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Acclaimed author-artist Victoria Tentler-Krylov highlights cities that are fighting climate change around the world in this gorgeously illustrated picture book about sustainability and green building As people, animals, and even plants all over the world face environmental changes—rising sea levels, droughts, frequent and intense hurricanes and floods, and more—our cities must adapt. We hear the terms “greenhouse effect” and “global warming,” but what do they mean? And can cities be rethought to not only fight climate change but to become more sustainable and meet the varying needs of their populations? From the living roofs of Singapore to the Netherlands' floating parks made of recycled trash, and innovative environmental efforts like transforming the Chicago River and saving the sinking city of Venice, many cities around the world have been incorporating new ways to fight these issues head-on. In Our Cities Depend on Us, author-illustrator and architect Victoria Tentler-Krylov shows young readers how cities around the world are taking action and how we must reimagine our urban areas to protect their history and more importantly provide them and us a future.

It's the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, and Lionel Messi-one of the greatest players to ever take the field-is one match away from victory. Despite his many awards and accolades, Messi has never been able to add a World Cup trophy to his collection. If Argentina wins, this would be a historic moment not just for the country, but for the entire legacy of soccer on the international stage. Travel back in time to learn how the World Cup began and see the incredible players-from Maradona to Mbappe´-who built it into the global phenomenon we know today. This exciting new graphic novel series offers a portal to the past, putting young readers in the middle of the most epic moments in sports history.

Clothes to Make You Smile is a picture book biography about Patrick Kelly, one of fashion’s most influential Black designers, joyously told by fashion expert and educator Eric Darnell Pritchard and beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Shannon Wright. Patrick Kelly was one of the most influential fashion designers of the twentieth century, but growing up in Vicksburg, Mississippi, he didn’t see many boys who liked to sew. That didn’t stop him from sitting down at his grandma’s table and picking up a needle and thread. Patrick loved the way clothes could make someone feel their best, and he dreamed of creating designs full of joy and whimsy. Those dreams brought him to some of the biggest cities in the world, but when he got there, he was told that his clothes were too vibrant, too tacky, and too much! When the fashion world rejected his designs, Patrick just laughed and carried right on working. He created clothes for people like him, outsiders who didn’t grow up fitting in but weren’t afraid to stand out. He filled his designs with love, and when the world finally recognized his talent, they couldn’t help but smile.

A gorgeous insider’s look at Cornwall, the windswept, coastal home to some of the world’s most romantic villages and private houses, by the authors of At Home in the Cotswolds and English Country House Style Katy and Milo Campbell, with photographer Mark Nicholson, present a lush tour of an array of private Cornwall houses significant for their creative interiors, charming locations, history, and architecture, including a rare glimpse inside a holiday home owned by the Prince of Wales. The trio behind readers’ favorite At Home in the Cotswolds travel the Cornish countryside to uncover the charms of 16 inspirational dwellings, including a family home on the famously beautiful Boconnoc estate, a thatched cottage filled with Cornish antiques, the Carew-Pole family’s National Trust Georgian treasure, the traditional stone and slate fronted Frentafriddle farmhouse, and more. Set amid Cornwall’s romantic villages and along its windswept coast, each featured home was chosen for its architectural beauty, captivating interior, and unique style and era. A renowned travel destination, Cornwall has been home to poets and writers, royalty and rock stars, and is beloved worldwide as the setting for the Poldark novels. Its cottages, estates, coastline, and countryside attract more than 5 million visitors per year.

What’s That Colour is a fun rhyming Questioneers concept board book starring Aaron Slater, Illustrator all about colors from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Ada Twist, Scientist and Rosie Revere, Engineer Aaron has yellow. Rosie has red. Mix them together, it’s something new instead! Aaron Slater, Illustrator and his fellow Questioners star in their first ever board book all about the dazzling world of colours. What happens when you mix yellow and blue? What about blue and red? What if you mix all the colours together? Andrea Beaty and David Roberts—the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of the Questioneers series—are back with a delightfully rhyming and vibrantly illustrated board book, the first in a brand-new concepts series for preschoolers. Readers will join their favorite Questioneers as they explore numbers, shapes, and feelings in future board books.

A gorgeously designed journal with techniques for managing anxiety to help soothe daily worries and everyday stresses This full-color illustrated resource is derived from science-based self-care, teaching readers to identify and manage their triggers alongside journaling pages and monthly mood trackers. Own Your Calm is an indispensable guided journal for anyone navigating stress and anxiety, allowing readers to own their calm. Organized into thematic chapters such as Getting to Know Anxiety, Mind Over Matter, and Own Your Future Calm, with hardworking practical advice, thoughtful journaling prompts, proven Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, and accessible exercises, Own Your Calm is a must-have companion for anyone ready to tune out the noise of the world and tune back into themselves. It’s a soothing retreat—a space to reflect, recharge, and find peace in an ever-demanding world.

In ancient China, a lone swordsman risks everything to protect a child destined to change the world. True Grit meets The Last SamuraiSet in ancient China during the fall of a ruthless empire, bounty hunter Dao Ma breaks his code to protect a child and becomes the hunted. What begins as a routine escort mission turns into an epic fight for survival against assassins, warlords, and the forces of fate. Blades of the Guardians blends the intensity of True Grit, the heart of The Mandalorian, and the grand intrigue of Game of Thrones. A breathtaking martial-arts fantasy rooted in Chinese history, filled with brutal action, haunting beauty, and fierce compassion.

When a young witch apprentice loses her home and mentor to witch hunts, can she awaken her druid-like powers and flee to safety? Humankind and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli-esque fantasy manga, perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä, and Witch Hat Atelier!In a world devastated by humankind and forsaken by plants and animals, only witches have the power to communicate with nature. Hoping to reach the castle where Oak is being held, Pili disguises herself as a boy named Roble, eager to join the capital’s army. After a tough duel against the formidable Captain Rudbeckia, she proves her bravery and gains entry to the barracks! However, her superior isn’t easily fooled. . . . Indeed, the captain is also a woman, and she has guessed that Roble isn’t who he claims to be. . . . She promises not to betray her secret, as long as the recruit poses no threat to the city and its inhabitants. But another trial awaits young Pili—an expedition to hunt down her own kind! Soldier or witch . . . how will Pili be able to resolve this dilemma?

From the artist behind the hit A Quick and Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns, Archie Bongiovanni, an examination of the intersection of fame, identity, and sexuality in their latest audacious and genuine LGBTQIA+ graphic novel, Leo Rising Lesbian influencer. Lifelong Alaskan. Part-time owl researcher. Leo Rising follows self-proclaimed “celesbian” Laura on a hilarious and heart-wrenching exploration of queer spaces, sexuality, and fame. After years of struggling for acceptance, Laura knows exactly who she is—or does she? By day, Laura thrives as the Internet’s lesbian bestie, a role model for thousands of followers worldwide, while working part-time at the Alaska Bird Observatory. But when an old friend returns to town and introduces Laura to queer parties and sex apps she’s never experienced, she starts questioning her gender and sexuality simultaneously. Seeking answers, Laura creates Leo, a secret trans identity. As Leo’s encounters become more and more steamy, Laura’s divergent identities collapse with real-world consequences. Perfect for readers who loved the classic Dykes to Watch Out For, Genderqueer, and Bongiovanni’s debut graphic novel Mimosa, Leo Rising is a horny and hopelessly real comic about navigating queer space, both online and off, under the midnight sun.

An enemies-to-lovers romance about nemeses who are forced to share their school’s Queer Alliance presidency following a tie in the election, new from beloved author Ray Stoeve Sidney has one goal for their junior year. Well . . . two, if they’re being honest. Number one: become president of their school’s Queer Alliance club. And number two: keep their self-diagnosed anxiety in check so their grades don’t tank like they did last year. But when the election results in a tie with none other than Sidney’s arch nemesis, the class clown Forrest, the two are forced to share the presidency until a revote at the end of term. Sidney expects Forrest to be insufferable, but it turns out that working together is . . . kind of nice? As surprising feelings for Forrest emerge, Sidney’s techniques for managing their anxiety stop working. With the reelection approaching and assignments starting to pile up, will all this pressure be too much for Sidney to handle on their own?

The second omnibus in the era-defining manga phenomenon, in a gorgeous deluxe English-language edition. The source of multiple anime series, specials, films, live-action adaptations, and video games, City Hunter is beloved for its mix of action, comedy, and romance, and has sold over 50 million volumes worldwide. This English-language omnibus edition contains the first three volumes of the series, beautifully printed and packed with all of the original art, including a 4-page full-color insert. This omnibus will be a prize for a collector’s shelf.James Bond meets Lupin the Third! A stylish cocktail of hard-boiled action and raunchy comedy, manga classic City Hunter follows exceptional marksman and compassionate sleazeball Ryo Saeba as he sweeps corruption from the lavish 80s Tokyo nightlife, one evil at a time. Readers follow the City Hunter as he takes on underground odd jobs, ranging from serving as the bodyguard of a captivating madame to executing a vengeful assassination of a corrupt politician, navigating through quick-witted thrills and intense dramas. The City Hunter Ryo Saeba does the dirty work of cleaning up Tokyo’s nightlife with his heart of gold worn on his sleeve.

The second omnibus of the manga classic CAT'S EYE finally arrives in a gorgeous deluxe English-language omnibus edition. The work of superstar author Hojo Tsukasa has been adapted into anime, films, stage plays, and more. A new CAT'S EYE anime is currently being developed for streaming. This English-language omnibus edition contains the second three volumes of the series. Beautifully printed and packed with all of the original art, including a 16-page full-color insert and a 48-page 2-color insert, this edition is sure to be prized. Café owners by day, art thieves by night, the three sisters Rui, Ai, and Hitomi have high-risk lives outside of their day jobs. Hitomi especially needs to keep her secret under wraps, since she’s dating Toshio—the police officer assigned to catch the Cat’s Eye thief! Seeking the truth behind the disappearance of their world-famous artist father, Hitomi and her two sisters will do anything to get a scoop, including using Hitomi’s own boyfriend—and clueless police officer—Toshio. Will she be able to keep her secret life hidden, or will she lose her foothold in steadily escalating game of cat-and-mouse?

The official behind-the-scenes companion to the Disney+ Star Wars series The AcolyteThe Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte showcases the production art, character, and vehicle designs, planets, storyboards, and other breathtaking work created during the production of the Disney+ series. Set 100 years before The Phantom Menace, in the waning days of the High Republic, The Acolyte tells the story of a Jedi Master and their former Padawan as they investigate a sinister threat. Starring Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Carrie-Ann Moss, this series marked the first time the High Republic appeared in live action. Filled with interviews with key creatives from the series, this book offers a firsthand account of working within this new era.

In Village of Scoundrels, Newbery Honor recipient Margi Preus tells the incredible true story of a group of French teenagers who helped save refugees in WWIIBased on the true story of the French villagers in WWII who saved thousands of Jews, this novel tells how a group of young teenagers stood up for what is right. Among them is a young Jewish boy who learns to forge documents to save his mother and later goes on to save hundreds of lives with his forgery skills. There is also a girl who overcomes her fear to carry messages for the Resistance. And a boy who smuggles people into Switzerland. But there is always the threat that they will be caught: A policeman is sent to keep an eye on them, German soldiers reside in a local hotel, and eventually the Gestapo arrives, armed with guns and a list of names. As the knot tightens, the young people must race against time to bring their friends to safety.

Written by Kayla Cottingham​ and set in the world of Nickelodeon’s hit TV show Are You Afraid of the Dark?, this spine-chilling third installment in the original middle-grade horror series takes us to Lake Gory, a small town where a mysterious circus appears once a year, where a young girl looking to have some fun gets more than she bargained for Thirteen-year-old perfectionist Riley Beasley doesn’t have time for friends. She’s too busy making her Ivy League dreams a reality. Her only “friend,” Genevieve, is more of a persistent neighbor with an obsession for all things supernatural than actual confidante. But one night, Genevieve convinces Riley to sneak out and investigate the strange lights that have suddenly appeared in the surrounding woods. They follow the lights to find a magnificent circus in a clearing. Tickets cannot be purchased; guests must be invited and accept the invitation. Uncharacteristically, Riley finds herself immediately drawn to the carefree fun of the all-kids circus, where there are no adults to spoil the magic. She is particularly captivated by Miss Starr, the mysterious sixteen-year-old ringleader who always seems to be nearby. Genevieve is the first to point out the strange aspects of the circus, the troupe, and Miss Starr. Why do all the kids have a ghostly appearance? How is it that they can perform impossible feats without getting hurt? Why is Miss Starr so intent on convincing Riley to join her circus? And why does one of the troupe members look so familiar? Riley finds herself caught between Starr and her alluring circus and Genevieve’s attempts to convince her that something is wrong. Will Riley solve the mystery unfolding in the circus tent before the final curtain falls? Or will she runaway with the circus forever?

A comprehensive food-lover's guidebook to Mexico City from Eater, the online authority on where to eat and why it matters The Eater Guide to Mexico City is your go-to source for getting immersed in the city's vibrant dining culture. Offering context on how the local scene has been shaped by history, immigration, agriculture, and tradition, this guide offers vibrant, incomparable insight into the Mexican capital and its one-of-a-kind food destinations and personalities. Through a narrative lens, readers will explore the best restaurants, cafés, specialty shops, and more, and dig into key ingredients and food culture, learning from those who've shaped and defined how the city eats. This book includes: Guide to Mexico City essentials such as street food, a breakdown of key regional specialties, and the best sweets Ideas for great places to eat near key sites, which are often surrounded by underwhelming tourist traps Brief history of the Mexico City dining culture Plenty of maps that break down the must-visit spots and shopping destinations neighborhood by neighborhood Contributions from well-known Mexico City experts such as Gabriela Cámara, Enrique Olvera, and Pati Jinich Weekend trip itineraries to eating destinations outside the city, including Tepoztlán, Oaxaca, and Valle de Bravo Built on the unrivaled authority of Eater's networks of local writers and editors who live and breathe their hometown food scenes, this book is perfect for first-time visitors and experts alike who are hungry to explore the best the city has to offer based on the advice of in-the-know Mexico City locals.