The fourth book in the beloved and hilarious Alvin Ho chapter book series, which has been compared to Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is perfect for beginning and reluctant readers! Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is facing something truly scary: the idea that someone he loves might die. When Alvin's GungGung loses his best friend, Alvin (gulp) volunteers to go with him to the funeral. From Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham comes a drop-dead-funny and touching series with a truly unforgettable character. “Shares with Diary of a Wimpy Kid the humor that stems from trying to manipulate the world.” —Newsday “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Discover all three books in this “effervescent and charming” (Booklist) chapter book series about Ruby Lu, a spunky Chinese American elementary schooler whose hijinks rival Ramona Quimby’s—now together in a collectible paperback boxed set! Meet Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything, President of the Plum Tree Club, and star of Ruby’s Magic Madness, the best backyard magic show on 20th Avenue South! Whether she’s learning Cantonese, teaching her baby brother magic tricks, being the best Smile Buddy ever for her cousin, or facing the dangers of swimming lessons, Ruby Lu is always brave and true, and her life is a grand adventure. This irrepressible boxed set includes paperback editions of: Ruby Lu, Brave and True Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything Ruby Lu, Star of the Show