M. Martin · 1994
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Kristy's mom is dating a new man, and Claudia is worried about him and his son, a potential new boyfriend. The Baby-Sitters Club members try to help.
Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey run a successful babysitting business in Stoneybrook.
Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey face challenges babysitting and navigating friendships in Stoneybrook.
Kristy and her friends, the Baby-Sitters Club, navigate friendships and babysitting jobs in their town.
Mary Anne Spier's life is disrupted when a new girl, Missy, moves in and causes trouble for her friends.
Shannon, a young girl, navigates difficult family circumstances and finds her voice.
Karen navigates the challenges and adjustments of her family life after her father remarries.
Karen and her friends encounter a magician who performs seemingly impossible feats.
Kristy and the BSC face a challenge when Dawn's family feud threatens to disrupt their babysitting business and their friendships.
Jessi struggles with a secret she's keeping from her friends and family.
Dawn and her friends encounter a surfer ghost at the beach, leading to a mystery they must solve.
Dawn's family moves to a new town, and she must adjust to a new school and make new friends.
Karen tells a lie to her friends and deals with the consequences.
Claudia Kishi and the BSC investigate a mysterious theft at a museum during a school trip.
This book follows a group of friends who embark on a summer adventure to a seaside town, encountering new experiences and challenges.
Jessi and her friends, the Baby-Sitters Club, investigate a series of jewel thefts that threaten a local charity event.
Kristy Thomas, president of the Baby-Sitters Club, faces a new challenge with a difficult child who disrupts their usual routines.
Stacey McGill deals with the pressures of being a cheerleader and navigating friendships and rivalries.
Jessi, a young babysitter, faces a challenging situation when a new, difficult babysitter arrives and causes trouble for the children she cares for.
Karen experiences a snow day and enjoys various winter activities with her friends and family.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club investigate strange occurrences at a supposedly haunted mansion.
Stacey McGill investigates a mystery involving missing money and a potential thief within her own family.
Dawn's investigation into missing dogs leads her to uncover a neighborhood mystery.
Karen navigates a new friendship and social dynamics at school, dealing with jealousy and understanding differences.
Karen faces a new challenge when she has to play the tuba in the school band.
Karen, Hannie, and Nancy are friends who navigate the challenges and joys of growing up in their small town.
Karen and her friends plan and enjoy a delightful tea party in this gentle story for younger readers.
Kristy struggles with her ex-best friend, Mary Anne, and the challenges of running the Baby-Sitters Club.
A young girl named Dawn organizes a community effort to save a local forest.
Karen faces a difficult secret and the consequences of her actions, learning about honesty and trust.
Claudia Kishi and her friends try to help a new girl in town, but things get complicated.
Dawn and her friends plan a big sleepover, but things get complicated when a mysterious guest arrives and secrets begin to surface.
Jessi deals with the pressures of competition and friendship in gymnastics.
Kristy Thomas runs for class president, facing challenges and learning about leadership and friendship.
Mary Anne, a member of the Baby-Sitters Club, faces the challenges of caring for multiple babies simultaneously.
Karen and her friends work together to grow and harvest pumpkins for a fall festival.
Mary Anne Spier undergoes a transformation and learns about self-acceptance and friendship within the Baby-Sitters Club.
Mallory is a young girl who moves to a new town and befriends a mysterious ghost cat that helps her solve local mysteries.
Karen struggles with learning to do a cartwheel for her gymnastics class, facing frustration and eventual success.
Karen's younger sister, Nannie, tries to care for a litter of kittens, leading to humorous and chaotic situations.
Rachel Parker is a confident kindergartener who loves to be the center of attention and share her talents.
Two sisters, Amy and Beth, are stranded in a cabin during a blizzard and must learn to survive and rely on each other.
Eleven children spend a summer together, navigating friendships, family dynamics, and personal growth.
Karen and her friends have a sleepover filled with typical pre-teen activities and minor dramas.
Karen navigates the challenges of a new year, including friendships and family dynamics.
Karen, a young girl, discovers her neighbor is a witch and must navigate this magical revelation while dealing with everyday childhood issues.
Jessi Ramsey takes on a challenging babysitting job for the Pikes, dealing with their many children and a difficult situation.
#154
Kristy and the Baby Parade. (Baby-Sitters Club no.045)
Ann M. Martin · 1991
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Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club members organize a baby parade for the town.
Karen travels by plane and experiences new situations and friendships.
Karen, a young girl, experiences the complexities of first crushes and navigating social dynamics within her school and friendships.
Dawn is a young girl who moves to a new town and faces bullying and a mysterious disappearance.
Karen gets a goldfish and learns about responsibility and the challenges of pet ownership.
Mallory is frustrated with her family's rules and decides to go on strike, causing chaos.
Jessi and her friends investigate a mysterious phantom haunting their dance school, leading to unexpected discoveries.
Mary Anne Spier finds herself in a romantic dilemma when two boys express interest in her. She navigates her feelings and learns about relationships.
A young girl deals with her father's remarriage and her new stepsister.
Karen struggles with her appearance and a difficult friendship in this installment of the Baby-Sitters Club series.
Karen's ghost is a middle grade novel about a young girl who moves to a new town and befriends the ghost of a girl who died there.
#165
Kristy's Mystery Admirer (The Baby-Sitters Club #38)
Ann M. Martin · 1990
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Kristy's Mystery Admirer is the thirty-eighth book in The Baby-Sitters Club series, following Kristy Thomas as she tries to uncover the identity of a secret admirer.
Dawn's summer is complicated by a new boy in town and her friends' evolving relationships.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club investigate why their friend Susan is acting strangely.
A young girl named Mallory faces a series of unfortunate events and challenges, learning to cope with adversity and find joy.
#169
Baby-Sitters' island adventure. (Baby-Sitters Club SUPER SPECIAL no.4)
Ann M. Martin · 1990
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The Baby-Sitters Club members go on a special trip to an island where they encounter a mystery and some challenges.
Mary Anne Spier faces romantic complications and jealousy within her babysitting club. She navigates friendships and boy troubles.
Karen and her friends plan a surprise birthday party for Karen, dealing with typical childhood friendships and celebrations.
Mallory is tasked with looking after her younger twin sisters, but their mischievous behavior leads to a series of chaotic events.
#173
Kristy and the mother's day surprise. (Baby-Sitters Club no.024)
Ann M. Martin · 1989
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Kristy Thomas and the Baby-Sitters Club help Mrs. Porter plan a surprise Mother's Day party for her mother, navigating the challenges of event planning and friendship.
#174
Welcome Back, Stacey (The Baby-Sitters Club #28)
Ann M. Martin · 1989
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Stacey McGill returns to the Baby-Sitters Club and must navigate new friendships and challenges in Stoneybrook.
Dawn and her friends navigate the challenges of growing up, friendships, and family life in the 1960s.
A young girl named Mavis moves to a new town and discovers her neighbors are vampires.
The Baby-Sitters Club members spend their winter vacation together, facing various challenges and adventures at a ski lodge.
Karen navigates childhood challenges, including dealing with her younger sister, Nancy.
Karen has a difficult day filled with minor mishaps and social awkwardness at school and home.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club face a chaotic situation when a new member's dog causes trouble.
Mallory and her friends investigate a series of mysterious events surrounding a diary found in their town.
Claudia Kishi's younger sister, Janine, tries to navigate middle school social dynamics and a prank war.
Karen learns to navigate friendships and social situations as she gets her first pair of roller skates.
When the Miller family moves to a new town, they face the challenge of managing ten children and a lack of pets.
The Baby-Sitters Club members face challenges and adventures while taking care of children during a family trip.
Kristy's friend Dawn moves away, and the BSC faces challenges.
Kristy Thomas faces a new challenge when a new girl, Karen Brewer, joins her babysitting club.
Jessi Ramsey joins the Baby-Sitters Club and learns to communicate with her new friends, overcoming shyness.
Mary Anne Spier's babysitting job takes a turn when a valuable necklace goes missing.
#190
Good-bye Stacey, good-bye. (Baby-Sitters Club no.013)
Ann M. Martin · 1988
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Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club must deal with a difficult client and a rival club.
Mallory, a middle schooler, navigates friendships, family dynamics, and everyday challenges as she tries to fit in and find her place.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club face a challenge when wealthy girls from a rival club try to steal clients.
Mary Anne Spier navigates friendships, family, and the challenges of being a mother's helper.
Dawn Schafer joins the Baby-Sitters Club and navigates new friendships and challenges in Stoneybrook.
#195
The Ghost at Dawn's house. (Baby-Sitters Club no.09)
Ann M. Martin · 1988
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Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club investigate strange occurrences at Dawn's house, believing it might be haunted.
Kristy and the gang try to organize a dance for the local community center.
Kristy and the Baby-Sitters Club face challenges planning a wedding for Kristy's mom.
Mary Anne Spier faces a challenging babysitting job with the Logan family and their difficult son, Logan.
Mary Anne Spier faces challenges and learns to be brave when her friends in the Baby-Sitters Club need her help.
Two teenagers, Sarah and Emily, experience a summer romance filled with first love and difficult choices.
Kristy's younger sister Dawn is left in charge of the Baby-Sitters Club when Kristy goes on vacation, leading to a series of chaotic and funny situations.
Stacey McGill faces a difficult decision and its consequences when she makes a mistake while babysitting.
Stacey McGill is obsessed with boys and tries to impress them, often leading to humorous situations.
Claudia Kishi's younger sister, Janine, tries to navigate middle school and her relationship with her older sister.
When a popular girl disappears, her best friend and a group of classmates investigate, uncovering secrets and facing their own fears.
Stacey McGill deals with her parents' divorce and her own feelings of insecurity.
Claudia Kishi investigates a series of mysterious phone calls plaguing her friend Stacey.
Kristy Thomas comes up with the idea for a babysitting club, recruiting her friends to start a business and navigate the challenges of their first clients.
Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey form a babysitting club and navigate friendship and business.
Two sisters spend a summer dealing with family issues and personal growth.
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