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It's time to deck the halls and set your traps in this new Christmas adventure from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series!Do you have what it takes to catch jolly old St. Nicholas himself? Santa Claus is getting ready to deliver presents to children around the world, but the wily Catch Club Kids have set traps galore! With the help of his trusty Reindeer and Elf, Santa will have to use all his festive magic to avoid being caught.Poised to become a new holiday tradition, this merry picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Christmas gift or holiday stocking stuffer for children ages 4-10!It's Christmas Eve! I am almost there! I know you've hatched a plan.So when you hear my HO-HO-HO, try to catch me if YOU can!Also in the How to Catch Series:How to Catch an ElfHow to Catch a ReindeerHow to Catch a SnowmanHow to Catch a Gingerbread ManHow to Catch a Unicornand more!

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Hello, friendly reindeer. Looking jolly, Santa. Hola, Christmas tree. Happy holidays to all...When babies are first born, they can''t distinguish between colors the same way that older babies can. But studies show that babies can see high-contrast black-and-white shapes and patterns from the very first days of life, and this charming introduction to Christmas and the holiday season, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes. Using simple greetings like, What''s going on, Christmas elf?, Looking jolly, Santa, and Ni hao, bright star, alongside lovely black-and-white art by Jannie Ho (illustrator of Hello, My World), Holly Jolly! A High-Contrast Christmas Book is the perfect board book for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world. Printed on sturdy board using nontoxic soy-based inks Great quality and baby safe Real board books, perfect f

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Give your baby a treat with this adorable Halloween book featuring squishy sound buttons!Listen to the spooky sounds of the season with this fun interactive sound board book. The sound buttons are super squishy with bright illustrations for readers big and small to enjoy. A combination of photographs and illustrations will engage young readers and encourage them to interact with each spread again and again! Squishy sound buttons and colorful artwork will delight and engage your child Sound elements on every spread stimulate the senses and support early-learning development Makes a wonderful Halloween, baby shower, or birthday gift

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The bestselling scientific series continues to expand! Fans of Chris Ferrie''s Pythagorean Theorem for Babies, Organic Chemistry for Babies, and 8 Little Planets will love this introduction to calculus for babies and toddlers!From the #1 science author for kids comes this next installment in the bestselling Baby University series! Calculus for Babies introduces babies (and reminds grownups!) to the basic concepts behind calculus explained in an easy-to-understand and fun way!Written by an expert, this is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses. It''s never too early to become a mathematician or scientist!

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Discover the wisdom of great women in this remarkable 2025 quote calendar!Begin each day with timeless insights and inspiration from the world's greatest heroes, leaders, artists, scientists, and history-makers! Packed with motivating quotes from women like Toni Morrison, Mae West, and Marie Kondo, this day-by-day boxed calendar will encourage you to chase your passions, embrace your talents, and achieve your dreams. Let the empowering wit and advice of women from yesterday and today guide your year and start making history yourself!This desk calendar makes the perfect feminist gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or inspirational gift for moms, friends, co-workers, and the badass, empowered women in your life!Additional details: 4.75 x 5 page trim size with protective slipcase 100% recyclable and plastic-free with no shrink-wrapping! Cardboard easel backing is perfect for sturdy display on tabletop or desk

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Discover inspiring affirmations every day for an inspired you with this 2025 affirmations calendar!Everyone deserves to know that they are capable, worthy, and enough. Get daily encouragement and reminders of your inner strength with this inspiring boxed calendar! Featuring positive affirmations, motivational phrases, and morning mantras, each page of this day-by-day desk calendar will empower you to let go of what''s weighing you down and start celebrating yourself with confidence. Boost your self-esteem, believe in yourself, and affirm your greatness this year!Start your day with some self-love or give as an inspirational cheer-up gift for New Year New You or holiday stocking stuffer. Perfect for women, teens, bosses, friends, and family, I Am Enough is packed with empowering affirmations for wellness, stress relief, and self-care!Additional details: 4.75 x 5 page trim size with protective 5 x 5 slipcase 100% r

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This book unravels the mysteries behind humanity''s greatest masterpieces. Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think AgainDiscover the secret method used to build the worldFor millennia, humans have used one simple method to solve problems. Whether it''s planting crops, building skyscrapers, developing photographs, or designing the first microchip, all creators follow the same steps to engineer progress. But this powerful method, the engineering method, is an all but hidden process that few of us have heard oflet alone understandbut that influences every aspect of our lives.Bill Hammack, a Carl Sagan award-winning professor of engineering and viral The Engineer Guy on Youtube, has a lifelong passion for the things we make, and how we make them. Now, for the first time, he reveals the invisible method behind every invention and takes us on a whirlwind tour of how humans built the world we know today. From the grand

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THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER!"Ingeniously plotted, irresistibly readable, brimming with inside information about the high-stakes art world of theft, forgery, and murder...Also included are brilliantly rendered drawings by the author, who is as accomplished an artist as he is a writer of suspense thrillers." —Joyce Carol OatesFrom the author of the much-praised The Last Mona Lisa comes another thrilling story of masterpieces, masterminds, and mystery. For years, there have been whispers that, before his death, Van Gogh completed a final self-portrait. Curators and art historians have savored this rumor, hoping it could illuminate some of the troubled artist’s many secrets, but even they have to concede that the missing painting is likely lost forever.But when Luke Perrone, artist and great-grandson of the man who stole the Mona Lisa, and Alexis Verde, daughter of a notorious art thief, discover what may be the missing portrait, they are drawn into a most epic art puzzles. When only days later the painting disappears again, they are reunited with INTERPOL agent John Washington Smith in a dangerous and deadly search that will not only expose secrets of the artist’s last days but draws them into one of history’s darkest eras.Beneath the paint and canvas, beneath the beauty and the legend, the artwork has become linked with something evil, something that continues to flourish on the dark web and on the shadiest corridors of the underground art world.Alternating between Luke Perrone’s perilous hunt for the painting, and a history of stolen art and stolen lives, The Lost Van Gogh is an intricately layered historical thriller perfect for fans of The Last Mona Lisa and The Night Portrait.

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*Now a Netflix original series**International bestseller and TikTok sensation****Two heartbroken people from totally different worlds go on the fake-dating vacation of a lifetime. What could possibly go wrong?Margot Ortega always struggled to be the princess in her own fairytale: a successful career, a huge salary, a gorgeous apartment, and a perfect fiancé. But on her wedding day, she suffers a major panic attack and has to call it off.Devastated and ashamed, Margot decides to drown her sufferings in a mad night of alcohol and dancing. The next day, she returns to the sleazy club to retrieve her sister''s cell phone, and has a crazy encounter with David Sánchez: the handsome, fun-loving bartender who recognises the sadness in Margot's eyes.To make his ex jealous, David persuades Margot to pretend to be his new girlfriend. Together, they conspire to help each other get their exes back. Little do they know how much fun the

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From New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy and USA Today bestselling author Sarina Bowen comes the first in a new hockey romance series.***When Jess Canning is tasked with hosting her brother''s wedding, sparks fly between her and the best man she hooked up with in a one-time mistake last spring.Hosting her brother's wedding for an MVP guest list is the challenge of Jess Canning's life. Already the family screw-up, she can't afford to fail. And nobody (nobody!) can learn of the colossal mistake she made with the best man during a weak moment last spring. It was wrong, and there will not be a repeat.Absolutely not. Even if he is the sexiest thing on two legs.Blake Riley sees the wedding as fate's gift to him. Jess is the maid of honour and he's the best man? Let the games begin. So what if he's facing a little (fine, a lot) of resistance? He just needs to convince the stubborn blonde that he's really a good

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The latest funny and educational nature book for children from the bestselling author and illustrator of Tap the Magic Tree.***Join the animals and follow the clues in this rollicking, rhyming, nature-inspired whodunit story full of fun collective nouns!A mischief of mice has gone missing on a blustery fall day. Now, a scurry of squirrels is scared, while a band of coyotes howls nearby. Did an unkindness of ravens do something mean? Could a prickle of porcupines possibly help? Luckily, a sleuth of bears comes along to help solve the mystery.A humorous illustrated book for children who love The Gruffalo and We're Going on a Bear Hunt, A Mischief of Mice promises a wildly good time for young readers, with plenty of delightful illustrations and memorable characters.***Praise for Tap the Magic Tree:Although simple in presentation with ample white space, the artwork provides a

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''Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even . . . a bear?Only Jane Chapman could reimagine this classic poem with a delightful all animal cast. On the night of Christmas Eve, a family of bears settle down to sleep until Papa Bear is awakened by a racket outside. Polar bear Santa in a sleigh pulled by eight dog-deer bring festive commotion and joy to the class holiday tale

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NEW EDITION: Get a taste of the super-sexy TikTok sensation with these dazzling new editions unmissable for long-time Dark Olympus fans and Greek mythology alike.Books 1-7 are now available with gorgeously reimagined covers and a connected design on the full set.A scorchingly hot modern retelling of Hades and Persephone, from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author.He was supposed to be a myth. But from the moment I crossed the River Styx and fell under his dark spellhe was, quite simply, mine.Society darling Persephone Dimitriou plans to flee the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start over, far from the backstabbing politics of the Thirteen Houses. But it's all ripped away from her when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, the dangerous power behind their glittering city''s dark façade.With no options left, Persephone flees to the forbidden undercity and ma

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The perfect introduction to artificial intelligence for kidsfrom the creator of Baby University!From activation and data to quantum computing and zettaflops, it''s never to early to become an artificial intelligence buff! With bright illustrations and text written by experts, ABCs of Artificial Intelligence is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses.

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A vivid portrait of a woman whose remarkable role and achievements in history have largely been relegated to the shadows... A fascinating read! Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of Sold on a Monday and The Ways We HideFrom the USA Today bestselling author of The Engineer''s Wife comes an incredible historical novel about the First Lady who clandestinely assumed the presidency, perfect for readers of Marie Benedict and Fiona Davis.Socialite Edith Bolling has been in no hurry to find a new husband since she was widowed, preferring to fill her days with good friends and travel. But the enchanting courting of President Woodrow Wilson wins Edith over and she becomes the First Lady of the United States. The position is uncomfortable for the fiercely independent Edith, but she''s determined to rise to the challenges of her new marriagefrom the bloodthirsty press to the shadows of the first World War.Wa

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Absolutely unputdownable! Roni Loren is a new favorite.COLLEEN HOOVER for The One You Can't ForgetTwelve years ago, tragedy struck a sleepy Texas town. Only a small number of those impacted surviveda group the media dubbed The Ones Who Got Away. This is their story.THAT NIGHT: He was the star athlete. She was the sharp-tongued Goth girl who never failed to get under his skin. They were never meant to be together, and one terrible night was enough to tear them apart.NOW: Liv Arias is ready to put the past behind her and move on from the trauma that shaped her young life. But when she runs into her former flame, Finn Dorsey, closure seems harder than ever. Finn almost got Liv killed all those years ago, and their relationship ended in a bitter rift. But when their attempt to say a final goodbye turns into a passionate kiss, Liv and Finn realize that the spark between them still burns as hot as ever.Theirs was never suppose

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From an award winning author comes a story of feminist revenge perfect for readers of Madeleine Miller and Natalie HaynesAll murders must be avenged.While the rest of Greece mourns for the war that has taken their husbands away, Clytemnestra fears the day it will bring Agamemnon back. When he husband willingly sacrifices their eldest daughter to appease the gods, Clytemnestra vows to do whatever it takes to protect her remaining children. But history turns strong women into monsters, and in saving her family she risks losing them altogether and becoming the most hated woman in Greece...

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The sweetest song is one that speaks to the heart of universal human experience.FROM THE AUTHOR OF NAUTILUS AWARD WINNER & BCALA 2022 HONOR POETRY AWARD WINNER I AM THE RAGEExperience the rich tapestry of life through the vibrant poetry of A Sweeter Song by Dr. Martina McGowan. This powerful collection offers a unique perspective on the lives of people of color, women, and other marginalized and oppressed people, highlighting the struggles and triumphs that shape our collective human experience.With each verse, Dr. McGowan brings to life the complex emotions and perspectives that make us who we are, inviting readers to see the world in a new light.From the joys of love and family to the pain of loss an injustice, A Sweeter Song is a celebration of the human spirit in all its diversity.For those who are moved by I am the Rage, Dr. McGowan''s first award-winning poetry collection, and the seminal works o

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He's always been the token gay best friend. Now, stuck between a warring bride and groom hurtling toward their one perfect day, he's finally ready to focus on something new: himself.Domenic Marino has become an expert at code-switching between the hypermasculine and ultrafeminine worlds of his two soon-to-be-wed best friends. But this summer-reeling from his own failed engagement and tasked with attending their bachelor and bachelorette parties-he's anxious over having to play both sides.The pressure is on. The bride wants Dom to keep things clean. The groom wants Dom to "let loose" with the guys. And Dom just wants to get out of this whole mess with his friendships intact.But once the rowdy groomsmen show up at the beach house-including a surprise visit from the groom's old frat brother, handsome and charming PGA star Bucky Graham-chaos (and unexpected romance) quickly ensues. By the time Dom returns for the bachelorette party, he's accumulated a laundry list of secrets that threaten to destroy everything-from the wedding, to Bucky's career, to the one thing Dom hasn't been paying nearly enough attention to lately: his own life.

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Pure laugh-out-loud bookish romance funAfter one too many cocktails in the wake of a break-up, romance writer Gracie Landing emails her old high-school crush, Colin Yarmouth, receiving a surprising response. The two forge an unlikely friendship as Colin's tales of his own break-up become an unexpected source of material for Gracie's current work-in-progress, a project with the potential for a hefty advance that could launch her out of near-poverty. With the deadline looming and her checking account dwindling, Gracie hastily uses Colin's stories without considering whether there could be any personal overlap with other "characters" in his life. In the mayhem that ensues, she risks her entire career, along with the chance at her own happily-ever-after.

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There are stories about the woods around Salvation Creek and the people who have gone missing. Now their friend is one of them. A riveting, fast-paced YA mystery told entirely through first person police interviews of four teens over the course of a few hours.It was all her idea. They would get away from their parents and spend the weekend camping. Down by Salvation Creek, the five of them would make smores, steal kisses, share secrets.But sometime around midnight, she vanished.Now the four friends who came back are under suspicionand they each have a very different story to tell about what happened in the woods.The clock is ticking. What are they hiding? Who is lying? Dark truths must come to light if their friend is to be foundTold entirely through first-person police interviews, this riveting mystery asks: what really happened that night?Perfect for:Fans of Holly Jackson and Jennifer Lynn BarnesMysteries and po

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Discover the wisdom of famous scientific figures and modern groundbreakers alike in Great Quotes from Great Scientists by best-selling author and scientist Chris Ferrie.Blending history''s most famous scientists with the innovators of today, this thought-provoking collection explores important life lessons that can be learned from the scientific mindset.From Galileo''s insights on determination to Marie Curie''s dismantling of the fear of the unknown, each quote and corresponding life lesson offers a unique perspective on the world and our place in it.Whether you''re a science enthusiast, history lover, or searching for an inspirational gift for yourself, family or, friends, Great Quotes from Great Scientists is a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and tap into the brilliance of the scientific mind.

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Dress and accessorize all the different DANCERS in this beautiful My Sticker Dress-Up activity book!Children will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Features a variety of dancers and dance styles including ballet, jazz, and tap. With 5 pages of reusable stickers, children will love exploring their creativity by creating their own outfits, scenes, and, of course...STYLE!Contains over 350 reusable stickers for multiple dress-up optionsCostumes and accessories can be used on multiple figures so children experience unlimited creativityMakes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or any celebration gift

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Witchcraft meets budgeting in this unique and intuitive approach to money, from the internet phenomenon Jessie DaSilva dubbed the "Millennial Money Witch" by Forbes.Making Money just got Magical...Manifestation, crystals, deities, divination, energy waves, meditation - these magical practices are not only good for your mental health, but they are also good for your wallet! As Millennials and Gen Z's struggle to maintain financial stability, they frequently look to Baby Boomer advice that doesn't even apply to the current financial climate. Finding new ways to deal with money is long overdue.A little bit of magic may be the answer!From Jessie DaSilva, the intuitive mindset coach dubbed the "Millennial Money Witch" by Forbes, comes new witchy and intuitive practices to help manifest real financial freedom. Using her three principles of magic, DaSilva combines business savvy techniques with real witchy practices to give a much need how-to-guide to making money! This magical book will teach you:What money really isHow to manifest money (and all things in life!) properlyMagical methods and spells to controlling and expanding your walletHow to budget like a witchThat most importantly, the first step to financial comfort is Peace!

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Some legacies are best abandoned...A legacy of loss.1600s: Hawaiian fishermen attempt to carve a life on a small island of rugged beauty. Mid-century, those who've survived the tsunamis and floods flee the place forever, dubbing it Kaumaha-Misery Island.A legacy of lies.1847: King Kamehameha chuckles at his good fortune when he rids himself of Kaumaha in a sale to Reverend Amyas Lathrop of Massachusetts, who is looking for a fresh start for his congregation. But faith is stretched to its limits when a mysterious illness devastates the island year after year...A legacy of bones.Present day: Ogden Lathrop hates Kaumaha, and his apathy has ruined all that his ancestors built. He is beyond thrilled when he closes a deal to sell the crumbling tax liability to a local developer for twenty million dollars-villagers and family be damned.But the Lathrop women feel differently. Family matriarch Eleanor seeks a fair solution for all involved, while her strong-willed granddaughter, Lani, born of two cultures, vows she will protect the island and its people to the last. When violence erupts, more than one casualty is found amidst the rubble, and the family grapples with the sins of both present and past generations. Now they must choose the legacy they'll leave behind. Can an island named Misery ever hope for a better future?

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How can an animal even be this d*mn cute?This adorable gift book is the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life. Packed with sweary captions and fun f*cking facts, this laugh out loud package will help you get out all that so-cute-I-can't-handle-it aggression! Get ready to tell adorable hedgehogs to take a f*cking hike and snoozing sloths to stop that cute sh*t already!

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A paranormal Dumplin' for adults, When Life Gives You Vampires is part a journey of body positivity, part a story about learning how to accept love at face value, and part a hysterical romcom told through a paranormal lens.Twenty-five year old Lily Baines is used to waking up hungover, overweight, and underemployed. Waking up with fangs? Not so much. But when it turns out a little light necking has more serious consequences than she ever imagined, Lily's determined to get to the bottom of it.Tristan hadn't meant to turn Lily-it's against vampire law-but now that she's here, they need to team up to save their hides. They strike a truce, fending off other vampires, Lily's work-rival-turned-slayer, and her mother's tone-deaf romance and fitness advice-all while Lily faces down her insecurities about the fact that she lives in a diet-obsessed world with a body that will never age, never die, and never change. Can she learn to love the (plus size) woman she'll be forever more?

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There is one proven method for happier kids, more involved dads, and less stressed-out moms after divorce50/50 custodyIt''s hard for everyone when parents split upbut the end of living together doesn''t need to mean the end of a functional family. Part of the reason divorces are so traumatic for the kids involved is because of our child custody system, which truly sets everyone up for failure. Throughout the country, the default arrangement is for Mom to get majority time with the kids (and most of the responsibility of caring for them), for Dad to become an occasional visitor (and perhaps saddled with massive child support payments), and for the kids to lose the stability, structure and confidence of knowing they have two equally committed, loving parents. But it doesn''t have to be this way!In The 50/50 Solution, creator of the Wealthy Single Mommy community Emma Johnson showcases the robust research proving that, in the vast majority of cases,

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THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!"A powerful portrait of the courageous women who fought against ignorance, misogyny, and racial prejudice." -William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of This Tender Land and Lightning StrikeThe new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek!Bestselling historical fiction author Kim Michele Richardson is back with the perfect book club read following Honey Lovett, the daughter of the beloved Troublesome book woman, who must fight for her own independence with the help of the women who guide her and the books that set her free.In the ruggedness of the beautiful Kentucky mountains, Honey Lovett has always known that the old ways can make a hard life harder. As the daughter of the famed blue-skinned, Troublesome Creek packhorse librarian, Honey and her family have been hiding from the law all her life. But when her mother and father are imprisoned, Honey realizes she must fight to stay free, or risk being sent away for good.Picking up her mother's old packhorse library route, Honey begins to deliver books to the remote hollers of Appalachia. Honey is looking to prove that she doesn't need anyone telling her how to survive. But the route can be treacherous, and some folks aren't as keen to let a woman pave her own way.If Honey wants to bring the freedom books provide to the families who need it most, she's going to have to fight for her place, and along the way, learn that the extraordinary women who run the hills and hollers can make all the difference in the world.

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For fans of ATOMIC CITY GIRLS and THE SECRETS WE KEPT, a fascinating debut historical novel of one of the most closely held secrets of World War II and a woman caught up in it when she follows her missing sister to the mysterious city of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.Lillian Kaufman hasn't heard from her twin sister since Eleanor left for a mysterious job at an Army base somewhere in Tennessee. When she learns, on an unexpected phone call, that Eleanor is missing, Lillian takes a train from New York down to Oak Ridge to clear up the matter. It turns out that the only way into Oak Ridge is to assume Eleanor's identity, which Lillian plans to do swiftly and perfectly. But Eleanor has vanished without a trace-and she's not the only one. And how do you find someone in a town so dangerous it doesn't officially exist, when technically you don't exist either?Lillian is thrust into the epicenter of the gravest scientific undertaking of all time, with no idea who she can trust. And the more she pretends to be Eleanor, the more she loses her grip on herself.

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A captivating novel of a Berlin girl on the run from the guilt of her past and the boy from Brooklyn who loves her 1955 in New York City: the city of instant coffee, bagels at Katz's Deli, new-fangled TVs. But in the Perlman's walk-up in Chelsea, the past is as close as the present. Rachel came to Manhattan in a wave of displaced Jews who managed to survive the horrors of war. Her Uncle Fritz fleeing with her, Rachel hoped to find freedom from her pain in New York and in the arms of her new American husband, Aaron. But this child of Berlin and daughter of an artist cannot seem to outrun her guilt in the role of American housewife, not until she can shed the ghosts of her past. And when Uncle Fritz discovers, in a dreary midtown pawn shop, the most shocking portrait that her mother had ever painted, Rachel's memories begin to terrorize her, forcing her to face the choices she made to stay alive—choices that might be her undoing. From the cafes of war-torn Germany to the frantic drumbeat of 1950's Manhattan, SHADOWS OF BERLIN dramatically explores survival, redemption and the way we learn to love and forgive across impossible divides.

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How far would you go to save your home? When Sybaline's enchanted valley in the Appalachian mountains is about to be flooded, she decides to stay. But will Sybaline's magic be powerful enough to stop the flood from destroying everything she loves?A Wilder Magic is the perfect…fantasy book for girls 9-12middle school chapter book for fans of the supernaturaltween book for girls age 9-12preteen gift for girlsFor generations, Sybaline Shaw's family has lived in an enchanted valley in the Appalachian Mountains, using their magic to help grow the land. But now the government has built a dam that will force the Shaws to relocate, and they're running out of time before their home will be flooded.Sybaline and her cousin Nettle can't imagine life without the valley and its magic, so they decide to stay. Using magic, they build an invisible wall around their home. As the water rises, they learn a terrible truth: the water will continue to rise, leaving them to live beneath the lake itself.There is also a consequence to using magic selfishly, one that might transform both her and Nettle forever. If she can't find a way to escape, Sybaline and the ones she loves could be trapped in the valley forever.Praise for The Wolf of Cape Fen:"A stunning seaside fairy tale that will absorb readers until the very end."—Booklist"A mesmerizing piece of magical realism packed with mystery, suspense, and, most important, love."—School Library Journal"Intriguing mystery… Laced with dreams, this perplexing fantasy rewards persistent readers."—Kirkus Reviews"Softly spangled black and white chapter title illustrations preface brief dream interludes belonging to other Fenians, emphasizing that the whole community is bound up in the baron's magic and helping to harmonize the novel's contrasting moods of coastal-town hominess and stark unease."—BCCB

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This empathetic and inclusive picture book empowers kids to love themselves and their identities, stand up to hate, and have each others' backs no matter what. When I say something is unfair to me, but it's fair for you, what does that make it? When I meditate, it all gets clear. And if you listen, you will really hear.I am not alone. I am enough. It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice. But always remember: you are not alone! Based on the Grammy award nominated hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers' empowering song, "Not Alone," this uplifting picture book reminds kids that they always belong. Encouraging words invite readers to love their beautiful selves, celebrate their identities, and use their voices against hate, You Are Not Alone asks us to step up for each other and have each others' backs, no matter what.

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Bestselling author Joanne Kennedy brings passion, humor, and heat to small town Wyoming cowboys:Tantalizing opposites attract romanceA wayward rodeo cowboy returned home to lend a muscled handA city girl artist turned wanderer with big dreams A ranch that needs saving, and a team that will stop at nothing to keep it runningThis rough and rugged cowboy is giving her some new inspiration...Mack might be able to ride a wild stallion to a standstill, but when his mom asks him to help manage the family ranch, he can't say no. It's strange to be back home, but he's much more familiar with this down-home life than his new guest is. Cat Crandall gave up her advertising job in New York to follow her love for art. Cat and Mack are complete opposites...but when the ranch is threatened financially, can they set aside their differences and work together?Praise for Joanne Kennedy's cowboy romances:"Full of heart and passion." -JODI THOMAS, New York Times bestselling author, for Cowboy Fever"HOT, HOT, HOT...with more twists and turns than a buckin' bull!" -CAROLYN BROWN, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, for Cowboy Fever

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In times of dramatic change, burn out, fear, and stress—the idea of coming into each day with energy, let alone positivity, seems impossible. However, Adam Markel has the tools to make it so. What Adam discovered through his work with individuals and teams, is that choosing to love and be grateful for one's life is critical to staying resilient in business and life.The I LOVE MY LIFE CHALLENGE is an active challenge against yourself, to make changes for the better and push beyond the day to day struggles. In addition to stories and prompts for promising change, this work includes simple, repeatable 10-second actions that readers can use personally and professionally to center themselves in the face of change.

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A Southern story of friendship forged by books and bees, when the timeless troubles of growing up meet the murky shadows of World War II.Deep in the tobacco land of North Carolina, nothing's been the same since the boys shipped off to war and worry took their place. Thirteen-year-old Lucy Brown is precocious and itching for adventure. Then Allie Bert Tucker wanders into town, an outcast with a puzzling past, and Lucy figures the two of them can solve any curious crime they find—just like her hero, Nancy Drew.Their chance comes when a man goes missing, a woman stops speaking, and an eccentric gives the girls a mystery to solve that takes them beyond the ordinary. Their quiet town, seasoned with honeybees and sweet tea, becomes home to a Nazi prisoner-of-war camp. More men go missing. And together, the girls embark on a journey to discover if we ever really know who the enemy is.Lush with Southern atmosphere, All The Little Hopes is the story of two girls growing up as war creeps closer, blurring the difference between what's right, what's wrong, and what we know to be true.

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The grossest, goofiest, gut-busting game book ever!Battle your friends and family in a wacky game too silly for real life and get ready to laugh out loud! In this epic gross championship, read aloud hundreds of the funniest and most disgusting questions and earn points deciding which hilariously nasty scenarios you would rather choose. It's the perfect game book for endless hours of fun for kids age 8 to 12 and kids at heart! Are YOU ready for The Ultimate Gross Challenge?Bringing lots of non-stop giggles, this gross humor book for kids is perfect for:Gifts for boys and girls: A laugh-out-loud gift for birthdays, holiday stocking stuffers, Easter baskets, and moreScreen-free time: Non-stop entertainment for family game nights, parties, road trips, and sleepoversReluctant young readers: Funny content engages the imaginations of reluctant and beginner readers, helping them gain confidence and build vocabulary and reading comprehensionCould you drink a glass of water from a dirty fish tank, or would you lick the liquid leaking from a garbage can?Could you sleep on a pillow made of eyeballs, or would you snuggle up in a blanket full of fish guts?Could you eat baby snakes as pasta, or would you eat dish sponges as sandwich bread

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Everyone has sibling struggles, even YouTube superstars...Even with millions of followers, YouTube sensation Mia Fizz is a normal kid at heart. So when she and her BFF Briony make plans to attend the big dance at the local community center, Mia is thrilled-and her crush Finn agreeing to be her date just sweetens the deal! But things take a turn when Mia's younger sister, Sienna, insists on helping create her dance-ready look, accidentally leaving Mia looking worse than she could have imagined!Mia's so embarrassed that she wants to skip the dance entirely, but doing that would mean disappointing Briony AND missing out on fun night with Finn! Can she find a way to forgive Sienna and embrace her new look before the dance?

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Pardon the f*cking French with this f*cking planner!Voila! It's a motivational swear planner! Filled with irreverent swears, tons of funny adult planner stickers, and all things French, this 2022 purse-size engagement calendar will help you keep track of all your important appointments and events, tackle your damn goals, and breathe out the bullsh*t… because that's f*cking life! Get sh*t done this year with this humorous organizer or give as the perfect inspirational Paris gift for French lovers or for the women in your life!17-MONTH WEEKLY PLANNER (AUGUST 2021 - DECEMBER 2022)Features:Four planner sticker sheets with over 350 empowering and practical swear word journal stickers for adults6" x 8" planner with durable hardcover and double spiral wire-o binding for easy, lay-flat writingElastic band closureEnvironmentally responsible, FSC certified and smudge-free paperMonthly and weekly spreads with ample writing space and "tres important sh*t" listsBold and beautifully designed pages with badass affirmations and sarcastic swearsNotes pagesMonthly goals pagesHolidays and observancesYear at a glance

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"The first shake shop mystery delivers all the delectable ingredients cozy mystery fans crave. This terrific series debut is certain to tempt the reading palates of fans of Cleo Coyle, Sarah Graves, and the much-missed Diane Mott Davidson."—Library Journal, STARRED ReviewThe first in new dessert cozy mystery series! A murder in town is bound to shake things up...After her divorce from her thrice-married embezzler husband, Trinidad Jones is finally ready for a fresh start. So when she's left one of ex's businesses in Upper Sprocket, Oregon, she decides to pack up her dog, cash in her settlement, and open her dream business: the Shimmy and Shake Shop, introducing the world to her monster milkshakes. And even with a couple sticky situations underway, namely that the other two ex-wives also call Sprocket home, Trinidad's life seems to be churning along smoothly.That is, until she discovers her neighbor, the Popcorn King, head down in his giant popcorn kettle. When one of Trinidad's fellow ex-wives is accused of the murder and Upper Sprocket descends into mayhem, it's going to take a supersized scoop of courage to flush out the killer.Praise for Pint of No Return, Book 1 of the Shake Shop Mysteries:"Murder offers the heroine a surprisingly fresh start in this charming series kickoff"—Kirkus Reviews"A delicious charmer featuring a triple scoop of murder "—Library Journal

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A hopeful single mom moves to the Houston suburbs to start anew, only to find a new adversary in the HOA.Amelia Marsh relocates with her two young kids to a northern suburb of Houston after a brutal divorce. All she wants is a bit of normalcy for her children. The last thing she needs is to be the center of a disagreement with the HOA representative. Believe it or not, her children's garden gnome is accused of violating the association's rules. No way is Amelia backing down on this one. Gnomegate? Really? HOA President Kyle Sanders would be a good friend—or even something more—if Amelia wasn't gearing up for battle with the HOA in her determination to make her house a home and her neighborhood a community…"An excellent read and a surefire hit for those looking to beat the heat this summer." —Library Journal

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