The Life of Marie Lane

Marie’s long-awaited birthday turns into a memorable adventure in this fun story of mix-ups and laughter. Excited to plan her dream party, she works with her mom and dad to get every detail right—from the invitations to the decorations. But soon, unexpected problems arise: the cake is wrong, the streamers get tangled, and her prankster cousin...

Marie, Sarah, and Emma are best friends with a taste for adventure, but when rumors swirl about an abandoned house in their quiet suburban town being haunted, they can’t resist investigating. After a dare from the mischievous Jake and his crew, the trio agrees to explore the eerie mansion after dark, despite the chilling stories surrounding it.

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Marie Lane has always been the girl with a wild imagination, but when the annual school talent show is announced, her daydreams take a turn for the nerve-wracking. With everyone buzzing about their acts, Marie can’t shake the feeling of stage fright creeping up on her. She loves making people laugh and has the perfect idea for a quirky act with...

Marie’s world is turned upside down when her beloved dog, Max, mysteriously vanishes. Determined to bring him home, Marie transforms into a detective, setting up her bedroom as her command center and scouring the neighborhood with her friend, Sarah, by her side. Together, they piece together clues, interview quirky neighbors, and follow leads...

In the high-stakes world of a middle school science fair, Marie Lane has one goal: to win first prize. Her ambitious project—a self-sustaining ecosystem that could survive in any environment—pushes her to the edge of possibility. With her supportive mother by her side and her inspiring teacher, Mrs. Thompson, guiding her every step, Marie is...

Everyone in Oakwood is buzzing about the first-ever Neighborhood Pet Parade... and Marie Lane is caught right in the middle of the madness.

When the town announces a pet-themed celebration, Marie jumps at the chance to enter her golden retriever, Max. But organizing a parade isn’t as simple as tying a ribbon and marching down Main Street. With...

The Case of the Missing Homework follows the misadventures of Marie Lane, a clever and imaginative pre-teen, as she faces a crisis: her homework has mysteriously disappeared! On what should have been a regular morning, panic strikes when Marie discovers her hard work is missing just before it’s due. Her usual confidence gives way to frantic...

In a world obsessed with likes and filters, Marie’s story is a wake-up call.

In a world where likes equate to love and followers that define self-worth, twelve-year-old Marie uncovers the harsh reality behind social media’s perfectly curated facade.

What begins as an innocent snapshot of her dog spirals into a whirlwind of digital obsession....

When the Lane family sets off on what should be a dream vacation, Marie Lane braces herself for the inevitable chaos. Her father’ grand plan for a road trip sends excitement and dread swirling through her.

From a morning of frantic preparation and mislaid car keys to a series of comedic detours and unexpected hurdles, Marie’s vacation is anything...

In the heart of a bustling city, Marie, an earnest dreamer, stumbles into the world of a local talent agency. What begins as a quest for recognition spirals into a whirlwind of comedic auditions, miscommunications, and unexpected adventures. Under the guidance of Evelyn, a tough yet nurturing director, and Sam, a scatter-brained casting wizard,...

One snowstorm.

One Golden Retriever.

One unforgettable week of tech glitches, talent shows, and digital mayhem.

Seventh-grader Marie Lane thought a week of virtual school would be easy—until the internet crashed, the chat exploded, and her Golden Retriever, Max, became the most chaotic Zoom Bomber the class had ever seen.

Thrown into a whirlwind of...

Marie Lane never asked to lead. She’s perfectly fine scribbling in the margins, thank you very much. But when she’s chosen to helm the school’s new “collaborative” book club, she’s dropped straight into the eye of a creative storm—where bold ideas crash, personalities clash, and nothing stays inside the lines.

Max dreams in plot twists and...