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史上最年輕醫生再出動，這次更爆笑、更噁心！氣喘疫情？醫生失蹤？拆除鐵球直衝醫院？！如果你以為第一集已經夠噁心——那你還沒見識到真正的「災難級醫療現場」。BBC即將改編影集Dexter Procter, the world's youngest-ever doctor, is back for a follow-up medical mystery!All is not well in Dexter's world. His granny has broken her leg, his friends Rupi and Otto have been expelled from school, there's a strange asthma epidemic he can't get on top of, and slimy politician Barbara Burnhall is trying to shut down everything fun at the hospital. And then his boss, Dr Marigold, goes missing!What Dexter doesn't realize is that he and his friends are about to uncover a dastardly plot involving kidnappings, earthquakes and a demolition ball.He doesn't know what's about to hit him... (Spoiler alert: it's a demolition ball.)Adam Kay and Henry Paker have created a second Dexter Procter mystery that is funnier and even more disgusting than the No. 1 bestsellingDexter Procter the 10-Year-Old Doctor.(And that was pretty disgusting.)Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctoris soon to

The third mystery about intrepid adventurer, Amelia Cheeseheart and her sidekick Webster, who solve an icy mystery in the museum!Amelia and Webster are going camping in the Ice Age exhibit, but when they arrive, they discover that all the cave mice have disappeared. Then the bellow of a terrifying beast scares Webster away in a terrible panic! Desperate to find him, Amelia enlists the help of famous mouse adventurer Stilton Jones, and together they agree... it's time to investigate!

From the Women’s Prize-shortlisted author of First Love and My Phantoms comes a novel of enduring friendships and small mercies from one of the most acclaimed writers of her generation.From the Women’s Prize-shortlisted author of First Love'This goes straight onto my list of favourite modern novels’ – The Times‘I love this book’ – Sarah Perry, award-winning author of The Essex Serpent‘Outstandingly brilliant’ – Claire-Louise Bennett, award-winning author of PondLaura Miller and Edmund Putnam have been friends for a long time. Theirs is a happy meeting of minds, with long evenings spent huddled in an ancient pub by the Thames, where they share office gossip, reflect on their teenage passions, and lament the state of the world.Recently, though, Putnam has been harder to reach: he has lost his father, and the magazine to which he has dedicated his life has been hijacked by an insufferable new editor, Simon ‘call me Shove’ Halfpenny.Laura has her own problems: with a prickly mother and a t

A groundbreaking guide on how to regain control of your time and your life from New York Times bestselling author Chris Guillebeau.‘A wealth of insanely useful advice’ – Cal Newport, bestselling author of Deep Work‘An invaluable, insightful book’ – Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of The Happiness ProjectBreak free from deadline dread and time guilt with this powerful guide on how to regain control of your time and your life – from the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup.Swamped with endless notifications and growing to-do lists, we all feel the pressure of a culture that prizes being busy over being present. This ‘time anxiety’ isn’t just for the overly ambitious – it’s a daily reality for parents juggling work and family, students trying to balance grades and health and anyone feeling the pinch to make every moment count.In Time Anxiety, entrepreneur and self-help expert Chris Guillebeau offers actionable advice, personal anecdotes and philosophical reflections th

What happens when ancient queens, space probes, and even millions in Bitcoin simply vanish? Discover the secrets and stories behind history’s most baffling disappearances.Journey across the world and through the ages in this truly fascinating history book for kids 7+, discovering how extraordinary treasures came to be “lost”.From legendary pirates and ancient empires to sunken ships and missing jewels, every page reveals an intriguing new mystery, complete with colourful, captivating visuals showing how each story might have unfolded.Written by award-winning TV producer and author, Tom Adams, LOST is a fresh take on history. With different, equally compelling categories - from missing people and places to art and literature - there truly is something for every curious young mind to puzzle over.Inside, explore the real stories behind:*The mystery of Queen Nefertiti’s tomb*The fate of Amelia Earhart's plane*Millions in missing Bitcoin*The original World Cup trophyWith intrigue and myster

A heartbreaking novel of love, courage and strength. Based on a real pioneering hospital.PRE-ORDER THE BRAND NEW EMOTIONAL, HEARTBREAKING YET COURAGEOUS STORY FROM LOUISE MORRISH.As the war rages on outside, it is the battle within that must be won, through the quiet strength of words.Josie Everley may have survived the sinking of the RMS Lusitania, but she lost the man she loves most to the sea.Broken-hearted and destitute, Josie must start afresh as a library assistant at a groundbreaking, all-female-run military hospital in Endell Street.As she focuses on her work, she never expected to meet Theo, a wounded soldier suffering his own trauma who finds solace amongst the books.As Josie steps up to the role of librarian and loses her heart to Theo, the war around them continues to be a cruel companion and Josie must muster all her strength and courage to make it through.Will Josie find her happy-ever-after amongst the heartbreak?For fans of THE MYSTERIOUS BAKERY ON RUE DE PARIS, THE FOR

It's PARTY time for The Pigeon's BIRD-day! Celebrate alongside The Pigeon, Duckling, and the Chicks in this festive color and activity book from Mo Willems Workshop.It's The Pigeon's BIRD-DAY! And wait . . . it is Duckling's bird-day too! And that flock of fluffy, adorable, itty-bitty, just-hatched today baby chicks? It is their bird-day too! HAPPY BIRD-DAY TO EVERYONE! Get ready for to have a bird-day ball in this color and activity book packed with birthday games, puzzles, and coloring, plus DIY gifts, cards, decorations, a two-sided pullout poster, stickers, and plenty of surprises.

★ YA時間迴圈話題作！《今天暫時停止》×《忌日快樂》的震撼結合★ 英國卡內基獎、YA Book Prize入圍！愛爾蘭 Great Reads Award 得主★ 一場必須改變自己、才能改變命運的24小時輪迴當時間一再重來，你會選擇改變什麼？《The Eternal Return of Clara Hart》以扣人心弦的時間迴圈敘事，帶領讀者直視青少年文化中的沉默與暴力。當主角 Spence 一次次回到悲劇發生前的那一天，他必須重新檢視友情、責任與勇氣，才有機會改寫命運。這是一部震撼、深刻又極具討論價值的YA小說。A sensational YA debut about toxic masculinity and gendered violenceIn this YA sensation, a teen boy becomes trapped in a time loop of the day of his classmate’s death and must confront toxic masculinity, his own complicity and the courage it takes to change the future.Louise Finch’s Carnegie shortlisted time-loop YA novel ‘tackles sexual assault, toxic masculinity, and grief with precision and courage’ (Kirkusstarred review).Wake up. Friday. Clara Hart hits my car. Go to class. Anthony rates the girls. House party. Anthony goes upstairs with Clara. Drink. Clara dies. Wake up. Friday again. Clara Hart hits my car… Why can’t I break this loop?Spence and Anthony have been friends for years, but it’s only when he witnesses a classma

The American who opened women's higher education in KoreaLulu E. Frey served in Korea for the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church beginning in 1893. She became a teacher and later principal at Ewha, the country's first girls' school. There, Christian principles were taught along with academic subjects, hygiene, and the sanctity of the woman-centered domestic sphere. The precepts of evangelical Christianity merged with seemingly liberating ideals of modernity. In 1910, the year Japan officially annexed Korea, Frey established Ewha's college program. Many of the young women who studied at Ewha became the first female teachers, nurses, and doctors in Korea and joined a rising cohort of "New Women" across East Asia.These previously unpublished letters offer intimate insight into the work of running, expanding, and raising funds for a school during the political turmoil and wars that marked the end of the Joseon Dynasty, the short-lived Korean Empire, and th

Authored by a trio of subject experts, this market-leading introduction to politics brings together political theory, comparative politics, and international relations to offer a unique and complete overview of the subject.

Thermochemical Surface Engineering of Steels, Second Edition presents up to date information on a range of techniques and their applications. This edition expands upon the material presented in the first edition, now including a discussion of high temperature process for stainless steels as well as a new chapter on solution nitriding, as well as fully updating the current materials. The book is comprised of five parts, which take the reader from theory through to application. Part 1 presents foundational information regarding Thermodynamics; Part 2 discusses the requirements for improved fatigue resistance for materials exposed to thermochemical treatments. Parts 3 looks at nitriding, nitrocarburizing and carburizing, followed by a look at specific low temperature carburizing and nitriding; The book concludes with a discussion of various thermochemical surface engineering methods.

Guess who's hiding under the sea in this lushly illustrated, rhyming read-aloud guessing game, then lift the sturdy cardboard flaps to meet the ocean 's most amazing creatures - both familiar and wonderfully weird!There are six sea creatures hiding in the book: can you guess who's hiding under the surface?This playful lift-the-flap book takes toddlers on an underwater adventure, introducing them to the wonderfully weird creatures of the ocean - and shows how their unique features are what make them amazing. On each spread, a hidden sea creature is described with a lively read-aloud rhyme, while peek-through details give extra clues to the animal's identity. Little hands can lift a satisfying, sturdy flap to reveal who's hiding under the sea.For example: Who carries mama's eggs in his belly? (Lift the flap - it's the seahorse!)Who's covered in slime so they don't feel stings? (Peek under - it's the clownfish!)The answer is revealed under the flap through a stunning, vibrant illustration

In 2018, authorities in Hong Kong seized a shipment from smugglers that contained 88 dead pangolins. Where did these animals come from, and why were they killed? Where were they going? Who was responsible? In classic true crime fashion, the book examines evidence, suspects, and legal perspectives related to this specific case and, through it, the plight of pangolins globally. The chapters detail the lives and natural history of pangolins across Africa and Asia while exploring clues that may reveal who is responsible for the endangerment of the species. The book also explores speculation surrounding the possible role of pangolins in the emergence of COVID-19 and, more broadly, the relationship between wildlife trade and zoonotic disease. The resulting tale is one of conservation researchers, public health experts, and global organizations across Asia, Africa, North America, and Europe fighting to create a world in which pangolins can thrive again.

Have you got what it takes to keep Dennis and Walter from erasing each other from history? It's a week night and you have a sleepover round Dennis's house! It's going to be EPIC!... Is what you thought before Dennis pulled a prank that shut the school down and you were forced to go to work with his parents. BORING!... Is what you thought before you, Dennis, Gnasher and Walter got sucked into a time machine that sent you back in time to when their parents were your age! AWESOME!... Is what you thought before Dennis and Walter messed with the timeline and started disappearing.Can you make the right decisions and get history back on track before it's too late? Find out in this pick your own story, where YOU are the main character!

Fiery heroine Dahlia Racers is on the run in this latest volume of the acclaimed Gun Honey comics spin-off that fans of crime noir and pulp fiction will love.

The second brilliant adventure in this highly illustrated, out-of-this-world series -- perfect for fans of Super Mario Bros., Peanut Jones, and Amelia Fang!Princess Celeste Starwing thinks she's finally got the hang of running the Intergalactic Post Office. Deliveries are going smoothly, her sidekick Podge is on top form, their new recruit Oswald the goblin is a huge help, and the stardust bunnies are as cute as ever. But just when everything seems under control, a daring cosmic cat burglar strikes -- stealing a mountain of mail and framing Celeste and her team for the crime! Now it's a race against time to uncover the real culprit before they're thrown into intergalactic prison... Bursting with humor, heart, and spectacular illustrations, this galactic adventure is perfect for young readers who love fast-paced, funny stories full of imagination and charm.

Outlander meets Game of Thrones in this blockbuster new epic fantasy series from the #1 New York Times bestselling author duo Ilona Andrews. DELUXE EDITION--featuring gorgeous sprayed edges! When Maggie wakes up cold, filthy, and naked in a gutter, it doesn't take her long to recognize Kair Toren, a city she knows intimately from the pages of the famously unfinished dark fantasy series she's been obsessively reading and re-reading while waiting years for the final novel. Her only tools for navigating this gritty world of rival warlords, magic, and mayhem? Her encyclopedic knowledge of the plot, the setting, and the characters' ambitions and fates. But while she quickly discovers she cannot be killed (though many will try!), the same cannot be said for the living, breathing characters she's coming to love--a motley band that includes a former lady's maid, a deadly assassin, various outrageous magical creatures, and a dangerously appealing soldier. Soon, instead of trying to get home, sh

Twiggy best friends always stick together in the second book in this hilarious full-color graphic novel series, from the creators of the best-selling REAL PIGEONS! The world is big when you're a twig, but problems, surprises - and big feelings - are no match for best friends Red, Ziggy, Noodle and Stump! In three adorably funny new comic stories, Ziggy is determined to find some treasure to prove that she's a real explorer; Stump experiences GREAT SADNESS (but it's OK); and Red Twig shows the others how to enjoy a mud cake. At the end, young readers can learn to make their own twig friend with simple step-by-step instructions! This funny young graphic novel will surprise and delight young readers aged 5-8, and is the perfect series to help branch them out from picture books to chapter books and graphic novels. If you love hilarious friendship series like Pizza and Taco and Narwhal and Jelly, you'll adore TWIG FRIENDS! Read the whole series now: Twig FriendsTwig Friends Stick TogetherTw

From the author of Some Girls Do comes a summery sapphic romance about two girls from the same vacation town, whose worlds couldn't be farther apart.Cass has a rule about dating summer girls--just say no. Every year, her idyllic beach town is flooded with summer girls, the obnoxious daughters of the rich, who stay in their families' summer homes, sail their yachts, and generally make things unbearable for townies like Cass. Birdie is the ultimate summer girl. She's the daughter of a wealthy real estate developer dad and a social media influencer mom, and this summer Birdie happens to be in big trouble for accidentally crashing her boyfriend's very expensive car. Birdie's punishment is to spend the summer with her father at the beach--but it won't be a vacation. He's enlisted the help of Cass, whose dad works for him, to keep Birdie on the straight and narrow, including getting her a job at the public beach where Cass lifeguards. At first the two despise each other. Birdie doesn't want

A powerful middle-grade novel in verse set in India at the turn of the millennium that follows a 12-year-old girl as she navigates new beginnings, difficult truths and a crush. Perfect for fans of The Night Diary, Red, White and Whole, and Remember Us. For twelve-year-old Chandni, 1999 is the year everything must be perfect. And why shouldn't it be? Her parents are well respected doctors in the community, she's the leader of her friend group, and her crush is even hinting at liking her back. She also has her sights set high on a spot at India's most prestigious boarding school for girls. If she stays focused and works hard, the dream just may be in reach. But as the boarding school selection looms closer, Chandni is overwhelmed by a devastating secret that's threatening to tear her family apart. With life and relationships spiraling around her, Chandni will have to decide between pursuing her ambitions or protecting her family. Set against the vibrant yet tumultuous backdrop of 1990s I

From international picture book star Beatrice Alemagna comes an enchanting new fairy tale set in a mucky, magical underground world where the Mud Princess rules. A little girl's too-big feelings spur a cathartic journey of adventure and discovery, in this picture book for kids ages 5-8, perfect for fans of Where the Wild Things Are. Yuki is lost in a dark mood on her way home from school. In a flash of frustration, she tosses her house keys down an open manhole. When she climbs down to retrieve them, she discovers another world: Mudland. The Mud Princess, an enormous dripping thing made of mud and sticks, greets Yuki and shows her the wonders of her kingdom. Yuki's dark mood is at home here--her sadness and anger fit right in. As they journey together, the Mud Princess becomes larger, absorbing the anger around her. Everything the princess touches becomes muddy, even Yuki. Yuki faces a choice--to become a Mud Princess herself or to return to the world above ground and its expectations.

It's The Pigeon's BIRD-DAY! And wait . . . it is Duckling's bird-day too! And that flock of fluffy, adorable, itty-bitty, just-hatched today baby chicks? It is their bird-day too! HAPPY BIRD-DAY TO EVERYONE! Get ready for to have a bird-day ball in this color and activity book packed with birthday games, puzzles, and coloring, plus DIY gifts, cards, decorations, a two-sided pullout poster, stickers, and plenty of surprises.

The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But . . . do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?! Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems.

A vacation in paradise turns deadly when four teens' sailing charter hits stormy seas in this propulsive new thriller from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Megan Lally!Hannah can't wait to spend spring break with her best friend, Emmy, and her family. A week at a resort in Mexico is going to be fantastic de-stressing from senior year, not to mention Hannah's been crushing on Emmy's brother for as long as she can remember. Maybe he'll finally notice her. That would be paradise...The beach is gorgeous, except Jackson always has his nose in a book and Emmy meets a guy. Hannah can't help but feel like a third wheel. When Emmy's new boyfriend charters a catamaran, Hannah and Jackson are invited along for the day. Hannah still has hope for a windswept kiss.As the clouds roll in and the skies darken, their boat is the only one leaving the marina. And the further they get into open water, the more Hannah doubts their captain's--and Emmy's boyfriend's--intentions. Something's not

A teen girl decides to spend her summer helping her eccentric great aunt manage her quaint Vermont inn—only to discover that the fixer-upper is hiding a magical secret—in this cozy and irresistible new young adult fantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop.“Frosted with whimsy and sprinkled with joy, The Faraway Inn is a testament to why Sarah Beth Durst is the queen of cozy fantasy!”—Tricia Levenseller, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Darkness Within UsWhen sixteen-year-old Calisa arrives at her great-aunt’s B&B in rural Vermont for the summer, she’s shocked to find a rundown inn rather than the cozy bed-and-breakfast she was expecting. Grumpy and eccentric, Auntie Zee is determined to keep anyone from messing with her beloved inn . . . even though she clearly needs the help.To convince her great-aunt to keep her around, Calisa sets to work fixing up the inn, enlisting extra help from the groundskeeper’s (handsome) son. But the longer she stays

The first book in the Bonded To Beasts duology - a fast-paced, seductive series that flawlessly blends searing romance, political intrigue, elemental magic and of course, dragons.

Pre-order now to receive the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION-- only available on the first printing while supplies last! The collector's hardcover features stenciled edges, illustrated endpapers, a special hardcover case design, and jacket effects.From Alex Aster, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Lightlark series, comes her first adult romantasy. Enter the world of Starside, where swords wield magic and power is not inherited...but claimed.Hundreds of years ago, a brutal war split a land in two. Starside is the realm of magic and immortals--the descendants of the gods, living in a power-rich paradise. Stormside is where mortals fight for scraps of that magic.Every fifty years, the gates between them open, and fifty challengers are allowed to journey across Starside on a deadly quest to access a pool of magic that can heal, grant wealth, or extend life. Everyone has their reasons for entering, but Aris has only one: vengeance. As a child, a goddess set fire to her village

By the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Inner Excellence, this book offers a transformational blueprint for building the life you long for. Each one of us has a deep need for meaningful relationships, where love is unconditional and fully reliable, and where we can rest secure, with the deepest contentment, no matter what the circumstances around us. In the busyness, the stresses, and the comparisons we face each day, it's easy to lose sight of what's possible, of the life we were created for: a life lived with a love you can feel in your heart that enlivens every experience - everything you think, feel, and do. It's a life marked by courage, facing your fears, and living out your longing for depth, for meaning, and for fullness of life. Each of us has a deep need for something that this world cannot fulfill, and we spend most of our lives searching for it. Drawing on over 2,000 years of wisdom along with hard-won lessons from his own journey, bestselling author and performan

跨越心中那道綠色樹籬：當我們放下偏見，世界就此相連。「他們和我們不一樣嗎？」在一道高大的綠色樹籬兩端，兩個孩子互相張望。「他們不是我們這邊的人，」其中一個孩子篤定地說。接著，一連串充滿好奇的對話展開了：「他們會飛嗎？」「他們有觸角嗎？」「他們是機器人嗎？」「還是……他們跟我們一樣，也會思考、也會感受？」由《紐約時報》冠軍暢銷作家 Kobi Yamada 與大師級插畫家 Charles Santoso 聯手打造。這不只是一本給孩子的繪本，更是一本寫給大人的寓言。A universal story of kindness, compassion, and the importance of looking for the best in others by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Do with an Idea?You have to wonder what they’re thinking. The other people.They’re not from here. They’re over there.They’re different.Standing by the hedge that divides them, two children wonder what the people on the opposite side are like. They're not like us, one child insists. The other child wonders: How are they different? Can they fly? Do they have tentacles? Are they machines? Or are they human? And if they are, do they think and feel? Maybe, just maybe, the people here and the people there are not so different after all.Written with gentle humor and illustrated with spare, emotionally powerful pi

The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the #1 New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive--the iconic epic fantasy masterpiece that has sold more than 10 million copies, from acclaimed bestselling author Brandon Sanderson. Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future of Roshar on the line. The Knights Radiant have only ten days to prepare--and the sudden ascension of the crafty and ruthless Taravangian to take Odium's place has thrown everything into disarray. Desperate fighting continues simultaneously worldwide--Adolin in Azir, Sigzil and Venli at the Shattered Plains, and Jasnah in Thaylenah. The former assassin, Szeth, must cleanse his homeland of Shinovar from the dark influence of the Unmade. He is accompanied by Kaladin, who faces a new battle helping Szeth fight his own demons . . . and who must do the same for the insane Herald of the Almighty, Ishar. At the same time, Shallan, Renarin, and Rlain work to unravel the my

A deluxe junior novelization that retells Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters--and features a shiny cover and 16 pages of full-color images! Rumi, Mira, and Zoey are the world-famous girl group HUNTR/X. When they aren't selling out stadiums, they protect the world from a force of powerful demons that have threatened the world for centuries. But have they met their match with the arrival of Saja Boys, an infuriatingly cute boy band who happen to be demons in disguise? This hardcover deluxe junior novelization is the official retelling of Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters--and features a shiny cover and 16 pages of full-color images. Based on the screenplay by Danya Jimenez & Hannah McMechan and Maggie Kang and Chris AppelhansBased on KPop Demon Hunters, the film Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Strength to Strength, an account of how the modern world sets us up to fail at finding meaning--and a plan for finding what you seek. Meaning in life is getting harder to find--and there's a reason for that. In The Meaning of Your Life, social scientist and happiness expert Arthur Brooks explains how rapid societal and technological changes have rewired our brains, making them ill-equipped to handle questions of existential reckoning. The resulting emptiness is not imaginary, and it is life-destroying for some, especially for young people. Fortunately, there's hope. With compassion, clarity, and practicality, Brooks tells you exactly what you need to do to move toward meaning. You'll take a test to determine where you are on your meaning journey, learn evidence-based tactics for rewiring your brain for complex and abstract concepts, and discover a vocabulary for your desires. Most importantly, Brooks will show you where to search fo

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 2025 ---- "Enchanting, joyful, full of light and warmth, and glittering with real-world magic." - Sophie Anderson From the New York Times bestselling author Cornelia Funke, known for the INKHEART series, comes a new adventure book featuring foil edges and a metallic-effect cover. Enter the story of Caspia, who sets out to solve a series of riddles, and as she does, she meets friends she could have never imagined. Anywhere can feel like home if you are brave enough to put down new roots... Caspia's summer is transformed when she discovers a bundle of letters containing ten botanical riddles in this enchanting adventure. Twelve-year-old Caspia hates big cities, especially one as busy as New York. So she isn't thrilled by the news that her parents are taking her to stay in Brooklyn. But everything changes when Caspia discovers a bundle of letters, hidden in an old dresser. Each letter contains a 'green' riddle, with clues leading to a different plant. The newest

Available in a beautiful print edition for the first time, this brilliant lecture delivered by László Krasznahorkai, winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, reads like an unforgettable short storyAddressed to a rapt audience in Stockholm two days before being awarded his Nobel Prize, L嫳zl?Krasznahorkai's moving lecture asks: "Human being--astonishing creature--who are you?" In a message about hope (or his lack thereof), Krasznahorkai compassionately considers humanity and how, from our degraded current epoch, destruction might emerge --or rebellion.

Introducing an irresistibly over-the-top new kitty character who's ready to make a big splash! Meet Serafina. If there's one thing you should know about Serafina, it's that she absolutely, positively HATES water. Running faucets, rain, or the sea? No thank you. So even though she looks fantastic in goggles, Serafina is NOT happy to be forced into a swim class by the powers that be. NOTHING can convince her to get into that disgusting pit of seething water. Nothing, that is, except maybe a very beloved old friend who needs a hand. The first book in an unforgettable new picture book series from acclaimed creators Matthew Burgess and Robin Rosenthal shows how trying something new can lead to unexpected joy.★ “Rich vocabulary and a hilarious water-hating cat make this a stellar choice for all collections. Highly recommended and highly enjoyable.” —School Library Journal, starred review"Give this to the little one who is reluctant to try something new with the assurance that they don’t have

An inspiring modern fairy tale about a brave girl who shrinks and grows depending on how she feels, showing how all of us--no matter our size--are so much bigger than our fears. From Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning author Laurel Snyder and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. Violet knows what it's like to be afraid: when you're afraid, you feel helpless and small. But when Violet is afraid, she doesn't just feel small--she actually shrinks! It's tough to stop feeling frightened when you're only a few centimeters tall. But when Violet's best friend is in danger, she'll have to learn to deal with her fear in a new way--and save the day in the process. Shrinking Violet is a beautifully illustrated story about fear and bravery for anyone who has ever felt scared and small. Readers will root for Violet as she finds her voice, stands up for her friend, and, most importantly, discovers the tremendous power of her own inner strength. BIG FEELINGS: Feeling small and afraid is a

Emperor Li Longji (r. 712–756), also known as Tang Xuanzong and the Brilliant Emperor (Minghuang), ruled over China at the height of her political, military, and cultural dominance. While his Tang dynasty reached the zenith of its power under his reign, his fascination with women and religion, coupled with his neglect of government, sowed the seeds of decline. The empire ultimately collapsed in a nationwide rebellion. Emerging from the crisis greatly weakened and deprived of power, Longji lived day by day, hoping for a reunion with his beloved woman, who had been murdered and was now in heaven.

The first dedicated book on the topic, Hydrogen Regulation in Europe offers an in-depth discussion of the permitting regime for the individual components of the hydrogen supply chain. Featuring contributions from leading and emerging scholars across the EU, this volume offers case studies and best practice examples from various EU Member States.