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Rachael Lippincott, coauthor of #1 New York Times bestseller Five Feet Apart, weaves a &“breezy…truly charming&” (Kirkus Reviews) love story…
about learning who you are, and who you love, when the person you&’ve always shared yourself with is gone.Emily and her mom were always lucky. But Emily&’s mom&’s luck ran out three years ago when she succumbed to cancer, and nothing has felt right for Emily since. Now, the summer before her senior year, things are getting worse. Not only has Emily wrecked things with her boyfriend Matt, who her mom adored, but her dad is selling the house she grew up in and giving her mom&’s belongings away. Soon, she&’ll have no connections left to Mom but her lucky quarter. And with her best friend away for the summer and her other friends taking her ex&’s side, the only person she has to talk to about it is Blake, the swoony new girl she barely knows. But that&’s when Emily finds the list—her mom&’s senior year summer bucket list—buried in a box in the back of her closet. When Blake suggests that Emily take it on as a challenge, the pair set off on a journey to tick each box and help Emily face her fears before everything changes. As they go further down the list, Emily finally begins to feel close to her mom again, but her bond with Blake starts to deepen, too, into something she wasn&’t expecting. Suddenly Emily must face another fear: accepting the secret part of herself she never got a chance to share with the person who knew her best.
Meet marine animals and their ecosystems—a book of ocean exploration for kids 8 to 12The ocean covers 71 percent of…
the Earth's surface—and it's swimming with wild and beautiful marine animals. Packed with beautiful photos and interesting facts, this guide goes beyond other nature books for kids, taking you under the sea and into the homes of incredible ocean dwellers.This guide takes you into vibrant coral reefs, jagged coastlines, and icy polar regions. You'll explore how each ecosystem has changed, discover amazing ocean animals through exciting photos, and learn how a rich biodiversity contributes to a healthy ecosystem.This standout among nature books for kids includes:Packed with ocean animals—From powerful sharks to smart octopuses to fascinating deep sea creatures, swim with ocean animals and get to know them through fun facts, such as their diet, lifespan, and weight.Into the deep—Dive deeper than other nature books for kids with in-depth looks at the world's oceans, their ecosystems, and their habitats.Stunning photographs—Vivid, big, colorful photographs not found in other nature books for kids give you an up-close look at these wonderful marine animals and their environment.If you're looking for nature books for kids but aren't sure where to start, this guide will let you swim with and save our marine friends!
Explore the outdoors with hands-on science activities for kids ages 5 to 10Kids are full of big questions like "What…
makes plants grow?" or "Why does the moon change shape in the sky?". Awesome Outdoor Experiments for Kids can help them find the answers! It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, with more than 50 fun experiments that show kids science in action as they play outside.Every experiment focuses on at least one aspect of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. As kids explore each activity outdoors, they'll get the chance to interact with nature and the amazing processes that are happening all around them. They'll observe bug behavior, build a beaver dam, predict the weather, and so much more.Discover the ultimate guide to an outdoor science lab for kids:Easy to do at home—The activities use basic items that are probably already around the house and include easy-to-follow steps.Hows and whys—Kids will learn the real science behind every result with simple explanations of what happened, tips for exploring more, and fascinating questions to think about.Just for kids—Little ones might need a little help from a grown-up for certain steps, but these experiments are designed for kids to do all by themselves.Get kids outdoors with a book of hands-on experiments that show them the power of nature!
Soon to be a major motion picture starring Reese Witherspoon &“Tom Perrotta is…one of the great writers that we have…
today. I love this book.&” —Harlan Coben An &“engrossing and mordantly funny&” (People) novel about ambition, coming-of-age in adulthood, and never really leaving high school politics behind—featuring New York Times bestselling author Tom Perrotta&’s most iconic character of all time.Tracy Flick is a hardworking assistant principal at a public high school in suburban New Jersey. Still ambitious but feeling a little stuck and underappreciated in midlife, Tracy gets a jolt of good news when the longtime principal, Jack Weede, abruptly announces his retirement, creating a rare opportunity for Tracy to ascend to the top job. Energized by the prospect of her long-overdue promotion, Tracy throws herself into her work with renewed zeal, determined to prove her worth to the students, faculty, and School Board, while also managing her personal life—a ten-year-old daughter, a needy doctor boyfriend, and a burgeoning meditation practice. But nothing ever comes easily to Tracy Flick, no matter how diligent or qualified she happens to be. Her male colleagues&’ determination to honor Vito Falcone—a star quarterback of dubious character who had a brief, undistinguished career in the NFL—triggers memories for Tracy and leads her to reflect on the trajectory of her own life. As she considers the past, Tracy becomes aware of storm clouds brewing in the present. Is she really a shoo-in for the principal job? Is the Superintendent plotting against her? Why is the School Board President&’s wife trying so hard to be her friend? And why can&’t she ever get what she deserves? A sharp, darkly comic, and pitch-perfect chronicle of the second act of one of the most memorable characters of our time, Tracy Flick Can&’t Win &“delivers acerbic insight about frustrated ambition&” (Esquire).
Now a movie streaming on Netflix! A summer in Italy turns into a road trip across Tuscany in this sweeping…
New York Times bestseller filled with romance, mystery, and adventure.Lina is spending the summer in Tuscany, but she isn’t in the mood for Italy’s famous sunshine and fairy-tale landscape. She’s only there because it was her mother’s dying wish that she get to know her father. But what kind of father isn’t around for sixteen years? All Lina wants to do is get back home. But then Lina is given a journal that her mom had kept when she lived in Italy. Suddenly Lina’s uncovering a magical world of secret romances, art, and hidden bakeries. A world that inspires Lina, along with the ever-so-charming Ren, to follow in her mother’s footsteps and unearth a secret that has been kept for far too long. It’s a secret that will change everything Lina knew about her mother, her father—and even herself. People come to Italy for love and gelato, someone tells her, but sometimes they discover much more. Kirkus Reviews called Love & Gelato “a sure bet for fans of romance fiction,” while VOYA said readers “will find it difficult to put this book down.” Readers are about to discover a new place, a new romance, and a new talent.
Before he gave us the &“one of a kind classic&” (The Wall Street Journal) memoir On Writing, Stephen King wrote…
a nonfiction masterpiece in Danse Macabre, &“one of the best books on American popular culture&” (Philadelphia Inquirer).From the author of dozens of #1 New York Times bestsellers and the creator of many unforgettable movies comes a vivid, intelligent, and nostalgic journey through three decades of horror as experienced through the eyes of the most popular writer in the genre. In 1981, years before he sat down to tackle On Writing, Stephen King decided to address the topic of what makes horror horrifying and what makes terror terrifying. Here, in ten brilliantly written chapters, King delivers one colorful observation after another about the great stories, books, and films that comprise the horror genre—from Frankenstein and Dracula to The Exorcist, The Twilight Zone, and Earth vs. The Flying Saucers. With the insight and good humor his fans appreciated in On Writing, Danse Macabre is an enjoyably entertaining tour through Stephen King&’s beloved world of horror.
In the second book in the Love Under the Big Sky series from th New York Times and USA TODAY…
bestselling author of the With Me in Seattle series, life in Montana gets spicy when a woman and her divorce lawyer sign off the papers—and sign on to love.Now that his best friend, Josh, has happily settled down with his true love on a Montana ranch, small-town lawyer Ty Sullivan starts thinking that maybe single life isn&’t all it&’s cracked up to be. And when Lauren Cunningham&’s no-good ex-husband comes after her for an unexpected trust fund, Ty steps in to protect her. But soon he can&’t help but think of her as more than a client. Lauren&’s in no mood to jump into another relationship, so how can Ty convince her that her mistake wasn&’t getting married, but marrying the wrong guy?
The worldwide bestselling phenomenon that has helped millions tap the power of the law that governs all our lives to…
create—intentionally and effortlessly—a joyful life.In 2006, a groundbreaking feature-length film revealed the great mystery of the universe—The Secret—and, later that year, Rhonda Byrne followed with a book that became a worldwide bestseller. Fragments of a Great Secret have been found in the oral traditions, in literature, in religions, and philosophies throughout the centuries. For the first time, all the pieces of The Secret come together in an incredible revelation that will be life-transforming for all who experience it. In this book, you&’ll learn how to use The Secret in every aspect of your life—money, health, relationships, happiness, and in every interaction you have in the world. You&’ll begin to understand the hidden, untapped power that&’s within you, and this revelation can bring joy to every aspect of your life. The Secret contains wisdom from modern-day teachers—men and women who have used it to achieve health, wealth, and happiness. By applying the knowledge of The Secret, they bring to light compelling stories of eradicating disease, acquiring massive wealth, overcoming obstacles, and achieving what many would regard as impossible.
Fascinating facts and up-close photos to delight bug fans ages 5 to 7Calling all young bug enthusiasts! Come along on…
a journey into The Weird and Wonderful World of Bugs. Kids from ages 5 to 7 will learn all about the insects and other arthropods we call "bugs." They'll meet moths, bees, fireflies, spiders, and mosquitos in detailed, full-color photos that bring the bugs to life from antennae to abdomen. Entomologist Rea Manderino, PhD, offers scientific facts on every page, inspiring budding bug scientists to explore their backyards with new eyes.Discover intriguing facts like:More than one-third of all the insects on Earth are beetles. There are almost 390,000 species!Some ants are farmers! They bring leaves back to the nest and use them to grow fungus, which they feed to their babies.Pillbugs are a type of crustacean—like crabs—with many legs, a hard exoskeleton, and gills that need water to breathe.Leap, fly, and crawl into a big world of small wonders with this incredible bug book for kids.
Take on the world with confidence and positivity—a guide to self esteem for teensSometimes, feeling self-confident and secure seems impossible,…
especially if you're dealing with school, friends, family, and other challenges that can affect how you see yourself. This self esteem workbook for teens helps you build up your self esteem and confidence with creative activities and advice that show you how to think positively, release self-doubt, and start loving who you are.One of the best mental health books for teens, this teen self help book includes all kinds of friendly guidance to help you move past anxiety and nerves and feel ready to take on any challenge.This supportive self esteem workbook includes:More than 50 different exercises—Get to know yourself with quizzes, journal prompts, checklists, and more that help you set goals, work through insecurities, and find out what makes you feel strong.True stories from other teens—This self esteem workbook for kids and teens was created to help you feel less alone when you read real-life anecdotes from your peers, along with a Q&A section full of bonus advice.The power to change—Self esteem is like a muscle, and practicing with this self esteem book will help you build your confidence, stay resilient, and focus on the future.Strengthen your self esteem and overpower insecurity with the exercises in this ultimate self confidence book for kids and teens!
Help little ones ages 0 to 3 expand their English and Spanish language skills Make it fun for your toddler…
to learn all kinds of new words in both English and Spanish. Taking them from "airplane" and "el avión" to "window" and "la ventana," this book allows children to build their understanding of both languages and discover new ways to communicate and express themselves.100 First words—Grow your toddler's vocabulary with a variety of everyday words, each presented in both English and Spanish.Adorable artwork—Engage young readers and help them better understand each word's meaning with large, colorful images.Teaching tips—Make learning even more effective with easy tips (in both languages) for getting toddlers to remember each word.Ayudemos a los pequeños de 0 a 3 años a ampliar sus destrezas de inglés y español Hagamos que el aprendizaje de toda clase de palabras nuevas en inglés y español sea divertido para los niños pequeños. Llevándolos desde "airplane" y "el avión" hasta "window" y "la ventana," este libro les permite a los pequeños mejorar su comprensión de ambos idiomas y descubrir maneras nuevas de comunicarse y expresarse.100 Primeras palabras—Amplíe el vocabulario de su niño o niña con una variedad de palabras comunes, presentadas en inglés y español.Magnífico trabajo de arte—Anime a los pequeños lectores y ayúdeles a entender mejor el significado de cada palabra a través de imágenes grandes y coloridas.Consejos de enseñanza—Haga que el aprendizaje sea aún más efectivo con simples consejos (en ambos idiomas) que ayuden a los niños a recordar cada palabra.
When three women die of “natural causes” in London and the West Country, there appears to be no connection—or reason…
to suspect foul play. But Scotland Yard Superintendent Richard Jury has other ideas, and before long he’s following his keen police instincts all the way to Santa Fe, New Mexico. There, in the company of a brooding thirteen-year-old girl and her pet coyote, he mingles with an odd assortment of characters and tangles with a twisted plot that stretches from England to the American Southwest. And while his good friend Melrose Plant pursues inquires in London, Jury delves deeper into the more baffling elements of the case, discovering firsthand what the guide books don’t tell you; that the Land of Enchantment is also a landscape ripe with tragedy, treachery, and murder.
The definitive edition of the classic novel of love during wartime, featuring all of the alternate endings: &“Fascinating…serves as an…
artifact of a bygone craft, with handwritten notes and long passages crossed out, giving readers a sense of an author&’s process&” (The New York Times).Written when Ernest Hemingway was thirty years old and lauded as the best American novel to emerge from World War I, A Farewell to Arms is the unforgettable story of an American ambulance driver on the Italian front and his passion for a beautiful English nurse. Set against the looming horrors of the battlefield—weary, demoralized men marching in the rain during the German attack on Caporetto; the profound struggle between loyalty and desertion—this gripping, semiautobiographical work captures the harsh realities of war and the pain of lovers caught in its inexorable sweep. Ernest Hemingway famously said that he rewrote the ending to A Farewell to Arms thirty-nine times to get the words right. This edition collects all of the alternative endings together for the first time, along with early drafts of other essential passages, offering new insight into Hemingway’s craft and creative process and the evolution of one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century. Featuring Hemingway’s own 1948 introduction to an illustrated reissue of the novel, a personal foreword by the author’s son Patrick Hemingway, and a new introduction by the author’s grandson Seán Hemingway, this edition of A Farewell to Arms is truly a celebration.
Bucking the Sun is the story of the Duff family, homesteaders driven from the Montana bottomland to work on one…
of the New Deal’s most audacious projects—the damming of the Missouri River.Through the story of each family member—a wrathful father, a mettlesome mother, and three very different sons, and the memorable women they marry—Doig conveys a sense of time and place that is at once epic in scope and rich in detail.
From Dr. Amy Blackstone, childfree woman, co-creator of the blog we're {not} having a baby, and nationally recognized expert on…
the childfree choice, comes a definitive investigation into the history and current growing movement of adults choosing to forgo parenthood: what it means for our society, economy, environment, perceived gender roles, and legacies, and how understanding and supporting all types of families can lead to positive outcomes for parents, non-parents, and children alike.As a childfree woman, Dr. Amy Blackstone is no stranger to a wide range of negative responses when she informs people she doesn't have--nor does she want--kids: confused looks, patronizing quips, thinly veiled pity, even outright scorn and condemnation. But she is not alone in opting out when it comes to children. More people than ever are choosing to forgo parenthood, and openly discussing a choice that's still often perceived as taboo. Yet this choice, and its effects personally and culturally, are still often misunderstood. Amy Blackstone, a professor of sociology, has been studying the childfree choice since 2008, a choice she and her husband had already confidently and happily made. Using her own and others' research as well as her personal experience, Blackstone delves into the childfree movement from its conception to today, exploring gender, race, sexual orientation, politics, environmentalism, and feminism, as she strips away the misconceptions surrounding non-parents and reveals the still radical notion that support of the childfree can lead to better lives and societies for all.
In the shore town of Sea Breeze, Sadie discovers that fame is nothing in the face of passion. A steamy…
read from bestselling author Abbi Glines.Sadie White’s summer job is at the beach, but she won’t be working as a lifeguard. Since her mom is pregnant and refuses to work, Sadie will be taking over as a domestic servant for a wealthy family on a nearby island. When the family arrives at their summer getaway, Sadie is surprised to learn that the owner of the house is Jax Stone, one of the hottest teen rockers in the world. If Sadie were normal—if she hadn’t spent her life raising her mother and taking care of the house—maybe she’d be excited about working for a rock star. But she’s not. Even though Sadie isn’t impressed by Jax’s fame, he is drawn to her. Everything about Sadie fascinates Jax, but he fights his attraction: Relationships never work in his world, and as badly as he wants Sadie, he believes she deserves more. Yet as the summer stretches on, Jax’s passion leaves him breathless—and Sadie feels like the only source of oxygen. Can their love overcome the disparity in their lifestyles? One breath at a time, they’re going to find out…
Discover the life of Pablo Picasso—a story about endless imagination and creativity for kids ages 6 to 9Pablo Picasso was…
a famous artist who loved to break the rules and try out new ideas. Before he transformed what people thought about art, he was a young boy who loved to draw and observe the world around him. He mastered classical art styles and then invented new ways of expressing his creativity. This book explores how Picasso went from being a talented boy growing up in Spain to a respected artist who changed the world.Independent reading—This Picasso biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Picasso's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.A lasting legacy—Find out how Picasso changed the art world and inspired countless others to express themselves through creativity.How will Picasso's imagination and originality inspire you?Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from across history with the rest of the Story Of series, including famous figures like: Frida Kahlo, Ella Fitzgerald, Maya Angelou, Audrey Hepburn, and Leonardo da Vinci.
It's time for takeoff! Get curious kids excited about amazing airplanes with this colorful book for ages 3-5From the Wright…
brothers and Amelia Earhart, to the latest Mars mission, people have always been fascinated by flying. This airplane book for kids 3-5 comes from the same series as the beloved My First Book of Planets, teaching them all about what makes airplanes work!All kinds of aircraft—Read together as you explore gliders, passenger planes, military aviation, jumbo jets, and more.Awesome images—Get up close to the coolest crafts with the big, colorful pictures and illustrations.How does it fly?—Find kid-friendly language that explains the forces at work when airplanes go, like gravity, thrust, drag, and lift.Soar into incredible facts about flight with this age-appropriate kids' book about airplanes.
A fun and tasty guide to baking with little chefs ages 1 to 4If your little one is curious about…
what goes on in the kitchen, this toddler cookbook is the perfect way to get them involved. The recipes are designed to be whimsical and simple, so even young kids can start learning cooking basics, fine motor skills, and the joy of tasting and sharing their own creations.You'll find advice for the best ways to bake with a toddler, including how to set up the workspace ahead of time, explain kitchen safety, and create a backup plan in case things get a little too messy. Every recipe includes both "adult steps" and "toddler steps" so you can see where to give your toddler some independence and where they'll need a grown-up to lend a hand.Get kids excited about baking with a toddler cookbook that offers:Three difficulty levels—Choose what to cook based on your toddler's interest and skill, and give them the chance to grow with the book, trying more advanced recipes as they improve.Fun, flavorful, and healthy recipes—This toddler cookbook features a wide range of sweet and savory flavors to encourage kids to try new foods while limiting the use of refined sugar.A personalized keepsake—Find space to write down when you made each recipe, what you enjoyed the most, how many stars you'd rate it, and any notes or memories you want to share.Explore a toddler cookbook that makes it fun, easy, and safe for your whole family to bake together.
Meet your favorite furry friends with this colorful kids' book about cats for ages 3-5Get little animal lovers excited about…
the fun and fuzzy world of pet cats—from the athletic Abyssinian to the ultra-fluffy Norwegian forest cat, just to name a few! With this incredible cat book for kids, curious learners ages 3 to 5 will explore the cutest and most popular house cats through adorable photos and fascinating trivia on what makes each cat so special, like their size, colors, breed history, and more.Get the cat book kids love:WHICH CAT IS THAT?: Detailed pictures let kids get up close and personal with dozens of unique breeds.LIFE AS A CAT: Explore what makes cats such wonderful companions, like their soft fur, friendly purrs, and snuggly cat naps.COOL CAT FACTS: Did you know that cats can't taste sweet things? Or that humans and pet cats have lived together for more than 10,000 years?PART OF A POPULAR SERIES: Keep them interested in reading and learning with the rest of the My First Book Of series, including books about planets, trains, sharks, and dinosaurs!Introduce kids to the world's most popular pet with this incredible cat book for new readers!