A Difficult Day

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The multi-million copy global bestselling Crossfire series from Sylvia Day continues with Captivated by You. Gideon calls me his angel, but he's the miracle in my life. My gorgeous, wounded warrior, s

The sizzling third book in the New York Times bestselling Crossfire Trilogy following Bared to You and Reflected in You!

From the No. 1 international bestselling author of BARED TO YOU and REFLECTED IN YOU (Crossfire trilogy), A HUNGER SO WILD is the second red-hot paranormal romance following the sizzling A TOUCH OF CR

Eva and Gideon return in Reflected in You, the second novel in the erotic romance Crossfire series by Sylvia Day, following on from the blockbuster international bestseller Bared to You. Gideon Cross

From the No. 1 international bestselling author of BARED TO YOU and REFLECTED IN YOU (Crossfire trilogy), A TOUCH OF CRIMSON is the first novel in Sylvia Day's sensationally sexy Renegade Angels serie

With over 250,000 copies in print, the remarkable Journey Around series moves to America's second most popular history destination and our country's first capital.

A smart, sensual story of a young woman's sexual awakening at the hands of a handsome rogue. Seven years ago, on the eve of her wedding, young Lady Jessica Sheffield witnessed a scandalous seduction

Pride and Pleasure - the classic erotic romance - by Sylvia Day - author of the sensational international bestselling Bared to You, first book in the Crossfire series - is a tale of ambition, love and

Scandalous Liaisons by Sylvia Day is a trio of classic erotic romances, linking the tales of wicked rakes and the flawless aristocratic young women whose hearts - and bodies - they melt. In Stolen Pl

The heart-pounding sequel to THE FANDOM!'I cannot recommend The Fandom highly enough.' LOUISE O'NEILLNate's time is running out. Violet and Katie re-enterThe Gallows Dance to rescue him, but when a ro

本書 We Still Belong 由榮獲 American Indian Youth Literature Honor 的作者 Christine Day 所寫，是一部描寫身分認同與歸屬感的中階小說。故事發生在短短一天之中，Wesley 原本期待在 Indigenous Peoples’ Day 朗讀自己寫的詩，也計畫鼓起勇氣邀請心儀的男孩參加舞會，卻接連遭遇挫折。由於部族制度的限制，她無法正式登記為 Upper Skagit 成員，這讓她不斷懷疑自己是否「不夠原住民」。在家人、朋友與跨部族 powwow 的陪伴下，Wesley 慢慢理解，身分不只來自制度，也來自情感、記憶與連結。A thoughtful and heartfelt middle grade novel by American Indian Youth Literature Honor-winning author Christine Day (Upper Skagit), about a girl whose hopeful plans for Indigenous Peoples' Day (and plans to ask her crush to the school dance) go all wrong--until she finds herself surrounded by the love of her Indigenous family and community at an intertribal powwow.Wesley is proud of the poem she wrote for Indigenous Peoples' Day--but the reaction from a teacher makes her wonder if expressing herself is important enough. And due to the specific tribal laws of her family's Nation, Wesley is unable to enroll in the Upper Skagit tribe and is left feeling "not Native enough." Through the course of t

In this Level Two I Can Read! Comic join Curious George and friends for a day of outdoor fun and field games!It's the perfect day for some outdoor fun, and Curious George has big plans! With the help of the man with the yellow hat, George hosts a series of field games for his friends.While everyone splits up into teams and keeps score, George learns that field day is about having fun—win or lose! When all the players have a good time, everyone wins.With a gentle SEL message and reminder about good sportsmanship, this latest adventure is perfect for beginning readers.Curious George: Field Dayis a Level Two I Can Read! Comic, geared for kids who are comfortable with comics and can read on their own but still need a little help.

鰻魚的謎題：從亞里斯多德到佛洛伊德都解不開的世紀生物大烏龍！「我們自認對鰻魚了解得越多，這種神祕的生物就越是溜之大吉……」這是一本關於鰻魚的書，但它絕對會顛覆你對知識的想像！由非小說類金獎作家尼古拉斯·戴（《蒙娜麗莎失蹤記》作者）與凱迪克榮譽獎得主柯瑞·R·塔伯（《小飛鳥梅爾》插畫家）聯手，帶來這場情節滑溜、充滿驚奇的深海探索之旅。在人類歷史上，鰻魚一直是一個完美的「隱形 misfit（怪咖）」。牠們雖然長得像蛇，但其實是魚類。你可能會以為現代科學早就摸透了牠們的底細：在哪裡出生？怎麼長大？住在哪裡？死於何處？但事實上，科學家研究得越深，就越覺得自己像個傻瓜——因為鰻魚總是能在關鍵時刻溜之大吉，留下科學家們在原地抓頭頓足。本書用幽默的筆觸與明亮生動的插畫，將「科學史」與「生物學」完美融合。這場真實存在的世紀謎團，曾讓歷史上最聰明的大腦們——從哲學家亞里斯多德到心理學大師佛洛伊德——通通百思不得其解！結合科學與歷史，探索鰻魚數世紀以來令亞里斯多德到佛洛伊德等大師都百思不得其解的生態謎團。From the author of the Sibert Medal–winning The Mona Lisa Vanishes and the illustrator of the Caldecott Honor book Mel Fell comes a slippery, wondrous exploration of a mysterious misfit: the eel. Often misunderstood, the eel has baffled scientists and befuddled philosophers for centuries.You’d think a book about eels would tell you everything you need to know about eels: where they’re born, how they grow, where they live, where they die. But the truth is far stranger: the more we think we know about eels, the more the mysterious creature wriggle

The beloved elementary school sleuth Cam Jansen is back in her 31st mystery!Eric's father is finally graduating from college. But before the celebration can begin, a very special present from Grandpa

A castle that is constantly rearranging itself, and a young royal family sworn to protect it . . . Celie, Rolf, and their beloved Castle Glower are back in this bestselling sequel to Tuesdays at the

See where it all began with Jessica Day George's magical bestselling series!Tuesdays at Castle Glower are Princess Celie's favorite days. That's because on Tuesdays the castle adds a new room, a turre

There is never a dull moment for Celie and her family in Castle Glower--even when they're not in the Castle itself! After traveling to the seaside kingdom of Lilah's betrothed prince, Lulath, Celie an

Follows the activities of a group of fairies at night while children sleep, in a book with transparent illustrations intended to be projected onto a wall with a flashlight.

Soothe little ones' nighttime fears with this unique bedtime book! Whoo's There? offers gentle rhymes about six nighttime creatures -- an owl, a raccoon, fireflies, and more.Shine the beam of a light (not included) through the page ''windows'' to cast pictures on the wall as you read with your child.It's a fun and comforting way to end the day and experience a book together.Please note: For best results, use this shadow book with a small, single-bulb light source. A small pen light, other single-LED light, or the light on the back of a smartphone is recommended. Multi-LED flashlights are not recommended. If you have trouble getting a clear image, try moving your light closer to or farther away from the page.Ages 3 to 9.Sturdy covered wire-o hardcover binding.Book measures 6-3/8'' wide x 9'' high.

A school day can be so overwhelming: so many people, so many noises, so many things to remember. Grown-ups say it'll get easier with time, but even saying hello is incredibly hard. Thank goodness for comforts like math, for anything that can relax a restless mind. Maybe this time a few words will come out at last...An empathetic look at anxiety and overstimulation, It's So Difficult follows a child throughout the challenging routines of a single day. Even the smallest step forward can be an enormous triumph.