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In this heartwarming graphic novel romance from the adaptor and illustrator of The Handmaid’s Tale: The Graphic Novel, two young artists'' paths intertwine as they navigate the complexities of love in a world where sea levels have risen and society is sharply divided.Paolo lives in the Flats, a dangerous, water-logged community where families survive by salvaging materials from skyscrapers hidden just beneath the ocean’s surface—remnants of a world before sea levels rose. Scavenging the depths comes with its risks, but when Paolo discovers a suitcase of designer clothes, he decides to fulfill his dream: To spend one night in the Uplands, a place of privilege, excess, and freedom. There he meets Jules and her friends, and what begins as a single night of reckless adventure turns into a secret double life—and a seemingly impossible romance that forces Paolo to reckon with who he is, where he belongs, and the importance of being true to himself.Rendered in vibrant watercolor illustrations that bring every scene to vivid life, Salvage is as much a visual masterpiece as it is a moving tale of love and self-discovery. Renée Nault’s atmospheric and luminous hand-painted art draws readers into Paolo and Jules’ world, promising an unforgettable coming of age story.

The newfound and fragile peace between the orcs and the dwarves is tested in this first installment of the Transitions TrilogyThe end of winter is near, and it seems the uneasy peace between the dwarves of Mithral Hall and the orcs of the newly established Kingdom of Many-Arrows will not last long. The orc tribes united under Obould are splintering, with some seeking to establish an alliance with a clan of half ogres-half orcs. Drizzt, too, feels himself torn apart, unsure which of the Companions needs him most: Catti-brie who is recovering from a serious injury or Wulfgar as he mourns the death of his wife. Together, Wulfgar and Catti-brie leave Mithral Hall for Silverymoon, hoping to find a trail that leads to Wulfgar’s lost adopted daughter. Meanwhile, Bruenor begins his own desperate search. Determined to end the war that nearly cost him his life and everything he has built, he will stop at nothing until he finds the ancient dwarven city of Gauntlgrym.But to truly end the war, drastic changes must be made. Powerful individuals on both sides may have to alter the way they see each other—and perhaps even talk to one another—for it will take more than swords and axes to bring a lasting peace to the Spine of the World.The Orc King is the first book in the Transitions series and the twentieth installment in the Legend of Drizzt series.

For Henry, lockdown drills can be scary. Staying quiet and still is tough, but with the support of his teacher, he?s able to stay calm. This reassuring story explores the complex emotions surrounding school lockdown drills and includes helpful resources from a school psychologist and safety expert.I wish today was like every other day.But it isn?t.Today my stomach is twisted in the middlelike a bunch of tissue paper butterflies.During his school''s lockdown drill, Henry tries to make himself as small, and still, and quiet as possible, but even though he knows it''s just a drill and it''s not real, he still doesn''t like it. And even when the drill is over, it doesn''t feel over for him. Luckily, Henry''s teacher is there to offer guidance and reassurance. Together, they practice breathing exercises and focus on what Henry can smell right now to help anchor him in the present. And, most importantly, they talk about his feelings until he feels safe?until the tissue paper butterflies in his stomach untwist and fly away. With poetic prose and gentle artwork, this accessible picture book serves as an ideal starting point for discussions about lockdown drills and includes helpful resources for parents and teachers, such as discussion questions, a mindfulness exercise guide, and best practices for reducing the potential for trauma when conducting lockdown drills.

During World War II, a 1,100-man unit known as the Ghost Army was sent to Europe with an important mission: mislead Hitler’s forces as to the size and location of Allied troops so that those troops would have time to carry out urgent plans of their own. This unit of artists, musicians, actors, architects, set designers, and engineers came together to construct “shadow soldiers” and put on a traveling show of deception for over twenty different campaigns throughout the war, using everything from fake radio transmissions to inflatable tanks to convince the enemy of their presence.

A bold Christian voice challenges progressives to confront the one racial disparity they have ignored for decades: the breakdown of the black family.Today, 70 percent of black children are born to unmarried parents and close to half grow up without a father at home. Both figures are significantly higher than the national average. Yet progressives–especially black leaders in the church, politics, academia, and the media–are silent. In The Vanishing Black Family, Delano Squires confronts racial justice advocates with the question they can no longer avoid: how can you dismiss the collapse of marriage and decline in two-parent homes that is widening the gaps in income, education, and incarceration you claim to care about?  Deeply researched and unafraid to tell hard truths, this book traces black family life from American chattel slavery to the present. Its most uncomfortable revelation is that most black children are no longer born to — and raised by — married parents because of welfare policies and feminist activism in the 1960s.  But Squires is not content to complain about the problem. He calls for a new civil rights movement led by black pastors, HBCUs, and other key institutions to ensure more children grow up in a loving home with a married mother and father. Anticipating inevitable challenges, he prepares marriage advocates for opposition from progressives who reject family revival for ideological reasons. Equal parts cultural critique and call to action, The Vanishing Black Family promises to be the most consequential book on race in recent memory.

The laugh-out-loud, spot-on comic collection that every nursing mum (and supportive dad!) needs—the perfect funny new mum gift! With over 100 witty cartoons, The Breast is Yet to Come transforms the chaos of breastfeeding into comedy gold. From the mechanics of nursing to pop culture parodies, it’s a refreshing, relatable take on the ups and downs of feeding a baby. Featuring diverse illustrations, The Breast is Yet to Come puts a playful spin on everything from Shakespeare to Picasso, Newton to da Vinci. Lady Macbeth scrubs at stubborn breastmilk stains ('Out, damn’d spot!'), the Vitruvian Woman nurses her baby in a hilarious twist on da Vinci’s classic, and Goldilocks eavesdrops as three baby bears debate nipples that are too soft, too hard, and just right. Breastfeeding is incredible—but it’s also messy, exhausting, and sometimes downright absurd. A good laugh is the best remedy for sleep deprivation, and The Breast is Yet to Come delivers. Perfect for new parents, baby shower gifts, and anyone who’s been there, this book is a reminder that no one’s alone in the wild ride of parenthood.

This striking graphic edition adapts the first half of the New York Times bestselling The British Are Coming, the opening volume in Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson’s extraordinary trilogy about the American RevolutionFrom the battles at Lexington and Concord in the spring of 1775 through the Siege of Boston in 1776, American militiamen and the newly created Continental Army take on the world’s most formidable adversary: the British Empire. The gripping saga is alive with astonishing characters: Henry Knox, the former bookseller with an uncanny understanding of artillery; Nathanael Greene, the blue-eyed bumpkin who becomes a brilliant battle captain; Benjamin Franklin, the self-made man who proves to be the wiliest of diplomats; and George Washington, the commander in chief who learns the difficult art of leadership when the war seems all but lost. The story is also told from the British perspective, making the mortal conflict between redcoats and rebels all the more compelling. Full of riveting details and iconic stories, The British Are Coming is a tale of heroes and knaves, of sacrifice and blunder, of redemption and profound suffering. Expertly rendered in gripping graphic novel-style artwork, the battle for our nation''s independence is brought to life like never before. Discover the first act of America’s creation in this vividly illustrated graphic history.

Regulate your emotions, find safety in relationships, and live the fullest version of your life.Your trauma is not your fault. But managing its symptoms is something within your control. Complex PTSD (cPTSD) refers to the aftermath of ongoing or repeated trauma—often relational—that impacts a person’s life. Self-Directed Complex PTSD Exercises for Women is a compassionate, self-guided workbook that offers trauma-informed tools for being able to safely inhabit your body, reengage in relationships, and step into a full-color version of your life. Drawing from psychological training, holistic research, and direct clinical experience, it includes practices for nervous system regulation, mind-body integration, and self-understanding. Here, you’ll find:50+ self-led exercises inspired by proven trauma-informed modalities—somatic practices, EMDR, IFS, DBT, attachment-based, and narrative therapy—to help you reconnect with your body, emotions, and inner wisdom.Fast-working tools to move beyond fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown—helping you find stability, safety, and joy in everyday life.A practical road map to identify your values, nurture self-compassion, and align with the truest version of yourself.Compassionate guidance from holistic psychotherapist Debbie Missud, LMHC-D, who specializes in complex PTSD support for women, bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and everyday healing.Created by and for women, this book is for those seeking peace, connection, and trust from the inside out. Feeling better—grounded, whole, and free—is possible. And the fact you are here means it is within reach.

Caught between a relentless tech job, her adoring fiancé, and an unexpected new flame, Mei must learn what it means to choose herself.When Mei Li runs into Alexandre Brodeur at a family function, there’s no denying their chemistry. It turns out Alexandre, whose brother is married to Mei’s younger sister, is back in New York rebuilding his life after two decades toiling away in academic research. Somehow, Alexandre’s different from the young scientist Mei met years ago. His intelligent eyes and quiet air of mystery have a magnetic effect, drawing her in like never before.But Mei’s carefully constructed life has no room for Alexandre. She’s engaged to Joey, a fellow Queens native who keeps her grounded as she pulls eighty-hour weeks at Livin, the tech world’s hottest startup. After a childhood marked by financial and emotional turmoil, Mei finally has the stability she’s always craved. In Mei’s brief moments away from her crushing workload, Alexandre is an uncomfortably enticing presence. It doesn’t take long for their thoughtful conversations and his electric gaze to get under her skin, leaving Mei to wonder what she really wants in work, life, and love.With her wedding date fast approaching, Mei has to make an impossible choice between two very different men. And after she does, she still must figure out what it truly means to have it all.

Quiet, introverted Hadley and rough-around-the-edges Willow have one big main thing in common: both their mums have gained a huge online following sharing every detail of their lives. Hadley’s mum - Phoebe of @PhoebeAndJay fame - loves to share all the terrible, down and dirty bits about raising kids while Willow’s mum Rosalind at the up-and-coming @MoonbeamsAndMarigold basks in the glow of motherhood. If getting all her life's moments (including an almost decade old viral potty training video) shared online isn't enough, Hadley’s starting a new school in a new neighbourhood and desperately trying to keep her mum’s identity a secret while Willow is struggling with a recent life-changing announcement from her mum who, it turns out, is not getting out of the influencer world anytime soon. As the two girls build a friendship and share the pains of having mumfluencers, they come up against the same question - how long will they have to share their lives with everyone?

Caregiving flows through a little girl’s family in so many ways, like a river connecting them all. Her grandfather cares for her by picking her up from school with a snack and a smile, and she cares for him by keeping him company at his doctors’ appointments with a snack and a smile. Her mother helps her grandmother get ready for the day, just as her grandmother once helped her mother. And when the relatives send packages to each other, their caring makes them feel closer. Through occasions big and small, it’s a comfort to know this river of love is ever-present, and her family will always be there for each other. Jocelyn Chung’s evocative text and Sarah Gonzales’ gorgeous pictures remind us that our family’s love is a gift to be treasured.

Let’s play! With pickleball sweeping the nation, your little one can be a part of it all. This sturdy board book that''s shaped like a paddle is perfect for the youngest player’s hands to hold and is sure to bring smiles.From zero-zero to match point to bedtime, this busy day at the court will inspire the next generation of pickleball players. Whether you are a novice or enthusiast, on the court or watching from the sidelines, this uniquely shaped board book will delight pickleball babies and toddlers with bright and cheerful illustrations along with sweet text.

Hey y’all! Give babies and toddlers a boot-stomping good time with this uniquely shaped board book that''s all about having fun, being yourself, and, of course, rocking a great pair of cowboy boots.Whether you or your little one is a fan of rodeos, country music, horseback riding, or fashion, this is the perfect gift book! This playful board book celebrates all the things you can do with your boots from sunup to sundown, until it’s time to rest your head. Dress your little cowpoke in overalls, grab a hat, and boot-scoot your way into this book!

Willa is head-over-hooves when she finds a secret note inviting her to Juniper Ranch - a sleepaway camp that’s all about horses. The camp promises trail rides, horseback swims, and “ghost” stories, plus tons of new horse-girl and (gasp!) horse-boy friends. Even better? Willa’s pals from Oakwood Riding Academy - including her sworn frenemy, Amara - are all coming along for the fun. But when Willa makes a dangerous mistake and a beloved steed goes missing, everyone at Juniper Ranch is suddenly a suspect. Wills isn’t sure who to trust (including herself) as she tries to figure out who’s behind the mysterious horse napping. And where they might be lurking. And just how she’ll save her “forever herd” before a frightening storm rolls into camp. Gulp!

Expand your spiritual practice with this stunningly illustrated 60-card oracle deck based on mythology from around the world.From the ancient Greek epic of the Iliad to widely told stories of the Japanese sun goddess Amaterasu, mythology has provided us with wisdom for generations upon generations. In Oracle of the Divine, Yoshi Yoshitani brings the most enduring legends from around the world to vibrant life through illustrations that are modern and dynamic in style, yet grounded in thorough research. This deck will deepen your spiritual practice by providing insight from a diverse range of stories including:The myth of Bida (Ghana)The Panji tales (Indonesia)The story of the Industrious Daughter Who Would Not Marry (the Cochiti people of New Mexico) The Epic of Gilgamesh (Iraq) And many more!Accompanied by a 72-page booklet that provides guidance on how to interpret each card, Oracle of the Divine looks to our rich past to help you find meaning in your present.

An acerbic, savagely funny illustrated guide to the pitfalls of dating, in medieval and modern times, by viral sensation Clarice Tudor.Hast thou ever been ghosted by a suitor? Courted a king only to find he was a jester? Suffered the malady known as “the ick”? If so, this tome is for thee. Inspired by artist Clarice Tudor’s viral illustrated post, “The Fart,” ''Tis Thee, Not Me is a fresh look at evergreen topics: love, dating, and relationships, illustrated in a medieval, intricately decorated style.As wise as they are witty, the comics in ''Tis Thee, Not Me tackle:Dating horror stories such as: “The Fart That Ended Mine Own Situationship” and “The Merkin” Relationship advice that ranges from fairly good to truly terrible "(The Dos and Don’ts of Revenge" and "The 8 Stages of E-Stalking Your Ex’s Ex")A retelling of Rapunzel, featuring the array of suitors one would face todayAnd moreHilarious and relatable to all singletons of the realm, this medieval guide to modern dating is sure to turn thine frown upsidedown.