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Reasons to be loved by you
After a heartbreaking reality TV romance, Nikki Bennet heads home to Georgia for a relaxing Fourth of July--only to discover her brother is engaged to the very woman who helped destroy her relationship. Teaming up with the bride's brother to stop the whirlwind wedding, Nikki soon finds herself caught between old heartache, family secrets, and an unexpected new romance
Not that kind of proposal
"Gracie Holland can plan the perfect Happily Ever After--unless it's her own. After a soul-flattening breakup, she's rebuilt her life planning weddings at Larkwood--an ivy-covered Rhode Island estate where she lives in the staff cottage (and only occasionally cries herself into a blanket burrito). But when her beloved boss passes away and leaves the estate to her grandson, Gracie suddenly finds herself pitted against a love-allergic divorce lawyer determined to sell Larkwood by summer's end--even if it means crushing his grandmother's legacy and everyone's jobs beneath his polished wingtips. As someone who cleans up romantic disasters for a living, Jude Larkwood has no intention of keeping the estate as a wedding venue, no matter how much he loved his Nana. Selling it is critical for reasons he can't discuss, but there's just one problem: his Nana inexplicably left the guest cottage to the estate's maddeningly romantic wedding planner, who has somehow turned his mind into her permanent residence. So, when Gracie proposes that he help her plan her ex's shotgun wedding to prove Larkwood is worth saving, he agrees--on one condition. If she fails to convince him by the big day, she'll sell him her cottage. But as bickering and cake tastings turn into late-night confessions, Gracie and Jude find themselves breaking every vow not to fall for each other. After all, opposites may attract--but can a hopeless romantic and a professional cynic really say "I do" to their own love story?"--
The very definition of love
"1816--Harriet Bancroft doesn't mind that she's on her fifth season with no marriage prospects, it gives her more time to write her dictionary of modern slang. Words are her passion, especially the exciting, filthy ones men have kept hidden from women for far too long. Enter the ultimate teacher . . . When Harriet accidentally finds herself in a compromising situation with the notorious rake Lord Alexander, she has no choice but to sort of kidnap him and strong-arm him into an elopement. This arranged marriage has a very particular condition--it will be in-name-only, leaving each of them to follow their own interests. For Harriet that's her work; for Alexander, that's women. But love has a different lesson in mind . . . But soon Alexander's rakish lifestyle is not nearly as fun as spending time with Harriet, and Harriet's beginning to worry that she might actually like her husband. Behind the closed doors of their respectable home, things become a little . . . complicated. After all, who better teach her the very thorough meaning of these indecent words than the renowned lover, Lord Alexander Stirling? Perhaps this marriage will teach them both a little more about that word they've been avoiding--love."--
Voyagers
"For fans of The Ministry of Time or Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow, an immersive and irresistible debut about friendship at the end of the world - in which two estranged childhood friends reunite just as a mysterious electrical signal begins to disrupt life on earth, for which the only clue lies in the surreal events of their past"--
The calamities
"Mourning Mayne knows he'll one day bear the duty of managing his family's vast empire of wealth and power. But the feckless Mourning has always struggled to accept this legacy, which is one of cruelty, domination, and exploitation... and something even darker. Because the Maynes are no ordinary family: Hidden in our world are the fiends--half-human, half-demon, and possessed of dark magic born from buying human souls--and the Maynes are one of the oldest and most influential fiendish families. But when Mourning's estranged father, the formidable and terrifying Hadrian Mayne, demands that he return to the fold, Mourning has to make a decision whether to accept his legacy and embrace his role in the family, or to forge his own destiny, and with it, change the course of the world. Because along the way home, he will meet Key, a black-market seller of human souls, and Quinn, an artist who may hold the dark truth behind the fate of the fiends. Alone, they have all struggled with the darkness of their fiendish nature... but together, they might find a path out of the shadows"--
Long Island girls
"The only thing Susan loves more than music is Eliza, and both keep breaking her heart. The first time Susan and Eliza meet, it's 2005, and Susan is barreling down the Long Island Expressway driving a group of friends to an indie rock show. Eliza is a surprise addition to the backseat, and she doesn't quite fit in; she's a little too pretty, and she doesn't know anything about music, but Susan is drawn to her anyway. Their flying sparks lead to combustion when Susan recognizes Eliza as the girl from a nude photo boys have been sending around. They part ways, and Susan assumes that's the end of it. Susan goes off to college and onto a career in Brooklyn's indie music scene, where she navigates a toxic job at a small record label and learns hard lessons about who exactly has the privilege of making art under late-stage capitalism. In 2015, in her twenties, Susan has a chance run-in with Eliza on a dating app, and they finally embark on a relationship. But Eliza is plagued by her traumatic past, which involves people Susan is still involved with, and that's where it all falls apart again. Over the next few years, Susan's career takes off, she helps dismantle a predatory work environment, and meets someone new who might actually be good for her. Yet she can't stop thinking about Eliza. What might have been, if things had gone differently? And who might Susan become if she could only let Eliza go?"--
Children of the wild
"Ewer's Rock, Virginia, 1917. Roy Young is restless, eager to leave this isolated rural valley for university and return with the technical knowledge to modernize his family's farm and bring them properly into the twentieth century. Samantha Hatton, the minister's daughter and Roy's best friend since childhood, knows that both Roy and the town expect them to marry. But Samantha, a daring and ambitious young woman, hungers for more. Above them on the mountain, tending to a lost herd of cattle, is silent Ennis Duke, the mysterious wild boy whose arrival in the valley will upend Ewer's Rock's understanding of itself and its place in the world. Within a year, the lives of these three young people will be dramatically transformed. America has joined the Great War, and Roy and Ennis feel duty-bound to join the fight. In the crucible of conflict, thousands of miles from the familiarity of home, the two men forge a fierce bond. Meanwhile, back in Virginia, Samantha's love and courage endure unthinkable sacrifice in a corner of the world fractured by violence. With the spare and exquisite prose and the profound insight that made The Yellow Birds a landmark work of American fiction, Kevin Powers illuminates the savage, complex, and timeless bonds of loyalty, honor, and heroism. Children of the Wild captures what it means to be human in times of loss--and how, even in darkness, the light of friendship and love endures."--
The half life
"When twenty-three-year-old Eileen O'Malley meets charismatic naval officer Paul Archer in a Charleston department store, she doesn't expect to fall so hard, so fast. But Paul is funny and ambitious, and soon, Eileen's got a ring on her finger and is following him to the tiny, sun-drenched Mediterranean island of La Maddalena, where Paul will be heading up Radiological Controls aboard a submarine tender. In La Maddalena, Eileen joins a makeshift community of Navy wives, who are hell bent on making the island feel a little more like home. But for Eileen, whose brother died in Vietnam, home is a loaded word, and as she settles into life on the island-taking Italian lessons and learning to make culurgiones--she begins to love the place for all the ways it is not like where she comes from. Still, it doesn't take long for Eileen to be confronted with the complexities of being an American abroad. The decision to send nuclear-powered subs into the La Maddalena Archipelago was a contentious one, and the US government is doing whatever it can to ensure that the island-not to mention all of Italy-doesn't go communist in the next election. When Italian activists and scientists begin to sound the alarm about possible nuclear contamination in the water, the island erupts in a series of protests, made worse by the ongoing mishaps of the US Navy. Soon, Eileen's marriage falters and her loyalties begin to shift as she is drawn into a web of secrets-and to a local journalist who forces her to imagine a life beyond the one she's been handed"-- Provided by publisher
That night
"On vacation in Europe, Frannie makes two urgent phone calls. One to her sister, and one to her brother. The siblings come running, and they find their sister covered in blood, kneeling over an unmoving body. There's been an accident: Frannie has hit a man with her car, and she needs their help. They bury the body, and they make a promise. They'll never tell anyone. But when the police come calling, the siblings' lies start to spiral. They begin to doubt their trust in each other. Because what really happened that night? And who will be the first to crack?"--
The top of the world
"June 1975. Maggie Bishop has just graduated high school, the future hers to embrace--but she's still reeling from the death of her older brother, Chip. A devastating diagnosis the summer before prompted Chip to leave home for a few months, never revealing where he went. Maggie's search for clues leads her to The Red Maple Inn, a mountaintop resort in the Poconos. At the Red Maple, Maggie is welcomed into a tight-knit community. As she unravels secrets about her brother's final days, she begins to connect with the people he loved, and whose lives he touched. Through the warmth of strangers, Maggie begins to heal and is able to help others cope with loss"--
Labirynt
A murder has occurred in a secluded guest house, and anyone could be the killer
A heartbeat at my feet
After years of dreams deferred, Josie Ballard's life is about to change. She and her husband are off to Sorrento for a summer adventure, but on the eve of their departure, Josie discovers his infidelity. Devastated, she leaves her faithless husband, heading for the sun-drenched Italian coast. Alone, future unknown. Five thousand miles away, Cicero, a rather snobbish terrier of indeterminate breeding, is likewise living an upturned life after his beloved human's passing. Heartbroken, he wanders the wilds of Pompeii. When a flustered tourist with a kind smile appears in the ruins, clutching her tote bag and map, Cicero and Josie collide like the two lost souls they are. In a series of turns as twisty as Sorrento's streets, Cicero leads Josie to her second act: Hugo, a charming and somewhat contrary local bookseller. Against a backdrop of quaint villages, sun-dappled olive orchards, and the shimmering Mediterranean Sea, Hugo and Josie embark on a friendship that just might tiptoe into romance, with little Cicero to help them along the way--for dogs, he reasons, are nothing if not experts when it comes to love
Sycamore Row
In this novel the author takes the reader back to where it all began in A Time to Kill. Now we return to that famous courthouse in Clanton as Jake Brigance once again finds himself embroiled in a fiercely controversial trial; a trial that will expose old racial tensions and force Ford County to confront its tortured history. Seth Hubbard is a wealthy man dying of lung cancer. He trusts no one. Before he hangs himself from a sycamore tree, Hubbard leaves a new, handwritten, will. It is an act that drags his adult children, his black maid, and Jake into a conflict as riveting and dramatic as the murder trial that made Brigance one of Ford County's most notorious citizens, just three years earlier. The second will raises far more questions than it answers. Why would Hubbard leave nearly all of his fortune to his maid? Had chemotherapy and painkillers affected his ability to think clearly? And what does it all have to do with a piece of land once known as Sycamore Row? -- From book jacket
Desert heist a thriller
"Nate Wilde is a former Green Beret and aspiring Harvard archaeologist. Leaving the military after a catastrophic deployment that ended with most of his team dead or injured, he chooses to pursue his passion for history. When his dissertation proposal to search for the legendary lost city of Ubar in Saudi Arabia is rejected by the Harvard examining committee and his expedition permit is denied by the Saudi government, Nate resolves to continue his research by any means necessary. And the only path left to him is to enter Saudi Arabia's Empty Quarter through war-torn Yemen, the same sands where his brothers lost their lives years ago. Knowing he's going back into harm's way, Nate turns to the only men left alive that he truly trusts--Sergeant Benjamin "Wally" Walton, a medic formerly with the British Special Air Service; Shane Price, UFC fighter turned Green Beret and an affluent playboy; and Sergeant Tim McBride, Nate's former best friend and a true warrior. Along the way the group meets Ana Metry, a geologist of Egyptian heritage searching for her missing father, whose research is key to Nate's quest. Hunted by a former Spetsnaz soldier who works for a shadowy organization with unknown goals, and chased through the desert by al Qaeda terrorists, the former commandos must utilize the skills of their past profession in a race to discover whether the city truly exists, as well as uncover a deeper geopolitical mystery with resounding global ramifications."--
Good morning means I love you
"In her arresting first novel, Kendra Allen investigates love, partnership, motherhood, pleasure and the pursuit of freedom in one young woman's defiantly unconventional terms. Rae has just returned to her family after leaving for a stretch and suddenly - that family being her two male partners and the sons, named Morning and Night, that she has mothered with each of them. In the span of one year, they will experience unfathomable depths of devastation--and joys they could never predict. Good Morning Means I Love You follows Rae as she makes choices around sex, mothering, and partnership that are as stunning to everyone else as they are natural to herself. With pain and pleasure, she watches as her children learn to walk and give language to the world as her lovers contend with their own ideas of masculinity, personhood, and fatherhood. Along the way, Rae begins to understand the hardest and most beautiful truth: that we have only so much time on earth to make love, to make family, and to make good on the promise of this one, short life. This is a novel of the self in all its simultaneities and a living portrait of intimacy written in poetic, bold, and sensual prose that shines a light on what it means to redefine expectation."--
Everything is predictable how Bayesian statistics explain our world
"At its simplest, Bayes' theorem describes the probability of an event, based on prior knowledge of conditions that might be related to the event. But in Everything Is Predictable, Tom Chivers lays out how it affects every aspect of our lives. For example, he explains why highly accurate screening tests can lead to false positives and how a failure to account for it in court has put innocent people in jail. A cornerstone of rational thought, may argue that Bayes' theorem is a description of almost everything. But who was the man who lent his name to this theorem? How did an eighteenth-century Presbyterian minister and amateur mathematician uncover a theorem that would affect fields as diverse as medicine, law, and artificial intelligence? Fusing biography, razor-sharp science writing, and intellectual history, Everything Is Predictable is an entertaining tour of Bayes' theorem and its impact on modern life, showing how a single compelling idea can have far-reaching consequences"--Back cover
Force of nature understanding evolution's deepest logic--and putting it to use
"Most of us learned about natural selection back in high school science class and think we understand it pretty well-or, at least, we get the basics of how it works. Many of us even have a sense of its implications for everyday life, like how we should be cautious about overusing antibiotics, but also take care to finish out a full prescription even after we're already feeling better. Yet studies show that significant misconceptions about evolution and natural selection abound, even among highly educated specialists in biology, from medical students to high school biology teachers-not to mention the rest of us. In Force of Nature, professor of biology and law Owen D. Jones shows how we misunderstand and neglect natural selection to our detriment, both missing opportunities to better achieve our goals and, sometimes, even imperiling lives and livelihoods. Ranging across the natural world and spheres of human endeavor alike, from medicine, agriculture, and AI to economics, law, and beyond, Jones demonstrates how a finer appreciation of the speed, scale, and applications of natural selection-including its influence on behavior, both human and animal-can help open new horizons in cancer treatment and space exploration; create faster machines and more maneuverable robots; design more effective, just laws; and more. We all know that evolution put us here in the first place, but Force of Nature shows how a richer understanding of it can be even more useful than we may think"-- Provided by publisher
Patios & courtyards practical ideas for backyards, terraces and small gardens
"An inspiring sourcebook of classic and contemporary garden designs, with ideas and techniques to suit enclosed outdoor spaces of every shape and size"--
The beginner's guide to dressmaking easy techniques and 8 fun projects
"In this complete course, popular sewing guru Julia Hincks covers everything you need to get going: discover the essential tools and materials, how to read and use a sewing pattern, choose fabrics, make seams and understand dressmaking terminology. Clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions make it accessible for all, whether you are creating your first garments or revisiting the basics. The 8 projects are carefully chosen by Julia to teach you new skills each time, so that you can build up your confidence through practice. Each of the stunning projects will teach you new techniques and terminology, and will gradually develop your skills as you work through the book"--Publisher's description
Tree of knowledge poems
"A poet watches the limbs of a eucalyptus tree get sawed off: the image persists, refracting and recurring across poems of art, language, selfhood, memory, and loss"-- Provided by publisher
The rise and fall of the artificial state
"Much in history is headlong but few grand transformations have been more precipitate or more heedless than the rise of... the Artificial State," writes Jill Lepore in this passionate account of how rule by machine has ravaged the world. Inspired by Hannah Arendt's The Origins of Totalitarianism, which argued in 1951 that the machinery of modern life was reshaping the very fundamentals of human existence, Lepore, profoundly disturbed by the technology revolution and by the soulless inundation of artificial intelligence, unfurls a new history for our own twenty-first century. Building on an essay in The New Yorker in 2024, Lepore's clarion call traces our increasing dependence on and strangulation by data. Political campaigns, awash in an avalanche of fake bots, have been reduced to attention-mining algorithms, while multinational media corporations dictate public discourse, and the era of the liberal nation-state seems to be coming to a rapid end, replaced by billionaire technocrats reliant on autocracy and the tools of AI. With Orwellian overtones, The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State demonstrates how technology has corroded global democracy, leading to the destruction of both human community and capacity for self-government, creating a new form of AI government, a digital citizen's assembly, where AI will recommend the course of action to humans in place of human-run legislatures. Especially sobering with this proliferation of "dizzying, ever-changing schemes, prophesies, and predictions" is that the Artificial State has come at the expense of the natural world, leading to catastrophic loss of wildlife habitat and biodiversity. Deliberately alarming, The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State, despite its abundance of dire facts, is not a funeral dirge; rather, it's an inspiring wake-up call, written in Lepore's typically elegiac prose, which demonstrates that nothing about the Artificial State was inevitable, for it is a "government without consent, even government without humans." It can, Lepore asserts, be dismantled. Other heinous systems, like feudalism, fascism, and slavery, have also been dismantled, but disassembly requires identifying the parts, tracing the sources. It requires telling a new history. This is the purpose of The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State." --
Liberty is sweet the hidden history of the American Revolution
"A celebrated scholar's history of the American Revolution, from its origins to its aftermath, which emphasizes the contributions of groups usually omitted in this story: Native Americans, African Americans, and women"--
A marriage at sea a true story of love, obsession, and shipwreck
"The ... true story of a young couple shipwrecked at sea: ... [a] tale of obsession, survival, and partnership stretched to its limits. Maurice and Maralyn share a horror of wasting their lives. What if they quit their jobs, bought a boat, and sailed away? [In June 1972], they set off and enjoy an idyllic ocean journey, until deep in the Pacific, a whale knocks a hole in their boat and it sinks beneath the waves. What ensues is a jaw-dropping fight to survive in the wild ocean, with little hope of rescue. Alone for weeks, then months, in a tiny rubber raft, Maurice and Maralyn must find ways to stay alive, as their inner demons emerge and their marriage is put to the greatest of tests"--Page 4 of cover
The world according to Matisse
"In addition to being a formidable painter, Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a remarkable graphic artist, sculptor, printmaker, as well as a prolific letter writer. Following in the successful format of The World According to . . . series, this anthology of quotations unites Matisse's thoughts and artworks to construct a unique view of the world, as seen through the eyes of one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century."-- Amazon
The cruelest game chasing greatness in professional tennis
"A revelatory exposé of professional tennis by revered New York Times and The Athletic tennis writer Matthew Futterman, featuring never-before-reported stories of the struggles and accomplishments of current legends and tomorrow's rising stars. Nadal and Djokovic... Serena, Coco, and Sabalenka... Sinner, Alcaraz, and Shelton... The story of modern tennis burns bright with fame, fortune, and glamour -- with stakes the likes of which the game has never seen before. Players must excel under excruciating pressure while the public spotlight blazes on those who win and shuns those who lose. With the likes of Rafa, Roger, Novak, and Serena walking off the court and into retirement, a new crop of aspiring tennis hopefuls faces a shifting landscape as they begin their quest for the secret codes that will allow them to thrive at the top of a brutal game. Offering unique access to the top stars, The Cruelest Game is a riveting account of the price of the fame and glory." --
Mom needs a moment how to stop your reaction before it starts... and become a calmer, happier, more connected parent
"Motherhood is psychologically messy. Enter Mom Needs a Moment, which is for the moms who find themselves losing their temper more than they'd like, or who shut down when things feel too loud or too much, or who are tired of snapping, spiraling, or second-guessing themselves . . . but can't stop. Written by Dr. Cassidy Freitas, an expert therapist, it offers a solution built on a simple idea: the way we react - especially in challenging parenting moments - is often shaped by behavioral patterns we inherited but never got the chance to explore and resolve"-- Provided by publisher
Shameful silence what you don't know about domestic violence
"According to the CDC, around one in ten men in the U.S. experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. At a time when conversations about mental health, toxic masculinity, and gender equality are reshaping our culture, Shameful Silence addresses a crisis hiding in plain sight: the millions of men suffering domestic abuse in silence, unable to seek help due to stigma and systemic bias. This book is urgently needed now as society increasingly recognizes that true gender equity means acknowledging all victims of violence and dismantling the harmful stereotypes that prevent men from speaking up, healing, and accessing justice."-- Provided by publisher
English for everyone English grammar guide & practice book two-book self-study program
"Puzzled by past tenses? Confused by comparatives? Make learning grammar fun with this box set containing a comprehensive visual reference guide to English grammar and an accompanying practice book. With more than 1,000 practice exercises, this beautifully packaged box set makes learning and practicing grammar incredibly easy"--
Animal behavior
"A thrilling face-to-face encounter with animals in their own environment--their elaborate displays, intimate lives, and extraordinary behavior . Did you know that elephants give each other names, orangutans self-medicate, and rats giggle? Animal Behavior is full of hundreds of stories that shed light on how animals navigate life in the wild. Packed with vivid wildlife photography and action sequences,every aspect of animal life and behavior is explored and explained - from courtship rituals and birth to hunting and death. An initial overview of animal anatomy and physiology reveals the science and biomechanics that underpin animal behavior, while later chapters thematically break down the intricacies of animal feeding, development, communication, intelligence, learning, and other behavioral characteristics. Learn about play through river otters, see socialization among parrots at the riverbank, and catch prey with a fishing spider. Feature panels throughout the book explore the biology behind these traits, introduce case studies from the field, and highlight critical conservation issues facing these animals."-- Provided by publisher
Natural habitats & wildlife gardening inviting nature into your backyard
"Learn how to use ecology to turn your backyard into a thriving haven for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife with this engaging, marvelously illustrated guide. Native plants are essential for healthy ecosystems that support insects and animals, but vegetation alone does not provide the necessary resources for most creatures or their life cycles. This book breaks down ecological processes that regulate habitats and explains how to recreate vibrant, gorgeous, natural habitats in your own backyard-ones that attract pollinating insects, birds, and other suburban wildlife while appealing to neighbors and friends. It focuses on how to rebuild broken processes and covers a wealth of topics, such as the importance for gardens that support wildlife to include shelter, nest sites, hydration areas, and places to overwinter. Written by a leading expert, Natural Habitats and Wildlife Gardening is an easy-to-understand primer on ecology and ecological processes that explains innovative conservation and ecological ideas for small and large garden designs. This book will interest gardeners, land managers, natural science majors, and urban planners. Shares design tips for creating robust garden habitats for insects and animals, giving step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. Draws inspiration from wild habitats and their ecosystems, showing readers how to cultivate aesthetically beautiful home gardens that replicate healthy natural landscapes. Provides a deep understanding of natural processes and systems in simple terms. Includes detailed species profiles for common insects (including bees), amphibians, birds, and reptiles, with an emphasis on key resources to include in your landscape designs. Explains how to replicate roles of absent animals including bison, wolves, and beavers and processes like floods, fires, and ecological succession, which naturally regulate and create habitats. Discusses the specific requirements of ecosystems across North America. Features hundreds of stunning color photos"--
The fourth option a thriller
"When law enforcement, the courts, and the prison system fail, there is a fourth and final option. . . . Disillusioned by the government and institutions he dedicated his life to serving, former Navy SEAL and CIA ground branch operative Chris Walker is about to end his life when he receives a call that saves it. The wife of a teammate he lost in Afghanistan has now lost her son to the opioid crisis and needs Walker's help. Thrust into a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined, Walker must go up against the system and the very Constitution he once swore an oath to support and defend in order to find justice for his friend's widow. With ambitious FBI agent Jarrett Stanton on his tail, Walker -- accompanied by his loyal Belgian Malinois K-9 and using his off-the-grid VW pop-up camper filled with a hidden cache of weapons -- takes justice into his own hands, exposing corruption and issuing a long-forgotten brand of lethal outlaw justice."--
Born a crime stories from a South African childhood
"Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents' indiscretion, Trevor was kept mostly indoors for the earliest years of his life, bound by the extreme and often absurd measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africa's tyrannical white rule, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle. Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life. The stories collected here are by turns hilarious, dramatic, and deeply affecting. Whether subsisting on caterpillars for dinner during hard times, being thrown from a moving car during an attempted kidnapping, or just trying to survive the life-and-death pitfalls of dating in high school, Trevor illuminates his curious world with an incisive wit and unflinching honesty. His stories weave together to form a moving and searingly funny portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world in a dangerous time, armed only with a keen sense of humor and a mother's unconventional, unconditional love." --
The story keeper
"In the aftermath of a tumultuous year, Fiona Winslow finds solace in the decaying grandeur of Wurimbirra, the rambling family estate she once called home. Intent on restoring it, she discovers the keys to more than just the dilapidated mansion--beneath the crumbling plaster and dust are secrets that have been buried for a generation. When a curious book, The Midnight Estate, catches her attention, Fiona is plunged into a tale that mirrors her own. But as the lines between fiction and reality blur, Fiona must ask herself: Is the true mystery the one hidden within the walls of her ancestral home, or is it within the pages of a book that chose her as much as she chose it?"--
Storm tide
"When the magnificent home of entrepreneur Brian Malloy mysteriously goes up in flames, Maine game warden Mike Bowditch tries to pull Malloy's burning body from the fire but is too late. Malloy was suspected of murdering his young, illegitimate son. Now it looks like someone else has delivered a verdict. Miles away, on a lonely stretch of icy railroad track, the body of Axl Deming, once accused of a brutal rape, is found literally cut in half. Though the two murders seem unrelated, a cryptic text from an unknown number hints at a chilling connection. Bowditch suspects someone is orchestrating the executions of criminals who escaped justice, and for reasons he can't explain, his own name is on the list . . . but the state police aren't convinced. Meanwhile, his wife Stacey, just weeks from giving birth, is being stalked by a stranger in a white van. And when he realizes someone has also been watching their home, the case turns increasingly personal. To protect his family, Bowditch must work alone to uncover who's behind the killings -- and stop them before he becomes their next victim."--
The case of the murdered muckraker
"Chicago, 1898. Junior detective Harriet Morrow finds herself doubting her skills when she's assigned to solve a murder case well above her pay grade. A muckraker has been found murdered after obtaining evidence of a powerful politician's corruption. Enlisting the help of Matthew McCabe, her only true confidante, and growing more protective of her relationship with the lovely Barbara Wozniak, Harriet will need to survive rising threats to assert her place in a world that's quick to dismiss her--and out a killer who's always one step ahead"--
The lost story of Via Belle
"Searching for a story to adapt for film, an aspiring screenwriter becomes captivated by a bestselling classic novel and the mysterious disappearance of the woman who wrote it. 1940. Via Belle's sweet romance novels made readers believe in happily ever after. But Via's reality was much more complicated. While her first husband was alive, her creativity thrived in a beautiful stone estate situated above a pristine lake and moonflower garden. After his tragic death and a whirlwind second marriage shrouded in secrets, Via vanished from public life, leaving behind a shadow of scandal . . . and her final story. 2006. Screenwriter Harper Rayne is desperate for a breakthrough, if only she can find the right story to tell. But when she digs into the life of her late mother's favorite novelist, she never expects it to become personal. Drawn to the quaint Pennsylvania town where both her mother and Via once lived, Harper discovers more than a mystery to solve -- she finds echoes of her own longing for love, healing, and home. As long-buried secrets come to light, Harper must decide if she'll protect the past or rewrite this particular ending."--
Delusional
"Detective Michael Bennett and army-sniper-turned-NYPD-officer Rob Trilling travel to Montana to investigate a case that crosses state borders and family lines. In New York City, a series of deadly bombs explodes. In New Jersey, a military base is burglarized for explosives. In Montana, violence and arson rock a small town outside of Bozeman. Are the incidents related? Bennett, Trilling, and the ATF investigate. A single-minded group angry with the government keep turning up in unexpected places, insisting that they're only trying to make the world a better place. To law enforcement, their claims seem delusional. Will words or gunpowder light the next fuse?"--
Ransom
Alice Winter, one of Britain's most dazzling socialites, seemingly has the perfect life--a lavish home in posh Knightsbridge, a grand estate in Devon, millions of followers on social media who eagerly await her next post. But when she disappears without a trace while on holiday with three old friends from Cambridge, her desperate husband, the real estate baron Edward Knight, turns to none other than Gabriel Allon to find her. He soon discovers that Alice Winter is not the woman she appears to be, that she has a reckless side, that she has secrets. But Edward Knight has a secret too, a secret so dangerous that Gabriel will have no choice but to return to the life he thought he had left behind. An old enemy lurks there, waiting for him to make one misstep, waiting for the perfect moment to exact vengeance
The secrets we hide
1601 Iris Drive looks like any other house on the quiet, residential street. But rumors are rampant about the Vickery family, and what goes on behind closed doors. When gunshots ring out, Sheriff Emmy Clifton and her sister, ex-federal agent Jude Archer, discover a devastating crime scene. Allison Vickery has been murdered in her own kitchen, and her teenage daughter is bleeding upstairs, left for dead. Everyone thinks they know what happened. But secrets are buried everywhere in this small town. And it's up to Emmy Clifton to uncover the truth
The battle for Texas
"The Battle for Texas begins with the brave defense of the Alamo in which every man is killed. The women of the Alamo, Susanna Dickinson and Caroline LaFont are spared. Luke Calhoun, who arrived too late to join the defenders of the Alamo, is held captive by the Mexicans until the end. It is then that he is freed by Santa Anna in order to lead the women to safety. Luke joins Sam Houston in the epic battle for Texas Independence on the plains of San Jacinto, a battle Caroline observes from a secure position. The ordeal she and Luke have faced has brought them together so that, as man and wife, they begin their future in a free Texas." -- Provided by publisher
Pool house
"Stevie cannot escape her mother. Abandoning college plans to work a dead-end job, her days are a purgatorial bore. Many dream of moving to L.A. and into the spotlight, but Stevie can't wait to move away from it, and her mother's orbit, to start over. Moon is many things: an out-of-work actress, a recovering addict, whatever a mistress becomes when she's widowed, and a mother. Reeling in the aftermath of her lover and TV husband's death, Moon struggles to process her grief. And the last thing she expects is for Stevie to leave her too. Now, neither Stevie nor Moon can afford to quit each other. And their cost of living forces them into a glass-walled pool house in the backyard, while their home is rented out to pay the bills. But when Adam, Moon's former TV son and Stevie's forever crush, arrives for the funeral, the three are pulled into a messy orbit, moving back into the 'Big House' and play-acting a picture-perfect family even as tensions rise and relationships unravel"--
Helpless
"Faye is one half of a power producing duo with her Hollywood husband. Henry is a married father running the family business. On the surface, both of their lives have essentially gone to plan. But when their former beloved college professor suddenly passes away, Faye and Henry find themselves back on campus for the funeral, circling something old and dangerous. Something, if Faye is honest with herself, she has been trying to duplicate for years. But Henry is one of a kind. The kind who delivers a hypnotic apology for the way things ended. The kind who invites himself back to her hotel room. The kind who drugs and kidnaps her. When Faye comes to at Henry's remote mountain cabin, she's beside herself. Has Henry brought her here to punish her? She did, after all, write and star in a lauded episode of television based on their indelicate appetites and vicious breakup. As her week of captivity unfolds, Faye finds herself pulled back into his irresistible gravity. But as Faye and Henry spiral into their old dynamic, a sprawling, years-old mystery begins to take shape -- one that will rewrite history as Faye remembers it and reveal an astounding, cataclysmic truth."--
The delivery a novella
"Rebecca and Mark Higgins are doing their best to hold their family together. She's healing from the pain of a miscarriage, he's drowning in pressure at work, and their neurodivergent daughter, Maddy, needs all the care she can get. So when a cutting-edge tech company offers the perfect solution, they jump at the chance. And they welcome 'Mr. Man'--a humanoid AI companion--into their home. Designed to anticipate their needs, he's like a miracle at first. The house runs like clockwork. Meals appear on the table. And Maddy thrives under his patient attention. But when inexplicable tragedies start to strike the neighborhood, Rebecca glimpses a darker pattern at play. Each incident is an answer to an unspoken fear, each kindness shadowed by violence. Mr. Man isn't just following instructions--he's anticipating what they want. Even the things they never dared to say. And if he's executing their darkest desires, it's their responsibility to stop him...at any cost"--
Love you more
"Two former high school sweethearts are reunited years later by a mutual friend's last wishes in this heartfelt novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Pact. Billie has a great life. She has a thriving practice as a doctor in New York City, a handsome boyfriend who adores her and a beautiful apartment. She's completely content until the phone rings one early one morning with bad news. Her best friend from high school, Erin, has died in a car accident, and her high school sweetheart, Mick, with whom she has had no contact in years, is calling from their hometown in Wisconsin to let her know. As Billie prepares to fly home for the funeral, memories come flooding back. She and Mick met in math class on her first day of high school. Billie and Erin hung out with a nerdier crowd; Mick was the star of the football team. Eventually their unlikely friendship blossomed into something more, the sweetest of young romances. But life has a way of taking people their separate ways, and by the time she was in medical school, Billie and Mick had said goodbye. Now in Wisconsin for the funeral, they learn that Erin's last wishes contain a life-altering request. What does that mean for the separate lives they've built? Powerful, gripping and romantic, Love You More is a moving story about the plot twists life has in store for us--and how we must become the authors of our own stories." --publisher
The lumber baron's wife
"When the young wife of a powerful lumber baron vanishes into the wilds of frontier Michigan, her friend is left to unravel the truth in this captivating dual-timeline novel. 1873. After a devastating loss, Hannah Wagner never imagined she'd leave her comfortable home for the harsh, unfamiliar wilderness near Lake Michigan. But when Henry Abernathy -- a friend of her husband, John -- offers them a fresh start in a booming lumber town, where John's skills as a doctor are sorely needed, Hannah reluctantly agrees. There, she meets Kate, Henry's spirited, much younger wife. Kate's sharp tongue and outsider status have made her unwelcome among the town's elite, and when she begins confiding in Hannah, it's clear her marriage is not what it seems . . . and that a secret from her past could destroy everything. Present day. Ashley Gilbert never planned to settle in Michigan, but when her husband lands his dream job as a conservationist, she agrees to follow. While restoring their historic home -- built in the 19th century for a doctor and his wife -- Ashley becomes captivated by its past and its connection to the nearby Abernathy mansion, now being transformed into a museum. While volunteering with the restoration, she stumbles upon the unsolved mystery of Kate Abernathy's disappearance. What begins as curiosity soon becomes a quest for the truth -- one that will connect her to two women whose stories and struggles echo and inspire her own."--
Meet me in the garden
"New Orleans, 1944. Odette has always been one of the Honore sisters, glamorous and admired in their Creole community. But while Odette's older sisters are content to be wives and mothers, Odette has always wanted something else. It is only with her beloved cousin, Delphine, that Odette can tell her secret: she is in love with a woman, and she longs to be an artist. Delphine has a secret lover, too, a white man. In the hidden garden they've discovered, Odette and Delphine can dream of futures full of passion and freedom. But five years later, Odette's life is nothing like what she'd planned. She's a widowed mother, living in Los Angeles, and she and Delphine, who is passing as white, have spiraled away from each other. When Delphine reaches a breaking point, Odette must make a shattering choice to try to hold her family together." --
When lemons give you life
"Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He's done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides. Life's given him all the lemons he can handle--so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It's supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he's regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavor and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect ... Meanwhile, Griff's younger sister, Lisa, is navigating a new ADHD diagnosis and the spark of an unexpected romance. Despite their fractured sibling relationship, she dutifully visits Griff, though she knows hope of a reconciliation is gone, buried in the silence between them. But the truth has a way of boiling over--and when secrets, soufflés and second chances collide, they may discover a recipe for forgiveness"--
The Farewitch of Foxe Holler
"Honey Frost is Foxe Holler's dependable Farewitch. With a dash of flour and a pinch of charm, Honey carries on her family's legacy for healing any ailment with the right recipe. She just didn't expect to inherit the role twenty years early and relatively untrained. When the Holler's reclusive Warlock suddenly requests a Farewitch to cure his mysterious illness, Honey's ordered life turns upside down. Honey is reluctant to help--Witches and Warlocks do not get along. Then he tempts her with the one thing she can't resist: access to his infamous library of spellbooks and grimoires. Soon, Honey is the newest resident of his moody farmhouse, which has one gorgeous kitchen. And a Warlock that maybe...isn't so frightful after all. Or old. Or bad looking. But as Honey works to unravel his illness, a darker threat looms: The Widow Witch, who steals a soul from Foxe Holler every year, is due--and this time, she wants the Warlock"--
Life of M
"From the critically acclaimed author of the Outline trilogy, an irresistible novel of fame, power, beauty, and truth-and a blazing renovation of the form. The movie star M is one of the most recognizable faces of our time. Her image is everywhere. It has been like that since she was a child. With such fame, her life has the appearance of freedom: people are instantly obliging, spaces are altered to accommodate her, time can be rearranged. M may live in the same places as real people. She may meet her friends or collect her children from school or walk her dogs as they do. But it seems the rules of reality have melted away. Now, a writer has decided to pay close attention to M's life in the hope of understanding who she really is. It is hard not to feel ugly next to M, hard not to feel insignificant. But what truths -- about the very experience of living -- might this proximity allow the writer to briefly capture? In this astonishing novel, Rachel Cusk hunts for these truths without ever swerving away into self-deception. Her pursuit leads us across olive groves and beaches, behind the smoked windows of limousines, and through beautiful cities considered the great masterpieces of civilization. And at every turn, Cusk contemplates the cost of this beauty--and what we might lose when we are hypnotized by it. Life of M is a thrilling investigation of who we are, and who we pretend to be, at this late stage of modern life when we are mesmerized more than ever by the images we see everywhere. It cuts through a world of noise and spectacle to bring us an eerie music of immense power and beauty. " --
The intrigue
"Handsome con artist Ulises has long charmed lonely women via letters to steal their money, but money is hard to come by in 1940s Mexico. Ulises knows his looks won't last forever, and he's desperate to get his hands on a real fortune. He thinks he's found it when he captivates his newest correspondent, Perla, the owner of a small-town boardinghouse in picturesque Veracruz. But when he meets her, he finds something he didn't expect. The woman has a niece, Inés, who is as observant as she is desperate to escape her aunt's household. When Inés discovers Ulises' true intentions, she wants in on the scheme. They'll convince her aunt that Ulises is a great catch, Perla will marry him, and her money will vanish. Easy, fast and clean. But Perla is not the desperate, silly spinster Ulises imagines. She harbors secrets. And although Ulises does not believe in true romance, Ines is more alluring than he bargained on. Suddenly, a simple plplan mayecome perilously complicated. Venture into the streets of a small town where the patina of convention and good manners conceals a cauldron of avarice and lust."-- Provided by publisher
A splintering
"In a village in rural Pakistan, Tara is watching and waiting. The smell of dung and dust hangs over her world. She is desperate to leave her petty life in the village and escape the iron grip of her violent, unpredictable brother. Marrying a middle-class accountant allows her to escape to the capital, but she soon finds that life as a respectable housewife is not enough. She wants what the rich mothers at her children's school have. Her desire for wealth and freedom becomes an obsession--one for which she'll push her marriage and herself to the brink. When her brother comes back into her life, dragging the specter of all she's escaped, Tara must decide if there are any lines she won't cross to live the life she deserves. Set against a hypnotic, oppressive backdrop of political violence and natural disaster, A Splintering traces the class struggle of a woman stuck between province and metropolis, between motherhood and ambition. Disquieting and utterly gripping, it is an extraordinary achievement by Dur e Aziz Amna, an exploration of a complex and unforgettable character who will risk everything to carve out a life of her own."--Amazon
Love you more
"Two former high school sweethearts are reunited years later by a mutual friend's last wishes in this heartfelt novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Pact. Billie has a great life. She has a thriving practice as a doctor in New York City, a handsome boyfriend who adores her and a beautiful apartment. She's completely content until the phone rings one early one morning with bad news. Her best friend from high school, Erin, has died in a car accident, and her high school sweetheart, Mick, with whom she has had no contact in years, is calling from their hometown in Wisconsin to let her know. As Billie prepares to fly home for the funeral, memories come flooding back. She and Mick met in math class on her first day of high school. Billie and Erin hung out with a nerdier crowd; Mick was the star of the football team. Eventually their unlikely friendship blossomed into something more, the sweetest of young romances. But life has a way of taking people their separate ways, and by the time she was in medical school, Billie and Mick had said goodbye. Now in Wisconsin for the funeral, they learn that Erin's last wishes contain a life-altering request. What does that mean for the separate lives they've built? Powerful, gripping and romantic, Love You More is a moving story about the plot twists life has in store for us--and how we must become the authors of our own stories." --publisher
Cocky August rake
"Lord Reginald Preston--the long-absent younger brother of the Duke of Malum--has returned to society, having formerly believed to have gone down with his ship, The Phantom Gale. ... Lord Reginald has reportedly been seen on more than one occasion in the company of Lady Josephine, the youngest sister of the Earl of Standish. Respectable ladies, after all, do not usually favor gentlemen who spend their evenings preserving the business interests of London's most notorious private emporium"--Pages 1-2
Yellow Pine
"In the latest novel from "our most significant rising writer of the American West" (Vulture), an unfettered heroine searches for a new way to love, and live, in a deeply uncertain world The first time Rose fell for Miles, she was a college kid, all too eager to be swept into his sexy orbit; little wonder the relationship crashed and burned. When Miles comes back into her life two decades later, he finds a different Rose. Not only has she moved back to her beloved desert, on a homestead she's dubbed Nothingness Flats, but she's chosen to live "on the other side of the portal," with an intentionality that's brought her hard-won peace and freedom. She's navigating single parenthood, and she's found a community out at Yellow Pine, where a group of spirited misfits have mounted a stand against the corporatization of solar power. Is it worth jeopardizing all this for another chance with Miles? And yet the universe seems to be beckoning her, not only back to him but possibly toward another child. What shape might her future take, on this side of the portal? As furious, funny, searching, and searingly original as ever, in Yellow Pine Watkins blazes a trail toward a radically reimagined vision of a good life in a precarious age"-- Provided by publisher
The wife upstairs
"Victoria Barnett has it all. A great career. A handsome and loving husband. A beautiful home in the suburbs and a plan to fill it with children. Life is perfect -- or so it seems. Then she's in a terrible accident... and everything falls apart. Now Victoria is unable to walk. She can't feed or dress herself. She can't even speak. She is confined to the top floor of her house with twenty-four-hour care. Sylvia Robinson is hired by Victoria's husband to help care for her. But it turns out Victoria isn't as impaired as Sylvia was led to believe. There's a story Victoria desperately wants to tell... if only she can get out the words. Then Sylvia discovers Victoria's diary hidden away in a drawer. And what's inside is shocking."--
Just a Highland fling
"Neelu Pillai makes a last-minute decision to fly to Scotland for her estranged father's wedding with one goal: to get through it with as little conflict as possible. But when her tipsy tirade at the rehearsal dinner is the reason her father gets left at the altar, she agrees to help him track down his runaway bride. There's just one problem: The third member of this road trip through the highlands is Jacob, the hot desi bagpiper from the wedding who just happens to be Neelu's recent one-night stand. They couldn't keep their hands off each other a few nights ago, but now he can't seem to stand her. Their journey to Skye is certainly not smooth, but as the two work together through the obstacles, doing their best to reunite Neelu's father with his bride, they realize that there's more to each other than meets the eye. And that the electric connection they'd felt the night they met is still as strong as ever. . ."--
Aquaman. 2, Justice League Blue
"Arthur Curry has returned to Earth-transformed, empowered, and ready to rebuild. But peace is short-lived. From cursed treasure to ghost pirates and ancient gods stirring beneath the waves, an unseen infection is spreading through the ocean's heart. As Aquaman contends with new powers and a fracturing Justice League Blue, the mystery of the Blue deepens-and Mera's search for Atlantis reveals a terrifying link between the Dark Tide and the godlike reach of Darkseid."-- Provided by publisher
Man overboard!
Patrick "Kick" Kilpatrick hates the ocean. Has always been terrified of it. And now he's in a real pickle. Drifting alone in the sea after falling (or jumping? He can't remember as the all-inclusive drinks on the cruise he was taking with his extended family were, well, inclusive), Kick must survive. Breath by breath, hour by hour in the lonely sea. As the waves crash over him, so too do the thoughts and memories of just how he got there. A Thanksgiving cruise with an obnoxious brother-in-law he has to bite his tongue to keep from screaming at. A father who gives the Great Santini a run for his money. And a mother who already left the family boat, so to speak, a long time ago. His family may be complicated, and the pains of life may seem unbearable--infuriating enough to leap from the deck--but maybe the will to survive is stronger. Man Overboard! is an inventive, slyly hilarious, and inspiring novel about what it means to be alive and stay alive, and what keeps us going no matter how choppy the waves of our journey become. Hold on for dear life!
The indispensable Calvin and Hobbes a Calvin and Hobbes treasury
A selection of cartoons from the comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes," in which Calvin goes to the beach, watches a sunset with his father, and seeks revenge on his baby-sitter
The subtle pleasures of indiscretion
"In this latest installment of the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series, everyone's favorite moral philosopher and amateur sleuth takes on a new set of delicate disputes. Isabel has an unwavering commitment to her principles, which means she is often asked to advise on the sensitive, personal affairs of others--even those whose business she would prefer to stay out of. When Isabel receives a surprise visit from a friend who has recently discovered the existence of a long-lost brother, she will have to face this quandary in her usual deft and thoughtful way. The friend has always held her father in high regard, and is worried that knowledge of his affair will tarnish her siblings' perception of him. Meanwhile, Isabel's husband Jamie has been offered the gig of his dreams--the opportunity to play in a series of concerts at a prestigious venue in London. After meeting the series coordinator, it becomes clear to Isabel that the woman has a massive crush on Jamie. Isabel isn't sure whether to reveal the woman's intentions. Should she tell Jamie of her suspicions, or would that mean calling his talent into question? And finally, the ever-frustrating Professor Lettuce returns, this time embroiled in a ridiculous dispute with his friend Professor Dove. Somehow, Isabel gets dragged into resolving the affair. As always, Isabel will have to use her pragmatic sensibility and kindness to navigate these tricky situations." --
Ideal life
"What if you could rewind the last twenty-four hours and perfect your life? Embarrassing email typo? Corrected and perfected. Missed workout? Rescheduled and crushed. Awkward conversation? Smoothed out and charmed. On the eve of Talia Morgan's neuroscience startup's major acquisition, a glitch in her app leads to catastrophe, and everything she's worked for crumbles in a single night. Then Talia wakes up with a mysterious watch that lets her rewind the last twenty-four hours. Suddenly, she can prevent the glitch, ace that crucial meeting, and savor perfect Sunday afternoons with Sam, her brilliant best friend who's quietly loved her for nearly two decades. But what starts as a tool for good soon becomes a dangerous temptation to turn back every messy moment and optimize her life until it's flawless. When one rewind goes too far, though, Talia begins to see that the imperfect version of her life might be the only one worth living." -- Back cover
Lucky 22
"Ella Rose Holt believes in magic. Not always the fairy-tale kind, but the quiet kind that shows up when you least expect it. On the brink of her golden birthday, chasing acting dreams in Los Angeles, Ella's life feels full of possibility--and just a little unfinished. Christian Lucas has built his world on discipline, dedication, and the game he loves. As a professional baseball player, his life is carefully scheduled, a bit guarded, and rarely spontaneous. When a chance encounter, a lucky number, and a not-so-blind blind date bring them together, neither is prepared for the connection that follows. What starts as an unexpected meeting quickly becomes something deeper--an easy friendship, a steady trust, and a romance that grows quietly but undeniably. As their worlds collide under bright stadium lights and red-carpet flashes, Ella and Christian must decide whether love has a place in lives already full of ambition, sacrifice, and dreams in motion"--Page 4 of cover
Pride comes before a fall
"In the third installment of this witty Regency romcom series, a headstrong chaperone is torn between following her rigid principles or her heart Despite his many responsibilities, there is nothing Leopold Sloane, the 11th Duke of Debden, takes more seriously than the safety of those he loves. When one of his sisters is injured at a protest rally, he drags his family to Bath for the summer to keep his reckless and rebellious siblings out of harm's way. The only flaw in his plan is his overwhelming but inexplicable attraction to the new chaperone he has hired to watch out for them. An outspoken conundrum of a woman who soon causes him more trouble than both his sisters combined...but who calls to his soul regardless. From the moment Portia Kendall read her first revolutionary pamphlet beneath her bedcovers at Miss Prentice's School for Girls, she realized that her true calling was to make the world a fairer place for the masses downtrodden by the aristocracy. A calling that led her to Equitas, a radical newspaper that champions reform. But as Portia discovers, writing doesn't pay the bills. To make a living, she must push aside her principles and serve the very people she criticizes weekly in her column. A temporary position as a chaperone in the home of a pompous duke seems like the perfect way to earn enough to follow her heart. Unfortunately, the duke who hires her seems to be more dashing and noble than pompous and soon begins to call to her heart too-as much as she tries to deny it. But dare she risk her principles for love or will her pride always come before a fall?"-- Provided by publisher
The true meaning of love
"February 24 is the eighteenth birthday of a Ukrainian ballet school student named Vlad. It also happens to be the day that the first bombs of the 2022 Russian attack land on his homeland. As life for every person in the country is turned upside down in a moment, Vlad is immediately called up to serve in the military. But as much as he wants to defend his country, he is desperate to get his girlfriend, Tatyanna, an orphan whose only home has been the ballet school, out of the country. With their home under siege, Tatyanna tries to make her way to safety in Poland. Also joining the refugees is Yulya, who is torn between getting her young children across the border and staying at the side of her husband, Symon, and her elderly parents, Petro and Oxana, who refuse to abandon their home. As millions flee, Vlad and Symon join a volunteer civilians' unit to fight. Even elderly citizens like Petro and Oxana are given AK-47s, though soon starvation becomes as much of a threat as the encroaching troops. Sasha, an obstetrician, and Anton, a surgeon, who are secretly lovers, stay behind to treat the never-ending waves of wounded. When the Russians bomb hospitals, the heroic couple find themselves delivering babies in bomb shelters. Through the stories of Vlad, Tatyanna, Yulya, Symon, Sasha, and Anton--each struggling to protect their loved ones and preserve their own humanity--Danielle Steel tells a gripping and deeply moving story of regular people surviving as war rages around them"--
See you at the Sunset
"Jia Chung is living the dream...until she gets fired from her job, yet again. With her mom breathing down her neck to move home, she needs an escape, fast. When Mimi, her beloved grandmother, invites her to spend the summer in Palm Springs, Jia jumps at the chance. Staying at Sunset Hills Senior Living Community is exactly where a free spirit like Jia can thrive--among people living their best, sun-soaked, fun-filled lives. So what if they're all octogenarians? Henry Shin lives by the rules. It's what overworked corporate lawyers do. They don't fly off to Palm Springs to help their grandfathers move into a new home. But Dennis is Henry's only family. How else can Henry make sure he's settled and safe? The boisterous Zumba classes, daily happy hours, and spicy book clubs were a surprise though. And at the center, leading the charge, is a bright, vivacious stunner named Jia Chung. The same face he'd had a one-night stand with a few months back. And the same woman Henry was forced to terminate at his company the morning after. As carefree days turn into hot, steamy nights, the chemistry between Henry and Jia ignites. But when the real world beckons, should what happens at the Sunset stay at the Sunset?"--
A mismatch made in London
"When Amelia Moore is invited to London for the social season, she hopes for a chance at love-but not with prideful Jeremy Beaumont, the season's most sought-after bachelor. As the friction between them heightens, Amelia and Jeremy must confront their undeniable attraction-and discover whether their battle of wills has actually been a dance toward love"-- Provided by publisher
Fall into place
"Lenore's life is falling apart. Propelled home from Manhattan to rural Vermont to spend one final autumn at her family's historic apple orchard before it's sold, Lenore struggles to say goodbye. Not only to French Hill Farm, but to everything that once inspired her art. Soon enough, entries in her late grandmother's journal reignite memories of Lenore's childhood-and the crush on the groundskeeper's son she's since tried to forget. Callan's path has been laid out for him for as long as he can remember: live, work, and die in Whitbury, Vermont. He's taken over for his father as the groundskeeper at French Hill Farm, but now that it's soon to be sold, his future has turned abruptly uncertain. The last thing he needs is a distraction-like Lenore French showing up out of the blue, looking even better than he remembered. As his best friend's little sister, she's always been off limits, and the last time they saw each other, he blew his chance anyway. Lenore has long believed that her dreams are too big for the small town she grew up in-the same town Callan believes he can never outrun. But one last autumn together could paint their hometown-and each other-in a brand new light"-- Provided by publisher
Dear to Saturn
"Two sexy, scheming sisters. Disapproving wealthy in-laws. And a mysterious family jewel that everyone's dying to get their hands on. Happily married Wendy and Kesh are shopping for an Indian family festival when an old flame runs over and straddles him in the aisle. She's gorgeous, charming, and one of two sisters who will soon sink their claws into the hearts of everyone in the Muthu family. Can Kesh withstand temptation? Will Wendy forgive him if he can't? And if things take a sinister turn, will their marriage -- and family -- survive?"--
The good parts
"When Landon receives a letter from Rose--the woman he once planned forever with--he learns their love story is over. She's undergone a radical memory-erasing treatment, leaving behind her grief, her past ... and him. But Landon can't bear to lose the love of his life. If she fell for him once, couldn't she fall for him again? Now living in Edinburgh, Rose's world is a blank canvas, and she's dating someone new. When Landon reenters her life as a stranger, they become fast friends, their lives entwining once more. But what Rose doesn't know is that this new friend carries the weight of everything they once shared: their firsts, their marriage, and the heartbreak they barely survived. And when she starts exhibiting strange symptoms, it becomes clear their history isn't gone--it's just buried. And remembering could come at a devastating cost. Told in alternating timelines--his from the present, hers from the past--The Good Parts is an achingly poignant story about the people we become across a lifetime, and the quiet grace of learning to let go while holding on to what's worth keeping"-- Provided by publisher
Siren says
"Raven Wynn knows the ancient Celtic magic that runs through her veins brings nothing but chaos. It doomed her ancestors. It killed her mother. It's the reason she's now bound by a painful curse, one that will destroy her if she can't find a way to break its hold. Raven's estranged aunt, Delilah Wynn, comes storming into her life and points her towards a cure. But Raven's freedom from pain comes at an unwanted price: her magic has been fully unbound, making her more powerful-and more dangerous-than anyone thought possible. Desperate to tame powers she never wanted, Raven makes a pact with Delilah: in exchange for learning to control her magic, Raven will help capture a mysterious spirit called a gwll. With the help of her new friend, Cherry, and the infuriatingly handsome stone smith, Idris, Raven learns that capturing the spirit is even more dangerous than she imagined-one false move and the gwyll has the power to trap her soul-forever. A glorious escape into a world of witchcraft and a tender coming-of-age tale, Siren Says is a bewitching story of a young woman determined to embrace her family history to save herself, and learn to wield her family's magic to save her loved ones from the vengeful spirits preying on their town"-- Provided by publisher
Every version of you
Joey Vasquez's life is the definition of good on paper. At thirty-two, she's a lawyer on the cusp of making partner, she owns her house in Los Angeles, and she almost keeps pace with her doctor sister in her parents' eyes. When she reluctantly arrives at the very couple-y dinner party hosted by Elijah Aarons, the best friend she's secretly pined after for fourteen years, she's dismayed to find that the last person on earth she'd ever want to see again is also there: Alex Aquino. Your basic rich Silicon Beach bro asshole. The night couldn't possibly get worse--and then she dies. When Joey is given a second chance at life, she finds herself eighteen again, the year she first met both Elijah and Alex. Armed with memories from her first life, Joey is certain she's come back to finally convince the one man she ever loved to love her back--so why does she find herself strangely drawn to the man she thought she hated?
Falling for Peachtree Bluff
"Eldest sister Caroline has never been happier. The family business is thriving, her kids are great, and her sister Emerson's hunky costar has absolutely swept her off her feet. But when her not-quite-ex-husband decides it's high time he begged Caroline for a second chance, she is thrown into the midst of a love triangle she never saw coming. Caroline is the family fixer and, when her sisters Sloane and Emerson and daughter Vivi need her help with their troubles, she has to decide whether to swoop in and save them--or if it's finally time to focus on what she wants. Matriarch Ansley and her new husband, Jack, have finally hit their stride. But when a scandal rips through Peachtree Bluff--and Jack just might be at the center of it--Ansley is left questioning whether the man she has loved since she was sixteen years old, the man she fought so hard to be with, is actually who she thought he was at all. The air is crisper, the water is calmer, but, when it comes to the Murphy family, nothing is ever quite as simple as it seems. Through it all, these Southern women must rely on their powerful family bonds and the quirky characters and small-town charm of the place that, no matter what, always calls them home"--
Twisted road
"When Czar shut down Lazar 'Keys' Alexeev's undercover mission, that should have been the end of the story. Instead, Keys is back in the middle of a nowhere town where a petite redhead with a pouty mouth and a ready smile drives him to distraction. He's not sure why he's breaking all of Torpedo Ink's rules to spend more time around a woman who's not even his type. He can't get her out of his head--and now he's facing the consequences. Lyric Johansen doesn't like to look anyone in the eyes, but Keys's gaze is the one thing keeping her from a full-on panic attack. Her instinct to charge into the fray and help the biker fend off a group of vicious thugs has led to the most insane situation she's ever been in: trapped in a coffin with a man she barely knows, minutes away from a painful death. Survival means staying focused. But when Keys kisses Lyric to snap her out of losing it, he's the one who ends up falling apart. He'll need to unleash hell to get them out alive. If only to get another taste..."--
Raked away in September
"Rowan Blackwood, the infamous Earl of Haversham, has spent his life running from responsibility. He has no desire for the shackles of matrimony. But when he exits the notorious Dark Walks of Vauxhall Gardens a mere heartbeat behind Lady Tamsin Fairchild, a single gossip column ruins them both. Faced with a choice between a deadly duel with Tamsin's furious brother or a wedding ring, Rowan begrudgingly chooses the altar. Lady Tamsin had only stepped into the shadows of Vauxhall to save a dear friend from certain ruin. ... To salvage her family's name, she must marry the Rake of September--the one man her brother loathes above all others, and a scoundrel she has vowed to keep at arm's length"--Preliminary pages
We wish you a messy Christmas a holiday novella
"Olivia Bradshaw is dating veterinarian Malcolm McEntire, but her perfectionist mother hates his unorganized, messy family. Fearing her mother will ruin their romance, Olivia and her dad concoct a plot to mess up their typical, perfect Christmas. Can this intervention turn Olivia's mother around before Christmas turns into a complete mess?"-- Provided by publisher
The heart of the Nhaga
"Three handles one. The world is divided by the Line of Limit. To the north are the Tokkebi--fire people able to manipulate flames as both weapons and illusions; Rekon--giant birdmen with immense strength and warrior acumen; and the humans--as divided as the other races are unified. To the south are the Nhaga--a reptilian people who relinquish their hearts for immortality. For centuries, the races didn't cross that line, but change is in the air. A Nhaga is being sent North...and a trio is being dispatched to make sure this agent from the South makes it out alive--one from each race. But the illusion of a simple journey is quickly dispelled by the fact that the Tokkebi is merely a scholar, not an adventurer; the Rekon is deathly afraid of water; and the human hunts and eats Nhaga. And when the Nhaga they're supposed to be escorting out of the Kiboren forest is murdered, the one sent in his place turns out to very much have a heart--meaning he's quite vulnerable to the dangerous exodus. The four must quickly forge an alliance and shed the distrust and prejudice that plagues them if they are to survive. And just as crucial, they must figure out what this mission is actually about, because unbeknownst to them, the very fate of the world might rest on this one Nhaga making it to the North intact." -- Front jacket flap
Fleet of ghosts
"An expeditionary force will discover unfamiliar lands, fight deadly foes, and reveal secrets as they explore the mysterious new Earth they now call home in this gripping alternate history adventure set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Destroyermen series. Ever since the World War II-era destroyer USS Walker was marooned on a strange alternate Earth, naturalist Courtney Bradford has been eager to fully explore the planet. Now that the war with the Alliance's enemies has settled into an uneasy peace, he is given leave to organize the Corps of Discovery, a motley company formed of veterans of the Great War from all over the Alliance. On board the rebuilt Walker, they set out to investigate reports of a region in the Pacific where ships have gone missing and a terrible bright flash of light on the horizon was witnessed. But what they find there is beyond anyone's imagination: a great battered fleet made up of strange ships. Courtney suspects the rusty armada may have been transported to this world from another, the same way the Walker was four years ago. What none of them know is that the Alliance's enemies are already aware of these lost ships-and the deadly technology they can harvest from them-and are willing to go to any lengths to steal them. Courtney, his crew of inexperienced cadets, and a handful of lethal commandos are all that stand in the way of another global war-one that the exhausted Grand Alliance simply can't win"--
Green city wars
"Philip Marlowe meets Redwall in this superior adult noir tale, where all the characters are animals, fighting for survival in the city underneath the humans. In the solar cities of the future, the humans relax in the sun and the animals work in the shadows. Genetically engineered Little Helpers, serving humanity-unseen, unheard. Meet Skotch. Raccoon, PI-yours for a few buttons as long as the job isn't too illegal, whatever that means. A mouse has gone missing. Normally this wouldn't raise any hackles, nor any alarms, but this mouse has something that everyone seems to want, though nobody appears particularly eager to say what that something is. The fee is good-perhaps too good. Certainly not something Skotch can easily turn down. If only Skotch can work out where the mouse is hiding, what he's hiding, and why his secrets are upsetting a lot of animals caught up in the Green City wars"-- Provided by publisher
Kill all wizards
"SWORDS, SORCERY, AND A SPOT OF TEA We could think of nothing but the barbarian. He had come here, surely, to murder or marry someone, to exact revenge, or to say or do something very scandalous. We could hardly wait to see which it was. We hoped it would be all of them. The barbarian traveled far to consult the wizards of the empire. Instead of lending their aid, they ensorcelled him, exploited his strength, and stole his sword. They should not have done that. Now the barbarian plans to kill every wizard who wronged him, even if that means blending in with their vile society: dressing in finery, taking tea in exclusive clubs, and reserving the best box at the theater. Oh, he hates it all with the fiery passion of his savage heart-but not as much as he hates these wizards"-- Provided by publisher
To dance with death
"Once a spy for the ruthless King Illian, Vasalie sacrificed herself to kill him and prevent a prophesied war. But Illian's brother, Anton-the king she allied with and began to love-struck a deal with Moranya, the goddess of the underworld, to bring Vasalie back. The cost: his compassion, his memories of her, and all the events of the past six weeks. Now stripped of the truth, Anton believes his friends betrayed him and accepts Moranya's offer to rule the kingdom of the dead. But with the kingdom he leaves behind on the brink of civil war, and her cruel father threatening to invade, Vasalie realizes only Anton can reunite a fractured realm. To save her world and the man she was coming to love, Vasalie must journey to the underworld and reclaim him. But the Anton she finds is the worst version of himself: the arrogant, debauched king she once thought he was. To restore him, she'll have to restore his memories first... even if it means sacrificing her own heart"-- Provided by publisher
Harbinger
Contains content warning. Reader discretion is advised
Moss'd in space
"Torian Razner finally bought a starship, and contrary to Amelia's assessment, it was not 'a meteoric sign of stupidity.' Sure, the alien starship may have been abandoned for a century, and it may be covered in moss now... but it's Torian's ticket to freedom, regardless of what her ex... ah, captain... said. Except Torian's first flight reveals a surprise passenger: the moss is actually an organic computer with a snarky attitude and serious abandonment issues. The target of its loathing? The immortal alien who built it (and then parked the starship, with Moss inside, and forgot about it). The same alien who just found Torian and accused her of "stealing" the ship. It's entirely possible that Amelia was right about this meteoric stupidity"-- Provided by publisher
Massif
It's business as usual for Ship Leader Parnell Shi-Sawahla and the crew of the corvette Sassafras. Ride a Massif to a new system, fight the enemy, repeat. For more than two hundred years humans have been hitching rides on these sentient, starfaring mountain ranges, colonising planets and exporting an on and off again war between Earth and Mars. But the big questions are always there, behind every battle, every new colony, every new star system discovery. Why do the Massifs carry humans to the stars? Why do they help us export our wars? What's in it for the Massifs? Ship crews aren't supposed to ask these questions, they aren't supposed to think about these questions, and they definitely aren't supposed to go deep and talk to Massif avatars. But now Parnell and his tight-knit crew must try to find the answers, to save not only themselves but the future of humanity
Steelborn
Reya Connery became the Crimson Dagger, the most notorious thief in Rhiterra, by following a strict set of rules. One: There is no honor among thieves. Two: A good blade is key to any negotiation. Three: Only the dead keep secrets. And Reya has a secret that must be kept at all costs. But when a heist goes wrong on the eve of paying off her debt to a ruthless crime lord, Reya may need a new set of rules. And lots of coin. Fast. Enter Caelan Halcyon, an immortal warrior whose magic makes him a valuable target--if the curse inching closer to his heart doesn't kill him first. There's just one person who might be desperate enough to try and get their hands on the fabled cure in time to save his life, someone whose legend claims they can steal anything: the Crimson Dagger. A male of honor, Caelan loathes everything the beautiful, cocky thief represents, yet knows that Reya is his last hope for survival. Their search takes them to the edge of the known world, where Reya discovers that there is far more at stake than her and Caelan's own lives. Now, Reya must confront deadly foes, her growing attraction to the immortal who is as lethal as his jawline is perfect, and the rage she's spent a lifetime trying to bury. This time, her daggers aren't going to cut it, and the fate of all magic-born hangs in the balance. Enter a world ruled by tyrants and thieves, where magic is outlawed, revolution brews, desire is dangerous, and an impossible cure may prove deadlier than the curse
Engines of reason
"The highly anticipated sequel to the Hugo Award-nominated Elder Race, by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky. On a planet where stories govern identity, where science and magic are merely a point of view, a fallen princess, a reluctant wizard, and a precocious child must unravel the past to shape the future. Betrayal, ancient myths, and a clash of worlds converge in this spellbinding tale of courage, friendship, and self-discovery from one of science fiction's most compelling voices"-- Provided by publisher
The last starborn seer
"The last of a ruined bloodline, she's shunned for her volatile Starborn magic, which grants her prophetic visions but is slowly corrupting her mind. Branded a pariah, Leilani is blamed for the Sickening, a wasting curse that fractured the realms of Arcelia and plunged them into war. When her dying mother's health deteriorates and a forced marriage threatens her future, Leilani seizes the chance to reclaim her fate. A prophecy speaks of an ancient relic that could end the Sickening - and she's determined to find it. To retrieve the sceptre, she must survive the deadly climb to the Astral Mountain, forge alliances with enemies, outwit rebel forces, and navigate her own treacherous feelings for a rival envoy, which grow under the watchful eye of her betrothed. Hunted by a vengeful spectre and haunted by her magic, Leilani must decide what she's willing to sacrifice in the name of redemption -- before her powers consume her."--Book jacket
War wizard
"The first volume of a new epic trilogy set in the world of Krynn, written by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, the creators of Dragonlance"-- Provided by publisher
The Bridge kingdom
"A warrior princess trained in isolation, Lara is driven by two certainties. The first is that King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy. And the second is that she'll be the one to bring him to his knees. The only route through a storm-ravaged world, the Bridge Kingdom enriches itself and deprives its rivals, including Lara's homeland. So when she's sent as a bride under the guise of peace, Lara is prepared to do whatever it takes to fracture its impenetrable defenses. And the defenses of its king. Yet as she infiltrates her new home and gains a deeper understanding of the war to possess the bridge, Lara begins to question whether she's the hero or the villain. And as her feelings for Aren transform from frosty hostility to fierce passion, Lara must choose which kingdom she'll save . . . and which kingdom she'll destroy."--
The lion & the deathless dark
Content warning: "Please note that this book contains subject matter that may be difficult for some readers, including violence (including violence against children), gore and body horror, discussion of slavery, discussion of cannibalism, drug and alcohol use, grief, suicidal ideation, and pregnancy loss. Please take care while reading"--Provided by publisher
A forsaken prophecy
"In Belavere Trench, the Artisans and the Craftsmen are at war. Patrick, the last Alchemist, and Nina, the world's only known earth Charmer, have been captured by the Artisans, putting Patrick's rebel union in a precarious position. Though he hasn't forgiven Nina her betrayals, Patrick has other things to worry about. He is finally reunited with his father, a prisoner of the Artisans, and the group lands a narrow escape only with the help of Nina's first love, Theo. Decoding an ancient prophecy, they set off in search of an infinite supply of idium that will determine the course of the war, should it prove more than a myth. Fleeing across Craftsman towns on the brink, they will encounter old friends--and enemies--in search of answers"--
This weekend doesn't end well for anyone
In this third installment of the mystery series featuring author-turned-sleuth Eleanor Dash, a planned speaking engagement at a writers' conference in the Bahamas is disrupted when she discovers a body in her hotel room. Surrounded by fellow authors, acquaintances, and rivals--any of whom could be connected to the crime--Eleanor becomes involved in another investigation despite her attempts to take a vacation. The novel blends humor and suspense as Eleanor navigates personal relationships, professional tensions, and the challenges of solving a murder within a community of mystery writers
Surviving ice
"The USA TODAY bestselling author of the Ten Tiny Breaths series and Burying Water which Kirkus Reviews called a sexy, romantic, gangster-tinged page-turner returns with a new novel packed with romance, plot twists, and psychological suspense. Ivy Lee, a talented tattoo artist who spent the early part of her twenties on the move, is looking for a place to call home. She thinks she might have finally found it working in her uncle's tattoo shop in San Francisco. But all that changes when a robbery turns deadly, compelling her to pack up her things yet again. When they need the best, they call him. That's why Sebastian Riker is back in California, cleaning up the mess made after a tattoo shop owner with a penchant for blackmail got himself shot. But it's impossible to get the answers he needs from a dead body, leaving him to look elsewhere. Namely, to the twenty-something-year-old niece who believes this was a random attack. Who needs to keep believing that until Sebastian finds what he's searching for. Ivy has one foot out of San Francisco when a chance encounter with a stranger stalls her departure
The man made of smoke
"The latest gripping serial killer thriller from the New York Times bestselling author Alex North. Dan Garvie's life has been haunted by the crime he witnessed as a child-narrowly escaping an encounter with a notorious serial killer. He has dedicated his life since to becoming a criminal profiler, eager to seek justice for innocent victims. So when his father passes away under suspicious circumstances, Dan revisits his small island community, determined to uncover the truth about his death. Is it possible that the monster he remembers from his childhood nightmares has returned after all these years? With his signature shock and suspense, Alex North brings us The Man Made of Smoke. In turn emotional, introspective, and utterly terrifying, this is a story of fathers and sons, shadows and secrets, and the fight we all face to escape the trauma of the past"--
The witch and the huntress
Two of Greek mythology's most complex and powerful women--Medea and Atalanta--join forces on Jason's quest for the Golden Fleece in this suspenseful, sapphic reimagining from the acclaimed author of Psyche and Eros. Medea possesses both witchcraft and cunning, yet she endures a lonely and constrained life under the rule of her wicked father, Aeetes. When the hero Jason arrives, they strike a deal: If Medea helps him win her father's Golden Fleece, Jason will marry her and take her with him back to Greece. But as the journey unfolds, Medea is forced to choose between the life she expected and the love she secretly desires--and the cost may be greater than she ever imagined. Atalanta, raised by bears, is a capable warrior caught between the wilderness and the human world but never fully part of either. After the sudden disappearance of the woman she loves, Atalanta joins Jason's Argonauts in an attempt to find her. But when Medea becomes part of the crew, the sorceress awakens something in Atalanta that she cannot ignore. Jason, a skilled diplomat but a reluctant warrior, depends on his heroic companions to help him claim the Golden Fleece and retake the stolen throne of his father. Medea and Atalanta are among his most useful allies, but Jason soon finds that success may demand more than he can give. Bursting with mythological references and cameos, Luna McNamara's, 'The Witch and the Huntress' is a daring, enchanting story about two singular women in search of love, power, and redemption, set against a backdrop of epic quests and meddling gods
Bicycle repair manual
Fully revised with the latest models and equipment, such as electronic gear shifting and internal cable routing, this manual is esssential reading for every cyclist
My favorite terrible thing
The world's most famous author has vanished. A thrilling hunt of mind games and twisting suspense begins when a detective sees evidence written into her novel. Detective Nina Travers is so good at her job that she blends in like a benevolent Tom Ripley. She can be anyone. She can be no one. Nina wants to be someone. Her new case will finally get her noticed. Bestselling author Claire Ross has disappeared from the Hamptons on her wedding day. How tragic that the author of an epic romance that captured the heart, soul, and imagination of the world should suddenly vanish on the happiest day of her life. Claire's distraught family and friends, her mystified fiance, and her zealous online fans all have their theories--from the sinister to the hopeful. Nina's job is to find the truth, and she's pursuing an angle that no one else has explored. She's looking for a trail of clues in Claire's novel. Reading between its haunting lines, Nina follows a spiraling path of secret love, obsession, and death. What Nina finds is so shocking even she never saw it coming
Dead wake the last crossing of the Lusitania
Don't let go
"With unmatched suspense and emotional insight, Harlan Cob enexplores the big secrets and little lies that can destroy a relationship, a family, and even a town in this powerful new thriller. Suburban New Jersey Detective Napoleon "Nap" Dumas hasn't been the same since senior year of high school, when his twin brother Leo and Leo's girlfriend Diana were found dead on the railroad tracks -- and Maura, the girl Nap considered the love of his life, broke up with him and disappeared without explanation. For fifteen years, Nap has been searching, both for Maura and for the real reason behind his brother's death. And now, it looks as though he may finally find what he's been looking for. When Maura's fingerprints turn up in the rental car of a suspected murderer, Nap embarks on a quest for answers that only leads to more questions -- about the woman he loved, about the childhood friends he thought he knew, about the abandoned military base near where he grew up, and mostly about Leo and Diana -- whose deaths are darker and far more sinister than Nap ever dared imagine"--
Mail-order murder
While moonlighting during the Christmas rush for a trendy mail-order house, Lucy Stone stumbles upon the body of the company's founder and turns sleuth to find a killer in the small town of Tinker's Cove, Maine
Where the axe is buried
"A geopolitical thriller about a disintegrating Western world and the race to take control of the mysterious technology that could hold the key to the brewing revolution against tyranny"--
Gone without a trace
"A jaw-dropping novel of psychological suspense that asks, If the love of your life disappeared without a trace, how far would you go to find out why? Hannah Monroe's boyfriend, Matt, is gone. His belongings have disappeared from their house. Every call she ever made to him, every text she ever sent, every photo of him and any sign of him on social media have vanished. It's as though their last four years together never happened. As Hannah struggles to get through the next few days, with humiliation and recriminations whirring through her head, she knows that she'll do whatever it takes to find him again and get answers. But as soon as her search starts, she realizes she is being led into a maze of madness and obsession. Step by suspenseful step, Hannah discovers her only way out is to come face to face with the shocking truth."--
The rule of three
"From E.G. Scott, an utterly gripping tale of suspense about three couples and an innocent game night that goes horribly wrong. Full of twists and turns that you'll never see coming, this is a perfect summer read you won't be able to put down"--
Rogue justice a thriller
"Avery Keene is back, trying to get her feet on solid ground after unraveling a conspiracy that took down the President of the United States. But as the sparks of impeachment hearings and political skirmishes swirl around her, Avery is approached at a legal conference by Preston Davies, an unassuming young man and fellow law clerk to a federal judge in Idaho. Davies believes his boss, Judge Francesca Whitner, was being blackmailed in the days before she recently took her own life, and he gives Avery a file, a burner phone, and a fearful warning that there are highly dangerous people involved. Moments later, Avery is shocked when she witnesses Davies being murdered. After breaking the encrypted file Davies gave to her, Avery reveals a list of names-all federal judges-and, alarmingly, all judges on the FISA Court (the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court), also known as America's "secret court." It is this body that grants permission to the government to wiretap American individuals or corporations suspected of terrorism. Avery knows Judge Whitner had been extorted, but as she investigates the names and cases associated with other judges on the list she begins to see a frightening pattern-and she worries that something far more sinister may be unfolding. Drawing from today's headlines and weaving them together with her unique insider perspective, Stacey Abrams combines twisting plotlines, wry wit, and clever puzzles to create another immensely entertaining suspense novel"--
Dangerous secret
Trust me
"When Delaney Broward finds her best friend stabbed to death a decade after her brother suffered the same fate, she must confront her painful past in order unmask a killer who isn't done yet."--
Sinatra the chairman
Presents a behind-the-scenes examination of the life and career of the legendary performer that offers insight into his prolific accomplishments, multidimensional character, and complex relationships
A very English scandal sex, lies and a murder plot in the houses of parliament
"A behind-the-scenes look at the desperate, scandalous private life of a British member of Parliament and champion manipulator, and the history-making trial that exposed his dirty secrets to the world. As a member of Parliament and leader of the Liberal Party in the 1960s and 70s, Jeremy Thorpe's bad behavior snuck under the radar for years. Police and politicians alike colluded to protect one of their own. At the start of the 1970s, Thorpe was the most popular and charismatic politician in the country, poised to hold the balance of power in a coalition government. But Jeremy Thorpe was a man with a secret. His homosexual affairs and harassment of past partners--as well as his propensity for lying and embezzlement--only escalated as he evaded punishment. Until a dark night on the moor with an ex-lover, a dog, and a hired gun led to consequences that even his charm and power couldn't help him escape. Thorpe's climactic trial at the Old Bailey in London was immediately dubbed the 'Trial of the Century.' It was the first time that a leading British politician had stood trial on a murder charge. It was the first time that a murder plot had been hatched in the House of Commons. And it was the first time that a prominent public figure had been exposed as a philandering gay man, in an era when homosexuality had only just become legal. By the time the trial was over, Britain would never be the same again. With the pacing and drama of a thriller, A Very English Scandal is an extraordinary story of hypocrisy, deceit and betrayal at the heart of the British establishment"--
Three kings race, class, and the barrier-breaking rivals who launched the modern Olympic age
The first globally broadcast swim match, the one-hundred-meter at the 1924 Olympics, saw three great swimmers shatter records and invite unprecendented scrutiny about race, class, and celebrity. This book traces the careers and rivalries of these men and the epochal times they lived in
Rise of the Black quarterback what it means for America
Chronicles the shameful history of the treatment of Black players in the NFL as well as the breakout careers of a new generation of Black quarterbacks, including Colin Kaepernick, Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, and Kyler Murray
Locked in the will to survive and the resolve to live
"When Victoria Arlen was eleven-years-old, she contracted two rare diseases simultaneously and fell into a mysterious vegetative state. For two years her mind was dark, but in the third year, her mind broke free, and she was able to think clearly and to hear and feel everything - but no one knew. When she was fifteen-years-old, against all odds and medical predictions, she was finally able to communicate through eye blinks, and she gradually regained her ability to speak and eat and move her upper body, but she faced the devastating reality of paralysis from the waist down because of damage to her spine. However, Victoria didn't lose her strength or steadfast determination, and two years later, she won a gold medal for swimming at the London 2012 Paralympics. In Locked In, Victoria shares her never-before-published story--the pain, the struggle, the fight to live and thrive, and most importantly, the faith that carried her through. Her journey was not easy, but by believing in God's healing power and forgiveness, she is living proof that, despite seemingly insurmountable odds and challenges, the will to survive and resolve to live can be a force stronger than our worst deterrents"--
The streets win : 50 years of hip-hop greatness
LL COOL J Presents The Streets Win commemorates the birth, rise, and progression of Hip-Hop's culture and its indisputable impact on American music over the past fifty years. Vikki Tobak, Alec Banks and LL COOL J reveal the journey of this music genre through rarely seen photographs of Hip-Hop from its inception, from block party performances to street shots, parties, sessions at recording studios, and more
Damaged people : a memoir of fathers and sons
"Joe McGinniss was a paradox: a brilliant writer whose dazzling achievements were overshadowed by personal demons. At age twenty-six, he became the youngest living person to top the New York Times bestseller list, for his book The Selling of the President about Richard Nixon's 1968 campaign. Shortly after, he walked out on his wife and their three young children. His oldest son, Joe McGinniss Jr., went on to become a writer himself, known for his critically acclaimed novels The Delivery Man and Carousel Court. In the memoir Damaged People, McGinniss Jr. vividly recounts his affectionate yet stormy relationship with his famous father, capturing moments of tenderness and humor amid the chaos and tension. The prosaic commitments of full-time fatherhood held little appeal for Joe McGinniss, a superstar author who proudly relished the freedom to chase stories anywhere his curiosity led. He rose to prominence with a trilogy of true crime blockbusters in the 1980s and early '90s, Fatal Vision, Blind Faith, and Cruel Doubt. Notoriously, he found himself the subject of Janet Malcom's The Journalist and the Murderer, a book accusing him of manipulating one of his subjects. Controversy would dog the rest of his journalistic career, as he was accused of falsifying details in his 1993 biography of Ted Kennedy and his 2011 biography of Sarah Palin. His life was a turbulent mix of success and scandal, marked by alcoholism, depression, and an obsessive dedication to his craft that often left his family struggling to stay afloat. Now a father raising a son of his own, McGinniss Jr. wrestles with the legacy of his upbringing and his father's self-destruction, striving to create a stable and nurturing environment for his child. The pressures of modern parenting -- ranging from competitive school admissions to the mental health challenges that today's youth face -- force him to confront long-buried demons of ambition and obsession. Damaged People dives deep into the heartbreak of unfulfilled expectations and the beauty of second chances, offering an unflinching look at what it means to grow into a more compassionate and present parent." --
Nagasaki : life after nuclear war
Gay girl, good God the story of who I was and who God has always been
"Jackie grew up fatherless and experienced gender confusion. She embraced masculinity and homosexuality with every fiber of her being. She knew that Christians had a lot to say about all of the above. But was she supposed to change herself? How was she supposed to stop loving women, when homosexuality felt more natural to her than heterosexuality ever could?" -- Amazon.com
I'll show you
Drinking games a memoir
"Part memoir and part social critique, Drinking Games is about how one woman drank and lived- and how, for her, the last drink was just the beginning. On paper, Sarah Levy's life was on track. She was 28, living in New York City, working a great job, and socializing every weekend. But Sarah had a secret: her relationship with alcohol was becoming toxic. And only she could save herself. Drinking Games explores the role alcohol has in our formative years, and what it means to opt out of a culture completely enmeshed in drinking. It's an examination of what our short-term choices about alcohol do to our long-term selves and how they challenge our ability to be vulnerable enough to discover what we really want in life. Candid and dynamic, this book speaks to the all-consuming cycle of working hard, playing harder, and trying to look perfect while you're at it. Sarah takes us by the hand through her personal journey with blackouts, dating, relationships, wellness culture, startups, social media, friendship, and self-discovery. In this intimate and darkly funny memoir, she stumbles through her twenties, explores the impact alcohol has on relationships and identity, and shows us how life's messiest moments can end up being the most profound"--
Walk with me a biography of Fannie Lou Hamer
"Kate Clifford Larson's biography of Fannie Lou Hamer is the most complete ever written, drawing on recently declassified sources on both Hamer and the civil rights movement, including unredacted FBI and Department of Justice files. It also makes full use of interviews with Civil Rights activists conducted by the Smithsonian and the Library of Congress, and Democratic National Committee archives, in addition to extensive conversations with Hamer's family and with those with whom she worked most closely. Stirring, immersive, and authoritative, Walk with Me does justice to Fannie Lou Hamer's life, capturing in full the spirit, and the voice, that led the fight for freedom and equality in America at its critical moment." --
Alone on the wall
Vanderbilt the rise and fall of an American dynasty
Anderson Cooper chronicles the rise and fall of a legendary American dynasty--his mother's family--the Vanderbilts
Madden & Summerall how they revolutionized NFL broadcasting
This is the story of how John Madden and Pat Summerall got to CBS and, although very different, how they became the greatest broadcast team of all time. It is told by Rich Podolsky, who worked alongside them both at CBS. Separately, they were great. Together, they were the greatest ever. Madden & Summerall is about two stalwarts of the game, but their story is not without controversy. Summerall was a five-sport star who became a broadcaster by accident. Uncharacteristically, he was a morning drive-time radio host before he found his path on TV. Madden was a bigger-than-life Super Bowl-winning coach, and he easily could have been a stand-up comedian. We all remember the great story-telling John Madden, who won sixteen Emmy Awards, but we don't remember how much he struggled his first two years on the air to find his way. In fact, he was almost fired after his first season. It wasn't until he was paired with Summerall that it all clicked. They were so different, yet so perfect together--like peanut butter meeting jelly for the first time. The book follows the intimate stories of their lives from childhood to death: before and during their great twenty-one-year partnership. Never-before-told insider stories (some fun, some scathing) from friends, family members, and dozens of ex-colleagues pepper these chapters
New Audiovisual
Looney tunes collector's vault. 3
The Vault Opens Wider ... with 50 more shorts remastered on ray for the first time, including the very first Looney Tune (Sinkin' in the Bathtub) and Merrie Melodie (Lady, Play Your Mandolin!), as well as uncut fan favorites that have been unavailable for decades. Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd all the Looneys and more, for the cartoon connoisseur!
To a land unknown
"Two Palestinain cousins hustle their way through the underbelly of Athens, dreaming of making it to Germany. But as their hardship growns, so too does their desperation, testing the limits of what they will do for freedom." -- Container
Faces of death
A woman, employed as a website content moderator, comes across a series of violent videos reproducing death scenes from a film
Private Benjamin
A Jewish-American princess, Judy Benjamin, is devastated when her husband drops dead on their wedding night. While she grieves, a duplicitous recruiter for the Women's Army Corps convinces her to enlist. Judy thinks her enlistment is like a vacation but Captain Lewis quickly dashes her hopes of an easy time. As Judy goes through basic training like any other grunt, she becomes a good soldier and develops a sense of self-esteem
Zero dark thirty [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
Chronicles the decade-long search for Osama bin Laden following the September 2001 attacks, and his death at the hands of Navy SEAL Team 6
No way out
Charged with high-voltage tension and suspense, the electrifying thriller No Way Out is a tightly wound tale of intrigue set in the political whirl of Washington and the inner corridors of the Pentagon. In this '80s box-office smash, Kevin Costner (The Untouchables, Revenge) stars as naval hero Lieutenant Commander Tom Farrell, the new CIA liaison for Defense Secretary David Brice, a high-ranking master of political maneuvers played by the dynamic Gene Hackman (The Package, Narrow Margin). Sexy Sean Young (Blade Runner) is a gorgeous party girl who plays politics herself as Brice₂s mistress and Farrell₂s secret lover. And Will Patton (Desperately Seeking Susan) is the Secretary₂s ruthless aide, architect of a cover-up scheme that protects his boss, but entraps Farrell, putting his life in danger. With its serpentine plot twists, narrow escapes and true-to-life Pentagon setting, No Way Out is the harrowing story of an innocent man caught in a complex web of romance and murder, power and corruption
The voice of Hind Rajab
January 29, 2024. Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A 5-year-old girl is trapped in a car under fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line, they do everything they can to get an ambulance to her. Her name was Hind Rajab
Abraham's boys a Dracula story
"[Set in 1915 Central Valley, California] When Max and Rudy Van Helsing begin to uncover the violent truths behind their father's history with Dracula, their world unravels, forcing them to confront their terrifying legacy"--Set container insert
Supergirl
While on a birthday bender in space, Kara Zor-El accidentally gets entangled in a young woman's quest for revenge against a race of ruthless Barbarians. The leader shoots Krypto with a poison dart and Kara must retrieve the specific antidote from around his neck within three days, or say goodbye to the only Kryptonian family member who has been by her side through it all
One spoon of chocolate
An ex-military convict seeks a fresh start in a small town, but his past catches up as he finds love amid danger and chaos
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
Mutiny
In Mutiny, after witnessing his billionaire boss's murder and being framed for the crime, Cole Reed boards a cargo ship on a one-man crusade to avenge his boss's death only to discover an international conspiracy
Obex
"In pre-internet 1987, Conor and his dog Sandy live a life of seclusion, lost in the slow-rendering graphics of early Macs and televisions aglow with late night horror movie marathons. But when be begins playing Obex, a new and mysterious, state-of-the-art computer game, he finds himself trapped in a low-tech, but high-stakes analog hellscape as the line between reality and game blurs. Audacious and uncanny, writer-director Albert Birney's Obex is a delightfully skewed lo-fi fantasy. Shot in striking black and white, this surreally nostalgic nightmare revisits the dawn of personal computing to reflect on the loneliness of our always-online present day."--Disc container
Three smart girls
Penny Craig is a high-spirited girl who conspires with her two sisters to reunite their divorced parents. Her millionaire father, however, has plans of his own to remarry a beautiful socialite. High jinks, hilarity, and wonderful songs ensue as the sisters let nothing (and no one!) stand in their way to break up the romance and bring their father home
Minions & monsters
"This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created."--
O my beloved
I'm so happy
The album is designed to bring Ms. Rachel's educational and developmental approach to music into an audio-only format for families. Songs focus on early learning concepts such as phonics, counting, emotional awareness, social skills, movement, and imaginative play
Chuck Timely & the hourglass
The one day LP
From her early days as a So You Think You Can Dance finalist to becoming one of the defining voices of modern pop, Canadian singer, songwriter, an dancer Tate McRae has carved out a singular path. Tate McRae's 'The One Day LP' is the point of origin for one of the biggest pop artists in the world. These 9 songs capture the defining elements of Tate's songwriting, including hits "One Day" and "Teenage Mind" which have amassed over a half a billion streams to date
Grateful
The third studio album from award-winning band the Red Clay Strays features standout singles Demons in Your Choir; Revival; If I Didn't Know You; and Do Today. The album sees the band reuniting with their previous Made by These Moments collaborator and producer Dave Cobb. The assured songs of faith and redemption are fueled by a collective songwriting effort and executed with powerful lead vocals and a thunderous, heart-throbbing performance from the band. It's an impactful collection of songs from one of today's most beloved bands
Pylon
Live at the London Astoria II, 1994
Mule
Kiss destroys Anaheim '76
Awakening
John Williams legacy
Jesus is king
It's a dying art
Town Hall concert 1964. Volume 1
Roots, rock, reggae live at the Hammersmith Odeon
Our friend, Martin
Authentic historical footage is blended with colorful animations as students learn about the civil rights leader who challenged all Americans to turn his dream of freedom into reality
MIG welding made easy
Goes through the entire welding process step-by-step, and gives clear descriptions of how each factor affects the weld, including wire speed, voltage, stickout, gun angle, travel speed, and gas flow. Also covers plug welds, patch panels, welding aluminum, and using flux core wire
The Lord Peter Wimsey mysteries. Set 1
Two mysteries starring Lord Peter Wimsey. In the first, Lord Peter's sleuthing gets very personal when his future brother-in-law is found murdered and Gerald Wimsey, Peter's brother, is charged with the crime. In the second, General Fentiman is found dead in his favourite chair, and his wealthy sister dies the same day. Lord Peter is the first to suspect foul play since there are questions about inheritances
Binge box. Who taught you to throw a punch?
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Practical field dressing
On-camera demonstration and narration of field dressing white-tailed deer to visually and verbally illustrate proper field dressing steps that may be applied to white-tailed deer, antelope, mule deer, or elk
Binge box. You messed with the wrong crime family
The Godfather: It is the late 1940s in New York and "Don" Vito Corleone is the head of a powerful Mafia "family." His youngest son Michael had defied Vito by enlisting in the Marines to fight in World War II. Michael has returned with no intention of continuing the family business, but after several assassination attempts on his father's life, Michael wants revenge on the men responsible. He is groomed as the new don, leading the family to a new era of prosperity, then launching a campaign of murderous revenge against those who once tried to wipe out his family
Dino lingo. Russian language learning programs for children = Pycckn̆n
A learning program that teaches the most common 200 Russian words and phrases in six DVDs
Binge box. Best director - Guillermo del Toro
Crimson Peak: When her heart is stolen by a seductive stranger, a young woman is swept away to a house atop a mountain of blood-red clay; a place filled with secrets that will haunt her forever. Between desire and darkness, between mystery and madness, lies the truth
Voltron, defender of the universe. Lion force. Part 1
Keith, Lance, Hunk, Pidge, and Sven are an elite team of space explorers sent to find the last princess of planet Arus, Allura, and the keys to Voltron. Together they discover the five lions that make up the legendary robot, buried in the smoking ruins of planet Arus. However, the evil warlord King Zarkon appears and rains down destruction across the universe. When things seem darkest, our heroes form Voltron and begin a new struggle against his cruel empire!
The Wizard of Oz [3D Blu-ray + Blu-ray + DVD combo]
The charming film based on the popular L. Frank Baum novel, Dorothy and her dog Toto, are caught in a tornado's path and somehow end up in the land of Oz. Here she encounters some memorable friends and foes in her journey to meet the Wizard of Oz who everyone says can help her return home and possibly grant her new friends their goals of a brain, heart and courage
Binge box. PAW Patrol: puppypalooza!
PAW Patrol: the movie: When their rival, Humdinger, becomes Mayor of nearby Adventure City and starts wreaking havoc, Ryder and the heroic pups kick into high gear to face the most challenging mission of their careers. Along the way, the team finds help from a new ally, the savvy dachshund Liberty, and together they fight to save the citizens of Adventure City! Can the pups save the city before it's too late? After all, no city is too big, no pup is too small!
Binge box. Game night adventures
Jumanji: When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! There he remains for 26 years until he is freed from the game's spell by two unsuspecting children. Now a grown man, Alan reunites with Sarah and together with Judy and Peter tries to outwit the game's powerful forces
Kavanagh Q.C. Season 5 previous convictions set
Previous convictions: Kavanagh must defend a woman charged with murder after an RAF plane crashes into a crowd
Binge box. Based on a true story
The founder: Directed by John Lee Hancock (Saving Mr. Banks), The Founder features the true story of how Ray Kroc (Michael Keaton), a struggling salesman from Illinois, met Mac and Dick McDonald, who were running a burger operation in 1950s Southern California. Kroc was impressed by the brothers' speedy system of making the food and saw franchise potential. Writer Robert Siegel (The Wrestler) details how Kroc maneuvered himself into a position to be able to pull the company from the brothers and create a billion-dollar empire
Binge box. Not your average super hero
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
The wonderful 101: remastered [Switch]
Play along with other heroes and put teamwork to work, transforming your hero and enjoy victory over pure evil
NBA 2K22 [Switch]
Play in real NBA and WNBA environments against authentic teams and players. Build your own dream team with NBA stars of yesterday and today
Minecraft [XBOX ONE]
"Create your very own world and build to the limits of yourimagination. Explore mights mountains and living oceans of infinite worlds, amazing community-made maps, servers, thrilling minigames and more. Surivie online with friends who are on console, mobile and Windows 10, or share the adventure at home in split=screen multiplayer." -- from container
LEGO Star Wars: the Skywalker saga [PS4]
Play across all nine films in battles set on and around over 20 planets, with hundreds of characters and vehicles to choose from
Welcome to Animal Crossing: new horizons [Switch]
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round
Alone in the dark [XBOX Series X]
"Psychological Horror meets Southern Gothic in this reimagination of the classic survival horror game, Alone in the Dark. This love letter to the ground-breaking original lets you experience a haunting story through the eyes of one of two protagonists. Play as either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood and explore your environments, fight monsters, solve puzzles and uncover the uneasy truth of Derceto Manor... Deep in the 1920's south, Emily Hartwood's uncle has gone missing. Together with private investigator Edward Carnby, she embarks on a journey to Derceto Manor, a home for the mentally ill where something is lurking. You'll encounter strange residents, nightmarish realms, dangerous monsters and ultimately uncover a plot of rising evil. At the intersection of reality, mystery, and insanity, an adventure waits that will challenge your core beliefs."--from Amazon.com
SpongeBob SquarePants [Switch] the cosmic shake
"Help SpongeBob Squarepants and his companion Balloon-Patrick traverse magical portals and unlock cosmic costumes to find their lost friends"--cosmicshake.thqnordic.com
Miitopia [Switch]
Take your Mii characters on a face-off between good and evil. Cast your friends and family as heroes, villains, and villagers in a fantasy world. Fight side by side, grow closer by spending time at the inn, and go back out to battle again
Monopoly [Switch]
Designed to bring together families, friends, and neighbors, MONOPOLY® is perfect for game nights! Play with up to six players in your living room or online from around the world. Covering a variety of playstyles, you can choose to play with one controller for all or just one per player
FIFA soccer 08 [Wii]
Resident evil 4 [PS4]
"6 years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors of the incident, has been recruited as an agent reporting directly to the president of the United States. With the experience of multiple missions on his back, Leon is sent to rescue the president's kidnapped daughter. He tracks her to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the villagers. And the curtain rises on this story of daring rescue and grueling horror" --Publisher's website
Garden life [PS5] a cozy simulator
"You are in charge of an abandoned community garden and decide to roll up your sleeves to restore it to its former glory. Complete tasks given to you by your neighbors to earn rewards, unlock new tools, seeds, ornaments and areas of the garden, and learn more about what lies behind this secluded spot. Plant and nurture your dream garden using gardening techniques based in real life and adapted for everyone to enjoy." -- garden-life-a-cozy-simulator.com
Sackboy [PS4] a big adventure
Metal gear solid master collection. Vol. 1 [PS5]
"The original stealth action series returns! 'Metal gear solid: master collection vol. 1' brings 'Metal gear solid', 'Metal gear solid 2: Sons of Liberty', and 'Metal gear solid 3: snake eater' in a single package, along with bonus content containing the original Metal gear games, digital graphic novels, game scripts and more!"--Container
The legend of Zelda: Tri Force heroes [3DS]
Team up to battle and solve puzzles
A complaint free world how to stop complaining and start enjoying the life you always wanted
The story of Edgar Sawtelle
This modern take on Hamlet is set in rural Wisconsin, where the young protagonist, Edgar Sawtelle, is born mute. He develops his own language, a mixture of sound and sign, and can communicate with everyone and everything, including the family's distinctive breed of dogs and an occasional ghost. When Edgar's father dies unexpectedly, Claude, the boy's paternal uncle, ret.urns and implants himself into the family
The devil and Webster
From the best selling author of You Should Have Known and Admission, a twisty new novel about a college president and a student protest that mirrors today's campus unrest
Crazy rich Asians
When Rachel Chu agrees to spend the summer in Singapore with her boyfriend, Nicholas Young, she envisions a humble family home, long drives to explore the island, and quality time with the man she might one day marry. What she doesn't know is that Nick's family home happens to look like a palace, that she'll ride in more private planes than cars, and that with one of Asia's most eligible bachelors on her arm, Rachel might as well have a target on her back
Homegoing
"Two half sisters, Effia and Esi, unknown to each other, are born into two different tribal villages in 18th century Ghana. Effia will be married off to an English colonial, and will live in comfort in the sprawling, palatial rooms of Cape Coast Castle, raising half-caste children who will be sent abroad to be educated in England before returning to the Gold Coast to serve as administrators of the Empire. Her sister, Esi, will be imprisoned beneath Effia in the Castle's women's dungeon, and then shipped off on a boat bound for America, where she will be sold into slavery. Stretching from the tribal wars of Ghana to slavery and Civil War in America, from the coal mines in the north to the Great Migration to the streets of 20th century Harlem, Yaa Gyasi's has written a modern masterpiece, a novel that moves through histories and geographies and--with outstanding economy and force--captures the troubled spirit of our own nation"--
Stone cold
"Oliver Stone and the Camel Club are back in their most dangerous adventure yet, a war on two fronts"--Provided by the publisher
The Romanov ransom
"Treasure-hunting team Sam and Remi Fargo's search for a Romanov fortune brings them into perilous contact with an ambitious neo-Nazi clan, in the thrilling adventure from the #1 New York Times-bestselling author. In 1918, a ransom of enormous size was paid to free the Romanovs from the Bolsheviks, but, as history knows, the Romanovs died anyway. And the ransom? During World War II, the Nazis stole it from the Russians, and after that--it vanished. Until now. When a modern-day kidnapping captures the attention of husband-and-wife team Sam and Remi Fargo, the couple soon learn that these long-lost riches may be back in play, held in trust by the descendants of a Nazi guerrilla faction called the Werewolves. It is their mission to establish the Fourth Reich, and their time is coming soon. As the Fargos follow the trail across Europe, Northern Africa, and South America, they know only one thing. This quest is greater than anything they have ever done--it is their chance to make someone answer for unspeakable crimes, and to prevent them from happening again"--
Letting go and becoming talks on spirituality and modern life
Word of honor
The Paris detective
French Twist: Gorgeous women are dropping dead at upscale department stores in New York City. Detective Luc Moncrief and Detective Katherine Burke are close to solving the mystery, but looks can be deceiving. French Kiss: Very handsome and charming French detective Luc Moncrief joined the NYPD for a fresh start, but someone wants to make his first big case his last. Welcome to New York. The Christmas Mystery: In the heart of the holiday season, priceless paintings have vanished from a Park Avenue murder scene. Now, dashing French detective Luc Moncrief must become a quick study in the art of the steal, before a coldblooded killer paints the town red. Merry Christmas, Detective
The light between oceans
After the horror of World War I, Tom Sherbourne welcomes his new job as the lighthouse keeper on Janus Rock, an isolated island with no residents aside from him and his wife Isabel. But times on the island are tough for Isabel as she suffers multiple miscarriages and a stillbirth in just four years time. When a boat with a dead man and a young baby washes ashore, Isabel convinces Tom to let her keep the baby as their own, but the consequences to her actions may be dire
The Yiddish policemen's union
In a world in which Alaska, rather than Israel, has become the homeland for the Jews following World War II, Detective Meyer Landsman and his half-Tlingit partner Berko investigate the death of a heroin-addled chess prodigy
The giver of stars
"Set in Depression-era America, a breathtaking story of five extraordinary women and their remarkable journey through the mountains of Kentucky and beyond, from the author of Me Before You and The Peacock Emporium. Alice Wright marries handsome American Bennett Van Cleve hoping to escape her stifling life in England. But small-town Kentucky quickly proves equally claustrophobic, especially living alongside her overbearing father-in-law. So when a call goes out for a team of women to deliver books as part of Eleanor Roosevelt's new traveling library, Alice signs on enthusiastically. The leader, and soon Alice's greatest ally, is Margery, a smart-talking, self-sufficient woman who's never asked a man's permission for anything. They will be joined by three other singular women who become known as the Horseback Librarians of Kentucky. What happens to them--and to the men they love--becomes a classic drama of loyalty, justice, humanity and passion. Though they face all kinds of dangers, they're committed to their job--bringing books to people who have never had any, sharing the gift of learning that will change their lives. Based on a true story rooted in America's past, The Giver of Stars is unparalleled in its scope. At times funny, at others heartbreaking, this is a richly rewarding novel of women's friendship, of true love, and of what happens when we reach beyond our grasp for the great beyond"--
The fellowship of the ring
The first volume in the trilogy, tells of the fateful ppower of the One ring. All the members of the fellowship, hobbits, elves and wizards, are plunged into a clash between good and evil
The Christmas spirit
Peter Armstrong, a pastor, and Hank Colfax, a bartender, are lifelong friends who, on a whim, decide to switch jobs for the week before Christmas. As Peter and Hank begin to see each other's lives in a new light, and each discovers a new love to cherish, their lives are forever changed
Rugrats. Season 3
Take a crawl on the wild side with Tommy, Chuckie, and the rest of the Rugrats in this complete season three collection! This four disc box set is a diapee full of over ten hours of laugh out loud adventures, including fan favorite episodes Angelica Breaks a Leg, Stu Gets a Job and Naked Tommy
Monster couch
What do Dracula, Frankenstein, and a haunted couch have in common? They love to watch scary movies on Halloween! Take a seat on the couch and join in on the fun and howl along as favorite monster team laughs at the classic fright-filled-film, The House on Haunted Hill
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?
Descendants 2
The Villain Kids are back in a high-stakes adventure that's badder than ever! When the pressure to be royally perfect becomes too much for Mal, she flees Auradon only to have Evie and the rest of the gang sneak onto the Isle to retrieve her. But there₂s a new, self-proclaimed queen of evil in town: Mal's archenemy Uma, daughter of Ursula. Together with her pirate crew, including Captain Hook's son Harry and Gaston's son Gil, Uma unleashes havoc on Auradon!
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
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
Trolls ultimate collection
Rock out with Poppy, Branch, and the rest of your favorites with the Trolls: Ultimate Collection. You can't stop the music with over five hours of happiness featuring the blockbuster films Trolls, Trolls World Tour and Trolls Band Together, as well as the festive television specials Trolls Holiday and Trolls Holiday in Harmony. The musical fun continues with 'Dance Party Mode,' 'Trolls Dance Academy,' a sing-along version of Trolls Band Together, and many more bonus features that will have you singing and dancing along over and over again!
Eloise at the Plaza
Eloise is a spoiled rich kid that lives at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. A prince is coming to the hotel and everything has to be perfect, but Eloise manages to wreak havoc throughout the entire hotel
Chloe's closet. Season 2, volume 1
"Chloe's Closet follows the fun-filled adventures of an adorable, imaginative little girl named Chloe who discovers magical new worlds while playing dress-up."--Container
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
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!
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?
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
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
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!
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
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
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!
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!
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!
Backyard sports. Rookie rush [Wii]
Computer football simulation game for kids
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
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!
New Books for Teens
Fresh ink
"An anthology featuring award-winning diverse authors about diverse characters. Short stories, a graphic novel, and a one-act play explore such topics as gentrification, acceptance, untimely death, coming out, and poverty, and range in genre from contemporary realistic fiction to adventure and romance"--
Tomo-chan is a girl! 3
Night owls
"Clara loves rules. Rules are what have kept her and her sister, Molly, alive -- or, rather, undead -- for over a century. Work their historic movie theater by day. Shift into an owl under the cover of night. Feed on men in secret. And never fall in love. Molly is in love. And she's tired of keeping her girlfriend, Anat, a secret. If Clara won't agree to bend their rules a little, then she will bend them herself. Boaz is cursed. He can't walk two city blocks without being cornered by something undead. At least at work at the theater, he gets to flirt with Clara, wishing she would like him back. When Anat vanishes, and New York's monstrous underworld emerges from the shadows, Clara suspects Boaz, their annoyingly cute box office attendant, might be behind it all. But if they are to find Anat, they will need to work together to face down demons and the hungers they would sooner bury. Clara will have to break all her rules -- of love, of life, and of death itself -- before her rules break everyone she loves." --
Morgana and Oz. 2
"Morgana Winterberry belongs to a long line of witches, while Oz belongs to the rival vampire clan. After a chance encounter...and maybe a few stray spells...these two need to find a way to work together, or risk all-out war between coven and clan. Morgana is still trying to pick up the pieces after the explosive breakdown of peace negotiations between her family of witches and the Red Vampire clan. With the vampires poisoned because of a curse put on the blood served by Morgana's family, and Oz stuck as a cat thanks to a spell gone wrong, Morgana has a lot to fix. She's determined to put things right, which leads her to a powerful witch doctor, and right into the vampires' lair. There are a number of dangerous secrets to untangle, because something strange is going on with Morgana's powers, and someone in her family has been using dark magic. Meanwhile, no one on either side is happy about a witch and a vampire getting closer...except maybe Morgana and Oz"--
Cheshire Crossing
"What happens to Alice when she comes back from Wonderland? Wendy from Neverland? Dorothy from Oz? The three meet here, at Cheshire Crossing -- a boarding school where girls like them learn how to cope with their supernatural experiences and harness their magical world-crossing powers. But the trio -- now teenagers, who've had their fill of meddling authority figures -- aren't content to sit still in a classroom. Soon they're dashing from one universe to the next, leaving havoc in their wake -- and, inadvertently, bringing the Wicked Witch and Hook together in a deadly supervillain love match. To stop them, the girls will have to draw on all of their powers... and marshal a team of unlikely allies from across the magical multiverse."--Provided by publisher
Library of souls
Time is running out for the Peculiar Children. With a dangerous madman on the loose and their beloved Miss Peregrine still in danger, Jacob Portman and Emma Bloom are forced to stage the most daring of rescue missions. They'll travel through a war-torn landscape, meet new allies, and face greater dangers than ever. Will Jacob come into his own as the hero his fellow Peculiars know him to be? (Features more than 50 all-new Peculiar photographs.)
The hummingbird dagger
"1833. A near-fatal carriage accident has deposited an unconscious young woman on the doorstep of Hardwick Manor and into the care of young Lord James Ellerby. But when she finally awakens, it is with no memory of who she is or where she came from. Beth, as she calls herself, has no identity; the only clue to her circumstances is a recurring nightmare of a hummingbird, blood dripping from its steel beak. With the help of James and his sister, Caroline, Beth tries to solve the mystery of her own identity and the appalling events that brought her to their door. But nothing could prepare her for the escalating dangers that threaten her and the Ellerby clan. From the hazardous cliffs of Dorset to the hostile streets of London, Beth will fight to reclaim her past, hunted by a secretive foe with murderous intentions" --
Unlock the dark
"Elia Tallis's key conjuring abilities, when used with her father's magic, allow her to open a path to any location. But Papa is dying, and Elia has been forced to painfully tether him to life so she can siphon his magic to provide for her siblings. The god of death, angry to be denied his due, punishes her by claiming her youngest brother as a servant. Desperate to save her brother, Elia accepts a potentially deadly commission from Trys, a kindhearted prince with his nose stuck in a book. Trys wants Elia to help him find a legendary scroll. In exchange, he'll give her his hand in marriage, securing her and her siblings' futures and allowing her to release Papa to the afterlife"--Provided by publisher
Moment of truth
"At sixteen, Hadley Moore knows exactly who she is--a swimmer who will earn a scholarship to college. Totally worth all the hard work, even if her aching shoulders don't agree. So when a guy dressed as Hollywood's latest action hero, Heath Hall, crashes her swim meet, she isn't amused. Instead, she's determined to make sure he doesn't bother her again. Only she's not sure exactly who he is. The swim meet isn't the first event the imposter has interrupted, but a little digging turns up a surprising number of people who could be Heath Hall, including Hadley's ex-boyfriend and her best friend's crush. She soon finds herself getting caught up in the mysterious world of the fake Heath Hall. As Hadley gets closer to uncovering the masked boy's identity, she also discovers some uncomfortable truths about herself--like she might resent the long shadow her late brother has cast over her family, that she isn't as happy as she pretends to be with her life choices...and that she's falling for the last guy she ever thought she would like" -- Amazon
Tomo-chan is a girl! 8
Jun finally confessed his feelings to Tomo at the Culture Festival, but now Tomo is worried about how this will change things between them. Is it worth dating Jun if it means risking their friendship? In this final volume, all feelings and secrets are laid bare!
With or without you
"Everyone knows Jordan Plazas and Cindy Ortiz hate each other. According to many viral videos of their public shouting matches, the Plazas and Ortiz families have a well-known food truck rivalry. Jordan and Cindy have spent all of high school making cheesesteaks and slinging insults at each other across their shared Philadelphia street. But the truth? They're in love, and it's all just an act for the tourists. When the fake feud lands them a reality television show pilot, Jordan and Cindy find themselves having to lie on a much bigger scale. Trapped between pursuing their dreams or their love, can they find a way to have their cheesesteak and eat it too?"--Provided by publisher
Immortal reign book 6 in the Falling kingdoms series
As two lethal elemental gods set out to destroy Mytica, sworn enemies must become allies in the final fight to save the kingdoms
Freddie and Stella got hot
Best friends Freddie and Stella scheme to get back at Levi, their ex-friend-turned-queen-bee, by stealing a coveted award, but as their plan starts to work, Freddie realizes Stella has become the real mean girl, and only Levi can help stop her
Teeth in the mist
Inspired by the legend of Faust and told in alternating timelines, sixteen-year-old Roan arrives at Mill House as a ward and discovers she is connected to an ancient evil secret, while, centuries later, seventeen-year-old Zoey explores the dwelling's ruins and soon realizes she is not alone
Meant to be
In a world where the name of one's "meant to be" mate appears on one's chest at age eighteen, Aggy must decide whether to trust the phenomenon or follow her heart
Say a little prayer
"After being sentenced to a week of church camp as punishment, Riley Ackerman decides to commit all seven deadly sins while there"--
Slay
An honors student at Jefferson Academy, seventeen-year-old Keira enjoys developing and playing Slay, a secret, multiplayer online role-playing game celebrating black culture, until the two worlds collide
The sticky note manifesto of Aisha Agarwal
"Share a time you left your comfort zone." That's the Stanford University essay prompt keeping senior Aisha Agarwal up at night. As a daughter of immigrant parents, a scholarship student at a competitive private school, and a shoo-in for valedictorian, Aisha's straight-and-narrow path has always guaranteed safety and success. But after her longtime crush, fellow brain Brian, stands her up at winter formal, Aisha decides that playing it safe just isn't worth it anymore. As if on cue, a banged-up Volkswagen arrives at the dance; the driver-a boy-profusely apologizing for being late to pick her up. Does Aisha know him or what he's talking about? No. Does the Stanford essay convince her to take him up on the ride? Maybe
Learn to draw Star Wars
Eject
The Right Now! series contains colorful high-impact graphics and cutting-edge design, which adds drama to every page. These 40-page stories, containing no more than 600 words each, are intended for striving readers who struggle with traditional classroom fiction. The gripping realism of each story draws the reader in... but what happens next? The endings are ambiguous- students can debate what's next in a series of activities designed to further explore the subject. Reading level 1.0 to 2.5. Suddenly, we saw a missile. It was heading straight for us. A heat-seeking missile! We were under attack..
The invocations
"To get what they want most, Zara and Jude search for Emer, an orphaned witch with dark and deadly powers, but when a serial killer targets Emer's clients, the three girls form an uneasy alliance to hunt the killer before they meet the same fate."--Provided by publisher
We've hit turbulence
"When a girl is stuck on a cross-country flight with her ex, things get bumpy"-- Provided by publisher
Curious tides
Teen mage Emory must unravel the truth behind the secret society that may have been involved in her classmates' deaths
Unbirthday
Returning to the place of nonsense from her childhood, Alice, now eighteen, tries to stop the Queen of Hearts' tyrannical rule before the End of Time, and save her own world as well as Wonderland
Prophecy
"The only life Persephone has ever known has been one of servitude, and she dreams of freedom, buoyed by a spirit and sense of humor that have never wavered. When a chance encounter with a handsome thief offers her a chance to leave, she grabs it with both hands . . . and the thief, Azriel, will just have to keep up. But Azriel is not everything he seems, and he believes Persephone holds the key to a greater freedom for himself and his people, who have been hunted for years by the king's regent, an evil and sadistic man who will stop at nothing in his quest for power. Azriel has a plan to defeat him, and he needs Persephone -- but does Persephone need him? As her journey brings her deeper and deeper into a cruel and dangerous world, Persephone must quickly learn who to trust . . . and whether an impossibly broad-shouldered thief holds the key to her future, or her ruin."--
Say I love you. 11
Mei and the group are beginning their third year of high school and wondering where life will taken them after graduation
Are you listening?
A chance encounter sends runaway Bea on a journey through West Texas with Lou, who Bea must trust as she is driven to confront buried truths about loss and heartbreak
Assassination classroom. 2, Time for grown-ups
A sexy new teacher comes to Class 3-E to do the students' job for them. When the 3-E students begin exhibiting signs of self-esteem, Principal Asano demands that Koro Sensei crush their spirits so they continue to set a bad example for the rest of the school to rise above. Then a class field trip goes terribly wrong when two 3-E girls are abducted. Who will come to their rescue...?
The unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine
"Emlyn DuLaine just wants to know what happened to her sister, Camille, seven years ago on the fateful day she vanished--literally. Emlyn witnessed Camille unravel and disappear, but no one believes her. Since they think she's crazy, the least the cops could do is solve Camille's case. Is a little closure too much to ask? But Emlyn's life is upended when she is pulled through a portal into the fantasyland of her childhood imaginings--a magical library holding the storyworlds of every story ever published. And trouble is brewing in the land of Rivenlea. Rogue characters threaten their plot lines, and broken classics are beginning to crumble, but Emlyn only wants to find Camille. As she searches for her sister, Emlyn begins to learn the reality of Rivenlea and her own origins. A nefarious plot is afoot, and the line between fact and fiction is becoming hopelessly blurred. The truth threatens the storyworlds, Rivenlea, and Earth--the fabric of creation, itself"--Dust jacket
My fine fellow
Culinary delights abound, romance lingers in the air, and plans go terribly, wonderfully astray in this gender-bent take on My Fair Lady from Jennieke Cohen, author of Dangerous Alliance-perfect for fans of Bridgerton or A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue. It's 1830s England, and Culinarians-doyens who consult with society's elite to create gorgeous food and confections-are the crème de la crème of high society. Helena Higgins, top of her class at the Royal Academy, has a sharp demeanor and an even sharper palate-and knows stardom awaits her if she can produce greatness in her final year. Penelope Pickering is going to prove the value of non-European cuisine to all of England. Her contemporaries may scorn her Filipina heritage and her dishes, but with her flawless social graces and culinary talents, Penelope is set to prove them wrong. Elijah Little has nothing to his name but a truly excellent instinct for flavors. London merchants won't allow a Jewish boy to own a shop, so he hawks his pasties for a shilling a piece to passersby-but he knows with training he can break into the highest echelon of society. When Penelope and Helena meet Elijah, a golden opportunity arises: to pull off a project never seen before, and turn Elijah from a street vendor to a gentleman chef. But Elijah's transformation will have a greater impact on this trio than they originally realize-and mayhem, unseemly faux pas, and a little romance will all be a part of the delicious recipe
Maison Ikkoku. 6
Yusaku Godai and apartment manager Kyoko Otonashi take Nozomu Nikaido under their wing when the 18-year-old student moves into Maison Ikkoku. After Nikaido falls victim to Mr. Yotsuya's pranks, he is bent on revenge, but is Nikaido any match for the mysterious trickster?
Naruto. 61, Uchiha Brothers united front
"Naruto is a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He's got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is completely serious about his mission to be the world's greatest ninja! As Madara uses his dominating power to fend off the Five Kage, Sasuke is reunited with his brother Itachi. Can the brothers put aside their differences and help each other out? When they come face to face with Kabuto, the man who revived Itachi from the dead, they'll have to team up if they have any hope of survival!"--Page [4] of cover
Five nights at Freddy's. The silver eyes the graphic novel
"Ten years after the horrific murders at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza that ripped their town apart, Charlie -- whose father owned the restaurant -- and her childhood friends reunite on the anniversary of the tragedy and find themselves at the old pizza place which had been locked up and abandoned for years. After they discover a way inside, they realize that things are not as they used to be. The four adult-sized animatronic mascots that once entertained patrons have changed. They now have a dark secret ... and a murderous agenda."--Page 4 of cover
Even though we're adults. 1
"Ayano, an elementary school teacher in her thirties, stops by a bar one day and meets another woman named Akari. Sparks fly as the two chat, and before the night is over, Ayano even goes in for a kiss. Akari is intrigued but confused...especially when she discovers that Ayano has a husband!"--
Witch for hire
"Faye Faulker isn't popular, and that's just fine by her. She spends her lunches at the Loser Table with the other social rejects, aka her best friends, and brushes off the uninspired taunts from the cool kids. But when lonely freshman Cody finds her way to Faye's corner of the cafeteria, it sets off a peculiar chain of events . . . To Cody's surprise, these kids aren't so bad; an overdramatic theater nerd, a handicapable girl in a wheelchair, an overweight boy, and Faye, who comes to school every day dressed like a witch. But it's no costume, Fay really is a witch! While high school can be hell for many reasons, this year the ante has been raised when a series of pranks swiftly go from mischievous to downright dangerous. From the lowliest debate team nerds to the prom queen, no one is safe, not even the teachers! When things start to really get out of hand, Cody owns up to Faye: in a moment of desperation, she signed up for an online challenge that promises to grant popularity to those who follow the website's twisted demands. Now Faye is faced with a choice: Reveal her witchy nature to Cody and help her or stand aside and keep her secret identity safe. Despite her misgivings, Faye takes on the case, but will her powers be strong enough to solve this mystery? And will people ever stop asking her if she puts newts' eyes in her homemade baked goods? Witch for Hire is a gothic whodunnit about resilience, magic, and the power of friendship."--Amazon
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
Cocoon
"A heart-wrenching chronicle of loss and resilience based on the true story of the Himeyuri corps of student nurses in WWII. San and her best friend Mayu attend a boarding school for girls on Japan's Southern Island, but their studies are interrupted when they and the other students are recruited to help the war effort as assistant nurses. Sent to the front lines, the girls must deal with more than just the threat of enemy bombs overhead. Stuck working in the horrifying caves of a field hospital, San wishes she could wrap herself and her friends in a cocoon of protection. But invisible threads of affection are no match for the carnage that surrounds them, and more students perish day by day. Worn down by starvation and loss, what will San and her remaining friends do when they are told to find their way home through the fields of war?"--
Fruits basket. 1
"After a family tragedy turns her life upside down, plucky high schooler Tohru Honda takes matters into her own hands and moves out...into a tent! Unfortunately for her, she pitches her new home on private land belonging to the mysterious Sohma clan, and it isn't long before the owners discover her secret. But as Tohru quickly finds out when the family offers to take her in, the Sohmas have a secret of their own--when embraced by the opposite sex, they turn into the animals of the Chinese zodiac!"--
Black butler. I
"Just a stone's throw from London lies the manor house of the illustrious Phantomhive earldom and its master, one Ciel Phantomhive. Earl Phantomhive is a giant in the world of commerce, Queen Victoria's faithful servant ... and a slip of a twelve-year-old boy. Fortunately, his loyal butler, Sebastian, is ever at his side, ready to carry out the young master's wishes. And whether Sebastian is called to save a dinner party gone awry or probe the dark secrets of London's underbelly, there apparently is nothing Sebastian cannot do. In fact, one might even say Sebastian is too good to be true .. or at least, too good to be human ..."--p. [4] of cover
Psyren. 14, Nova
"W.I.S.E.'s elite battle force, nicknamed the 'Scourge,' is attacking the Root! After a fierce battle, Ageha, his fellow Psionists and the Elmore Wood Gang succeed in driving them away. But when Star Commander Junas shows up, Ageha finds himself driven into a corner..."--P. [4] of cover
My hero academia. Vigilantes. 15
"The final showdown in the streets of Naruhata reaches its climax as the monstrous Number 6 goes all out to destroy Koichi. All his life, Koichi dreamed of being a hero. When he realized that wasn't going to happen, he moved on. But now, fighting against the terrifying Number 6, his dream is all he's got to hold on to. If Koichi can tap into the real source of his power, he may at last become the hero he always wanted to be"--
Daemons of the shadow realm. 2
"Yuru's quiet life comes to a sudden, bewildering end when his mountain home is attacked...by none other than his twin sister, Asa! Forced to assume the role of Daemon Wielder, Yuru manages to escape with the help of his new allies. But while they seek to keep him hidden, Yuru seeks answers, a search that puts him on a collision course with Asa and her mysterious co-conspirators, the Kagemori clan..."--
Fruits basket. 9
"As the clock winds down, it's time to dive deep into the twisted relationship between Akito and Kureno, the most elusive member of the Sohma zodiac. Tohru is trying her hardest to ensure a happy ending for everyone, but some problems are too difficult to handle alone. Good thing she has faithful friends who'll stay by her side through thick and thin! But Kureno's not the only one keeping secrets-- Shigure also knows far more than he's been letting on. Is he hiding the key to breaking the curse after all ...? And when Rin goes off on her own seeking answers, things go from bad to worse. It's time for good-byes and new beginnings as the school year comes to a close"--Back cover flap
Maid-sama! 9 &10
As if being student council president of a predominantly male high school isn't hard enough, Misaki Ayuzawa has a major secret-- she works at a maid café after school! How is she supposed to keep her image of being ultrasmart, strong and overachieving intact once school heartthrob Takumi Usui discovers her double life?! Misaki tries to get re-elected as student council president, and it becomes an all-out showdown between her and Soutaro Kanou! She wants to win the spot fair and square without Usui's help, so she distances herself from him... But in the meantime, is she finally realizing her true feelings for Usui?
Dr. Stone. 17, Pioneers of earth
"One fateful day, all of humanity turned to stone. Many millennia later, Taiju frees himself from the petrification and finds himself surrounded by statues. The situation looks grim, until he runs into his science-loving friend Senku! Together they plan to restart civilization with the power of science ... However, Senku and Ryusui are soon divided on how best to chart their course, leading to all-out war, in the form of a poker game"--
New Books for Kids
Gefährliches Spiel
Los, spielen wir Scotland Yard!, sagt Benny auf Bettys Geburtstagsfete. Aber dann wird Ernst aus dem Spiel und Bruder Tarzan kommt in Gefahr. Ein Glück, dass der verrückte Mr. Crinkleboom kräftig bei Bennys Wahnsinns-Rettungsidee mitmischt ..
Copycat
An artist jealous of Cat Noir and Ladybug's partnership has framed Cat Noir in a robbery. Will Ladybug be able to spot the copycat and clear her partner's name?
O marquês de Rabicó
Em O marquês de Rabicó, história número 3 do livro Reinações de Narizinho, de Monteiro Lobato, a boneca Emília casa-se com o leitãozinho Rabicó. Nesta versão em áudio da obra, todas as passagens com conteúdo racista, características do autor, foram eliminadas. A obra Reinações de Narizinho é composta por onze histórias, que podem ser escutadas na obra completa ou separadamente. Narração de Sandra Silvério com participação de: Arnaldo Santini, Barros Batista, Bruna Ximenes, Fabio Oliveira, Liane Mufarrej, Lucas Habib, Lucia Tulchinski, Renato Neto, Roger Souza e Tatiane Vaz
Getting ready for Halloween
"A young boy gets ready to celebrate Halloween with his classmates, friends, and family"-- Provided by publisher
I love Dad with the very hungry caterpillar
The very hungry caterpillar shows appreciation, and love, for all the things fathers do for their children
Ember and the ice dragons
A stunning middle grade fantasy about a girl who used to be a dragon and her adventure to save her new home-from Even the Darkest Stars author Heather Fawcett. Perfect for fans of the Nevermoor and His Dark Materials series. Ember St. George is a dragon. At least she was before her adoptive father-a powerful but accident-prone Magician-turned her into a human girl to save her life. Unfortunately, Ember's growing tendency to burst into flames at certain temperatures-not to mention her invisible wings-is making it too dangerous for her to stay in London. The solution: ship Ember off to her aunt's research station in frigid Antarctica. Though eccentric Aunt Myra takes getting used to, Ember quickly feels at home in a land of ice storms, mischievous penguins, and twenty-four-hour nights. She even finds herself making friends with a girl genius called Nisha and a mysterious orphan named Moss. Then she discovers that Antarctica is home to the Winterglass Hunt, a yearly tradition in which rare ice dragons are hunted for their jeweled scales. Furious, Ember decides to join the hunt to sabotage it from the inside. But being an undercover dragon isn't easy-especially among dragon hunters. Can a twelve-year-old fire dragon survive the dangers that come her way in the Antarctic wilderness and protect the ice dragons from extinction?
It's pumpkin time!
A brother and sister plan early for Halloween fun by planting pumpkin seeds in their garden in the summer. Later, they watch as the seeds sprout and eventually grow into bright orange pumpkins for their jack-o'-lanterns. This bright picture book, with its vivid cut-out illustrations, provides an excellent introduction to how things grow
Dr. Dolittle's Zoo : Doctor Dolittle
Doctor Dolittle, the man who can speak with the animals, is back home but running short of money to care for all the animals who need his help. He invites animals into his garden and encourages them to build their own societies and come and go as they please. This works very well. He has a mouse and rat town, a dog community, a burrow for badgers, and so forth. This does not make any money and only gets him into trouble with his neighbors. But the stories told by these mice and rats are entertaining and fun. And there is a murder mystery too, which Kling, the dog detective, helps solve. All of this with Lofting's usual delightful whimsy and light hearted touch that make you smile at every other sentence. -
Ett Hål I Galaxen - Med Ljud Och Musik
Det är år 2563. Mayas familj har ett rymdskepp. Men Maya får inte använda rymdskeppet utan mamma eller pappa. Hennes bästa kompis Ava vill jättegärna se Pluto. Hon övertalar Maya att de ska åka iväg utan pappa eller mamma. Mayas bror Reyhaan får också följa med. Tillsammans åker de ut i rymden en het sommarnatt. "Ett hål i galaxen" är ett spännande och lärorikt rymdäventyr. Ett äventyr med solen, stjärnor och svarta hål. En radiopjäs med musik och ljud för att fördjupa dig ännu mer i berättelsen!
The Idhun Chronicles
An orphaned boy struggles against his parents' killer to save a planet and discovers a new world of danger...and wonder. Jack, a teenager from Earth, has a dire premonition: something is wrong. However, he cannot imagine the change he will experience in his life when he arrives home one day to discover his parents have been killed. In the midst of his sudden grief, he's transported by two mysterious strangers to a magical world. Together with Victoria, a girl he has just met, he will start a journey of unexpected proportions. Their fate will be inexorably linked to the Resistance, a small group fighting for the freedom of a world called Idhun. Will he be able to restore the lost peace? In this specially priced collected set, get two volumes of a story that mixes adventure, magic, and love, illustrating values such as overcoming difficulties, courage and unconditional friendship
Muskrat ramble
Seamlessly threaded into the emerging hot jazz music scene that captured the hearts of music lovers in 1913 New Orleans, are the themes of the tightening Jim Crow era, World War I and its aftermath of economic ills, political upheavals and epidemics, and the choices, heartbreaks and ultimate, decisions of women of all races. At its heart, however, "Muskrat Ramble" is the saga of a young woman's unwavering devotion to the child she was, forced to abandon at birth. This is the sequel to "A Sparrow Alone" but can be, read as a standalone book
Tractor Mac saves Christmas
When a blizzard strikes town and it looks like the tree-lighting ceremony has to be cancelled this year, Tractor Mac knows just the way to save Christmas
Through the Trees. Squirrels Play With Me
Hi I'm a little boy who goes to the woods most weeks with my parents. While my mommy gets our picnic ready, I like to play with my friends the animals. Today I've been playing with squirrels, we had great fun climbing trees and running around. Then the squirrels got hungry and took me to a secret spot where they had hidden their nuts. We all had one, only I couldn't open mine and smallest squirrel rolled over laughing. Then they took me to a big tree to climb. "I can't climb that, it's too big for me to climb". "Just follow me" said baby squirrel. Before I realised it, I was sitting on the top of the tree looking out across all the trees and I could see other animals running around. I decided that I would play with other animals next time and see the squirrels again
The Proto Project
When Jason meets his mom's billion-dollar invention, an artificial intelligence device named Proto, he accidentally gets caught up in a mysterious adventure. Proto goes missing, and then people go missing. Now Jason and his coolest-neighbor-ever Maya must risk their lives to prevent global mayhem. But who is behind this devious plot? Is it another AI? The FBI? Or any other abbreviation with an I? What exactly is there to learn about artificial and human intelligence while fighting for your life against a legion of furry puppies or a battalion of drones? A lot- if you live to tell about it
Mr Skip
"I'll put you together again. And Mum and me, we'll look after you alright?!?" Jackie wants a horse of her own, one that'll be the fastest on the estate, the fastest in all of Ireland and the fastest in all the world. Mum wants a little cottage in the country for her and Jackie to live in. What they get is a garden gnome that Jackie finds in a rubbish skip; a gnome she lovingly repairs and paints; a gnome she calls Mister Skip. And Jackie soon discovers that with Mister Skip, anything is possible!A fairy-tale for today from a master storyteller
The trumpet of the swan
Louis, a voiceless Trumpeter swan, finds himself far from his wilderness home when he determines to communicate by learning to play a stolen trumpet
Monster Mash Mayhem in Acorn Acres
In Acorn Acres, Halloween night takes a slimy turn when a mischievous elf replaces all of the candy with jiggly, green jellybeans! But fear not, because Fiona the fearless fairy has a plan. With a flick of her wand, the whole town unites for a night of laughter, music, and unexpected friendships. This spooky sweet tale proves that even the trickiest situations can turn into the biggest treats. Includes 10 kid friendly recipes so kids can help create their own spooky good treats
Grandad's pride
"After Milly discovers a pride flag in Grandad's attic, this adorable pair are motivated by the past to start a pride parade in their small town. Activism and celebration go hand in hand as the town gathers to help build a world where everyone is proud to be themselves"--
Capture the Flag : Capture the Flag
Three kids get caught up in an adventure of historic proportions!Anna, José, and Henry are complete strangers with more in common than they realize. Snowed in together at a chaotic Washington D.C. airport, they encounter a mysterious tattooed man, a flamboyant politician, and a rambunctious poodle named for an ancient king. Even stranger, news stations everywhere have announced that the famous flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been stolen! Anna, certain that the culprits must be snowed in too, recruits Henry and José to help catch the thieves and bring them to justice. But when accusations start flying, they soon realize there's more than justice at stake. As the snow starts clearing, Anna, José, and Henry find themselves in a race against time (and the weather!) to prevent the loss of an American treasure. Praise for Capture the Flag"A fast-paced mystery... a sparkling start for a promising new series." -Kirkus"A novel as cinematic in execution as it is patriotic in theme." -Publishers Weekly Kate Messner is the author of The Seventh Wish; All the Answers; The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z., winner of the E. B. White Read Aloud Award for Older Readers; Capture the Flag, an SCBWI Crystal Kite Award winner; Hide and Seek; Manhunt; and the Ranger in Time and Marty McGuire chapter book series. A former middle-school English teacher, Kate lives on Lake Champlain with her family and loves reading, walking in the woods, and traveling. Visit her online at katemessner.com. Praise for Capture the Flag "A fast-paced mystery... a sparkling start for a promising new series." -Kirkus "A novel as cinematic in execution as it is patriotic in theme." -Publishers Weekly
Trusting Ryan
A dedicated cop in the Special Victims Bureau, Ryan Mercedes has a trusted friend in lawyer-advocate Audrey Lincoln. Her compassion is the perfect counterpoint to his hard-driving fight for justice. And this good relationship only gets better the night they cross the line from friends to lovers. But they're up against seemingly insurmountable obstacles that could divide them for good. Worse-; now she and Ryan are on opposite sides of a controversial case. Can they trust enough to resolve their differences and find their way back to each other?
Bonfire Night : Lady Julia Grey Mysteries
Don't miss any of the Lady Julia Grey stories! Experience the mystery and romance of the fan-favorite series in this classic novella from New York Times bestselling author of Killers of a Certain Age, Deanna Raybourn. It's the autumn of 1890, and almost a year has passed since-much to their surprise-Lady Julia and her detective husband, Nicholas Brisbane, became parents. Just as the couple begins to adapt, a solicitor arrives with a strange bequest. Nicholas, it seems, has inherited a country house-but only if he and his family are in residence from All Hallows' Eve through Bonfire Night. Neither Lady Julia nor Nicholas is likely to be put off by local legends of ghosts and witches, and the eerie noises and strange lights that flit from room to room simply intrigue them. Until a new lady's maid disappears, igniting a caper that will have explosive results… Previously published. Don't miss the complete Lady Julia Grey mystery series by Deanna Raybourn! Book # 1: Silent in the Grave Book # 2: Silent in the Sanctuary Book # 3: Silent on the Moor Book # 3.5: Midsummer Night (novella) Book # 4: Dark Road to Darjeeling Book # 5: The Dark Enquiry Book # 5.5: Silent Night (novella) Book # 5.6: Twelfth Night (novella) Book # 5.7: Bonfire Night (novella)
Dancing in Thatha's footsteps
On Sundays, Varun has his karate lesson, and his sister Varsha heads to dance school with their grandfather. One weekend, Varun reluctantly accompanies his sister to her lesson. Bored of waiting, he peeks into the classroom, and almost immediately, he is fascinated by the rhythm and grace of bharatanatyam, a dance from India that Varsha is learning to perfect. Varun tries a few moves at home in secret because…well, boys don't dance, do they? His grandfather is not so sure. Will Thatha be able to convince Varun to dance in his footsteps? A heartwarming picture book about a multigenerational Indian-American family discovering a shared love for bharatanatyam, an ancient classical dance that continues to fascinate dancers worldwide
Anton and Cecil: Cats at Sea
Cat brothers Cecil and Anton are as different in personality as they are in looks. Cecil, stocky and black with white patches, thirsts for seafaring adventure as he roams the docks of his harborside home, taking day trips on fishing boats when the chance comes along. Slim, gray Anton prefers listening to the sailors' shanties at the town saloon. But one day when Anton does venture to port, he's stolen off the dock, and the next thing he knows, he's at sea. Knowing little of the wide open ocean that lies beyond the harbor, Cecil boards another ship in hopes of finding Anton. But what begins as a rescue mission turns into a pair of high seas adventures, with thrills and danger bubbling under every wave. Anton takes on a fierce rat, outwits hungry birds, and forges a forbidden friendship, while Cecil encounters dolphins and whales and finds himself in the middle of a pirate raid. On an ocean as vast as the one Anton and Cecil have discovered, will they see home--or each other--ever again?
Seer of Souls
"A Rip-Roaring Series Opener!" - Kirkus Reviews The time for hiding is finished. The dead are restless. Fate and destiny collide. Twins Cayden and Avery Tiernan have grown up in isolation on the fringe of the realm. Gifted with forbidden skills, they hide their growing magical powers. Ancient prophecies speak of the ones with the power to depose the queen. To protect her throne, Queen Alcina scours the land for evidence of magic, while the darker force she serves threatens the land with chaos. She is not the only huntress however. Primordial seekers discover the twins first but before they can escape, the death of a queen's guard puts the entire village in jeopardy. To save their town, the twins flee, only to be dragged toward an unknown destiny. Guided by her gift, Avery senses lies and treachery where others see only truth. Dare she trust her instincts? For Cayden, an irresistible voice whispers to him. Does it belong to the souls of the dead and are they calling him home? Buy Seer of Souls and plunge into the first book of the Spirit Shield Saga today! Other Books In This Series:Soul Survivor (Prequel)Soul Sanctuary (Book 2) First In Category winner, Chanticleer Book Reviews (2017)Soul Sacrifice (Book 3)
The Wanigan
To save his family, a logger goes down the river - and brings along his wife and daughter. When Annabel's father sells their house in Detroit, she is thrilled by the idea of life on a farm. But when they reach their little plot of land, she sees that her daddy has been swindled. The rocky ground is hard and unforgiving, and nothing will grow there. Ruined, her father has no choice but to take the only job he can find: chopping down trees in the lush Michigan forest. For Annabel, life in the camp is dreary - but it is about to get a whole lot worse. When her father is chosen to accompany the year's load of logs as it floats down the river, Annabel and her mother take up residence in the wanigan, the floating cookshack that follows the men. This rough-hewn one-room cabin will house them for three months. As uncomfortable as it is, Annabel learns that sometimes, a river can be a home
Jag och Christian
"Jag blir sittande tills det ringer ut. Då reser jag mig upp och väntar på att Christian ska komma ut. Han är den sista som lämnar musiksalen. Jag börjar gå just som han kommer ut i korridoren, så att det ser ut som om vi stöter ihop av en tillfällighet. Jag överdriver kanske en aning, för jag råkar puffa till honom.""Oj. Ursäkta!" säger jag och ler eftersom jag inte kan låta bli att göra det."Efter att ha mobbats i sin gamla skola börjar Johanne ett nytt liv i en ny skola med nya klasskamrater, däribland Ida och Ella. Klassen får en ny lärarvikarie, Christian, som är sångare i ett känt band. Johanne älskar att sjunga och anmäler sig till den musikal som Christian ska sätta upp. Men när Johanne blir vilt förälskad i honom uppstår problem.Älskar, älskar inte är en serie om de fyra unga flickorna Sofie, Ida, Ella och Johanne och deras första möte med kärleken. Christian och jag berättar Johannes historia.-
Teeter the Mini Bulldog A splashy adventure about friendship, fun, and being you
Get ready to dive into a splashy adventure with Teeter the Mini Bulldog, the most playful little pup you'll ever meet! From the moment Teeter wakes up with a wiggle and a shake, she's ready to turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary adventure full of fun, laughter, and water-filled excitement. Whether she's discovering big puddles, chasing dancing garden hose sprays, or rolling joyfully in her tiny pool, Teeter's energy and enthusiasm are utterly contagious, making every page a delight for young readers. Perfectly crafted for children who love animals, play, and imaginative adventures, this charming story combines bright, colorful illustrations with playful text that encourages interaction and engagement. Repetition, sound words like Splish! Splash! Splosh!, and cheerful rhymes invite little ones to join in the fun, helping them develop reading skills while sharing in Teeter's joyful exploits. The book is ideal for story time, bedtime, or independent reading, sparking curiosity and laughter at every turn. Beyond the puddles and playful antics, Teeter the Mini Bulldog celebrates the simple joys of life embracing curiosity, finding happiness in everyday moments, and discovering the world with wonder and excitement. By the end of the story, young readers will not only adore Teeter's playful spirit but also be inspired to explore, play, and savor every splashy moment of their own adventures. This heartwarming tale is a must-have addition to any child's library and a perfect gift for dog lovers and little explorers alike
Batman brave and the bold. Season 3, the final season
Join the Caped Crusader and a wealth of DC's finest as they team up to battle injustice in the third and final season of this cutting-edge series! Evil never sleeps in these diabolical schemes plotted by the world's most infamous criminals, including The Joker; Lex Luthor; Equinox; and Ra's Al Ghul! Fortunately; Batman and his many allies, including Superman, Green Lantern, Aquaman; and Wonder Woman, are always up for the challenge!
The great bunny escape
While bunny-sitting for her friend Lily, Daisy's imaginary friend Posey accidentally leaves a door to the world of make-believe open, and Daisy must act fast when the bunny runs through the door
Garfield cleans his plate his 60th book
Garfield returns--weighing more than ever!--for his 60th book, a brand-new, full-color compilation strip book and another must-have for Garfield fans. They are all here--Jon, Odie, Nermal, and, of course, our favorite fat cat, Garfield!
Slam Dunk Graphics. Pass It, Please!
The Ballers have had fun in practice. But during their first game, something strange happens. Kevin won't pass the ball. He's turned into a ball hog! With help from his teammates, can Kevin learn how to share the ball? Told through accessible text and easy-to-follow paneling, young basketball fans will cheer for this Slam Dunk Graphics tale
Lafayette! a Revolutionary War tale
Tells the story of the Marquis de Lafayette, both what happened before and during the American Revolution, including all the Frenchman's escapades across France and the colonies
Snow angel
Cesar Ruiz is a hardened enforcer for a powerful drug cartel, and his young daughter isn't just along for the ride
Incredibles 2. Slow burn
"If there is one thing Dash is known for, it's being the embodiment of speed. From fighting evil villains to simply eating breakfast, Dash doesn't do anything at a normal speed, and it sometimes is not the most ideal situation for the rest of the family. However, when a new villain named Slow Burn arrives on the scene, Dash has to learn quickly to adapt to life at a slower pace. Thankfully, his family is there to lend a helping hand!"--
Superman family adventures. Volume 1
Superman! Superboy! Supergirl! Krypto the Superdog! The entire Superman family is reimagined here in this energetic all-ages graphic novel. Read on as the heroes of Metropolis fight foes such as Bizarro, Metallo, Lex Luthor and...giant monkeys? The critically acclaimed team behind TINY TITANS tackles the Superman family in this all-ages graphic novel!
Aster and the mixed up magic
Aster continues her adventures in the mountains, including facing a horde of sheep armed to the teeth who are trying to take control of the valley, the village, and perhaps the world
Golden Frog Games : Witchlings
The much-anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller and #1 Indie bestseller! Every four years, the Twelve Towns gather for a legendary magical tournament--the Golden Frog Games. With Ravenskill hosting this year's games, all eyes are on Seven Salazar, Valley Pepperhorn and Thorn Laroux: the most famous Spares in the Twelve Towns. Thorn is ready to compete as a fashion champion, but when a forbidden hex is used to turn her fellow champions to stone, suspicion lands on the Witchlings. As the Witchlings attempt to unravel the mystery of the stonifications, future Uncle Seven is harboring a dangerous secret: While she's supposed to be able to communicate with animals, the voices she hears most clearly belong to monstruos, and one spine-chilling voice is the loudest of all. Can Seven fix her broken magic and find out who is stonifying the champions . . . before Thorn becomes the next victim? Praise for Witchlings: Instant New York Times Bestseller! #1 Indie Bestseller An Amazon Best Book of the Month A Kids' Indie Next List Selection A B&N Most Anticipated Book "Enchanting. Ortega's inventive story has a cozy, lived-in feel and a mystery that will keep kids guessing." ―Entertainment Weekly "Magic, friendship, and humor―an enchanting read." ―Kwame Mbalia, New York Times bestselling author of the Tristan Strong series "Inventive. Magical. Enchanting. An absolutely charming tale with its heart rooted in the friendships we make and keep." ―J.C. Cervantes, bestselling author of The Storm Runner series "A gorgeous tale of determination and magic." ―Booklist "Energetic and intelligent; invites readers to question their assumptions and the status quo." ―Kirkus Reviews "Centering three resourceful, sympathetic protagonists and considering issues of exploitation and privilege, Witchlings interweaves Spanish phrases, contemporary elements, and well-grounded magical worldbuilding."―Publishers Weekly "An exciting story of friendship that touches on topics like self-worth and identity." -Hip Latina "Incredibly charming." -Youth Services Book Reviews Claribel A. Ortega, New York Times bestselling author of Ghost Squad and Witchlings, and Pura Belpré Award winning author of the graphic novel Frizzy, is a former reporter who writes middle grade and young adult fantasy inspired by her Dominican heritage. When she's not busy turning her obsession with eighties pop culture, magic, and video games into books, she's cohosting her podcasts Write or Die and Bad Author Book Club and helping authors navigate publishing with her consulting business, GIFGRRL. Claribel has been featured on BuzzFeed, NPR, Good Morning America, and Deadline. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok at @Claribel_Ortega and on her website at claribelortega.com
Very bad at math
"Verity "Very" Nelson can do it all. She's student body president, debate club whiz, and first chair clarinetist. You could say she's pretty much the best at everything...Well, almost everything. Everything except math. And it's not like she doesn't try. Math just doesn't make sense in her brain. But it better start soon, or else she can kiss her presidency--and her campaign promises--goodbye. Soon Verity finds herself enrolled in a remedial math class where, despite her best efforts, failure persists. All seems lost until a teacher helps her discover the truth: Verity has dyscalculia, a learning disability that causes her to mix up numbers. Armed with a new diagnosis and improved grades, Verity is confident her math struggles will remain secret. But when a gossipy podcaster dismantles her perfect image, Verity must choose: remain part of a broken system or fight to fix it." --
Curse of the red scorpion
Describes Mitchell's adventures after seeing a red scorpion at the museum
Star Wars adventures. Volume 10, Driving force
"First, with hotshot Resistance pilot Poe Dameron captured by pirates, it's up to BB-8--and Rapier Squadron--to save the day! Then, in a story set before A New Hope, Princess Leia Organa faces the most challenging task of her young life: teaching Amilyn Holdo how to drive a speeder! But both learn an important lesson after finding themselves in the dangerous lower levels of Coruscant. And finally, witness one of the many lessons Rey learned from Luke Skywalker during her time on Ahch-To."--
Grow, strawberries, grow!
Beatrix and Box want to eat a million strawberries! But their only way to do it is to grow their own strawberry garden! But well, how do you plant a garden? Do fruits grow in the ground? Is there a Pickle Tree? Or a Blueberry Muffin Bush? Where are the magic beans? And what do you talk to your plants about if you want them to grow big and strong? The two friends plant. They water. They wait... and they wait... and they wait some more. They had no idea it takes this long for plants to grow. Who has the patience to wait this long? And who or what is nibbling on the leaves? Beatrix and Box's frustrations are growing faster than their garden. Will Beatrix and Box run out of patience and quit before their garden bears fruit, or will they feast on the goodies they grow?
The last rider : the final days of the Pony Express
Matt Edgars hungers for adventure. The Pony Express is the answer to his dreams. Riding fast, riding far, he brings the mail to settlers scattered across the Nevada and Utah deserts. Matt can handle the punishing sun and the poisonous rattlesnakes, but he's worried about rumors of a war with the Paiute nation. Then someone begins setting the Express stations on fire. Are these the last days for the young riders?
Donald Duck. Revenge of the Duck Avenger
Greedy Uncle Scrooge and lucky Cousin Gladstone drive Donald back into his role as a super-anti-hero... with Gyro Gearloose's hypnotic chocolate drops at his command! Then in "Goosebusters," when Gladstone acquires a castle that turns out to be haunted, Donald tries to make sure it stays that way!
Unicorn of many hats
Phoebe and her exceptional hooved pal are back in this all-new collection of comics! Laugh alongside the lovable duo as they question the idea of "coolness," gain a deeper appreciation for the power of friendship, and put off summer reading assignments for as long as physically possible
Field trip
Mr. Wolf's class explores the forest on an exciting overnight field trip, while also dealing with friendship worries and disagreements
The Usual Suspects
Fans of Jason Reynolds and Sharon M. Draper will love this oh-so-honest middle grade novel from writer and educator Maurice Broaddus. Thelonius Mitchell is tired of being labeled. He's in special ed, separated from the "normal" kids at school who don't have any "issues." That's enough to make all the teachers and students look at him and his friends with a constant side-eye. (Although his disruptive antics and pranks have given him a rep too.) When a gun is found at a neighborhood hangout, Thelonius and his pals become instant suspects. Thelonius may be guilty of pulling crazy stunts at school, but a criminal? T isn't about to let that label stick
Underwater Riddles
From "What Am I?" questions to solving clues to a mystery word, this title has a variety of water-themed riddles. Readers will get their feet wet in the world of brainteasers as they wade their way through this splashy title. With stimulating word games and vocabulary-testing puzzlers, this book will keep readers guessing and eager for more
The Unforgettable Wolf
When the hunter falls for his prey, all bets are off. Once a werewolf, always a werewolf? That's not the case for rock star Nate Zilar, who was saved from the ultimate transformation. Now he's devoted his life to hunting wolves...;until he rescues the mysterious Violet from their clutches. But when she must return to the Otherworld, Nate is left with an impossible choice: lose the only woman he desires or forever become the one thing he despises. At first, Violet can't remember how she came to Nate's world. It isn't long before she realizes she poses the ultimate threat to her sexy protector. How could he possibly love the daughter of his sworn enemy? But where there's a wolf, there's a way...;
Adventures in Cat Town
"Detective Beans is back on the case! In this series of mysteries and adventures, the world's cutest cat detective comes to the aid of her fellow villagers, searching for a cookie thief (with surprising results!), aiding a deceptive duck in the recovery of lost goods, and even doing his best to help a confused bear prove that the moon is made of cheese. In addition to these small capers, Adventures in Cat Town features behind-the-scenes footage of the crime-solving documentary directed by Beans best friend, Biscuits, as well as comics, stories, and even horoscopes illustrated by Beans himself"--
The Maypop kidnapping
Quinnie's teacher has disappeared from Maiden Rock. Quinnie suspects a kidnapping, but her mom, the town sheriff, just thinks the teacher has left town. So Quinnie teams up with her glamorous new neighbor to investigate the mystery
Sesame Street: Abby & Elmo's Amazing Adventures
Say hello to adventure with Elmo and Abby Cadabby! From clowning around at the Sesame Circus to solving mysteries with Tango, Grover, and Cookie Monster, little ones will have the best time playing, singing, and exploring. Come along on some amazing adventures with your favorite furry friends from Sesame Street
The Midnight Children
From Dan Gemeinhart, the acclaimed author of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise, comes an extraordinary story about a family of runaways who take up residence in a small town, and the outcast boy who finds his voice and his people-perfect for fans of Katherine Applegate and Kate DiCamillo. In the dead of night, a truck arrives in Slaughterville, a small town curiously named after its windowless slaughterhouse. Seven mysterious kids with suitcases step out of the vehicle and into an abandoned home on a dead-end street, looking over their shoulders to make sure they aren't noticed. But Ravani Foster covertly witnesses their arrival from his bedroom window. Timid and lonely, Ravani is eager to learn everything he can about his new neighbors: What secrets are they hiding? And most mysterious of all...where are the adults? Yet amid this shadowy group of children, Ravani finds an unexpected friend in the warm and gutsy Virginia. But with this friendship comes secrets revealed-and danger. When Ravani learns of a threat to his new friends, he must fight to keep them safe, or lose the only person who has ever understood him. Full of wonder, friendship, and mystery, The Midnight Children explores the meaning of "home," what makes a family, and what it takes to find the courage to believe in yourself. A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company Books for Young Readers Dan Gemeinhart is a former elementary teacher-librarian and lifelong book nerd. He lives with his wife and three daughters in a small town in Washington state. He's the author of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise, The Honest Truth, Some Kind of Courage, Scar Island, and Good Dog. If he ever meets you, he'd love to talk about books with you
A growing suspicion a Rebecca mystery
Volunteering at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in the early 1900s, Jewish cousins Rebecca and Ana must find the real culprit when they are unfairly blamed for a series of mishaps in the Japanese garden
Ten Things We Did (and Probably Shouldn't Have)
Praised by New York Times bestselling author Lauren Myracle as "hilarious, moving and flat-out fun," and Kirkus as a "pitch-perfect rendering…of the teen experience," Ten Things We Did (and Probably Shouldn't Have) has captured the hearts of critics and readers alike. Fans of Sarah Dessen, E. Lockhart, and Maureen Johnson will love this hilarious and heartwarming tale of a girl on her own for the first time. If given the opportunity, what sixteen-year-old wouldn't jump at the chance to move in with a friend and live parent-free? Although maybe "opportunity" isn't the right word, since April had to tell her dad a tiny little untruth to make it happen (see #1: "Lied to Our Parents"). But she and her housemate Vi are totally responsible and able to take care of themselves. How they ended up "Skipping School" (#3), "Buying a Hot Tub" (#4), and, um, "Harboring a Fugitive" (#7) is a mystery to them. To get through the year, April will have to juggle a love triangle, learn to do her own laundry, and accept that her carefully constructed world just might be falling apart . . . one thing-she-shouldn't-have-done at a time
The diamond of darkhold The Fourth Book of Ember
It's been several months since Lina and Doon escaped the dying city of Ember and, along with the rest of their people, joined the town of Sparks. Now, struggling through the harsh winter aboveground, they find an unusual book. Torn up and missing most of its pages, it alludes to a mysterious device from before the Disaster, which they believe is still in Ember. Together, Lina and Doon must go back underground to retrieve what was lost and bring light to a dark world. In the fourth Book of Ember, bestselling author Jeanne DuPrau juxtaposes yet another action-packed adventure with powerful themes about hope, learning, and the search for truth. From the Hardcover edition
The legend of Korra. The mystery of Penquan Island
"When a strange missing persons case falls into his lap, Mako is forced to choose between his job and doing what he feels is right! An upturned room and an unhelpful witness aren't promising starts to the investigation, but when his brother Bolin comes across a surprising clue that ties their own mother to the case, the pair embark on a journey to the small, rustic island of Penquan. The island's inhabitants seem to have things to hide, and the brothers are determined to get to the bottom of it--even if it means uncovering uncomfortable parts of their family's past."--
Robo-Dodo rumble
A chapter-book series spin-o from Inspector Flytrap by New York Times bestselling author Tom Angleberger! This hilarious chapter book mystery series stars Didi Dodo, the daring spy-in-training, and Koko Dodo, Didi's reluctant sidekick. In Robo-Dodo Rumble, Koko Dodo's cookie shop is facing some stiff competition from an evil robotic dodo (a Robo Dodo). The Robo Dodo is selling its cookies for only a penny! Why? To put Koko's shop out of business! And if that weren't bad enough, a giant sea monster starts destroying the town! But don't worry. Didi Dodo has a daring plan. From the mind of the inimitable Tom Angleberger, this wacky caper promises high-speed chases and big belly laughs. The book takes place in the same world as Inspector Flytrap but does not require knowledge of the previous series. Tom Angleberger is the New York Times bestselling author of the Origami Yoda series as well as many other books for kids. He lives with his family in Virginia. Jared Chapman is the author-illustrator of the bestselling Vegetables in Underwear, as well as Fruits in Suits and Pirate, Viking & Scientist. He lives in Texas; Jared Chapman was born in Louisiana, grew up in Texas, went to college in Georgia, lived in Austin, and now calls the piney woods of northeast Texas his home. He and his young brood prefer silly underwear to serious, and broccoli to celery
Paw patrol. Pups chase a mystery
Calling all Pups! Join Chase and the pups as they save a runaway stargazer! Next, the pups try to crack the mysterious case of a missing cellphone, and things get freaky when Chase and Chickaletta switch bodies. Then join Marshall, Skye, Zuma, and the whole team as they celebrate Chase's birthday and rescue Captain Gordy!
Cities : discover how they work
To a child, a city is a chaotic, vibrant community whose workings can seem quite mysterious. How did people create subways? How does the water get to the very top of a skyscraper? Is there any organization to a bustling metropolis? Cities: Discover How They Work gives kids a view into the inner functioning of urban areas. They'll learn about all the parts that come together to make cities work and how they've grown and changed since the very first riverside settlements.Fascinating sidebars, unique illustrations, Words to Know, and fun Did You Know facts combine with age-appropriate hands-on activities to make learning about complex urban environments fun and reinforce learning. Projects include creating subway cut-aways to understand how transportation systems work, building an aqueduct to learn how cities get water, and experimenting with skyscraper design and water filtration. This STEAM title, which integrates science, technology, engineering, art, and math includes a glossary, list of resources, and index.Cities meets common core state standards in language arts for reading informational text and literary nonfiction and is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards. Guided Reading Levels and Lexile measurements indicate grade level and text complexity
Cross your heart, connie pickles
Love, money, friendship... and incredibly uncomfortable underwear? All these eternal mysteries are small challenges to Constance de Bellechasse. Too bad the glamorous inner persona of Constance comes through only as plain old Connie Pickles in everyday life. Connie's first order of business: finding her mother a new husband. Connie enlists the help of her best friend, Julie, and before long everything spirals out of control. Boy-crazy Delilah begins fluttering around Connie's best guy friend, Will, and ever-reliable Will has been acting strangely awkward around Connie. But with a little luck and a lot of determination, Connie is sure that she can make everything right again in her world
Women in Sports Media : Women in Sports
Learn about the women who earn their living bringing you information about sports on TV, in newspapers, and online. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table of contents Women's contributions to the sports world have helped shape the future for today's young athletes. Women in Sports celebrates the pioneers who paved the way and the stars of today who amaze us with their athletic excellence. Action-packed photos and colorful text bring these incredible moments and people to life in this empowering look at women in sports
1963 March on Washington
This narrative nonfiction title introduces young readers to the 1963 March on Washington. This large protest, filled with powerful and courageous voices, shined a light on important issues and helped bring about social change. Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Millions of Americans have marched and protested to fight inequality and to bring about social change. These large gatherings, filled with powerful and courageous voices, have shined a light on important issues and resulted in new laws. This series covers some of the most famous marches in U.S. history. Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline
Close calls how eleven US presidents escaped from the brink of death
"Historians tell the stories of tragic and untimely presidential deaths, but often forgotten are the near misses. JFK and his fellow servicemen spent six days on a desert island with only coconuts to eat after a deadly attack during WWII. Abe Lincoln was forced to take a train trip in disguise while America's first female detective worked to foil an early assassination attempt. And when Andrew Jackson was attacked by an upset citizen who had been stalking him for months, frontiersman Davey Crockett was the one to save him. With pacy, immediate writing and including supplemental archival photographs and archival materials, this book chronicles thrilling undertold stories of U.S. presidents' moments of bravery."--
Benjamin Franklin a man of many talents
Lois Lowry
By writing about real-life topics for children in her books, Lois Lowry has touched many readers' lives. A few of her most famous works include Number the Stars and The Giver. Find out more about Lowry and her stories in this book for developing readers
Johnny Appleseed : 21st Century Skills Library: How Fact Became Fiction
Do you know the story of Johnny Appleseed? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. In this deep-diving series, readers of How FACT Became FICTION are invited into the truth beyond the stories people tell about history. It includes investigations into what really happened and how the truth was hidden over time. Readers explore primary sources as they develop historical inquiry and media literacy skills and learn the ins and outs of separating fact from fiction. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Primary-source text Table of contents In this deep-diving series from our 21st Century Skills Library, readers go beyond oft-repeated stories about historical events to learn the truth. Detailed investigations explore what really happened and how reality was hidden over time. Primary sources encourage readers to develop historical inquiry and media literacy skills as they learn the ins and outs of separating fact from fiction
Nelson Mandela : Marcando el camino
Nelson Mandela helped create a new world for South Africa in his fight against apartheid. Readers will learn about Mandela's fight for peace and equality and how he used peaceful protests to make his way from a political prisoner to the first South African President of Africa in this Spanish-translated nonfiction biography. Featuring colorful images, informational text, timelines, a glossary of terms, and an index, readers are sure to be inspired by Mandela's amazing life
Cloaked in courage uncovering Deborah Sampson, patriot soldier
"Deborah Sampson longs to break free. To be much more than a girl is allowed to be. Caught up in her country's fight for independence, 18-year-old Deborah declares her own independence. She soon enlists in George Washington's Continental Army, signing on as Robert Shurtliff. A young lady can't battle the British--a man can! But being a soldier is hard, dangerous work. Can she keep her identity a secret? Can she prove herself in combat? Will she win her battle to choose her own path? Find out in this inspirational story of a true American rebel"--Front jacket flap
A Ride to Remember
The true story of how a 1963 ride on a carousel in Maryland made a powerful Civil Rights statement. A Ride to Remember tells how a community came together-both black and white-to make a change. When Sharon Langley was born in the early 1960s, many amusement parks were segregated, and African-American families were not allowed entry. This book reveals how in the summer of 1963, due to demonstrations and public protests, the Gwynn Oak Amusement Park in Maryland became desegregated and opened to all for the first time. Co-author Sharon Langley was the first African-American child to ride the carousel. This was on the same day of Martin Luther King Jr.'s March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Langley's ride to remember demonstrated the possibilities of King's dream. This book includes photos of Sharon on the carousel, authors' notes, a timeline, and a bibliography. "Delivers a beautiful and tender message about equality from the very first page." -Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "Cooper's richly textured illustrations evoke sepia photographs' dreamlike combination of distance and immediacy, complementing the aura of reminiscence that permeates Langley and Nathan's narrative." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "A solid addition to U.S. history collections for its subject matter and its first-person historical narrative." -School Library Journal
John Dillinger for Kids : A Biography of the the Outlaw Who Fooled the Fbi
Get ready to meet one of the most daring outlaws in American history-told in a way kids can actually understand and enjoy. Packed with real events, unbelievable escapes, and strange-but-true moments, this exciting nonfiction book brings the story of John Dillinger to life for curious readers aged 7 to 12. From wild jailbreaks to fake names and sneaky disguises, this fast-paced book follows the true story of a man who became America's most wanted criminal. But it doesn't stop at the action. It dives into how he became that way-what led him there, what choices he made, and how every decision brought bigger consequences. Along the way, kids will learn about the early days of the FBI, life in the 1930s, and why Dillinger's story is still talked about nearly 100 years later. With a friendly, honest tone and chapters built for growing minds, this book is perfect for school reports, history buffs, or any kid who loves real-life adventure. It doesn't just tell what happened-it shows how stories grow, how legends form, and why the truth matters. Whether you're into old-school gangsters or just love a good true story, this book delivers history with a twist kids won't forget
Someday is now : Clara Luper and the 1958 Oklahoma City sit-ins
Someday Is Now tells the inspirational story of the celebrated civil rights leader, Clara Luper, who led one of the first lunch-counter sit-ins in America. How will you stand against something you know is wrong? One way is to follow the lessons of bravery taught by civil rights pioneers like Clara Luper. As a child, Clara saw how segregation affected her life. Her journey famously led her to Oklahoma, where she and her students desegregated stores and restaurants that were closed to African-Americans. With courage and conviction, Clara Luper led young people to "do what had to be done." This moving title includes additional information on Clara Luper's extraordinary life, her lessons of nonviolent resistance, and a glossary of key civil rights people and terms
The Vietnam War : Profiles
It takes more than one person to bring about War. This book will follow the lives of six key players during one of the most controversial wars in history. Profiles is so much more than just your typical biography. This book in our six-in-one, full-color bio series will focus on the five W's of the Vietnam War--who, what, where, when, and why. Kids will learn all of the biographical information they need to know (background, family, education, accomplishments, etc.) about: Ho Chi Minh (prime minister of Democratic Republic of Vietnam) John F. Kennedy (US president 1961-1963), Lyndon B. Johnson (US president (1963-1969), Ngo Dinh Diem (president of South Vietnam), Henry Kissinger (US National security advisor), and William Westmoreland (US army general). This book will help illuminate one of the most controversial wars in American history for a new generation of readers. Daniel Polansky lives in New York as an author of adult books and a lover of history. This is his second book in the PROFILES series
Win, lose, or die
For new recruit Nicki, college tennis becomes a match to the death A scholarship to college is what every high school student dreams about. But for military brat Nicki Bledsoe, who's changed schools eight times over twelve years, a tennis scholarship to Salem University means having to prove herself all over again. It doesn't help that Nicki gets a far-from-warm welcome from Libby DeVoe, the school's reigning tennis star. The fiercely competitive Libby seems intent on making Nicki's life miserable. Someone writes "go away, loser" in hair mousse on Nicki's locker. A tire on her car is slashed. Her lucky tennis racket is destroyed. It has to be Libby . . . right? Nicki is determined to prove that she doesn't scare so easily . . . but it's already too late. Her enemy has put a plan in motion to beat Nicki in a terrifying game-and losing means certain death. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Diane Hoh including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author's personal collection
Journey into the unknown
My reason for writing this story, I have met women who have married into the merchant navy with all it entails. I have met others who have lived inIranand in other countries. I have known families who have experienced the death of children. I have met others who lived with cystic fibrosis and other genetic incurable illnesses and disabilities. I have seen television programmes of children being treated inGreatOrmandStreetHospital. I know of lots of people who have adopted children for one reason or another. I have, however, never met anyone who experienced every one of these except my husband and I, and all of it in a ten-year span of life
Barack Obama our 44th president
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career family, and election of Barack Obama, forty-fourth president of the United States
The voice of the snow!
With lyrical text by Yuko Ohnari and luminous illustrations by Koshiro Hata, this picture book captures the hushed magic of freshly fallen snow and the joy of noticing small things: the squeak of a boot, the hush of snowflakes, and the quiet reply of nature itself. As the boy listens, the snow listens back. In this moment of mutual attention, children are reminded of the beauty in stillness, the playfulness in sound, and the quiet conversation we can have with the world around us
Naeil to kŭrŏl kŏya = May tomorrow shine as today
Mountain Travel
By sled, by ski, and by snowboard! Read about the many ways to get down a mountain. Perfect for 1st grade students, this book teaches these 8 words from Fry's First 100 words list: go, to, do, how, the, they, some, and people. The short sentences and clear images support the text to help with memorization. The rebus pictures and simple text build grade 1 reading comprehension in a format that is appealing to children. Beginning readers will learn the essential sight words and gain confidence as they learn to read independently
Volcanoes
"Dive deep into the fascinating, fiery secrets of explosive volcanic eruptions on land, powerful underwater volcanoes, and the formation of islands in this book about volcanoes for kids. Find out what it is like to stand near red-hot lava and when the next supervolcano will erupt. Explore the red-hot geological forces that shape our planet, and discover the brave scientists who work near these incredible natural wonders. This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the volcanic world. Stay-at-home explorers will feel inspired by the dramatic photographs, up-to-date information, fact-packed pages and a brand-new "eyewonder" feature with fascinating volcano records and trivia, where knowledge meets real-world application."--Provided by publisher
Vamos! Let's go eat!
Little Lobo, a Mexican American, and Bernabe, his dog, gather tacos, frutas picadas, cuernos, and more and deliver them to los luchadores preparing for Lucha Libre 5000
A house of pomegranates
A House of Pomegranates is a series of enchanting stories from Oscar Wilde highlighting the moral conflicts, deception, tragedies and triumphs of four distinct narratives. Each tale features a profound transformation that may or may not lead to a happy ending. In A House of Pomegranates readers will find rich stories with fantastical characters in mystical settings. The book consists of "The Young King," "The Birthday of the Infanta," "The Fisherman and his Soul" and "The Star-child." Each tale follows a character's unorthodox journey through physical and emotional trials, which lead to triumph or tragedy. Wilde's compelling prose delivers relatable allegories for all readers, regardless of age or status. With A House of Pomegranates, Wilde returns to the fairytale genre with another selection of captivating short stories. He uses a children's medium to explore class, greed, narcissism and betrayal. It's a standout among his diverse catalog, which contains adult contemporary titles like The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of A House of Pomegranates is both modern and readable
So you want to build a library
The reader is put in charge of building a fantastical library where everything is possible including a waterslide, zip line, really large ladders, and of course, a full-service sundae bar
Tools for the job
There are different types of tools for different types of jobs. Learn about the tools we use every day with this book that teaches these two high-frequency words: "and" and "of." 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 words and gain confidence as readers as they learn to read not just independently, but joyfully as well
Go! go! go! stop!
"Little Green only knows one word: 'Go!' It's the perfect thing to get the construction site moving, but how will they stop?"--
Our woolly bear
"Two sisters discover a woolly bear caterpillar. One day, a curious friend shows up in Edie and Lou's vegetable garden. Woolly Bear doesn't say much, but she's just the quiet friend the sisters need: a tiny adventurer who quickly becomes part of the family. They build her a cozy home, feed her tiny thyme leaves, and sing her all the songs they know. Woolly Bear is the last thing they think of at bedtime, and the first thing they think of in the morning. Then the seasons begin to change: leaves fall first, then snow. And one day, Woolly Bear disappears. Dad jokes that maybe instead of snoozing under a rock, she hitched a ride to a warmer place, like Costa Rico. The girls are glum, but it's not long before they're off on their next adventure - and they know that Woolly Bear is doing the same. She has become an Isabella Tiger Moth! A story that explores themes of outdoor discovery and playful curiosity, offering a welcome reminder that beauty often surfaces in small, slow moments, and that change persists even when the world seems still."--
Science Notes
Learn how taking notes is an important step in the scientific method along with some high-frequency words! Perfect for 1st grade students, this book teaches these 5 words from Fry's First 100 words list: about, write, words, the, and they. The short sentences and clear images support the text to help with memorization. The rebus pictures and simple text build grade 1 reading comprehension in a format that is appealing to children. Beginning readers will learn the essential sight words and gain confidence as they learn to read independently
Oscar Micheaux
Oscar Micheaux is a groundbreaking moviemaker. He wrote, produced, and directed 44 movies at a time when Black Americans faced extreme racism. This book explores his life and his fascinating films. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents For more than 100 years, Black filmmakers have made incredible contributions to American cinema and culture. These groundbreakers created thought-provoking stories about the experiences of Black people to broaden perspectives and increase awareness. This series examines their lives and innovative work. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars
Freedom Heroines : Profiles
Full-color series-six bios in one! Profiles is so much more than just your typical biography series. The next book in this six-in-one, full-color bio series will focus on Civil Champions--some of the incredible women who worked tirelessly to ensure equal rights for all. Kids will learn all of the biographical information they need to know--background, family, education, accomplishments, etc., about: Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Ida B. Wells, Alice Paul, Rosa Parks, and Jane Addams. FRIEDA WISHINSKY has written over seventy books for children, including Oonga Boonga; You're Mean, Lily Jean; the Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award winner Please, Louise!; the middle-grade series Survival, and the non-fiction books Explorers Who Made It . . . or died trying; Everything but the Kitchen Sink and Colossal Canada. Frieda lives in Toronto, Ontario with her husband. Visit her online at www.friedawishinsky.com
One is a Drummer: A Book of Numbers
Keywords: math skills, counting, culture, China
Little Helper, Big Imagination
A picture book from mom and Internet sensation Emily Morrow of Really Very Crunchy, featuring a story that highlights the importance of imaginative play to turn a regular, ordinary day full of the most mundane tasks into the most fun, creative, and inspired adventure for kids. How can you turn a day filled with normal things like breakfast and chores into an unforgettable adventure? Use your IMAGINATION! Little Helper, Big Imagination, by Really Very Crunchy mom and author Emily Morrow, is a unique picture book perfect for kids and grownups looking to transform an ordinary day into something playful and fun. Any task can be turned into an opportunity for fun if you're ready to use your imagination. Little Helper, Big Imagination: - Is the perfect read-aloud for parents and children setting goals for family chores and a springboard for discussion on how to make at-home responsibilities more fun - A fun read for children ages 4-8 that encourages independent play and imagination - Presents the concept of imaginative play and ways to utilize that all-important skill in your family - Features a note from Emily on how to incorporate more imaginative play in your own family and during at-home chores like cleaning up and even feeding the family pet How can you turn a day filled with normal things like breakfast and chores into an unforgettable adventure? Use your IMAGINATION! Little Helper, Big Imagination, by Really Very Crunchy mom and author Emily Morrow, is a unique picture book perfect for kids and grownups looking to transform an ordinary day into something playful and fun. Any task can be turned into an opportunity for fun if you're ready to use your imagination. Little Helper, Big Imagination: - Is the perfect read-aloud for parents and children setting goals for family chores and a springboard for discussion on how to make at-home responsibilities more fun - A fun read for children ages 4-8 that encourages independent play and imagination - Presents the concept of imaginative play and ways to utilize that all-important skill in your family - Features a note from Emily on how to incorporate more imaginative play in your own family and during at-home chores like cleaning up and even feeding the family pet
Florida State Seminoles
Florida State Seminoles is a beginner's history of the Florida State University football team. Beginning with the program's early years, readers will experience the team's highest and lowest moments and meet the key players and legendary coaches who made it happen. Short biographies, fun facts, informative sidebars, and revealing quotes and anecdotes combine with action-packed photographs to enhance the Seminoles' story, allowing your readers Inside College Football! SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Trade and exchange
Thousands of years ago, the Mesopotamia tribes began an early form of trade and exchange called bartering. Today, people trade cryptocurrencies in exchange for clothing and food. In some ways, the riveting world of exchange has evolved; but in others, this world remains the same. Readers will encounter incentives for voluntary exchange (Standard 5), commonly traded goods and services, payment methods, barriers to trade, and international trade agreements. Compelling sidebars highlight exchange-related concepts, like Bitcoins, Silk Road, and the Consumer Boycott from the Anti-Apartheid Movement
A walk across town
In this simple story belonging to the fourth level of Herbster Readers, Herbie Bear and his friends learn about environmental hazards such as air pollution while they walk to a local ice-cream shop. The fun continues! Previous releases introduced young readers to the colorful world of Herbie Bear, a lovable youngster who's always ready for adventure--and always ready to learn! These new releases offer young readers a whole new set of Herbie adventures. As before, a read-aloud 'storytime' book provides a vivid introduction to Herbie's world. The other volumes are written at four different reading levels to build and reinforce early reading skills. Each level features a subject theme for extra interest
French Fries : Favorite Foods
This book introduces readers to the history and culture associated with French fries, and it shows them they can make this favorite food at home. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Cody Koala is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Infographics Table of contents Teaching guides From chicken nuggets to chocolate chip cookies, this series helps early readers learn about their favorite foods. Students learn about the history and culture associated with each food. Each book includes an ingredients list to help readers make their favorite foods at home. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Cody Koala is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO
The lost year
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, thirteen-year-old Matthew discovers a shocking secret about his great-grandmother's past as he learns about her life during the Holodomor famine in Soviet Ukraine
Robots in space
In Robots in Space, early fluent readers learn about the many ways robots have expand what's possible in the field of space exploration. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the fascinating world of robots. An infographic illustrates the unique features of a particular robot, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about robots that work in space using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Robots in Space also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Robots in Space is part of Jump!'s Robot World series
Rock Climbing : Extreme Sports
A thrilling overview of rock climbing, from the sport's early history to the top events and athletes of today. Engaging text and vibrant photos grab and hold readers' interest, and QR Codes in each chapter link to book-specific videos, activities, and more. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, an infographic, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Infographics Table of contents This high-powered series gives readers a glimpse into the thrilling world of extreme sports. Each book's four easy-to-read chapters walk readers through the sport's history and the events and styles athletes compete in today. Plus, a Superstar feature highlights one of the top competitors. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, Making Connections questions, a glossary, an index, and QR codes that link to book-specific online resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO
El Deafo
"El Deafo: Superpowered Edition is a must-have collector's edition for existing fans and the perfect gift for new readers, with 40 all-new pages of childhood photographs, early sketches, notes from Cece, and much more!"--Amazon.com
LeBron James
This title introduces readers to LeBron James, covering his early life, career, and life off the court. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary
Liberty's civil rights road trip
Time to board the bus! Liberty and her friend Abdullah, with their families and a diverse group of passengers, head off to their first stop: Jackson, Mississippi. Next on their map are Glendora, Memphis, Birmingham, Montgomery, and finally Selma, for a march across the iconic Edmund Pettus Bridge. As told through the innocent view of a child, Liberty's Civil Rights Road Trip serves as an early introduction to places, people, and events that transformed history. The story is inspired by an actual journey led by author Michael W. Waters, bringing together a multigenerational group to witness key locations from the civil rights movement. An author's note and more information about each stop on Liberty's trip offer ways for adults to expand the conversation with young readers. A portion of the publisher's sales proceeds will be donated to Foot Soldiers Park in Selma, Alabama, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring the history and continued relevance of the Selma movement
Shakespeare
You may already know that William Shakespeare was a playwright, but did you know he learned nothing but Latin at school? Or that he couldn't even spell his own name? The Great Lives in Graphics series is a new way of looking at the lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with lesser-known facts and trivia, and uses infographics to show them in a fresh visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy. Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main subject of the book but also about the cultural background of the time in which they lived
Corals
In Corals, early readers will learn about how a coral grows and how it becomes part of a reef. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the underwater world of corals. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a coral's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about corals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Corals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Corals is part of Jump!'s Life Under the Sea series
Goldie takes a stand: Golda Meir's first crusade
Even at the age of nine, little Golda Meir was known for being a leader. As the president of the American Young Sisters Society, she organizes her friends to raise money to buy textbooks for immigrant classmates. A glimpse at the early life of Israel's first female prime minister, who was born in Russia and grew up in Milwaukee, this story is based on a true episode in the early life of Golda Meir
Percival Keene
Percival Keene (1842) is a novel by Frederick Marryat. Inspired by the author's experience as a captain in the Royal Navy, Percival Keene is a tale of bravery, identity, and the manifold reasons for men to take to the high seas. Frequently funny, often profound, Marryat's novel is an underappreciated classic of nineteenth century fiction. "'Dead! Well, fathers do die sometimes; you must get on how you can without one. I don't think fathers are of much use, for, you see, mothers take care of you till you're old enough to go to sea. My father did nothing for me, except to help mother to lick me, when I was obstropolous.'" Percival Keene is a troubled young man: raised by his mother and grandmother, he gains a reputation for troublemaking and disobedience early on. At school, he lashes out against bullying teacher Mr. O'Gallagher by adding poison to his sandwiches, knowing that the man will steal his lunch as usual. On Guy Fawkes Day, however, Percival finally crosses the line by setting off fireworks underneath O'Gallagher's office, destroying the school and nearly killing the Irishman. Years later, having lost his chance at receiving an education, Percival enlists in the Royal Navy. While serving on the H.M. Calliope, he discovers that his father may not have been the marine Ben Keene, but rather his employer Captain Delmar. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Frederick Marryat's Percival Keene is a classic of British literature reimagined for modern readers
Miniature farm animals
It's time to get smaller than tiny! It's time to get miniature! Introduce kids to different types of Miniature Farm Animals. Engage early readers with the charming photos and easy-to-read sentences that bring these small animals to life. Maps of where the animals live, size charts compared to humans, fun facts and a quick comprehension quiz will keep them learning all the way through the book. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Coming Soon
Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence
A brand-new novella told through notes and letters, continuing the unforgettable love story which captured hearts around the world! After an email leak made Alex Claremont-Diaz and Prince Henry's very secret romance into very public front-page news worldwide, they vowed never to use email again for personal communication. Years later, they can't help but miss the specific act of writing to each other. So, they borrow a trick from their predecessors: handwritten love letters. Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence delves into the intimate archives of Alex and Henry, spanning twenty years since the fateful day they first took the world's stage together. This epistolary novella includes their personal letters, post cards, journal entries, and more, sharing everything from sarcastic bon mots to sexy fantasies to emotional discussions about starting a family, giving readers compelling insight into the long term futures of Alex and Henry as well as beloved supporting characters
Fetal Position
Friends You Haven't Met Yet
A London bookstore owner plays matchmaker to her customers in the latest from Clare Pooley, the beloved bestselling author who knows exactly what people want to read right now Jude spends her days running The First Chapter Bookshop with her loyal hound, Heathcliff, at her side. The finances of owning a bookshop are challenging, but Jude knowsthat only the best people visit stores like hers, and that makes even the difficult days worthwhile. Jude also believes that you can tell a lot about someone by the books they choose to read. So she curates a display of Books of Possibility, to match up customers who choose the same title--and, she hopes, to offer them the social connection they're craving. Before long, her books have brought friends and lovers together, healed wounds, and inspired new adventures. But good taste in books isn't everything, and Jude soon finds that creating a community may require her to open up about things she'd rather keep hidden. Because Jude's customers are not always what they seem, and neither is Jude herself
Dying to Be Us
Karen M. McManus, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying, is back with her first novel for adults: a thriller about a group of former college friends bound for life by a murder that continues to haunt them. Jeremiah Brody, the guy next door.Genevieve Frost, the It Girl.Pax Patel, the handsome heir.Becca Yun, the drama queen.Aly Wright, the scholarship student. Twelve years ago, they were the Fayerweather Friends--five unlikely classmates assembled by creator Finn McDougal for a cult-favorite YouTube show. Everyone wanted to be them. Until one of them died. None of the Friends knows the whole truth, only the role they each played that night. For more than a decade, they have kept one another's secrets. And a killer went free. But someone's been waiting...someone who has evidence that could destroy them all. If the show taught the cast anything, though, it's that they control their own stories, even the endings. Because the truth is what you make it
When the Birds Don't Sing
Have Courage: Longmire Stories
A wintry collection of Longmire stories by the beloved author of the New York Times bestselling series Walt Longmire, sheriff of Absaroka County, investigates a series of eccentric small-town crises in fifteen holiday-inspired stories. An old dog mysteriously escapes the animal shelter night after night. A deputy deploys an unexpected diversion during a hostage standoff. The baby Jesus vanishes from a nativity scene. And Walt faces one of his most challenging assignments yet: caring for a 150-year-old sourdough starter, while apprehending a seven-year-old suspect with the diction of a 1930s gumshoe. With a foreword by Longmire actor A. Martinez, Have Courage is a gripping and open-hearted holiday collection--rich with the humor, humanity, and irresistible high jinks of Craig Johnson's Absaroka County
The Riddle Maker
We Chase Shadows
#1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Osman's globe-trotting series "We Solve Murders" returns with the thrilling new mystery, We Chase Shadows. In the Italian hills, a body is found on the steps of a private villa at sunrise. Our mis-matched detective trio Amy, Rose and Steve return, in pursuit of an elusive and ruthless killer. Between Italy and Palm Springs, via Barcelona and Steve's sleepy village pub, they uncover an impossible case where it seems that everyone is hiding something. .
Death by Chocolate Tiramisu
MasterMind
The French Illusion
#1 New York Times bestselling author John Grisham delivers a gripping, suspenseful page-turner about a Paris honeymoon gone horribly wrong--and the nightmare that follows. After Paul and Chelsea Tanner's fairytale wedding, their future is full of promise. But their honeymoon to Paris takes a dark, shocking turn when they are kidnapped while on a day trip to the French countryside. Who would target them, and why? It turns out this is not the first crime of its kind. The search for clues soon stretches across borders, with the FBI, CIA, and French Intelligence trying to work together to put the pieces of the puzzle together. Struggling to find answers, a young lawyer is recruited to be the bait in an elaborate CIA operation. Propulsive and surprising, The French Illusion is an unmistakable Grisham thrill ride--gripping and impossible to put down
A Deadly Cost
Core
Bestselling author Ariel Sullivan returns with the breathtaking sequel to Conform. Reeling from major upheaval as her ties to the rebellion threaten to be revealed, Emeline must decide where her loyalties--and her heart--lie. The revolution is here... and it might cost her everything
Tom Clancy Zero Point
Jack Ryan Jr. finds himself caught in the middle of South American revolution in the latest entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Jack Ryan, Jr. is in Silicon Valley to conduct due diligence on Blackout Labs, a software firm that is revolutionizing electrical grid software. The company's harddriving COO Lucia Benitez is leaving the presentation when Jack approaches to schedule a meeting on behalf of his investors. But before he can, the quiet streets outside Stanford University erupt in gunfire when a carefully executed ambush leaves her driverless taxi wrecked and her attackers gone without a word. No robbery. No message. Just a clean, professional attempt on her life. Alarmed by the threat to the young woman, Jack follows her back to Buenos Aires to watch her back and hopefully uncover the origin of the threat. It's a daunting task at the best of times, but as the political situation begins to heat up in Argentina, Jack begins to feel less like a knight and more like a pawn
Minbak
Ramayana: Part 1
An ancient epic follows a young prince and princess whose marriage and subsequent exile mark the beginning of a legendary journey.
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.
Breeder
An eccentric poodle breeder lures a broke college student to her remote ranch with a promise of research funding. But, as he soon learns, there's a catch
The Odyssey
After the Trojan War, Odysseus faces a dangerous voyage back to Ithaca, meeting creatures like the Cyclops Polyphemus, Sirens, and Calypso along the way.
Tiny Fugitives
A reckless group of twelve-year-olds sets out on a mission to spend the rest of their lives at sleep-away camp.
Runner
A former soldier and his unlikely partner become the targets of a ruthless cartel while racing to complete a critical medical delivery and save the life of a little girl.
Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe
Follows Andrea Bocelli not only backstage but beyond the stage and into his private life with family and close friends.
Corporate Retreat
Corporate executives on a team-building retreat face a deadly struggle when their leader turns against them.
The Cycle
A daughter unravels her father's dark past after his body, missing for 36 years, is found at a horrific crime scene.
Rolling Loud
A father makes a bad parenting choice by taking his young son to a wild hip-hop festival, leading to chaos as they navigate crowds, security, and family dynamics with eccentric companions.
The Mongoose
A highly decorated combat vet, Ryan ''Fang'' Flanagan, is fleeing a murder scene at 130 miles an hour in a Mustang Shelby Super Snake GT350.
My Mother's Wedding
Three sisters return to their home for the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. But the mother and daughters are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, with help from a colorful group of unexpected wedding guests.
Audrey's children
1969. Dr. Audrey Evans joins world-renowned children's hospital and battles sexism, medical conventions, and the subterfuge of her peers to develop revolutionary treatments and purchase the first Ronald McDonald House, impacting millions.
Witchboard
A cursed Witchboard awakens dark forces, dragging a young couple into a deadly game of possession and deception.
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.
True Detective. Season 5
Bad Monkey. Season 1
Steve
Follows headteacher Steve battling for his reform college's survival while managing his mental health. Concurrently, troubled student Shy navigates his violent tendencies and fragility, torn between his past and future prospects.
Ali G: Who Iz I?
Hip-hop journalist Ali G returns after 20 years to make a documentary with real people.
Sorry Baby
Something bad happened to Agnes. But life goes on-for everyone around her, at least.
Miss Scarlet and the Duke. Season 7
Corporate Retreat
Corporate executives on a team-building retreat face a deadly struggle when their leader turns against them.
Ebenezer
A thrilling ghost story set in Dickens' London, following one man's supernatural journey to face his past, present and future as he fights for a second chance at redemption.
Severance. Season 2
Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. When a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs.
Forgotten Island
Two best friends become stranded on the mystical world of Nakali, where their only escape might cost them their shared lifetime of memories.
Beware Boiúna
A team of doctors embarks on a local mission in the Amazon rain forest, but it soon becomes clear that not everybody - or everything - is happy to see them.
Rolling Loud
A father makes a bad parenting choice by taking his young son to a wild hip-hop festival, leading to chaos as they navigate crowds, security, and family dynamics with eccentric companions.
All of You
A stirring near-futuristic romance of two best friends who harbor an unspoken love for one another even after a test matches one of them up with their supposed soulmate.
Digger
The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior before the disaster he's unleashed destroys everything.
The Dutchman
A successful black businessman, haunted by his crumbling marriage and identity crisis, is drawn into a game of cat and mouse with a mysterious white woman on a subway.
New Library of Things
Guitar pedal - Loop Station
For use with an electric guitar and guitar amp. The RC-1 is a pedal-type recorder that lets you record audio phrases from your guitar or bass, and play them back by operating the pedal. You can create a wide variety of performances by layering sound while you record and carry out play back in real time.
USB Digital Tester
This portable USB power meter detects the charging status and process of your USB-enabled or type c-enabled devices. It can be used to test the max output current of USB chargers, test the capacity and electric energy of power banks, and test the charging speed and quality of USB cables. Supports Qualcomm QC3.0, QC2.0 and BC1.2.
Planetarium jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]
500 pieces
Guitar pedal - Reverb
The Immerse Reverberator houses eight stellar stereo reverbs — Wet, hall, plate & spring reverbs, two shimmers, Wet+echo, and Wet+detune. Delivering unrivaled sound quality and no-nonsense flexibility in a compact footprint, the Immerse can be used with instruments of all stripes.
Joy-Con Controller 2
Two Joy-Con can be used independently in each hand, or together as one game controller when attached to the Joy-Con grip. They can also attach to the main console for use in handheld mode or be shared with friends to enjoy two-player action in supported games. Each Joy-Con has a full set of buttons and can act as a standalone controller, and each includes an accelerometer and gyro sensor, making independent left and right motion control possible. Only compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 console.
Monopoly deal
Swap, steal, and scheme with the Monopoly Deal card game! Be the first player to collect 3 complete property card sets, each in a different color, to win. Ages 8+, 2-5 players
Laser level
The Bosch GLL 30 self-leveling crossline laser projects two lines, visible up to 30 feet, that are perfectly level and plumb. Includes a flexible clamping mounting device for quick and easy setup
Piano keyboard
Explore a variety of great sounding tones and accompaniment rhythms with 61 full-size keys, an easy-to-read LCD display and intuitive controls. Dance music mode lets you easily create and remix tracks. Select a style, and use the keys to trigger drum loops, bassline, synth parts, effects, transitions and more. Use the built-in speakers to share with friends, or plug in headphones for quiet play. The class-compliant USB port connects to any Mac/PC/iOS/Android device with no drivers needed. Includes AC adapter and carrying bag.
Car Accessibility Kit
Car cane gives you leverage to get out of a car. Seat belt grabber helps you reach the seat belt.
Midnight at the library jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 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.
Cognitive kit - let's chat activities for people with early- to middle-stage dementia
This kit contains conversation starters and activities for individuals with dementia and their loved ones; includes a brief guide for caregivers with tips and resources as well as information on the library's cognitive kits
Ridiculous Expositions
Ridiculous Expositions is perfect for lovers of crude humor with quick and dirty minds. Two teams compete to discover which saucy expressions lie beneath the surface phrases. Watch your friends sound out dirty phrases without even realizing it! But that's not all…each round there's a Swinger—this smooth lady or gent gets the chance to take one (or a few) for their team by stealing any unsolved cards during the round. There's seven rounds of enjoyment. Whoever's got the biggest stack at the end wins the game. Ages 17+, 2 teams.
Ubongo! classic
Players race against the timer and against each other to solve a puzzle of interlocking shapes. The faster you solve the puzzle, the more gems you get. The player with the most valuable gem treasure after nine rounds of solving puzzles wins! Ages 8+, 1-4 players
Cognitive kit - gardening activities for people with middle- to late-stage dementia
This kit is designed to promote cognitive stimulation, self-expression and engagement for individuals with dementia. The kit contains puzzles, activities and music 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