City of Masks (Stravaganza Series #1)

City of Masks (Stravaganza Series #1) by Mary Hoffman

While sick in bed with cancer, Lucien begins making journeys to a place in a parallel world that resembles Venice, Italy, and he becomes caught up in the political intrigues surrounding the Duchessa who rules the city. Books in this series: Book 1. Stravaganza : City of Masks -- Book 2. Stravaganza : City of Stars -- Book 3. Stravanga : City of Flowers -- Book 4. Stravaganza : City of Secrets.

Six Innings: A Game in the Life

Six Innings: A Game in the Life by James Preller
Earl Grubb's Pool Supplies plays Northeast Gas & Electric in the Little League championship game, while Sam, who has cancer and is in a wheelchair, has to call the play-by-play instead of participating in the game.