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A gorgeous and festive collection of Christmas stories from the prairie Celebrate the season with holiday tales from the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the beloved Little House series. Featuring Garth Williams' classic

"An inspiring memoir about coming home to who you are." -People MagazineOne woman's decades-long journey to a diagnosis of autism, and the barriers that keep too many neurodivergent people from knowing their true selvesMarian Schembari was thirty-four years old when she learned she was autistic. By then, she'd spent decades hiding her tics and shutting down in public, wondering why she couldn't just act like everyone else. Therapists told her she had Tourette's syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sensory processing disorder, social anxiety, and recurrent depression. They prescribed breathing techniques and gratitude journaling. Nothing helped.It wasn't until years later that she finally learned the truth: she wasn't weird or deficient or moody or sensitive or broken. She was autistic.Today, more people than ever are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Testing improvements have made it easier to identify neurodivergence, especially among women and girls who spent decades dismissed by everyone from parents to doctors, and misled by gender-biased research. A diagnosis can end the cycle of shame and invisibility, but only if it can be found.In this deeply personal and researched memoir, Schembari's journey takes her from the mountains of New Zealand to the tech offices of San Francisco, from her first love to her first child, all with unflinching honesty and good humor.A Little Less Broken breaks down the barriers that leave women in the dark about their own bodies, and reveals what it truly means to embrace our differences.

Brace yourself for the most astonishing, challenging, upsetting, and profoundly moving book in many a season. An epic about love and friendship in the twenty-first century that goes into some of the darkest places fiction has ever traveled and yet somehow improbably breaks through into the light. Truly an amazement-and a great gift for its publisher.When four classmates from a small Massachusetts college move to New York to make their way, they're broke, adrift, and buoyed only by their friendship and ambition. There is kind, handsome Willem, an aspiring actor; JB, a quick-witted, sometimes cruel Brooklyn-born painter seeking entry to the art world; Malcolm, a frustrated architect at a prominent firm; and withdrawn, brilliant, enigmatic Jude, who serves as their center of gravity.Over the decades, their relationships deepen and darken, tinged by addiction, success, and pride. Yet their greatest challenge, each comes to realize, is Jude himself, by midlife a terrifyingly talented litigator yet an increasingly broken man, his mind and body scarred by an unspeakable childhood, and haunted by what he fears is a degree of trauma that he'll not only be unable to overcome-but that will define his life forever.In rich and resplendent prose, Yanagihara has fashioned a tragic and transcendent hymn to brotherly love, a masterful depiction of heartbreak, and a dark examination of the tyranny of memory and the limits of human endurance.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 304, Publishers: Penguin Publishing Group, Author: Roberts,Nora, ISBN-13: 9780425183182, Date of issue: 2001

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 32, Publishers: Waxwing Books, Author: Breezy Brookshire, ISBN-13: 9781956393002, Date of issue: 2023

Preorder the gorgeous new Winter romance from Julie Caplin, coming October 2024!*** It's been years since Anna has seen Leo Knight. And of all the apartments in all the cities in all the world, he just happens to walk in to her cosy new attic home – as her new housemate. As the two walk the cobbled streets of Prague, taking in the sights and sounds from Wenceslas Square, frosted with snow, to the soft glow of candlelit Charles Bridge, the enchantment of the City of a Hundred Spires soon starts to work its magic on them… Praise for Julie Caplin: 'One unputdownable story’ Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde 'An irresistible slice of escapism’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa Ashley 'A gorgeous book, in which each little detail and plot point adds sparkle to the story’ Erin Green 'Julie Caplin always sweeps me away to whatever location her stories are set in…a feast for all the senses with a romance that sparkles like the finest champagne!’ Sarah Bennett 'Made me want to pack my entire life into a suitcase and start all over again in a gorgeous setting’ Kim Nash

The Ingalls family picks a special spot on the prairie for their snug log cabin home. Full color.

This is the beloved story of Sara Crewe, who falls into hard times, is ill-treated at her own boarding school, and is finally rescued and transformed from rags to riches by a rich Indian gentleman.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 218, Publishers: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett, ISBN-13: 9781530842759, Date of issue: 2016

It can take time to feel proud of who you are.Violet Kane is perfect. At least, that's what people are supposed to think. She has the perfect career, the perfect presentation, and, until recently, she was engaged to the perfect man. To everyone around her, she's perfectly happy. But pretending to be happy is difficult when you're breaking apart at the seams. Be it with eighty-hour work weeks, nicotine dependency, or dark thoughts of just ending it all... Violet has used nearly every tool available to maintain her performance.If only Violet could trust someone to take that desperate control away. To let her turn off.Something is hunting Reyna Alvarez, and though she knows what it is, it doesn't make it any easier to deal with. When she contacts the Court of Chains for help, she is confined to a secluded forest cabin for her protection. But hiding and submitting isn't in the nature of a Pride fiend.So when a beautiful, stressed-out, high-strung woman appears at her cozy prison, Reyna proposes a practical arrangement. If Violet Kane were around-on her knees, no less-isolation might even be fun.A Little Sin is a lesbian paranormal romance that depicts the highs and lows of coming out later in life and learning to live for yourself rather than someone else's expectations.

A helpful story for teaching kids about anger and ways to deal with itIt can be really hard to handle BIG Emotions, especially ANGER! Kids experience frustrating situations everyday, whether it"s someone taking their toy or they feel like they can"t do something. This story shows them that instead of yelling or stomping their feet, they can practice some fun ways to help them stay CALM.Count your spots from one to four,Tap, tap, tap and tap once more.Now fill your lungs with peaceful air,and coat your SPOTS with love and care.By associating emotions with something a child can visualize (bright red spot), they are able to see when a small feeling of frustration can easily turn into a big ANGRY emotion. They will realize they can manage their spots of emotions with fun counting and breathing techniques by watching an ANGRY SPOT start to shrink down.Book comes with a poster and stickers inside!

This box set includes 8 Emotion Books: A Little SPOT of AngerA Little SPOT of AnxietyA Little SPOT of HappinessA Little SPOT of SadnessA Little SPOT of LoveA Little SPOT of ConfidenceA Little Peaceful SPOTA Little Scribble SPOT

MORE SPOT MINIS! If you own the first mini box set of A Little SPOT of Emotions you will LOVE this Feeling Plush toy set too! This set is a companion to the bestselling book "A Little SPOT of Feelings Books Box Set"! This set comes with a newly released activity book filled with stickers and fun coloring pages. The PLUSH TOY included are: Calm, Frustration, Empathy, Boredom, Flexible Thinking, Feeling Detective, Belonging, Worry, and a Bonus Learning SPOT!This set makes a perfect gift! (No books in our sets overlap.)

From the illustrator of the #1 smash The Day the Crayons Quit comes another bestseller--a giggle-inducing tale of everything tossed, thrown, and hurled in order to free a kite When Floyd's kite gets stuck in a tree, he's determined to ge

From USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Yarros comes a small town, single parent romance.Nine years ago, Weston Madigan saved me. I came to Colorado penniless, heartbroken, and pregnant, searching for a fresh start. Weston gave me a job at his family's resort, then left the next day and never returned, not even to visit.Then I stumble in on Weston cooking breakfast shirtless-gloriously, inappropriately shirtless-in the shared kitchen of my duplex in employee housing. Given the shock on both our faces, he wasn't expecting a roommate either, let alone two.The growly pilot is only home to start his family's new heli-skiing operation. I can handle being his temporary roommate, right? Chemistry and attraction aren't impossible to ignore when you agree on ground rules. Besides, even with those gorgeous, brooding brown eyes, the guy is a walking thundercloud...until my daughter, Sutton, makes him laugh and he smiles at me. Then everything changes. Cue inconvenient heart flip.This is only temporary.I can't fall for Weston.I. Will. Not. Fall. For. Weston.But rules go out the window when you're a little too close.

New from twenty-time USA Today bestseller Sarina Bowen!How to behave when the guy who broke your heart two thousand miles away turns up in your office:One: Don't drop your lucky coffee cup in shock, even though it's been ten years.Two: Don't get defensive when he asks how you ended up working his family's ski mountain... and why you kept it a secret.Three: Give him the worst room in the resort. He deserves it for suddenly waltzing back in like he owns the place. (Which he kind of does.)Four, five, six, seven, eight and nine: Do not kiss him in the hot tub.Ten: Try to keep your heart intact after you break all of your rules.Because Reed is leaving again. Hate can't turn back into love. And it's a little too late...

Crew Madigan is a snowboarding legend. He's gorgeous, rich, famous and every woman's dream. Well, except mine. I'll take a nerdy guy with a clumsy streak who wouldn't know what to do with a pair of skis to save his life. Superstar athletes? No, thanks. World champions? Hard pass. Crew? Definitely not.It's been over a decade since Crew set foot on Madigan Mountain. Instead of sitting with his family during his brother's wedding, he takes the chair beside mine. ESPN really doesn't do that chiseled jaw justice. The cameras miss the flecks of gold in his eyes. When he invites me to his hotel room after the wedding, I break all of my own rules for just one night.But here's the problem with just one night. Crew is impossible to forget. And he's not the only one who loves a thrill. The crash, the broken bones, are inevitable. Because together, we're a little too wild.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Striking, darkly funny and heartfelt ... Grabs you from the first page and doesn't let go' Ferdia Lennon, author of Glorious Exploits'Crisp, transportive, uplifting ... I loved it!' Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry'A bold, funny and imaginative journey through Tudor England ... A real treat' Joanna Quinn, author of The Whalebone TheatreBorn a vagabond, Tibb Ingleby has never had a roof of her own. Her mother has taught her that if you're not too bound by the Big Man's rules, there are many ways a woman can find shelter in this world. But now her ma is gone.As she journeys through the fields and forests of medieval England, Tibb discovers that there are people who will care for her, as well as those who mean her harm. And there are a great many others who are prepared to believe just about anything...So, when the opportunity presents itself to escape the shackles society has placed on them, Tibb and her new friends conjure an audacious plan: her greatest trickerie yet. But before they know it, their hoax takes on a life of its own, drawing crowds - and vengeful enemies - to their door.A tale of belief and superstition, kinship and courage, A Little Trickerie introduces a ragtag cast of characters and an unforgettable, endearing and distinctly unangelic heroine.'Joyful and highly original ... Rosanna Pike absolutely nails Tibb's voice' The Times'Absolutely raucous and vividly alive' India Knight'[Written] with great panache ... A book [that] is unapologetically itself ... Lovable, fun and emotionally juicy' Guardian

A series of interviews with Noam Chomsky, the world's greatest living public intellectual, about the pressing issues of our time'One of the greatest, most radical public thinkers of our time’ Arundhati RoyIn this illuminating collection of interviews, Noam Chomsky shares his insights on the pressing challenges facing humanity. A Liveable Future is Possible addresses artificial intelligence and the potential for such programs to surpass humans in cognitive awareness; what lies ahead for a world engulfed in a deadly climate crisis; the rise of neo-fascism internationally, and why we should organize across borders to confront it and the striking similarities between Trump and Biden's foreign policies. Noam Chomsky has been an incomparable model of moral clarity and intellectual courage during his many decades as a scholar, political activist and social critic.A Liveable Future Is Possible is not only an urgent and informative book, it is a call-to-action for those hoping to help carry the torch of one of history’s greatest minds. 'Chomsky is a global phenomenon . .. he may be the most widely read American voice on foreign policy on the planet’ The New York Times Book Review

If you find yourself driving down a winding mountain road near an endless stretch of pines, try tuning in to 104.6 FM: the radio station that shouldn't exist.The village of Pinehaven has a secret of monstrous proportions. Evelyn McKinnon, a radio host falling on hard times, finds herself utterly unprepared when she learns that the radio station isn't just for entertainment. It's a watchtower.She's stalked by a bird with human eyes. Her new co-host won't stop singing show tunes. And when the fog rolls in, the beasts of Pinehaven Forest begin their brutal hunt. Evelyn and her friends are suddenly face-to-face with something much scarier than ravenous flesh-giants and vengeful spirits: responsibility. 'A Lonely Broadcast' is a darkly comedic tale that mixes elements of cosmic horror, gruesome gore, and a touching story about friendship, grief, and finding hope when all seems lost. It's also the story of an unhinged woman's personal war with a goddamn bird.

From USA Today bestselling author Nghi Vo comes a beautiful new tale in the Hugo Award-winning Singing Hills Cycle, drawn from the earliest days of Chih's career as a wandering cleric.

Over 300,000 Copies Sold Pursue Deeper Faithfulness with Eugene Peterson's Classic Work on Discipleship Since Eugene Peterson first wrote this spiritual formation classic more than forty years ago, hundreds of thousands of Christians have been inspired by its call to deeper discipleship. As a society, we are still obsessed with the immediate, but Peterson's time-tested prescription for discipleship remains the same-a long obedience in the same direction. Long obedience requires a deepening life of prayer. Peterson finds encouragement for today's pilgrims in the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120-134), sung by travelers on their way to worship in Jerusalem. With prophetic and pastoral wisdom, Peterson shows how the psalms teach us to grow in worship, service, joy, work, happiness, humility, community, blessing, and more. This commemorative edition features: a preface from Leif Peterson's eulogy at his father's memorial service, a bibliography of Eugene Peterson's works, and the option to pair with the companion Bible study guide, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction Bible Study, for a deeper experience. "Eugene Peterson's special gift is to stand beside us and keep our feet on the ground as he lifts our hearts to God and our minds to godliness. A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, which does this stunningly well, is also the best pathway into the Psalter you are likely to find. If, like me for twenty years, you find it hard to get into the Psalms, that is another reason to read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest this brilliant book." - J. I. Packer, author of Knowing God

NAMED BY THE NEW YORK TIMES AS ONE OF THE 10 BEST ROMANCES OF 2023.Somewhere foggy, 1837 . . .Poppy had always loved the night, so it wasn?t too much of a bother to wake one evening in an unfamiliar home far from London, weak and confused and plagued with a terrible thirst for blood, to learn that she could no longer step out into the day. And while vampirism presented several disadvantages, it more than made up for those in its benefits: immortality, a body that could run at speed for hours without tiring, the thrill of becoming a predator, the thing that pulls rabbits from bushes and tears through their fur and flesh with the sharp point of a white fang.And, of course, Roisin. The mysterious woman who has lived for centuries, who held Poppy through her painful transformation, and who, for some reason, is now teaching her how to adjust to her new, endless life. A tight, lonely, buttoned-up woman, with kindness and care pressed up behind her teeth. The time they spend together is as transformative to Poppy as the changes in her body, and soon, she finds herself hopelessly, overwhelmingly attached. But Roisin has secrets of her own, and can?t make any promises; not when vengeance must be served.Soon, their little world explodes. Together and apart, they encounter scores of vampires, shifty pirates, conniving opera singers, ancient nobles, glamorous French women, and a found family that throws a very particular sort of party. But overhead, threat looms?one woman who is capable of destroying everything Poppy and Roisin hold dear.Samara Breger"s A Long Time Dead is a lush, Victorian romance, drenched in blood and drama, about the lengths two women will go to secure a love that cannot die.

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A wise, affecting novel from the beloved, award-winning author of Funny Girl, High Fidelity, and About A Boy.New York Times-bestselling author Nick Hornby mines the hearts and psyches of four lost souls who connect just

First it was a media sensation. Then it became the New York Times bestseller and #1 international bestseller A Long Way Home. Now it's Lion, the major motion picture starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman, and Rooney Mara--nominated f

Magnets stick to your refrigerator. Magnets make paperclips jump. Read more to find out the facts on magnets.

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Ukraine, a nation whose soul is a vibrant, shimmering tapestry woven from a storied past, profound artistic heritage, and the unwavering, legendary spirit of its people.This book is your invitation to look beyond the headlines and delve into the enduring essence of Ukrainian identity, traversing a land of breathtaking diversity: from the golden-domed spiritual grandeur of Kyiv and the dynamic energy of its modern districts, to the rugged, mist-shrouded peaks of the Carpathian Mountains and the boundless, fertile expanse of the steppes and chernozem (black earth).Discover the cultural forces that have forged this nation's unyielding spirit:The Echoes of History: Trace the defining epochs of Ukraine, from the foundational legacy of Kievan Rus' and the fiercely independent, military-democratic era of the Cossack Hetmanate, to the powerful National Revival.The Taste of Tradition: Savor the Culinary Chronicles, with a deep exploration of Ukrainian cuisine-including borshch, the crimson beet soup that is the nation's beating heart, and varenyky (stuffed dumplings), the quintessential comfort food and communal ritual.The Art of Resilience: Marvel at the intricate, symbolic artistry of Ukrainian folk crafts: the encoded language of pysanky (Easter eggs) and the vibrant geometric patterns of vyshyvanka (embroidery). Feel the melancholic yet hopeful pulse of folk music, carried by the distinctive sound of the bandura.Ultimately, this is a celebration of an enduring people-a testament to their resilience in the face of adversity, their deep connection to the land, and the legendary warmth and genuine hospitality they extend to the world. Open these pages and connect personally with the courageous and multifaceted human spirit of Ukraine.

Ich werde dich nie aufgeben. Und wenn ich dafür die Welt aus den Angeln heben muss. Lass die Toten ruhen. Werde keine böse Elementarhexe. Löse nicht den Weltuntergang aus. Alles gute Ratschläge, nicht wahr? Leider schießt Liah sie allesamt in den Wind, um die Liebe ihres Lebens zu retten. Denn jetzt mal im Ernst: Wozu gibt es magische Gesetze? Genau. Um sie zu brechen. Doch wie war das mit dem Weltuntergang? Der zweite Teil einer märchenhaften Reise voller Magie und Liebe. Von der SPIEGEL Bestseller-Autorin der bekannten Drachen-Reihen ASRAI und BOUND BY FLAMES

From strangers to friends to family to strangers. Rinse and repeat. A Love Letter To People Who Hate Me is a chronological collection of poetry uncovering the truths of broken friendships. Valeria Abelli explores friendship breakups in a way that makes you heal from the hurt, understand where you received less than what you gave, and the lessons learned along the way.

From USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes a new edition of this #BestofBookTok favorite - an angsty and powerful story of lovers continually fighting the curse of bad timing. This print edition includes never seen before bonus epilogue content!Brecks Kennedy has spent years writing the story of her life, but there’s one chapter that never quite closed… Jamie Shaw.It all started with a jog, a clumsy collision, and an instant crush. But while B’s heart skipped a beat, Jamie’s eyes found her best friend instead. And just like that, her crush became her closest friend. Bound by shared moments of music, surfing, and secrets, their connection is undeniable, even as they desperately try to fight it.But between college campuses, chance encounters, and stolen moments, fate has a way of bringing them together when they least expect it, time and time again.As they wrestle with their feelings and the choices that have kept them apart, both B and Jamie must decide if they are finally willing to risk everything for the love that’s always been just out of reach. Sometimes, love isn’t about finding the right person, it’s about the moment when everything aligns. But what if that moment never comes?Heart-wrenching and addictive, this is a story of love, loss, and the years it takes to finally get it right.

Welcome to Wayward Hollow - Where new beginnings come with an unwanted thrillWhen my husband doesn't show up for one of the biggest nights of my career, I make two life-changing decisions:File for divorce.Move to a tiny town called Wayward Hollow for a fresh start.Honestly? Great plan in theory.Less great in practice once my dog digs up human bones in the backyard of my very new, and apparently very haunted house.Now I'm stuck dealing with flickering lights, slamming doors, a town-wide betting pool over the nature of the bones in my backyard, and Erik -the ridiculously handsome sheriff who keeps showing up every time my life spirals into chaos.Erik is juggling a case that's haunted him for years and complicated feelings about his family. The more time I spend with him, the bigger the feeling he may be impossible to stay away from.But between ghost stories, late nights, new friends, autumn festivals, and whatever is definitely haunting my house, Wayward Hollow is starting to feel less like an escape...and more like home.A Love Like Candle Light is a comforting, cozy fall romance for anyone who loves true crime documentaries, finding nosy new friends, emotional healing, and small-town chaos with a whole lot of heart. And whose definition of cozy includes just a sprinkle of drama and the paranormal.Please note that this book contains explicit scenes and is intended for a mature audience.Tropes & Themes:✧ Small-town romance ✧ Found family ✧ Strangers to Lovers ✧ Emotional healing FMC ✧ Cinnamon roll MMC ✧ Cute pets ✧ Cozy Autumn vibes ✧ He falls first ✧ A Pumpkin-Spicy Love story ✧ Sheriff x True Crime Documentary Fan ✧A Love Like Candle Light is a heartwarming, cozy fall-vibes small-town romance novel packed with:✦ A small town you'll want to move to✧ Fiercely loyal, sassy new friends (human and furry)✦ Found family, healing, and cozy small-town charm✧ A Ghostly Matchmaker Who Loves The Fall✦ Autumnal vibes and pumpkin spice everything✧ A feel-good romance with some spice, low angst and a guaranteed HEAPerfect for fans of Gilmore Girls, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe and autumn vibes who love cozying up with a low-angst fall romance novel with spice.

Welcome to Wayward Hollow - Where winter nights are warm with laughter and happily ever after.When I moved to Wayward Hollow, I promised myself three things:Drink entirely too much coffee.Romanticize the hell out of life.Let myself finally belong somewhere.Enter Caleb - Wayward Hollow's grumpy café owner who treats anything festive like it's a contagious disease. Unfortunately for him, he let me strong-arm him into running a gingerbread booth with me for the Christmas Market.He's stubborn, sarcastic, hot...and the more time we spend together, the more glimpses I catch of the man hiding beneath his gruff exterior. Turns out, grumpy comes with a side of sweet.But just as things start to feel merry and bright, old memories show up on our doorsteps, and turn whatever is happening between us more complicated than building a gingerbread house without icing.And yet, somehow, I can't help but wonder...What if the town grump is the Christmas wish I didn't even know I had?Please note that this book contains explicit scenes and is intended for a mature audience.Can be read as standalone, in that case it does contain some spoilers for A Love Like Pumpkin Spice!A Love Like Christmas Time is a heartwarming, cozy small-town romance novel packed with:✦ Adorable animals and a grumpy café owner✧ A fiercely loyal, sassy best friend sidekick✦ Found family, healing, and cozy small town charm✧ MC's who tackle complicated relationships with their families✦ Christmas vibes and gingerbread flavored everything✧ A slow-ish burn romance with spice, low angst and guaranteed HEAPerfect for fans of cute rom-coms and winter vibes who are looking for a low-angst holiday book with spice to cozy up with!

Welcome to Wayward Hollow - Where strangers become family and love finds a way.After catching my fiancé tangled up with my sister (yes, my sister), and being told by my parents I was "overreacting," I packed my best friend and what was left of my dignity to flee to Wayward Hollow - a picturesque little town that looks like it was plucked straight out of a Hallmark movie.I try to put myself back together. People-pleasing? Officially retired. Love? Off the table.At least that was the plan.But Chaos unfolds when my attempt to save a stray cat leads me to Henry. The town's beloved veterinarian is gentle, ridiculously attractive, and seems to have a sixth sense for broken things...including me.Just when I start to believe in new beginnings, the past comes knocking-loud, uninvited, and far from finished. Please note that this book contains explicit scenes and is intended for a mature audience.A Love Like Pumpkin Spice is a comforting, feel-good read for anyone who loves headstrong fmc's, sassy best friends, emotional healing, and small-town chaos with a whole lot of heart, and just a sprinkle of drama and the paranormal. It's a heartwarming, cozy small-town romance novel packed with:✦ Adorable animals and a swoon-worthy, small-town veterinarian MMC✧ A fiercely loyal, sassy best friend sidekick (And several furry ones.)✦ Found family, healing, and cozy small town charm✧ A Ghost Kitty Matchmaker✦ Autumnal vibes and pumpkin spice everything✧ A slow-burn, feel-good romance with some spice, low angst and a guaranteed HEAPerfect for fans of contemporary romance, cute rom-coms and autumn vibes who are looking for a low-angst book with spice to cozy up with!

Bringing the same fresh and engaging approach that characterized his critically acclaimed "Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece," Kahn tells the story of the genesis, creation, and aftermath of this classic recording.

A standoffish "bad boy" meets the honor student determined to break down his walls in the debut volume of this pure BL (boys" love) manga series! This tender story of high school love is so popular in Japan, it was adapted into an animated short with over half a million views on YouTube! Author Mia Sorahana"s first work to be translated into English! Tender, heartwarming, and sweet, the debut volume of this eagerly anticipated BL series is perfect for new and dedicated readers of the genre and fans of Sasaki and Miyano, My Summer of You, and My Ultramarine Sky! Misuzu never goes looking for fights - they just always come to him. But when he sees the local punks trying to start trouble with his classmate, the honor student Kitahara, he can"t help stepping in. Ever since, Kitahara has been following Misuzu all over, trying to get to know this so-called bully who is actually much sweeter than he seems. Misuzu does his best to keep the straitlaced Kitahara away... but soon, something begins to blossom between the two - something that may just prove too captivating to resist.

Sweet and skittish Kotetsu has been stopping by the pet store lately just to see Okazaki! When Okazaki asks to see pictures of Kotetsu"s cat, Kotetsu is overjoyed to finally exchange contact info with his crush... but what Okazaki doesn"t know is that Kotetsu IS the cat! Having suddenly turned half-human, half-cat, Kotetsu must hide his cute ears and tail as he adjusts to his new lifestyle and pursues a blossoming friendship with Okazaki. But what will Okazaki think when he finds out the truth? Cat-lover takes on a whole new meaning in this adorable, feel-good love story!

Kurt Godel's Incompleteness Theorems sent shivers through Vienna's intellectual circles and directly challenged Ludwig Wittgenstein's dominant philosophy. Alan Turing's mathematical genius helped him break the Nazi Enigma Code during WWII. Though they never met, their lives strangely mirrored one another--both were brilliant, and both met with tragic ends. Here, a mysterious narrator intertwines these parallel lives into a double helix of genius and anguish, wonderfully capturing not only two radiant, fragile minds but also the zeitgeist of the era.

This edition of Lu Xun's Chinese classic A Madman's Diary features both English and Chinese side by side for easy reference and bilingual support. The Lu Xun Bilingual Study Series includes a study guide and additional materials for each book in the

This English and Chinese bilingual edition of a "A Madman's Diary" was first published in 1918 by Lu Xun, one of the greatest writers in 20th-century Chinese literature. This short story is one of the first and most influential modern works written in vern

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 496, Publishers: Scarlett Press, Author: DRAKE VASILISA, ISBN-13: 9798347117062, Date of issue: 2027

Ning is bereft after she unknowingly brewed the poison tea that killed her motherthe poison tea that now threatens to also take her sister. Her only hope is a competition to find the kingdom's greatest shennong-shimasters of the ancient and magical art of tea-making. The winner will receive a favor from the princess, which may be Ning's only chance to save her sister's life.But between the backstabbing competitors and bloody court politics, Ning might be the one in more danger.

A millennial turned magical girl must combat climate change and credit card debt in this delightful, witty, and wildly imaginative ode to magical girl manga.Twenty-nine, depressed, and drowning in credit card debt after losing her job during the pandemic, a millennial woman decides to end her troubles by jumping off Seoul’s Mapo Bridge.But her suicide attempt is interrupted by a girl dressed all in white—her guardian angel. Ah Roa is a clairvoyant magical girl on a mission to find the greatest magical girl of all time. And our protagonist just may be that special someone.But the young woman’s initial excitement turns to frustration when she learns being a magical girl in real life is much different than how it’s portrayed in stories. It isn’t just destiny—it’s work. Magical girls go to job fairs, join trade unions, attend classes. And for this magical girl there are no special powers and no great perks, and despite being magical, she still battles with low self-esteem. Her magic wand . . . is a credit card—which she must use to defeat a terrifying threat that isn’t a monster or an intergalactic war. It’s global climate change. Because magical girls need to think about sustainability, too.Park Seolyeon reimagines classic fantasy tropes in a novel that explores real-world challenges that are both deeply personal and universal: the search for meaning and the desire to do good in a world that feels like it’s ending. A fun, fast-paced, and enchanting narrative that sparkles thanks to award-nominated translator Anton Hur, A Magical Girl Retires reminds us that we are all magical girls—that fighting evil by moonlight and winning love by daylight can be anyone"s game.Translated from the Korean by Anton Hur

Madame Volare, apothecarist and witch extraordinaire invites you to be her apprentice and learn about the world"s most magical plants.For thousands of years, plants have been used to heal and soothe. Discover the amazing power within a humble leaf, seed, petal and stem, and how our ancestors feared or revered flowers and herbs. From the mandrake that bestows luck to the calming St John"s wort, take a fascinating walk through a witch"s garden, exploring the uses, folklore and history of over fifty common plants.Respect and marvel at the pure magic of the natural world and how you can harness its power for your own health and happiness.

Following the success of her Diary of a Romantica series, Celia Martinez returns to further explore love and all of its magnificent beauty.In A Magnificently Ordinary Romance, social media breakout poet and Yale graduate Celia Martinez (@powerhouseofthecel on TikTok and @diaryofaromantica on Instagram) takes hopeful romantics everywhere on a journey through the timeless adoration and passionate miscommunication of young love. With the vulnerability and intelligence that has gained her an audience of over 4.5 million listeners, readers, and followers, AMOR follows two lovestruck romantics who fall in love a little too quickly—and even more chaotically—before learning they are colleagues working in the same building. A twist that proves even more challenging for their equally enamored guardian angels. A unique take on amor, romance, and coming of age, Celia Martinez proves to be a once in a generation voice for a new generation of lovers.

There are only a few rules I live by: enjoy life, smile as often as possible, and don't ever let a woman come between friends. Oh and hockey is life.For the past forty years I've done an excellent job at every single one of them.Until Millie Hall. To be fair, I had no idea who she was that first night. Can't say the same about the second.Finding out that the mystery girl who turned my world upside down was the twin sister of my star left winger and my best friend's twenty-two year old daughter is less than ideal.Hiding our relationship from not only her father but my brothers, nearly impossible.But my best friend makes it incredibly difficult to walk away from his daughter when he keeps thrusting her in my direction.As a single dad, I have a whole set of new rules, but one thing remains, falling for Millie Hall would be a major puck up.Author's Note: A Major Puck Up is an angsty forbidden love between fan favorite Gavin Langfield-Coach of the Boston Bolts and Millie Hall, his best friend's daughter. With text banter from the Langfield brothers, one mysterious baby on a door step, a singing Boston Bolts hockey team, hot tub shenanigans and quite a few ducks.

Matt Hranek, the bestselling author of A Man & His Watch, Negroni, and other books, has a direct line to a certain kind of male reader. He knows just what they like, what they aspire to, the things that interest them. And as a real lover of life, especially food and drink, he even knows what his readers want to eat: When Matt recently posted a selfie with steak, thousands of fans took the same picture.Now he's poised to create an even deeper bond with his readers, old and new, with his first cookbook. A Man & His Kitchen is like an invitation to Matt's storied country retreat, the Wm Brown Farm in upstate New York, to learn how to cook the hundred-plus recipes he considers his greatest hits-simple, straightforward, and, most of all, delicious dishes to feed yourself, your family, and your friends. There's nothing precious here, nothing trendy, just really good classic food that, at the end of the day, is all anyone wants to eat: Lobster Rolls, Vinegar-Braised Short Ribs, Roast Chicken with Potatoes, Gravlax, Chopped Radicchio Salad with Anchovy Vinaigrette, Moules Marinieres, Paccheri with Shrimp, American Diner-Style Omelet, Porcini Risotto, and that steak-two, actually, Grilled Rib-Eye Steak for One and a Steak au Poivre with Parsley Salad.And just enough desserts to have in your back pocket, including Berry Galette, Flourless Chocolate Cake, and notes on the importance of keeping a stash of Klondike bars in the freezer. Along the way, Hranek shares everything: what he keeps in his pantry, how he outfits his kitchen, shopping strategies (never come home from a trip without a few local ingredients; look for classic cookware at flea markets and tag sales), his no-waste philosophy for trimmings and leftovers, and dozens and dozens of pro tips (leave the skin on potatoes for better-tasting home fries; mix salad dressing in a jar and shake like hell for perfect emulsification; scissors are the easiest way to cut homemade pizza and focaccia). With its beautiful photographs and elegant look, A Man & His Kitchen is a stunning book, perfect for any man interested in cooking, no matter what level of expertise-because the real gift of this book is Matt's enthusiastic voice, encouraging us all to become passionate, attentive, and confident cooks.

The top manga launch in Japan in the first half of 2018, A Man and His Cat was also voted one of the top ten manga of 2018 by Japanese bookstore employees nationwide. Having won hearts and topped charts in Japan, this hotly anticipated series about an older gentleman and his unique, adorable cat is available in English for the first time! Rival pianist Geoffroy and five kittens (!!) have taken up residence at Mr. Kanda"s house, and things are livelier than ever! But when an outrageous young woman who claims to be Mr. Kanda"s daughter comes calling, Geoffroy is bewildered and has no one to turn to with Mr. Kanda away! What will become of Geoffroy when a visiting Hibino joins the fray, and cats and (found) family collide?!

In this best-selling, heartwarming tale, a lonely older man takes home a pet-shop kitten that no one else wants. It doesn"t take long for the pair to warm up to each other, and soon, they"re inseparable. Told through the eyes of both the man and his cat, this sweet and hilarious story is a balm for the soul! As if the Kanda house wasn"t full to the rafters already, the fur flies as Mr. Kanda"s surly son, Hoshinari, comes home to muscle his way into Moriyama"s band! But another person in the house means another lap to sit on and more hands to be pet with, so Fukumaru should be over the moon, right?! Turns out he"s anything but! Everyone"s too busy with the kittens to pay Fukumaru any attention! As despair sets in, will Fukumaru find a way to regain his place in his very own home?!

In this best-selling, heartwarming tale, a lonely older man takes home a pet-shop kitten that no one else wants. It doesn"t take long for the pair to warm up to each other, and soon, they"re inseparable. Told through the eyes of both the man and his cat, this sweet and hilarious story is a balm for the soul! Kanda, Kuju, and the manager of a rescued cat cafe head to a trash-filled apartment to help a cat! And as it would happen, Kuju ends up going to Kanda"s house. Does a confrontation with Hoshinari await?! Later, what Sorako tells Kuju hits Hibino and Geoffroy like a bolt from the blue. Will Kuju be able to play the piano for them?! As the cats bond with one another, it reminds the humans of what they hold dear...