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When teen delinquent Yusuke died saving a little kid, the afterlife didn't know what to do with him--so it gave him a second chance at life. Now, Yusuke is a ghost with a mission, performing good deeds at the behest of Botan, the ferrywoman of the River Styx, and Koenma, the judge of the dead.
Little ones are sure to love lifting the large, sturdy flaps in this summer-themed board book as they search for Baby's beach ball. Children will discover sparkly foil objects under the flaps until at last they find Baby's beach ball. Full color. It's summertime, and Baby is looking for the beach ba
Dragstripping , Jan Beatty's seventh collection of poems, takes readers to the literal dragstrip, the metaphorical dragstrip of the body, and the strip club, where the ecstatic is rescripted and where women disappear and reappear in the crosscut of gender. Transgressing into and out of poetic form,
The first in a new cozy Christmas series where the 12 annual Competitions of Christmas in the, close-knit town of Noel, North Carolina are underway! This year horse breeder, and newcomer, Jordyn Banks decides to take on the resident Christmas tree decorating champion, who happens to be her handsome
Originally published in 1955, Buck's book is a heartwarming story about sacrifice and the spirit of giving. Now with critically acclaimed artist Buehner's inspired illustrations, Christmas Day in the Morning will become a timeless holiday classic to be treasured by the entire family for generations
A powerful, step-by-step guide to help your child foster strength and resilience when faced with racial stress.
An essential new guide to navigating macroeconomic risk. The shocks and crises of recent years--pandemic, recession, inflation, war--have forced executives and investors to recognize that the macroeconomy is now a risk to be actively managed. Yet unreliable forecasting, pervasive doomsaying, and whi
Quantum theory is the bedrock of contemporary physics and the basis of understanding matter in its tiniest dimensions and the vast universe as a whole. But for many, the theory remains an impenetrable enigma. Now, two physicists seek to remedy this situation by both drawing on their scientific exper
Coven, Wanda: - Wanda Coven has always loved magic. When she was little, she used to make secret potions from smooshed shells and acorns. Then she would pretend to transport herself and her friends to enchanted places. Now she visits other worlds through writing. Wanda lives with her husband and son
A story by Nobel Prize-winning writer Jose Saramago, gorgeously illustrated in woodcuts by one of Brazil's most famous artists. When a lizard appears in the neighborhood of Chiado, in Lisbon, it surprises passers-by, and mobilizes firefighters and the army. With a clear and precise style, the fable
A down-and-out samurai who can’t even hold a sword enters a strange world of magic searching for honor and redemption.
This beautiful narrative non-fiction book invites readers to follow Little Mouse in her charmingly painted journey through the exploration of nature.
Nina Schuyler's novel, Afterword, was published in 2023. Her novel, The Translator, won the Next Generation Indie Book Award for General Fiction and was shortlisted for the William Saroyan International Writing Prize. Her novel, The Painting, was shortlisted for the Northern California Book Award. H
Unearth the true story of green-thumbed pioneer and activist Kate Sessions, who helped San Diego grow from a dry desert town into a lush, leafy city known for its gorgeous parks and gardens. Full color. Unearth the true story of green-thumbed pioneer and activist Kate Sessions, who helped San Diego
A deeply researched biography of the prominent and divisive writer Ayn Rand, whose pro-capitalist novels and nonfiction have influenced three generations of Americans
Discover what comes after mindfulness--an expansive guide to the limitless possibilities of meditative practice. Mindfulness is everywhere--touted as an essential part of a healthy lifestyle like exercise, diet, and good sleep. Yet many of us who practice mindfulness wonder: Now what? For anyone who
This long-awaited and much-needed volume shines new light on one of America's most beloved, and profound, poets--Lucille Clifton. Black Buffalo Woman is a deep, comprehensive dive into Clifton's work through the eyes of celebrated poet and scholar, Kazim Ali. Collecting chapters of Clifton's early m
Country Girl is Edna O'Brien's exquisite account of her dashing, barrier-busting, up-and-down life.-National Public Radio When Edna O'Brien's first novel, The Country Girls, was published in 1960, it so scandalized the O'Briens' local parish that the book was burned by its priest. O'Brien was undete
Collecting a fan-favorite era for Marvel's First Family, the Fantastic Four! Writers Roy Thomas and Len Wein, the artist brothers Buscema and breakout talent George Pérez are here to bring you some of the greatest Fantastic Four tales of the 1970s! The Thing cured! Luke Cage joins the team! Hulk vs.
USA Today bestselling author Naima Simone heats up the page with intensity and wit in this romance between a pro hockey player and a firefighter, both struggling to move on from the past. Being a firefighter isn't easy. Especially for a Black woman. Working with family helps a little. But when someb
Ingela P. Arrhenius is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer who is passionate about retro style, typography, and color. She is the author-illustrator of Animal Atlas , Wild Animals , Farm Animals , My First Book of Paris , My First Book of London , My First Book of New York , Pop-up Ocean ,
Repackaged with a new Afterword, this valuable and entertaining (New York Times Book Review) book explores how scientists are adapting nature's best ideas to solve tough 21st century problems Biomimicry is rapidly transforming life on earth. Biomimics study nature's most successful ideas over the pa
How Languages Changed My Life is a collection of stories exploring the importance of languages in shaping the lives of individuals and communities around the world. It brings together writers and musicians, politicians and activists, teachers, students, scientists, comedians, and sportspeople whose
Yanait, Evelt: - Evelt Yanait is a freelance children's digital artist from Barcelona, Spain, where she grew up drawing and reading wonderful illustrated books. After working as a journalist for an NGO for many years, she decided to focus on illustration, her true passion. She loves to learn, write,
GET YOUR REVENGE IN THE RING. Coach K's words echo in Yu's ears, the image of Carmen's unconscious body still fresh in his mind. Dirty tricks had always been a possibility--the Santorinos were known to use underhanded tactics like bribing referees and doping to gain an edge in their matches. But att
Inspirado en los escritos de James Baldwin que abordan el papel de la raza en Estados Unidos, en las conversaciones de Tobar con sus estudiantes latinos y, por supuesto, en sus propias experiencias de vida y en las de su familia, Nuestras Almas Migrantes ofrece un valioso análisis de lo que signific
An urgent, updated reissue of the essential book on the myths-and reality-behind the state of Israel
In a world driven by spending, debt is inevitable. Knowing the ins and outs of borrowing money and establishing credit is not just an important skill for adults. Teens can benefit from understanding how debt works too, from applying for financing to buy a car to getting a loan to pay for college. Th
Miguel de Cervantes (circa 1547-1616) was a Spanish author. He spent many decades as a poor man, moving from job to job, until publishing Don Quixote de la Mancha in 1605. The book quickly became a success, and he published part two of the story in 1615, less than a year before his death.
Desai, Anita: - ANITA DESAI is the author of Fasting, Feasting, The Art of Disappearance, The Zig Zag Way , Clear Light of Day , and Diamond Dust , among other works. Three of her books have been shortlisted for the Booker Prize. Desai was born and educated in India and now lives in the New York Cit