Hard Call

In 1946, an alien virus is accidentally unleashed that changes the world forever. Most of those infected die horribly, said to have drawn the Black Queen as their fated card. Ninety percent of those w

In Hard Call, acclaimed authors John McCain and Mark Salter describe the anatomy of great decisions in history by telling the remarkable stories of men and women who have exemplified composure, wisdom

A high-profile senator and presidential candidate pays tribute to men and women he believes were forefront examples of composure, wisdom, and intellect in the face of tough decisions, in a volume that

Reflects on the experiences of Jennifer Worth as a midwife in London's postwar East End, including the nuns from whom she learned her craft and the interesting and challenging births she aided during

''She lists like Hornby. She talks dirty like Amis. She has the misanthropy of Larkin and examines the finer points of sexual technique as she is adjusting the torque on a beloved but temperamental old E-type...It's hard to believe that this clever and candid new voice has no more to say.Whoever the author is, she should give up the day job. Only then will we find out what the real Belle de Jour is made of.' IndependentThis follow-up to the hugely successful 'Intimate Adventures' will be just as bold, funny and brilliant. Peppered with agony-aunt letters and advice, and stories from her 'working' life, it's also the story of a young woman making her way in the world - told in Belle's inimitable voice.

Every animal in the forest can have a home they love with the help of Ms. Mouse in this whimsical and educational book about design and architecture.Henrietta is a world-famous architect, and the only mouse in the world who knows what makes a squirrel or a rabbit, a caterpillar or a frog feel at home. A dreamer, a designer, an artist, and a creator, Henrietta works at her drawing board to imagine the perfect home for each of her friends, be they woodland, water, subterranean or winged creatures.With clever features, like a trapdoor for Mole or a telescope platform for Owl, and the ideal placement, like high in a pine for Squirrel or inside a pear for Caterpillar, Henrietta Mouse’s houses are both practical and beautiful—in short, ingenious!George Mendoza’s Need a House? Call Ms. Mouse! is as inspiring today as when it was first published in 1981, and Doris Susan Smith’s illustrations of this hard-working female protagonist and her fantastical designs and architectural marvels will capt

The Poseidon team are hard-bodied, fiercely competitive Navy SEALs. But when a sensitive mission goes disastrously wrong, three of the team's finest will have to trust their hearts and instincts to un

A granddaughter recounts the reasons why her grandmother is hard to love--and why she loves her anyway.

When money is no object, discretion is essential, and time is of the essence, the police are not an option. That’s when the wealthy and powerful call on the men of Fortis—a trio of former government a

"Suddenly, I found myself standing on a hard floor instead of being under the oak tree. A thick cloud of fog that streamed with light obscured my vision. The cloud moved all around me and when it brus

"Suddenly, I found myself standing on a hard floor instead of being under the oak tree. A thick cloud of fog that streamed with light obscured my vision. The cloud moved all around me and when it brus

Lieutenant Cade Grant is rugged and gorgeous, but his heart is as hard as they come.Innocent Liv needs work fast; if she has to be housekeeper to the brooding lieutenant then so be it!Soon Cade wants

WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Unorthodox scientists Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler decided to go into business, forming a company specialising in paranormal investigations. Now, along with Winston

Stolen from his easy life and propelled into the world of the Klondike Gold Rush, a dog called Buck begins to hear the call of the wild as his hard journey continues. The book's compact format and ric

Buck is a strong, intelligent dog who moves from an easy life in Californiato the Klondike. Life is tough in the cold north of Canada and Buck has to learn many hard lessons to survive. But can he eve

Wrecker 是 Carl Hiaasen 最新的青少年冒險小說，主角 Valdez Jones VIII 因祖先曾打撈沉船而有了「Wrecker」這個外號。某天，他發現一艘擱淺的快艇，卻遭船上男子威脅收買，要他「裝作沒看到」。但事情沒那麼簡單，這群人不斷出現在他生活周遭，甚至要求他加入非法行動。為了自保，Wrecker 必須揭開他們的勾當，同時設法脫身。作品延續 Hiaasen 一貫的黑色幽默與環境議題，結合動作、謎團與令人發笑的插曲（包括「會亂拉屎的鬣蜥」），讓故事驚險又娛樂十足。Wrecker needs to deal with smugglers, grave robbers, and pooping iguanas--just as soon as he finishes Zoom school. Another wild adventure in Carl Hiaasen's Florida, now in paperback! Valdez Jones VIII calls himself Wrecker because his great-great-great-great-great-grandfather salvaged shipwrecks for a living. So is it destiny, irony, or just bad luck when Wrecker comes across a speedboat that has run hard aground on a sand flat? The men in the boat don't want Wrecker to call for help--in fact, they'll pay him to forget he ever saw them. Wrecker would be happy to forget, but he keeps seeing these men all over Key West--at the marina, in the cemetery, even right outside his own door. And now they want more than his silence--they want a lookout. H

Californian family dog Buck is happy spending his days eating and sleeping. That is until he is kidnapped, and is forced to work in the frozen north of Alaska as a sledge dog. Passed from owner to owner, Buck sets out on a remarkable journey to ensure his own survival. Will he make it? And, when tested, how hard will he struggle against returning to the wild?Packed with tension and excitement, Jack London's atmospheric story of adventure and endurance is sure to grip readers of all ages. This unabridged edition features large-print, easy-to-read text and delightful 'peep-through' cover art by Kayla Stark.

Based on the Push Through movement that inspires kids worldwide, this is an empowering, energetic, and all-inclusive picture book that celebrates resilience in the face of adversity.Hold your head high. No matter what stands in the way of your dreams, remember this: YOU can push through anything!If someone tells you it’s too hard, don’t youeverlisten. You tell them,“I’m gonna push through!”Inspired by a mantra written for her third-grade students, Jasmyn Wright’s uplifting call to “push through” is an invitation to young readers to announce their own power and to recognize and reaffirm that of others, regardless of setbacks. Her empowering words not only lift children up, but show them how to liftthemselvesup and seize their potential.

Some owners can house train their dogs without having to call on an expert. But when people experience difficulty with house training, it can lead to a variety of very serious consequences for the dog

The spiritual godfather of Canadian bikers tells the story of his fascinating life.You could call Bernie Guindon the Sonny Barger of Canadian bikers (but not to his face). The founder of Satan's Choic

Who would believe it could be so hard to get a drink of water? And to find it at last, cool and fresh but out of reach – that was a problem indeed for a young monkey. But luckily for him, he had an observant and logical mind. This was more than could be said for the dog that made friends with the bear, or the vain jackdaw; and as for the silly ewe and the nanny goat – well, one might call it guile or one might call it simplicity that kept the wolves at bay. First published in 1960, this charming book of animal fables was the first children’s book either Quentin Blake or John Yeoman ever published. It exudes all the warmth and wit we have come to expect of their collaborations.

This clever picture book, packed with visual humor, reveals just how hard it can be to choose the right name for your cat—especially when you and your cat don't see eye-to-eye.

The spiritual godfather of Canadian bikers tells the story of his fascinating life.You could call Bernie Guindon the Sonny Barger of Canadian bikers (but not to his face). The founder of Satan's Choic

Life is not easy. Parenting is even more difficult. So what does getting 'real' mean? It's being honest about the guilt, inadequacy and judgment felt by parents all over. It's hard to get 'real' a

If the nation’s gross national income?over $14 trillion?were divided evenly across the entire U.S. population, every household could call itself middle class. Yet the income-level disparity in this co

A timely guide to overcoming the retirement challenges we all faceThe Great Recession has placed a wake-up call to America's baby boomers. Many have not saved enough for retirement and have not taken

The intentionof thisportfolio of creative essays, real-life success stories, and hard-hitting facts about global warming is toinvestigate theemotional and spiritualcompo

In this hard-hitting and controversial book, the great Chinese writer and preacher Watchman nee states that there is a Satanic power behind every worldly thing and that the natural tendency of every w

The puppy was scrawny and dying. She presented herself to Jim Mahoney while he was enjoying the clear water, sun, and slow time of a long-awaited vacation in Jamaica. Molly, as he would later call her

In this candid view of the hardships and rewards of the writer's life, Erskine Caldwell recalls his first thirty years as a writer, with special emphasis on his long and hard apprenticeship before he

Being a bit weird can be a lot wonderful! Hilarious fiction about family, friends and a foolproof plan. Perfect for fans of Dork Diaries, Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid.Children are like pancakes – the first one is always a bitweird.Well, the first pancake in my family is me.Ellie finds it hard to focus on boring stuff likehomeworkandchores. She would much rather hang out with her BFFFL Arya or play improv games in drama class. Mum and Dad want Ellie to be more like her eight-year-old brother Stewart, or as Ellie likes to call him,Mr Perfect.But Ellie has atruly excellent, fool-proofplan to get out of doing homework, chores and school for good: she’s going to become afamous pop star!

Whether your home is an apartment, a house, or a condo -- rented or owned -- the 101 stories in this book all about the place you call home will warm your heart.Home is where the heart is. Be it your

Recession, depression, stagflation, deflation ? no matter what you call it, it’s not a new thing. Throughout history, economic downturns have forced people to economize, often in what, to modern sensi

Why is it so hard to serve God these days? Church workers suffer from low morale, while Christians of all stripes struggle to find their way in a culture fixated on sexuality, violence, and wealt

A sharp and heartfelt picture book about a young soccer-loving girl whos an interpreter for her Spanish-speaking parents.Some kids have one job: to be a kid! Cecilia has two. When she isn''t on the soccer field scoring goals, she''s accompanying her parents to all kinds of grown-up places, like the DMV, the accountant''s office, and the auto shop. She helps them translate from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish.Its an important job, and it can even be fun. Its also hard work.Sometimes Cecilia''s second job is so much responsibility, it feels like she''ll split in two! Is it time for Cecilia to blow her whistle and call for a time-out?Olivia Abtahis clever text and Monica Arnaldos charming illustrations capture a common aspect of life for immigrant and bilingual families while offering a model for teamwork that helps everyone feel understood.