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New Books for Adults
The summer boy
"In the summer of 1985, on a scruffy resort island off the coast of France, six teenagers--five boys and one girl--band together for a final golden season before adulthood. Their days are drenched in sun and freedom, and their nights simmer with secrets, jealousy, and longing. Philippe is drawn to Nicolas, the quiet new boy who sees him in a way that no one else does. As their bond deepens, part of Nicolas remains unreachable--and then a sudden tragedy brings everything to a brutal end." --
Enter the nightmare
"Alice Radstone has made a career doing what she considers good deeds--for a price. That is to say, she cleans up damaged reputations and helps those women match their unique psychic talents with discreet firms. She knows what it means to have a damaged reputation after her wedding night five years ago when her husband-to-be ended up dead and she ended up with all the blame. Alice is innocent, but any real investigation would only make her the target of the unknown killer. So, she's built a new life helping others with the one thing she can't do for herself. Owen Jones tracked down Alice with the best of intentions. He just wanted to inform her that she may be the heir to a fortune. He doesn't consider himself an heir hunter, though. Rather, his expertise in psychic ancestry forensics allows him to identify criminals with certain talents. The other part is a favor to a friend. But he also has a personal reason for finding Alice. He suspects she has a very unusual talent, one he wants to test and study to satisfy his professional curiosity. What Owen doesn't know is that Alice does not want to be found. And he has unwittingly brought the killer right to the door of her hotel room. Owen interrupts the attack, saving Alice, but they learn they can't actually escape the Hotel of Dreams. Not until their dream sequence is over and they choose the "Escape the Nightmare Hotel" dream. Now the hunted become the hunters as Alice and Owen set out to discover who wants them both dead. To find the answers, they only have each other to trust"--
In stormy weather
"An academic rivals-to-lovers romance about storm-chasing meteorologists during hurricane season in Florida"--
Men in love
There wasn't an album they wouldn't buy, or a drug they wouldn't try. Then it spiralled out of control. They were left with nothing. Nothing but the eternal quest of all men - the search for love. Opening in the late 1980s as rave culture is born and moving into the 1990s, 'Men In Love' reunites the Trainspotting crew for a riotous new journey. Renton, Spud, Sick Boy and Begbie leave heroin behind and seek joy, and the hope of redemption, on the dance floor. Each wants to feel alive in the closing years of Thatcher's Britain, and they fill their days with sex and romance and trying to get ahead. Taking in Edinburgh, London, Amsterdam and Paris, the group charges towards an unexpected event - Sick Boy's wedding day. But is falling in love the answer, or just another doomed quest?
An heir of possibilities
"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
Fortune
"Amanda Ward has a five-step manifestation routine, a ritual pouch in every purse, and a dating profile designed to reflect the version of herself she wishes she could be: grounded, glowing, and in total alignment. In reality, she's overwhelmed, under-satisfied, and one passive-aggressive email away from a full-blown meltdown. When a sext thread with her in-app boy toy, Declan Thorne, leads to an invitation she can't resist, Amanda finds herself face-to-face with the man behind the messages. A devastatingly hot, emotionally constipated venture capitalist. Oh-and a tarot-card-triggered portal that drops them into a fantasy realm. Now stranded in the Kingdom of Wands with an aggravating, broody CEO-turned-reluctant bodyguard and zero clue how to get home, Amanda's facing nightly onstage performances, suspicious queens, and magick that refuses to cooperate. What's worse is that her biggest issue might not be the kingdom-it might be catching real feelings for the one man who makes her want to drop the act. To survive and find their way back home, she'll have to ditch the affirmations and the carefully controlled persona she's been clinging to and learn how to wield something way more powerful-her actual, honest-to-Goddess truth. Even if it burns everything down"-- Provided by publisher
Second first dates
"One bad date, shame on you. Two bad dates, shame on me ... After four years of a self-imposed dating hiatus, Leti Maldonado is finally ready to get back on the apps. Dating wasn't really that bad ... right? When she matches with Julian Gutierrez, his profile pic rings the faintest bell. But it isn't until their first date implodes that she remembers why: She's been on this exact date with him before--and it's just as awful the second time. To make matters worse, she discovers that Julian not only lives in her apartment building ... he's her brother's new roommate. Suddenly, he's everywhere: In the mailroom. In the stairwell. And witness to another one of Leti's terrible first dates. After one epically bad night, Julian offers to take over her dating accounts. And honestly? He can't do any worse than she has. But as Julian's dating app takeover draws them closer, they might just realize that true love has been right in front of them all along."--
Dad had a bad day
"Headshot meets John Cheever in this darkly funny, deeply moving portrait of what happens when a "sad dad" reconnects with a passion from his past"--
We are gathered here today
"At 36, Finlay Hightower has attended countless incredible, cringe-worthy, and disastrous wedding celebrations with his best friends. Their secret to surviving wedding chaos? The Hour of Disrespect-a pact to reserve judgment to one hour after the couple's Big Day, protecting the wedding glow and leaving only with the good memories. But this next wedding will test their decade-old tradition in more ways than one. Now, one of their own is getting married-Fin's beloved cousin, Elaine-at a Wild West-themed venue in the sweltering Texas summer heat that is as meticulously itineraried as it is kitschy. Reserving opinions won't be easy, and on top of that Fin has a secret that threatens his officiant duties: he's just gotten engaged to the man of his dreams, and a sense of unease has him questioning if he believes in the institution of marriage at all. As Fin joins the rambunctious and increasingly unhinged "queer table", old friendships are tested and new relationships are formed. Will each guest hold back their particular views on love, commitment, and the wedding before Elaine can say "I do"? And if not, could those confessions ultimately give Fin the courage to uncover his truth? Like any good wedding, We Are Gathered Here Today is funny, heartfelt, and full of surprises. Like any terrible wedding, it's something you'll never forget"-- Provided by publisher
When lemons give you life
"Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He's done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides. Life's given him all the lemons he can handle--so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It's supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he's regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavor and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect ... Meanwhile, Griff's younger sister, Lisa, is navigating a new ADHD diagnosis and the spark of an unexpected romance. Despite their fractured sibling relationship, she dutifully visits Griff, though she knows hope of a reconciliation is gone, buried in the silence between them. But the truth has a way of boiling over--and when secrets, soufflés and second chances collide, they may discover a recipe for forgiveness"--
Turkey Berre's story
Contains an autobiographical interview, transcribed from speech, with 18-year-old Berre, who emigrated from Turkey to the United States with family at 14 years of age
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. . ."--
Promise me never
"Aspiring writer Savannah's scheme to meet superstar horror novelist Bennett Bryson turns out better than she ever imagined: not only does her charming and handsome literary idol offer to read her work, he is instantly smitten with her. After a whirlwind romance, Savannah says "yes" to marriage, and the two settle into Bennett's secluded upstate home. But just as Savannah thinks she has it made, cracks appear in her perfect new life. Bennett's behavior becomes dark and controlling: he criticizes Savannah's writing, dictates her permitted activities, and spends most of his time locked in his office, forbidding her from entering. Savannah cannot escape the shadow of Bennett's first wife, the free-spirited and passionate artist Poppy, who died in a tragic accident, but who seems still to be Savannah's rival for Bennett's affection. Then comes an enigmatic warning: Bennett is not who he seems. The women that came before Savannah have disappeared. And Savannah could be next. Isolated and unsure whom to trust, Savannah tries to piece together the mystery of the man she married, and the woman he married first. But Savannah has no idea what her husband is really hiding. And someone out there knows Savannah has secrets of her own. As these two writers will learn the hard way--past really is prologue."--Provided by publisher
Social animals
"Val Caruso, Alex Reed, and June Kennerson could not come from more different worlds - Val is a tough-talking private investigator; Alex is reticent, nervous and on the run from her past; and June is an athlete turned housewife whose true love is her pup. When Val is hired by June's husband to find out if June is cheating on him, it sets these three women on a collision course. Amid a colorful cast of characters who spend time at the shabby but beloved Hamilton Park Dog Park, they find they have more in common than they thought. Soon June is nearly brave enough to aim for what she wants, Alex finds excitement she never expected, and Val is reluctantly opening her heart to the most high-maintenance dog she's ever met. But when their secrets catch up with them, will their newfound friendships be able to withstand the pressure? Or will they find themselves in the doghouse? Social Animals is a funny and sharp social commentary on community, privilege, and dog ownership, and ultimately the power of finding your people (and your pets)"-- Provided by publisher
Hot girl murder club
"What's a girl got to do to get some fame, a few million record sales, and justice for murder? Ten years ago, aspiring singer-actress Scout Sage lost the only thing that mattered: her sister, Georgia. Ever since Georgia's mysterious death at a Hollywood party, Scout's done her best to honor her memory, clawing her way through the industry and collecting a network of climbers along the way, fellow hot girls in stilettos with cutthroat ambition, a new Hollywood order. But when a slew of targeted murders makes headlines across L.A., all pointing to Scout as the killer, she turns overnight from a mid-tier pop star into the world's most famous (alleged) murderer. Now everything she's worked to build--including the justice she wants for Georgia--will fall apart unless Scout can prove she's not guilty. Meanwhile, the young and unusual detective assigned to her case, herself no stranger to tragedy, begins to unearth secrets not even Scout knows, let alone her millions of new fans. Particularly about the ways Georgia's death connects to an even older pattern of crimes long hushed over in Hollywood--an old reign of terror that, if brought to light, could be the fuel that ignites a reckoning the world over"--
Salvation Black people and love
"Written from a historical and cultural perspective, Salvation takes an incisive look at the transformative power of love in the lives of African-Americans. Whether talking about the legacy of slavery, relationships, and marriage in Black life, the prose and poetry of Martin Luther King Jr., James Baldwin, Malcolm X, and Maya Angelou, the liberation movements of the 1950s, '60s, and '70s, sexual pain or pleasure, hip-hop and gangsta rap culture, addiction, greed, or the failure of Black leadership, hooks lets us know what love's got to do with it." "Combining the passionate politics of W.E.B. DuBois with fresh, contemporary insights, hooks brilliantly offers new visions that will heal our nation's wounds from a culture of lovelessness." "Her writings on love and its inextricable links to race, class, family, history, and popular culture raise one pivotal question: How can we create beloved American communities? Salvation is bell hooks's journey to answer this question--an offering for everyone who cares about the souls of Black folk." --Book Jacket
Astronomy 101 from gravitational waves and merging black holes to new exoplanets and asteroid samples, key theories, discoveries, and facts about the universe
"Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what's really out there--or how we've come to understand so much about a universe so vast? Whether you're a lifelong stargazer or newly space-curious, Astronomy 101, 2nd Edition delivers a clear, engaging guide to the cosmos--now fully updated to include the most exciting discoveries of the 21st century"-- Amazon website
Enchanting book nooks miniature worlds and settings to craft and decorate
"These miniature still-life rooms are the latest popular trend on social media, offering a creative way to relieve stress and celebrate a love of all things cozy and crafty. Book nooks--miniature dioramas of charming spaces designed for display as a bookshelf insert or as a bookend for a book collection--have taken social media by storm. They have been widely embraced with great enthusiasm in the world of crafting and creative hobbies as they blend a love of coziness, a celebration of storytelling, and an interest in decor. Fun to make and to collect, these miniature worlds are endearing and contemplative, drawing inspiration from scale modeling to create imagined universes, settings, and characters inspired by daily life, nature, favorite books, or movies. This volume blends how-to advice with inspirational imagery showcasing twenty approachable, easy-to-do, small-scale projects full of charm and enchantment. Fiction-inspired projects include an Alice in Wonderland-style interior, a Tolkienesque hobbit house, and phosphorescent forest tree houses from James Cameron's Avatar. Additional projects span a wider spectrum: a cozy home study, a vintage bookshop, an artist's studio, a zen garden--all with a heavy dose of coziness. Nothing makes a more charming, personalized gift than a handcrafted book nook--especially on point when there is a shared passion or fandom for a certain author, book, or movie." --
Botanical cyanotype a guide to the art of sun printing
A comprehensive and richly illustrated guide to cyanotype, with 14 practical step-by-step projects plus bonus techniques to grow your skills
Bowls
"A must-read guide for meal preppers and busy home cooks who want to make healthy, one-dish meals. Bowls For Dummies, walks you through the steps you need to follow to create vibrant, delicious, and healthy one-bowl meals that are perfect for busy weeknights, filling out a meal prep schedule, or impressing your lunch and dinner guests. Wendy Jo Peterson, an expert culinary dietitian, draws on over 25 years' experience in cooking, recipe writing, and speaking, offering detailed guides to building hearty grain bowls, protein-packed breakfasts, and even globally inspired dinners. Bowls For Dummies includes recipes from all around the world. You'll learn how to mix and match the ingredients in your kitchen to design interesting, tasty meals that satisfy the fussiest eaters in your home. You'll also discover how to stock your fridge and pantry, so you always have access to what you need to prepare a wholesome bowl"--Amazon
The architecture book
An accessible guide to the most important ideas and developments in the history of architecture, and the people behind them
More, please! feel-good meals for busy families and their picky eaters
Balancing a full plate of responsibilities--from work to home to kids--can be a handful. Add cooking three wholesome meals a day (plus snacks), and it can feel downright impossible. Social media may make it look effortless, but the truth is, it's not. More, Please! is here to help you feel less overwhelmed. With family-approved, kid-friendly meals, freezable options, and dietary flexibility to make the recipes gluten-free, dairy-free, refined-sugar free, and more, this book is the time-saving kitchen companion every busy parent needs
They stole a city Wilmington's white supremacist coup and the families who live with its legacy
"In this ambitious and groundbreaking history, Lauren Collins weaves together stories of four Wilmington, NC, families over 125 years to create a full accounting of the long-term effects of the 1898 white supremacist massacre and coup and its critical role in subverting American democracy. After the Civil War, Reconstruction ushered in an era of political equality and economic opportunity for Black people, and it lasted longer in Wilmington than almost anywhere else. In 1898, Wilmington was a bastion of Black success: Black cultural life flourished, while a thriving Black middle class brimmed with lawyers, educators, and elected officials. The city became a symbol of Black hope -- only for all of it to come to a violent end on November 10, 1898. In this epic, multigenerational narrative, Lauren Collins traces the fates of four Wilmington families: the Howes, the Halseys, the Moores, and the Bellamy/MacRaes, all of whom were present on the day when a mob of white supremacists launched a murderous coup to "take the city." After issuing a "White Declaration of Independence," white men gunned down scores of Black men, chasing their families into hiding. Then they marched to city hall, where they overthrew the democratically elected, multiracial local government at gunpoint in what is thought to be the only successful coup d'etat on American soil. No one knows exactly how many Black citizens they murdered -- surely dozens, likely hundreds -- while driving thousands of survivors and their white allies out of town. Folklore among both Black and white Wilmingtonians holds that the Cape Fear River ran red. While the effects of this episode of racial terrorism would ricochet through the next century of our nation's history, no one was ever prosecuted or punished, and many of the details have been largely -- and deliberately -- forgotten. In collaboration with living descendants of Black and white families, Collins seeks to create a more complete understanding of 1898 than can be drawn solely from the archives. She follows these four families and their descendants through the eras of segregation and Jim Crow, the Great Migration, the Civil Rights movement, and school desegregation, all the way up to the Black Lives Matter and racial justice protests in 2020, emphasizing the lasting and consequential effects of 1898 on the city and people of Wilmington. Weaving together each generation's reckoning with their past and how it has imprinted on their present, They Stole a City is an ambitious and revelatory examination of American racial terror as it has played out in one Southern city, written in the conviction that the story of the 1898 Wilmington massacre and coup is, in fact, a story about America in 2025." --
Lonely Planet. Experience Switzerland
"Discover amazing local experiences from gawping at glaciers and peaks above 4000m from Zermatt's Klein Matterhorn; to hiking through vineyards with music, winegrowers and a tasting glass in hand in Sierre; and leaping into Bern's turquoise ribbon of river, the Aare, at sunrise." -- Amazon.com
Embroidery
Embroidery For Dummies teaches beginners of all ages and skill levels how to start creating unique and personalized designs. You'll learn the fundamentals in an approachable way, with ideas for inspiration and a step-by-step path to get you started. Gather your tools, plan your stitches, customize your embroidery art, and create designs you can be proud of. This book walks you through the process of embroidering to embellish clothing, create accessories, home décor, and gifts. Plus, you'll get tips for making your creations even more stunning by considering color theory while planning your projects
Teach yourself short stories in Esperanto for beginners read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Esperanto the fun way!
Short stories in Esperanto for beginners is an unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for adult and young adult learners. Carefully written to provide a sense of achievement and feeling of progress when reading, these stories will help you expand your vocabulary and improve your comprehension in a natural way. From science fiction and fantasy to crime and thrillers, Short stories in Esperanto for beginners is designed to make learning a new language easy and enjoyable
Chair yoga for strength & balance accessible exercises to improve mobility & relieve pain
"Whether due to aging, long hours at a desk, or recovery from injury, limited mobility can feel both painful and frustrating. But what if the solution were right beneath you? Transform your daily sitting time into an opportunity for strength, healing, and natural movement. Chair Yoga for Core Strength & Balance offers a gentle, immediate way to rebuild mobility--using the chair you're already sitting in. Perfect for seniors, office professionals, beginners, and anyone with limited movement. No prior yoga experience needed" --
Michelin travel guide. Italy
It didn't start with you how inherited family trauma shapes who we are and how to end the cycle
"Depression. Anxiety. Chronic Pain. Phobias. Obsessive thoughts. The evidence is compelling: the roots of these difficulties may not reside in our immediate life experience or in chemical imbalances in our brains--but in the lives of our parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents. The latest scientific research, now making headlines, supports what many have long intuited--that traumatic experience can be passed down through generations. It Didn't Start with You builds on the work of leading experts in post-traumatic stress, including Mount Sinai School of Medicine neuroscientist Rachel Yehuda and psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score. Even if the person who suffered the original trauma has died, or the story has been forgotten or silenced, memory and feelings can live on. These emotional legacies are often hidden, encoded in everything from gene expression to everyday language, and they play a far greater role in our emotional and physical health than has ever before been understood. As a pioneer in the field of inherited family trauma, Mark Wolynn has worked with individuals and groups on a therapeutic level for over twenty years. It Didn't Start with You offers a pragmatic and prescriptive guide to his method, the Core Language Approach. Diagnostic self-inventories provide a way to uncover the fears and anxieties conveyed through everyday words, behaviors, and physical symptoms. Techniques for developing a genogram or extended family tree create a map of experiences going back through the generations. And visualization, active imagination, and direct dialogue create pathways to reconnection, integration, and reclaiming life and health. It Didn't Start With You is a transformative approach to resolving longstanding difficulties that in many cases, traditional therapy, drugs, or other interventions have not had the capacity to touch"--
Instant ramen kitchen 40+ delicious recipes that go beyond the packet
"Peter J. Kim breaks down his philosophy of ramen in this approachable primer featuring 40+ transformative recipes, his fool-proof methodology, an instant ramen flavor wheel, a robust pantry to encourage your own noodle masterpieces, and a field guide for buying and trying instant ramen. With Kim's fundamentals, you can create your own unique ramen masterpieces. And if you're in search of more inspiration to think outside the packet, Instant Ramen Kitchen offers spins from around the world"-- Provided by publisher
Meet me in Paris
Over one spring in Paris, several lives collide in unexpected ways. Julia brings her daughter Piper to the city for one final trip before her illness takes her life, while Piper finds an unexpected connection with a charming French waiter. Aging rock star Jackson Quick arrives to launch a comeback tour and meets a woman who sees beyond his celebrity. Meanwhile, songwriter Henry McGee returns to Paris after learning that his long-lost love may still be alive, and Melody faces the painful discovery of her husband's affair. As their stories unfold, each must confront the past and decide what kind of future--and what kind of love--they truly want
If books could kill
"Town librarian Mathilda has a troublesome new employee, and after Jazzi spots the two of them arguing at the ice-sculpture festival, Mathilda asks Jazzi if she'd mind discussing her workplace woes over a cup of tea. During the visit, Jazzi also finds out about Mathilda's top-secret stash of valuable first editions. Soon afterward, those rare books have vanished -- and Mathilda is dead. As the police check out suspects and a lawyer searches for the next of kin, Jazzi learns that the librarian's life was as mysterious as any crime thriller. She'd left home and changed her name as a teenager, and always seemed a little lonely. Oddly, it's her new employee who seems the most distraught. It's the off-season, so the upstate New York town is free of the usual swarm of tourists -- but the quiet doesn't last long. The press is descending as the murder makes national news, and rumors start circulating. With Belltower Landing steeped in suspicion, Jazzi must figure out whether the first editions were the real motive for sending Mathilda to her final resting place..." --
Ransom
Alice Winter, one of Britain's most dazzling socialites, seemingly has the perfect life--a lavish home in posh Knightsbridge, a grand estate in Devon, millions of followers on social media who eagerly await her next post. But when she disappears without a trace while on holiday with three old friends from Cambridge, her desperate husband, the real estate baron Edward Knight, turns to none other than Gabriel Allon to find her. He soon discovers that Alice Winter is not the woman she appears to be, that she has a reckless side, that she has secrets. But Edward Knight has a secret too, a secret so dangerous that Gabriel will have no choice but to return to the life he thought he had left behind. An old enemy lurks there, waiting for him to make one misstep, waiting for the perfect moment to exact vengeance
The fourth option a thriller
"When law enforcement, the courts, and the prison system fail, there is a fourth and final option. . . . Disillusioned by the government and institutions he dedicated his life to serving, former Navy SEAL and CIA ground branch operative Chris Walker is about to end his life when he receives a call that saves it. The wife of a teammate he lost in Afghanistan has now lost her son to the opioid crisis and needs Walker's help. Thrust into a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined, Walker must go up against the system and the very Constitution he once swore an oath to support and defend in order to find justice for his friend's widow. With ambitious FBI agent Jarrett Stanton on his tail, Walker -- accompanied by his loyal Belgian Malinois K-9 and using his off-the-grid VW pop-up camper filled with a hidden cache of weapons -- takes justice into his own hands, exposing corruption and issuing a long-forgotten brand of lethal outlaw justice."--
Make nice
"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
A batter of life and death
"Welcome to Torte-a small-town family bakeshop where the coffee is hot, the muffins are fresh, and the cakes are definitely to die for ... It's autumn in Ashland, Oregon-'tis the season for a spiced hot apple cider with a serving (or two) of Torte's famous peach cobbler. It's also the perfect time for Jules Capshaw to promote her family's beloved bake shop by competing in The Pastry Channel's reality show, Take the Cake. The prize is $25,000. But as Jules quickly learns, some people would kill for that kind of dough. Literally. Then, just as Jules dusts off her Bavarian Chocolate Cake recipe and cinches up her apron, the corpse of a fellow contestant is discovered-death by buttercream. What began as a fun, tasteful televised adventure has morphed into something of a true-crime detective show for Jules and everybody else on set. Who could have killed Chef Marco, and why? Can Jules sift out the killer before someone else gets burned?"--
The Rainy Day Bookshop
"Rosie Lucas barely has time to catch her breath. Between caring for her elderly mother after her roller skating accident (why again did a 72-year old think that would be a good idea?!?), helping her daughter Emma with her beloved 3-year-old granddaughter, Olive, and desperately trying to turn around the family construction business, Rosie barely has time to sleep, much less explore a romantic relationship. And if she were to do that, Andrew Morgan is the absolute last person she'd choose. After all, he's an arrogant, reclusive author and they're at totally different phases of life. Rosie is juggling her granddaughter while Andrew is managing his own young kids after his wife died a few years ago. But Rosie would be lying if she said she wasn't interested. If only it were that easy... Ten years ago, Rosie's husband, Gary, died in a car accident and her entire world slipped off its axis. She lost her partner--her love, her kids lost their father, and she had to put her long-held dreams of running the Sunny Day Bookshop aside to save Gary's construction business and keep the family afloat. And it wasn't long after that that then teenaged Emma succumbed to addiction and their long estrangement began. She's relieved to have come out the other side now and hopes they can repair everything that was broken, but she can't deny there are scars. And as Rosie lets herself engage in a mostly harmless flirtation with Andrew, there is something she can't quite put her finger on, something that keeps her at arm's length from her daughter, a secret she can't quite unravel. Emma isn't proud of her past, but she's pulled herself up by the bootstraps, raising Olive as well as she can, and protecting her mom at all costs. Just like she always has. She never told her mom what she knew about her dad and his relationship with the woman from his office. And she never will. The guilt about that and about her father's death has haunted her ever since. But she's back in town to make amends and hopefully start a new life for herself and her daughter. She just never thought she'd find the possibility of a new love as well."--Provided by publisher
Japanese gothic
October 2026: Lee Turner doesn't remember how or why he killed his college roommate. The details are blurred and bloody. All he knows is he has to flee New York and go to the one place that might offer refuge -- his father's new home in Japan, a house hidden by sword ferns and wild ginger. But something is terribly wrong with the house: no animals will come near it, the bedroom window isn't a window, and a woman with a sword appears in the yard when night falls. October 1877: Sen is a young samurai in exile, hiding from the imperial soldiers in a house behind the sword ferns. A monster came home from war wearing her father's face, but Sen would do anything to please him, even turn her sword on her own mother. She knows the soldiers will soon slaughter her whole family when she sees a terrible omen: a young foreign man who appears outside her window
A long winter
"A young man named Miquel returns to his family in the Catalan Pyrenees upon completing his military service. His younger brother, Jordi, will be departing for his service a week after Miquel's arrival. He will be gone for two years. Miquel notices their mother's increasingly erratic behavior and understands that she is drinking. As she becomes increasingly unstable, her husband resorts to drastic measures. Unable to abide his betrayal and her own grief, she walks off into the mountains. A blizzard sets in and the search for her is futile. No one will find her until the spring thaw arrives."--Back cover
Every version of you
Joey Vasquez's life is the definition of good on paper. At thirty-two, she's a lawyer on the cusp of making partner, she owns her house in Los Angeles, and she almost keeps pace with her doctor sister in her parents' eyes. When she reluctantly arrives at the very couple-y dinner party hosted by Elijah Aarons, the best friend she's secretly pined after for fourteen years, she's dismayed to find that the last person on earth she'd ever want to see again is also there: Alex Aquino. Your basic rich Silicon Beach bro asshole. The night couldn't possibly get worse--and then she dies. When Joey is given a second chance at life, she finds herself eighteen again, the year she first met both Elijah and Alex. Armed with memories from her first life, Joey is certain she's come back to finally convince the one man she ever loved to love her back--so why does she find herself strangely drawn to the man she thought she hated?
Preacher's hell
"They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions. For Preacher, that road begins at a remote trading post in the Bitterroot Mountains. At first, it's a friendly reunion with his old buddies Audie and Nighthawk. But then, a young Indian woman and her grandfather are attacked by a vicious gang of thieves -- and all hell breaks loose. When the smoke clears, the gang's leader, who goes by the name Mack Ozark, has escaped, the grandfather is dead, and the woman is mortally wounded. Before she dies, she begs Preacher to look after a bundle she is carrying. Inside, wrapped in a blanket, are two blond-haired, blue-eyed babies. They're clearly twins -- and clearly not hers ... Who do the babies belong to? And what is a man like Preacher supposed to do with them? The only clue is a pair of gemstone necklaces around the babies' necks. Preacher's friend Audie recognizes the stones as star garnets from a nearby valley, where they head off to find the twins' mother. Along the way, they realize they're being followed by Mack Ozark. He knows the babies' father stole a fortune in jewels. He knows the babies' blanket contains a map to the hidden gems. But he doesn't know just how far a man like Preacher will go to protect those little angels -- and send a devil like Ozark straight to hell." --
Single girls
"In 1965, Helen Gurley Brown is fresh off the success of her book Sex and the Single Girl, a revolutionary call to women urging them to embrace their single years and enjoy sex without shame. Moved by thousands of letters from readers, she dreams of editing her own magazine, where she can dispense her unconventional wisdom. Then, she gets her shot: three issues to turn around the flailing Cosmopolitan. Helen quickly assembles a team of savvy single girls, and their lives become the stuff of magazine cover lines: the Books Editor's doomed romance with a married man--and her revenge. The (unofficial!) Sex Editor's soak in the first champagne-glass hot tub, which takes a very wrong turn ... and more. Single Girls stretches from Helen's controversial tenure back to her youth, envisioning the devastations and people who made her a legend, and re-creates the thrill of being young when a new world was possible for a single girl if only she was fearless enough to grab it."--
Helpless
"Faye is one half of a power producing duo with her Hollywood husband. Henry is a married father running the family business. On the surface, both of their lives have essentially gone to plan. But when their former beloved college professor suddenly passes away, Faye and Henry find themselves back on campus for the funeral, circling something old and dangerous. Something, if Faye is honest with herself, she has been trying to duplicate for years. But Henry is one of a kind. The kind who delivers a hypnotic apology for the way things ended. The kind who invites himself back to her hotel room. The kind who drugs and kidnaps her. When Faye comes to at Henry's remote mountain cabin, she's beside herself. Has Henry brought her here to punish her? She did, after all, write and star in a lauded episode of television based on their indelicate appetites and vicious breakup. As her week of captivity unfolds, Faye finds herself pulled back into his irresistible gravity. But as Faye and Henry spiral into their old dynamic, a sprawling, years-old mystery begins to take shape -- one that will rewrite history as Faye remembers it and reveal an astounding, cataclysmic truth."--
Love you more
"Two former high school sweethearts are reunited years later by a mutual friend's last wishes in this heartfelt novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Pact. Billie has a great life. She has a thriving practice as a doctor in New York City, a handsome boyfriend who adores her and a beautiful apartment. She's completely content until the phone rings one early one morning with bad news. Her best friend from high school, Erin, has died in a car accident, and her high school sweetheart, Mick, with whom she has had no contact in years, is calling from their hometown in Wisconsin to let her know. As Billie prepares to fly home for the funeral, memories come flooding back. She and Mick met in math class on her first day of high school. Billie and Erin hung out with a nerdier crowd; Mick was the star of the football team. Eventually their unlikely friendship blossomed into something more, the sweetest of young romances. But life has a way of taking people their separate ways, and by the time she was in medical school, Billie and Mick had said goodbye. Now in Wisconsin for the funeral, they learn that Erin's last wishes contain a life-altering request. What does that mean for the separate lives they've built? Powerful, gripping and romantic, Love You More is a moving story about the plot twists life has in store for us--and how we must become the authors of our own stories." --publisher
A murder in Hollywood
"In the glitz and decadence of 1970s Hollywood, an era when sex and drugs are readily available on any movie set, the writer of the next Western blockbuster, Bloodrock, has just been found dead in his motel bathtub. Now publicist Harvey Jason is desperately trying to keep the project on track while the famed Harlow Perkins, a brilliant and ruthless investigator, begins to unravel the mystery and hunt the killer down. From scorching-hot desert locations to sleazy motel bars, the members of the cast and crew--each one with a very dark secret of their own--will send this case deeper and deeper into a maze of confusion and shadows until the shocking truth is revealed. Will the murderer be found? Or will the true identity of the killer turn out to be just another Hollywood illusion?" --
The true meaning of love
"February 24 is the eighteenth birthday of a Ukrainian ballet school student named Vlad. It also happens to be the day that the first bombs of the 2022 Russian attack land on his homeland. As life for every person in the country is turned upside down in a moment, Vlad is immediately called up to serve in the military. But as much as he wants to defend his country, he is desperate to get his girlfriend, Tatyanna, an orphan whose only home has been the ballet school, out of the country. With their home under siege, Tatyanna tries to make her way to safety in Poland. Also joining the refugees is Yulya, who is torn between getting her young children across the border and staying at the side of her husband, Symon, and her elderly parents, Petro and Oxana, who refuse to abandon their home. As millions flee, Vlad and Symon join a volunteer civilians' unit to fight. Even elderly citizens like Petro and Oxana are given AK-47s, though soon starvation becomes as much of a threat as the encroaching troops. Sasha, an obstetrician, and Anton, a surgeon, who are secretly lovers, stay behind to treat the never-ending waves of wounded. When the Russians bomb hospitals, the heroic couple find themselves delivering babies in bomb shelters. Through the stories of Vlad, Tatyanna, Yulya, Symon, Sasha, and Anton--each struggling to protect their loved ones and preserve their own humanity--Danielle Steel tells a gripping and deeply moving story of regular people surviving as war rages around them"--
The Crying Killer
Tuesday Hendrickson has spent eight years running from memories of that night. Her sister's screams. Blood on the walls. And Arsen Bauer, a monster known as the Crying Killer, shot down in a barrage of bullets as he fled. Case closed. Intending to build a safe new identity out of the ashes, Tuesday changed her last name and moved away. She's now a private investigator who guards herself and her daughter, Julia, like their lives depend on it. And maybe they do. Because unless she's imagining things, Tuesday has seen Arsen on the streets of Saint Paul. She'd know her sister's killer anywhere. When bodies begin surfacing bearing the Crying Killer's brutal and unmistakable signature, Tuesday is certain he's coming for them. Except no one believes that but her. As her paranoia intensifies, she is left with a terrible unearth the shocking secret she buried with her sister, or become the Crying Killer's next victim
Reliquary
"A grieving woman is lured to her late fiancé's remote island estate only to uncover eerie family secrets, a haunting past, and a monstrous hunger stirring beneath the sea"-- Provided by publisher
I've got a crush on you
"Dog trainer Chloe Rivers knows that her recent impulsive one night stand was a mistake--especially now that the sexy stranger in question, Sawyer Dumont, turns out to be her new landlord at the town's newly opened doggy daycare. He's all tailored suits and tight schedules; she's sunshine, donuts, and sit stay swoon. They agree to pretend nothing happened. Their chemistry refuses. Chloe's dog training business is gaining celebrity clients daily, and Sawyer's doggy daycare becomes the hot spot for a new TV show, forcing the two to work together more and more closely. And then there's the night that Chloe discovers Sawyer's secret alter ego, complete with a fandom. When Chloe gets roped into a charity dance number, she blackmails Mr. Serious into being her partner. Cue closed door rehearsals, burning hot touches, and Dirty Dancing energy that's impossible to fake--on or off the dance floor. But working together means all kinds of complications, in spite of which Chloe can't deny it: she's crushing hard...and she's not the only one"--Amazon
Wild goose chase
Contains content warning. Reader discretion is advised
All that is left of life
"The Ansaldo family's contented life is built on routine, with days spent running their beloved delicatessen and summers at their modest house by the sea. But when sixteen-year-old Betta sets off for a beach party and never returns, they are left only with grief - and questions. The town whispers, the police are lost, and as the family fractures under the weight of their loss, no one suspects the burden Miriam carries. She has answers, but vows to tell no one, even those who loved Betta most. Seeking to bury her heavy secret, Miriam drifts into the orbit of Leo, a young drug dealer, and gains an unlikely set of friends. But when Leo starts to pull loose the threads of Betta's fate, will his search for the truth offer Miriam a way forward or risk unravelling everything?"--Provided by publisher
The devoted
"In this emotionally transportive literary debut about family and fate, a young Korean woman whose father is a leader in an infamous crime organization becomes entrenched in the dangerous world she once sought to escape. Raised in Hong Kong by their Korean grandmother in a quiet village, Eunha and her brother Solomon live a sheltered life. Their father is a Dragon Head, a leader within the infamous criminal organization of the Triads. While their beloved grandmother does her best to shield the children from the constant hum of violence and fear that surrounds their father and his world, Eunha only has Solomon and their one permitted companion, a boy named Kai, for company. But as Eunha grows up and marries into a supposedly respectable Hong Kong family, the veneer of her careful life begins to crack. When her young son is kidnapped, she is cast into the city's criminal underground and back into the orbit of Kai, now a Dragon Head himself. Will Eunha finally give in to the life she has striven so hard to rise above or was her future always fated? The Devoted is at once a sweeping family drama, a moving account of forbidden love, and a story about a woman's determination to choose her own destiny"--
A river red with blood
"Two intertwined disappearances leave a rural community in shock. In a darkly brilliant thriller set in Maine's rural Kennebec River Valley, the body of a young runaway from a "troubled teens" school has been found in the water, seemingly drowned, while a teenage girl has gone missing, believed dead. Now it is up to one man, private investigator Charlie Parker, to find the connection, and bring two evils -- one new and one ancient -- to an end . . ."--
Mia
"When Sally, an American living in San Miguel de Allende, meets Louise outside her children's school, she's eager to immerse herself more deeply in the life of the city. In Mexico for just a year with her husband, an architect, Sally is entranced by Louise--her elegance, her harshness, her stories about Burroughs, Ginsberg, and Kerouac--and the two quickly become inseparable. Soon enough, Louise has begun calling her Mia and, at first playfully, then in earnest, introducing Sally as her daughter to a growing circle of friends. By turns enthralled with the possibility of a new identity in Mexico and troubled by Louise's magnetic hold over her, Sally attempts to keep the relationship a secret from her husband. As the specter of Sally's troubled childhood looms, and Louise's self-mythologizing tightens its grip, the two women test the limits of reinvention--until their fictions threaten the security of Sally's flesh-and-blood family. A taut, beguiling work of psychological suspense, Mia is a mother-daughter story turned on its head and a high-intensity fable about the limitations of playing a role that doesn't belong to you"--
The project
When twenty-six-year-old Daisy wakes up next to James Stanley, she can't believe what she's done. She slept with James. The most boorish boy she knows. The black sheep of their friendship group. Someone who once told her that he'd never cried in his entire life -- and sounded proud of it. But sleeping with James is a casualty of a Much Larger Problem -- there is not a decent, single man to be found in London. At least, that's what Daisy and her best friend Maya think. All the good ones are taken. Even the average, not-so-good men have beautiful, educated, and accomplished girlfriends with perfect hip-to-waist ratios. Where have all the good men gone? Fed up with the dating scene, Daisy and Maya decide to stop waiting and take matters into their own hands with "The Project." Their goal? To build the perfect, eligible match out of some of the most lackluster, raw material. And who better to start with than their embarrassingly uncivilized (yet frustratingly attractive) friend, James? Embarking on a series of social and cultural lessons -- from art exhibitions to feminist book clubs, designer clothing stores to house parties -- Daisy and Maya chaperone James on a journey of discovery. But which of them will change more?
How to lose a lord in ten days
Rich, handsome and titled Lord Ashford has every lady in England longing for his hand in marriage. Everyone, that is, except Miss Lydia Hanworth - the only young woman Ashford wishes to marry. Pressured into accepting Ashford's proposal, the announcement must be kept secret for ten days. Can Lydia free herself from her obligations before the engagement is publicly announced, without ruining her reputation? You can achieve an awful lot in ten days, after all
The fourth option a thriller
"When law enforcement, the courts, and the prison system fail, there is a fourth and final option. . . . Disillusioned by the government and institutions he dedicated his life to serving, former Navy SEAL and CIA ground branch operative Chris Walker is about to end his life when he receives a call that saves it. The wife of a teammate he lost in Afghanistan has now lost her son to the opioid crisis and needs Walker's help. Thrust into a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined, Walker must go up against the system and the very Constitution he once swore an oath to support and defend in order to find justice for his friend's widow. With ambitious FBI agent Jarrett Stanton on his tail, Walker -- accompanied by his loyal Belgian Malinois K-9 and using his off-the-grid VW pop-up camper filled with a hidden cache of weapons -- takes justice into his own hands, exposing corruption and issuing a long-forgotten brand of lethal outlaw justice."--
My inner child wants to kill
"Björn Diemel has mastered the principles of mindfulness and used them to improve his life. He quit his stressful job and started his own practice. He spends more time with his daughter and argues less-and usually more lovingly-with his wife. Oh, and by the way, he also happens to be running two mafia clans with ease, since he murdered the boss of one and locked the boss of the other in the basement of his daughter's kindergarten. So why can't Björn enjoy any of this? Why does he keep losing his temper? Is he simply tired of killing? No, not quite. His therapist, Joschka Breitner, finally points him in the right direction: It all comes down to Björn's inner child. You never stop learning: The mindful murderer Björn Diemel keeps optimizing himself"-- Provided by publisher
After the Blu. a diary
Following the events of the author's A hue of Blu, the diary entries of Beatrice "Blu" Henderson as well as the surrounding life events focus on Blu's working through past relationships and continuing a journey of healing, self-discovery, and mental health recovery
It's a magical world a Calvin and Hobbes collection
The final collection of comic strips from the popular syndicated series follows the adventures of Calvin and his stuffed tiger, Hobbes
Fall into place
"Lenore's life is falling apart. Propelled home from Manhattan to rural Vermont to spend one final autumn at her family's historic apple orchard before it's sold, Lenore struggles to say goodbye. Not only to French Hill Farm, but to everything that once inspired her art. Soon enough, entries in her late grandmother's journal reignite memories of Lenore's childhood-and the crush on the groundskeeper's son she's since tried to forget. Callan's path has been laid out for him for as long as he can remember: live, work, and die in Whitbury, Vermont. He's taken over for his father as the groundskeeper at French Hill Farm, but now that it's soon to be sold, his future has turned abruptly uncertain. The last thing he needs is a distraction-like Lenore French showing up out of the blue, looking even better than he remembered. As his best friend's little sister, she's always been off limits, and the last time they saw each other, he blew his chance anyway. Lenore has long believed that her dreams are too big for the small town she grew up in-the same town Callan believes he can never outrun. But one last autumn together could paint their hometown-and each other-in a brand new light"-- Provided by publisher
Fall shook up a Cozy Creek novel
The grumpy recluse begrudgingly rents me his guest house if I agree to leave him alone. Too bad I've never been good at doing what I'm told. I am in desperate need of a place to live when my ex-boyfriend unceremoniously kicks me out weeks before a huge break in my career. Things look hopeless until I find a listing for a home that would be perfect, complete with a concise list of dos and don'ts. All I have to do is ignore the alarmingly good-looking owner, Levi, and follow his strict rules. As the days pass and I continue to push boundaries it gets harder to avoid his sweet compassion, capable hands, and attractive glower. The lines of our strict owner/tenant relationship continue to blur as the truth behind his protective shell is uncovered. Can I let him be or will my instincts for information trample the intense attraction growing between us? I'm under deadline, over my head, and (F)all shook up thinking about Levi
Hell to pay
"When the Devil's son gets kicked out of Hell, all Hell breaks loose--on Earth. Lucian "Luke" Teivel isn't just any exile--he's Lucifer's son, freshly banished from Hell with no forwarding address and zero explanation. Now he's stuck in the human world, working for Infernal Affairs, a secret task force that polices supernatural crime and decides whether the guilty belong in prison...or back in the Pit. Luke's doing his best to blend in and not burn his petty annoyances when a new partner storms into his life: Detective Sorcha O'Malley. She's sharp, stubborn, suspicious--and assigned to keep him from indulging in his more demonic tendencies. But Sorcha carries shadows even Luke can't read. Just as they're settling into their begrudging partnership, college students start dropping across Savannah, Georgia. And every clue points directly at Luke. Someone is framing him--someone with a grudge, a plan, and a very personal reason to keep him out of Hell. To survive the setup, Luke and Sorcha must team up against enemies both infernal and annoyingly human. But as the danger escalates and Sorcha's secrets inch closer to the surface, Luke faces the worst dilemma: stay with humans he loathes or return to the home he craves. And if he's not careful? Savannah might wind up with a fresh vacancy in its homicide department--and one very pissed-off Prince of Hell"--Page 4 of dust jacket
An heir of possibilities
"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
See you at the Sunset
"Jia Chung is living the dream...until she gets fired from her job, yet again. With her mom breathing down her neck to move home, she needs an escape, fast. When Mimi, her beloved grandmother, invites her to spend the summer in Palm Springs, Jia jumps at the chance. Staying at Sunset Hills Senior Living Community is exactly where a free spirit like Jia can thrive--among people living their best, sun-soaked, fun-filled lives. So what if they're all octogenarians? Henry Shin lives by the rules. It's what overworked corporate lawyers do. They don't fly off to Palm Springs to help their grandfathers move into a new home. But Dennis is Henry's only family. How else can Henry make sure he's settled and safe? The boisterous Zumba classes, daily happy hours, and spicy book clubs were a surprise though. And at the center, leading the charge, is a bright, vivacious stunner named Jia Chung. The same face he'd had a one-night stand with a few months back. And the same woman Henry was forced to terminate at his company the morning after. As carefree days turn into hot, steamy nights, the chemistry between Henry and Jia ignites. But when the real world beckons, should what happens at the Sunset stay at the Sunset?"--
Wild goose chase
Contains content warning. Reader discretion is advised
Rich girl summer
"Event planner Valerie Peng never planned on spending her summer sipping champagne at a lakefront estate, dodging suspicious billionaires, or pretending to be anyone's long-lost daughter. But when a very public, deeply mortifying mishap lands her in hot water-and her career in a hot mess-her uber-wealthy older client makes her an offer she can't refuse: come to his glamorous summer home and pose as the long-lost daughter he believes his conniving family has hidden from him. In exchange? Time away from her actual life...and the chance to help uncover a long-buried secret. But Cinderella needs some magic for this big of a makeover. Enter Nico Hever, her client's maddeningly perfect executive assistant. He's organized, meticulous, impossible to read, and infuriatingly handsome. But even though he claims this is a capital-M Mistake, Nico's the only one who knows the truth about Valerie...and the only person she can trust to have her back. As they navigate a world of eccentric matriarchs, class divides, and private family feuds, their chemistry is as undeniable as it is ill-timed. Caught between pretending to belong and unexpectedly finding where she truly fits in, Valerie's summer is about to get far more complicated than she ever planned"-- Provided by publisher
The wallflower takes all
"Miss Poppy Montfort has survived scandal with a smile. With a chaos-prone mother, a crumbling household, and a family name forever teetering on the edge of ruin, she has become expert at bright laughter, quick charm, and hiding just how much rests on her shoulders. ... Mr. Gabriel Ashby is clever, steady, and far too perceptive for Poppy's peace of mind. As a solicitor, he is entirely the wrong sort of husband for the future she has been trying so carefully to secure. Yet Gabriel is also the only man who sees through her bright laughter to the loneliness and strain beneath it. He notices the burdens she hides. He steps in when no one else does. And every time he looks at her, Poppy begins to fear the greatest danger of all--that the one man who feels like home is the one man she cannot afford to love"--Page 4 of cover
Havoc
"He's a corporate prince burdened by responsibility. She's an orphaned assassin suffering a crisis of faith. Together, they just might save the universe. Itzel grew up as the sole bright, sunny spark in the dark monastery of a death goddess. She was excellent at the killing bit, that wasn't the problem, but she wasn't so great at following commands. After being (mostly) booted from their order, she has a better life now with the ragtag crew of the starship Calamity. But when she and the rest of her crew attend a gathering of the most powerful Families in the universe, her old superiors come calling with one last chance at redemption for her worst mistake. She must kill Lucien Chandra, a prince of one of those Families. After her first attempt goes wrong, Itzel realizes that her target is far more than the repressed rule-follower he seems. Lucien is kind, intelligent, and open to new experiences, even if that new experience is waking up with an assassin poised over his bed. She's just starting to explore a future where she doesn't kill at her goddess's whims when sabotage strikes the Family Summit. Itzel and Lucien are thrown into crisis as a new, inexorable enemy is revealed. With no help in sight, they must fight not only for their own survival but for the future of charted space. If they succeed in creating a new world, the question remains; what kind of man wants a future with his would-be assassin?"--
Accidentally wedded to a werewolf
"Spoiled heiress Luna Stack is meant to be sipping mai tais on a beach with her fun-loving fiancé. Instead, a snowstorm strands her in Claw Haven, Alaska, a cozy town full of monsters living the quiet life. At least the werewolf innkeeper's hot - until he opens his mouth. Luna's more than ready to leave the grumpy wolf and his decrepit inn behind as soon as the snow clears, but when a potion mishap bonds the two of them together, she resigns herself to staying in Claw Haven, just for a little while. She's only werewolf married, though, not married married, like, legally. No big deal. Oliver Musgrove wants nothing to do with his new 'wife.' He has annoying, friendly townsfolk to ignore, and he's lost his ability to shift, which means his alpha ambitions are currently on hold. Unfortunately, no matter how much Oliver wants to keep his distance from Luna, the bond says otherwise. Even though the two can't stand each other, maybe they can stop bickering long enough to explore the magical spark between them... After all, what's a little knotting between enemies?"--Page 4 of cover
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
See you next Tuesday
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
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
Fossil feud
"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..." --
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. . ."--
Dominion
"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
Tempest
"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
A curse of Beasts and magic
"Raine Stone is living a nightmare. Ever since she survived the attack that killed her family, she's been hiding a terrible secret--and a Beast inside her. It feeds on violence and chaos, but she restrains its urges by playing vigilante on the city streets. Until one night, Raine uses the Beast's energy to heal an elderly gentleman from a seemingly random attack and discovers a new world of danger-literally. Remington 'Remy' Byrne knows the wall between a realm of deadly mythic creatures and our own world is very fragile. After all, he's the Warden who guards the gateways between them. Raine's Beast contains power that could tip the scales in a sinister plot against Remy's rule-if she allies with him. Will they be friends or foes...or will their dangerous attraction turn into something else? And can our world be saved by their explosive alliance?"--Front jacket flap
The heart of the Nhaga
"Three handles one. The world is divided by the Line of Limit. To the north are the Tokkebi--fire people able to manipulate flames as both weapons and illusions; Rekon--giant birdmen with immense strength and warrior acumen; and the humans--as divided as the other races are unified. To the south are the Nhaga--a reptilian people who relinquish their hearts for immortality. For centuries, the races didn't cross that line, but change is in the air. A Nhaga is being sent North...and a trio is being dispatched to make sure this agent from the South makes it out alive--one from each race. But the illusion of a simple journey is quickly dispelled by the fact that the Tokkebi is merely a scholar, not an adventurer; the Rekon is deathly afraid of water; and the human hunts and eats Nhaga. And when the Nhaga they're supposed to be escorting out of the Kiboren forest is murdered, the one sent in his place turns out to very much have a heart--meaning he's quite vulnerable to the dangerous exodus. The four must quickly forge an alliance and shed the distrust and prejudice that plagues them if they are to survive. And just as crucial, they must figure out what this mission is actually about, because unbeknownst to them, the very fate of the world might rest on this one Nhaga making it to the North intact." -- Front jacket flap
Exodus the Helium Sea
"For millennia, the Crown Dominion has been at relative peace, with the Celestials in control and the human population little better than serfs. But now the Crown Dominion is facing a crisis of epic proportions--one that could change the balance of power in the Centauri Cluster forever--as an exiled faction that has been waiting for seven thousand years beyond the Helium Sea has returned to claim their vengeance. For Finn and his human allies, who have ended up at the center of this conflict either through circumstance or manipulation, this is an unprecedented opportunity. If they can band together, they may be able to outwit the Celestials and finally earn their fellow humans a place of independence and power in the Crown Dominion. But first they must locate and master ancient artifacts of immense power that could give them a needed edge in the conflict ahead. And all while ducking the forces that are determined to knock them off the board for good"-- Provided by publisher
Fleet of ghosts
"An expeditionary force will discover unfamiliar lands, fight deadly foes, and reveal secrets as they explore the mysterious new Earth they now call home in this gripping alternate history adventure set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Destroyermen series. Ever since the World War II-era destroyer USS Walker was marooned on a strange alternate Earth, naturalist Courtney Bradford has been eager to fully explore the planet. Now that the war with the Alliance's enemies has settled into an uneasy peace, he is given leave to organize the Corps of Discovery, a motley company formed of veterans of the Great War from all over the Alliance. On board the rebuilt Walker, they set out to investigate reports of a region in the Pacific where ships have gone missing and a terrible bright flash of light on the horizon was witnessed. But what they find there is beyond anyone's imagination: a great battered fleet made up of strange ships. Courtney suspects the rusty armada may have been transported to this world from another, the same way the Walker was four years ago. What none of them know is that the Alliance's enemies are already aware of these lost ships-and the deadly technology they can harvest from them-and are willing to go to any lengths to steal them. Courtney, his crew of inexperienced cadets, and a handful of lethal commandos are all that stand in the way of another global war-one that the exhausted Grand Alliance simply can't win"--
The last starborn seer
"The last of a ruined bloodline, she's shunned for her volatile Starborn magic, which grants her prophetic visions but is slowly corrupting her mind. Branded a pariah, Leilani is blamed for the Sickening, a wasting curse that fractured the realms of Arcelia and plunged them into war. When her dying mother's health deteriorates and a forced marriage threatens her future, Leilani seizes the chance to reclaim her fate. A prophecy speaks of an ancient relic that could end the Sickening - and she's determined to find it. To retrieve the sceptre, she must survive the deadly climb to the Astral Mountain, forge alliances with enemies, outwit rebel forces, and navigate her own treacherous feelings for a rival envoy, which grow under the watchful eye of her betrothed. Hunted by a vengeful spectre and haunted by her magic, Leilani must decide what she's willing to sacrifice in the name of redemption -- before her powers consume her."--Book jacket
The republic of memory
"The Safina is a city-ship halfway through its four-hundred-year voyage from the ruins of Earth to a new colony world. Its crew maintains the ship, generation after generation, while protecting their ancestors in cryostasis so that one day they will be able to enjoy a fresh start under clear blue skies. But when blackouts begin, unrest follows. The ship can only continue running smoothly with the cooperation of the crew. And the crew has had enough. As coordinated acts of resistance coincide with a much more complex conspiracy, a chain of events is set in motion that will change life on the Safina forever." -- Back cover
Kindred
"'I lost an arm on my last trip home. My left arm.' So begins the prologue of Kindred, Octavia E. Butler's best-selling neo-slavery novel set against the backdrop of 1976 California and early 1800s Maryland. When twenty-six-year-old Dana vanishes from her home and is transported to the antebellum South, she soon realizes why she was summoned to the past: to protect Rufus, the son in a slave-owning plantation family, and ensure his safety so that he may live into young adulthood. It isn't until after Dana endures multiple trips that she learns the truth of their relationship and how her very existence in her own time is dependent on helping Rufus survive in his. These increasingly long and perilous trips not only force Dana as a modern-day Black woman to experience and accept the savagery of her own slavery in the 1800s but also pull her further away from her autonomy and her return to the present. Kindred was adapted and developed by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins as a limited FX series on Hulu. This edition includes a foreword by Janelle Monáe, acclaimed singer/songwriter, actor, producer, and storyteller."--
Winter's Dawn
"Fearless. Defender. Shield Maiden." "Brighid returns to the Nordic forces. But she is not alone. Her newfound companion accompanies her, along with Kaeden, the Eldaran Truthsayer. Together, they approach the battlefield, powered by a unique bond forged since their first encounter. Yet a dark and menacing presence grows within Brighid's mind. Her connection to death has returned, and this time, there is not oath to numb the terror. Will she be able to fight and protect her people while sensing the reaper of life?"--Flap page 1 of dust jacket
Spellcast
For ten long years, Arden has been invisible, trapped in her village by a spell she cannot break. She listens to friends chatter, watches her family grieve, but can never touch, speak, or be seen. Living like a ghost among those who've forgotten her, she dreams of vengeance against the witch who cursed her. Until one fateful day, her village is devoured in flame, and everything changes. From the wreckage rises a pride of dragons that can transform into humans. Their piercing eyes slice through her curse, and for the first time in a decade, Arden can be seen. Swept off to the Crags by the enigmatic alpha dragon, Tage, Arden is forced into a world of fire and power, where danger lurks in every shadow. Though she plots her escape at every turn, Tage's fiery intensity and undeniable magnetism spark an unwilling response in her. But Arden's fate is bound to a secret she has yet to uncover, a magic older and more perilous than she could ever imagine. With war on the horizon, Arden must decide whether to trust the dragon she swore to defy, harness the wild magic around her, or risk losing everything. Sometimes all it takes to break a curse... is to cast another spell
The Bridge kingdom
"A warrior princess trained in isolation, Lara is driven by two certainties. The first is that King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy. And the second is that she'll be the one to bring him to his knees. The only route through a storm-ravaged world, the Bridge Kingdom enriches itself and deprives its rivals, including Lara's homeland. So when she's sent as a bride under the guise of peace, Lara is prepared to do whatever it takes to fracture its impenetrable defenses. And the defenses of its king. Yet as she infiltrates her new home and gains a deeper understanding of the war to possess the bridge, Lara begins to question whether she's the hero or the villain. And as her feelings for Aren transform from frosty hostility to fierce passion, Lara must choose which kingdom she'll save . . . and which kingdom she'll destroy."--
The Dark Lord's guide to honeymooning (and other acts of tyranny)
"In this deliciously wicked sequel, the realm's most dangerous power couple discovers that admitting their feelings might be more terrifying than war"-- Provided by publisher
Pasha the Storm
Pasha the Northern Storm was once the most infamous Meridian pirate who ever sailed the sister oceans. Now, a decade into her exile, Pasha's afterlife is being held hostage by Atle, an absurdly attractive noble who knows far too much about pirate magic--but not enough about sailing to realize how dangerous Pasha really is. Minister Atle Itaavar is duty-bound to serve the Kingdom of Garda, but as Queen Thivaldís gathers support for her ambitions of empire, Atle turns to treason to stop her. In order to destroy the Queen's new necromantic navy, Atle plans to steal the Queen's flagship, kidnap a washed-up pirate to sail it, and track down a legendary killer whale to bring it down. But the hunt for the great undying whale drags Pasha, Atle, and the crew of the Dog into a cosmic reckoning as they face threats from ghosts and gods alike--and the Queen of Garda is close behind
The incendiary
Everything that Ary thought she knew was a lie... She has been caged and controlled, lied to by the ones she loved. Now she is finally free--with untamed magic sparking in her veins. They say she is destined to lead an army against corrupted darkness. They say the man she loves is dangerous--that she will never see him again. But Ary is done listening to what they say. She will choose her own destiny. It's time for her to burn.
The lost man
Two brothers meet in the remote Australian outback when the third brother is found dead, in this stunning new standalone novel from New York Times bestseller Jane Harper Two brothers meet at the remote fence line separating their cattle ranches in the lonely outback. In an isolated belt of Western Australia, they are each other's nearest neighbor, their homes four hours' drive apart. The third brother lies dead at their feet. Something caused Cam, the middle child who had been in charge of the family homestead, to die alone in the middle of nowhere. So the eldest brother returns with his younger sibling to the family property and those left behind. But the fragile balance of the ranch is threatened. Amidst the grief, suspicion starts to take hold, and the eldest brother begins to wonder if more than one among them is at risk of crumbling as the weight of isolation bears down on them all. Dark, suspenseful, and deeply atmospheric, The Lost Man is the highly anticipated next book from the bestselling and award-winning Jane Harper, author of The Dry and Force of Nature
Instant temptation
"To Harley, the landscape around Wishful, California, is exhilarating, untamed, and more than a little dangerous. The same could be said for T.J. Wilder, who's invited himself along on her trek to study a rare coyote. Harley's career is riding on this trip, and she doesn't need a stubborn, incredibly sexy distraction tagging along. But T.J. is a professional guide who knows when to stay back and when to provide invaluable expertise-- just like he's done since they were in high school. And Harley, as usual, is torn between throttling him and giving in to the raw attraction that's been smouldering all these years. After waiting so long, it's all about timing"--Publisher
Into unknown skies an unlikely team, a daring race, and the first flight around the world
"Equal parts THE RIGHT STUFF and THE BOYS IN THE BOAT, INTO UNKNOWN SKIES tells the unbelievable history of the 1924 race to circumnavigate the globe for the first time by air, a nail-biting contest that pitted underdog US pilots against their better-funded European rivals, created technology that changed aviation, and convinced America that its future was in the sky. In the early 1920s, America's faith in aviation was in shambles. Twenty years after the Wright Brothers' first flight, most Americans believed airplanes were for delivering the mail or performing daredevil stunts in front of crowds. The dream of commercial air travel remained just that. Even the American military was a skeptic-rather than pay to bring its planes back from Europe following World War I, the War Department chose to burn most of them instead. All that changed with a single race in 1924. It was not just any race, though-it was a race to become the first to circle the globe in an airplane, pitting a team of four underdog American pilots against the best aviators in the world from England, Italy, Portugal, France, and Argentina. Rooted in the same daring spirit that pushed early twentieth-century explorers to attempt crossings of the Antarctic ice or locate the source of the Nile, this race was an adventure unlike anything the world had seen before. The obstacles were daunting-from experimental planes, to dangerous landings in uncharted territory, to the simple navigational gauges that could lead pilots hundreds of miles off course. Failure seemed all but guaranteed-the suspense less about who would win than how many would perish for the honor of being the first. Now on the race's centennial, award-winning author David K. Randall tells the story of this riveting, long-forgotten race. Through larger-than-life characters, treacherous landings, disease, and ultimately triumph, INTO UNKNOWN SKIES demonstrates how one race returned America to aviation greatness. A story of underdog teammates, bold exploration, and American ingenuity, INTO UNKNOWN SKIES is an untold adventure tale showing the power of flight to bring the world together"--
Cold cold bones
"#1 New York Times bestselling thriller writer Kathy Reichs returns with her twenty-first novel of suspense featuring forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan who, after receiving a box containing a human eyeball, uncovers a series of gruesome killings eerily reenacting the most shocking of her prior cases."--
The thinnest air
"A woman's disappearance exposes a life of secrets in a twisting novel of psychological suspense from the author of The Memory Watcher. Meredith Price is the luckiest woman alive. Her husband, Andrew, is a charming and successful financial broker. She has two lovely stepchildren and is living in affluence in a mountain resort town. After three years of marriage, Meredith's life has become predictable. Until the day she disappears. Her car has been discovered in a grocery store parking lot--purse and phone undisturbed on the passenger seat, keys in the ignition, no sign of struggle, and no evidence of foul play. It's as if she vanished into thin air. It's not like Meredith to simply abandon her loved ones. And no one in this town would have reason to harm her. When her desperate sister, Greer, arrives, she must face a disturbing question: What if no one really knows Meredith at all? For Greer, finding her sister isn't going to be easy...because where she's looking is going to get very, very dark."--Amazon
East
"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
His to take
" New York Times bestselling author Shayla Black invites readers to explore the desires of her Wicked Lovers... Racing against time, NSA agent Joaquin Muñoz is searching for a little girl who vanished twenty years ago with a dangerous secret. Since Bailey Benson fits the profile, Joaquin abducts the beauty and whisks her to the safety of Club Dominion-before anyone can silence her for good. At first, Bailey is terrified, but when her kidnapper demands information about her past, she's stunned. Are her horrific visions actually distant memories that imperil all she holds dear? Confined with Joaquin in a place that echoes with moans and breathes passion, he proves himself a fierce protector as well as a sensual Master who's slowly crawling deeper into her head...and her heart. But giving in to him might be the most delicious danger of all. Because Bailey soon learns that her past isn't the only mystery. Joaquin has a secret of his own-a burning vengeance in his soul. The exposed truth leaves her vulnerable and wondering how much about the man she loves is a lie, how much more is at risk than her heart. And if she can trust him to protect her long enough to learn the truth. "--
A happy marriage
What holds a strong and loving marriage together? Lies and secrets in a novel of twisting psychological suspense by a New York Times bestselling author. Los Angeles homicide detective Dinah Marino may have a complicated relationship with her family, but her psychiatrist husband, Joe, makes her feel safe, secure, and happy. She couldn't want for a more loving or trusting man. But throughout their ten-year marriage, she's been keeping a secret from him--a secret she'd take to the grave. Dr. Joe Marino loves his wife more than anything in this world, but there are things he's learned to keep close to the chest--including a few dead bodies. When a missing woman tied to his wife's latest case is admitted to his hospital, doctor-patient confidentiality lands their marriage on some new and uneven ground. As Dinah digs deeper into her case, tension works its way inside their picture-perfect home. Now the carefully constructed lies between them don't just simply threaten the delicate balance of their marriage--they could kill
The perfect ruin
"A riveting novel of domestic suspense about the close relationship between two women: a severely troubled twenty-something and the mega-successful, billionaire CEO she's determined to destroy"--
The winters
"A spellbindingly suspenseful new novel set in the moneyed world of the Hamptons, about secrets that refuse to remain buried and consequences that can't be escaped. After a whirlwind romance, a young woman returns to the opulent, secluded Long Island mansion of her new fiance Max Winter--a wealthy politician and recent widower--and a life of luxury she's never known. But all is not as it appears at the Asherley estate. The house is steeped in the memory of Max's beautiful first wife Rebekah, who haunts the young woman's imagination and feeds her uncertainties, while his very alive teenage daughter Dani makes her life a living hell. She soon realizes there is no clear place for her in this twisted little family: Max and Dani circle each other like cats, a dynamic that both repels and fascinates her, and he harbors political ambitions with which he will allow no woman--alive or dead--to interfere. As the soon-to-be second Mrs. Winter grows more in love with Max, and more afraid of Dani, she is drawn deeper into the family's dark secrets--the kind of secrets that could kill her, too. The Winters is a riveting story about what happens when a family's ghosts resurface and threaten to upend everything"--
Buried
In Ellison Cooper's suspense thriller Buried, an FBI neuroscientist is on the trail of a serial killer who's turned up the heat on a cold case... Senior Special Agent Sayer Altair studies the minds of psychopaths. But even she didn't expect to uncover a killer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Rooting him out and exposing internal corruption got her a bullet wound and six months of desk duty. Now, she's finally back in the field, called in when an off-duty FBI agent and his cadaver dog fall into a sinkhole filled with human bones. Found deep in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park, the skeletal remains date back almost two decades, the same time a beloved local teen disappeared. The cold case quickly heats up when Sayer's team finds two fresh corpses among the bones. When a gruesome clue ties these new bodies to a woman recently kidnapped along with her young daughter, Sayer has to uncover the connection between the old bones and the new bodies before the mother and child become the next victims. But the killer is one step ahead, attacking her team and sabotaging their efforts. With Sayer's investigation compromised and unsure of who to trust, she receives unwanted help from Subject 037, one of the anonymous psychopaths she is currently studying. She has the chilling realization that he's someone powerful in Washington D.C.--and he is not about to let a mundane serial killer jeopardize his own ominous agenda for Sayer
A stranger's game
"A gripping new stand-alone novel from USA TODAY bestselling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble"--
Vanishing point
She's in desperate need of protection... And trusts only one man. Vi Reynolds is on the run. Terrified that her abusive ex-husband will find her and discover she's had his baby, she's hiding out in her hometown. But when she's reunited with Thomas Hart, her high school sweetheart, Vi's conflicted. Because despite the powerful longing they still feel for each other, Thomas is a cop like her ex, and she's learned she can't trust the police. But when the threats her ex has been sending her escalate, Vi must decide whether to run...or trust Thomas to protect her. From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. Discover more action-packed stories in the Bent County Protectors series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Vanishing Point
Book 2: Killer on the Homestead
Book 2: Killer on the Homestead
Sizzle
After she unwittingly captures a shocking crime on camera, a rash of mysterious, treacherous incidents convince Lyra Prescott that she's trapped in a sinister scenario headed for a violent ending. As the noose of deadly intrigue tightens around her, she turns to her best friend, Sidney Buchanan, whose connections bring dauntless and devilishly handsome FBI agent Sam Kincaid into Lyra's running scared life
Hurricane
When he takes his ex-wife Addison's megayacht in order to search for a valuable wreck, Rydell Case finds himself, along with Addison, tangled up in conspiracy, murder, and an international art heist
Hap Arnold the general who invented the U.S Air Force
The liberator one World War II soldier's 500-day odyssey from the beaches of Sicily to the gates of Dachau
The true story of the bloodiest and most dramatic march to victory of the Second World War. The battlefield odyssey of a maverick U.S. Army officer and his infantry unit as they fought for over five hundred days to liberate Europe; from the invasion of Italy to the gates of Dachau
The great composers the lives and music of the great classical composers
Gather me a memoir in praise of the books that saved me
"An inspiring memoir of family, community, and resilience, and an ode to the power of books to help us understand ourselves, from the renowned founder of Well-Read Black Girl. 'She is a friend of my mind. She gather me, man. The pieces I am, she gather them and give them back to me in all the right order.'--Toni Morrison. For Glory Edim, that 'friend of my mind' is books. Edim, who grew up in Virginia to Nigerian immigrant parents, started the popular Well-Read Black Girl book club at age thirty, but her love of books stretches far back: to public libraries alongside her little brothers after elementary school while her mother was working; to high school libraries where she discovered books she wasn't being taught in class; to dorm rooms and airplanes and subway rides--and, eventually, to a community of half a million other readers. When Edim's father moved back to Nigeria while she was still a child, she and her brothers were left with a single mother and little money, often finding a safe space at their local library. Books were where Edim found community, and as she grew older, she discovered the Black writers whose words would forever change her life: Nikki Giovanni through children's poetry cassettes; Maya Angelou through a critical high school English teacher; Toni Morrison while attending Morrison's alma mater, Howard University; Audre Lorde on a flight to Nigeria. In prose full of both joy and heartbreak, Edim recounts how these writers and so many others helped her to value herself: to find her own voice when her mother lost hers, to trust her feelings when her father remarried, to create bonds with other Black women and uplift their own stories. Gather Me is a glowing testament to the power of representation and the lasting impact of literature to gather our disparate parts and put them back together"--
The brothers John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles, and their secret world war
A joint biography of John Foster Dulles and Allen Dulles, who led the United States into foreign adventures that decisively shaped today's world as the Cold War was at its peak
The Churchill sisters the extraordinary lives of Winston and Clementine's daughters
"As complex in their own way as their Mitford cousins, Winston and Clementine Churchill's daughters each had a unique relationship with their famous father. Rachel Trethewey's biography, The Churchill Sisters, tells their story. Bright, attractive and well-connected, in any other family the Churchill girls - Diana, Sarah, Marigold and Mary - would have shone. But they were not in another family, they were Churchills, and neither they nor anyone else could ever forget it. From their father - 'the greatest Englishman' - to their brother, golden boy Randolph, to their eccentric and exciting cousins, the Mitford Girls, they were surrounded by a clan of larger-than-life characters which often saw them overlooked. While Marigold died too young to achieve her potential, the other daughters lived lives full of passion, drama and tragedy. Diana, intense and diffident; Sarah, glamorous and stubborn; Mary, dependable yet determined - each so different but each imbued with a sense of responsibility toward each other and their country. Far from being cosseted debutantes, these women were eyewitnesses at some of the most important events in world history, at Tehran, Yalta and Potsdam. Yet this is not a story set on the battlefields or in Parliament; it is an intimate saga that sheds light on the complex dynamics of family set against the backdrop of a tumultuous century. Drawing on previously unpublished family letters from the Churchill archives, The Churchill Sisters brings Winston's daughters out of the shadows and tells their remarkable stories for the first time"--
Babylon the biography of a metropolis
"Babylon often appears more myth than history. Purportedly the site of the Hanging Gardens and the Tower of Babel, its infamous presence in the Bible has made it a byword for sinful decadence. But Babylon was a real place teeming with life, a bustling mega-city on the Euphrates where schoolteachers, artisans, priests, slaves, prostitutes, and soldiers rubbed shoulders in maze-like streets and busy marketplaces. The city was home to some extraordinary rulers, from Hammurabi, the great lawgiver, to Nebuchadnezzar II, the conqueror-king, in whose reign the city glistened in gold and lapis lazuli. In Babylon, Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones brings the ancient city vividly to life, tracing its foundation from its world domination to its subsequent decline and fall into ruin, and then to dust. From ribald drinking songs to acerbic letters between rival kings, extraordinary ancient sources help inform what is both a stunning work of scholarship and a fascinating evocation of a long-lost world."--Book jacket flap
The wizard of lies Bernie Madoff and the death of trust
"The inside story of Bernie Madoff and his $65 billion Ponzi scheme, with surprising and shocking new details from Madoff himself"--from publisher description
Gods of soccer the pantheon of the 100 greatest soccer players (according to us)
"From the hosts of the popular NBC Sports show Men in Blazers and one of the biggest soccer podcasts in the world, Roger Bennett and Michael Davies will profile the greatest male and female soccer players of all time. With the same signature humor as they brought to their New York Times Bestseller Encyclopedia Blazertannica, Bennett and Davis will feature a mini biography, fun facts and an illustrated or photographic portrait of both new and legendary soccer players, from Pelé, Maradona, and Messi to Mia Hamm, Marta, and Megan Rapinoe. In their one-of-a-kind laugh out loud style and schtick, the guys will tell the stories of triumph, skill, and tenacity, experienced by household names like David Beckham and Alex Morgan, along with lesser-known icons such as Garrincha, the Brazilian star of the 1960's who was born with one leg six inches shorter than the other and Briana Scurry, who trail-blazed a path for young, black, soccer-playing women. Collectively, these stories will create a comprehensive history of soccer-its evolution and growth-as told by the lives of the legends of the game and the way their play transformed the world of soccer itself"--
The Romanov sisters the lost lives of the daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra
Too much and never enough how my family created the world's most dangerous man
"In this revelatory, authoritative portrait of Donald J. Trump and the toxic family that made him, Mary L. Trump, a trained clinical psychologist and Donald's only niece, shines a bright light on the dark history of their family in order to explain how her uncle became the man who now threatens the world's health, economic security, and social fabric"--Provided by publisher
Thomas Jefferson survives American independence in his time and ours
Thomas Jefferson has been reinvented more than perhaps any American president in history. In the nineteenth century, slavery's defenders invoked Jefferson's defense of states' rights while abolitionists drew on his anti-slavery writings in support of their cause. After the Civil War, Jefferson's reputation declined because of his association with secession and disunion, but in the twentieth century, his imaged soared as he came to embody the democratic values American fought for during World War II. Unsurprisingly, Jefferson's legacy has shifted yet again in the twenty-first century, effectively becoming a partisan talisman--jettisoned by the left as a plantation patriarch and repurposed by the right as an avatar of white nationalism. Dissatisfied with these political caricatures and manic swings, leading Jefferson scholar Peter S. Onuf and Francis D. Cogliano instead situate the founding father in his complicated historical context and reveal how his wisdom can be applied today. In a series of three interrelated essays, the authors paint a nuanced portrait. "Generations" elucidates how Jefferson's understanding of history shaped his responses to the major problems of his time. "My Country" delves into how he conceived of the American homeland, and "The People" unravels how Jefferson articulated a new national identity in the Declaration of Independence.
Chimpanzee memoirs stories of studying and saving our closest living relatives
"It was apparent to all who attended the Chimpanzees in Context symposium (2016) that the breadth of experience and collective understanding of our closest living relatives extended far beyond that which could be expressed in strictly empirical terms. Many of the contributors to the meeting have spent literally decades of their life dedicated to understanding chimpanzees and the insights from those investigations now permeate the world's understanding of nonhuman animals and equally, our own species. Steve Ross and Lydia Hopper of the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago seek to compose an engaging and unique volume aimed at illustrating how the study of chimpanzees relates to three interrelated concepts: inspiration, reflection and compassion. Much has been written about if and how chimpanzees are capable of these and other mental constructs, but in this volume, the lens is turned around toward the primatologists themselves. What have we learned from decades of chimpanzee study and how do those findings relate to the daily lives of humans? What forces shaped the study of our closest living relative and how does that reflect on our own species? In this collection, a preeminent group of scientists will have the opportunity to tell their personal stories about their lives studying chimpanzees. These stories are meant to reflect as much as project, and the collective wisdom of the selected authors will permeate the volume into something that generates interest in chimpanzees but also inspires reflection in a broad audience of readers"--
Excerpts of Bond County, Illinois history biographies
Pioneer profiles of New Brunswick settlers
New Audiovisual
No way out
Charged with high-voltage tension and suspense, the electrifying thriller No Way Out is a tightly wound tale of intrigue set in the political whirl of Washington and the inner corridors of the Pentagon. In this '80s box-office smash, Kevin Costner (The Untouchables, Revenge) stars as naval hero Lieutenant Commander Tom Farrell, the new CIA liaison for Defense Secretary David Brice, a high-ranking master of political maneuvers played by the dynamic Gene Hackman (The Package, Narrow Margin). Sexy Sean Young (Blade Runner) is a gorgeous party girl who plays politics herself as Brice₂s mistress and Farrell₂s secret lover. And Will Patton (Desperately Seeking Susan) is the Secretary₂s ruthless aide, architect of a cover-up scheme that protects his boss, but entraps Farrell, putting his life in danger. With its serpentine plot twists, narrow escapes and true-to-life Pentagon setting, No Way Out is the harrowing story of an innocent man caught in a complex web of romance and murder, power and corruption
Minions & monsters
"This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created."--
All through the night
When noted gambler Alfred 'Gloves' Donahue makes a trip to his local bakery to see why his cheesecake hasn't been delivered, he sees nightclub singer Leda Hamilton leaving the bakery and finds that his favorite baker has been murdered. Donahue becomes the prime suspect in the case, so he must take matters into his own hands to clear his name. Things take a shocking turn when he discovers that a Nazi spy ring may have had a hand in the poor baker's death
Unexpected family Guo jia jia
When an aging local starts to lose his memory, those around him decide to recreate an important family moment in his life for him to relive. What they discover isn't what they expect about both them and about the mysterious man's past
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
October 8
OCTOBER 8 offers a look at the eruption of antisemitism on college campuses, social media and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. Through meticulous investigation, the film also uncovers how over decades, Hamas created sophisticated networks in America to permeate U.S. institutions and examines the tsunami of online antisemitism, propaganda, and disinformation unleashed by Iran, China, and Russia with the sole purpose of dividing American society
Huo zhe yan The furious
After the daughter of Wang Wei is kidnapped by a criminal network and he receives no help from the corrupt police, Wei sets out on a rampage to find her himself. His only ally is Navin a relentless journalist whose wife has mysteriously disappeared. Fueled by a furious vengeance, the unlikely duo ruthlessly fights against the kidnappers in this explosive martial arts showdown
Possessed
Joan Crawford stars as a factory girl with two ways out of poverty: brains and beauty. Using her wiles, in no time she's living on Park Avenue, draped in designer gowns, dripping in jewels, and cuddled up with a man who isn't her husband. It's a scorching love match which mixes themes of greed, ambition, politics, and sex in a world where morals are in short supply. The sizzling chemistry between Gable & Crawford results in an unforgettable pre-code gem
Scary movie
Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer, Shorty, Ray, Cindy and Brenda find themselves targeted by another mad slasher
Sergeant Rutledge
In 1866, new fighting units are formed within the U.S. Cavalry: the courageous 9th and 10th regiments. History, judging from the regiments' list of Medal of Honor winners, calls them heroes. Against this backdrop, Sergeant Rutledge, is a 9th Cavalry officer on trial for rape and murder. Lt. Cantrell defends Rutledge as witnesses give testimony (relived in flashbacks) revealing the sergeant's gallantry and the shocking truth behind the alleged crimes
Breach
When Eric O'Neill is promoted from a low-level surveillance job into the headquarters of the FBI, his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent is on the verge of reality. He is hand picked to work for the renowned operative Robert Hanssen within "information assurance," a new division created to protect all classified FBI intelligence. Eric quickly discovers the true reason for his hire: Hanssen is the sole subject of a long-term, top-secret investigation, a suspected mole made all the more dangerous by the sheer global import of the information he is charged with protecting. The Bureau asks Eric to slowly draw the traitor out of deep cover
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
Leviticus
Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most each other
Private Benjamin
A Jewish-American princess, Judy Benjamin, is devastated when her husband drops dead on their wedding night. While she grieves, a duplicitous recruiter for the Women's Army Corps convinces her to enlist. Judy thinks her enlistment is like a vacation but Captain Lewis quickly dashes her hopes of an easy time. As Judy goes through basic training like any other grunt, she becomes a good soldier and develops a sense of self-esteem
The AI doc or how I became an apocaloptimist
"A father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity. The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is a hand-made, eye-opening documentary about the most powerful technology humanity has ever created ... and what's at stake if we get it wrong."--Container
Kiss destroys Anaheim '76
Great television
After the storm
Algorithm
Cookie happened
Faithfully
Morgan Freeman's Symphonic blues experience
Live at the London Astoria II, 1994
Same old way
Roots, rock, reggae live at the Hammersmith Odeon
Freak Out!
Box set commemorating the 60th anniversary of Freak Out!, the 1966 debut album from The Mothers of Invention; includes the original album on standard audio CD compact disc and Blu-ray audio in its 1966 original stereo mix, pre-master mix, and mono mix, along with standard audio CD compact discs containing recordings from rehearsal sessions, demo tracks, vocal reference mixes, session outtakes, and live performances in San Francisco, California
Town Hall concert 1964. Volume 1
The one day LP
From her early days as a So You Think You Can Dance finalist to becoming one of the defining voices of modern pop, Canadian singer, songwriter, an dancer Tate McRae has carved out a singular path. Tate McRae's 'The One Day LP' is the point of origin for one of the biggest pop artists in the world. These 9 songs capture the defining elements of Tate's songwriting, including hits "One Day" and "Teenage Mind" which have amassed over a half a billion streams to date
Chuck Timely & the hourglass
Early years selected albums 1956-58
Hitman's wife's bodyguard
In The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard -- bodyguard Michael Bryce, hitman Darius Kincaid and his wife Sonia are back as the mismatched, high-octane trio -- that are once again forced together into another life-threatening mission to save Europe from a vengeful and powerful zealot
Dora's double-length adventures
Binge box. Round up the ladies
80 for Brady: As the New England Patriots reach the Super Bowl in Houston, four female fans become determined to go to the game and meet quarterback Tom Brady, which proves a more memorable experience than they anticipated after the Patriots fall behind by four touchdowns
Binge Box. Out of this world
I.S.S.: Tensions flare in the near future aboard the International Space Station as a worldwide conflict breaks out on Earth. Reeling from this, the astronauts receive orders from the ground: take control of the station by any means necessary
Binge box. Dude, where's my comedy?
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
Binge box. A very merry romance
A Country Music Christmas: Songwriter Brooke has the decision of a lifetime to make when a charming executive makes promises of fortune and glory that require leaving her best friend and writing partner behind
Binge box. At the office
A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night
The Waltons. Season 3
Chronicles the life of the Walton family living in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia during the Great Depression
Attack on Titan. Season 4, part 1, episodes 60-75 [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
In the walled enclave where the remnants of humanity shelter from the Titans, giant creatures who have taken over the rest of the world, Eren and Mikasa join the fight against them after the city is breached and a Titan kills their mother
Mannequin Mannequin 2, on the move
Mannequin: A struggling artist creates a department store mannequin that somehow magically comes to life. Mannequin 2, on the move: A department store employee accidentally removes an amulet from a mannequin and she magically comes to life. To stay unfrozen, Jessie needs to receive a kiss from her true love
Boyz n the hood
A portrait of black urban America, focusing on three friends growing up in a South Los Angeles neighborhood where friendship, pain, and love are just some of the lessons learned on the streets
Claymore. The complete series = Kureimoa
Yoma are monsters driven by a hunger satisfied by only on quarry -- Humanity. The dark breed knows only one foe: Claymore. Human-Yoma hybrids of extraordinary strength and cunning, the Claymores roam from skirmish to skirmish delivering salvation by the edge of a blade
Binge box. From the arcade to the big screen
A Minecraft movie: The adventure comedy follows a group of misfits who are transported from their everyday lives into the imaginative, blocky world of Minecraft. As they navigate this new environment, they must learn to master its challenges and search for a way back home. Combining action, humor, and Minecraft's unique aesthetics, the movie promises an exciting blend of creativity and heartwarming moments, appealing to fans of Minecraft, adventure films, and creative storytelling
Viola
"Cecilia is a young actress who spends her days rehearsing. Viola, meanwhile, spends her time on a bike delivering pirated DVDs throughout the city. The film tells the story of a single day among the youth of Buenos Aires; Cecilia and Viola's stories are brought together by a coup de theatre which transforms their lives" -- Container
The Lord Peter Wimsey mysteries. Set 2
Aristocratic amateur sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey solves society murders
Yoku's island express [Switch]
Play as Yoku and explore Mokumana Island using pinball-style motion
Sesame Street. Friends & fun [PS4]
Join the neighborhood: create your own character and join Elmo, Tango, Abby and their friends on Sesame Street. Explore the street: start at your apartment, stop by Big Bird's cozy nest, play at the Count's Mansion, and unlock more places. Bring everyone together: help the community by going on cooking, photography, and even farming quests solo or in co-op. Discover to grow: Use rewards to decorate your home, unlock new mini-games and access exciting new areas. Travel with Tango: Take care of Tango just like she'll take care of you as she helps you get around
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!
Bendy and the ink machine [XBOX ONE]
"Henry, a lead animator in the 1930s, receives a mysterious invitation from his past employer to return to the cartoon workshop where their most popular and beloved character, Bendy, was created. Journey into the sketchy madness of this twisted cartoon nightmare. Fight the darkness. Escape the Ink Demon. Fear the Machine."--Container
Diablo IV [XBOX ONE]
System requirements: Xbox One or Xbox Series X consoles with optical drive; internet required
LEGO Jurassic world [XBOX 360]
"Play as a dinosaur and wreak havoc on the island. Relive your favorite moments from the films. Customize your very own dinosaur creations."--Container
The show 23 [Switch]
MLB the show 23 gets you closer than ever to living your baseball dreams on the diamond. Shock the game and own the Show with your favorite players, your favorite rivalries, and all your favorite MLB moments
Control [XBOX ONE] ultimate edition
After a secretive agency in New York is invaded by an otherworldly threat, you become the new director struggling to regain control. This supernatural 3rd person action-adventure will challenge you to master the combination of supernatural abilities, modifiable loadouts and reactive environments while fighting through a deep and unpredictable world
Until dawn [PS5]
"Can you survive until dawn? Rebuilt and enhanced for PS5 consoles, enter a gripping slasher horror where every decision can make the different between life and death"--Container insert
Angry Birds trilogy [3DS]
"There are pigs scattered amongst destructible structures. You must slingshot birds into them to destroy all of the pigs. The less birds you use to complete this task, the more points you'll earn"--P. [5] of accompanying booklet
Metal gear solid Delta. Snake eater [PS5]
An intense origin story betrayal and tactical espionage action. Become Naked Snake, a special operations soldier tasked with sneaking into hostile environments, avoiding combat when possible, hiding the evidence when he does engage and infiltrating deep into enemy territory to complete his mission
Pokémon: Let's go Pikachu! [Switch]
"The next step in your Pokémon journey starts here. Take your Pokémon journey to the Kanto region with your partner Pikachu or Eevee to become a top Pokémon Trainer as you battle other trainers. Use a throwing motion to catch Pokémon in the wild with either one Joy-Con controller or Poké Ball Plus accessory (sold separately), which will light up, vibrate, and make sounds to bring your adventure to life. Share your adventure with family or friends in 2-player action on one system using a second Joy-Con or Poké Ball Plus (sold separately). You can even connect to the Pokémon Go app* using a compatible smartphone to bring over Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region!."--provided by Amazon.com
Final Fantasy VII remake intergrade [Switch 2]
"The legend returns for all generations. In Midgar, Cloud, a former SOLDIER turned mercenary, takes on a one-time job with Avalanche. What begins as sabotage soon spirals into a battle for the planet's fate"--
Boot camp academy [Wii]
Enlist in the world's weirdest army in this party game centered around the twisted challenges of being a new recruit. Hit Boot Camp and become part of a funny fighting force as you cover every aspect of family friendly cartoon-style military training. Learn how to spy on enemies, battle invaders from space, and drive tanks. Pick from a bizarre cast of characters and choose from three different game modes. Get the full training in Boot Camp, complete challenges to earn territories in Total War, or Quick Play your favorite mini-game. But if any of you soldiers mess up, you'll be doing push-ups and peeling potatoes!
Street Fighter 6 [Xbox Series X]
Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including Fighting Ground, World Tour and Battle Hub. The experience also includes innovative new gameplay features, plus enhanced visuals for every aspect of the game
The wicked city
When she discovers her husband cheating, Ella Hawthorne impulsively moves out of their SoHo loft and into a small apartment in an old Greenwich Village building. Her surprisingly attractive new neighbor, Hector, warns her to stay out of the basement at night. Tenants have reported strange noises after midnight--laughter, clinking glasses, jazz piano--even though the space has been empty for decades. Back in the Roaring Twenties, the place hid a speakeasy. In 1924, Geneva "Gin" Kelly, a smart-mouthed flapper from the hills of western Maryland, is a regular at this Village hideaway known as the Christopher Club. Caught up in a raid, Gin becomes entangled with Prohibition enforcement agent Oliver Anson, who persuades her to help him catch her stepfather Duke Kelly, one of Appalachia's most notorious bootleggers. Headstrong and independent, Gin is no weak-kneed fool. So how can she be falling in love with the taciturn, straight-arrow Revenue agent when she's got Princeton boy Billy Marshall, the dashing son of society doyenne Theresa Marshall, begging to make an honest woman of her? While anything goes in the Roaring Twenties, Gin's adventures will shake proper Manhattan society to its foundations, exposing secrets that shock even this free-spirited redhead--secrets that will echo from Park Avenue to the hollers of her Southern hometown. As Ella discovers more about the basement speakeasy, she becomes inspired by the spirit of her exuberant predecessor, and decides to live with abandon in the wicked city too.
Sins of the fathers
Former Seattle homicide cop, J.P. Beaumont, is learning to enjoy the new realities of retirement doing morning crossword puzzles by a roaring fireplace; playing frisbee with his new dog; having quiet lunches with his still working wife. But then his past comes calling. When a long-ago acquaintance, Alan Dale, shows up on Beau's doorstep with a newborn infant in hand and asking for help locating his missing daughter, Beau finds himself faced with an investigation that will turn his own life upside down by dragging his none-too-stellar past onto a roller-coaster ride that may well derail his serene present. It turns out that, even in retirement. Murder is still the name of J.P. Beaumont's game
The sea witch three novellas
Stephen Coonts weaves three unforgettable tales of men and women at war, with the sort of dramatic military action and undercover technology for which he is known
The couple next door
Anne and Marco Conti seem to have it all--a loving relationship, a wonderful home, and their beautiful baby, Cora. But one night when they are at a dinner party next door, a terrible crime is committed. Suspicion immediately focuses on the parents. But the truth is a much more complicated story. Inside the curtained house, an unsettling account of what actually happened unfolds. Detective Rasbach knows that the panicked couple is hiding something. Both Anne and Marco soon discover that the other is keeping secrets, secrets they've kept for years. What follows is the nerve-racking unraveling of a family--a chilling tale of deception, duplicity, and unfaithfulness that will keep you breathless until the final shocking twist
The right time
Abandoned by her mother at age seven, Alexandra Winslow took solace in the mystery stories she read with her devoted father--and soon she was writing them herself, slowly graduating to dark, violent, complex crime stories that reflected skill and imagination far beyond her years. After her father's early death, at fourteen Alex is taken in by the nuns of a local convent, where she finds twenty-six mothers to take the place of the one she lost, and the time and encouragement to pursue her gift. As she climbs the ladder of publishing success, however, she does so with her father's admonition firmly in mind: men read crime stories by men, only--and so Alexandra Winslow publishes under the pseudonyn Alexander Green, her true identity known only to a few close associates. Moving from Alex's childhood to her forties, through loss and triumph, the inner workings of the publishing world and Hollywood adaptations--with the truth behind the celebrated Alexander Green concealed at all costs
The 13-minute murder
Professional hitman Michael Ryan's wife was just found murdered in their home. But Ryan knows he was the intended target, a target that lives and breathes revenge
The family next door
Small towns often hold the deepest secrets. Essie thinks she's buried hers, but when a mysterious new neighbor befriends her, Essie starts to think the woman may have ulterior motives
The adventures of Tom Sawyer
The immortalists
It's 1969 in New York City's Lower East Side, and word has spread of the arrival of a mystical woman, a traveling psychic who claims to be able to tell anyone the day they will die. The Gold children -- four adolescents on the cusp of self-awareness -- sneak out to hear their fortunes. Their prophecies inform their next five decades. Golden-boy Simon escapes to the West Coast, searching for love in '80s San Francisco. Dreamy Klara becomes a Las Vegas magician, obsessed with blurring reality and fantasy. Eldest son Daniel seeks security as an army doctor post-9/11, hoping to control fate. Bookish Varya throws herself into longevity research, where she tests the boundary between science and immortality. The Immortalists probes the line between destiny and choice, reality and illusion, this world and the next. It is a deeply moving testament to the power of story, the nature of belief, and the unrelenting pull of familial bonds
Ten big ones
America's favorite bounty hunter, Stephanie Plum, faces a notorious gang in Trenton who wants her dead. Morelli warns that she's in for trouble, and Stephanie doesn't disagree, but the gang won't let her bow out. With Ranger nowhere to be found, Stephanie has to go into hiding. Out of nowhere, she stumbles on to the secret location of Ranger's 'bat cave.'
The Black Wolf
Somewhere out there, in the darkness, a black wolf is feeding. Several weeks ago, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the person behind it. A man they called the Black Wolf. But their relief is short-lived. In a sickening turn of events, Gamache has realized that plot, as horrific as it was, was just the beginning. Perhaps even a deliberate misdirection. One he fell into. Something deeper and darker, more damaging, is planned. Did he in fact arrest the Black Wolf, or are they still out there? Armand is appalled to think his mistake has allowed their conspiracy to grow, to gather supporters. To spread lies, manufacture enemies, and feed hatred and division. Still recovering from wounds received in stopping the first attack, Armand is confined to the village of Three Pines, leading a covert investigation from there. He must be careful not to let the Black Wolf know he has recognized his mistake. In a quiet church basement, he and his senior agents Beauvoir and Lacoste, pore over what little evidence they have. Two notebooks. A few mysterious numbers on a tattered map of Québec. And a phrase repeated by the person they had called the Grey Wolf. A warning... In a dry and parched land where there is no water. Gamache and his small team of supporters realize that for the Black Wolf to have gotten this far, they must have powerful allies, in law enforcement, in industry, in organized crime, in the halls of government. From the apparent peace of his little village, Gamache finds himself playing a lethal game of cat and mouse with an invisible foe who is gathering forces and preparing to strike
Damaged [a Rosato & DiNunzio novel]
Named the guardian ad litem of a middle-school boy with emotional issues on whose behalf she is suing the Philadelphia school district, Mary DiNunzio is confronted by elite lawyer Nick Machiavelli and risks her engagement in her obsessive investment in the case
The panther
Anti-Terrorist Task Force agent John Corey and his wife, FBI agent Kate Mayfield, have been posted overseas to Sana'a, Yemen, one of the most dangerous places in the Middle East. While there, they will be working with a small team to track down one of the masterminds behind the USS 'Cole' bombing-- a high-ranking Al Qaeda operative known as The Panther. Ruthless and elusive, he's wanted for multiple terrorist acts and murders, and the US government is determined to bring him down, no matter the cost. As latecomers to a treacherous game, John and Kate don't know the rules, the players, or the score. What they do know is that there is more to their assignment than meets the eye-- and that the hunters are about to become the hunted
I invented the modern age the rise of Henry Ford
From acclaimed popular historian Richard Snow comes a fresh and entertaining account of Henry Ford and his invention of the Model T, the ugly, cranky, invincible machine that defined twentieth-century America
Nothing to lose
It wasn't the welcome Reacher expected. He was just passing through, minding his own business; but within minutes a deputy is in the hospital and Reacher is back in Hope, investigating Despair, where a huge walled-off industrial site does something nobody is supposed to see, a garrison of well-trained and well-armed military cops waits and watches and where two young men have disappeared and two frightened young women wait and hope for their return
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?
Jojo Siwa my world
Catch all the dancing in this special extended edition. Live from backstage, social media sensation JoJo Siwa recounts all the events in her life that brought her to her biggest moment ever. A huge performance at the Mall of America and officially becoming a Nickelodeon star! Plus, crank up the tunes with the music videos for Kid in a Candy Store; and Hold the Drama!
Mark Twain original family classics Huckleberry Finn ; the Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Huckleberry Finn : The well-known tale of the carefree Huck Finn and his adventures on his raft with the runaway slave, Jim, as they sail down the Mississippi
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!
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
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
Elf
A human baby accidentally ends up at the North Pole and grows up among the elf community. Buddy, as he comes to be known, knows that he's "special." When he's 30, Buddy learns from Santa that he's really a human. He decides to go in search of his father, to find out where he belongs. He walks to Manhattan, and is immediately run over by a cab. At first his father rejects him and Buddy ends up in a department store where other elves are working. But all the while, things are looking bad for Santa Claus. When Santa crashes his sleigh in Central Park, it's Buddy's moment to shine
Chloe's closet. Season 2, volume 1
"Chloe's Closet follows the fun-filled adventures of an adorable, imaginative little girl named Chloe who discovers magical new worlds while playing dress-up."--Container
Scooby-Doo! The mystery begins
Unjustly accused of staging a spooky practical joke complete with ghosts, the kids are suspended from Coolsville High School. To clear their names, they team together to solve the supernatural mystery and head straight into nonstop laughs and adventure. Takes you back to when Daphne, Velma, Fred, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo first met
Migration [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
The Mallard family is in a bit of a rut. While dad Mack is content to keep his family safe paddling around their New England Pond forever, mom Pam is eager to shake things up and show their kids teen son Dax and duckling daughter Gwen the whole wide world. After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, Pam persuades Mack to embark on a family trip, via New York City, to tropical Jamaica
Berenstain Bears. Adventures in Bear Country
The cubs are excited about going on a family trip, until they find out the destination is a tour of Bear Country₂s National Parks! Mama reassures the cubs and reminds them that if they keep an open mind about new experiences, it could lead to a world of adventure. Then, join the Bear family for five other stories as they try to cook a special dinner, build a big red kite, and more!
Peppa pig. The balloon ride
Fun for children with Peppa Pig and her relatives Daddy Pig, Mummy Pig, and little brother George
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
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
Equestria girls [Blu-ray + DVD combo]
"When her crown is stolen from the Crystal Empire, Twilight Sparkle pursues the thief, Sunset Shimmer, into an alternate world where she finds herself turned into-- a teenage girl! To regain her crown and return to Equestria, Twilight must learn how to fit into this strange new world and defeat Sunset Shimmer in a competition to become crowned Princess of the Fall Formal at Canterlot High. Luckily, she'll have the assistance of Spike and five teenage girls who remind her of a certain group of ponies back home"--Container
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!
Game builder garage [Switch]
"Programming made fun with help from the minds at Nintendo. Kids can learn how to make their own games with guided lessons created by Nintendo. From a simple game of tag to a run-and-jump obstacle course, each lesson is broken down into multiple, manageable segments that let kids go at their own pace--and have fun in the process. By playing through interactive lessons, kids will learn the basics of visual game programming. Nodon, colorful creatures with distinct personalities, keep kids engaged through lessons with tips and motivating messages. With a simple press of a button, swap between the programming screen and the game screen--watch how programming changes the game on the fly."--Amazon.com
SpongeBob's surf & skate roadtrip [XBOX 360 KINECT]
SpongeBob's Truth or Square provides the ultimate SpongeBob experience for kids, parents and SpongeBob fans of all ages. The game delivers innovative new gameplay features combined with a story that celebrates 10 incredibly fun and zany years of SpongeBob. Whether you're an avid SpongeBob fan or a first-time gamer, you'll want to join the top adventure this game offers
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 [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!
Backyard sports. Rookie rush [Wii]
Computer football simulation game for kids
Big Brain Academy [Switch] brain vs. brain
Take on a series of brain-bending activities that test your mental mettle in Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain for the Nintendo Switch system! Play a wide variety of activities, like memorizing a series of numbers, identifying an animal as it slowly comes into focus, or helping guide a train to its goal in fun, fast activities. Go brain-to-brain with friends and family in 4-player matches to see who gets the highest score. Everyone can play together at varying difficulties, so a kid can hold their own against an adult in this battle of the brains!
Gigantosaurus [XBOX ONE] the game
In Gigantosaurus: The Game, players can explore and race across the vast, prehistoric world of Gigantosaurus in a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure -- part saving the world, part rally racing -- and all gigantic fun! Kids can play as one of their favorite dino buddies from the show -- Rocky, Tiny, Mazu, and Bill -- as they discover secrets, solve puzzles and save the day. Gigantosaurus is based on Jonny Duddle's bestselling book of the same name. Directed by award-winning director Olivier Lelardoux, the series takes preschoolers on exciting, comedy-filled adventures as they dare to be themselves and explore the world beyond their nests. In every episode, the curious young dinosaurs explore the mystery of "Gigantosaurus" -- the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all. They embark on a quest, facing their individual fears and working together to solve a problem. As the inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill, and courageous Rocky aim to learn more about Gigantosaurus, they discover they each have something to learn from him, too!
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!
New Books for Teens
10 things I hate about prom
There are more than ten things to hate about prom, but the worst thing is when your lovable best friend wants to go with someone else
Wonderland a novel
Anna is a rock star, an immediate indie sensation. But she went down as fast as she went up and walked off the scene for seven years. She sells a piece of her father's art to finance one more album and a comeback tour. Anna is 44, and this may be her last chance for the life she chose, the life she struggled for, the life she's not sure she can sustain. She falls back easily into the ways of the road: sex with strangers, and the search for the perfect moment onstage, when it all comes together
The summer Hikaru died. 7
"Standing before the horrific leg-lined fissure in Ashidori, "Hikaru" prepares to step inside as Yoshiki looks on. Will he return safely, or will their plan to close the hole leave "Hikaru" stranded on the other side? Meanwhile in Udekari, Tanaka and his newly recruited assistant test their own method for sealing away the supernatural. As dangerous as leaving the holes open would be, closing them could prove to be fatal..."--Amazon
A prayer for vengeance
"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"--
Nothing can possibly go wrong
"Charlie is the laid-back captain of the basketball team. Nate is the neurotic, scheming president of the robotics club. Their unlikely friendship nearly bites the dust when Nate declares war on the cheerleaders and they retaliate by making Charlie their figurehead in the ugliest class election campaign the school has ever seen. At stake is funding that will either cover a robotics competition or new cheerleading uniforms-- but not both. Bad sportsmanship? Sure. Chainsaws? Why not. Running away from home on Thanksgiving? Nothing can possibly go wrong" -- back cover
Dance of thieves
A formidable outlaw family that claims to be the first among nations. A son destined to lead, thrust suddenly into power. Three fierce young women of the Rahtan, the queen's premier guard. A legendary street thief leading a mission, determined to prove herself. A dark secret that is a threat to the entire continent. A dark secret that is a threat to the entire continent. When outlaw leader meets reformed thief, a cat-and-mouse game of false moves ensues, bringing them intimately together in a battle that may cost them their lives--and their hearts
Intertwined
"Most sixteen-year-olds have friends. Aden Stone has four human souls living inside him: one can time travel, one can raise the dead, one can tell the future, and one can possess another human, and then he meets a girl who quiets the voices."--Dust jacket
Firekeeper's daughter
"Isabella Star LaBlanc brings an authentic-sounding narration to this powerful audiobook...Dialogue, including words in other languages, is handled with effortless transitions and clear depictions between characters. This audiobook should not be missed." -- AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award winner A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB YA PICK An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller Soon to be adapted at Netflix for TV with President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground. "One of this year's most buzzed about young adult novels." -Good Morning America For fans of Angie Thomas and Tommy Orange, Angeline Boulley's debut novel, Firekeeper's Daughter, is a groundbreaking YA thriller about a Native teen who must root out the corruption in her community. Eighteen-year-old Daunis Fontaine has never quite fit in, both in her hometown and on the nearby Ojibwe reservation. She dreams of a fresh start at college, but when family tragedy strikes, Daunis puts her future on hold to look after her fragile mother. The only bright spot is meeting Jamie, the charming new recruit on her brother Levi's hockey team. Yet even as Daunis falls for Jamie, she senses the dashing hockey star is hiding something. Everything comes to light when Daunis witnesses a shocking murder, thrusting her into an FBI investigation of a lethal new drug. Reluctantly, Daunis agrees to go undercover, drawing on her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe traditional medicine to track down the source. But the search for truth is more complicated than Daunis imagined, exposing secrets and old scars. At the same time, she grows concerned with an investigation that seems more focused on punishing the offenders than protecting the victims. Now, as the deceptions-and deaths-keep growing, Daunis must learn what it means to be a strong Anishinaabe kwe (Ojibwe woman) and how far she'll go for her community, even if it tears apart the only world she's ever known. A 2021 Kids' Indie Next List Selection An Amazon Best Book of the Month for March Selection An Entertainment Weekly Most Anticipated Books of 2021 Selection A PopSugar Best March 2021 YA Book Selection A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt and Company "The text is filled with Ojibwe phrases and traditions that Native American reader LaBlanc (Sisseton-Wahpeton Dakota) handles with ease. Her voice is young and earnest and her fluency adds to the portrayal of Daunis...It's a tale filled with suspense, and LaBlanc's sensitive reading will keep listeners plugged in." -- Booklist, starred review "Expert narration from Isabella Star LeBlanc, a Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota, brings authenticity to Daunis's joy, anger, fear, and grief while providing distinct voices for the supporting cast, including the tribal elders. LeBlanc's captivating voice draws readers in, expressing every mundane, sweet, heartbreaking, and life-threatening moment." -- School Library Journal, starred review
The ancient magus' bride. 12
"Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fated encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again. The man is a 'magus', a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice--and his wife!... Many different students from different backgrounds attend the fantastical institution of higher learning known as 'The College'. They are the nameless, faceless strangers sitting in the next seat, or living in the next dorm room. As Chise begins to come out of her shell and interact with her classmates, she overhears a certain rumor about her roommate, Lucy..."--Provided by publisher
A map to the sun
"A Map to the Sun is a gripping YA graphic novel about five principle players in a struggling girls' basketball team. One summer day, Ren meets Luna at a beachside basketball court and a friendship is born. But when Luna moves to back to Oahu, Ren's messages to her friend go unanswered. Years go by. Then Luna returns, hoping to rekindle their friendship. Ren is hesitant. She's dealing with a lot, including family troubles, dropping grades, and the newly formed women's basketball team at their high school. With Ren's new friends and Luna all on the basketball team, the lines between their lives on and off the court begin to blur. During their first season, this diverse and endearing group of teens are challenged in ways that make them reevaluate just who and how they trust. Sloane Leong's evocative storytelling about the lives of these young women is an ode to the dynamic nature of friendship."--Publisher's description
The goddess inheritance
Kate finds herself faced with the choice of saving her unborn child along with all of humanity but losing Henry and her mother
Twin crowns
"Twin princesses Wren and Rose, separated at birth and raised in two different environments, meet for the first time when they have to fight for the throne while juggling their romantic pursuits."--
Required reading for the disenfranchised freshman
Upon arriving at the prestigious Wooddale University, seventeen-year-old Savannah Howard comes face-to-face with microaggressions and outright racism--but if she stands up for justice, will she endanger her future?
Kill the beast a tale of everyone's favorite guy
The eleventh book in the New York Times best-selling Villains series follows the downfall of Disney's slickest, quickest, and smarmiest villain: Gaston. He knew he was the best. He knew he was everyone's favorite guy. You may think this tale as old as time has been told before. You may know about the Beauty, and the Beast, and the curse they broke together. But some stories have more than one ending. Some stories have more than one villain. Such is the story of Gaston. Growing up, young Gaston and the prince were brothers in all but blood. Their boyhood adventures led them throughout the many rooms of the castle, and into the deep woods beyond. The woods that were home to the legendary Beast of Gévaudan, a terrifying creature whose presence loomed larger than life in their imaginations. Then one fateful night, a violent tragedy changed their lives--and their friendship--forever, setting each of them down a very different path: the first, of greed and entitlement, the second, of determination to right the wrongs of the past. The prince, as we know, paid a price for his wicked ways. And Gaston, fueled by the magic of three meddling witches, grew ever more haunted by a singular mission: to become the hero who killed the Beast
Let's split up
"When the town's "it-couple," Brad and Shelley, are found brutally murdered in a secluded manor, a brave group of teen friends takes on the mystery. Set in 2001 Sanera, California --a small, quiet community where nothing ever happens -- the shocking murders shake everyone, leaving them to believe the ghost of a murdered landowner has finally taken his revenge. Join Cam, Jonesy, Amber, and the new girl Buffy as they dig deeper into the sinister secrets of the mansion. With every clue they uncover, the eerie rumors seem frighteningly real. As they decide whether to stick together or split up to find evidence, they must face the ultimate question: will this decision be their salvation or their doom?"--Amazon
Surviving Adam Meade
At first unhappy about transferring to a new high school senior year, Claire quickly makes friends and, despite her determination to avoid football, captures the attention of the arrogant quarterback
One shot kill
Spring, 1943. The war is turning against Germany, but Hitler isn't giving up. In a secret bunker deep in occupied France, scientists are hard at work on Hitler's latest deadly weapon: code name FZG-76. Back in England Henderson's boys will need to undergo advanced sniper training if they have any chance of infiltrating the bunker. Parachuting into occupied France, they track down a secret dossier filled with invaluable material and uncover the meaning of the enigmatic code
My hero academia. Smash! 1
Shooting for stars
Teenage science-minded Skyler teams up with film club member Cooper to defy her father and video an application to study in space
Asadora! 4
"In 2020, a large creature rampages through Tokyo, destroying everything in its path. In 1959, Asa Asada, a spunky young girl from a huge family in Nagoya, is kidnapped for ransom--and not a soul notices. When a typhoon hits Nagoya, Asa and her kidnapper must work together to survive. But there's more to her kidnapper and this storm than meets the eye. Asa reluctantly agrees to accompany Yone to an audition at an entertainment agency. However, before they can leave, Mr. Jissoji shows up with news--the mysterious creature has been spotted! With Kasuga nowhere to be found, Asa prepares to take flight to identify the creature. But before she can, Nakaido runs in claiming to have found its weakness, earning himself a seat in Asa's plane as they take to the skies."--Provided by publisher
Maison Ikkoku. 9
"A hostess at Godai's work runs off and leaves her two young children in his care. Not sure what to do, he brings them back to Maison Ikkoku, where Kyoko volunteers to help look after them while he tracks down the mother."--Cover flap
Let the wind rise
When Audra is imprisoned by Raiden and the Stormers she is forced to sever the bond between her and Vane, while Vane, frantic that he is losing her, can only turn to former enemies to rescue Audra
Blood water paint
In Renaissance Italy, Artemisia Gentileschi endures the subjugation of women that allows her father to take credit for her extraordinary paintings, rape and the ensuing trial, and torture, buoyed by her deceased mother's stories of strong women of the Bible
Blade of secrets
"In the first book in Tricia Levenseller's exciting new YA fantasy duology, a teenage blacksmith with social anxiety is forced to go on the run to protect the world from the most powerful magical sword she's ever made"--
Brownstone
In the summer of 1995, almost-fifteen-year-old Almudena is sent to live with her estranged Spanish-speaking father, and together they renovate a brownstone and build a relationship while Almudena navigates the Latin American side of her heritage for the first time
Our vicious descent
In 1927, shocking upheavals have rocked Harlem's most powerful factions and left Elise Saint estranged from the reaper she loves, Layla Quinn. The Saint family empire is in decline, gangster-run blood houses peddle debauchery, and a dangerous reaper-venom drug has become all the rage with wealthy thrill-seekers. Elise is desperate to find her beloved little sister, Josi, who has gone missing in the chaos. Meanwhile, Layla contends with shifting alliances in the New York underworld, including Karine, an ancient reaper, and the gangster Nicoletta--both with scores to settle. And then a terrifying new threat emerges: a beast making swift, murderous rampages through the city, keeping to darkness while hunting reapers and humans alike. Layla and Elise are joined in purpose when they suspect the monster's origins are related to a far deeper mystery that involves Josi, Karine, and a disquieting new future for reapers. Soon, they will risk everything to unearth these secrets, where the shadowy boundaries between the dead and the living are even more treacherous than they imagined
Tender beasts
When a gruesome murder rocks Sunny's private school, with her own brother as the main suspect, she takes it upon herself to discover the real killer--and uncovers a slew of dark family secrets in the process
Strike
New York Times bestselling author D.J. MacHale is back with the third audiobook in the SYLO Chronicles.Once again, Tucker Pierce and friends must fight for their lives against the better-equipped SYLO. All bets are off in Strike with twists so big listeners will never see them coming while the action and pulse-pounding suspense remain as high as ever. Fans will be sure to devour this incredibly satisfying conclusion. Praise for the SYLO Chronicles: "A relentlessly fast-paced, intriguing, expertly-written tale that leaves you breathless and satisfied, yet wanting more. Highly recommended." James Dashner, New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series "Absolutely un-put-downable, more exciting than an Xbox and roller coaster combined." Kirkus, starred review "If you're a fan of The Maze Runner and Alex Rider, you might want to pick up SYLO. . . .A fast-paced read and a huge cliffhanger." EW.com "With this extremely high-octane story that's the equivalent to a summer movie blockbuster, MacHale kicks off an apocalyptic trilogy sure to leave readers demanding the next installment." Booklist "This action-filled, end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it adventure. . .should leave teen readers clamoring for the next installment." VOYA "An entertaining and creepy tale." Publishers Weekly "MacHale pens some terrific and unique action scenes. . . will leave readers hungry for the next installment." School Library Journal
Lies on the serpent's tongue
Everybody lies. And in knowing their lies, I become the keeper of their secrets. As Caball Hollow slowly recovers from a tumultuous summer, the James family must also come to terms with their own newly revealed secrets. 18-year-old Rowan James has spent her whole life harboring unpleasant truths--that's what happens when you can smell lies on the teller's breath--and building walls around herself to block them out. Like her younger sister, Linden, who can taste the feelings of others, Rowan has long struggled with her gift, which has taught her that everyone distorts the truth, and no one is who they seem to be. So when her old rival Hadrian Fitch shows up on her front porch--bloodied and bruised and asking for the kind of help only she can provide--her first instinct is distrust. Except Hadrian's attack isn't the only strange occurrence. Now small items are disappearing, but rather than report the losses the owners act as if their missing things never existed. Rumors of a new monster prowling the Hollow begin to swirl. But how can Rowan smoke out the culprit in a town full of secrets? And worse, how can Rowan trust beautiful, solemn Hadrian when every other word he speaks has the distinct burnt smell of a lie?
Song of silver, flame like night
Lan's last remnant of her mother--and the fallen Hin dynasty of her ancestors--is a symbol seared onto her wrist, which, if the mysterious boy she encounters is to be trusted, may be the key to freeing her people by mastering the ancient, forgotten art of practitioning
Witch hat atelier. 8
"After αnding success together in their second trials, Coco and her friends return to the warmth of the atelier. Before long, they are approached by Tartah from Kalhn, and he needs their help setting up shop at the thrilling witches' festival, Silver Eve! But to design a contraption to sell there, the young students must consider the power of magic--at once delightful, beneαcial, and potentially harmful. As Coco makes prep arations alongside Tartah, she's reunited with Custas, a boy who was saved by Coco once before, but is convinced that luck will never shine on him again"--Back cover
Demon slayer. 23, Life shining across the years
"In an epic confrontation, Tanjiro and his fellow Demon Slayers have fought on through the night, suffering terrible losses against the King of Demons, Muzan Kibutsuji. Dawn is breaking soon, and if they can keep Muzan at bay just a little longer, it will be the end of the centuries-long struggle. But Muzan, who will stop at nothing to destroy the Demon Slayers, unleashes his most terrible powers. If he can't defeat the Demon Slayers, he may be able to cause them to destroy themselves from within. All fates and destinies will be decided as the sun begins to rise ..."--
The girl from the other side Siúil, a Rún. 6
Pursued by soldiers, Teacher and Shiva left their home and searched for a new one in a distant hamlet. They thought to hide away there, but fate was not so kind to them. The cursed soldiers... The Insiders' plans... Even Teacher himself. The mysteries surrounding them slowly begin coming to light
Our dreams at dusk. 2
Tasuku is starting to feel at home at the drop-in center--just in time for him to help a younger student who also hangs out there. Misora Shuji likes to wear girls' clothing but is unsure about their gender identity. Will Tasuku's guidance offer Shuji some clarity or just make things harder?
Black butler. 22
"Escaping the wolves in sheep's clothing of Wolfsschlucht, Earl Ciel Phantomhive, unstoppable butler Sebastian, and the rest of the Phantomhive household abscond with the Emerald Witch. They take refuge in the hideaway of an old family friend--Diedrich, the late Vincent Phantomhive's schoolmate and confidant. But as preparations are made for the passage home to England, word of the Undertaker and his odd behaviour hangs over the proceedings. What little memory could have tripped up the ever-jovial reaper, causing his chartreuse eyes to well with tears...?"--pg.4 of cover
Blue exorcist. 2
Naruto. 43, The man with the truth
The time has come for the secrets of the Uchiha to be told. What Sasuke finally finds out about his family's damaged past will rock Naruto's former teammate to the core of his existence
My special one. 6
"After a mortifying rejection, Sahoko Wakaume has sworn off beautiful boys. But a chance meeting puts her in the sights of gorgeous J-pop star Kouta Kirigaya of the group Like Legend. Sahoko will need all her cynicism to defend herself against Kouta's tenderhearted and affectionate attacks to win her heart! Actress Emika Nanase is in love with idol Kanato, but she's stuck in the friend zone! When the perfect opportunity comes along -- a chance to costar with Kanato in a TV drama -- she does her best to bring the two of them closer together. But being a top-notch actress doesn't help her avoid being a total mess when she's around her crush!
Visitations
"Corey's mom has always made him feel safe. Especially after his parents' divorce, and the dreaded visitations with his dad begin. But as Corey grows older, he can't ignore his mother's increasingly wild accusations. Her insistence that Corey act as his sister's protector. Her declaration that Corey's father is the devil. Soon, she whisks Corey and his sister away from their home and into the boiling Nevada desert. There, they struggle to survive with little food and the police on their trail. Meanwhile, under the night sky, Corey is visited by a flickering ghost, a girl who urges him to fight for a different world--one outside of his mother's spoon-fed tales, one Corey must find before it's too late. "--Back cover
Ouran High School host club. 15
Fairy tail. 8, Ultimate duel
"Gajeel is a dragon slayer who can shoot huge iron pillars from his body with crushing precision, while dragon slayer Natsu fights with devastating flame attacks. Their fierce battle began when Gajeel's wizard guild, Phantom Lord, assaulted rival guild Fairy Tail -- but can either headquarters withstand two such destructive forces?"--P. [4] of cover
Love me, love me not. 8
"Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Yuna and Rio have started dating, and Akari and Kazuomi are growing closer. But now that Akari's ex-boyfriend wants her back, will Kazuomi find the right time to tell Akari how he feels?"--Page 4 of cover
My special one. 9
"Kanato and Emika are now a couple! But Emika's overflowing feelings for Kanato send her on all kinds of crazy tangents! Even so, the two still manage to have their first romantic night together..."--
To your eternity. 20
Komi can't communicate. 4
"Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi's greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve! Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends... School is out for the summer, and Komi is still getting used to this strange new world of having friends. She's discovering that friendship doesn't automatically save you from awkward situations with people, but the more time she spends with her friends, the easier it all seems. And to her astonishment, for the first time in her life Komi isn't anxious for summer to end."--Provided by publisher
New Books for Kids
Jessie's island
With a long list of activities and events to attend, cousin Thomas paints a picture of city life that makes Jessie's world seem a little dull in comparison. When her mother suggests they invite Thomas to visit their island, Jessie wonders glumly what she could possibly write in her letter that would sound as exciting as zoos, planetariums or video arcades. But as Jessie looks out over her island home, she sees a world of endless variety, from killer whales in the strait and bald eagles soaring overhead to anemones in tide pools and tiny hermit crabs on the shore. She thinks of countless days spent exploring, fishing, swimming and canoeing
The mystery of the circus for hire
The Assignment: The Circus for Hire is a whirlwind of an adventure where the Crypto-Capers travel to Russia to save Max and Mia's parents, Mitchem and Martha Holmes, from going to prison for a crime they didn't commit. Finding themselves caught up in a scandal that is beyond their control, they use their skills and talents to try to outsmart the most notorious criminal of all time, but can they do that without sacrificing one of their own? Lies become intermixed with truth, yet, with the help of a new ally, the Crypto-Capers find themselves ahead of the game, but will they find the ending they're looking for? Puzzles of varying degree of difficulty challenge the reader in this award-winning interactive mystery series
Sjáðu sæta naflann minn
Sjáðu sæta naflann minn fjallar um angist unglinga og tilfinningalífið sem fylgir jafnan kynþroskanum. Við fylgjumst með hinum 15 ára gamla Klás, sem er á leið í skólaferðalag á eyðibýli í Svíþjóð. Lena, sem hann hefur verið nokkuð hrifinn af, er líka að fara með. Þau njóta dvalarinnar í ferðalaginu á allt annan hátt en allir aðrir. Saman upplifa þau fyrstu ástina og allar þær stóru tilfinningar sem fylgja með.Sjáðu sæta naflann minn er fyrsta bókin af þremur um Klás og Lenu. Bókin hefur náð gríðarlegum vinsældum í Danmörku og gerð varð kvikmynd eftir henni
Hamstersaurus Rex Gets Crushed
This hilarious classroom comedy series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Stick Dog! Mysterious hauntings are causing major trouble at Horace Hotwater Middle School. Sam Gibbs and his super-strong tiny buddy, Hammie Rex, keep encountering creepy abnormal objects, including a floating sports jersey and a runaway go-kart. While Sam doesn't believe in ghosts, he has to admit the hauntings are getting weirder...and more dangerous. Could bizarre mutant animals be the cause? At Horace Hotwater, they often are! Beware of furry ducks, slippery baked potato toppings, masked ninjas, and more in this laugh-out-loud mystery starring the world's coolest class pet
The cazuela that the farm maiden stirred
When a farm maiden decides to get out her cazuela and cook arroz con leche, the farm animals join in to help in this playful cumulative tale that introduces Spanish words throughout. Inspired by the nursery rhyme "The House That Jack Built", this bilingual readalong will have kids merrily chanting along in English and Spanish as the animals all work together to create a delicious dish for the fiesta
Becky finds her way
I'm Becky, I'm about to start 7th grade, and guess what? I'm not even nervous! I can hardly believe it. If you'd have asked me three months ago, in May, how I was, I would have said "awful! My best friend Sarah is cuter than me, plus I have freckles that I hate, my grades are terrible, Daddy lost his job, and Mom and Dad are always arguing and blaming each other for everything." Could anything be worse? You bet. I'll lay it out for you. Daddy moved out. He was drinking every day and gambling on sports. Mom told me he bets money he can't afford to lose. I was sure it was all my fault. I was getting terrible stomach aches and headaches; I figured if I could just get better grades, Mom and Dad would be happier and maybe everything would get better. To top it all off, my parents came up with the brilliant idea of sending me to Australia for the summer to stay with relatives I hardly even knew. No way! Its 1972 -- what parents would send their child half-way around the world, to the middle of nowhere? Well, I was in for some big surprises. By the end of the summer I'd found out my relatives had some of the same problems as my own family -- and I learned there are healthy, useful ways I can deal with it all. I learn it isn't my fault. And I come to have hope, one day at a time. And that boring island country they shipped me to? I had a blast! We spent weeks snorkeling off a deserted island, and played tag with fish of every color in the rainbow. I found deadly cone shells, camped with tons of other travelers waiting for flooded bridges to reopen, saw huge sea turtles lay eggs, caught the biggest grouper fish with only a hand-line, netted yabby's, survived a scary speedboat ride in the middle of an ocean storm -- and that's just the beginning. Join my adventure. You too might find joy and magic mixed with hope, and the understanding that one day at a time each of us can find peace. P.S. I've ended up loving my freckles!
Blind date
The girls of the Dating Games club are at it again, setting each other up on five blind dates for the upcoming masquerade ball. Trouble is, some of the girls are wondering if the others can be trusted to deliver on their promises. In fact, there's a very real danger that this dating treat could turn out to be nothing but a nasty trick. Teens will be delighted to spend more time with Cassidy, Devon, Abby, Brynn, and Emma as they navigate the thrilling and awkward world of dating. As always, Melody Carlson subtly delivers great advice wrapped up tight in a package of fun and friendship
Lizzie flying solo
A lyrical, poignant middle grade novel about embracing change, accepting help from others, and finding a place to call home. Perfect for fans of Raymie Nightingale.Lizzie St. Claire wants to be invisible. Forced to move out of her home, she and her mom now live in a transitional housing shelter, Good Hope, until they can get back on their feet.Lizzie just wants to keep her head down at Good Hope and her new school, so she doesn't have to admit the real reason she and her mom lost everything.But when Lizzie finds herself at the nearby Birchwood Stables, some new friends-along with the arrival of a frightened pony named Fire-help Lizzie to open up and accept help from those around her, even if it means she'll have more to lose if things change again
Midsummer's mayhem
Can Mimi undo the mayhem caused by her baking in this contemporary fantasy retelling of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream? Eleven-year-old Mimi Mackson comes from a big Indian American family: Dad's a renowned food writer, Mom's a successful businesswoman, and her three older siblings all have their own respective accomplishments. It's easy to feel invisible in such an impressive family, but Mimi's dream of proving she's not the least talented member of her family seems possible when she discovers a contest at the new bakery in town. Plus, it'll start her on the path to becoming a celebrity chef like her culinary idol, Puffy Fay. But when Mimi's dad returns from a business trip, he's mysteriously lost his highly honed sense of taste. Without his help, Mimi will never be able to bake something impressive enough to propel her to gastronomic fame. Drawn into the woods behind her house by a strangely familiar song, Mimi meets Vik, a boy who brings her to parts of the forest she's never seen. Who knew there were banyan trees and wild boars in Massachusetts? Together they discover exotic ingredients and bake them into delectable and enchanting treats. But as her dad acts stranger every day, and her siblings' romantic entanglements cause trouble in their town, Mimi begins to wonder whether the ingredients she and Vik found are somehow the cause of it all. She needs to use her skills, deductive and epicurean, to uncover what's happened. In the process, she learns that in life, as in baking, not everything is sweet ..
Sally and the magical sneeze
Sally is home sick, feeling sad and lonely, but one magical sneeze changes everything. Suddenly, a rainbow horse spews from her lips! With each sneeze, a new magical creature appears, from a cow wearing Christmas lights to a bear on a bike. Swept up in this magical moment, Sally doesn't feel so sick anymore. This comical story is sure to cheer up kids who are feeling sick or lonely, and sends a strong message of the power of imagination. Wacky illustrations bring this unforgettable story of magical sneezes and imagination to life
Everybody brings noodles
Carrie has worked hard to organize her neighborhood's 4th of July block party. Excitement hangs in the air as she makes sure that every last detail-from the food to the talent show--is ready. Carrie discovers that each family has prepared a special noodle dish. Her neighbors come from many different places and their dishes range from kugel to zaru soba. Accompanied by easy-to-make recipes, this tale is sure to please the young readers who loved Everybody Cooks Rice, Everybody Bakes Bread, and Everybody Serves Soup, as well as those who are new to Carrie's multicultural neighborhood
Trouble at Fishers Wharf : Fishers Wharf
BRAND NEW from Tracy BainesThe winds of war bring uncertainty but also opportunity… With the outbreak of War, the fishing fleet is confined to port, bringing hardship to the families and businesses of Fishers Wharf. Ruth Evans awaits the safe return of her father's last trawler carrying her wayward brother Henry, the future of the family business. But unbeknown to their father, Henry sees war as a chance to break free from the constraints of his privileged background and follow his heart. Much is expected of Ruth. Her marriage to Arthur Marshall will help realise her father's dream uniting two of the largest trawler companies in Grimsby. But will Ruth choose the path of duty or destiny? Ruth's friendship with hardworking Letty Hardy sustains her. Separated by class, they are united through their work for the Fishermen's Mission as Letty battles to keep her business and family afloat while husband Alec serves on the minesweepers. Can they navigate the treacherous waters ahead - or will they be caught by hidden dangers? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite' Rosie Clarke 'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime musical theatre. I highly recommend this book' Fenella Miller 'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it' Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Annie Clark 'I just loved this book! Molly Walton 'The Variety Girls is terrific - beautifully written and with an unusual background. The stage costumes twinkle with sequins and the book twinkles with tiny details of theatre life that add depth and atmosphere to this well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Milly Adams 'An evocative, busy, entertaining read, which has well balanced touches of humour, vying with angst, and of course, more than a dollop of tension' Margaret Graham, Frost Magazine 'Characterisation is one of the book's strong points - the individual characters stay in your mind long after you finish the story' Barbara Dynes, The Voice
Anne of Green Gables
The illustrations for this series were created by Scott McKowen, who, with his wife Christina Poddubiuk, operates Punch & Judy Inc., a company specializing in design and illustration for theater and performing arts. Their projects often involve research into the visual aspects of historical settings and characters. Christina is a theater set and costume designer and contributed advice on the period clothing for the illustrations. Scott created these drawings in scratchboard an engraving medium which evokes the look of popular art from the period of these stories. Scratchboard is an illustration board with a specifically prepared surface of hard white chalk. A thin layer of black ink is rolled over the surface, and lines are drawn by hand with a sharp knife by scraping through the ink layer to expose the white surface underneath. The finished drawings are then scanned and the color is added digitally. One thing's for certain, no house that Anne's in will ever be dull." That's what Marilla Cuthbert says about Anne, the lively red-headed orphan she and her brother Matthew adopt. For decades, girls have agreed, eagerly reading every book in Lucy Maud Montgomery's series that chronicles Anne's coming of age
This is Spider-man
Read along with Marvel! Meet Peter Parker, a science-loving high school student. But that's not all he is... Peter is secretly the web-slinging, crime-fighting Spider-Man. Follow along with the word-for-word narration to find out how he does it!
Falling for Henry
Kate Allen, a fifteen-year-old girl, travels back in time to the Tudor court of Henry VII. While there, she is mistaken for an absent Katherine of Aragon, and subsequently takes the place of the young woman positioned to become the first wife of the future king Henry VIII. In her present time, Kate has been dealing with drastic changes in her life; hence the journey into the past is a welcome relief. But gradually, she recognizes her own ability to adapt and learns to stop running from the things she fears, and embrace life, a decision that will make a difference to her in times to come
Teamwork trouble
Ryan wants to form a curling team at school with A.J. and Andrea, but soon trouble amongst his teammates threatens to end their season early
Detective Beans & the case of the missing hat
Meet Detective Beans (just Beans for short), a young cat sleuth dedicated to doing whatever it takes to solve the case. After a night of mystery movies with his best friend, Biscuit, Detective Beans wakes up to find his detective hat is missing. There's only one thing to do: hit the streets of Cat Town and find that missing hat! Cat Town is full of suspects, from the neighborhood bird to a magician in the park, and each twist and turn in this journey leads to an interesting new encounter -- and to solving a much bigger case than Beans could have imagined
Hotlanta : Hotlanta
Designer clothes. Gorgeous boys. Family secrets. Major drama. Welcome to Atlanta and the lives of the Duke twins, Sydney and Lauren. They don't call it Hotlanta for nothing!The Duke twins, Sydney and Lauren, live the life: They attend the fanciest school in Atlanta, they live in Buckhead, the most exclusive neighborhood, and they only date the hottest guys. And their secrets? Are the darkest of all. When their estranged father is released from prison and a murder is committed, their lives are plunged into a whirlwind of tabloid scrutiny, vicious gossip, and shocking revelation. Lauren, always such a party girl, and Sydney, bent on perfection by way of the Ivy League, can't trust anyone. Not their mother, not their rich stepfather. Maybe not even each other. Mitzi Miller is a freelance journalist and screenwriter and a former associate at Jane magazine. She's written for Elle (U.K.), Essence, Vibe and Honey magazines and is the coauthor of The Vow and The Angry Black Woman's Guide to Life. She resides in New York City. Denene Millner is a columnist for Parenting magazine and has worked as an entertainment journalist for Honey and The Daily News. Her books include The Sistahs' Rules, the adaptation of Dreamgirls, and she coauthored The Vow with Mitzi Miller and Angela Burt-Murray. Denene lives in Atlanta with her husband and two daughters
Making art
A celebration of the many ways we make art, spanning mediums, geography, and resources from author-artist Diana Ejaita. Art is for everyone! From found objects to sidewalk chalk, from homemade instruments to breakdancing, from building with blocks to molding clay, art is natural and healing. Readers will be encouraged by the invitation to create anything, anywhere, with any materials
Canciones de monstruos
When he hears a monster singing songs under his bed, Jake gets his big brother Hal to help him get rid of it. They can't scare it away. And they can't suck it out with the vacuum cleaner. Is there any way to get rid of this monster?
Invisible boys
A Children's Book Council of Australia Notable Book Winner - Western Australian Premier's Book Award Winner - Kathleen Mitchell Award Winner - City of Fremantle T.A.G. Hungerford Award Winner - Ray Koppe Residency Award Shortlisted - Victorian Premier's Literary AwardShortlisted - Readings Young Adult Book Prize Longlisted - Indie Book of the Year AwardIn a small town, everyone thinks they know you: Charlie is a hardcore rocker, who's not as tough as he looks. Hammer is a footy jock with big AFL dreams, and an even bigger ego. Zeke is a shy over-achiever, never macho enough for his family. But all three boys hide who they really are. When the truth is revealed, will it set them free or blow them apart?'This manuscript has tremendous energy and authenticity, as it explores what it is like to grow up gay in an insular regional community. Invisible Boys is a valuable contribution to the growing voices of younger LGBTIQA+ people.' City of Fremantle T.A.G. Hungerford Award judges' report 'This is a confronting and challenging story which describes the pain of growing up gay in a small, conservative small-town community … Sheppard has given us a brave book which deserves attention.' Good Reading magazine'The characters leap off the page, warts and all, and Sheppard writes with complexity and realism about sexual discovery, family and social rejection, coming of age (and coming out).' The Saturday Age 'Sheppard pulls no punches in this story, challenging expectations and taking the reader on a dark journey through each boy's life, with only a sliver of light at the end providing hope for a brighter future. This book feels somewhat unmoored from time, with a raw edginess … which brings to mind books like Puberty Blues and the work of Tim Winton.' Junior Books + Publishing'Invisible Boys is full of genuine, authentic voices … This is an important book for all young people, as it shows one size does not fit all. There is no right way to be gay, or to be anything else, for that matter.' Magpies'The book is immediately engaging and engrossing, exploring the lives of three diverse male teenagers dealing with their homosexuality … [Invisible Boys] is distinctively Western Australian with a well-constructed and truly surprising climax. Sheppard will win himself a vast number of fans with this impressive debut.' DNA magazine'… this debut novel is one of those books that only comes around once in a generation … to think that a whole new generation of young queer readers will have the opportunity to see themselves in this book: that's a powerful thought.' Out in Perth'Invisible Boys is a highly character-driven story, so it's only natural that the characters in the novel are well crafted … As the synopsis likely suggests, the novel has a direct, central theme about the struggles of homosexuality in intolerant circumstances. It's not pleasant to read about, but it's an important perspective on privilege.' ReadPlus '… throughout, Sheppard writes with unflinching honesty and an eye for authentic detail. It all makes for an impressive debut that's thoroughly deserving of the accolades it has received.' The Weekend West'… written with authenticity and sincerity, unflinching and unabashed Australian young adult literature at its finest. Simply brilliant.' Diva Booknerd'This is a tight and well-written novel full of emotion and energy … this book should be stocked in multiples in both adult and YA sections.' Reading Time'Invisible Boys is a fresh perspective on Australian teen life that still has an age-less quality about the story.' Underground Writers'Arriving two years after the referendum for marriage equality, Invisible Boys is a timely novel. Sheppard expands our understanding of homosexuality from the point of view of adults to consider what it means to be a young guy who realises he is gay.' Westerly'Nobody is perfect, nobody is off the hook and nob
The President's Lady : A Novel about Rachel and Andrew Jackson
In this acclaimed biographical novel, Irving Stone brings to life the tender and poignant love story of Rachel and Andrew Jackson. "Beyond any doubt one of the great romances of all time." -- The Saturday Review of Literature
The Prince Problem
Telmund is a prince who loves fables. But when a hasty witch mistakes him for bully in need of paranormal punishment, he's cursed to transform into a new animal every time he falls asleep. With his shape constantly changing, Telmund discovers that actually living in a fairy tale has its drawbacks. Amelia is a practical princess with a wide range of skills, none of which are helpful for escaping the ball her parents have thrown to select her future husband. But then the unthinkable happens: Amelia is kidnapped by the dangerous Prince Sheridan, setting off a plot that will throw the realm into chaos. As their stories become intertwined, the dreamer prince and no-nonsense princess must work together to rescue each other. Otherwise there will be no happy endings for either of their kingdoms. From Vivian Vande Velde-master of the magical romp-comes an enchanted tale of princes, fairies, and the transformative power of stories
The menace at the mall
Heading to Seoul, South Korea, to investigate an alien threat, Agent Stitch and friends find allies in one of Seoul's top K-Pop girl groups, and he must somehow combine his spy skills with his love of music to stop the aliens before it's too late
Listening to the Quiet
What does nothing sound like? Jacki's mama has a rare condition. She is slowly losing her hearing. Together, they are learning Sign Language so that they'll always be able to tell each other everything. But as Mama's world becomes quieter, Jacki's remains full of sound, especially on Music Appreciation Fridays. How can Jacki enjoy listening to music when her mama can no longer hear it? A heartfelt story, inspired by the author's childhood, about a young girl coming to terms with her mother's hearing loss and finding new ways to experience the world, together
The Area 51 files
"When Sky Patel-Baum is sent to live with her mysterious uncle, she never imagines she'll end up i nArea 51, a top-secret military base with a bajillion rules. Sky feels like she's landed in a whole new world, even though she hasn't left the planet. Because gues what? Area 51 is full of aliens. Lots and lots of aliens. But somthing even stranger is happeing in Area 51: aliens are going missing. Where could they be? How come everyone thinks sky and her uncle are involved in their disappearance? And why are there eyeballs in the macaroni and cheese at Area 51 Middle School? Sky must team up with her pizza-obsessed pet hedgehog, Spike, her otherworldly next-door neighbor, Elvis, and his fluffy pup, Picles, so solve the case!"--Back cover
Little Women : Little Women
Adored across the world by girls and women of all ages, never once having gone out of print, Little Women is as fresh today as it was when it was first published to instant enormous success. Meet Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy: four sisters growing up in America just after the Civil War. Each has their own dreams, each has their own destiny. Hugely charming and big-hearted, it is read by the inimitable, Academy-award winning Glenda Jackson
The last time we were us
A passionate summer love story about a girl, her childhood best friend, and the small town lies that have kept them apart. Leah Konen's The Last Time We Were Us is perfect for fans of Jenny Han, Sara Zarr, and Gayle Forman. Liz Grant is about to have the summer of her life. She and her friend MacKenzie are finally getting invited to all the best parties, and, with any luck, Innis Taylor, the most gorgeous guy in Bonneville, will be her boyfriend before the Fourth of July. Then Jason Sullivan comes back to town. A million years ago, he was her best friend, but that was before he ditched her for a different crowd . . . and before he attacked Innis's older brother and got sent away to juvie. All of Bonneville still thinks he's dangerous, but Liz finds it hard to believe what people say about her childhood friend. If word gets out she's seeing him, she could lose everything. But what if there's more to that horrible night than she knows? And how many more people will get hurt when the truth finally comes out? Liz will have to decide if she can trust herself-and her heart-before it's too late
Two degrees
"Fire. Ice. Flood. Three climate disasters. Four kids fighting for their lives. Akira is riding her horse in the California woods when a wildfire sparks--and grows scarily fast. How can she make it to safety when there are flames everywhere? Owen and his best friend, George, are used to seeing polar bears on the snowy Canadian tundra. But when one bear gets way too close for comfort, do the boys have any chance of surviving? Natalie hunkers down at home as a massive hurricane barrels toward Miami. When the floodwaters crash into her house, Natalie is dragged out into the storm--with nowhere to hide. Akira, Owen, George, and Natalie are all swept up in the devastating effects of climate change. They are also connected in ways that will shock them--and could alter their destinies forever. Bestselling author Alan Gratz is at the top of his game, shining a light on our increasingly urgent climate crisis while spinning an action-packed story that will keep readers hooked--and inspire them to take action"--
The unbeatable Squirrel Girl: squirrel meets world
A 336 page middle grade novel focusing on Marvel's Squirrel Girl
The Trojan War : a graphic retelling
Long ago, soldiers from Greece and Troy battled in a deadly war that began over a woman's love and ended with the infamous Trojan Horse. Discover how warriors such as Achilles and Hector became legends in the Trojan War. Follow the exciting events as the Greeks and Trojans clash in graphic novel format
Wonderland
Experience Alice's fantastic world as they've never seen it before. Writer Tommy Kovac's Wonderland is missing Alice herself, but it's still populated by the other characters that make the world such a curiously exciting place. The Queen of Hearts is present, barking orders to lop off people's heads, as is the Cheshire Cat, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter and the rest of Wonderland's beloved cast. And there are some new faces, too, including the book's main protagonist, the mysterious Maryann herself
Melowy. 4, Frozen in time
The magical school of Destiny, high among the four mystical realms is frozen in time! It is up to Destiny's brightest pupils, Cleo, Electra, Maya, Cora, and Selena to band together and mend time itself! But, when Cora recalls an old tale from her Winter Realm about a relic that can control time, the five Melowies must battle the bitter cold, race against time, and find this fabled relic to unfreeze the whole school...before it's too late
The rising tide
"Alef has planted his flag on the Infinite Land and built an enormous citadel along the coastline--but it's not enough. He is preparing to venture inland and wage war against the Continent's native population. Hunder, now Chief in name only, doesn't have the courage to stop him. Suddenly, Wick returns from the sea with an urgent message: Sola, the cursed girl who was lost at sea, may still be alive! Hunder and Wick set sail on the Star once more in hopes of finding their old friend--and with her, the Continent's last chance for peace"--
Ursul pacalit de vulpe
Ursul păcălit de vulpe Albumul conține basmul Ursul pacalit de vulpe, de Ion Creanga, în lectura lui MyBuni. Editor: Mybuni. Editata în anul 2023 . Cuprins: Ursul păcăli de
Hot iron : the adventures of a Civil War powder boy
Hoping to eventually find his brother, twelve-year old Charlie O'Leary joins the crew of the USS Varuna, as the ship steams its way toward the mouth of the Mississippi River to fight the Confederate Navy
Monsters at work. Meet Mift
"It's Tylor's first official day as a member of MIFT, and the team's wacky traditions already have him longing to leave. But when a problem arises, Tylor sees how important MIFT and all its members are to Monsters, Inc. Kids ages 8 to 12 will love this graphic novel-style retelling of the episode "Meet MIFT", complete with full-color images and dialogue!"--
Unicorn vs. goblins: another Phoebe and her unicorn adventure
School's out! That means no more teachers, no more books, and lots of time to compliment Marigold Heavenly Nostrils on her good looks. In this third volume, Phoebe and her obligational best friend, Marigold, learn that summer still has plenty of surprises for the both of them. All of our old friends are back-Phoebe's part-time frenemy" Dakota, upon whom Marigold has bestowed sentient hair, Phoebe's goofy parents, and even Lord Splendid Humility (but please, ignore his magnificence if you can)! Have fun as Phoebe and Marigold continue the Phoebegold Detective Agency," spend a week at Wolfgang Music Camp, and find themselves in more misadventures, thanks to Marigold's enchanted sparkles! Along the way, Phoebe makes some new friends, such as Sue-her unique clarinet-playing bunkmate, Florence Unfortunate Nostrils, Marigold's estranged sister, and Camp Wolfgang's lake monster who enjoys tacos and Wi-Fi. When school resumes, read along as Phoebe enjoys (or suffers from) a brief case of popularity, mentally catalogs her grievances against dodge ball, and, with Marigold's help, rescues Dakota and her hair from the queen of the goblins. Through these wacky adventures, Phoebe and Marigold learn that their friendship is the second most magical thing of all, after Marigold's beauty, of course. Includes an introduction by Cory Doctorow and his daughter Poesy!
Moose's bad hair day!
While giving Moose a haircut, Duck accidentally knocks off one of Moose's antlers and attempts to hide his mistake
Tate Tuber. Space spud
"Tate Tuber is a potato who wants to be an astronaut, but when he gets his chance to go on a mission, it is not what he expected"-- Provided by publisher
Oddity woods. 1
"Kid detective Marietta tries to solve the sudden disappearance of her father in a dark woodland realm inhabited by ghosts and monsters."--Provided by publisher
Pacheco and the witch of the mountain a graphic novel
"Welcome to the island of Asunción, home to the most powerful witches--and Pacheco, who dreams of being like them. There's just one problem: commoners, and especially boys, aren't allowed to learn magic. However, once his family's business begins to suffer, Pacheco is certain that magic is the solution. He meets Doris, the so-called fearsome witch of the mountain, and becomes her apprentice. Pacheco soon finds himself caught up in the rules of an old-fashioned witch society and surrounded by magical creatures in need of protection. Pacheco will have to dig deep to muster the courage--and magic--needed to defend what he believes in"--Back cover
Pokémon adventures. 13, Gold & silver
The Pokémon Gym Leader Exhibition matches have begun. Meanwhile, the Masked Man is plotting to invade the stadium with Team Rocket. The powers of good and evil are about to clash. Will the Trainers be able to join forces, or will Team Rocket finally have their victory?
Glam Prix racers
Mio the mermaid, her monster truck Mudwick, and their team from Glittergear Island compete for the magical Glam Prix Cup against the Cyclops Camper Crew and the Vroombots, who have diabolical plans
Cuphead. Volume 2, Cartoon chronicles and calamities
Our plucky heroes return in this brand-new collection of adventures starring Cuphead, Mugman, and now Ms. Chalice! The trio can't seem to catch a break as they find themselves in a plethora of peculiar positions and side stories in the all-cartoon magical wonderworld of the Inkwell Isles! This original graphic novel features fresh new tales, all authentically drawn to match the glorious, award-winning vintage animation style of Cuphead! Don't pass up this chance to see Cuphead, Mugman, and Ms. Chalice in their second collection of adventures wonderfully realized by the returning team of writer Zack Keller and artist Shawn Dickinson!
American Mystery (Don't Doubt the Rainbow 3)
It is the school summer holiday, three months after Edie Marble faced off with the eco-terrorists. Grandpa David is unwell and has asked his son, Edie's dad, to bring the family to Canada to see him - possibly for the last time - although he doesn't mention that he's already secretly reached out to Edie. In Toronto, Edie uncovers a dark secret from her family's past that has been buried and seemingly forgotten about, but when Grandpa David starts receiving strange messages from an unknown number, the truth finally comes Yet again, Edie sets off on an exciting adventure, this time to discover who has been contacting her grandpa and why. Along the way, she visits Washington DC and the Outer Banks of North Carolina before a dramatic climax in Dartmoor. Can Edie uncover a hidden crime and bring the perpetrators to justice once agai Throughout the book and the series, Anthony explores how things are not always what they seem - how our 'thinking' often represents our imagined reality rather than what is necessarily true - and examines the nature of the link between thoughts and feelings. In so doing he gives readers the tools they need to understand their thoughts and emotions better and to connect with their inner wellbeing so that they can live happier, more fulfilled lives. Reading age 11+.,/p>; The third book in the Don't Doubt the Rainbow seris, American Mystery centres around the mystery first mentioned by Grandpa David at the end of Outside Chance. ; A genuinely delightful American Mystery that is an authentic tale which carries a sense of possibility and hope!American Mystery is truly an entrancing sequel of a compelling contemporary detective series that has inspired me to further explore the genre that is so suspenseful, mysterious, and captivating. Full of riveting twists and turns in the plot, the novel is based on a young detective, Edie Marble, a nationally renowned detective who averted a catastrophe. The author creates a fascinating novella that encompasses not only a storyline full of an exotic mixture of tension and excitement but revolves around mental health education and proves to be a valuable asset to the improvement of the well-being of many young readers.This exceptionally innovative book is the key to discovering your passion. If you are a Sherlock Holmes fan at heart, I would whole-heartedly recommend this thrilling tale to you! Prisha Yadav ; American Mystery is a highly captivating and enjoyable book to read. It brings together spiritual ideas in highly accessible forms for teenagers through a really interesting story about Edie. It helps to recognise that as humans we can experience painful emotions and how we can tap into our inner resources in order to manage and cope with difficulties we may encounter. The story is captivating with many unexpected twists and turns which are threaded nicely together with so many different characters and locations. Sunil Lad ; A thrillingly modern mystery full of detective genius, decade-old family secrets, and helpful tips for living your best life!This is a wonderful book that explores themes of family secrets, travel and mental health. Journey around the world; from Toronto to Washington DC, to North Carolina to a scenic hike through the countryside of Dartmoor in Devon that may offer a little more than expected. Edie may only be thirteen years old, but her genius sleuthing skills, her burning desire to help others, and a deep love for her friends and family enable her to solve decade-old mysteries. The novel is written in a modern style that captures what it really feels like to be a teenager in today's world. The writer delves into the very current issue of mental health that affects so many young people all around the world and addresses it in a smart and intuitive style that both encourages and advises people who may have any kind of worries or anxieties about life in today's world
Riley Quintin and the Journey of the Mystery Potion
One portal, two separate distinctive worlds, and an ordinary yet extraordinary girl known as Riley Quintin, distraught by her father's strange disappearance, set out on a journey beyond her wildest imaginations. A girl looked down upon in the mortal world travels to a world where her name echoes a shockwave among all witches, wizards, and the magic folk. Witnessing and unraveling the secrets and dangers set upon her and the peace of all the magic folks, Riley Quintin sets out on a dangerous adventure along with two of her friends to stop the wicked witches from unraveling their evil intentions and powers among all the magic folks. Despite the struggles and divulging her new powerful identity, with confusion luring her, Riley braves her will into discovering, learning, and using her powers, her very own magic that seemed like a dream one could only grasp. While Riley wrestles with her new inner identity, her two friends in this strange new world, Sophie and Aurora, go out of their way to guide, train, and fight alongside her. With a new determination set for her and a new will to discover more about this world and the strange disappearance of her father, Riley Quintin must give her win and her will to find the secret potion, protect her people and fight against the wicked witches, and make the most important decisions along the way. A mystery potion, a dangerous wicked witch, and a race against the clock. Riley Quintin's adventure is just beginning, can they find the mystery potion before it's too late?
Cave detectives unraveling the mystery of an Ice Age cave
"Follow along as paleontologist Matt Forir and his team of experts unravel a prehistoric mystery."--back cover
Never have I ever : a Lying game novel
New York Times bestselling series The second book in the New York Times bestselling series The Lying Game, by author of the bestselling Pretty Little Liars series, Sara Shepard.Sutton Mercer is dead, but only a few people know it. Her long-lost twin, Emma, has stepped into her shoes-doing her best to flirt with Sutton's boyfriend, hang with her friends, and live with her family all while tracking down Sutton's murderer. But the killer wants Emma to keep playing the part of Sutton-after all, no missing person means no investigation-and will do anything to make sure Emma toes the line...or else. Perfect for fans of Sara Shepard's #1 New York Times bestselling series Pretty Little Liars, The Lying Game has all the juicy plot lines, to-die-for lifestyles, and compelling secrets that fans love
Sisters of the mist
"Deep in Frygea Forest, a restless mist stirs between the mossy trees, curling around the toes of fearsome Trolls and scattering Root Goblins. But something ancient is shifting in the darkness... Kyra, Margot, and Janna are ready for a summer of toasting marshmallows and spying on the supernatural beasts that dwell in the forest swamp. But when Margot begins to act strangely, Kyra and Janna start to worry about the magic luring her into the trees. With Kyra's fierce determination and Janna's affinity for magical creatures, can they save their older sister -- even if she doesn't want to be saved? An enchanting graphic novel about growing up and embracing change, even if it seems to frightening to confront" -- Back cover
The enchanted quest
Far from the Realm of Faerie, a quest to save immortality . . . A deadly plague is sweeping through Faerie, and no one is immune to its bite. Now, with the guidance of the Dream Weaver, Tania, Rathina, and a mortal ally, Connor, must head off to find the Divine Harper-the only one who can help Tania renew the Faerie Covenant of Immortality. Their quest will soon take them outside the borders of Faerie, to hostile and unwelcoming lands beyond. On their travels, Tania and her companions encounter danger at every turn as they battle pirates, contend with mysterious and mystical beings, and try to outwit those under the sinister grip of the Dark Arts. But when Tania's beloved Edric appears, it looks as if they have help at last. Or do they? As tensions and dangers rise, Tania is forced to question everything and everyone around her in order to decide if she is prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to save her loved ones
Erebos : it's a game : it watches you
When 16-year-old Nick receives a package containing the mysterious computer game Erebos, he wonders if it will explain the behavior of his classmates, who have been secretive lately. Players of the game must obey strict rules: always play alone, never talk about the game, and never tell anyone your nickname. Curious, Nick joins the game and quickly becomes addicted. But Erebos knows a lot about the players and begins to manipulate their lives. When it sends Nick on a deadly assignment, he refuses and is banished from the game. Now unable to play, Nick turns to a friend for help in finding out who controls the game. The two set off on a dangerous mission in which the border between reality and the virtual world begins to blur. This utterly convincing and suspenseful thriller originated in Germany, where it has become a runaway bestseller
Write This Book : A Do-It-Yourself Mystery. Secret (Bosch)
This imaginative companion to the New York Times bestselling Secret Series teases, prompts, and leads readers through the steps of writing a story. Bosch's signature rip-roaring voice delivers an engaging narrative (for the reader to help complete!) and interactive puzzles and games. Readers get the chance to create their own story while enjoying a satisfying mystery as well. Here's a note from our fearless "author": I feared this might happen. I knew reading was a dangerous business, but now it's not safe for writers either! You see, the author of this book is missing. Well, maybe not "missing." A certain author whom I won't name (okay, me) has abandoned his book and has left his readers hanging out to dry. This is a crime, I admit, but there it is. Most of this book, well, I just haven't written it. And I'm not going to, either. Why? Oh, I have my reasons. Big. Grown up. Author. Reasons. Unfortunately, I can't reveal them yet. Let's just say a life is at stake (mine) and leave it at that. So will you do it? Pretty please? You'll do it? Thank you! But please hurry! Time is of the essence and you can't wait any longer. You must WRITE THIS BOOK!
Sadie's story
A must-have for newly independent readers and fans of Ivy + Bean and Clementine! The first of a new series starring three young girls and a mysterious visitor who appears exactly when you need her-with just the right amount of magic. Sadie has two best friends: Jess and Maya. But Jess can only take one friend on vacation with her, and Sadie is the one who gets left behind. How will Sadie ever survive the days of loneliness and boredom? But wait . . . what is that in her old playhouse in the backyard? A witch has moved in! A kind and funny witch, who's looking for her own two lost friends. Together, Sadie and the witch have a curious adventure, one that makes Sadie see her neighborhood-and herself-with new eyes. Acclaimed authors Ron Koertge and Christine Heppermann-writing together and for younger readers for the first time-have created a heroine to rival Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle and Ms. Frizzle. Short chapters, a satisfying mystery, gentle humor, magical dazzle, and adorable black-and-white illustrations throughout by debut artist Deborah Marcero make this an ideal pick for readers of Ivy + Bean, Just Grace, and Kate DiCamillo's young novels
Painless : a novel
Seventeen-year-old Quinn can't feel physical pain. Born with a rare neurological condition, he's faced accidents and emergency room visits. It's a surprise he's still alive-a fact that has caused him to be left to his own devices for most of his life. No school, no friends, no rules. At the mercy of his older sister Caitlin, who has spent the past few years caring for their dying father, he spends his days drinking at a nearby bar, testing his limits, and working on a graphic novel about a mysterious vigilante called Shadow Man. Lately, though, even his art has taken a turn for the worse. Quinn has created a new character called Demon Boy who destroys everything he touches, and now Quinn can't decide how his book should end. Furthermore, an ominous black dog has started to follow him everywhere. On the same day his father dies, Quinn accidentally gets hit by a car and Caitlin decides that this is the last straw. Left with the choice to either find a job and grow up or be committed to a rehabilitation center, Quinn takes a gig at a local butcher shop owned by the father of a sensitive but troubled girl who often changes her appearance with the flick of a wrist. But the closer he gets to finding stability, the further he spins out of control, as the lines between art and reality continue to dissipate. In this debut novel, Jamie Mayer offers an unflinching and poignant look at loss, empathy, and how to grow up without feeling pain
Two Like Me and You
NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2019 by Kirkus Reviews Edwin Green's ex-girlfriend is famous. We're talking cover-of-every-tabloid-in-the-grocery-store-line famous. She dumped Edwin one year ago on what he refers to as Black Saturday, and in hopes of winning her back, he's spent the last twelve months trying to become famous himself. It hasn't gone well. But when a history class assignment pairs Edwin with Parker Haddaway, the mysterious new girl at school, she introduces him to Garland Lenox, the nursing-home-bound World War II veteran who will change Edwin's life forever. The three escape to France, in search of the old man's long-lost love, and as word of their hilarious adventure spreads, they become media darlings. But when things fall apart, they also become the focus of French authorities. In a race against time, who will find love, and who will only find more heartache? Called, "both intimate and epic," by Kirkus Reviews in a starred review, Two Like Me and You by Chad Alan Gibbs is a coming of age teen adventure full of romance and laugh out loud humor. Fans of John Green's Paper Towns and Looking for Alaska and Robyn Schneider's The Beginning of Everything will find what they're looking for in this debut young adult novel
Very Bad People
In this dark academia young adult thriller for fans of The Female of the Species and People Like Us, a teen girl's search for answers about her mother's mysterious death leads to a powerful secret society at her new boarding school-and a dangerous game of revenge that will leave her forever changed. Six years ago, Calliope Bolan's mother drove the family van into a lake with her three daughters inside. The girls escaped, but their mother drowned, and the truth behind the "accident" remains a mystery Calliope is determined to solve. Now sixteen, she transfers to Tipton Academy, the same elite boarding school her mother once attended. Tipton promises a peek into the past and a host of new opportunities-including a coveted invitation to join Haunt and Rail, an exclusive secret society that looms over campus like a legend. Calliope accepts, stepping into the exhilarating world of the "ghosts," a society of revolutionaries fighting for social justice. But when Haunt and Rail commits to exposing a dangerous person on campus, it becomes clear that some ghosts define justice differently than others. As the society's tactics escalate, Calliope uncovers a possible link between Haunt and Rail and her mother's deadly crash. Now, she must question what lengths the society might go to in order to see a victory-and if the secret behind her mother's death could be buried here at Tipton
Forbidden City
In this third “thrilling” (Kirkus Reviews) installment in the New York Times bestselling series from Edgar Award winner James Ponti, the young group of spies helps a fellow agent in another international adventure perfect for fans of Spy School and Mrs. Smith’s Spy School for Girls. After taking down a mole within their organization, the City Spies are ready for their next mission—once again using their unique skills and ability to infiltrate places adults can’t. The sinister Umbra has their sights set on recruiting a North Korean nuclear physicist by any means necessary, and the City Spies plan to keep an eye on his son by sending Paris to the chess prodigy’s tournaments in Moscow and Beijing. Meanwhile, Sydney’s embedded as a junior reporter for a teen lifestyle site as she follows the daughter of a British billionaire on tour with the biggest act on her father’s music label to uncover what links both the band and the billionaire have to a recent threat from an old Soviet missile base. From a daring break-in at one of London’s most exclusive homes to a dangerous undercover mission to a desperate search and rescue operation on the streets of Beijing, the City Spies have their work cut out for them on their most dangerous mission yet
Sabotage surrender
It's time for the final ceremony of the River Heights Celebration, where four candidates are going for the Mahoney Scholarship. All four are equally qualified-and equally worthy suspects behind the strange occurrences that have been happening at the carnival. Arson, theft and threatening notes all combine to provide a stunning conclusion to the Sabotage Mystery Trilogy. Can Nancy finally figure out the saboteur-before it's too late?
Constable & Toop
Something mysterious and terrible is happening throughout Victorian London: Ghosts are disappearing. When this reaches the attention of the Ghost Bureau, the diligent but clueless Mr. Lapsewood, a paranormal paper-pusher, is sent to investigate, and what he discovers is grave. The Black Rot has arrived-a voracious spiritual infestation whereby empty haunted houses suck in unsuspecting ghosts and imprison them. Lapsewood's investigation weaves through the plotlines of several other memorable characters-both living and dead-including an undertaker's son who can see ghosts, a serial throat-slasher reminiscent of Jack the Ripper, an evangelical exorcist, and many more. The living and dead must work together if they hope to destroy the Black Rot-before it destroys both the ghost and human worlds. This highly atmospheric and bitingly funny ghost story by successful British author Gareth P. Jones will delight fans of Eva Ibbotson and Neil Gaiman
Counting the stars
Before John Glenn orbited the Earth or astronauts walked on the moon, a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as “human computers” used their knowledge, pencils, adding machines, and writing paper to calculate the orbital mechanics needed to launch spacecraft. Katherine Johnson was one of these mathematicians who used trajectories and complex equations to chart the space program. Even as Virginia's Jim Crow laws were in place in the early 1950s, Katherine worked analyzing data at the NACA (later NASA) Langley laboratory. In 1962, as NASA prepared for the orbital mission of John Glenn, Katherine Johnson was called upon, and John Glenn said “get the girl” (Katherine Johnson) to run the numbers by hand to chart the complexity of the orbital flight. He knew that his flight couldn't work without her unique skills. President Barack Obama awarded Katherine Johnson the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015, and her incredible life inspired the Oscar-nominated film Hidden Figures
Walt's imagination the life of Walt Disney
Mars science lab engineer Diana Trujillo
When Diana Trujillo was little, working for NASA was her greatest dream. She loved to gaze at the stars in the sky. She also enjoyed math and art. Then she learned that engineers use math and art in their work. So Trujillo decided to be a NASA engineer. Although she didn't speak English, she was determined to live her dream. Trujillo believed in herself enough to move from Colombia to the United States to learn English. After years of hard work, she earned a degree in aerospace engineering. She quickly got a job at NASA and worked on the Mars rover Curiosity. She became the lead engineer on her team. Today, Trujillo is a mentor to other women and immigrants. She is also a role model to young scientists. She believes everyone can find a connection between what they love and science
Building a gaming PC
By building their own custom PCs, video game fans can tweak every detail to make sure they get the best possible experience every time they play. This book provides readers with everything they need to know to build their first gaming computer. Includes a table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents The Unofficial Guides series explores the various aspects of today's most popular games and programs including LEGO Mindstorms and Minecraft. Each collection covers topics ranging from basic to advanced. This series is perfect for the hands-on techie
Theoretical physicist Brian Greene
Have you ever wondered how the universe began? Growing up, Brian Greene's father taught him to think about the world in different ways. Greene was curious about how it all worked. He set out to find answers to big science questions. At Harvard University, Greene studied physics and was named a Rhodes Scholar, an honor only the most gifted students receive. He was fascinated by the new theories explaining the universe, but he wanted to share his fascination with everyone, not just with fellow scientists. He started writing books and offering free lectures to help ordinary people understand complex ideas. Soon, he was even appearing on TV. Follow Greene's path from curious kid to celebrity scientist
What is the Supreme Court?
"Best-selling author, former executive editor of the New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy"--
6888th Battalion and military achievement
Black people have fought in every war the United States has been in, even when they weren't able to officially serve. Readers will discover the bravery and achievements of Black soldiers and units-including the storied 6888th battalion of tenacious Black women. The Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement series celebrates Black achievement and culture, while exploring 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 our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, activities created by Wing, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and educational matter. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents The Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement series illuminates some of the successes and brilliance of the Black community in America. Black excellence has historically been ignored or misrepresented in media and education due to racial bias. These books celebrate Black achievement and culture, while exploring racism in an 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 our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by Wing, a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and educational matter
History of Esports
Esports competitions have become a world-wide phenomenon with millions of viewers and fans. Learn about the beginning of esports from arcade leaderboards to the creation of the internet. Aligned with curriculum standards, these books also highlight key 21st Century content including information, media, and technology skills. Engaging content and hands-on activities encourage creative and design thinking. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars
Away from Tipperary: Nicholas Sadleir, Australian gentleman
Nicholas Sadleir speaks to his great grandson, describing cattle drives from Queensland for rail shipment to Adelaide. He talks of his sheep and cattle runs, a privileged Irish childhood, Tipperary insurrection, the potato famine and sailing with his brothers to Melbourne in 1852. He is 17 when he arrives. Nicholas mines gold. His brothers disapprove - they want him as a lawyer in Melbourne. He resists, finds gold and joins Irish cousins with their livestock on the Darling River. Nicholas runs a station there for them for the rest of his life. He adapts to new country. He manages Aboriginal and European people and invests in buildings, fencing and stock water. They call the station Albemarle. It spans more than a million acres with 200,000 sheep, several thousand cattle and hundreds of horses and people. His siblings replicate their Anglo-Irish advantages too. Richard has a hospital in Melbourne. John is a senior policeman and supervises the capture and arrest of bushranger Ned Kelly and Marshal practices law. A twin sister starts an academy for the children of gentleman to later lose touch with her brothers. They never find her. Nicholas regrets the demise of Aboriginal people on the Darling. Paddle steamers and the Telegraph help to colonize the inland rivers. He profits in a Queensland cattle station. He meets his future wife, has a homestead built, marries Anna Sturgess, regrets her loneliness on the Darling and persuades his cousins to buy the opulent Quamby Estate in Tasmania for him to manage. He, Anna and their firstborn move there. Anna Sadleir thrives in Tasmanian motherhood, the sociable spread of culture and Christian charity from the endowment of her liberal education in England. Nicholas commutes between Quamby, Albemarle, his stations in New South Wales and Queensland and his cousins' farms and urban investments. He and Anna host guests generously. The family luxuriates. Nicholas has a salary of £2000. Servants abound. He ends a partnership in Queensland and starts new stations. Anna explores her noble roots in Ireland and England to advance her children's prospects. Ten more children arrive before Quamby is sold and everyone moves to Adelaide in South Australia. Four more children arrive. A depression strikes and banks fail. Nicholas loses his stations but his cousins keep Albemarle. Prices for wool and livestock fall. Nicholas lives at Albemarle as austerity and rabbit plagues demand. A son kills himself with a shotgun at home in Adelaide because he is in trouble at school. Anna and Nicholas grieve in separateness. Shearers' strikes follow. Nicholas manages the strikes to shear 100,000 sheep in successive years, but returns are less. Anna starts a wholesale cloth business, she moves the family to a smaller home and Nicholas struggles with a four-year drought that reminds him of the Irish potato famine. He dies at 68 at Albemarle. Anna persists in the care of her children and claims for their nobility. She seeks, but cannot afford, university study for them. Some find work in banks and with commercial agents. They progress. Another suicides. Two marry. Four migrate to Argentina. Four serve in the Great War. Anna holidays in Great Britain with a daughter and visits relatives in Ireland and England. She dies in Liverpool. Years later, James, the eldest son, is offered a baronetcy. He rejects it as a lot of rot. The fraudulent offer probably comes from agents of a British Prime Minister seeking funds for election expenses. Tales of family aristocracy persist in South Australia long after James' death, and perhaps for the Sadleirs of Argentina. They still raise Australian Merino sheep there
Lin-Manuel Miranda : Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda is a celebrated playwright, composer, and star of musicals. Read about his path in life that brought him from seeing his first Broadway show at age 7 to composing the smash Broadway musical Hamilton
J.K. Rowling
Starting at the age of six, J.K. Rowling knew she wanted to be an author. Her eventual creation of Harry Potter and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry sent Rowling into immediate fame. Grab a hold of your wand and enjoy this thrilling title for young readers
The best MLB hitters of all time
Although the stars change with each generation, the legends live on forever. This title introduces those legends, past and present, with colorful stories about their most memorable moments. With spotlight stats, info boxes, a glossary, additional resources, and more, this title is jam-packed with information fit for any baseball fan. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Rachel Carson : marine biologist and winner of the National Book Award
After publishing her lauded book Silent Spring, Rachel Carson became a household name in America. A marine biologist by training, Carson became a dedicated conservationist and her environmental writings influenced generations. Students will examine Carson's writing and research through the use of ample primary source evidence in order to better understand one of the most influential women in science in the twentieth century
Jane Goodall
Part of the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the amazing life of Jane Goodall, the world's foremost expert on chimpanzees. When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. This inspired her lifelong love of animals, and she went to study them in the wild as soon as she could. Jane lived with chimpanzees in their natural habitat and became famous for her pioneering approach to research. She now educates the public on animal rights and campaigns for environmental issues around the world. This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the primatologist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Cesar Chavez
Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of labor leader and organizer Cesar Chavez
The pout-pout fish
Living on a rundown shipwreck, Mr. Fish one day discovers an energetic young sea dragon, Pip, who had mistaken his home for a junkyard pilfering his belongings. The heated argument that ensues leaves both their houses in ruin. But there is hope! Embarking on a seemingly impossible quest to find the legendary "Shimmer" to grant them a wish, there's only one problem: someone else is on the hunt
The hundred-year barn
One hundred years ago, a little boy watched his family and community come together to build a grand red barn. This barn become his refuge and home-a place to play with friends and farm animals alike. As seasons passed, the barn weathered many storms. The boy left and returned a young man, to help on the farm and to care for the barn again. The barn has stood for one hundred years, and it will stand for a hundred more: a symbol of peace, stability, caring and community
Cachorros de conejo en la naturaleza : ¡Animales Bebés En La Naturaleza!
In Rabbit Kits in the Wild, beginning readers will learn about baby rabbits as they grow up and leave their nest. Follow along as rabbit kits learn to leave their nest. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to rabbit kits' appearance, diet, behaviors, and habitat. A picture diagram labels a rabbit kit's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about rabbit kits online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Rabbit Kits in the Wild also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Rabbit Kits in the Wild is part of Jump!'s Baby Animals in the Wild! series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Baby animals are born to be wild! See how wild baby animals learn from their mothers to find food, keep clean, live in groups, and survive in their natural habitats in Baby Animals in the Wild!. A diagram supplements the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Each title includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index
Different Appearances
In Different Appearances, beginning readers will learn to celebrate diversity by appreciating the many ways people look different from one another. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they draw inferences about how diversity makes our society stronger and more interesting. An infographic helps readers recognize how many similarities underlie people's physical differences, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about diversity online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Different Appearances also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Different Appearances is part of Jump!'s Celebrating Differences series
Pretty close, but not the same a side-by-side look at confusable critters
"Discover seven pairs of similar animals that are easily confused for each other, and what makes them unique!"-- Provided by publisher
Pedro y el lobo
SUMMARY IN SPANISH: ¡ El cuento clá sico Pedro y el Lobo, tambié n conocido como El pastor mentiroso, revive en este libro en españ ol! Las fantá sticas y divertidas ilustraciones a todo color acompañ an la historia, que tiene el texto rimado. Pedro es un pastor que se aburre mucho pastando sus ovejas. Por eso, un dí a se le ocurre jugar una mala pasada a sus vecinos: fingirá que un lobo va a comerse las ovejas. Los aldeanos, medio adormilados, se levantan tan rá pido como pueden para ayudarlo, pero al llegar se dan cuenta de que es mentira. Pedro rí e como nunca, pero quizá s no lo hará tanto cuando el lobo aparezca de verdad... Una historia que enseñ a que no se deben decir mentiras. Esta edició n de Pedro y el lobo está muy cuidada y cuenta con unas maravillosas ilustraciones. El texto está rimado, lo que lo hace má s divertido para leerlo en voz alta. Tí tulos de la colecció n Cuentos Clá sicos Rimados: -Los tres cerditos. -Pedro y el lobo. -Ricitos de oro. -Las siete cabritas. LIBRO ESCRITO ORIGINALMENTE EN ESPAñ OL. _________________________________________ SUMMARY IN ENGLISH: The classic fairy tale Peter and the Wolf, also known as The Boy who Cried Wolf, is brought back to life in this book in Spanish! The fantastic and fun illustrations in full color accompany the story, which has rhyming text. Pedro is a shepherd who gets quite bored grazing his sheep. That's why one day it occurs to him to play a trick on his neighbors: he will pretend that a wolf is going to eat the sheep. The villagers, half asleep, get up as fast as they can to help him. However, once they arrive, they realize it was a lie. Pedro laughs, but then finds himself in trouble when a wolf really does appear... A story that teaches not to tell lies. This edition of Pedro y el lobo is thorough and has some wonderful pictures. The text rhymes, so it's more fun to read. Titles in the Cuentos Clá sicos Rimados collection: -Los tres cerditos. -Pedro y el lobo. -Ricitos de oro. -Las siete cabritas. ORIGINALLY WRITTEN IN SPANISH
I am you a book about ubuntu
A picture book exploring the idea of ubuntu--a concept of shared humanity, compassion, and oneness
Wake up, city!
A little girl and her father make their way to school as the whole city wakes up around them
Dear stray
"A little girl adopts the prickliest stray kitten at the shelter because sometimes she feels prickly, too"--
Celebrations around the world
Sea of constellations
"Maren the whale shark loves her life as the biggest, brightest fish in the sea. She spends her days exploring the water around her and finding fresh new snacks as she travels. But one day, the ocean goes dark and Maren's adventures come to a halt. With only the glow from the scales on her back and her best friend, Remy the remora, by her side, Maren sets out on her greatest quest yet--to cross the ocean and ask the Aztec goddess Huixtocihuatl about the darkness and to figure out how to bring back the light. Along the way she meets new friends and exemplifies the power of sharing!"--Publisher's website
Yayoi Kusama
"When she was little, Yayoi had an incredible vision: she saw a never-ending field of dotted flowers and felt she was melting into them. As she grew, Yayoi used art to share her experience of the world with others. She became known as the Princess of Polka Dots, amazing audiences with her dotted paintings, drawings, sculptures, and installations. This incredible story of the trailblazing contemporary artist features a fact and photo section at the back."--back cover
The fairy fashion show
Lily would like her human friend, Willow, to join in on the fairy fashion show, so they help her create the perfect outfit to wear using things found in nature like daisies and leafy vines
Three jumps to sorry a Yom Kippur story
"Hannah was delightful--except when she wasn't. The day before Yom Kippur, Hannah kicks a soccer ball in the living room and breaks her mother's glass apple. Her wise mother, deciding to teach her a lesson in a fun way, writes the numbers 1, 2 and 3 on pieces of paper and puts them on the floor. She shows Hannah how to hop her way through the three steps of an apology: admitting you did something wrong, feeling bad about what you did, and then trying never to do it again. A lesson for Yom Kippur and every day." --
Best Friend Trouble
Keywords: friendship, getting along, competition, perspective
Vampires and veggies
Mina is a vibrant, veggie-eating vampire who hates blood. As you can imagine, this is a problem. Mina's parents invite humans to dinner to test Mina's vampire skills. Find out if Mina is able to keep her secret in this early chapter book
Las plantas en el invierno
In Plants in Winter, beginning readers follow along as plants respond to the changing season in various ways. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage early readers as they discover how trees, bushes, and flowering plants shut down many growth processes during the winter months. A labeled diagram shows a variety of ways plants respond to winter, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about plants in winter using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Plants in Winter also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index
Mira cómo crece una piña
In Watch a Pineapple Grow, early fluent readers learn how pineapples grow. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about how this delicious fruit is grown and harvested. An infographic illustrates the life cycle of a pineapple. Children can learn more about how pineapples grow using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Watch a Pineapple Grow also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Watch a Pineapple Grow is part of Jump!'s Watch It Grow series
Animal Babies : Spot Best Ever Animals
From kits to cubs, animal babies enter the world in all shapes and sizes. Developing readers learn about different animal baby names and how big they are at birth in this low-level search-and-find beginning reader. A baby rabbit is shorter than a crayon. A baby giraffe is taller than a teacher! Early readers will be delighted to discover kittens, chicks, calves, and more while learning about baby animals. A search-and-find book about baby animals reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success while close-up images of animals and habitats captivate young audiences. A great early STEM book to inspire learning about animals and life science for kindergartners and first graders
Paint It Out!
"Horse is all set to paint a mural his way, oblivious to Buggy's suggestions that a bit of planning might be a good idea. But as the Horse knocks over paint cans and sends brushes flying, he relents and accepts some help from Buggy. The hilarious antics and easy-to-read text will put smiles on the faces of fledgling readers."--Amazon.com
I Help Out on the Farm
This book introduces early readers to helping out on a farm. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available
Mealworms
Unlike the name suggests mealworms are not worms. These insects are the larvae of darkling beetles! In this early stage of life, mealworms clean up after others. They scavenge for leftovers, and eat, eat, eat! This fact-filled title is sure to satisfy the beginning readers' appetite for all that is creepy and crawly
Sheep
Early readers are introduced to sheep and life on a farm. Simple sentences accompany engaging pictures
Augie's Adventures : The Curious Little Explorer
Augie's Adventures: The Curious Little Explorer by Scott Cramer is a heartwarming and imaginative children's story that invites young readers into a magical world of discovery, friendship, and courage. Augie, a curious little puppy with a big sense of adventure, dreams of exploring beyond the world outside his window. When a mysterious butterfly leads him into an enchanted forest, Augie finds himself on an unforgettable journey filled with talking animals, hidden clues, and a mission to restore the colors of the Rainbow River. Along the way, Augie learns the true meaning of bravery, kindness, and teamwork as he helps new friends overcome challenges and bring balance back to their world. With gentle storytelling and vivid imagination, this delightful tale encourages children to embrace curiosity, believe in themselves, and discover the magic that exists all around them. Perfect for bedtime reading or early independent readers, this charming adventure is a celebration of friendship, courage, and the joy of exploring the unknown
Tormenta de nieve : ¡Qué desastre!
Heavy snow falls from the sky as the wind fiercely blows. The snow swirls around and around, making it impossible to see. In this captivating introduction to blizzards, early readers will be swept up in the dramatic text that describes the first signs of a blizzard, its destructive power, and, most importantly, how to stay safe from a blizzard's icy blast. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. Stunning photos closely align with descriptive text that will grab kids' attention. Emergent readers won't be able to stop turning the pages as they learn about the forces of nature that can wreak havoc on our world
Grow it!
Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including urban gardening; locally sourced foo options, and the safety of pesticides, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples like the Houston East End Greenbelt, which have made a difference
Alcatraz escape
"In 1962, three men broke out of Alcatraz, one of the most secure prisons in the world. They were never seen again. What happened? In Alcatraz Escape, early fluent readers will learn about the events leading up to the breakout, theories about what may have happened to the escapees, and searches. Readers practice critical thinking skills to draw their own conclusions about what may have occurred. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about possible explanations. A Take a Look! infographic offers a visual look at the planned escape route, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information about life in the prison, and a Quick Facts section recaps the events detailed in the book. Children can learn more about the Alcatraz breakout using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Alcatraz Escape also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, glossary, and index. Alcatraz Escape is part of Jump!'s Mysteries in History series"-- Provided by publisher
I funny TV a middle school story
Jamie Grimm has hit the big time in book four of the #1 bestselling I Funny series! Jamie Grimm has finally accomplished his dream of proving himself the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic, and the sky's the limit from there. Enter a couple of TV executives with a huge plan for Jamie: a new show about Jamie and his oddball friends! But when Jamie struggles to learn the acting ropes, will it be an early curtain call for the biggest show of the decade?
Edmontosaurus
Dinosaurs once roamed the earth as living, breathing animals. Nowadays, however, the only way scientists can know more about them is through their fossilized bones. Readers will find out how much has been learned through the discovery and study of Edmontosaurus. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible creatures of the past, readers begin to understand modern-day animals as well as the delicate balance of the world's environments. From the habitats of prehistory to the fossil hunters of the early twentieth century and the revolutionary discoveries of today, these books present a wealth of information about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, how they were discovered, and the mysteries of their ancient worlds
Meet the vet
Introduces veterinarians, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use
Coming Soon
The Unfinished Work: A Novel of Abraham Lincoln
NYTBSA. Shaara brings to life Lincoln's travails, conflicts, victories, and defeats, both personal and private, beginning with his election in 1860 through is pivotal address at Gettysburg. "Masterful" -- PW
Dark Union
A ghost from Court's past challenges everything the Gray Man believes in this latest electrifying entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Court Gentry is the last surviving member of his family. His brother, Chance, was a police officer who lost his life years ago in a line of duty shooting. So how is it possible that Court catches a glimpse of his brother at their father's funeral? It's this shocking development that sends Court on a quest for the truth and a search for his missing sibling. But the dark state will do anything to keep its secrets
The Bridge
Only in Summer
Return to Barry's Bay in the next sparkling romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune
The Nice Life: How to Elevate the Everyday and Find Joy in What You Have
The Queen of Roses
Spanning the ballrooms of Pasadena and the sunlit gardens of Altadena, a new novel of love and sacrifice. 1960: Frustrated reporter Theresa Johnson's life changes when she receives a phone call from a Miss Pearce and is asked to write her biography
The Wrath Gods Reap
The Collateral Heart
New York Times bestselling author Jeffery Deaver returns with a propulsive new thriller featuring forensic criminalist Lincoln Rhyme and detective Amelia Sachs (from The Bone Collector) as they investigate a series of arsons in New York City. When a harrowing arson in Manhattan burns a building to the ground, Rhyme and Sachs are called to investigate, only to discover in the rubble a package of clues that teases where the perp will strike next. Rhyme and Sachs work feverishly to unravel the mystery, turning to an unlikely source for help: one of the nation's most popular history podcasters. Along the way they cross paths with Desdemona Vale, a determined detective from Long Island who is in search of the killer of a young woman from her neighborhood. As Rhyme's team digs into both cases, it becomes increasingly clear that their suspect's plot might be more complicated than they initially thought. But can Rhyme and Sachs unpack his vile scheme, and stop the carnage in time?
My Daughter Loves True Crime Podcasts
Three Sisters
Zero Margin: A Neagley Novel
For Butter or for Worse
Modern Classic
#1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry returns with a radiant getaway to remember
Off Season: An 831 Stories Romance
She's a therapist helping a struggling pitcher get out of his brain and into his body. She doesn't expect him to affect her head and heart in equal measure. Valley, a dedicated sports psychologist, returns to baseball after her father's death to treat the skeptical members of the San Francisco Seals--especially former ace pitcher Cal "Kansas" Monte whose yips represent a startling disconnect between his mind and body. But when the two accidentally fall for each other, it turns out to be the curveball of their lives
Split Second: Thirty-Two Switcheroo
#1 NYTBSA. Stephanie Plum's life is never boring, not even for a split second. If being newly married isn't enough to take a few years off Stephanie's life, working for her ex-fiance and mentor, Ranger, might do the trick
Victorian Psycho
An eccentric governess arrives at a remote gothic manor, where strange happenings stir suspicion that she’s not what she seems.
April X
When his twin sister April goes missing, Bax searches every corner of their futuristic, post-Soviet cityscape to find her, ultimately descending into madness.
Eastern Western
A recent immigrant and widower, Igor struggles to raise his young son in the mountains of the American West.
Self-Help
A young woman infiltrates a dangerous self-actualization community after her mother becomes entangled with its enigmatic leader.
Saccharine[Blu-ray]
Hana, a lovelorn medical student, becomes terrorized by a sinister force after taking part in an obscure weight loss craze.
Psycho Killer
A police officer tracks a killer after her husband, a highway patrolman, becomes one of his victims.
Sister Midnight
A genre-bending comedy about a frustrated and misanthropic newlywed who discovers certain feral impulses that land her in unlikely situations.
Melania
An intimate chronicle offers a rare glimpse into the life of Melania Trump, exploring her role as First Lady and her relationship with the President.
The Family McMullen
A close-knit family navigates life's ups and downs, confronting personal struggles and evolving bonds.
The Dutchman
A successful black businessman, haunted by his crumbling marriage and identity crisis, is drawn into a game of cat and mouse with a mysterious white woman on a subway.
Henry Johnson
A man seeks his moral compass while meeting authority figures, including his future cellmate Gene.
Musk
A thorough and unvarnished analysis of Elon Musk, a technology billionaire who serves as the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter.
Wild Horse Nine
CIA agents Chris and Lee face a trust-testing mission from Santiago to Easter Island during 1973 in Chile.
Christmas at the Kringles
The Severson family move to a suburban neighborhood where their neighbors, the Kringles, celebrate Christmas year-round and harbor sinister intentions to hypnotize and indoctrinate them.
The Threesome
A young man's perennial crush leads him into an unexpected threesome, he thinks it's his ultimate fantasy come true. When the fantasy ends, all three are left with sobering real-world consequences, to take responsibility for their actions.
Wicker
An ostracized fisherwoman commissions the local basketmaker to weave her a husband, but when her wicker creation proves unexpectedly extraordinary, his presence ignites jealousy and upheaval that threatens their quiet village.
The Death of Robin Hood
Grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a chance at salvation.
Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Follows Latif, a devoutly religious hitman, who embarks on a desperate journey across Houston to protect his children after his wife dies.
Jay Kelly
Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting his past and present with his devoted manager Ron.
Fall 2: Deadpoint
Grieving her sister Shiloh's death, Jax Hunter bonds with Shiloh's bold friend Luce. They tackle Mount Kwan's dangerous plank walk in Thailand. When a rockslide traps them on a narrow plank 3000 feet up, Jax must face her fears to survive.
Eastern Western
A recent immigrant and widower, Igor struggles to raise his young son in the mountains of the American West.
Coyote vs. Acme
A story set in the ACME warehouse, the manufacturer of anything and everything used by the Looney Tunes characters.
Undertone
The host of a popular paranormal podcast becomes haunted by terrifying recordings mysteriously sent her way.
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
Denji encounters a new romantic interest, Reze, who works at a coffee café.
The Last of Us. Season 3
Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom
On Halloween Eve at Mossy Bottom Farm, excitement turns to dismay when the clumsy Farmer ruins the pumpkin patch.
Chicago P.D. Season 14
The Gilded Age. Season 4
Jimmy
America's most-beloved actor and the iconic role that saved him.
Fargo. Season 4
New Library of Things
The world game
Learn about the continents, flags, location, capital cities and basic facts of every country in the world while having fun. Ages 7+, 2-6 players
Bluetooth selfie stick
Extends your reach by up to 28". It connects to your Android or iOS smartphone wirelessly via Bluetooth, enabling you to use the remote shutter button on the handle with or without the smartphone attached. The Selfie Stick grips on to mobile devices up to 3" wide with its rubber-coated, spring-loaded holder. On the other end, a rubberized handle improves grip and comfort. The holder's angle can be adjusted and locked with the integrated knob. For storage and transport, the Selfie Stick folds down to 7" in length.
It's in the bag!
Join in the fun during three different rounds as you and your team work together to guess the cards in the bag as fast as you can. You'll be faced with a new challenge each round while you try to guess the most cards. It's in the Bag is a great party game requiring four or more people to play. The rules and instructions are easy and straight forward and won't take a long time to understand
Carbon Dioxide Sensor
Aranet4 is a battery-powered stand-alone wireless sensor for monitoring CO2, temperature, relative humidity and atmospheric pressure of an indoor environment. The device is portable, easy to operate and lets you know when the monitored levels have become unhealthy. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included)
Guitar pedal - Distortion
For use with an electric guitar and guitar amp. The DS-1 is an effect unit that generates both distortion and sustain effects. By rotating the knobs you can create all kinds of sounds, from warm, soft sustain to hard, powerful distortion.
Décorum
Decorum is a cooperative, hidden information game where you and your partner share the same objective: decorate your home in a way that makes you both happy. The problem is different things make each of you happy and nobody says exactly what they need. Can you find a happy compromise or is it time to move out?!
LED UV lamp
The LED UV lamp can cure all kinds of gel nail polishes and other UV-cured resins and materials. LED beads are evenly distributed inside allowing for uniform curing. Smart Sensor and Time Memory Function: SUN3 has a smart sensor. When you slide your hand/foot in, it comes on automatically for 120 seconds; or you can stop curing at any time by sliding the hand/foot out. Its 10/30/60/99 seconds timer lets you control the curing time with each layer
ScanNCut
This electronic cutting machine is perfect for sewers and quilters. Brother’s blade sensor technology automatically detects the thickness of your materials to cut precise custom and built-in patterns in materials up to 3mm thick. The machine has a 5” LCD touchscreen display and comes with 682 built-in designs, including 100 quilt patterns, 9 letter fonts and 76 SVG files. This kit includes both standard and fabric blades and cutting mats
Portable Blu-ray player
Watch Blu-rays and DVDs on the go with this 16.9” portable player with wireless remote. The screen swivels 270 degrees and can flip 180 degrees. Playback time is about 4 hours if fully-charged. Includes a wall charger, car charger, and AV cable. Remote requires 2 AAA batteries (not included)
Autumn riches jigsaw puzzle [500 large pieces]
500 pieces
Hand dynamometer
This rechargeable gauge measures the maximum isometric strength (265 lbs. max) of your hand and forearm muscles. Includes wall charger and cable—can also be used with 2 AAA batteries (not included)
Paris in the dawn jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Precision screwdrivers
These screwdrivers are ideal for repairing watches, jewelry, eyeglasses, and electronics. They feature soft-grip handles and low-friction spin caps. This set includes 2 Phillips sizes (PH0, PH1) and 4 slotted sizes (1.4mm, 2.0mm, 2.4mm, 3.0mm)
Toronto jigsaw puzzle [1000 pieces]
1008 pieces; box text and image of jigsaw puzzle piece can be interpreted as 1000 pieces
Clue: sabotage on the high seas
Clue Sabotage on the High Seas offers the intrigue of the classic murder mystery game, Clue, with a fresh mystery story and dynamic escape room game format. 1-6 players. In the Clue Escape & Solve Mystery game, players join forces and use sleuthing skills to escape the yacht, then work together to solve the mystery of the missing captain