"The students of Mouseford Academy are participating in an enormouse science fair. Mice from schools around the world are all hoping to take the top prize. The Thea Sisters would love to win, but so would Ruby Flashyfur and she's willing to do whatever it takes. Can these mice play nice, or will the science fair be a total flop?

Contains essays in which the author, stricken by a virus that attacked his brain in 1988, explores the science, meaning, and personal implications of living with brain damage, discusses efforts to recover memories and knowledge, and considers what he has lost and what he has gained from his ordeal.

The magical world of Artimé is gone and the Unwanteds are looking to Alex Stowe for answers, but while his twin brother Aaron continues to build his army in Quill, a very dangerous common enemy is revealed.

Max and her CMI friends attempt to use their smarts to find solutions to a water crisis, while a greedy corporation with an eye on capturing Max seems to know their every move.

"It's the beginning of a new day, and Lola Dutch is bursting with creative ideas! Even if her enthusiasm is a 'bit much' for some, with the help of her animal friends she is inspired to make every day amazing!"--

"Using surprising studies and stories spanning business, politics, sports, and entertainment, Grant explores how to recognize a good idea, speak up without getting silenced, build a coalition of allies, choose the right time to act, and manage fear and doubt; how parents and teachers can nurture originality in children; and how leaders can fight groupthink to build cultures that welcome dissent"--

The author meditates on the search for an idea, and the wonderful feeling when the right idea comes along, unleashing the creative process.