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Yuki is a typical college student--it"s just that she can"t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake! "There are still so many children with the same dream.” Yuki and Itsuomi have finished moving in together, and the part of Itsuomi’s life that he’s been keeping secret has come literally crashing into their relationship! A neighbor collapses, and the two step in to help, only to discover that this is the older brother of Itsuomi’s backpacker friend Tasuku. Will this be the catalyst that finally prompts Itsuomi to be completely honest about his dreams? Meanwhile, Oushi-kun reckons with the rapid progress in Yuki’s relationship…

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 160, Publishers: Kodansha America, Author: MORISHITA,SUU, ISBN-13: 9798888779682, Date of issue: 2026

Yuki is a typical college student--it's just that she can't hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!FITS AND STARTS Why must the time we spend together always be so short? After struggling with her feelings for Itsuomi, Yuki s chosen love. An intense heart-to-heart between the two, sitting against a laundromat window watching the falling snow, has begun to deepen their relationship. But there s still much more progress to be made, and Yuki finds the world Itsuomi inhabits intimidating How can they keep communicating when Itsuomi drops in and out of Yuki s life? From the acclaimed author of Shortcake Cake, the hit shojo series with more than a million copies in print, this new work is full of real-life details about Japanese sign language and living without hearing, and it's sure to please fans of romantic stories like A Silent Voice, Kimi ni Todoke, and Love in Focus!

Yuki is a typical college student--it's just that she can't hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!I wonder, will these extraordinary things, bit by bit, become… ordinary?Yuki’s life revolved around friends, fashion, her classes, and social media, until something interrupted her routine: a chance meeting with Itsuomi, a classmate with a passion for languages, world travel, movies—and, increasingly, for Yuki. Amazed at how casually Itsuomi asked her out, Yuki couldn’t help but wonder how serious this relationship was for him, but, with Itsuomi showing his devotion in little ways, every day, another thrilling thought has entered her mind: What if this new happiness could become her new normal? A singular, touching love story from the creator of Shortcake Cake!

Yuki is a typical college student--it"s just that she can"t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!Yuki, who’s always been deaf, is used to communicating with sign language and her phone. But she’s not used to English, so when a tourist from overseas asks for directions, she nearly panics…until a handsome stranger steps in to help. His name is Itsuomi, and it turns out he’s a friend of a friend. A charismatic globetrotter, Itsuomi speaks three languages, but he’s never had a deaf friend. The two feel drawn to each other and plan a date on a romantic winter’s night, but Yuki’s friend is afraid that she might be setting herself up to get hurt. Could this be something real? Or will these feelings melt away with the snow?

Emma ambushed Itsuomi at school and dragged him to the arcade, where he was brutally honest about his lack of romantic interest in her. What Itsuomi didn"t realize is that Oushi happened to see them go in together. He also doesn"t know that Oushi confronted Yuki, giving her an embrace that spoke louder than his words ever have, and that left Yuki feeling a sinking guilt. This haze of unrequited feelings seems to threaten Yuki and Itsuomi"s still-tender bond of trust, until Itsuomi makes an astonishing suggestion.

Yuki is a typical college student--it"s just that she can"t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake! "There are still parts of me-words, faces-that I’ve never shown you..." Emma"s relentless pursuit of Itsuomi has hit a wall, and Shin is left to pick up the pieces, if Emma will let him. Meanwhile, Oushi-kun"s sudden confession makes Yuki anxious about Itsuomi"s feelings. Just as the two seem to have their respective third wheels under control, Itsuomi makes a stunning suggestion: Will Yuki come and live with him? It takes courage for Yuki to admit why she"s hesitant. But the clock is ticking down to Itsuomi"s graduation, and his trip abroad. Yuki decides to overcome her fears of being a burden and accept. What new tensions will this bring into their relationship?

Yuki is a typical college student--it"s just that she can"t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!"There are still parts of me-words, faces-that I’ve never shown you..."Emma"s relentless pursuit of Itsuomi has hit a wall, and Shin is left to pick up the pieces, if Emma will let him. Meanwhile, Oushi-kun"s sudden confession makes Yuki anxious about Itsuomi"s feelings. Just as the two seem to have their respective third wheels under control, Itsuomi makes a stunning suggestion: Will Yuki come and live with him? It takes courage for Yuki to admit why she"s hesitant. But the clock is ticking down to Itsuomi"s graduation, and his trip abroad. Yuki decides to overcome her fears of being a burden and accept. What new tensions will this bring into their relationship?

The best-selling shojo romance manga from the creator of Shortcake Cake gets a new, large-sized omnibus edition! Yuki is a typical college student--it"s just that she can"t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? Catch up on the manga before watching the anime! Includes Vol. 1-3. Yuki, who"s always been deaf, is used to communicating with sign language and her phone. But she"s not used to English, so when a tourist from overseas asks for directions, she nearly panics...until a handsome stranger steps in to help. His name is Itsuomi, and it turns out he"s a friend of a friend. A charismatic globetrotter, Itsuomi speaks three languages, but he"s never had a deaf friend. The two feel drawn to each other and plan a date on a romantic winter"s night, but Yuki"s friend is afraid that she might be setting herself up to get hurt. Could this be something real? Or will these feelings melt away with the snow?

The best-selling shojo romance manga from the creator of Shortcake Cake gets a new, large-sized omnibus edition! Yuki is a typical college student--it's just that she can't hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance?If you loved the anime, see where the story goes next! Includes Vol. 10-12.Parental permission, planning, packing—the tedious part is over, and Yuki and Itsuomi have finally moved in together. But with the distractions out of the way, there’s no way for Yuki to avoid thinking about the reality that she’s going to be in a tiny apartment with her hot boyfriend all day, and…all night! No one taught her how to handle these feelings. A single bedroom isn’t big enough to keep secrets, either, and Itsuomi will soon have to share what he’s been keeping inside, whether he’s ready or not…

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 368, Publishers: W W NORTON & CO, Author: Ravella,Shilpa, ISBN-13: 9781324074328, Date of issue: 2024

¿Acaso tengo miedo de acercarme a Nishimiya? Shôya decide seguirviviendo para devolverle a Shôko la felicidad que le arrebató. Porella, volverá a enfrentarse a un pasado con el que decidió cortar para siempre hace mucho tiempo. Sorprendentemente,

The award-winning modern classic about a girl who can't hear and her bully, which inspired the acclaimed anime film from Kyoto Animation, returns in a beautiful, two-volume collector's edition. Each extra-large, deluxe hardcover contains over 700 pages of manga on crisp, premium paper, and more than fifty pages of new content.Voices Come in Many FormsIn elementary school, Shoya Ishida led his peers in tormenting a classmate who couldn't hear, Shoko Nishimiya. When Shoko transfers schools, Shoya finds he has gone from bully to bullied, and he's left completely alone. Six years later, Shoya struggles to redeem himself in Shoko's eyes and to face the classmates who turned on him.This deluxe, large-sized hardcover includes the first half of this award-winning manga as well as over fifty pages of content never published in English before. Enjoy color art and concept sketch galleries, early drafts of the story, and interviews with creator Yoshitoki Oima and others, packed with behind-the-scenes details!YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens Top Ten Selection; Eisner Award NomineeA tender portrayal of adolescence and the longing to be accepted. -The New York Times"A Silent Voice isn't just a potential conversation starter about bullying, it also teaches empathy and has the potential to change behavior." -School Library Journal"A very rare chance to see characters with disabilities represented on the page and a harsh light shed on the way that Japanese culture handles this difficult topic." -Comics BulletinA very powerful story about being different and the consequences of childhood bullying Read it. -Anime News NetworkThe word heartwarming was made for manga like this. -Manga BookshelfA story of transformation A Silent Voice [depicts] a truly egalitarian view of love, something we can all obtain by our own capacity to love, rather than something limited to a perfect relationship. -Polygon

Years ago, Shoya Ishida led his peers in tormenting a hearing-impaired classmate, Shoko Nishimiya. When she transfers schools, Shoya finds he has gone from bully to bullied, and is left completely alone. Now Shoya struggles to redeem himself in Shoko's eyes and to face the classmates who turned on him.He learns sign language to apologise to Shoko for his behaviour, and so begins a relationship that will change his and Shoko's lives forever.

A SILENT PRAYERTime stands still for both Shoya and Shoko. Triggered by past traumas, Shoya coldly attacked his friends and burnt the bridges he first set out to rebuild. Shoko feels a deep responsibility for this disaster and attempts to pay for it by taking her own life. Meanwhile, each of their friends finally show their true colors. After everything has fallen apart, how will they mend their hearts and put the pieces back together?

SEE YOU LATERShoya’s life hangs on by a thread after he jumped just in time to save Shoko. Despite the despair, Shoko is determined to move forward and get back what she thinks she has ruined… But broken friendships can heal, too. Quietly, but surely, the disbanded crew finds their spirit — the show must go on! As the movie-making reconvenes, the kids begin to transform the world that had once been so cruel to them. What could the future hold for everyone?Final volume!

Years ago, Shoya Ishida led his peers in tormenting a hearing-impaired classmate, Shoko Nishimiya. When she transfers schools, Shoya finds he has gone from bully to bullied, and is left completely alone. Now Shoya struggles to redeem himself in Shoko's eyes and to face the classmates who turned on him.He learns sign language to apologise to Shoko for his behaviour, and so begins a relationship that will change his and Shoko's lives forever.

"Hallo, mein Name ist Shouko Nishimiya und ich bin taub. Es freut mich, euch kennenzulernen." steht in großen Lettern auf einem Blatt Papier geschrieben, welches Shouko in die Höhe hält.§Trotz anfänglicher Toleranz ist ihr Handicap für ihre Mitschüler ein Problem und das lassen sie Shouko spüren. Besonders der vorlaute Ishida ist ganz vorne mit dabei und zusammen machen sie ihr das Leben schwer.§Viele Jahre später sucht Ishida Shouko erneut auf, um sich für Vergangenes zu entschuldigen. Aber wie soll er ihr, nach allem was geschehen ist, je wieder unter die Augen treten?

Shouko ist von Geburt an taub und wird während ihrer Schulzeit stark gemobbt, sodass sie sogar mehrmals die Schule wechselt. Allen voran steht der junge Ishida, den Shoukos Taubheit mehr als nervt und ihr daher besonders übel mitspielt. Einige Jahre später sucht Ishida Shouko erneut auf, um sich bei ihr zu entschuldigen und gibt ihrer Freundschaft damit eine neue Chance, an der er trotz aller Widrigkeiten festhält.

Shouko ist von Geburt an taub und wird während ihrer Schulzeit stark gemobbt, sodass sie sogar mehrmals die Schule wechselt. Allen voran steht der junge Ishida, den Shoukos Taubheit mehr als nervt und ihr daher besonders übel mitspielt. Einige Jahre später sucht Ishida Shouko erneut auf, um sich bei ihr zu entschuldigen und gibt ihrer Freundschaft damit eine neue Chance, an der er trotz aller Widrigkeiten festhält.

A Silver-Grey Death (银灰色的死 in Chinese) and Drowning (沉沦), both by Yu Dafu (郁達夫), are short stories written and published in 1920 and 1921 respectively. Both tell the story of a young man, a Chinese national, living and studying in Japan in the early 20th century. Both are based (in part) on experiences in the authorʼs life.Yu Dafu is perhaps unique, among Chinese writers of the period, as an author of decadence - in the literary sense, and in ways that should interest (if not please) Western readers. In both stories are themes of loneliness, desire (for the opposite sex), frustration, heavy drinking, and (in at least one of the stories, if not both): death. Both are succinct in their descriptions and both are beautifully written, sometimes hauntingly so. The narratives move at a clip.Drowning is hands-down Yu Dafuʼs best-known work (in the West and in the East). It is the story of a young Chinese national who leaves his motherland, China, to study abroad in Japan. A loner by temperament, he soon finds himself "feeling pitifully lonely..." A self-styled poet, he recurs to nature, taking long walks in the countryside outside Nagoya. But dwelling frequently in nature and reading books all alone only go so far for a young man who regularly practices onanism in his room, immediately regrets it, fantasizes about his landlordʼs daughter, and is sexually attracted to just about every girl he meets. It is only a matter of time before he finds himself in a Japanese "tavern" where a young Geisha girl with bad breath serves him too much sake. You can imagine the rest, or you can read the story.

A Simple Book of Strength is a book about strength written for the every day person. This book is not intended for gym rats, powerlifters, bodybuilders, or performing strongmen. It's for the person who wants to be stronger in their lives so they can feel good and enjoy their lives better.Having strength just makes life better.In this book, you'll learn how to gain access to your full strength potential by engaging in simple movements that remove the inhibitions of your strength. You're amazingly strong right now; this is a guide to learning how to express the strength you already have.There are also strength routines in this book that you can use to build and harness your strength further.The bottom line is, you are designed to be strong. If you want to understand and experience that design, read this book.

Two brothers and a friend find $4 million in the cockpit of a downed plane. The pilot is dead. No one is looking for the money. To keep it, all they have to do is wait. It all sounded so simple.

Welcome to sunny suburban 1960s Southern California. George is a gay middle-aged English professor, adjusting to solitude after the tragic death of his young partner. He is determined to persist in the routines of his former life. A Single Man fo

Your Ultimate Guide to Raising a Confident and Responsible Young Man!Are you a single mother determined to raise a son who embodies respect, integrity, and independence? Look no further. This essential guide is crafted specifically for you, packed with practical advice and heartfelt wisdom to navigate the unique challenges and triumphs of single motherhood."A Single Mother's Guide: Raising a Son to Be a Man" offers invaluable insights that will transform your parenting journey. From understanding your critical role to overcoming common challenges, this book sets the stage for creating a nurturing and stable home environment where your son can thrive.Discover the keys to clear and effective communication, teaching your son to express his feelings openly. Learn how to instill unwavering discipline and responsibility, setting him up for lifelong success. This guide provides strategies to find positive male role models who will inspire and encourage healthy relationships, shaping your son into a well-rounded individual.Dive into lessons on teaching respect, honesty, and integrity, ensuring your son grows up with strong moral values. With chapters dedicated to academic and extracurricular excellence, this book helps you support his interests and talents, all while keeping up with his emotional and mental well-being.Equip him to navigate peer pressure, social challenges, and understand the importance of financial literacy. As he transitions into adulthood, be confident in guiding him through major life decisions with the tools and knowledge provided in these pages. Celebrate milestones and achievements, creating lasting traditions and memories that will strengthen your bond.Why wait to make a lasting impact on his future? Embrace the fulfilling journey of raising your son to be a strong, disciplined, and compassionate man. Your roadmap to success begins here.Get your copy today and start building the future he deserves!

  "Delicious fun" Observer "A sparkling escapist romance" Daily Express With shades of Pride and Prejudice and The Count of Monte Cristo, Laura Wood has penned a Cinderella story for the Bridgerton generation. A companion novel to Laura's Agency for Scandal series. Iris Grey's childhood was idyllic...until her father remarried. Iris's new stepmother and two stepsisters were cold-hearted schemers, and when her father dies in mysterious circumstances, Iris knows that something is wrong. Far too spirited to be forced into a life of servitude, she runs away to London.When she crosses paths with handsome, clever and cold Nicholas Wynter, Iris realises that this is her moment for revenge. Together they plot the downfall of their enemies - but the pair begin to find they have more in common than a desire for justice. Will their spark burn bright or will it be extinguished in the flames of their ambition? A fabulously fresh retelling of Cinderella with a heroine who isn't afraid to take her destiny into her own hands Perfect for fans of Jane Austen Laura Wood is the author of A Sky Painted Gold and Under a Dancing Star   MORE REVIEWS FOR A SINGLE THREAD OF MOONLIGHT "A Cinderella revenge story and a Bridgerton vibe...Sardonic dialogue, fabulous dresses, balls and society intrigue galore: delicious fun." OBSERVER "I adored this Victorian-set retelling of Cinderella, featuring an irrepressible heroine, a sardonic hero, beautiful dresses, intrigue and revenge. Be still, my heart!." Sarra Manning "Laura Wood is the literary equivalent of lighting the fancy candle on a rainy afternoon" Ella Risbridger "Swoon-worthy and brilliant with Bridgerton vibes" M.A. Kuzniar "The perfect delicious read for anyone craving more Bridgerton" Lauren James "A Cinderella retelling like you've never read before with a swoon-worthy romance"; BOOKSNEST "A deliciously divine tale of loss, lies and love that completely swept me away" BOOKLOVERJO

The former Beatrice Hyde-Clare is having a little trouble adjusting to her new situation. Now installed as the Duchess of Kesgrave in elegant splendor in Berkeley Square, she is confounded by the stately residence's seemingly endless array of rooms and every time one of the maids addresses her as "your grace," she flinches. And the butler! Oh, yes, that imposing servant holds her in utter contempt and has no qualms about sharing his opinion with the rest of the staff. It's all so wretched. But just as Bea begins to despair-a bright spot.A neighboring house has suffered a ghastly tragedy, and although the constable deems it an inadvertent decapitation, she can't believe anyone could be so careless as to accidentally lose his head. Determined to discover the truth, the new duchess pays her first social call.Because even if she can't find her way around her palatial home, she certainly knows her way around a murder.

Veronica"s natural-historian beau, Stoker, has been away in Bavaria for months and their relationship is at an impasse. But when Veronica shows up before him with his brother, Tiberius, Lord Templeton-Vane, he is lured back home by an intriguing job offer: preparing an iguanodon for a very special dinner party. Tiberius has received a cryptic message - along with the obituaries of two recently deceased members of his old group of friends, the Seven Sinners - that he too should get his affairs in order. Realising he is in grave danger but not knowing why, he plans a reunion party for the remaining Sinners at his family estate to lure the killer out while Veronica and Stoker investigate. As the guests arrive and settle in, the evening"s events turn deadly. More clues come to light, leading Veronica, Stoker, and Tiberius to uncover a shared past among the Sinners that has led to the fatal present. But the truth might be far more sinister than what they were prepared for.

Prepare for the jaw-dropping finale of Sabaa Tahir's beloved New York Times bestselling An Ember in the Ashes fantasy series, and discover: Who will survive the storm?Picking up just a few months after A Reaper at the Gates left off...The long-imprisoned jinn are on the attack, wreaking bloody havoc in villages and cities alike. But for the Nightbringer, vengeance on his human foes is just the beginning.By his side, Commandant Keris Veturia declares herself Empress, and calls for the heads of any and all who defy her rule. At the top of the list? The Blood Shrike and her remaining family.Laia of Serra, now allied with the Blood Shrike, struggles to recover from the loss of the two people most important to her. Determined to stop the approaching apocalypse, she throws herself into the destruction of the Nightbringer. In the process, she awakens an ancient power that could lead her to victory—or to an unimaginable doom.And deep in the Waiting Place, the Soul Catcher seeks only to forget the life—and love—he left behind. Yet doing so means ignoring the trail of murder left by the Nightbringer and his jinn. To uphold his oath and protect the human world from the supernatural, the Soul Catcher must look beyond the borders of his own land. He must take on a mission that could save—or destroy—all that he knows.

The second book in the all-new Golden Court romantasy trilogy. A secret song. A hidden fortress.A world on the brink of war. Royal guard Sadie Rauxtide has been grappling with how she’ll fit into the Golden Court, after the long, tyrannical reign of the evil sorceress has finally ended. But all thoughts of peace are lost when rival Wolf king Nero kidnaps the new Queen’s friend and mentor, Ora.Sadie along with Navin and Maez are tasked with discovering Nero’s secrets. Yet Navin is hiding things too, and Sadie must uncover them, all while battling her growing attraction to the man who betrayed her. She may have a mission, but the heart wants what it wants and fate has its own magic.Meanwhile, Queen Calla is forced to seek help from the Ice Wolf pack’s queen to stop Nero’s prejudicial rule. But when she repeatedly dismisses Calla’s new gender identity and is unwilling to help rescue Ora, Calla must battle between diplomacy and being their true self. As war brews and Sadie and Calla struggle to gain support, the pair will discover that the world of Aotreas is more than it seems.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 240, Publishers: ROARING BROOK PR, Author: Susie Yi, ISBN-13: 9781250843883, Date of issue: 2023

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 368, Publishers: Penguin Publishing Group, Author: Leader,Daniel, ISBN-13: 9780593421581, Date of issue: 2024

An investigation is launched into the death of a man in Cornwall, found in his family's workshop. Compulsive crime featuring Inspector Thomas Lynley, from bestselling author Elizabeth George.

A mysterious woman stalks a seaside town. An isolated couple inhabit a house full of tropical birds. A rowboat floats down a river toward a witch's cave. Death wanders an unnamed city during the plague. Sara Century's debut short story collection carries with it surreal visions inspired by pulp paperbacks, art house films, comic books of all flavors, and classic queer villains. A Small Light & Other Stories gathers tales that hinge on troubled characters with nothing left to lose encountering existential horrors, where everyday problems escalate into insurmountable monsters, and we find ourselves unable to escape dreams long since transformed into nightmares.

A brilliant look at colonialism and its effects in Antigua, by the author of Annie John.Lyrical, sardonic, and forthright, A Small Place magnifies our vision of one small place with Swiftian wit and precision. Jamaica Kincaid's expansive essay candidly appraises the ten-by-twelve-mile island in the British West Indies where she grew up, Antigua, and makes palpable the impact of European colonialism and tourism.This book is a missive to the traveler, whether American or European, who wants to escape the banality and corruption of some large place. Kincaid, powerful and resolute, reminds us that the Antiguan people, formerly British subjects, are unable to escape the same drawbacks of their own tiny realm-that behind the benevolent Caribbean scenery are human lives, always complex and often fraught with injustice.

A friend talks about you behind your back. What do you say? You need a bigger allowance. How do you ask your parents? You ruin your friend's favorite book. How do you apologize? Here are the exact words you'll need in these situations -- plus more than 200

What's your money style? If you have the cash, do you make it last? Or do you spend it during a big shopping spree? What's the trick to saving for something big--and to being a better shopper? In this book, learn how to not only spend that cash, but also h

Team sport or solo activity? To compete, to express your creativity, to have fun with friends, or to feel good in your skin? Whatever you play, whatever your reason, whatever your level, this book is for you. You'll find exercises to make you stronger and

I wasn't smart enough to learn a computer language like Python-until I got smart about how to learn it.I was smart enough to earn an honors degree in philosophy from Harvard, but an aptitude test told me to avoid computer programming. I'm sure

NATIONAL BESTSELLERIn this breathtaking work of Indigenous futurism, Darcie Little Badger weaves an unforgettable tale of monsters, magic, and family Nina is a Lipan girl in our world. She's always felt there was something more out there. She still believes in the old stories.Oli is a cottonmouth kid, from the land of spirits and monsters. Like all cottonmouths, he's been cast from home. He's found a new one on the banks of the bottomless lake.Nina and Oli have no idea the other exists. But a catastrophic event on Earth, and a strange sickness that befalls Oli's best friend, will drive their worlds together in ways they haven't been in centuries.And there are some who will kill to keep them apart. BEST OF THE YEARMinneapolis Star Tribune • Publishers Weekly • Kirkus • Apple Books • New York Public Library • Chicago Public Library • AutostraddleAWARDSNEBULA AWARD WINNERNEWBERY AWARD HONORAMERICAN INDIAN YOUTH LITERATURE AWARD HONORNATIONAL BOOK AWARD LONGLISTP R A I S E"A spellbinding tale." -Texas Monthly"Genre-bending."-TIME"Undeniably charming."-Tor.com★ "Evokes the timeless feeling of listening to traditional oral storytelling."-Kirkus (starred) ★ "Fun, imaginative, and deeply immersive, this story will be long in the minds of readers."-Publishers Weekly (starred)★ "Magical, stunning, and wholly original."-Booklist (starred)"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection

Hikikomori is considered an increasingly prevalent form of social isolation in Japan. This book explores personal hikikomori experiences and explains how post-war Japanese social policy, which depends on corporations and families, has created several generations of isolated, family-dependent individuals in contemporary Japan.

The witty and gripping new thriller introducing your new favourite murderous heroine: Lalla Rook. 'Lalla Rook is ruthless, unapologetic and shamelessly murderous, you're going to love her' Gillian McAllister 'A wickedly dark and hilarious debut … witty, wise and wildly entertaining’ Alice Feeney 'Deliciously dark, clever satire. Lalla Rook is a genius creation. I absolutely loved it!' Shari Lapena - There’s a dead body in my living room. I’ve not called the police because it was I who stabbed him. Seven times in all. The truth is, it’s surprisingly difficult to dispatch someone with a vegetable knife. In case you’re wondering, the dead man is not my husband. I do resent our pitiful sex life and his woeful lack of ambition, but I wouldn’t murder him for it. Not yet, anyway. Right now, I have far more pressing concerns: scheming to get my daughter into the perfect school; buying my dream home in Hampstead; and disposing of a corpse. A woman’s work is never done. I’ve created the perfect life – and I’ll kill to keep it. Praise for A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage 'Scintillating … a sardonic social comedy cunningly disguised as a psychological thriller' Sunday Times, Pick of the Month 'This satirical thriller is the perfect antidote to the winter blues' Guardian 'The most wildly entertaining novel you'll read this year: suspenseful but funny, shocking yet stylish' A. J. Finn 'Big Little Lies meets Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ Booklist 'A blackly comic delight … sharply sardonic and unputdownable’ Financial Times 'A witty, propulsive debut with an anti-hero you can't help but root for’ Mirror 'Hilariously dark, refreshingly honest, and highly entertaining’ Woman’s Weekly READERS LOVE LALLA ROOK 'This one is a wild ride, but in the best way possible … What a main character!!!!’ ????? 'Perfection to read … such a good ride’ ????? 'An incredibly fun read! A one-of-a-kind main character … I honestly couldn’t get enough of her. Twisty, sharp, and wildly entertaining’ ????? 'Witty and wild … an unforgettable female protagonist finding her own way through some very bad days’ ????? 'Totally chaotic and that's why I adored it … chock full of twists and turns’?????

The idea of "a soft place to heal" came to me when i finished writing my book "when you're ready to bloom". Blooming is beautiful. It's something you can see, unlike healing; it's quiet. It happens in the darkest moments. I realized that not everyone is ready to bloom. Some of us are still learning rest, we don't remember our last breath. Some of us are still tending to the wounds no one else can see, the same wounds that are years old. And before we're truly ready to bloom and become, we need somewhere soft to land. Somewhere safe to just be.This book is not about finding perfection in healing because you will always come up short. Healing is messy, chaotic, but it's honest. It's not about having it all figured out. It's the in-between, the breaking and rebuilding, and the moments we needed to sacrifice for survival. It's about the days you feel like throwing in the towel and feel like you won't make it to another. the nights you are restless and cry to sleep. The mornings you carry what the world can't see. Healing isn't linear. It's not an aesthetic. Every demon you face won't always have someone arriving with gratitude. It's learning how to set boundaries, grieving the life you had and the one you didn't get to meet. It's forgiving yourself because you deserve to heal from everything you weren't meant to endure.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Publishers: Klett Sprachen GmbH, ISBN-13: 9783125783423, Date of issue: 2026

Can she create a new family with an alien warrior? On the anniversary of the disappearance of Mariah's sister and nephew, Mariah returns to their last known location, expecting to find only painful memories. Instead, she encounters an alien spac

A peaceful, gentle, and passionate kingdom named Arbonne is invaded by ruthless northern warriors, and Arbonne's goddess and Arbonne's people must band together to fight the invaders.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 224, Publishers: Random House Children's Books, Author: ONEILL K, ISBN-13: 9780593182307, Date of issue: 2025

A beautifully written coming-of-age YA romance, perfect for fans of John Green, Alice Oseman, Stephen Chbosky and Jennifer Niven. Connie Moore has never failed at anything. That is until the Royal Academy of Music decide her piano playing isn't good enough and she finds herself pursuing her back-up plan: moving into student halls to study English Literature.

'A relentlessly gripping, glorious epic fantasy - the exhilarating must-read fantasy debut of 2025' Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine ThroneIn the kingdom of Nine Lands, incursions by an ancient enemy are dealt with by the Invoker clans - warriors of noble blood who can summon their ancestors to fight with them in battle. But when Temi, a commoner from the slums, accidentally invokes a powerful spirit, she finds it could hold the key to ending this centuries-long war.But as secrets long buried come to light, Temi will learn that not everything that can be invoked is an ancestor, and some of the spirits that can be drawn from the ancestral realm are more dangerous than anyone can imagine.'A Song of Legends Lost is stunning and vividly told . .. Ayinde is a master storyteller, and readers are in good hands from the very first pages to the very last'Andrea Stewart, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Bone Shard Daughter'A whirlwind debut of ferocious talent and compulsive storytelling that lifts you up from the first page and never lets go. It's joyous from end to end - and highly recommended!'Lavie Tidhar, World Fantasy Award-winning author

Ilaria Shaye Kitarni is the sole heir to the Midorian Throne, but she will never be permitted to rule.On the eve of her wedding to her childhood best friend, she unwittingly thwarts an assassination attempt, and is kidnapped by the Tronovians, the sworn enemy of the Midorians.Determined to escape her captors, she burns their boat and swims to the shores of the Jungle Kingdom of Bava. But instead of getting away, she thrusts herself, and the three magic-wielding brothers who captured her, into perils she's only ever read about in books.During the long trek through Bava, she discovers hidden truths not only about the people she loves most, but about herself as well. Never trust a Tronovian. That has been beaten into Shaye's head for as long as she can remember, but could it be, the only people she can trust, are her enemies?A Song of Shadow and Starlight is the first book in a NA Fantasy Romance and Adventure series!