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When two witches with a tangled history are forced to team up, it spells disaster in this steamy rom-com from USA Today bestselling author Avery Flynn.It?s the curse of every family?s heir to be the responsible one. My family being the most powerful family in all of Witchingdom doesn?t eliminate that fact, it only makes it worse?and that?s why I, Leona Amber Sherwood, never do the unexpected. Except for that one time I did.Believe me, I have rued the day that I got married in a midnight ceremony under a full moon to Erik Svensen, the heir to my family?s deepest, bitterest enemies, and now, he won?t agree to a divorce unless we return an ancient spell book to his family?s secured facility.But on our road trip to return the book, I learn more about Erik as we encounter trolls, nymphs, satyrs, and more. The longer we work together, the more I?m convinced that he might not be the evil trickster I assumed he was. Any more time together will leave me even more enchanted with my husband and that?s the last thing I want. And if I keep telling myself that, maybe I''ll start to believe it.

Political instability, poverty, climate change, and the insatiable appetite for cheap labour all fuel clandestine movement across borders. As those borders harden, the demand for smugglers who aid migrants across them increases every year. Yet the real lives and work of smugglers - or coyotes, or guides, as they are often known by the migrants who hire their services - are only ever reported on from a distance, using tired tropes and stereotypes, often depicted as boogie men and violent warlords. In an effort to better understand this essential yet extralegal billion dollar global industry, internationally recognised anthropologist and expert Jason De Leon embedded with a group of smugglers moving migrants across Mexico over the course of seven years. The result of this unique and extraordinary access is SOLDIERS AND KINGS: the first ever in-depth, character-driven look at human smuggling. It is a heart-wrenching and intimate narrative that revolves around the life and death of one coyote who falls in love and tries to leave smuggling behind. In a powerful, original voice, De Leon expertly chronicles the lives of low-level foot soldiers breaking into the smuggling game, and morally conflicted gang leaders who oversee rag-tag crews of guides and informants along the migrant trail. SOLDIERS AND KINGS is not only a ground-breaking up-close glimpse of a difficult-to-access world, it is a masterpiece of narrative nonfiction.

A book about the strength of a family''s love, especially during times of illness, by cancer survivor and president and CEO of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Paula Schneider.Did you know that our universe is constantly expanding? When we look up at the stars, they?re mixing and moving, flaring and fading. Just like you grow each and every day, change is all around us. I am changing, too.In a beautiful text that all families facing serious illness can relate to, a mother explains her own illness and changing body to her child. Offering comfort, guidance, and explanation, the mother reassures her daughter that no matter how life unfolds in the journey ahead, their love for one another will always stay strong.Lyrically written by Paula Schneider, a breast cancer survivor herself and CEO of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and gorgeously illustrated by Nicole Wong, whose family was also touched by cancer, this powerful story shows families that they are not alone.

Gwenna has always considered herself a normal person. A former servant, she wants nothing more than to land a steady job with the Royal Artifactual Guild so she can make some steady coin to send home to her mother. She''s not special. She''s certainly not a necromancer. That would be impossible, given how necromancing (or any ''mancing) is forbidden upon penalty of death. So if the dead keep talking to her? Well, she''s going to keep on ignoring them. They''re not going to stand in the way of her dreams. Also standing in her way? One big, arrogant, far-too-flirty Taurian named Raptor. They slept together once, and now he wants more... but she doesn''t have time for that. Her focus is on being a fledgling, a trainee for the Royal Artifactual Guild. But Raptor won''t go away. He''s on a secret mission for the guild to find an artifact thief. Problem is, he thinks the thief is Gwenna. How can she convince Raptor that he''s got the wrong girl when all the signs point to her? And how do you tell a Taurian you can''t date him because you hear dead people and it might cost you your life?

The fourth book in the humorous, heartfelt, highly illustrated series about a girl who doodles to cope with her anxiety, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sara Shepard. Now in paperback!When fifth grader Penny Lowry and her classmates get invited to go to New York City for a weekend hosted by Billy J. Plumberry, the famous author her school is named for, Penny finds a lot to worry about. After all, isn''t the city full of aggressive bike messengers ready to run kids over? And what if she gets stuck in an elevator for life? Not to mention all the pianos falling out of windows everywhere!On the other hand, what if it might actually be fun to explore an exciting new place with some of her best friends?When it soon becomes clear Billy J. Plumberry has a few surprises in store, can Penny find a way to face her fears?and her worries?in the biggest, bustling-est place she''s ever been?

Can a person catch on fire without any reasonable explanation? Find out all we know about spontaneous human combustion in this exciting new book!A fire that burns without an obvious source of ignition isn''t possible...right? In What Do We Know About Spontaneous Human Combustion?, curious young readers will explore all we know about this odd phenomenon, its history, and suggested theories and explanations. Can spontaneous human combustion be caused by something called ball lightning? Or can it be explained by something called the wick effect? From the infamous spontaneous combustion of Madame Nicole Millet in 1725 to the most recent case of spontaneous human combustion in 2020 in Estonia, scientists continue to search for a logical explanation. Ignite your curiosity with this exciting new book that covers the history, the science, and the mystery of SHC!

A picture book biography of the iconic photographer Imogen Cunningham by National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge.Imogen Cunningham loved to observe the world. She noticed the colors in the woods outside her house and how light and shadows moved between the trees. She tried to capture this beauty on paper with pencils, but something was missing. One day she read about a woman in Paris who earned a living as a photographer, and she knew she was meant to do the same. With the support of her loving father, she then began her journey to become one of the most important photographers in America.The life of iconic photographer Imogen Cunningham is brought vividly to life by National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge, who also happens to be Cunningham?s granddaughter. With stunning illustrations by Caldecott Honor winner Yuko Shimizu, Imogen captures the passion of the creative process with a unique and intimate perspective.

This specially priced box set of five paperbacks makes the perfect introduction to this New York Times bestselling series of hero biographies, for ages 5 to 9.One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, and it will inspire your child as well.In this set, readers will learn about the fascinating lives and important accomplishments of physicist Albert Einstein, abolitionist Harriet Tubman, disability rights advocate Helen Keller, explorer Sacagawea, and baseball player Jackie Robinson?all brave and groundbreaking heroes.Included in each book are:  A timeline of key events in the hero?s history Photos that bring the story more fully to life Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorableChildhood moments that influenced the heroes  Facts that make great conversation-starters A virtue these heroes embody

Join Mabel and her made-up elephant companion, Mr. E, as they navigate the joys and challenges of second grade in this charming young graphic novel where imagination and reality blend in an adventure of friendship and discovery!This heartwarming tale follows Mabel, a creative second grader who finds herself being followed by an imaginary elephant.As Mabel navigates the challenges of feeling left out and adjusting to a new class at school without her best friends, she encounters an unexpected companion?Mr. Elephant, or "Mr. E," who quickly becomes her secret confidant, joining her in handling the ups and downs of everyday life.Young readers will be captivated by the vibrant illustrations that bring Mabel''s inner world to life, complete with an elephant that''s a champion at hide-and-seek and has a passion for peanut butter.This graphic novel is an ode to the magic of childhood and the importance of friendship?both real and imagined. With a mix of fiction and nonfiction elements, readers will learn alongside Mabel about plant biology, the value of creativity, and the beauty of accepting oneself, quirks and all.

A dark young adult Western fantasy about a teen in a remote settlement full of monsters and secrets. Now in paperback!"In this eerie, blood-splashed Western, Lish McBride invokes a frontier that is harsh, cruel, and practical...A damned enjoyable novel." ?Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Three Dark CrownsFaolan Kelly?s grandfather is dead. She?s alone in the world and suddenly homeless, all because the local powers that be don?t think a young man of sixteen is mature enough to take over his grandfather?s homestead…and that?s with them thinking Faolan is a young man. If she revealed that her grandfather had been disguising her for years, they would marry her off at the first opportunity.        The mayor finds a solution that serves everyone but Faolan: He hires a gunslinger to ship her off to the Settlement, a remote fort where social outcasts live under the leadership of His Benevolence Gideon Dillard. It''s a place rife with mystery, kept afloat by suspicious wealth. Dillard''s absolute command over his staff just doesn''t seem right. And neither do the strange noises that keep Faolan up at night.        When Faolan finds the body of a Settlement boarder, mangled by something that can?t possibly be human, it?s clear something vicious is stalking the palisades. And as Settlement boarders continue to drop like flies, Faolan knows she must escape to evade the creature?s wrath.

This edition of Jan Brett''s Christmas classic now features access to music from the ballet performed by the Boston Pops!When Marie and her brother Fritz receive a special Christmas nutcracker from their uncle, Marie immediately feels something magical. "He looks like a real boy," she mused. "A real boy with a secret, who came from far away."This feeling is only the beginning of the epic adventure she goes on with the Nutcracker?into the cabinet, through the battle with the mice, and finally to the magical land of the Sugar Plum Fairy.Jan Brett makes this classic her own by setting it in snowy Russia and adding whimsical touches to the favorite elements of the traditional ballet. Enjoying this book will be an instant Christmas tradition for families who love the ballet and those new to the story.As perfect a gift as Jan Brett''s classics The Mitten and The Night Before Christmas.

Its been nearly three decades since Drew Barrymore''s iconic scream first pierced through the night, popcorn burning abandoned on the stove, blood soaking her beige sweater and blonde bob, but Scream is as popular today as ever before. In Your Favorite Scary Movie, journalist Ashley Cullins examines the history and making of the Scream films with behind-the-scenes insight from the movies'' cast and creators (including gleeful descriptions of the backstage summer camp-like atmosphere, and producers threatening to pull the film''s funding because early footage wasn''t scary... at all) and sharp analysis on how the movies'' special blend of gruesome violence and humorous self-awareness completely rewrote the horror movie playbook. Perfect for fans of Scream, horror movies, and general film buffs, this is the story of how a little movie about a ghost-faced killer terrorizing highschoolers overcame countless obstacles to become a historic success that still has audiences screaming over twenty-five years later.

Jack Watson doesn''t want anything to do with the dating scene in Painted Barrel, Wyoming, but when his sister-in-law tricks him into joining a bachelor auction, Jack can''t say no to a charity event. He''s not totally heartless. And if all the winner wants is an extra ranch hand for a few days, he can do that. Of course, Jack changes his mind as soon as he meets the winner, shy Layla Schmidt. As the local accountant, Layla isn''t used to being noticed by men. She''s sure not the type to bid on a bachelor. But when she shows up at the auction, no one makes an offer for the gruff cowboy. Layla feels bad for Jack and decides he can come help her fix up her house. It''s for a good cause after all. But as Layla and Jack spend time together, Jack realizes that not only can he help around the ranch, but he can also help fix her lonely heart.

The Haunted Library meets Casper the Friendly Ghost in this faboolous second book of a highly illustrated chapter book series about friendship and belonging?perfect for early, emerging, and reluctant readers.It?s summertime in Smithville, and camping in the great outdoors with his BFF Tate is Ghostie?s idea of a dream come true. But when their summer camp counselor gathers everyone around the campfire for scary ghost stories, he makes everybody?including Tate?afraid of GHOSTS!  To make matters worse, Ghostie?s parents get called on to run the camp after the counselor catches the flu.Ghostie?s dream come true has suddenly become a nightmare. Is his friendship with Tate over? And how will two ghosts run a camp full of kids who are terrified of them?With charming full-color art throughout, this second book in the Only Ghost chapter book series highlights that the only way to find true belonging is to accept ourselves and celebrate the differences that we see in each other.

Kat Holloway knows that her beau and confidante Daniel McAdam has a talent for dangerous work as a Scotland Yard agent. At long last though, Daniel''s cold-hearted boss has promised that after a final mission, his debt will be repaid, and he''ll finally be free. However, Daniel must risk his life one last time, masquerading as a secretary to an elderly viscount who could be the mastermind behind the recent plots against the Queen and her government. Using her contacts throughout London, Kat discovers several of her friends and colleagues have been victims of vicious blackmail. They''ll do anything to protect their scandalous secrets, even conform to the blackmailer''s political agenda. If Kat and Daniel wish to save each other and the Crown, they must prove the blackmailer''s identity and evade those who will stop at nothing to eliminate them.

Winter 1952. Penelope Fitzgerald''s husband is a struggling alcoholic, their literary journal is on the brink, and she is pregnant with their third child. When she receives a letter from two elderly sisters named Delaney, distant relations with a silver mine, who dangle the possibility of an inheritance, she recognizes it as a creative and practical lifeline. Jessica Francis Kane''s brilliantly imagined Fonseca fictionalizes Penelope''s real and momentous trip to northern Mexico in pursuit of this legacy. She leaves her two-year-old, Tina, with relatives and sails for New York with her six-year-old, Valpy, in tow. From there, mother and son take a bus all the way to... Fonseca. But when they arrive, nothing goes to plan. There are others vying for the Delaney money, and for three months, from Day of the Dead to Candlemas, Penelope must navigate a quixotic household and guide her impressionable son. More and more people frequent the house: an ambitious American couple, various local entrepreneurs and artists (including Edward Hopper and his wife, Jo), and finally a handsome stranger who claims he is a Delaney. With heart, humour, and a deep understanding of her subject that has characterized the range of her work her whole career, Kane (whose work ''could have been written by Jane Austen''s great great-great-granddaughter'' - Oprah Daily) has written much more than an homage: Fonseca is an enthralling world of its own as well as a stunning fictionalization of a season in Fitzgerald''s life.