I Have Lost My Way by Gayle Forman (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x 1.2 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 272Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: School & EducationFormat: HardcoverPublisher: PenguinAuthor: Gayle FormanAge Range: TeenFeatured book lists: Epic ReadsBook theme: Contemporary, Mental IllnessLanguage: English About the Book Told over the course of a single day from three different perspectives, the new novel by the #1 "New York Times"bestselling author of "If I Stay" is a powerful display of empathy and friendship. Book Synopsis The New York Times bestseller from the author of If I Stay "Heartwrenching...If you are ready to be emotionally wrecked yet again, you are in luck." - Hypable A fateful accident draws three strangers together over the course of a single day: Freya who has lost her voice while recording her debut album. Harun who is making plans to run away from everyone he has ever loved. Nathaniel who has just arrived in New York City with a backpack, a desperate plan, and nothing left to lose. As the day progresses, their secrets start to unravel and they begin to understand that the way out of their own loss might just lie in helping the others out of theirs. An emotionally cathartic story of losing love, finding love, and discovering the person you are meant to be, I Have Lost My Way is bestselling author Gayle Forman at her finest. "A beautifully written love song to every young person who has ever moved through fear and found themselves on the other side." - Jacqueline Woodson, bestselling author of Brown Girl Dreaming Review Quotes In Forman's wonderfully deft hands, this story of friendship, love, loss and redemption becomes so much more. I Have Lost My Way is a beautifully written love song to every young person who has ever moved through fear and found themselves on the other side.--Jacqueline Woodson, author of the National Book Award winner Brown Girl Dreaming * Elegant and understated . . . A celebration of the lifesaving power of human connection.--Publishers Weekly, starred review * Stunning doesn't even begin to say it.--Kirkus Reviews, starred review Tightly woven and, in places, heartbreaking, this is a masterful exploration of human emotion.--Booklist An absolute gem.--School Library Journal A stirring reminder of the great risks of isolation and the immense solace and power that community-even with virtual strangers-can bring. --Horn Book magazine The beloved author returns to the genre that made her famous.--CosmopolitanHeartwrenching . . . If you are ready to be emotionally wrecked yet again, you are in luck.--HypableA Seventeen magazine best YA book of 2018 About The Author Gayle Forman is an award-winning, internationally bestselling author and journalist. She is the author of Just One Day and Just One Year, and the companion e-novella Just One Night, as well as the New York Times bestsellers If I Stay and Where She Went. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and daughters.
Great Goddesses - by Nikita Gill (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inch (W) x .9 Inch (D)Weight: .55 PoundsNumber of Pages: 256Genre: PoetrySub-Genre: Women AuthorsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: G.P. Putnam's SonsAuthor: Nikita GillAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book Bestselling poet, writer, and Instagram sensation Gill returns with a collection of poetry and prose retelling the legends of the Goddesses, both great and small, in their own words. Book Synopsis Bestselling poet, writer, and Instagram sensation Nikita Gill returns with a collection of poetry and prose retelling the legends of the Goddesses, both great and small, in their own words. With lyrical prose and striking verse, beloved poet Nikita Gill (Fierce Fairytales, Wild Embers) uses the history of Ancient Greece and beyond to explore and share the stories of the mothers, warriors, creators, survivors, and destroyers who shook the world. In pieces that burn with empathy and admiration for these women, Gill unearths the power and glory of the very foundations of mythology and culture that have been too-often ignored or pushed aside. Complete with beautiful hand-drawn illustrations, Gill's poetry and stories weave old and forgotten tales of might and love into an empowering collection for the modern woman. Review Quotes A New York Times Book Review New & Noteworthy Pick Powerful...we all grew up to the sounds of sweet bedtime tales, captivated by the stories of Gods, monsters, princes and distressed damsels....Indeed, these heroines aren't distressed, they're depressed--and they need someone to give them a voice. That person is Gill. -Vanity Fair This empowering collection sheds light on women who are often misunderstood and is a piece of 'modern feminst magic.' --Book Riot About The Author Nikita Gill is a British-Indian writer and poet living in the south of England. With a huge online following, her words have entranced hearts and minds all over the world.
When Food Is Love (Reissue) (Paperback) by Geneen Roth
Dimensions (Overall): 7.96 Inches (H) x 5.38 Inches (W) x .61 Inches (D)Weight: .42 PoundsNumber of Pages: 224Genre: Self Improvement, Family + Relationships, PsychologySub-Genre: Love + Romance, Eating Disorders, EmotionsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: PlumeAuthor: Geneen RothAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book In this uplifting, revealing book, Roth examines the link between eating disorders and the need for intimacy they often unmask. She shows why many people overeat in an attempt to satisfy their emotional hunger and reveals how to stop this cycle of compulsive behavior. Book Synopsis #1 New York Times bestselling author of Women Food and God "A life-changing book."--OprahIn this moving and intimate book, Geneen Roth, bestselling author of Feeding the Hungry Heart and Breaking Free from Compulsive Eating, shows how dieting and emotional eating often become a substitute for intimacy. Drawing on her own painful personal experiences, as well as the candid stories of those she has helped in her seminars, Roth examines the crucial issues that surround emotional eating: need for control, dependency on melodrama, desire for what is forbidden, and the belief that one wrong move can mean catastrophe. She shows why many people overeat in an attempt to satisfy their emotional hunger, and why weight loss frequently just uncovers a new set of problems. But her welcome message is that change is possible. This book will help readers break destructive, self-perpetuating patterns and learn to satisfy all the hungers--physical and emotional--that make us human. Review Quotes A life-changing book. --Oprah"A rare and special book that touches our inner selves with extraordinary courage, authenticity, and beauty. I have seen very few books with this kind of clarity and human depth. It will move you to tears and to joy. It will entertain and delight you, and it will make you a deeper and more compassionate human being." --John Robbins, author of Diet for a New America"SPECTACULAR! I laughed and I cried. . . a tender and daring book that you'll never forget." --Laura Davis, co-author of The Courage to Heal"I SEE MIRACLES IN MY LIFE EVERY DAY, AND ROTH IS ONE OF THE PEOPLE WHO HELPED MAKE THAT HAPPEN." --Anne Lamott in Mademoiselle"When Food is Love is Roth's seminal work. This is a big, beautiful, and important book. I cannot say enough about it. I hope everyone reads it." --Natalie Goldberg, author of Writing Down the Bones"She tells of her own experiences with a non-blink frankness cushioned by the gracefulness of her prose." --Chicago Tribune"This book is A) good enough to eat, B) nourishing to the heart."--Jack Kornfield, Buddhist teacher, co-author of Seeking the Heart of Wisdom About The Author Geneen Roth is a writer and a teacher who has gained international prominence through her work in the field of eating disorders. She is the founder of the Breaking Free workshops, which she has conducted nationwide since 1979. She is also the author of Feeding the Hungry Heart, Breaking Free from Compulsive Eating, and When Food is Love. A frequent guest on television and radio programs, she has written for and been featured in Tie, Ms., New Woman, Family Circle, and Cosmopolitan. Her poetry and short stories have been published in numerous anthologies. Born in New York City, she now lives in northern California.
Who Is Pope Francis? - (Who Was...?) by Stephanie Spinner (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .25 PoundsNumber of Pages: 107Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: Biography & AutobiographySeries Title: Who Was...?Format: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Stephanie SpinnerAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Follow the amazing journey of Pope Francis, whose warmth and humility have made him beloved around the world. This title in the "New York Times"-bestselling series features illustrations that help bring Pope Francis's amazing story to life. Book Synopsis Follow the amazing journey of Pope Francis, whose warmth and humility have made him beloved around the world. Jorge Mario Bergoglio, aka Pope Francis, from Argentina, is the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first from the Southern Hemisphere. Since being elected pope he has shown a humbler, less formal approach to his office than his predecessors: a warm style that has been referred to as no frills. His common touch and accessibility, as well as his insistence that the church be more open and welcoming, has quickly endeared him not only to Roman Catholics but to millions of others around the world. This title in the New York Times best-selling series includes eighty illustrations that help bring Pope Francis's amazing story to life. About The Author Stephanie Spinner is a full-time writer of children's books.
Libro de Oraciones del Papa Francisco / Prayer. Breathing Life, Daily - (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.1 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 208Genre: Religion + BeliefsSub-Genre: Christian LifeFormat: PaperbackPublisher: OrigenAuthor: Papa FranciscoAge Range: AdultBook theme: PrayerLanguage: Spanish About the Book Tâitulo original: Preghiera respirare la vita ogni giorno. Book Synopsis Las oraciones a las que el Santo Padre acude en sus momentos de reflexión En este libro, el papa Francisco comparte sus oraciones favoritas y nos invita a tener una relación personal con Dios. Con su estilo sencillo y cercano, nos explica qué es la oración y claramente nos cuenta por quién, por qué y cómo debemos rezar. Un hermoso libro en tapa dura, con sobrecubierta con tonos dorados, ideal para el uso personal o para regalo, que se convertirá en el fiel compañero del creyente de hoy. íntimo y acogedor, El libro de oraciones del papa Francisco nos recuerda que ser un verdadero cristiano es un compromiso que viene del alma. Rezar es una forma de dejarse maravillar por Dios. El texto incluye: - ¿Qué es la oración? - Rezar ¿por quién? - Rezar ¿por qué? - Rezar ¿cómo? - Más de 100 oraciones y reflexiones escritas por el Santo Padre - Las oraciones más amadas por el papa Francisco Además, El libro de oraciones del papa Francisco ofrece: - Encuadernación tapa dura - Sobrecubierta con tonos dorados - Resistente y durable - Tamaño: 5 x 7 pulgadas (12.7 cm x 17.7 cm) - 208 páginas ENGLISH DESCRIPTION The experience of prayer told by Pope Francis. The ancients used to say that praying is breathing. A soul without prayer withers away and dies. In this rich spiritual breviary, Pope Francis illustrates his experience in prayer and invites us to "be on first-name terms" with God - to call him a father and lay bare our every anguish and concern. It is a short book where Bergoglio teaches us how to pray with his favourite orations and helps us find words of prayer for every occasion: To pray is to let oneself be marvelled by God, not to repeat mindlessly» Pope Francis About The Author El papa Francisco (Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Buenos Aires, 1936) recibió la orden sacerdotal en 1969 y profesó sus votos definitivos en la Compañía de Jesús en 1973. Tras una larga trayectoria en distintos rangos de la jerarquía católica, fue nombrado Papa el 13 de marzo de 2013. JORGE MARIO BERGOGLIO, born in Buenos Aires the 17th of December 1936, since the 13th of March 2013 he is the Bishop of Rome and the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. On the 13th of March 2015 he decided to give a decisive turn to his papacy by announcing the Holy Year of Mercy. On that occasion he published the international bestseller The name of God is mercy. A conversation with Andrea Tornielli (2016). On the 6th of October 2016 he announced the XV Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops on the theme Youth, faith and vocational discernment, that will take place in the Vatican from the 3rd to the 28th October 2018, thus placing the theme of youth at the core of his reflection and of his teachings.
You Are My I Love You (Reprint) by Maryann Cusimano Love (Board Book)
Dimensions (Overall): 6.14 Inches (H) x 5.13 Inches (W) x .58 Inches (D)Weight: .47 PoundsNumber of Pages: 28Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Animals / Bears, Love + RomanceFormat: Board BookPublisher: Philomel BooksAuthor: Maryann Cusimano LoveAge Range: Baby - 3 YearsLanguage: English About the Book The bestselling and beloved "You Are My I Love You" is now available for the first time as a board book, ideal for the youngest of readers. Full color. Book Synopsis The all-time classic, bestselling ode to the love shared between parent and child. Perfect for new parents, baby showers, christenings, and sharing at bedtime. I am your parent; you are my child.I am your quiet place; you are my wild.I am your favorite book; you are my new lines.I am your nightlight; you are my starshine.A day in the life of parent and child--full of smiles and giggles, messes and meals, boundless energy and well-earned rest. Not to mention lots of love. Here, in simple rhyming verse accompanied by colorful, playful illustrations by world-renowed artist Satomi Ichikawa, is one such day. Share it with others and treasure the memories. About The Author Maryann Cusimano has been working with children since she was a teen-as a clown, story-teller, singer, puppeteer, and caregiver. You Are My I Love You arose out of her work with children, especially the PeaceKids group in the Sursum Corda housing project.Maryann lives in Washington, D.C., with her husband, Rich Love (they are newlyweds). She is an associate professor of international politics at Catholic University. Dr. Maryann Cusimano Love is an award winning international educator and author. Dr. Cusimano Love has spoken to audiences from suburban pre-schoolers to inner city teens to international diplomats. A winner of Harvard University's Pew Faculty Fellowship for teaching, and Catholic University's Teacher of the Year Award, Maryann Cusimano Love is an effective presenter who favors participatory techniques.Satomi Ichikawa, creator of the Nora books, lives in Paris, France.
Flame in the Mist (Hardcover) (Renee Ahdieh)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x 1.5 Inches (D)Weight: 1.15 PoundsNumber of Pages: 416Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: HistoricalFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Renee AhdiehAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book The daughter of a prominent samurai, Mariko has long known her place--she may be an accomplished alchemist, but because she isn't a boy, her future has always been out of her hands. At just seventeen years old, Mariko is promised to Minamoto Raiden, the son of the emperor's favorite consort--a political marriage that will elevate her family's standing. But en route to the imperial city of Inako, Mariko narrowly escapes a bloody ambush by a dangerous gang of bandits known as the Black Clan, who she learns has been hired to kill her before she reaches the palace. Dressed as a peasant boy, Mariko sets out to infiltrate the ranks of the Black Clan, determined to track down the person responsible for the cartnear on her back. Book Synopsis From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wrath and the Dawn, comes a sweeping, action-packed YA adventure set against the backdrop of Feudal Japan where Mulan meets Throne of Glass. The daughter of a prominent samurai, Mariko has long known her place--she may be an accomplished alchemist, whose cunning rivals that of her brother Kenshin, but because she is not a boy, her future has always been out of her hands. At just seventeen years old, Mariko is promised to Minamoto Raiden, the son of the emperor's favorite consort--a political marriage that will elevate her family's standing. But en route to the imperial city of Inako, Mariko narrowly escapes a bloody ambush by a dangerous gang of bandits known as the Black Clan, who she learns has been hired to kill her before she reaches the palace. Dressed as a peasant boy, Mariko sets out to infiltrate the Black Clan and track down those responsible for the cartnear on her back. Once she's within their ranks, though, Mariko finds for the first time she's appreciated for her intellect and abilities. She even finds herself falling in love--a love that will force her to question everything she's ever known about her family, her purpose, and her deepest desires. Review Quotes Praise for Flame in the Mist New York Times Bestseller A Spring 2017 Amazon Pick - Spring's Best Young Adult FictionA PW Best Summer Book of 2017 ★ "[A]n elaborate fantasy set in feudal Japan . . . Ahdieh (The Wrath & the Dawn) is immensely skilled at crafting vibrant settings inhabited by sympathetic characters with rich pasts . . . readers will enthusiastically anticipate the next installment."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "Ahdieh's first duology (begun with The Wrath and the Dawn, 2015) propelled her to the top of the charts, and this new series starter brings that same blend of history, magic, and sensuality that drew readers in the first place."--Booklist "This story of female empowerment will resonate with girls today. This novel has something for every reader to savor: a budding romance, invention of new weaponry, and detailed battle scenes."--School Library Connection "This story . . . will undoubtedly enthrall readers."--Kirkus Reviews "Rich in magical realism and cultural nuance of feudal Japan, Ahdieh's series starter begins with a girl-power bang. . . . A wonderful choice for YA shelves, especially where lush fantasy is popular."--School Library Journal "[A] fun feudal samurai drama. . . . an action-packed and well-paced young adult novel."--The Washington Post "Filled with strong female characters, action and adventure, and beautiful storytelling, Flame in the Mist offers a world you'll want to escape into for a long while."--BuzzFeed Romance, action and magic intertwine in this novel likely to keep readers enthralled.--Deseret News "This richly imagined, action-packed adventure, featuring a feisty heroine and set in feudal Japan, comes from the acclaimed author of The Wrath & The Dawn and The Rose & The Dagger. . . . Ahdieh is a superb craftsman, and this engaging tale of betrayal and revenge ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the reader eagerly awaiting the next book."--Buffalo News "Rich world-building in feudal-era Japan and plenty of intrigue make this page-turning young-adult novel a winning foray into fantasy."--Austin American Statesman "[With] Flame in the Mist, Ahdieh has gifted us a new series to obsess over. If you live for books that have lush worlds, swoony romance and non-stop action, you'll want to read this."--Paste Magazine "Even in the long line of fictional females who pose as male to thwart patriarchal restrictions, Mariko stands out. . . . The novel's surprising, tumultuous ending leaves the reader eagerly anticipating a sequel, impatient to find out what iteration of herself Mariko will invent next."--Chicago Tribune "Set to marry the emperor's son, Mariko is attacked by hired bandits en route to meet him. To uncover the truth behind the assassination attempt, Renée Ahdieh's heroine must infiltrate the assailants' gang --disguised as a man."--US Weekly "From the best-selling author of The Wrath and the Dawn duology, comes a new adventure. Set in Feudal Japan, Mariko has long known that despite her talent and intelligence, her future lies in making an advantageous political marriage. Traveling to the capital city for her marriage, she narrowly escapes an assassination attempt. Determined to get to the bottom of the plot, she dresses as a boy and infiltrates the gang sent to kill her. If you liked Disney's Mulan, you'll like this."--The Newark Advocate "Anyone who has read Renée Ahdieh's The Wrath and the Dawn duology (and if you haven't -- get on it!) will be thrilled that she's releasing a new novel this year, called Flame in the Mist. Set in feudal Japan, this story follows a young woman named Mariko, who is the daughter of a samurai. On the way to be married in order to help her family's political standing, Mariko's group is attacked, and she poses as a boy to escape and infiltrate the clan of her enemies (attention: Mulan-lovers!)."--PopCrush "Alchemy, samurai, and Renée Ahdieh. Need we say more?"--Culturess "Beautifully written and masterfully plotted . . . Shades of Mulan and 47 Ronin frame the novel, but the fantasy elements and the vivid characters give the story its own distinct flavor . . . a definite must-read!"--RT Book Reviews "As author Renée Ahdieh did with her debut, The Wrath & the Dawn, Flame in the Mist explores a young woman's power and strength to effect great change in a patriarchal society. And the realistic stories, fascinating culture and complex relationships of Ahdieh's fictional characters--explored in actual, historical settings--are completely enrapturing."--BookPage "Consider us #blessed to have a new series from Renee Ahdieh, because Flame in the Mist has her signature lush and dangerous romantic adventure vibes we loved so much in The Wrath and the Dawn."--Bustle "Swoony dudes, new worlds, and crazy high stakes . . . [Flame in the Mist is] the kind of book that'll have you staying up late and calling in sick, just so you can finish it in one sitting."--Brit + Co "With Flame in the Mist, Renée Ahdieh delivers a vibrant, action-packed historical fantasy that unfurls in Feudal Japan . . . Ahdieh creates characters you long to learn more about. She's adept at building a world that feels enchanting, hypnotic, real and sensual. Every page shimmers with intrigue and desire."--USA Today Happy Ever After "The story is full of palace intrigue, disguises, magic, and Mariko's search to find a place where she can be herself--not a bargaining chip, a daughter, a sister, or a prisoner. . . . Fans of Tamora Pierce and Kristin Cashore will enjoy this magical feudal tale."--VOYA Praise for The Wrath and the Dawn: #1 New York Times Bestseller #4 on the Summer 2015 Kids' Indie Next List! An Amazon Best Book of the Year for 2015 - Young Adult A New York Public Library Best Book for Teens for 2015 A Seventeen Magazine Best Book of 2015 A YALSA 2016 Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick "Lushly imagined and powerfully characterized, it's a potent page-turner of intrigue and romance."--Publishers Weekly "This book is a fairy tale, a mystery, and ... promises to become a classic tale of its own."--VOYA ★ "Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and a simmering revolution, this isa carefully constructed narrative of uncertain loyalties, searing romance, and subtle magic in a harsh desert city."--Booklist, starred review ★ "The rich, Middle Eastern cultural context adds to the author's adept world building... a surefire hit with teens."--School Library Journal, starred review ★ "Renée Ahdieh's lush debut novel, The Wrath and the Dawn, is a suspenseful and beautiful reimagining of The Arabian Nights, with an edge."--Shelf Awareness, starred review "Dreamily romantic, deliciously angst-y, addictively thrilling."--Kirkus Reviews "Sumptuous detail ... satisfyingly steamy scenes, along with some angsty push and pull moments between the two for optimal romantic tension."--BCCB "Don't be surprised if the pages melt away and you find yourself racing through warm, golden sands or drinking spiced wine in cool marble courtyards. This is an intoxicating gem of a story. You will fall in love, just as I did."--Marie Lu, New York Times bestselling author of the Legend series and The Young Elites "In her absorbing debut, Renée Ahdieh spins a tale as mesmerizing as that of her heroine Shahrzad, filled with lush details and brimming with tension. The Wrath and the Dawn is truly an exceptional story, beautifully written."--Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth "Ahdieh weaves a world that is lush with detail. You will want to hear, taste, and touch everything. But it's not just the world that is vividly alive. The characters are fascinating too: I loved the friendships, romance, and shifts in feeling. A beautifully written book, The Wrath and the Dawn is a story I could not put down."--Marie Rutkoski, author of The Winner's Trilogy Praise for The Rose and the Dagger #1 New York Times Bestseller ★ "Beautiful, lyrical writing combines with a cohesive plot, richly drawn backdrop, and just the right mix of action and romance to create an undeniable new classic."--School Library Journal, starred review "Above all there is the shattering, triumphant catharsis of love... In a story about stories, love is 'the power to speak without words.' Thrillingly full of feeling."--Kirkus Reviews "Fiery romance, a spirited heroine, shifting loyalties... With more than a few heartrending twists and turns."--Booklist "[Ahdieh's] prose remains lush and evocative, ideal for sand-swept landscapes and racing hearts."--VOYA About The Author Renée Ahdieh is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Wrath and the Dawn and The Rose and the Dagger. In her spare time, she likes to dance salsa and collect shoes. She is passionate about all kinds of curry, rescue dogs, and college basketball. The first few years of her life were spent in a high-rise in South Korea; consequently, Renée enjoys having her head in the clouds. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband and their tiny overlord of a dog.
Dark Witch (Reissue) (Paperback) (Nora Roberts)
Dimensions (Overall): 6.7 Inches (H) x 4.2 Inches (W) x 1 Inches (D)Weight: .35 PoundsNumber of Pages: 339Genre: Fiction + Literature GenresSub-Genre: RomanceSeries Title: Cousins O'Dwyer TrilogyFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Berkley Pub GroupAuthor: Nora RobertsAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes a trilogy about the land we're drawn to, the family we learn to cherish, and the people we long to love... Book One of The Cousins O'Dwyer TrilogyDark Witch With indifferent parents, Iona Sheehan grew up craving devotion and acceptance. From her maternal grandmother, she learned where to find both: a land of lush forests, dazzling lakes, and centuries-old legends. Ireland. County Mayo, to be exact. Where her ancestors' blood and magic have flowed through generations--and where her destiny awaits. Iona arrives in Ireland with nothing but her Nan's directions, an unfailingly optimistic attitude, and an innate talent with horses. Not far from the luxurious castle where she is spending a week, she finds her cousins, Branna and Connor O'Dwyer. And since family is family, they invite her into their home and their lives. When Iona lands a job at the local stables, she meets the owner, Boyle McGrath. Cowboy, pirate, wild tribal horsemen, he's three of her biggest fantasy weaknesses all in one big, bold package. Iona realizes that here she can make a home for herself--and live her life as she wants, even if that means falling head over heels for Boyle. But nothing is as it seems. An ancient evil has wound its way around Iona's family tree and must be defeated. Family and friends will fight with each other and for each other to keep the promise of hope--and love--alive... Don't miss the other books in the Cousins O'Dwyer TrilogyShadow SpellBlood Magick Review Quotes Praise for Dark Witch "Roberts works her own brand of literary magic as she begins a new trilogy featuring the cousins O'Dwyer."--Booklist "Magical, romantic, compelling and appealing--Roberts at her best."--Kirkus Reviews "Roberts spins a mesmerizing tale of good vs. evil."--Library Journal About The Author Nora Roberts is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels. She is also the author of the bestselling futuristic suspense series written under the pen name J. D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print.
Secret Service Dogs : The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States (Reprint) (Paperback) - by Maria Goodavage
Dimensions (Overall): 7.8 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .57 PoundsNumber of Pages: 305Genre: Pets, HistorySub-Genre: DogsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Maria GoodavageAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis In an age fraught with terrorism, United States Secret Service canine teams risk their lives to safeguard the president, vice president, their families, visiting heads of state, and a host of others. Unprecedented access to these heroic dog teams has allowed a fascinating first-time-ever look at a very special breed of heroes. Wherever the president goes, there will be dogs. They'll be there no matter what the country or state. They'll be there regardless of the political climate, the danger level, the weather, or the hour. "If you let down your guard on the job," says Special Agent Bill G., canine program manager, "it can change the history of the world." It's a burden Secret Service dog handlers take extremely seriously, regardless of their specialty. Tactical dog handlers on the White House lawn, handlers whose dogs sniff for explosives around the world, and those who walk their amiable floppy-eared dogs up and down Pennsylvania Avenue all live one common mantra: Not on my watch. Or my dog's. Secret Service Dogs immerses readers into the heart of this elite world of canine teams who protect first families, popes, and presidential candidates: the selection of dogs and handlers, their year-round training, their missions around the world, and, most important, the bond--the glue that holds the teams together and can mean the difference between finding bombs and terrorists or letting them slip by. "These animals will gladly run into a hail of gunfire," says Stew, a Secret Service ERT tactical canine unit supervisor. "All they ask in return is for their handlers to throw the ball with them, pet them, and talk to them in an embarrassingly high voice." Secret Service Dogs celebrates the Secret Service's most unforgettable canine heroes. It is a must-read for fans of Maria Goodavage, anyone who wants a rare inside view of the United States Secret Service, or just loves dogs. Review Quotes A pawesome book on the lives of Secret Service dogs.--Time "Secret Service Dogs offers an inside look at these animals; how they're selected, trained, and save the president from bad guys. . . . A collection of funny, dramatic, and heartfelt anecdotes."--MensJournal.com "Even non-dog lovers will be fascinated by Maria Goodavage's in-depth examination of the highly trained canines and their equally impressive human handlers in Secret Service Dogs."--The Associated Press "A wonderful account and history of these unsung heroes at work every day to make the world safer. . . . An important addition to the works that shows how dogs really are man's best friend. --Library Journal "Goodavage compels readers with stories of the bonds between Secret Service dogs and their handlers. A must-read for the dog lover." --Booklist The latest treat for dog lovers by Goodavage."--Kirkus Reviews"Packed with colorful vignettes, this rich tapestry serves up a combination of history, cases, and appetizing personal recollections of handlers with their special working partners."--American Kennel Club "A fascinating read. . . . A celebration of how training, heart, friendship, and duty can bring out the best in all of us. And it just goes to show you . . . everything's better when dogs are involved."--San Francisco Book Review"Secret Service Dogs tells the incredible story of the fearless animals who put their lives on the line every day to protect the First Family and the men and women of the Secret Service who love them. It is a heartwarming and compelling read that offers an inside look at the incredible bond between these dogs and their handlers--a uniquely American story of bravery, loyalty, and love."--Kate Andersen Brower, #1 New York Times bestselling author of First Women and The Residence "It has been said that the best nonfiction books are those that reveal a hidden world to the reader: a place they wouldn't otherwise be able to experience. Maria Goodavage's Secret Service Dogs is that kind of book--a well-researched and compelling read not only for dog lovers, but anyone interested in seeing high-level White House security operations from an insider's perspective."--Gerald Petievich, former US Secret Service special agent, author of To Live and Die in LA, The Sentinel, and other Secret Service novels"As a guide dog user and survivor of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, I appreciate and understand the value of the teamwork and trust that bind a canine unit such as those portrayed in Secret Service Dogs. This book is a must-read not only for anyone who wishes to better understand dogs, but also because it is just a really good story. Maria Goodavage captured me right from page one. As Larry King said about my own book, Thunder Dog, 'This is a page-turner.' After reading Secret Service Dogs you will have a new and stronger appreciation for how to build a relationship with your own animal colleagues and friends. Enjoy. The read is well worth your time."--Michael Hingson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Thunder Dog "Maria Goodavage takes us into a world that few know about and shows us just how special these dogs are. Although their work is serious, none of it could happen without the special relationships between the dogs and their handlers that come shining through."--Gregory Berns, author of How Dogs Love Us About The Author Maria Goodavage is a veteran journalist and the New York Times bestselling author of Secret Service Dogs, Top Dog, and Soldier Dogs. She lives in San Francisco with her family and yellow Lab, Gus Kilroy.
How to Be an Antiracist - by Ibram X Kendi (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inch (W) x 1.1 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 320Genre: Political ScienceSub-Genre: Civil RightsFormat: HardcoverPublisher: One WorldAuthor: Ibram X KendiAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book The National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning offers a bracingly original approach to understanding and uprooting racism and inequality in society--and in ourselves.lves. Book Synopsis #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning comes a "groundbreaking" (Time) approach to understanding and uprooting racism and inequality in our society--and in ourselves. "The most courageous book to date on the problem of race in the Western mind."--The New York Times NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review - Time - NPR - The Washington Post - Shelf Awareness - Library Journal - Publishers Weekly - Kirkus Reviews Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and reenergizes the conversation about racism--and, even more fundamentally, points us toward liberating new ways of thinking about ourselves and each other. At its core, racism is a powerful system that creates false hierarchies of human value; its warped logic extends beyond race, from the way we regard people of different ethnicities or skin colors to the way we treat people of different sexes, gender identities, and body types. Racism intersects with class and culture and geography and even changes the way we see and value ourselves. In How to Be an Antiracist, Kendi takes readers through a widening circle of antiracist ideas--from the most basic concepts to visionary possibilities--that will help readers see all forms of racism clearly, understand their poisonous consequences, and work to oppose them in our systems and in ourselves. Kendi weaves an electrifying combination of ethics, history, law, and science with his own personal story of awakening to antiracism. This is an essential work for anyone who wants to go beyond the awareness of racism to the next step: contributing to the formation of a just and equitable society. Praise for How to Be an Antiracist "Ibram X. Kendi's new book, How to Be an Antiracist, couldn't come at a better time. . . . Kendi has gifted us with a book that is not only an essential instruction manual but also a memoir of the author's own path from anti-black racism to anti-white racism and, finally, to antiracism. . . . How to Be an Antiracist gives us a clear and compelling way to approach, as Kendi puts it in his introduction, 'the basic struggle we're all in, the struggle to be fully human and to see that others are fully human.' "--NPR "Kendi dissects why in a society where so few people consider themselves to be racist the divisions and inequalities of racism remain so prevalent. How to Be an Antiracist punctures the myths of a post-racial America, examining what racism really is--and what we should do about it."--Time Review Quotes "What do you do after you have written Stamped From the Beginning, an award-winning history of racist ideas? . . . If you're Ibram X. Kendi, you craft another stunner of a book. . . . What emerges from these insights is the most courageous book to date on the problem of race in the Western mind, a confessional of self-examination that may, in fact, be our best chance to free ourselves from our national nightmare."--The New York Times "Ibram Kendi is today's visionary in the enduring struggle for racial justice. In this personal and revelatory new work, he yet again holds up a transformative lens, challenging both mainstream and antiracist orthodoxy. He illuminates the foundations of racism in revolutionary new ways, and I am consistently challenged and inspired by his analysis. How to Be an Antiracist offers us a necessary and critical way forward."--Robin DiAngelo, New York Times bestselling author of White Fragility "Ibram Kendi's work, through both his books and the Antiracist Research and Policy Center, is vital in today's sociopolitical climate. As a society, we need to start treating antiracism as action, not emotion--and Kendi is helping us do that."--Ijeoma Oluo, author of So You Want to Talk About Race "Ibrahim Kendi uses his own life journey to show us why becoming an antiracist is as essential as it is difficult. Equal parts memoir, history, and social commentary, this book is honest, brave, and most of all liberating."--James Forman, Jr., Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Locking Up Our Own "A boldly articulated, historically informed explanation of what exactly racist ideas and thinking are . . . [Kendi's] prose is thoughtful, sincere, and polished. This powerful book will spark many conversations."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A combination of memoir and extension of [Kendi's] towering Stamped from the Beginning . . . Never wavering . . . Kendi methodically examines racism through numerous lenses: power, biology, ethnicity, body, culture, and so forth. . . . This unsparing honesty helps readers, both white and people of color, navigate this difficult intellectual territory. . . . Essential."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "In this sharp blend of social commentary and memoir . . . Kendi is ready to spread his message, his stories serving as a springboard for potent explorations of race, gender, colorism, and more. . . . With Stamped From the Beginning, Kendi proved himself a first-rate historian. Here, his willingness to turn the lens on himself marks him as a courageous activist, leading the way to a more equitable society."--Library Journal (starred review) About The Author Ibram X. Kendi is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities at Boston University and the founding director of the BU Center for Antiracist Research. He is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a CBS News correspondent. He is the author of many books including Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America, which won the National Book Award for Nonfiction, and three #1 New York Times bestsellers, How to Be an Antiracist; Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You, co-authored with Jason Reynolds; and Antiracist Baby, illustrated by Ashley Lukashevsky. In 2020, Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
Miss Rumphius - (Picture Puffin Books) by Barbara Cooney (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.8 Inches (H) x 9.6 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)Weight: .26 PoundsNumber of Pages: 32Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: GeneralSeries Title: Picture Puffin BooksFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Puffin BooksAuthor: Barbara CooneyAge Range: Baby - 3 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Cooney's beloved American Book Award winner now comes to Puffin Storytime. Full color. Pkg. Book Synopsis Alice made a promise to make the world a more beautiful place, then a seed of an idea is planted and blossoms into a beautiful plan. This beloved classic and celebration of nature--written by a beloved Caldecott winner--is lovelier than ever! Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines that bloom along the coast of Maine are the legacy of the real Miss Rumphius, the Lupine Lady, who scattered lupine seeds everywhere she went. Miss Rumphius received the American Book Award in the year of publication. The illustrations have been reoriginated, going back to the original art to ensure state-of-the-art reproduction of Cooney's exquisite artwork. The art for Miss Rumphius has a permanent home in the Bowdoin College Museum of Art. About The Author Like Miss Rumphius, the late Barbara Cooney traveled the world, lived in a house by the sea in Maine, and, through her art, made the world more beautiful. A two-time Caldecott Medal winner, Cooney is known for beautifully illustrated books such as her adaptation of Chaucer's The Nun Preist's Tale (Caldecott Winner, 1959), and Miss Rumphius, winner of both the American Book Award and a New York Times citation in 1982.
Blood Promise (Reprint) (Paperback) by Richelle Mead
Dimensions (Overall): 8.34 Inches (H) x 5.46 Inches (W) x 1.31 Inches (D)Weight: 1.08 PoundsNumber of Pages: 512Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Social Issues / Friendship, General, Science Fiction + Fantasy + MagicFormat: PaperbackPublisher: RazorbillAuthor: Richelle MeadAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book When the Strigoi attack St. Vladimir's, they take some of their victims with them, including Dimitri. He'd rather die than become one of them. Now Rose must abandon her best friend in order to keep her promise to Dimitri. Book Synopsis The recent Strigoi attack at St. Vladimir's Academy was the deadliest ever in the school's history, claiming the lives of Moroi students, teachers, and guardians alike. Even worse, the Strigoi took some of their victims with them . . . including Dimitri.He'd rather die than be one of them, and now Rose must abandon her best friend, Lissa--the one she has sworn to protect no matter what--and keep the promise Dimitri begged her to make long ago. But with everything at stake, how can she possibly destroy the person she loves most? Review Quotes ? . . . The most exciting yet . . . Mead's storytelling improves with each installment, as she keeps readers on the edge of their seats while adding a few unexpected twists.? ?The Associated Press " . . . The most exciting yet . . . Mead's storytelling improves with each installment, as she keeps readers on the edge of their seats while adding a few unexpected twists." - The Associated Press About The Author Richelle Mead lives in Seattle and is the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Vampire Academy series. When not writing, she can be found watching bad movies, inventing recipes, and buying far too many dresses.
Theodore Boone 3 (Hardcover) by John Grisham
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x 1.3 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 272Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Law & CrimeFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Penguin Group (USA) IncorporatedAuthor: John GrishamAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Theo Boone might only be 13, but he's already uncovered key evidence in a groundbreaking murder trial and discovered the truth behind his best friend's abduction. Now with the latest unfolding of events in Strattenburg, Theo will face his biggest challenge yet. Book Synopsis Theodore Boone is back! And he's ready for his next big case Theo Boone might only be thirteen, but he's already uncovered key evidence in a groundbreaking murder trial and discovered the truth behind his best friend's abduction. Now with the latest unfolding of events in Strattenburg, Theo will face his biggest challenge yet. Filled with the intrigue and page-turning suspense that made John Grisham a #1 international bestseller and the undisputed master of the legal thriller, Theodore Boone's adventures will keep readers enthralled until the very last page. Review Quotes -"John Grisham is about as good a storyteller as we've got." --The New York Times Book Review-Another swift Grisham thrillerette. --The New York Times on The Abduction-Theo is a terrific character, an everyman kind of kid. . . . There are many positive messages wrapped in this entertaining story that appeals to the kid in all of us. --USA Today, on The Abduction Added praise for the Theodore Boone seriesNot since Nancy Drew has a nosy, crime-obsessed kid been so hard to resist. -The New York TimesClassic Grisham. -The Los Angeles Times Smartly written. -- USA TodayGrisham is an absolute master.--Washington PostEdge-of-your-seat drama, sophisticated plotting, and plenty of spunk.--Chicago Sun-TimesGripping . . . I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery.--Scholastic News About The Author John Grisham is the author of a collection of stories, a work of nonfiction, three sports novels, four kids' books, and many legal thrillers. His work has been translated into forty-two languages. He lives near Charlottesville, Virginia.
Who Was Andrew Jackson? - (Who Was...?) by Douglas Yacka (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .25 PoundsNumber of Pages: 107Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: Biography & AutobiographySeries Title: Who Was...?Format: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Douglas YackaAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Controversial in his day and still controversial now, the seventh American president left his mark on American history. Yacka captures the many sides of Jackson, whose life began just before the Revolution and ended not long before the Civil War. Illustrations. Book Synopsis Controversial in his day and still controversial now, President Andrew Jackson left his mark on American history. Seventh President Andrew Jackson was a man of contradictions: quick tempered and brash, he often seemed to look for fights, but he was so devoted to his wife, he quit Congress twice to be by her side. He was a celebrated war hero who nevertheless most enjoyed his serene life in Tennessee. Although he saw himself as a champion of the poor, he grew to be a rich plantation owner owning many slaves. He adopted a young Native American as his son despite ordering the expulsion of tribes --hundreds of thousands of people--from their homeland in the Southeast. Douglas Yacka captures the many sides of Andrew Jackson, whose life began just before the Revolution and ended not long before the Civil War. This book in the New York Times best-selling series contains eighty illustrations that help bring the story to life. About The Author Douglas Yacka is the author of Eat, Drink, and Be Mad Libs and co-author of Give My Regards to Mad Libs.
Llama Llama Hide & Seek - by Anna Dewdney (Board Book)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.1 Inches (H) x 7.3 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .57 PoundsNumber of Pages: 12Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: AnimalsSeries Title: Llama LlamaFormat: Board BookPublisher: Grosset & DunlapAuthor: Anna DewdneyAge Range: 4-8 YearsBook theme: GeneralLanguage: English About the Book "Llama Llama can't find his fuzzy llama! Where could he be? Near the blocks? Behind the door? Beneath the bed? Help Llama Llama look for his beloved Fuzzy!"--Page 4 of cover. Book Synopsis Have fun playing hide and seek with Llama Llama in this sturdy board book featuring flaps and a mirror for only $12.99. Llama Llama can't find his Fuzzy Llama anywhere. Where could he be? Near the blocks? Behind the door? Beneath the bed? Children will love following along and lifting the flaps as LLama looks for his beloved Fuzzy. This $12.99 casebound book includes flaps on every spread and a mirror at the end in a story that kids will want to read over and over again! About The Author Anna Dewdney was a teacher, mother, and enthusiastic proponent of reading aloud to children. She continually honed her skills as an artist and writer and published her first Llama Llama book in 2005. Her passion for creating extended to home and garden and she lovingly restored an eighteenth-century farmhouse in southern Vermont. She wrote, painted, gardened, and lived there with her partner, Reed, her two daughters, two wirehaired pointing griffons, and one bulldog. Anna passed away in 2016, but her spirit will live on in her books.
What Is the Constitution? - (What Was...?) by Patricia Brennan Demuth (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.5 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .3 PoundsNumber of Pages: 112Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: HistorySeries Title: What Was...?Format: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Patricia Brennan DemuthAge Range: 4-8 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Signed on September 17, 1787, the Constitution laid out the supreme law of the United States of America. Here is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the hotly fought issues and the key players who suffered through countless revisions to make the Constitution happen. Illustrations. Book Synopsis We the people at Who HQ bring readers the full story--arguments and all--of how the United States Constitution came into being. Signed on September 17, 1787--four years after the American War for Independence--the Constitution laid out the supreme law of the United States of America. Today it's easy for us to take this blueprint of our government for granted. But the Framers--fifty-five men from almost all of the original 13 states--argued fiercely for many months over what ended up being only a four-page document. Here is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the hotly fought issues--those between Northern and Southern States; big states and little ones--and the key players such as James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and George Washington who suffered through countless revisions to make the Constitution happen. About The Author Patricia Brennan Demuth is the author of several Who HQ titles, including Who Was Bill Gates?, What Was Ellis Island?, What Was Pearl Harbor?, and Who Was Charlie Chaplin? Tim Foley is a freelance illustrator who currently lives and works in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Faithful Place (Reprint) (Paperback) by Tana French
Dimensions (Overall): 8.37 Inches (H) x 5.63 Inches (W) x .91 Inches (D)Weight: .77 PoundsNumber of Pages: 400Genre: Fiction + Literature Themes, Fiction + Literature GenresSub-Genre: SuspenseFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Tana FrenchAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis From Tana French, author of the forthcoming novel The Searcher, "the most important crime novelist to emerge in the past 10 years" (The Washington Post), the bestseller called "the most stunning of her books" (The New York Times) and a finalist for the Edgar Award. Back in 1985, Frank Mackey was a nineteen-year-old kid with a dream of escaping hisi family's cramped flat on Faithful Place and running away to London with his girl, Rosie Daly. But on the night they were supposed to leave, Rosie didn't show. Frank took it for granted that she'd dumped him-probably because of his alcoholic father, nutcase mother, and generally dysfunctional family. He never went home again. Neither did Rosie. Then, twenty-two years later, Rosie's suitcase shows up behind a fireplace in a derelict house on Faithful Place, and Frank, now a detective in the Dublin Undercover squad, is going home whether he likes it or not. Review Quotes "Tana French's mysteries are like big old trees: the deeper their roots, the more luxurious the foliage they wave in your face." --Marilyn Stasio, The New York Times Book Review "French does something fresh with every novel, each one as powerful as the last but in a very different manner. Perhaps she has superpowers of her own? Whatever the source of her gift, it's only growing more miraculous with every book." --Laura Miller, Salon.com "An expertly rendered, gripping new novel" --Janet Maslin, The New York Times "Irish writer Tana French hit the big time with her stunning cop-drama debut, "In the Woods," and followed it with an equally brilliant book, "The Likeness." Both demonstrated French's gift for merging the best traits of the crime genre with the compassionate insights and nimble prose associated with "serious" literature. A third dazzler, "Faithful Place," puts Detective Frank Mackey, a supporting actor from "The Likeness," front and center." --The Seattle Times "French's emotionally searing third novel of the Dublin Murder Squad (after The Likeness) shows the Irish author getting better with each book." --Publisher's Weekly (starred review) "[French] revisits, evocatively and lyrically, themes she's used before: love, loss, memory, murder, and life in modern Ireland. French's writing remains brilliant, and her dialogue is sharp, often lacerating, and sometimes mordantly funny. Faithful Place is her best book yet." --Booklist (starred review) "The charming narrative will leave readers begging for a sequel." --Kirkus Reviews "Powerful...An authentic Irish heartbreaker" --The Star-Ledger (Newark) About The Author Tana French is also the author of In the Woods, The Likeness, Faithful Place, Broken Harbor, The Secret Place and The Trespasser. Her books have won awards including the Edgar, Anthony, Macavity, and Barry awards, the Los Angeles Times Award for Best Mystery/Thriller, and the Irish Book Award for Crime Fiction. She lives in Dublin with her family.
Salvation in Death ( Death) (Reprint) (Paperback) by J. D. Robb
Dimensions (Overall): 6.6 Inches (H) x 4.4 Inches (W) x 1.05 Inches (D)Weight: .4 PoundsNumber of Pages: 373Genre: Fiction + Literature Themes, Mystery + CrimeSub-Genre: Mystery + Crime, SuspenseSeries Title: DeathFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Berkley Pub. GroupAuthor: J. D. RobbAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book Ancient church rituals meet cutting-edge crime-solving in the latest novel in the #1 "New York Times"-bestselling series. In the year 2060, sophisticated investigative tools can help catch a killer. But there are some questions even the most advanced technologies cannot answer. Book Synopsis Ancient church rituals meet cutting-edge crime-solving in this thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling series featuring NYPSD Lieutenant Eve Dallas. Seconds after partaking of wine during a Catholic funeral mass, Father Miguel Flores is dead on the altar. Detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas confirms that the consecrated wine contained enough potassium cyanide to kill a rhino. And though the East Harlem neighborhood is a long way from the stone mansion she shares with her billionaire husband Roarke, it's the holiness flying around St. Christobal's that makes her uneasy. The autopsy reveals faint scars of knife wounds, a removed tattoo--and evidence of plastic surgery suggesting "Father Flores" may not be the man his parishioners thought. Now, as Eve pieces together clues that suggest identity theft, gang connections, and a deeply personal act of revenge, she hopes to track down whoever committed this unholy act. Until a second murder--in front of an even larger crowd of worshippers--knocks the whole investigation sideways... Review Quotes Praise for the In Death series "Robb is a virtuoso."--Seattle Post-Intelligencer "It's Law & Order: SVU--in the future."--Entertainment Weekly "J. D. Robb's In Death novels are can't-miss pleasures."--#1 New York Times bestselling author Harlan Coben "Anchored by terrific characters, sudden twists that spin the whole narrative on a dime, and a thrills-to-chills ration that will raise the neck hairs of even the most jaded reader, the J. D. Robb books are the epitome of great popular fiction."--New York Times bestselling author Dennis Lehane About The Author J. D. Robb is the pseudonym for a #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels, including the bestselling In Death series. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print.
Hey! Who Stole the Toilet? (George Brown, Class Clown Series #8) (Paperback) by Nancy E. Krulik
Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)Weight: .3 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction, Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Readers / Chapter Books, Social Issues / General, Science Fiction + Fantasy + MagicSeries Title: George Brown, Class Clown Series #8Format: PaperbackPublisher: Grosset & DunlapAuthor: Nancy E. KrulikAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book George cannot wait to go on his first camping trip with the Beaver Scouts, but once in the wilderness his magical super burp returns, awakening animals including, perhaps, the Ferocious Furry Frog. Illustrations. Book Synopsis George goes WILD in the wild! In the eighth book of Nancy Krulik's popular George Brown, Class Clown series, George Brown is going on his first camping trip with his scout troop. After a trial run with his dad in the backyard, George can't wait to head out into the wilderness. It doesn't take long, though, for the Super Burp to drown out the soothing sounds of babbling brooks and bird calls. Too bad there's no such thing as a bug spray for burps! About The Author Nancy Krulik lives in New York, New York. Aaron Blecha lives in London, England.
Twisted Twenty-Six - (Stephanie Plum) by Janet Evanovich (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.5 Inches (H) x 4.1 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)Weight: .4 PoundsNumber of Pages: 320Genre: Fiction + Literature GenresSub-Genre: Mystery & DetectiveSeries Title: Stephanie PlumFormat: PaperbackPublisher: G.P. Putnam's SonsAuthor: Janet EvanovichAge Range: AdultBook theme: Women SleuthsLanguage: English Book Synopsis This isn't just another case. This is family. How far will Stephanie Plum go to protect the one person who means the most to her? The stakes have never been higher in this #1 New York Times bestseller from Janet Evanovich. Grandma Mazur has decided to get married again - this time to a local gangster named Jimmy Rosolli. If Stephanie has her doubts about this marriage, she doesn't have to worry for long, because the groom drops dead of a heart attack 45 minutes after saying, I do. A sad day for Grandma Mazur turns into something far more dangerous when Jimmy's former business partners are convinced that his new widow is keeping the keys to a financial windfall all to herself. But the one thing these wise guys didn't count on was the widow's bounty hunter granddaughter, who'll do anything to save her. About The Author Over the course of the last 25 years, Janet Evanovich has written a staggering 23 #1 New York Times bestsellers in the Stephanie Plum series. In addition to the Plum novels, Janet has co-written the New York Times bestselling series, Fox and O'Hare novels (including The Big Kahuna with Peter Evanovich), the Knight and Moon novels, the Lizzy and Diesel series, the Alexandra Barnaby novels, and coauthor of a graphic novel, Troublemaker, with her daughter, Alex.
Wedding Party - by Jasmine Guillory (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 320Genre: Fiction + Literature GenresSub-Genre: RomanceFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group USAAuthor: Jasmine GuilloryAge Range: AdultBook theme: Multicultural & Interracial, Contemporary, African AmericanLanguage: English About the Book "The next charming romance by The New York Timesbestselling author of The Proposal. Maddie and Theo have two things in common: 1. Alexa is their best friend 2. They hate each other After an "oops, we made a mistake" night together, neither one can stop thinking about the other. With Alexa's wedding rapidly approaching, Maddie and Theo both share bridal party responsibilities that require more interaction with each other than they're comfortable with. Underneath the sharp barbs they toss at each other is a simmering attraction that won't fade. It builds until they find themselves sneaking off together to release some tension when Alexa isn't looking. But as with any engagement with a nemesis, there are unspoken rules that must be abided by. First and foremost, don't fall in love"-- Book Synopsis As seen on The Today Show! The new exhilarating New York Times bestselling romance from the author of The Proposal, a Reese Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine Book Club Pick! Maddie and Theo have two things in common: 1. Alexa is their best friend 2. They hate each other After an "oops, we made a mistake" night together, neither one can stop thinking about the other. With Alexa's wedding rapidly approaching, Maddie and Theo both share bridal party responsibilities that require more interaction with each other than they're comfortable with. Underneath the sharp barbs they toss at each other is a simmering attraction that won't fade. It builds until they find themselves sneaking off together to release some tension when Alexa isn't looking, agreeing they would end it once the wedding is over. When it's suddenly pushed up and they only have a few months left of secret rendezvouses, they find themselves regretting that the end is near. Two people this different can't possibly have a connection other than the purely physical, right? But as with any engagement with a nemesis, there are unspoken rules that must be abided by. First and foremost, don't fall in love. Review Quotes Praise for Jasmine Guillory and The Wedding Party "Another surefire hit."--PopSugar "I have to actively refrain from talking about Guillory and her novels IN ALL CAPS because I get VERY EXCITED--she's that good!"--Shondaland "Jasmine Guillory is the queen of contemporary romance."--Oprah Magazine "One of romance's brightest new voices."--Entertainment Weekly "A fresh take on the genre has emerged."--Man Repeller "If you want a juicy, modern twist on the classic enemies-to-lovers romance, Guillory has you covered with The Wedding Party."--Real Simple "Everything Jasmine Guillory touches turns to gold, and The Wedding Party is no exception."--Cosmopolitan "It's the perfect summer book."--Bustle "It's the most sweet, charming, and fun title yet."--HelloGiggles "The exhilaraitng new offering from Jasmine Guillory...The Wedding Party will seduce you with the unlikely rendesvous of Maddie and Theo."--Essence Magazine "Seriously sexy and wickedly smart."--Family Circle "Fun and playful-perfect for the beach."--Coastal Living "Effervescent and smart."--Shelf Awareness "Maddie and Theo are well-rounded people with authentic flaws who are worth rooting for."--Bookpage "A bit of wisdom: When Jasmine Guillory comes out with a book, buy it."--Refinery29 "Their passion transcends the pages."--Buzzfeed About The Author Jasmine Guillory is a lawyer, a graduate of Wellesley College and Stanford Law School, and a Bay Area native who lives in Oakland, California. She has been published in The Toast and The Hairpin, has towering stacks of books in her living room, a cake for every occasion, and upwards of fifty lipsticks. She is The New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Date and The Proposal. Visit her online at jasmineguillory.com and twitter.com/thebestjasmine.