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Forever and back
"June Cannon has spent the last seventeen years of her life as a devoted mom and wife, but when her husband, Camp, doesn't come home for dinner--again--and her teenage daughter calls her simple, she's had enough. Inspired by a podcast, her way forward becomes clear: get a divorce, get a job, and show her kids she's anything but simple ... As June catapults herself into the world at age forty to build a life outside of her family's needs, a romantic interest from the past returns to town, giving her the attention she's missed. When the unhealed wounds of kept secrets and loss are reopened, June must decide between the wild and free life she thinks she wants and the seemingly simple one she already has"--Page 4 of cover
Monster
When two murder victims are found, Milo thinks there will be plenty of suspects amongst his clientele. But as he and Alex investigate it appears they need to look elsewhere. Neither victim is what they seem and a monstrous character emerges
The President's shadow
"Following The Inner Circle and The Fifth Assassin, Brad Meltzer returns with the next novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Culper Ring series. Beecher White makes an alarming discovery on the White House grounds: there is a severed arm buried in the Rose Garden. As he investigates, he realizes it's a message one that may have dire repercussions for the President. Even worse, the message turns Beecher's personal life upside down, pointing him towards the dark truth about his father's death"--
Boom town
When Damaris "Charm" Wilburn, a new daytime dancer, is missing for her shift at Boom Town, former headliner Mihah "Lyriq" Johanssen suspects something more than a "no call, no show." As Lyriq's former headline partner and lover--Felice "Lucky" Carothers--also vanished under similar circumstances, Lyriq decides she's going to find them. Delving deeper into Charm and Lucky's disappearances, Lyriq uncovers a tangled web of deceit, privilege, and power. The line between friend and foe blurs, forcing Lyriq to confront the question: Is finding for these women worth the threat to her own life? This tantalizing thriller will take you on a heart-pounding and page turning journey through the peaks and valleys of Atlanta's underworld
Tread of angels
In the 1883 Colorado mining town of Goetia ruled by the Virtues, the winners of an ancient war against the Fallen, descendants of demonkind living among them, Celeste, a card sharp with a need for justice, takes on the role of devil's advocate to defend her sister Mariel, accused of murdering a Virtue
Machinehood
"Welga Ramirez, executive bodyguard and ex-special forces, is about to retire early when her client is killed in front of her. It's 2095 and people don't usually die from violence. Humanity is entirely dependent on pills that not only help them stay alive, but allow them to compete with artificial intelligence in an increasingly competitive gig economy. Daily doses protect against designer diseases, flow enhances focus, zips and buffs enhance physical strength and speed, and juvers speed the healing process. All that changes when Welga's client is killed by The Machinehood, a new and mysterious terrorist group that has simultaneously attacked several major pill funders. The Machinehood operatives seem to be part human, part machine, something the world has never seen. They issue an ultimatum: stop all pill production in one week. Global panic ensues as pill production slows and many become ill. Thousands destroy their bots in fear of a strong AI takeover. But the US government believes the Machinehood is a cover for an old enemy. One that Welga is uniquely qualified to fight. Welga, determined to take down the Machinehood, is pulled back into intelligence work by the government that betrayed her. But who are the Machinehood and what do they really want? A thrilling and thought-provoking novel that asks: if we won't see machines as human, will we instead see humans as machines?"--
Time of attack
Special Agent Jericho Quinn faces off against an elite group of terrorist assassins and a strange plaque of disease outbreaks
Saint's gate
When Emma Sharpe is summoned to a convent on the Maine coast, it's partly for her art crimes work with the FBI, partly because of her past with the religious order. At issue is a mysterious painting depicting scenes of Irish lore and Viking legends, and her family's connection to the work. But when the nun who contacted her is murdered, it seems legend is becoming deadly reality
The terra-cotta dog
Lilac time
Sweet as honey. "Natalie is through with pining over her ex. If only her efforts to be social again didn't lead to repeated run-ins with an infuriating beekeeper at the local farmer's market. Yet Garrett keeps buzzing around. And as Natalie watches his patience and dedication in tending his hives, she begins to wonder if life has a sweet surprise in store"--
The bones beneath my skin
"In the spring of 1995, Nate Cartwright has lost everything: his parents are dead, his older brother wants nothing to do with him, and he's been fired from his job as a journalist in Washington DC. With nothing left to lose, he returns to his family's summer cabin outside the small mountain town of Roseland, Oregon to try and find some sense of direction. The cabin should be empty. It's not. Inside is a man named Alex. And with him is an extraordinary little girl who calls herself Artemis Darth Vader. Artemis, who isn't exactly as she appears. Soon it becomes clear that Nate must make a choice: let himself drown in the memories of his past, or fight for a future he never thought possible. Because the girl is special. And forces are descending upon them who want nothing more than to control her."--
The snow bride
The page turner
"Emma Page grew up the black sheep in a bookish household, raised to believe that fine literature is the only worthy type of fiction. Her parents, self-proclaimed 'serious' authors who run their own vanity press, The Mighty Pages, mingle in highbrow social circles that look down on anything too popular or mainstream, while her sister, Jess, is a powerful social media influencer whose stylish reviews can make or break a novel. Hiding her own romance manuscript from her disapproving parents, Emma finds inspiration at the family cottage among the 'fluff' they despise: the juicy summer romances that belonged to her late grandmother. But a chance discovery unearthed from her Gigi's belongings reveals a secret that has the power to ruin her parents' business and destroy their reputation in the industry--a secret that has already fallen into the hands of an unscrupulous publishing insider with a grudge to settle. Now Emma must decide--as much as she's dreamed of the day when her parents are forced to confront their own egos, can she really just sit back and watch The Mighty Pages be exposed and their legacy destroyed? From the wealthy enclaves of the Hamptons to the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan, The Page Turner is a delectable glimpse inside the world of publishing, and Viola Shipman's most glittering achievement yet!"--
The memory of the Ogisi
"The epic conclusion to Moses Ose Utomi's critically-acclaimed Forever Desert series, The Memory of the Ogisi shatters every truth, interrogates every lie, and is a story of oppression you'll never forget. Even deserts have a beginning. Even gardens have an end. Even water has a story. The City of a Thousand Stories stands resolute on the edge of the Forever Desert. It is a lush metropolis, where water flows into every mouth that thirsts and knowledge sprouts in every mind that craves it. Yet despite their prosperity, no one can remember how the city began. It is a dire state of affairs: a people who do not learn their past cannot chart their future. Ethike is an Ogisi, one of the City's many historians, who has devoted his life to studying a little-known figure named Osi. He believes Osi to be the key to the city's origins, but his years of research have only raised more questions about Osi's identity. Until, one day, he believes he has found the answer. Spurred by his love for his city and his family, Ethike ventures into the Forever Desert in search of the Lost Tomb of Osi. If he can find it, he will finally be able to prove his worth to the City's Elders and cement Osi's role in history. But history is a story told by the powerful. What Ethike uncovers beneath the sand is a power far beyond anything he could have expected...and it wants vengeance"-- Provided by publisher
When justice comes
"Hez and Savannah Webster have survived storms that would bury others without a love as strong as theirs -- but can they withstand the final battle in the deadly Legare-Willard feud that threatens to sweep away everything they've fought for? Hezekiah "Hez" Webster and his fiancée, Savannah, stand on the brink of a new life, but their dreams are haunted by specters of the past. Just as they're getting ready to adopt her nephew, two other petitioners also file for custody -- both of whom only want Simon for their own gains. Between the financial company that Hez outmaneuvered to save the university from ruin and the bad blood from the head of the Willard family, it's hard to say who wants them out of the way more. Hez and Savannah's quest for justice leads them through a labyrinth of family law, where loyalties are tested and trust is a dangerous luxury when every decision could be their last. With the clock ticking, Hez and Savannah must confront the ghosts of their past and their deepest fears to secure a future for Simon. But with every secret revealed, the stakes grow higher. Can they build the family they've always dreamed of, or will their enemies succeed in tearing them apart forever?" --
The body alone a lyrical articulation of chronic pain
"The Body Alone is a lyrical nonfiction inquiry into the experience, meaning, and articulation of pain. It is a hybrid account incorporating research, scholarship, and memoir to examine pain through the lenses of medicine, theology, and philosophy. Broken bodies tell broken stories. This is why the pain experience is portrayed through an engaging but tangled, cyclical narrative of primers, vocabulary lessons, prescription records, and hypothesized internal monologues. The Body Alone is fractured not for the sake of experimentation but because the story itself demands it. A personal account of a societal problem, The Body Alone will appeal to readers who experience or are impacted by chronic illness. Like the author, the majority of the 51 million Americans who suffer chronic pain identify as women and are young or middle-aged. Research reveals the uncomfortable truth that medicine continues to be a gendered institution where 70% of chronic pain patients are women but 80% of pain studies are conducted on men or male mice. This is one of the many disparities that leave women systemically underdiagnosed, misdiagnosed, and even gaslighted on account of inequitable access to research funding, clinical trials, and effective medications. Pain is more than personal; it is a political issue prime for reformation. In both form and content, The Body Alone represents boundary-pressing work that subverts the traditional narrative by putting pressure on the medical, cultural, and political systems that impact women's access to fair and equal healthcare. The Body Alone is more than an illness narrative. It is a battle cry demanding change"--
The premonition : a pandemic story
"For those who could read between the lines, the censored news out of China was terrifying. But the president insisted there was nothing to worry about. Fortunately, we are still a nation of skeptics. Fortunately, there are those among us who study pandemics and are willing to look unflinchingly at worst-case scenarios. Michael Lewis's taut and brilliant nonfiction thriller pits a band of medical visionaries against the wall of ignorance that was the official response of the Trump administration to the outbreak of COVID-19. The characters you will meet in these pages are as fascinating as they are unexpected. A thirteen-year-old girl's science project on transmission of an airborne pathogen develops into a very grown-up model of disease control. A local public-health officer uses her worm's-eye view to see what the CDC misses, and reveals great truths about American society. A secret team of dissenting doctors, nicknamed the Wolverines, has everything necessary to fight the pandemic: brilliant backgrounds, world-class labs, prior experience with the pandemic scares of bird flu and swine flu...everything, that is, except official permission to implement their work. Michael Lewis is not shy about calling these people heroes for their refusal to follow directives that they know to be based on misinformation and bad science. Even the internet, as crucial as it is to their exchange of ideas, poses a risk to them. They never know for sure who else might be listening in"--
The backyard bird chronicles
"In 2016, author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds flocking to the feeders in her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater--an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired. Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time--from before the pandemic to the days of quarantine--through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world"--
The everything creative writing book all you need to craft well-written and marketable stories, screenplays, blogs, and more
501 reading comprehension questions
Having trouble with reading comprehension questions on tests? Learn how to develop better reading strategies, understand what you need to do to read better and faster, and learn the joys of reading for pleasure
A house of my own : stories from my life
"From the beloved author of The House on Mango Street: a richly illustrated compilation of true stories and nonfiction pieces that, taken together, form a jigsaw autobiography: an intimate album of a literary legend's life and career. From the Chicago neighborhoods where she grew up and set her groundbreaking The House on Mango Street to her abode in Mexico, in a region where "my ancestors lived for centuries," the places Sandra Cisneros has lived have provided inspiration for her now-classic works of fiction and poetry. But a house of her own, where she could truly take root, has eluded her. With this collection--spanning nearly three decades, and including never-before-published work--Cisneros has come home at last. Ranging from the private (her parents' loving and tempestuous marriage) to the political (a rallying cry for one woman's liberty in Sarajevo) to the literary (a tribute to Marguerite Duras), and written with her trademark sensitivity and honesty, these poignant, unforgettable pieces give us not only her most transformative memories but also a revelation of her artistic and intellectual influences. Here is an exuberant, deeply moving celebration of a life in writing lived to the fullest--an important milestone in a storied career"--
The blood in winter England on the brink of civil war, 1642
"In 1641, England exits a plague-ridden and politically unstable summer having reached a semblance of peace: the English and Scottish armies have disbanded, legislation has passed to ensure Parliament will continue to sit and the people are tentatively optimistic. But King Charles I is not satisfied with peace -- he wants revenge. So begins England's winter of discontent. As revolutionary sects of London begin to generate new ideas about democracy, as radical new religious groups seek power and as Ireland explodes into revolt, Charles hatches a plan to restore his absolute rule. On January 4, 1642, he marches on Westminster, seeking to arrest and impeach five Members of Parliament--and so sets in motion a series of events that will lead to bloodshed and war, changing a nation forever. 'The Blood in Winter' tells this story: that of an English people's great political awakening"--Book jacket flap
Nero & Paul how the gospel of grace defeated the ruler of Rome
"Does gaining power, possessions, and popularity lead to happiness and fulfillment? Or does inner transformation and self-sacrificial love bring the most joy and satisfaction? New York Times bestselling author Kathie Lee Gifford and scholar Bryan Litfin dive into these questions by bringing the stories of Nero and Paul to life in this creative nonfiction tale and identifying how these moral questions can be applied to modern Christian life."--Amazon
Bonfire of the Murdochs how the epic fight to control the last great media dynasty broke a family--and the world
A narrative nonfiction account of the succession struggle within the Murdoch family and the leadership of their global media enterprises. Drawing on numerous interviews and source material, the book examines decisions by Rupert Murdoch regarding the disposition of his media holdings and the ensuing disputes among his children over control of the family's business interests. Coverage includes developments in media ownership, family dynamics, legal contests, and corporate governance within major news organizations
The mother next door medicine, deception, and Munchausen by proxy
"A groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction that investigates Munchausen by Proxy from the host and creator of the award-winning true crime podcast Nobody Should Believe Me. "I devoured this chilling yet critically important book in 48 hours, unable to believe what I was reading. Dunlop and Weber have written a powerful, unflinching deep dive into our country's systemic failure to protect children from medical abuse." -Stephanie Wrobel, bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold No bond is more sacred than that between a mother and child. And no one is more sympathetic than a mother whose child faces a life-threatening illness. But what if the mother is the cause of the illness? What if the sympathy is the point? Munchausen by proxy (MBP) has fascinated and horrified both professionals and the general public since this disturbing form of child abuse was first identified. But even as the public has been captivated by these tales of abuse and deception, there remains widespread misinformation and confusion about MBP. Are these mothers unfeeling psychopaths, or sick women who need help? And more important, how can we protect the children whose lives are at stake? The Mother Next Door offers a groundbreaking look at MBP from an unlikely duo: a Seattle novelist whose own family was torn apart by it, and the Texas detective who has worked on more medical child abuse cases than anyone in the nation. Readers ride along on three high-stakes MPB investigations; through riveting reporting and shocking stories from the family members, friends, and doctors caught in the blast zone of these unthinkable acts, a twisted portrait of motherhood and deceit is revealed. With help from some of the top MBP experts in the world, Dunlop and Weber uncover the complex maze of psychological, systemic, and cultural issues that compound MBP and offer solutions for how we might find our way out"--
Five days at Memorial : life and death in a storm-ravaged hospital
Here the author, a physician and reporter, provides a landmark investigation of patient deaths at a New Orleans hospital ravaged by Hurricane Katrina, and a suspenseful portrayal of the quest for truth and justice. She reconstructs 5 days at Memorial Medical Center and draws the reader into the lives of those who struggled mightily to survive and to maintain life amid chaos. After Katrina struck and the floodwaters rose, the power failed, and the heat climbed, exhausted caregivers chose to designate certain patients last for rescue. Months later, several health professionals faced criminal allegations that they deliberately injected numerous patients with drugs to hasten their deaths. She unspools the mystery of what happened in those days, of a hospital fighting for its life and into a conversation about the most terrifying form of health care rationing. In this book, she exposes the hidden dilemmas of end-of-life care and reveals just how ill-prepared we are in America for the impact of large-scale disasters, and how we can do better
Winter the story of a season
"In this radiant work of creative nonfiction, internationally beloved novelist Val McDermid delivers a dazzling ode to a lost world, ruminating on a single winter in her life as she journeys into the heart of the season's ever-evolving community-based traditions. In Winter, McDermid takes us on an adventure through the season, from the frosty streets of Edinburgh to the windblown Scottish coast, from Bonfire Night and Christmas to Burns Night and Up Helly Aa. Recalling in parallel memories from her own childhood-of skating over frozen lakes and carving a "neep" (rutabaga) for Halloween to being taken to see her first real Christmas tree in the town square-McDermid offers a wise and enchanting meditation on winter and its ever-changing, sometimes ephemeral, traditions. A hygge-filled journey through winter nights, McDermid reminds us that it is a time of rest, retreat and creativity, for scribbling in notebooks and settling in beside the fire. A treat for the hunkering-down, post-holiday reading season, Winter is a charming and cozy celebration of the year's idle months from one of Scotland's best-loved writers"-- Provided by publisher
The powerful primate how controlling energy enabled us to build civilization
Explores the role of physical power, engineering skill, and energy use in human evolution and technological development. Roland Ennos traces how humans have harnessed successive energy sources--from wood and animal labor to water, wind, fossil fuels, and nuclear power--and how these advances contributed to agriculture, industry, and modern civilization. Blending insights from anthropology, biomechanics, engineering, and environmental history, the book examines both the achievements and the environmental consequences of humanity's expanding ability to manipulate physical forces. It also considers how the same engineering capabilities that shaped human progress may inform efforts toward a more sustainable future
Ghost dogs on killers and kin
"During childhood summers in Louisiana, Andre Dubus III's grandfather taught him that men's work is hard. As an adult, whether tracking down a drug lord in Mexico as a bounty hunter or grappling with privilege while living with a rich girlfriend in New York City, Dubus worked--at being a better worker and a better human being. In Ghost Dogs, Dubus's nonfiction prowess is on full display in his retelling of his own successes, failures, triumphs, and pain. In his longest essay, "If I Owned a Gun," Dubus reflects on the empowerment and shame he felt in keeping a gun, and his decision, ultimately, to give it up. Elsewhere, he writes of a violent youth and of settled domesticity and fatherhood, about the omnipresent expectations and contradictions of masculinity, about the things writers remember and those they forget. Drawing upon kindred literary spirits from Rilke to Rumi to Tim O'Brien, Ghost Dogs renders moments of personal revelation with emotional generosity and stylistic grace, ultimately standing as essential witness and testimony to the art of the essay" --
Cave Mountain a disappearance and a reckoning in the Ozarks
In 2001, a six-year-old girl disappeared on Cave Mountain in the Arkansas Ozarks, prompting one of the largest search-and-rescue efforts in the state's history. After she was found, her account of encountering an "imaginary friend" in the woods raised unsettling questions. More than two decades earlier, another young girl vanished in the same wilderness under circumstances involving a religious group, allegations of manipulation, violence, and apocalyptic beliefs. Blending investigative reporting with elements of memoir and regional history, Cave Mountain examines the connections between the two cases while exploring themes of faith and skepticism, memory, survival, and the cultural landscape of northern Arkansas
Bookplate special
Bookstore owner Tricia Miles has put up with her uninvited college roommate for weeks. In return, Pammy has stolen $100. But the day she's kicked out, Pammy is found dead in a Dumpster, leaving loads of questions unanswered
Ripe for vengeance
"It's late spring in Winsome, and Washington Acres is alive with the sights and sounds of farm life. The flowers are blossoming, the vegetable gardens are thriving, the pollinators are buzzing, and the Pennsylvania countryside has fully awakened from its deep winter slumber. Only this season, rebirth comes with a price. College friends of Megan's beau, the handsome veterinarian Dr. Denver Finn, are in Winsome for a corporate volunteer event. They will be mentoring troubled kids from a nearby school during a hiking and camping trip. When one of Dr. Finn's friends is murdered at the state park, a student--a boy with a brutal history--becomes the prime suspect. With a teen's life at stake, Megan digs into the victim's past to clear the boy's name. She learns that the victim sowed conflict wherever he went. As Megan worms her way closer to the truth, she realizes her own life is at stake, as well as the lives of those she loves"--
Grief works stories of life, death, and surviving
Death is the last taboo in our society, and grief is still profoundly misunderstood. So many of us feel awkward and uncertain around death, and shy away from talking honestly with family and friends. Grief Works is a compassionate guide that will inform and engage anyone who is grieving, from the "expected" death of a parent to the sudden unexpected death of a small child, and provide clear advice for those seeking to comfort the bereaved. With deeply moving case studies of real people's stories of loss, and brilliantly accessible and practical advice, Grief Works will be passed down through generations as the definitive guide for anyone who has lost a loved one, and revolutionize the way we talk about life, loss and death.--Amazon.com
The navigator a novel from the Numa files
On what grounds
The diva digs up the dirt
Determined not to be a garden-variety diva, Sophie Winston's neighbor Natasha cultivates a plan to shine on television - using Sophie's backyard. As the cast and crew of the makeover show Tear It Up with Troy bulldoze through her backyard - and vacation - Sophie retreats to her perennial boyfriend Wolf's to replace a dead rosebush. But her tender deed goes awry when she digs up a purse belonging to Wolf's missing wife. As speculations sprout, Wolf bolts, and then a body crops up in the garden. Is Wolf's thorny past raising a dead head?
Apple cider slaying
"Blossom Valley, West Virginia, is home to Smythe Orchards, Winnie and her Granny's beloved twenty-five-acre farm and family business. But any way you slice it, it's struggling. That's why they're trying to drum up business with the "First Annual Christmas at the Orchard," a good old-fashioned holiday festival with enough delicious draw to satisfy apple-picking locals and cider-loving tourists alike-until the whole endeavor takes a sour turn when the body of Nadine Cooper, Granny's long-time, grudge-holding nemesis, is found lodged in the apple press. Now, with Granny the number one suspect, Winnie is hard-pressed to prove her innocence before the real killer delivers another murder "--
Memory power you can develop a great memory--America's grand master shows you how
Dear Life stories
Black moonlight a Marjorie Mcclelland mystery
Murder cuts the mustard
"In the lean years following World War I, brash American adventuress Beryl Helliwell and prim and proper Brit Edwina Davenport form a private inquiry agency to make ends meet, hoping that crime does indeed pay . . . The latest occurrence to disturb the peace in the quaint English village of Walmsley Parva hits rather too close to home-in fact, the prime suspect has taken up residence in Edwina's potting shed. Her elderly gardener Simpkins has been secretly sleeping there after a row with his disreputable brother-in-law and housemate, Hector Lomax. When Hector is found murdered in the local churchyard, Constable Gibbs comes looking for Simpkins, who was last seen arguing with his kin in the pub the night before. Based on the sad state of her garden, Edwina has grave doubts that the shiftless Simpkins could muster the effort to murder anyone. The two sleuths throw themselves into weeding out suspects and rooting out the real killer. But this is no garden variety murder. The discovery of a valuable ring, a surprise connection to Colonel Kimberly's Condiment Company, and a second homicide all force Beryl and Edwina to play catch-up as they relish the chance to contain the culprit . "--
Poseidon's arrow
File M for murder
When Connor Lawton, Athena College's new writer-in-residence--and his daughter Laura's ex-flame--is found murdered, good-natured librarian Charlie Harris and his intrepid feline Diesel must prove Laura's innocence by following Connor's cluttered trail of angry lovers
Frontier America
"Two of the Johnstones' most legendary heroes-the rugged mountain man known as Preacher and the Scottish clan rancher Jamie Ian MacCallister, here together for the first time-are forced to choose sides in a blood-soaked battle for the heart and soul of a nation divided ... As the father of a young Crow tribesman, Preacher would like nothing more than to see the long-time natives and newly arrived settlers live together in peace. Then the killing starts ... As a family man and frontiersman, Jamie Ian MacCallister is more than happy to help the officers at Fort Kearny negotiate a peace treaty with the Crow nation. Until it all goes to hell ... This is not the American dream they were looking for. This is a nightmare. A brutal, blood-drenched frontier war that two heroic men must fight and win-or one struggling nation will never come together. For liberty and justice for all "--
A night to surrender
The Best of Alexa Verde's Romantic Suspense
Get swept away into a world of love and danger! Alexa Verde asked her readers to choose their favorite books from her four most popular series, and this collection is the result! After celebrating ten years in publishing, she hopes you'll enjoy this 8-book set of heartwarming romance and nail-biting suspense that will keep you turning pages. Second chances, amnesia, kidnappings, best friends, cold cases, a serial killer, a bodyguard, mistaken identity, dangerous secrets--this set has it all (though not all at once)!Book 1: Seaside Cowboy's Second Chance A woman with broken dreams and promises. A cowboy with a broken--by her--heart. A stray dog with a possibly broken paw. And everyone with a dangerous secret. Even the dog.Book 2: Seaside Cowboy's Best Friend A strict, career-minded lawyer, an easygoing flirtatious cowboy, a mysterious disappearance, and a mischievous puppy… Can childhood friends with opposing personalities become more?Book 3: No Mistaken Identity for a Cowboy A quirky woman with secrets, a military hero helping her search for her birth parents, and a case of mistaken identity…Book 4: No Second Chance for a Cowboy A woman with amnesia and a once grumpy cowboy she doesn't remember breaking up with. When he becomes her self-appointed bodyguard, can they have a second chance at love?Book 5: Color of DangerWhen a small-town business owner becomes the target of a killer, she encounters an unusual ally who has his own secret agenda. Will they find love amid danger?Book 6: Whisper of Danger A second chance at love for a school counsellor hiding a shameful secret, or her last chance to survive?Book 7: Show Me my Brother's Best Friend A woman in jeopardy and her brother's best friend she'd once crushed on meet again before Christmas… When the past comes knocking on her door, will she choose love or closure?Book 8: Show Me a Family for ChristmasA brokenhearted widower with a sad daughter. A secret bodyguard working as a nanny. Can they become an unlikely family this Christmas?
Allsorts
Discover a rich variety of stories in this captivating collection - some based on fact, others purely imagined - all reflecting the quirks and depths of human nature. Written by members of four different writing groups and set in a range of distinctive locations, these pieces have been gathered over several years by Leigh Leslie, the only author to have belonged to all four. Spanning a wide range of themes, with several stories beautifully illustrated by Janet Holden, this collection promises something to surprise, move, or delight every reader. Leigh lives in the South Island of New Zealand but still calls Australia home, even though she left when she was twelve. Educated in Australia, Africa, Europe and New Zealand she has seen a lot of the world.No matter where in the world Leigh was living, she has always been surrounded by books. As a child, when she was not being read to, she would be an avid listener to the tales that either her maternal grandmother or her father would weave.Leigh never considered writing until she was encouraged to attend a U3A Creative Writing course in the 1980s. She has been writing ever since. Now, after many years of traveling, teaching and working in a school library, among other careers, she is ready to share her writing with the public.Leigh writes under several names -Leigh Leslie, Nolan Mackenzie (Thriller, Mystery); Jacklyn Harris (Romance). Leigh has two adult children, who are also voracious readers and write when they can find the time
The cat who went bananas
Dropped dead
Bodies are dropping in on newly-minted private detective Jett Jorgensen in Dropped Dead, a murder mystery from S.L. Menear. -Banyan Isle, Florida, Present Day- Having just opened her new Valkyrie Private Detective Agency, Jett Jorgensen is eager for new clients but doesn't anticipate the bodies being dropped on her estate-dead men with their feet in concrete buckets. While possessing a dark secret that could kill everyone around her, Mona Wang moves in to assist Jett with her new Valkyrie Private Detective Agency. When five king cobras are found on her estate, followed by body drops, a late-night assault, and the kidnapping of Sophia the dog nanny, Jett calls in ex-SEALS. But when Jett is kidnapped, she may be the next one dropped dead. Publisher's Note: Dropped Dead is the second in a series of suspenseful mysteries with a baffling series of crimes that lead three female sleuths to surprising discoveries and shocking resolutions. Readers who enjoy clean and wholesome entertainment with a touch of humor, romance, and paranormal will not want to miss this exciting series. "S.L. Menear knows how to write an entertaining and fun mystery. She's definitely hit her stride with DROPPED DEAD, second in her Jettine Jorgensen series, that offers more than the usual number of victims, quirky characters, and a plot that will keep you guessing until the end. Add in attractive men and women anxious to get together, and this book will keep you smiling well past your usual bedtime." ̃Ray Flynt, author of Brad Frame mysteries "Who needs Charlie's Angels when you can have Jettine Jorgensen and her ladies? A retired Naval Intelligence officer, Jett is busy remodeling the family estate while preparing for a new career as a private investigator. She's gathered a group of women as beautiful as they are deadly to help her in this enterprise. And then an unexpected visitor "drops" in...a corpse with feet in a bucket of concrete tossed onto her property from a passing airplane. Worse, Jett knows the man, as well as the subsequent victims that keep falling from the sky.With non-stop action moving from South Florida to Alaska, S.L. Menear delivers an exciting mystery filled with gorgeous women, handsome men, and a killer who will stop at nothing for vengeance.S. L. Menear's Dropped Dead is a barrel roll of a read that will keep you breathless and guessing to the end." ̃Diane A.S. Stuckart, NYT Bestselling Author The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Series Dead Silent Dropped Dead Dead Ends
Time out of mind
The Prime Time series continues with a multi-generational family mystery! Women's fiction at its best! When two young people from opposite sides of the Atlantic meet accidentally in England's Lake District, Anna Mason finds another piece of the family puzzle she has been seeking. This story highlights the problems of today's families where four generations compete for time and space
Betrayal in time
February 1816: A race through the icy, twisting cobblestone streets of London ends inside an abandoned church-and a horrific discovery. Bow Street Runner Sam Kelly is called to investigate the grisly murder of Sir Giles Holbrooke, who was left naked and garroted, with his tongue cut out. Yet as perplexing as that crime is, it becomes even stranger when symbols that resemble crosses mysteriously begin to appear across the dead man's flesh during autopsy. Is it a message from the killer? Sam turns to the one person in the kingdom who he believes can answer that question and solve the bizarre murder-the Duke of Aldridge's odd but brilliant ward, Kendra Donovan. While Kendra has been trying to adapt to her new life in the early nineteenth century, she is eager to use her skills as a twenty-first century FBI agent again. And she will need all her investigative prowess, because Sir Giles was not an average citizen. He was one of England's most clever spymasters, whose life had been filled with intrigue and subterfuge
Afera śródziemnomorska
Powietrzne starcie dwóch zuchwalców, którzy mogą zachwiać światowym porządkiem. Nad amerykańską bazę wojskową na greckiej wyspie nadlatuje myśliwiec z czasów II wojny światowej i dokonuje niespodziewanego ataku. Okoliczności zdarzenia bada Dirk Pitt z agencji NUMA. Według jego ustaleń sprawcą jest bogaty i wpływowy przemysłowiec, który prowadzi nielegalne operacje na Morzu Śródziemnym. A atak lotniczy do dopiero preludium do zamachów, które mogą zagrozić międzynarodowemu bezpieczeństwu. Czy zuchwały agent znajdzie sposób, by powstrzymać zamachowców? Druga powieść z serii o Dirku Pittcie to pozycja obowiązkowa dla miłośników Indiany Jonesa i Jamesa Bonda
Clouds of witness
As Lord Peter Wimsey enjoys his time in Corsica, he's brought back to reality when all of the headlines claim that his brother, Gerald, has been arrested for murder. Gerald, who had been on a hunting trip at the family's estate in Yorkshire with his brother-in-law, had gotten into a fight with the man about his sordid past. Hours later, the man is dead, and Gerald is the main suspect. As Gerald maintains his innocence, it's up to Wimsey to figure out who the actual killer is and save his brother!
The Adventures of Nuno : Quest for the Rainbow Pearl
This enchanting story unfolds in the depths of the ocean, where a small, vibrant fish named Nuno lives. Her shimmering scales catch the light, reflecting her adventurous spirit. Since childhood, Nuno has been captivated by her mother's tales of deep-sea mysteries and hidden treasures, sparking a burning desire to explore the unknown.Determined to uncover a legendary cave rumored to hold a priceless treasure, Nuno embarks on a daring journey. Along the way, she encounters wise sea creatures who guide her through the challenges that lie ahead. Nuno learns valuable lessons about courage, teamwork, and the importance of preparation, all of which help her on her quest to find the mysterious Rainbow Pearl.This inspiring story is a testament to perseverance and the power of curiosity. It highlights the importance of listening to friends' advice and using wisdom to navigate through life's challenges. In the end, Nuno returns to her village with newfound wisdom and treasures, becoming a symbol of bravery and exploration, inspiring others to pursue their dreams and explore the unknown
The murder of Harriet Krohn
"Available for the first time in English, the seventh entry in the beloved Inspector Sejer series from Norway's Queen of Crime, Karin Fossum. On a wet, gray night in early November, Charlo Torp, a former gambler who's only recently kicked the habit, makes his way through the slush to Harriet Krohn's apartment, flowers in hand. Certain that paying off his debt is the only path to starting a new life and winning his daughter's forgiveness, Charlo plans to rob the wealthy old woman's antique silver collection. What he doesn't expect is for her to put up a fight. The following morning Harriet is found dead, her antique silver missing, and the only clue Inspector Sejer and his team find in the apartment is an abandoned bouquet. Charlo should feel relieved, but he's heard of Sejer's amazing record -- the detective has solved every case he's ever been assigned to. Told through the eyes of a killer, The Murder of Harriet Krohn poses the question: how far would you go to turn your life around, and could you live with yourself afterward?"--
The high place
In love with a radical leader, an expatriate must decide whether to put the world before his heart Thirty miles from the Mediterranean coast, in the lush Syrian heartland, there is a compound known as Kasr-el-Sittat-the Fortress of Holy Women. Built by a deranged cult leader to house his many wives, it was abandoned when the Second World War brought the cult to its knees. Now it has been purchased by a group of European exiles: displaced people whose revenge on the world will come in the shape of a mushroom cloud. ¡ When life in postwar Britain proves unbearable, Eric Amberson returns to Syria, where he spent the war shuffling papers for the British army. There he meets one of the women of Kasr-el-Sittat and falls quickly in love. Elisa Cantemir is a rare beauty, but Eric will find that beneath her elegant exterior is an anarchist who wants nothing more than to plunge the world back into the hell of war
A Study in Terror
Ellery Queen and Sherlock Holmes match wits to reveal the identity of history's most infamous killerEllery Queen and Sherlock Holmes are the undisputed masters of analytical deduction-their talents and methods strikingly, almost uncannily, alike. Through the strange interlocking of events past and present, the two celebrated detectives meet to focus their razor-sharp intellects-and their brilliant powers of observation-on the mystery of … Jack the Ripper.History's most depraved murderer, Jack the Ripper's victims were the whores of Whitechapel. Lurking in narrow, fog-shrouded alleys, he crept forth night after night to murder-and mutilate. Eluding Scotland Yard's most heroic efforts to track him down, the Ripper continued to satisfy his unnatural appetites, unrestrained-and unidentified! Can Queen and Holmes unmask the notorious killer?Uniquely imaginative, A Study in Terror is a masterpiece of mystery and suspense
The Timeless Collective
"The Timeless Collective" is an enchanting tale of an extraordinary group of immortal beings known as the Timeless Collective. Bound together by a unique genetic code, they face a profound decision when they discover a mysterious drug that could end their immortal lives. As they gather to deliberate their fate, they delve into their pasts, confront their desires and fears, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Their choices shape their destinies and lead them to embrace their dual natures, becoming Guardians of Avalora-mysterious protectors who offer their wisdom and powers to humanity when needed. It is a captivating story of love, redemption, and the enduring essence of life itself
La Chica Desolada
La agente del FBI Ella Dark ha estudiado a los asesinos en serie desde el momento en el que aprendió a leer, destrozada por el asesinato de su padre, y ha adquirido un conocimiento enciclopédico de los asesinos. Pero un nuevo asesino ataca, avisando a sus víctimas con antelación en un perverso juego, y Ella se enfrenta a la carrera de su vida para salvar a la próxima antes de que sea demasiado Una obra maestra del suspense y el misterio." -Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (en referencia a UNA VEZ DESAPARECIDO) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LA CHICA DESOLADA (Una novela de suspense del FBI de Ella Dark) es el libro #16 de una nueva serie muy esperada del autor #1 en ventas y autor más vendido de USA Today Blake Pierce, cuyo libro superventas UNA VEZ DESAPARECIDO (una descarga gratuita) ha recibido más de 1.000 reseñas de cinco estrellas. A la agente del FBI Ella Dark, de 29 años, se le presenta una gran oportunidad para conseguir el sueño de su vida: unirse a la Unidad de Delitos Conductuales. La obsesión oculta de Ella por adquirir un conocimiento enciclopédico de los asesinos en serie la ha llevado a destacar por su mente brillante y a ser invitada a jugar en la liga de primera división. Pero esta vez Ella se encuentra en una persecución del gato y el ratón sin salida, y debe preguntarse si ella es la o la cazada. La serie de ELLA DARK es un apasionante thriller policíaco -protagonizado por una brillante y atormentada agente del FBI- lleno de suspense, giros, revelaciones y con un ritmo trepidante, que te tendrá pasando páginas hasta bien entrada la noche. Los siguientes libros de la serie también están disponibles. "¡Una novela de suspense que te mantendrá en vilo de una nueva serie que no podrás dejar de leer! ...Muchas vueltas, giros y pistas Estoy impaciente por ver qué sucede a continuación." - Reseña de un lector (Su último deseo) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Una historia fuerte y compleja sobre dos agentes del FBI que intentan detener a un asesino en serie. Si buscas un autor que capte tu atención y te tenga haciendo suposiciones, a la vez que intentas atar cabos, ¡Pierce es tu autor!" -Reseña de un lector (Su último deseo) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Una típica novela de suspense de Blake Pierce, con vueltas y giros como en una montaña rusa. ¡Te tendrá pasando páginas hasta la última frase del último capítulo!!!" - Reseña de un lector (La ciudad de las presas) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Desde el principio nos encontramos con un protagonista nada común, jamás visto en este género. La acción no se Una novela muy evocadora que te tendrá pasando páginas hasta bien entrada la madrugada." - Reseña de un lector (La ciudad de las presas) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Todo lo que busco en un tiene un gran argumento, personajes interesantes y capta tu atención de inmediato. El libro avanza a un ritmo vertiginoso y continua así hasta el final. ¡Ahora voy a por el segundo libro!" - Reseña de un lector (La chica sola) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Un libro de infarto y fascinante, que te mantendrá en ¡un imprescindible para los lectores de novelas de misterio y suspense!" - Reseña de un lector (La chica sola) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
In search of murder
Inspector Alvarez is rudely awakened from his afternoon siesta by a phone call reporting the death of one Senor Picare. On arrival at the Picare villa, it seems his grieving widow is passed out in bed and the housekeeper, Rosalía, is the one dealing with the police and comforting the young maid, Marta, who is devastated by the death of her employer. It soon becomes clear that Senor Picare may have promised Marta - and other young women - more than he should have done and there could be a fair number of disgruntled husbands or fathers around who had a reason to want him gone. Alvarez's investigation, as always, is full of the vivid colour of Mallorcan life and passion, and despite Superior Chief Salas' instructions, he doggedly follows his own - often unconventional - path until he finds out the truth . .
Becoming Rain
The genius of flowers what life's most beautiful creations can teach us
"Flower historian Jill Brooke ... shows that flowers are far more than decoration: they are quiet co-hosts and builders of human civilization. When much of the world remained illiterate into the early 20th century, flowers became a shared language--shaping traditions and rituals, serving as ambassadors for peace, cheering love, and comforting loss. History's most fascinating characters used flowers as tools of persuasion and ambition--while, in the most literal ways, flowers have sustained us through food, the oxygen we breathe, and essential medicines ranging from aspirin to cancer treatments. Neuroscientists report that the sight of flowers lights up the brain's reward centers much like music or laughter. In short, they don't just decorate our world--they rewire it. When we surround ourselves with their beauty, in art, decor, and fashion, says Brooke, we also strengthen the neural pathways that make joy and calm more accessible"--Page 4 of cover
The Greek's wife returns
"Their reunion was for show...will he reclaim her for real? Heiress Carmel Davenport hasn't seen Damian Kalymnios since their whirlwind marriage imploded as explosively as it began. Now, the reformed wild child needs a fresh start. Which means facing her Greek husband, to demand the divorce he refused her years earlier... Damian will grant Carmel's request... if they can call a temporary truce for his ailing grandmother's sake. Only the ruse forces him to admit there's more to his ever-tempting wife than she's allowed him to see...leaving Damian questioning whether to sign the papers - or set them alight!"--Provided by publisher
The charm offensive
"Ever since he was a kid, Dev Deshpande has believed in fairy tales, and he has spent his career crafting them for the reality dating show Ever After. As the most successful producer in the franchise's history, Dev always scripts the perfect love story for his contestants, even as his own love life crashes and burns off-screen. That is, until the show casts disgraced tech wunderkind Charlie Winshaw as its star. Charlie is far from the romantic Prince Charming he's playing on TV. He doesn't believe in love (at least not for himself), and his publicist only agreed to the show as a last-ditch effort to rehabilitate his image. In front of the cameras, he's a stiff, anxious mess with no idea how to date thirty women on national television. Behind the scenes, he's cold, awkward, and emotionally closed-off. Only Dev can save the season--and possibly the entire show--by coaching Charlie through every scene. Dev always gets a happy ending, and he knows he can find a way to help Charlie find his. Yet the more Dev fights to get Charlie to open up to the contestants, the more they begin to open up to each other, and it soons becomes clear Charlie has better chemistry with Dev than with any of his female co-stars. Travelling to romantic locations around the world, they begin to suspect they could both find their happily ever after if they're willing to let go of their ideas about whose love story gets told"--
I peli ptit︠s︡y...
Set in France before and during World War I, this is the story of a young Englishman who is impelled through a series of extreme experiences, including a traumatic love affair which tears apart the bourgeois French family with whom he live
Sweeter than ever the Sullivans honeymoon novella Smith and Valentina Sullivan
Smith Sullivan has married Valentina Landon and now, Smith and Valentina Sullivan begin their life together with a seven-day honeymoon
The best man
"Faith Holland left her hometown after being jilted at the altar. Now a little older and wiser, she's ready to return to the Blue Heron Winery, her family's vineyard, to confront the ghosts of her past. ... Like Levi Cooper, the local police chief--and best friend of her former fiancé. There's a lot about Levi that Faith never noticed, and it's not just those deep green eyes. The only catch is she's having a hard time forgetting that he helped ruin her wedding all those years ago. If she can find a minute amidst all her family drama to stop and smell the rosé, she just might find a reason to stay at Blue Heron, and finish that walk down the aisle"--P. [4] of cover
A family on his doorstep
"Unwed, unemployed and pregnant, Rebecca Young is in desperate need of a job. But finding work seems impossible. So when her late ex-boyfriend's cousin Walker Greystone offers her room and board, and help getting a part-time job at the library he's renovating in Eden, Texas, she eagerly accepts. But as they work together on a project that could change both of their lives, their feelings for one another deepen. Can Rebecca and Walker overcome their scars from the past and embrace the possibility of a happily-ever-after together?" -- Back cover
The boy with the star tattoo
"1942: As the Vichy government hunts for Jews across France, Claudette Pelletier, a young and talented seamstress and lover of romance novels, falls in love with a Jewish man who seeks shelter at the château where she works. Their whirlwind and desperate romance before he must flee leaves her pregnant and terrified. When the Nazis invade the Free Zone shortly after the birth of her child, the disabled Claudette is forced to make a heartbreaking choice and escapes to Spain, leaving her baby in the care of his nursemaid. By the time Claudette is able to return years later, her son has disappeared. Unbeknown to his anguished mother, the boy has been rescued by a Youth Aliyah agent searching for Jewish orphans. 1968: When Israeli naval officer Daniel Yarden recruits Sharon Bloomenthal for a secret naval operation in Cherbourg, France, he can't imagine that he is the target of the agenda of the twenty-year-old grieving the recent loss of her fiancé in a drowned submarine. Sharon suspects that Danny's past in Youth Aliyah may reflect that of her mysterious late mother and she sets out to track her boss's extraordinary journey as an orphan in a quaint French village all the way to Israel. As Danny focuses on the future of his people and on executing a daring, crucial operation under France's radar, he is unaware that the obsessed Sharon follows the breadcrumbs of clues across the country to find her answers. But she is wholly unprepared for the dilemma she must face upon solving the puzzle"--
With this ring? a novella collection of proposals gone awry
"Love isn't always a fairy tale, and it doesn't always go as planned. Sometimes the best stories, though, are the ones that are the most unexpected. Join Karen Witemeyer, Mary Connealy, Regina Jennings, and Melissa Jagears for novellas that celebrate the power of love to triumph...even when circumstances go awry!"--Back cover
Dare to be brazen
Monsieur Nicolas Alexandre Demarteau comes to England hoping to see his half-brother Louis César de Montluc, Comte de Villen marry Lady Elizabeth Adolphus, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Bedwin, but Lady Elizabeth, recovering from a near fatal accident, is determined to do what she likes, including pursue the man of her dreams--Nicolas himself
A secret worth protecting
"One season. Two darling girls. And a past he thought he lost forever. Being in witness protection with twin little girls is the least of Sam Cooper's problems. Right now, he desperately needs a nanny. But he's stunned when the candidate who shows up on his doorstep is Ansley Tait, the girl he once loved and left brokenhearted. Sam knows Ansley is everything the sweet-and adorably energetic-twins need. But protecting his family has to come first. Because one tiny slip about his true identity could mean disaster. Another move. Another town. And most of all, walking away from the only woman he's ever truly loved"--Page 4 of cover
No ocean too wide
"In this historical adventure for fans of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, the three youngest McAllister children are taken to Canada as British Home Children without their mother's knowledge or permission. The oldest McAllister sibling follows them across the Atlantic to search for them and bring them home. When Laura McAllister, a young lady's maid, learns her three siblings have been taken from their mother and emigrated to Canada without her mother's knowledge, Laura determines to search for them and reunite the family. But lack of funds and resistance from authorities push her to use a false name and take a position with a child emigration society to gain passage to Canada. Andrew Frasier, a wealthy young lawyer, is surprised to see his mother's former lady's maid on board ship escorting a group of child immigrants, especially when she uses a different name. Laura eventually convinces Andrew to help her search for her siblings and uncover the truth about the treatment of British Home Children. Romantic feelings grow between this unlikely couple, and though they have different backgrounds, they share a growing faith and desire to seek justice and relief for the children who are mistreated"--
Marry in scarlet
The princess trap
"A charming standalone royal fake dating romance by bestselling author and TikTok favorite Talia Hibbert. Cherry Neita is done with men-until one irresistible night with a sexy stranger shatters her dry spell and her peace of mind. Too bad he turns out to be a scandal-prone prince, and their steamy alleyway kiss just became front-page news. Now Ruben has a plan to fix it all...if Cherry agrees to fake an engagement with the royal pain who ruined her life"-- Provided by publisher
Under the eye of the big bird
"In the distant future, humans are on the verge of extinction and have settled in small tribes across the planet under the observation and care of "Mothers." Some children are made in factories, from cells of rabbits and dolphins; some live by getting nutrients from water and light, like plants. The survival of the race depends on the interbreeding of these and other alien beings-but it is far from certain that connection, love, reproduction, and evolution will persist among the inhabitants of this faltering new world. Unfolding over fourteen interconnected episodes spanning geological eons, at once technical and pastoral, mournful and utopic, Under the Eye of the Big Bird presents an astonishing vision of the end of our species as we know it"--
Floating hotel
"Welcome to the Grand Abeona Hotel: home of the finest food, the sweetest service, and the very best views the galaxy has to offer. All year round it moves from planet to planet, system to system, pampering guests across the furthest reaches of the milky way. The last word in sub-orbital luxury--and an absolute magnet for intrigue. Intrigues such as: Why are there love poems in the lobby inbox? How many Imperial spies are currently on board? What is the true purpose of the Problem Solver's conference? And perhaps most pertinently--who is driving the ship? Each guest has a secret, every member of staff a universe unto themselves. At the center of these interweaving lives and interlocking mysteries stands Carl, one time stowaway, longtime manager, devoted caretaker to the hotel. It's the love of his life and the only place he's ever called home. But as forces beyond Carl's comprehension converge on the Abeona, he has to face one final question: when is it time to let go?"--
Arkwright
"Written by a highly regarded expert on space travel and exploration, Arkwright features the precision of hard SF with a compelling cast of characters. In the vein of classic authors such as Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, and Arthur C. Clarke, Nathan Arkwright is a seminal author of the twentieth century. At the end of his life he becomes reclusive and cantankerous, refusing to appear before or interact with his legion of fans. Little did anyone know, Nathan was putting into motion his true, timeless legacy. Convinced that humanity cannot survive on Earth, his Arkwright Foundation dedicates itself to creating a colony on an Earth-like planet several light years distant. Fueled by Nathan's legacy, generations of Arkwrights are drawn together, and pulled apart, by the enormity of the task and weight of their name. This is classic, epic science fiction and engaging character-driven storytelling, which will appeal to devotees of the genre as well as fans of current major motion pictures such as Gravity and Interstellar"--
The mimicking of known successes
"Every once in a while, a book comes along that is both a comfort read and a rousing, fist-pumping adventure, and The Mimicking of Known Successes absolutely is both of those things. An utter triumph."-Charlie Jane Anders The Mimicking of Known Successes presents a cozy Holmesian murder mystery and sapphic romance, set on Jupiter, by Malka Older, author of the critically-acclaimed Centenal Cycle. On a remote, gas-wreathed outpost of a human colony on Jupiter, a man goes missing. The enigmatic Investigator Mossa follows his trail to Valdegeld, home to the colony's erudite university--and Mossa's former girlfriend, a scholar of Earth's pre-collapse ecosystems. Pleiti has dedicated her research and her career to aiding the larger effort towards a possible return to Earth. When Mossa unexpectedly arrives and requests Pleiti's assistance in her latest investigation, the two of them embark on a twisting path in which the future of life on Earth is at stake--and, perhaps, their futures, together.--
The one-eyed man a fugue, with winds and accompaniment
"The colony world of Stittara is no ordinary planet. For the interstellar Unity of the Ceylesian Arm, Stittara is the primary source of anagathics: drugs that have more than doubled the human life span. But the ecological balance that makes anagathics possible on Stittara is fragile, and the Unity government has a vital interest in making sure the flow of longevity drugs remains uninterrupted, even if it means uprooting the human settlements. Offered the job of assessing the ecological impact of the human presence on Stittara, freelance consultant Dr. Paulo Verano jumps at the chance to escape the ruin of his personal life. He gets far more than he bargained for: Stittara's atmosphere is populated with skytubes--gigantic, mysterious airborne organisms that drift like clouds above the surface of the planet. Their exact nature has eluded humanity for centuries, but Verano believes his conclusions about Stittara may hinge on understanding the skytubes' role in the planet's ecology--if he survives the hurricane winds, distrustful settlers, and secret agendas that impede his investigation at every turn"--
Triplanetary a tale of cosmic adventure
Bewilderment
"A heartrending new novel from the Pulitzer Prize-winning and #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Overstory. "Richard Powers, whose novels combine the wonders of science with the marvels of art, astonishes us in different ways with each new book." -Heller McAlpin, NPR Books. The astrobiologist Theo Byrne searches for life throughout the cosmos while single-handedly raising his unusual nine-year-old, Robin, following the death of his wife. Robin is a warm, kind boy who spends hours painting elaborate pictures of endangered animals. He's also about to be expelled from third grade for smashing his friend in the face. As his son grows more troubled, Theo hopes to keep him off psychoactive drugs. He learns of an experimental neurofeedback treatment to bolster Robin's emotional control, one that involves training the boy on the recorded patterns of his mother's brain. . . . With its soaring descriptions of the natural world, its tantalizing vision of life beyond, and its account of a father and son's ferocious love, Bewilderment marks Richard Powers's most intimate and moving novel. At its heart lies the question: How can we tell our children the truth about this beautiful, imperiled planet?"--
A different kind of tension new and selected stories
"This dazzling, genre-defying collection from Jonathan Lethem features seven major stories published since his last collection, along with his best work spanning more than three decades. A major new story, "The Red Sun School of Thoughts," never published elsewhere, follows a teenaged boy coming to terms with figures of authority and power - those both in his own biological family, and in the family he creates for himself. Elsewhere we meet "Super Goat Man," a down-at-heels bohemian superhero; "The Porn Critic," whose accidental expertise wrecks his own romantic aspirations; and "Sleepy People," who pose interpersonal conundrums without ever rousing from their slumber. Fluidly moving between realism and the surreal, the absurd and the mundane, A Different Kind of Tension is a container bursting with life and death, couples in trouble, talking animals, technologies on the fritz. Through it all are people longing to be seen and to connect; to thrive, to love, and be forgiven."-- Provided by publisher
For us, the living a comedy of customs
Platform decay
Everyone's favorite lethal SecUnit is back in the next installment of Martha Wells' bestselling and award-winning Murderbot Diaries series. Having someone else support your bad decision feels kind of good. After volunteering to run a rescue mission, Murderbot realizes that it will have to spend significant time with a bunch of humans it doesn't know. Including human children. Ugh. This may well call for... eye contact! (Emotion check: Oh, for f-) --
The Gordian protocol
"Doctor Benjamin Schroder was a history teacher until a psychotic episode turned his world upside down. Benjamin now had memories, not just of his own life, but of an entire ghastly world where millions of civilians had been systematically slaughtered in 'extermination camps,' there is still a Soviet Union, the Korean Peninsula is divided, thousands of nuclear warheads spread their threat across Earth and the Middle East was a festering sore of bloodshed, fanaticism and terrorism. Then a lunatic named Raibert Kaminski knocks on his door one afternoon with an impossible story of alternate realities, time travel, temporal knots and dozen of doomed universes that will die if the temporal storm front rushing towards the distant future isn't stopped. Of course he has to be lying--or completely insane. But what if he's not a madman after all? What if he's actually telling the truth?"--
The birthday of the world and other stories
Enigma tales
We are satellites
"From award-winning author Sarah Pinsker comes a novel about one family and the technology that divides them. Everybody's getting one. Val and Julie just want what's best for their kids, David and Sophie. So when teenage son David comes home one day asking for a Pilot, a new brain implant to help with school, they reluctantly agree. This is the future, after all. Soon, Julie feels mounting pressure at work to get a Pilot to keep pace with her colleagues, leaving Val and Sophie part of the shrinking minority of people without the device. Before long, the implications are clear, for the family and society: get a Pilot or get left behind. With government subsidies and no downside, why would anyone refuse? And how do you stop a technology once it's everywhere? Those are the questions Sophie and her anti-Pilot movement rise up to answer, even if it puts them up against the Pilot's powerful manufacturer and pits Sophie against the people she loves most"--
House rules
A teenager with Asperger's syndrome--smart, quirky, with a passion for crime scene analysis--winds up on trial for murder
Broken vows
A wedding is a joyous event Until violence spoils the festivities. A destination wedding on the rugged Oregon coast is also a merger between two crime families. Maid of honor Nicole Carpenter is shocked when she discovers Agent Ryder Beckham is a guest. They were lovers while Ryder was working undercover, and Nicole can't forgive him for lying to her. But Ryder has come to win Nicole back-until an attack on the bride and the discovery of a body change the stakes. Now the two must join forces to protect the bride from a wily assassin
Murder at Lava Point
"Ranger Aslen Woods just needed Murray Simpson to stop being overprotective. The Zion National Park investigator didn't want his childhood friend involved in anything dangerous. But after a blaze was set to cover up a murder, park firefighter Aslen found herself on the case, an overly concerned Murray at her side. When the killer decided to make both rangers pawns in his deadly game, Murray's gaze suddenly felt more intense than secure"--Page 4 of cover
No country for old men
Stumbling upon a bloody massacre, a cache of heroin, and more than two million in cash during a hunting trip, Llewelyn Moss removes the money, a decision that draws him and his young wife into the middle of a violent confrontation
Raven Black
A celebrated crime writer in Britain and winner of the coveted 2006 Duncan Lawrie Dagger Award, Cleeves now introduces a dazzling new suspense series--featuring Inspector Jimmy Perez--to U.S. mystery readers
Buried
In Ellison Cooper's suspense thriller Buried, an FBI neuroscientist is on the trail of a serial killer who's turned up the heat on a cold case... Senior Special Agent Sayer Altair studies the minds of psychopaths. But even she didn't expect to uncover a killer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Rooting him out and exposing internal corruption got her a bullet wound and six months of desk duty. Now, she's finally back in the field, called in when an off-duty FBI agent and his cadaver dog fall into a sinkhole filled with human bones. Found deep in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park, the skeletal remains date back almost two decades, the same time a beloved local teen disappeared. The cold case quickly heats up when Sayer's team finds two fresh corpses among the bones. When a gruesome clue ties these new bodies to a woman recently kidnapped along with her young daughter, Sayer has to uncover the connection between the old bones and the new bodies before the mother and child become the next victims. But the killer is one step ahead, attacking her team and sabotaging their efforts. With Sayer's investigation compromised and unsure of who to trust, she receives unwanted help from Subject 037, one of the anonymous psychopaths she is currently studying. She has the chilling realization that he's someone powerful in Washington D.C.--and he is not about to let a mundane serial killer jeopardize his own ominous agenda for Sayer
Until it fades
"A sexy new romance about a small-town woman who saves the life of a mysterious man, and finds herself unexpectedly thrown into a whirlwind love affair, featuring bestselling author K. A. Tucker's signature "well-constructed, pulse-pounding suspense" (USA TODAY). Twenty-four-year-old truck stop waitress and single mother Catherine Wright has simple goals: to give her five-year-old daughter a happy life and to never again be the talk of the town in Balsam, Pennsylvania: population two thousand outside of tourist season. And then one foggy night, on a lonely road back from another failed attempt at a relationship, Catherine saves a man's life. It isn't until after the police have arrived that Catherine realizes exactly who it is she has saved: Brett Madden, hockey icon and media darling. Catherine has already had her fifteen minutes of fame and the last thing she wants is to have her past dragged back into the spotlight, only this time on a national stage. So she hides her identity. It works. For a time. But when she finds the man she saved standing on her doorstep, desperate to thank her, all that changes. What begins as an immediate friendship quickly turns into something neither of them expected. Something that Catherine isn't sure she can handle; something that Catherine is afraid to trust. Because how long can an extraordinary man like Brett be interested in an ordinary woman like Catherine...before the spark fades?"--
Bridge to haven
The Sleeping Beauty killer an Under suspicion novel
"The third thrilling installment in the bestselling Under Suspicion series from #1 New York Times bestselling author and "Queen of Suspense" Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke--television producer Laurie Moran puts everything on the line to help a woman she thinks was wrongfully convicted of murder. Casey Carter was convicted of murdering her fiance--famed philanthropist Hunter Raleigh III--fifteen years ago. And Casey claims--has always claimed--she's innocent. Although she was charged and served out her sentence in prison, she is still living "under suspicion." She hears whispers at the grocery store. She can't get a job. Even her own mother treats her like she's guilty. Her story attracts the attention of Laurie Moran and the Under Suspicion news team--it's Casey's last chance to finally clear her name, and Laurie pledges to exonerate her. With Alex Buckley taking a break from the show--cooling his potential romance with Laurie--Under Suspicion introduces a new on-air host named Ryan Nichols, a young legal whiz with a Harvard Law degree, Supreme Court clerkship, experience as a federal prosecutor, and regular stints on the cable news circuit. He's got a big reputation and the attitude to match it. Ryan has no problems with steering--and stealing--the show, and even tries to stop Laurie from taking on Casey's case because he's so certain she's guilty. An egomaniacal new co-host, a relentless gossip columnist who seems to have all the dirt (and a surprising informant), and Casey's longstanding bad reputation: Laurie must face this and more to do what she believes is right, to once and for all prove Casey's innocence--that is, if she's innocent
Christmas at The Mysterious Bookshop 'tis the season to be deadly stories of mistletoe and mayhem from 17 masters of suspense
Features over fifteen mystery short stories set during Christmas, with some of the action taking place at the editor's real-life Mysterious Bookshop in New York City
Three blonde mice
"Elaine Zimmerman and her best friends, Jackie Gault and Pat Kovecky, venture to a farm in Litchfield, Connecticut. It's been over a year since their last trip together, a Caribbean cruise aboard the Princess Charming, and after dealing with a murderous ex and his hit man, they're yearning for a no-drama 'haycation' this time. During their Cultivate Our Bounty Week, they and eight other guests will learn how to cook farm-to-table meals with Whitley's artisan-in-residence, a renowned TV/restaurant chef named Jason Hill. Elaine, the jaded, neurotic narrator, is less than thrilled--especially because the program wasn't supposed to include a surprise appearance by her former boyfriend Simon, who's still the love of her life but can't commit to her. What's more, after milking a cow and making cheese, she stumbles on evidence that one of her fellow agritourists is out to murder Chef Hill at the resort's Bounty Fest finale"--Page 4 of cover
Pod prikrytiem [roman]
"For DEA Special Agent Marshall Everett, life as he knows it is over once a gunshot wound renders his arm useless. Barred forever from the undercover work he loves, he has nothing, no close friends, no family, no hometown or base, and no desire to settle for life behind a desk. But he's called to action in the most unlikely of places when he stumbles upon a beautiful girl burying an old steel box in a Parisian park. Drawn into the mystery, Marshall soon discovers that she is Ariana Gregory, daughter of the US ambassador to Argentina, who is trying to find herself again after being kidnapped and brainwashed by radical revolutionaries. But there are powerful forces at large who will not rest until they secure revenge, and Marshall and Ariana will face yet more trials, and another beginning, before they can truly bury the dark past and embark on a new life together"--
Knave of diamonds a novel of suspense featuring Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes
"Mary Russell's allegiances are tested by the reappearance of her long-lost uncle-and a mystifying case from the past that even Sherlock Holmes could not solve"-- Provided by publisher
Beyond justice
"Hayden McCarthy is on track to become the youngest partner in her prestigious D.C. law firm. if the case she's just been handed doesn't destroy her first. Hayden McCarthy knows firsthand the pain when justice is not served. It's why she became an attorney and why she's so driven in her career. When she's handed a wrongful death case against the government, she isn't sure if it's the lucky break she needs to secure a partnership--or an attempt to make sure she never gets there. She keeps the case alive through sheer determination and more than a little creativity, but then she's fired by a partner with a vendetta. Further complicating matters, Hayden keeps finding herself completely distracted by Andrew, her roommate's cousin. But his father is a Congressman and she's currently taking on the government. Could the timing be any worse? The longer she keeps the case active, the higher the stakes become. Unknown enemies seem determined to see either the case--or her--die. Should she fight alone for the dead young man by launching her own unfinanced firm, or abandon the case in order to save her own life?"--
The cormorant hunt
"Disheartened CIA officer Ari Falk, now hiding in the Republic of Georgia, is hailed as a hero by some and branded a traitor by others after blowing the lid off a massive conspiracy. But his quiet exile is shattered when a mission arises--one perfectly suited for someone as jaded and unpredictable as him. This stand-alone sequel thrusts us into a modern era of geopolitical conflict, where a hot war in Europe and shadowy political schemes set the stage for danger at every turn. Enter Asha Tamaskar, a brilliant, neurodivergent CIA officer with her own secrets, and Felix Burnham, a chilling antagonist with radical alliances that could change the global balance of power. From Tbilisi to Prague, Andorra to Bethesda, Idov crafts vivid, authentic settings that amplify the pulse-pounding action. Far from the usual spy thriller, The Cormorant Hunt is brimming with razor-sharp dialogue, heart-stopping twists, and complex character dynamics that bring humanity to the chaos. Every border crossed carries real-world consequences, making this a thriller that feels both urgent and unforgettable. Blending suspense, wit, and authentic storytelling, it's a must-read for fans of political intrigue, espionage, and thrillers that don't play by the rules." -- (dust jacket)
Bridged
After a congressman's tortured body is found dangling from a Portland bridge, the FBI joins the Oregon State Police to investigate the case and FBI Special Agent Ava McLane, still recovering from a bullet wound, hunts the twisted killer alongside the man who captured her heart, police detective Mason Callahan. But once a third body appears and all evidence points to a serial killer, the public furiously clamors for answers, and the couple's relationship grows fractured under the pressure. Ava and Mason search in the past for clues that predict the future. And when Ava's mentally ill twin spins out of control, the FBI agent who battles monsters every day wonders if she shares her sister's self-destructive streak. In the latest thrilling romantic suspense novel from award-winning author Kendra Elliot, the past and the present violently collide and the fallout can be deadly
What happened to Belén the unjust imprisonment that sparked a women's rights movement
"The heartbreaking true story of a woman imprisoned for having a miscarriage-an injustice that galvanized a feminist movement and became a global rallying cry in the fight for reproductive rights"--
The New Hampshire genealogical record an illustrated quarterly magazine devoted to genealogy, history, and biography
Get Capone the secret plot that captured America's most wanted gangster
Drawing on thousands of pages of recently discovered government documents, wiretap transcripts, and Al Capone's handwritten personal letters, "New York Times" bestselling author Jonathan Eig tells the dramatic story of the rise and fall of the nation's most notorious criminal in rich new detail
Only say good things surviving Playboy and finding myself
"A raw and unflinching look at the objectification and misogyny of the Playboy mansion, a woman's stolen young adulthood and her journey to self-acceptance, and a rare look inside Hugh Hefner's final days. Crystal offers a vulnerable and clear-eyed look at how her experience with Hugh Hefner catalyzed her transformative journey from someone who prized external validation over all else to a person who finally recognizes her true worth. This candid memoir provides a fascinating look behind the scenes at a powerful cultural icon and brand, and an equally empowering perspective on hard-won lessons about who we allow to determine our value."--
Waylon tales of my outlaw dad
One Life The true story of Sir Nicholas Winton and the Prague Kindertransport
Sir Nicholas Winton rescued 669 Jewish children from Nazi occupied Czechoslovakia at the brink of World War II. Most never saw their parents again. This is his story. In 1938, 29-year-old 'Nicky' cancelled a ski holiday and instead spent 9 months masterminding a seemingly impossible plan to rescue hundreds of children and find them homes in the UK. There are around 6000 people who are alive today because of him. What motivated an ordinary man to do something so extraordinary? This book, written by his daughter, Barbara, explores the 106-year life of an incredible humanitarian, a man whose astounding feats only came to public light decades later. His legacy is to encourage us all to act when we see injustice or need, and to remind us that every one of us can change the world for the better
Montgomery Clift a biography
The phantom prince my life with Ted Bundy
Details the author's six-year relationship with serial killer Ted Bundy. Originally published in 1981, this expanded edition includes a new introduction and a new afterword by the author, never-before-seen photos, and a startling new chapter from the author's daughter, Molly, who has not previously shared her story
The sisterhood the secret history of women at the CIA
"The New York Times bestselling author of Code Girls reveals the untold story of how women at the CIA ushered in the modern intelligence age, a sweeping story of a "sisterhood" of women spies spanning three generations who broke the glass ceiling, helped transform spycraft, and tracked down Osama Bin Laden. Upon its creation in 1947, the Central Intelligence Agency instantly became one of the most important spy services in the world. Like every male-dominated workplace in Eisenhower America, the growing intelligence agency needed women to type memos, send messages, manipulate expense accounts, and keep secrets. Despite discrimination--even because of it--these clerks and secretaries rose to become some of the shrewdest, toughest operatives the agency employed. Because women were seen as unimportant, they moved unnoticed on the streets of Bonn, Geneva, and Moscow, stealing secrets under the noses of the KGB. Back at headquarters, they built the CIA's critical archives--first by hand, then by computer. These women also battled institutional stereotyping and beat it. Men argued they alone could run spy rings. But the women proved they could be spymasters, too. During the Cold War, women made critical contributions to U.S. intelligence, sometimes as officers, sometimes as unpaid spouses, working together as their numbers grew. The women also made unique sacrifices, giving up marriage, children, even their own lives. They noticed things that the men at the top didn't see. In the final years of the twentieth century, it was a close-knit network of female CIA analysts who warned about the rising threat of Al Qaeda. After the 9/11 attacks, women rushed to join the fight as a new job, "targeter," came to prominence. They showed that painstaking data analysis would be crucial to the post-9/11 national security landscape--an effort that culminated spectacularly in the CIA's successful efforts to track down Osama Bin Laden and, later, Ayman al-Zawahiri. With the same meticulous reporting and storytelling verve that she brought to her New York Times bestseller Code Girls, Liza Mundy has written an indispensable and sweeping history that reveals how women at the CIA ushered in the modern intelligence age"--
Me
A good bad boy Luke Perry and how a generation grew up
Best known for playing loner rebel Dylan McKay in Beverly Hills 90210, Luke Perry was fifty-two years old when he died of a stroke in 2019. There have been other deaths of 90's stars, but this one hit different. Gen X was reminded of their own inescapable mortality, and robbed of an exciting career resurgence for one of their most cherished icons, with recent roles in the hit series Riverdale and Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time In Hollywood bringing him renewed attention and acclaim. Only upon his death, as stories poured out online about his authenticity and kindness, did it become clear how little was known about the exceedingly humble actor and how deeply he impacted popular culture. Here, Margaret Wappler attempts to understand who Perry was and why he was unique among his Hollywood peers. To do so, she uses an inventive hybrid narrative. She speaks with dozens who knew Perry personally and professionally. They share insightful anecdotes: how he kept connected to his Ohio upbringing; nearly blew his 90210 audition; tried to shed his heartthrob image by joining the HBO prison drama Oz; and in the last year of his life, sought to set up two of his newly divorced friends. (After his death, the pair bonded in their grief and eventually married.) Amid these original interviews and exhaustive archival research, Wappler weaves poignant vignettes of memoir in which she serves as an avatar to show how Perry shaped a generation's views on masculinity, privilege and the ideal of "cool."
I am Malala the girl who stood up for education and was shot by the Taliban
When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley in Pakistan, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right to an education. On Tuesday, October 9, 2012, when she was fifteen, she almost paid the ultimate price. She was shot in the head at point-blank range while riding the bus home from school, and few expected her to survive. Instead, Malala's miraculous recovery has taken her on an extraordinary journey from a remote valley in northern Pakistan to the halls of the United Nations in New York. At sixteen, she has become a global symbol of peaceful protest and the youngest nominee ever for the Nobel Peace Prize. This is the remarkable tale of a family uprooted by global terrorism, of the fight for girls' education, of a father who, himself a school owner, championed and encouraged his daughter to write and attend school, and of brave parents who have a fierce love for their daughter in a society that prizes sons. This story will make you believe in the power of one person's voice to inspire change in the world. -- Publisher's description
A marriage at sea a true story of love, obsession, and shipwreck
"The electrifying true story of a young couple shipwrecked at sea: a mind-blowing tale of obsession, survival, and partnership stretched to its limits. Maurice and Maralyn make an odd couple. He's a loner, awkward and obsessive; she's charismatic and ambitious. But they share a horror of wasting their lives. And they dream - as we all dream - of running away from it all. What if they quit their jobs, sold their house, bought a boat, and sailed away? Most of us begin and end with the daydream. But Maurice began to study nautical navigation. Maralyn made detailed lists of provisions. And in June 1972, they set sail. For nearly a year all went well, until deep in the Pacific, a breaching whale knocked a hole in their boat and it sank beneath the waves. What ensues is a jaw-dropping fight to survive on the wild ocean, with little hope of rescue. Alone together for months in a tiny rubber raft, starving and exhausted, Maurice and Maralyn have to find not only ways to stay alive but ways to get along, as their inner demons emerge and their marriage is put to the greatest of tests. Although they could run away from the world, they can't run away from themselves. Taut, propulsive, and dazzling, A MARRIAGE AT SEA pairs adrenaline-fueled high seas adventure with a gutting love story that asks why we love difficult people, and who we become under the most extreme conditions imaginable"--
The heart is the strongest muscle know your why and take your mindset from great to unstoppable
Tia Toomey, the world's fittest woman, has won the CrossFit Games an incredible six years in a row and is undeniably a true warrior. She has also trained for the Winter Olympics in bobsledding, competed in the Summer Olympics in weightlifting, and was a Commonwealth Games gold medalist. She is, in short, one of the most accomplished and dominant athletes in human history. But for Tia physical fitness is only a small part of overall strength. More important is building mental toughness. In this book, Tia shows how she reached elite levels by focusing on her "why." By always having a clear picture of her purpose--what drives her heart--she can push through even the toughest challenges. From the early days of her fitness journey to the peak performance that has put her atop the podium in the CrossFit Games, Tia also reveals the secrets, struggles, and successes that have made her a killer competitor. Nothing comes easy, but Tia hopes to show you how to build your own unstoppable mindset. Whether you are already a serious athlete or someone looking to conquer a new challenge, you'll be able to use her methods to keep winning
Dante a life
"Dante brings the legendary author--and the medieval Italy of his era-- to vivid life, describing the political intrigue, battles, culture, and society that shaped his writing. Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy has defined how people imagine and depict heaven and hell for over seven centuries. However, outside of Italy, his other works are not well known, and less still is generally known about the context he wrote them in. In Dante, Barbero brings the legendary author's Italy to life, describing the political intrigue, battles, city and society that shaped his life and work. The son of a shylock who dreams of belonging to the world of writers and nobles, we follow Dante into the dark corridors of politics where ideals are shattered by rampant corruption, and then into exile as he travels Italy and discovers the extraordinary color and variety of the countryside, the metropolises, and the knightly courts"--Book jacket flap
New Audiovisual
If Beale Street could talk [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
A timeless love story set in early 1970s Harlem involving newly engaged nineteen-year- old Tish and her fiance Fonny who have a beautiful future ahead. But their plans are derailed when Fonny is arrested for a crime he did not commit. Now the pair and their families must fight for justice in the name of love and the promise of the American dream
Left behind rise of the antichrist
In the wake of the sudden disappearance of millions of people around the world, the prophesied "Great Tribulation" has begun. As the Antichrist spreads his web of lies, everyone must choose a side. The stakes have never been higher
Light of the world
It's AD 30 and everyone is expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and their new friends begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure. This beautiful, 2D-animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John. From the beginning of Jesus' ministry through his crucifixion and resurrection Light of the World powerfully illustrates how Jesus of Nazareth changed the world forever and still changes lives today
The world is not enough
When British oil tycoon and M's friend, Sir Robert King, is killed in a bombing at the MI6 headquarters, it becomes James Bond's new assignment to protect his daughter and heir, Elektra, from further harm. But Bond's real mission is to keep an eye on a new enemy named Renard. He is a man who feels no pain whatsoever after a bullet was put into his head, who along with Elektra and their henchmen plan to nuke Europe and everything in it's path. Now with the help of Dr. Christmas Jones, a research scientist, James must foil the terrorists plan before the entire Easternmost countries are wiped out forever. The world is not enough for disasters. And the world is not enough for terrorists
Flushed away
The story of Roddy, an upper-crust society mouse who is rather rudely evicted from his Kensington flat when he is flushed down into Ratropolis, the bustling sewer world found under London's streets
Shelby Oaks
A film crew uncover a disturbing new lead in a woman's obsessive search for her missing sister, which steers her into a terrifying mystery at the hands of an unknown evil
The king's man
One man must race against time to stop history's worst tyrants and criminal masterminds as they get together to plot a war that could wipe out millions of people and destroy humanity
Spider-man 2 Spider-man 2.1
When being Spider-Man becomes too much for Peter Parker to handle, he makes a drastic decision to hang up his Spider-Man suit and stop being a crime-fighter. But a new enemy has arisen. A brilliant scientist has been accidentally transformed into a raging monster known as Doc Ock and kidnaps Mary Jane
Clown
The story of a loving father who dons a clown outfit and makeup to perform at his son₂s sixth birthday, only to later discover that the costume, red nose and wig included, will not come off and his own personality is changing in a horrific fashion. To break the curse of the evil outfit, the father must make grim choices with his own family facing danger
Suro
Elena and Iván. About to have their first child, they decide to leave the city and move to the countryside to reset the cork plantation, but are soon entrenched with the politics of running a rural business
The Lodger a story of the London Fog
This haunting silent thriller tells the tale of a mysterious young man who takes up residence at a London boardinghouse, just as a killer who preys on blonde women, known as the Avenger, descends upon the city. The film is animated by the palpable energy of a young stylist at play, decisively establishing the director's formal and thematic obsessions
McLintock!
"George Washington McLintock ... [is] a proud, defiant cattle baron whose daughter Becky ... is due home from college. But G.W.'s happy reunion with his daughter is tempered by the arrival of his headstrong wife Katherine ... , who left him two years earlier"--Container
Memory origins of Alien
Take an in-depth voyage into the sci-fi masterpiece Alien with the visionary filmmakers who created it. See how one of the most terrifying movies of all time burst to life 40 years ago, inspired by ancient mythology and universal fears
Star wars. Episode VIII, The last Jedi
Having taken her first steps into the Jedi world, Rey joins Luke Skywalker on an adventure with Leia, Finn and Poe that unlocks mysteries of the Force and secrets of the past
How to make millions before grandma dies
After his grandmother is diagnosed with cancer, a scheming young man moves in to care for her, motivated by a desire to secure her fortune for himself. Unfortunately for him, it turns out that winning Grandma's favor is no easy feat
Live at the Chicago Theatre
The heliocentric worlds of Sun Ra
Live in Europe 1967
25 years
Set includes 3 CDs featuring both hits and rarities, all remastered and curated by Sting, plus a DVD of a previously unreleased live performance from New York City's Irving Plaza. Discs are contained inside a book which features photographs, drawings, lyrics, and commentary
Joyeux Noël French Christmas music
Rancho Texicano the very best of ZZ Top
Eliminator
Live in Berlin
The Rolling Stones rock and roll circus
"An entertainment extravaganza planned and put on by the Rolling Stones in December 1968. Originally done as a BBC TV special to be broadcast not long afterwards, it has never been shown"--Page 2 of accompanying booklet
Metallica
Rhythmeen
Solid book of rock
La futura
Mescalero
Totally stripped
Binge box. Who taught you to throw a punch?
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Attack on Titan. Part 2 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
"Eren Jaeger vowed to rid mankind of the bloodthirsty giants who devoured his mother and destroyed his city. Now, after discovering that he has the ability to turn into a Titan, the world Eren promised to protect looks at him like he is the monster"--Container
Yona of the dawn. Part 2 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
Yona's hunt for the legendary dragons continues, but the three that remain aren't making it easy. The blue dragon lives deep within a maze of underground caves, the green dragon is an elusive rogue, and the yellow dragon is, well ... a mystery. Meanwhile, Yona is still struggling to find the warrior within her. While her skills grow stronger, her self-doubt continues to hold her back. And with Su-Won's army hot on her trail, and Hak's feelings for her proving more and more difficult to ignore, this princess has her work cut out for her. Time is running out to take back her kingdom. She can no longer afford to hide behind her royal upbringing -- it's time to take charge
Binge box. Please return to your seats
Across the universe: Jude is a young dockworker from Liverpool who travels to find his estranged father in America. He is swept up by the waves of change that are re-shaping the nation. Lucy is a rich and sheltered American girl who Jude falls in love with. Lucy joins the growing anti-war movement in New York's Greenwich Village. As the body count in Vietnam rises, political tensions at home spiral out of control and the star-crossed lovers find themselves in a psychedelic world gone mad
Saved from the flames 54 rare and restored films 1896-1944
"A unique and wonderful collection of 54 rare and restored short films from the inflammable years of cinema. Movies were once made on nitrate film stock, which has a chemical composition similar to gunpowder and is highly vulnerable to fire and decay. This remarkable seven-hour anthology, organized in eight thematic groups over three DVDs, presents amazing treasures from the vaults of Lobster Films in Paris and from the Blackhawk Films Collection, rescued during half a century of gathering movies from the nitrate era."--Container
Binge box. A fling with Florence (Pugh)
Black Widow: Natasha Romanoff--aka Black Widow--confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger
When calls the heart. Season 7
Follow the adventures of a young school teacher as she faces new adventures and trials with the many citizens of Hope Valley, on the Canadian frontier
Binge box. Round up the ladies
80 for Brady: As the New England Patriots reach the Super Bowl in Houston, four female fans become determined to go to the game and meet quarterback Tom Brady, which proves a more memorable experience than they anticipated after the Patriots fall behind by four touchdowns
The king of Queens. Season 2
Set in a working class neighborhood in Queens, New York, Doug and Carrie Heffernan deal with everyday issues as well as Carrie's quirky father
Binge box. Humor in between the music notes
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Binge box. Academy award winner: Reese Witherspoon
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Binge box. LGBTQ+
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Yuri!!! on ice [Blu-ray + DVD combo] the complete series
After suffering a humiliating loss at the Grand Prix Final, Japan's number one skater, Yuri Katsuki, is ready to hang up his skates for good. But when his idol and five-time champion Victor Nikiforov offers to be his coach, Yuri's put on a trek for gold and to discover the true meaning of victory. Together, they'll face skaters from all around the world while discovering where their true feelings lie
Attack on Titan. Season 4, part 1, episodes 60-75 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
In the walled enclave where the remnants of humanity shelter from the Titans, giant creatures who have taken over the rest of the world, Eren and Mikasa join the fight against them after the city is breached and a Titan kills their mother
The king of Queens. Season 3
Set in a working class neighborhood in Queens, New York, Doug and Carrie Heffernan deal with everyday issues as well as Carrie's quirky father
Madden NFL 23 [PS4]
For the first time in 10 years, the Madden NFL Football franchise has revolutionized its passing game-giving Madden NFL 06 the most groundbreaking and innovative offensive arsenal ever created. The new QB Vision Control lets you scan the field, look off defenders, and make perfect throws within your quarterback's unique field of vision. QB Precision Placement allows you to put the ball exactly where you want it. Lead the receiver to an open area, throw it behind him so he can come back to it or throw a jump ball and let him go get it
Overpass [XBOX ONE]
Race to win on extreme and challenging tracks in the all-terrain vehicle of your choice, including models from Arctic Cat, Suzuki, Polaris and Yamaha
Carmen Sandiego [PS5]
Play along and join the chase to solve puzzles and crack the case with Carmen Sandiego, as she allies with ACME to outwit her former faction, VILE
Tekken 8 [XBOX Series X]
"Tekken 8 continues the tragic saga of the Mishima and Kazama bloodlines. In this latest chapter, Jin Kazama will try to defy his fate as he faces his father Kazuya Mishima causing war and destruction across the globe." --xbox.com
Just dance 2022 [Switch]
Dance to 40 of the hottest hits
FIFA 22 [XBOX ONE]
Play to win utilizing real-world football data
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Mutants unleashed [PS5]
"Turtle power! Fight crime and master your Ninja skills in a new action-packed adventure! Team up with a friend in 2 player couch co-p. Explore New York and the sewers in an action-packed campaign."--Container
Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games [3DS]
Run, jump and throw your way through the Rio 2016 Olympic Games with Mario and Sonic
Disney illusion island starring Mickey and friends [PS5]
Join Mickey & Friends on a quest to explore the mysterious island of Monoth and recover three mystical books to save the world from disaster! Choose your favorite character and unlock special abilities as you perform high-flying platforming feats, solve fun puzzles, and take on epic boss battles. Run, swim, swing, and jump your way through a beautiful yet mysterious island and discover rich biomes, intriguing characters, and hidden secrets
WWE 2K24 [PS5]
"Experience a gripping retelling of WrestleMania's greatest moments in 2K Showcase of the Immortals in WWE 2K24, where you can relive a collection of some of the most unforgettable, career-defining matches."--Amazon.com
Fortnite. Deep freeze bundle [XBOX ONE]
"The Fortnite: Deep Freeze Bundle will include the Fortnite Battle Royale game, and premium content, including the Frostbite Outfit, Cold Front Glider, Chill-Axe Pickaxe, Freezing Point Back Bling, and 1,000 V-Bucks, which can be used to purchase in-game items, such as outfits and the Premium Battle Pass. In Fortnite Battle Royale, players squad up and compete to be the last one standing in 100-player PvP, where they'll build cover, battle opponents, and survive the longest to earn their victory" -- Game website
Forza horizon 6 [XBOX Series X]
Play and explore all of Japan's city and rural landscapes behind the wheel of hundreds of cars, customizing and racing to be the best
TopSpin 2K25 [XBOX ONE]
Play tennis as or against today's up and coming tennis stars as well as iconic players in Grand Slam competitions and international arenas, and choose to study at TopSpin Academy with court master John McEnroe
Assassin's creed. Valhalla [XBOX ONE]
Become Eivor, a legendary Viking raider on a quest for glory. Explore England's Dark Ages as you raid your enemies, grow your settlement, and build your political power
Spike volleyball [PS4]
The best of us
Dr. Leigh Culver loves practicing medicine in Timberlake, Colorado. It is a much-needed change of pace from her stressful life in Chicago. The only drawback is she misses her aunt Helen, the woman who raised her. But it's time that Leigh has her independence, and she hopes the beauty of the Colorado wilderness will entice her aunt to visit often. Helen Culver is an independent woman who lovingly raised her sister's orphaned child. Now, with Leigh grown, it's time for her to live life for herself. The retired teacher has become a successful mystery writer who loves to travel and intends to never experience winter again. When Helen visits Leigh, she is surprised to find her niece still needs her, especially when it comes to sorting out her love life. But the biggest surprise comes when Leigh takes Helen out to Sullivan's Crossing and Helen finds herself falling for the place and one special person. Helen and Leigh will each have to decide if they can open themselves up to love neither expected to find and seize the opportunity to live their best lives
And then there were none
Agatha Raisin and the haunted house
On her return from London, Agatha Raisin experiences soon-relieved boredom when her handsome new neighbor Paul Chatterton asks her to investigate the whispers and footsteps elderly Mrs. Witherspoon has been hearing in her house. Soon Mrs. Witherspoon is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and Agatha is involved in yet another puzzling murder mystery
Blow fly
Dr. Kay Scarpetta has left Virginia in quest of peace but instead finds herself drawn into baffling, horrific murders in Florida. There she becomes entangled in an international conspiracy that confronts her with the shock of her life
Betrayal
Robin Lockwood is now a prominent defense attorney in Portland, Oregon but a decade ago, she was a ranked and rising MMA fighter. Her career came to a quick end when she was knocked out and concussed in the first round by Mandy Kerrigan, a much more talented fighter. Now the situation couldn't be more different with Kerrigan on her last legs, her career nearly over, arrested for the quadruple murder of the entire Finch family, and Kerrigan's only possible friend is the attorney she beat so many years ago. For Robin, it's no simple case, Margaret Finch was a lawyer working for vicious Russian mobsters, and was in the cross-hairs of both the mobsters and the widower of a woman a client killed; her husband Aaron Finch was deeply in debt to bookie who threatened his life; her son Ryan was the one who sold Kerrigan illegal performance enhancing drugs and was beaten severely by her when Kerrigan failed her drug test. To complicate matters further, the DA that Robin is facing is the man she's just started dating, the first person she's begun seeing seriously after her husband was killed. In case where the stakes are high and the truth is elusive, where each new fact twists the case in a new direction, there is seemingly no way to win or direction to turn that will leave Robin Lockwood unscathed
Different seasons
A mesmerizing collection of four novellas tied together by the changing of the seasons
Ordinary grace
Looking back at a tragic event that occurred during his thirteenth year, Frank Drum explores how a complicated web of secrets, adultery, and betrayal shattered his Methodist family and their small 1961 Minnesota community
The Lincoln highway
"In June 1954, eighteen-year-old Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska by the warden of the working farm where he has just served a year for involuntary manslaughter. His mother is long gone, his father recently deceased, and the family farm foreclosed upon by the bank, Emmett intends to pick up his eight-year-old brother and head west where they can start their lives anew. But when the warden drives away, Emmett discovers that two friends from the working farm have hidden in the trunk of the warden's car. Together, they have hatched an altogether different plan for Emmett's future. Spanning just ten days and told from multiple points of view, Towles' third novel will satisfy fans of his multi-layered literary styling, while providing an array of new and richly imagined settings, characters, and themes."--Container
Some choose darkness
The truth is easy to miss, even when it's right in front of us. As a forensic reconstructionist, Rory Moore sheds light on cold-case homicides by piecing together crime scene details others fail to see. Cleaning out her late father's law office a week after his burial, she receives a call that plunges her into a decades-old case come to life once more. In the summer of 1979, five Chicago women went missing. The predator, nicknamed The Thief, left no bodies and no clues behind--until police received a package from a mysterious woman named Angela Mitchell, whose unorthodox investigation skills appear to have led to his identity. But before they could question her, Angela disappeared. Forty years later, The Thief is about to be paroled for Angela's murder--the only crime the DA could pin on him. But the cryptic file Rory finds in her father's law office suggests there is more to the case, and Angela Mitchell, than what was fed to the public, the details of which have been buried for four decades. Rory's talents are tested as she begins reconstructing Angela's last days. Making one startling discovery after another, Rory becomes helplessly entangled in the enigma of Angela Mitchell and what happened to her. Drawing connections between the past and present, Rory uncovers dark truths about the reclusive victim, her father, and the man called The Thief that send her down a twisting trail where things may not be as they appear. As she continues to dig, even Rory can't be prepared for the full, terrifying truth that is emerging
Legacy
Adrian Rizzo didn't have the easiest childhood, to put it mildly, but she's worked hard to put it behind her and to the outside world she is a beautiful young woman with a successful, high-profile career and a wonderful family and friends. When, out of the blue, she receives a death threat in the post, she is shocked but puts it down to someone's jealousy of her success and tries to forget about it. But Adrian doesn't realize that it's more than just spite. Someone is very, very angry about her happy life and will stop at nothing to bring it all crashing down
Home
A decade ago, kidnappers grabbed two boys from wealthy families and demanded ransom, then went silent. No trace of the boys ever surfaced. For ten years their families have been left with nothing but painful memories and a quiet desperation for the day that has finally, miraculously arrived: Myron Bolitar and his friend Win believe they have located one of the boys, now a teenager. Where has he been for ten years, and what does he know about the day, more than half a life ago, when he was taken? And most critically: What can he tell Myron and Win about the fate of his missing friend?
Positive words, powerful results simple ways to honor, affirm, and celebrate life
Although we live in an ocean of words, we rarely acknowledge their power to uplift or put down, to inspire or discourage, to help or hurt. But Urban shows us simple and immediate ways that we can use language to change lives--both our own and those around us
The secrets we hide
Sheriff Emmy Clifton and her sister, ex-federal agent Jude Archer, investigate a brutal attack that shatters their town's fragile peace. But the deeper Emmy digs, the more dangerous it gets
Field of bones
When a serial homicide case surfaces in Chochise County, prompting an early return from her maternity leave, sheriff Joanna Brady finds herself leading an investigation involving multiple jurisdictions
Agatha Raisin and the terrible tourist
While holidaying in Cyprus with her fiance, sleuth Agatha Raisin witnesses the murder of a woman tourist who is stabbed to death in a discotheque. As Agatha opens a probe, someone tries to kill her
Alvin and the Chipmunks Halloween collection
"Join Alvin and his brothers Simon and Theodore for this hilarious Halloween adventure. In 'Trick or treason," Alvin wants to be accepted into the Monster Club to get their cool Monster jacket, but the Monster members think it's cool to be cruel. It takes Theodore's friendship with Michael, a misunderstood outcast the other kids call Pumpkinhead, to show Alvin that being a true friend is really a lot more cool than trying to be a popular Monster! There are plenty of laughs and surprises -- and music, including the Chipmunks' rendition of the hit song 'Monster Mash.'"--Container
Jojo Siwa my world
Catch all the dancing in this special extended edition. Live from backstage, social media sensation JoJo Siwa recounts all the events in her life that brought her to her biggest moment ever. A huge performance at the Mall of America and officially becoming a Nickelodeon star! Plus, crank up the tunes with the music videos for Kid in a Candy Store; and Hold the Drama!
Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster
Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and the crew travel to Scotland on vacation and find themselves unexpectedly tackling their biggest monstrosity ever: the Loch Ness Monster. Does it really exist? Early evidence suggest that the monster does indeed exist, but when something gigantic appears outside a window of Daphne's ancestral family castle, it's up to Scooby-Doo and the crew to solve one of history's longest-running mysteries
Teen beach movie 2
Dive in and rock out with the hottest surf sequel under the sun! Now that summer's over and school has begun, Brady and Mack's relationship seems headed for a wipeout; until Lela, Tanner and the "Wet Side Story" kids show up! Dazzled by the novelty and variety of the modern world, Lela wants to stay, but the real world and the "reel" world just don't mix. Can Mack and Brady find the magic to get the kids home and get their own romance back on track before it's too late?
Eloise. Little Miss Christmas
Eloise and her hotel friends are putting on a Christmas show like no other. Using traditions from the different religions and cultures of her friends, they learn the true meaning of the season
4 kid favorites Looney tunes movies
Daffy Duck's movie, Fantastic Island: Join the fun and learn how Daffy really got his own fantastic island, whether he'll be able to keep it safe from the nefarious Pirate Sam, and whether wishes really can come true. Looney looney looney Bugs Bunny movie: Yosemite Sam strikes a devilish bargain to send Bugs straight to you-know where! The looniness continues as Daffy and Tweety tangle with a pair of feather-brained bird-napping gangsters. Looney tunes: Rabbits run: Bugs and Lola Bunny are running for their life after Lola inadventently creates an invisibility spray. Tweety's high-flying adventure: Granny makes a wager that Tweety can fly around the world in 80 days. Sylvester vows to follow Tweety and catch him himself
Elf
A human baby accidentally ends up at the North Pole and grows up among the elf community. Buddy, as he comes to be known, knows that he's "special." When he's 30, Buddy learns from Santa that he's really a human. He decides to go in search of his father, to find out where he belongs. He walks to Manhattan, and is immediately run over by a cab. At first his father rejects him and Buddy ends up in a department store where other elves are working. But all the while, things are looking bad for Santa Claus. When Santa crashes his sleigh in Central Park, it's Buddy's moment to shine
Mark Twain original family classics Huckleberry Finn ; the Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Huckleberry Finn : The well-known tale of the carefree Huck Finn and his adventures on his raft with the runaway slave, Jim, as they sail down the Mississippi
Scooby-Doo! The mystery begins
Unjustly accused of staging a spooky practical joke complete with ghosts, the kids are suspended from Coolsville High School. To clear their names, they team together to solve the supernatural mystery and head straight into nonstop laughs and adventure. Takes you back to when Daphne, Velma, Fred, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo first met
Rugrats 3-movie collection
Rugrats the movie: With the birth of his baby brother, Tommy Pickles knew things were going to change, but he never expected that being a big brother could be such an adventure
Adventures in babysitting
Sparks fly when free-spirited Lola and prim, proper Jenny learn they're up for the same internship. But that night, after newbie babysitter Lola breaks 'Rule No. One: Never take your eyes off the kids' she's forced to call Jenny, currently on her own gig, to help track down Trey, who has snuck out. Now with all their young charges in tow, these rivals must team up and brave the big city on the wildest, wackiest adventure of their lives!
Equestria girls [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
"When her crown is stolen from the Crystal Empire, Twilight Sparkle pursues the thief, Sunset Shimmer, into an alternate world where she finds herself turned into-- a teenage girl! To regain her crown and return to Equestria, Twilight must learn how to fit into this strange new world and defeat Sunset Shimmer in a competition to become crowned Princess of the Fall Formal at Canterlot High. Luckily, she'll have the assistance of Spike and five teenage girls who remind her of a certain group of ponies back home"--Container
Wild Kratts. Cats and dogs
While on the African savanna, Martin and Chris observe lots of wild cats and dogs. Soon, the Wild Kratts kids are calling in from all over to ask about cats and dogs and whether they're like their own pets. Zach, who has been secretly listening to all the questions, comes up with a scheme to capture and sell these wild animals. Can Chris, Martin and the team save the wild cats and dogs?
Tuck everlasting
Young Winnie Foster, stifled by the formality of her proper life and her domineering mother, escapes into the woods only to get lost. Her magical summer begins when she meets Jesse Tuck. Jesse is full of life and adventure and Winnie falls in love. The Tuck family has a powerful secret-- a spring that holds the magic of everlasting life. Now Winnie must choose whether she wants to live life as she knows it or drink from the spring
Peppa pig. The balloon ride
Fun for children with Peppa Pig and her relatives Daddy Pig, Mummy Pig, and little brother George
Gigantosaurus [Switch] the game
In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!
Game builder garage [Switch]
"Programming made fun with help from the minds at Nintendo. Kids can learn how to make their own games with guided lessons created by Nintendo. From a simple game of tag to a run-and-jump obstacle course, each lesson is broken down into multiple, manageable segments that let kids go at their own pace--and have fun in the process. By playing through interactive lessons, kids will learn the basics of visual game programming. Nodon, colorful creatures with distinct personalities, keep kids engaged through lessons with tips and motivating messages. With a simple press of a button, swap between the programming screen and the game screen--watch how programming changes the game on the fly."--Amazon.com
Backyard sports. Rookie rush [Wii]
Computer football simulation game for kids
The last kids on earth and the staff of doom [Switch]
"Time to gear up as Jack, Quint, June and Dirk in search for the missing pieces of the ultra-powerful staff of doom! But beware... Malondre, Queen of the Slime Monsters, seeks the staff to summon rezzoch the ancient, destructor of worlds. Upgrade your weapons and armour, cruise around wakefield in a post-apocalyptic pickup truck, fight through hordes of zombies and massive monsters, and battle epic bosses in the last kids on Earth and the staff of doom!"--Amazon.com
SpongeBob's surf & skate roadtrip [XBOX 360 KINECT]
SpongeBob's Truth or Square provides the ultimate SpongeBob experience for kids, parents and SpongeBob fans of all ages. The game delivers innovative new gameplay features combined with a story that celebrates 10 incredibly fun and zany years of SpongeBob. Whether you're an avid SpongeBob fan or a first-time gamer, you'll want to join the top adventure this game offers
Big Brain Academy [Switch] brain vs. brain
Take on a series of brain-bending activities that test your mental mettle in Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain for the Nintendo Switch system! Play a wide variety of activities, like memorizing a series of numbers, identifying an animal as it slowly comes into focus, or helping guide a train to its goal in fun, fast activities. Go brain-to-brain with friends and family in 4-player matches to see who gets the highest score. Everyone can play together at varying difficulties, so a kid can hold their own against an adult in this battle of the brains!
Gigantosaurus [XBOX ONE] the game
In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Gigantosaurus is based on Jonny Duddle's bestselling book of the same name. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!
PJ Masks power heroes [Switch] mighty alliance
Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko are teaming up with An Yu, Newton Star, Ice Cub, Lilyfay, and Bastet to form a Mighty Alliance. After a big accident at PJ Power Q scatters valuable pieces of technology and gems across Earth, these extraordinary heroes must rebuild it. Hop into the Explorer and begin the night-time adventure scouring the deserted streets in The City. You will discover more while exploring the bamboo forests, secret caves, and the sacred temple in Mystery Mountain. Then slide through the Ice World to reach the snowy caves searching for the lost parts. But be quick! Before they get into the wrong hands. Romeo, Luna Girl, and Night Ninja are never too far away and are always ready to cause havoc. Together, these extraordinary kids are bigger and better. Use their unique abilities, from super speed to snowballs, to stop the baddies. Collect gems, discover secrets, unlock hidden masks, and more. You know, night-time is the right time to fight crime! So, leap into this side-scrolling platform adventure, stop the pesky villains in their tracks, and fix the PJ Power Q. You have the power to become a hero
Splatoon 3 [Switch]
The squid kids called Inklings are back to splat more ink and claim more turf in this colorful and chaotic 4-on-4 action shooter. For the first time, take Turf War battles on-the-go with the Nintendo Switch system, and use any of the console's portable play styles for intense local multiplayer action. Even team up for new 4-player co-op fun in Salmon Run!
Gigantosaurus [PS4] the game
In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Gigantosaurus is based on Jonny Duddle's bestselling book of the same name. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!
New Books for Teens
My return to the Walter boys
"Jackie Howard returns to the Walter ranch after a summer in New York. She needed space--and got it. But she doesn't know where things stand with her and Cole Walter after that goodbye kiss. Over the summer, she stopped texting him. She never stopped thinking about him. Still, with Cole living in town to work at Tony's garage before he heads off to college, Jackie thinks it'll be easy to avoid him - only to find that when she sees him face to face at last, it's, well...impossible to resist him. Things are getting complicated: He's the boy she can't get off her mind, and the Walters have become the family she loves and needs. How can Jackie move forward when she's afraid of taking the next step?"--
The book thief
It's just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery. . . . Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusak's groundbreaking new novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich. Liesel scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can't resist books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement before he is marched to Dachau. This is an unforgettable story about the ability of books to feed the soul
Sasaki and Miyano. 2
"Dating? Me and Sasaki-senpai...? We're not like that! At least, those were Miyano's thoughts until Sasaki gifted him chocolates on Valentine's Day. Faced with the reality that Sasaki might like like him--in a BL kind of way--and the jarring realization that the senior's graduation is fast approaching, it's time for Miyano to confront his true feelings..."--page [4] of cover
More happy than not
After enduring his father's suicide, his own suicide attempt, broken friendships, and more in the Bronx projects, Aaron Soto, sixteen, is already considering the Leteo Institute's memory-alteration procedure when his new friendship with Thomas turns to unrequited love
There are ghosts here
"Willa has no memory of anything before arriving at Dorsey House, and when she meets two sinister girls who seem to already know her, she slowly begins to lose her grip on what is real . . . and what is a lie"--
Skip and loafer. 4
Excellent student Iwakura Mitsumi has always dreamt about leaving her small town, going to a prestigious university, and making positive change in the world. But she's so focused on reaching her goals that she's not prepared for the very different (and overwhelming) city life that awaits her in a Tokyo high school. Luckily, she makes fast friends with Shima Sousuke, a handsome classmate who's as laid-back as she is over-prepared. Can this naive country girl make it big in Tokyo with Sousuke by her side?
I am number four the lost files. 5, The last days of Lorien
In this stunning 144-page prequel novella to the New York Times bestselling I Am Number Four series, discover what really happened in the final days of the doomed planet from the eyes of Sandor who would go on to become the reluctant Cêpan to Number Nine. Sandor was tired of being a teenager, tired of going to school and obeying his teachers and playing by his parents' rules. He enjoyed breaking the rules rather than following them. But when he makes one mistake too many, Sandor's life takes an unexpected turn, and he is forced join the Lorien Defense Academy. Sandor had never believed in the crazy idea that Lorien needed to defend itself Lorien was a peaceful planet, with no apparent enemies. But when Mogadorians suddenly attack, Sandor learns how real that threat was. Now Sandor is one of only a handful of Loric left alive, and the fate of Lorien is in their hands
Afterschool charisma. 9, Rockswell
"Rockswell (19XX-), current director of St. Kleio Academy, a school exclusively for the clones of famous historical personages, is also a major sponsor of the academy. Seems to have a longstanding relationship with Mr. Kuroe, a member of the academy's staff, and Dr. Kamiya, a professor at the academy. The details of his upbringing and the reasons for his involvement in the academy are unknown"--Page 3 of cover
Mob psycho 100. 2
"A cult is starting to form ... around Mob! While Mezato tries to dig up info on the shy but powerful psychic for the school paper, Mob gets tricked into an abduction plot designed to force the Body Building Club into a fight with the delinquents from their rival school. But when the other school's 'secret leader' Teru turns out to be a fellow superhuman, it's going to be a massive but one-sided fight ... because super or not, Mob refuses to use his ghost-busting powers against a fellow human!"--
Noragami, stray god. 9
"Ebisu and Yato finally meet the woman who has what they are looking for, Izanami. She agrees to give them the Word of Yomi if one of them will stay with her forever. Meanwhile, the Heavenly Guard have learned Ebisu's whereabouts, and they are on their way to mete out divine retribution"--Cover
Famous in love
When seventeen-year-old Paige is discovered in Portland, Oregon, and brought to Hollywood to star in a major motion picture, she finds all of the fame and adulation she had dreamed of but also gets caught in a romantic whirlwind, both on and off screen
Simulated
"Jo Rivers, safely back in Seattle, asks the same question daily-how does a math genius go from taking down international criminals and saving the world economy to living a normal teenage life? The only answer she can come up with is-she doesn't. With an overprotective father on her back and Kai on the other side of the world, Jo accepts an offer from Prodigy Stealth Solutions (PSS), who may have found a way to get her ... [gift] back. Using a newly developed technology, PSS tries a simulation process on Jo to restore her abilities, but during the attempt, PSS is hacked and a blacklist file containing some of PSS's most sensitive secrets is stolen. Meanwhile, a mysterious caller who seems to know more than he should delivers a warning to Jo about Kai, who then goes missing. Despite her father's concerns, Jo sets off on a risky trip to Tunisia with a PSS team of teen prodigies to find an urgently needed solution for PSS and locate Kai. ALl the while, Jo has to trust the mysterious informant who, frighteningly, is like no one she has ever met before"--Flap page 1 of dust jacket
Fairy tail. 55, Room for one more
"Fate has led Natsu into a one-on-one showdown with Zeref! The Black Wizard finally begins to unravel the truth behind his plans, with Natsu at the center. Shocked beyond belief, Natsu almost loses it...Meanwhile, Magnolia is submerged in chaos. In the South, the combined forces of Lamia Scale and Mermaid Heel are desperately toughing it out, while in the North, the allied forces of Saber Tooth and Blue Pegasus struggle to stand their ground. As the Wizard Saints gather in the East, a surprise guest swoops into the war between Zeref and Fairy Tail...How will the tides turn in this final battle?!" -- Page [4] of cover
No going back
Told over the course of forty-eight hours, seventeen-year-old Tony heads back to his old life in Des Moines, Washington after being released from a youth detention center, but toxic old relationships and unforseen challenges make staying on the straight-and-narrow nearly impossible
Stormcaster a shattered realms novel
"From New York Times bestselling author Cinda Williams Chima comes the third gripping adventure in the Shattered Realms series, where intricately interwoven storylines converge as the warring Seven Realms struggle to unite against a horrific tyrant. Vagabond seafarer Evan Strangward can move wind, waves, and weather, but his magical abilities can't protect him forever from the brutal Empress Celestine. As Celestine's relentless bloodsworn armies grow, Evan travels to the Fells to warn the queendom that an invasion is imminent. If he can't convince the Gray Wolf queen to take a stand, he knows that the Seven Realms will fall, and his last sanctuary will be destroyed. Among the dead will be the one person Evan can't stand to lose. Meanwhile, the queen's formidable daughter, Princess Alyssa ana'Raisa, is already a prisoner aboard the empress's ship, sailing east. Lyss may be the last remaining hope of bringing down the empress from within her own tightly controlled stronghold." -- Amazon
Sasaki and Miyano. 4
"What is Sasaki to Miyano? The question rings through Miyano's mind as he struggles to come to a decision. After all, Miyano likes girls and not guys...right? Meanwhile, surprise reunions with old crushes and Miyano's first drag beauty pageant push Sasaki's self-restraint to the limit..."--Provided by publisher
The dos and donuts of love
"This pun-filled YA contemporary romance finds a teenage girl competing in a televised baking competition, with contestants including her ex-girlfriend and a potential new crush"--
Three things I know are true
Five months ago, Liv's big brother, Jonah, shot himself. It was an accident. He didn't know that the gun was loaded. But the damage was done. Now he won't ever be leaving their small mill town like he planned. Jonah can't speak, can't walk, can't take care of himself at all. Their house is full of machines and nurses working around the clock to keep Jonah alive. Liv's mom is struggling to cope with the aftermath, so Liv ends up being the one to soothe Jonah when he gets agitated, to lie with him when he can't sleep, and to see the carefree brother she's sure is still inside him somewhere. Liv hasn't spoken to Clay, Jonah's best friend, since the accident, even though he lives just across the street. The gun belonged to Clay's father, and Clay was with Jonah that terrible day. With Liv's mom suing Clay's father, there are lines Liv is not supposed to cross. As their entire community chooses sides, she feels the distance between them growing every day. Liv knows that Clay is nearly as broken as Jonah. She knows his life also changed forever the same moment as Jonah's. And she refuses to turn away from Clay, just as she refuses to give up on Jonah
Lord of blade and bone
Montaigne to use his powers, Lady Charlotte Sand and her rebellion also seek to use Luc to secure peace, but betrayal and dark forces threaten to unravel their fight for freedom
Torch
"When 17-year-old Pavol fatally sets himself on fire in Prague in 1969 to protest the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia, his three best friends must figure out how to survive an oppressive regime without him"--
Bad Graces
Yellowjackets meets House of Hollow in award-winning author Kyrie McCauley’s gripping and magical YA thriller following a group of young women as they face the stress of harsh elements, a mysterious monster, and an unraveling of secrets after their yacht is wrecked off the coast of North America. Liv Whitlock knows she doesn’t belong there. But after years of stumbling between foster homes, often due to her own self-destructive tendencies, Liv desperately needs to change the trajectory of her life . . . so she steals her perfect sister’s identity. Liv starts to rewrite her story, winning a prestigious internship on a movie set filming in Alaska, and finds herself on a luxury yacht alongside pop star Paris Grace, actress sisters Effie and Miri Knight, Olympic gymnast Rosalind Torres, and social media influencer Celia Jones. Liv tries to find common ground with her famous companions, but just as the group starts to bond, a violent storm wrecks their vessel, stranding them on an island in the North Pacific Ocean. Among the threats of starvation and exposure, they learn there is a predator lurking in the forest, unlike anything they’ve seen before—until they begin to see it in themselves. Every injury they suffer on the island causes inexplicable changes in their bodies. With little hope for rescue and only each other as their final tether to humanity, can the girls endure the ominous forces at work on the island? Or will they lose themselves to their darker natures?
Down and across
"Sixteen-year-old Scott Ferdowsi's impromptu trip to a famous professor for advice about success turns into a summer of freedom that brings him answers in unexpected places"--
Say yes summer
Before heading off to college in the fall, Rachel Walls decides to give in to the universe for the summer and say yes to everything, bringing her friendship, new experiences, and, if she lets her guard down, love
This is where we die
Six out of eight teens who made it out alive from a ski trip two years ago must fight for their survival again--this time from a lurking killer on a secluded island
Anne of Green Gables
An unforgettable character beloved by generations of readers Redheaded orphan Anne Shirley longs for a real home, somewhere she can truly belong. When she first arrives at the Green Gables house on Prince Edward Island, it's everything she ever imagined. But to stay, she'll first have to convince Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert to adopt her. And that means controlling her temper (even when Gilbert Blythe calls her "Carrots"), staying out of trouble (and away from hair dye), and not getting too carried away with her daydreams (though she would make the perfect Lady of Shallot floating down the river). Anne might not always get it quite right, but she does keep things interesting... Through Anne's eyes, the ordinary world becomes magical and every day is an adventure. She inspires the dreamer in all of us, never hesitates to say the things we wish we could get away with, and makes us cherish every kindred spirit we meet. It's no surprise Anne is loved around the world by generations of readers. This new edition lovingly restores the original, unabridged text and includes an all-new, exclusive introduction with special memories from L.M. Montgomery's granddaughter
One piece. 55-56-57, Impel down
Join Monkey D. Luffy and his swashbuckling crew in their search for the ultimate treasure, the One Piece
Maid-sama! 3 & 4
As if being class president of a predominantly male high school wasn't hard enough, Misaki Ayuzawa has a major secret -- she works at a maid cafe after school! How is she supposed to keep her image of being ultra smart, strong and overachieving intact once school heartthrob Takumi Usui discovers her double life?
Bittersweet in the Hollow
When a girl goes missing in her secluded Appalachian town, seventeen-year-old Linden, who can taste other people's emotions, recovers haunting memories of her own disappearance and explores the legend of the Moth-Wigned Man, leading her to wonder if there are some secrets best left buried
Blue box. 2, An ordinary girl
Taiki's new doubles partner puts him on an intense training regimen that makes his dream of reaching nationals start to feel a little more achievable. Then Taiki meets another badminton player with eyes for Chinatsu. Will this new rival spell the end for Taiki's romantic aspirations?
I'm dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas
To help save for her elite ballet academy tryouts, Noelle accompanies her favorite babysitting clients on their Christmas holiday, and when their son Wyatt unexpectedly arrives Noelle keeps accidentally stepping on his toes despite him being the pas de deux partner of her dreams
Kamisama kiss. 7
Unhappy about being left behind at the shrine when Nanami and Tomoe go to school, Mizuki takes a secret trip into town that could end in disaster
Frostbite a graphic novel
"Teen influencers Jen and Dante post wild videos of themselves doing extreme sports. But when they jump out of a helicopter to ski down a mountain, the stunt goes way wrong. Dante's ankle gets slashed, and the helicopter crew -- who were supposed to be waiting at the bottom of the mountain -- are nowhere to be found. As the confused teens seek answers from some locals, they all find themselves flesh-to-fang, trapped in an isolated cabin surrounded by frost vampires!" --
School-live! 4
With Kurumi injured and her condition worsening, the newest member of the School Living Club makes a choice
Insomniacs after school. 7
Two sleepless teenagers find kinship as they escape to their school's astronomy observatory. Unable to sleep at night, Ganta Nakami is cranky in class and unpopular with his classmates. He discovers that the school observatory, once used by the now-defunct astronomy club, may be the perfect place for a nap--but he's not alone. Fellow insomniac Isaki Magari is willing to share the observatory with Nakami, and a friendship between the two begins as they bond over the most unlikely things. After disobeying Magari's parents, Nakami and Magari face a strict separation. Magari is banned from having any contact with Nakami outside of school. Overwhelmed with guilt, the duo reluctantly agrees to put their connection on hold. At the same time, the astronomy club faces disbandment, and the pair must make a bold move to save it. Can Nakami and Magari defy the odds to salvage both their relationship and the future of the astronomy club?
Messy roots a graphic memoir of a Wuhanese American
Seamlessly toggling between past and present, this funny graphic memoir follows a queer Chinese American's immigration to Texas where she just wants to make the basketball team, escape Chinese school, and figure out why she is attracted to girls
Tiny dancer
"Siena Cherson Siegel dreamed of being a ballerina. Her love of movement and dedication to the craft earned her a spot at the School of American Ballet ... Siena has worked hard her whole life to be a professional ballet dancer, then makes the difficult decision to quit dancing and tries to figure out what comes next. But what do you do when you have spent your entire life working toward a goal, having that shape your identity, and then decide it's time to move on? How do you figure out what to do with your life? And how do you figure out who you are?"--
Float. 2
"Amidst the chaos of her parents' bitter divorce, Alaskan teenager Waverly Lyons trades in her textbooks and parka for a summer of suntans and short-shorts with her aunt in Florida. After a few weeks of dipping her toes into these new waters, she's actually starting to feel like she's found her people. And now that she's taken a few swimming lessons with Blake -- the super-tan, super-hot, super-arrogant lifeguard next door -- their relationship starts to turn into a romantic one. What will Waverly do with summer almost at an end? And what tragic events of his past led Blake to want to teach her?"--Amazon
Kakuriyo Bed & breakfast for spirits. 11
"Faced with the choice of being married to a strange spirit or being made into dinner, Aoi decides to create a third option for herself! Aoi Tsubaki inherited her grandfather's ability to see spirits--and his massive debt to them! Now she's been kidnapped and taken to Kakuriyo, the spirit world, to make good on his bill. Her options: marry the head of the inn her grandfather trashed, or get eaten by demons. But Aoi isn't the type to let spirits push her around, and she's determined to redeem her grandfather's IOU on her own terms! When staff members from rival inn Orio-ya show up at Tenjin-ya to retrieve Ginji, Aoi isn't about to let them take her friend. But her impetuous attempt at a rescue ends up with her spirited away to the Southern Lands! Now Aoi must find a way to navigate a new, hostile situation without the support of the friends she's grown so used to at Tenjin-ya. Good thing she can always count on the power of good food!" --
Seraph of the end. Vampire reign. 14
" Ferid Bathory and Krul Tepes have been captured by the other vampire nobles and the members of Shinoa Squad are forced to bide their time while the two vampires are sentenced to days of exposure torture. And what better place to wait than in Ferid's own mansion in Osaka? Meanwhile, the Demon Army is gearing up for a coup in Shibuya, but Guren has a plan of his own that involves Yuichiro"--pg.4 of cover
Insomniacs after school. 2
"Unable to sleep at night, Ganta Nakami is cranky in class and unpopular with his classmates. He discovers that the school observatory, once used by the now-defunct astronomy club, may be the perfect place for a nap--but he's not along. Fellow insomniac Isaki Magari is willing to share the observatory with Nakami, and a friendship between the two begins as they bond over the most unlikely things. The school forces the insomniacs' newly re-formed astronomy club to operate as a proper club. The problem is, neither Nakami--its new president--nor the club's faculty advisor know a thing about astronomy. Yui Shiromaru, once a prize-winning astrophotographer, now the manager of a small-town video arcade, might just be the person they need."--Back cover
One piece. 19-20-21, Baroque works
Luffy and pals head for Rainbase, the fabled city of dreams. While protecting Vivi, their royal charge, Luffy gets sidetracked by the devious pirate captain Crocodile for some cozy one-on-one time! While Vivi makes her way to the palace of her birthright, Straw Hats hnavigator Nami is on her own in a throw-down battle with Ms. Doublefinger of the Baroque Qorks!"--Page 4 of cover
Waiting for spring. 3
"Mizuki is a shy girl who's about to enter high school, and vows to open herself up to new friendships. Of course, the four stars of the boys' basketball team weren't exactly the friends she had in mind! Yet, when they drop by the café where she works, the five quickly hit it off. Soon she's been accidentally thrust into the spotlight, targeted by jealous girls. And will she expand her mission to include... love?"--Amazon
Cat + gamer. 1
"Riko, a twenty-nine-year-old office worker with an obsession for video games, finds her quiet life upended when she takes in a stray cat! Having no experience with pets, Riko uses lessons drawn from video games to guide her in cat care, while her cute companion tries to understand her behavior through a cat's worldview."--cover
Magi the labyrinth of magic. 28
The Kou Empire has fallen to civil war as the forces of Koen an Hakuryu battle on the Kanan Plain. Koen's powerful Western Army boasts more men and Metal Vessel users, but Hakuryu has a secret weapon that could turn the tide
My hero academia. 8, Yaoyorozu rising
What would the world be like if 80 percent of the population manifested superpowers called "Quirks"? Heroes and villains would be battling it out everywhere! Being a hero would mean learning to use your power, but where would you go to study? The Hero Academy of course! But what would you do if you were one of the 20 percent who were born Quirkless? The U.A. students have reached the practical portion of their final exam, but they didn't expect to have to beat their own teachers in order to pass! Paired with his archrival Bakugo, Midoriya has to try to take on none other than All Might himself. Working with Bakugo is one thing, but is giving everything he's got to beat All Might more than Midoriya can handle? And in a nearby arena, Yaoyorozu and Todoroki endure a similar struggle. All the while, a sinister new adversary prepares to make a move
New Books for Kids
Finding My Place : A Novel
After moving to an affluent suburb of Denver in 1975, ninth-grader Tiphanie, the only Black girl in her new high school, feels out of place until she befriends another outsider-Jackie Sue, whose "trailer trash" home life makes Tiphanie's problems seem like a walk in the park. In October 1975, while most teens are worried about their Happy Days Halloween costumes, Tiphanie Jayne Baker has bigger problems. Her parents have just decided to uproot the family to the ritzy suburb of Brent Hills, Colorado, and now she's the only Black girl at a high school full of Barbies. But, the longer Tiphanie stays in her new neighborhood, the more her ties to her old community start to fray. Now that nowhere feels like home, exactly where does she belong?
Barbie in Princess power [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
Barbie is Kara, a princess that can transform into Super Sparkle, and discovers that she must team up with her jealous cousin, Dark Sparkle, to save the kingdom from their common enemy
La Pimpa i el cavall volador
A la Pimpa li encanta fer nous amics! Durant una excursió a la muntanya, l'Armand i ella es diverteixen imaginant figures als núvols. Però una de les formes no és un núvol, sinó un cavall volador! Així la Pimpa coneix a en Pipo i junts viuran emocionants aventures pel cel. Uneix-te a les aventures de la gosseta vermella més eixerida! © Franco Cosimo Panini Editore Spa © 2003 Francesco Tullio Altan / Quipos Srl (P)2022 Saga Egmont
Unicorn Day
The most important rule of Unicorn Day is to have fun, fun, fun! The unicorns are celebrating their favorite day of the year, complete with rainbows, cupcakes, butterflies, and all sorts of joyful things. But when it's revealed there's an impostor in their midst, the party comes to a screeching halt... Will the unicorns welcome all and continue their fun in all its glittery glory? A clever, colorful, and over-the-top picture book about unicorns, celebrations, and most importantly, friendship
Noodle helps Gabriel say goodbye
After losing her first two forever homes, Noodle knows all about the sadness of goodbyes. But in her new home with Andrea and as an official Helper Hound, Noodle helps Gabriel deal with the loss of his grandfather
Rabbit and His Hair
The Rabbit goes to see the Barber with one specific request-he wants longer hair! When the Barber tells the Rabbit he only gives haircuts and cannot grow hair, the Rabbit realizes he must grow his hair over time. Rabbit and His Hair is a charming story of the importance of patience and self-care. About the Author: Ellena Tilaj loves swimming, bike riding, roller skating, baking, and telling stories to her kids. Tilaj is dyslexic and slightly hard of hearing, so she works hard to learn. Rabbit and His Hair is based on Tilaj's son telling her, "Save your money, Mom. Don't buy what you don't need."
Pedro and the shark
Pedro is excited for his class's trip to the aquarium, but when he gets separated from the others near the shark tank, he gets frightened and starts running to and fro--until he takes a hint from the shark to stop going in circles
Wendy the Witch works hard : working hard
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills are the tools that every child needs to succeed in school and in life. This book introduces readers to the SEL skill of self-discipline, a key part of the SEL core concept of self-management. Readers will follow Wendy as she works hard to put together a party for her friends. Eye-catching illustrations, a stimulating storyline, and a relatable situation will engage students as they acquire integral skills for daily life. For a comprehensive learning experience, this fiction title can be paired with the nonfiction title You Have the Power (ISBN: 9781725354852). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides vocabulary, reflections, background knowledge, text-dependent questions, whole class activities, and independent activities
Off pointe
When Meg's summer ballet program is canceled and her ballet teacher suggests she attend Camp Dance to learn new dance styles, Meg is devastated. Worse still, her teacher thinks she lacks stage presence and needs to connect more with her audience. At camp, Meg struggles to learn contemporary dance. A girl named Logan, who is jealous of Meg's ballet technique and her friendship with Nio, a cute contemporary dancer, makes Meg's life even more difficult. When Meg, Nio and Logan have to work together to create a piece for the final show, arguments threaten to ruin their dance. Unless they are able to overcome their differences, Meg's time at Camp Dance will have been a disaster from start to finish
Byggare Bob - Hjältinnan Vilma!
Saffi har ritat en helt fantastisk trädkoja och hon vet precis vem som ska bygga den: Byggare Bob och hans team! Men det visar sig bli ett svårt uppdrag. Plötsligt ser det ut som att Saffi inte kommer få någon trädkoja. Kan hennes stora idol Vilma rädda dagen?
Ms. Coco Is Loco!
Something weird is going on! It's Poetry Month! And Ms. Coco, who runs the gifted and talented program, is poetry crazy! She cries when she sees a sunset! She thinks boys should have feelings! She talks in rhyme! All the time! Will A.J.'s life ever be normal again?
Aru Shah and the song of death
Accused of stealing the god of love's bow and arrow, Aru has ten days to find the real thief or risk being kicked out of the Otherworld
Ready When You Are : Ready When You Are
A remarkable YA love story between two Aboriginal boys, one who doesn't want to accept he's gay, and the boy who comes to live in his house who makes him realize who he is. It's a hot summer, and life's going all right for Jackson and his family on the Mish. It's almost Christmas, school's out, and he's hanging with his mates, teasing the visiting tourists, and avoiding the racist boys in town. Just like every year, Jackson's Aunty and annoying little cousins visit from the city, but this time a mysterious boy with a troubled past comes with them. As their friendship evolves, Jackson must confront the changing shapes of his relationships with his friends, family, and community. And, he must face his darkest secret, a secret he thought he'd locked away for good
Cape Cod surprise : Oliver matches wits with Hurricane Carol
Oliver returns! The character we came to love in Oliver's Surprise finds himself on Cape Cod aboard his grandfather's boat, the beloved "Surprise" as a major hurricane threatens to make landfall. In 1954, Hurricane Carol's wrath was felt from the Carolinas to Maine, and in Boston, she blew down the spire of the historic Old North Church. Her destruction was so complete that the name will never again be used; Carol was the first Atlantic hurricane name in history to be retired. Once again, young readers see New England coastal history through the eyes of our intrepid Oliver, now a seasoned time traveler. As Carol starts to bear down on the sandy coastline, Oliver must face his own fears and uncertainties while contending with a renegade aunt and another time traveler who refuses to let go of modern niceties
Abigail's wish
Spring. Beautiful blossoms. Chirping peepers. Trees swaying in their new greenery. Pussy willows glistening in furry white coats. Rain and warmth. New births and new beginnings...Ten-year-old Abigail Price is excited about spring in her new home in Birchtown. Spring means lots of things, like flower buds and fresh leaves and her Aunt Dinah's new baby. She's hoping it also means she'll get a new dress to wear for the celebration, but new clothing, like many things, is hard to come by. The first children's picture book set in historic Birchtown, Nova Scotia, Abigail's Wish is a window into the life of a Black Loyalist family in the early years of the historic colony. Through the eyes of young Abigail, this stunning collaboration between poet and novelist Gloria Ann Wesley and award-winning illustrator Richard Rudnicki will teach readers about Black Loyalist life, and the value of friendship and patience
The tower of time
Max's twin is public enemy number one, and it is up to the Midknights to avoid looming dangers like trolls and pirates to find her before time runs out
The last gargoyle
Penhallow Fitch, a gargoyle assigned to protect a Boston apartment building, must fight against evil spirits called Netherkin and the Boneless King to keep the residents of the building and the city safe
Russkai︠a︡ narodnai︠a︡ skazka "Repka"
Some Kind of Wonderful
USA TODAY bestselling author Sarah Morgan will sweep you away with her Puffin Island series! In a town where anything can happen, sometimes love can be found in the most unlikely place of all… Her whole life, Puffin Islander Brittany Forrest has dreamed of adventure. And at the age of eighteen, she thought she'd found it in bad boy Zachary Flynn. But after just ten tempestuous, smoldering days, their whirlwind marriage went up in smoke, and Brittany resolved to put him out of her mind forever. Zach knows he let Brittany down, but being back on Puffin Island and seeing Brittany again stirs up long-buried emotions. This daredevil pilot has never felt worthy of her, yet he can't stay away-even when he knows the chemistry between them will only complicate his life. As long, hot summer days on the beach dissolve into sultry, starry nights, Brittany and Zach find that the sparks between them are more powerful than ever. Could it be that the second time around, their dreams of a happy-ever-after will finally come true? Originally published in 2015
Peggy Little-Legs : Little Gems
A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers. A little sausage dog discovers that she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers. Peggy the sausage dog feels really sad when she finds she's too small to really compete with the other dogs at puppy school. Her little legs and long body make it hard for her to jump high or run very fast. But when one of her school friends has a dangerous fall, it's Peggy who comes to the rescue, proving that heroes come in all different sizes!
Otherwise known as Sheila the Great
A summer in Tarrytown, N.Y., is a lot of fun for ten-year-old Sheila even though her friends make her face up to some self-truths she doesn't want to admit
The Crayon that Lost its Color
In a lively box of crayons, one little crayon feels different: his color has vanished! Determined to find it, he asked Red, Blue, Green, and others for help. Each friend reassured him that his color wasn't missing but uniquely his own. Despite their kind words, doubt crept in. But as he searches high and low, he begins to wonder: what if his color is gone forever? Join this heartfelt adventure of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of embracing what makes us unique. Will the little crayon find what he's looking for, or is there something even more special waiting to be uncovered? His journey of self-discovery taught him that true value isn't about blending in but embracing one's uniqueness. A charming tale that reminds us all: sometimes, what makes us stand out is exactly what makes us shine
Dixie and the school trip
When Dixie sneaks her way onto the school bus with Emma, the two friends are in for a real trip! A class trip, in fact, to the dinosaur museum! Emma and her classmates learn all about how the dinosaurs lived from a real dinosaur expert. But when Dixie takes dinosaur bones like they're doggie treats, Emma steps in to save the museum. Can the pair dig their way out of their mess? Dixie and the School Trip is the fourth I Can Read story starring Dixie-a fantastic addition to any beginning reader's library
Star power
Charly St. James takes on her biggest challenge yet when her television show goes for a ratings sweep by making over the life of a not-so-willing small-town teen with a big secret. . . Charly St. James is on top, and she's determined to keep it that way. That's why she and the producers have come up with a plan to take The Extreme Dream Team to the next level--by turning loners into VIPs. After all, how can you enjoy your new digs if your life is jacked up? But when Charly meets her first makeover, Nia, she knows she'll have to do more than dress her up and boost her self-esteem. Nia is living in the shade of her twin sister, who is luxuriating in a major case of pretty girl syndrome. And the more Charly tries to get Nia to shine, the more her twin sabotages her mission. Good thing Charly loves a challenge, 'cause these twins' troubles are more than skin deep. .
The leopard behind the moon
No one knows what lies beyond the magical village door, but Ezomo is determined to find out. Mayonn Paasewe-Valchev's debut is an unforgettable coming-of-age story about friendship, family, and long-standing traditions. The power of storytelling comes to life in this novel perfect for fans of Erin Entrada Kelly, Tracey Baptiste, and Tae Keller. There are three important laws in Ezomo's village: Do not go to The Valley, do not go out at night, and never, ever, ever open the magical door that protects them all. But when Ezomo encounters the leopard believed to have killed his father, he and his two best friends embark on a journey that leads them past the boundaries set by their elders. With his friends by his side, Ezomo chases after the leopard, certain that it has the power to cure all. But in the process, he discovers the truth about his village. And that cautionary tales exist for a reason. Mayonn Paasewe-Valchev's debut novel balances a gripping adventure with themes of friendship, community, identity, grief, and resilience. Poignant and memorable, Ezomo's story will appeal to fantasy lovers and readers of Grace Lin and Kelly Barnhill
The day the earth blew up a Looney Tunes movie
That's not all folks! Porky Pig and Daffy Duck, one of the greatest comedic duos in history, are making their hilarious return to the big screen in this sci-fi comedy adventure. This is the first-ever fully animated Looney Tunes feature-length movie created for a cinema audience. Porky and Daffy are our unlikely heroes and Earth's only hope when facing the threat of alien invasion. In this buddy-comedy of epic proportions, they race to save the world, delivering all the laugh-out-loud gags and vibrant visuals that have made the Looney Tunes so iconic, but on a scope and scale yet to be experienced
Anya's secret society
Left-handed Anya draws with great passion . . . but only when she's alone. In Russia, right-handedness is demanded--it is the right way. This cultural expectation stifles young Anya's creativity and artistic spirit as she draws the world around her in secret. Hiding away from family, teachers, and neighbors, Anya imagines a secret society of famous left-handed artists drawing alongside her. But once her family emigrates from Russia to America, her life becomes less clandestine, and she no longer feels she needs to conceal a piece of her identity
Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of Monsters
Theodora's monster foster family broke the rules when they chose to raise her, and when someone threatens to divulge their secret, she must find the culprit to protect their way of life
Community Heroes : iCivics
Learn about the real, everyday heroes in your community with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a bonus project, and other exciting features. This 20-page full-color book explores the responsibilities of local heroes, from food workers to trash collectors. It also covers key civics concepts like leadership and helping others, and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about careers, communities, and being responsible
This book is perfect!
Finn the frog is happiest when everything is perfectly clean, so what can Finn do when a mess gets out of control
Samuel Morse and the Telegraph : Inventions and Discovery
In this compelling graphic novel, follow the amazing life of Samuel Morse, who developed a working telegraph in 1844 and changed the way people communicated. With comic book-style illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding, making this graphic novel a must-have in any home, classroom, or library
Schoolbot 9000
When the school district replaces his beloved teachers with glitchy Schoolbots, eleven-year-old James teams up with an unlikely ally to stop his middle school from turning into a cold, test-driven nightmare
Big Nate. Remain Calm!
Big Nate delights middle grade readers with stories of mischief and misadventure in these full-color comics featuring sixth grader Nate Wright and friends at P.S. 38. Middle school can be a hot mess-especially for sixth-grader Nate Wright. Whether he's bluffing his way through an oral report about...umm...some random war, peer-reviewing a classmate's story about cats, or writing a book report on a literary gem called The Cheerleader Chronicles, Nate's usually up to his eyeballs in stress. But our hero always finds ways to cope. Like bringing Spitsy to school as an emotional support dog. Or creating a graphic novel to (sort of) complete his math homework. Nate even authors a no-nonsense advice column with a title that says it all: Ask the Genius. So take a tip from P.S. 38's resident renaissance man: When problems start piling up, do what Nate does: REMAIN CALM!
Human spaceflight rockets and rivalry
"Once humans figured out how to launch rockets into orbit, the Space Race between the US and USSR began! Who will be the first to fly outside of Earth's atmosphere, walk on the moon, or build a working lab in orbit? Follow the story of how the race to the moon became international teamwork in orbit, and find out how to travel at 17,500 mph, take a shower with no water, and go to the bathroom when there's no gravity. When it comes to human spaceflight, the sky is not the limit!"
Adventure time. Sugary shorts. Volume 4
Collects the adventures of such Land of Ooo residents as Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, Cinnamon Bun, Princess Bubblegum, and Marceline the Vampire Queen
The first and final voyage : the sinking of the Titanic
On April 10, 1912, fourteen-year-old Christopher Watkins boards the Titanic with his family. While sailing across the Atlantic, the giant ship strikes an iceberg and begins to sink! Christopher must quickly find a way to save his family
The rescue adventure of Stenny Green, Hindenburg crash eyewitness
On an airfield in New Jersey . . . a boy witnesses disaster. Lakehurst, New Jersey, 1937. Stenny Green loves to build model airships. He's excited to learn the Hindenburg will land in his town. He sneaks off to the airfield to catch a glimpse of it. The night turns to tragedy when the Hindenburg explodes in the sky. Can Stenny help the wreck's survivors?
Sonic the Hedgehog. 7, All or nothing
"The world has completely fallen to the Metal Virus. Sonic the Hedgehog and his friends find themselves on Angel Island, the last safe place, launching a desperate plan with their old foe, Dr. Eggman, to defeat the Deadly Six and reclaim the Chaos Emeralds in a last-ditch effort to save the world."--
Super dinosaur. Compendium one
COLLECTING THE ENTIRE HIT SERIES IN ONE VOLUME FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME The Evil Max Maximus wants to get to Inner-Earth! He wants the dinosaurs that live there! He wants the powerful DynOre mineral that originates there! SUPER DINOSAUR and DEREK DYNAMO are the only ones who can stop him! The fate of the world rests on the shoulders of a ten-year-old kid and his best friend, a nine-foot-tall Tyrannosaurus Rex who loves to play video games. Superstars ROBERT KIRKMAN (INVINCIBLE, THE WALKING DEAD) and JASON HOWARD (Batman**_, The Flash**_) present the action-packed buddy story perfect for readers of all ages-and all species!
Heartstopper. Volume 4
¡El colegio organiza una excursión a París! Nick y Charlie van a aprovechar su visita a la ciudad del amor para contarles a sus compañeros sobre su relación, pero ¿se animarán? Charlie tiene terror de que Nick sufra el mismo bullying que le hicieron a él un año atrás al salir del armario. Y Nick está preocupado porque sospecha que algo le ocurre a Charlie y no sabe qué hacer. ¿Es normal que coma tan poco? ¿Debería hablar con él? Mientras tanto, Tao y Elle tendrán que hacerle frente a sus sentimientos, y Tara y Darcy van a contar su historia de amor para que Nick y Charlie se animen a compartir la suya con el mundo. ¡Bienvenue al tercer tomo de Heartstopper!
A funny thing happened on the way to Paris
Julie, Lucy, and Alia are best friends and share the same passion: dance. Piling on the classes, they're training hard to get into the National Ballet Competition in Paris. However, one main rival is right in their very school: archenemy Carla
Oh, brother a graphic memoir
"An autobiographical story about an Australian girl named Gina who navigates a family move, starting middle school, and going through puberty while simultaneously negotiating the evolving needs of her nonverbal autistic brother, Rob"-- Provided by publisher
Slime for dinner
"Geronimo receives a mysterious package. It was a coffin. And it was gift-wrapped! It was an invitation to a spine-tingling mystery dinner at Cacklefur Castle. Geronimo, Thea, and Trap find spiders, bats, and ... something slimy. Can Geronimo solve the mystery before he is frightened out of his fur?"--Amazon.com
We are big time
Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team, and she learns about teamwork and herself
The old Willis place a ghost story graphic novel
"Diana and her little brother, Georgie, know every inch of the land around the old Willis place, a crumbling mansion that some people say is haunted. They climb the trees and swim in the pond. And they can do whatever they want, even stay up all night. They don't have to change their clothes, brush their hair, or go to school. They have total freedom -- as long as they don't leave the grounds. When Lissa arrives with her father, the new caretaker of the estate, Diana is overjoyed. She's been wishing for a friend. She can show Lissa all her favorite spots, and they can share their favorite books. Maybe Lissa can even help her uncover the ghastly secret of the creepy old Willis house. But there are rules that must be followed in order to keep the peace. Diana and Georgie aren't allowed to make friends. If Diana makes contact with Lissa, she could unleash evil forces beyond her control -- and then they'll all be sorry."--Back cover
The Haunting of Lavender Raine
"A chillingly endearing paranormal mystery that will delight and haunt middle grade readers!" Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ Thirteen-year-old Lavender Raine does not believe in ghosts. Or spirits. Or specters-or whatever you want to call them. But when her cat bolts into the woods and she chases after him, they are confronted by a chilling presence that puts her belief to the test. With her grandmother's necklace disappearing, her best friend having bully trouble, and that ghost-or whatever it is-showing up at every turn, things keep getting worse. With help from her quirky friend, Rosie, and her sassy cat, Blot, can Lavender find the necklace and get rid of whatever is haunting her? ✓ Ages 8-12 ✓ Chapter Book ✓ Good for Short Attention Spans ✓ Funny ✓ Paranormal ✓ Similar scare level to a Goosebumps book "Eerily good!" (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "It has the right about if creepiness, without being terrifying." (Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "Delightfully creepy!" (Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "Final verdict, go grab a copy now! Also, order a few extra to give as treats at Halloween." (Goodreads Review) ★★★★★
Enderman : an unofficial Minecraft book
When an Enderman comes to town, two friends are, faced with an interesting trade-off. New friends Alex and Steve have had their share of adventure, but they are in for another big surprise, when things start mysteriously disappearing (only to be, replaced with others!). Compassionate Steve is worried about the villagers and has convinced stubborn but good-hearted Alex to join him in his efforts to improve the construction of buildings. All seems to be going well when the crowned jewel of the village church is, stolen. An emerald has gone missing! Bothered by the recent string of disappearances, Steve posits that there is an Enderman lurking in the shadows. Alex has never seen an Enderman in real life, but Steve cautions that they can be extremely dangerous, before suddenly disappearing. Enderman is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship with pictures sure to capture the attention of your child, right in time for the holidays!
The Humming of Numbers : A Novel
Aidan is poised to take his monastic vows-until a girl enters the abbey, one who hums of the number eleven. Aidan has the ability to hear the humming of numbers, a buzzing energy given off by living things. He is captivated and tormented by the mysterious girl, Lana, who has some unusual abilities of her own. How can he become a monk when his mind is filled with impure thoughts? Before he can begin to sort his feelings out, the Vikings raid. Only Aidan and Lana can save the village from certain, violent death, and only if they learn to trust in their mysterious talents
Tink and the Messy mystery : a Disney read along
Read along with Disney! Someone has been going through the fairies' private things and leaving horrible messes all over Pixie Hollow -- but who could it be? Follow along with the word-for-word narration as Tinker Bell solves this messy mystery!
Revolution : Revolution
*A 2014 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST* It's 1964, and Sunny's town is being invaded. Or at least that's what the adults of Greenwood, Mississippi, are saying. All Sunny knows is that people from up north are coming to help people register to vote. They're calling it Freedom Summer.Meanwhile, Sunny can't help but feel like her house is being invaded, too. She has a new stepmother, a new brother, and a new sister crowding her life, giving her little room to breathe. And things get even trickier when Sunny and her brother are caught sneaking into the local swimming pool -- where they bump into a mystery boy whose life is going to become tangled up in theirs.As she did in her groundbreaking documentary novel COUNTDOWN, award-winning author Deborah Wiles uses stories and images to tell the riveting story of a certain time and place -- and of kids who, in a world where everyone is choosing sides, must figure out how to stand up for themselves and fight for what's right. Praise for THE SIXTIES TRILOGY #1: COUNTDOWN:* "Wiles skillfully keeps many balls in the air, giving readers a story that appeals across the decades as well as offering enticing paths into the history." -- BOOKLIST, starred review* "The larger story . . . told here in an expert coupling of text and design, is how life endures, even triumphs, no matter how perilous the times." -- HORN BOOK, starred review* "References to duct tape (then newly invented), McDonald's and other pop culture lend authenticity to this phenomenal story of the beginnings of radical change in America." -- KIRKUS, starred review* "Wiles palpably recreates the fear kids felt when air-raid sirens and duck-and-cover drills were routine . . . this story is sure to strike a chord with those living through tough times today." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review Deborah Wiles is the author of the picture book Freedom Summer and the novels: Love, Ruby Lavender; The Aurora County All-Stars; Each Little Bird That Sings, a National Book Award finalist; and A Long Line of Cakes. She is also the author of the documentary novels Countdown; Revolution, a National Book Award Finalist; and Anthem. She has vivid memories of ducking and covering under her school desk during air raid drills at the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis. She also sang in the Glee Club, was a champion speller, and hated Field Day. Deborah lives in Atlanta, Georgia. You can visit her on the web at deborahwiles.com. Praise for THE SIXTIES TRILOGY #1: COUNTDOWN:* "Wiles skillfully keeps many balls in the air, giving readers a story that appeals across the decades as well as offering enticing paths into the history." -- BOOKLIST, starred review* "The larger story . . . told here in an expert coupling of text and design, is how life endures, even triumphs, no matter how perilous the times." -- HORN BOOK, starred review* "References to duct tape (then newly invented), McDonald's and other pop culture lend authenticity to this phenomenal story of the beginnings of radical change in America." -- KIRKUS, starred review* "Wiles palpably recreates the fear kids felt when air-raid sirens and duck-and-cover drills were routine . . . this story is sure to strike a chord with those living through tough times today." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review
The Body in the Bonfire : Faith Fairchild
Caterer and small-town minister's wife Faith Fairchild might never have accepted the job teaching a course on Cooking for Idiots at Mansfield Academy had it not been for Daryl Martin. An African-American student at the prestigious prep school, Daryl has lately become the target of a series of vicious and anonymous racial attacks -- and Faith is determined to put an end to the injustice. But Mansfield, she finds, is a seething cauldron of secrets, academic in-fighting, and unspoken rules that complicate her task. When someone tampers with her classroom cooking ingredients -- and then the remains of her prime suspect are discovered smoldering in a campus bonfire -- she realizes that a monstrous evil is stalking both Daryl and the school. And suddenly Faith's own life is in serious jeopardy as well!
Werewolf Max and the midnight zombies
How can you be the hero... if you're the monster? After a late-night encounter with a werewolf, Max finds himself thrust into a frightening world he never knew existed. Mysterious and powerful banshees, fierce and terrible werewolves, and mobs of mindless zombies lurk in the dark. Max must fight the dangers that threaten his home... But can he defeat the monster within himself?
A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall
From the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of A Rover's Story and Other Words for Home comes an extraordinary story about two friends, a ghost, a missing painting, and a turtle named Agatha. The perfect next read for fans of The Swifts, Kate DiCamillo, and Erin Entrada Kelly. A painting has been stolen…! When Rami sees a floating girl in the museum, he knows he has seen her somewhere before. Then he realizes: She looks just like the girl in the painting that has gone missing. But how does her appearance connect to the theft? Agatha the turtle knows—she has been watching from the garden. But she can’t exactly tell anyone…can she? Will Rami, with the help of his classmate, Veda, be able to solve the mystery? The clues are all around them, but they’ll have to be brave enough to really look. This is a whimsical, moving story about the universal desire to be seen and understood and how art can help us find connection, even when we are at our loneliest
Hawai'i volcanoes
"Learn all about Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, including how it was formed, which wildlife can be found there today, and how it is affected by environmental issues."--Provided by publisher
The question of the vomit vortex
It's a breezy new day and along with a tempest in a chocolate milk glass, Jesse's presented with a messy new mystery when Dorky Dougy loses his lunch while spinning on the merry-go-round. The big question is, why did the ballistic barf fling outwardly, as Dougy spun? Learn all about these centrifugal and centripetal forces that make up the vomit vortex!
The ocean in winter
The lives of the three Emery sisters were changed forever when Alex, eleven at the time, found their mother drowned in the bathtub of their home. After their mother's suicide, the girls' father shut down emotionally, leaving Alex responsible for caring for Colleen, then eight, and little Riley, just four. Now the girls are grown and navigating different directions. Alex, a nurse, has been traveling in India and grieving her struggle to have a child; Colleen is the devoted mother of preteens in denial that her marriage is ending; and Riley has been leading what her sisters imagine to be the dream life of a successful model in New York City. Decades may have passed, but the unresolved trauma of their mother's death still looms over them, creating distance between the sisters. Then, on a March night, a storm rages near the coast of northeastern Massachusetts. Alex sits alone in an old farmhouse she inherited from a stranger. The lights are out because of the storm; then, an unexpected knock at the door. When Alex opens it, her beautiful younger sister stands before her. Riley has long been estranged from their family, prompting Colleen to hire the private investigator from whom they'd been awaiting news. Comforted by her unexpected presence, Alex holds back her nagging questions: How had Riley found her? Wouldn't the dirt roads have been impassable in the storm? Why did Riley insist on disappearing back into the night? After her mysterious visitation, Alex and Colleen are determined to reconcile with Riley and to face their painful past, but the closer they come to finding their missing sister, the more they fear they'll only be left with Riley's secrets. An unforgettable story about grief, love, and what it means to be haunted, The Ocean in Winter marks the debut of a remarkable new voice in fiction. "Do we choose our memories, or do our memories choose us? That's the central question for the three sisters in Elizabeth de Veer's emotionally rich, incandescent debut novel. Ocean in Winter is a page-turner of a book with a family mystery at its core, and profoundly explores the ways in which women struggle to rebuild their lives after grief and trauma. You won't want to put it down once you start." "This tale of love, loss, grief, and connections is one that could shatter your heartstrings. It is a saga of family turmoil that hints of the supernatural-a world of spirits that try to alert of danger, the past, and the way forward." "The Ocean in Winter is a compelling, well-written debut with the title being more than significant for this riveting novel as it illustrates the emotions of grief, pain, and even happiness which are often synonymous with the cold, destructive, and mysterious sea." "With sharp, tender insight, Elizabeth de Veer's gorgeous novel lays bare the inner worlds of three sisters trying to cope with devastating, incomprehensible loss. I came to love these brave, flawed, easily recognizable characters as they reached for answers, and for each other, across some divides that could be breached and some that couldn't. Fiercely intelligent and always engaging, de Veer does what the best novelists do: she takes the full measure of her difficult subject, and transforms it through some alchemy into hard-won wisdom and grace." "A compelling portrait of a wounded family seeking a path forward. Elizabeth de Veer writes with nuanced understanding of the complexities of hurt and healing, and she knows how to tell a damn good story. Rich in dialogue, action, and a keen sense of place, The Ocean in Winter pulls the reader into the swirling vortex of three lives shaped by a family legacy that will not let them go." "The Ocean in Winter is my absolute favorite kind of novel: wise, beautiful, moving, sad, rich. This magical tapestry woven from the lives of three sisters trying to reconnect to each other and themselves in the wake of their mother's death does
The Secret Cellar
Set in the 1950s, Cora Dubois, Jimmie Mosher and their friends, Laszlo, George, and Ruby, discover they have a talent for getting to the bottom of local mysteries. Each book includes a "forgotten" craft or skill, and may address social/moral issues of the mid-twentieth century. In The Secret Cellar (Dubois Files book #1), Jimmie's family is in danger of losing their farm to the bank. Old Granny May seems to be trying to tell them something, but maybe she's just losing her mind. Joan Young has enjoyed the out-of-doors her entire life. Highlights of her outdoor adventures include Girl Scouting, which provided yearly training in camp skills, the opportunity to engage in a 10-day canoe trip, and numerous short backpacking excursions. She was selected to attend the 1965 Senior Scout Roundup in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, an international event to which 10,000 girls were invited. She has ridden a bicycle from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean in 1986, and on August 3, 2010 became the first woman to complete the North Country National Scenic Trail on foot. Her mileage totaled 4395 miles.She has recently begun writing more fiction, including short stories and cozy mysteries. A children's mystery series, set in the 1950s. The Dubois Files combine adventure and mystery without being violent or dark. They are set in the mid twentieth century when moral standards were generally expected to be upheld, and the children I've invented will sometimes be presented with opportunities to choose between right and wrong.It is my desire to promote diversity and inclusiveness, and yet, I do not believe that re-writing history is honest. Every decade or century is tarnished in various ways. Some of these societal flaws will appear in the stories.The primary characters in these books include Jimmie Mosher, of English descent; Cora Dubois with a Finnish mother and French father; Laszlo Szep, the son of a Hungarian tenant farmer; and George and Ruby Harris, a brother and sister of African-American ancestry. These ethnicities fit into the time and place without straining credulity. Of course, the extended families, and associated problems, will come into the plots
Cam Jansen and the Spaghetti Max mystery
While at the airport waiting for her father to pick up his best friend from childhood, Cam Jansen uses her photographic memory to help a distressed father find his missing daughter
Sleep Tight, Scooby : Doo!. Scooby-Doo!
Join Scooby-Doo as he sets out to solve his greatest mystery yet-the secret to falling asleep! But catching some Zs isn't always as easy as solving mysteries. Can Scooby sniff out the creepy shadows, investigate the bumps in the night, and unmask the imaginary monsters haunting his bedtime routine? Find out in this delightfully spooky picture book by award-winning author Michael Dahl
Frame and The McGuire
After Frame and her brother, Ranger, discover Uncle Tam's body in the river, they wonder if his death was really an accident. Their suspicions are confirmed when they find a knife under a rock. Clues mount up after they discover that their neighbour, Mr. McGuire, is mistreating Uncle Tam's dog, Sandy
Changemakers in Space : Women Leading the Way. Future Is Female
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Katie Ledecky : Inspire
Take your marks, go! Learn about swimming superstar Katie Ledecky in a profile packed with action photos and fact-filled text suitable for young readers. Complete with an overview of Katie's upbringing, her accomplishments in and out of the pool, and her many Olympic medals, this athlete biography has everything elementary sports fans crave. Includes table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index
Serena Williams : international tennis superstar
Serena Williams is the number-one-ranked women's professional tennis star in the world-and was recently named Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year. This powerful woman's rise to tennis stardom, spurred on by her work ethic and dedication to her sport, will prove inspirational for students, whether they are tennis fans or not. Students will learn about Serena Williams's life and the hard work it takes to rise to the top of one's sport or field
George W. Bush
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of George W. Bush, forty-third president of the United States. Presidents of the U.S.A. chronicles the lives of our nation's leaders, including some of the most famous figures in American history. Each book tells the fascinating story of a single president, from childhood and early life to the presidency and beyond. Additional sections explain the branches of government, the electoral college, the White House, and the various presidential perks. Exploring the lives and times of our presidents gives readers an inside look at the personalities, key developments, and important events that have shaped our nation's history
Nadia the girl who couldn't sit still
A biography of the young Romanian gymnast describes some of the ways her energy got her into trouble as a child, how she became involved in gymnastics, and how practice and determination led her to become an Olympic champion
A city of werewolves
A strange epidemic is taking over ancient Machu Picchu. Every full moon, llamas disappear from the Incan village, and villagers report hearing mysterious howls. Could it be a werewolf? Jorge, Amy, and Elena travel back in time to find out. As the sun sets and the full moon rises on the ancient Incan citadel, these brave monster hunters will have to face the darkness of night to solve the mystery. This graphic novel includes monster profiles and survival tips as well as in-depth content on the social structure, government, and fashion of the Inca Empire. Backmatter includes an activity page and character information. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Zombies and dragons and krakens, oh my! Join Elena, her big brother Jorge, and their friends Marcus, Fiona, and Amy as they travel through time, from the 20s to the 90s, hunting for mythical monsters and keeping them safe from the eyes of history! This graphic novel series includes monster profiles and survival tips as well as in-depth content on the social and political climate, entertainment, fashion, and popular idioms of that decade. Backmatter includes an activity page
My family & other animals
My Family and Other Animals is the story of the adventurous time Durrell and his family spent on the island of Corfu during his childhood. Worn down by the miserable English weather, Gerry's family takes the unusual step - for a 1930s British family - of moving somewhere hotter. Treated to the sunshine of Greece with its array of flora and fauna, young Gerald is in a budding naturalist's utopia, with the added bonus of being able to observe the unusual creatures known as his relatives. His placid mother, gun-obsessed brother Leslie, angst and acne-plagued sister Margo, and eldest brother the irascible author Larry put on a dazzling display of human quirk, and combine with strays such as Spiro the local taxi-driver to brilliant comic effect. Animal and human life combine in this beautiful, timelessly entertaining memoir
The real Albert Einstein
Everyone knows his story, but do you know the REAL history behind the story of Albert Einstein? History has never been so juicy! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, timeline, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension
You are fearless a book for the littlest Taylor Swift fans
An introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer and songwriter, Taylor Swift. This book presents Taylor's inspirational journey, encouraging children to be fearless, defy limits, and follow their hearts"--Provided by publisher
Jacques Cousteau
This title introduces readers to Jacques Cousteau, the great explorer who introduced millions of people to the undersea world from his ship the Calypso. Cousteau's life story is examined from his childhood to his marriage and his education at the French Naval Academy and his service in the French Navy and World War II. Cousteau's collaboration with engineer Emile Gagnan is included, including their invention of the Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus or SCUBA system, as is his invention of the underwater camera. Cousteau's film work is examined, including his Academy Award-winning films The Silent World (1956) and World Without Sun (1964), as is his famous series The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Leonardo da Vinci : Renaissance Artist and Inventor
Leonardo da Vinci lived during the Italian Renaissance, a time of great ideas and innovation. This enlightening biography details da Vinci's early life, including his apprenticeship with artist Andrea del Verrocchio. Through detailed, stunning photos and images, easy-to-read text, and captivating facts, children will learn about some of da Vinci's greatest works of art, including The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, and will discover how da Vinci perfectly embodied the spirit of the Renaissance. A glossary and index are provided to aid students in better understanding of the content and vocabulary. This book also includes an in-class activity to further students' understanding of one of da Vinci's inventions
Louis Réard: Bikini Designer
In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of the bikini, Louis Rǎrd. Follow Rǎrd's story from his early years designing cars for Renault to his creation and naming of the world's smallest swimsuit. Fun Facts, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO
Jayson Tatum : Sports Superstars
This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of basketball star Jayson Tatum. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7
Star stuff Carl Sagan and the mysteries of the cosmos
"A biography of Carl Sagan focusing on his childhood and culminating in the Voyager mission and the Golden Record"--Provided by publisher
Anne Frank : una luz en la oscuridad
Anne Frank's diary has become one of the most widely read books in the world. Readers will learn about Anne as she went into hiding from the Nazi Party in this nonfiction title. Through vibrant images, informational text, timelines, and a glossary of terms, readers will discover the hardships Anne and her family went through in order to avoid being sent to a concentration camp. This inspiring biography enables children to look up to Anne and find hope in every situation, just as she did
Dino-Gro
Cole's excitement over his tiny new dinosaur toy that grows in water turns to worry when Dino-Gro becomes too big to fit inside the house
The I love you book
Celebrates the love one person has for another, whether they are dancing or strolling, on snowy days and sunny ones, no matter what
Seven bad cats
From one bad cat that eats from fish traps to seven that flip over the boat, a young girl tells, in rhyme, of an adventure at sea
Toto
A little girl, self-conscious about her birthmark named Toto, worries her school friend will see her differently when her birthmark is revealed but is pleasantly surprised by her friend's reaction
Dozens of doughnuts
A generous but increasingly put-upon bear makes batch after batch of doughnuts for her woodland friends without saving any for herself
Little Wheels : Truck Buddies
Lots of jobs but none will do. Who will find a job for Blue?
I am a cat
Simon the housecat points out that he may not roar like a lion or run fast like a cheetah, but he has many other things in common with the big cats
Bulldozer's big day
It's Bulldozer's big day -- his birthday! But around the construction site, it seems like everyone is too busy to remember. Bulldozer wheels around asking his truck friends if they know what day it is, but they each only say it's a work day. They go on scooping, sifting, stirring, filling, and lifting, and little Bulldozer grows more and more glum. But when the whistle blows at the end of the busy day, Bulldozer discovers a construction site surprise, especially for him
Electricians
Electricity is a crucial part of our day-to-day life, but working with it can be a dangerous job. So who keeps the power flowing? Filled with interesting text and colorful pictures, this title allows children to meet the professionals who help control the comforts and necessities provided by electricity. Colorful photos and engaging text in this series help kids learn about the people who play important roles in their communities. Each book provides an overview of a particular career and examines its significance in society. Young readers will gain a better understanding of various professions and become inspired to pursue careers that make a difference in their communities
You're a big brother
Congratulates a young boy on the addition to his family and describes all the fun things he will be able to do with the new baby as it grows
Clark the Shark dares to share
Join Clark the Shark as he discovers the true meaning of sharing and caring in this colorful read-aloud picture book written by Bruce Hale and illustrated by Guy Francis. In Clark the Shark Dares to Share, our favorite boisterous shark learns that sharing is caring-but sometimes the lesson is a little confusing. Clark shares his funky shark dance with the class, but Mrs. Inkydink tells him he has to wait his turn. Clark shares his reef-hockey skills, but his teammates would rather Clark share the puck. With help from his friends and with his trademark lively rhythms and rhymes, Clark learns how to share in this follow-up to Clark the Shark
Keep dancing through a Boss family groove
Mom, Dad, Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia celebrate their family and their favorite motto--keep dancing through
Say Yes and Keep Smiling
In the highly anticipated sequel to Suck it In and Smile, Ellie is wrestling her picture-perfect life as a social media influencer back under control - but how long can she keep bridging the distance between the desire to be herself and the pressure to conform? Ellie is an inspiration to her hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram and YouTube. Her book of wellness tips (including her signature recipe for chocolate chip-chickpea cookies) is about to launch. She is one half of a social-media power couple with singer Samuel Vanasse, who is now her fiancé. And she is on the verge of breaking into the top three on the YouTube charts. She has everything she needs to be happy - but lately, when she starts crying, she can't seem to stop. Between her father's failing health and the charming yet enigmatic Dave, between her friendship-rivalry with another YouTuber and the pressure to be "authentic" at all times, Ellie is lost. She retreats into her old patterns and tries to regain control of her life, one Fat Burning Challenge at a time. But listening to her heart isn't as easy - or glamorous - as she's been making it look to her followers. This exciting conclusion to Ellie's story examines how we measure success and happiness, while exploring the complexities of body image, female rivalry and grief. Key Text Features chapters vignettes dialogue
My Weird School #4: Ms. Hannah Is Bananas!
With more than 23 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the fourth book of the original My Weird School series, art teacher Ms. Hannah shows A.J. and the gang that art is everywhere! She wears dresses made out of potholders and collects garbage instead of throwing it out. But worst of all, she makes A.J. draw a picture with smelly, tattletale Andrea! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman’s insanely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don’t miss any of the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang—from Weird, to Weirder, to Weirder-est! This chapter book is an excellent choice to share with children ages 6 to 10 who are ready to read independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children
Sleep, Big Bear, sleep!
As winter comes and Big Bear prepares to hibernate, he keeps thinking he hears Old Man Winter giving him exhausting orders that prevent him from sleeping
Alex Morgan : Sports Biographies
This title focuses on Alex Morgan and gives information related to her early life, her time in the pros, and the legacy she leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Young sports enthusiasts will feel the adrenaline with these rousing and educational books. From legend Kobe Bryant to newcomer Coco Gauff to super bowl champion Patrick Mahomes, these titles highlight their early life, going pro, and the legacies they leave behind. With easy text and captivating pictures, these books will leave emerging readers cheering! This hi-lo series is complete with glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO
The End of Orson Eerie? A Branches Book : Eerie Elementary
Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Eerie Elementary is hosting a haunted house for the town's Eerie Day celebration! But mad scientist Orson Eerie has his own plans for this creepy holiday. Pumpkins attack and Sam gets trapped in a hayride maze! Can the hall monitors find a way to save their school and the rest of the town? Will they finally defeat this mad scientist FOR GOOD?
Marco Polo
This title introduces readers to Marco Polo, the great explorer who was the first European to explore China. Polo's life story is examined, from his early travels with father Niccolo Polo and uncle Maffeo Polo to China to see Kublai Khan and visit Xanadu, to his marriage to Donata Badoer, to his travels in China in the Kublai Khan's service. Polo's book The Travels of Marc Polo is covered, as is its influence on other explorers such as Christopher Columbus. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Windsor Castle
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history, location, many rooms, and uses of Windsor Castle. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Windsor Castle and its cultural history. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the castle. Children can learn more about Windsor Castle using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Windsor Castle also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Windsor Castle is part of Jump!'s Cool Castles and Palaces series
How many bites?
Featuring 24 pages of colorful illustrations with a fictional story and supporting vocabulary, How Many Bites? introduces young readers to punctuation, sight words, and reading comprehension skills. Little Birdie Books provide a fun, informative way to approach essential educational skills. These age-appropriate readers engage early learners by using simple language and appealing topics while also featuring helpful sections like Words to Know Before You Read, Comprehension & Extension activities, and more
Animal Colors : What They Mean
A tiger's orange and black fur blends in with the tall grass. Its prey can't see the large cat as it hunts. A ladybug is bright red with black spots. The insect's colors tell birds that it tastes awful! Simple yet captivating text will help early readers learn about different colors and what they reveal about animals. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. Stunning photos closely align with descriptive text that will grab kids' attention. While practicing their reading skills, emergent readers won't be able to stop turning the pages as they learn about colors
Bob Books - More Beginning Readers Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting to Read). Bob Books
Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This phonics-based set is perfect for kids who need practice at a very beginning reading level. Bob Books More Beginning Readers gives early readers more support with beginning phonics skills, reinforcing what they learned in Bob Books Beginning Readers. This set can also be read on its own by any child just learning to read. The silly stories use three-letter words, short sentences, and plenty of repetition to keep the text simple and decodable, helping kids become comfortable and confident with basic reading! In this collection you'll find: - 12 small, hilarious, easy-to-read stories: 12 pages each, 8-25 unique words per story - A parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to read Each story includes: - Decodable text: Three-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (cat, bag, fox, bed) - Very simple sentences (Sam can pat.) - Very limited sight words (a, go, the) - Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the words Guided Reading Levels: C, D Lexile® Measure: BR10L - 90L Bob Books Level: Stage 1Ages: 4-6 Grade Levels: PreK, Kindergarten Bob Books' phonics-based method aligns with the body of research known as the Science of Reading, which proves that systematic phonics instruction is crucial to children's reading success. With simple phonics, playful stories, and silly illustrations, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"® Praise for Bob Books: "Bob Books use fool-proof, evidence-based methods to teach kids how to read -- and they're fun!" -- Emily Oster, author of New York Times bestseller Cribsheet and parent of two "For over a century, Scholastic has partnered with educators and families to support the literacy skills of young readers. These engaging books capture their attention and are rooted in the research on how children learn to read." - Amanda Alexander, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic Inc. "Bob Books offer a lighthearted, intelligently conceived introduction to " -- Leonard Marcus, Children's Book Review, Parenting magazine "...Bob Books turns kids into " -- Kate Kelly, USA Today "The engaging subtle humor, simple repetitive texts, and uncluttered illustrations in Bob Books entice children to read on their own, building their sight word vocabulary." -- Lee Galda, Professor of Children's and Adolescent Literature, University of Minnesota "Children are charmed by these happy, offbeat stories and fun drawings." -- Parents magazine "...Bob Books are best of all for teaching children to read." -- Marguerite Kelly, Family Columnist, Washington Post "Bob Books made our children into avid readers. Best investment I ever made." -- The Lewiston Tribune Lynn Maslen Kertell is the current manager of Bob Books® and the author of the Bob Books learn-to-read sets More Beginning Readers, Sight Words: Kindergarten, Sight Words: First Grade, Rhyming Words, First Stories, and Animal Stories; and the Bob Books Stories series. You can visit her online and learn more about Bob Books at Katie Kath has illustrated several picture and middle grade books, some of which have been recognized by the Bank Street College of Education & Children's Book Committee, the New York Public Library, the Children's Book Council, and the Junior Library Guild. You can visit her online at
Wind
Whoosh! Hold on to your hat--it's windy out there! In this book, young readers will discover where wind comes from and how it moves everything, from trees to clouds Using colorful photographs alongside simple text and relevant sight words, early readers will enjoy reading all about this weather phenomenon while practicing their reading skills. This book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension
From wax to crayon
In From Wax to Crayon, early fluent readers learn how a crayon is made, from melting wax and mixing in pigments to boxing up crayons for people to buy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about how this item gets to their classrooms and homes. An infographic illustrates the cycle with real photos and descriptions. Children can learn more about crayons using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. From Wax to Crayon, also features, reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index
Colorful
Colors are all around us. Beginning readers will find their favorite colors as they learn high-frequency words through engaging nonfiction content. Perfect for early readers, this book teaches these two high-frequency words: as and a. The simple, repetitive phrases are accompanied by clear images that support the text to aid in memorization. The bright images, rebus pictures, and easy-to-read text make the book appealing to young learners and older emergent readers. Children will learn the essential Fry sight words and gain confidence as readers as they learn to read joyfully and independently
Rampunzel
Rampunzel, Rampunzel…let down your…horns? In this imaginative retelling, Rampunzel the ram is a barnyard princess, hoping to escape her tower and live happily ever after! The perfect book for early readers, Rampunzel uses simple sentences and exciting sight words to help build confidence in reading skills! This book also includes a page for caregivers that suggests engaging reading and creative writing prompts
Alrededor de la ciudad : figuras
Learn geometry by taking a trip around town! This Spanish-translated, engaging title uses examples of town life to help young readers recognize basic shapes like circles, triangles, and rectangles. Vivid, familiar images of city life, engaging "You Try It!" problems, and a helpful glossary allow children to discover geometry all around them and improve their understanding of early STEM themes
How Many Toys? : Time for Kids®: Informational Text
Encourage young students to learn and practice counting with this wordless picture book. Featuring fun images of various toys, this picture book will encourage young readers to develop their early oral language and mathematics skills by counting and describing what is depicted in each picture
Map my neighborhood
Come along as a girl maps her neighborhood to show her visiting grandmother where everything is. Simple text takes early readers step by step through the types of features a neighborhood map needs to have
Can You Jump Like a Kangaroo - Peux-Tu Sauter Comme Un Kangourou?
Black and white art and bursts of color will capture baby's attention with simple pictures that encourage learning. Fun sound effects and sweet music will have little ones laughing as they listen to the simple questions: "Can you jump like a kangaroo?," "Can you sing like a birdie?," "Can you swim like a fish?," "Can you walk like an elephant?," "Can you hop like a bunny?," "Can you run like a cheetah?," "Can you swing like a monkey?," and, "Can you stand tall like a giraffe?" This fun story is a perfect introduction for babies and toddlers to learn simple directions, while encouraging early literacy and a love for reading! Les simples images en noir et blanc accompagnées d'éclats de couleur captivent et encouragent le développement et la formation de l'enfant. Les effets sonores amusants ainsi que la douce musique vont faire rire les jeunes enfants tout en écoutant les simples questions : « Peux-tu marcher comme un éléphant ? », « Peux-tu sauter comme un petit lapin ? », « Peux-tu courir comme un guépard ? », « Peux-tu te balancer comme un singe ? », et « Peux-tu te tenir tout droit comme une girafe ? » Cette histoire simple introduit l'enfant de jeune âge aux instructions de base, tout en encourageant l'alphabétisation et la passion pour la lecture
Coming Soon
Friends and Family
Strong in the Broken Places
An inspiring new novel from Danielle Steel, whose countless #1 New York Times bestselling novels have made her one of America's favorite storytellers
Fae & Alchemy Book 3 (Deluxe Limited Edition)
The rules have all been broken. Everything has changed. Can Saeris and Fisher save their kingdom, or is it already too late? The global phenomenon and #1 New York Times bestselling Fae & Alchemy series continues... In Quicksilver, Saeris and Fisher met. In Brimstone, they combusted. Now, in the riveting conclusion, these two god-bound warriors learn how their final fates intertwine. The worldwide blockbuster series that began with Quicksilver and continued in Brimstone concludes with the ultimate explosive mixture of Fae & Alchemy, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart
Based on a Love Story
Threshing day
Rebecca Yarros is the #1 New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over twenty novels including Fourth Wing and In the Likely Event. She's the recipient of the British Book Award for Book of the Year and the Alex Award from the American Library Association. She loves military heroes and has been blissfully married to hers for over twenty years. As the mother of six, when she's not writing, you can find her at the hockey rink or sneaking in some guitar time. She and her family live in Colorado with their stubborn English bulldogs, two feisty chinchillas, and two cats who rule them all. Having fostered then adopted their youngest, Rebecca is passionate about helping children in the foster system through her nonprofit, One October, which she co-founded with her husband in 2019. To learn more about their mission to better the lives of kids in foster care, visit oneoctober.org. To catch up on Rebecca's latest releases and upcoming novels visit RebeccaYarros.com
Face Off: A Thriller
An elite assassin. A top surgeon. A mission too dangerous to survive. The doctor: Plastic-surgeon-to-the-stars Dr. Henley Russell is kidnapped from her LA home and ordered to perform emergency surgery. The conditions: A snowbound mountain cabin with basic medical supplies. The patient: A masked contract killer suffering from a gunshot wound. The stakes: The patient must survive. Or Henley--and her niece--will not. The orders: The patient's appearance must be completely transformed, starting with his face..
Such a Nice Girl
When They Find Me
Some secrets don't fade. They hunt.Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map--the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive.Riven knows about survival. She and her family have lived off the land for years, moving like shadows through the wilderness. Now her father has led them to this forgotten town, tracking the man he swears destroyed their lives. The plan is simple: strike fast, take revenge, and disappear.But when Riven knocks on Annie's door, their worlds collide. What follows is darker, stranger, and more dangerous than either woman ever imagined--because the hunt isn't just for vengeance. It's for the truth. And in Expanse, Colorado, the truth can kill
The Girl in the Lake: A Holmes, Margaret & Poe Mystery
At a frozen lakeside crime scene, a corpse carries an accusatory note: "If anything happens to me, arrest Brendan Holmes." Mysteries trail Brendan Holmes, Margaret Marple, and Auguste Poe wherever they go. At a remote lodge in upstate New York, the embattled private investigators have taken refuge from the assailant who bombed their sleek city headquarters. When the discovery of a body in the lake puts the detectives back in the headlines and under suspicion, the elusive killer issues his despicable orders: stop solving crimes--and start committing them. "Patterson ... will have readers checking their locks twice." -Booklist "Patterson's latest thriller keeps readers guessing ... a fine chase." -People
The Last Days of Vic & Coco
Welcome to the Kokoro Cat Clinic
Cats once again prove to be the best medicine in the wonderful third book following the award-winning, bestselling Japanese novel We'll Prescribe You a Cat. When you are lost, the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul will find for you. Dr. Nikke and his clinic are always ready to offer their unconventional approach to healing. Although one never quite understands how they ended up there, each person who has walked through the door has left with a cat and a deeper understanding of themselves. Every time, the clinic reaffirms that the unbreakable bond between cats and people has the potential to heal and transform lives. With Dr. Nikke as the constant that weaves each of these stories together, we meet a woman anxious about an upcoming competition, an overwhelmed young father, an illustrator questioning her career, and a young woman burdened with guilt. Digging ever deeper into the complicated minds of humans--and the love of their feline companions--this poignant, episodic novel provides something richer and more challenging than mere comfort: compassion
All in
Truth to Power: A Luke Cage Marvel Crime Novel
Boom Town
Galinda (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Charmed Childhood
Rosemead
Inspired by a harrowing true story, Lucy Liu transforms in a riveting, career-redefining performance as an ailing woman who takes drastic measures to protect her troubled teenage son.
Saccharine[Blu-ray]
Hana, a lovelorn medical student, becomes terrorized by a sinister force after taking part in an obscure weight loss craze.
Sarah's Oil
The remarkable true story of eleven year old Sarah Rector, an African American girl born in Oklahoma Indian Territory in the early 1900s, who believes there is oil beneath the barren land she's allotted and whose faith is proven right.
I Love Boosters
A group of shoplifters take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven by stealing her clothes and reselling them at a lower price, what they call "fashion-forward philanthropy."
Couture
An American filmmaker arrives in Paris for Fashion Week on a life-and-death journey, facing challenges and self-discovery.
The Chronology of Water
Through loss, love, and self-discovery, a woman transforms pain into art—and writes a life on her own terms.
Sister Midnight
A genre-bending comedy about a frustrated and misanthropic newlywed who discovers certain feral impulses that land her in unlikely situations.
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie
The Paw Patrol lands on a mysterious dinosaur island after a storm, where they meet Rex, a stranded pup. When Humdinger's reckless mining triggers a volcano, the team faces their biggest rescue mission yet to save the island.
Skillhouse
A dark satire of social media and influencer culture.
Elijah Peel
Elijah Peel follows a stadium-filling rock star whose life of fame and addiction comes to a sudden halt after a heart attack nearly costs him everything.
The Brink of War
President Reagan races to save a nuclear deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev as pressure mounts all around him. Every word spoken could move the world closer to peace—or destruction.
Buddy
A brave girl and her friends must escape a kids television show.
Charlie Harper
Charlie and Harper are two young adults whose relationship unfolds across the shifting terrain of their early twenties.
Heart of the Beast
After a harrowing plane crash, a Special Forces officer and his combat dog find themselves stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness.
Iron Lung
In a post-apocalyptic future after "The Quiet Rapture" event, a convict explores a blood ocean on a desolate moon using a submarine called the "Iron Lung" to search for missing stars/planets.
Operation Taco Gary's
Two brothers embark on a cross country road trip that quickly devolves when they become involved in a global conspiracy.
Bad Apples
A struggling primary school teacher begins to make some questionable decisions after one of her students is injured.
The Family McMullen
A close-knit family navigates life's ups and downs, confronting personal struggles and evolving bonds.
The Last of Us. Season 3
Jackass: Best and Last
Follows the Jackass crew as they perform their final series of dangerous stunts and pranks, marking the end of the franchise.
Backrooms
After a therapist's patient disappears into a dimension beyond reality, she must venture into the unknown to save him
The White Lotus. Season 4
Set in a tropical resort, it follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week.
The Uprising
Based on the true story of the uprising that inspired the legend of Robin Hood, Andrew Garfield stars as the leader of a rebellion against the tyranny of King Richard II in a fight for justice.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
A forgotten Peter Parker lives alone as a full-time Spider-Man until mounting pressure triggers a dangerous change and a powerful new enemy emerges
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
A director making a slasher sequel becomes obsessed with casting the original film's 'final girl,' leading both women into psychological and sexual chaos.
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie
The Paw Patrol lands on a mysterious dinosaur island after a storm, where they meet Rex, a stranded pup. When Humdinger's reckless mining triggers a volcano, the team faces their biggest rescue mission yet to save the island.
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America
Comedy sketches exploring various historical moments, with four different sketches per episode.
The Morning Show. Season 4
An inside look at the lives of the people who help America wake up in the morning, exploring the unique challenges faced by the team.
The Wrong Girls
Two aimless young women inadvertently gain telepathic abilities after ingesting an experimental drug, pitting them against dangerous rivals pursuing the same powerful substance.
Super Troopers 3
When Farva's over-the-top engagement to Thorny's sister spirals into chaos, the Super Troopers must navigate Thorny's schemes to break up the relationship, all while trying to bring down a pernicious new drug ring.
New Library of Things
Charmed cottage jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Outlet Tester
Tests standard 3-wire and GFCI protected 120V outlets for 7 common wiring errors.
Launchpad - Speed think Brain games - Adults
This pre-loaded tablet will help train your mind by challenging memory, reaction time, problem-solving and observation skills, attention span and more. Brain games included: Color Clash, Don’t Drop, Hexologic, Magic Cube Puzzle 3D, Not Not a Brain Buster, Persephone, Puzzle Jewels, REACH Classic, Three Towers, Top Memo
Orbit sander
This corded 3-amp sander has a variable-speed control dial (4,000-12,000 OPM). Users must supply their own 8-hole, 5” hook-and-loop sanding discs
LOOP: the elevated card game
Ride the rails of the elevated trains in Chicago's famous Loop. Match the line colors and stations to make your way around town, but beware the everyday perils of rush hour crowds, forgotten farecards, and mysterious puddles as you get where you're going. Ages 9+, 2-7 players
StarBlast telescope
Here is a fun and compact telescope that's sure to inspire the whole family's natural inclination to explore. The Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope is no toy - it's a real reflecting telescope that is wonderfully simple to set up and use! A great compact grab-and-go telescope designed for entry-level and intermediate astronomy enthusiasts. Substantial 4.5" aperture and fast f/4 focal ratio provides bright, detailed views of solar system targets like the Moon and planets, as well as wide-field celestial objects like nebulas and star clusters. Stable tabletop base provides smooth altazimuth motion for easy manual tracking of celestial objects.
Phone Sanitizer
PhoneSoap houses two germicidal UV-C bulbs that sanitize your entire phone, killing 99.99% of all bacteria and germs. In addition, the unit offers one USB port and one USB-C port for charging. Fits all phones on the market. Inner dimensions: 6.8” L x 3.74” W x .78” H.
Old steam train
This 16-piece puzzle is perfect for those with age-related memory impairments such as Alzheimer's Disease. With extra-large pieces that can be assembled in the box, this puzzle will bring success and joy as an activity patients and caregivers can work on
Heat gun
This heat tool has two temperature settings (750° and 1000°) for a variety of applications. It can be used for stripping paint and varnish, loosening rusted nuts and bolts, thawing frozen pipes, or quick dry most anything. It has a built-in stand for easy cool down and a lightweight and compact design for ease of use and handling
Cognitive kit - word play activities for people with early- to middle-stage dementia
This kit contains word-based activities and games. This kit is designed to promote cognitive stimulation, self-expression and engagement for individuals with dementia. The kit contains activities that can be used independently or with a partner; includes a brief guide for caregivers with tips and resources as well as information on the library's cognitive kits
Wednesday: the card game
Step into the woeful game of Wednesday, where darkness reigns and colors cause allergic reactions. To prevent breaking out in hives and having the flesh peel off your bones, you’ll use your innate selfishness and stubborn tendencies to collect Deliciously Dark cards and repel Putrid Color cards. Ages 10+, 3-6 players
Horseshoes
This outdoor set has been tested and approved by the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association (NHPA). It includes forged steel horseshoes and 24” steel stakes in a durable nylon carrying bag. The set weighs approximately 17 pounds
Cutaway castle jigsaw puzzle [150 XXL pieces]
150 XXL pieces
Document & photo scanner
This scanner offers fast document digitization through wireless networking and an easy-to-use color Touchscreen in a space-saving, portable design. It scans stacks of double-sided, color and black and white documents up to 25ppm in a single pass with its 20-page capacity auto document feeder. Scans directly to USB flash drive, not included.
Micro SD Card
Back up your data using this 512GB SD card and transfer it to your comp using the USB SD card reader included.