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National Geographic Kids My First Atlas of the World A Childs First

National Geographic Kids

Presents an overview of the countries of the world, explaining how to look at a map, where people live n the Earth, and major countries and regions.

National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean

Catherine D. Hughes

National Geographic Kids First Big Book of the Ocean is an adorable animal reference that includes the sea's high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures. More than 100 charming animal photos illustrate the profi

National Park Mystery Series - Books 1-3 3 Book Collection

Aaron Johnson

Explore the Rocky Mountains - Experience the Great Sand Dunes - Hike the Grand Canyon **This single-volume collects books 1-3** The National Park Mystery Series Before Jake's grandfather died, he was on the trail of a centuries-old mystery. And he has entrusted that mystery to Jake, leaving behind a

Navi and the Imaginary Friend Fiasco Book 4 of The Magical Adventures

Sar Ansh

A kindergartner describes Figler, a very real imaginary friend.

Never Let a Unicorn Wear a Tutu!

Diane Alber

This charming picture book playfully explores the delightful chaos that ensues when a determined child attempts to dress their magical companion in ballet attire. Young readers will giggle at the esc...

NEW KID

Jerry Craft

Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Gene Luen Yang, New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real, from award-winning author-illustrator Jerry Craft. Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than dra

NIGHT PEOPLE

a musician with a home studio. But this was an absurdly lucky break, even for me.” Ronson writes beautifully about the allure of the nightclub: “For someone who grew up amid chaos and uncertainty, the DJ booth was the perfect refuge—a one‐man command center, where every fader and dial bent the world to my will.” His chronicle of his rise to success is entertaining, funny, and humble\u003B while he allows that he’s good at his job, he remains well aware of the role that chance played in his career. You don’t have to love dance music to enjoy this thoroughly charming memoir."

This compelling exploration of nocturnal life reveals the hidden world of creatures and humans who thrive after dark, offering young readers a fascinating glimpse into nighttime ecosystems and activi...

Niko & Arkies Space Adventure by Lorraine Sharon Roth

Lorraine Sharon Roth

Niko and Arkie are two brothers, 5- and 3-years old. Their parents took them to the Mauna Kea observatory to see the stars and planets. When their parents left the car to see what was causing a rumbling, a strange-looking alien came to the car. He asked Niko and Arkie to come with him to his planet

NINETTE'S WAR

Basque smugglers. Ninette sat out the rest of the war in Madrid, only returning to France after the Allied victory. Her life is told by a master storyteller, himself a child of Jewish survivors, based on her diaries and the conversations that the elderly Ninette had with her biographer. Jay’s book focuses on a young woman’s coming of age in a time of trauma. It writes an inner, psychological narrative of getting by, getting along, and not getting caught. It illustrates how even the most privileged of people could be ensnared in prejudice and persecution. Ninette’s life does not have the tragic poignancy of Anne Frank’s, and her diary and reminiscences carry little of the existential weight of Frank’s famous journal. Ninette ages into what her biographer calls “une grande dame from central casting.” What we learn from her story, though, is how family gets you through the worst of times—how parents and children bond and bear the terror of a knock on the door, a casual encounter with a man in uniform, and the foreboding sense that, irrespective of your importance, they may come for you too."

This powerful historical novel follows a young Jewish girl's harrowing journey through Nazi-occupied France, blending coming-of-age themes with the stark realities of survival during World War II. Th...

NIrV, Adventure Bible for Early Readers, Hardcover, Full Color by Zondervan

Zondervan

Ready for Adventure? The Adventure Bible for Early Readers takes you on a fun, exciting journey through God's Word. Along the way you'll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly, you'll grow closer in your relationship with Go

Nitro Learns to Fetch Chapter Books for Young Readers

Anne Fromknecht

Ready for a book your beginner reader WANTS to read? Stop the struggle and enjoy your child reading and laughing with Nitro on this silly adventure! Nitro has everything you could ever want in a dog, from the sweet puppy dog eyes to the wet nose. He is missing just one thing - a tail! Join Nitro as

NIV, Adventure Bible, Hardcover, Full Color

Zondervan

Take your kids on an adventure through God's Word with the #1 Bible for kids The bestselling NIV Adventure Bible will get kids excited about reading the Scriptures Kids will be captivated with the full-color features that make reading the Bible and memorizing their favorite verses engaging and fun.

No llores, bebé / Dont Cry, Baby (English and Spanish Edition) by Kelly Crull

Kelly Crull

Teo's baby brother won't stop crying, and his mom is taking a much-needed nap. What will Teo do to help his brother? He tries everything he can think of, but not until he starts to cry himself does he discover the secret to his brother's tears. This book identifies with the older sibling, and what h

NOBODY CAN GIVE YOU FREEDOM

virtue of, among other things, his rejection of some of the Nation of Islam’s more extreme tenets, including its unbending view that white people were incapable of redemption, while he “did leave open the possibility of White people being involved in the struggle.” Andrews paints with a broad brush in condemning the authors of the myths surrounding Malcolm, among whom he names Black intellectuals and writers, including Spike Lee, Manning Marable, Cornel West, and Alex Haley. Similarly, he scorns the Civil Rights Movement as led by Martin Luther King Jr. and Bayard Rustin, holding that revolutionary struggle for liberation alone could achieve equality: “Malcolm didn’t believe we should rely on White people (e.g., affirmative action) because the Western system was incapable of providing justice for Black people.” Andrews’ disdain for the civil rights approach extends to such efforts as the New York Times’ 1619 Project, calling lead editor Nikole Hannah\u002DJones “a witness, and so we should not embrace the solutions she has offered, especially when they involve draping yourself in the American flag—as though this could ever offer some kind of protection.” Andrews’ ad hominem observations make this a slog. He can also be repetitious, hitting several times, for instance, on Malcolm’s views of race less as biological fact than as a political construct. (As Malcolm said, “White is an attitude….”) This diminishes the author’s project of identifying the enduring lessons of Malcolm X’s legacy and how to put them into action."

This powerful manifesto delivers an urgent call to action for young activists, exploring the complex realities of social justice and personal liberation in a world that often promises easy solutions....

NOBODY KNOWS YOU'RE HERE

one of the callous “goons” who occasionally drop off kidnap victims or, scarier still, take them away (“Maybe They would kill us all”). Beatrice, with no access to a cellphone or the internet, is ostensibly in the middle of nowhere. That, however, doesn’t stop her from contemplating escape, or attempting it when she has the chance. Greenwood’s novel is steeped in mysteries beyond Beatrice not knowing where she is\u003B for example, she can’t be sure her indifferent father, or anyone else, is even looking for her. Aiden and Isabel are likewise unpredictable—they also seem to be victims of whatever organization is behind the kidnappings, but how much of what they tell Beatrice is the truth? Beatrice, who narrates, makes for a laudable hero\u003B she’s bright, empathetic, patient when it counts the most, and a mental powerhouse. Some of what she endures is vicious, though the author implies much of the violence and consistently lets suspense drive the narrative. All of this begets a sublime final act that focuses on the enigmatic characters and their complicated relationships. "

This gripping thriller plunges readers into the dark underbelly of a city where a determined photographer and a reluctant detective hunt a serial killer targeting young women. The narrative masterful...

NORTH FOR THE WINTER

Podesta"

This middle-grade survival adventure follows a determined young protagonist's perilous journey through the harsh northern wilderness after becoming separated from their family. The narrative masterfu...

Nostalgia

his stage name, Nostalgia) was once a revolutionary musician, but after not making any new music for years, he’s become completely detached from both his creative life and his former insurrectionist ties: “I can’t get arrested these days,” he says to someone currently fighting against the system. “And I’m not looking to.” When Nathan appears, claiming to be his son, Craig is skeptical but open to forming a bond with the younger man. The story flashes back to Craig’s earlier life—his parents, his rise to fame, and subsequent withdrawal from the world—while, in the present, Nathan’s involvement with a shadowy rebel organization is revealed. Unlike a lot of other dystopian fiction, this story’s setting and its technology is fleshed out just enough to be intriguing without feeling excessive\u003B the futuristic way that music is created is especially engrossing. There’s a twist just before the end that some readers may see coming, but Hoffman (perhaps better known by his stage name, Babydaddy, of the glam\u002Drock band Scissor Sisters) still manages to make it compelling. Žeželj’s art style is more abstract than one typically encounters in comics—reminiscent of flyers from punk shows, but more richly colored. It’s an appealingly bold stylistic choice, but it causes a few problems at times, as characters’ faces are sometimes too abstract to recognize. The story itself is moody and introspective, ruminating on such ideas as what it means to be famous, how to use that fame, and what a celebrity owes to the world\u003B however, it avoids feeling self\u002Dabsorbed. Truly, the biggest downside is that the story ends just as it seems to be getting started."

This poignant coming-of-age novel explores the bittersweet landscape of adolescence, where first loves and formative friendships are tinged with the ache of impending goodbyes. The narrative masterfu...

Ocean Life Coloring Book for Kids Ages 8

Sophie Robinett

If you're looking for a wonderful underwater, sea life and animals, coloring book then grab this Sea Life Coloring Book for kids ages 4-8 and for adults today! Have your child color in these 20 Amazing Ocean Animals along with their amazing coral reefs and sea life environments. After that they can

Ocean Pollution Solutions An Inspiring Environmental Adventure

Leslee Flanagan

This engaging environmental story tackles ocean pollution through the eyes of young characters who discover plastic waste harming marine life and decide to take action. The narrative presents real-wo...

ODDITY WOODS

town of Perdita, where he worked with the police. But the town’s police are dismissive, saying they’re too busy to follow up on a “silly ghost story.” To keep children out, people say that “deep in the woods, a ghost train appears, which steals your soul if you ride it.” Trusting her instincts, Marietta runs directly into those storied woods. Upon crossing a mystical threshold that disappears behind her, she finds herself in an otherworldly realm. A boy named Wyatt with a mysterious past appears to be the only living human in a landscape otherwise populated with monsters and ghosts. After escaping a terrifying encounter with the conductor of the ghost train, the two team up, working together to find Marietta’s father and get Wyatt home. Originally released as a webcomic, this series opener features luminescent and evocative artwork reminiscent of chibi\u002Dstyle manga. The illustrations effectively convey threats, movement, and emotions. Though the latter half of the book gets a bit complicated by added characters and side quests, the magical gadgets, compelling characters, and exciting twists give the story strong appeal for young fantasy fans. Most human characters are white presenting."

This gripping supernatural thriller plunges readers into a mysterious forest community where strange occurrences are the norm and a young protagonist must uncover the town's dark secrets. The atmosph...

OF SAINTS AND RIVERS

Genre

This powerful novel follows a young protagonist's journey through the treacherous landscape of a war-torn region, where survival depends on navigating both physical dangers and complex moral choices....

OF WIND AND WOLVES

her father in marriage to the elderly Ariapaithi, King of the Skythians. Trained by her mother’s people to be independent, Anaiti has no interest in being a wife and mother. She has agreed to the arrangement to ensure peace between the Bastarnai kingdom and the Skythians. She is what the Greeks call an hamazon, or amazon, a member of the feared Rokhalani tribe of tall, fierce women. Although the Bastarnai are a farming tribe who have settled on the border of the Steppe, the Rokhalani are nomadic, and Anaiti has a passion for the open wildness of the steppe. She is mentally and physically devoted to the hamazon ethic, a commitment that was sealed many years ago when her right breast was ceremonially cauterized to improve her archery skills. But there’s a problem: Although Anaiti is a skillful rider and is highly adept in archery, she’s never killed an enemy. Among both tribes, no warrior is to be married before first accomplishing this feat. Ariapaithi proposes a compromise: “She’ll ride with our men as they patrol the marches and return when she has a scalp. When she makes her kill, I’ll make her my wife.” Anaiti willingly accepts this challenge\u003B it’s a way to postpone marriage. Ariapaithi assigns protection of her life and virtue while living among the male warriors of the steppe to his youngest son, Aric, “Warden of the East March and Kara\u002DDaranaka of the kingdom’s most sacred warband.” And so begins a yearlong saga of a relationship between Anaiti and Aric that grows in intensity, loyalty, and dangerous intimacy. The Skythians are portrayed in history as a fearsome, bloodthirsty band of savages with exceptional archery skills while astride a horse. Elliott’s mission, however, is to limn the humanity of the tribe. The pages abound with gruesome battles, but there’s also loyalty and friendship, a devotion to the land and their gods, and poignancy. Elliott is herself a horse trainer, and many of her most tender passages concern Anaiti’s love and unique understanding of horses. There’s also humor tucked into deft prose, amusingly peppered with standard modern four\u002Dletter curse words. Plus, there are dozens of philosophical debates between Anaiti and the Skythians about the nature and rules of the universe. Still, make no mistake, this is not an adventure for the squeamish. The land, climate, and culture leave no room for the weak. Violence and death hide behind every turn in the road and sometimes within the tribe itself (“Grabbing a fistful of his hair, he pulled back the man’s head and sliced open his throat, spraying me with a shower of hot blood”). The final pages of this first volume of a projected trilogy intentionally leave readers guessing what will come next."

This gripping fantasy adventure plunges readers into a world where ancient magic stirs and a young protagonist discovers a dangerous connection to the legendary wolves of the northern wilds. The narr...

Oliver Oddsocks The Adventures Begin!

Dallen Fox

Every night Mr Fox would raid the mouth-watering stores of Farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean. One day they decide to put an end to his raids by destroying his home, but Mr Fox remains one step ahead and comes up with a wonderful plan. This audio cassette contains the complete and unabridged story.

OLIVER'S GREAT BIG UNIVERSE

Dr. Bertha, he does—from (primordial) soup to incidents that are pure nuts. Once again, the humor (including groan\u002Dworthy puns, farting, and mentions of poop) is matched to a middle schooler’s DNA, and the droll black\u002Dand\u002Dwhite line drawings reduplicate the fun (and convey information). The language is largely accessible: Words like paleontologist, domesticated, and fossils are defined in the text. A pronunciation cue is integrated for fungi (Dr. Bertha: “It’s pronounced ‘fun\u002Dguy.’” Oliver: “Yes, I am!”) but not for harder vocabulary (e.g., eukaryotes, haikouichthys, and Chicxulub). Cham explains scientists’ various theories for potential sources of life (such as lightning hitting the primordial soup or asteroids bringing “the right ingredients”). He also describes natural selection and mass extinctions. The book gets down to the microbe level, but there’s no mention of genes (even in the explanation of mutations), and evolution comes across as largely occurring in the past\u003B nevertheless, this is an entertaining overview of the basics. "

This middle-grade science adventure follows an inquisitive 11-year-old named Oliver as he navigates the vast and often confusing cosmos of middle school, using his passion for astrophysics as both a ...

ON ANTISEMITISM

the middle third of the 20th century, “the Jewish question,” in the words of the Nazi Reich press office, became “the key to world history.” Antisemitism and the rise of the emancipation of Jews went together. Mazower writes, “As a movement against Jewish emancipation, antisemitism fundamentally involved a critique of the idea that the law should treat all alike.” The impact of antisemitism, then, went beyond laws discriminating against Jews. It created a world in which law and national identity became inextricably linked. In a postwar world, could Jews be “true patriots?” Mazower, professor of history at Columbia University and author of Hitler’s Empire, also argues that the emergence of the state of Israel as a world power reshaped both the social and the legal positions of Jewish communities throughout Europe and America. “With the secularization of American Jewry and its embrace of ethnic politics, antisemitism was gradually becoming more and more linked to the question of Israel.” While Mazower declines to equate anti\u002DZionism with antisemitism, he recognizes that, increasingly, some do. Mazower concludes his book with a reflection on student protests in the wake of Hamas’ attack on October 7, 2023, and the war in Gaza. The word “antisemitism” has become ammunition that fits many different guns. “To clarify terms like it,” he writes, is to make us aware of the “hidden depths” behind its modern history and, in the end, “make ourselves participants in the process of change in the world.”"

This essential collection of essays and analyses tackles the complex history and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism with unflinching clarity. The book provides a vital educational resource f...

ON DRUGS

Genre

This candid exploration of substance use and addiction provides young readers with crucial information about drugs and their effects, presented in a straightforward, age-appropriate manner. The book ...

One Crazy Summer A Newbery Honor Winner―A Moving Novel About Family

Rita Williams-Garcia

After travelling from Brooklyn to Oakland, California, to spend a month with the mother they barely know, Delphine and her two sisters discover that their mother, a dedicated poet, wants them to attend a nearby Black Panther summer camp.

ONE OF US

Genre

This powerful novel explores the complex dynamics of high school cliques and the pressure to conform, following a protagonist caught between multiple social groups. The narrative delves into identity...

Oops! The Bed’s Not a Potty! A Bedwetting and Potty Training Story

Tremayne Mitchell

Meet Stanley...an energetic three-year-old who has not quite mastered using the potty. Stanley is way too busy playing to stop having fun. He would rather hop, skip and wiggle than get the job done. Then Stanley learns a new game called You and Me Against the PEE...and Me and You Against the POOP! A

Otto Normals Monsterton The Curious Case of the Bloodless Hound

Danielle McKechnie

Otto Normal and his mom have moved to Monsterton, but there's one problem--they're not monsters. In this first book of the hauntingly beautiful and highly illustrated Monsterton series, Otto and his friends embark on a journey to find the legendary White Pine Beach. But the friends find much more th

OUR FRAGILE FREEDOMS

Genre

This timely collection examines the fundamental rights and liberties that form the bedrock of democratic society, exploring everything from freedom of speech and religion to the right to a fair trial...

OUR SHARE OF MORNING

Genre

This powerful collection of contemporary poetry offers young readers an unflinching look at modern adolescence through verse that captures the raw emotions and complex realities of growing up today. ...

Out of My Mind (The Out of My Mind Series)

Sharon M. Draper

Considered by many to be mentally retarded, a brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time.

OVER THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

disguising herself as a boy, since that way she’ll likely do hard labor instead of being forced into sex work, as many young females are. It’s not all doom and gloom: The author makes several entertaining nods to classic fairy tales, sometimes directly and other times more generally (shoes, as they do in many fairy tales, play a crucial role in this novel). Rose’s aunties provide a touch of comic relief, with their nonstop banter complicating many conversations, whether they’re arguing or in complete agreement. The action picks up in the story’s latter half, and while the final act is definitely in no rush to reach the ending, the journey to get there is well worth it."

“A first-rate historical page turner.” —New York Times Book Review The acclaimed and bestselling account of Ferdinand Magellan’s historic 60,000-mile ocean voyage. Ferdinand Magellan's daring circumnavigation of the globe in the sixteenth century was a three-year odyssey filled with sex, violence, a

Overcoming the Behavior Challenge of Emotions for Children

Dr. Abbey Holthaus

Overcoming the Behavior Challenge of Emotions for Children is a supportive, child-friendly guide designed to help young people understand and manage strong emotions like frustration, anxiety, sadness, and overwhelm. Whether emotions are triggered by school stress, social struggles, sensory overload,

PAISLEY & PECK

Genre

This vibrant counting book introduces early math concepts through the charming adventures of Paisley the possum and Peck the parrot as they explore their colorful rainforest home. Young readers will ...

Paper Crafts for Kids 25 Cut-Out Activities for Kids Ages 4-8

Stefania Luca

Get creative with cool paper crafts for kids ages 4-8! From an Origami Cat to a Whirling Windmill to Clothespin Pirate Puppets—there are tons of cool crafts that start with just scissors and a piece of paper. Bursting with a variety of colorful, ready-to-cut templates paired with easy-to-follow inst

PARALLEL LIVES

Genre

This young adult novel explores the complex dynamics of identical twins separated at birth who discover each other as teenagers, navigating identity, family secrets, and the haunting question of natu...

Partypooper (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 20) (Volume 20)

Jeff Kinney

"You're invited--RSVP for fun! Expect gobs of fun and over-the-top antics as Greg throws an epic birthday party for none other than himself. So come celebrate and laugh alongside Greg, his family, and the entire world of Wimpy Kid fans."--

Patchwork Tales Heroes of Harmony

A J Solano

"Patchwork Tales: Heroes of Harmony" is a vibrant children's storybook that takes readers on a magical journey through the enchanting world of musical instruments, personified as heroes in their own unique tales. Each story is stitched together like a colorful patchwork quilt, revealing the rich cul

Paw & Order

Genre

This clever picture book offers a fresh take on early number concepts through a charming police procedural theme that will captivate young readers. Children join a team of animal officers as they sol...

Pax

Sara Pennypacker

From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the powerful relationship between a boy and his fox. Pax is destined to become a classic, beloved for generations to come. Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescu

Pearl Harbor The Day the Sky Exploded A Thrilling and Educational

Leo Storm

Frank thought that he'd found a new friend--but he never expected a war to come between them. It's 1941 , and Frank is miserable. If only his family had never moved to Hawaii. Everyone and everything on the island looks and sounds strange to him. Then Frank meets Kenji, a Japanese-American boy who j

Pelican Interactive Big Book CD-ROM Year 5 Volume B v. B (PELICAN BIG BOOKS)

Carol Matchett

This interactive CD-ROM resource offers a comprehensive literacy and language arts curriculum for children around ages 9-10, blending traditional reading comprehension with digital engagement through...

Pendragon Books 6-10 The Rivers of Zadaa; The Quillan Games

D.J. MacHale

The final five books in the epic, #1 New York Times bestselling Pendragon series are available in an eBook collection. Join Bobby Pendragon in his battle to protect all of time and space in this eBook boxed set. The Pendragon books have more than three million copies in print, and this eBook collect

Percy Jackson and the Olympians 5 Book Paperback Boxed Set (w/poster)

Rick Riordan

When the goddess Artemis goes missing, she is believed to have been kidnapped.And now it's up to Percy and his friends to find out what happened. Who is powerful enough to kidnap a goddess? They must find Artemis before the winter solstice, when her influence on the Olympian Council could swing an i

Percy Jackson and the Olympians books 1-5 CD Collection by Rick Riordan

Rick Riordan

Enjoy the complete Percy Jackson and the Olympians series performed by Jessie Bronstein. The collection includes: The Lightning Thief The Sea of Monsters The Titan's Curse The Battle of the Labyrinth The Last Olympian

Perfectly Poppy The Story of Poppy, the Cross Beak Chicken by Tricia

Tricia Stone-Shumaker

Perfectly Poppy is a heartwarming tale of Poppy the chicken, who has a crooked beak and feels sad because he gets teased. A friendly neighborhood duck, Remi, knows that being a little different is what makes each of us unique. The unlikely duo meets a range of new friends who all have something that

PERPETUA

Rome in a public spectacle for their refusal to recant their faith. Their story is recounted by Perpetua herself, in a short document that was soon after augmented by an editor/redactor. Ruden approaches the story of Perpetua with reverence, but primarily with the eye of a scholar. Her treatment is far from a hagiography or even a work of Christian history but instead serves as a close literary examination of this ancient text. Perpetua is seen as a truncated, overlooked, and even exploited female author, her own account, riveting and meaningful on its own, touched up, added to, and misused by others over time. “In forty years of studying ancient literature,” Ruden notes, “I have never seen an author so openly shoved to the side, shushed, and interrupted.” Ruden’s efforts seem aimed to clarify Perpetua’s role in the eyes of fellow academics. She exposes those forces in the church and in culture who have misrepresented and misused Perpetua (Augustine of Hippo is an example), while also diving headlong into a level of literary analysis that the lay reader may find unhelpful. A page and a half devoted to Perpetua’s use of the word ego (“I”), in reference to herself, is an example. Ruden notes in conclusion that “it is high time to move [Perpetua’s] story into the brighter light she powerfully deserves.” Ruden’s treatment does not, unfortunately, move Perpetua into that brighter light for the average reader."

This gripping dystopian novel plunges readers into a meticulously crafted world where a rigid caste system and perpetual surveillance dictate every aspect of life, following a protagonist who dares t...

Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes

James Dean

Pete makes the best cupcakes! Join Pete the Cat in a brand-new story and help him and his friends find the missing cupcakes! Pete the Cat and his friends are busy as can be baking cupcakes for a cupcake party, and Pete can’t wait to perform with his groovy band. But some of the cupcakes have gone mi

Phineas Fitch And The Curious Chest (The Phineasverse™ Book 1) by Ryan L. Smith

Ryan L. Smith

Phineas Fitch and the Curious Chest by Ryan L. Smith Middle Grade Fiction | Fantasy | Magical Realism | Family Adventure When Ten-year-old Phineas Fitch discovers an ancient chest in his uncle's estate, he unlocks a world of quiet magic and long-buried secrets. Guided by cryptic notes and enchanted

PICKLE ON WHEELS

the end of the story, Pickle, Coco, and Felix are all skating together, three links in a chain of friendship. The repeated emphasis on process over results conveys a lovely lesson that never becomes preachy. Kantorovitz’s spare, muted artwork is enchanting in its simplicity, depicting the pains of failing at a new hobby and the joys of finally triumphing\u003B she also displays a keen eye for precious details such as Pickle’s handwritten thank\u002Dyou letter to Grandma and knee patches on the protagonist’s now\u002Dmended trousers."

This charming picture book follows the unexpected adventures of a pickle who discovers the joy of mobility after finding a set of wheels. Young readers will delight in the whimsical premise as the an...

PIGEONHOLED

one columnist as “the Guardian’s black journalist who writes ‘black stories.’” Ironically, his first column for the paper, about Bosnia, was spiked because the editor wanted him to add an “ethnic sensibility.” Born in Hertfordshire to Barbadian parents, Younge knew very few Black people. “When I entered a pub in most Scottish cities or any rural area in Britain, there was always this fragment of silence as I single\u002Dhandedly integrated the space.” Starting out in journalism, he says, felt like going into one of those pubs. Two decades later, Black journalists made up only 0.2% of staffers at British outlets. Younge is highly critical of mainstream media that have few Black decision\u002Dmakers but put Black journalists in front of cameras, mistaking photo opportunities for equal opportunities. Invoking wisdom from James Baldwin, Langston Hughes, and Shonda Rhimes, he acknowledges that while he aims to speak to the Black community in a relevant voice, “I hope I am never deluded enough to think I can speak for it.” He insists that though he may not represent Black people, “it’s important that I don’t misrepresent them. For it would also be reckless to contribute to an atmosphere in which relatively vulnerable people were made more vulnerable by my work.” After all, being Black in Britain means one is more likely to be stopped, searched, arrested, incarcerated, unemployed, underpaid, or homeless. By honestly reflecting on the complex challenges of his career, Younge hopes “to broaden the space for what we all might write.”"

This clever picture book tackles the frustration of being stereotyped through the story of a pigeon who dreams of being more than just a city bird. When the pigeon is repeatedly told it can only deli...

Pirate Boy by Eve Bunting

Eve Bunting

A delightful story of steadfast love between a pirate boy and his brave mom. After reading his favorite book about a pirate boy, Danny wonders what would happen if he sailed away on a pirate ship. Luckily, his mother reassures him that she would find him, even if she had to swim on a dolphin, battle

Pirates of Savannah Book One, Sold in Savannah

Tarrin P. Lupo

This swashbuckling historical adventure plunges young readers directly into the dangerous world of 18th-century piracy, following a young protagonist's journey from servitude to freedom on the high s...

Pirates of the Caribbean (Disney Classic) (Little Golden Book) by Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson

Ahoy, matey! Set sail for adventure with this Little Golden Book inspired by the popular Disney Parks attraction Pirates of the Caribbean! Climb aboard and get ready for an epic adventure. Readers will go on a journey full of swashbuckling pirates, hidden treasure, haunted ships, and more as they ex

Pirates, Manatees, and Mermaids (A Save Our Seas Adventure Book Book 3)

Geoffrey Williams

A Red Alert sets the Worthys off from the island of Abu Al Abyad-near Abu Dhabi in the Persian Gulf-to Florida where manatees are being injured and killed at an alarming rate Something has changed. The SOS Foundation is sending in their crack A.I. team, Alena and Tyler Worthy and their resourceful d

Pitman’s Broadway Theatre at 100

towns beyond it. As movie theaters became commonplace later in the 20th century, the theater largely moved back to live performances. A husband and wife eventually bought the theater outright and still own it today\u003B it continues to thrive as a culture center of Pitman and South Jersey more broadly. Eldredge’s history uses a combination of anecdotal examples, biographical detail, and broader historical context, including details of local politics, to create a sweeping narrative of the Broadway. There are many specific details that make the history feel especially vivid, and the many interviews help to personalize the events of its story further. Sometimes, the book can feel a little bit disorganized\u003B in particular, its strict chronology can work against it, making it difficult to trace recurring themes clearly. However, this is a small complaint, and it’s easy to perceive the clear love and pride that the author feels for that local institution."

This photographic history offers a vibrant journey through a century of American theater, chronicling the evolution of one of Broadway's most storied venues. The book is rich with archival images, pl...

PIZZA WITCH

Genre

This middle-grade fantasy serves up a deliciously original premise where culinary magic and coming-of-age challenges collide in a story that will resonate with young readers navigating their own soci...

Plants vs. Zombies Boxed Set 7 by Paul Tobin

Paul Tobin

Collecting three Plants vs. Zombies original graphic novels into one deluxe boxed set for your holiday season! The set also includes an exclusive, double-sided poster with a new piece of never-before-seen art by fan-favourite artist Ron Chan on the slipcase! Collects Plants vs. Zombies: Better Homes

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a demon. In So Thirsty (2024), Harrison wrote a book about vampires that was also a novel about best friends trying to figure out what to do with their lives. Here, Harrison mines the potential of the haunted house to excavate the abuse that Clio and her sisters suffered as children. Clio is a terrific protagonist. She’s sharp and funny and a little less self\u002Daware than she thinks she is. As she tries to reconcile her own memories with those of her family—including her mother, who left behind an annotated copy of the book she wrote about living in a demon\u002Dplagued split\u002Dlevel in the suburbs—and questions her own sense of reality, Clio unravels. But it’s a necessary unraveling, the kind of annihilation that makes real change possible. This novel delivers truly chilly scenes while also exploring the emotional depths that make horror meaningful. There’s a climactic scene at a family barbecue where Clio sees echoes of her mother in herself, Leda, and Daphne and thinks, “Her ghost is us.” There are many emotionally devastating moments in this novel, but this one captures the essence of them all. Harrison knows that we are, all of us, haunted."

This middle-grade novel tackles the complex social dynamics of school friendships with raw honesty and emotional depth, exploring how playground politics evolve into something much more serious as ki...

POEMS & PRAYERS

an 18\u002Dyear\u002Dold (Rimbaud excepted) should read: “Ignorant minds of the fortunate man / Blind of the fate shaping every land.” McConaughey is fearless in his commitment to the rhyme, no matter how slight the result (“Oops, took a quick peek at the sky before I got my glasses, / now I can’t see shit, sure hope this passes”). And, sad to say, the slight is what is most on display throughout, punctuated by some odd koanlike aperçus: “Eating all we can / at the all\u002Dwe\u002Dcan\u002Deat buffet, / gives us a 3.8 education / and a 4.2 GPA.” “Never give up your right to do the next right thing. This is how we find our way home.” “Memory never forgets. Even though we do.” The prayer portion of the program is deeply felt, but it’s just as sentimental\u003B only when he writes of life\u002Dchanging events—a court appearance to file a restraining order against a stalker, his decision to quit smoking weed—do we catch a glimpse of the effortlessly fluent, effortlessly charming McConaughey as exemplified by the David Wooderson (“alright, alright, alright”) of Dazed and Confused. The rest is mostly a soufflé in verse. McConaughey’s heart is very clearly in the right place, but on the whole the book suggests an old saw: Don’t give up your day job."

This collection of spiritual verses and reflective poetry offers young readers a gentle introduction to contemplative literature, blending accessible language with meaningful themes that resonate acr...

Pony Scouts Really Riding! (I Can Read Level 2)

Catherine Hapka

Today is a special day for the Pony Scouts. It's time for Meg and Annie's first-ever riding lesson on Jill's farm, followed by a Pony Scouts sleepover! With so many fun things planned, the girls couldn't ask for any more excitement . . . until a small surprise turns out to be their biggest thrill of

Pookie and the Whispering Wind A gentle nature fantasy about friendship

Sweta Sharma Sabharwal

Pookie’s not sure about the picnic. New places and new people still make her nervous. Even with her cheerful friend Piyali by her side, it’s hard to know how to feel when someone new bursts into her quiet space. But on the banks of the Relli River, something unexpected happens��something that helps

Pop Kill

a menpō\u002Dmasked hit squad and a half\u002Dburned, knife\u002Dwielding enforcer, Dina believes her best hope is to explain to her boss she has no intention of jumping ship. However, her newfound superspy bodyguard knows just how vengeful Koizumi can be, and that it’ll take more than words to survive his wrath. Writer/artist Johnson tackles his first full\u002Dlength, creator\u002Downed series alongside Painkiller Jane co\u002Dcreator Palmiotti, crafting a tale of espionage that effectively balances the serious and absurd. The multibillion\u002Ddollar companies’ antics mirror real\u002Dlife acts of corporate manipulation, although the cola\u002Dcan silencers and booby\u002Dtrapped six\u002Dpacks are on the wild side. The villains shine bright here, and Goro and Kaito’s antics are hilarious and horrifying. Jon and Dina have good banter, but a perfunctory romance. Santacruz’s pencils fit the genre perfectly, with a modern, cinematic approach to action scenes and a bit of Howard Chaykin influence apparent in the character designs. The soda logos are standouts—as dynamic and believable as real\u002Dworld brands."

This high-octane graphic novel plunges readers into a world of corporate espionage where soda is serious business, featuring a half-burned, knife-wielding enforcer and a menpō-masked hit squad. Write...

Poppy and Mozart Storybook with 16 musical sounds (Poppy Sound Books)

Magali Le Huche

Go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog and friends in Poppy and Mozart. Children and parents will love pressing buttons and hearing the variety of instruments and sounds of Mozart on every page! Go on a musical adventure with the adorable dog, Poppy, and learn about Mozart as he listens to fav

Prayer Journal for Kids

Dreamstorm Publications

As parents or guardians, our utmost desire is that our children grow up with values and with a deep connection to their Creator. This can prove to be challenging as children today, more so than ever before, have access to various kinds of information that may not always be suitable for them. Therefo

Prayers from a Childs Heart

Joni Eareckson Tada

This collection of simple, heartfelt prayers offers young children an accessible and gentle introduction to daily conversations with God. Joni Eareckson Tada draws from her own deep well of faith to ...

PRESENT, STILL MISSING

his family and his little town of Midland Valley. But it isn’t long before cracks begin to appear: The persona of the cheerful and easy\u002Dgoing Daddy Irene remembers increasingly seems like an act Mr. Bracken is trying to maintain, and underneath this mask is an angry and frightened man, someone whose experiences in the war have wounded him in invisible ways. While the narrative largely follows Irene as she goes about the normal activities of a young girl in a small town, it also returns regularly to the unavoidable reality that Mr. Bracken is fighting an inner battle—and largely losing it. “We’d have been better off if he’d never come home,” Irene’s friend MaryEllen says at one point about her own ex\u002Dsoldier father. “At least then Momma would have a check from the gov’ment.” Irene’s worries reach a peak when her father opts for electroshock therapy, and Mach’s decision to narrate these tense and dark events from the perspective of a young girl ends up paying off wonderfully. Irene is innocent but tough (“I hope he feels the sear of my gaze,” she thinks about a boy in her class who’s just assumed the class girls won’t play in the upcoming baseball game, “because I am ready to broil him in hot flames”)\u003B readers will immediately bond with and relate to her, even when she’s privately her suffering father’s harshest critic."

This powerful novel explores the complex aftermath of disappearance through alternating perspectives of a family grappling with uncertainty. When a teenager vanishes without explanation, the narrativ...

President Donald Trump (Rookie Biographies) by Joanne Mattern

Joanne Mattern

Rookie Biographies offer an in-depth look at some of the most influential and interesting people in history. They might be innovative artists, like Maurice Sendak, or groundbreaking athletes like Muhammad Ali. Maybe they are ordinary people who do extraordinary things, like Alexander Hamilton. No ma

Princess Academy graphic novel by Shannon Hale

Shannon Hale

This graphic novel adaptation brings Shannon Hale's beloved middle-grade fantasy to vibrant life through stunning artwork that captures both the mountain setting's rugged beauty and the magical eleme...

Princess, Unicorn, Fairy, and Mermaid Cute Coloring Book For Kids Ages 4-8

Katie Jones

★ Unique coloring pages for the ultimate Unicorn, Mermaid and Princess fan ages 4-8! ★ ◆ Full of a beautiful unicorn, mermaid, and princess coloring pages including super-cute baby unicorns, adreaming unicorn, princess castles, fairy tales, an ice princess, queen and girl princess, princess carriage

PUMPKIN AND BEETLE

curious creatures\u003B their elementary school classmates include a mummy, a pumpkinhead, a witch, and a wolf. When Pumpkin and Beetle spot a comic book they want to buy in the town bookshop, they realize they need to earn money to buy it. A brainstorming session ensues, and they finally settle on selling crabapples. That idea is a bust (“I can find crabapples in the forest!” one of their prospective customers tells them), so they make various entrepreneurial pivots to create a more exciting product, eventually cooking up some rather burnt crabapple muffins. These, too, are a flop, and Pumpkin and Beetle are close to despair, but a timely barter just might be the solution to their conflict. An enjoyable exercise in persistence, problem\u002Dsolving, and happy compromise, this graphic novel features succinct text, ideal for readers of many skill levels, while the cartooning is more sweet than spooky. One of the friendly recurring characters is a floating, silently supportive pink ghost cat named Boo—an especially adorable addition. A glimpse into the comic that Pumpkin and Beetle are obsessed with purchasing and a presumably yummier apple muffin recipe round out the book."

This charming picture book introduces young readers to the unlikely friendship between a cheerful pumpkin and a curious beetle, exploring themes of companionship and seeing beyond appearances. Throug...

PUNYCORN AND THE PRINCESS OF THIEVES

Genre

When a pint-sized unicorn with a heart of gold teams up with a notorious bandit princess, an unlikely friendship is forged in this hilarious and heartfelt adventure. Punycorn, despite his small statu...

Puppy Come Home (Puppy Pug Tails) by Laura Yirak

Laura Yirak

This charming animal adventure follows a curious pug puppy who wanders too far from home, launching a heartfelt journey back to his loving family. Young readers will connect with the puppy's mix of b...

Puppy Training for Kids Teaching Children the Responsibilities

Colleen Pelar

A guide to selecting, training, and caring for a puppy includes information on housetraining, socializing, puppy behavior, and exercise.

QUEST FOR THE TRUE DRAGON

Genre

This middle-grade fantasy adventure follows a young protagonist's perilous journey to find the last remaining dragon in a world where the mythical creatures have nearly vanished. The narrative blends...

RACE TO INNOVATION

diverse entrepreneurs and innovators, and “accelerating transformative change” to “seize opportunities, grow, and build value at an accelerated pace.” In these pages, Bamforth and Zwahlen and their guest contributors employ a number of formats, from bulleted summaries to industry case studies to interviews with innovators, to flesh out these basic principles.This varied approach makes the book smoothly readable. The authors effectively buttress their broader thoughts on diversity and entrepreneurship with specific examples, including profiles of some of the many people doing the work on the ground. They tell the story of Marcus Whitney, for instance, the co\u002Dstarter of a fund for health care startups who angrily corresponded with the Nashville Health Care Leadership Council about its lack of support for the Black Lives Matter movement in the wake of George Floyd’s death in 2020. “How is it possible,” Whitney asks, addressing institutional racial imbalances, “that the nation’s leading healthcare services cluster has generated incredible wealth for White people in Nashville but no meaningful wealth for Nashville’s Black community?” Bamforth and Zwahlen also profile Shuchin Shukla, a son of Indian immigrants who served in rural, impoverished communities in Appalachia ravaged by the opioid epidemic. “His level of talent and commitment,” the authors write, nodding to the advantages of diversity, “could not have been recruited without a hands\u002Don, deeply embedded approach to ideation and problem\u002Dsolving.” Bamforth and Zwahlen also skillfully incorporate brief vignettes from the history of diversity struggles, such as the “fight of the century” between Joe Louis and Max Schmeling in 1938, which Louis won in a knockout (“The celebrations in Black neighborhoods lasted for days”). Running throughout all these stories, carefully highlighted by the authors but never overstressed, are “associations between diversity, innovation, and performance.” Readers not as enthused about the subject as Bamforth and Zwahlen may find some of those associations a bit elusive, but the powerful examples found on virtually every page combine to form a convincing argument that inclusion and equity are practical keys to improving entrepreneurship for all communities."

This thrilling exploration of the competitive world of invention and discovery plunges readers into the high-stakes races that have defined technological progress. From the space race to the digital ...

RADICAL DREAMERS

President Donald Trump, which, the author argues, in its narrow support for private and parochial schools, “compounds past injustices.” He is similarly critical of the Democratic Party’s blind defense of public school policies that “sustain failure and confine students of color to underperforming public schools.” Advocating for school choice through the progressive lenses of Edmonds, Coons, Ravitch, Fuller, and a host of grassroots Black activists, Viteritti makes a well\u002Dresearched case for charter schools that is backed by more than 560 scholarly endnotes. Despite its academic bona fides, this is an accessible work from the perspective of an activist who has long been in the trenches of public education."

This gripping science fiction adventure follows a crew of young space explorers who discover their mission to colonize a new world is not what it seems. When the ship's AI begins exhibiting strange b...

Read Aloud Bible Stories Volume 1

Ella K. Lindvall

Recounts stories from the life of Jesus, some of His parables, and tales of the heroes of the Old Testament

Rebekah - Girl Detective Books 1-8 Fun Short Story Mysteries

PJ Ryan

Rebekah Daniels is just your ordinary spunky 9 year old girl living in the small town of Curtis Bay...EXCEPT she is determined NOT to be ordinary at all! Her small town is filled with mysteries and Rebekah is sure that she, along with her best friend Mouse, will be able to solve every last one of th

Rebel Girls All Things Friendship

Rebel Girls

Una divertida guía sobre cómo hacer nuevas amigos, disfrutar de los de siempre y gestionar las dificultades en tus relaciones. Los buenos amigos te alegran en tus peores días, te hacen llorar de la risa y te apoyan en momentos difíciles. Pero al igual que el resto de relaciones, las amistades tambié

Red Riding Hood Red Beetle Classic Fairytale

Lisette Starr

This fresh retelling of the classic fairy tale maintains the story's essential charm while introducing gentle updates that make it wonderfully accessible for preschoolers. The narrative follows the f...

RED TIDE

Genre

This gripping environmental thriller plunges readers into a coastal community grappling with a mysterious ecological disaster that turns the ocean waters crimson and threatens marine life. When a tee...

REFLECTIONS OF HONYOCKER

shadowy agencies and conspirators with baroque names, such as Baridi Rappaccini, Adjuster Number Two, and Raff Maunder, among others. Their motives involve technology that allows wormhole manipulation and the suppression (or exposure) of secrets that seem too strange for conventional reality. Via narrators such as Reardon Pareidolia and Dejado Abandonado, Fulstone dramatizes a world where paranoia is indistinguishable from truth, and where every revelation seems to be a delusion. As the story advances, the files grow more unstable: Peregrino, a doctor, writes an unnerving letter blending maritime anecdotes with apocalyptic visions, capped by a grotesque poem\u003B John Marcher (adopting the name of Henry James’ disabled protagonist from the 1903 novella The Beast in the Jungle) wonders whether all that preceded his section was simply the product of psychiatric confinement. The novel thus destabilizes its own foundations, suggesting that its extravagant tales of interdimensional travel, conspiracies, and abductions may be nothing more—or less—than the visions of the institutionalized. Fulstone’s strengths lie in his work’s tonal and conceptual daring. The work gleefully mixes pulp tropes with literary allusions, invoking Jorge Luis Borges, Thomas Pynchon, and Vladimir Nabokov in its labyrinthine layering, and the metafictional design—documents within documents, voices contradicting each other—creates an atmosphere of constant instability. The proliferation of aliases, shadowy agencies, and surreal conspiracies verges on incoherence, and shifts from satirical parody to grotesque horror may further alienate readers\u003B a disturbing poem invoking “naked women and children” as corpses, for instance, feels more gratuitous than illuminating. The narrative’s climax disperses rather than focuses the narrative, raising provocative questions but declining to pursue them with discipline. Still, this unsettling work’s messy audacity, refusal of closure, and hall\u002Dof\u002Dmirrors voice\u002Dplay will ensure that even frustrated readers won’t forget it."

This gritty coming-of-age novel follows a young man's struggle to survive the harsh realities of homesteading on the unforgiving Great Plains. Through vivid prose and unflinching honesty, the narrati...

Reiki and Glitch the Curious Pair Journey Through Life and Death Traditions

Marines Vega

This book, Science of Last Rites – An insightful journey into the World of Spirit is a unique book in itself. It deals with the science of last rites performed for the departed loved one. The traditions, customs and methods of these rites may differ from religion to religion and culture to culture a

REPLACEABLE YOU

shooting himself in the afflicted foot) for an amputation and refitting with a prosthetic that allowed him to walk more easily. Roach wanders through the hallways of eldritch laboratories where pigs are grown to provide organs that are transplantable to humans, and she visits cadaver labs to look at another source of carefully inventoried parts (“As much time is spent on documentation and shipping of a donor’s tissues as on their removal. You’re expecting The Jeffrey Dahmer Story but it’s closer to UPS”). She interviews researchers on cures for type 1 diabetes and advances in “in vitro gametogenesis” and generally has a grand time looking into areas where few writers—especially squeamish ones—have ventured."

This powerful YA novel explores the complex world of teenage identity in an age of artificial intelligence, following a high school student whose life is upended when a sophisticated AI replica of he...

Reptile Rumble! (DC Super Friends) (Step into Reading) by Billy Wrecks

Billy Wrecks

When cold-blooded Croc attacks with his army of snakes and alligators, it's up to Batman and the DC Super Friends to stop this reptile ruffian's sinister scheme. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 leveled reader that features action-packed comic book-style panels!

REPUBLIC AND EMPIRE

Genre

This sweeping historical narrative traces the dramatic transformation from republican governance to imperial power, examining the political structures, military campaigns, and social upheavals that d...

Restart

Gordon Korman

When Chase returns to middle school after falling off the roof and losing his memory, he learns that the person he was before the amnesia is not someone he likes.

Return of the Cave Lion A Christian Children’s Action Adventure for Ages 8-11

Phyllis Wheeler

Join Jake and Ava, 11-year-old time travelers, on their latest adventure as they rescue those lost in time. When a mysterious large kitten appears in their suburban driveway, they know it's time to take him home. Soon the twins, their four-year-old cousin, and their furry companion find themselves i

Revenants Return (The Dragons Apprentice Book 2) by James Riley

James Riley

The fate of magic rests in the hands (and claws) of a cranky dragon, a feisty apprentice...and a prince who may not be all he seems? Get ready for the sequel to the New York Times bestselling hilarious fantasy adventure in the new series from the author of the Story Thieves. You were warned to stay

RH/Disney, The Never Girls Collection #1 Books 1-4

Kiki Thorpe

Four friends are whisked to Never Land and someone must find a way for them to get home, the friends find a passage between Earth and Never Land, a girl and a fairy are stuck on the wrong side, and Kate is approached by mist horses.

Rhyming Riddles for Kids Ages 4-8 I Can Read Books My First. Rhyming

Megan Flannery

Book 1 (Corrected and Updated) When learning about rhyming, children learn to enjoy the sounds present in different words. Engaging text that includes rhyming words allows children to develop their ability to make predictions, another essential reading skill, along with recognizing the different sou

RING OF FIRE

machine guns. We learn of the tragic collateral deaths of civilians and horses—and of the quirky improvisations of the French, who sent troops to the front in taxis. Likewise, we read of unemployment on the docks of Buenos Aires\u003B New Zealand troops invading German\u002Dheld Samoa\u003B and the widespread deployment of troops from Africa and the Indian subcontinent. By the time we reach the Battle of the Marne, we are familiar with a common litany: undersupplied and undertrained, largely civilian armies, burdened by heavy equipment and dysentery, fighting in heat and unfamiliar terrain, throttled by insufficient supply lines. Officers of various degrees of incompetence fought “the last war.” Above all, the authors emphasize the extent of that August’s carnage. The deaths of thousands in a single battle, the burnings of cities, towns, and villages, the bleeding of munitions and treasure on such a scale that they transformed Europe into a giant cemetery of rotting corpses, where men crawled through mud to survive: all of them hoping this horror would be done by Christmas. "

This gripping survival thriller plunges readers into the heart of a volcanic catastrophe, where a school trip to Indonesia turns into a desperate fight for life when a long-dormant supervolcano erupt...

RIPENESS

her farmer father and her “glamorous” French Jewish mother, whose own parents and sister were sent to Belsen during the war. Edith’s status as an outsider in Ireland means she has “learnt, as immigrants do…by keeping quiet, standing back, observing.” This sense of life on the periphery also connects her in memory to her past when, on the brink of attending Oxford, a 17\u002Dyear\u002Dold Edith is sent to stay at a villa near Lake Como with her older sister, a ballerina. Elegant and cosmopolitan like their mother, Lydia is everything cerebral Edith feels she isn’t. Lydia is also eight months pregnant and opaque about the baby’s paternity, determined to give the baby up for adoption and return to her demanding life as a dancer. Moss switches back and forth between Edith’s present, told in close third person, and the past, told in first person and addressed to the baby that Edith and her sister await. Through these parallel narratives, and with her characteristically sinuous style, Moss is able to explore the idea of belonging: What does it mean to belong to a place? To a lineage? A family? A home?"

This coming-of-age novel explores the turbulent transition from childhood to adulthood through the eyes of its teenage protagonist, capturing the raw emotions and pivotal moments that define adolesce...

Ripley Kool and the Investigators Books 1-3 by Thomas Lockhaven

Thomas Lockhaven

Three best friends, one wild detective agency! From missing parrots to vanishing dinos and holiday heists, Ripley Kool and the Investigators tackle hilarious mysteries in this fun-packed series!

Robot, Go Bot! (Step into Reading Comic Reader)

Dana Meachen Rau

Step into Reading Comic Readers have action-packed panels and speech balloons! Simple, graphic layouts introduce emergent readers to the joy of comics. This Step 1 tells the story of a girl and a robot whose friendship is tested when one of them gets a bit bossy. Step 1 Readers have big type and eas

Roby, the Little Robot

Amabel Pearl

A robot finds life confusing outside the robot factory, until it finds a friend in a little girl.

Rocket and Groot Stranded on Planet Strip Mall! (Marvel Middle Grade Novel)

Tom Angleberger

Stranded on a planet filled with dry cleaners, nail salons, and chain restaurants, Rocket and Groot face killer robots bent on customer service and raccoon-eating toilets.