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The House of Boleyn
When nobleman Thomas Boleyn, lord of Hever Castle, is called to London in 1509 to present himself to a newly anointed King Henry VIII, he sets in train events that ensure the Boleyn name will never be forgotten. Years later, as Henry VIII relentlessly pursues Thomas' daughter Anne Boleyn to be his queen, Hever Castle becomes her escape, a place where her trusted attendants and her father must advise, protect and support her. Lavish gifts are sent by the King and the Boleyn family is given ever greater prominence at court, their glory shining over everything and everyone. Until ambition turns the family on itself, enemies outside the castle circle closer and danger begins to stalk the corridors of Hever. And as Henry's gaze moves elsewhere when Anne cannot give him the heir he so desperately seeks, the family faces a terrible, bloody fate. But as long as Hever still stands, hope still exists
The Tomorrow Tree
Coming home to small-town Texas means facing the past and embracing the future in this touching novel about the family we choose by New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown. After thirteen years away, Tina O'Grady returns to her hometown of Benson, Texas, drawn to the old oak tree in the park. She and her childhood friends, Walker and Gracie, called it the Tomorrow Tree and shared their dreams beneath its branches. But Tina, still reeling from past betrayals, has no plans to stay. Mae and Cleo aren't about to let her leave. The elderly ladies who practically raised Tina offer her a room in their boardinghouse--where she discovers Walker and Gracie are also staying. Suddenly, this small town feels more like home than ever. Especially when Tina takes a job at Walker's feed store, and their friendship rekindles into something deeper than either dared to hope. Through Mae and Cleo's fierce maternal love and a second chance with Walker, Tina must confront the wounds that drove her away. Can she finally trust in the family she's always had--and the love that's been waiting beneath the Tomorrow Tree?
Moomin adventures. 3
You'll find the Moomins' playing wingman to Fuddler's clumsy romantic pursuits, infiltrating the riveting world of espionage, and struggling to find a polite way to kick out their unwelcome guests
Not what it seems
"The stone is small and round, easy to miss among the junk surrounding Billy Huber's body. The man was a hoarder for sure. At first, police assume he fell from a ladder, injuring his throat and smashing his head in the process. Only on closer inspection do they see the polished stone nearby, with a number on one side etched in blood, and a strange symbol on the other. Reporter Nikki Gillette seizes on the story and visits Huber's sprawling property in Georgia's low country. She gains little except the uneasy feeling of being watched. Within days, another body is found--a wealthy, thrice-married Savannah socialite dead in her lavish home. More victims follow, each one pierced through the throat. Beside each body, a stone engraved with a different number and symbol. Detective Pierce Reed, Nikki's husband, cautions her against getting in too deep. She's a mother now and can't keep putting herself in danger. Nikki knows he's right, but her instincts are in overdrive. This is what she's good at--finding answers and driving toward justice at any cost. Yet she knows, too, that the most terrifying killers don't look like monsters at all. And by the time you realize how close they really are, it may already be too late to save yourself"--
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. . ."--
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 forest becomes her
"The perfect choice for your next book club: Julie Carrick Dalton's The Forest Becomes Her is a gorgeous, hopeful novel about three women from different generations navigating the complexities of family, the impacts of our choices, and our deep connections to the natural world beneath our feet. In historic, bucolic Concord, Massachusetts, a centuries-old forest has been removed to make way for a new, eco-friendly housing development. The locals are upset by the destruction, but out-of-towners like Hazel Stoddard are flocking to put down roots in their new guilt-free dream homes. Soon a tragedy leaves Hazel unmoored in her new life, and she begins to feel the pull of the absent forest. Hazel is not alone-her neighbors, real estate agent Stella Flint and teenage environmentalist Polly Bauer, each have their own trauma and relationship to the land. The three women are drawn together to save the last remaining oak tree, or they risk losing themselves to lingering shadows that only they can see. In The Forest Becomes Her, Julie Carrick Dalton brings hope and reverence to this lush celebration of multigenerational female relationships, the ever-evolving female form, humanity's connection to our changing world, and the mysteries that still exist in nature"-- Provided by publisher
Majestic Hills
"Tired of the daily drama in his emergency room, Dr. Langdon Blaque is in search of a place where he can leave the world behind. He loves his job and has no delusions about the suburbs being perfect, but he wants peace and quiet. His wife Josephine, a lawyer, grew up listening to her father's stories about the Jim Crow South, and sundown towns. She prefers the city. Still, she agrees to move with the caveat that they stay for a year and reassess. The tight-knit, predominantly white group of neighbors in Majestic Hills initially welcomes them with open arms. But beneath the veneer of privileged harmony, tensions simmer. When a horrifying crime rocks the community, the illusion of safety is shattered, and Josephine and Langdon find themselves at the heart of a brewing storm that pits neighbor against neighbor, exposes deeply ingrained prejudices, and threatens to implode into violence. As their experiment in suburban living ticks toward the one-year mark, the Blaques are pushed to a breaking point. Can they find a way to make a home in Majestic Hills? Or has the move put their future, their marriage, and even their safety in jeopardy?"--
Thighs wide shut
"'About this Book' Emma thought her late twenties couldn't get more complicated after she quit her teaching job and moved across the country to figure out what comes next. Her new life in Boston is filled with more than enough to worry about: a basement apartment full of disorganized boxes, a resistance to finding love, a medical condition that holds her back from putting herself out there, and on top of it all she hears a familiar voice from the apartment above ...Harrison. Emma hasn't seen Harrison since an explosive fight ended their college friendship and closed the door on anything more between them-and now she can hear the details of his active dating life one floor above her. Emma only has herself to blame; her inability to be vulnerable with Harrison drove him away, and now, he's a guinea pig-owning pediatric nurse in a well-decorated apartment. Harrison has grown into someone else, but those old feelings are, somehow, stronger than Emma remembers. Despite the opportunity of a second chance with Harrison, Emma remains wary of romance until she figures out how to manage the painful and involuntary pelvic floor contractions caused by her condition, so she doesn't have to fear physical intimacy. She hopes to avoid ever having to open up emotionally about the condition - but can she learn to let her loved ones in? Equal parts humor and heart, Thighs Wide Shut is a love letter to anyone who's ever felt their body is a barrier to their happiness and a charming exploration of the beauty of allowing vulnerability to take the lead"-- Provided by publisher
Absolute Batman. 2, Abomination
"As Bruce Wayne investigates the mysterious black site in the waters off Gotham, he reluctantly draws his friends into Batman's dangerous work--and comes face to face with powerful new enemies. What is happening at this dark facility? What is Alfred's history with Bane, the villain who has arrived in Gotham City to protect Ark M's secrets? And what does it all have to do with the mysterious investor behind JK Industries?"--Back cover
Captain America. 1, Our secret wars
A new era begins here! Witness the modern retelling of Captain America's origin and his previously unknown first encounter with Doctor Doom in this foundational text for the current Marvel Universe! While Captain America slumbered in ice, the world changed -- for better and for worse. Steve Rogers awakens to a reality where battles are fought in the shadows through secrets and subterfuge, and villains aren't so easy to identify. And when a fledgling dictator named Victor Von Doom conquers Latveria, Steve faces a critical decision: adapt to a new kind of warfare, or forge his own path? What will the choice he makes in the past mean for his future? Plus: Who is David Colton, and can Steve trust him to have his back as they infiltrate a hostile country with the new Howling Commandos? Experience the untold tale of Captain America's first encounter with Doctor Doom as Chip Zdarsky and Valerio Schiti team up for a game-changing run!
The court charade
"This lighthearted, sharply witty adult fairy tale is a delightful and quirky take on toxic workplaces, with a dash of Puss in Boots-style antics and a little romance thrown in for good measure. Serine is a poor but plucky daughter of a sickly nobleman who must make her way in the royal court to avoid being married off once her father dies. Although she is illiterate and owns only one dress, she manages to charm her way into the fickle queen's good graces--but the royal court is not a kind place for a country bumpkin. Silly, sweet Serine must smarten up if she wants to survive the queen's fits of pique, the court ladies' gossip, and the royal advisor's evil schemes. With nothing but her wits and the help of the friendly, handsome torturer's apprentice, can she find a way to save her job, save the kingdom, and find true love along the way? Or will she be forced to play the fool?"--Amazon
Beginning middle end
This story begins when a mother and her daughter take off on a trip. It is a summer of rapidly changing winds, volcanic rumbles, and sudden tempests. They've landed in Sicily, near the ancient ruins where the mother's grandmother worked long ago on an archaeological dig. The narrator's marriage has collapsed, her mother is losing her memory, and her daughter is on the threshold of adolescence, starting to ask difficult questions and form complex memories. How do you begin again? the narrator wonders, pondering her family line. How do you begin again if you got the beginning wrong? While the mother tries to figure out how to reconstruct their lives as a duo, her daughter takes the reins of the story, and their journey soon becomes a quest for origins, not just to the familial past across continents, languages, and generations, but also farther back, to a mythical and even geological past. Beginning Middle End evolves into a road novel of exquisite tenderness, spanning four generations of women. Warm, funny, and poetic, this novel is an ode to imagination and possibility in dark times
Give it to the Grand Canyon
"On his most recent leg of a quest for belonging that has already taken him from his hometown in suburban Ohio to Arizona to Korea, Billy Cox finds himself at the Grand Canyon. Spiritually marooned and seeking to forget - or at least find meaning in - a recent heartbreak, Billy spends a summer as an employee of the National Park. When what he finds resembles chaos more than it does closure, Billy grapples with what may be one of life's inherent uncertainties: what does it mean to really understand ourselves? What happens after we realize we never really do?"--Amazon.com
Statues
This volume by Junji Ito presents a collection of ten horror stories exploring themes of death, transformation, and the uncanny. The narratives include incidents involving a murdered art teacher and unsettling sculptures, unusual funerary customs, and a mysterious illness affecting young women. Each story examines psychological fear and supernatural elements within everyday settings
Tomoko Fusé's amazing kusudama origami : geometric paper art from Japan's leading expert!
This incredible book by Tomoko Fuse, Japan's most famous living origami artist, shows you how to create dozens of amazing geometric kusudama spheres using many small paper squares that are folded then locked together (without the use of glue or tape) by the tension of the paper itself! Tomoko Fuse's Amazing Kusudama Origami features over 650 folding diagrams with easy-to-follow instructions and photos showing you how to create each geometric model!
Fodor's Yosemite & Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks
Trump 2.0 : the revolution that will permanently transform America
"President Donald J. Trump's second term in office will be the most consequential administration in history because of the people and the policies that are markedly different than his first term. While the Left and their conspirators in the media thought they had vanquished Trump after the 2020 election, the leader of the Make America Great Again movement didn't disappear as they had hoped. During President Biden's administration, Trump was assembling the people and building the policies that will forever change the direction of this country. He was not just preparing for his return to power. He was preparing for the revolution to permanently transform the country. President Trump has now returned to office, and this time his agenda will not be stopped. This time the president has the people and the policies to initiate historically unprecedented and monumental changes. From the border, to tariffs, to NATO, to DOGE, to the American people's health, and everything in between, this is not just another presidency. This is the battle for the future of the United States. This is the battle for the future of the world. This is Trump 2.0. Sean Spicer, the former communications director of the Republican National Committee, served as the 30th White House Press Secretary during President Trump's first term in office. His insider's look into Trump 2.0 is sure to inspire Republicans and infuriate Democrats. Above all, his landmark contribution to our understanding of President Trump's second administration is sure to leave a trail of controversy and debate in its wake."-- Provided by publisher
The complete high-protein cookbook : hit your protein goals, boost fiber, love every bite
"Savor fabulous food while hitting your protein goals. These 200+meals and snacks show just how delicious everyday food can be while maximizing protein and increasing fiber, too. No matter your reason for eating high protein, this book has what you need. Short ingredient lists, streamlined prep, make-ahead tips, ways to customize meals for everyone at the table, meal plans, plus easy ways to turbo-boost protein ensure that this food fits seamlessly into your routine with minimal work--and maximum flavor."--Publisher description
Textiles x art : how textiles are shaping contemporary art
"[A]rtists across the globe are embracing traditional techniques like weaving, embroidery, quilting, and dyeing, while pushing them into bold new territory. Far from decorative or nostalgic, these works speak to urgent contemporary themes: Identity, gender, migration, and the environment. Textiles have become a site of resistance, storytelling, and innovation. This global survey of 44 artists reveals the shifting boundaries between craft and fine art, and the expressive power of cloth in the hands of today's most boundary-pushing creatives"
Now what? : you, your life, and the truth you've been avoiding
"The New York Times bestselling author of Unfu*k Yourself helps you get out of the past, focus on the future, and build the life you've always wanted"-- Provided by publisher
Cooking from scratch : a careful selection of useful recipes
"Cooking is and always will be a solace for Toya Boudy. In Cooking from Scratch she heads to the kitchen to process the moments of a hard year, revisiting childhood recipes and developing new dishes. Boudy was inspired by Malinda Russell, author of the oldest known cookbook published by a Black woman. Russell, a widow and mother, used her knowledge of food and remedies to survive, teach, and thrive. Her voice--confident, practical, and full of dignity--spoke directly to her community. Cooking from Scratch sets out to do same, with direct and empowering recipes--short, to the point, and rooted in everyday life. Boudy offers her readers recipes she believes are essential to building a kitchen that feels like home. From Homestyle White Beans and Southern Cornbread Dressing to African Spinach Stew and Mini Crawfish Pies, this cookbook delivers on that promise. Beyond the table, Boudy provides a handful of natural remedies that nourish body and spirit alike. A heartfelt, restorative collection, Cooking from Scratch celebrates flavor, tradition, and the enduring timeless power of food to comfort, heal, and bing people together."---
Beyond wellness : how restoring the religious roots of spiritual practices can heal us
"In the chaos of today's world, we're all searching for meaning. The wellness industry has sold us a promise that we can find it if we just buy the right products, attend the right retreats, and follow the right celebrity gurus. But is this true? Or are we picking and choosing from a self-care salad bar in ways that satisfy our hunger but don't truly nourish us? When we approach practices like yoga and ayahuasca as fitness routines and life hacks, we miss out on the sacred wisdom they have to offer us. But by digging into the real and often ancient religious traditions behind these practices, from Buddhism to Christianity and beyond, we can make them more meaningful, ethical, and effective-without the often unpleasant baggage of joining an organized religion. In this engaging and deeply personal book, award-winning scholar and writer Liz Bucar embarks on a quest to get to the heart of "spiritual but not religious" activities from detox diets to sound baths. As she tries out each practice for herself, she asks how we can get more out of it by tuning out the hype and taking the religious meaning behind it seriously-with emotionally profound and often surprising results. Whether it's as simple as setting an intention for a yoga asana or as complex as reevaluating what a "higher power" is, it's time to understand, experience, and simply get more out of our spiritual practices. It's time to dig deeper with Beyond Wellness"-- Provided by publisher
Adult CCRN exam premium
American mah jongg for everyone : a complete beginner's guide
"Whether you're an American Mah Jongg newbie or an intermediate player looking to gain an edge over your opponents, American Mah Jongg for Everyone is the perfect book for you! Experienced Mah Jongg instructors Gregg Swain and Toby Salk explain the basics of American Mah Jongg, introducing readers to the tiles, the rituals, history and wining strategies in an engaging, conversational manner. Drawings and diagrams by artist Woody Swain guide readers along the way."-- back cover
Head first SQL : a learner's guide to querying and managing data
What will you learn from this book? Do you have an abundance of data but don't know how to make sense of it? Do you want to gain useful insights from your data, but you're not sure where to begin? Mining data is a vital, well-paying skill, and SQL provides the most fundamental way to query and manage data. But learning SQL can be intimidating. This thoroughly revised book teaches you SQL fundamentals in a painless and enjoyable manner. With the Head First series' hands-on, conversational style, you'll quickly grasp SQL concepts, then move to intermediate topics, including stored procedures and cloud databases. You'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to get the most out of your data with SQL. Why does this book look so different? If you've read a Head First book, you know what to expect: a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works. If you haven't, you're in for a treat. With this book, you'll learn about SQL through a multisensory experience that engages your mind--rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep
The emotional side of money : a roadmap to financial wellness
"In The Emotional Side of Money, financial wellness coach Tari Vickery explores the deep emotional currents shaping your financial life. Through personal stories and decades of client experience, she shows how childhood experiences, family dynamics, and cultural messages silently influence every money decision and reveals how unresolved money wounds can keep us stuck. And, since awareness alone isn't enough to create lasting change, she offers a path toward healing--helping readers understand their money story and begin rewriting it with intention. A compassionate guide to building a healthier, more empowering relationship with money from the inside out, The Emotional Side of Money will help you release anxiety, reclaim your power, and feel genuinely at peace with your finances"--
Get it done : seven decades of lessons from a political legend
"Ben Barnes started out as a whistleblower. He was only 19 when he uncovered corruption in the Health Department in Austin, TX, and testified against the culprits. He felt empowered - a guy like him could make a difference. Now at 87, despite an over 70-year career in and around Washington and Texas, he is trying to go more places and solve more problems than any other time in his life. Barnes is ready to share his decades of political experience and remind readers that there is a way to keep going and keep fighting, even in the golden years. The golden years are a fine time to get things done. In GET IT DONE, Ben Barnes details never-before-heard stories of the most consequential politicians of the past several decades, including Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, John Connally, Hubert Humphrey, Ross Perot, Barbara Jordan, Nancy Pelosi, Joe Biden, and Donald Trump. He will shed new light on pivotal political events, including the Kennedy assassination, the Anwar Sadat assassination, the Vietnam War, and the Iranian hostage crisis. Further, Barnes offers actionable lessons to successfully face, combat, and thwart the consequences of the second Trump term"--
Botanical cyanotype : a guide to the art of sun printing
A comprehensive and richly illustrated guide to cyanotype, with 14 practical step-by-step projects plus bonus techniques to grow your skills
Blizzard of lies : Karen Read, John O'Keefe, and the shocking unsolved murder in Cop Town, USA
"The explosive story of O'Keefe's death, and the subsequent accusation and trial of his girlfriend Karen Read, ignited one of the most high-profile true crime mysteries in decades. The apparently open-and-shut manslaughter case quickly devolved into a chaotic mixture of lies, institutional corruption, and police cover-ups that threw the Massachusetts law enforcement scene into turmoil. And Read's 2025 acquittal left O'Keefe's death an unresolved mystery, with more questions than answers. With dramatic twists including a rogue journalist, a mistrial, and polarizing public protests--along with revelations that called several other murder cases into question--Blizzard of Lies is a Boston-area veteran reporter's detailed and immersive account of one of the most controversial crime stories of his career" -- Provided by publisher
John of John
"Out of money and with little to show for his art school education, John-Calum Macleod takes the ferry back home to the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides to find that little has changed except for him. He returns to the windswept croft and the two pillars of his childhood: his father John, a sheep farmer, tweed weaver, and lay preacher in the local Presbyterian church, and his maternal grandmother Ella, a profanity-loving Glaswegian whose steady warmth helped Cal weather the sudden departure of his mother. Cal privately wonders if any lonely men might be found on the barren hillsides of home, while John is dismayed by his son's long hair, strange clothes, and seeming unwillingness to be Saved. But Cal isn't the only one in the croft house who is keeping secrets. As lambing season turns to shearing season, the threads holding together the community together become increasingly frayed, and nothing will remain as it was before."--
You'll be sorry
"For Raquel and Theo Collins, it appeared to be love at first sight. Raquel, a gorgeous, up-and-coming interior designer, and Theo, a brash financial wizard, met, married, and then moved all in a matter of months, only to confront a terrible tragedy. Now, unbearably aware of the distance between them, they've come to a remote town in New Hampshire to begin anew. The Dixon's family lodge was once a crown jewel of the mountains. Until late one August night, when both parents and their four children vanished, leaving behind a trail of bloody footprints, and a mystery that has endured for thirty years. Now, its latest occupants, the Collinses, are arriving, and the former grand lodge is once more stirring to life. For Amanda Grady, following in her father's footsteps as the recently appointed Shereford police chief, it's good to see a fresh start for the derelict Dixon place. However, not everyone is happy about a new family in the old home and its hidden past may have returned with a vengeance. When a stray dog leads to the discovery of a skeleton on the property, Raquel and Theo face a daunting choice of what to believe, who to trust, and how to survive. Because in the tiny village of Shereford the time has come. The local residents, the new neighbors, and the fledgling police chief must work together to unravel the terrifying events that happened one night thirty years ago..."--
Vengeance the last stands of Custer, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull
"The Battle of Little Bighorn turned out to be the Plains Indians' last stand because a vengeful nation quashed any remaining resistance. In addition, Custer's character is at the heart of this world-famous disaster. For all his celebrated bravery, Custer became a devout media hound, desperate to gain fame. As both the camera and the tabloid came of age, George Armstrong Custer became America's first bona fide celebrity. Vengeance is a thrilling read, filled with action, legendary characters, and poignance for the impact this had on Native Americans and the shape of the American West"--
The shippers
"After a whole lifetime of being bad at love, JoJo Burton decides to solve her intimacy issues once and for all at her sister's destination wedding on a cruise ship. With the help of a little pop psychology, she diagnoses herself with a fixation on the neighborhood guy who was her first crush and first kiss (and who just happens to be a newly-divorced wedding guest ), and she decides to woo him during the cruise for some long-delayed closure. Only problem is, her sister's a little busy being a bride at the moment--so JoJo ropes in her childhood bestie, Cooper Watts, to be her wing man. Cooper: who RSVPed no, but then showed up, anyway. Cooper: who left town without a word four years earlier and moved to London. Cooper: who was, if she's honest, the worst heartbreak of JoJo's life. It's bliss for her to see him again, and it's agony, too--and the more they team up for Project Conquest, the more she obsesses over questions she can't bring herself to ask. Shipboard antics ensue in this witty, heart-tugging, childhood-friends-to-lovers romance--as JoJo and Cooper fake flirt, slow dance, share a cabin, sing duets, treat sunburns, get jealous, rescue each other over and over, and finally, at last, figure it all out in the most blissful, swoony, romantic way.."--
Most ardently yours
"Zoe Knight, a struggling romance writer, has sworn off men for good. At least...the ones in real life. Once a believer in a happily ever after, she now curbs her loneliness with the help of the best book boyfriends in literature--and there is no better man than Jane Austen's Mr. Darcy. So when she stumbles into a classic London bookshop and argues with the annoyingly attractive store owner, Nick, who refuses to sell romance novels, she decides to liberate him of a dusty copy of Pride & Prejudice abandoned on a top shelf. But this is no ordinary book. After reading from the pages, Zoe finds herself in a remarkable situation: she has accidentally summoned the Mr. Darcy to the real world. Now, she's face-to-face with the man she's loved forever, and he's everything she dreamed he would be. Handsome? Check. Brooding? Check. Talks like he swallowed a thesaurus? Check and check. But even in all his regency perfection, can he ever be as good as in the novel? And if he's here, in her London apartment trying to figure out how to work a shower, what will happen to the literary world he came from? With Nick--the last man she could ever be prevailed upon to work with--urging her to send the fictional Darcy back to his own story, Zoe will have to decide what she really wants from a happy ending, before it's too late"--
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!
A batter of life and death
"Welcome to Torte-a small-town family bakeshop where the coffee is hot, the muffins are fresh, and the cakes are definitely to die for ... It's autumn in Ashland, Oregon-'tis the season for a spiced hot apple cider with a serving (or two) of Torte's famous peach cobbler. It's also the perfect time for Jules Capshaw to promote her family's beloved bake shop by competing in The Pastry Channel's reality show, Take the Cake. The prize is $25,000. But as Jules quickly learns, some people would kill for that kind of dough. Literally. Then, just as Jules dusts off her Bavarian Chocolate Cake recipe and cinches up her apron, the corpse of a fellow contestant is discovered-death by buttercream. What began as a fun, tasteful televised adventure has morphed into something of a true-crime detective show for Jules and everybody else on set. Who could have killed Chef Marco, and why? Can Jules sift out the killer before someone else gets burned?"--
Murder from A to Z
"Nana Jo has volunteered her lawyer granddaughter, Jenna, to teach estate planning to retirees--with Sam providing her bookshop as the venue. But when elderly Alva Tarkington, accompanied by her niece, sits down for a consultation, Sam realizes the woman's frequent blinking is actually Morse Code--S.O.S. Alva tells them she believes her life is in danger and must change her will. Unfortunately, Alva is found dead the next day. Sam and the senior sleuths of Shady Acres soon learn not everyone is who they say they are, and someone is more than qualified to teach a class on cold-blooded murder"--
The country road murders a thriller
After a shocking accident, Silas Tucker's legendary football career is suddenly over. ?Humbled, but never defeated, he returns to his backwoods hometown, Cross Rivers, North Carolina, where his father was murdered. ?He goes back to what's left of his family and their small, struggling farm. ?He reunites with his best friend in the world-Taylor McCarter Webb, who is now married. ?Then Silas is pulled into a deadly battle with the Southern Mafia who control drugs, trafficking and murder. As the suspense crescendos, Silas follows one rule for survival: you don't ride these country roads alone, or in the dead of night
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 long winter
"A young man named Miquel returns to his family in the Catalan Pyrenees upon completing his military service. His younger brother, Jordi, will be departing for his service a week after Miquel's arrival. He will be gone for two years. Miquel notices their mother's increasingly erratic behavior and understands that she is drinking. As she becomes increasingly unstable, her husband resorts to drastic measures. Unable to abide his betrayal and her own grief, she walks off into the mountains. A blizzard sets in and the search for her is futile. No one will find her until the spring thaw arrives."--Back cover
The Parisian heist
"Emma, a struggling American artist in Paris, thought she had left her dreams behind when she took a job cleaning for the city's wealthy elite. Then she meets Stella Swanson, the widow of one of the most notorious art dealers in the business. The Swansons move in a world where billionaires, oligarchs, and heads of state pay fortunes for masterpieces. Drawn in by their dazzling wealth and the pull of a dangerously charming grandson, Emma becomes both a player and a pawn in a family battle to protect their empire and conceal its crimes. In the late 1800s, the young widow Jo van Gogh inherits hundreds of paintings from her brother-in-law Vincent that the art world deems worthless. Determined to prove their genius, and to secure a future for herself and her young son, she becomes consumed by Vincent's legacy. As her devotion deepens, a vanished painting and a thwarted love affair leave her unsure who she can trust and how much of herself she's willing to lose in the process. From glittering auction houses to the idyllic canals of Amsterdam and the grand museums of Paris, the lives of these two women converge as Emma uncovers the Swanson family's darkest secrets and agrees to mastermind a daring heist inside the Musée d'Orsay. The stakes have never been higher, and these women refuse to be written out of history, no matter the cost"--
Cool machine
"1981. New York City is beginning to emerge from financial ruin and decline, energized by rampant real estate development and a Wall Street unchained by Reagan-era predatory capitalism. Up in Harlem, successful business owner/master fence Ray Carney has just been named Sterling Furniture's Dealer of the Month. When the banks won't give his beloved wife Elizabeth a loan for her new travel agency, however, Carney gambles on one last heist, and finds himself entangled with a legendary criminal mastermind. 1983. To some, Carney's friend and partner in crime, Pepper, is a stone-cold sociopath. To others, a top thief with questionable people skills. Either way, he's feeling his age in his troubled gut and his aching bones. When he takes on a bodyguard gig as a favor to Elizabeth, he's plunged into the alien territory of the East Village art and club scene. Luckily for him, whether you're uptown or down, everyone speaks the same language of violence-Pepper is a native speaker. 1986. Carney has always been haunted by his inability to save his cousin Freddie. Now, twenty years after Freddie's death, he has a chance to rescue Freddie's son from the violent forces of the city. But coming out of retirement and teaming up with Pepper again will mean risking the safety and security he's spent decades building for his family, with only one shot to get it right. With his usual pitch-perfect prose, Whitehead paints a portrait of a city in transition, where shimmering skyscrapers rise to the heavens as displaced people huddle in abandoned tunnels below. In a dazzling display of protean imagination, Cool Machine roves all over the city, from Windows on the World to the Meadowlands, to show that in New York, and in the lives of Whitehead's vivid characters, it's what's below the surface that reveals the truth."--
Vanished in the crowd
"Retired detective Molly Murphy Sullivan investigates the disappearance of a female scientist. New York is busier than ever as two million visitors come to the city to witness the Hudson-Fulton celebration in 1909, marking the 300th anniversary of Henry Hudson's discovery of the Hudson River. Parades, exhibitions, carnivals, and a marvelous display of the wonders of the latest invention -- electricity -- across the city make for two straight weeks of celebrations, which Molly and her family, along with their friends Sid and Gus, are excited to enjoy. But Molly is secretly dealing with financial troubles. She is too proud to ask her friends for a loan, but when they want to hire her as a detective she jumps at the chance. Sid and Gus are hosting fellow Vassar graduates to take part in one of the parades but one of the women, a brilliant scientist, never shows up. It seems nobody knows where she is, including her husband. Is she trying to run away from her life or is it something more sinister? Why have the Vassar women really come to New York City? When Daniel asks Molly to spy on her friends and find out just what they are planning, she finds her loyalties horribly divided. Then the parade turns deadly and only Molly has the tools to find out the truth."--
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"--
Rachel West and the fallen starlet
"Baby doll top, gladiator sandals, and fully loaded iPod at the ready: it's 2008 in Los Angeles, and Rachel West is a little less starry-eyed than your average ingenue. Copyediting a celeb gossip rag isn't the glossy entertainment journalism Rachel thought she would be doing, but hey, it pays the bills. Some of them, anyway. Rachel's life changes overnight after meeting Molly Byrne, a former child star and current tabloid fave for her drunken escapades and rotating cast of boyfriends, and what begins as a chance encounter in a nightclub bathroom quickly grows into a genuine friendship. When Molly is found dead, Hollywood accepts her death as an overdose. But Rachel knows for a fact her friend was clean -- and she's not alone in her suspicion that Molly was murdered. With the help of a ragtag group of residents from her apartment building, a friendly paparazzo, and a handsome detective, Rachel must solve the mystery of Molly's death before she's written off for good."-- Page [4] of cover
Storm tide
"Game Warden Mike Bowditch investigates a series of brutal killings during a life-changing year in Storm Tide, the harrowing new thriller from Edgar Award-nominated author Paul Doiron. 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 draws Bowditch to the scene-and hints at a chilling connection. He believes 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. His search for the truth takes him through frozen harbors, trackless forests, and remote islands, far from rescue. Meanwhile, Bowditch is facing a disciplinary hearing that could end his career. 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"--
Bubble, bubble, tea and trouble
"When Lily stumbles across five middle-aged women gathered in a dark corner of the tearoom for a book club, she firmly reminds them that the inn's no-smoking policy also applies to their oddly ritualistic candles. As they head outside, Lily overhears them chalking their bad luck up to the absence of their leader, Katya. Whatever they're doing, it certainly isn't reading-and their cover is starting to sound like weak tea . . . While they enjoy Lily's homemade banana bread the next morning, they make their intentions clear-grilling Lily about any past paranormal activity in the cliffside mansion. Their attempts to contact spirits have been falling flat, it seems, and the mysterious Katya is catching the heat. Levelheaded Lily thinks the real reason is that there's no such thing as ghosts. But Lily's pal Bernie has found another explanation: the half-baked spirit-seekers have the wrong house. The haunted reputation belongs to the place next door-where Lily's gardener boyfriend is currently staying. But before they can inform the luckless ladies, the missing medium shows up-dead on the rocks at the bottom of the cliff. Now, Lily has two jobs: serving afternoon tea, and solving a murder before someone else gets sent to the great beyond . . ."--Dust jacket flap
A murderer's guide to Mardi Gras
"It's cozy. It's culinary. It's Mardi Gras madness! It's the fifth book in this fabulous mystery series with a vintage flair from USA Today-bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author Ellen Byron. Step 1: join a killer krewe. It's carnival season in New Orleans, and Ricki James-Diaz and her friends from Bon Vee are dressing up for Mardi Gras. They've joined the notorious krewe of Chew to support Ricki's chef boyfriend, Virgil, who is to be crowned this year's king. It's all fun, throws, and over-the-top outfits until the krewe's captain is found strangled with his own medallion. Step 2: survive the festivities. The prime suspect is Ricki's friend, the deceased's wife who discovered he was cheating on her. It seems a straightforward case, but Ricki isn't so sure. The krewe's leader had many enemies including his mistress, his krewe co-founder who he ousted, and his college friend whose girlfriend he stole. One thing's clear, Ricki's at the center of yet another murder investigation. And if she's not careful, her first Mardi Gras could also be her last... Perfect for fans of Joanne Fluke, these delightful mysteries bring New Orleans to life with fun characters and delicious recipes. This series is a must-read for culinary cozy lovers!" --
Restless bones
"When a missing woman's body is discovered in a car submerged in Signet Lake in Maine one year after her disappearance, crime scene analyst Shaw Connolly is called to process the scene. She finds a single print belonging to a long-dead female ex-con. Could it be the key to identifying the murderer? As usual, Shaw won't stop looking until she's dredged up more than a few hidden crimes. All the while, Shaw's past won't let her go. Just as the Connolly family begins to find some peace after the arrest of Shaw's sister's killer, Anders Jansen, Shaw receives a request from her state police contact. Anders, in prison awaiting trial, has claimed responsibility for the murders of two other young women whose cases have grown cold over the past decade. But he refuses to help the police unless Shaw agrees to act as a special consultant in the search. Despite her misgivings --Anders's love of malicious mind games is as toxic as ever -- Shaw could never prolong another family's suffering. Her agreement to assist jeopardizes not only the fragile healing of her own family's wounds, but the rebuilding of her marriage and her relationship with her youngest son, who's colliding with some hard truths of how cruel people can be. It seems, for Shaw, closure is a long way off . . . but danger may be closer than she thinks. Fingerprint analyst Shaw Connolly grapples with both a new case and the lingering presence of her sister's killer in Gillian French's second compelling Maine thriller."-- Book jacket flap
Echoes of infamy
In late-1940s Los Angeles, former spies Evelyn Bishop and Nick Gallagher dig into shady real estate dealings, murder, and the appalling aftereffects of WWII-era Japanese American internment in this intrigue-filled historical mystery for readers of Allison Montclair, Jacqueline Winspear, Ashley Weaver, and Susan Elia MacNeal. Now president of her father's company, Bishop Aeronautics, Evelyn is presiding over a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of her factory when she is approached by Billy Takemura, a Japanese American soldier who announces that she's building on stolen land. Like Evelyn and Nick, Billy is a war hero. He served in the decorated 442nd Nisei company, while most of his family were forcibly interned at Manzanar. Their thriving family restaurant, and the land it occupied, were taken while they were in the camp. Determined to right this wrong: and concerned about her father's possible involvement in profiteering: Evelyn enlists Nick in her investigation. What starts as a discovery of widespread fraud quickly graduates to murder. Suspects range from an unscrupulous business partner to a bitter widow to Billy's hotheaded brother. It's up to Evelyn and Nick to expose the truth. However, it's not easy when Evelyn is fending off betrayal in her own company and Nick's brutal childhood returns to haunt him. Nothing is as it seems as secrets threaten to destroy the life they have worked so hard to build . .
How to kill a crime writer
"After the tragic death of bestselling crime writer Annie Morrisey, her daughter, Niamh, moves into her mother's country cottage to take care of her mother's estate. Shut away from the world, Niamh doesn't actually have to deal with the grief of her mother's untimely passing. Until the day that two things appear: the advance copy of her mother's final book lands on the doorstep and Leah Rebecca Overton appears in the kitchen. Having a stranger appear in your house would be concerning at the best of times, but Leah isn't a stranger - she's the ultra-competent sleuth heroine from Annie's novels. The antithesis of Niamh in every way, she's lived in the fictitious character's shadow for years. But why (and how) has Leah turned up now? And why can only Niamh see her? Leah is the last thing Niamh wants in her house or in her head, but she can't ignore the sleuth...especially when Leah suspects there may have been more to Annie's death than first suspected"-- Provided by publisher
The silent house of sleep
A pathologist, haunted by his service during WWI, investigates two murders in post-war London in this Bloody Scotland Debut Prize winner. Death is a lonely business . . . No one who meets Dr. Jack Cuthbert forgets him. Tall, urbane, and brilliant, the Scottish pathologist is the best that Scotland Yard's new detective chief inspector has seen. But Cuthbert is also a damaged man--a man who lives with secrets, and who still battles demons brought back from the trenches even ten years after the end of the Great War. When not one but two corpses are discovered in a London park in the winter of 1929, Cuthbert must use every tool at his disposal, including cutting-edge forensics of the period, to solve the mystery of their deaths. In the end, the horrifying truth is more shocking than even he could have imagined. Gripping and gritty, The Silent House of Sleep is a highly original debut historical mystery that introduces one of the most intriguing new protagonists in recent memory. It's sure to leave readers hotly anticipating the next case for Dr. Jack Cuthbert
The subtle pleasures of indiscretion
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
Three reasons for revenge
"A gripping high-stakes novel of suspense about three seemingly unconnected people, caught in a lethal web of deceit and unhealed wounds"-- Provided by publisher
The Cloak and Dagger Club
"Inspired by Agatha Christie's real-life Detection Club, a murder among a group of golden age mystery writers meets a second chance romance in this debut novel from author Jackie McMahon. London, 1930. Lucy Hubbard is on the cusp of achieving her dreams. With her first mystery novel debuting with strong sales and glowing reviews, she's been invited by Horace Hazelmoor, the king of crime fiction, to join his elite group of writers-the Cloak and Dagger Club. Thrilled at the opportunity, Lucy finds herself swept up into Horace's glamorous world at the Ritz hotel. She's even willing to put up with the inconvenient presence of her former fiancé, Frank Murray, the club's rising star who is on track to eclipse Horace as Britain's most popular crime writer. But when Horace is found with a knife in his back, Frank is the police's prime suspect. Despite their complicated history, Lucy knows he's not capable of murder. With suspects galore and the danger rising, these two mystery writers must race to solve the crime-and fight their lingering feelings for each other-before the murderer strikes again."-- Provided by publisher
A botanist's guide to tradition and treachery
"Saffron Everleigh is newly engaged and full of optimism as she sets off on the adventure of a lifetime for any scientist: a research expedition. She sails to newly formed Turkey with her fiancé, Alexander Ashton, and a bevy of fellow researchers under the watchful and reformed eye of Dr. Henry. With only two other women on board, Saffron soon finds she is right back in the same infuriatingly misogynistic environment that marked the earliest days of her career. Only this time, Saffron is determined to show everyone, including Alexander, that she can handle the trials of an expedition. And trials she has in spades. Before the expedition team has even arrived, Saffron has managed to find an enemy in historian Joseph Clark, who frequently torments the assistant that Saffron has taken under her wing, Martin Neill. But when Martin unexpectedly dies, Saffron is targeted as the main suspect. Falling ruins, venomous snakes, and mysteriously blocked passages are the least of Saffron's worries. With unexpected help from a familiar face, Alexander and Saffron have to work fast to prove not only that Saffron is innocent but that they both have nothing to do with a larger conspiracy at play among the expedition crew."--
Vale of tears
"Northumberland. Collision Investigation Officer Sal Delaney is at a road traffic accident scene near the infamous Bael Hill Farm--locally labelled the Murder House--when a body is discovered at the lot. It turns out local hermit Rollo Savage took his own life, but something doesn't add up. At first glance he seems to have hanged himself, but other evidence hints at murder. Rollo's past earned him a lot of enemies, but who would hurt the kind old man after all these years? Soon Sal is caught up in another twisted and dark case, one which shockingly seems to involve people she holds dear..."--Provided by publisher
Last night was killer
"A suspenseful, big-hearted, and laugh-out-loud funny story of a single mom trying to do it all-including solve a murder she may or may not have committed..."-- Provided by publisher
Moonlight murder
When Kausar Khan moved back to Toronto to be closer to her family, she didn't expect to have another murder investigation on her hands so soon--or really ever. But when a young man named Qasim is found dead in their Golden Crescent neighborhood, and when she learns he was close to her granddaughter, Maleeha, what's a grandmother to do but try and solve the case? And it's not just her heartbroken granddaughter spurring Kausar to find answers; it's also how the circumstances of Qasim's death remind her of her own teenage son, Ali, and his mysterious death nearly twenty years before. Kausar knows firsthand what a difference closure can make to a grieving parent--and the more she seeks to find that for Qasim's parents, the more she begins to realize that perhaps it's time she finds closure for herself as well. As Kausar digs into both Qasim's and Ali's cases and her "aunty" skills continue to bring more information to light, she can't help but wonder if the similarities between the two cases are more than just mere coincidence. But how could two deaths, twenty years apart, possibly be related? Detective Aunty is determined to find out. --
Moan
A dark evil lurks in the unreachable depths of a pipe, groaning out moans that echo through the house of a germophobe mother and her daughters. In another tale, flowers blooming in the shape of eyeballs are only the beginning of the strange phenomena surrounding a mysterious transfer student. Could he have supernatural abilities? Also, a man in a village deep in the mountains shares memories of his wife. What happened to her after she said she would give freely of her blood?"--Provided by publisher
Dead but dreaming of electric sheep
"Meet Julia Flang, a twenty-something former professional gamer, living with her retired uncle, and working two jobs she doesn't like. Out of the blue, her estranged mother, a CFO for one of the world's largest tech companies, offers her a temp job with a payday Julia can't refuse. One sham interview later, she's offered the job: to chaperone a man in a vegetative state from California to the East Coast. But he's not dead dead: he has an AI mind implanted in his head. Meet a middle-aged man who wakes within a disorienting hellscape filled with monstrous grotesqueries. Worse than the fluid, morphing reality in which he's trapped, he has no memory of who he is. He certainly doesn't remember getting the rabbit tattoo on his arm. He only knows that he must find a certain person. Who? He can't remember. Using a cell phone modeled after a video game controller, Julia fumblingly navigates the man she calls 'Bernie' from the company campus and onto planes and through one of the largest airports in America. All the while, the man endures an ever-changing and worsening nightmare that offers clues as to who he was--and who he must track down. And as their two lives intertwine, Julia and Bernie become unlikely allies and fugitives on a collision course with reality."--
Yes, chef
After a public meltdown in the dining room of one of Manhattan's most elite restaurants, Chef Jack Hartman is back in his South Florida hometown. Angry, grieving, and saddled with the unwanted storefront his late mentor left him, his life is spinning out of control. And that's before Poppy Winfield--the bubbly, infuriating daughter of his former boss--shows up at his dock. Poppy needs to escape. From her family, her ex-boyfriend, and her reputation as someone who has never taken anything seriously. But more than that, she wants to prove herself--and she has just the plan to do it. Unfortunately, that plan involves Jack Hartman, the most arrogant, intimidating man she's ever had the pleasure of throwing a shrimp at. Poppy proposes a deal: they work together to open a revamped version of his mentor's restaurant. Jack will handle the menu, and she'll use her social media influence to sell the hell out of its grand opening. If she and Jack can make it a success, it'll be a ticket for them both to return to New York. Jack is intrigued, but only on his terms: If Poppy's going to do this, she must learn the ropes of the business. From him. As sparks fly both in and out of the kitchen, Poppy and Jack are left wondering: could they be a perfect pairing? Or is this whole experiment a recipe for disaster?
Die for me
"A stay-up-all-night, smart, spicy romance following a doctor who finds herself falling for an alluring, much-younger man with a deadly secret. Sean's not in the market for love. The only female, let alone Black, interventional cardiologist at her hospital, she's watched too many of her male colleagues divorce their first wives to marry younger models-and then there's the abusive relationship she's spent the better part of her early 30s healing from. Her passions are reserved for her best friend, her goddaughter, and her job. Then she meets Julian. Brooding, beautiful and eleven years her junior. In short: A bad idea. Julian pursues her in a way that sets off alarm bells in her mind, but she finds herself unable to resist their undeniable chemistry-even starts fantasizing about him in dreams that feel altogether too real. They also have a lot in common despite their age gap. So, to hell with it: If men can date younger, why can't she? But the more Sean gets to know him, the more impossible Julian seems: He has a depth and sorrow to him that's beyond his years, and sometimes there's a look in his eyes that's less than human, and leaves her feeling more like prey. Plus, Sean herself has been exhibiting odd symptoms-memory lapses, a lack of restraint that's unlike her, persistent exhaustion-that all trace back to Julian, making Sean feeling more than a little afraid. Who-or what-is she falling, irrevocably, in love with? Extraordinarily transfixing, suspenseful, and addictive, Die for Me is nothing short of a seduction"--Provided by publisher
The Tomorrow Tree
Coming home to small-town Texas means facing the past and embracing the future in this touching novel about the family we choose by New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown. After thirteen years away, Tina O'Grady returns to her hometown of Benson, Texas, drawn to the old oak tree in the park. She and her childhood friends, Walker and Gracie, called it the Tomorrow Tree and shared their dreams beneath its branches. But Tina, still reeling from past betrayals, has no plans to stay. Mae and Cleo aren't about to let her leave. The elderly ladies who practically raised Tina offer her a room in their boardinghouse--where she discovers Walker and Gracie are also staying. Suddenly, this small town feels more like home than ever. Especially when Tina takes a job at Walker's feed store, and their friendship rekindles into something deeper than either dared to hope. Through Mae and Cleo's fierce maternal love and a second chance with Walker, Tina must confront the wounds that drove her away. Can she finally trust in the family she's always had--and the love that's been waiting beneath the Tomorrow Tree?
Leave and come back
"For the first time, Simran Gopal is living out her own swoon-worthy romance to rival the beloved Bollywood films of her childhood...until she receives her cousin's wedding invitation. Now, Simran finds herself returning to the family home she's been avoiding for the past seven years to take part in a two-week-long Indian wedding. Family drama is already at a high when Leo Bridgers, Simran's new boyfriend, accidentally crashes the engagement party. To avoid full crisis mode and provoking the ire of Veena perima, Simran's aunt and judgmental family matriarch, the cousins need to rally. Commence Operation DDLJ. Following the lead of their favorite Bollywood movie, they need to trick Veena into adoring Leo. In a mess of misdirection and hijinks, Leo must prove himself to be the most charming, helpful wedding guest imaginable, and he certainly can't give away that he's ever met-let alone is currently in love with-Simran. For Simran, being back with her family also brings up memories of the difficult years after her parents died. As old grievances and new secrets arise-with nosy aunties always watching-Simran must find a way to heal her woulds or risk losing her happy ending with Leo and her family." -- Front jacket flap
My killer vacation
"It was supposed to be a relaxing vacation in sweet, sunny Cape Cod--just Taylor Bassey and her beloved brother--but discovering a corpse in their rental house has really thrown a wrench into their tanning schedule. Now a rude, crude bounty hunter has arrived on the back of his motorcycle to catch the killer and refuses to believe Taylor can be helpful, despite the countless hours she's spent listening to true crime podcasts. Not to mention her fulfilling teaching career of wrangling second graders. Myles Sumner is only there to do a job, not babysit an amateur sleuth. Although... it is becoming less and less of a hardship to have Taylor around. Sure, she's stubborn, distracting, and can't stay out of harm's way. She's also brave and beautiful and reminds him of home. In other words, the insatiable hunger and protectiveness she's awakening is a threat to his peace of mind. Before Myles sinks any deeper into this dangerous attraction, he needs to solve the murder and get back on the road. Only now there are two threats--and the biggest one is to his heart"--
The unexpected caller
"Everyone expects Leanna Mast to marry again, but that's the last thing on her mind. Searching for comfort, she discovers The Amish Widows Club, a group of women who support each other amidst the communities' expectations, sharing books, stories, and companionship. Just as she adjusts to life as a widow, along comes Evan Keim to throw a wrench in her plans"-- Provided by publisher
If books could kill
"A NOVEL LOVE STORY meets LOVE IN THE TIME OF SERIAL KILLERS in this rom-com following Roxie Mitchell, an adventure-loving romance reader who finds herself trapped in a meet-cute-turned-murderous When Roxie makes a tongue-in-cheek wish to live out the plot of her favorite author's next novel, she has romance in mind - namely, the sweet, safe, swoon-worthy storylines Anna Matthews is known for. It should be a dream come true when her wish is granted, and she finds herself swept into a first date with a handsome stranger who seems designed to take her breath away. Except for one little hiccup: that handsome stranger tries to take her breath away. Literally. With a knife. The thing is, Roxie may be the new Anna Matthews protagonist - but this time, Anna is writing a crime thriller. Thrown into a perilous genre she's never read, Roxie is desperate for help. So, when her escape takes her straight into the path of Grant Hoffman - an anxious English professor with a convenient love of crime novels - she decides that kidnapping a grown man is a small price to pay for her own survival. Together, Roxie and Grant team up to navigate a madcap story where the lines between fiction and reality blur. They'll find out if they have what it takes to make it to The End - or maybe even Happily Ever After"-- Provided by publisher
Dad had a bad day
"Headshot meets John Cheever in this darkly funny, deeply moving portrait of what happens when a "sad dad" reconnects with a passion from his past"--
The unselected journals of Emma M. Lion. Vol. 7
The Year is 1884 and Emma M. Lion has, at long last, gained her majority. Entering a golden age of friendship with Pierce, Islington, and Hawkes, Emma is confident she will manage whatever comes her way. It is The Season she must help Arabella secure a husband, while navigating the threat of Aunt Eugenia, the unflagging adoration of Charles Goddard, and the amusing unpredictability of St. Crispian's. But the secrets of her trusted friends are what might very well bring about disaster
Henry Tudor must die
"One queen exiled. Another headed for the gallows. Both hungry for revenge. England's most infamous queens unite in vengeance against Henry VIII. Anne Boleyn is going to die, and neither her cleverness nor her witchery can save her. So when her late rival, Catalina de Aragón, miraculously appears in her cell at the Tower of London on the eve of her execution, very much alive and offering a daring escape plan, no one is more surprised than Anne. Lina doesn't have Anne's magic-but she has just as much hate for England's wretched king. Severed from her daughter and stripped of all her influence, Lina breathes only for the Hellebore Sisterhood, a clandestine and powerful society with a vested interest in keeping both queens alive...and using their particular skills to advance womankind. Anne and Lina's old rivalries pale in comparison to a common enemy. And they're not alone: Anna von Kleve, Kat Howard, and even Catherine Parr all have their own bones to pick with the king. One by one, they capture their pawns, infiltrating the court, and eliminating the men who plotted against them. Always inching closer to their true target... And they want his head"-- Provided by publisher
Abby offsides
"Seeking a fresh start after leaving her cheating fiancé, Abby McIntyre makes a series of spontaneous decisions: She quits her job. She books a one-way flight to the UK. She even gets bangs! Newly arrived in Liverpool, she lands a job with the Mersey Football Club and meets Lachlan Ramsay, the recently recruited Scottish star midfielder. Both lonely in a new city, the pair bond quickly, and Abby finds it nearly impossible to deny their chemistry--despite the nagging guilt she feels about Lachlan's mysterious wife who didn't relocate with her husband. When Abby's housing falls through, Lachlan insists she move into his massive penthouse. As they spend almost every waking moment together, Abby wonders if it's possible that the world-famous footballer could be falling for her, too. But with her job and his marriage dependent on them staying firmly in the friend zone, can Abby risk being caught offside?"--
The memory bookshop
If you're lost or grieving, you'll find The Memory Bookshop, where the shelves are endless; the books, strangely familiar; and where memories are bound in pages. offered no explanation, only a mysterious hourglass and a rare opportunity: to travel back to three chapters of her life. But returning to the past isn't without risk. In exchange, Jiwon must give up time in her future. As she wanders between the shelves, the bookshop humming with memories and regrets, she must ask herself: can the past truly be rewritten? Or does the real magic lie in the life she's yet to live?
The many seas to Guernsey
In the last golden years before Europe erupts into WWII a young English writer and a German Roman Catholic priest-in-training meet by chance on the small British island of Guernsey - and are drawn into a forbidden, all-consuming love
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
Station Eleven
"Kirsten Raymonde will never forget the night Arthur Leander, the famous Hollywood actor, had a heart attack onstage during a production of King Lear. That was also the night when a devastating flu pandemic arrived in the city, and within weeks, civilization as we know it came to an end. Twenty years later, Kirsten moves between the settlements of the altered world with a small troupe of actors and musicians. They call themselves the Traveling Symphony, and they have dedicated themselves to keeping the remnants of art and humanity alive. But when they arrive in St. Deborah by the Water, they encounter a violent prophet who will threaten the tiny band's existence. And as the story takes off, moving back and forth in time, and vividly depicting life before and after the pandemic, the strange twist of fate that connects them all will be revealed"--Page 4 of cover
Pasha the Storm
Pasha the Northern Storm was once the most infamous Meridian pirate who ever sailed the sister oceans. Now, a decade into her exile, Pasha's afterlife is being held hostage by Atle, an absurdly attractive noble who knows far too much about pirate magic--but not enough about sailing to realize how dangerous Pasha really is. Minister Atle Itaavar is duty-bound to serve the Kingdom of Garda, but as Queen Thivaldís gathers support for her ambitions of empire, Atle turns to treason to stop her. In order to destroy the Queen's new necromantic navy, Atle plans to steal the Queen's flagship, kidnap a washed-up pirate to sail it, and track down a legendary killer whale to bring it down. But the hunt for the great undying whale drags Pasha, Atle, and the crew of the Dog into a cosmic reckoning as they face threats from ghosts and gods alike--and the Queen of Garda is close behind
The infinite state
"In this blistering science fiction epic, international bestselling author Richard Swan presents a thrilling tale of survival and an eviscerating examination of totalitarianism. THE INFINITE STATE begins at a flashpoint in the lives of a widowed party member, a disgraced investigator, and a hypersled pilot-entangled in a plot to escape the suffocating authority of a fascist state. WHO GIVES YOU LIFE? PATER AETERNUS. Katherine Fuller's husband is dead. As an esteemed member of Pater Aeternus-governing party of the fascist, galaxy-spanning Decurion Empire-he has left behind an estate of immeasurable wealth. And Katherine is going to inherit it. WHO GIVES YOU PURPOSE? PATER AETERNUS. Life under the Eternal Father is rigidly stratified, surveilled, and controlled-each new day to be endured, not lived. But with Katherine's newfound fortune, she is presented with a rare and dangerous opportunity: purchase a virgin world, and create a better, fairer society. WHO GIVES YOU JOY? PATER AETERNUS. But the Empire cannot allow its wayward daughter to succeed. And as Katherine works in secret, recruiting allies she's not even sure she can trust, she will discover exactly how far Pater Aeternus is willing to go to stop her. Because Katherine is going to create something nobody has seen for many years. A democracy"-- Provided by publisher
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
The Feywild job
"Saeldian has sworn never to fall in love. That oath isn't just a personal promise, but rather a magical pact, granting them powerful abilities. The only catch? They must never give their heart away-a deal that Saeldian is perfectly content with. They've seen firsthand how messy love can get. Saeldian prefers their no-strings-attached life as a con artist, pulling off heists and leaving a trail of broken hearts behind them. But when a grift goes horribly wrong, they catch the eye of a mysterious patron with a job offer they can't refuse. The mission? Steal a gem called "The Kiss of Enduring Love" and return it to the Feywild. Simple enough, until Saeldian discovers their ex-partner, Kell-a charming bard-is part of the team. The last time Saeldian saw Kell, things hardly ended on good terms. A kiss became a betrayal, leaving Kell hurt and confused for almost a decade. But Kell can't just walk away-not when this job might finally be his ticket back to the Feywild. Forced to work together again, their adventure takes them from high-society parties to Feywild couple's therapy. But as Saeldian and Kell rekindle their chemistry, they realize the gem is much more than a fey bauble, and their simple heist has summoned powerful enemies. . . "-- Provided by publisher
The republic of memory
"The Safina is a city-ship halfway through its four-hundred-year voyage from the ruins of Earth to a new colony world. Its crew maintains the ship, generation after generation, while protecting their ancestors in cryostasis so that one day they will be able to enjoy a fresh start under clear blue skies. But when blackouts begin, unrest follows. The ship can only continue running smoothly with the cooperation of the crew. And the crew has had enough. As coordinated acts of resistance coincide with a much more complex conspiracy, a chain of events is set in motion that will change life on the Safina forever." -- Back cover
A queen crowned in flames
"Aemyra Daercathian is a queen on the run. Having failed to take Àird Lasair and been betrayed by her husband--whom she had grown to trust and was beginning to fall for during her time in captivity--Aemyra is forced to retreat with a raging desire for revenge. But before she can settle the score and fulfill a sacred promise to kill Fiorean, her forces must rest and replenish their strength. No one can know the truth. Although Aemyra has a fierce dragon and a large army of elemental wielders called Dùileach standing behind her, she has lost what's most important--her fire magic. Haunted by her love for her enemy and unsure if she is Goddess-blessed anymore, Aemyra vows to do right by her people, even if that means she must make a new kind of alliance, one that could mean winning back her territory--at a cost to her heart. From the ashes, Aemyra must emerge a new kind of queen, but will she be the dawn for her people or the fire that burns everything to the ground?"--
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
In the wake of the ruined
"The realm has a new queen...and a new monster. Imogen Nel, a powerful Siren, can no longer hide her monstrous abilities. She has claimed her ancestral crown and new grotesque magic, and now the corrupted bond she shares with the ancient deity Eusia is stronger than ever. Though Imogen is determined to sever it, doing so is no easy feat. The threat of war looms. Shifting alliances, a hunger for magic, and her feelings for Theodore, King of Varya, attempt to thwart her at every turn. Meanwhile, Theodore is battling the strain of his own crown and commitments. When Imogen suddenly appears on his ship, every dutiful resolution he's ever made threatens to snap. As they draw nearer to ending Eusia, lurking dangers and their perilous desire for one another prove nearly insurmountable. Will the chaos, ruin, and death that Imogen was prophesied to usher into the realm be the end of all things, or the beginning?"--
Earth 7
Well, that's about it for the story of planet Earth, poor Earth, reduced to not much more than a piece of burnt coal. But, life and love persist, even in the most unexpected, inhospitable places. Two women meet on a beach of artificial sand. One was raised in a pod in the ocean and the other may or may not be a robot. Their love-or any love-seems so unlikely. Earth is severely depopulated. Some people have given up, gone off to Mars. Others pursue eternal life as digital code. And yet others, like Dylan and Melanie, are holdouts-and some of those holdouts are constructing a vast molecular collection in hopes that a future person may be alive to make a new Earth. Foolhardy? Misguided? Quixotic? Probably. But what can a human (or a robot) do? By the end of Unferth's wild, poetic, revelatory, and slyly philosophical novel, the reader has traveled to the very edges of the cosmos as a "soul globule" and between grains of sand as a microscopic tardigrade
A curse of Beasts and magic
"Raine Stone is living a nightmare. Ever since she survived the attack that killed her family, she's been hiding a terrible secret--and a Beast inside her. It feeds on violence and chaos, but she restrains its urges by playing vigilante on the city streets. Until one night, Raine uses the Beast's energy to heal an elderly gentleman from a seemingly random attack and discovers a new world of danger-literally. Remington 'Remy' Byrne knows the wall between a realm of deadly mythic creatures and our own world is very fragile. After all, he's the Warden who guards the gateways between them. Raine's Beast contains power that could tip the scales in a sinister plot against Remy's rule-if she allies with him. Will they be friends or foes...or will their dangerous attraction turn into something else? And can our world be saved by their explosive alliance?"--Front jacket flap
The dragon has some complaints
"In this heartfelt and humorous fantasy from the Nebula-winning author of Someone You Can Build a Nest In, a dragon whose three heads bear rather...different...personalities finds family in the most unexpected of places"-- Provided by publisher
Exodus : the Helium Sea
"For millennia, the Crown Dominion has been at relative peace, with the Celestials in control and the human population little better than serfs. But now the Crown Dominion is facing a crisis of epic proportions--one that could change the balance of power in the Centauri Cluster forever--as an exiled faction that has been waiting for seven thousand years beyond the Helium Sea has returned to claim their vengeance. For Finn and his human allies, who have ended up at the center of this conflict either through circumstance or manipulation, this is an unprecedented opportunity. If they can band together, they may be able to outwit the Celestials and finally earn their fellow humans a place of independence and power in the Crown Dominion. But first they must locate and master ancient artifacts of immense power that could give them a needed edge in the conflict ahead. And all while ducking the forces that are determined to knock them off the board for good"-- Provided by publisher
Last of the first
The Mirror Lancer Alyiakal has been ordered to Mirror Lancer Headquarters and promoted to Subcommander, ostensibly to advise the high command on tactics-except Alyiakal's successful military campaigns have removed most external threats to the Empire of Light. The external threats to Cyador are nothing next to the internal threats of a weak emperor controlled by his manipulative empress, a ruthless Merchanter clan embezzling the Empire's finances, an indecisive high commander of the Mirror Lancers, and a power struggle among the Magi'i. Alyiakal will navigate the dangerous streets and politics of Cyador and meet his destiny
Baseball as it was : building champions before free agency changed everything
"Historian John Ferling delves into baseball in the fascinating dozen years following World War II, when baseball ruled as the national pastime and the names of the game' s principal stars were known even by those who weren't fans of the sport....His focus is on the Cleveland Indians and the Boston/Milwaukee Braves between 1946-1957"--Dust jacket
Driving the billionaire wild
Racing team PR expert Astrid Lewis has a golden rule: no entanglements with drivers. Not even when walking scandal Apollo Accardi seems determined to charm her into his arms. She knows that surrendering to dangerous temptation has consequences... Billionaire playboy Apollo is always in command--it's how he survived his tumultuous upbringing. Astrid's iciness simply fuels his desire. It's a shock to discover they've actually crossed the line before in a searing, anonymous encounter. But the wheels of his ruthlessly controlled life completely fall off at Astrid's bombshell... He's father to her son!
History of the Peloponnesian War
Written four hundred years before the birth of Christ, this detailed contemporary account of the long life-and-death struggle between Athens an Sparta stands an excellent chance of fulfilling its author's ambitious claim that his writing was designed to last forever. Thucydides himself (c-460-400 B.C.) was an Athenian and achieved the rank of general in the earlier stages of the war. He applied thereafter a passion for accuracy and a contempt for myth and romance in compiling this factual record of a disastrous conflict. A translation of Thucydides' history of the wars between Athens and Sparta with introduction, notes, bibliography, and maps
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."--
Surviving bully culture : a career spent navigating workplace bullying and a guide for healing
"Andy Regal is a veteran executive producer with three decades of experience covering the highest-profile criminal cases and worldwide headlines, and he knows firsthand what it's like to work in a high-pressure, cutthroat environment. But it wasn't the heinous crimes and terror attacks he reported on and writes about that haunted him--it was the toxic bosses and workplace bullies who thrived on power plays and intimidation. In this eye-opening book, Regal lifts the curtain on bully culture in the workplace, revealing the manipulative tactics, ruthless ambition, and psychological and physical toll that toxic leadership takes on employees. His candid account isn't just about television--it's a clarion call for anyone who has suffered in a hostile work environment." --
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
Everything to the sea
"This is how the story goes: Jane will fall in love. And then all of this will vanish. Home for one final summer, Jane is working and saving cash for her senior year of college before she leaves her island town behind forever. At first, she doesn't remember Kenji, but he quickly becomes someone she can't forget: square jaw, a dimple in his cheek. A Hilo boy. To Kenji, she's Janie, nose perpetually buried in her old high school sketchbooks. Jane tells herself it's only a fling--one perfect, carefree summer, on her way to achieving her dream of becoming an architect and moving to the continent. Then a tsunami sweeps their families out to sea, and their all-consuming affair breaks with the weight of grief, pulling them in opposite directions. Kenji remains in Hawai'i, bound by duty to rebuild their hometown. Jane, shattered by the loss, follows her best friend to California. For seven years, an ocean lies between them, until Jane and Kenji meet on another coast... In prose that sparkles like sun on the water, Upano's debut novel tells the unforgettable story of two young people as they come of age, fall in love, forge new families, and try to find their way back together, again and again. Everything to the Sea is a moving portrait of our ability to overcome even the most devastating tragedies, when everything else is washed away."
Voice-a-versa : finding my voice(s) behind the mic
"From the voice behind Ren & Stimpy, Doug, Bugs Bunny, nearly half the main Futurama characters, and much more, a revealing memoir oflife before-and in front of-the mic Billy West is one the most accomplished and beloved voice actors alive today. He's brought to life original animated characters like Stimpy from Ren & Stimpy, Doug Funnie, and Philip J. Fry, Dr. Zoidberg, Zapp Brannigan, and Professor Farnsworth (and more) on Futurama. And he's played iconic characters like Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd in Space Jam, Popeye, and Woody Woodpecker. Chances are, he's made you laugh many times. You might even know some of his lines by heart. In Voice-A-Versa, West recounts his remarkable life in show business and the circuitous route that got him there, from a radio-call in contest that led to skits on morning radio in Boston, to a one-off appearance on The Howard Stern Show that turned into a regular role, to a big move to Hollywood, and legendary roles working with other talented creators. But West's life story is deeper and darker than that, and this memoir will reveal the traumatic upbringing that scarred and shaped him, and which gave birth to the "Billy-verse" of voices"--
The education of a senator : from JFK to Trump
A US senator who started in JFK's Justice Department, worked in the Nixon White House, turned down serving as GOP Watergate counsel and as Ford's campaign manager, walked for six months across Tennessee to become governor, lost two runs for president, and served as a university president and education secretary before winning three senate terms--Lamar Alexander answers that question with a resounding, "Yes." Over nearly six decades, Alexander saw the public arena from as many angles as any living American. With wry humor and wisdom, he reminds us that Americans have asked this question in times more troubling than today--through wars, economic panics, pandemics, and social upheaval. Alexander paints insider portraits of the ten presidents he worked with--including the one best suited to the job, the most skillful politician, most accomplished in foreign affairs, most "normal," and another who was on his way to being the most consequential. His book is for Americans hungry for optimism and leadership. It will inspire anyone who wants to serve in public office but doesn't know how to start. It is a blueprint for those who want to join the 519,682 Americans already elected to office and the millions who work with them
Hometown home run
He's got one last chance to hit it out of the park. The opportunity to play baseball means everything to her son, who has cerebral palsy, but protective mom Adaline Harper has reasons for wanting to avoid the baseball diamond. The new coach is her ex-sweetheart-and Will's father. Daniel Matthews has returned to Prairie, North Carolina-along with a tsunami of complicated emotions. And as Daniel bonds with the boy he has no idea is his son, Adaline isn't sure she's ready for this reunion. He broke her heart once; she doesn't want him to break Will's as well. But Daniel could be more than the coach her son desperately needsif he's ready to step up to the plate
Unexpected threat
"Toni O'Malley has learned to balance her career as CEO of her family's security firm and the responsibilities of being a single mom. Her equilibrium is shattered, though, when Brandon Anderson walks back into her life. Her ex is supposed to be overseas, but he's left the foreign service--and moved in next door. Their tween daughter is delighted by the prospect of her parents getting back together. The wary couple begin to explore the possibilities of their relationship, but then Toni is attacked and their little girl becomes a killer's target"--Page 4 of cover
Second first dates
"One bad date, shame on you. Two bad dates, shame on me ... After four years of a self-imposed dating hiatus, Leti Maldonado is finally ready to get back on the apps. Dating wasn't really that bad ... right? When she matches with Julian Gutierrez, his profile pic rings the faintest bell. But it isn't until their first date implodes that she remembers why: She's been on this exact date with him before--and it's just as awful the second time. To make matters worse, she discovers that Julian not only lives in her apartment building ... he's her brother's new roommate. Suddenly, he's everywhere: In the mailroom. In the stairwell. And witness to another one of Leti's terrible first dates. After one epically bad night, Julian offers to take over her dating accounts. And honestly? He can't do any worse than she has. But as Julian's dating app takeover draws them closer, they might just realize that true love has been right in front of them all along."--
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Monster of a land : on the road in search of modern America
"From The New York Times bestselling author of a Leaving Isn't the Hardest Thing comes an update of John Steinback's trip in Travels with Charley, a cross-country journey exploring modern America with Lauren Hough's signature observational wit, searing social commentary, and perspective as someone who knows what it's like to truly exist on the margins in this country. Lauren Hough has always been haunted by the road trips she never got to take: no money, no vacation days, no car capable of making the trip. So, upon finally finding herself in a situation where such a trip might be possible-being a writer may not always pay better than being a bartender or a cable guy, but at least the schedule's flexible-she leaps at the chance, refurbishing a ramshackle 2001 Dodge van and setting off from Austin, Texas with her Husky mix Woody by her side. Her influences feel obvious-but a lot has changed about the United States since the 1962 trip John Steinbeck chronicles in Travels with Charley. And Lauren Hough isn't John Steinbeck-unless the Noble Prize-winning author of The Grapes of Wrath had a secret past as a six-foot-tall lesbian and Air Force vet. But even better as a social lubricant than beer, a dog is the ultimate conversation starter. With Woody as wingman, Lauren chats-at gas stations and restaurants and auto shops and bars-with an incredible cross-section of Americans from all walks of life and every possible political perspective. And as she circumnavigates the country, she documents, with all-too-rare empathy, what it means to be poor, to be marginalized, and to be seen as Other in America. Part travelogue, part social commentary, and 100% Lauren Hough, Monster of a Land unites her poignant vulnerability, her hilarious narrative voice, and her razor-sharp insights into a journey that will show us how far we've come as a country, and how far we still have to go"-- Provided by publisher
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Philip Roth : stung by life
"Philip Roth (1933-2018) is one of the most celebrated American writers of his age. Born in Newark, New Jersey -- where his short stories and thirty-one books were often set -- he wrote with immense ambition and drive, along with a keen awareness of what must be done to produce great literature. Yet despite rubbing shoulders with the Kennedys and engaging in a spate of famous and infamous romances, he viewed himself as socially withdrawn, living much like an "unchaste monk" (his words). In this original and lucid biography, Steven J. Zipperstein captures Roth's complex life and the astonishing range of his self-reflective writings-from "Goodbye, Columbus" and "Portnoy's complaint" to the Pulitzer Prize-winning "American pastoral" and "The plot against America." Employing extensive archival research and well over one hundred interviews, including conversations with Roth himself, Zipperstein provides an intimate and probing look at one of the twentieth century's most influential authors, placing his work in the context of Jewishness, freedom, and sexuality in America"--
Blow by blow : the Jeff Beck story
"With his shag haircut and white Stratocaster guitar, Jeff Beck was an icon known and loved by millions. Yet somehow, he maintained the ineffable low profile cool of a cult hero as he glided through six decades of musical trends with nary a lapse in taste. Not to say he ever played it safe. What other guitarist can lay claim to performing with opera star Luciano Pavarotti, mainstream television personality Kelly Clarkson, and professional degenerates like Guns N' Roses with equal grace and wit? Or as Beck himself once quipped, "I'm an awkward son of a bitch when it comes to doing the expected." In Blow by Blow: The Jeff Beck Story, Brad Tolinski and Chris Gill return to chart the unexplored life of rock's greatest and perhaps most enigmatic instrumentalist. Culled from approximately 30 hours of interviews with the late guitarist himself, numerous conversations with those closest to him, and extensive research, the book sheds new light on the genius that Jimmy Page once said, "shifted the whole sound and face of electric guitar music.""-- Provided by publisher
Cancel me if you can
Dave Portnoy is a gambler. From his days playing Little League baseball, he has always bet on himself and his future, which is exactly how he built his digital media empire, Barstool Sports. It all started in 2004, when Dave wrote what he knew and passed out a four-page broadsheet newspaper all over Boston. The idea was simple but revolutionary: not everyone wanted their sports takes from SportsCenter anchors in suits. Fans wanted something local, raw, and unapologetic--written in the same language and tone you might hear at your local sports bar. So, Dave gave it to them. More than twenty years later, Barstool has grown into a nine-figure company with over 300 employees and 150 active brands. But the story doesn't end there. Dave continues to expand Barstool and his personal brand, launching into the world of sports betting, giving honest pizza reviews, building generational media stars, and giving back to dog shelters and small businesses with the help of his own famous rescue dog, Miss Peaches. Though he didn't set out to be a political lightning rod, it happened--and he's fully aware that half the internet hates him while the other half loves him. The truth? He doesn't care, as long as people take interest. He's always been brutally honest, and he always will be. Dave's journey hasn't been perfect. He's failed--publicly and personally--and he's constantly willing to risk it all. Why? Because he already knows what it's like to lose everything and start over, time and time again. So why not? In Cancel Me If You Can, Dave lays it all out: the hard work, the timing, the luck, the poisonous relationships behind the curtain, and the balls it took to get to where he is today. This isn't a memoir or a business book--it's another bet on himself. But honestly, would you really want to bet against him? The odds are against it
Our knives will save us : dispatches from a White Mountain Apache chef
"From beloved Indigenous chef Nephi Craig, a searing personal and cultural reckoning about the power of food to heal intergenerational wounds When Nephi Craig enrolled in the culinary program at Scottsdale Community College, it was out of necessity-his DUI conviction had left him with three years' probation with either full-time employment or education. He chose school, expecting little more than a means to an end. But what he encountered on his first day was a profound dissonance: not a single other Indigenous person in the room and European recipes that, beneath their French and Italian names, echoed the flavors of his own Apache roots. Calling to mind his roaming childhood on the White Mountain Apache and Navajo reservations, that moment sparked a lifelong pursuit, not just of culinary mastery, but also of cultural rediscovery. Craig began tracing the buried histories of Indigenous cultivars such as the acorn, the squash, and the cacao bean, each one a portal into the violent legacy of colonization. He was hungry to not only better understand the way this history embedded itself in Native foodways but to also build Indigenous food sovereignty and to reconnect people with this rich cuisine. His mission led him around the world, from high-end kitchens in Japan, Germany, and England, to Executive Chef roles across the US. All the while, though, Craig wrestled in the shadows of his alcoholism and substance abuse, entering one addiction treatment center after another in the hopes that he could get-and remain-sober. Unexpectedly, in the heat and rhythm of professional kitchens and in the collaborative energy of top fine dining restaurants, Craig found a lifeline. However, it wasn't until he was faced with the difficult decision of choosing between a career in culinary prestige and one serving the Native communities at home that he found his true vocation. Interweaving personal reflection with searing cultural insight, Craig lays bare the ongoing traumas wrought by colonial violence, from systemic poverty and poor mental health to addiction and suicide within Native communities. At the same time, he offers a vision of hope: one where food is decolonized, history is honored, and healing is possible"-- Provided by publisher
Good morning moon : a snapshot of an American family
"The bestselling poet, novelist, and biographer focuses his keen eye inward in this luminous memoir about the decision to start a family later in life only to be surprised by revelations from his own childhood. In a unique latticework of a memoir, Brad Gooch paints an indelible portrait of becoming a father in middle age. Having experienced once unfathomable changes in what it means to be gay in American society, having lived through the AIDS crisis in New York and surviving the death of his first great love, Brad wasn't longing for a conventional family life. But in late middle age, he meets Paul, marries, and together they take the leap, soon having two boys through surrogacy. As with many new parents, the arrival of children spurs a reflection on his own upbringing as an only child in a comfortable town in Pennsylvania, and a mystery hidden in plain sight that only a DNA test can solve. Pondering fundamental questions about the nature of family, while capturing the joys, humor, and hardship of raising kids, Good Morning Moon is an unforgettable addition to the literature of parenthood"-- Provided by publisher
The forgotten briefcase : the world knows her name. Few really knew her.
"When Joseph rediscovers a forgotten briefcase filled with old letters, photographs, journals, and a century-old novel once shared with Nicole Brown Simpson, he is forced to confront a past he buried for more than thirty years. What begins as an unexpected reunion with memory becomes a deeply personal journey through love, loss, and ultimately self-renewal."--
In the arms of mountains : a memoir of land, love, and queer resistance in red America
"Rural America deserves more than an elegy: a powerful story of hope, resilience, and political resistance where you least expect it, from Idaho's first openly LGBTQ+ lawmaker. Cole LeFavour was 11 years old when their hippie parents moved the family to a guest ranch in Idaho. Hours to the north, as the LeFavours unpacked pots and pans, Richard Butler dreamed of establishing a white separatist nation. It's here, in one of the reddest states on the map, where Cole learned to raise ducklings, hike the wilderness alone, and build political resistance where you'd least expect it. This is the story rural America deserves to tell--and that the rest of the country needs to hear. Follow LeFavour's journey from their 2-mile walk to the school bus along a dirt road to their monumental election as Idaho's first openly queer state senator. Cole recounts anti-apartheid protests at Berkeley, the solitary life of a fire lookout, and the gravitational pull of unexpected romance and loss. In the Arms of Mountains is a memoir with dirt under its nails and heart on its sleeve. It shatters the carefully constructed "monolithic heartland" myth and rewrites Hillbilly Elegy's bleak epitaph. Haunting, hopeful, and full of fight, Cole's story reminds us of what's possible when we look beyond red and blue, right and left, to meet each other at the edge of the wild"-- Provided by publisher
The love producer : my unscripted journey from a reality TV career to my own happily ever after
"Julie LaPlaca spent years crafting some of reality TV's most iconic and swoon worthy romances, from hot tub heartbreaks to heartfelt proposal speeches. But behind the scenes, her own love life was unraveling. The end of a five-year relationship, one too many bad dates, and months on the road left her wondering if she'd ever get the happy ending she helped curate for others. Then came the headlines. The tabloids speculated Julie was the love interest of the very Bachelor she was producing. Suddenly, her life mirrored her own creation, as she was pulled into the spotlight, started to question her feelings, and lines became blurred between her and the show's leading man. She began to wonder: What is real, and what is fantasy? The Love Producer explores pop culture's influence on romance, desire, and the idea of happily ever after. With wit and vulnerability, Julie shares stories of heartbreak, shame, aging, dating, and spiritual transformation"-- Provided by publisher
Forty autumns : a family's story of courage and survival on both sides of the Berlin Wall
"In this illuminating and deeply moving memoir, a former American military intelligence officer goes beyond traditional Cold War espionage tales to tell the true story of her family--of five women separated by the Iron Curtain for more than forty years, and their miraculous reunion after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Forty Autumns makes visceral the pain and longing of one family forced to live apart in a world divided by two. At twenty, Hanna escaped from East to West Germany. But the price of freedom--leaving behind her parents, eight siblings, and family home--was heartbreaking. Uprooted, Hanna eventually moved to America, where she settled down with her husband and had children of her own. Growing up near Washington, D.C., Hanna's daughter, Nina Willner became the first female Army intelligence officer to lead sensitive intelligence operations in East Berlin at the height of the Cold War. Though only a few miles separated American Nina and her German relatives--grandmother Oma, Aunt Heidi, and cousin, Cordula, a member of the East German Olympic training team--a bitter political war kept them apart. In Forty Autumns, Nina recounts her family's story--five ordinary lives buffeted by circumstances beyond their control. She takes us deep into the tumultuous and terrifying world of East Germany under Communist rule, revealing both the cruel reality her relatives endured and her own experiences as an intelligence officer, running secret operations behind the Berlin Wall that put her life at risk. A personal look at a tenuous era that divided a city and a nation, and continues to haunt us, Forty Autumns is an intimate and beautifully written story of courage, resilience, and love--of five women whose spirits could not be broken, and who fought to preserve what matters most: family."--
Rookie : my public, private, and secret life
"A love letter to the rookie in all of us: Singer-actor Joshua Bassett's fearless memoir in verse about surviving the darkest moments of fame, addiction, and mental health struggles -- and finding hope on the other side. "We're all figuring it out as we go along. Even the 'pros.'" This brutally honest collection reveals what it's like to have your most private moments become public--what really happens when you give a broken teenager the world at his fingertips, then watch him nearly lose everything. "This is, to date, my most vulnerable and terrifying piece of work." From the depths of addiction and suicidal ideation to the hard-won lessons of recovery, Bassett shares his journey with raw vulnerability and courage. Along the way, he discovers that even in our darkest moments, we can choose to keep moving forward. "The only way out of fear is to face it again and again until it loses its grip." More than a memoir, Rookie is a movement celebrating the sacred space between who we've been and who we're becoming. A hopeful roadmap and practical wisdom for anyone learning that your worst moments don't define you, even when the whole world is watching. "I keep waiting for the sea to settle when I need to learn how to surf." For anyone who's ever felt like an outsider, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered if things can get better, this book is for you." --
All that's unseen : an Appalachian memoir
"In her luminous debut, Emilee Hackney offers both a love letter to and a reckoning of the place that made her-a story of losing her faith, finding her way back to her Appalachian home, and discovering what endures"-- Provided by publisher
Mr. Moonlight : Brian Epstein and the making of The Beatles
"There will never be another pop manager like Brian Epstein, the young record retailer from Liverpool behind the 20th century's greatest romance. Having achieved his much-derided aim of making the Beatles "bigger than Elvis," Brian went on to make them bigger than any earthly instrument could measure. Only a handful of years older, he nonetheless referred them as "The Boys," protecting and pampering them like the children he could never hope to have. Brian's achievement in a profession in which he had no experience, and for which no rulebook existed, remains jaw-dropping. A devout classical music fan, he was nonetheless solely responsible for a new genre of pop that was to change its course, and Britain's international image, forever--yet, disgracefully, earn him no public honor nor even thanks. Mr. Moonlight draws on a cache of exclusive interviews with those closest to Brian, including his mother, Queenie, and brother, Clive, to tell the story of this hugely complex, self-contradictory, and ultimately tragic character. This revelatory narrative explores the unplumbed depths of Brian's many trials and tribulations--how he almost lost the Beatles to organized crime, the antisemitism and homophobia he had to face even at the height of his success, his complex relationship with John Lennon that led to their reckless 'Spanish Honeymoon'--and sheds new light on Brian's mysterious, lonely death in the throes of the so-called Summer of Love."--
Every inch a lady : my amazing journey from dear Harlem to haute couture and beyond
"There has never been, nor will there ever be anyone like Audrey Smaltz. Towering six-feet-tall (her superpower) since she was a teenager in Harlem, she has always stood out from the crowd. Smaltz's details her colorful journey as a groundbreaking model, Wall Street broker, department store dynamo, fashion coordinator, commentator, editor, and entrepreneur. With her creative vision and business acumen earning her the support of legendary designers and brands such as Giorgio Armani, Jason Wu, Donna Karan, Victoria's Secret, Calvin Klein, Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Stephen Burrows, and Vera Wang. Reflecting on significant people and moments in her life Smaltz's reveals how she managed to balance life, racism, and the obstacles in her marriage to former WNBA and Olympic silver medalist Gail Marquis. Forthright and contemplative, Every Inch a Lady is a long-overdue life reckoning from a cultural powerhouse and one of the most important style figures in modern times."--
Dirtbag, Massachusetts : a confessional
"Isaac Fitzgerald has lived many lives. He's been an altar boy, a bartender, a fat kid, a smuggler, a biker, a prince of New England. But before all that, he was a bomb that exploded his parents' lives--or so he was told. In Dirtbag, Massachusetts, Fitzgerald, with warmth and humor, recounts his ongoing search for forgiveness, a more far-reaching vision of masculinity, and a more expansive definition of family and self. Fitzgerald's memoir-in-essays begins with a childhood that moves at breakneck speed from safety to violence, recounting an extraordinary pilgrimage through trauma to self-understanding and, ultimately, acceptance. From growing up in a Boston homeless shelter to bartending in San Francisco, from smuggling medical supplies into Burma to his lifelong struggle to make peace with his body, Fitzgerald strives to take control of his own story: one that aims to put aside anger, isolation, and entitlement to embrace the idea that one can be generous to oneself by being generous to others. Gritty and clear-eyed, loud-hearted and beautiful, Dirtbag, Massachusetts is a rollicking book that might also be a lifeline"--Back cover
Rule of lies : my wild ride through chaos, corruption, and murder in Putin's Russia
""There are many books that explain the transformation of Russia by focusing on the politicians, oligarchs, and KGB/FSB spies who run Russia. This isn't one of them. Let me explain how a kid from New York founded a law firm in Moscow, had to flee for his life and ended up in a pissing contest with the Putin regime." An American lawyer's brilliant, propulsive story of witnessing and playing a part in the transformation of Russia under Yeltsin and Putin, a true tale of fascinating personalities, criminal intrigue, harrowing situations, audacious actions and international politics that combines Bill Browder's Red Notice with Michael Lewis's Liar's Poker. Raised by his father, a multimillionaire conman and crack addict who owned Manhattan's most expensive brothel, twenty-four- year-old Jamison Firestone decided to change the channel. He graduated from law school in 1991 and sought his fortune in Gorbachev's USSR establishing Russia's first independent foreign law firm. Out of the frying pan and into the fire, Jamison lived in the maelstrom that was Russia, defending himself and his clients from mafia attacks, dealing with corrupt police officers, having his law office raided by armed commandos, and once having to bug the offices of the Russian police. Jamison was at the center of some of Russia's most important events. He employed Sergei Magnitsky who was murdered for uncovering the largest tax theft in Russian history and teamed up with Bill Browder and Alexei Navalny to expose his killers. Along the way he inadvertently taught Navalny to make videos exposing corruption and started a war with the Russian government over passage of the Magnitsky Acts which threatened to sanction Russia's most powerful people. A real life story that reads like a spy novel, Rule of Lies goes deep inside contemporary Russia and events that have reshaped the globe. Darkly comic, sometimes horrifying and deeply moving, it is a chilling warning of what can happen when a nascent democracy succumbs to one man's corrupt iron rule, becoming not only an authoritarian nation but a profoundly criminal one-a true mafia state"-- Provided by publisher
New Audiovisual
The devil wears Prada 2
"Andy Sachs returns to Runway magazine as the new features editor where she finds her formidable former boss Miranda facing threats to her glossy print empire."--
I swear
The inspiring, extraordinary life story of notable Tourette Syndrome activist, John Davidson - played by BAFTA award winner Robert Aramayo. This emotionally engaging, funny and compelling film charts John Davidson's Tourette's diagnosis at the age of 14 years old. Set within 1980s Britain, the story follows him throughout his troubled teens and early adulthood, and explores this little known and entirely misunderstood condition, along with his attempts to live a 'normal' life against the odds
Is God is
Two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths. The film is Aleshea Harris's directorial debut, and an adaptation of her award-winning play of the same name
Hamilton
"One of the most electrifying musicals of all time is yours to own with this filmed version of the original Broadway production of Hamilton--winner of 11 Tony Awards. It's the story of America then, told by America now--and now, experience this thrilling cultural phenomenon from the best seat in your house."--
Mortal kombat II
"Fan-favorite champions--now backed by Johnny Cage himself--face off in a final, lawless tournament to end the reign of Shao Kahn, a tyrant who threatens the very existence of Earthrealm and its defenders."--
Exit 8
"A man is trapped in an endless subway corridor on his way to find Exit 8. He discovers a set of rules in order to escape: do not overlook anything out of the ordinary; if you discover an anomaly, turn back immediately; if you don't, carry on. A single oversight will send him back to the beginning. Will he ever reach his goal and exit this infinite nightmare?"--
Queen of the ring
An extraordinary, true-life tale that follows Mildred Burke the legendary professional wrestler and single mom who defied incredible odds to become the first million-dollar female athlete and longest reigning champion at a time when the sport was banned across most of America
Rushmore
Max Fischer, a tenth-grader at Rushmore Academy, is involved in too many extra-curricular activities, and, as he tries to avoid getting expelled because of his grades, Max befriends a first-grade teacher, whom he falls in love with, and a melancholy, self-made millionaire
Desert warrior
An honorable and mysterious rogue, known as Hanzala, makes himself an enemy of the Emperor Kisra after he helps a fugitive king and princess in the desert
Nightmare alley
"Darkness lurks behind the bright lights of a traveling carnival in one of the most haunting and perverse film noirs of the 1940s. Adapted from the scandalous best seller by William Lindsay Gresham, Nightmare Alley gave Tyrone Power a chance to subvert his matinee-idol image with a ruthless performance as Stanton Carlisle, a small-time carny whose unctuous charm propels him to fame as a charlatan spiritualist, but whose unchecked ambition leads him down a path of moral degradation and self-destruction. Although its strange, sordid atmosphere shocked contemporary audiences, this long-difficult-to-see reflection of postwar angst has now taken its place as one of the defining noirs of its era--a fatalistic downward slide into existential oblivion"--Container
Michael
Michael is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson's life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit of becoming the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins
Garo: the animation. Season 1 part 1 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
After inheriting the golden armor of Garo, the young Makai Knight León must choose between avenging his mother's death at the hands of Mendoza or protecting his fellow Makai Knights and Alchemists and saving the kingdom
Lee Cronin's The mummy
In Lee Cronin's The Mummy, the young daughter of a journalist disappears without a trace in the desert. Eight years later, the shattered family is stunned when the girl suddenly reappears. But what should have been a joyful reunion quickly spirals into a true nightmare
Dead man's wire
"Dead Man's Wire is the fascinating true story of the 1977 kidnapping that turned aspiring Indianapolis entrepreneur Tony Kiritsis into an eccentric outlaw folk hero."--
The drama
A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails
Danger days the true lives of the Fabulous Killjoys
Future quiet
Fillmore auditorium, San Francisco, CA 07/3/66
The outlaw Cherie Lee & other western tales
Brightside
Ziggy Marley returns with his first studio album in eight years, delivering an introspective and uplifting collection centered on healing, compassion, and perspective. Recorded at 432Hz, the music blends reggae, rock, funk, and blues with his signature warmth and depth. The album features guest appearances from Nikka Costa, Trombone Shorty, Sheila E., and Jake Shimabukuro
Heated rivalry original series soundtrack
Night blooms
Analogue
Tree City 3
Wildest dreams
The spirit of Rory live from Cork
Seventh star
A light that waits
Daughter from hell
Coco
The right to exist inside Camp Resolution and the housing crisis
The documentary explores the homelessness crisis in Sacramento, through personal stories and analysis. It follows Camp Resolution, the self-governed, woman-run homeless encampment whose struggle for continued existence garnered national attention
She dances
On the road to her final dance competition, Claire and her estranged father Jason are given an unexpected opportunity to reconnect. As pressure mounts and Jason is thrust into the colorful and chaotic world of competitive dance, can they shake off old tensions and move forward together?
Medicine, recreation, and the long history of cannabis
Medicine, Recreation, and the Long History of Cannabis recounts the global history of marijuana in 12 lectures led by expert Emily Dufton. Trace cannabis' journey from the mountains of Southeast Asia to the hemp plantations of colonial Virginia. Grapple with America's hot and cold relationship with cannabis as a drug as society oscillated wildly from criminalization to legalization
Marketa Lazarová
This stirring and poetic depiction of a feud between two rival medieval clans is a fierce, epic, and meticulously designed evocation of the clashes between Christianity and Pagansim, humankind and nature, and love and violence
Aurora Teagarden mysteries. A lesson in murder
When a student from Aurora's true crime literature class is found murdered outside the diner where she works, Aurora takes it upon herself to figure out the real culprit
Jeff Novick's fast food. 2, Burgers & fries
"In this essential DVD, nutritionist and chef Jeff Novick teaches how to make scrumptious burgers and fries, ala Fast Food, in his own exuberant style and demonstrates how anyone can create a healthy, low cost, delicious and easy meal in under 10 minutes"--Container
The devil wears Prada 2
"Andy Sachs returns to Runway magazine as the new features editor where she finds her formidable former boss Miranda facing threats to her glossy print empire."--
Omaha
A father conceals the truth about his family's seemingly spontaneous road trip across the American West. A poignant, coming-of-age drama
The great villains of history
The Great Villains of History takes you into the riveting world of charisma and crime, evil and opportunity, ambition and bloodshed. Taught by esteemed Dr. Richard B. Spence, Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, these 24 lectures tell the stories of more than 70 villains across history, exploring what their choices reveal about the darkest corners of the human heart
The Jane mysteries. A deadly prescription
Jane seeks justice for a teenager who's wrongfully imprisoned for murder. She and Detective John work together to prove the teen's innocence and help reunite him with his mother
Hokum
When novelist Ohm Bauman retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents' ashes, he is consumed by tales of a witch haunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance forces him to confront dark corners of his past
Calle Málaga Malaga Street
Maria Angeles, a 79-year-old Spanish woman, lives alone in tangier, Morocco, and enjoys her daily routine. However, her life is turned upside down when her daughter arrives from Madrid to sell the apartment in which she has always lived. Determined to stay, she does everything she can to get her home and her belongings back and, unexpectedly, rediscovers love and sensuality
State of consciousness
After being charged with murder, the accused killer is forced to take an experimental drug that causes a huge memory gap. His recollections turn his already tumultuous life upside down
Redux redux
"In an attempt to avenge her daughter's death, Irene Kelly travels through parallel universes, killing her daughter's murderer over and over again. She grows addicted to the revenge streak, putting her own humanity in jeopardy."--Disc container
Baz Luhrmann's Epic Elvis Presley in concert
Elvis Presley tells his own story through candid conversations, dazzling performance footage and unearthed archival film. Visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann presents a riveting cinematic portrait of the greatest performer of all time
Halo campaign evolved [XBOX Series X]
"After crash landing on a mysterious ringworld known as Halo, the Master Chief must help survivors rally against the overwhelming forces of the Covenant, an alien alliance bent on humanity's annihilation. Alongside his AI companion Cortana, he uncovers Halo's dark secrets and fights to prevent the destruction of all life in the galaxy. ... The original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign, rebuilt with all new cinematics ... Join the Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson in a brand new story arc featuring new environments, gameplay and enemies"--Container insert
Assassin's creed, black flag: resynced [XBOX Series X]
"The iconic solo pirate adventure returns. Sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway during the Golden Age of Piracy in this faithfully enhanced remake featuring stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content"--Publisher's description
Assassin's creed, black flag: resynced [PS5]
"The iconic solo pirate adventure returns. Sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway during the Golden Age of Piracy in this faithfully enhanced remake featuring stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content"--Publisher's description
MOUSE: P.I. for hire [PS5]
"Welcome to Mouseburg, a city of secrets. Join private investigator Jack Pepper on a guns blazing, jazz-fueled adventure ... [combining] the charm of hand-drawn rubber hose animation inspired by the classic cartoons of the 1930's with the adrenaline and action of an explosive first person shooter"--Container
Five nights at Freddy's. Secret of the mimic [Switch]
"Enter the abandoned workshop of Murray's Costume Manor and unravel the mystery left behind by the reclusive inventor, Edwin Murray. In Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic, you'll step into a world where every dark corner holds a secret and every flicker of light hints at an ever-present threat. The Mimic, a prototype endoskeleton, can adapt to any costume and become any character, including what you fear most. Armed with only your wits, a few gadgets, and a heavily redacted corporate briefing, you'll attempt to retrieve Fazbear's prized prototype technology while grappling with cryptic clues and a relentless shadow determined to dispatch all unwanted company. Prepare for heart-pounding thrills as you explore the labyrinth of the deserted Costume Manor, discovering remnants of Edwin's unfinished work and eluding the monster he's created. Experience Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic, and survive the mystery and madness. Disclaimer: Fazbear Entertainment is not responsible for whatever you awaken in the dark."--Amazon
College football 27 [PS5]
"Step into the modern era of college football, where personal ambition meets program pride. Balance expectations, identity, and everything Saturday demands while immersed in traditions and pageantry of game day."--from Steam.com
Cyberpunk 2077 [Switch 2]
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour, and body modification. Play as V, a cyberpunk mercenary, and take on the most powerful forces of the city in a fight for glory and survival. In the Ultimate Edition, experience the original Cyberpunk 2077 story as well as the acclaimed spy-thriller adventure in the Phantom Liberty expansion -- a high-stakes tale of espionage set in the deadly district of Dogtown. Legends are made here. What will yours be?
UFC 6 [XBOX Series X]
Goat simulator. 3 [Switch]
"Gather your herd and venture forth into Goat Simulator 3 - an all-new, totally realistic, sandbox farmyard experience that puts you back in the hooves of no one's favourite female protagonist. That's right - Pilgor is back, and this time is joined by other goats too. You can invite a friend in local or online co-op, create carnage as a team, or compete in mini-games and then not be friends anymore. Get ready for another round of udder mayhem. Lick, headbutt and ruin your way through a brand new open world in the biggest waste of your time since Goat Simulator! Goat Simulator 3 won't tell you how to play (except in the tutorial), but merely provide the means to be the goat of your dreams. "--Amazon
MOUSE : P.I. for hire [Switch 2]
"Welcome to Mouseburg, a city of secrets. Join private investigator Jack Pepper on a guns blazing, jazz-fueled adventure in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire combines the charm of hand-drawn rubber hose animation inspired by the classic cartoons of the 1930's with the adrenaline and action of an explosive first person shooter"--
Halo campaign evolved [PS5]
"After crash landing on a mysterious ringworld known as Halo, the Master Chief must help survivors rally against the overwhelming forces of the Covenant, an alien alliance bent on humanity's annihilation. Alongside his AI companion Cortana, he uncovers Halo's dark secrets and fights to prevent the destruction of all life in the galaxy. ... The original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign, rebuilt with all new cinematics ... Join the Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson in a brand new story arc featuring new environments, gameplay and enemies"--Container insert
UFC 6 [PS5]
Cyberpunk 2077 [XBOX Series X]
"Your legend starts here. Experience all Night City has to offer. Play the original story of the open-world action RPG Cyberpunk 2077 as well as a new spy-thriller adventure in the Phantom Liberty expansion, a high-stakes tale of espionage set in the deadly district of Dogtown."--Container
Beast of reincarnation [PS5]
"Japan: Year 4026. A one-person, one-dog action RPG. ... a fusion of real-time and turn-based combat"--Container
Helpless
It's been twelve years since Faye Heron broke Henry Spalding's heart. Henry was her college boyfriend, her first intense love, but Faye was in danger of being subsumed by him. Now, Faye is one half of a power-producing duo with her Hollywood husband. Henry is a married father running the family business. Both of their lives have essentially gone to plan. When a former and 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 suggests they go back to the hotel for a drink. The kind who drugs and kidnaps her
Getting away with murder
"Jill and Ted adore their New York brownstone the way others adore their children. They have carefully, expensively, made every inch of it their own. It reflects who they are, their status and tastes. With the grand mahogany staircase and state-of-the-art kitchen, it is the stuff of glossy magazines and real-estate dreams. It is their sanctuary. So when Ted's inheritance runs out and he makes a bad investment, they panic. How can they protect their beloved home and enviable lifestyle? The answer is obvious. Or at least, it is obvious to Jill and Ted. The death of one wealthy family member--from whom they stand to inherit millions--could solve all their problems. Together, they will get away with murder. As long as they trust each other. As long as neither makes a mistake. As long as there are no surprises ... "-- Provided by publisher
Ransom
Master novelist Daniel Silva returns with another blockbuster thriller, a powerhouse novel showcasing his superb skill and brilliant imagination that is a must read for both his multitudes of fans and growing legions of converts
Whalefall
Jay Gardiner has given himself a fool's errand, to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Monastery Beach. He knows it's a long shot, but Jay feels it's the only way for him to lift the weight of guilt he has carried since his dad's death by suicide the previous year. The dive begins well enough, but the sudden appearance of a giant squid puts Jay in very real jeopardy, made infinitely worse by the arrival of a sperm whale looking to feed. Suddenly, Jay is caught in the squid's tenacles and drawn into the whale's mouth where he is pulled into the first of its four stomachs. He quickly realizes he has only one hour before his oxygen tanks run out, one hour to defeat his demons and escape the belly of a whale
Becoming Madam Secretary
Raised on tales of her revolutionary ancestors, Frances Perkins arrives in New York City at the turn of the century, armed with her trusty parasol and an unyielding determination to make a difference. When Frances meets a young lawyer named Franklin Delano Roosevelt at a tea dance, sparks fly in all the wrong directions. Neither knows it yet, but over the next twenty years, they will form a historic partnership that will carry them both to the White House. When vicious political attacks mount and personal tragedies threaten to derail her ambitions, she must decide what she's willing to do, and what she's willing to sacrifice, to save a nation
Animal farm [Blu-ray + DVD combo] a cautionary tail
When the animals of Manor Farm rise up against their cruel master, they dare to dream of a world built on equality, freedom, and justice for all. But as the pig Napoleon vies for control, and the silver-0tongued Squealer rewrites history with every lie, the revolution's promise begins to rot from te inside. Young Lucky watches helplessly as the farm he believed in transforms into something unrecognizable. --
Baby Einstein farm explorers. Season 1
Blending music, storytelling, and discovery with early STEAM concepts, each episode turns everyday farm moments into fun, curiosity-driven learning adventures for little explorers
Pets on a train
When a crew of animal bandits embark on a routine swindle, they find themselves in the middle of a high-tech, professional train heist. It's up to Falcon, a petty thief and high-flying raccoon and Rex, a righteous police-dog, to save the animals stuck on this high-speed runway train
Arco
Arco is a boy from a distant future who accidentally travels back in time and discovers a world in peril. As Arco becomes friends with a girl named Iris, they set out on a quest to get Arco home
Sleeping Beauty
Fall under the glorious spell of Disney's Ultimate Princess Fairy Tale! Pageantry and power spin together as Maleficent, one of imagination's most spectacular villains, sends the kingdom's beloved Princess Aurora into an enchanted sleep. In a grand legend that transcends time, Good Fairies arm brave Prince Phillip to defeat a fearsome fire-breathing dragon and rescue Aurora. But success in battle may not be enough, for the only way to awaken the Princess is with True Love's kiss!
Animal farm a cautionary tail
The farm animals' movement for equality is systematically corrupted. As the pigs consolidate control, truth is erased, dissent is crushed, and the farm descends into a ruthless dictatorship. As the revolution's promise begins to rot from the inside, the animals fulfill Orwell's warning about what happens when societies stray from communism
Rhythm heaven groove [Switch]
"Time your button presses to the beat across a splashy collection of games that will challenge your rhythm. Catch flying veggies, bounce fruit off your biceps, swing sledgehammers, and more. Feast your ears on catchy original music while you focus, including tracks by renowned Japanese musician Tsunku" --
Monopoly Star Wars heroes vs. villains [PS5]
Play as characters from the Star Wars saga and experience notable moments from the movies with a Monopoly twist
Balatro [PS5]
"Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos"--Container
Nickelodeon extreme tennis next! [Switch]
"Hit the tennis court for some fast-paced arcade action as your favorite Nickelodeon all-star! Customize SpongeBob and more legendary characters, then enjoy couch co-op matches!"--
Nickelodeon extreme tennis next! [XBOX Series X]
"Hit the tennis court for some fast-paced arcade action as your favorite Nickelodeon all-star! Customize SpongeBob and more legendary characters, then enjoy couch co-op matches!"--
Monopoly Star Wars heroes vs. villains [Switch]
Play as characters from the Star Wars saga and experience notable moments from the movies with a Monopoly twist
Monopoly Star Wars heroes vs. villains [Switch 2]
Play as characters from the Star Wars saga and experience notable moments from the movies with a Monopoly twist
LEGO Batman [PS5] legacy of the dark knight
Become the Dark Knight and battle Gotham City's most infamous DC Super-Villains in an open-world action-adventure from TT Games
Splatoon raiders [Switch 2]
"In this single-player-focused game, play as a mechanic working with Deep Cut--a trio of swashbuckling musicians--and venture out into the mysterious Spirhalite Islands! Customize your character, kit yourself out with mechanical gadgets and ink-splattering weapons, and take on waves of enemy Salmonids as you raid the islands for treasure." --
Star Fox [Switch 2]
"Come in, Star Fox! Lead your team of mercenaries across space to defeat evil. Put your fighter-pilot skills to the test. Your choices and actions shape the story ... 2P co-op: fly with a friend and use mouse targeting"--Container
Nickelodeon extreme tennis next! [PS5]
"Hit the tennis court for some fast-paced arcade action as your favorite Nickelodeon all-star! Customize SpongeBob and more legendary characters, then enjoy couch co-op matches!"--
College football 27 [XBOX Series X]
"Step into the modern era of college football, where personal ambition meets program pride. Balance expectations, identity, and everything Saturday demands while immersed in traditions and pageantry of game day."--from Steam.com
LEGO Batman [XBOX Series X] legacy of the dark knight
Become the Dark Knight and battle Gotham City's most infamous DC Super-Villains in an open-world action-adventure from TT Games
New Books for Teens
Capitana
"Ximena Reale has spent most of her life training at La Academia to join the Cazadores, seafaring hunters who track down pirates. But her future is uncertain, thanks to her parents' questionable reputation. They were traitorous pirates, and though they were executed when Ximena and her sister were young, they permanently damaged the Reale name in the eyes of the Luzan Empire. Ability alone won't make Ximena a Cazadoro--or earn her the coveted Cazadoro cloak. So, when the legendary pirate Gasparilla returns and captures the Empire's queen, Ximena offers to bring back the queen and the notorious pirate in exchange for a cloak. But there's a catch: only one cloak is available, and Ximena's competition is Dante, an infuriating yet handsome classmate with mysterious motives"--
Black Point
"Lucia Sorenson holds on hard to the things she loves. Her tiny hometown clings to the bluffs above the Mississippi River, threatened by weather and time. Unlike most people her age, Lucia plans to stay after graduation and help her grandfather run the Viking Museum of Black Point. Maybe then she can keep everything her ancestors built from washing away. When the Black Point Hotel, a supposedly haunted local landmark, is bought by an outsider, the town is shaken--and for Lucia, fresh changes arrive in the form of the owner's nephew, Max. As Lucia gets to know Max, she begins to question her role in the town's rituals and to see the place, and herself, with new eyes. But the town is flooding, and old secrets are rising to the surface. Soon Lucia will have to choose between the home she thought she knew and the hideous truths hidden underneath."--
Case closed. 99
Our wicked gifts
When members of the sinister magical Winter family begin dying one by one, nineteen-year-old Cicely, the black sheep of the family, must uncover the killer while choosing between family loyalty, forbidden love, and the dark power her family gained from a deal with the devil
13 little love stories : an anthology inspired by Taylor Swift songs
A collection by young adult authors of contemporary romances inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift
Witch's inheritance
Home is where the monsters are... Edie Birch needs an escape from her crumbling life. When a death in the family leaves Edie the inheritor of a strange, towering house in the small town of Hart Creek, she doesn't look back. While she tries to connect with her estranged aunt and learn more about her mysterious family history, she uncovers a shocking truth: She comes from a long line of witches. The heir to her grandmother's powers, Edie is Hart Creek's only hope to keep away the beasts lurking at the forest's edge. As she struggles to master her magic, she'll enlist the help of local folklore nerd Leander and discovers secrets that will leave her questioning who the true monsters are . .
Armor for liars
In order to find her mother's killer, teenage Clem enrolls in an all boys university and infiltrates a secret society of enchanters who have the power to harness dead women's spirits to fuel their dark magic
How to lose yourself completely
After his brother's death, Case struggles with crippling anxiety and decides to attend adventure therapy, where he and four other teens embark on a life-changing journey through the woods
Float. 2
"Amidst the chaos of her parents' bitter divorce, Alaskan teenager Waverly Lyons trades in her textbooks and parka for a summer of suntans and short-shorts with her aunt in Florida. After a few weeks of dipping her toes into these new waters, she's actually starting to feel like she's found her people. And now that she's taken a few swimming lessons with Blake -- the super-tan, super-hot, super-arrogant lifeguard next door -- their relationship starts to turn into a romantic one. What will Waverly do with summer almost at an end? And what tragic events of his past led Blake to want to teach her?"--Amazon
Rainsong
In a small coastal town haunted by unsolved disappearances, seventeen-year-old Zayn, gifted with a secret ability to heal, finds herself in the middle of a generations-old feud as she unravels a deadly mystery before she becomes the next victim
Lovestuck
"Of all her sisters, only Riya inherited the full powers of their peri ancestor, a fey creature specializing in emotion magic...especially the sacred power of love. Riya has never been interested in love--much to the disappointment of her best friend, Mel, who really, really wants Riya to get Mel and her crush together before senior year's over. The only thing Riya cares about, truthfully, is forgetting the last, disastrous time she used her powers. So, when Mel finally convinces her to give her crush a tiny push, she's horrified when the peri magic lashes out of control yet again. Instead of a casual love spell, she's placed an accidental love curse on the school bad boy, Kian Kho. Riya doesn't like Kian one bit--but if the curse isn't reversed by the next full moon, his unrequited love could leave him literally heartbroken. As the letters, public declarations, flowers, and songs pile up, there's only one way out: master her peri magic and break the curse--before they're both love-stuck forever." --
Devils we know
Three queer teens make a bargain with death in order to save one of their own, as they sail the seas on the run from a secret society pursuing Cas's prophetic powers
Royal vengeance
"Evangeline Bright has only one shot to prove she isn't a traitor: find the real mastermind behind the plot that almost killed her father, the King of England. With the help of Kit, her steadfast boyfriend, Evan must find a way to outsmart the real threat to the throne no matter the cost, because the deadliest enemy the monarchy has faced in over a century is back with a vicious vengeance"--Flap page 1 of dust jacket
Kingdom of waves
Gin and Eban, leaders from two bands of Ophiri thieves, become unlikely allies during a heist as they search for a powerful relic capable of restoring the Ophir's magic, potentially changing the fate of their oppressed people forever
Coming out perfect
From Ignatz-nominated cartoonist Richard Mercado comes a refreshingly honest and moving YA graphic novel perfect for fans of queer coming-of-age stories like Heartstopper. When Kevin's parents ignore his attempts to come out of the closet, he devises a plan to become more like Raymond, the popular gay kid at his high school. After all, if Kevin can do everything perfectly, too, then people will have to pay attention to him. But life under Raymond's wing isn't easy: a dress code, new things Kevin can and can't do, and even abandoning his old "uncool" friends. Perfection comes at a cost, and Kevin must decide whether it's worth the sacrifice
The 7 habits of highly effective teens : a graphic novel
Imagine you had a road map--a step-by-step guide to help you get from where you are now, to where you want to be in the future. Your goals, your dreams, your plans...they're all within reach. You just need the tools to help you get there. That's what Sean Covey's landmark book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, has been to millions of teens: a handbook to self-esteem and success. Now updated for the digital age, this classic book applies the timeless principles of 7 Habits to the tough issues and life-changing decisions teens face. Covey provides a simple approach to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, and appreciate their parents, as well as tackle the new challenges of our time, like cyberbullying and social media. In addition, this book is stuffed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world. Endorsed by high-achievers such as former 49ers quarterback Steve Young and 28-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens has become the last word on surviving and thriving as a teen
Honor
A work of narrative nonfiction for young adults told through the perspectives of a Ukrainian teenager in the early 2010s and a Jewish boy in hiding during World War II. After discovering a box of Holocaust-era letters, Nataliia uncovers her family's connection to the past and explores themes of memory, identity, resilience, and moral courage. Based on a true story
Rebellious : the story of Keith Haring in 12 pictures
"As an artist and activist, one theme remained a constant throughout Keith Haring's life: rebellion. In this first ever young adult biography, acclaimed civil rights author Michael G. Long examines Haring's upbringing and career through this lens: dressing in drag in his conservative small hometown; hosting queer people and people of color at high-art gallery openings; refusing to use mediums and art styles that his professors required; coming out as a gay man and exploring his sexual experiences through his art; drawing guerilla-style on the New York subway; painting in protest of nuclear weaponry, police brutality, racism, the spread of crack cocaine, and, most famously, the AIDS epidemic. With each chapter anchored by an iconic work of Haring's art, Rebellious is a pacy, energetic, and accessible look at Keith Haring's unconventional life and how his paintings shaped and reflected the world around him-and how they still resonate today"-- Provided by publisher
Game plan : level up your mindset. own your future.
"In this work, Jake Humphrey and The High Performance team build a blueprint for unlocking young excellence, by using all their experience of interviewing some of the most successful people on the planet. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, aspiring sports star, or simply want to get the most out of a normal school day, 'Game Plan' has you covered. Learn how to set goals, make tricky decisions, handle pressure, and clear obstacles, while fighting off self-doubt, anxiety, and imposter syndrome."--
Queer and how we got here : a (personal) history
"Queer and How We Got Here weaves queer history with personal narrative to paint a nuanced and poignant picture of gender expression and queer experience in today's world"-- Provided by publisher
Charity and Sylvia
The (mostly) true story of Charity Bryant and Sylvia Drake, two women who met and fell in love in Vermont in 1807 when Charity moved to Weybridge from Massachusetts. Being openly gay isn't easy in early America, but the two immediately connect and spend the next 44 years together, building a life in spite of the odds, as a lesbian couple in small town Vermont
Komi can't communicate : making friends and not scaring people
Learn to make friends and stop scaring people away with this clever book inspired by the hit manga Komi Can't Communicate. Do you find it hard to speak to people? Know anyone who blushes, stammers, or sweats whenever someone looks at them? Or perhaps you'd like to learn new ways to make friends and navigate social situations? If so, this fun and informational guide is the perfect book for you! In the manga Komi Can't Communicate, Komi attempts to overcome her social anxiety with the help of her very first friend, Tadano. This full-color book collects snippets of the practical advice, tips, and tricks Komi accumulates along the way, providing fun and useful pointers on meeting people, having conversations, and truly connecting so friendships can grow
Spacewalking with you. 3
While Kobayashi wasn't quite able to ace all his final exams as he'd hoped, at least he won't have to spend his whole summer taking make-up classes. With this heavy burden now lifted, Kobayashi is free to join Uno and the Astronomy Club on a trip to the planetarium. Uno's more excited than anyone, but what should be a fun day out soon threatens to overwhelm him as one thing after another goes awry..
Gachiakuta. 11
"The Cleaners have stopped the Raiders for now, and Rudo has madesome progress towards his ultimate goal. But after learning what the Raiders are really after...it seems like the battle may just be beginning. Not only will the Raiders likely return, but now the guardians who maintain justice on the ground, the enforcers known as the Hell Guard, have come knocking..."--
Skip and loafer. 12
"After an unforgettable class trip, the gang shifts their attention to the upcoming school festival. It's their second year in high school, and their last chance to get elbow-deep in the festivities--and no one wants to leave with a single regret! Mitsumi is overjoyed that her family will be attending, while Sousuke faces himself on the stage. Somehow, these two might be overcoming the gap between them...Aware that they have precious little time left as high schoolers, Mitsumi and Sousuke fulfill a promise from long ago."--
Blue box. 21, Let's play basketball
"Taiki Inomata loves badminton, but he has a long way to go before he can reach nationals. When Taiki sees upperclassman Chinatsu Kano practicing her heart out on the girls' basketball team, he falls for her hard. After an unexpected turn of events brings the two closer together, sports might not be the first thing on their minds anymore! Thanks to Chinatsu and her elevated game, Eimei High holds a steady lead over Saisho High as they enter the fourth quarter of the qualifier finals. But Yumeka returns to the court with a fire lit under her. Can Chinatsu finally defeat the precious childhood friend who inspired her to play basketball? Or will she come up short again?"--Page 1 of cover
Record journey. 1
A record shop nestled in a quiet Tokyo neighborhood, a pirate radio ship battling the waves of the ocean, a globally-renowned band on tour, bootleggers under an oppressive regime. All these stories that involve individuals moving the needle, are connected by vinyl and the power of music
Noragami, stray god. 19
"Trial by pledge. With Bishamon badly injured and Yato and Yukiné arrested by the Heavens, Tenjin has invoked their very last hope: a Trial by Pledge. If the plan works, Amaterasu will pardon all perceived wrongdoings, but the stakes are high. Three gods must pledge the lives of their most trusted shinki. The score is tied when Daikoku volunteers himself as a sacrifice..."--Page [4] of cover
Blue lock. 32
WHAT IS A GENIUS? In the final match between Germany and France, Rin Itoshi had another awakening and tied the score with an incredible goal. Sensing the rapid change unfolding on the field, Loki decides to enter the fray, prompting Noa to join in as well. With both masters in play, Isagi must analyze a way to break out of this deadlock and score... The end draws near, and the world-changing goal is just around the corner!
Case closed. 99
Noragami, stray god. 18
"Now that Yato has defeated Takemikazuchi, he must protect Bishamon long enough for the thunder god to convince the Heavens to call off their punishment. Meanwhile, Yukin. strives to keep Yato and the crafter alive to ensure Yato's safety, but when Bishamon takes deadly aim at Kōto, Yukin. resorts to drastic measures ..."--Back cover
Akira failing in love. 3
A chaotic comedy of high school courtship between an awkward girl and a dorky boy too dense to realize they are already in love with each other. Akira returns to the countryside for high school with a foolproof plan to win the heart of her childhood crush, Hajime. Too bad they're both fools in love! The aftermath of Akira and Hajime's first (accidental) kiss kicks off a storm of self-recrimination, apologies, and denial. Will one or both of the would-be lovers ever reach the stage of acceptance? Then, Hajime joins the track-and-field team in hopes of winning tickets to an amusement park so he can invite Akira on a date, but his training sessions lead to jealousy. Finally, Hajime goes to Akira's home for the first time and meets her mother. Will she approve of him...?
Akira failing in love. 1
"A match made in awkwardness. Akira returns to the countryside for high school with a foolproof scheme to win the heart of her childhood crush, Hajime. Too bad they're both fools in love! Highlights of Akira's carefully orchestrated strategy to court Hajime include covering his eyes with her hands, tricking him into saying her name, and making his heart race. But she might have better luck impressing him with her academic and athletic efforts. Or not. Because he's too dense to figure out she likes him. And she's too dense to figure out he likes her back!"--
Spy x Family : the official guide--eyes only
"The intimate secrets of the Forger family are revealed in this ultimate behind-the-scenes guide! Packed with character details, never-before-seen illustrations, in-depth interviews with creator Tatsuya Endo, and much more, this is a must-have for fans and collectors alike. Includes behind-the-scenes details covering the first nine volumes of the hit manga, as well as tribute illustrations from 16 artists, including Hajime Isayama (Attack on Titan), Yuji Kaku (Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku), and Kazue Kato (Blue Exorcist)!"--
Akira failing in love. 2
"Akira returns to the countryside for high school with a foolproof plan to win the heart of her childhood crush, Hajime. Too bad they're both fools in love! Akira woos Hajime by sharing a homemade muffin, asking him to teach her how to ride a bike, and relentlessly rehearsing her script for how to converse with him. Hajime woos Akira by getting her contact info, asking her out to the summer festival, and...defending her from a swarm of kitty cats?! In the end, will a romantic firework display do the trick...?"--Back cover
One piece. 112, The harley
It's a happy reunion in Elbaph as Robin and Saul are finally together again! But while the Straw Hats celebrate and begin exploring their mysterious new surroundings, something evil may have just snuck in as well..
Noragami, stray god. 20
"Yato has promised Hiyori that he's going to confront his father, and now there's no turning back. The first thing he'll need is a shinki powerful enough to take the crafter down, but vessels that can survive an attack from Chiki aren't easy to come by. As he contemplates his options, he realizes an even bigger problem: now that Bishamon knows what the crafter looks like, her life is in grave danger ..."--
New Books for Kids
Girl from the ashes
"Gianna and Carter John are best friends, but they couldn't be more different. Gianna is small for her age, gets straight A's, and is the teacher's favorite. Meanwhile, Carter John gets in trouble no matter what he does, just because he's tall and his voice is loud. Then one day while working on a class project in the town library, Carter John gets in trouble yet again and reaches his breaking point. As his anger builds, a stack of books flies off the shelf, hitting the librarian. Now everywhere he goes, strange things are happening. The smell of smoke hangs in the air. Sparks fly when Carter John gets in trouble. And he hears the voice of a young girl singing a song . . . a song about burning . . . When fires start breaking out around town, Carter John and Gianna are determined to figure out who's responsible. They are certain that these are no normal fires . . . Something terrible once happened where the town library now stands, and someone's trying to send them a message about it. But who is she--and why is she determined to get revenge? From the author of The Forgotten Girl and The Girl in the Lake, this is both a bonechilling ghost story, and a book about the history of segregated libraries."--
A sweet secret!
"What fairy doesn't enjoy a celebration? When Lily, Sky, and Jasmine see Willow and her grandmother making cupcakes one day, Lily comes up with a festive idea for her mother's birthday. Why not ask Willow if she can help Lily and her fairy friends bake a delicious treat for her mother's special day? It will be risky to sneak into Willow and her grandma's kitchen, but aren't all surprises worth taking a chance?"--Page [4] of cover
The song of tomorrow
"The girls of AURA, K-Pop Academy's rising stars, are on the verge of going pro and signing with a major record label. But when a control freak from another dimensions known as The Conductor starts messing with their music and trying to break them on stage, their future is suddenly anything but certain. To make their debut and live their dreams, AURA must find a new rhythm and write their own song, all while dodging demon attacks, being tempted to go solo, and facing off with the ghosts of K-pop groups past. If they fail, their existence and their music will be erased from fans' memories, and K-pop itself could disappear forever."--Provided by publisher
Sawyer Lee and the quest to just stay home
Chronically unmotivated eleven-year-old Sawyer Lee is reluctantly swept into an adventure and mystery surrounding the town's annual gourd festival, forcing him to choose between preserving his couch-bound lifestyle and getting involved
Camp Zero
When eleven-year-old gamer Sofia is dropped off at Camp Forestjaw, a creepy summer camp that begins to resemble her favorite computer game, Sandbox, she must do everything she can to survive a real-life game of elimination
Framed in Paris!
When siblings Betsy and Bones travel to Paris, Betsy's carefully planned visit is upended after they accidentally help steal the Mona Lisa, sending them on a thrilling adventure to catch the thief and clear their names before saying adieu to the City of Light
Sneaks
Twelve-year-old Valory, who has a history of stealing and getting in trouble, and Rook Sagara, a child prodigy who fears leaving his house alone, set out to unravel the mystery of a neighbors' suspicious behavior
Remember me, Daphne
Timid sixth-grader Flora befriends Mac, her charismatic new neighbor, but as eerie events unfold in the old house across the street, she begins to suspect that her new friend's family is hiding a chilling secret
Hot dog days
Torn between playing with Hank, adventuring with Darla and Mitts, and swimming with Bo, Scrapper tries to find a way to play with all his friends at once
Tech week
In this sequel to Setting the Stage, there's one week left until opening night of "Curie: The Musical", and nothing is going right backstage. The set has collapsed, the crew's headsets don't work, and Ella, the stage manager, just quit in a fury. The cast and crew are playing pranks on each other, and Willow, the soundboard operator, is working on a scheme that will turn the feud into all-out war! Levi, the tech lead, and Rosa, the star of the show, are caught in the middle. Can they unite the cast and crew in time to actually rehearse? Or will the chaos force them to take sides and destroy their showmance? The teachers call it "tech week." The kids call it "hell week." Whatever you call it, this is the week that the drama of drama club gets real
Captain Underpants and the attack of the talking toilets
Principal Krupp once again turns into the superhero Captain Underpants in order to save the world, and Jerome Horwitz Elementary School, from the evil talking toilets and the Turbo Toilet 2000
Orphanland
"Will dark secrets from a small town's past help orphans of the opioid crisis build a brighter future? Eleven-year-old Willa Johnson has been living at the Southern Ohio Children's Home ever since her mother died from a drug overdose. The old mansion provides a safe haven in her rural town for orphans affected by the opioid epidemic, and Willa hopes never to leave-she loves learning, her daily responsibilities, and especially the facility's director, Mercy. But the overburdened home is teetering on the edge of financial ruin, as Mercy struggles to make ends meet. The newest resident of the home is Kacey, a nonbinary teen who's been kicked out by parents who reject their identity. When Willa and Kacey discover a hidden set of diaries written by Mercy's dead aunt, they unintentionally dig up a dark history that will forever change the kids' future-for better or worse. With Willa as the unforgettable ringleader, Orphanland is a hopeful coming-of-age mystery set against the backdrop of the opioid crisis, exploring themes of loss, privilege, social justice, and resilience. Containing plenty of mischief alongside tragedy and hope"--
Lightmare
Still grieving and in hiding, Fiora and her Inc, the Thistles, plan to fight back against the sorcerer, but a shocking revelation and a teammate's devastating choice forces the team to confront fractured loyalties and the blurry line between good and evil
Screech school
When a horde of giant vampire birds that are after blood attack from above, Angelo and his friends must save their school--and the big dance--from these fearsome flying creatures that are unlike anything they've ever encountered
Maggie the Dread
"When Sebastian accidentally releases a long-imprisoned vampire-goddess after a rough day at school, he sets off a chain of events that will result in the destruction of reality as he knows it, unless he can find a way to stop it"-- Provided by publisher
Where in the world can I see?
Want to know where you can see sharks, shooting stars, dinosaur fossils, giant waterfalls, and rockets taking off? This epic guide will show you some of the most amazing places, creatures and experiences on the planet, all linked together through awesome maps, photographs, and ingenious illustrations
Terrifying true tales : haunting histories, creepy cryptids, and scary stories from around the world
"In these pages, you'll find TRUE stories to make your spine tingle -- if you dare. Read about a vampire panic in New England that had regular townspeople digging up graves. A hair-raising account of an ill-fated expedition to Antarctica -- and the ghosts it (reportedly) left behind. Plus, UFO sightings from the Middle Ages and the modern ages, mummies, Bigfoot legends, and an island teeming with thousands of snakes. There's something for every fan of the strange, scary, and mysterious things in our world."--Page [4] of cover
China : delve into the diverse habitats, fascinating ancient history, and rich culture of China
Delve into the diverse habitats, fascinating ancient history, and rich culture of China. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching China country profile book tailored for primary pupils. This captivating title, aligned with curriculum standards, invites young readers to explore the wonders of this country. Designed for budding minds, this book features vibrant visuals and age-appropriate content, creating an immersive learning experience. The inclusion of interactive elements enhances reading comprehension, making complex information accessible and engaging for young learners. DK Super World goes beyond traditional topic books by incorporating exciting facts, captivating stories, and interactive maps, fostering a love for discovery. Ignite the curiosity of young learners as they delve into the richness of our world, one country at a time. Make learning an adventure with DK Super World, where education meets excitement on every page
How to draw kawaii manga. Chibi : big emotions!
Have you ever wanted to draw the cutest chibi characters? Now you can with How to Draw Kawaii Manga Chibi! In this fun and interactive guide, renowned manga artist and educator Misako Rocks! teaches young artists how to transform their favorite manga figures into adorable chibi versions with oversized heads, big eyes, and expressive emotions. Chibi characters bring personality and energy to any manga drawing, and with Misako's expert guidance, kids will learn how to create their own chibi-style characters step by step. Each lesson is broken down into easy-to-follow steps, making drawing fun and stress-free for beginners. Plus, QR codes throughout the book link to exclusive video tutorials, allowing young artists to watch and learn from Misako in real time!
Home life during the American Revolution : seeing history from all sides
"While the American Revolution was fought on the battlefields, the war hit home as well. And depending on who you were, it could affect your life in different ways. Readers can step into the shoes of patriots, loyalists, people who were enslaved, different Indigenous peoples, and more, examining how different people experienced the American Revolution on the home front"--
The (unofficial) history of Minecraft
"Go behind the scenes to the making of Minecraft in this Unofficial Guide. With more than 200 million monthly players around the world, Minecraft is still one of the most popular video games of all time. Its unique design encourages players to use their creativity and problem solving skills to build entire worlds from scratch. In this book, readers will discover how the game began as the hobby project of a single independent game designer and grew to become a worldwide phenomenon.Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for young gamers"--
Python for kids : a playful introduction to programming
Python for Kids brings Python to life and brings kids (and their parents) into the wonderful world of programming. Author Jason R. Briggs guides readers through the basics, experimenting with unique (and often hilarious) example programs that feature ravenous monsters, secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. New terms are defined; code is colored, dissected, and explained; and quirky, full-color illustrations keep things fun and engaging throughout
Coding with Scratch : make 3D games & graphics
'Coding with Scratch - make 3D games & graphics' shows kids how to make 3D games with Scratch. They will learn how to: Create 2.5D and 3D effects from sprites, multiple costumes, loops, and code. Learn advanced techniques and hacks to make Scratch code draw images in super-quick time. Discover ways to add perspective to build exciting games and projects. Understand some of the maths used to develop simple 3D images. Find out how raycasting works, and use it to create 3D mazes and games. This book starts with simple projects that can be used by beginners but is focused on projects, challenges, and extensions for experienced Scratch coders
Connor Bedard
"Learn about hockey star Connor Bedard and his accomplishments in the NHL in an engaging profile packed with photos and fact-filled text for young readers. Includes table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index"-- Provided by publisher
Dinosaurs to dragons : the lore and science of mythical creatures
"An imaginative exploration of mythology, paleontology, and early civilizations that invites readers to delight in legendary creatures from across the globe and the fossils that might have inspired their origins"-- Provided by publisher
Coding and computers : from the first machines to AI and the metaverse!
How does code work? Who invented the internet? Discover the incredible true-life stories behind the invention of computing, coding, and other incredible technologies in this illustrated, full-color guide. This endlessly fascinating book not only explores the science behind information technology, but reveals the true-life stories of the people behind the scenes who played important roles in forging this radical transformation in human culture. Young readers can learn about pioneering figures including Ada Lovelace, Alan Turing and Bill Gates, the explosion of computer games, the fundamentals of coding, and much more. This book goes behind the scenes to discover the stories of the pioneers who invented computers and other incredible machines. Packed with eye-opening facts, this book will connect kids with the past and future of technology. The vibrant illustrations by Roy Hermelin brings the text to life with a modern sense of energy, fun and humor
How to dive to the deepest place on earth
What is it like to visit the deepest place in the ocean? In childhood, Kathryn Sullivan was drawn to the blank spaces on the map. She boosted her passion for exploration with curiosity, hard work, and science education. Finally, she had the opportunity to study the depths of the Marianas Trench, a trip that would require a lot of study and precise preparations. Get the inside scoop on everything deep dive, from how submersibles are engineered to the nitty-gritty of planning an ocean-floor expedition. Travel with Sullivan in the submersible Limiting Factor into bright waters where dolphins and turtles glide; down to the murky twilight zone, home of lantern fish and deep-sea squid; down, down, to the opaque darkness that no sunlight penetrates . . . with three hours of descent still to go
Coding with Python : create amazing graphics
A new title in The QuestKids children's series that was launched by In Easy Steps in 2018, designed to make learning fun for children. Coding with Python - Create Amazing Graphics introduces coding in Python through a variety of projects. Each one teaches new coding concepts and results in some amazing graphics. Python is a powerful, text-based programming language essential to grasp for serious coding but can be dull to learn. This book focuses on inspired learning. Step-by-step, it illustrates how to use Python code to create exciting and colourful graphics -- making learning Python great fun! Learn Python code to: use random numbers to create unique artwork ; mix colours together using variables to create amazing effects ; use loops to repeat your code and create intricate patterns ; code your own functions and build up your own designs
Butt or face? : rainbow butts
"Are you ready for round five of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about colorful animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face! Readers will discover animals like the tomato frog, rainbow scarab beetle, warty comb jelly, and purple sea urchin! Fun animal facts and information about camouflage and other sneaky animal tricks are included."-- Provided by publisher
First fire : an Algonkian story
Imagine a time when humans huddled together to keep from freezing in the winters. A time without fire. Fire is one of the most basic needs for survival. Ancient stories of how it came to us can be found in virtually every human society and the indigenous cultures of North America are no exception. However, unlike the stories of other continents, Native American traditional tales almost always seek to both entertain and teach. Also, a holistic relationship between humans and the natural world is stressed in many ways. The wisdom and the assistance of the animals are often crucial. Such is the case in this Algonkian story of how a boy, with the aid of Fox, stole fire from the deadly monsters who selfishly kept it for themselves
The hero twins in the Realm of Fright
"Twins Hunahpu and Xbalanke must use their magic of song to travel to Xibalba, the land of the dead, and rescue their father and uncle"-- Provided by publisher
Stitch Head, a graphic novel. Volume #2, The pirate's eye
Stitch Head returns in another fantastically strange and heartfelt adventure--this time, he and his friends are drawn to the high seas by a pirate's legend! You haven't truly seen the world . . . until you've seen it through a pirate's eye. So claims Dash Flashpowder, a legendary pirate, fearless adventurer...and the original owner of Stitch Head's pearly blue glass eye?! When the first of Mad Professor Erasmus' creations discovers he might be part-pirate, he's taken aback. But soon he realizes that, perhaps, the dangers of the open ocean have been his calling all along! With his creator seemingly having abandoned Castle Grotteskew and its 311 monsters, Stitch Head sets out with his crewmates Creature and Arabella to search for a new destiny, only to discover that old foes may still lurk in the deep!s Join this motley group of sailors as they search for the world's greatest treasure--a place to belong
Jazzy the witch in friend fiasco
"Jazzy finds herself in friend fiasco when a new young witch arrives in town"--
Miles & Jones. 2, The blizzard of blobs
"Two young best friends, Amelia Miles and Shackleton Jones, must brave a storm of purple slime and a maze of underground caves to confront the ultra-villain Glam-Evil"--Provided by publisher
Paw & Order. 3, The Night of the Comet
"Pet detectives Marlowe and Purrlock are on the case again after an astronomer takes a tumble during The Night of the Comet--and it turns out this accident might not have been an accident at all. When their nemesis, Meowiearty, asks them for help on the case, Purrlock and Marlowe (well, mostly Purrlock) are suspicious, but soon the facts of the case win them over. Dr. Tortuga is a brilliant astronomer, but on the night that should hold the discovery of her career--she instead finds herself in a terrible bicycle accident! But as Purrlock and Marlowe discover, someone's been tampering with her bike"--Page 4 of cover
Miles & Jones. 1, The anaconda attack
"Two young best friends, Amelia Miles and Shackleton Jones, must confront an infestation of giant anacondas in their favorite local park"-- Provided by publisher
Bounce back
Lilico's life in Japan is going well. She has great friends and is the captain of the school's basketball team. She's happy! Then comes her parents' news: they're moving to America! Before she knows it, Lilico finds herself in Brooklyn, New York, forced to start all over. And that won't be easy with her closest friends thousands of miles away or a school bully who immediately dislikes her. Luckily, anime-loving Nala and Henry eventually befriend Lilico and with help from them--along with her guardian spirit who looks a lot like her cat, Nico--Lilico just might figure out where she fits in
Sew totally Nala
"Nala loves fashion--especially kawaii fashion, inspired by Japanese streetwear. And Nala is about to have the best summer ever, as she attends a special fashion camp in the city. Fashion camp is challenging, and there are other kids attending who are really talented. Nala wants to stay true to her designs, but wonders if they will measure up. As her self-doubt grows, she is visited by a squirrel named Timothy, who claims he can help her. But what does a squirrel know about fashion? Timothy may prefer peanuts to kawaii outfits, but he knows for sure that Nala totally needs to build her confidence. Together, Nala and Timothy rise to a fun summer challenge that will remind readers how good it feels to believe in themselves."--Publisher
Hikaru in the light! 4
It all comes down to this: the final judgment day of the Girls in the Light competition. After weeks of vocal lessons, dance classes, late-night practices, and elimination rounds, Hikaru, Ran, and all their friends have worked so hard for this moment. But who will shine brightest when it counts the most?
The princess diaries : the graphic novel
Mia Thermopolis is pretty sure there's nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine frizzy-haired freshman, who also happens to be flunking algebra. Is she ever in for a surprise. First, her mom announces that she's dating Mia's algebra teacher. But her dad's announcement is even worse: he is the crown prince of Genovia, and guess what that makes Mia? A frizzy-haired freshman who is flunking algebra, and also happens to be a PRINCESS
Rex Rocket. 1, Cosmic weiner dog
Rex Rocket and his crew travel to a planet that supplies minerals to S.T.A.R.R. Command where they discover that the planet's ruler is exploiting the miners
Aurora and the orc
There's something strange about the new kid in class. Maybe it's because he's from a faraway country where they practice different customs. Or maybe it's because his skin is green, he carries a club, and his favorite pastime is slaying elves. Her teacher and classmates are unfazed, but to Aurora, it's obvious--the new kid is an orc! And as his unofficial chaperone, Aurora must teach him about human life and curb his outrageously orc-like behavior. But as she travels with him and sees more of his world, it becomes clear she also has much to learn, not just about him but her own family
Lex Luthor : diabolical genius
Lex Luthor is many things: Inventor. Genius. Criminal mastermind. He's also barely a teenager. When his father, Lionel Luthor, is thrown into prison by none other than that meddling blue Boy Scout Superman, the heir apparent to the Luthor crime empire must find a way to get his revenge. And Lex has the perfect plan. With the help of his infamous bodyguard Slade Wilson, he is going to kidnap Lois Lane. Lex knows that Superman would trade just about anything in exchange for Lois's safe return - maybe even Superman's ultimate weakness. But what happens when Clark calls in his broody friend Batman instead?
Minecraft: open world. 2, The ender trials
"Join friends Sarah, Hector, Ziah, and Olivia as they team up to face the most notorious mobs in Minecraft on a quest for the mythical Elytra!"-- Provided by publisher
Boss of the underworld
Join Shirley and her new friend George on a strange adventure through the underworld. Will they triumph over scary foes, navigate the bog of intense emotions, and find their way into the dark sewers to confrong the Green Menace? There are many ways into the underworld... but only one way out!
Thunder and Mercy
"In 1979, twelve-year-old Theodora "Thunder" solves a Revolutionary-War-era mystery when she is shipped off to a distant relative's crumbling mansion in Philadelphia and discovers a mysterious diary"--
Olive Oakes and the haunted carousel
"When Olive Oakes and her family visit a town called Whispering Woods, she uncovers a strange backstory to the traveling circus that comes through the area once a year"--
The lady of shadows
"Mika is finally meeting her mother. It should be a cause for celebration. Instead, it's one of caution as she is drawn into a dark and twisted mystery. Now thirteen, Mika has left behind her Stockholmorphanage for a treacherous journey with Detective Hoff to finally meet her mother, Annie Moonwind, a maid at the imposing Roseboon estate. Upon their arrival, and to their surprise, Valdemar is mistakenfor the local constable, and Mika his errand girl, summoned to arrest Annie for mysterious crimes. But are dark forces at work at Roseboon? After all, doors are kept bolted. Windows are nailed shut. And screams pierce the dark. Maybe something wicked has been unleashed thathing points to a creature that only comes at night. So why is Annie in the crosshairs? Now Mika and Valdemar must maintain their bluff long enough to uncover the mysteries of Roseboon and free Mika's mother from captivity before accusations against her become inescapable."--
The monster maker
A fantastically imaginative interactive detective story for middle grade readers. With hundreds of paths to choose from and no dead ends, you'll solve the mystery every time! Welcome to Haventry, a town where the ordinary and extraordinary collide! With ghosts, werewolves, and zombies living side by side, trouble is always brewing. And when a fiendish crime is committed, YOU are the detective in charge of the case. Dr. Franklefink's precious Monster Maker has gone missing and there are lots of suspects! Along with your yeti partner, it's up to YOU to find the culprit. Should you trail Bramwell Stoker, the terrifying vampire, or Grundle and Grinola, the mischievous goblin twins? Should you follow up on a lead about the cunning witches? Or will investigating the doctor's monstrous son Monty lead you to the thief? YOU decide!
Found sound
"When Felix Frank discovers a mysterious musical box while on vacation he joins forces with the eccentric girl next door, Marigold, to follow a string of clues on a sound-related scavenger hunt through town"--
The mystery of the stolen World Cup trophy
Twelve-year-old Diez Espada, a soccer-obsessed sleuth named after Lionel Messi's jersey number, tracks down the World Cup trophy in a high-stakes, one-night investigation with his crush Rio and world-famous Detective Enzo
Sherlock Roach and the case of the crunchy crumb
When Lucille's crunchy crumb goes missing, Sherlock Roach and his friend and assistant, Dr. Wormston, take on the case
The strange disappearance of Imogen Good
"Fran doesn't want to stay with her aunt and uncle and her snooty cousin, Imogen. But when she arrives at their home on the grounds of Stillness Hall, Imogen isn't there. Her aunt and uncle say they've never heard of Imogen--or even had a daughter. So it's up to Fran, and Imogen's best friend, Bex, to find her. Except Bex doesn't know who Imogen is either. How will Fran find her cousin if no one will admit she ever existed? Could a locked and dangerous garden and a mysterious old tale of enchantment and death hold the answers?"--
Where Ella went
"Eighth-graders Sadie and Pug don't have anything in common except for their love of soccer and their loyalty to Ella, the over-achieving team captain. So when Ella doesn't show up for the most important game of the season and her parents pull her out of school, Sadie and Pug are determined to find out what happened, even though they don't usually get along. There's no way Ella abandoned the team! But as Sadie and Pug dig deeper, they begin to realize that Ella's life wasn't as perfect as it seemed. And maybe Sadie and Pug have a few secrets that need to come to light, too. Maybe all their classmates do... If Sadie and Pug keep searching for answers, they risk sabotaging the end of their soccer season. But can they ever move on if they don't learn the truth? And what if Ella needs them even more than they need her? Told in recordings, letters, texts, journal entries, and emails, Where Ella Went is a funny and absorbing slice-of-life mystery about friendship, teamwork, and the pressures of being in middle school." --
Rialto
"Two sisters spend summer vacation in a small town in the shadows of [an] abandoned amusement park that is not what it seems" --
Sabotage at sea
As the witty murder-mystery series continues, Bonbon returns for a pyrotechnic display aboard ship--until a shocking demise puts a damper on the festivities. Shenanigans are once again afoot in the town of Widdlington, and this time they're on board the Dreadnowt--a galleon that's set to host a fireworks display for the town. Bonnie Montgomery and Grampa Banks are on board as guests, but just after sundown, a fog rolls in and a terrible cry is heard over the crash of the waves. Captain Valancourt stumbles out of the mist, dripping wet and covered in red welts the like of which a sea monster would leave behind, and is soon pronounced dead by the doctor on board. The crowd is shocked, and Bonnie's fishy-o-meter is off the charts. While Inspector Sands takes over as captain, Bonnie transforms into Montgomery Bonbon, and it's not long before she's laid anchor on her prime suspects. Can Montgomery Bonbon hoist his moustache and figure out which scallywag is responsible for the death of the ancient mariner?
Mystery on Macaw Mountain
"When eight endangered macaws are stolen from a bird sanctuary in the Mayan ruins of Copán, four sleuthing cousins must find out who took them -- and why"--
The case of the pilfered pearls
Wind in the Willows meets Enola Holmes in this exciting, young middle grade mystery series from Newbery Honor-winning author Margi Preus and with art from Junyi Wu Mystery: Something that is difficult or impossible to understand.With a curious mind and a vast vocabulary (thanks to her wallpaper--pages of a discarded human dictionary), tiny Minerva Shrew would love nothing more than to solve the Big Mysteries of Life and the Universe.Instead, in The Case of the Pilfered Pearls, she's called upon to help her cousin Tenacity solve a mystery in the most dangerous of places: a human house. When a string of pearls goes missing, the human owner is sure a "dreadful rodent" has pilfered them--and now the lives of all Minerva's friends are at risk! Will Minerva find the true culprit before the exterminators arrive? With wit and warmth, Margi Preus creates a charming woodland world filled with creatures both whimsical and nefarious (neh-FARE-ee-us: wicked or criminal), along with suspense, intrigue, and, thanks to Minerva's metabolism, plenty of snacks
The case of the buried treasure
While on vacation, the Pigeon Private Detectives search for a buried treasure on the beach
The Alcatraz escape
Sleuthing duo Emily and James tackle their most challenging mystery yet, set on the haunting Alcatraz Island
Simone Biles : a who HQ illustrated biography
"Follow Simone Biles's journey from her start as an energetic kid in Texas to her career in multiple Olympics and her groundbreaking mental health advocacy. This book is highly illustrated and full of all the iconic nonfiction details the Who HQ series is known for"-- Provided by publisher
Spree : the boy who made the steelpan sing
"A picture book biography of Winston "Spree" Simon, who brought the iconic steelpan to the attention of the world"-- Provided by publisher
Hayao Miyazaki
Discover the fascinating story of Hayao Miyazaki, from a wartime evacuee to a legendary and award-winning film maker
Connor Bedard
"Learn about hockey star Connor Bedard and his accomplishments in the NHL in an engaging profile packed with photos and fact-filled text for young readers. Includes table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index"-- Provided by publisher
No brain the same : neurodivergent young activists shaping our future
"Vanessa Brantley-Newton, e.E. Charlton-Trujillo, and others present poems about neurodivergent activists who have made changes in their community and in the world"-- Provided by publisher
The long hike : the true story of the first Appalachian thru-hike
"Nonfiction superstar and award-winning creator Meghan McCarthy tells the story of Earl Shaffer, the first person to thru-hike all 2,000 plus miles of the Appalachian Trail in one hiking season"--
The Kelce brothers
"Learn all about Jason and Travis Kelce's lives and careers in this illustrated book! Filled with all the iconic hallmarks of a Who HQ biography, sports fans will have a chance to learn new things about their favorite players or discover them for the first time!"-- Provided by publisher
Charley's honky-tonk mission : the story of America's first Black country music superstar
"A picture book biography about Charley Pride, the first Black country music superstar"-- Provided by publisher
Harry Styles
"Follow the journey of Harry Styles from One Direction to his solo tours! This book is highly illustrated and full of all the iconic nonfiction details the Who HQ series is known for"-- Provided by publisher
The cow in the dark at night
The cow has always wondered what goes on when the sun goes down. Tonight, she will discover it all. Adventures, nocturnal friends, every exciting thing waiting out there in the dark new world. But these night people may have other things in mind It's a good thing that the moon is very bright tonight
The Very Clumsy Click Beetle
When a little click beetle falls onto his back, he seeks the help of a wise old click beetle. "Look at me," says the more experienced click beetle, giving a loud click and flipping onto its feet. But try as he might, the clumsy little click beetle just can't get the hang of it--or can he?
My potty!
"An exciting series of first phrase board books to encourage communication with your toddler-the perfect early learning tool for simple word combinations to help navigate first experiences! Get ready to use the potty! Meet four new friends and their families as they gain independence and say goodbye to diapers and become comfortable using the potty. Read along with your toddler to encourage next steps in their language development by putting single words together to create everyday phrases. Practice key potty-training skills, remember important steps such as washing hands, and even give teddy a turn to use the potty. Before you know it, it's time to say bye-bye diapers! With text written in consultation with Priya Desai, a children's speech and language therapist, Toddler Talk features familiar scenes of everyday life with lots of busy toddlers to look at (including a mirror on the final page so they can see themselves!). These books are designed to be fun to read aloud, while supporting an important stage of language development. Have fun with this preschool board book series that meets children on their language learning journey, with relatable words and phrases that are easy to understand and imitate. Features a free Stories Aloud audiobook-just scan the QR code on the cover and follow along! Other titles in the series include: Toddler Talk: All Gone! Toddler Talk: Let's Go! Toddler Talk: Muddy Farm!"--
Luna picks a lucky dumpling
When Luna and Mina serve dumplings for the Dragon Boat Festival, they use probability to improve the chances of little Bei-Bei picking a lucky one
All the ways we learn
"Not every child learns by sitting still and staying quiet. Some kids learn by jumping and tapping their feet. Others by building, drawing, or making a joyful mess. However they learn, all kids deserve to feel proud of and confident in themselves! This book celebrates the many brilliant and beautiful ways kids take in the world, helping them feel seen, supported, and loved. Created by a neurodivergent author and illustrator team, with back matter to learn more about neurodivergence and simple accommodations, this is an essential reminder that there's no one right way to learn"-- Provided by publisher
Monster mender
"A monster-mender works hard to heal all wounds, but struggles to help a sea serpent who just seems ... sad. Dot is a monster healer. She treats bruises and burns and sore throats and sniffles for all sorts of creatures - dragons, krakens and gryphons included. But when Sea Serpent comes to see her because he's feeling sad, Dot is stumped! She goes looking for the rarest ingredients to make something to get rid of Sea Serpent's sad, but the potions and salves don't help, and Sea Serpent doesn't seem too keen on trying any more exotic teas. Dot is worried that she'll never be able to help Sea Serpent feel better. Lately, all she's brought Sea Serpent has been her own company, and not-at-all-special tea. Does this mean she isn't a very good monster mender, after all? When Sea Serpent comes to her with an unexpected revelation, Dot learns the healing power of being a true friend. A gentle (and fantastical!) tale of what it means to support a friend struggling with their mental health, from the award-winning author of Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress and Violet Shrink."--
Another tongue
"A playful look at the ups and downs of learning a new language"-- Provided by publisher
A garden for Lili
The grandmas in Lili's building show her the secrets of gardening while preparing dishes from around the world in this buoyant companion to Dumplings for Lili
Riding Magic
"The empowering story of a little girl overcoming a big fear with the help of her family and a horse named Magic. Dom wishes she were brave enough to ride a horse--if only horses weren't so huge and intimidating! Momma says it's normal to have the jitters at first, but Dom isn't sure she'll ever feel ready. She spends time with Magic, her favorite horse, and he seems to understand her worries, and even lets her brush him. This gives Dom the boost she needs, and sure enough, when she finally does get in the saddle, she's thrilled to discover the frightened ba-bum, ba-bum of her heart transforming into a happy beat in rhythm with Magic's steady clip-clop, clip-clop. Lyrical text and stunning light-filled paintings beautifully capture the touching bond between Dom and Magic as Dom gains the confidence to ride, reassuring readers that everyone tries new things at their own pace." --
A not so perfect start
"A young perfectionist learns from her mistakes when her first week of school turns into a perfect mess"-- Provided by publisher
Mabel's museum of wonders
After moving to a new home, Mabel, a young wombat who loves collecting tiny treasures, displays her collection in her own backyard museum in hopes of making a new friend
Screen time!
Can there be any substitute after a little badger discovers the allure of screens? Don't discount the surprising power of creativity, community, and the great outdoors. Gone are the days when Doris was content to build towers of cups and knock them down, listen to Daddy read stories, or use her imagination to put on dance performances and whip up pretend spaghetti. Now she's found something she likes more than anything: screens! Whether on a phone, tablet, or television, Doris can't get enough of her favorite show, Bertie Banana. She watches it over and over, cuddles its toys, sings its special song, and begs for it everywhere she goes. Her parents would be happy never to hear that song again! So one weekend Daddy takes Doris by the hand and heads for the Cheery Woods (everyone is there!), letting the magic of the natural world take its course. Who knew this little screen-lover would become such a fan of real-life adventure? From the creator of Carry Me! comes an all-too-relatable picture book that will have both children and parents tuning in with rapt attention
The fluffy futon
Grandma's warm fluffy futon becomes an irresistible spot for everyone to take a nap
Cats in conductor hats
When a bull is stuck on the track one day, conductor cats work to clear the way
The bookship
When Grandad's stories fade, Alia feels lost--until the Bookship whisks her away on a magical journey. Through jungles and stars, she discovers that stories never truly disappear. They live on when shared, bringing light, love, and adventure to all who listen. A touching and heartfelt story by award-winning author Hiba Noor Khan, enchantingly illustrated by Julian Ariza
Battle ready!
Meet the Ninja's allies and enemies. Discover the vehicles, mechs, and weapons that help the brave Ninja beat their most fearsome foes. Learn about their winning moves, Spinjitzu skills, and awesome dragon power. Villains beware--the Ninja are ready for battle! -- Provided by the publisher
The hangout headache
"Spidey invites Hulk to hangout in WEB-Quarters for the day, like any good friend would do. But it quickly turns into disaster. Big, strong Hulk is like a bull in a china shop, wrecking everything he comes in contact with!"--
Super hero hiccups
"Spin, who prides himself on his powers of stealth, gets discouraged when his hiccups keep the team from stopping an evil villain. Spidey and Ghost-Spider swing into action to help him get his confidence back because that's what super friends are for!"--
Ready to roar!
"The pups are ready for a rescue!"--
Cora's beach adventure
"Pack your beach bag and join Cora and Gran for some discoveries by the shore! Test sand to figure out what kind makes the best castle. Find out how sea animals survive low tide. Investigate sea stars in a tide pool and rescue them from drying out. And what tops off a day at the beach better than a big ice cream sundae? The welcoming text by nonfiction author extraordinaire Sally M. Walker, ideal for early readers moving into chapter books, is followed by back matter expounding on the three STEAM concepts introduced and inviting kids to experiment with their own sandcastle-building activity." --publisher's website
Pokémon. Explore Paldea
"Welcome to Paldea! The Paldea region is filled with lots of exciting Pokémon. Discover some of the Pokémon that roam this region, learn about their key skills and fun facts, and develop your reading skills as you go!"--
Wednesday. Hide-and-seek!
Wednesday Addams is a student at Nevermore Academy, where there's always something sinister afoot! Find out what happens in this Step 3 Step Into Reading leveled reader based on the dark world of the Wednesday TV series on Netflix. Wednesday is the sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery following Wednesday Addams' time as a student at Nevermore Academy. Wednesday knows there is a monster lurking near their school, but can she figure out who--or what--it is before it's too late? This spooky Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader is sure to thrill young fans of the Wednesday series on Netflix.Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own
Down the rabbit hole
"Can Chloe and Red save their moms from Maddox Hatter before he finds the magic pocket watch?"--
Spidey Cat
"When Gobby's plan to steal Spidey's and Spin's super powers goes awry, accidentally leaving Peter's cat Bootsie with the heroes' special skills, how will Team Spidey get their powers back?"--
Leaping into Fall
"Best friends and super geniuses Tony Stark, Riri Williams, and Aña Corazon put on their Iron Suits to stop the villain Swarm from ruining their pumpkin party. !"--Provided by publisher
The show must go on
The Junior Monster Scouts follow a trail of clues to find the Skeleton Band trumpeter's missing arm bone before an upcoming show
Dino-rama
"When Reptil's jewel shatters, turning everyone on Team Spidey into dinosaurs, the heroes use their new-found dino-powers to stop the villains Gobby and Rhino!"--
Friends forever
Woody is missing and it's up to Buzz and the rest of the Toy Story team to find him
Clydeo makes a friend
Clydeo wants to be friends with Max, his new neighbor. But what is the recipe for making new friends?
Pokémon. Pumpkin party
"Happy Halloween! From ghastly Ghost types to fearsome Fire types, discover cute and creepy facts about beloved Pokémon as you uncover their scary skills-- all while beginning to learn to read" --
Coming Soon
Burn of the Everflame
Major Bricket and the Body in the Bell Tower: A Cozy Crime Mystery Set in an English Village
'A new Simon Brett novel is an event for mystery fans!'P.D. James 'Simon Brett writes stunning detective stories. I would recommend them to anyone' Jilly Cooper'Few crime writers are so enchantingly gifted' Sunday Times_______________________ For Major Bricket, attending church in his village of Stunston Peveril in Suffolk is a good way to keep up with the village gossip. Having only recently retired from a career where he was privy to many international secrets, the Major likes to stay in the know. Events take a turn one Sunday though when, after the morning service, Major Bricket notices the door to the bell tower open... and finds a body at the bottom of the stairs. The dead man is dressed in a suit and dog collar. But who is he? And could someone in Stunston Peveril have killed him? Perhaps predictably, most of the village residents seem more concerned with the Parish Council flower arranging rota than the mysterious corpse. Major Bricket will have to rely on his long-nurtured detection skills, and his trusted friends Nga Luong and Rod, to solve the case
The Radiance
A mysterious accident along a country road sparks an awakening and an investigation in Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and acclaimed novelist Ayad Akhtar's most daring work yet--a visionary novel of spiritual transformation in an age of fracture. When a hit-and-run shatters more than his body, a writer is caught between revelation and madness as an uncanny pull toward a brilliant campus colleague ensnares him in a scandal that threatens to destroy them both. What begins as a provocative portrait of academic and cultural warfare deepens into erotic entanglement, the exposure of a family secret, and the mystery surrounding the narrator's accident--both the violence and its aftermath. Moving between rural America and Europe, Islam and Christianity, the intimate and the metaphysical, The Radiance is of our American moment and beyond it--asking not only what has broken, but what radiance remains
Strong in the Broken Places
An inspiring new novel from Danielle Steel, whose countless #1 New York Times bestselling novels have made her one of America's favorite storytellers
A Christmas Guide to Family and Murder
The Witch of Wall Street: A Novel of the Gilded Age
1999
Cowboy Like Me
Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel: The New Miss Marple Mystery
A brand new Miss Marple novel from Lucy Foley, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List and The Midnight Feast.High in the Swiss Alps, accessible only by a single, winding railway, stands the luxurious Grand Alpine Hotel. With glorious mountain views and exclusive access to powdery slopes, it draws guests from far and wide.The notorious actress.The high-flying politician.The society wife.The reckless friend.The shrewd doctor.But not everyone is here for a winter holiday.Beneath the champagne and furs, dark histories simmer; old grudges emerge like cracks in the ice.And someone is watching from the shadows. A polite, unassuming woman with an extraordinary mind: Miss Marple.When a body is found and a blizzard cuts off all escape, only Miss Marple can connect the clues before the killer strikes again. Because it isn't a question of who has a motive, but who's next..
Pink ink
Love You to Death
A jaded grim reaper and a woman who wants another chance at life give 'til death do us part a new meaning in this paranormal romance from bestselling author Jenna Levine.Lucy McKenzie's life has always been a disaster. So it should come as no surprise when one day she's hit by an inconveniently-timed bus--and dies. Unfortunately for the handsome grim reaper who shows up to take her to the afterlife, Lucy is not about to go quietly. Daniel is tired of his job collecting souls. While working for the Agency beats the heck out of going to Hell, he's been doing this for literal ages. The drudgery has him yearning for more. Touched by Lucy's plea for more time on earth, he convinces the Agency to make a deal: Lucy can have six more weeks of life if Daniel can observe her and report back on humanity. But as Lucy and Daniel navigate the chaos of life and afterlife together, they discover that a second chance at living might be their real chance at love
Welcome to the Kokoro Cat Clinic
Cats once again prove to be the best medicine in the wonderful third book following the award-winning, bestselling Japanese novel We'll Prescribe You a Cat. When you are lost, the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul will find for you. Dr. Nikke and his clinic are always ready to offer their unconventional approach to healing. Although one never quite understands how they ended up there, each person who has walked through the door has left with a cat and a deeper understanding of themselves. Every time, the clinic reaffirms that the unbreakable bond between cats and people has the potential to heal and transform lives. With Dr. Nikke as the constant that weaves each of these stories together, we meet a woman anxious about an upcoming competition, an overwhelmed young father, an illustrator questioning her career, and a young woman burdened with guilt. Digging ever deeper into the complicated minds of humans--and the love of their feline companions--this poignant, episodic novel provides something richer and more challenging than mere comfort: compassion
Under the Falls
Death on the Books
That Night
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie
The Paw Patrol lands on a mysterious dinosaur island after a storm, where they meet Rex, a stranded pup. When Humdinger's reckless mining triggers a volcano, the team faces their biggest rescue mission yet to save the island.
I Love Boosters
A group of shoplifters take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven by stealing her clothes and reselling them at a lower price, what they call "fashion-forward philanthropy."
Backrooms
After a therapist's patient disappears into a dimension beyond reality, she must venture into the unknown to save him.
Power Ballad
Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves.
Corporate Retreat
Corporate executives on a team-building retreat face a deadly struggle when their leader turns against them.
The Brink of War
President Reagan races to save a nuclear deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev as pressure mounts all around him. Every word spoken could move the world closer to peace—or destruction.
Tuner
A talented piano tuner's meticulous skills for tuning pianos lead him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down.
Nimrods
Three buddies drive cross-country in a van, causing mayhem and mischief while racing to LA for their big break: opening for Green Day on New Year's Eve.
The End of Oak Street
The Platt family bands together to navigate their new surroundings after a cosmic event transports their suburban neighborhood to someplace unknown.
Scary Movie (2026)
Two friends find themselves caught up in mayhem involving killers, monsters and supernatural creatures once again.
The Breadwinner
A supermom lands a Shark Tank deal, switching roles with her breadwinner husband. He struggles to adapt as a stay-at-home dad to their three daughters.
Saccharine[Blu-ray]
Hana, a lovelorn medical student, becomes terrorized by a sinister force after taking part in an obscure weight loss craze.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure.
The Wrong Girls
Two aimless young women inadvertently gain telepathic abilities after ingesting an experimental drug, pitting them against dangerous rivals pursuing the same powerful substance.
Passenger
After a young couple witnesses a gruesome highway accident, they soon realize they did not leave the crash scene alone, as a demonic presence won't stop until it claims them both.
Her Private Hell
A hypnotic, unhinged thriller with an original story promising plenty of glamour, sex, and violence.
I Love Boosters
A group of shoplifters take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven by stealing her clothes and reselling them at a lower price, what they call "fashion-forward philanthropy."
The Wrong Girls
Two aimless young women inadvertently gain telepathic abilities after ingesting an experimental drug, pitting them against dangerous rivals pursuing the same powerful substance.
Young Washington
Before he led a nation, George Washington was a young soldier thrown into a global conflict. With alliances crumbling and war closing in, he must choose who to trust and confront the leader he's becoming.
Couture
An American filmmaker arrives in Paris for Fashion Week on a life-and-death journey, facing challenges and self-discovery.
Corporate Retreat
Corporate executives on a team-building retreat face a deadly struggle when their leader turns against them.
Rick and Morty. Season 10
The Brink of War
President Reagan races to save a nuclear deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev as pressure mounts all around him. Every word spoken could move the world closer to peace—or destruction.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure.
The Breadwinner
A supermom lands a Shark Tank deal, switching roles with her breadwinner husband. He struggles to adapt as a stay-at-home dad to their three daughters.
When Calls the Heart. Season 14
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.
Disclosure Day
If you found out we weren't alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you?
The Death of Robin Hood
Grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a chance at salvation.
Pinocchio: Unstrung
A dark coming-of-age reimagining of Pinocchio, this unsettling tale follows the iconic puppet's disturbing journey toward becoming real
New Library of Things
Show me that smile jigsaw puzzle [100 XXL pieces]
100 XXL pieces
The butterfly place jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]
500 pieces
Vacuum platform
Easy-Up is an electric gripper for people who have challenges with their hands, arms, joints or fingers. The simple device acts as a helping hand that holds jars, bottles, cans, etc., so you can use them with one hand
Hot glue gun
The Gorilla glue gun is an ideal tool for crafts and home projects requiring more glue output and volume. It is light weight, with a comfort grip and a built-in stand making it easy to use. The easy-squeeze trigger and long insulated nozzle allow a precise application on any project. Users must supply their own glue sticks (0.43" diameter)
Take 5
Play your cards in a row--but don't play the sixth card in the row, or you'll take five. Ages 8+, 2-10 players
Funny fish friends jigsaw puzzle [200 XXL pieces]
200 XXL pieces
Wild card
Welcome to Wild Card, the game where cards control the conversation. Wild Card allows players to share memories, insights, and beliefs that might not come up in a normal conversation. The game is played in three rounds, with the questions getting deeper as you go. Ages 8+, 2+ players
Lady Bug Lane jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Sacred Lake Tahoe jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Colorful houses in Sweden jigsaw puzzle [100 XL pieces]
108 XL pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 100 XL pieces
Cognitive kit - word play activities for people with early- to middle-stage dementia
This kit contains word-based activities and games. This kit is designed to promote cognitive stimulation, self-expression and engagement for individuals with dementia. The kit contains activities that can be used independently or with a partner; includes a brief guide for caregivers with tips and resources as well as information on the library's cognitive kits
High tide
Stack, climb, and outmaneuver in a peaceful game by the sea. In High Tide, two players take turns shifting and stacking tiles in a beautifully simple game of strategy and control. With every move, the board transforms—inviting you to think ahead, adapt, and rise above. Ages 8+, 2 players
Seeing and being seen jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Summertime jigsaw puzzle [750 large pieces]
750 pieces
Happy fans, happy Honmoon! jigsaw puzzle [100 XXL pieces]
100 XXL pieces