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"At the height of Australian summer, a serial killer known as The Shark stalks a coastal suburb, hunting young female swimmers. Afraid and furious at the failure of the police to protect them, two women fight back. Raych is grieving someone she'd have died to save, while Carmen hides her own disturbing connection to the murders. In desperation, they form an uneasy alliance. And when another girl vanishes, they take matters into their own hands - by kidnapping the prime suspect. But as their interrogation spirals, horrifying truths surface on both sides of the table. The clock is ticking to save the missing girl. And in their quest for justice, Raych and Carmen must face the darkest question of all: have they caught a monster - or become one?"--

We hexed the moon

Seeley, Mollyhall,

"Bunny meets the craft in this speculative debut about four best friends who perform a ritual on the moon in a last-ditch attempt to hold onto one another, but are forced to reckon with the consequences It is the summer after high-school graduation, and four island-grown best friends are about to be forced apart by their Plans for the Future. Rather than process the world of expectations bearing down on them, and the secrets they've kept hidden even from one another, they perform a ritual on a moon to spice up their sleepover shenanigans. They don't expect it to actually work. But suddenly the moon is gone from the sky and in the bedroom with them, and she's not interested in going back where she came from. As the balmy August night unfolds, the girls scramble to find a human sacrifice to replace the moon before their world is plunged into chaos"--

Sekrety i kłamstwa

Trojanowska, Sylwia,

"Pierwszy tom poruszającej "Trylogii szczecińskiej", opowieści o rodzinnych tajemnicach, bolesnych wspomnieniach i próbie zrozumienia przeszłości odciskającej ślad na teraźniejszości. Powroty do rodzinnego domu okazują się trudne - szczególnie jeśli relacje w nim były budowane na sekretach i kłamstwach. Po osiemnastu latach nieobecności Magdalena przyjeżdża do Szczecina. To niełatwa decyzja, podjęta z ostrożnosci i pod pewnym warunkiem - że dziadek, charyzmatyczny i zamknięty w sobie Ludwik Starkowski, wyjawi jej całą prawdę o swojej dramatycznej przeszłości. Ich wspólne chwile przeradzają się w wędrówkę do czasów wojennych. Stają się też próbą odnalezienia tego, co utracone, a zarazem najważniejsze - więzi między dwojgiem ważnych dla siebie ludzi."--Page 4 of cover

An heir of possibilities

Burrowes, Grace,

"Former rake Richard Dolforth is shocked ... to learn that he is not only legitimate, but also the heir to a viscountcy. Legitimacy is a burden Richard can adjust to, eventually, but membership in the peerage qualifies as an affirmative nuisance. And yet, Richard has a sister he's never met and an aunt who might have the answers to questions Richard has long held about the circumstances of his birth. Off to Yorkshire he gallops, only to learn that his sister has a cousin, and Miss Amabel Fielding is not about to let some viscount-come-lately disrupt a household she has been managing, and quite capably so, for years. Richard respects an independent spirit, but he's utterly flummoxed to find himself attracted to Amabel. She's all wrong, and so is he, but the sizzle they feel is exceeded only by the sparks flying between them"--Page 4 of cover

Aristide, Oana,

"Romania, 1989: In the last years under the dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu, a man-eating bear is reported to be terrorizing the country. Amid the fear of official lies, the threat of informers, and the constant gray skies, gray buildings, and gray people, two bright lives collide: Constantin, an idealistic police detective who is tasked with solving the string of mysterious deaths; and Lia, a rebellious schoolgirl pining for some color in her life, who is drawn into a secret plot against Ceaușescu. The decisions they make will have vast consequences for them, for their families, and for their country."-- Provided by publisher

Unprecedented times

Kannan, Malavika, 2001-

"Malavika Kannan establishes herself as an literary voice of Gen Z in this piercing coming-of-age debut novel. Which comes first: experience or narrative? Rishi thinks she knows the answer as she arrives on campus for her first year at Stanford. Her future is set-she's going to leave behind the strict trappings of her Indian American childhood in Florida, embrace her queer identity, experiment with love, and write all about it. Within a few months, she gets a new tattoo, makes her first best friend, falls in love with her situationship, and even gets her heart broken. Rishi's final paper for Asian American Autofiction practically writes itself. What is not a part of Rishi's plan, however, is the onset of the COVID pandemic. As the outside world becomes a terrifying place, she increasingly finds solace in the friendships she's made. In lieu of virtual college, Rishi and her classmates join a farm collective and grapple with America's political situation and growing disillusionment-along with sexual tension and responsibility. It's only when those relationships start fracturing under the stress of careless decisions, unrequited crushes, jealousies, and, yes, unprecedented times, that Rishi begins to question her own story. Unprecedented Times captures the beauty, frustration, love, and pain that exists in relationships between best friends, lovers, mothers and daughters, and between storytellers and themselves. Malavika Kannan's fresh, arresting novel is a testament to the power of self-narrative for first-generation Americans: of writing oneself into existence where no previous script exists"-- Provided by publisher

Mexico Sofia's story

Contains an autobiographical interview, transcribed from speech, with 18-year-old Sofia, who was born in the United States, moved to Mexico with family at one year of age, then emigrated from Mexico to the United States with family at 15 years of age

"Renegade paleontologist Ripley Adams is this close to digging up a fossil treasure and vindication. She's spent the last three years in academic exile after her ex-boyfriend stole her work, betrayed her trust, and broke her heart in one fell swoop. If she can unearth a complete specimen of her newest discovery--a never-before-seen missing link between dinosaurs and birds--it will put her back on the map and finally restore her ruined reputation. But when unfairly hot Oxford professor James Smithson crashes Ripley's dig site, she realizes she's not the only one searching for redemption in the Montana dirt. James is convinced a splashy new fossil is a fraud, and he needs Ripley's help to prove it. She'd tell the buttoned-up Brit where to stick his suspicions, but the fake fossil is eerily similar to hers...and the fraudster is her ex. The race is on to reveal a T-rex-sized discovery. Polar opposites Ripley and James will have to find common ground if they're going to take down a hoax that could ruin them both. And as they dig deeper into their unlikely attraction, Ripley's excavation boots won't be the only things getting a little dirty..." --

This immortal heart a novel of Aphrodite

Saint, Jennifer,

"From the moment Aphrodite emerges fully formed from the sea, she is devastatingly beautiful and imbued with ancient power. Driven by passion yet strategic in how she moves through the halls of Olympus and the earthly realm alike, the free-willed goddess wields unparalleled influence over every living being. When fate brings her face to face with Ares, she bristles at this surly, hot-tempered warrior who's seemingly her opposite: disliked by everyone and devoted to stirring up conflict. Yet these gods are no more immune to the dizzying highs and lows of love and loss than anyone else, and soon, they are irresistibly drawn to one another. As their love affair spans mortal lifetimes, Aphrodite begins to question the gods' games and her role in them. But there's only so much room for fire and passion in Zeus's kingdom. Before long, she must test her devotion to her own divine purpose--and to a love that can only lead to ruin."--

Właśnie że tak! nigdy w życiu! 20 lat później

Grochola, Katarzyna,

"Powrót do świata ukochanej Judyty, bohaterki, która skradła serca milionów czytelników w bestsellerowej powieści 'Nigdy w życiu!', to prawdziwa gratka dla wszystkich, którzy tęsknili za jej niezastąpionym humorem i życiową mądrością. Katarzyna Grochola, mistrzyni opowieści o ludzkich relacjach, zaprasza nas do kontynuacji tej niezwykłej historii, dwadzieścia lat po wydarzeniach, które pamiętamy z pierwszej części. Książka 'Właśnie że tak! Nigdy w życiu! 20 lat później' to zaproszenie do ponownego spotkania z Judytą, Adamem, Tosią, Ulą i Eksią, a także z nowymi postaciami, które wniosą świeżość do ich skomplikowanego, ale jakże realnego świata." --

Silvey, Catriona,

"Two years ago, Laura was in a cult. But when the sprawling house in the hollow burned down with Vervain, their strikingly handsome and magnetic leader, trapped inside, Laura had nowhere to go but home. Brokenhearted, she finds herself longing for their lost leader--despite the trauma of that strange and terrifying year, she knows the power he promised her was real. But when her estranged friend, Aliyah, calls to tell her that Daniel, one of the other acolytes, has been lured back to the hollow by a message from Vervain, Laura only hears one thing: He's still there. As Laura and Aliyah venture back to the house of their nightmares to find the truth, Laura soon realizes that not everything she remembers can be trusted--and that the darkness will do anything to get her back."--

Gilligan, Carol, 1936-

"Boston, 1969. Eve, a dancer whose feelings are expressed through the body and movement, senses an inexplicable distance growing between herself and her husband, Gabe, a journalist and father of her two children. Feeling lost and alone, she begins an affair; Gabe detects it immediately and begins one himself. Yet somehow they find their way back to each other, and when Eve gives birth to a daughter, their marriage becomes vital again. Years later, when Gabe returns from a reporting trip to the Middle East and Berlin, Eve again perceives something is wrong in her marriage. He has always had a darkness she could not fathom--deep psychological scars from his childhood, when Gabe escaped Nazi Germany on the Kindertransport. Amsterdam, 1991. Newly separated from Gabe, Eve has accepted a fellowship to choreograph a dance inspired by the story of Adam and Eve. When a colleague introduces her to a new translation of the ancient text, Eve begins to redefine the way she thinks about women, men, and relationships--and, perhaps, to see another path back to her marriage" -- Provided by publisher

The Farewitch of Foxe Holler

Goff, Ellen Pauley,

"Honey Frost is Foxe Holler's dependable Farewitch. With a dash of flour and a pinch of charm, Honey carries on her family's legacy for healing any ailment with the right recipe. She just didn't expect to inherit the role twenty years early and relatively untrained. When the Holler's reclusive Warlock suddenly requests a Farewitch to cure his mysterious illness, Honey's ordered life turns upside down. Honey is reluctant to help--Witches and Warlocks do not get along. Then he tempts her with the one thing she can't resist: access to his infamous library of spellbooks and grimoires. Soon, Honey is the newest resident of his moody farmhouse, which has one gorgeous kitchen. And a Warlock that maybe...isn't so frightful after all. Or old. Or bad looking. But as Honey works to unravel his illness, a darker threat looms: The Widow Witch, who steals a soul from Foxe Holler every year, is due--and this time, she wants the Warlock"--

Mróz, Remigiusz, 1987-

"Oficer policji, który zaatakował niewinnego chłopaka, zgłasza się do kancelarii Żelazy Chyłka Klejn w poszukiwaniu ratunku.Ż̇adne z prawników nie chce podejmować się z góry przegranej sprawy, okazuje sie jednak, że funkcjonariusz działał pod przykrywką w organizacji przestępczej - i swoimi czynami ocalił życie Chyłce i Oryńskiemu. Joanna tymczasem toczy własną walkę sadową - jej siotra ma zostać pozbawiona praw rodzicielskich, a jej córka trafić pod opiekę ojca, niebezpiecznego psychopaty, który zgotuje dziecku piekło. Chyłka zrobi wszystko, żeby siostrzenica nie wpadła w jego ręce - nawet jeśli będzie oznaczało to przekroczenie wszystkich obowiązujących zasad prawnych."--Page 4 of cover

"A stunning novel of romance and redemption set in the Spunes, OR world, filled with heartbreak and hope from "master of emotion" (Rachel Lynn Solomon) USA Today bestselling author Tarah DeWitt. Bea always wanted to be a mom. But she never expected she'd have to lose her best friend to do it. Armed with nothing but her best friend's eggs and a bucket list to complete, Bea's world is a sea of changes. When she needs a place to stay, her longtime friend Silas steps in to help. A firefighter grappling with the aftermath of an accident, Silas has his own challenges to work through that have left him cautious and vulnerable. At first, they expect nothing. But as these two former sunshines knit together in a love that has been unfulfilled until now, a new beginning comes out of the ashes of the past-one that will lead to a love that can withstand all the slings and arrows, joys and triumphs, that life can throw. Tarah DeWitt's novels are: "Pure magic." - Elsie Silver "[Filled with] melt-your-face off intimacy." - Jessica Joyce "Aching and sexy." - Julie Soto"-- Provided by publisher

We've been here before how rebellion and activism have always sustained America

Days, Michael I.,

A compelling survey of the key revolutionary moments when the promise of America has been fully realized, paying particular attention to the women and people of color history has overlooked. Compiled by journalists Michael I. Days and Angela P. Dodson as a reminder that America has always been sustained by rebellion and activism

Michelin travel guide. Italy

Radical duke how one aristocrat - and the American Revolution - transformed Britain

Allen, Danielle, 1971-

When Danielle Allen unearthed a parchment of the Declaration of Independence buried away in Sussex, England, little did she know that she had discovered a story of historical magnitude that would alter our understanding of British and American history. Revealing that the Age of Revolution began earlier than we thought--not with the Boston patriots nor with the Parisian Jacobins, but in Britain itself--Allen demonstrates in Radical Duke that the rights of man, the theory of revolution, and calls for popular sovereignty all emerged from the radical energies of London before they spread across the Atlantic and the Channel. At the center of this new age was Charles Lennox, the progressive Third Duke of Richmond, a rarely cited historical figure who becomes the biographical focus of Allen's groundbreaking work. Even with royal blood coursing through his veins, the handsome, gallivanting Duke (1735-1806) preferred to rub shoulders with ordinary folk--supporting the rights of jurors, freedom of the press, and religious toleration. As Allen shows, from 1767 to 1782, he was England's leading voice of opposition to the Crown, and, as the leader of the Sussex militia, even a threat to the King's power. But the Duke did not challenge the Crown alone. The archives have long hidden the covert alliance between the young Duke and his age-mate Thomas Paine, the future author of Common Sense. While working as an obscure tax collector, Paine was engaged by the Duke to contribute to the most influential but anonymous newspaper essays of the age, The Letters of Junius, which spawned sedition trials, defined the rights of man, and brought England to the brink of revolution. Along with a small cadre of radicals, Paine and the Duke fired hearts across two continents and secretly stoked a burgeoning political movement. Throughout Radical Duke, Allen sets the record straight. Through archival evidence, confirmed with computational tools, she reveals the anonymous authors of the inflammatory Junius letters; she also identifies a new Paine work, his first book, The Juryman's Touchstone, cowritten in 1771. In the end, the Duke swerved. He did not advocate the overthrow of the monarchy but remained loyal to both Crown and people, launching an age of reform. With her penetrating prose, Allen resuscitates a seminal political figure who has been egregiously neglected throughout history

Tomoko Fusé's amazing kusudama origami geometric paper art from Japan's leading expert!

Fuse, Tomoko, 1951-

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!

Serving Latino communities a how-to-do-it manual for librarians

Alire, Camila A.,

This excellent, comprehensive, and clear manual will guide libraries large and small in initiating or augmenting services to their Latino populations. After an introductory chapter that provides a general overview of Latino culture and social characteristics, the authors present step-by-step advice on how libraries can assess their Latino communities' information needs and obtain data that will help convince those who hold the purse strings that such needs deserve serious attention

The first All-Star Game Babe Ruth, FDR, and America at the crossroads

Sullivan, Randall,

"Acclaimed journalist Randall Sullivan tells the story of baseball in America, from its rough-and-tumble origins through the first decades of the twentieth century and into the pivotal summer of 1933-when national crisis and a sport's fight for survival converged in baseball's first All-Star Game. 1933. America was still reeling from the crash. Breadlines stretched around city blocks and shantytowns sprawled in the shadows of skyscrapers. American optimism was fading-and baseball was in trouble, too. Owners slashed budgets, fans stayed home, and even the mighty Babe Ruth seemed to have lost some of his magic. The election of Franklin D. Roosevelt offered hope, but just days before his inauguration, five shots rang out-missing the president-elect, killing the mayor of Chicago, and setting in motion a chain of events that would eventually bring together the world's best ballplayers for the first All-Star Game. It was a newspaperman's idea: The Game of the Century. Put the world's best on one field but let the public decide who belonged there. At a moment when some feared the national pastime would not survive the decade, Chicago would host it as the highlight of the 1933 World's Fair. The city hoped to shed its reputation as a haven for gamblers and gangsters and help restore America's standing on the world stage. But abroad, dark clouds were gathering. Hitler was Germany's new chancellor, and Mussolini had consolidated his power. As visitors strolled the fairgrounds, Italian warplanes flew overhead, and a zeppelin sent by the German delegation circled the city emblazoned with a swastika. The First All-Star Game is the story of a nation and a sport at a crossroads-and a sweeping look back at baseball's early history and the America that shaped it. Deeply researched and filled with remarkable characters-legendary players like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Lefty Grove rubbing shoulders with Bonnie and Clyde, Al Capone, and Charles Lindbergh-Randall Sullivan explores the history of an American obsession and captures the moment when both the sport and the nation found renewal in a single spectacle of hope"-- Provided by publisher

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

100 questions & answers about Alzheimer's & dementia

Poole, Simon B.,

"Whether you're seeking answers for yourself or supporting a loved one, 100 Questions & Answers About Alzheimer's & Dementia For Dummies is your essential guide for navigating the challenges of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Inside, you'll find straightforward, research-backed information to help you understand symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and practical strategies for daily life and caregiving. With this book, you'll feel empowered to make informed decisions and find support every step of the way"--

Evidence of the extraordinary discoveries from the series The proof is out there

Sancho, Miguel,

"From an executive producer of the hit HISTORY® network series The Proof Is Out There®, an evidence-based peek behind and beyond some of the world's greatest mysteries. In recent years the assumed existence of UFOs/UAPs, the widespread acceptance of government interference in the truth, and reconsideration of a litany of other inexplicable phenomena has gone from whispers at the edges of polite discussion to the very center of "mainstream" news and debate. The HISTORY® network series The Proof Is Out There has been on the case all along, applying a learned and discerning eye to the most curious phenomena on the planet. Evidence of the Extraordinary takes fans of the show and newcomers alike deeper into these wonders than ever before. Series executive producer Miguel Sancho gives readers new insight on the hard-bitten journalism and cutting-edge technology the show uses to answer some of history's most intractable questions as chapters explore topics like cryptozoology, simulation theory, the afterlife, ancient archeology, and more. And with the addition of more than sixty full-color photographs depicting the phenomena in question, Evidence of the Extraordinary presents both a road map and skeleton key to the unexplained."--

Force of nature understanding evolution's deepest logic--and putting it to use

Jones, Owen D.,

"Most of us learned about natural selection back in high school science class and think we understand it pretty well-or, at least, we get the basics of how it works. Many of us even have a sense of its implications for everyday life, like how we should be cautious about overusing antibiotics, but also take care to finish out a full prescription even after we're already feeling better. Yet studies show that significant misconceptions about evolution and natural selection abound, even among highly educated specialists in biology, from medical students to high school biology teachers-not to mention the rest of us. In Force of Nature, professor of biology and law Owen D. Jones shows how we misunderstand and neglect natural selection to our detriment, both missing opportunities to better achieve our goals and, sometimes, even imperiling lives and livelihoods. Ranging across the natural world and spheres of human endeavor alike, from medicine, agriculture, and AI to economics, law, and beyond, Jones demonstrates how a finer appreciation of the speed, scale, and applications of natural selection-including its influence on behavior, both human and animal-can help open new horizons in cancer treatment and space exploration; create faster machines and more maneuverable robots; design more effective, just laws; and more. We all know that evolution put us here in the first place, but Force of Nature shows how a richer understanding of it can be even more useful than we may think"-- Provided by publisher

Scandinavian everyday vibrant, simple meals from Northern Europe

Accettola, Nichole, 1972-

"Explore Scandinavian cuisine through over 75 healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make recipes for bowls, salads, soups, desserts, and more, from the IACP Award-winning chef and author of Scandinavian from Scratch"-- Provided by publisher

Algebra I for dummies

Sterling, Mary Jane,

"Algebra I For Dummies, 3rd Edition is your clear guide to grasping basic algebra. With the easy-to-follow explanations in this book, you'll understand variables, polynomials, absolute value, linear equations, and beyond. The content matches right up with Algebra I curricula and teaching methods, so you can follow right along in class and shine at exam time. For first-time learners and those looking for a refresher, this Dummies guide makes algebra truly approachable."--

The official ACT English guide

The bad-ass librarians of Timbuktu and their race to save the world's most precious manuscripts

Hammer, Joshua, 1957-

In the 1980s, a young adventurer and collector for a government library, Abdel Kader Haidara, journeyed across the Sahara Desert and along the Niger River, tracking down and salvaging tens of thousands of ancient Islamic and secular manuscripts that had fallen into obscurity. Hammer tells the story of how Haidara, a mild-mannered archivist and historian from the legendary city of Timbuktu, later became one of the world's greatest and most brazen smugglers. In 2012, thousands of Al-Qaeda militants from northwest Africa seized control of most of Mali, including Timbuktu. They imposed Sharia law, chopped off the hands of accused thieves, stoned to death unmarried couples, and threatened to destroy the great manuscripts. As the militants tightened their control over Timbuktu, Haidara organized a dangerous operation to sneak all 350,000 volumes out of the city to the safety of southern Mali

Cuddly crochet pets 30 easy plushie patterns to create adorable cats, dogs & more

Shofowora, Glory,

"Make huggable plushies of beloved animal companions with this collection of creative crochet patterns. Glory Shofowora shares an array of adorable pets using soft chenille yarn and easy techniques, perfect for beginners"--Back cover

Tóibín, Colm, 1955-

"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

Morris, Heather (Screenwriter),

"Jesse is fifteen. She loves her friends, her little brother and her parents, even when they're arguing, which feels constant these days. But most of all, she loves playing video games. Even from her hospital bed. Alex is twenty-nine. He doesn't love a lot of things and isn't really sure he knows how to. A virtual reality games designer, his work desk is empty except for his computer, much like his life sometimes feels. Then Jesse makes a wish. A simple one: a video experience made of her life, something to be there, just in case she isn't. One loving teenager. One lonely adult. Which one will get the happy ending?"--

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"--

Deaver, Jeffery,

A murder at a writer's conference. A brilliant sleuth. A mysterious woman who has gone into hiding. A serial killer with a never-before-seen motive. Everything that Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs know about the nature o fe evil is called into question in this collection of short stories

Daughters of the sun and moon

"In 1870, three Chinese women arrive in the small, dusty, and violent pueblo of Los Angeles. Dove, the bound-footed daughter of an imperial scholar, is entrancing and innocent. These characteristics should bring her great rewards, beginning with her arranged marriage to a much older merchant. Petal, the big-footed daughter of peasants, has grown up hungry and with dirt between her toes. In a moment of desperation, Petal's father sells her to buy money for rice seed, and she is loaded onto a ship to the Gold Mountain--America--where she is once again sold. Moon is married to a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine. She is educated, speaks fluent English, and has been endowed with a face of great beauty, yet her failed footbinding as a child has left her with a limp that lessens her value in the eyes of many. Each woman has her own desires. Dove wants to love and be loved, Petal desires freedom, and Moon seeks justice. Together they face a larger society that wishes them not one ounce of good will. Anti-Chinese sentiment is strong in Los Angeles, and this eventually leads to the Night of Horrors during which all three women are challenged in ways they could not have imagined. Brought together by hardship and heartbreak, they must use their bravery, endurance, and ability to 'eat bitterness' to discover their voices, find freedom, and connect through solace and friendship. Together they are daughters of the sun and moon."--

Andrews, Donna,

"Meg has finally found time to get some blacksmithing done when a call from her dad interrupts her--can she come out to Ragnar's right away to help with the horses? Their friend Ragnar Ragnarsen, who is gradually turning the enormous house on his nearby estate into an authentic moated castle, has agreed to shelter nearly fifty horses for Hoof and Hearth, an equine rescue organization that has lost access to the farm where the horses have been living. The owner of the farm recently died without leaving a will, and while his older son Abel would be happy to let the horses stay, younger brother George wants to sell to a developer . . . and is suspected of sending a thug to harm the horses as part of his efforts to evict Hoof and Hearth. That night, while Meg and her family are camping at one of Ragnar's barns, to keep an eye on the horses, they discover that the thug has been murdered. Unfortunately George is alibied . . . but his horse-loving brother Abel is not. Neither are the hot-tempered founder of Hoof and Hearth or the passionately protective ex-jockey who serves as its stablemaster. Meg juggles helping keep the horses safe and doing what she can to help the chief solve the thug's murder . . . all the while hoping that the killer won't turn out to be one of the dedicated horse rescuers she has come to like and respect."--

Vengeance the last stands of Custer, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull

Clavin, Tom, 1954-

"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 last kings of Hollywood Coppola, Lucas, Spielberg and the battle for the soul of American cinema

Fischer, Paul (Documentary film producer),

"In the summer of 1967, as the old Hollywood studio system was dying, an intense, uncompromising young film school graduate named George Lucas walked onto the Warner Bros backlot for his first day working as an assistant to another up-and-coming, largely-unknown filmmaker, a boisterous father of two called Francis Ford Coppola. At the exact same time, across town on the Universal Studios lot, a film-obsessed twenty-year-old from a peripatetic Jewish family, Steven Spielberg longed to break free from his apprenticeship for the struggling studio and become a film director in his own right. Within a year,the three men would become friends. Spielberg, prioritizing security, got his seven-year contract directing television. Lucas and Coppola, hungry for independence, left Hollywood for San Francisco to found an alternative studio, American Zoetrope, and make films without answering to corporate capitalism. Based on extensive research and hundreds of original interviews with the inner circle of these Hollywood icons, [this book] tells the thrilling, dramatic inside story ofhow, over the next fifteen years, the three filmmakers rivalled andsupported each other, fell out and reconciled, and struggled to reinvent popular American cinema"--

Born a crime stories from a South African childhood

Noah, Trevor, 1984-

"Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents' indiscretion, Trevor was kept mostly indoors for the earliest years of his life, bound by the extreme and often absurd measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africa's tyrannical white rule, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle. Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life. The stories collected here are by turns hilarious, dramatic, and deeply affecting. Whether subsisting on caterpillars for dinner during hard times, being thrown from a moving car during an attempted kidnapping, or just trying to survive the life-and-death pitfalls of dating in high school, Trevor illuminates his curious world with an incisive wit and unflinching honesty. His stories weave together to form a moving and searingly funny portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world in a dangerous time, armed only with a keen sense of humor and a mother's unconventional, unconditional love." --

The Seekers of Deer Creek

Two estranged sisters on a quest to find a painting by a forgotten Vietnamese artist that holds the truth of their family's fractured past

When lemons give you life

Johnston, Anna, 1983-

"Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He's done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides. Life's given him all the lemons he can handle - so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It's supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he's regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavor and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect . . . Meanwhile, Griff's younger sister, Lisa, is navigating a new ADHD diagnosis and the spark of an unexpected romance. Despite their fractured sibling relationship, she dutifully visits Griff, though she knows hope of a reconciliation is gone, buried in the silence between them. But the truth has a way of boiling over - and when secrets, soufflés and second chances collide, they may discover a recipe for forgiveness."--

Sunlight finds you

Moriarty, Laura, 1970-

"Nora is a spitfire on the cusp of adulthood in 1950s America. She's curious, sharp, and resilient. In quick succession she loses her mother, gains a stepfamily, and moves thousands of miles to newly developing Florida, but she never loses her spark--which is what attracts Leonard, the handsome, older boy at her new high school. Soon, Nora and Leonard are inseparable. Not everyone is comfortable with their tender romance, however, and they are abruptly torn apart. Over a dramatic period of years that include the separations of war and dreams deferred, Nora never forgets what it felt like to love and be loved the way she experienced during her adolescence, and she never stops longing for the person who made her feel whole."--Provided by publisher

"When the Pickford siblings arrive at The Grand Hotel-a nostalgic tourist paradise of horse-drawn carriages, muddled cocktails, and white sweaters on the tennis court-they have every intention of spending the long weekend making nice. Pete, the nation's foremost expert on gastropods (mollusks), is keen to wade around the lake in search of a rare and exciting Carthusian snail. Viv, reeling from the secret revelation that her husband is gay, is determined to put on a brave face for her daughter. And Corey, a charming, handsome grifter, has lucked into five pounds of cocaine he plans to sell to the first dumb rich guy he can find. But when Pete falls for the alluring mother of a local kid, when Viv's daughter gets up to teenage trouble, and when Corey finds the wealthy guests less interested in party drugs than golf clubs and waffle cones, the long weekend of family bonding veers into disaster. Why did their father bring them to this cushy island resort in the first place? And why does Corey, the biggest screw up of them all, seem to be the only one who knows the truth? As secrets spill, old flames are fanned, and an innocent snail is crushed beneath the unrelenting heel of a hiking boot. In a story that is as sneakily wise as it is absurdly funny, Ryan Effgen's debut shows how sometimes the people who bring out your worst-your family-can also be the ones to bring you out of your shell"-- Provided by publisher

Knoll, Jessica,

"Faye is one half of a power producing duo with her Hollywood husband. Henry is a married father running the family business. On the surface, both of their lives have essentially gone to plan. But when their former beloved college professor suddenly passes away, Faye and Henry find themselves back on campus for the funeral, circling something old and dangerous. Something, if Faye is honest with herself, she has been trying to duplicate for years. But Henry is one of a kind. The kind who delivers a hypnotic apology for the way things ended. The kind who invites himself back to her hotel room. The kind who drugs and kidnaps her. When Faye comes to at Henry's remote mountain cabin, she's beside herself. Has Henry brought her here to punish her? She did, after all, write and star in a lauded episode of television based on their indelicate appetites and vicious breakup. As her week of captivity unfolds, Faye finds herself pulled back into his irresistible gravity. But as Faye and Henry spiral into their old dynamic, a sprawling, years-old mystery begins to take shape -- one that will rewrite history as Faye remembers it and reveal an astounding, cataclysmic truth."--

The Texas Hill Country

Johnstone, William W.,

"Three brothers and their sister, the Braxton heirs lost everything they had in Europe so they boarded a ship to the Texas coast, hoping to stake a claim in the land of opportunity. They knew frontier life would be hard -- but their troubles begin before they even reach Texas. A man is killed on board -- a member of the fierce MacLochlainn clan who blame one of the Braxtons for his death. So begins a blood-drenched feud that will haunt and pursue them as they try to build a future in Texas Hill Country" --

Hillier, Jennifer,

"A serial killer recants his long-ago confession regarding a small-town high school girl-and her then-best friends are forced to confront what really happened that night and what's happening now. Twenty-five years ago in Seaside, Washington, a charming drifter named Sam met three inseparable teenage girls at the local amusement park. Days later, one of them was found dead, her body surfacing in a flooded cranberry bog not far from where she was murdered. Barb and Nicolette were shocked to learn that the man they all met at Wonderland was the Carnival Killer. After he's arrested for the murders of five young women - one of whom was their best friend, Lorelei - Nicolette moved to the city to pursue her dreams of being famous. Barb stayed behind in Seaside, eventually becoming a reporter for the local paper. Their past safely behind them, they've both moved on with their lives. But when the Carnival Killer recants his confession and a new body washes ashore on the eve of Wonderland's grand reopening, the secrets that Barb and Nicolette have worked so hard to bury begin to resurface, threatening to destroy everything in their carefully constructed lives."-- Provided by publisher

One of the family

Edwards, Mark (Fiction writer),

"When Patrick is invited by his girlfriend to join her and her family on a luxury holiday in a remote and beautiful part of Scotland, he has no idea that he is about to be plunged into a nightmare of a family, sinister behavior and a plot to murder the patriarch's younger fiancée. Arriving at the house, Patrick meets Holly's dad, self-made-millionaire Charles, along with her brother Lewis and older sister Miranda. Also on the trip is the widowed Charles' bride-to-be, Jasmine, who--in her thirties--is around the same age as the three siblings. Lewis and Miranda are horrified by their dad's impending marriage to this younger woman. Surely, she is just after his money--and is going to steal their inheritance from them. To make things worse, Jasmine is an almost exact doppelganger of their mother before she got sick and died. Patrick finds himself in the middle of this viper's nest, trying to keep out of the family crosshairs. He starts to suspect that Lewis has dark plans for Jasmine--putting himself in peril as a potential witness who could mess up his scheme. Perhaps more than one person won't escape this family of snakes"--

"A stunning novel of romance and redemption set in the Spunes, OR world, filled with heartbreak and hope from "master of emotion" (Rachel Lynn Solomon) USA Today bestselling author Tarah DeWitt. Bea always wanted to be a mom. But she never expected she'd have to lose her best friend to do it. Armed with nothing but her best friend's eggs and a bucket list to complete, Bea's world is a sea of changes. When she needs a place to stay, her longtime friend Silas steps in to help. A firefighter grappling with the aftermath of an accident, Silas has his own challenges to work through that have left him cautious and vulnerable. At first, they expect nothing. But as these two former sunshines knit together in a love that has been unfulfilled until now, a new beginning comes out of the ashes of the past-one that will lead to a love that can withstand all the slings and arrows, joys and triumphs, that life can throw. Tarah DeWitt's novels are: "Pure magic." - Elsie Silver "[Filled with] melt-your-face off intimacy." - Jessica Joyce "Aching and sexy." - Julie Soto"-- Provided by publisher

Morrissey, Bridget,

"As total opposites, Marlowe Jenkins and Priscilla Covington-French hated each other in high school. Now, sixteen years later, Marlowe is barely scraping by, while Priscilla is wildly successful. Their rivalry should be long dead, yet both women remain connected through their mutual mentor, drama teacher Dallas Winthrop. Their unending tension has nothing to do with the fact that they've kissed. More than once. When Dallas goes missing, each woman believes she can figure out where he is. Except this is no ordinary disappearance. Dallas has found a way to explore alternate versions of reality. While trying to follow him, Marlowe and Priscilla find other versions of themselves instead and surprisingly learn not all of them are fueled by hate, In fact, some Marlowes and Priscillas have very different strong feelings for each other.... The more Marlowe and Priscilla are forced to rely on each other, the harder it becomes to ignore their simmering attraction. But with every alternate reality they search, they only get further from their real lives and responsibilities. Do they play it safe an hide behind their rivalry or take a chance on each other that could permanently change the world as they know it?"--

"Mourning Mayne knows he'll one day bear the duty of managing his family's vast empire of wealth and power. But the feckless Mourning has always struggled to accept this legacy, which is one of cruelty, domination, and exploitation... and something even darker. Because the Maynes are no ordinary family: Hidden in our world are the fiends--half-human, half-demon, and possessed of dark magic born from buying human souls--and the Maynes are one of the oldest and most influential fiendish families. But when Mourning's estranged father, the formidable and terrifying Hadrian Mayne, demands that he return to the fold, Mourning has to make a decision whether to accept his legacy and embrace his role in the family, or to forge his own destiny, and with it, change the course of the world. Because along the way home, he will meet Key, a black-market seller of human souls, and Quinn, an artist who may hold the dark truth behind the fate of the fiends. Alone, they have all struggled with the darkness of their fiendish nature... but together, they might find a path out of the shadows"--

Lavender, Meredith,

"Following a shocking murder, a woman must face the husband she thought she knew...Este Walker didn't move to Florida to make friends. Five years ago, she ghosted her life in California to reinvent herself among the lakefront estates of Florida's elite. With a cocktail in hand, more money than she could ever spend, and a past she intends to keep hidden, she's finally content--or, you know, close enough. Her husband, Beau, and her best friend, Nora, are the only company Este needs. But when someone she'd much rather forget resurfaces, the past begins to close on her. And then a mysterious death turns Winter Park upside down--and Beau, who's keeping secrets of his own, is implicated...Thrust into a high-stakes murder investigation, Este must unravel a web of lies and deception to answer the question: What exactly happened in California, and has it come back to haunt her? More important: How is she going to get herself out of this mess?"--

A heartbeat at my feet

Judd, Kristin, 1979-

After years of dreams deferred, Josie Ballard's life is about to change. She and her husband are off to Sorrento for a summer adventure, but on the eve of their departure, Josie discovers his infidelity. Devastated, she leaves her faithless husband, heading for the sun-drenched Italian coast. Alone, future unknown. Five thousand miles away, Cicero, a rather snobbish terrier of indeterminate breeding, is likewise living an upturned life after his beloved human's passing. Heartbroken, he wanders the wilds of Pompeii. When a flustered tourist with a kind smile appears in the ruins, clutching her tote bag and map, Cicero and Josie collide like the two lost souls they are. In a series of turns as twisty as Sorrento's streets, Cicero leads Josie to her second act: Hugo, a charming and somewhat contrary local bookseller. Against a backdrop of quaint villages, sun-dappled olive orchards, and the shimmering Mediterranean Sea, Hugo and Josie embark on a friendship that just might tiptoe into romance, with little Cicero to help them along the way--for dogs, he reasons, are nothing if not experts when it comes to love

Shortbread in the Highlands

Gunn, Robin Jones, 1955-

"When cousins Nora and Allie travel to Scotland to claim their Gran's inheritance, a cottage by a loch seems the perfect setting until they're derailed by delays and village eccentrics. After exploring castles and hiking heather-covered hills, they uncover family secrets that present a life-changing future"-- Provided by publisher

Sáinz de la Maza, Aro, 1959-

"Działa z precyzją artysty i okrucieństwem kata. Czy jego ofiarą może być... miasto? Na fasadzie budynku Casa Milà zawisa płonące ciało mężczyzny. Wszystko wskazuje na starannie zaplanowaną zbrodnię - bez śladów, za to z brutalnym nagraniem, które paraliżuje mieszkańców miasta. Do śledztwa dolącza inspektor Milo Malart. Ma ostatnią szansę, aby udowodnić, że jego intuicja nadal działa jak skalpel. Z pomocą bystrej profilerki Rebeki Mercader odkrywa kolejne elementy układanki. Znaki pozostawione przez sprawcę oznaczają jedno - miasto Gaudiego jeszcze długo spokojnie nie zaśnie. Kat Gaudiego Aro Sainza de La Mazy otwiera cykl Morderstwa W Barcelonie. Mroczny klimat, precyzyjna intryga i bohater, który sam balansuje na krawędzi - to kryminał idealny dla fanów solidnych, klasycznych dochodzeń z pełnokrwistą psychologią i gęstą atmosferą miasta."--Page 4 of cover

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

We the women the hidden heroes who shaped America

O'Donnell, Norah,

"Over a decades-long, distinguished career ... journalist Norah O'Donnell has made it her mission to shed light on untold women's stories. Now, in honor of America's 250th birthday, O'Donnell focuses that passion on the American heroines who helped change the course of history. ... Through extensive research and interviews, as well as historical documents and old photos, O'Donnell curates a ... portrait of these fierce fighters for freedom. From Mary Katherine Goddard, who printed the first signed Declaration of Independence, to the Forten family women, who were active in the abolition and suffrage movements and were considered the 'Black Founders' of Philadelphia, to the first women who served in the armed forces even before they had the right to vote, O'Donnell brings these extraordinary women together for the first time, and in doing so writes the American story anew"--

The last kings of Hollywood Coppola, Lucas, Spielberg and the battle for the soul of American cinema

Fischer, Paul (Documentary film producer),

"In the summer of 1967, as the old Hollywood studio system was dying, an intense, uncompromising young film school graduate named George Lucas walked onto the Warner Bros backlot for his first day working as an assistant to another up-and-coming, largely-unknown filmmaker, a boisterous father of two called Francis Ford Coppola. At the exact same time, across town on the Universal Studios lot, a film-obsessed twenty-year-old from a peripatetic Jewish family, Steven Spielberg longed to break free from his apprenticeship for the struggling studio and become a film director in his own right. Within a year,the three men would become friends. Spielberg, prioritizing security, got his seven-year contract directing television. Lucas and Coppola, hungry for independence, left Hollywood for San Francisco to found an alternative studio, American Zoetrope, and make films without answering to corporate capitalism. Based on extensive research and hundreds of original interviews with the inner circle of these Hollywood icons, [this book] tells the thrilling, dramatic inside story ofhow, over the next fifteen years, the three filmmakers rivalled andsupported each other, fell out and reconciled, and struggled to reinvent popular American cinema"--

McFadden, Freida,

"Death is coming for her ... unless she finds the truth first. Talia Kemper is on death row for murdering her husband. She had an alibi and no known motive, yet Talia's unwavering protestations of innocence have always been ignored. Then one day in the visiting area, she sees a man she's certain is her husband. The person she's been convicted of killing may not be dead after all. But as the days tick away toward Talia's execution, what will it take for her to be believed?"--

Normandin, Evann,

"When Landon receives a letter from Rose--the woman he once planned forever with--he learns their love story is over. She's undergone a radical memory-erasing treatment, leaving behind her grief, her past ... and him. But Landon can't bear to lose the love of his life. If she fell for him once, couldn't she fall for him again? Now living in Edinburgh, Rose's world is a blank canvas, and she's dating someone new. When Landon reenters her life as a stranger, they become fast friends, their lives entwining once more. But what Rose doesn't know is that this new friend carries the weight of everything they once shared: their firsts, their marriage, and the heartbreak they barely survived. And when she starts exhibiting strange symptoms, it becomes clear their history isn't gone--it's just buried. And remembering could come at a devastating cost. Told in alternating timelines--his from the present, hers from the past--The Good Parts is an achingly poignant story about the people we become across a lifetime, and the quiet grace of learning to let go while holding on to what's worth keeping"-- Provided by publisher

The delivery a novella

Hurwitz, Gregg,

"Rebecca and Mark Higgins are doing their best to hold their family together. She's healing from the pain of a miscarriage, he's drowning in pressure at work, and their neurodivergent daughter, Maddy, needs all the care she can get. So when a cutting-edge tech company offers the perfect solution, they jump at the chance. And they welcome 'Mr. Man'--a humanoid AI companion--into their home. Designed to anticipate their needs, he's like a miracle at first. The house runs like clockwork. Meals appear on the table. And Maddy thrives under his patient attention. But when inexplicable tragedies start to strike the neighborhood, Rebecca glimpses a darker pattern at play. Each incident is an answer to an unspoken fear, each kindness shadowed by violence. Mr. Man isn't just following instructions--he's anticipating what they want. Even the things they never dared to say. And if he's executing their darkest desires, it's their responsibility to stop him...at any cost"--

Peterson, Jessica (Jessica L.), 1985-

"She isn't supposed to care about a ranch. She definitely isn't supposed to fall for the foreman. And his six-year-old son is absolutely, definitely not supposed to capture her heart. Lainey Brown is not ranch material. She's a city girl who landed on the legendary Wallace Ranch to give the place a fresh coat of branding-and get her career back on track. She's got no interest in cowboys, cattle, or the infuriatingly gorgeous foreman who clearly wants her gone. Colton Wallace has spent every day since losing his wife building something worth leaving to his son: a spotless reputation, a thriving operation, and a life with no room for complications. The last thing he needs is a firecracker from Austin with a sketchbook full of big ideas and a smile that makes him forget every reason he swore off wanting things he can't keep. But somewhere between their very first fight and a Texas night sky that stretches on forever, something shifts. Lainey stops counting the days until she can leave. And Colt stops pretending he wants her to. The ranch has always been the Wallace legacy. But Colt is starting to wonder if the best thing that's ever happened to it-and to him-just walked in wearing city shoes"-- Provided by publisher

Losers. Part one

Laroux, Harley,

"I was supposed to have it all. I'd been Prom Queen, Cheer Captain -- high school's most savage Queen Bee. I could have everything I wanted. Except them. The freaks, the weirdos, the school's ultimate losers: Manson, Jason, Lucas, and Vincent. Our hatred for each other couldn't keep us apart, not even when my own mistake got Manson expelled and made me the ultimate villain to the rest of them. One night was supposed to be enough. I couldn't resist forever. For one night I gave myself over to the men I wasn't supposed to want and satisfied the darkest parts of my soul. But some things are meant to stay in the dark. One night, and it was over. Nothing more than a game. Now, with college behind me, our worlds collide yet again. Four men, all willing to share me as their plaything until my debt to them is paid. Another game to satiate my dark cravings, the twisted rules of which bring us all even closer than before. But games aren't meant to last. When the debt is paid and the game is done, what if I don't want to walk away?" --

See you at the Sunset

Lee, Susan (Novelist),

"Jia Chung is living the dream...until she gets fired from her job, yet again. With her mom breathing down her neck to move home, she needs an escape, fast. When Mimi, her beloved grandmother, invites her to spend the summer in Palm Springs, Jia jumps at the chance. Staying at Sunset Hills Senior Living Community is exactly where a free spirit like Jia can thrive--among people living their best, sun-soaked, fun-filled lives. So what if they're all octogenarians? Henry Shin lives by the rules. It's what overworked corporate lawyers do. They don't fly off to Palm Springs to help their grandfathers move into a new home. But Dennis is Henry's only family. How else can Henry make sure he's settled and safe? The boisterous Zumba classes, daily happy hours, and spicy book clubs were a surprise though. And at the center, leading the charge, is a bright, vivacious stunner named Jia Chung. The same face he'd had a one-night stand with a few months back. And the same woman Henry was forced to terminate at his company the morning after. As carefree days turn into hot, steamy nights, the chemistry between Henry and Jia ignites. But when the real world beckons, should what happens at the Sunset stay at the Sunset?"--

Just for the plot

"They're just friends. At least, that's what she thinks. Him? He has other plans. Bennett Brinkman is San Francisco baseball's golden boy-focused, disciplined, and very bad at ignoring the one woman he shouldn't want. Falling for his sister's best friend was inevitable, even though she's always seen him as safe, familiar, and firmly off-limits. Bower knows exactly why wanting Bennett is a terrible idea. She's fiercely loyal to her best friend and well aware that crossing this particular line could blow everything up. But when she moves into Bennett's apartment building, that "just friends" boundary begins to blur in the most tempting ways. The banter comes fast. The sparks come faster. And pretending it's "no big deal" is getting ridiculous. As feelings get messier and attraction turns undeniable, Bennett and Bower must decide if risking their family ties is worth chasing the love that's been in front of them all along. From New York Times bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a spicy sports romance filled with late-night book club confessions, forbidden attraction, and one slow-burn love story that refuses to stay platonic"--

Wild goose chase

Adler, Sarah, 1991-

Contains content warning. Reader discretion is advised

"Robin Bellamy comes from a powerful family that would burn the world to protect its own. Now, that loyalty is being used against them. Abducted and smuggled out of the country, Robin is held captive by men who want the Bellamys' cooperation, and they're willing to bruise her and break her to get it. Cruz Moreno is the man ordered to make her suffer. Taken in at fifteen by a ruthless crime boss, Cruz learned that obedience keeps him alive and mercy gets people killed. But Robin is defiant, fearless, and way too tempting for a man who can't afford a weakness. ... Cruz's ties to the criminal world conceal secrets neither of them understands, and the truth could destroy them before they ever have the chance to claim their forbidden fate"--Page 4 of cover

See you next Tuesday

Stayman-London, Kate

In every election, they're the issue. Anya Katz is Type A and highly driven with unfaltering morals; she's never met a group project she wouldn't rather do all by herself. Gabe Hunt is a staggeringly handsome and charming golden boy who'll do whatever it takes to win. At work on Democratic campaigns, Anya and Gabe fight about everything--but how long can they fight their undeniable attraction? See You Next Tuesday follows Anya and Gabe through a decade of elections, from all-night phone banks and piles of greasy takeout to glitzy celebrity fundraisers and presidential debates. They say politics is the art of making change, but working in politics changes you--and Anya and Gabe navigate dizzying highs and devastating lows in their professional and personal lives as they evolve from enemies to grudgingly respectful colleagues to best friends to lovers . . . to bitter rivals. With breakneck banter, sizzling chemistry, and clear-eyed optimism, See You Next Tuesday is an uplifting and addictive portrait of two lovers passionately working to make history--if only they can overcome their own

O'Clover, Ellen,

"Five years of history. Four weeks on the road. Two rival copywriters learning love is the hardest sell of all. Mattie French has always known how to tell a good story. It's why she stopped at nothing to land her dream career as a copywriter at a scrappy independent advertising agency. In fact, if it weren't for one person, Mattie would probably be the most-talked-about rising star in town. Campbell Porter is a senior copywriter at Chicago's slickest agency. Absurdly talented, incredibly aware of it, and the bane of Mattie's existence since they were interns together, Campbell is always just...there, with his golden-boy smirk and the familiar gaze that never fails to taunt her across a crowded room. Mattie would love nothing more than to avoid Campbell forever. But when their agencies are pitted against each other to compete for a luxury resort account, it's her chance to prove she can beat him--and earn the promotion she covets. During the month of travel required for the pitch, Mattie and Campbell are thrown together as fierce competitors and, slowly, as unexpected witnesses to each other's hidden wounds and softest parts. As their trip barrels toward its final pitch, Mattie is forced to confront the increasingly obvious truth: the story she's crafted for her and Campbell over the years might need a new ending"-- Provided by publisher

Pink ink a dark romance

St. Graves, Avina,

"There's a serial killer prowling the city, and no one has noticed... Except for me. I see the connections between his kills-- the artistic references, the careful curation of the scene, the macabre motifs that turn violence into vivid works of art. When I recreate one of his murders for my film project at Cresswell University, I unknowingly present it to the very man who committed the crime. Professor Maddox Shaw. A world-renowned artist struggling to recapture his muse. A serial killer caught deep in the web of a dangerous secret society. A man who makes me come alive. Sleeping with your professor is bad enough. Sleeping with a serial killer is just asking for trouble. When trouble finds me, it's not Maddox, but the powerful people pulling his strings. There's no line they won't cross to keep their secrets safe. And there's no line Maddox won't cross to keep me. After all, he's good at killing people."--

Christmas in Austenland

"Itching for a big change, Kestrel enters a contest and wins a vacation to Pembrook Park, an immersive Austen experience, but just as she begins to let down her well-honed defenses, an unexpected visitor disrupts the holiday celebrations"-- Provided by publisher

Romance is dead

"Scream queen Quinn has had it with scary movies. After years as Hollywood's horror It Girl, she's sick of the tabloids and the off-screen drama. So she's decided: one last film, before quitting for good. All that stands in her way is leading man Teddy James. Reality TV star and renowned playboy Teddy has looks to kill for, but absolutely no talent. AKA, Quinn's worst nightmare. That's until they stumble - literally - across a dead body on set. Everyone believes it's a tragic accident, but Quinn's not convinced. So she offers Teddy a deal: acting lessons in exchange for his help investigating. And as Teddy and Quinn dig deeper, she begins to wonder what's most at risk here - their lives, or her heart?"--Publisher

Frost and venom

Feehan, Christine,

"Surgical and trauma nurse Harlow Frye loves the small town of Knightly, where breathtaking views of the Sierra and a tight circle of female friends provides a refuge from her professional life. But lately, it's Harlow's personal life that's causing all the chaos. First, a series of anonymous threatening letters are left in her mailbox. Then, Harlow is dealt a blow when her friend Lawyer dies after reacting to some sort of toxin. And to top it off, Harlow finds her secret obsession, CIA operative Hawkin Wilder, bleeding out on a mountain trail. As Harlow turns her home into a makeshift hospital, her infuriating, attractive patient insists on distracting her. But even in the face of their increasing connection, there's no way Harlow can ignore the escalating storm, when someone else close to her is struck down by the mysterious toxin. With little more than intuition to go on, Harlow turns to the five friends who have proved themselves to be a better family than her own flesh and blood. As the women attempt to unravel the killings, they will need to rely on their instincts and their connection to each other--or else they'll lose everything they've come to hold dear..."--

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. . ."--

How to ruin a wedding

"Lucy Delgado knows all about things that don't work out. Between two failed marriages and losing her job, "meant to be" doesn't seem to mean much anymore. And watching her sister's marriage deteriorate isn't convincing Lucy otherwise. Desperate for money and disillusioned by love, she turns her nothing-left-to-lose attitude into action as a professional wedding saboteur. Lucy knows how to play any part--old lover, nosy relative, wise stranger--to save brides and grooms from making the same mistakes she did. Until she crashes the wrong ceremony. For Anders Kennedy, Lucy's timing couldn't be better. She's exactly what he needs to derail his own sister's upcoming nuptials by posing as Anders's new girlfriend so she can slip into the family circle and sabotage from within. And Anders has the kind of money Lucy can't afford to turn down. As they fake-date their way through family celebrations, high jinks, and secrets, Lucy and Anders are forced to confront their cynicism about marriage. Their schemes were meant for the greater good, but what if love really does conquer all?" --Amazon

A fall to remember

Alexander, Ellie,

Miranda Brown is happy running her family's grocery store in Half Moon Bay, California and has no interest in becoming famous. But when her hilariously bad vacation photos go viral, she unexpectedly becomes an internet sensation. A travel company hires Miranda to promote her hometown's Fall Harvest Festival, pairing her with charming photographer Jim Cole. As they spend more time together, Miranda begins to fall for him--but when she discovers Jim's career depends on the success of the campaign, she must decide whether she can trust his feelings or if their romance is simply part of the job

Ward, Dayton, 1967-

2401: Just weeks after defeating a devastating joint attack by rogue Changelings and remnants of the Borg Collective, Starfleet and the Federation face a long period of recovery that requires replacing lost personnel and ships. While touring the U.S.S. Titan-A, which is just beginning an extensive repair-and-refit process that will take nearly a year to complete, newly promoted Captain Seven of Nine and her first officer, Commander Raffi Musiker, experience a bizarre temporal event which renders them both unconscious and sends Seven into a deep coma. In the aftermath of this inexplicable attack, Admirals Jean-Luc Picard and Beverly Crusher are surprised by the appearance of Crusher's son, Wesley. Now a Traveler capable of traversing through all of space and time, he warns them that forces he cannot identify are working to disrupt time for unknown and potentially catastrophic reasons. Reality as they know it is in jeopardy and, despite their initial best efforts, the effects are not contained but instead continue to escalate. Picard, Crusher, and Musiker join Wesley in hunting through time to stop whoever or whatever seems hellbent on rewriting history. But what is their unknown adversary's ultimate objective? Left unchecked, their efforts might well erase from existence those Picard and his friends hold most dear. What could justify attempting to defy fate itself?

"In a world divided into four rival Dominions, power is everything - and Rubi Morningtail has almost none. Three years after the Annihilation destroyed her homeland and shattered her memories, she lives as an Azure refugee in the Dominion of the Silver Tyger, scraping by as a ribbon dancer and hiding her little bit of singing magic. When she wounds a massive battle tyger on her doorstep, she draws the notice of Blake Axefire - supreme metal mage, leader of the royal tyger warriors, and the last man an Azure should trust. His sentence? Cast her into the Bonding, a brutal trial where tygers choose their riders and slaughter the rest. Surviving is unthinkable. But survive she does. Now she's stuck on Blake's elite team racing to reseal the Anchors to the demon realm. With rebels striking, demons rising, and the Dominions at each other's throats, Rubi must unlock the truth of her magic and her past...while resisting her dangerous attraction to the ruthless warrior who could be her redemption - or her ruin"-- Provided by publisher

Aveyard, Victoria,

"Cat Rose knows what it is to live in two worlds, in two times. Before, as Lady Catrine of the Meridian Empire, chained to a loathsome lord with a dwindling fortune. And after, as the Widow Rose, queen of a pirate tavern in the Lyrian Sea, determined to be the master of her own fate. But tides turn and winds change. The Meridian Empire looms on the horizon, the full weight of her navy falling on the Lyrian, bent on reclaiming the wealthy colonies and crushing the pirate republic once and for all. Ship after ship is captured, save for one captain who continuously evades both noose and blade: the legendary Valerian Kane."-- Provided by publisher

Pasha the Storm

Codega, Linda H.,

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

These vile hearts

Robinette, Melody,

"Maddox Sinclair has run out of options. No job means no health insurance - a death sentence for a type one diabetic like herself. She flees to the forest to make a desperate deal with a dryad queen: kill the Redwood King and be cured of the illness that threatens her life. In the redwood treetops, Prince Castor, is cursed - anyone who loves him is doomed to die. Like Maddox, he has made an equally unwise pact with his brother, the Redwood King: get a mortal to fall in love with him by solstice and be free of his curse forever. When Maddox mistakes Castor for the king, sparks fly and troubles ensue. Each must decide what is more important - survival and freedom, or the love they (kind of, almost) feel in their traitorous, vile hearts. Darkly funny and brimming with magic, These Vile Hearts by Melody Robinette manages to be both wicked and warm, beguiling and moving - a richly woven story of survival and fate"-- Provided by publisher

The halls of the dead

Contains content warning. Reader discretion is advised

Durst, Sarah Beth,

"Marin has always belonged on the great blue sea. Betrayed by love, Marin lives and works as a supply runner, sailing from island to island, delivering an array of goods with Perri the sea serpent and Ree the sailor shrub as her crew. On one of her routine trips to the capital, Alyssium, Marin finds a revolution underway-and her friend Dax in the line of fire. What starts as a rescue evolves into a deal: Marin will keep Dax on as a member of her crew if he pretends to be her boyfriend at the End-of-Harvest Festival back home. But against her better judgment, Marin finds herself intrigued by his stubbornness, his passion for stories, his charming smile-and realizes that perhaps she isn't saving him. Maybe it's the other way around."-- Provided by publisher

Prince of swords

"I am terrified. Yet my heart skips a beat. This man might be a monster, but he is my monster. Clara Graysword is Oricalis's most wanted. Hunted and cornered, not even her mastery of tarot can save her this time... until the mysterious Worldkeepers appear. This secretive order may hold the key to changing Clara's fate. If she dares to trust them. But the most dangerous alliance of all is one she's already deeply ensnared within: Prince Kaelis. Kaelis, second-born prince of Oricalis and headmaster of Arcana Academy, is the one man she can't escape--maybe she doesn't want to escape. Ruthless, dangerous, and bound to Clara by destiny and desire, Kaelis tests her heart as much as her loyalty. Together, they grow closer to the most powerful secrets of the tarot... and to the truths they both hide that could destroy the passion that they no longer deny. Hidden in plain sight within Arcana Academy, Clara walks the dagger's edge. Revelations about Oricalis threaten everything she thought she knew, and every choice she makes is the difference between salvation and ruin. To change the world, Clara must risk everything--her power, her beliefs, and her heart"--

The lion & the deathless dark

Broadbent, Carissa,

Content warning: "Please note that this book contains subject matter that may be difficult for some readers, including violence (including violence against children), gore and body horror, discussion of slavery, discussion of cannibalism, drug and alcohol use, grief, suicidal ideation, and pregnancy loss. Please take care while reading"--Provided by publisher

A curse of Beasts and magic

Frost, Jeaniene,

"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 witch queen

Walter, Heather, 1987-

"The wicked queen's story did not end with a happily ever after. And she wouldn't have it any other way. With the king bound to her magic mirror and his daughter, the rightful heir, hidden away in the countryside, Queen Ayleth has the kingdom entirely at her command. Despite her ultimate power, Ayleth finds herself consumed: With fears that the witches from her former coven will return to depose her. With the dread that someone at the palace will discover her secret. With her own deepening dark magic. And with thoughts of her lost love, Jacquetta -- the witch whose betrayal still haunts Ayleth as stubbornly as the lingering scent of juniper. But Ayleth's carefully-built world begins to unravel when Princess Blodwyn returns from exile in the company of Margaret, the king's scheming sister, and reveals a plan of her own: To invoke Braxos Trials, a contest of bravery, wisdom, and justice that will allow Blodwyn to retake the throne. Ayleth suddenly discovers herself in danger of losing the crown she sacrificed everything to win -- and she will do anything to retain control. And Ayleth isn't the only one struggling with her altered position. Blodwyn's homecoming soon proves more difficult than she imagined. Embroiled in Ayleth's viperous court, Blodwyn is surrounded by enemies and plagued by rumors of a long-buried curse come to life. As family secrets resurface, the princess isn't sure who -- or what -- she can trust. Especially when she may be falling for one of her rivals in the trials. As the battle for the realm intensifies, both Ayleth and Blodwyn find themselves fighting not only for the throne, but for the truth of their own souls. Soon, they must each decide: What price are they willing to pay to wear the crown?" --

Walsh, Victoria S.,

She doesn't remember her past. But some memories come with a cost. Eira Eckhart has spent years building a quiet life in a small town at the edge of a recently overthrown kingdom. Her memory is fractured, her past a blur--but with her shop, her loyal rabbit familiar, and practicing only the potions magic still legal under the watchful eye of the Iron Empire, she's managed to remain unnoticed by the empire's witch hunters. Until Hugo Venton walks through her door. Brash, clever, and infuriatingly handsome, Hugo is searching for something...and seems to know more about Eira than she knows about herself. But when a terrifying encounter with an unnatural, deadly new breed of soldier puts a price on her head, she has no choice but to join Hugo on his quest. Their hunt for a missing princess pulls Eira across the continent--and deeper into a past she can't recall. As buried memories, mysteries in the Iron Empire's capital, forgotten feelings, and the truth behind her identity begin to surface, Eira realizes the forbidden magic simmering in her veins might be the very thing that could save them from the Iron Empire's forces as they draw ever closer...if she can remember how to control it in time

A snake among swans

Tilde has always heard the whispers of the kithwood, the voices of her ancestors speaking through the mysterious forest of her homeland. But now both the kithwood and her kingdom are in danger, for Tilde is the only surviving heir of a conquered land. To stop the bloodshed, she must marry the aging swan king, Liran, and bear him a son. But the king's court is dangerous. Liran's older sons will do whatever it takes to remove Tilde. And her presence stirs conflict in the heart of Liran's daughter, the princess Elise, who has only ever known loyalty to her family. Yet none of them know that Tilde is a snake in their midst, with allies on her side and dark, forbidden power of her own. She wants her kingdom back, and she will sacrifice everything to claim it. For the queen to rise, the swans must fall

Unferth, Deb Olin,

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

Six savage thrones

The kingdom of Elben is in turmoil. One of its magical palaces lies in ruins at the bottom of the ocean and the king is on the hunt for the traitor Queen Seymour. He will not stop until he brings her to her knees. No one would ever suspect Queen Howard of treachery or spy craft, but she is no longer content to be the king's songbird. She will see to Henry's downfall. But there is a new gentleman at court, one who seems to know more about her true motives than he should -- is he friend or foe? Queen Cleves has already survived a war. She knows what she must do to protect herself, but now she finds herself fighting a longing for another queen that is so fierce it might swallow her up. Amidst the turmoil, King Henry's sister Cecilia vies for the power she has been denied. But the queens will soon learn they must work together to break the bonds that tie them to the king. For Henry is delving deeper into strange old magics, ones that could birth a monster

The passenger how a travel writer learned to love cruises & other lies from a sinking ship

Kwak, Chaney, 1979-

"In March 2019, the Viking Sky cruise ship was struck by a bomb cyclone in the Arctic Sea. Rocked by 50-foot swells and 40-knot gales, the ship lost power and began to drift straight toward the notoriously dangerous Hustadvika coast in Norway. This is the suspenseful, harrowing, funny, touching story by one passenger who contemplated death aboard that ship. Chaney Kwak is a travel writer used to all sorts of mishaps on the road, but this is a first even for him: trapped on the battered cruise ship, he stuffs his passport into his underwear just in case his body has to be identified. As the massive cruise ship sways in surging waves, Kwak holds on and watches news of the impending disaster unfold on Twitter, where the cruise ship's nearly 1,400 passengers are showered with "thoughts and prayers." More Cheryl Strayed than Jon Krakauer, Kwak uses his twenty-seven hours aboard the teetering ship to examine his family history, maritime tragedies, and the failing relationship back on shore with a man he's loved for nearly two decades: the Viking Sky, he realizes, may not be the only sinking ship he needs to escape. The Passenger takes readers for an unforgettable journey from the Norwegian coast to the South China Sea, from post-WWII Korea to pandemic-struck San Francisco. Kwak weaves his personal experience into events spanning decades and continents to explore the serendipity and relationships that move humans--perfect for readers who love to discover the world through the eyes of a perceptive and humorous observer"--

"The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Turn of the Key and In a Dark Dark Wood returns with another suspenseful thriller set on a snow-covered mountain"--

Nauti seductress

"#1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh delivers the heat with another steamy novel featuring the Mackay sisters, following Nauti Enchantress and Nauti Temptress. Zoey Mackay is as tough and savvy as anyone. But when an unknown assailant slips her a psychoactive drug, she descends into a literal nightmare of violence and blood. And even after she wakes, the horror haunts her, spurring her to learn how to defend herself. But her defense may not be enough for a different kind of opponent. Enigmatic Homeland Security honcho Chatham Bromleagh Doogan is a man with power and the will to use it. When he rescues Zoey from the depths of her drug-induced delirium, he swears to find the bastards who almost destroyed her spirit and make them pay. But when the shadowy threat returns, will Zoey and Doogan have the strength to hold onto each other and survive the coming storm?"--

The three Beths

From New York Times bestselling writer Jeff Abbott, a psychologically intense and emotionally gripping new suspense novel about a daughter's desperate search for her missing mother--one that may lead her closer to home than she ever anticipated. My mom would never leave me. This has been Mariah Dunning's motto. Her compass. Her belief. So when she glimpses her mother--who's been missing for the past year--on the other side of a crowded food court, Mariah's conviction becomes stronger than ever. Or is she losing her mind? An unlikely coincidence? When Beth Dunning disappeared without a trace, suspicion for her murder-despite the lack of a body or any physical evidence-immediately fell upon Mariah's father. Until Mariah stumbles upon two other recent disappearances from Lakehaven. And all three women had the same name: Beth. Or a sinister connection? Mariah would give anything to find out what happened to her mother, and clear her father's name. But the truth may be more devastating than she could have imagined..."--provided by publisher

Lovering, Carola,

"Best friends don't always have the best intentions. On a brisk fall night in a New York apartment, 35-year-old Billie West hears terrified screams. It's her lifelong best friend Cassie Barnwell, one floor above, and she's just realized her infant daughter has gone missing. Billie is shaken as she looks down into her own arms to see the baby, remembering - with a jolt of fear - that she is responsible for the kidnapping that has instantly shattered Cassie's world. Once fiercely bonded by their secrets, Cassie and Billie have drifted apart in adulthood, no longer the inseparable pair they used to be in their small Hudson Valley hometown. Cassie is married to a wealthy man, has recently become a mother, and is building a following as a lifestyle influencer. She is desperate to leave her past behind - including Billie, who is single and childless, and no longer fits into her world. But Billie knows the worst thing Cassie has ever done, and she will do anything to restore their friendship... Told in alternating perspectives in Lovering's signature suspenseful style, Bye, Baby confronts the myriad ways friendships change and evolve over time, the lingering echoes of childhood trauma, and the impact of women's choices on their lifelong relationships"--

"There's no place like home. But Thea Storm may never make it back. A mysterious dating app leads the Chicago meteorologist to the Jade Sanctum, a decadent club owned by Austin "Aus" Waverly, a dangerously charming man with secrets of his own. By morning, a bartender is dead, and Thea is the prime suspect. Aus knows she's being framed. What he doesn't know is why someone chose her, why the trail keeps leading back to the Jade Sanctum's bloody past, or who is pulling the strings from behind the curtain. As desire burns between them, Thea and Aus are dragged deeper into a twisted game built on lies, murder, and a sin Aus never wants revealed"--Page 4 of cover

The seventh victim

Burton, Mary (Mary T.)

"Lara Church has only hazy memories of her long-ago attack. What she does have is a home in Austin, a job, and a chance at a normal life at last. Then Texas Ranger James Beck arrives on her doorstep with shattering news: The Strangler is back. And this time, he's in Austin"--P. [4] of cover

The Sleeping Beauty killer an Under suspicion novel

Clark, Mary Higgins,

"The third thrilling installment in the bestselling Under Suspicion series from #1 New York Times bestselling author and "Queen of Suspense" Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke--television producer Laurie Moran puts everything on the line to help a woman she thinks was wrongfully convicted of murder. Casey Carter was convicted of murdering her fiance--famed philanthropist Hunter Raleigh III--fifteen years ago. And Casey claims--has always claimed--she's innocent. Although she was charged and served out her sentence in prison, she is still living "under suspicion." She hears whispers at the grocery store. She can't get a job. Even her own mother treats her like she's guilty. Her story attracts the attention of Laurie Moran and the Under Suspicion news team--it's Casey's last chance to finally clear her name, and Laurie pledges to exonerate her. With Alex Buckley taking a break from the show--cooling his potential romance with Laurie--Under Suspicion introduces a new on-air host named Ryan Nichols, a young legal whiz with a Harvard Law degree, Supreme Court clerkship, experience as a federal prosecutor, and regular stints on the cable news circuit. He's got a big reputation and the attitude to match it. Ryan has no problems with steering--and stealing--the show, and even tries to stop Laurie from taking on Casey's case because he's so certain she's guilty. An egomaniacal new co-host, a relentless gossip columnist who seems to have all the dirt (and a surprising informant), and Casey's longstanding bad reputation: Laurie must face this and more to do what she believes is right, to once and for all prove Casey's innocence--that is, if she's innocent

Piñeiro, Caridad, 1958-

"When Sergeant Mark Dillon's K-9 police dog, Rocky, alerts him to something off a mountain path, he doesn't expect it to be a young woman. Luckily, 'Amanda' is alive--but her memory is gone and she has no idea who has left her for dead. As the investigation grows, Mark suspects Amanda is a witness who knows too much. Since she only trusts him, this undeniable connection means Mark and Rocky will do whatever it takes to uncover her buried truths...and keep her alive." -- Back cover

The heiress's bodyguard

Forand, Veronica,

He left to keep her safe ... Now she's in peril again. After her best friend's murder, heiress Julia Gardiner becomes guardian to her baby, Lily. But when she needs him most, Finn Maguire, the child's uncle--and Julia's lover--leaves without explanation. Framed and dishonorably discharged from the army, Finn believes his investigation into his case got his sister killed. And abandoning Julia and Lily is necessary to protect them. But when a man claiming paternity challenges Julia's custody, Finn returns to help her. Then Lily is kidnapped. Now Finn and Julia must overcome their painful past to save her--and finally clear his name. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Fresh Pond Security series: Book 1: Protector in DisguiseBook 2: The Twin's BodyguardBook 3: The Heiress's Bodyguard

The marriage game a novel of Queen Elizabeth I

Weir, Alison, 1951-

"In this novel of Tudor drama and suspense, the author brings to life one of England's most scandalous royal love affairs: the romance between the 'Virgin Queen' Elizabeth I and her courtier Lord Robert Dudley"--

Rushdie, Salman,

"Quichotte, an aging traveling salesman obsessed with the "unreal real" of TV, falls in impossible love with a queen of the screen; while obsessively writing her love letters, he wishes an imaginary son, Sancho, into existence. Together they set off across America in Quichotte's trusty Chevy Cruze to find her and convince her of his love. Meanwhile, Quichotte's tragicomic story is being told by the author who created him: Brother, a mediocre spy novelist in the midst of a midlife crisis. As their stories intertwine, we are taken on a wild, picaresque journey through a country on the edge of moral and spiritual collapse. Just as Cervantes wrote Don Quixote to satirize the culture of his time, Rushdie brings us a new twist on a classic. Quichotte is a profoundly human love story and a wickedly entertaining satire of a corrupt age in which fact is so often indiscernible from fiction. With unforgettable characters and riveting suspense, this dazzling novel showcases an essential storyteller at his brilliant best"--

The alias agenda

James, Holly (Novelist),

In this modern blend of heisty hijinks, romantic tension, and madcap mystery for fans of Ally Carter, Catherine Mack, The White Lotus and Oceans Eleven, an undercover operative with a rookie handler who's as hot as he is blundering must infiltrate a suburban mom smuggling ring while dodging a killer from her past... She's had dozens of identities--but none of them have ever fallen in love. In this action-packed thrill-ride of suspense, humor, and heartfelt romance, an undercover informant and an out-of-practice field agent delve deep into an investigation and become entangled with a most unlikely band of criminals, a ruthless killer--and hopefully, each other, if they can survive long enough . . . When confidential informant Erin Daniels is abruptly pulled off an insider trading investigation and sent across the country with just a few hours' notice, she's definitely not expecting her new assignment to involve infiltrating a smuggling ring in a . . . suburban mommy group? She's also not expecting to meet a clumsy field agent who is hot as hell--or to hear that the man who handled her assignments for the last 10 years is dead. Erin's spent the last decade as a secret operative for the intelligence agency that arrested her con artist father--and ostensibly is keeping her safe from retribution. With her former handler the only constant in a life spent on the move, inserting herself into dangerous situations, Erin has to adjust to newcomer Cal Bray, and his sometimes-blundering attempts to protect her--all while trying to deny her growing attraction to him. But before they can get too far into the mommy ring, a vengeful figure from Erin's past reappears, bent on killing her--and coming uncomfortably close. Drawing on her years of experience and Cal's best instincts, Erin is determined to exorcise her ghosts for good, and find out what a real life, on her own, is like--and if Cal is willing to lend a hand .

Look what you made me do

Lanchester, John,

"'Every successful marriage has its own private language.' So it is for baby boomer Kate and her beloved architect husband Jack, thirty years into their seemingly idyllic metropolitan North London life. And so it is for spiky millennial screenwriter Phoebe and her charming loafer of a partner, Tony. But when Phoebe's steamy television series Cheating becomes the year's most talked-about show, Kate thinks she sees in it details and intimacies of her marriage that only she and her husband could possibly have known. Who has betrayed whom? Who has stolen whose story--and why? A black comedy of love, trust, resentment, and entitlement, Look What You Made Me Do is the sharply observed and suspenseful story of two very different women from two very different generations, entangled in a battle only one of them can win."--Amazon

Hurtubise, Charleen,

"For fans of Colm Tóibín and Claire Keegan, Saoirse is a propulsive story set in the US and Ireland about one woman and the lies she has told in order to survive In the wilds of Donegal, Ireland, 1999, Saoirse is an artist living an idyllic life. Her handsome partner, Daithí, and two beautiful daughters are regular subjects for her work and are the continual source of her hope and inspiration. Each day, she pours her heart into her family, using her painting and sketching to express her love for them. But Saoirse is not entirely who she says she is. And when her Dublin exhibition wins a prestigious award, the unanticipated recognition that comes with it threatens to expose all she has had to do in order to escape her old life, bringing a decade's worth of buried memories to the surface. At the age of seventeen, Saoirse went on the run from her hometown in Michigan, booking a one-way ticket to Ireland and developing an entangled relationship with a young man along the way. As she leaned into her new identity, she hoped she'd made it to safety once and for all. But she can't outrun her past forever, and now that Saoirse's cherished world is put in peril, facing her painful childhood might prove to be her only salvation. Saoirse is an evocative, suspenseful, and inventive exploration of the intimate relationship between art and life and the lies we tell ourselves in the name of reinvention"-- Provided by publisher

The wanderer's curse a memoir

Choi, Jennifer Hope,

"When Jennifer Hope Choi first stumbled upon the "curse" known as yeokmasal--an allegedly inheritable affliction causing one to roam farther and farther from home--she immediately consulted her mother. "Oh yeah," Umma quipped. "I have that." Technically this wasn't a revelation. Since 2007, the no-nonsense open-heart surgery nurse had moved suddenly from the Golden State to the Last Frontier, shuttling over the next decade through seven states. For much of her adulthood, Choi had fancied herself nothing like her immigrant mother, late-blooming vagabond spirit and all--until life in Brooklyn imploded, spurring her to relocate to South Carolina and reckon with startling truths. Artmaking had left her in debt, single, and jobless. Questions hovered, gathering ragged like fractus clouds: Was it time to give up writing? Would she ever have a place of her own to call home? Or was she doomed to bunk up with Umma in the Deep South indefinitely? This probing memoir follows Choi through her many former homes, from a crumbling Chinatown tenement to a haunted museum in Georgia. Connections emerge, between her curious trajectory and idiosyncratic Korean identity narratives: a mystical Korean dog breed, pro golfers, modern Korean cults, the four pillars of destiny, and Korean American art. One question lingers throughout her search: What might be gained from living in residence with uncertainty?"--

Wise up irreverent enlightenment from a mother who's been through it

Duffy, Karen, 1961-

"Filled with dry humor, sharp wit, and motherly care, Karen Duffy offers timeless pearls of wisdom. When she was diagnosed with a life-threatening neurological disease, she decided that to survive, she had to learn to laugh. In adulthood and motherhood, she has found that she has earned more than her fair share of wisdom and wisecracks to offer her teenage son. These are her stories, advice, and insights that have helped her embrace all that her whirlwind life has thrown her way"--

Easy beauty a memoir

Cooper Jones, Chloé, 1983-

"Moving through the world in a body that looks different than most, Jones learned on to factor "pain calculations" into every plan, every situation. She was born with a rare congenital condition called sacral agenesis, which affects both the stature and gait, and so her pain is physical. But there is also the pain of being judged and pitied for her appearance, of being dismissed as "less than." the ways she has been seen--or not seen--has informed her lens on the world for her entire life, but after unexpectedly becoming a mother (in violation of unspoken social taboos about the disabled body), she feels something in her shift, and Jones sets off on a journey across the globe, reclaiming the spaces she'd been denied and had denied herself."--Dust jacket flap

Cosmogenesis an unveiling of the expanding universe

"The discovery that the universe has been expanding from its fiery beginning fourteen billion years ago and has developed into stars, galaxies, life, and human consciousness is one of the most significant of human history. It is taught throughout the world and has become our common creation story for every culture with modern educational processes. It holds the promise of a new human unity. In terms of this story of the universe's development, we humans are not primarily French or Chinese, Democrat or Republican. We are primarily cosmological beings. Though An Unveiling of the Expanding Universe narrates the same cosmological events as thousands of other books, it has one unique feature. It tells the story of the universe while simultaneously telling the story of the storyteller. If indeed cosmogenesis is one of the greatest discoveries of human history, it will necessarily have an immense impact on humanity, at least as profound as the Copernican revolution. And yet, to my knowledge, none of the science books published in English explores the effects cosmogenesis has on human consciousness. An Unveiling of the Expanding Universe tells the story of how my mind was deconstructed by the impact of this new story and then reassembled. In shorthand: I began with the mind of a cartesian scientist and ended with a mind aligned with the creativity of the universe."--

The woman beyond the attic the V. C, Andrews story

Neiderman, Andrew,

"This celebration of the woman who took us to the heights of a secluded attic and the depths of our own dark psyches reveals an intimate portrait of the famously private V.C. Andrews. Best known for her internationally, multi-million-copy bestselling novel Flowers in the Attic, Cleo Virginia Andrews lived a fascinating life. Born to modest means, she came of age in the American South during the Great Depression and faced a series of increasingly challenging health issues. Yet, once she rose to international literary fame, she prided herself on her intense privacy. Now, The Woman Beyond the Attic aims to connect her personal life with the public novels for which she was famous. Based on Virginia's own letters, and interviews with her dearest family members, her long-term ghostwriter Andrew Neiderman tells Virginia's full story for the first time. Featuring family photos, personal letters, a partial manuscript for an unpublished novel, and more, The Woman Beyond the Attic is perfect for V.C. Andrews fans who pick up every new novel or for fans hoping to return to the favorite novelist of their adolescence. Eye-opening and intimate, The Woman Beyond the Attic is for anyone hoping to learn more about the enigmatic woman behind one of the most important novels of the 20th century."--

Joyride : a memoir

"Joyride is a magic carpet ride through Orlean's life and career, where every day is an opportunity for discovery and every moment holds the potential for wonder. Throughout her storied career, her curiosity draws her to explore the most ordinary and extraordinary of places, from going deep inside the head of a regular ten-year-old boy for a legendary profile ("The American Man Age Ten") to reporting on a woman who owns twenty-seven tigers, from capturing the routine magic of Saturday night to climbing Mt. Fuji. Not only does Orlean's account of a writing life offer a trove of indispensable gleanings for writers, it's also an essential and practical guide to embracing any creative path. She takes us through her process of dreaming up ideas, managing deadlines, connecting with sources, chasing every possible lead, confronting writer's block and self-doubt, and crafting the perfect lede--a Susan specialty. While Orlean has always written her way into other people's lives in order to understand the human experience, Joyride is her most personal book ever--a searching journey through finding her feet as a journalist, recovering from the excruciating collapse of her first marriage, falling head-over-heels in love again, becoming a mother while mourning the decline of her own mother, sojourning to Hollywood for films based on her work including Adaptation and Blue Crush, and confronting mortality. Joyride is also a time machine to a bygone era of journalism, from Orlean's bright start in the golden age of alt-weeklies to her career-making days working alongside icons such as Robert Gottlieb, Tina Brown, David Remnick, Anna Wintour, Sonny Mehta, and Jonathan Karp--forces who shaped the media industry as we know it today"--

Composers who changed history

This intricate visual celebration of the world's most celebrated composers tells the fascinating stories of their lives and works

Without ever reaching the summit a journey

Cognetti, Paolo, 1978-

"In this exquisitely written journal-turned-journey of self-discovery, international bestselling author Paolo Cognetti examines our universal desire for connection through a voyage in the Himalayas. Why climb a mountain without ever reaching the summit? In 2017, Paolo Cognetti returned to Nepal, not to conquer the mountains but to journey through the high valleys of the Dolpo with a copy of Peter Matthiessen's The Snow Leopard in hand. Drawing on memories of his childhood in theAlps, Cognetti explored the roots of life in the mountains, truly getting to know the communities and the nature that forged this resilient, almost mythical region. Accompanying him was Remigio, a childhood friend who had never left the mountains of Italy, and Nicola, a painter he had recently met. Joined by a stalwart team of local sherpas, the trio started out in the remote Dolpo region of Nepal. From there, a journey of self-discovery shaped by illness, human connection, and empathy was born. Without Ever Reaching the Summit features line illustrations drawn by the author"--

Biographical sketches of loyalists of the American Revolution, with an historical essay

Sabine, Lorenzo, 1803-1877

The other side of yet finding light in the midst of darkness

Hord, Michelle D.,

"A cross between Carry On, Warrior and Everybody's Got Something, The Other Side of Yet is a powerful memoir about loss, faith, and the power of the human spirit. Starting her professional career as a producer at America's Most Wanted, Michelle Hord was no stranger to tragedy. But when the unimaginable happened in her own family, Michelle's entire life crashed down around her. As she sought out a new blueprint for how to live in this new world, The Book of Job became her anchor, with one verse in particular standing out: "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him" Job 13:15 King James Version (KJV). For Michelle, the concept of that 'yet' became an essential part of her life--one shaped by loss, yet filled with hope. This powerful memoir takes readers on a journey about creating a life of goodness and grace in the face of loss, injustice, or hardship. Michelle isn't interested in prosecuting her marriage, dwelling on what happened to her daughter, or pointing to God as her only salvation. In the pages of The Other Side of Yet, she invites readers to share not just her story, but to draw inspiration from her strength, her will to create goodness, and her defiant faith."--

The real RFK Jr. trials of a truth warrior

A biography examining the controversial activist's journey from anguish and addiction to becoming the country's leading environmental champion fighting government corruption, corporate greed, and a captured media

Margaret Thatcher the authorized biography herself alone

Moore, Charles, 1956-

"This third and climactic volume (1987-2013) of Charles Moore's authorized biography gives the definitive account of Margaret Thatcher's third term in office and her life after it. Three stories run through the whole book. The first is Mrs. Thatcher's dominance of her government in almost every domestic field, but also her growing intolerance of dissent, the increasing alienation of her most senior ministers over Europe and the fatal corrosion that followed. The second is her commanding presence on the world stage, ... her role in the ending of the Cold War, her central position in the response to the invasion of Kuwait, and her increasing isolation as America's priorities in Europe changed. The third is how she, a woman, coped and led in political worlds almost entirely occupied by men"--Dust jacket flap

The long weekend life in the English country house, 1918-1939

Tinniswood, Adrian

"In The Long Weekend, acclaimed historian Adrian Tinniswood tells the story of the rise and fall of the English aristocracy through the rise and fall of the great country house. Historically, these massive houses had served as the administrative and social hubs of their communities, but the fallout from World War I had wrought seismic changes on the demographics of the English countryside. In addition to the vast loss of life among the landed class, those staffers who returned to the country estates from the European theater were often horribly maimed, or eager to pursue a life beyond their employers' grounds. New and old estateholders alike clung ever more desperately to the traditions of country living, even as the means to maintain them slipped away"--

The wound is where the light enters a memoir of resilience

Young, Chris, 1988-

"The inspiring memoir of a brilliant young man who, sentenced to life in prison, refused to surrender his future--a story so powerful that it transformed even the judge who handed down the sentence. If our world were more just, Chris Young would have been crossing a stage at college graduation at the age of 22. Instead, he was marched into a maximum-security federal prison, facing life under mandatory drug sentencing laws. Like far too many young Black men from his neighborhood in Clarksville, Tennessee, this was where his story was supposed to end. But one day in the prison library, a book caught his eye: an encyclopedia. As he began to turn the pages, Chris felt himself transported. Knowledge became a portal. He began to confront the nihilism around him, the trauma of his past, and the cruelty of a system determined to confine him. From the library, his cell, and even solitary confinement, Chris built an education from scratch, studying philosophy, art, anthropology, history, physics, and politics. He learned to analyze the stock market and taught himself how to code without a computer. He trained his mind--and refused to let prison dictate the limits of his imagination. At his sentencing hearing, Chris gave such a moving speech that the judge resigned from his lifetime appointment to the bench and fought to free him. Started in solitary confinement and finished beyond bars, The Wound Is Where the Light Enters is a powerful meditation on choice, consequence, and human potential, told through the story of a man who was never given a chance--and who fought until, at last, he was."--

Service record, World War II De Pue and community

New Audiovisual

"In pre-internet 1987, Conor and his dog Sandy live a life of seclusion, lost in the slow-rendering graphics of early Macs and televisions aglow with late night horror movie marathons. But when be begins playing Obex, a new and mysterious, state-of-the-art computer game, he finds himself trapped in a low-tech, but high-stakes analog hellscape as the line between reality and game blurs. Audacious and uncanny, writer-director Albert Birney's Obex is a delightfully skewed lo-fi fantasy. Shot in striking black and white, this surreally nostalgic nightmare revisits the dawn of personal computing to reflect on the loneliness of our always-online present day."--Disc container

One spoon of chocolate

An ex-military convict seeks a fresh start in a small town, but his past catches up as he finds love amid danger and chaos

Abraham's boys a Dracula story

"[Set in 1915 Central Valley, California] When Max and Rudy Van Helsing begin to uncover the violent truths behind their father's history with Dracula, their world unravels, forcing them to confront their terrifying legacy"--Set container insert

"Luis, in search of his missing daughter, arrives at a rave with his young son in the mountains of Morocco. Surrounded by electronic music and an unforgiving landscape, they join a group of ravers heading to one last party."--

I love boosters

"The Velvet Gang, a crew of professional shoplifters led by aspiring designer Corvette, target cutthroat fashion icon Christie Smith when she steals one of Corvette's designs. Our crew embarks on a hilariously absurd sci-fi heist adventure."--

A woman, employed as a website content moderator, comes across a series of violent videos reproducing death scenes from a film

Honed from childhood into a ruthless killing machine by a criminal organization, assassin Sook-hee is recruited as a sleeper agent with the promise of freedom. After ten years of service, she jumps at the chance for a normal life. But soon enough, secrets from her past destroy everything she's worked for, and now nobody can stand in her way as she embarks on a roaring rampage of bloody revenge

It's 1962, and the only things bigger than the bouffant hairdos are the popular dance crazes sweeping the nation. When Tracy Turnblad (Ricki Lake), an overweight teen, auditions for a spot on a popular teen dance show, she beats out the spiteful Amber von Tussle (Colleen Fitzpatrick), winning over Amber's boyfriend (Michael St. Gerard) in the process. After meeting some black students at her school, Tracy begins to push for more racial integration on the dance show. This gets her into trouble on many sides, especially with Amber's pushy parents (Sonny Bono, Deborah Harry)

Charged with high-voltage tension and suspense, the electrifying thriller No Way Out is a tightly wound tale of intrigue set in the political whirl of Washington and the inner corridors of the Pentagon. In this '80s box-office smash, Kevin Costner (The Untouchables, Revenge) stars as naval hero Lieutenant Commander Tom Farrell, the new CIA liaison for Defense Secretary David Brice, a high-ranking master of political maneuvers played by the dynamic Gene Hackman (The Package, Narrow Margin). Sexy Sean Young (Blade Runner) is a gorgeous party girl who plays politics herself as Brice₂s mistress and Farrell₂s secret lover. And Will Patton (Desperately Seeking Susan) is the Secretary₂s ruthless aide, architect of a cover-up scheme that protects his boss, but entraps Farrell, putting his life in danger. With its serpentine plot twists, narrow escapes and true-to-life Pentagon setting, No Way Out is the harrowing story of an innocent man caught in a complex web of romance and murder, power and corruption

Harold and Maude

Countercultural director Hal Ashby tells the story of the emotional and romantic bond between a death-obsessed young man from a wealthy family and a devil-may-care, bohemian octogenarian. Equal parts gallows humor and romantic innocence, Harold and Maude dissolves the line between darkness and light along with the ones that separate people by class, gender, and age. The cult classic of its era, featuring indelible performances and a soundtrack by Cat Stevens

In Bond's last mission before he becomes 007, he must stop a corrupt banker who is planning on winning a poker tournament and using the money to pay back a terrorist group that is after him

Looney tunes collector's vault. 3

The Vault Opens Wider ... with 50 more shorts remastered on ray for the first time, including the very first Looney Tune (Sinkin' in the Bathtub) and Merrie Melodie (Lady, Play Your Mandolin!), as well as uncut fan favorites that have been unavailable for decades. Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd all the Looneys and more, for the cartoon connoisseur!

Three smart girls

Penny Craig is a high-spirited girl who conspires with her two sisters to reunite their divorced parents. Her millionaire father, however, has plans of his own to remarry a beautiful socialite. High jinks, hilarity, and wonderful songs ensue as the sisters let nothing (and no one!) stand in their way to break up the romance and bring their father home

Zero dark thirty [Blu-ray + DVD combo]

Chronicles the decade-long search for Osama bin Laden following the September 2001 attacks, and his death at the hands of Navy SEAL Team 6

Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most each other

The Shel Talmy recordings

Disney hits. Volume 2

Jepsen, Carly Rae, 1985-

"Carly Rae Jepsen's sprawling new double album celebrates full-time love and commitment with sweet, sunny tracks for Day and sleeker, dancier songs for Night."--

The quiet celebration concert

Simon, Paul, 1941-

Love is everywhere

Love is Everywhere is the exciting new album from groundbreaking children's musician and global troubadour Raffi. Released during his 50th Anniversary year, it includes 13 new tracks that range from the toddler-friendly singles No One Like You and Wakey Wakey to the thought provoking final song, To The Moon And Back

Red Clay Strays (Musical group),

The third studio album from award-winning band the Red Clay Strays features standout singles Demons in Your Choir; Revival; If I Didn't Know You; and Do Today. The album sees the band reuniting with their previous Made by These Moments collaborator and producer Dave Cobb. The assured songs of faith and redemption are fueled by a collective songwriting effort and executed with powerful lead vocals and a thunderous, heart-throbbing performance from the band. It's an impactful collection of songs from one of today's most beloved bands

I know too much

Goulding, Ellie,

The most beautiful colours

For King & Country (Musical group),

Blunt, James, 1974-

Lambert, Miranda, 1983-

Critically acclaimed groundbreaker/songwriter/superstar Miranda Lambert will release her latest album, Crisco. From dance floors and dive bars to desert highways and kitchen-table conversations, Crisco celebrates the many worlds that have always existed within country music

Bromberg, Brian,

More than we ever imagined live in Mexico City

Twenty One Pilots (Musical group),

Brothers Osborne (Musical group),

Cyrus, Miley, 1992-

STS shock training system. Phase 2, Hypertrophy

"Mesocycle 2's focus is on hypertrophy--or more simply--muscle building and definition. You'll be lifting weights that are 70-80% of your 1RM during these four weeks and utilizing training concepts such as double wave loading, drop sets and back off sets. ... STS is a three-day-per-week strength training program. Each week you will do two upper body DVDs and one lower body DVD"--Container

Saved from the flames 54 rare and restored films 1896-1944

"A unique and wonderful collection of 54 rare and restored short films from the inflammable years of cinema. Movies were once made on nitrate film stock, which has a chemical composition similar to gunpowder and is highly vulnerable to fire and decay. This remarkable seven-hour anthology, organized in eight thematic groups over three DVDs, presents amazing treasures from the vaults of Lobster Films in Paris and from the Blackhawk Films Collection, rescued during half a century of gathering movies from the nitrate era."--Container

Binge box. Who taught you to throw a punch?

A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night

The king of Queens. Season 8

Doug and Carrie Heffernan deal with everyday issues as well as Carrie's quirky father, in their working class neighborhood in Queens, New York

P90X3 extreme fitness accelerated

Designed for a higher level of fitness, this program offers fourteen short, targeted and intense 30-minute workouts, each designed with a specific fitness objective and all based on the principle of muscle acceleration

National Lampoon's Christmas vacation

Christmas is the perfect season for Clark Griswold and his family. Clark's a disaster waiting to happen. You have to see it to believe it. There are 25,000 lights on the Griswold rooftop. An exploding turkey. And a house full of relatives

Follows a courageous woman's journey from servitude in England to the harsh life of Outport Newfoundland. Along the way she endures many hardships, including attempted rape and being abandoned by the father of her child

Binge box. Happily ever after with Hallmark

The last bridesmaid: Becca is always a bridesmaid, but at her cousin's wedding, she bonds with Kyle, the videographer covering every stage of the planning. Perhaps she won't be the last woman standing for long

Binge box. The X-Men universe

X-Men: A war is brewing between those with special powers ("mutants") and the rest of humanity -- and the only ones who can save the humans from certain destruction are a special group of mutants- the "X-Men."

The art of storytelling from parents to professionals

"So how do you tell stories that stick-- in your own mind and in the minds of your family, friends, colleagues, and clients? That's precisely what you'll learn in The Art of Storytelling: From Parents to Professionals, an enthralling course that reveals the tried-and-true methods experienced storytellers use to develop and tell engaging, entertaining, and memorable tales. In 24 lectures, Professor Hannah B. Harvey of East Tennessee State University demonstrates how to master the art form's basic principles with the same witty, dynamic energy that has made her an internationally recognized professional storyteller and award-winning educator. Even if you never plan to set foot on a stage, knowing what a professional storyteller does in the process of crafting and delivering a tale allows you to enhance the stories you tell everyday-- to your children at bedtime, in your conversational anecdotes, and in your presentations at work. Teachers, lawyers, clergy, coaches, parents, and anyone who wants to understand the power of stories to capture hearts and minds will benefit from the lessons presented in this course"--From publisher's web site

Binge box. The very best of Margot Robbie

Barbie: The Barbies are perfect beings in a perfect place until stereotypical Barbie's owner in the real world is depressed. Weird Barbie suggests she go to the real world and correct the problem. Ken tags along and discovers that men are the leaders there, and he brings back patriarchy to Barbieland. Now no one is happy and the mess must be sorted

Attack on Titan. Part 2 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]

"Eren Jaeger vowed to rid mankind of the bloodthirsty giants who devoured his mother and destroyed his city. Now, after discovering that he has the ability to turn into a Titan, the world Eren promised to protect looks at him like he is the monster"--Container

Robin Williams, comic genius. Volume 2

Binge box. Don't think a flu shot will cut it

A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night

Fons & Porter's love of quilting. 700 series

Liz and Marianne demonstrate such techniques as Brave new world, Embroidering large quilt blocks, Longarm quilting, and Half-yard challenge, amongst others in thirteen episodes on two DVDs. Bonus feature: Behind the scenes

Rayman legends [Switch]

Continue the Rayman adventures. Four-Player Co-op: Once again you and 3 friends can save the Glade of Dreams in online or offline co-op. Jump in and jump out at any time during the 80+ levels of gameplay! 3D Boss Battles: The bosses have a big advantage over Rayman's gang-- an extra dimension! Dragons and other epic creatures can attack from all angles, so you'll have to be on top of your game to defeat them

A quiet place: the road ahead [PS5]

Play and survive by staying quiet, in this horror adventure inspired by the A quiet place movie franchise

Planescape torment [Switch] Icewind Dale

A collection containing the enhanced editions of the two video games Planescape: torment, and, Icewind Dale; in Planescape: torment, play as the immortal Nameless One and battle against your forgotten history; in Icewind Dale, travel into the Icewind Dale territory and fight for your own and the world's survival

Miraculous: Paris under siege [PS5]

Play as Ladybug and Cat Noir and use your powers, combat and parkour skills to save Paris from Shadow Moth's army of villains

Resident evil 4 [PS4]

"6 years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors of the incident, has been recruited as an agent reporting directly to the president of the United States. With the experience of multiple missions on his back, Leon is sent to rescue the president's kidnapped daughter. He tracks her to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the villagers. And the curtain rises on this story of daring rescue and grueling horror" --Publisher's website

Minecraft dungeons [Switch]

"Experience the complete story of Minecraft Dungeons! Battle iconic mobs, embark on treasure-stuffed missions, and brave all 6 DLCs as you unravel the tale of the Arch-Illager and the Orb of Dominance. The ultimate edition includes: Minecraft Dungeons base game; Jungle awakens DLC; Creeping winter DLC; Howling peaks DLC; Flames of the Nether DLC; Hidden depth DLC; Echoing void DLC; Hero pass cosmetics."--Container

Call of duty. Ghosts [XBOX ONE]

Ten years after a devastating mass event, America's borders and the balance of global power have changed forever. As what's left of the nation's Special Operations forces, a mysterious group known only as "Ghosts" leads the fight back against a newly emerged, technologically-superior global power. For the first time, players will take on the underdog role. Outnumbered and outgunned, players must fight to reclaim a fallen nation in an intensely personal narrative. Gamers will get to know an entirely new cast of characters and visit locales in a changed world unlike anything seen in Call of Duty before.--From online description

SpongeBob SquarePants. The Patrick Star game [PS4]

Play as Patrick and explore Bikini Bottom, then come up with physics-based ideas to take on challenges posed by all your friends, including SpongeBob SquarePants and Squidward

Looney tunes [PS5] wacky world of sports

Compete against friends and family with the Looney Tunes squad in basketball, soccer, golf and tennis. Play your way solo or in four-player local co-op and choose the characters that best suit your play style. Avoid wacky obstacles and gain power-ups to incite chaos as you control your favorite Looney Tunes all-stars!

Final fantasy XII [Switch] the Zodiac age

Just dance 2019 [PS4]

"Just Dance 2019 is the ultimate party game with 40 hot tracks from chart-topping hits to family favorites, including "Finesse (Remix)" by Bruno Mars Ft. Cardi B., "Bang Bang Bang" by BIGBANG, "Shaky Shaky" by Daddy Yankee and more!"--provided by Amazon.com

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 [PS5]

YOUR STORY, YOUR AVATAR, YOUR DRAGON BALL WORLD! DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is the ultimate DRAGON BALL gaming experience, packed with thrilling action, epic battles, and endless customization options now available with improved graphics on New Gen! Create your own character, explore Conton City, and team up with iconic characters from the series as a teacher to train and be ready to battle against formidable enemies to rescue the flow of History!

Call of duty. Black Ops 6 [PS4]

"Forced to go rogue. Hunted from within. This is Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6. Developed by Treyarch and Raven, Black Ops 6 is a spy action thriller set in the early 90s, a period of transition and upheaval in global politics, characterized by the end of the Cold War and the rise of the United States as a single superpower. With a mind-bending narrative, and unbound by the rules of engagement, this is signature Black Ops. The Black Ops 6 Campaign provides dynamic moment-to-moment gameplay that includes a variety of play spaces with blockbuster set pieces and action-packed moments, high-stakes heists, and cloak-and-dagger spy activity. In a best-in-class Multiplayer experience, players will test their skills across 16 new maps at launch, including 12 core 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps that can be played 2v2 or 6v6. Black Ops 6 also marks the epic return of Round-Based Zombies, the fan-favorite mode where players will take down hordes of the undead in two brand-new maps at launch. Post-launch, players can look forward to even more exciting maps and groundbreaking experiences dropping into both Multiplayer and Zombies." --

Blazing chrome [Switch]

Battle all manner of robots to free humanity from the machines' domination

Two Point Hospital [PS4]

Build and manage your dream hospital, curing unusual illnesses along the way; includes two expansions: Two Point Hospital Bigfoot, and, Two Point Hospital Pebberley Island

Fairstein, Linda A

Brendan Quillian, a successful young businessman, is on trial for murdering his wife, and the courtroom is tense. Prosecutor Alexandra Cooper's case against him hangs by a thread thanks to scant evidence and Brendan's all-star legal team. As the trial progresses, an explosion destroys a water tunnel being constructed deep beneath the city. Then, secrets from Brendan's past link him to the fatal disaster. Alex rushes to the scene to scour the wreckage for anything that could help prove that this man has a history of violent, perhaps homicidal behavior and bring justice to a murdered young woman

The silver girl

Hilderbrand, Elin

When her husband swindles his billionaire clients, Meredith Martin Delinn loses not only her home, but her friends and reputation as well. About to lose her house, Meredith is offered a lifeline from her old friend Connie, who proposes the two of them spend the summer in Nantucket to unwind and heal emotionally. As both women tend to their emotional traumas, they slowly learn to live again

The Inferno from the Divine Comedy

Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

Led by Virgil, the poet is taken down into the depths and shown the seven layers of Hell and those doomed to suffer eternal torment for vices exhibited and sins committed on earth. The 'Inferno' is the first part of the 'Divine Comedy' which continues the journey through Purgatory and Paradise

In the distance

Díaz, Hernán, 1973-

A young Swedish immigrant travels east from California in search of his brother, moving on foot against the great current of migration pushing west. Along the way he meets naturalists, criminals, religious fanatics, swindlers, Indians, and lawmen, and his exploits turn him into a legend

Seasonal work stories

Lippman, Laura, 1959-

The award-winning master of psychological suspense is in top form in this collection of diverse and diabolically clever stories. In the never-before-published "Just One More," a married couple, longing for that old romantic spark, creates a playful diversion that comes with unexpected consequences. Lippman's beloved Baltimore PI Tess Monaghan keeps a watchful eye on a criminally resourceful single father in "Seasonal Work," while her mother, Judith, realizes that the life of "The Everyday Housewife" is an excellent cover for all kinds of secrets. In "Slow Burner," a husband's secret cell phone proves to be a dicey temptation for a suspicious wife. A father's hidden past piques the curiosity of a young snoop in "The Last of Sheila-Locke Holmes." Plus seven other brilliantly crafted stories of deception, murder, dangerous games, and love gone wrong, irrefutable evidence that Laura Lippman's riveting fiction will more than satisfy any crime reader

Set in 1960's London, this is a lively account of the adventures of the intrepid young Sophie Straw as she navigates her transformation from provincial ingenue to television starlet amid a constellation of delightful characters

Graham, Heather,

When Raina Hamish tries on a dress in a Miami boutique, she has a terrifyingly accurate vision of a murdered corpse in the murky shadows of the Everglades. She wants to help, but who would believe her when she can hardly believe herself? Special Agent Axel Tiger has returned to Florida to help hunt a serial killer, but the investigation doesn't have much to go on. Raina's vision is their best chance to uncover more. Axel's experience with the FBI's elite paranormal team will nurture Raina's abilities, and she may be able to help save a life, but it puts her directly in the crosshairs of a killer who is closer than they would ever suspect

Abiding in mindfulness. Volume 1, The body

Goldstein, Joseph, 1944-

The author presents an audio curriculum to reveal the deeper insights of the Satipatthana Sutta and how it serves to inform and guide your own daily practice. Includes the declaration of teh direct path to realization and the first foundation of mindfulness: mindfulness of body

Murder in paradise

Patterson, James, 1947-

This collection features three pulse-pounding stories from James Patterson: "The Lawyer Lifeguard" with Doug Allyn, "The Shut-In" with Duane Swierczynski, and "The Doctor's Plot" with Connor Hyde

Daughter of mine

Miranda, Megan,

When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake's longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she's warily drawn back to the town, and people, she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel's not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge?including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother's disappearance

Set in the untamed American West, a highly original and haunting debut novel about a makeshift family whose dramatic lives are shaped by violence, love, and an indelible connection to the land

How to do nothing

Odell, Jenny (Multimedia artist),

Artist Jenny Odell sees our attention as the most precious--and overdrawn--resource we have. Once we can start paying a new kind of attention, she writes, we can undertake bolder forms of political action, reimagine humankind's role in the environment, and arrive at more meaningful understandings of happiness and progress. Far from the simple anti-technology screed, or the back-to-nature meditation we hear so often, Odell offers an action plan for thinking outside of capitalist narratives of efficiency and techno-determinism

Killing the rising sun how America vanquished World War II Japan

O'Reilly, Bill,

Autumn 1944. World War II is nearly over in Europe but is escalating in the Pacific, where American soldiers face an opponent who will go to any length to avoid defeat. The Japanese army follows the samurai code of Bushido, stipulating that surrender is a form of dishonor. Killing the Rising Sun takes listeners to the bloody tropical-island battlefields of Peleliu and Iwo Jima and to the embattled Philippines, where General Douglas MacArthur has made a triumphant return and is plotting a full-scale invasion of Japan

Steel, Danielle,

A journalist and the powerful man she is assigned to profile find themselves on a collision course in this powerful novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel. Shipping magnate John Randall Williams is feared by his competitors, loathed by his only daughter, Gabby, and at sea after the recent death of his devoted wife. About to face his first Christmas alone, John meets a young woman named Lillith at a dinner party and is immediately drawn to her beauty. He invites her to share the holiday with him on his 350-foot sailboat in Saint Barts, and Lillith allows herself to be swept away. Charlotte Ramsay, a senior editor at Vanity Fair, is on assignment in Saint Barts during the holidays. Known for her integrity as a journalist, she has come to the island to interview another powerful man: the elusive high-tech billionaire Ben Sharpe, whose luxury yacht is also anchored in the harbor. Though the first interview goes badly, she eventually agrees to have dinner with him and becomes intrigued by the real man behind the facade. A chance encounter between the two couples sets the stage for a face-off between Charlotte and John. He might have a well-earned reputation for ruthlessness, but when she is in pursuit of her story, she never backs down. From the power corridors of Manhattan to the sunsets in Saint Barts, Danielle Steel masterfully pulls back the curtain on the private lives of the wealthy elite, where all is not always what it seems

A dog named Christmas

Kincaid, Gregory D., 1957-

Todd and his family adopt a dog from the local shelter for the holidays never expecting their lives to change so dramatically in response to a small act of goodwill

Magical movie night

Dance Magic: Rarity convinces her friends to enter a music video contest. Movie Magic: Rainbow Dash is thrilled when she and the rest of the girls are invited to visit the set of the upcoming Daring Do movie. Mirror Magic: Sunset Shimmer travels to Equestria and invites Starlight Glimmer to visit Canterlot High

Alvin and the Chipmunks Halloween collection

"Join Alvin and his brothers Simon and Theodore for this hilarious Halloween adventure. In 'Trick or treason," Alvin wants to be accepted into the Monster Club to get their cool Monster jacket, but the Monster members think it's cool to be cruel. It takes Theodore's friendship with Michael, a misunderstood outcast the other kids call Pumpkinhead, to show Alvin that being a true friend is really a lot more cool than trying to be a popular Monster! There are plenty of laughs and surprises -- and music, including the Chipmunks' rendition of the hit song 'Monster Mash.'"--Container

4 kid favorites Looney tunes movies

Daffy Duck's movie, Fantastic Island: Join the fun and learn how Daffy really got his own fantastic island, whether he'll be able to keep it safe from the nefarious Pirate Sam, and whether wishes really can come true. Looney looney looney Bugs Bunny movie: Yosemite Sam strikes a devilish bargain to send Bugs straight to you-know where! The looniness continues as Daffy and Tweety tangle with a pair of feather-brained bird-napping gangsters. Looney tunes: Rabbits run: Bugs and Lola Bunny are running for their life after Lola inadventently creates an invisibility spray. Tweety's high-flying adventure: Granny makes a wager that Tweety can fly around the world in 80 days. Sylvester vows to follow Tweety and catch him himself

Tuck everlasting

Young Winnie Foster, stifled by the formality of her proper life and her domineering mother, escapes into the woods only to get lost. Her magical summer begins when she meets Jesse Tuck. Jesse is full of life and adventure and Winnie falls in love. The Tuck family has a powerful secret-- a spring that holds the magic of everlasting life. Now Winnie must choose whether she wants to live life as she knows it or drink from the spring

Peppa pig. The balloon ride

Fun for children with Peppa Pig and her relatives Daddy Pig, Mummy Pig, and little brother George

Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster

Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and the crew travel to Scotland on vacation and find themselves unexpectedly tackling their biggest monstrosity ever: the Loch Ness Monster. Does it really exist? Early evidence suggest that the monster does indeed exist, but when something gigantic appears outside a window of Daphne's ancestral family castle, it's up to Scooby-Doo and the crew to solve one of history's longest-running mysteries

Rugrats 3-movie collection

Rugrats the movie: With the birth of his baby brother, Tommy Pickles knew things were going to change, but he never expected that being a big brother could be such an adventure

Trolls ultimate collection

Rock out with Poppy, Branch, and the rest of your favorites with the Trolls: Ultimate Collection. You can't stop the music with over five hours of happiness featuring the blockbuster films Trolls, Trolls World Tour and Trolls Band Together, as well as the festive television specials Trolls Holiday and Trolls Holiday in Harmony. The musical fun continues with 'Dance Party Mode,' 'Trolls Dance Academy,' a sing-along version of Trolls Band Together, and many more bonus features that will have you singing and dancing along over and over again!

Eloise. Little Miss Christmas

Eloise and her hotel friends are putting on a Christmas show like no other. Using traditions from the different religions and cultures of her friends, they learn the true meaning of the season

Wild Kratts. Cats and dogs

While on the African savanna, Martin and Chris observe lots of wild cats and dogs. Soon, the Wild Kratts kids are calling in from all over to ask about cats and dogs and whether they're like their own pets. Zach, who has been secretly listening to all the questions, comes up with a scheme to capture and sell these wild animals. Can Chris, Martin and the team save the wild cats and dogs?

Teen beach movie 2

Dive in and rock out with the hottest surf sequel under the sun! Now that summer's over and school has begun, Brady and Mack's relationship seems headed for a wipeout; until Lela, Tanner and the "Wet Side Story" kids show up! Dazzled by the novelty and variety of the modern world, Lela wants to stay, but the real world and the "reel" world just don't mix. Can Mack and Brady find the magic to get the kids home and get their own romance back on track before it's too late?

A human baby accidentally ends up at the North Pole and grows up among the elf community. Buddy, as he comes to be known, knows that he's "special." When he's 30, Buddy learns from Santa that he's really a human. He decides to go in search of his father, to find out where he belongs. He walks to Manhattan, and is immediately run over by a cab. At first his father rejects him and Buddy ends up in a department store where other elves are working. But all the while, things are looking bad for Santa Claus. When Santa crashes his sleigh in Central Park, it's Buddy's moment to shine

Upon waking up after hibernation, a group of forest animals discover that a tall hedge has appeared out of nowhere, half their forest is gone, and they have little to no food left. Their leader Verne, a nervous turtle, suggests they must adapt. Newcomer RJ the raccoon gives them another option: go over the hedge and get food from the humans! The other forest animals quickly give in to RJ's blandishments, sneaking into the human world to get all the food they can grab. What they don't know is that RJ is actually in debt to Vincent, a huge, hungry bear. RJ has stolen all of Vincent's food, and Vincent has warned RJ that unless it's all back before the full moon, RJ will regret having stolen it, because then RJ takes its place!

Adventures in babysitting

Sparks fly when free-spirited Lola and prim, proper Jenny learn they're up for the same internship. But that night, after newbie babysitter Lola breaks 'Rule No. One: Never take your eyes off the kids' she's forced to call Jenny, currently on her own gig, to help track down Trey, who has snuck out. Now with all their young charges in tow, these rivals must team up and brave the big city on the wildest, wackiest adventure of their lives!

Eloise at the Plaza

Eloise is a spoiled rich kid that lives at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. A prince is coming to the hotel and everything has to be perfect, but Eloise manages to wreak havoc throughout the entire hotel

Big Brain Academy [Switch] brain vs. brain

Take on a series of brain-bending activities that test your mental mettle in Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain for the Nintendo Switch system! Play a wide variety of activities, like memorizing a series of numbers, identifying an animal as it slowly comes into focus, or helping guide a train to its goal in fun, fast activities. Go brain-to-brain with friends and family in 4-player matches to see who gets the highest score. Everyone can play together at varying difficulties, so a kid can hold their own against an adult in this battle of the brains!

SpongeBob's surf & skate roadtrip [XBOX 360 KINECT]

SpongeBob's Truth or Square provides the ultimate SpongeBob experience for kids, parents and SpongeBob fans of all ages. The game delivers innovative new gameplay features combined with a story that celebrates 10 incredibly fun and zany years of SpongeBob. Whether you're an avid SpongeBob fan or a first-time gamer, you'll want to join the top adventure this game offers

Gigantosaurus [Switch] the game

In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!

PJ Masks power heroes [Switch] mighty alliance

Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko are teaming up with An Yu, Newton Star, Ice Cub, Lilyfay, and Bastet to form a Mighty Alliance. After a big accident at PJ Power Q scatters valuable pieces of technology and gems across Earth, these extraordinary heroes must rebuild it. Hop into the Explorer and begin the night-time adventure scouring the deserted streets in The City. You will discover more while exploring the bamboo forests, secret caves, and the sacred temple in Mystery Mountain. Then slide through the Ice World to reach the snowy caves searching for the lost parts. But be quick! Before they get into the wrong hands. Romeo, Luna Girl, and Night Ninja are never too far away and are always ready to cause havoc. Together, these extraordinary kids are bigger and better. Use their unique abilities, from super speed to snowballs, to stop the baddies. Collect gems, discover secrets, unlock hidden masks, and more. You know, night-time is the right time to fight crime! So, leap into this side-scrolling platform adventure, stop the pesky villains in their tracks, and fix the PJ Power Q. You have the power to become a hero

Gigantosaurus [PS4] the game

In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Gigantosaurus is based on Jonny Duddle's bestselling book of the same name. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!

The last kids on earth and the staff of doom [Switch]

"Time to gear up as Jack, Quint, June and Dirk in search for the missing pieces of the ultra-powerful staff of doom! But beware... Malondre, Queen of the Slime Monsters, seeks the staff to summon rezzoch the ancient, destructor of worlds. Upgrade your weapons and armour, cruise around wakefield in a post-apocalyptic pickup truck, fight through hordes of zombies and massive monsters, and battle epic bosses in the last kids on Earth and the staff of doom!"--Amazon.com

Gigantosaurus [XBOX ONE] the game

In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Gigantosaurus is based on Jonny Duddle's bestselling book of the same name. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!

Splatoon 3 [Switch]

The squid kids called Inklings are back to splat more ink and claim more turf in this colorful and chaotic 4-on-4 action shooter. For the first time, take Turf War battles on-the-go with the Nintendo Switch system, and use any of the console's portable play styles for intense local multiplayer action. Even team up for new 4-player co-op fun in Salmon Run!

Game builder garage [Switch]

"Programming made fun with help from the minds at Nintendo. Kids can learn how to make their own games with guided lessons created by Nintendo. From a simple game of tag to a run-and-jump obstacle course, each lesson is broken down into multiple, manageable segments that let kids go at their own pace--and have fun in the process. By playing through interactive lessons, kids will learn the basics of visual game programming. Nodon, colorful creatures with distinct personalities, keep kids engaged through lessons with tips and motivating messages. With a simple press of a button, swap between the programming screen and the game screen--watch how programming changes the game on the fly."--Amazon.com

Backyard sports. Rookie rush [Wii]

Computer football simulation game for kids

New Books for Teens

Levithan, David,

"A gay Jewish man has just been elected president of the United States--or so it seems, until the governor of Kansas decides that some election results in his state are invalid and awards crucial votes to the other candidate, his fellow party member. Things quickly go very wrong--and hundreds of thousands of people flock to Kansas to protest for what they believe is right and just. Among them are Jimmy and Duncan, teens who are not only fighting for the future of their country but for the future of their relationship, too"--Provided by publisher

"When her ex-boyfriend, a member of one of the biggest K-pop bands in the world and forbidden from dating, is rocked by scandal, K-pop idol Sori offers him a hideaway with her until she must decide if her future is worth sacrificing for a second chance at love."--

Lie until it's true

Weaver, Jessie,

After her sister's murder acquittal, Amanda Pruitt visits Colorado to reunite with childhood friends and Aunt Amy, where she is drawn into an old murder case and when her friend is killed, Amanda must unravel the connection between the two murders to clear her name

A prayer for vengeance

Schwartz, Leanne,

"Centuries after a miracle vanquished Tresttato's monsters and turned the soldiers fighting them to stone, Milo lovingly tends to the statues of those who protected the city. Raised with devout templars and scholars, autistic temple ward Milo wants nothing more than to be accepted into their ranks. When his prayers admiring her heroic sacrifice accidentally free Gia from stone, she wakes with a fury to kill the man Milo owes his life to, Primo Sanct Ennio. Gia claims that the immortal holy leader Milo lives to serve is the same man who betrayed her and transformed her into a statue--and what Milo always believed was a miracle was actually a curse that Gia will stop at nothing to break. Even if she has to kill his followers to do it. Even if she must kill the boy who woke her"--

Relates the efforts of teens Elayah, Liam, Jorja, and Marcie to solve a 1986 murder, and the actions of their then-teenaged parents leading up to the crime

The strange house. 4

"As Yuzuki and I investigate the Katabuchi family home, our unease grows. What dark secrets has her family been hiding? The mysteries deepen, but at least one has been solved: the identity of You-chan's murderer. Yet that is only the beginning of the strange, disturbing truth ... Also adapted into a horror film called The Floor Plan"--Page 1 of cover

The boy in the striped pajamas a fable

Boyne, John, 1971-

Bored and lonely after his family moves from Berlin to a place called "Out-With" in 1942, Bruno, the son of a Nazi officer, befriends a boy in striped pajamas who lives behind a wire fence

The elusive samurai. 10, Derby 1335

Matsui, Yūsei, 1981-

"In medieval Japan, eight-year-old Hojo Tokiyuki is the heir to the Kamakura shogunate. But the Hojo clan is in decline, and Tokiyuki's peaceful days of playing hide-and-seek with his teachers come to an abrupt end when his clan is betrayed from within. The lone survivor of his family, Tokiyuki is the rightful heir to the throne, but to take it back, he'll have to do what he does best--run away! Tokiyuki and his loyal retainers, the Elusive Warriors, take on the members of the Kanto Hisashiban, Takauji Ashikaga's stewards in charge of the defense of Kamakura. The members of the Hisashiban possess almost superhuman skills and abilities, as well as...unique personalities. Kojiro faces off against Shibukawa, the most formidable of the Hisashiban warriors, in a duel he must win--for if he loses, Tokiyuki's head will be forfeit! Tokiyuki himself must face the mad warrior Imagawa in a desperate contest of horsemanship to raise the morale of his entire army!"--Back cover

Unearthed a Jessica Cruz story

Rivera, Lilliam,

"Jessica Cruz has done everything right. She's a dedicated student, popular among her classmates, and has a loving family that has done everything they can to give her a better life in the United States. While Jessica is a part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, allowing her to go to school and live in the U.S., her parents are undocumented. Jessica usually worries for her parents, but her fears and anxiety escalate as a mayoral candidate with a strong anti-immigration stance runs for office. As the xenophobia in Coast City increases, Jessica begins to debate whether it's worth renewing her status to stay in the U.S., or if her family would be safer and better off moving back to Mexico. And despite her attempts to lean on her friends and family, she finds herself constantly visited by visions of Aztec gods, one pulling her towards hope and the other towards anger. But when her father is detained by I.C.E., Jessica finds herself being pulled into an abyss of fear. With her father gone and feeling helpless, Jessica must find her way out of her fears and ultimately become a voice for her community."--Amazon.com

Seasons of the Storm

For fans of Maggie Stiefvater and Laini Taylor, a perfect storm lies ahead in this riveting fantasy duology opener from award-winning author Elle Cosimano. One cold, crisp night, Jack Sommers was faced with a choice—live forever according to the ancient, magical rules of Gaia, or die. Jack chose to live, and in exchange, he became a Winter—an immortal physical embodiment of the season on Earth. Every year, he must hunt the Season who comes before him. Summer kills Spring. Autumn kills Summer. Winter kills Autumn. And Spring kills Winter. Jack and Fleur, a Winter and a Spring, fall for each other against all odds. To be together, they’ll have to escape the cycle that’s been forcing them apart. But their creator won’t let them go without a fight

Winners & liars

Omotoni, Aleema,

Derin's acceptance into Cambridge University is the end of an era--just not the one she expected. When she and her ultra-competitive Uni prep group, the Kenfield Set, were first invited to Professor Darnley's summer ball, they planned on celebrating the group's success, surrounded by the riches of his historical Kenfield estate--not kicking off the festivities with the professor's will reading. But when the Darnleys' aristocratic children are disinherited, the students are offered the opportunity of a lifetime: compete in a Victorian, literary-inspired inheritance competition to be named the new heir--winner takes all! For Derin, it's a chance to help her working-class family. But the remaining Darnleys won't take losing their stately home and its multimillion-pound inheritance lying down. And added to the mix, a mysterious note is slipped under Derin's door alluding to a dark family secret lying in wait. Now Derin must balance the cutthroat games; scheming relatives; and a cute Kenfield intern amid her dawning realization that the history of this inheritance might be soaked in lies, and blood

The darkest minds

Bracken, Alexandra

"Sixteen-year-old Ruby breaks out of a government-run 'rehabilitation camp' for teens who acquired dangerous powers after surviving a virus that wiped out most American children"--

Attack on Titan. 20

Isayama, Hajime, 1986-

"FACING ANNIHILATION. The Survey Corps's quest for the truth of the world inside the Walls has brought them back to Titan-infested Shiganshina District, a mere stone's throw from Eren's childhood home. They have come to execute Erwin's final gambit, reclaiming Wall Maria and the secrets of humanity's past. But the Colossus Titan, the Armored Titan, and the Beast Titan have been waiting for them, and saving humanity will require the most difficult sacrifice the Corps has ever had to make..."--Amazon.com

According to plan

Randall, Christen,

Being editor of the school's literary magazine was part of high school senior Mal's plan to escape their small town, where as a fat, queer person with ADHD, they've never fit in, but when budget cuts shut down the magazine, Mal discovers working on a zine and spending time with Emerson could be somewhere they belong

Sincerely, your murderer

From the author of This Books Kills and Catch Your Death comes a new novel filled with murder, mystery and mind-blowing twists, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M. McManus. It's been one year and six days since seventeen-year-old Kay left her sleepy hometown after the devastating death of her best friend, Ivy. But now she's back, forced to stay with her cousin as her parents jet off to a holiday without her. She was hoping for a quiet week of boredom and memories, but what actually greets her is a terrifying anonymous letter left on her bed.The note tells her that there will be a thrill on Tuesday, a wreckage on Wednesday, treachery on Thursday, a fire on Friday, sabotage on Saturday, a stabbing on Sunday...and her murder on Monday. As the events threatened in the letter start to happen, Kay knows she has to figure out who her would-be murderer is before they can follow through on their twisted promise and make the worst day of the week a deadly one

The queer girl is going to be okay

Making a documentary about queer love that will hopefully win her a scholarship to film school, Dawn is determined to reach her goal, no matter what it takes

Shortcake cake. 11

suu Morishita (Mangaka group),

"An unflappable girl and a cast of lovable male roommates at a boardinghouse create bonds of friendship and romance. When Ten moves out of her parents' home in the mountains to live in a boardinghouse, she finds herself becoming fast friends with her male roommates. But can love and romance be far behind? Riku's mother asks him to come live with her, but Rei still won't tell Riku how he truly feels about him. Ten does everything she can to push Rei in the right direction because she knows it's the key to seeing Riku smile again." -- provided by publisher

Cursed Princess Club. 2

LambCat (Comics writer and artist),

Introduces the Princels, princes who have shunned society because of their own insecurities about their physical appearance and their inabilities to find romantic partners

Sanderson, Brandon,

"David and the Reckoners continue their fight against the Epics, humans with superhuman powers, except they may have met their match in Regalia, a High Epic who resides in Babylon Restored, the city formerly known as the borough of Manhattan"--

McCrina, Amanda, 1990-

In 1944, the Polish city of Lwów has been liberated from Germany but is caught among the insurgent armies of several countries and its resistance fighter; in this city, loyalty comes second to self-preservation. In order to eat, Tolya joins the Red Army but is rescued by Ukranian freedom fighters after he murders a Soviet officer in the street. That doesn't mean he trusts them, though

Nothing like the movies

"For a few beautiful months, Wes had his dream girl: strong-willed girl-next-door Liz. But right as the two were about to set off to UCLA to start their freshman year together, tragedy struck. Wes was left dealing with the fallout, which ultimately meant losing Liz in the process. Flash forward months and months later and Wes and Liz find themselves in college, together. In a healthier place now, Wes knows he broke Liz's heart when he ended things, but he is determined to make her fall back in love with him. Wes knows Liz better than anyone, and he has a foolproof plan to win her back with the rom-com worthy big gestures she loves. Only Liz will have none of it. Wes has to scheme like a rom-com hero to figure out how to see her. Even worse, Liz has a new friend...a guy friend. Still, Wes won't give up, adapting his clever plans and going hard to get Liz's attention and win back her affection. But after his best efforts get him nowhere, Wes is left wondering if their relationship is really over for good"--

Shonen note boy soprano. 8

Kamatani, Yuhki

When the town of Kawami has to accept dismal results from the vote on the industrial waste disposal facility, the City Opera troup hopes to lift spirits with music. Yutaka has been on a long journey of self-discovery, coming to terms with every aspect of his personality, but Midori's harsh words about his singing could send him into a self-defeating spiral

Only on the Weekends

From the Stonewall Award–winning author of The Black Flamingo comes a romantic coming-of-age novel in verse about the beautiful—and sometimes painful—fallout of pursuing the love we deserve. The ideal next read for fans of Kacen Callender, Elizabeth Acevedo, and Becky Albertalli. Fifteen-year-old Mack is a hopeless romantic—likely a hazard of growing up on film sets thanks to his father’s job. Mack has had a crush on Karim for as long as he can remember and he can’t believe it when gorgeous, popular Karim seems into him too. But when Mack’s father takes on a new directing project in Scotland, Mack has to move away, and soon discovers how painful long-distance relationships can be. It’s awful to be so far away from Karim, and it’s made worse by the fact that Karim can be so hard to read. Then Mack meets actor Finlay on set, and the world turns upside down again. Fin seems fearless—and his confidence could just be infectious. Award-winning author Dean Atta crafts a beautifully nuanced and revelatory story in verse about the exquisite highs and lows of first love and self-discovery

Taslim, Priyanka,

When her mother sets her up with handsome, aloof Harun, eighteen-year-old Bangladeshi American Zahra pretends to date him while she pursues her coworker, Nayim, but she quickly finds herself second-guessing her true feelings

"The year I stopped trying."

"Mary is having an existential crisis. She's a good student, she never gets in trouble, and she is searching for the meaning of life. She always thought she'd find it in a perfect score on the SATs. But by junior year, Mary isn't so sure anymore. The first time, it's an accident. She forgets to do a history assignment. She even crosses "history essay" off in her pristine planner. And then: Nothing happens. She doesn't burst into flames, the world doesn't end, the teacher doesn't even pull her aside after class. So she asks herself: Why am I trying so hard? What if I stop? With her signature wit and heaps of dark humor, Katie Heaney delivers a stunning YA novel the sprints full-force into the big questions our teen years beg--and adeptly unravels their web."--Amazon

The dream runners

Thakrar, Shveta,

Spirited away to the subterranean realm of Nagalok as children, seventeen-year-olds Tanvi and Venkat are charged with harvesting human dreams for the entertainment of the naga court--until one of them begins to remember the mortal life she left behind

Fairy tail. 16, A team of dragons

Mashima, Hiro, 1977-

Fairy Tail takes place in a world filled with magic. Seventeen-year-old Lucy is an attractive mage-in-training who wants to join a magician's guild so that she can become a full-fledged magician. The guild she dreams about joining is the most famous in the world, and it is known as the Fairy Tail. One day she meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young. Natsu has devoted his life to finding his Dragon father. When Natsu helps Lucy out of a tricky situation, she discovers that he is a member of the Fairy Tail magician's guild, and our heroes' adventure together begins

The Queen of Attolia

Turner, Megan Whalen

The Excalibur curse

White, Kiersten,

"The third and final book in the Camelot Rising trilogy finds Guinevere facing off against those she loves most, but can she find the courage to make the ultimate sacrifice?"--

When it's your turn for midnight

Musariri, Blessing, 1973-

When fifteen-year-old Chianti learns that her Baba is not her biological father, she goes to stay with her maternal grandmother where she discovers a new definition of family

Jujutsu kaisen. 28, Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku showdown seimoku

Akutami, Gege, 1992-

"To gain the power he needs to save his friend from a cursed spirit, Yuji Itadori swallows a piece of a demon, only to find himself caught in the midst of a horrific war of the supernatural! The plan to confiscate Sukuna's cursed technique fails. Higuruma finds himself separated from Itadori and the others while confronting Sukuna one-on-one! Can Higuruma take down Sukuna while armed with only his sword? Meanwhile, Okkotsu heads over to the most intense fighting in Shinjuku and opens his domain!"--Publisher

One piece. 10-11-12, East Blue

Oda, Eiichirō, 1975-

As a child, Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming the King of the Pirates. But his life changed when he accidentally gained the power to stretch like rubber ... the cost of never being able to swim again! Now Luffy, with the help of a motley collection of pirate wannabes, is setting off in search of the "One Piece," said to be the greatest treasure in the world

Naruto. 47, The seal destroyed

Kishimoto, Masashi, 1974-

"Naruto inches ever closer to discovering the true identity of his nemesis, Pain. But is it worth it as the frustrated ninja begins to morph at last into the dreaded Nine Tails? Plus an unexpected confession reveals incredible secrets about his past as Naruto prepares for the ultimate battle with Pain. Can the chakra-challenged Naruto win when one misstep could spell disaster?"--Publisher's web site

Blue exorcist. 19

Katō, Kazue, 1980-

Rin and his exorcist classmates are caught in a secret war against the forces of darkness. Raised by Father Fujimoto, a famous exorcist, Rin Okumura never knew his real father. One day a fateful argument with Father Fujimoto forces Rin to face a terrible truth - the blood of the demon lord Satan runs in Rin's veins! Rin swears to defeat Satan, but doing that means entering the mysterious True Cross Academy and becoming an exorcist himself. Mephisto Pheles has freed his brother Amaimon from imprisonment and set him loose on True Cross Academy to serve his own agenda. While the Exwires deal with Amaimon's surprise reappearance, Lewin Light, a.k.a. "Lightning," continues to investigate the mysterious Section 13 and its connection to the Blue Night event that seems to be the source of all the current troubles. Together they delve deep beneath True Cross Academy, shedding light on long-lost chambers shrouded in darkness and the terrible secrets that were buried there for a reason

"Coach Tsukasa receives a surprising request from the esteemed Olympic silver medalist, Shinishiro Sonidori, to train his son, Rioh. However, Rioh is disdainful towards Tsukasa due to his modest skating background, which makes Inori furious. In response, she vows to master a triple-double combo jump and to prove herself in the fiercely competitive All-Japan Novice A competition. With the end of her eligibility looming, this is Inori's final chance to compete at the All-Japan Novice level. Driven by a burning desire to match the prowess of their rivals, skater Hikaru and Coach Yodaka, Tsukasa and Inori embark on an intensive training regimen designed to elevate their performance to new heights!"--

Jujutsu kaisen. 15, The Shibuya incident--transformation

Akutami, Gege, 1992-

Sukuna is on a rampage and invaluable Jujutsu Sorcerers have been taken down. Meanwhile, Itadori rushes off to help Kugisaki

The book of murmurs

Purwin, Candice,

"When tragedy strikes her household and her book of spells is stolen, Little Moon is spirited away to the strange, shimmering world of The Fault. In this land rich in lore and crackling with magic, she must find allies, discover her true name, and channel the stories of her matrilineal line to battle the fearsome Shenk."--

Red and the wolves a graphic novel

"Red has dedicated her life to protecting her witch Grand Mother. Monsters have been roaming the forest that they call home, bringing forth a mysterious illness that has devastated the land and chased every living soul away. That is, until Red stumbles upon an injured wolf-girl named Sil. Red is cautiously optimistic to befriend someone new, but the more their relationship deepens, the more she begins to uncover the sinister truths behind everything she's ever known. Red must make the difficult decision of who to defend, before catastrophe consumes them all."--Back cover

Dr. Stone. 14, Medusa's true face

Inagaki, Riichiro,

"Imagine waking to a world where every last human has been mysteriously turned to stone ... One fateful day, all of humanity turned to stone. Many millennia later, Taiju frees himself from the petrification and finds himself surrounded by statues. The situation looks grim--until he runs into his science-loving friend Senku! Together they plan to restart civilization with the power of science! ... With a machine capable of producing unlimited revival fluid almost completed, Senku and friends will be ready to strike back against the Petrification Kingdom! But first they have to rescue their petrified friends! A drone would also come in handy, which means reviving the Kingdom of Science's godly artisan, Kaseki! But before that, they'll need to bring someone else back ..."--Provided by publisher

Dragon quest, the adventure of Dai. 2, Disciples of Avan II

Raised by monsters in a world scarred by battle, Dai has the heart of a hero! But it will take a grand world-spanning adventure and the help of some great friends for Dai to master the powers within him and become the hero he was always meant to be. Dai and his new companion Popp run into trouble after setting out for Romos. The magical gun-wielding warrior priest Maam lends unexpected help, but that isn't her only surprise--she also has a history with Avan! The trio must learn to work together or face defeat at the hands of Furfang Legion commander Crocodine

Dr. Stone. 25, Zero

Inagaki, Riichiro,

Hoping to get a lock on Why-Man's position, the Kingdom of Science builds an imaging satellite. Despite repeated failures launching their rocket, Senku and Xeno are determined to make it succeed! Meanwhile, Chrome and Suika are hard at work on their secret project to ensure the safe return of everyone on the moon mission

Breathe journeys to healthy binding

"An evidence-based graphic guide for people interested in chest-binding as a form of gender-affirming care"--

Run on your new legs. 2

"The race in Shibuya has given Kikuzato a taste of what running and competing on a blade could be, but it will take more than a new leg for him to truly be a contender the next time he races. Kikuzato needs to learn how to run, and Usami is only too happy to give him some pointers after school at track and field club. Kikuzato though his days of training with a team were behind him, but with the club members' help, the path to becoming a runner opens before him--though not without a few hurdles along the way!"--Page [4] of cover

Attack on Titan. 8

Isayama, Hajime, 1986-

"The expedition outside the wall was Eren's chance to prove himself. But it failed, and the female Titan is free once more! With his squad dead, Eren faces a royal summons. Will Mikasa and Armin have to betray their king to save their friend? And can they discover the female Titan's identity before she kills again?"

Naruto. 40, Ultimate art

Kishimoto, Masashi, 1974-

New Books for Kids

Christmas with the Chipmunks

Catch the Christmas spirit with Alvin and the Chipmunks in this Christmas collection. Along the way hear Alvin, Simon, and Theodore singing their own comical versions of holiday favorites like Jingle bells, Deck the halls, and their famous Chipmunk song (Christmas don't be late)! Includes four classic holiday episodes, all digitally restored

Yellowfang's secret

"Yellowfang is a loyal ShadowClan cat through and through--but she is haunted by a dark secret from her past that could threaten the future of the warrior Clans"--

Blackwood, Sage

The highly acclaimed first book of a fantasy adventure series set in a mysterious forest, starring a daring new hero. "Readers will thrill to journey with Jinx" (SLJ, starred review), a wizard's apprentice, as he sets off on a quest through the dangerous Urwald, a magical forest full of wizards and were-creatures, and discovers that it is more complex than he could imagine, and that it needs him more than he could ever guess. This humorous and smart tween fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Septimus Heap, The Sisters Grimm, and Fablehaven. Supports the Common Core State Standards

Five children and it

Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924,

Considered by Time Magazine to be one of the best fantasy books of all time, Edith Nesbit's Five Children and It follows a tribe of children on their magical adventures during a summer in the English countryside. When a strange, furry creature appears in front of the children and offers a wish a day, the children take advantage of the creature's abilities and discover that their wishes have many unforeseen-and often quite funny-consequences. As the children learn valuable lessons about thinking ahead and responsibility, the story of their summer with It has remained a timeless classic and stayed with readers and listeners for generations

Cooper, John, 1958-

Fifteen-year-old Danny is a troubled kid, and trouble always seems to follow him. Things are changing just too fast his family has moved to a new town, his father is battling alcoholism, and Danny has a hair-trigger temper that causes him problems with the teachers and the other kids at his new school. But as they say, everybody can do at least one thing well, and for Danny its judo. The dojo is the one place where Danny's aggression can find an outlet, even as he tries to make sense of a life that seems way out of control. As he gets ready for an upcoming competition, things just might be on the upswing in Danny's life. It is all thanks to the arrival of a four-legged wonder, a remarkable greyhound named Long Shot that may hold the key to Danny finding both balance in his life and, especially, a greater understanding of his father

Loureiro, Stephanie,

Learn how to greet others politely! This nonfiction book covers a variety of greetings and farewell gestures that students can use in everyday life. Perfect for young readers, this book also includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a bonus activity, and other useful features. This 20-page full-color book uses pictures and words to teach students how to greet others. It also covers important life skills such as meeting new people and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about polite communication, meeting new people, and friendly interactions

Iggy Peck, architect

Ever since he was a baby, Iggy Peck has built towers, bridges, and buildings, which comes in handy when his second grade class is stranded on an island during a picnic

The songbird and the rambutan tree

Abendanon, Lucille,

"After sabotaging her only chance to evacuate before the Japanese army invades Batavia in 1942, twelve-year-old Emmy is confined in the Tjideng prisoner-of-war camp, where she must overcome a tragedy from her past to find her voice and truly be free"--

Annie's cat is sad

Smith, Heather, 1968-

"Annie comes home from school to find her cat, Delilah, has had a terrible day and is quite sad. What do you do when your friend is sad? Cheer them up with all the things they love! Annie tries TV, warm milk, and even yoga! But at the end of the day, no distraction can really make our bad days simply disappear, as Annie knows all too well."--

Unskin Ennätyskirja

Saarinen, Teemu,

Voi ei! Unski on saanut potkut jalkapallojoukkueesta. Valmentaja kun ei enää jaksanut Unskin toilailuja… Onneksi Unski ei pienestä masennu. Hän päättää kokeilla muita urheilulajeja. Pesäpallo on kuitenkin yllättävän vaikeaa. Unskia ihmetyttää, missä maalit oikein ovat? Ja ketä tai mitä mailalla kuuluu lyödä? Yllättäen jalkapallovalmentaja tulee käymään. Halutaanko Unski todella takaisin joukkueeseen? Unskin ennätyskirja on toinen osa hillittömän hauskassa jalkapalloilusta kertovassa kirjasarjassa

Attack of the dragons

Stilton, Geronimo

The micekings are in a panic. The village's best cook is ill, and until she recovers, there's no delicious stew to eat! Geronimo Stiltonord departs immediately in search of a cure for her. But on the way, he ends up snout-to-snout with terrifying dragons! Can he make it back with his fur intact?

Happy birthday, Barnabas

Lepp, Royden, 1980-

Barnabas Bear enjoys a birthday tea with one of his friends. One by one, Barnabas's other friends walk by him on their way to the farm. Did they forget it is Barnabas's birthday? This My First I Can Read! book, with basic language, word repetition, and great illustrations, is perfect for shared reading with a child. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade

A sprinkle of friendship

Viehl, Lynn, 1961-

I brought his hand to my heart. Whenever we touched, our heartbeats changed rhythm, as they did now, until they beat together in sync. "I love all of you, Jesse." Catlyn Youngblood has a secret life. Despite being a natural-born vampire hunter like her two older brothers, Cat has fallen for Jesse-an ageless boy from a centuries-old vampire clan. Cat's job cataloguing rare texts at a bookstore allows her to meet with Jesse alone every night. But when girls who look disturbingly similar to Cat start disappearing from town, Cat and Jesse discover frightening clues to their whereabouts within the book collection. Together, they must stop a crazed man from realizing a dark scheme that could claim Cat's life

Raven Tales: Great Bear Rock

Join Raven, Eagle, Frog, and their new friends, the First People, in the land before time. Raven Tales: Great Bear Rock is the sixteenth episode in this series of animated television programs based upon the multiple award-winning animated film, Raven Tales: How Raven Stole the Sun. Raven Tales chronicles the wild and wacky adventures of Raven, the most powerful and trickiest trouble-maker of First Nations' folklore. In this episode, the children are playing games in the forest, and, despite the fact that he wins every time, Winadzi is being a poor sport. Showing off, he winds up trapped on a high ledge, but he's too proud to ask for help. Raven comes to sit with him a while and decides to tell Winadzi the story of how, many years ago, he tricked the Great Bear- the biggest and strongest bear who ever lived-and turned him to stone

The parent agency

Baddiel, David,

Barry Bennett hates being called Barry. In fact it's number 2 on the list of things he blames his parents for, along with 1) 'being boring' and 3) 'always being tired.'But there is a world, not far from this one, where children are allowed to choose their parents. For Barry Bennett, this world seems like a dream come true. Only things turn out to be not quite that simple…

Angelini, Josephine,

The passionate romance of Twilight meets Greek mythology in this dazzling debut about star-crossed demigods. How do you defy destiny? Helen Hamilton has spent her entire sixteen years trying to hide how different she is - no easy task on an island as small and sheltered as Nantucket. And it's getting harder. Nightmares of a desperate desert journey have Helen waking parched, only to find her sheets damaged by dirt and dust. At school she's haunted by hallucinations of three women weeping tears of and when Helen first crosses paths with Lucas Delos, she has no way of knowing they're destined to play the leading roles in a tragedy the Fates insist on repeating throughout history. As Helen unlocks the secrets of her ancestry, she realizes that some myths are more than just legend. But even demigod powers might not be enough to defy the forces that are both drawing her and Lucas together - and trying to tear them apart

The evil within

On the brink of a breakdown, two years after the death of his fiancée, Jim Hawkes quits his high-powered job in the city to rent a cottage in the Devonshire countryside seeking some well-needed rest. But Slyford St. James is far from the peaceful haven Jim was hoping for. Almost immediately, he is plagued by strange occurrences: a combination lock that won't open, loud noises in the attic, the figure of a little girl always just out of sight. His new village friends, Jed and Emma, are convinced Jim has found his way to the village for a reason, to solve the mystery surrounding the suspicious death of a child. But as Jim is haunted by the ghosts of his past and endangered by a real-world threat in the present, it soon becomes apparent that true evil never dies

Read along with Disney! When a street urchin vies for the love of a beautiful princess, he uses a genie's magic power to make himself off as a prince in order to marry her

Panda's Easter basket

Morrow, Tara Jaye

Panda has a delicious-looking Easter basket, with chocolate eggs, jelly beans, and a big chocolate bunny! But when he gobbles it all up at once, he gets a terrible tummy ache. Fortunately, Mom knows how to soothe his pain and the two settle in for a snuggly holiday

In the second magical volume of the Enchanter's Child duology, the bestselling author of the Septimus Heap series, Angie Sage, crafts a stunning finale filled with humor, drama, and nonstop action, just right for fantasy-adventure lovers. In the first book of the Enchanter's Child duology, Alex discovered the truth: Not only does she possess magical powers but her father is Hagos RavenStarr, who was once the king's Enchanter. Alex is pursued by the fiendish Twilight Hauntings, monstrous Enchantments created because a prophecy foretold the king's death at the hands of an Enchanter's Child. The Twilight Hauntings are designed to rid the land of all Enchanters and their children, but Alex has other ideas. Why should she be forced to leave the place where she belongs? So now Alex is on a mission to destroy the Twilight Hauntings. And to do so she must find the very thing that created them-a magical talisman called the Tau. But where is it? In her search for the Tau, Alex enlists the reluctant help of her father and a strange assortment of people along the way. As she travels, Alex hones her magical skills and learns that even family and friends can surprise her

The sad seal : practicing the s sound

Snyder, Serena,

Colorful Illustrations support decodable text, guiding beginning readers to identify, recognize, and use the /s/ sound. Featuring high-frequency words, this authentic fictional narrative also gives emerging readers the opportunity to read with purpose and for meaning while reinforcing basic phonemic sounds. Readers will meet Sally the Seal and learn what makes her sad. This fiction phonics title is paired with the nonfiction phonics title Smelly Skunks: Practicing the S Sound. The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: * Word List with carefully selected grade-appropriate words featuring the /s/ sound found in the text * Teacher Talk that assists instructors in introducing the /s/ sound * Group Activity that guides students to identify the /s/ sound, decode the words that contain it, and use the words * Extended Activity that provides students with additional opportunities to think about, list, and use words containing the /s/ sound

Travel Adventures: Banff National Park : Banff National Park

Lila isn't excited about her family vacation to Banff National Park. She's convinced it will be boring--or that she'll be eaten by a bear! But she soon discovers how many fun things there are to see and do. Tag along on a trip to Canada and learn how to calculate area along the way. Packed with factual information and high-interest content, this fiction math book uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading skills. Let's Explore Math sidebars feature math questions that challenge students to develop their math skills. A problem-solving section at the end of the book prompts students to reflect and apply what they've learned. Demystify math with this leveled book that makes learning math fun and accessible for kids ages 10-12 and appeals to reluctant readers

Love you always

A bear and a duck express their love in rhymes, in a book that features tactile, heart-shaped holes on every page

The Boss's Bride

Talk Of The Town Leaving her cheating fiancé at the altar made Gracie Wilson famous in tiny Bygones, Kansas. Now the only things she can count on are her job at the Fixer-Upper Hardware store and the store's handsome owner. Though Bygones's runaway bride has boosted Patrick Fogerty's business more than any sale could, his feelings for Gracie are more than professional. But with Gracie's heart in pieces, he's afraid to hurt her. Gracie must somehow find the courage to run toward the man of her dreams. The Heart of Main Street: They're rebuilding the town one step-;and heart-;at a time

Steveson, Nanci Turner,

Perfect for fans of One for the Murphys and The Penderwicks, this poignant and moving middle grade novel tells the story of a girl who moves to a new town and meets an unforgettable family-one that will change her and her mother's lives forever. Magnolia Grace never wanted to leave Georgia. She never wanted to move with her mama to the farm her daddy owned before he died. But now here she is, in a tiny Vermont town where everybody sings the praises of the father Maggie never knew. Then Maggie meets the Parker family-two moms, six kids, plus a pony. The Parkers are loud and wild, ask lots of questions, and don't follow any of the rules Maggie grew up with in Georgia. Suddenly Maggie has questions too-questions about her father, and why Mama kept him away for so long. In her search for answers, Maggie will learn that families are like patchwork quilts, sewn together by love, and all the more beautiful for their different colors

Search for the sunken statue

Beil, Michael D.,

Following the Swallowtales writers' conference, there are two visitors to the island. Chase Kannen, a dashing, 30ish explorer/adventurer arrives on a huge expedition yacht in search of a bronze statue of Cassandra (from Greek mythology) lost off the deck of a cargo ship in a storm on the lake in the 60's. He has a film crew with him, making a documentary about the search. They find the statue, but shortly thereafter, while it is displayed on the deck of the yacht, it disappears. If it's not found, Kannen will be able to collect the insurance money, which is in the millions. Meanwhile, Lark and Pip's Aunt Abigail, their mom's estranged sister, arrives by ferry. The sisters haven't seen their aunt since they were 5 and 3, and they're not sure why she has decided to come now. Of course, it turns out Aunt Abigail has heard about the deed of land on Swallowtail that might leave Lark and Pip very rich. Turns out Aunt Abigail has a scheme to get the girls to sell their rights to the land . . . with her help, and "for a small percentage."

The dragon in the library

Stowell, Louie,

Reluctant reader Kit discovers her wizarding powers and the magic she can wield through books to help save the local library, and its resident dragon, from a power-hungry tycoon

Little house in the big woods

Wilder, Laura Ingalls, 1867-1957,

The first book in Laura Ingalls Wilder's treasured Little House series-now available as an ebook! This digital version features Garth Williams's classic illustrations, which appear in vibrant full color on a full-color device and in rich black-and-white on all other devices. This beloved story of a pioneer girl and her family begins in 1871 in a log cabin on the edge of the Big Woods of Wisconsin. Four-year-old Laura lives in the little house with her Pa, her Ma, her sisters Mary and Carrie, and their dog, Jack. Pioneer life is sometimes hard for the family, but it is also exciting as they celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do the spring planting, bring in the harvest, and make their first trip into town. And every night Laura and her family are safe and warm in their little house, with the happy sound of Pa's fiddle to send them off to sleep. The nine Little House books are inspired by Laura's own childhood and have been cherished by generations of readers as both a unique glimpse into America's frontier history and as heartwarming, unforgettable stories

The very hungry caterpillar eats dinner a shapes book

Die-cut pages illustrate the concept of shapes as a hungry caterpillar eats different things for dinner

The red taxis. Volume 1: THE RED TAXIS

Peyo, creator of The Smurfs, brings everybody's childhood fantasy to life in this charming graphic novel series! Benny Breakiron is an honest, polite little boy with an exceptional quality: he possesses superhuman strength, can leap over huge distances, and can run unbelievably fast! This little kid packs quite a punch, and he devotes his play time to stopping crime and injustice. In this first volume, a new taxi service has moved into Benny's town threatening to put Benny's friend, taxi driver Mr. Dussiflard, out of business. The more Benny learns about the Red Taxi Company, the more he realizes something isn't right. Who's behind this mysterious enterprise, and just what are they up to? Benny aims to find out and put a stop to it once and for all, and hopefully keep the property damage to a minimum!

Adventure time presents Marcy & Simon

After surviving the Mushroom War and his time as Ice King, Simon sets out to make amends for his past by rescuing Betty from Golb with help from Marcy, Finn, Jake, and Princess Bubblegum

Rex Rocket. 1, Cosmic weiner dog

Gallagher, John, 1967-

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

The Brave Bunch: Stories of Kids Who Dared to Try

Whitaker, Emily Rose,

The Brave Bunch: Stories of Kids Who Dared to TryMeet The Brave Bunch-a wildly gutsy gang of kids who don't wait around for grown-ups to solve their problems (because let's face it, the grown-ups in these stories are either confused, missing, or too busy drinking tea with talking pigeons).This isn't your sugary-sweet, squeaky-clean storybook. These tales are about real bravery-the kind that bubbles up when you're knee-deep in jungle mud, facing off with a suspiciously grumpy tree, or clinging to your wobbly bike while your socks are on backwards. Packed with impossible challenges, pesky fears, magical twists, and just enough absurdity to make bedtime a bit dangerous, this collection proves that bravery comes in all shapes, sizes, and snack preferences.Inside, You'll Find:A girl who climbs a tree taller than her own house (with shoes that keep squeaking secrets)A maze that only opens at midnight and smells faintly of cheeseA paper airplane so powerful it causes a school-wide riotA lost puppy that may-or may not-be part dragonA whispering forest that's allergic to loud thoughtsA shadow monster who's more scared of tickles than kidsA castle that forgets it's a castle and thinks it's a sandwichThese aren't stories for quiet little angels. These are stories for the loud, the curious, the daring, and the occasionally clumsy-just like the kids who read them. Emily Rose Whitaker grew up in a small town in Vermont where snow days meant hot cocoa and reading stacks of fairy tales under a big quilt. She always knew she wanted to write stories that kids would beg to hear "just one more time" before bed. Her love for adventure and a pinch of mischief shows up in every tale she spins.Before writing full-time, Emily worked as a kindergarten teacher for almost a decade. Those years gave her more than enough funny moments and wild kid questions to fill a hundred books. She believes there's magic in the everyday stuff - muddy boots, backyard forts, and secret handshakes between best friends.When she's not writing, Emily can be found gardening with her two daughters, baking cookies that rarely make it to the jar, or camping in the woods with her husband. She swears she's never outgrown bedtime stories herself - they're her favorite way to dream up the next adventure

Wiggler's big joke

Vandorn, Kaeti,

"A jokester worm finds out that friendship means more than just playing around in this candy-colored young graphic novel"-- Provided by publisher

Alice in Wonderland

One day, a young girl named Alice suddenly spots a frantic White Rabbit, wearing a waistcoat and carrying a pocket watch. She follows the hurried creature down a hole into the magical world of Wonderland. While there, Alice meets more crazy creatures, including the Mad Hatter, the Caterpillar, and the Cheshire Cat, and plays a twisted game of croquet with the Queen of Hearts. But when the Queen turns against her, this dream-like world quickly becomes a nightmare

One crazy summer the graphic novel

Williams-Garcia, Rita,

In the summer of 1968, after traveling from Brooklyn to Oakland, California, to spend a month with the mother they barely know, eleven-year-old Delphine and her two younger sisters arrive to a cold welcome as they discover that their mother, a dedicated poet and printer, is resentful of the intrusion of their visit and wants them to attend a nearby Black Panther summer camp

Creatures from the cul-de-sac

Pumphrey, Jarrett,

"It's October. Halloween is almost here, and brothers Lincoln and Hudson Dupré are excited about their first time trick-or-treating without their parents. But odd and spooky things start happening on their cul-de-sac--things they get blamed for. Link and Hud must face down zombies, a suspected werewolf, and a (definitely) haunted house to find the real culprit and save Halloween."--

Teenage mutant ninja turtles : Saturday morning adventures. Vol. 2

The adventures of the animated Turtles continue in this new series inspired by the '80s animated TV show. Grab a slice and settle in with the world's most fearsome fighting team! Cowabunga! After an accidental encounter with an unknown element in the sewers of the city, the Rat King finds his ability to control the hearts and minds of rodents is waning. But in its place, he finds the ability to control reptile life, which will totally make things harder for the Heroes in a Half Shell! Plus, the TMNT are stoked when Professor McGuffin sends them on a special expedition to the ocean floor where the heroes are shell-shocked to discover Turtlantis, a subaqueous civilization that reveres turtles! Then, after learning that the Shredder has stolen an indestructible meteorite from TCRI, Donatello discovers an interdimensional signal in the Deep South that he thinks might be connected, and gets some help from the Punk Frogs! Collects issues #1-5 of the new ongoing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures series!

Superman : comic chapter books. The dark side of the Apokolips

Sutton, Laurie S., 1953-

There are few places more dangerous than Apokolips, but Superman never turns away from those who need help. The downtrodden slaves of the planet, known as the Lowlies, are ready to throw off their shackles in this comics and chapter book hybrid. But first Superman and the freedom fighters must battle Darkseid's forces to ensure the slaves' freedom. They'll face Parademons, Female Furries, and the most fearsome villain in the universe - Darkseid himself. Is Superman strong enough to defeat the evil super-villain, or are some challenges too great for even the Man of Steel?

Bayani and the old ghosts. Issue 1

McIntire, Travis,

Bayani, a boy of 11, is desperately trying to care for his sick father (a fisherman) and keep food on the table for his small family. Unfortunately, the sun has been shining down on the islands for the last month and night refuses to fall. The land is growing parched from the constant heat and the fish are moving further and further away from shore. During this disaster, the rain god, Pati', recruits Bayani to undertake a quest rescuing the nine kidnapped daughters of Lady Moon from the horrible monsters of lore. Bayani embarks on a great adventure with his friend, Tala, and using their wits, the kids defeat one hideous creature after another in their quest to rescue each of the Moon's daughters and ultimately save their village

Holm, Jennifer L

A graphic novel following the Halloween adventures of Babymouse, an imaginative young mouse

When dinos dawned, mammals got munched, and Pterosaurs took flight a cartoon pre-history of life in the Triassic

"In the style of WHEN BUGS WERE BIG and WHEN FISH GOT FEET this book discusses all the exciting developments of the Triassic Age, from the split of Pangaea into Gondwanaland and Laurasia, to the first appearance of the dinosaurs. There were pterosaurs (flying reptiles), the first flowering plants, humongous sea creatures, early turtles, and the first coral reefs. Early mammals also appeared in the Triassic, and there were several dramatic extinction events. With the books' signature blend of humor and clearly presented information, cartoon illustrations help keep the fact-filled material extra fun"--

Because no one will deliver the pizza they crave, Norma and Belly must get creative, so with the help of their friends, these squirrels find a way to get a pizza, even if it means taking on a wild beast

Amazing World War II Stories. The Unbreakable Zamperini

In the 1930s Louis Zamperini was a promising Olympic track athlete. But when World War II broke out, he enlisted and served as a bombardier with the U.S. Army Air Corps. In 1943 Zamperini miraculously survived when his bomber crashed in the Pacific Ocean. But that was just the beginning of his ordeal. After surviving for more than six weeks on a raft at sea, he was captured by Japanese forces and sent to a POW camp. For the next two years Zamperini endured brutal treatment at the hands of the Japanese officer who chose to make an example of him. But no matter how horrible things things became, Zamp refused to be broken. Learn all about Louis Zamperini and his unbreakable spirit as a prisoner of war in World War II

Sailor Moon R. Season 2 part 1

After their epic battle, The Sailor Guardians are called back to action when some new and powerful enemies appear! Ail and An are alien siblings bound to the mysterious energy-devouring Makai Tree. And the Black Moon Clan, led by Prince Demande, has the power to destroy all of future Crystal Tokyo. Things get complicated when a mysterious pink-haired girl falls from the sky, demands the Legendary Silver Crystal, and claims Mamoru for her own!

Bear on the loose!

Lysiak, Hilde, 2006-

When she hears reports of bear roaming the backyards of Selinsgrove, Hilde and her sister/photographer Izzy are determined to get the story for their own newspaper, the Orange Street News--but when they find out the culprit is a black bear cub, their scoop turns into a rescue mission

Pikachu's First Friends

Matsuo, Rikako,

Meet cute Pokémon in a whole new way! This original illustrated storybook is perfect for moms and dads who want to introduce their little ones to the most beloved Pokémon of all time. Pikachu sets out on a voyage of exploration! The little Pokémon is looking for a home. Then it lands on a mysterious island. Pikachu begins to explore. What new friends will it meet? Join Pikachu in this heartwarming adventure as it discovers new places, foods, music, and most of all, friends! This original story will introduce Pokémon to a whole new generation of fans. With soft, whimsical art and a sweet, simple storyline, Pikachu's First Friends is sure to appeal to little children beginning their own journeys of friendship and discovery. Rikako Matsuo is an author and illustrator who has published several popular books for children. She is a graduate of Joshibi University of Art and Design, and she lives and works in Japan. She has been a big fan of Pokémon since her childhood

The woolly monkey mysteries : the quest to save a rainforest species

Markle, Sandra,

Readers will learn how scientists use camera-trap technology to study woolly monkeys in the Manu Biosphere Reserve. These camera traps helped scientists discover information about the woolly monkeys' diet, behavior, and habitat. Known as the rainforest's gardeners, their activities and behaviors are essential to the survival of the trees and animals in the rainforest. Scientists must learn more to save this keystone species and protect the rainforests

State of the Union : Fina Mendoza Mysteries

A mysterious bird poops on the president's head during the State of the Union address. The bird could be a Chickcharney, the legendary bird from the Caribbean, which may have come to Washington to deliver a secret message. Is it for the president? Or Congress? Or for Fina\u2019s friend, a cashier at the Capitol snack bar? Or maybe it's a message for Fina from her mom who passed away not so many months ago. Fina gets detecting help from a pair of congressional dogs as she searches for clues. The story mixes the mystery with a peek behind the scenes at the U.S. Capitol, including a congressional battle over immigration reform and a family battle when Fina\u2019s grandmother is nearly arrested at an immigration protest. "State of the Union" is an introduction to civics for elementary school readers. It's "The West Wing" meets Nancy Drew

February friend

Roy, Ron, 1940-

Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy follow clues to find whoever left a rabbit in their first-grade classroom on Valentine's Day, because they are worried the rabbit will get sick and die of loneliness

Narwhal I'm around

Reynolds, Aaron, 1970-

"Sixth grader Rex Dexter uses his ability to communicate with dead animals to investigate a narwhal's mysterious death"--

Batson, Wayne Thomas, 1968-

A young lad awakens on an island, alone and brutally injured, with no memory of his past. Captain Declan Ross searched for riches that will free him and his headstrong daughter, Anne, from the piracy business forever . . . Bartholomew Thorne, an infamously ruthless pirate, seeks to destroy Ross and any who stand in his way of the legendary treasure hidden by a mysterious order of monks. With these intriguing characters and many more, Wayne Thomas Batson weaves a spell-binding adventure filled with high-seas drama where battles rage, storms brew, a long-dormant volcano awakens, and a sea creature slithers in the deep as pirates race for a cliff-top fortress

Histories and mysteries

Paquette, Ammi-Joan,

"Assorted unbelievable stories about people, places and events--most of which are true, some of which are not"--

Creatures of the flood

One kingdom. Three worlds. An all-new series packed with high-stakes adventures from bestselling Warriors author Erin Hunter, perfect for fans of Wings of Fire and Endling. The pandas of the Bamboo Kingdom have never forgotten the great flood that ended the peaceful life they'd always known. But for three young creatures born that day, the flood marks not an end, but a beginning-the beginning of their struggles to find a place in very different worlds. Leaf, raised in the sparse Northern Forest, works tirelessly to help her family find bamboo to eat; Rain, hot-tempered, refuses to accept a suspicious new leader in her Southern Forest community; and Ghost, clumsy and uncoordinated, worries he'll never fit in with his hunter family in the mountains. None of them know that the others are out there, but thanks to a mysterious tiger that's been threatening the Kingdom, they will soon find each other-and fulfill a prophecy that had been made long before they were born. This first book of a thrilling new animal adventure series from Erin Hunter is sure to enthrall readers of her other bestselling series. Fans will love having a new universe to immerse themselves in!

A threefold cord

Goldenberg, Howard,

Three Australian nine-year olds from different immigrant backgrounds form a Secret Society they call The Threefold Cord, to do good such as helping an old lady. When they rescue a tortured cat, they stumble on a crime gang that traffics costly cats and smuggles rare red diamonds, led by the enigmatic and quite monstrously fearsome Dr Vandersluys, the tall, pale stranger who always wears sunglasses and dresses in black. Through their unity, courage and resourcefulness (and helped by an Aboriginal elder), the three succeed in saving themselves, overcoming evil and helping others. The story is thrilling and funny and full of unexpected twists and turns and mysterious characters

Through the night sky

Ganeri, Anita, 1961-

Beginning with a sunset and ending at dawn, Through the Night Sky shines a light on the magical events taking place in the darkness above. Unlike an astronomy book that focuses on eye-popping facts and figures about the Universe, Through the Night Sky features a series of incredible stories that take place in the sky at night. Track a colony of bats as they fly through the twilight to pollinate the flowers of the mysterious baobab tree, follow a family into the wilderness to gaze at the constellations, watch whales swimming through chilly Arctic waters under the gentle glow of the Northern Lights, then chart the journey of a ship navigating by the stars. Through the Night Sky is a beautiful book that spans a wide range of subjects, including everything from nocturnal animals or revellers watching fireworks illuminate the night, to celestial objects such as the moon, planets, stars, and meteor showers - all under the vast night sky

Dixon, Franklin W.,

"Detective brothers Frank and Joe search for a very special beetle"--

Ryan, Pam Muñoz,

A Maximiliano Córdoba le encantan las historias, especialmente la leyenda que le cuenta Buelo sobre un mítico guardián que ayuda a los viajeros valientes de corazón puro en un viaje a la tierra del mañana. Si Max pudiera ver el mañana, sabría si lo aceptarán en el famoso club de fútbol de Santa María y si alguna vez encontrará a su madre, quien desapareció cuando él era bebé. Quiere saber más de ella, pero su papá no quiere hablar; así que cuando Max descubre un secreto familiar que involucra una red subterránea de guardianes que ayudan a la gente a huir a la seguridad del país vecino, decide buscar las respuestas por su cuenta. Maximiliano Córdoba loves stories; especially the legend Buelo tells him about a mythical gatekeeper who can guide brave travelers on a journey into tomorrow. If Max could see tomorrow, he would know if he'd make Santa Maria's celebrated football team and whether he'd ever meet his mother, who disappeared when he was a baby. He longs to know more about her, but Papá won't talk. So when Max uncovers a buried family secret -involving an underground network of guardians who lead people fleeing a neighboring country to safety -he decides to seek answers on his own. With a treasured compass, a mysterious stone rubbing, and Buelo's legend as his only guides, he sets out on a perilous quest to discover if he is true of heart and what the future holds. This timeless tale of struggle, hope, and the search for tomorrow has much to offer today about compassion and our shared humanity

Wallace and Grace and the cupcake caper

Alexander, Heather, 1967-

When Monty the chipmunk's cupcake is stolen, owl detectives Wallace and Grace try to find "whoo-done-it."

Stephen Hawking

Sarantou, Katlin,

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Stephen Hawking in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills

Salem witch trials

Loh-Hagan, Virginia,

Would you have survived the Salem witch trials? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Would you have survived aboard the Titanic? What about lost in the pyramids of Ancient Egypt? Read the books in the Surviving History series and tally up your score to find out! While flipping through, learn wild facts and survival tips. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities

Boy alone : a brother's memoir

Greenfeld, Karl Taro, 1964-

In this literary tour de force, Karl Taro Greenfield, the acclaimed journalist and author of China Syndrome, tells the story of his life growing up with his brother, chronicling the hopes, dreams, and realities of life with an autistic sibling. Fans of Joan Didion's The Year of Magical Thinking and David Sheff's Beautiful Boy will find many poignant, moving moments in Boy Alone

Amelia the legend of the lost aviator

Tanaka, Shelley

Ever since Amelia Earhart and her plane disappeared on July 2, 1937, people have wanted to know more about this remarkable woman. Amelia Earhart follows the charismatic aviator from her first sight of an airplane at the age of ten to the last radio transmission she made before she vanished. Illustrated with original artworks, contemporary photographs, quotes, and details, this is a great introduction to the famous pilot

Pioneering American computer geniuses

It is hard to imagine a world without computers. The people found in this book are largely responsible for creating the high-tech world in which we live today. These computer geniuses include early programmers like Grace Hopper and Herman Hollerith, computer chip inventors like Jack Kilby and Robert Noyce, and business people like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. Readers take a look at thirteen individuals whose work has helped bring modern computers to their current level. Other people profiled in this volume are John von Neumann, John W. Mauchly, J. Presper Eckert, Jr., An Wang, Stephen Wozniak, Marc Hannah and Marc Andreessen

Who was J.R.R. Tolkien?

Best known for his epic Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien was born in British-occupied South Africa. His early life was full of action and adventure. Tolkien spent his childhood roaming the British countryside with his family and could read and write by age four. He was naturally gifted with languages and used this skill as a signals officers in World War II as well as in his fantasy writing. By creating alternate universes and inventing languages in his work he demonstrated that imaginary realms were not just for children. Fondly remembered as the "Father of High Fantasy," Tolkien's books have inspired blockbuster movies and legions of fans

What is white privilege?

Erickson, Leigh Ann,

Race in America has been avoided in children's education for too long. What Is White Privilege? explores the concept of systemic and intrinsic racism in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race issues with open eyes and minds. Includes 21st Century Skills and content, as well as a PBL activity across the Racial Justice in America series. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Race in America has been avoided in children's education for too long. The Racial Justice in America series explores the topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race issues with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as a PBL activity across books. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities

Miles Davis : jazz master

Nicknamed the Prince of Darkness, jazz trumpeter and bandleader Miles Davis was one of the brightest lights in the jazz world. Miles Davis: Jazz Master introduces readers to this talented but troubled jazz visionary and his music. The most highly recognized series on African Americans celebrates Black History Month all year long! Journey to Freedom: The African American Library provides fascinating information on the heroic stories of African Americans who have played leading roles in shaping world history. Packed with vintage photographs that bring both the subjects' frustrations and victories to life, this highly acclaimed collection honestly portrays African American people and events that have forever impacted our society

Who was Robert Ripley?

Anderson, Kirsten

"Enter a world of shrunken heads, mystic holy men, shriveled aliens, and bizarre relics in the delightfully odd tale of Robert Ripley. Born in California, Ripley began his career as a sports cartoonist. He went on to chronicle global records and oddities in his weekly column, Believe It Or Not! After publishing mogul William Randolph Hearst took an interest in the column, it became a syndicated global success. Ripley spent his life traveling to more than 200 countries in search of strange objects and interesting facts. His penchant for the peculiar launched an entertainment empire, and his collection of artifacts can be seen worldwide at his famous Odditoriums. Believe It Or Not!"--

Fishman, Jon M.,

Superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky has six Olympic medals and fifteen World Championship medals. Discover how this Olympian made history

Dear Benjamin Banneker

Pinkney, Andrea Davis

Throughout his life Banneker was troubled that all blacks were not free. And so, in 1791, he wrote to Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, who had signed the Declaration of Independence. Banneker attacked the institution of slavery and dared to call Jefferson a hypocrite for owning slaves. Jefferson responded. This is the story of Benjamin Banneker--his science, his politics, his morals, and his extraordinary correspondence with Thomas Jefferson. Illustrated in full-page scratchboard and oil paintings by Caldecott Honor artist Brian Pinkney

Maria Montessori

Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (María Isabel),

The elephant doctor of India

Chodosh, Janie,

Early on a January morning in 2015, a young bull elephant touched a sagging electric line in the Paneri Tea Plantation in the Udalgari District of Assam, India. The elephant's soft-padded feet conducted the current, and the animal fell, kicking in the mud. The local veterinarian called to the scene thought the tusker was going to die. The forest department warden called the one person who could help: Dr. Kushal Konwar Sarma, India's beloved elephant doctor. The Elephant Doctor of India brings the middle-grade reader into the heart of Assam, a remote land of tea plantations, paddy fields, and ancient forests. Author Janie Chodosh spent time with Dr. Sarma and brings his incredible story-and the lives of these magnificent animals-to readers in classrooms everywhere

Vera Wang : fashion designer

Worth, Richard,

Born to wealthy and accomplished Chinese immigrants, Vera Wang was given nearly every opportunity in life. But when the budding skater failed to realize her dream of making the US Olympic team, she turned to a career in fashion. Wang has since become one of the world's most accomplished fashion designers, creating wedding gowns for celebrities and figure skating costumes for gold medal winners. Riveting text, full-color photos, and inspirational direct quotations will make it clear to readers exactly why Vera Wang is an influential Asian

Kids will be delighted to learn all about this amazing athlete's achievements. This title will cover Redmond Gerard's early years, how he got his start snowboarding, and how he earned his Olympic gold medal in the slopestyle event. Colorful, full-bleed photographs, extra fun facts about Red, and a glossary complete this title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards

A little courage

Levi, Taltal, 1991-

"Through the eyes of a child, the world is full of adventure! A teacup-sized little girl discovers a playground in a potted plant, and the perfect swimming pool in a glass of water. Then when she sees a mysterious shadow lurking beyond her books and paper clips, she must summon her courage. But wait! Could this fluffy, purring creature be a friend? Taltal Levi's evocative text and illustrations tell an inventive story about courage, imagination, and friendship."--Publisher's desciption

Follows a curious bunny's adventures in the kitchen

Inside divergent : the initiate's world

Bernard, Cecilia,

Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling novel Divergent is now a major motion picture starring Shailene Woodley, Theo James, and Kate Winslet! This eye-catching volume takes you inside the film version of Divergent. With more than 100 photographs-many never before seen-Inside Divergent will immerse you in the thrilling dystopian world of futuristic Chicago, where you'll meet the initiates and discover the factions

Musŏun ttalgibat

Cho, Mi-ja (Picture book author and illustrator),

Kinda Like Brothers : Kinda Like Brothers (Scholastic Gold)

Jarrett doesn't trust Kevon.But he's got to share a room with him anyway. It was one thing when Jarrett's mom took care of foster babies who needed help. But this time it's different. This time the baby who needs help has an older brother -- a kid Jarrett's age named Kevon.Everyone thinks Jarrett and Kevon should be friends -- but that's not gonna happen. Not when Kevon's acting like he's better than Jarrett -- and not when Jarrett finds out Kevon's keeping some major secrets.Jarrett doesn't think it's fair that he has to share his room, his friends, and his life with some stranger. He's gotta do something about it -- but what?From award-winning author Coe Booth, KINDA LIKE BROTHERS is the story of two boys who really don't get along -- but have to find a way to figure it out. Praise for Coe Booth's BRONXWOOD:"Readers who have been with Tyrell from the beginning as well as those meeting him for the first time will be utterly invested in his future." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS"Tyrell tells his own story in language that never misses in its gritty authenticity." -- BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOKS"A compelling tale of a teen still trying to make the right choices despite the painful consequences." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"Booth paints a vivid picture of urban African American life." -- VOYAPraise for Coe Booth's TYRELL:A 2007 LA TIMES Book Prize Winner for Young Adult FictionAn ALA Best Book for Young Adults"A gritty and gripping first novel." -- THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW* "Heartbreakingly realistic. . . . Unlike many books reflecting the contemporary street scene, this one is more than just a pat situation with a glib resolution; it's filled with surprising twists and turns that continue to the end." -- BOOKLIST, starred review"The definitive tale of the modern African American urban youth." -- VOYA Coe Booth is a graduate of The New School's Writing for Children MFA program, and a winner of the LA Times Book Prize for Young Adult Fiction. She is the author of Tyrell and Kendra, and was born and still lives in the Bronx. Praise for Coe Booth's BRONXWOOD:"Readers who have been with Tyrell from the beginning as well as those meeting him for the first time will be utterly invested in his future." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS"Tyrell tells his own story in language that never misses in its gritty authenticity." -- BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOKS"A compelling tale of a teen still trying to make the right choices despite the painful consequences." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"Booth paints a vivid picture of urban African American life." -- VOYAPraise for Coe Booth's TYRELL:A 2007 LA TIMES Book Prize Winner for Young Adult FictionAn ALA Best Book for Young Adults"A gritty and gripping first novel." -- THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW* "Heartbreakingly realistic. . . . Unlike many books reflecting the contemporary street scene, this one is more than just a pat situation with a glib resolution; it's filled with surprising twists and turns that continue to the end." -- BOOKLIST, starred review"The definitive tale of the modern African American urban youth." -- VOYA

Monster meditation a change of plans for Elmo!

"Elmo is all set to have a playdate, until it gets cancelled. Luckily, he learns fun breathing activities and a game to help get over his disappointment"--

Hawks kettle, puffins wheel and other poems of birds in flight

Vande Griek, Susan, 1950-

"In captivating, lyrical verse, award-winning children's author Susan Vande Griek explores the fascinating movements of twelve birds. Hawks kettle, riding warm air currents like bubbles rising in a pot of boiling water. Puffins wheel, circling over the sea and island colonies. And eagles cartwheel, locking talons high in the air and then tumbling toward earth. Alongside each poem is an informational sidebar explaining why the bird moves in its own special way. Artwork by Mark Hoffmann captures the birds' lively movements. The result is a delightful celebration of these magnificent creatures."--

It's almost time for ... Halloween!

"It's almost time for Halloween, and excitement is running high! It might not be here yet, but there's so much to do before the spooky day arrives ... From decorating the house with ghoulish decorations to crafting creative costumes and picking out the perfect pumpkin to carve into a jack-o-lantern, there are endless ways to celebrate and traditions to explore! But not everyone can read the signs of the highly anticipated holiday on the way ..."--

Paulie's Passover predicament

Paulie wants to prepare a perfect Seder for his friends, but one thing after another goes wrong

The many problems of Rochel-Leah

"In her small Jewish village in 19th-century Russia, only boys are taught to read and write, but Rochel-Leah is determined to overcome any barrier in order to learn."--Provided by publisher

Ruby's Terrible Secret

Just 32-pages each- eBooks for struggling readers power-packed with reading employment. Here are 40 exciting Hi-Lo books with various themes guaranteed to keep your students turning the pages until the very end! Why did Melinda's grandmother send her away so abruptly? Years late, while visiting the old homestead, she finds a clue in an old photo album. Melinda can't believe her eyes. The little girl in the picture hasn't changed a bit in the last 50 years!

The Berenstain Bears Blast Off!

Berenstain, Mike, 1951-

The Berenstain Bears are out of this world in this exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series. The Berenstain Bears can’t wait to visit the Bear Country Space Center, where rockets blast off into outer space! When the tour guide gives Mama, Papa, and the cubs a tour of the Big Bear Space Rocket, he makes it very clear not to touch anything. But when Papa sees a big red button, he just can’t help himself. Get ready to blast off! The Berenstain Bears Blast Off! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own

I am a shark the life of a hammerhead shark

Stille, Darlene R

Describes the life of a hammerhead shark

Dinosaurs in trucks because hey, why not?

Boynton, Sandra,

Find out what happens when you suddenly give some dinosaurs their very own trucks in this hilarious rhyming board book from bestselling author Sandra Boynton

Sheep Dog and Sheep Sheep

An oblivious sheep wants to be the best sheep protector around, but unbeknownst to her, Sheep is being steadfastly guarded by a patient sheep dog

Doody, Lori, 1976-

Sometimes standing up for others means standing out as your true self. Lana the llama just wants to fit in with her flock, until she learns that standing out may be even better! Lana the llama lives in the farmyard with all of her sheep friends. She loves being part of their flock, but she knows that she doesn't fit in-her legs and neck are much too long, and her 'baa' is very baaad. Lana does her best to look like the other sheep, until one day a bully arrives, and Lana has to stand up for herself and her friends. Key Selling Points - A simple and playful picture book about accepting yourself and recognizing your strengths. - Fun story about a llama who learns to care for her flock of sheep by standing out not fitting in. - Brightly colored and simple illustrations will appeal to young listeners and readers. - Author's previous books have been shortlisted for provincial awards and included in CCBC's Best Books for Kids & Teens; one was included in the OLA's Top Ten Best Bets list. - Author has written and illustrated eight highly regarded picture books, including The Puffin Problem; Paint the Town Pink; Catalina; Mr. Beagle Goes to Rabbittown; and Mr. Beagle and the Georgestown Mystery. Valuable life lessons in playful, quirky and distinctively illustrated packages The themes of self-acceptance and standing up (quite literally) for friends will help this quiet book resonate with many. Every Lori Doody picture book that comes out is a treat for the heart and the eyes Teachers/caregivers can use this book to discuss accepting oneself and valuing one's attributes, even when they are different from the rest. The mention of bullying comes up in the story and teachers/caregivers can use Lana Llama as a tool to start discussions on that topic. Highly Recommended This delightfully illustrated story is sure to appeal to early primary children. Classroom Connections: Educators could use Lana Llama as an effective springboard to discussions about bullying and self-acceptance Lori Doody books have become some of our favourite titles over the past few years. [...] The illustrations are distinct and instantly recognizable, and the puns throughout both the imagery and the story are entertaining for all ages

Pup and Pam : In Bloom

Minden, Cecilia,

It's Pup's birthday! Find out what happens in this hi-lo decodable chapter book for early readers. This book uses sequenced phonics skills and sight words to help developing readers. Original illustrations guide readers through the story. Author Cecilia Minden, PhD, a literacy consultant and former director of the Language and Literacy program at Harvard Graduate School of Education developed the specific format for this series. Accessible Type Original artwork Phonetics Teaching guides The In Bloom series offers curriculum-based chapter books that ease younger readers into reading. Each book uses decodable text, a repetition of sight words, and sequenced vowel sounds to raise recognition and confidence. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Cecilia Minden, Ph.D., a literacy consultant and former director of the Language and Literacy program at Harvard Graduate School of Education, created the series and format

Where is the book?

Minden, Cecilia,

Mr. Wells runs a bookshop and he can't remember where he put his black dog book. Britt and Beth first find a thin book and then a thick book, before finding the missing book. This B-level story uses engaging text to raise confidence in early readers. The book uses a combination of sight words and short-vowel words in repetition to build recognition. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Author Cecilia Minden, PhD, a literacy consultant and former director of the Language and Literacy program at Harvard Graduate School of Education developed a specific format for this series. Books in this series include author biography, phonetics, and teaching guides

Updated for 2015, Time, is one book in the Britannica Discovery Library Series that is correlated to national curriculum standards. The Britannica Discovery Library is a charming, lavishly illustrated 12-volume set of "concepts and values" books specifically created for young learners ages three to six. Children are introduced to various texts and genres, including rhymes, narratives, puzzles, and riddles. Key vocabulary words are highlighted throughout and defined at the back of each book. The set is ideal for pre-readers and early readers as each volume contains activities to build language, critical thinking, and comprehension skills

Triple H : at the top of his game

Donovan, Sandra, 1967-

Triple H's size makes him an imposing figure in the ring. Who would have thought he was once a skinny kid? From Triple H's early struggles to his signature moves and his list of title belts, learn all you need to know about the self-proclaimed King of WWE

Black Beauty's early days in the meadow

Sewell, Anna, 1820-1878,

One of the most popular animal stories of all time, Anna Sewell's Black Beauty was first published in 1877. Drawn from the original text and intended for even the youngest of horse lovers, Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow depicts the first few months of the horse's life as a foal frolicking in the meadow. Artist Jane Monroe Donovan renders the classic story in lush oil paintings that convey a pastoral world of green fields and shady trees, while tenderly capturing the special love between mare and foal. The perfect harmony of words and pictures proves once again that the simplest messages are often the strongest. Readers will relish the sweetness of life in the meadow and the companionship of family and friends

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-

In this book, early fluent readers will learn how seahorses live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the marine animal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the fish's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about seahorses using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Seahorses also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Seahorses is part of Jump!'s The World of Ocean Animals series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents The World of Ocean Animals presents a high-interest STEM introduction to our oceans' mammals, detailing which oceans each species inhabits and its appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Vivid and engaging full-color photographs complement the text and show how these animals live and survive in the ocean. Two Take a Look! infographics in each title highlight and label each mammal's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Each title also includes sidebars, a glossary, a table of contents, an index, and a STEM activity

The bippolo seed and other lost stories

It's the literary equivalent of buried treasure! The audiobook edition features a cast of celebrity narrators who bring these stories to life. Readers include: THE BIPPOLO SEED, narrated by Neil Patrick Harris THE RABBIT, THE BEAR, AND THE ZINNIGA-ZANNIGA, narrated by Anjelica Huston GUSTAV, THE GOLDFISH, narrated by Jason Lee TADD AND TODD, narrated by Joan Cusack STEAK, FOR SUPPER, narrated by Edward Herrmann THE STRANGE SHIRT SPOT, narrated by William H. Macy THE GREAT HENRY McBRIDE, narrated by Peter Dinklage Seuss scholar/collector Charles D. Cohen has hunted down seven rarely seen stories by Dr. Seuss. Originally published in magazines between 1950 and 1951, they include "The Bear, the Rabbit, and the Zinniga-Zanniga " (about a rabbit who is saved from a bear with a single eyelash!); "Gustav the Goldfish" (an early, rhymed version of the Beginner Book A Fish Out of Water); "Tadd and Todd" (a tale passed down via photocopy to generations of twins); "Steak for Supper" (about fantastic creatures who follow a boy home in anticipation of a steak dinner); "The Bippolo Seed" (in which a scheming feline leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision); "The Strange Shirt Spot" (the inspiration for the bathtub-ring scene in The Cat in the Hat Comes Back); and "The Great Henry McBride" (about a boy whose far-flung career fantasies are only bested by those of the real Dr. Seuss himself). In an introduction to the collection, Cohen explains the significance these seven stories have, not only as lost treasures, but as transitional stories in Dr. Seuss's career. With a color palette that has been enhanced beyond the limitations of the original magazines in which they appeared, this is a collection of stories that no Seuss fan (whether scholar or second-grader) will want to miss!

New pup on the block

Winston, Sherri,

Could a friend really have taken Wednesday's brother's prized possession? Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, take the case in the second book of this full-color early chapter book series about the best detectives in the Midwest! Detective Tip #2 Don't forget to use your eyes, ears, and even your nose. Wednesday's brother's drone went missing in their own backyard. And that can mean only one thing-the thief is one of their friends! Can the neighborhood's newest service dog help Wednesday and Woof sniff out the bandit? Or will the case of the missing drone be a doggone disaster? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

Midnight the Unicorn Competes: A Friendly Tale of Prefixes and Suffixes : A Friendly Tale of Prefixes and Suffixes

Donnelly, Rebecca,

In Midnight the Unicorn Competes, beginning readers learn about the phonics concepts of prefixes and suffixes in an exciting, fantastical setting. Follow along as Midnight the Unicorn and Jumper the Frog compete in the Fairy Tale Contest, all while incorporating various prefixes and suffixes, in this fun decodable book. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about prefixes and suffixes using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Midnight the Unicorn Competes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, an index, and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Midnight the Unicorn Competes is part of Jump!'s Fairy Tale Phonics series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Fairy Tale Phonics introduces beginning readers to early phonics concepts including consonant and vowel sounds, CVC words, spelling, and word families in decodable book formats featuring fun, fictional settings. Each title focuses on a key early-elementary phonics concept with a focus on language arts curriculum standards, sight and CVC words, tightly controlled vocabulary, and repetitive text patterns and sounds. Vibrant illustrations and fun storylines ensure readers will learn key phonics concepts and develop reading skills. These phonics fairy tales include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, a picture glossary, and an index. A Let's Review! feature asks readers to go back through the book and reflect on the phonics concept presented in the story

Early man : the junior novelization

Dungworth, Richard,

The official novelization of the major stop-motion children's movie! Based on the hotly anticipated new stop-motion feature film Early Man, from director Nick Park (Shaun the Sheep, Wallace and Gromit, Chicken Run) and Aardman Animation, coming to U.S. theaters this February. Meet Dug, a scrawny but cheerful caveman who loves his valley and just wants the best for his tribe of misfits. Accompanied by his faithful pig sidekick Hognob, Dug is a dreamer-why settle for hunting rabbits when you can hunt a mammoth?! Then there's Dug's tribe, led by the cautious Chief Bobnar. Bobnar wants the best for the tribe, too, but he sees things a little differently from Dug. Then Dug meets the evil Lord Nooth. He's the leader of the Bronze Age City. When the Bronze Age City invades the valley and the cavemen have to fight to save their home, Dug strikes a deal with Lord Nooth. The tribe can keep their valley if they beat the Bronze Agers at their own game: soccer! Can Dug and Hognob really unite a motley tribe of rabbit-hunters into a serious team? It's the Stone Age versus the Bronze Age in the match of the millennium! Easy to read and side-splittingly funny, this story about cavemen with heart will appeal to young readers and their parents

Pinball to gaming systems

Colby, Jennifer, 1971-

Tech is constantly progressing and changing. But have you ever stopped and wondered how it all started? In Pinball to Gaming Systems, discover how the pinball machine evolved into the massively multiplayer online gaming systems we have today. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions about this technology. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars. Tech is constantly progressing and changing. But have you ever stopped and wondered how it all started? In this series, discover how early innovations evolved into the technology we have today. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions about this technology. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars

Fickett, Corinne,

Learn all about going on a field trip to a farm. Early readers will be introduced to what they might see on a farm through simple text and vibrant images to aid comprehension. Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available

For Sale : Literary Text

Everyone needs a home--and that's where Ms. Mouse comes in. She helps every creature who lives near the big tree find the perfect home. Written in verse, this picture book features an entertaining story, whimsical illustrations, and repetitive sentences. Children will love this humorous tale and the messages of home, community, and a sense of belonging. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills

Pigs at a Party

Wilhelm, Hans, 1945-

Little piggies at a party are always polite! Three little pigs are on their way to a party, and little readers are invited to come along! Open the book's cover to welcome the little piggies into the festivities, then join in the fun of their friend's special day! From wrapping presents to playing games, these polite little pigs are on their best behavior, although they just can't wait to dig into that cake! This novelty board book follow-up to Pigs in a Blanket and Pigs in a Pickle packs educational and play appeal in addition to teaching valuable social skills. Paired with an accessible, kid-friendly art style and a strong, age-appropriate theme, this engaging and interactive book will resonate with a wide range of readers. - GO-TO GIFT: This board book makes an ideal, age-appropriate gift for toddlers, thanks to the cute, relatable illustrations and the enduring early concept appeal of both parties/celebrations and minding your manners. - MANNERS MATTER: This sweet rhyming story sets a shining example of good behavior for young children, from not playing too rough to cleaning up when you make a mess-all in the context of a universally exciting event: a child's first party! - EXTENDS THE LITTLE PIG SERIES: This adorable and engaging board book will build on the success of its predecessors, the novelty book Pigs in a Blanket and its follow-up, Pigs in a Pickle. What will these adorable pigs get into next?! Perfect for: - Parents looking for interactive board books - Parents looking for rhyming board books - Parents looking for a book about manners for young children - Fans of cute pigs - Anyone looking for a cute and clever baby shower gift or birthday present

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Midnight in the House of Commons: A Charles Lenox Mystery

The Woman, the Boy, and the Whale

Machida, Sonoko

The Summer Plot

The Silence Keepers

McFadden, Freida

The Return Trip Is Shorter

On the Calculation of Volume (Book V)

The much anticipated fifth installment of Solvej Balle's "speculative masterwork" (New York Magazine) On the Calculation of Volume, a literary classic in the making

Steel, Danielle

A thrilling new novel from Danielle Steel, whose countless #1 New York Times bestselling novels have made her one of America's favorite storytellers

People Pleasing

Bonam-Young, Hannah

The Stars Look Like Home

Phillips, Carly

Death Writ Large

The Curious Case of the Bludgeoned Birder

The Return Trip Is Shorter

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When a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers break loose in the desert, an Army sniper must unleash hell to protect her young daughter.

Cheech and Chong's Last Movie

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Exploring their 5-decade career performing stand-up, making records, and starring in hit films. It covers their lives, comedy partnership, and lasting influence on pop culture.

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Inspired by a harrowing true story, Lucy Liu transforms in a riveting, career-redefining performance as an ailing woman who takes drastic measures to protect her troubled teenage son.

Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul

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Follows Noah Silva, a used-car salesman whose unethical approach to business unravels at home and work.

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Tenants at Paradiso Palms apartments fight a deadly spider invasion while the cunning building manager might be their only hope for survival.

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With a strange illness, a mother and her daughter embark on a journey to the Spanish coast to find a cure, and along the way the daughter discovers another reality far from her controlling mother.

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After losing her beloved father, Helen finds herself saved by an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel.

The Family McMullen

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A close-knit family navigates life's ups and downs, confronting personal struggles and evolving bonds.

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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.

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Struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh is hired as a ghostwriter for renowned author Verity Crawford under mysterious circumstances, but her assignment takes a dark turn after discovering chilling autobiographical notes.

Hurry Up Tomorrow

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An insomniac musician encounters a mysterious stranger, leading to a journey that challenges everything he knows about himself.

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Desperate to save what is left of his family, during the height of the Great Depression a battle-scarred veteran is hired to help smuggle a fortune in gold across 100 miles of impenetrable wilderness.

Corporate Retreat

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Corporate executives on a team-building retreat face a deadly struggle when their leader turns against them.

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After serving seven years in solitary confinement, Chris Newborn seeks to rebuild his life and reconnect with his family only to find that freedom has become a terrifying psychological battleground.

Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire

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Told largely through his own words and eloquent voice, Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire seeks to penetrate to the heart of the known and unknown Nobel prize winner Elie Wiesel (1928-2016) - his passions, his conflicts and his legacy as one of the most public survivors of the trauma of the Holocaust.

My Life Is Murder. Season 6

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A brave girl and her friends must escape a kids television show.

Forbidden Fruits

At a mall store, Apple leads a secret witch cult with coworkers Cherry and Fig. New hire Pumpkin questions their sisterhood, forcing them to confront inner darkness or meet violent ends.

Ali G: Who Iz I?

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Hip-hop journalist Ali G returns after 20 years to make a documentary with real people.

My Mother's Wedding

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Three sisters return to their home for the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. But the mother and daughters are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, with help from a colorful group of unexpected wedding guests.

The Sun Never Sets

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A woman's relationship with her older, divorced boyfriend hits a rough patch just as her ex reappears in her life, leading to complicated emotions and messy entanglements in the Alaskan wilderness.

How to Rob a Bank

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Bank robbers are posting their heists on social media, causing police to chase them.

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As her mother Sandy grapples with an uncertain diagnosis, autistic 22-year-old Margarita must reluctantly grow up.

Hacks. Season 2

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Explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.

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A stirring near-futuristic romance of two best friends who harbor an unspoken love for one another even after a test matches one of them up with their supposed soulmate.

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Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer, Sam Anselm, on the eve of her comeback performance.

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The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior before the disaster he's unleashed destroys everything.

Klara and the Sun

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A robot girl designed to prevent loneliness tries to save a heartbroken family of humans.

Trust Me, I’m a Doctor

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The story of Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, whose life is turned upside down when he is implicated in the death of his former patient, model and reality TV star, Anna Nicole Smith.

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A college professor finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star pupil levels an accusation against one of her colleagues and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come to light.

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Taco vs. Burrito

Do you think you can win the ultimate food fight? In this surprisingly strategic game, players compete to build the most valuable meal. Sounds simple, right? Not so fast! Black, steal, fight, trade and rummage to outsmart your opponent and gain the cards you need to win. Quick and crazy to the last bite! Ages 7+, 2-4 players

The butterfly place jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]

Mapominoes - USA the ultimate geography game

It’s like dominoes but with maps, as you build a map of the USA by connecting states that share a common border. Stay one step ahead of your opponents, as you race to be the first player to paly all your state cards on the table and win the game

The coveted closet jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]

1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces

Rabbit recital jigsaw puzzle [500 pieces]

This handheld steamer removes wrinkles from clothing, linens and drapery

Botany: a Victorian expedition

Take on the role of a plant hunter in the Victorian Era as you travel the world in search of fame, fortune, and the coveted Queen’s Prize in Botany. Earn the most points by collecting and safely returning botanical specimens to your growing English estate. Ages 8+, 1-5 players

Turn the Page Bookclub jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]

1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces

Magnificent mandalas jigsaw puzzle [500 pieces]

Winter frost jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]

Automatic umbrella

Cozy wine terrace jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]

Kim-Joy's magic bakery!

Kim-Joy’s Magic Bakery is a light cooperative card game for 2 to 5 players that tells an adorable story over 10 unique scenarios. No baking experience required! Kim-Joy’s Magic Bakery is a cooperative baking card game in which you and your friends are working together to run a bakery in a magical forest. The goal of the game is to bake as many treats as you can for your customers before the day ends and the customers leave. In game terms this means that you and your friends will have a limited number of actions to put together specific sets of ingredients and layers in order to bake increasingly complex treats for your customers. The game takes place over a series of 10 scenarios that get progressively tougher. Each scenario adds a new challenge to the game that will force you to adapt and change your strategies. Every time you play, you can work your way through the Scenarios to experience the story, or you can play in freeplay mode to mix and match scenarios for the ultimate co-op baking challenge!

Launchpad - Mind games Brain games - Adults

This pre-loaded tablet will train the mind by challenging memory, reaction time, problem-solving and observation skills, attention span and more

Seeing and being seen jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]

1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces