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A groundbreaking account of how the Roman Empire shaped the life and death of Jesus, overturning centuries of historical beliefs around the world?from the New York Times bestselling author of The First Clash.?Skillfully guides readers on a journey through the complexity and tumult of the Roman occupation of first-century Judea and its inevitable collision with the Jesus Movement.??Dr. T. J. Wray, professor of religious and theological studies and author of Good Girls, Bad Girls of the New Testament: Their Enduring LessonsIn late 31 AD, after the Roman senators murdered Lucius Sejanus, the Roman Emperor Tiberius''s closest confidant, the Empire was forever changed. If Sejanus had not been murdered, Jesus would never have been crucified.This profound connection between the lives of Sejanus and Jesus is the first of many revelations in this startling reexamination of the Roman world in which Jesus walked. With new evidence and meticulous research, Dr. James Lacey weaves a majestic and accurate description of who Jesus was.The Year God Died contradicts longstanding historical beliefs to reveal the most comprehensive and accurate view of the New Testament. Lacey explains how the events in Rome drove events in Judea?which is directly linked to Jesus'' crucifixion. He uncovers a vibrant and rich world, but one still coming to grips with the reality of Roman power. He introduces ten-year-old Boadicea, who is destined to lead Britain?s tribes in a great revolt against Rome. He depicts Varus marching his legions past a four-year-old Jesus on his war to Jerusalem. And he describes how Herod prospered by appeasing some of the most dangerous people in history?Pompey, Julius Caesar, Mark Anthony, Cleopatra, and Augustus.In this sweeping chronicle, Lacey dissects reams of misinformation to reveal, for the first time, Jesus, as he was born and lived within the grand spectacle of the Roman world.

Perfect for fans of What Are Your Words? and Julián Is a Mermaid, The Bi Book shows readers the many meanings of "bi," both in terms of the language we use to understand the world and to understand ourselves.Many words that start with ?bi? mean two.Bicycle. Bilingual. Binoculars. Biracial.Sometimes, it can mean more than two. Like when it comes to people who identify as ''bi.''Because some hearts love in a rainbow of ways.This sweet, bold picture book is a gentle introduction to bisexual identity, by way of many different words that share the root "bi," that will become a staple for LGBTQ+ readers, parents, and educators for years to come.

The young adult debut from the award-winning author of Arsenic and Adobo! When a high school tarot reader?s latest client goes missing after a troubling reading, she must apply everything she?s learned from her private investigator mother to solve a case of her own.Danika Dizon is a natural problem-solver. Thanks to her private investigator mom and mystery author dad, she''s equipped with the skills to offer guidance to anxious classmates who come to her for a tarot reading between classes. For a price, of course.But when one of her clients vanishes shortly after they''re dealt a death card, the girl?s younger sister Gaby begs Danika to figure out what went wrong. Danika takes on the case, thinking it''s the perfect way to prove to her parents that she should be an official investigator in the family?s detective agency.What starts off as a compelling challenge quickly devolves into something darker as Danika and Gaby peel back layer after layer of the secret life the missing girl has been living. A life that those involved would do anything to keep from being revealed…

What if you were twelve for all of eternity? From the award-winning author of The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl comes a magical mystery about a group of kids called the Evers who have been alive for hundreds of years.Ivy Stewart thought West Archer Academy was the first step to everything she?d always wanted. The key to her entire future. But now…she might not even have a future.It?s the start of a new semester, and Ivy?s very old friends and her very new immortality are at odds. The Evers, kids who are hundreds of years old and never age, are determined to save Ivy from suffering that same miserable fate…even if it means she won?t remember them. But what?s worse? Forgetting her family, her friends, her life or never turning thirteen?Ronan is done running from his psychic powers. He knows he can help Ivy?once he figures out how?but he can?t shake the bad feeling he has around the rest of the Evers. Can he trust them? Can the Evers trust Ronan? Or are they all doomed to fight this centuries-old battle forever… and ever?

NATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHORA frenemies-to-friends graphic novel about about the trials and tribulations of three twelve-year-old girls and cabinmates at sleepaway camp. Perfect for fans of Guts and Real Friends!Beatrice, Roxy, and Virginia are fresh out of 6th grade and ready to conquer a new milestone: their first week at sleepaway camp.Beatrice would rather be in the company of her stuffed animals than people, something her parents hope camp will help with.Roxy, fresh from the news of her parent?s divorce, feels like she?s being sent away while they sort out logistics. Further complicating matters is the fact that Bea and Roxy do not get along.    Virginia wanted to go to camp, all the middle school soccer girls go, but that was before she found out she didn?t make her middle school soccer team.As the kids navigate their first big feelings -- crushes, betrayals, ambition, family drama, and more -- during this tender and sensitive transition time of their childhood, they ultimately discover it is friendship that helps them through the trials of growing up.With a pitch-perfect voice and accessible cartoons, don''t miss the next big middle grade graphic novel from uber talented creator Liz Montague.

Scripps National Spelling Bee champ, New York Times bestselling author, and Sports Illustrated Sports Kid of the Year Zaila Avant-garde shares her love of sports in this level 1 Step Into Reading book. Perfect for children just beginning to read. Be a soccer star. Kick, kick, score! Bounce a basketball. Bounce, bounce, soar! New readers will find playful encouragement in this easy reader that sings out about the joy of playing sports. Wth ample rhyme and helpful repetition, Zaila Avante-garde takes readers on a boisterous romp through the wide world of sports, showing cheerful scenes of baseball, swimming, running, gymnastics, and more. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Becca Mann was born to swim. With a fierce determination and a passion for the water, she chased her dreams from the chlorine-soaked pools of her hometown to the elite ranks of the USA National Team. But after she poured her heart into the sport for decades, Becca’s dreams came crashing down when she narrowly missed the Olympics three times. In Outside the Lanes, Becca shares the highs and lows of her swimming career with unflinching honesty and a splash of humour. But this isn't just a story about swimming. It's a story about a girl who refused to be defined by the expectations of others and had the courage to chart her own course. As Becca navigates self-doubt, injury, and the nagging question of "is it all worth it?" she discovers that true success isn't measured by the medals around her neck, but by the strength of her spirit and the depth of her resilience. Determined to push her limits even further, Becca sets her sights on becoming the first person to complete the grueling 40-mile Maui Nui Tri-Channel Crossing. As she trains, Becca must confront her deepest fears and prove she has what it takes to make history. Becca’s story is a splash-of-cold-water wake-up call for anyone who's chased a dream or felt lost in the pursuit of perfection. With heart, humour, and saltwater-scented wisdom, Becca shows us that life's greatest adventures happen when we dare to swim outside the lanes.

Uni the Unicorn and the little girl are having an amazing beach adventure with some new ocean friends! This Step 2 is perfect for beginner readers who can recognize familiar words and are working on sounding out new ones.Uni and little girl love wading in the water at the beach, but the little girl is too afraid to swim. Good thing there are paddleboards, life vests, and some friendly dolphins to help them enjoy the sea! But they are distressed to discover trash on the beach and in the sea where their friends are swimming. They must help! Uni fans new and old will be excited to join this big-hearted unicorn and little girl on a new adventure with some new and exciting aquatic creatures! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.Look for Uni Step into Reading stories, including:Uni the Unicorn Bakes a CakeUni the Unicorn Goes to SchoolUni''s First Sleepoverand more!

Find the practice that?s right for you with this exploration of the many paths of meditation?from mantra, prayer, singing, visualizations, and ?just sitting? to movement meditations such as tai chi ?Everyone has experienced a moment of pure awareness. A moment without thinking ?I am aware? or ?that is a tree.? Such moments bring a sense of rightness, of clarity, of being at one. Such moments are the essence of meditation.??Ram Dass Ram Dass is an American psychologist and spiritual teacher who has studied and practiced meditation for many years. Here he shares his understanding and suggests how you can find methods suitable for you. He illuminates the stages and benefits of meditative practice, and provides wise and often humorous advice on overcoming difficulties along the way.

NATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHORA frenemies-to-friends graphic novel about about the trials and tribulations of three twelve-year-old girls and cabinmates at sleepaway camp. Perfect for fans of Guts and Real Friends!Beatrice, Roxy, and Virginia are fresh out of 6th grade and ready to conquer a new milestone: their first week at sleepaway camp.Beatrice would rather be in the company of her stuffed animals than people, something her parents hope camp will help with.Roxy, fresh from the news of her parent?s divorce, feels like she?s being sent away while they sort out logistics. Further complicating matters is the fact that Bea and Roxy do not get along.    Virginia wanted to go to camp, all the middle school soccer girls go, but that was before she found out she didn?t make her middle school soccer team.As the kids navigate their first big feelings -- crushes, betrayals, ambition, family drama, and more -- during this tender and sensitive transition time of their childhood, they ultimately discover it is friendship that helps them through the trials of growing up.With a pitch-perfect voice and accessible cartoons, don''t miss the next big middle grade graphic novel from uber talented creator Liz Montague.

Join Dak, Fenn, and a magical talking llama named Lucy on a quest to find the missing magical stones of Ravenwood and save their kingdom in this epic fantasy chapter book series! While looking for the earth stone, they must overcome earthquakes and magical foxes to find it before the thief!Dak, Fenn, and the magical llama Lucy are on a quest to find the missing magical stones of Ravenwood! When Lucy senses the Earth Stone, they are whisked away to a farmer?s festival in Silverglade Meadow. Then, there''s an earthquake! The villagers blame the kitsune, magical three-tailed foxes that live in the forest. But Dak isn?t so sure it?s their fault. In fact, Dak is sure the peaceful creatures can help the village! Can Dak, Fenn, and Lucy find the earth stone and help the kitsune, before the earthquakes destroy the festival? They?ll encounter magical creatures, a sneaky thief, and tricky magic, but when they work together, nothing can beat Team Llama Quest! Join Team Llama Quest on all their adventures! #1 Danger in the Dragons'' Den#2 Secrets of Starfall Forest

During the 2020 presidential election, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson oversaw the highest turnout and most secure election in the state''s history. But she was thrust onto the national stage when then-President Donald Trump falsely and publicly accused her of rigging votes. Soon after, armed protesters appeared at Benson''s house, threatening her safety and that of her husband and young son. The intimidation did not work. Not only did Benson refuse to back down, she spoke out even louder, ultimately helping to expose the nationally coordinated effort to hinder the election. Now in The Purposeful Warrior, Benson invites us to channel our fears and frustrations into standing up for integrity and truth - not only for ourselves, but for our communities and our nation. Becoming a Purposeful Warrior means knowing that what affects one person affects us all. It means having zero tolerance for bullies and fighting for the truth, even when it hurts. It means navigating life with grit and grace, challenging your own assumptions, and allowing your anger to point you toward your purpose. Introducing the Purposeful Warrior principles, Benson shares powerful stories from her rise in politics -from her time investigating domestic terrorist cells in Alabama, to becoming the youngest woman to lead a top 100 law school in the U.S., to launching a coalition of major sports leagues to advance equality with the owner of the Miami Dolphins, to becoming one of only a handful of women to complete the Boston Marathon while more than eight months pregnant - as well as those of paradigm-shifters throughout history, business leaders, sports icons, and everyday heroes who embody what it means to be a Purposeful Warrior. In times of intense conflict and anxiety, the world wants us to believe we''re powerless to make a difference. But we''re not powerless; our purpose is simply waiting to be unleashed.

The hilarious story of Donut, a scruffy unicorn who can''t fly (but who keeps on trying!), is now available in a bilingual board book edition.La divertida historia de Rosquilla, un unicornio lanudo que no puede volar (!pero que sigue intentando!), ahora está disponible en una edición de libro álbum bilingüe.When Donut, a fluffy, scruffy unicorn with a colorful horn spots a bird in the air, she thinks, Why can''t I be up there, too? And so, she jumps! Off of a log and even a trampoline. But thump! She falls down to the ground. After many attempts at flight (including wings fashioned out of sticks), Donut schemes with the other animals in the field, and finally comes up with an ingenious and imaginative solution. Finally, her perseverance pays off-- and Donut flies!This laugh-out-loud funny, ingenious story from a talented author-illustrator duo now includes Spanish and English text in a durable format that will appeal to the littlest unicorn fans.Cuando Rosquilla, un unicornio lanudo y esponjoso con un cuerno colorido, ve un pájaro volando, piensa: «?Por qué no puedo estar allá arriba también? Y entonces: !brinca! Desde un tronco e incluso desde un trampolín. Pero !catapumba! Se cae al suelo. Después de varios intentos de volar (incluyendo construir alas hechas con palos), Rosquilla conspira con los otros animales en el campo, y finalmente se le ocurre una solución ingeniosa e imaginativa. Por fin, su perseverancia da sus frutos... !y Rosquilla vuela!Esta divertida e ingeniosa historia de un talentoso dúo de autora e ilustradora ahora incluye texto en espanol e inglés en un formato duradero que atraerá a los fanáticos de los unicornios más pequenos.

The robots from Netflix''s Ask the StoryBots star in an all-new Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader about how toilets work.We use the toilet every day, but how does it work?and where does our waste go? Join the StoryBots for an amazing adventure into the toilet, through the plumbing, and beyond. What they learn will fascinate children ages 4 to 6 who love Netflix''s educational show.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Check out the other book in the series:Tyrannosaurus RexTriceratopsVelociraptorsThe Moon?s Turn to ShineStop That Virus!

Do robots dream of strumming uplifting tunes on ukuleles under the moonlight? Or perhaps they wonder at the world while wandering woodlands? You bet they do!Join a crew of whimsical robot friends as they float and fly through the alphabet on their magical adventures. Featuring alliterative sentences like “Hiking bot is happiest in the hills” and “M Bot makes magical music in the moonlight,” this alphabet book uses humour and wordplay to bring each letter to life. Talented illustrator Lauren Briére imagined this cast of robots with creative designs to match each letter theme, like Archer bots with amazingly abysmal aim and Quirky quarterback bots dressed for the field. Her richly detailed ink and watercolour scenes amidst lush landscapes and clouds will capture the imaginations of both kids and adults. This sweet, silly book makes a wonderful read-aloud to foster a love of language and literacy.

When the mayor of a small Alabama town starts targeting Pride events, bad boy Zeke begins hosting a series of ?Pride Speakeasies? in this joyful queer coming-of-age!There?s nothing Zeke Chapman wants more than to tarnish the perfect reputation his father is so obsessed with. He quit the baseball team, started fighting at school, and nearly flunked junior year. Newly out as gay, Zeke isn?t sure where his queer identity fits in with his bad-boy persona. His father has always told him to stay quiet and not attract attention, but his friends are pushing him to be just as out and proud as they are. Most days, Zeke isn?t sure how to be a ?good gay? or what that even means.When his best friend, Sawyer, begs him to help the QSA plan Pride Day, he obliges?mostly to piss his dad off. But then the mayor announces an ordinance that cancels all LGBTQ+ celebrations. Angered by the injustice?and his father?s support of it?Zeke decides to put his rebellious ways to good use and plans a series of underground ?Pride Speakeasies?.As the speakeasies grow, and the community comes together to declare him ?King of Pride?, Zeke finally feels like he?s doing something that matters. But friendship drama, a mysterious cyber-crush, and rising tension with his rival and ex Cohen ?Coco? Fisher threaten to undermine his newfound pride. When his final party ends in near-disaster, Zeke must ask himself what he?s really trying to do. After all, there?s a reason that the first pride was a riot.