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A Wild and Heavenly Place
By Robin Oliveira. 2024
How far would you go? How much would you risk?Hailey MacIntyre seems conjured from the depths of Samuel Fiddes&’s loneliness.…
Caring for his young sister in the tenements of Glasgow, Scotland, Samuel has known only hunger, while Hailey has never known want. Yet, when Samuel saves Hailey&’s brother from a runaway carriage, their connection is undeniable.Through secret meetings and stolen moments, their improbable love grows. But then the City of Glasgow Bank fails, and Hailey&’s bankrupt father impulsively moves their family across the globe to Seattle, a city rumored to have coal in its hills and easy money for anyone willing to work for it.Samuel is haunted by Hailey&’s parting words: Remember, Washington Territory. Armed only with his wits, he determines to follow her, leaving behind everything he has ever known in search of Hailey and the chance of a better life for his sister. But the fledgling town barely cut out of the wilderness holds its own secrets and will test them all in ways unimaginable.Poignant and lyrical, A Wild and Heavenly Place is an ode to the Pacific Northwest, to those courageous enough to chase the American Dream, and to a love so powerful it endures beyond distance, beyond hope.God's Favorite: A Novel
By Lawrence Wright. 1947
In this fascinating work of historical fiction, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright captures all the gripping drama and black humor…
of Panama during the final, nerve-racking days of its legendary dictator, Manuel Antonio Noriega.It is Christmas 1989, and Tony Noriega's demons are finally beginning to catch up with him. A former friend of President Bush, Fidel Castro, and Oliver North, this universally reviled strongman is on the run from the U.S. Congress, the Justice Department, the Colombian mob, and a host of political rivals. In his desperation, he seeks salvation from any and all quarters -- God, Satan, a voodoo priest, even the spirits of his murdered enemies. But with a million-dollar price on his head and 20,000 American soldiers on his trail, Noriega is fast running out of options. Drawn from a historical record more dramatic than even the most artful spy novel, God's Favorite is a riveting and darkly comic fictional account of the events that occurred in Panama from 1985 to the dictator's capture in 1989. With an award-winning journalist's eye for detail, Lawrence Wright leads the reader toward a dramatic face-off in the Vatican embassy, where Noriega confronts his psychological match in the papal nuncio.The Homesman: A Novel
By Glendon Swarthout. 2014
Now a major film directed by and starring Tommy Lee Jones and co-starring Meryl Streep, Hilary Swank, and John Lithgow,…
this classic Western novel captures the devastating realities of early frontier life through the eyes of one extraordinary woman.Now a major motion picture directed by Tommy Lee Jones, The Homesman is a devastating story of early pioneers in 1850s American West. It celebrates the ones we hear nothing of: the brave women whose hearts and minds were broken by a life of bitter hardship. A &“homesman&” must be found to escort a handful of them back East to a sanitarium. When none of the county&’s men steps up, the job falls to Mary Bee Cuddy—ex-teacher, spinster, indomitable and resourceful. Brave as she is, Mary Bee knows she cannot succeed alone. The only companion she can find is the low-life claim jumper George Briggs. Thus begins a trek east, against the tide of colonization, against hardship, Indian attacks, ice storms, and loneliness—a timeless classic told in a series of tough, fast-paced adventures. In an unprecedented sweep, Glendon Swarthout&’s novel won both the Western Writers of America&’s Spur Award and the Western Heritage Wrangler Award. A new afterword by the author&’s son Miles Swarthout tells of his parents Glendon and Kathryn&’s discovery of and research into the lives of the oft-forgotten frontier women who make The Homesman as moving and believable as it is unforgettable.One Is a Piñata: A Book of Numbers
By Roseanne Greenfield Thong. 2019
One is a rainbow. One is a cake. One is a piñata that's ready to break! In this lively picture…
book, a companion to the Pura Belpré–honored Green Is a Chile Pepper, children discover a fiesta of numbers in the world around them, all the way from one to ten: Two are maracas and cold ice creams, six are salsas and flavored aguas. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. With rich, boisterous illustrations, a fun-to-read rhyming text, and an informative glossary, this vibrant book enumerates the joys of counting and the wonders that abound in every child's day!Most of the Better Natural Things in the World
By Dave Eggers. 2019
A tiger carries a dining room chair on her back. But why? Where is she going? With just one word…
per page, in lush, color-rich landscapes, we learn about the features that make up our world: an archipelago, a dune, an isthmus, a lagoon. Across them all, the tiger roams. This enigmatic investigation of our world's most beautiful places from bestselling author Dave Eggers is beautifully illustrated by debut artist Angel Chang.Fox & Chick: and Other Stories
By Sergio Ruzzier. 2019
In the second book of this lauded series, Fox and Chick are off on three new adventures involving a boat…
ride, a mysterious box, and an early morning trip to see the sunrise. Despite the antics ensuing from their opposite personalities, the contradictory duo always manages to find a happy center. This early chapter book in comic-book form is perfect for emerging readers, while the sweet and funny characters and captivating art hold appeal for picturebook audiences as well.Excavator's 123: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2019
The construction crew is counting on Excavator, and he won't let them down! Little readers can count along from 1…
to 10 as Excavator revs into action on the construction site. Ready? 1, 2, 3 . . . GO!Bulldozer's Shapes: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2019
Time for the construction site to SHAPE UP! Little construction fans will love learning their shapes by watching Bulldozer CIRCLE…
around, clearing away TRIANGLES of dirt until the perfect building spot has been SQUARED away. It's all in a day's work for the trucks of the bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site!Crane Truck's Opposites: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site (Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site)
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2019
A concept book from the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site series by Sherri Duskey Rinker! Crane…
Truck's Opposites: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site introduces the concept of opposites in board book form to youngest readers.Little construction fans will love learning early concepts by watching Crane Truck as he works from DAY to NIGHT on jobs both BIG and SMALL, with help from his friend Excavator.• This concept-driven board book features characters from the bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site series• Construction vehicles are a favorite topic among little readers• Touches upon themes of shared work and the value of friendship, while teaching the concept of oppositesPerfect for little ones, this adorable book introduces favorite machines to readers ages 0 to 3 years old.It's all in a day's work for the trucks of the bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site.• A wonderful book for parents and caregivers of vehicle, truck, and construction-loving kids• A great pick for teachers and librarians who seek an entertaining and educational book for the classroom about opposites• Perfect for those who adored My Truck Is Stuck! by Kevin Lewis, Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle, and The Little Blue Digger series by Harriet TuppenThe Boring Book: (childrens Book About Boredom, Funny Kids Picture Book, Early Elementary School Story Book)
By Shinsuke Yoshitake. 2021
A New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 2019Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearThe Boring Book is a humorous…
picture book that follows the story of one particularly bored boy.As the story progresses, our protagonist discovers there's actually more to boredom than what meets the eye—more questions, more theories, and heaps of humor.This exploration of boredom from acclaimed author-illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake playfully—and hilariously—unpacks the ways in which a seemingly stagnant state is actually a portal into a dynamic, life-enriching experience.• Embraces the topic of boredom—an ever-so-popular kid complaint—and runs with it• The unique comic format, fast pace, smart humor, and narrative approach makes it ideal for reluctant readers• A universally hilarious book that will amuse children ages 5 to 8, as well as adultsIn addition to banishing boredom, Yoshitake's distinctive illustrations promote visual literacy and show young readers what the process of creative thinking looks like.This smart, laugh-out-loud picture book just might change your child's perspective on the state of boredom forever.• A wonderful gift for parents, teachers, educators, librarians, caregivers, and anyone who has to answer to the statement "I'm bored!"• Perfect for readers of early chapter books• Great for fans of the Fox & Chick series by Sergio Ruzzier, Waiting Is Not Easy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book) by Mo Willems, and I'm Bored by Michael Ian BlackAlphaBit: An ABC Quest in 8-Bit
By Chronicle Books. 2019
Inspired by classic video games of the '80s and '90s, this clever board book sets out to level up the…
ABCs. Within these pages lies an alphabet adventure, rendered entirely in striking 8-bit artwork. Young gamers will love guiding their daring hero through the story to learn new words, discover hidden pictures, and find the missing treasure in an epic quest that will have kids and adults ready to press restart!A Stone Sat Still
By Brendan Wenzel. 2019
In this moving companion to the Caldecott Honor–winning They All Saw a Cat, Brendan Wenzel tells the story of a…
seemingly ordinary stone. But it isn't just a stone—to the animals that use it, it's a resting place, a kitchen, a safe haven...even an entire world. With stunning illustrations in cut paper, pencil, collage, and paint, and soothing rhythms that invite reading aloud, A Stone Sat Still is a gorgeous exploration of perspective, perception, sensory experience, color, size, function, and time, with an underlying environmental message that is timely and poignant. Once again Wenzel shows himself to be a master of the picture book form.This Is Not a Picture Book!
By Sergio Ruzzier. 2016
In this quirky yet sweet picture book about the joy and power of reading, Duck learns that even books without…
pictures can be fun. While he and his friend Bug may struggle at first to decipher their book, they stick with it, and before long they discover that not only can they read it, but it deserves a place on the shelf with all their favorite picture books. Author-artist Sergio Ruzzier has created a fanciful tribute to books of all kinds. It includes both words AND pictures. And because this is the fixed-format version, it looks almost identical to the print edition!They All Saw a Cat
By Brendan Wenzel. 2016
They All Saw A Cat — New York Times bestseller and 2017 Caldecott Medal and Honor BookThe cat walked through…
the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?If you and your child liked The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Finding Winnie, and Radiant Child — you'll love They All Saw A Cat"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized." —Shelf Awareness, starred review"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer." —The Huffington PostSteam Train, Dream Train Colors (Steam Train, Dream Train Ser.)
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2016
All aboard for a rainbow of train cars and their lively animal crew! Vivid colors and cozy rhyming text inspired…
by the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train will make learning colors a rich experience for the smallest readers.Sleep Tight Farm: A Farm Prepares for Winter
By Eugenie Doyle. 2016
A captivating exploration of how a family gets a farm ready for the snow of winter, Sleep Tight Farm lyrically…
connects each growing season to the preparations at the very end of the farm year. This beautiful and informative book paints a fascinating picture of what winter means to the farm year and to the family that shares its seasons, from spring's new growth, summer's heat, and fall's bounty to winter's well-earned rest. All year long the farm has worked to shelter us, feed us, keep us warm, and now it's time to sleep. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition.Steam Train, Dream Train 1-2-3
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2016
Cuddle up with the beloved animal friends from the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and count on lots of fun!…
Little train enthusiasts will love counting from one to ten along with the dreamy train cars!Who What Where?
By Olivier Tallec. 2016
In this charming follow-up to 2015's hit Who Done It?, each page asks the reader a question about the lineup…
of characters featured on the spread. Sharp eyes and keen observation are necessary. There's only one right answer, and it's not always easy! Kids will love learning early concepts like expressions and positions as a natural consequence of their hunt for clues in the details of the lineup. It's a book for all audiences: the seek-and-find call to action of every page makes Who What Where? a wonderful lap or parent read. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition.The Quickest Kid in Clarksville
By Pat Zietlow Miller. 2016
It's the day before the big parade. Alta can only think about one thing: Wilma Rudolph, three-time Olympic gold medalist.…
She'll be riding on a float tomorrow. See, Alta is the quickest kid in Clarksville, Tennessee, just like Wilma once was. It doesn't matter that Alta's shoes have holes because Wilma came from hard times, too. But what happens when a new girl with shiny new shoes comes along and challenges Alta to a race? Will she still be the quickest kid? The Quickest Kid in Clarksville is a timeless story of dreams, determination, and the power of friendship. Plus, this is the fixed-format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition!One Minute
By Somin Ahn. 2016
In one minute, you can blink your eyes twenty times, hug your dog, plant seeds, say good-bye, watch the rain,…
or even save a life. So much can occur in this sliver of time—one minute can feel like a singular experience. This poignant picture book is at once an introduction to time for young readers, an ode to living each moment with purpose, and a thoughtful exploration of how children experience one minute (may it seem short or long) playfully, profoundly, and with a boundless sense of possibility. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition.