Helen Harvey Knihy

George longs for a pet like his classmates, but his parents aren't fond of animals. On his birthday, he wishes for a Labrador but unexpectedly finds a dragon named Lava in his garden instead. As he navigates the challenges of keeping Lava a secret, George discovers the dragon's independent spirit adds excitement and adventure to his life. With the help of his friends, they embark on a journey filled with friendship and the challenges of caring for a magical creature.

Online, Emmy is a star gamer with fans who love to watch her videos. At school, Emmy is friendless and bullied. Vanessa, AKA the Queen of Mean, has decided that Emmy is a weirdo with bad handwriting, horrible fashion sense, and no dad. Can Emmy level up, join forces with some new friends, and beat the bullies?