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Book SynopsisIn Disney All Aboard! Mickey’s Railway, illustrator Andrew Kolb invites young readers to take a train ride with Mickey in this accordion-fold board book, with flaps to lift on every page. All aboard! While reading a simple story about Mickey’s train ride to the countryside, fold this book out car by car to explore the train inside and out—and meet Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and more of Mickey’s pals along the way! Each page has a flap to lift for added seek-and-find fun, and the back sides of the pages feature a running landscape with plenty of fun objects for young readers to discover and count. A magical, interactive ride from beginning to end!Trade ReviewPoring over each car’s crowded contents offers distractions and discoveries aplenty. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisDive in to an exciting nonfiction graphic novel series about some of the greatest Black lives in history! Sure to delight middle graders and encourage interest in STEM careers. (School Library Journal) This fun and accessible graphic novel for middle grade readers brings to light the lives of great but lesser-known Black scientists. Great Minds of Science is a kid-friendly introduction to some of the greatest scientists in historydoctors, engineers, mathematicians, and biologists. Each of them faced challenges as they rose to the top of their professions, but they didn't back down. They kept experimenting and questioning and learning, and they made significant contributions in each of their scientific fields. Black Lives is the new graphic novel series from award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson that celebrates the lives of Black innovators and legends and helps bring these histories to life. Celebrate the lives and contributions of Black scientists

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Book Synopsis Haven’s Legacy is the thrilling and heartfelt second book in The Powers, a sweeping middle-grade fantasy series from Supergirl’s Melissa Benoist and her sister, the writer Jessica Benoist. Following the events at Haven house, Ellie and Parker are prepared for almost anything . . . The Power sisters have only just come to terms with the betrayal and truths revealed at Haven when their mysterious aunt, Sadie, shows up on their doorstep. Even more shocking, Sadie has a new mission for the girls: to rescue their beloved mother, who vanished years ago and is—according to Sadie—very much alive. Parker and Ellie join Aunt Sadie at Mountain Harbor, home to the Sentry, an underground society of people with powers like their own. First call of duty: to develop their magical abilities alongside their peers. But Ellie isn’t convinced everyone at Mountain Harbor can be trusted, and to make matters worse the

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Book SynopsisThe Other Sister is the highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed Scandi-noir thriller The Bucket List. Alicia Bjelke has always been the “other sister,” the foil to her beautiful sister, Stella—people turn their backs when they see Alicia’s disfigured face. So she created a life in the background, becoming a coding genius and founding a groundbreaking dating app company. With Stella as the face of the company, Alicia has found success. Until one day, when Stella is found dead and Alicia’s life takes the wrong turn. Soon, she realizes that she is the next target. The case is given to former FBI agent John Adderley, who is still in Karlstad under a new identity. He is haunted by shadows of his past and is about to leave Sweden when the game plan changes. Instead of running, he is forced to once and for all face his past, and the murder investigation gives him a way out. If he can go through with his plTrade Review“Mohlin and Nyström’s stellar sequel to 2021’s The Bucket List more than delivers on the first book’s promise . . . This nail-biter doesn’t let John off the hook for some hard choices he’s forced to make as the action builds to a jaw-dropping climax. Readers will be counting the days to see where these gifted writers take their lead next.” * Publishers Weekly, *starred* review *“This second novel by the Swedish friends and co-writers Mohlin and Nyström more than lives up to their 2021 debut in The Bucket List . . . The harsh crescendo of revelation adds both suspense and depth to a very dark tale of bad choices leading to crime and consequences . . . It all comes together in a grimly satisfying series of events, showing more clearly than ever that Mohlin and Nyström understand costs and penalties.” * New York Journal of Books *“In a successful mix of high-octane suspense and psychological depth, authors Peter Mohlin and Peter Nyström deliver a thrilling sequel in the John Adderley series . . .a unique twist on the usual Nordic police procedural . . . an unusual deviation in this genre, that’s well worth checking out for readers looking for something different and darker even than the standard Scandinoir.” * Criminal Element *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAllen's well-rounded, realistic teen characters grow throughout, and she interlaces the story with complicated relationships that reveal each character's idea of friendship. . . An engaging coming-of-age story. * Kirkus Review ***STARRED REVIEW** "To Allen’s credit, the story covers potentially toxic elements with grace, humor, and maturity, never getting bogged down or growing maudlin. Instead, it stays firmly rooted in the gentle affection among the characters and their sturdy humanity, which never falters." * School Library Journal *The characters’ alternating first-person voices are distinctive, the writing is sharp, and messages about honesty and being oneself add ballast to this satisfying multigenerational story of four girls finding the people they need. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisFrom the powerhouse couple behind the blog Probably This and #YourGayUncles, a comprehensive guide to living comfortably and beautifully on the cheap by and for millenialsWhen bloggers and couple Matt Armato and Beau Ciolino were graduating from college, they found themselves constantly being asked the question: What will you do next? Their answer was simple: Probably this! In Probably This Housewarming: A Guide to Creating a Home You Adore, Armato and Ciolino show you how to live your best, fullest, most beautiful life while dealing with all of the limitations that come with renting, working 40 hoursor morea week, and having little-to-no disposable income. This fun, accessible guide is organized into three sectionsDesign, Make, and Hostin the order you would naturally do them. First, you'll learn to design your space to look just right, then you'll find DIYs that will help add character and round out your home decor on a budget, and finally, you'll get hosting tips for when your home Trade Review“Matt and Beau are here to make homemaking fun, funny, fabulous, and approachable with their new tome. A primer on all things decor, DIY, and how-to-be-a-ridiculously cute couple, Housewarming will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to tackle your next home project, large or small." -- Justina Blakeney * designer, author, and founder of Jungalow *“The pages of Housewarming are bursting with inspiration to create your very own beautiful, attainable, and cozy home. If you’re looking to design or infuse your space with new life, you need this book by Matt and Beau!” -- Adrianna Adarme * author of The Year of Cozy and founder of A Cozy Kitchen *“Reading this book feels like having a conversation with your friend who is a design genius and also super down to earth. Housewarming is filled with stunning photography, to-the-point design tips, and a bunch of fun projects and recipes. From making your first mood board, to pouring candles, to mixing a cocktail, Beau and Matt have all the goss on how to live your best life!” -- Orlando Soria * host of the HGTV series Build Me Up *

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Book SynopsisHekima Hapa and Lesley Ware’s Black Girls Sew supplies tools, builds skills, and offers encouragement to help young sewists create a powerful sense of self and style. Black Girls Sew is a nonprofit organization built on strong messaging: Teach and empower young girls to take ownership of and have pride in their clothing. Their first book offers the tools, knowledge, and vocabulary to help young people take back their fashion narrative. Black and brown girls and boys need a space where they do not have to encounter misrepresentation of their culture, and this book provides them with a safe space in which to explore their creativity. Primarily the book teaches basic sewing skills and design principles so that readers can create one-of-a-kind looks. By encouraging them to follow their curiosity, rather than telling them what to create, Black Girls Sew helps young fashionistas learn to take risks and explore creative play in clothing desig

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Book Synopsis A delicious and delightful narrative history of pie in America, from the colonial era through the civil rights movement and beyond. With corresponding recipes for each chapter and sidebars of quirky facts throughout, this book—winner of the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) Award for Best Literary or Historical Food Writing—​is an entertaining, informative, and utterly charming food history for bakers, dessert lovers, and history aficionados alike. Ultimately, the story of pie is the story of America itself, and it’s time to dig in. From the pumpkin pie gracing the Thanksgiving table to the apple pie at the Fourth of July picnic, nearly every American shares a certain nostalgia for a simple circle of crust and filling. But America’s history with pie has not always been so sweet. After all, it was a slice of cherry pie at the Woolworth’s lunch counter on a cool Februa

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Book SynopsisFrom award-winning creator Sergio Ruzzier, an oddball “squirrel” forges his own path in this comical picture book about being yourself. Custard the Squirrel, aren’t you a duck? Will you please quack? Will you do anything you don’t want to do? “NO!” said Custard the Squirrel. From the brilliant mind of author-illustrator Sergio Ruzzier comes this delightfully wacky story about rejecting others’ expectations of who you should be and being unapologetically, authentically you. Simple, universal, and hilarious, this rollicking read-aloud is an ode to free spirits everywhere.“With its steady repetition, this is practically a how-to manual on patiently combating relentless ignorance. Yet it is as much about believing someone when they tell you who they are as it is a guide for dealing with the rodents of the real world. Soft artwork rendered in pen and ink and watercolor deftTrade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "With its steady repetition, this is practically a how-to manual on patiently combating relentless ignorance. Yet it is as much about believing someone when they tell you who they are as it is a guide for dealing with the rodents of the real world. Soft artwork rendered in pen and ink and watercolor deftly highlight the features and body language of both of the main characters." * Kirkus Reviews ***STARRED REVIEW** "Cleverly rendered, accessibly philosophical take on confronting bias, labels, and assumptions." * Publishers Weekly *The characteristically unexpected details and color choices featured in Ruzzier’s watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations pair perfectly with this story of individualism. * The Horn Book Magazine *Custard’s serene refusals may strike a chord in readers who reject being saddled with predetermined or neatly delimited tags. * Booklist *The opportunity for an entire room of kids to shout “NO!” with Custard the Squirrel in a call-and-response is one that can’t be overlooked—classrooms and libraries will have an exciting, if ear-shatteringly loud, storytime. * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** "A superb celebration of storytelling when the truth proves insufficient. " * Kirkus Reviews *[T]his book will prove popular at story time. * School Library Journal *Ruzzier provides yet another short and sweet tale with simple language and a thoroughly enjoyable plot. It’s imaginative, creative, and easy to follow. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisSunny days and wacky adventures are always on the horizon with the Smurfs in Peyo’s We Are the Smurfs: Bright New Days!, the third volume in this graphic novel series for young readers. With three new stories filled with emotional lessons and fun, and back matter dedicated to helping children explore and better understand their emotions, the Smurftacular journeys continue in the third book of this early graphic novel series. It’s a beautiful day in Smurf Village: The birds are singing, the flowers are growing, and Papa Smurf’s birthday is right around the corner! Excited to celebrate, the Smurfs plan a big event for him. But what happens when one Smurf’s laziness ruins the surprise Hefty Smurf and the others put together for the party? And when another Smurf’s messy ways leads to trouble for a forest friend, it’s up to the Smurfs to take charge and take responsibility!We Are the Smurfs

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Book SynopsisMy Grandma Is Great! is a joyful tribute to everything that makes grandmothers wonderful! Celebrate all the things that make Grandma grand with this colorfully bright, humor-filled board book, perfect for sharing between generations. Grandma is more fabulous than a flock of flamingos...more magical than a million mermaids...more adventurous than a pack of pirates, and My Grandma Is Great! is the perfect way to celebrate her. This bright and funny board book is from Hello!Lucky—Sabrina and Eunice Moyle—the creators of My Mom Is Magical! and My Dad Is Amazing!Trade ReviewThis book praises the strength and love of a grandma through a lively fuchsia dragon characterization, surrounded by dynamic patterns, color, and sparkle. . .Essential. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisMy Grandpa Is Grand! is a joyful tribute to everything that makes grandpas fantastic! Celebrate all the things that make Grandpa grand with this colorfully bright, humor-filled board book, perfect for sharing between generations. Grandpa is more fun than a ton of tree houses...more adventurous than a sea of sailors...smarter than a school of fish, and My Grandpa Is Grand! is the perfect way to celebrate him. This bright and funny board book is from Hello!Lucky—Sabrina and Eunice Moyle—the creators of My Mom Is Magical! and My Dad Is Amazing!

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Book Synopsis Inspired by creole traditions, Charmed Life is the second book in Marti Dumas’s fun, middle-grade contemporary fantasy Wildseed Witch series with an all-BIPOC cast, about a social-media-loving tween—and witch! After a summer of being the worst witch at a fancy witch school, Hasani can’t wait to get back to the peace and normalcy of Riverbend Middle where she knows all the rules and is destined to be captain of the Mathletes. There are a few little hiccups to work out—like how she’s going to tell her best friend that she’s a witch—but even though the other two members of Hasani’s coven have joined her friend group and her school, there’s no reason to think that eighth grade won’t be smooth sailing . . . that is until her former friend (and fellow witch) LaToya shows up. LaToya starts trying to take her friends and make Hasani seem like the bad guy. To make matters worse, strange things

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the popular website and Instagram @psimadethis comes a how-to craft and creativity book for parents and kids. Erica Domesek is a social media star and the original queen of DIY. P.S. We Made This follows in the footsteps of her first two books, offering creative and colorful at-home projects, but now invites the whole family to join in the fun! It encourages parents (and kids!) to step away from the screens and help their littles learn essential sensory, motor, developmental, and life skills. From self-expression and imaginative play to problem-solving, these projects keep kids entertained, curious, and growing. Each chapter has simple out-of-the-box crafts, recipes, and ideas to engage kids of all ages. This is the perfect book for encouraging your child’s development and self-confidence, while also teaching them to have fun along the way.Includes Color Illustrations

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Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLER From the writer crowned one of the smartest, funniest voices in modern America, this hotly anticipated debut collection of essays offers “a precious glimpse into how Ziwe’s uniquely fearless mind functions” (New York Magazine) Ziwe made a name for herself by asking guests like Alyssa Milano, Fran Lebowitz, and Chet Hanks direct questions. In Black Friend, she turns her incisive perspective on both herself and the culture at large. Throughout the book, Ziwe combines pop-culture commentary and personal stories, which grapple with her own (mis)understanding of identity. From a hilarious case of mistaken identity via a jumbotron to a terrifying fight-or-flight encounter in the woods, Ziwe raises difficult questions for comedic relief. From Black Friend’s Introduction: “Today, I learned that my book is ranked as the #1 new release in ‘Discrimination and Racism&Trade Review“One of the smartest, funniest voices in modern America.” * Kirkus Reviews *“The intimate selections offer a rare look beneath Ziwe’s comedic persona, and the humor amuses . . . .energetic mix of comedy and personal reflection” * Publisher's Weekly *“It’s got a light touch but sharp nails.” * Bustle *“a precious glimpse into how Ziwe’s uniquely fearless mind functions” * Vulture, New York Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA joyful, rhyming celebration of music and community, Bing, Bop, Bam: Time to Jam! is an upbeat picture book from the creators of Ride, Roll, Run: Time for Fun! that follows nine children as they help plan a big musical block party.  Sounds soar!Tunes galore.Music trance . . .Gotta dance!   Author and educator Valerie Bolling’s rhyming text makes for a rollicking read aloud and features instruments from all around the world, including agogô, banjo, daegeum, djembe drums, double bass, erhu, maracas, piano, steel drums, and trumpet. Sabrena Khadija’s stunning, colorful illustrations depict the joy of dancing, playing music, and feasting with neighbors and friends. Readers will clamor to plan jam sessions of their own!

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Book Synopsis From science teacher Laura Gehl and award-winning illustrator Loris Lora, Who Laid These Eggs? invites children tolift the flaps on every page of this board book to learn about eight animal species and their nests!   In this innovative nonfiction board book, young readers will see eggs in different environments on each spread. They can lift the flaps to discover all of the different animal nests and eggs—and learn a simple fact about each species. Featured creatures include robins, alligators, ostriches, salmon, butterflies, seagulls, snakes, and chickens, plus the kids who gather the eggs from the coop!

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Book Synopsis Author Deidre Havrelock’s and illustrator Aphelandra’s The Heartbeat Drum is an uplifting picture book biography of a Cree activist and musician who founded an Indigenous hand drumming group, led by women and children, that spreads joy, healing, and unitynisôhkisinân (We are strong) . . .ninikamonân (We are singing) . . .mîna nika-âhkamêyimonân (And we will continue) . . . Whenever young Carol Powder sang along to her family’s music, her heart felt light and full of joy. Learning from her grandfather, Moshum, Carol listened closely to the drums’ heartbeat until one day Moshum made her a drum of her very own. As Carol grew up, she passed down her songs to her children, grandchildren, and many women in her community, just as Moshum taught her—even as women and children became increasingly excluded from sitting at the drum. Despite those who d

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Book Synopsis In the tradition of Treasure Island, The Duke’s Curse continues this thrilling middle-grade series following an unlikely young pirate on a high-stakes sea adventure, by New York Times bestselling author Gregory Mone Young treasure hunter Fish—nicknamed for his swimming abilities—learns that his refusal to fight has a cost when he’s torn away from his pirate family. Fish and his friends Nora and Daniel are forced to sail under Countess Marie de Bornholdt, the widely feared and very unusual captain of the Rat Queen, and her latest assistant—Fish’s arch nemesis, Scab. In search of the storied ship with emerald eyes, the Rat Queen’s treasure hunters race from the islands of the Caribbean Sea to the canals of Venice and the sunken library of a cursed prince. Yet they’re not the only pirates on the trail. After an unusual map leads them to a mysterious island, a climactic final battle bl

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewWhether everything is “too much-y” or not “enough-y,” a book like this, addressed to readers directly, can help. A clear and useful message: Feelings change, and, ultimately, “It’s all going to be okay.” * Kirkus *

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Book SynopsisIn Peaches, a hopeful multigenerational story of love and healing from author Gabriele Davis and illustrator Kim Holt, a girl holds her mother’s memory close while carrying on an important family tradition: making peach cobbler together.  Summer Sundays begin with picking.Rosy-ripe peaches dipping low to the ground,Sun-warmed and soft like Grandma’s lap.   Side by side with Daddy and Grandma, a young girl is determined to take part in her family’s tradition of baking the perfect peach cobbler—just like her mama used to. From picking fruit to stirring and mixing to kneading the dough, it’s a little bit messy. But with sure hands to guide the girl step-by-step—and her mother’s memory hanging sweet in the air—she has the recipe for making Mama proud.   This warmhearted and ultimately hopeful picture book shows that with a house full of love, eve

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Book Synopsis Charlie Brown comes to life like never before in this giftable pop-up book featuring the first-ever Peanuts comic strip in Here Comes Charlie Brown! Charles M. Schulz introduced readers to “Good Ol’ Charlie Brown” on October 2, 1950, with the publication of the very first Peanuts comic strip—considered the most iconic comic of all time. It is also a perfect haiku of art, text, and paranoia, with a variation of the Browning sonnet “How Do I Love Thee?” thrown in for literary measure. Everything that is great about Schulz and Peanuts is established right out of the gate in these four perfect panels, which have influenced every comic strip that has followed. With this innovative, palm-sized pop-up book, cartoonist and comics historian Gene Kannenberg Jr. brings that very first comic strip to life for a whole new generation, as well as for longtime fans of the classic and beloved brand.

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Book SynopsisIn the third installment of award-winning cartoonist Jason Shiga’s interactive graphic novel series, Adventuregame Comics: Samurai vs. Ninja guides you to choose your warrior fate. Your choice will set you on a path, solving puzzles and learning special skills, all in preparation for your ultimate quest There is a bracelet that gives the wearer immense power, but it has fallen into the clutches of the evil Lord Touma. You must break into his house and steal it! But when Lord Touma’s guards apprehend you, it’ll be down to your smarts and your special skills to beat his rigged games and break free. Will you make the right choices or have to start a new path?Adventuregame Comics is a series of interactive graphic novels in the vein of Jason Shiga’s hit graphic novel Meanwhile. Readers follow the story from panel to panel, using tubes that connect them, and sometimes the path will split, giving readers the chance

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewFunny, tender, and magical, Grand Slam Romance captures the complicated messiness of an old romance reignited by a new rivalry. A comical and endearingly relatable story! * Sloane Leong, author of a Map to the Sun *Funny, flirtatious, and fantastical, Grand Slam Romance combines all the best parts of sports manga, magical girls, and romance for a satisfying home run of a story. * Nicole Goux, Forest Hills Bootleg Society, Everyone is Tulip, Shadow of the Batgirl *Grand Slam Romance is hilarious, sexy, and joyful! Featuring a group of queer friends so funny and cool, you'll wish you were on the team. * Britta Lundin, author of Like Other Girls *

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Book Synopsis Storytelling team Ollie Hicks and Emma Oosterhous’s first Grand Slam Romance is a queer, full-color graphic novel that’s equal parts romance, softball, and drama, where the balls are fast, the smooches are spicy, and the girls . . . magical—now in paperback Mickey Monsoon is the hotshot pitcher for the Belle City Broads, and their team is poised to sweep the league this season. But Mickey is thrown off their game when Astra Maxima shows up to catch for the Gaiety Gals, the Broads’ fiercest rival. Years ago, Mickey and Astra were best friends . . . and maybe more. That was until Astra unceremoniously dumped Mickey to become a softball wunderkind at a private girl’s school in Switzerland. Now, Astra is flirty, arrogant, and reckless on the field—everything the rule-abiding Mickey hates. Astra thinks Mickey’s cute and wants to fool around, despite their rocky history and the trail of jilted s

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Book Synopsis Brilliantly illustrated and designed by the London–based film magazine Little White Lies, Bong Joon Ho: Dissident Cinema examines the career of the South Korean writer/director who has been making critically acclaimed feature films for more than two decades. First breaking out into the international scene with festival-favorite Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000), Bong then set his sights on the story of a real-life serial killer in 2003’s Memories of Murder and once again won strong international critical attention. But it was 2006’s The Host that proved to be a huge breakout moment both for Bong and the Korean film industry. The monster movie, set in Seoul, premiered at Cannes and became an instant hit—South Korea’s widest release ever, setting new box office records and selling remake rights in the US to Universal. Bong’s next feature, Mother (2009), also premiered at Cannes

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Book SynopsisInspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if Bigfoot is real—now in paperbackWhen journalist Laura Krantz discovered that her long-lost cousin, Grover Krantz, a distinguished anthropologist and professor at Washington State University, had devoted much of his career to the search for Bigfoot, she couldn’t quite believe it. A natural skeptic and a strong believer in facts, Krantz decided to conduct her own quest for the most famous and elusive mythical creature.The Search for Sasquatch takes readers through the big guy’s fun, fascinating, and complex world, posing the question: Could Bigfoot be out there? Exploring the gray area between myth and science, Krantz takes readers on a strange, surreal, and surprising hunt for the fabled Sasquatch—showing us how to challenge our gut assumptions and open our minds to n

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Book Synopsis A definitive account of Blaxploitation cinema—the freewheeling, often shameless, and wildly influential genre—from a distinctive voice in film history and criticism   In 1971, two films grabbed the movie business, shook it up, and launched a genre that would help define the decade. Melvin Van Peebles’s Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song, an independently produced film about a male prostitute who beats up cops and gets away, and Gordon Parks’s Shaft, a studio-financed film with a killer soundtrack, were huge hits, making millions of dollars. Sweetback upended cultural expectations by having its Black rebel win in the end, and Shaft saved MGM from bankruptcy. Not for the last time did Hollywood discover that Black people went to movies too. The Blaxploitation era was born.   Written by film critic Odie Henderson, Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras is a spirited history of a genre and the

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