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CÉCÉ

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This vibrant picture book introduces young readers to Cécé, a curious child whose everyday adventures become opportunities for discovery and learning. Through simple yet engaging storytelling, the na...

Celebrate Your Body

Sonya Renee Taylor

A body-positive guide to help girls ages 8 to 12 navigate the changes of puberty and grow into women Puberty can be a difficult time for a young girl—and it's natural not to know who (or what) to ask. Celebrate Your Body is a reassuring puberty book for girls that encourages them to face puberty and

Challenge Your Brain! 40 Fun Math Puzzles for Kids Aged 8-12

Mr Praba Rajah

Welcome to The Biggest Math Puzzles for Kids, a new collection of challenging problem-solving games perfect for kids ages 8 and up. These endlessly fun logic puzzles for kids will stimulate young minds and keep children engaged and entertained for hours. Featuring over 500 math & logic puzzles for k

CHAMPION

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This compelling sports novel delivers a powerful story about a young basketball player navigating the pressures of high-stakes athletics while confronting systemic injustice in his community. Co-auth...

Chanting Childrens Songs (Chinese Edition)

Anonymous

This collection of traditional Chinese nursery rhymes offers young readers an authentic introduction to Mandarin language through rhythmic verses and cultural themes. The book presents simple, chanta...

CHILD OF LIGHT

a maid, and a note written by a friend. In keeping with the spiritualist theme, the story moves fluidly through time, jumping backward on several occasions to fill in the story of the Memenons (in particular, Papa\u0027s history as an electrical scientist). Bender gracefully conveys how the currents of the times and the influence of parents shape a young mind, and in Ambrétte the author has created a memorable character."

This epic fantasy adventure follows a young girl's journey through a magical kingdom where she must master her newfound powers to restore balance to a world threatened by encroaching darkness. The na...

Child Prayer (Japanese Edition) by Akira Manabe

Akira Manabe

This Japanese-language picture book offers young children a gentle introduction to the practice of prayer, presenting simple, heartfelt words that help cultivate gratitude and spiritual awareness fro...

Children’s Books The Beggar and the Bronze Ring

Cindies

Mama’s getting married, and Jackson has an important job to do! A story about love, weddings, and the special joy that is a blended family. Jackson’s mama is getting married, and he gets to be the ring bearer. But Jackson is worried . . . What if he trips? Or walks too slowly? Or drops the rings? An

Childrens Bible Stories with 29 Beloved Stories by IglooBooks

IglooBooks

Discover 29 of the best-loved Bible stories in this deluxe collection, with stories from both the Old and New Testament. Each beautifully illustrated story is retold specially for children, making this the perfect first Bible for the whole family to treasure. Includes: The Christmas Story - The Crea

Childrens Book

Joy Findlay

Rocket Boy My First Reader is a collection of all six of the Rocket Boy My First Reader books. With over 80 pages of fantastic astro-pictures, its a great volume for teaching little ones all the basics of colours, shapes, numbers, alphabet, and the night sky. Displaying beautiful photography of real

Childrens book Flipper and the Mermaid

Zehavit Tzarfati

For many parents, curling up with a book for a bedtime story with their kid is a daily ritual. For others, it is the perfect time to spend time with their children after a busy day, and for some, it is something they should do but are not entirely sure why. Discover these benefits of bedtime stories

Childrens Book Jessica Sets the Table Teach Your Child To Set

Tiah Short

This charming early reader transforms the everyday task of setting the table into a delightful counting and responsibility adventure, making it an excellent tool for early math skills and practical l...

childrens book Landon and the Dragon

Joy Fridman

This enchanting fantasy adventure introduces children to a young hero's journey where courage and friendship triumph over fear, blending magical creatures with meaningful life lessons. Landon's quest...

Childrens Book Rona is moving to a new city

Inbar Shahar

A young girl’s exploration of the city she loves. A young girl and her father spend a day in the city, her city, traveling to the places they go together. As they do, the girl, who is visually impaired, describes what she senses in delightfully precise, poetic detail. Her city, she says, “pitters an

childrens book The Book Of You (Raising happy kids Children books collection)

Prof. Tiptoe

A happy book: Raising Positive Children is a fun learning book with illustrations for children. The purpose of the book is to help parents & teachers raise happy & positive children. During the day we tell our children a lot of things but we often forget to teach them the most important things that

Childrens Books Cat Behaviors For Kids

Puppy P.

If you want to teach your children to understand kittens and cats' behavior, then keep reading. It is always hard to get children's attention, especially if you want to teach them something. Using my knowledge of child psychology and as a children's book writer, I created this book to meet parents'

Childrens books Exodus Bible stories for children

Vladimir Solop

In graphic novel format, presents the Book of Exodus taken from the International Children's Bible.

Childrens books in Greek Gifts for my Mama. Greek kids book

Sujatha Lalgudi

Greek English Bilingual book for childrenGift this bilingual Greek book on mother's birthday.A lovely book for Mother's day! (Bilingual Greek English picture book)Spoken from a child's perspective, this beautifully illustrated book highlights the many things mothers do for their family, everyday. Ch

Childrens Books Robot

Alexandria

A graphic novel classic — and now an Oscar-nominated animated feature! After best friends Robot and Dog spend a happy day at the beach, Robot's joints freeze up—they've become rusted through by the water. Dog is powerless to help Robot, who can't move an inch and is too heavy for Dog to carry. Event

Childrens Fun, Scan and Dance with Fairies Coloring Book MUSIC QR

Bella Aurora

★ 55% discount for bookstores! Now at 14.95$ instead of 26.95$! ★ ♥Travel into Princesses and Fairies World with Unique Designs!♥ Your Costumers Will Never Stop to Use this Amazing Book! This Coloring Book is perfect for Girls who love princesses from everywhere, who would Love to be able to Color t

childrens mystery books- Secrets Stories - Edition III

Karissa B

This collection of short mystery stories serves as an excellent introduction to detective fiction for young readers, offering bite-sized cases that encourage critical thinking and observation skills....

CHRISTIANITY AND THE QUR'AN

Mustafa Akyol (2017)."

This comparative religious study offers a thoughtful examination of how Christianity is portrayed within Islam's holy text, providing crucial context for interfaith understanding. Mustafa Akyol metic...

CIRCLE OF DAYS

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This imaginative novel weaves together elements of time travel and magical realism to create a captivating journey that explores the cyclical nature of time and the power of imagination. Young reader...

CITY OF CLANS

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This middle-grade novel presents a compelling exploration of societal structures through the lens of a divided city where different clans navigate complex relationships and power dynamics. Young read...

Clash of the Rival Robots 3

Gareth P. Jones

Wanted: Dead or Alive! (Or smashed into little bits and delivered in boxes.) The Steampunk Pirates are lured back to England by the promise of gold. But when their inventor Mr Richmond Swift appears on the scene, sparks begin to fly! There’s a new group of robots in town, and the atmosphere’s electr

CLEMENTINE

a squadron of girls who patrol the perimeter, led by a figure called the Gardener. But stability feels strange to this group after the harrowing experiences they’ve endured. Clem struggles to feel at ease, even with her girlfriend, Ricca, there to ground her. Olivia, a new mother, is floundering. Fen is acting suspiciously distant. Amid this uncertainty, something unthinkable happens, leaving Clem crushed. Seeing her vulnerable state, the Gardener offers her a new path forward—but it comes with a price. When she learns that the Gardener may not have the community’s best interests at heart, Clementine must gather her determination to protect those she cares about. The citizens of Nuuk speak Greenlandic and Danish, and Clementine has medium\u002Dtoned skin and wavy black hair. Walden’s hand\u002Ddrawn style feels both elaborate and effortless, playing with light and shadow to enhance her storytelling. Like the other volumes, this series finale crafts an allegory from the horrors of the post\u002Dapocalyptic world, exploring themes of power, trauma, survivor’s guilt, and love in times of darkness."

This poignant middle-grade novel introduces readers to an unforgettable third-grader navigating the challenges of school, friendship, and family with remarkable wit and resilience. Through a series o...

CLOWN TOWN

former MP Peter Judd to do his bidding. Nothing untoward about that, of course, but this time, Judd’s demands, backed by a compromising tape recording, are more pressing than usual. So Diana reconvenes the Brains Trust—Al Hawke, Avril Potts, Daisy Wessex, and their ex\u002Dboss Charles Cornell Stamoran—whose last assignment was to serve as the contact for psychopathic IRA informant Dougie Malone while turning a blind eye to his multiple rapes and murders, which were really none of the Crown’s business. Taverner’s new assignment for the Brains Trust is the assassination of Judd. Since all these developments are filtered through the riotously cynical lens of Herron’s imagination, nothing goes as planned, and when the smoke clears, the fatalities don’t include Judd. Now that Judd knows he has as much reason to fear Taverner as she does to fear him, Lamb offers to broker a peace meeting between them which Slough House computer geek Roddy Ho will keep secret by knocking out 37 security cameras around Taverner’s dwelling. What could possibly go wrong?"

THE NINTH BOOK IN THE SERIES BEHIND SLOW HORSES, AN APPLE ORIGINAL SERIES NOW STREAMING ON APPLE TV+ Jackson Lamb and the bad spies of Slough House are caught in a deadly battle between MI5's secret past and its murky future in this gripping, hilarious, and heartbreaking thriller by Mick Herron, “th

COFFIN MOON

Name (2024), Rosson returns with an even grungier throwback, dressed up as a vampire\u002Dinfested road novel. In December 1975, just outside Portland, Oregon, roughneck bartender Duane Minor knows he’s on thin ice. His wife, Heidi, a college student who dreams of becoming a writer, is none too pleased with his PTSD and burgeoning drinking problem. Duane is managing to just hold down his in\u002Dlaws’ bar, the Last Call Tavern, but he knows something funny is going on with the business. Meanwhile, Heidi and Duane are both trying to connect with Heidi’s 13\u002Dyear\u002Dold niece, Julia, who was reluctantly sent to them after her mother murdered her stepfather. It’s a rough scene made worse when Duane has a bad run\u002Din at the bar one night with a bunch of bikers led by one John Varley. After the century\u002Dold Varley viciously dismembers both Heidi and her parents, Duane and Julia hit the road seeking vengeance. For horror fans, this is closer to crime fiction than loftier vampire fare—think Richard Lange’s terrific outlier Rovers (2021) or From Dusk Till Dawn in lieu of tortured immortals in velvet capes. Julia’s character takes a dramatic turn after they encounter a sanctuary dubbed the Children’s Museum, led by an ancient, lonely creature called Adeline. Even as he and Julia navigate this bizarre subculture, Duane’s defining characteristic remains the conflict between his inner demons and his outer ones. “You want that man to come forward, that killer I was, but I’ll drown if I do it. I’ll die,” he swears. Meanwhile, John Varley and his psychotic “thrall” leave a bloody trail across the country, chased by one broken man and a little girl with nothing but half a dozen silver bullets to their names."

This chilling YA thriller plunges readers into a world of ancient prophecies and modern-day peril, where a lunar cycle dictates the fate of a small town gripped by supernatural forces. The narrative ...

Collins KS2 Revision and Practice – 5 Minute Maths Mastery Book 4

Collins UK

Level: KS2 Subject: Maths A series of 6 maths mastery practice books aligned to the national curriculum year groups. These books are packed with intelligent practice aligned to a mastery approach to maths, and help pupils build fluency, speed and accuracy. Written by maths mastery experts, this math

Collision Course (Titanic, Book 2)

Gordon Korman

From bestselling author Gordon Korman, a second heart-stopping adventure aboard the unluckiest ship of all.The Titanic has hit the high seas--and moves steadily toward its doom. Within the luxury of the cabins and the dark underbelly of the ship, mysteries unfold--a secret killer who may be on board

Coloring Books

Diversity Exploration Design

This career exploration coloring book transforms imaginative play into early vocational discovery, allowing young artists to color their way through diverse professions while building career awarenes...

COMRADES IN ART

the Artists International Association, which formed in London in 1933 and took as its mission the “Unity of Artists against Fascism and War and the Suppression of Culture.” Its founders included several artists who had been to the Soviet Union and returned to England inspired by the mutual support among artists in that country. Fearful of the growing threat of fascism throughout Europe, they proclaimed that “now was the time for their generation of artists to organize” in order “to serve shared political goals through their art” and support progressive causes. Focusing on the activities of the AIA from 1933 to 1943, Friend investigates similar organizations outside of England: the International Bureau of Revolutionary Artists in Moscow, for example, and in the U.S., the John Reed Clubs, the Unemployed Artists Group, the Public Works of Art Project, and the American Artists’ Congress. The AIA forged connections with these groups as it grew to become an increasingly visible force in British culture, producing publications and mounting exhibitions, many to raise funds for combatants in Spain and Russia. In its first year, membership tripled\u003B the roster included Julian and Quentin Bell, Augustus John, Henry Moore, and art critics Herbert Read and Kenneth Clark, along with scores of other painters, sculptors, writers, and illustrators whose work appears in the book’s more than 200 illustrations. Many contributors to the AIA’s efforts were 20th\u002Dcentury stars, such as Picasso, who sent his Guernica to be exhibited in London\u003B muralist Diego Rivera\u003B surrealists Joan Miró and Paul Klee\u003B Ben Shahn\u003B and Virginia and Leonard Woolf, who supported the organization. A biographical appendix identifies less familiar participants."

This compelling history of the Artists International Association delivers a powerful exploration of art as activism during the turbulent 1930s, when creative professionals united against the rising t...

CONFRONTING EVIL

Judeo\u002DChristian standards, Genghis was the devil incarnate, but the Mongols apparently liked him just fine. O’Reilly holds that Mao Zedong was history’s worst mass murderer, “although his evil role model, Genghis Khan, might have surpassed him.” Naturally, while ticking down a rogue’s gallery that includes a few Judeo\u002DChristian figures, O’Reilly tries to own liberals: The Obama administration “does little to halt the Crimea aggression,” encouraging Vladimir Putin to invade Ukraine, while Ayatollah Khomeini makes Jimmy Carter his plaything, and so on."

This powerful exploration of evil's nature and manifestations offers young readers a thoughtful framework for understanding darkness in the world, from historical atrocities to contemporary moral cha...

Corner Kick! A Branches Book (Sports Zone! #2) by Andrew Maraniss

Andrew Maraniss

Jasper, Mo, and Ruby join their town's World Cup soccer tournament, where they learn about soccer, teamwork, and self-confidence

Could We Bring Dinosaurs Back to Life? (Searchlight Books ™ ― What-If Science)

Cynthia O'Brien

Would you like a pet Velociraptor or a ride on a Diplodocus? Find out how scientists might be able to bring dinosaurs back to life and whether or not that's actually a good idea! What Would Happen If... explores some of the most important questions of modern times while encouraging readers to think

Countries of the World A Guide to Flags, Capitals, and Key

WriteNest Paperworks

WORLD FLAGS: The Complete Handbook - last updated September 21, 2019 includes: AN EASY-TO-READ AND USEFUL FACTBOOK - Unlike most factbooks, we haven't bombarded this book with loads of facts and data that make finding simple facts like a country's population difficult. We have kept to order of count

Courage at the Castle (AIO Imagination Station Books) by Marianne Hering

Marianne Hering

Over 1 Million Sold in the Series! When kids step into the Imagination Station, they travel back in time and across the world with cousins Patrick and Beth. Each book is historically accurate, and readers will grow in their faith and knowledge of big historical events as they race through each unfor

COVEN OF ANDROMEDA

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This spellbinding fantasy novel introduces readers to a secret sisterhood of young witches navigating the treacherous waters of magic, friendship, and self-discovery. When ancient powers awaken and t...

CROOKS

the rules.” So says small\u002Dtime criminal Raymond “Buddy” Mercurio as he rises through the ranks of the Vegas mob and courts and marries Lillian Ott, a glamorous salesgirl and nimble pickpocket. Ten years and four kids later, they’re on top of the world when Buddy gets a midnight phone call: “Go.” They escape a shootout and retreat to Lillian’s hometown of Oklahoma City. With another baby on the way, it seems like a place where they can lie low “till [they] get back on [their] feet.” Then, a comedy of errors during a restaurant robbery elevates Buddy as a local hero, and he capitalizes on his celebrity by opening up a disco that becomes a surprising hit. Gangsters be gangsters, though, and when one of his investors discovers Buddy’s skimming from the profits, it looks like it could be time to cut and run—until he realizes it’s his wife behind the takedown. After a chase, a gunshot, and a heavy kiss in the freezing rain, they make up (in full view of the children). The rest of the novel follows each of the five children and the effect of their unconventional upbringing on their own choices and paths in life. From beautiful idiot hustler Jeremy to restless adrenaline chaser Tallulah to staid and earnest mob enforcer Ray to tight\u002Dlaced strategic planner Alice and lonely writer Piggy, they’re all shaped by their criminal parents in different ways. They also move in and out of each other’s stories in appealing ways, emphasizing their loyal bonds even as they keep getting pulled back into their own versions of criminality. As is almost always true in anthology\u002Dstyle works, some stories are more engaging and effective than others, but Berney continues to expand the genre of Western noir with style, humor, and a deep understanding of human frailty and flaw."

This gritty crime thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of professional heists and the complex moral codes of those who operate outside the law. The narrative follows a crew of skilled ...

CROSSING THE CACTUS

laying out the “three key ingredients” for commercialization—great ideas, great people, and capital—and argues that good ideas are abundant everywhere, but management and funding deserts prevent them from growing. Section 2 offers a pragmatic blueprint for building an ecosystem in resource\u002Dlimited environments: identifying clusters, attracting talent, raising capital, and navigating political barriers, all illustrated with ample real\u002Dlife examples. Section 3 grounds these principles in case studies of success and failure, showing patterns that work (and don’t work) beyond the coasts. Blivin draws on decades of experience managing venture funds in the Southeast U.S., New Mexico, and Northwest Europe, showing how injecting early\u002Dstage capital, convening ecosystems, and targeted recruitment can catalyze lasting regional impact. He emphasizes that by securing two of the three ingredients—most accessibly, ideas and capital, though throwing in a ski trip might not hurt, either—hinterland regions can then attract experienced management. Engineering the right conditions works better than waiting for Silicon Valley–magic to migrate. Blivin’s writing is a clear, informed, and well\u002Dorganized. He avoids jargon without oversimplifying, making the material accessible to economic developers, investors, and founders. The book’s regional\u002Ddevelopment focus might narrow its direct applicability for those in established hubs. But the case studies are all\u002Daround practical, offering sober takes on why companies falter and how ecosystems stall. At times, the “three ingredients” mantra can feel reductive, but it reinforces the core takeaway: commercializing a startup outside Silicon Valley is possible but requires its own playbook. "

This gripping survival adventure follows a young protagonist's harrowing journey through a treacherous desert landscape after a catastrophic vehicle breakdown. With only limited supplies and the rele...

Crush (Berrybrook Middle School, 3)

SVETLANA CHMAKOVA

Following the overwhelming success of AWKWARD and BRAVE, Svetlana Chmakova's award winning Berrybrook Middle School series continues with its next installment - CRUSH! Jorge seems to have it all together. He's big enough that nobody really messes with him, but he's also a genuinely sweet guy with a

CRY OUT LOUD

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This powerful collection of poetry gives voice to the raw emotions and complex experiences of teenage life, tackling everything from first heartbreak and friendship struggles to identity formation an...

CSI Math Mystery For Kids, Math Puzzle Book for kids. Fun math

Christopher Pedley

C.S.I. Math and Math Stories. 8 Activities - Use Math to solve the mysteries!Hidden Messages.Clues to solve.Puzzles to complete. Great for ages 8-13.Will you find out who committed the crime, can you help find the skeleton brides forgotten groom, or will you survive a quest in ancient China? Five of

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This eldritch horror adventure plunges readers into a chilling world where ancient cosmic entities threaten reality itself, channeling the unsettling atmosphere of Lovecraftian mythos into a fast-pac...

Cupcake Diaries 3 Books in 1! #3 Emma All Stirred Up!; Alexis Cool as

Coco Simon

Three Cupcake Club adventures are now available as one sweet treat of a book! Join Katie, Mia, Emma, and Alexis as they form the Cupcake Club—and fast friendships. This book includes three stories in the Cupcake Diaries series: Emma All Stirred Up!, Alex Cool as a Cupcake, and Katie and the Cupcake

Cute Ocean and Sea Animals Coloring Book

partha Mukherjee

One of the Best Ocean Coloring Books for Kids! This ocean life activity book is perfect for all toddlers and kids ages 4-8 who want to discover underwater animals. Featuring over 90 coloring pages of cute and funny sea creatures such as dolphins, turtle, octopus, whales, crabs, star-fish, mermaids,

Cyber Attack on America SuperAvni and Dabung Girl A new age Superhero

Saurabh Agarwal

A must-read fictional comic book about SuperAvni and Dabung Girl, who work together with Kamala, US Vice President to save america from a cyber attack. If you have not read it yet, you are missing something! SuperAvni is a next-gen superhero who combines empathy and technology to fight modern-day ch

Dad And Me Setting Farts Free A Funny Read Aloud Picture Book

Jane Bexley

New Father's Day Gift For 2021! Does your dad fart? Of course he does! This silly rhyming story will have you bursting with laughter as the little bear tries to be just like his dad in every way, including his amazing toot power. This book is appropriate for ALL AGES who don't mind silly toot humor

DAEMON PROTOCOL

his side, life was good. But when Castor starts guiding its own development and Promethean founding partner Robert Hayes suddenly dies of cardiac arrest, the future of the company becomes uncertain. When Regillus Global offers to buy the firm out and expand it into different markets, it seems like a saving grace. However, as Daniel adapts to the new company structure and direction, he soon finds himself troubled that Promethean’s original vision has been sidetracked. Then irregularities occur in Castor’s systems, indicating that something is very wrong\u003B soon, the situation results in lives being lost in the name of corporate success. Spears’ speculative novel features a large cast of characters and sector\u002Dspecific jargon (“When utilizing Shor’s Algorithm on the quantum chip, the encryption key’s period happened to match the number of physical qubits available to me,” notes Jimini, an AI built from Castor’s code, at one point), but readers will be carried along by the action\u002Dpacked, suspenseful narrative. It’s a disturbingly realistic thriller, as well\u003B as Daniel’s work demands increase, and he pours even more of himself into his work, his family life begins to suffer, and as he uncovers a web of power, deception, and greed, he must find a way to control the seemingly uncontrollable. The author has also clearly drawn on his professional experience as a software engineer to craft the story’s finer technical details, adding to its complexity and feeling of authenticity."

This gripping science fiction thriller plunges readers into a high-stakes world where advanced technology and human consciousness collide, exploring the dangerous consequences of a digital protocol d...

Dana Dinosaurs Best Valentines Day

Leslie Garland

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Will you be mine, Dino-Valentine? Dinos of all shapes and sizes make cards, munch on treats, and find romance at the Valentine Dance! Cheery rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler and d

Daniel Stones Adventures by P.J. Moth

P.J. Moth

P.J. Moth re-tells the story of Daniel Stone's adventures through this new illustrated picture book. Grandma Josephine tells Daniel Stone about the magical scarves and uses his own magical scarf to save his friends.

Daniel X The Manga, Vol. 3 (Daniel X The Manga, 3) by James Patterson

James Patterson

Daniel X's hunt to eliminate each and every intergalactic criminal on Earth is relentless, but this time, things are getting personal. Number three on the List of Alien Outlaws takes the form of raging fire - and fire reminds Daniel of the most traumatic event of his life, the horrifying murder of h

Danny And The Dinosaurs Dinosaur Stories For Kids

Lizak Strahm

"Danny And The Dinosaurs" - a children's chapter book with pictures for ages 9-12.If your child enjoys stories from authors like Enid Blyton, Roald Dahl, Gloria Levine and E. B. White then your child will be enthralled by this exciting, action packed story told by Lizak Strahm in this children's cha

DARK PYRAMID

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This gripping middle-grade adventure plunges readers into a shadowy world of ancient Egyptian curses and supernatural threats, where a group of young explorers must decipher hieroglyphic clues to sur...

DARK RENAISSANCE

dint of brains and energy, moved to Cambridge, where he distinguished himself in Latin learning, found himself recruited into a network of intelligence officers for Queen Elizabeth, and then, at age 29, was mysteriously murdered in a bar fight. At the heart of Greenblatt’s book, though, is not just a familiar story but a new argument: that it was really Marlowe, rather than Shakespeare, who lit the flame under the literary Renaissance of Elizabethan England and, furthermore, that it was Marlowe’s brilliant schooling (rather than any lived experience) that fed his verbal imagination. Acting and action were everywhere in Marlowe’s world, and Greenblatt implies that it was his work as a spy that gave him an added sense of what it meant to perform. Marlowe “entered a world in which virtually everyone was in disguise, and it was fantastically difficult to know whom to trust. These professional role\u002Dplayers, operatives supremely gifted at inspiring confidence, whispered what one most hoped to hear and made one want to relax, open up, and reveal the truth.” Greenblatt is describing the world of Elizabethan espionage, but he could well be talking about the power of the theater to make us open up, relax, and reveal the truth. In the end, Marlowe “made it possible to write in a new way about violence, ambition, greed, and desire. He offered poetic liberation.” In his hands, “the expressive power of the English language took a great leap forward.” In Greenblatt’s hands, literary scholarship, too, has taken a great leap forward."

This gripping historical fantasy plunges readers into a shadowy alternate Europe where alchemy works, forbidden knowledge lurks in forgotten libraries, and the great artists of the era wield powers f...

DARK SQUARES

chess but by alcohol and drugs. Rensch detours regularly to deliver a history of chess and the contemporary game largely controlled (i.e., financed) by the USSR until the 1990s, when even celebrity grandmasters barely earned travel expenses. Then came computers, the internet, and more media attention, which produced bigger prizes, plus the rise of cell phones, which facilitated cheating. Readers will sympathize with the author’s struggles but likely perk up when in 2008 he encounters two entrepreneurs operating an early internet chess site whose knowledge of serious competitive chess remained at the amateur level. He persuaded them to add features, programs, competitions, and the technology that ultimately promoted chess.com to its dominant position. During these years, the author writes of victories in his personal life, too, overcoming marital problems and escaping the influence of the cult."

This gripping psychological thriller plunges readers into a world where a seemingly innocent online game called "Dark Squares" begins to manipulate reality itself, blurring the lines between digital ...

Darkened Sea (Ocean Balance Book 2)

Jacy Cook

Our oceans face levels of devastation previously unknown in human history--from pollution, from overfishing, and through damage to delicate aquatic ecosystems affected by global warming. Ocean biodiversity is being decimated on par with the fastest rates of rain forest destruction. More than 80 per

DAYBREAK

Cog’s inhaling his homemade cornets, Marcus offers to make them lunch the next day—and soon, he’s making them lunch every Thursday. The two start spending more time together. Clueless about Marcus’ interest, candid, sincere Cog inadvertently stokes his affection. Cog’s best friend, Toma, however, is not so clueless and encourages Cog to set a firm boundary. But it turns out that Cog doesn’t really mind Marcus’ attention. This slice\u002Dof\u002Dlife rom\u002Dcom explores the feeling of being in the throes of a first crush. The fun, colorful, and dynamic artistic style suits the lighthearted vibe. However, the plot consists of a series of cute, loosely connected moments, resulting in underdeveloped characters and thin worldbuilding\u003B the latter is exemplified by the book’s unclear setting. The Black\u002Dpresenting leads are surrounded by a racially diverse cast at a school that has Japanese influences, but without a cultural anchor, some of the characters’ behavior and reactions feel unclear. Rather than the characters themselves driving the narrative, the need to maintain the tension of their unrevealed feelings is central, making the story sometimes feels contrived. Nevertheless, those seeking a straightforward, queer cotton\u002Dcandy romance likely won’t mind. Readers familiar with manga iconography will notice clues to the leads’ feelings."

This powerful young adult novel follows a diverse group of teens navigating the complexities of identity, friendship, and self-discovery during a transformative summer experience. The narrative weave...

DAYBREAKER

Sousa’s rich, luminous colors, beautifully showcase the Philippines’ diverse landscapes as well as various cultural elements. Inspired by Filipino mythology and folklore, Tadiar incorporates Baybayin, a centuries\u002Dold Filipino script, and the culture of the Indigenous peoples who live in the mountains."

This dark fantasy novel plunges readers into a world divided between eternal day and endless night, where a young apprentice must harness forbidden magic to prevent a celestial cataclysm. The narrati...

DC Comics Secret Hero Society Series

Derek Fridolfs

This charming graphic novel series imagines DC's iconic superheroes as middle school students navigating the challenges of homework, friendship, and early crime-fighting at a mysterious academy for g...

DEAD CENTER

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This gripping thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of a teenage forensic investigator who becomes the prime suspect in a murder she's trying to solve. When a body is discovered at the ...

DEADWOOD

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This gritty western thriller plunges readers into the lawless world of a 19th-century mining town where survival depends on quick wits and faster triggers. Genre masterfully captures the raw atmosphe...

DEALING WITH THE DEAD

thrilling, one-of-a-kind encounters." />

This gripping collection of paranormal encounters delivers exactly what its title promises—unforgettable stories of brushes with the afterlife that will captivate young readers fascinated by ghost st...

DEAR JACKIE

typing herself a fake love letter on Jabari’s old typewriter—but her scheme causes more problems than it solves. With lively, expressive art and the creative use of typewritten narration boxes to reflect Jackie’s unspoken thoughts, this graphic novel captures the cringey, confusing mess of early adolescence. A diverse cast of side characters brings depth to a story that champions self\u002Dacceptance and individuality. Jackie and her family appear Black, and Milo presents East Asian."

This powerful collection of letters to baseball legend Jackie Robinson offers young readers a unique window into his enduring legacy and the profound impact he had on American society. Through heartf...

DEATH AT A HIGHLAND WEDDING

the boorish Austrian gamekeeper and his mantraps, which, to Mallory’s fury, have wounded a Scottish wildcat and killed its mother. During a walk, Mallory, Gray, and McCreadie find part of a butchered deer and then the body of Cranston’s friend Ezra Sinclair wearing Cranston’s coat. When the inexperienced and opinionated local constable arrests Cranston, the investigative trio intervene. Was Sinclair or Cranston the target for murder? And is the killer a disgruntled local or one of their own friends?"

When a wedding guest turns up dead at a lavish Scottish estate, the picturesque celebration transforms into a high-stakes investigation where ancient clan rivalries and buried secrets refuse to stay ...

DEATH OF A POP STAR

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This gritty YA thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of fame, following the shocking murder of a beloved pop icon and the dark secrets that surface in its wake. The narrative masterfull...

DEATH TO ORDER

the CIA and other American intelligence agencies and, more recently, Vladimir Putin’s use of assassination to silence his political opponents."

This gritty thriller plunges readers into a high-stakes world of covert operations and moral ambiguity, where a shadowy organization offers assassination services to the highest bidder. The narrative...

Death, Loss, and Grief in Literature for Youth A Selective Annotated

Alice Crosetto

All human beings encounter loss and death, as well as the grief associated with these experiences. It is therefore important for children and adolescents to understand that such events are inevitable and to learn how to accept loss and cope with their emotions. In order to help children through thei

Decodable Readers 15 Long Vowel Teams Phonics Books for Beginning

Anna DiGilio

Help children develop and strengthen their reading skills with Developing Decoders book sets.This set includes 15 full-color, professionally-written and illustrated books that engage young readers.Developing Decoders highlight specific word patterns and skills appropriate for each developmental stag

DEEPWATER CREEK

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A gripping survival story unfolds when a group of teenagers on a camping trip find their idyllic weekend shattered by a catastrophic flash flood, forcing them to rely on their wits and each other to ...

Delaware at Christmas

DuPont and other local employers, and ubiquitous “Christmas in July” sales among stores in coastal towns.The book’s nostalgic style may not appeal to more academically minded readers, but its upbeat, inclusive approach reflects the holiday season at its joyous best. A major highlight of the book is its use of full\u002Dcolor, festive illustrations and images of photos, paintings, magazine covers, and other holiday ephemera, many of which are in the public domain. Tabler has authored three other works on Delaware history, and he clearly has a firm understanding of the state’s unique place in American culture\u003B he also fruitfully draws on primary source material from more than two dozen of the state’s archives, museums, universities, and historical societies. The work’s only drawback is its oversized back matter, “Chapter Continuations,” which offers additional exposition on the topics in each chapter. This information is often diverting, but the section comprises more than a third of the book’s total length and ultimately makes for a disjointed read. Readers who are looking for a history of Scandinavian Christmas observance, for instance, will not only need to read the book’s opening chapter, but also multiple pages of additional information in the final section that’s longer than the initial chapter itself. Still, despite this editorial misstep, the book is a beautifully crafted and colorful work."

Delaware at Christmas uncovers the rich and surprising ways Delawareans have celebrated the holiday season across four centuries. From colonial-era customs brought by Swedish, Dutch, and English settlers to modern multicultural observances, this book blends history, folklore, and festive tradition i

Detective Duck The Mystery at Emerald Pond (Detective Duck #3) by Henry Winkler

Henry Winkler

From New York Times bestselling creators, Emmy Award-winning actor Henry Winkler, children's book author Lin Oliver, and Caldecott Medal-winning author-illustrator Dan Santat, comes a hysterical, full-color chapter book adventure When the Pond Squad is invited to participate in the Emerald Pond Game

DEVIL IN THE PALE MOONLIGHT

an addiction to a virtual\u002Dreality game called “the Siv,” in which players are promised a way to escape from their troubles (in reality, becoming half\u002Dvegetated slaves to the game’s economy). Enter Tomahawk “Hawk” O’Murtaugh, a construction worker who, at the novel’s outset, quickly loses both his father and his good friend Cezare in rapid succession. The back\u002Dto\u002Dback deaths send Hawk reeling into the world of the Siv, both as a distraction and as a way to understand the blight to which so many of his fellow countrymen, most notably his grandfather, are addicted. Once inside the game, Hawk discovers that his grandfather left him an inconceivably huge inheritance and was in fact one of the game’s founding designers. Determined to use his grandfather’s complicated legacy for good, Hawk sets out to liberate the masses enslaved by the game—a tall order, especially considering a ruthless serial killer is also making his way through the Siv, with his virtual victims perishing in the real world, too. Anderson’s novel deftly captures the strange anomie of living in a tech\u002Ddriven world, as described by Hawk shortly after first engaging with the Siv: “I feel like I just jumped off a diving board into a swimming pool and somehow landed in the middle of the ocean.” While the narrative is set 95 years into the future, its problems are recognizable echoes of present\u002Dday issues. There is a lot to keep track of here—from the politics, to the future tech, to the characters themselves—but the plot is snappy and likely to keep readers on Hawk’s side as he tries to rescue civilization from itself."

This supernatural thriller plunges readers into a world where ancient evil awakens in a quiet town, forcing a group of teens to confront a malevolent force that preys on their deepest fears. The atmo...

Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja by Marcus Emerson

Marcus Emerson

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and upMy name is Chase Cooper, and I'm a 6th grade ninja. It's my first day at a different school and the only person I know is my cousin, Zoe (but she might be a little too cool for me). I was just another scrawny kid until a group of ninjas recruited me into th

DIARY OF A NATURE NERD

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This engaging nature journal offers young readers a vibrant window into the natural world through the eyes of a curious protagonist who documents everything from backyard insects to seasonal changes....

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Box of Books 1–10 Hardcover Gift Set by Jeff Kinney

Jeff Kinney

Collects the diaries of middle-schooler Greg Heffley as he faces the challenges of school, deals with his annoying older brother, and misses the comforts and conveniences of modern life when his town voluntarily goes electronics-free.

Diary of an Almost Cool Girl - Book 1 Meet Maddi - Ooops!

B Campbell

This humorous diary-style story follows Maddi, a middle schooler navigating the treacherous waters of friendship and family while desperately trying to achieve cool status. Through her candid journal...

Dillon Hunt And The Desert Oasis Resort (Dillon Hunt Adventure' Series Book 1)

Chad Stewart

This action-packed desert adventure follows young Dillon Hunt as he uncovers a mysterious oasis resort that holds secrets far beyond its luxurious facade. Readers will be captivated by the clever puz...

Dinos Love Donuts (Mythical Feasts)

Ben Okon

Dinos love donuts. They love sprinkled donuts, glazed donuts, and any other donut you can imagine. But could their love for donuts lead to their demise? Find out for yourself! Just leave the donut hole at home, or else...

Dinosaur Bone War Cope and Marshs Fossil Feud

Elizabeth Cody Kimmel

Edward Drinker Cope was a charming man with a passion for old bones. Othniel Marsh was a stickler for procedure when he studied his fossil finds. They started as friends, sharing ideas and information, but after Marsh tried to poach Cope's digging site, they became bitter enemies. Their decades-long

Dinosaur Prehistoric Fatal Fight Utahraptor VS Iguanodon The Hunt

Steve Gregory

Uh-oh! An iguanodon is cornered by a predator. But this dinosaur has a secret weapon. It uses its sharp thumb spike to slash its enemy. Run away! In this high-interest title, readers are placed into the world of the iguanodon, where colorful illustrations and leveled text introduce this dinosaur’s d

Dinosaur Puzzle Book (Puzzle Books)

Kirsteen Robson

Children will be fascinated to discover fearsome facts about the biggest, fastest and deadliest dinosaurs and all kinds of other dino data as they complete the fun puzzles in this book. Packed with information, the puzzles are also designed to encourage and develop key math, language and reasoning s

Disney Manga Stitch! Best Friends Forever! by Miho Asada

Miho Asada

You know and love Stitch's Hawaiian adventures... so join your favorite alien as he visits a Japanese island near Okinawa, where he befriends a young girl named Yuna, who excels at karate. This is a diary of their adventures throughout the island.

Divorce The Ultimate Teen Guide (It Happened to Me) (Volume 41) by Kathlyn Gay

Kathlyn Gay

It has been estimated that at least half of the children in America come from families that have been affected by divorce. Of those children, more than half will see a parent's second marriage dissolve as well. The impact of divorce on teens can be devastating, adversely affecting their attitudes, b

DO ADMIT

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This collection of candid author interviews and critical essays offers an unvarnished look at the literary world's inner workings, pulling back the curtain on everything from creative processes to in...

Do You Have a Secret? A Childrens Mental Health Book to Keep Kids Safe

Jennifer Moore-Mallinos

Discusses the difference between secrets that are fun to keep and those that make people unhappy, and encourages youngsters to confide in their parents or another trusted adult such painful matters as bullying or improper touching.

Doctopus the Pirate Octopus

Stanley Crew

Will the pirate octopus ruin Christmas? Before Sol & Vox can stop him, the evil Doctopus finds a way to mess up everything! These two young boys must find out how to defeat him while learning to live on a sailboat. Can they stop him... or will they end up in his slimy grasp? The maiden voyage of the

DODGERS TO DAMASCUS

the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1980. There are also harrowing moments, like surviving two nearly fatal poisoning attempts during his diplomatic work. The book also covers mundane events, such as the subject’s early childhood and his interactions with students as a beloved professor. The author of seven biographies, Cooke approaches the subject with a warmth that borders on fawning (she describes Lesch as “a ‘nice guy’ whose moral compass gives me hope for humankind”). And while at times hagiographic, this biography is backed by solid research, including a scholarly bibliography and interviews with more than a dozen individuals associated with Lesch, from family friends to academics, students, and diplomats. Its engaging narrative is complemented by full\u002Dcolor photographs, maps, and newspaper clippings."

This gripping memoir traces one man's extraordinary journey from professional baseball player to Christian missionary, chronicling his spiritual awakening and dramatic career shift with raw honesty. ...

Dog Man A Tale of Two Kitties A Graphic Novel

Dav Pilkey

"Canine cop Dog Man is back, and he's about to be bested by the world's most conniving cat crook!"--

Dog Stars Three Luminaries in the Dog World (Classic Reprint)

Mrs. T. P. O'connor

Excerpt from Dog Stars Three Luminaries in the Dog World He does not change when beauty ﬂees, nor when poverty comes, nor when health goes. He gives his heart, his true and single heart to his mistress forever. She may be Old and gray, with furrowed face, but he sees the pilgrim soul in her. He cann

DOOMSTAR (The Lost Space Treasure, Book 5) A Space Adventure

Rae Knightly

MEGASTAR thrusts a young girl into an epic hunt to uncover the greatest treasure in the galaxy. A thrilling space opera adventure for middle-graders.

Dork Diaries Books 1-10

Rachel Renée Russell

Get your dork on with the ultimate Dork Diaries boxed set! This collection contains books one through ten (including three-and-a-half and OMG!) in the wildly popular New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Dork Diaries series! This collectible boxed set chronicles the oh-so-fabulous life of Nikki M

Dork Diaries Books 10-12

Rachel Renée Russell

Get your dork on with the ultimate Dork Diaries boxed set! This collection contains ten through twelve in the wildly popular New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Dork Diaries series! Books ten, eleven, and twelve in the wildly popular New York Times, USA TODAY, and Publishers Weekly bestselling

Down by the Bay (Raffi Songs to Read) by Raffi

Raffi

Raffi's hilarious version of the classic song about strange events that happen down by the bay, where the watermelons grow... Singing supports and encourages even the youngest child's speech and listening skills, which makes Down by the Bay perfect for early learning. In this friendly board book edi

Down with Lime Books! A Story About Book Banning

Jan Zauzmer

An allegorical picture book about the very real dangers of book banning Paige and her pals picked out teal books and red books and plum books and more--so many they spilled from the shelves to the floor. . . . But not everyone thought that this rainbow was grand--some wanted lime-colored books to be

DR. BOT

skill, experience, and science, too often others suffer because of doctors’ shortcomings. Many are turning to artificial intelligence to supplement human judgment in medicine, but some in the medical community dismiss AI assistance outright. Replacing the physician with a medical robot would be a mistake equal to banishing AI from the exam room altogether, says Blease. “Today,” the author writes, “substantial research supports the observation that experts can be unreasonably biased against algorithms, favoring their own (sometimes flawed) human decision\u002Dmaking instead. This kind of apathy is referred to as ‘algorithmic aversion.’” Blease is cognizant that both AI and MDs have weaknesses, yet both have skills that, if brought together, would benefit patients. That’s the hope. Blease warns against naively trusting the technology\u003B AI can make blunders. As tests and trials demonstrate, though, advanced AI can be a valuable medical technology. (According to a Pew Research survey, four in 10 Americans, Blease writes, “would feel comfortable if their provider ‘relied on AI for their medical care.’”) The mix of AI and medicine won’t replace the human doctor but can produce what Blease notes is “extended cognition: that our thinking isn’t confined to our brains but extends to the tools and environment around us.” The result: better care, and lives saved."

This middle-grade novel offers a timely exploration of artificial intelligence and friendship, following a young protagonist whose life is upended when a sophisticated AI companion enters their world...

DRACULA'S BRUNCH CLUB

the towering, glowering vampire Constantine, who’s banned people. Worse, Dracula’s entire store of “the crimson\u002Dred, blood orange jelly all vampires crave” has been raided. Local farmers have no blood oranges—a blight has destroyed the crops. This proves disastrous even as Dracula tries to regain his brunch\u002Dhosting ground—kale is no substitute for delicious, energizing fruit jelly. The shortage also jeopardizes his standing with his crush, the human Elena, since he’s promised to donate a year’s supply of jelly donuts to her charity auction to help sick children. Something must be done—and it might just involve blood. After all, Count Dracula is a vampire. This book will greatly appeal to young readers looking for comics with a little edge: The gore is mild and cartoon\u002Dsilly, and there are plenty of jokes to lighten the mood. The story moves at a measured pace, and the fun, kid\u002Dfriendly artwork adds depth to the narrative. Gaybba’s color palette predominantly contains cool, moody tones that make the occasional spots of red—mostly jelly and blood—pop. Human and vampire characters have skin in varying shades of blue and purple."

This clever twist on vampire lore follows a group of young monsters who would rather host a trendy brunch than hunt for their next meal, serving up a story that is equal parts spooky and sweet. The n...

Dragon Girls Series Complete 16 Books Set, Books #1 - #16

Maddy Mara

This enchanting fantasy series follows a group of ordinary girls who discover they can transform into magical dragons, whisking readers away to a world where friendship and courage unlock extraordina...

Dragon Towers The Ghostly Surprise The new funny, highly illustrated

Pip Bird

This magical counting book offers young children an engaging introduction to early math concepts through a whimsical ghost-hunting adventure. Kids will delight in helping the friendly protagonist cou...

Dragons Future (Dragon Courage Book 1)

Kandi J Wyatt

Every child of Woolpren dreams of becoming one, but only a few are chosen. Now, ten-year- old twin brother and sister, Ruskya and Duskya, have been selected to join an elite group of riders: dragon riders. Full of awe and excitement, the twins leave their mother, and their home, to train for their n