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LADIES IN HATING

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This provocative collection of interconnected narratives explores the complex dynamics of female relationships through a series of raw, unflinching vignettes about women navigating friendship, rivalr...

LADY DRAGON

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This action-packed fantasy novel introduces a fierce heroine who must embrace her draconic heritage to save her kingdom from dark forces. When a young royal discovers she can transform into a powerfu...

LADY LIKE

Emily Sergeant, who has arrived in London desperately looking for a husband who can outrank the odious man to whom her family has betrothed her. When their separate pursuits of the duke bring the two women together, after a few days of bickering both become more interested in each other’s company than anything, or anyone, else. The worldly Harriet is well aware of the nature of her developing feelings for Emily, but it takes Emily longer to understand her emotions. When she finally learns what a Sapphist is, the women connect emotionally and physically. However, society hasn’t changed, nor have the expectations of their families. Lee’s delightful adult debut will please fans of her YA historical fiction as well as romance readers encountering her for the first time. The story, which centers queer and theatrical Regency life alongside the familiar tropes of the London Season, is well\u002Dpaced, with entertaining side characters and rich detail. The clever ending, moving and satisfying on its own, is enhanced by Lee’s extensive, thoughtful notes sharing historical background and revealing that much of her plot is less fantastic than readers might assume."

This empowering guide for young women tackles the complex transition from girlhood to adulthood with refreshing honesty and practical wisdom. The book addresses everything from personal values and he...

LAUNCHING LIBERTY

relentless Nazi U\u002Dboat attacks on cargo ships in the Atlantic and inspired by Britain’s Merchant Shipbuilding Mission, the U.S. launched a parallel effort. In roughly four years, shipyards from Maine to Oregon produced 2,710 Liberty ships, each longer than a football field. Christened “ugly ducklings” by the press, the ships were practical but unattractive. Even President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who supported the program, said of the ships’ design, “Anyone of you that knows a ship and loves a ship, would hate them, as I do.” In his readable account, Most injects a sense of urgency and humanity into what might otherwise be a niche topic, an approach complemented by the book’s organization into seven sections composed of short chapters. The narrative is at its most lively in the first four sections, which follow the small group of men who created the Liberty program from the ground up. The massive workforce needed to power their effort came with challenges, ranging from the need for housing and schools to health care. One shipyard’s effort to provide health care for workers built the foundation of today’s Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program. Racism and sexism accompanied the increasingly diverse population of shipyard laborers. The author documents both, but his discussions sometimes lack nuance. “Wendy the Welders,” shipbuilding’s answer to Rosie the Riveter, are present and accounted for, yet the epilogue’s brief descriptions of their subsequent marriages and/or happy transitions to other jobs leave little room for the complexity of their experiences. Most returns to his strengths in the final two sections, describing the push to build ships faster and faster to meet the needs of a country at war."

This gripping historical novel plunges readers into the heart of World War II, following a young girl whose life becomes unexpectedly intertwined with the iconic Rosie the Riveter movement. As she na...

LAurora a Nova York

Douglas Kennedy

This poignant novel explores the immigrant experience through the eyes of an Italian artist who arrives in early 20th century New York, capturing both the gritty reality of starting over in a new cou...

Learn and Trace Coloring Book with ASL by Chantel Hartley

Chantel Hartley

This kid-focused book is a wonderful introduction to American Sign Language featuring adorable illustrations to color as well as the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) Manual Alphabet, which is used for finger spelling words.Each page features a clear drawing of an alphabet, a hand letter, and a

Learn On The Go Workbooks Reading Comprehension Grade 4

Learning Horizons

The 15 simple stories in this Grade 4 workbook provide activities for:

Legend of the Star Runner A Timmi Tobbson Adventure Book for Boys and Girls

J. I. Wagner

Following the clues concealed within a centuries-old family legacy, Timmi Tobbson and his friends hope to save a dear friend. But only twenty-four hoursremain to unravel the legend of a long-lost pirate ship, buriedsomewhere deep beneath the city streets. Unbeknownst to them, theirsearch awakens a m

Leos Lobo

Melissa Cristina Márquez

This middle-grade adventure story follows a young boy's journey to protect an endangered wolf species, weaving conservation themes with exciting wilderness survival. Marine biologist Melissa Cristina...

LESSONS IN MAGIC AND DISASTER

the leader of a right\u002Dwing smear group. So Jamie shares something with Serena that she hasn’t even shared with her nonbinary spouse, Ro: Jamie can do magic. She performs rituals that she hopes will make her small desires real in the world. Serena takes to this practice, but almost immediately seeks to enact larger, angrier spells, with effects that neither she nor Jamie can anticipate or control, profoundly disrupting both of their lives. This compact novel is about many things: a literary treasure hunt that strongly recalls A.S. Byatt’s Possession\u003B the struggle to negotiate obligations to parents, spouses, and oneself\u003B moving forward from grief\u003B and a self\u002Dtaught witch’s fraught journey toward understanding her own magic. But underlying everything is this profound question: How do minority groups (in this case, specifically, those in the LGBTQ+ community) fight effectively and ethically against the tolerance of intolerance? Wouldn’t it be wonderful to magically smite the powerful figures who discriminate, disenfranchise, and endanger the vulnerable through indifference or cruelty? Unfortunately, it’s never that easy, not in real life and not in fiction."

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows a young apprentice whose magical education takes a dangerous turn when a spell goes catastrophically wrong, unleashing unintended consequences that threaten th...

Lets Share! The Chang Family Series Board Book

Youmee Lee

Hwa learns how to make friends through sharing.

LETTERS FOR THE AGES

Clara Schumann, the fellow composer who had great affection for her friend (the feeling was reciprocal, although the relationship probably remained platonic). The letter is illuminating because it shows how much Schumann advised Brahms on his scores, with detailed (and gentle) suggestions: “In the C major piece I wish you would use the charming opening phrase again at the repeat, it would not be difficult, would it?” Schumann’s husband, Robert, is also in the anthology. In an 1830 letter to his mother, the future composer expresses his reluctance to pursue a legal career: “My life has been for twenty years one long struggle between poetry and prose, or, let us say, music and law.” Seems he made the right choice. Dozens of other musicians are included\u003B the range is broad, if focused on Western artists. We hear from Giuseppe Verdi, Woody Guthrie, John Coltrane, Leonard Bernstein, Amy Winehouse, and Nick Cave. In a foreword, David Pickard writes that “despite their genius, great artists are real people”—even, apparently, when addressing royalty. “My glorious and dearly beloved King,” Richard Wagner gushes in a letter to Ludwig II of Bavaria. In his short communication, the composer proceeds, like any modern\u002Dday fanboy, to use no fewer than 11 exclamation marks."

This collection of historically significant correspondence offers young readers a fascinating window into pivotal moments through the personal words of those who lived them. The carefully curated let...

Leyendas, mitos, cuentos y otros relatos Kayapo de la selva amazonica

Nahuel Sugobono

Legends, myths and stories from the Cayapo Indians of Brazil.

Leyendas, Mitos, Cuentos Y Otros Relatos Yamanas/ Yamanas Legends

Nahuel Sugobono

This immersive collection transports readers into the rich mythological world of the Yámana people, bringing to life ancient legends and traditional stories from Tierra del Fuego. Through vivid story...

Life and Death (Leyendas Book 1) by Selenia Paz

Selenia Paz

This haunting middle-grade novel weaves Mexican folklore with a contemporary mystery, following two cousins who must navigate the mythical realms of La Llorona and other legendary figures to save the...

Life and I A Story About Death by Elisabeth Helland Larsen

Elisabeth Helland Larsen

"Rosy-cheeked and wrapped in blue, with a flower in her hair, Death rides a pink bike. Death, a greeneyed little girl in this pastel world, visits small animals with soft fur and big animals with sharp teeth. She lingers with a kindly grandmother as they knit one last scarf together. She wanders thr

LIFE AT SHUTTER SPEED

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Life At Shutter Speed is the debut collection from Larry Chen, the preeminent automotive photographer of today's generation. This 400-page keepsake celebrates 20 years of Chen's work, featuring never-before-seen images and behind-the-scenes stories from his travels all over the world. More than 2,50

LIFE, AND DEATH, AND GIANTS

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This powerful YA novel explores the raw edges of grief and survival through the eyes of a teenager grappling with a devastating family loss. The narrative masterfully balances the crushing weight of ...

LIGHT BENEATH ASHES

armed burglars during the night, prompting his family to frequently sleep at their church to avoid zenglendos (armed criminals). While he deeply valued Haiti’s rich culture, even having competitions with his friends to see who could read Haitian novels the fastest, he also had family members whom he visited in the United States, where he developed an affinity for the U.S., especially its cartoons and Wendy’s spicy chicken nuggets. Ultimately, he migrated to the U.S., devoting his efforts to education and eventually receiving a Ph.D. in applied economics from the University of Florida. Apart from academic research, Anglade spent much of his postgraduate life engaging with Haitian politics, public policy, and economic development. The memoir certainly offers an inspirational story of overcoming obstacles to obtain one’s dreams, but what makes this work stand out is Anglade’s grasp of Haitian history\u003B he interweaves his personal story into the larger narrative of the Caribbean nation. For example, the zenglendos that terrorized his family, he convincingly writes, weren’t just random criminals or a “local menace,” but were intricately tied to the political and economic instability that followed the overthrow of President Jean\u002DBertrand Aristide in 1991. He similarly connects his immigration story to the wider history of the African diaspora. The book also includes ample commentary on contemporary Haitian politics and the effects of climate change on the country. While this political analysis lacks formal citations, Anglade has a learned understanding of the various forces at play in 21st\u002Dcentury Haiti and is particularly critical of the nation’s bureaucrats for “riding in bullet proof cars and drawing comfortable salaries” amid rising crime rates and economic decline."

This powerful young adult novel explores the raw emotional landscape of grief and survival as a teenage girl navigates the aftermath of her family's devastating tragedy. The narrative plunges readers...

LIKE

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This collection of critical reviews offers readers a curated selection of thoughtful literary analysis across various genres, providing a valuable primer on the art of critique. The book's strength l...

LIKE CLOCKWORK

using a unique angle to frame the issues of business: Goodner asks, how does a well\u002Dorganized, world\u002Drenowned military run, and how can your business use the same methods to get ahead? Appendices include the author’s “Golden Rules,” recommended reading, a case study index, and a reading guide."

This gripping YA thriller plunges readers into a world where time itself has fractured, forcing a group of teens to uncover the sinister conspiracy behind their town's rigid, mechanical schedule. The...

LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA

nature, Miranda bloomed in high school, where he made movies with a camcorder and took advantage of the school’s drama program, staging ambitious plays. In his sophomore year at Wesleyan University, Miranda wrote a musical set in Washington Heights\u003B it would become the first draft of In the Heights, his first Broadway musical. Most of Pollack\u002DPelzner’s book is dedicated to the creative process behind In the Heights, which won four Tony Awards, and Hamilton, the idea for which came when Miranda took a copy of Ron Chernow’s biography on vacation. Miranda talked to Pollack\u002DPelzner for the book, and his remarkable candor is part of why it succeeds. The author’s chronicle of the musicals’ development is equally thrilling. Pollack\u002DPelzner, who writes about theater and culture for the New Yorker, the Atlantic, and the New York Times, understands the technical and creative aspects of the stage, and he proves himself to also be an astute observer of the more human side of creating art."

This compelling biography captures the extraordinary journey of the visionary creator behind "Hamilton" and "In the Heights," tracing his path from a childhood immersed in New York City's vibrant art...

LINK + HUD

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This action-packed adventure follows two brothers with wildly different personalities—one a cautious planner, the other a spontaneous thrill-seeker—who must combine their unique strengths to navigate...

LION HEARTS

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This gripping novel follows a young protagonist navigating the treacherous landscape of high school while grappling with a family secret that threatens to upend everything. When ancient family docume...

Listening to My Body A guide to helping kids understand

Gabi Garcia

Listening to My Body is an engaging and interactive picture book that introduces children to the practice of paying attention to their bodies. Through a combination of story and simple experiential activities, it guides them through the process of noticing and naming their feelings and the physical

Little Animals by Guizzo Books

Guizzo Books

This charming animal story introduces young readers to the wonders of wildlife through beautifully illustrated pages that capture the gentle adventures of forest creatures. The narrative follows a gr...

LIVING IN THE PRESENT WITH JOHN PRINE

Covid\u002D19. He was 73. Piazza repurposed the materials he had gathered to produce this moving work. Equal parts profile, oral history, and on\u002Dthe\u002Droad adventure, the book recounts the artist’s working\u002Dclass background in suburban Chicago, his family connection to rural Kentucky, his early success with Atlantic Records, and the decision to co\u002Dfound the label Oh Boy Records. Often writing in the first person and present tense, Piazza recounts his time with Prine, including a spontaneous road trip from Nashville to Sarasota, Florida, in a cherry\u002Dred 1977 Coupe de Ville. Piazza also reviews Prine’s body of work, its broad influence, and his unassuming humanity. Comparing Prine to Bob Dylan, Piazza notes, “You don’t want to be him, you just want to hang out with him.” Along the way, the author gathers insights from Prine’s peers, friends, and family. One band member, for example, notes that Prine’s keen emotional intelligence easily overcame his limitations as a musician and singer. A two\u002Dtime cancer survivor, Prine was already in poor health when Piazza befriended him, but the artist’s good humor and low\u002Dkey grace shine through on every page."

This picture book biography introduces young readers to the legendary singer-songwriter John Prine, capturing both his musical journey and his profound appreciation for everyday moments. Through lyri...

Look Baby! Collection

Margaret Miller

This adorable four-book boxed set of photographic board books from the popular Look Baby! series by Margaret Miller is perfect for little ones who are discovering concepts like food, colors, and play! An accessible approach to first concepts joins forces with the fascination babies have for their fe

Love Bu Monster Coloring & Journal Book +50 adorable, unique scenes

ELENA HEART

Do you love Elena of Avalor - Then this coloring book is for you. Coloring Book is for adults, boys and girls aged from 2 to 12+ years old. You, your child, or any child in your life, will love to fill the pages of this classic coloring book with bright colors. A great activity that sparks creativit

Lullaby for Alana

Christopher Kypros

Alana has a problem. She can’t go to sleep! For several nights now, her mommy and daddy have tried to help. They’ve rubbed her back and sung her favorite songs...still, she hardly gets any sleep at all. But what Alana doesn’t know is that her guardian angel is very near...and something wonderful is

Ly-Lan and the Unfair Book Fair (Ly-Lan Finds a Way) by Hà Dinh

Hà Dinh

Continuing the Ly-Lan Find A Way chapter book series for young readers ages 6-10, Ly-Lan and the Unfair Book Fair follows Ly-Lan, the eight-year-old daughter of Vietnamese immigrants, as she grapples with earning and spending money, all while being a good friend and learning what it means to be trul

MABEL MAKES (^UP) A FRIEND

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This vibrant picture book explores the creative ways a young girl named Mabel navigates the challenges of making new friends when she moves to a different neighborhood. Through whimsical illustration...

Magic Tree House Boxed Set, Books 5-8 Night of the Ninjas, Afternoon

Mary Pope Osborne

Jack and Annie experience a series of time-travel adventures.

Magical Map #3 Haunted Mansion by Ridley Pearson

Ridley Pearson

New York Times bestselling author of the Kingdom Keepers series is back with an all-new Disney-inspired chapter book adventure! Welcome foolish mortals to the Haunted Mansion… Ever since they moved to Orlando, Gemma and Torin have experienced Disney magic like no other. They have a hand-drawn map of

Magical Mermaid Princess Coloring Book

Magic Colors Press

Immerse your child in a captivating underwater world with "Mermaid Magic: A Colorful Coloring Book for Kids Ages 3-10." This enchanting coloring book features 30 beautifully illustrated pages filled with delightful mermaids and their aquatic friends, designed to spark your child's creativity and ima

MAGNOLIA WU UNFOLDS IT ALL

Chanel Miller

In this hilarious follow-up to ChupaCarter, world-famous entertainer George Lopez delivers a spooky tale of mystery, revenge, and friendship starring 12-year-old Jorge and Carter, the fearsome but friendly Chupacabra! Inspired by his own childhood and packed with clever illustrations, George Lopez's

MAKER GIRL AND PROFESSOR SMARTS

book’s end, they’ll likely come to agree with the duo’s claims that “MAKING STUFF!” and “KNOWING STUFF!” are indeed superpowers. Other supervillains in town go by monikers such as the Fluffernator and “Snot Lady,” and Florentine allows readers to see Mr. Antifreeze’s vulnerable side\u003B the level of actual or potential violence here is low. Thanks to dramatic poses and exaggerated expressions, the dynamic duo’s big personalities come through clearly in Florentine’s limber cartoon scenes. Yael is light\u002Dskinned, while Chuy is brown\u002Dskinned and cued Latine\u003B the entire cast displays a broadly diverse range of racial and cultural identities."

This STEM adventure follows a curious young inventor and her brilliant mentor as they tackle real-world engineering challenges through creative problem-solving. The story cleverly integrates fundamen...

MANGA

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This vibrant manga guide offers young artists an accessible entry point into the world of Japanese-style comics, breaking down complex illustration techniques into manageable steps. The book excels a...

MANNAZ

the end, there are definite changes at the highest levels and richly deserved rewards for those who brought them about."

This gripping YA fantasy plunges readers into a world where ancient Norse runes hold tangible power, centering on the Mannaz symbol of humanity and interdependence. The narrative follows a young prot...

Manners - A Growing-Up Book Board Book With Big Flaps

Robin Rose

When you're sitting at the table and there's something that you want, like a napkin or more jam or one more croissant, remember to say PLEASE and THANK YOU. Learning to be polite and use good manners is an important part of growing up. Your little one will love seeing how sweet animal characters use

Marcs Mission Way of the Warrior Kid

Jocko Willink

In Marc's Mission, New York Times-bestselling author Jocko Willink delivers a second powerful and empowering Way of the Warrior book about finding your inner strength and being the best you can be, even in the face of adversity. In Way of the Warrior Kid, Marc went from wimp to warrior in one summer

MARIA LA DIVINA

dumping her for Jackie Kennedy. All of these events and encounters and settings (including Venice) speed by in Charyn’s nonstop narrative, daring the reader to keep up. Winston Churchill, incontinent and prone to violent fits, makes an appearance. So does Grace Kelly, whose smile, through Callas’ eyes, is “fictitious” and who “could barely string together two sentences that made sense.” Charyn is at his best getting inside the creative process, offering insight into Callas’ mastery of bel canto and the unfixable “wobble” in her throat that helped define her. We learn how her poor vision prevents her from seeing the conductor’s baton and requires her to memorize where everything is placed onstage. And then there’s the key role played by her beloved canaries, singing partners to the end."

This vibrant picture book biography introduces young readers to the extraordinary life of Maria Callas, the legendary opera singer whose voice captivated audiences worldwide. Through lyrical prose an...

MARROW

a group of self\u002Dproclaimed witches, it’s a distinct possibility. She grew up on Marrow Island, off the coast of Maine, at the Bare Root Fertility Center, owned and operated by her mother, Ursula. This fertility center is staffed by midwives who call themselves witches, and who treat their clients—both those who are giving birth at the center, and those who are desperate to get pregnant—with a mixture of holistic and (supposedly) otherworldly medicines. Unfortunately, Ursula doesn’t believe that Oona has the gift of magic, and so Oona spent her childhood on the outskirts, desperate to find a way in, until eventually she was kicked out under mysterious circumstances. As an adult Oona realizes that her way back into the coven is the same as any other woman’s: She needs to be pregnant. But Oona is plagued by a series of miscarriages. She believes these miscarriages aren’t an accident of biology but instead are a curse by her late childhood friend, Daphne, who Oona thinks is punishing her for an attempted spell gone wrong. When Oona is once again pregnant, she successfully sneaks her way back into Bare Root under disguise, attempting to atone for her past and gain entry into her coveted coven. The first half of the novel is a frustrating combination of convoluted and slow. Once Oona begins to uncover some dark secrets at the fertility center, though, Shea finds her footing and the reader will mostly be hooked."

This bone-chilling horror novel plunges readers into a terrifying world where a group of teenagers discovers a horrifying secret hidden within their own bodies. The story masterfully blends body horr...

MARSEILLE 1940

France’s collapse, most Americans opposed helping refugees. Running for reelection in November, Franklin D. Roosevelt knew that supporting immigration was a sure loser at the polls. Some readers will recognize Wittstock’s hero, Varian Fry, a young New York journalist: He is at the heart of Julie Orringer’s 2019 novel The Flight Portfolio, which inspired the Netflix series Transatlantic. Together with a few activists, Fry raised money and founded the Emergency Rescue Committee. Carrying a list of names, including 200 German\u002Dlanguage authors provided by Thomas Mann, he traveled to Marseille in August 1940, assigned to spend a few weeks organizing an office to aid refugees. He remained for more than a year. On arriving, Fry realized that thousands needed help to survive as well as navigate absurd procedures for obtaining paperwork to live, travel, and leave France. Fiercely idealistic, he did what had to be done, much of which was illegal and expensive\u003B this offended the ERC, which demanded his return, and the State Department, which refused to renew his passport and denounced him to the Vichy government. Fry finally returned in the fall of 1941\u003B declared persona non grata, he received little thanks. Wittstock detours regularly for accounts of refugees. Readers may recognize names like Max Ernst, Hannah Arendt, Marc Chagall, and Heinrich Mann, but most will be as unfamiliar as they were to Fry, who rescued more than 1,000 people, a lifesaving feat because, of course, death in concentration camps awaited many who were left behind."

This gripping historical novel plunges readers into the tense, occupied streets of Marseille during the darkest days of World War II, following a young protagonist whose world is upended by the Nazi ...

MARTHA'S DAUGHTER

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This powerful coming-of-age novel explores the complex dynamics between a mother and daughter navigating the shifting landscape of their relationship during the protagonist's teenage years. The narra...

Marty Milagros DOOMS the Earth A Star League Story, Book 1

Veronica V. Jones

Marty Milagros is a klutz. A clown. A payaso, according to his Mami. And now he has an artificial intelligence living in his brain! This epic, full-color, space adventure graphic novel adventure is perfect for comic fans of Hilo and Last Kids on Earth! Twelve-year-old Marty Milagros is used to getti

MASKS

the centuries\u002Dold monster\u002Dhunting society the Knights of the Night. But a compassionate Knight helped her escape, and she was later found by Stoker, a young adult monster, who taught her how to survive in the shadows of the human world. He also shared a “silly urban legend” about a place “deep downtown, where monsters could live in peace.” Ever since Stoker’s sudden disappearance, Poe has been living with two young monsters named Rice (who has blue skin) and Shelley (who has pink skin, orange hair, and sharp fangs). When neighborhood gentrification means the empty house they’re squatting in will be destroyed, they venture out on Halloween—which provides the perfect cover for their unusual appearances—in search of the rumored haven. But their quest is far from easy, and they encounter danger along the way. Found family and good human allies (diverse in skin tone) who offer support in the face of the actions of corrupt, greedy people lie at the core of the story, offering parallels to the experiences of marginalized groups who must fly under the radar to live safely. The illustrations, which are full of emotion, feature muted colors and loose linework."

This visually striking exploration of facial coverings takes readers on a global journey through the art, history, and cultural significance of masks across civilizations. From ancient ceremonial fac...

MASTERY

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This guide to achieving expertise in any field offers a comprehensive roadmap for young adults seeking to develop true mastery in their chosen pursuits. The book systematically breaks down the princi...

MATCHING MINDS WITH SONDHEIM

many of his friends. His Murder Game inspired the song “Finishing the Hat.” In the 1960s he’d occasionally appear on TV game shows like The Match Game and Password, always anxious to win. He was also New York magazine’s puzzle editor. Joseph goes into great detail outlining the musician’s treasure hunts. “Tackling one of Sondheim’s puzzles can feel like being lost in the face of an unknown language,” the author writes, but the 2013 City Center Treasure Hunt offers insights, as it was “thoroughly documented” by Maria Seremetis, whom Sondheim hired as an assistant. Joseph even gathers together a group of friends over Zoom to reenact the hunt so that they could all experience the fun of matching minds with Sondheim. Joseph discusses the composer’s movie board game, Stardom, designed when he was in his early 20s. The Great Conductor Hunt was designed for his friend Leonard Bernstein. Sondheim was also a word puzzle designer, especially crosswords and challenging cryptics. Stephen Sondheim’s Crossword Puzzles was published in 1980. He was even passionate about elaborate jigsaw puzzles, giving them as gifts to performers in his musicals. Late in life, he got into escape rooms. Joseph estimates that nearly 2,000 of the composer’s possessions, which were auctioned off, were related to puzzles and games."

This innovative puzzle book challenges young minds with clever word games and lyrical brainteasers inspired by the intricate patterns of musical theater. Each page presents fresh linguistic challenge...

Math Riddles for Smart Kids Fun Brain Teasers and Logic Puzzles for Ages 7

Aradhay Aarav

Challenge yourself, your friends and family with The Ultimate Brain Teasers and Riddles Collection! "Brain Teasers and Riddles for Kids" are one of the best - and fun - ways of stimulating the mind so that it continues to become better and smarter. This book is a Comprehensive Collection of 200 Thou

Mattie Learns GOOD Manners!

M. A. Spector

The dinner table is often one of the first places children begin to learn good manners. In this brightly illustrated book, readers will learn about chewing with their mouth closed, sitting up straight, and asking to be excused. Relatable characters help young readers connect with the story. A Words

MAX, A LITTLE AXOLOTL #1

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This vibrant underwater adventure introduces Max, a curious axolotl who discovers his unique ability to regenerate not just limbs, but also friendships after a playful mishap. The story cleverly weav...

Maxs Revenge A wedding, a party and a plate of dog food stew

Sally Gould

"All you need to do is say yes." Revenge comes with a ring... Nothing gives Max Montigny more satisfaction than hearing heiress Margot Duvernay say "I do." Rejected by her family once before, this time Max holds all the cards-to protect their champagne business, Margot agrees to be his bride! But th

May I Go Now? by Adair Fletcher Middleton

Adair Fletcher Middleton

A little girl waits in Heaven for her turn to join the earthly family God has chosen for her. Once she sees her family, she can't wait to go! This story is about our Heavenly Father's sweet love for us and the patience we learn as we trust in His perfect timing.

Mazes For Kids Ages 4-8 Maze Activity Book For Kids More Than 101 Mazes

Samira Taj

2>Mazes: An Activity Book That Brings Joy To Children & Boosts Their Logical Skills When parents want to amuse their children, they usually put a movie on the TV or let the child play video games. But why would you increase your child's screen time when there are so many other interesting things to

MELINDA WEST AND THE GREMLIN QUEEN

going after a single “grem” that they spotted in Fallows, which ultimately leads them to crowds of the creatures. The gunslingers, armed with pistols, dynamite, and a crossbow, garner new allies, including the recently widowed and noticeably pregnant Brigitta\u003B alchemist witch Nox, and several others. The grems are able to multiply at an alarming rate, so it seems that the only way to take them down for good is to somehow ensure that they stop laying eggs. Grifant’s taut follow\u002Dup to Melinda West: Monster Gunslinger (2023) wisely devotes more time to establishing its unforgettable setting. It’s not a monster story set in the Old West, but rather a Western that happens to contain monsters, as evidenced by Melinda and Lance’s attire (each wears a wide\u002Dbrimmed hat and a duster), weapons (six\u002Dshooters with holsters), and means of transportation (ever\u002Ddependable horses Pepper and Mud). The heroes face a variety of engaging challenges, including vicious creatures that hail from the Edge (including “fire cattle” with “too\u002Dwide mouths like sharks”), a fissure between the human world and the monster world\u003B untrustworthy outlaws and refugees at an outpost\u003B and frequently rough terrain. Numerous characters receive the spotlight at various times, including those who appear in only a few chapters. Lance is little more than Melinda’s sidekick, but the duo’s mutual loyalty and respect is unmistakable and a driving narrative force."

This action-packed sequel plunges gunslingers Melinda and Lance back into the monster-infested frontier, where a simple hunt for a single "grem" spirals into a desperate battle against a multiplying ...

MERCY

his own tragedy when readers first meet him hunting fugitives. Later, he allies himself with Alevist. “So much of the history was filled with deceit and manipulation, but also sacrifice,” Erevayn realizes at one point. “So much of what he had learned, now revealed to be false.” In the book’s “About the Author” section, a mention is made that some of Dillon’s writing influences include Steven Erikson’s Malazan Book of the Fallen series and Joe Abercrombie (presumably his First Law trilogy). Readers familiar with those authors will see them all over this fast\u002Dpaced series opener. The usual trappings of epic fantasy are present—maps, glossaries, etc.—but they’re amply augmented by some of the hallmarks of grimdark fantasy, including bouts of gory violence and the liberal deployment of expletives. The characters wield magic in a world of supernatural beings, but most of them sound distinctly contemporary in language and attitude. The novel is also characterized by a great deal of the cynical nihilism that fills the books of the author’s storytelling predecessors. Dillon takes the risk of front\u002Dloading his narrative with the intricate vocabulary and proper names of his story, and despite the presence of glossaries at the front and back of the novel, this gamble doesn’t entirely pay off. Readers unfamiliar with the shotgun\u002Dstyle worldbuilding of the Dungeon Master’s Guide may find themselves swamped by the tale’s arcane terminology. But the author usually overcomes this lack of punchy exposition by keeping readers hooked the old\u002Dfashioned way, with well\u002Ddeveloped characters and smoothly realized dialogue. Alevist dominates the bulk of the story so completely that it’s fortunate he’s drawn as compellingly as he is, a deeply wounded man who’s nonetheless emotionally honest. But even the tale’s main villain, Harglon, often manages to be more than a simple, one\u002Ddimensional bad guy. In his first novel, Dillon accomplishes the crucial feat of making his readers want to move on to his next book."

This gritty fantasy debut plunges readers into a morally complex world where fugitive hunters and reluctant allies navigate landscapes of deceit and violent magic. Drawing clear inspiration from grim...

Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig

Kate DiCamillo

Can Mercy Watson outwit Animal Control? The porcine wonder’s on the lam in her latest tongue-in-snout adventure! Mercy's appetite has got her into trouble again. When Eugenia Lincoln's pansies go missing, Animal Control Officer Francine Poulet arrives on the scene. But as she soon discovers, not jus

Merlin Missions Collection Books 9-16 Dragon of the Red Dawn; Monday

Mary Pope Osborne

Jack and Annie go on a series of missions in order to help the wizard Merlin, traveling to such places as Japan, Antarctica, New Orleans, and Ireland.

Mermaid Coloring Book For Kids Ages 4-8 (US Edition) (Silly Bear Coloring Books)

Silly Bear

This children's coloring book is full of beautiful mermaids and their ocean friends. For any young mermaid fan, this book makes a great gift from ages 4 to 8 years. What you will find inside the book: - 50 unique mermaid designs. - Single sided designs, with a variety of cheerful mermaid themes and

Mermaid School by Joanne Stewart Wetzel

Joanne Stewart Wetzel

Starting school is always exciting... especially when you're a mermaid! From schools of fish to the A B Seas, this whimsical underwater tale puts a fun twist on what to expect on the first day of school. It's Molly's first day at mermaid school, and there's so much to learn! Follow the mermaids as t

Mermaid Tales Sea-tacular Collection Books 1-10

Debbie Dadey

Join Shelly Siren and her friends Echo, Kiki, and Pearl on ten sparkling adventures under the sea with this sparkling Mermaid Tales boxed set! Have a splashing good time and undersea fun! Shelly, Echo, Kiki, and Pearl are mer-friends who live in Trident City and go to Trident Academy. Every day ther

Middle School Get Me out of Here! (Middle School, 2)

James Patterson

James Patterson's winning follow-up to the #1 New York Times bestseller Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life is another riotous and heartwarming story about living large. After sixth grade, the very worst year of his life, Rafe Khatchadorian thinks he has it made in seventh grade. Wrong! His ne

Middle School Super Spy 6 Daylight Robbery!

Peter Patrick

My name is Charlie Chucky and I am the son of an international super spy. Monday started out like any other day - until all the banks in town were robbed! I tried to talk with my super spy Dad, but he wouldn't listen. So my town is about to be taken over by crazy thieves - but not if I can help it!

Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life (Middle School, 1)

James Patterson

When Rafe Khatchadorian enters middle school, he teams up with his best friend "Leo the Silent" to create a game to make school more fun by trying to break every rule in the school's code of conduct.

MIDNIGHT ON THE POTOMAC

superior resources and persistence, not battlefield victories, so he was not discouraged after a year of bloody stalemate, although Union morale plummeted. Departing from tradition, Ellsworth gives John Wilkes Booth more attention than Abraham Lincoln and Grant. America’s most admired matinee idol, Booth hated Black people and fervently supported the Confederacy. Ellsworth turns up evidence that he secretly met with Confederate agents. No one knows what they discussed, but the idea that Wilkes was carrying out a devilish Confederate plot has never lacked supporters. Despite remaining skeptical, Ellsworth devotes much of his book to the South’s energetic secret service, whose members engaged in espionage, propaganda, and terrorism throughout the Union and Canada. His breathless account takes the service more seriously than most scholars but can’t conceal its mostly ineffectual schemes, among which were plans to kidnap the president. Booth approved and volunteered his services, but by 1865 efforts had fizzled\u003B the Confederacy was on its last legs, but the plot to kill Lincoln, the vice president, and the secretary of state proceeded under Booth’s leadership. Ellsworth tells the familiar story, followed by the victory that the Union greeted ecstatically despite the shadow cast by Lincoln’s assassination. He extols Black freedom yet admits that persistent racism left a shameful pall over American exceptionalism, which lifted somewhat over the following century but is, of course, still with us."

This gripping political thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of Washington D.C. intrigue, where a young intern stumbles upon a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government....

MILLIE OF THE MANOR

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This charming middle-grade novel introduces readers to Millie, a clever and resourceful twelve-year-old who takes on the responsibility of managing her family's sprawling, slightly dilapidated manor ...

Mimi and the Smallest Kindness in the World A Kindness-Themed

Daniel Hayes

Follow Cami and Wyatt Kangaroo in this powerful children's book that focuses on the most important thing we can teach our children: how to be kind and compassionate to others. From baking cookies for the neighbors to saying hi to the bus driver, this book shows that no act of kindness, no matter how

MINDS IN TRANSIT

the poor and desperate. The nobles of Valedon would simply prefer to bury the Underworld and relocate its inhabitants, as so\u002Dcalled “cancerplasts” are rooting there, causing earthquakes that shake the city and threaten to undermine it permanently. Meanwhile, the masters—micros that seek to take over their host, not work with it—have mutated into Traders, capitalists that use financial incentives to encourage their hosts to succumb to their control and who are no longer as easy to detect. In order to flush them out, Chrys has incorporated microscopic quantum computing units within herself, which collectively threaten to achieve sentience in their own right, which many see as a threat. And this barely scratches the surface of all the intrigue connected to the continuing fight for nonhuman sentient rights and political shakeups on both Valedon and Shora. Slonczewski is fond of overloading her characters with difficulties, but this story seems to take that tendency to an extreme. There is almost no letup to the implausible amount of burdens and responsibilities that others pile upon Chrys\u003B she is allowed very little time to enjoy her unique position as a successful artist and a wealthy woman with a fascinating creative collective in her brain. Perhaps it’s her micros that prevent Chrys from having a nervous breakdown, even as they add to her stress. Ultimately, these tensions build to a crisis point, but the resolution afterward is rife with dangling and even expanding plot threads, suggesting that the author has merely chosen a place to rest, not to conclude. Presumably we won’t have to wait another 25 years to find out?"

This collection of literary criticism offers insightful analysis of contemporary fiction, examining how modern authors explore themes of identity, displacement, and cultural transformation. The essay...

Minecraft The Official Joke Book (Minecraft)

Dan Morgan

The official Minecraft Joke Book is packed with over 200 jokes inspired by the best-selling video game in the world! BONUS: Includes full-color poster! Q: What's a Minecraft zombie's favorite vegetable? A: A human bean! Q: Why aren't zombies funny? A: Because their jokes are rotten! The official Min

Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles The Complete Series Books 1-6

Nick Eliopulos

All six books in the only official MINECRAFT chapter book series in one awesome boxed set! Five young Minecraft players in the real world find themselves transported inside the game they love. But now it's not a game--and they will have to use everything they know to explore, build, and survive! Thi

MISS CAMPER

Genre

This middle-grade novel offers a fresh take on summer camp adventures, following a determined protagonist navigating friendship challenges and outdoor escapades. The story captures the authentic expe...

Miss Tammys Manners

Miss Tammy

This engaging guide to etiquette offers young readers a comprehensive toolkit for navigating social situations with confidence and grace, covering everything from table manners and introductions to d...

Mommy Snuggles

Anne Gutman

How does a mother show her love? By bringing her baby everywhere! In this touching tribute to a mother's love, tigers, kangaroos, otters, penguins, and more keep their young close no matter where they go.

MONKEY KING AND THE WORLD OF MYTHS

negativity or “wicked thoughts,” eventually turning them into monsters. Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, encounters the equally famous Momotaro, or Peach Boy, from Japanese folklore, forming an empathic bond even as they venture to Demon Island. They meet fox spirit Kit, along with other beasts and yokai (spirits), and together recover magical treasures while unraveling mysteries and narrowly averting war between beasts and humans. Lam again weaves a colorful and exhilarating pictorial narrative that will delight readers, inhabited by appealing characters such as Tofu\u002DBoy. Although the iconic Monkey King is eternally childlike, in the portrayal of Wukong’s hero’s journey in his human form, he appears as a young adult, perhaps signaling his interior world. Lam’s charmingly expressive and endearing illustrations add humor to this rollicking adventure\u003B Cerberus, Wukong’s constant companion and a carry\u002Dover from the first book, is adorably fluffy and rotund. "

This action-packed graphic novel adaptation brings the legendary Chinese folk hero Sun Wukor to life, plunging readers into a vibrant world of ancient gods, demons, and mythical quests. The narrative...

MONSTER BLOOD

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This chilling addition to the popular series delivers another dose of supernatural suspense, plunging readers into a world where a mysterious green goo has terrifying, transformative powers. The plot...

Monster Truck Coloring Book for Kids A Coloring Book

Happy Harper

A Great Christmas Gift or Stocking Stuffer Idea For Kids This Holiday Season! Get ready to color some BIG MONSTER TRUCKS in this fun coloring book by Happy Harper! In this book you will find: 2 sets of 20 fun designs for 40 total coloring pages. Perfect for sharing between kids or trying new colors

Monsters In My Math Book

Russ Brown

Monsters in my math book tells of the daily struggles all children sometimes feel. Told in rhyme, this wonderfully illustrated book tells us that sometimes all we need is a like-minded friend.

MOON SONGS

quotes from Emshwiller. One proclaims her love for unreliable narrators\u003B another disclaims any intention to provide “meaning,” asserting, “I just try to write a good, well\u002Dformed story.” And she does just that, establishing eerie atmospheres in mere handfuls of words, often and most effectively through a set of characters encountering something out of their norm—alien, or wrong, or just different—which in turn draws the inhuman out of them. Her final published story, the post\u002Dapocalyptic “All I Know of Freedom,” closes the collection with grim hope that resonates long after its 2012 publication. This compellingly assembled retrospective gives longtime Emshwiller fans a chance to savor her unique sensibility again, while lucky newcomers enjoy the thrill of discovery."

This lyrical collection of nighttime poetry captures the magic and mystery of the moon through verses that explore lunar phases, celestial wonders, and the quiet beauty of the evening sky. The poems ...

MORE AND MORE AND MORE

a new one. In this model, wood gives way to coal, which gives way to oil, then electricity, nuclear, and eventually renewable energy become the dominant forms. The book argues that the transition model was originally created by industrialists touting their products as the wave of the future. The idea especially took off after World War II, with the “atomic age” promoted as a new era of clean, cheap energy. Historians as well as the popular press adopted the idea without looking closely at all the ways it simplified what was really happening. Fressoz, a French historian of science and technology, rejects this model, supplying abundant evidence that instead of earlier forms being replaced as newer ones came online, they remained in use, often supplementing the new forms. For example, the rise of coal was accompanied by an increase in the use of wood, for braces in the coal mines, railroad ties, and construction of railroad cars. A similar dynamic followed each of the later “energy transitions,” with coal usage increasing as oil became the dominant energy source\u003B more coal is being used today than ever before, notably to generate electricity in Asian countries but also to make steel and other metals. Most recently, “transition” has become a mantra for those responding to the climate crisis—all the bad, polluting energy sources will be replaced eventually by something greener. Fressoz does not dispute the severity of the climate crisis. Instead, he points to “the need…for a new understanding of energy and material dynamics” instead of reliance on “bad history.”"

This vibrant counting book transforms early math concepts into an engaging visual adventure, using bold illustrations and clever repetition to build number recognition skills. Each page introduces ne...

Mount Olympus Mysteries Athena and the Stolen Threads by Phonic Books

Phonic Books

Mount Olympus Mysteries is a new series of four Hi-Lo chapter books tailored for readers aged 10-14 who need support. With line art illustrations in every chapter, this action-packed tale is sure to engage from beginning to end. Each instalment in this series follows a group of teenage 'demi-Gods' t

Mr. Kents Wall of Wonders

Deanna Roy

This magical short story introduces readers to an eccentric art teacher whose classroom wall transforms everyday objects into portals of enchantment, blending fantasy elements with creative discovery...

Mrs Claus and the Pirate Captain A Children’s Christmas Adventure

Carol Anne Carter

A collection of three humorous Christmas stories about Mrs Claus! If your child loves fun adventure stories, they'll love these festive read aloud Christmas tales about Mrs Claus ... Mrs Claus and the Christmas Adventure: A fun Christmas adventure for Santa Claus' wife, Mrs. Claus. As Santa Claus he

MURDER IN MINIATURE

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This clever mystery novel offers young readers an immersive whodunit set against the backdrop of a competitive model-building convention, where a prized miniature village becomes the scene of an actu...

MURDERLAND

the Guggenheim family), tragic incidents on a precarious floating bridge connecting Seattle and Mercer Island, and Fraser’s own recollections of growing up in a time and place when young women were inordinately targeted and killed. She depicts a lot of death\u003B Fraser is determined to make the reader see the worst of the killers’ actions, in vivid but unsensationalistic detail, to underscore the ever\u002Descalating crises that mining and smelting businesses tried to underplay, pay off, or ignore. By the ’90s, as bans on leaded gasoline took effect, smelters closed, and the EPA set stricter pollution standards, the number of serial killers dissipated. Fraser’s book is an engrossing and disturbing portrait of decades of carnage that required decades to confront."

A chilling and atmospheric thriller that plunges readers into a small town where a series of gruesome murders exposes the dark secrets festering beneath a seemingly placid surface. The narrative mast...

Murdle Jr. Curious Crimes for Curious Minds Solve Your Way Through 40

G. T. Karber

"Based on the internationally bestselling Murdle puzzle books, Murdle Jr. is an introduction to puzzle-solving for kids, with over thirty mysteries featuring clues, maps, mazes, and more" --

MUSCLE MAN

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This middle-grade novel delivers a powerful exploration of friendship, bullying, and the complex social dynamics of adolescence through the lens of a young boy's obsession with bodybuilding. The stor...

MY DEAR ILLUSION

the mist rising off the black water and the droplets falling in a raindrop symphony over the moonlit night that it almost missed the trickster slipping through the front door of the Night Den.”) The story, despite its bulk, maintains tension. The frenetic, unpredictable final act makes checking out the forthcoming sequel a virtual necessity."

This collection of literary criticism and essays offers a sophisticated exploration of literary theory and textual analysis that will challenge advanced high school readers and college-bound students...

My First Christmas Piano Music Easy-to-Play Holiday Songs for Kids

Emily Norris

Make Christmas extra special—and nurture your child’s piano skills—with this book of beginner-friendly holiday songs! Get into the holiday spirit with My First Christmas Piano Music, a book of popular Christmas songs from the bestselling author of the My First Piano Book series. With beginner-friend

My First Joke Book for Kids Ages 4-9 The Funniest and Best Jokes

Scripto Love Press

Laugh & Learn! Jam-packed with colorful illustrations and hilarious jokes, My First Joke Book for Kids is a fantastic way for young readers to have fun as they share laughs with friends and family. Colorful Illustrated Pages Filled with Jokes and Riddles! Q: Which dinosaur makes the coolest music? A

My lunch (Bilingual childrens tale Spanish-English illustrated +

Fernando Ruiz Rico

Welcome to the enchanting world of The Flying Cat and Other Stories: Bilingual Spanish-English Stories for Kids! This delightful collection of stories is perfect for kids who are eager to learn Spanish while being entertained by whimsical tales filled with excitement, friendship, and magical discove

My Mighty Marvel First Book Collection 6 Board Books Captain America

Marvel Marvel Entertainment

This vibrant board book collection offers young children their first exciting introduction to Marvel superheroes through simple concepts, bold illustrations, and sturdy pages perfect for little hands...

My Mom the Pirate (Pathway Books) by Jackie French

Jackie French

Cecil's mom wears high black boots and makes her enemies walk the plank. Is she really a pirate?

MY NAME IS BENNY

best friend Timothy, her neighbor Isaac, and her classmate Fae. The individual entries, which range from one to three pages, throw readers into Benny’s world with little introduction and feature short, often comedic moments from her interactions with peers. The humorous scenarios vary but primarily focus on a combination of Benny’s immaturity, laziness, and imaginative flights of fancy, which are often juxtaposed against the actions and responses of her friends. There’s not enough material in the fast\u002Dpaced stories to enthrall readers looking for belly laughs and deep witticisms, but those amused by slice\u002Dof\u002Dlife moments might enjoy meeting Benny and seeing her offbeat interactions. The artwork makes use of watercolorlike textures and tones and minimalist backgrounds. Some of the jokes seem to be aimed at older readers, such as references to infomercial pitchman Billy Mays and the marshmallow test and an incident involving a massage chair. Diehard fans of the web series may appreciate owning a book that collects many of Benny’s adventures. Characters are light\u002Dskinned and largely present white. "

This vibrant picture book introduces young readers to Benny, a curious child who embarks on a journey of self-discovery through the simple, powerful act of introducing himself. The narrative cleverly...

My Sibling, My Treasure by Laia Guerrero

Laia Guerrero

My Sibling, My Treasure is a picture book recommended for children aged 2 to 6 to help them manage the arrival of a new sibling. It's a simple tale that's perfect for early readers, encouraging reading with its incredibly tender story. Told through sweet and colorful illustrations, it's the ideal gi

My Weird School Daze 12-Book Box Set Books 1-12 by Dan Gutman

Dan Gutman

Twelve chapter books in one great box! With more than 12 million books sold, bestselling author Dan Gutman's My Weird School series really gets kids reading. Things have gotten weirder! From a zany graduation ceremony to the off-the-wall antics of their new third-grade teacher, A.J. and the gang fro

Mystery In Rocky Mountain National Park (National Park Mystery Series)

Aaron Johnson

This first book in the National Parks Mystery Series takes young readers, ages 7 to 12, on a fast-paced adventure set in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.Before Jake's grandfather died, he was on the trail of a centuries-old mystery. And he has entrusted that mystery to Jake, leaving beh

Mystery of the Egyptian Mummy (Kid Detective Zet) by Scott Peters

Scott Peters

Looking for spooky Halloween books for kids? Four friends scramble to unmask the mummy that's haunting their ancient town of Thebes. Zany, fun, and fast-paced, it's perfect for kids age 9-12! When 12-year-old Zet comes face-to-face with a whispering mummy, Zet's eyes practically pop out of his head.

Mythical Young Nietzsche Book VI

Jason Kassel

The Illustrated Nietzsche: An Allegorical Birth of the Tragic transforms Friedrich Nietzsche's The Birth of Tragedy into a creative workbook for young thinkers, artists, and readers drawn to deep ideas and mythic imagination. Blending classical philosophy with visual storytelling, this unique title

NAGASAKI

Genre

This powerful historical account transports readers to the final days of World War II through the eyes of Japanese civilians, offering a deeply personal perspective on the atomic bombing and its deva...