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Discover a world of wonder on a walk in the park, with this beautiful picture book from the National Trust.Let's explore the park today.We'll spot some secrets on the way.Look what I found! A pine cone.Its knobbly scales are locked tightly shut.Set off on a trip to the park to find natural treasure, from a big green leaf to sweet-smelling rose petals, then learn more about the found object with irresistibly illustrated and informative nature notes.Packed full of fascinating facts alongside a gentle rhyming narrative and encouraging children to get outside and explore their surroundings, this is a nature treasure hunt series for the whole family to treasure!Other titles in the series include:*Look What I Found in the Woods,*Look What I Found at the Seaside,*Look What I Found at the Farm,*Look What I Found by the River.

Dream big with bestselling author Rob Biddulph in this wonderful exploration of jobs and the world of work Sailor, dancer, teacher, vet – explore all the many things you can be when you’re older in this beautiful and heartfelt text from bestselling author Rob Biddulph. Full of hope and childhood ambition, and with glorious illustrations throughout, be introduced to the world of work in this inspiring picture book, perfect for little dreamers.

Experience the world of fashion in a whole new way with Fashion Unfolded – an enthralling pop-up book series bringing stories of legendary brands to life in three-dimension. Fashion Unfolded is a series that renders fashion history in three dimensions—where popups reveal iconic moments, timeless designs, and lasting legacies in an engaging exploration of style and history across celebrated houses. Following on from the success of Chanel and Dior, the third title in this captivating pop-up book series delves into the history, legacy and iconic creations of the world renowned fashion brand Louis Vuitton.Each pop-up spread showcases legendary designs and celebrated pieces, from the iconic Speedy bag to the signature trunks, brought to life with intricate paper engineering and illustrations. With its hardcover design and matching slipcase, Fashion Unfolded is both a charming gift and timeless collectable for fashion enthusiasts.

Set off on an adventure around the world with this delightful picture atlas. Maps of all the continents are full of fascinating details for young explorers to talk about. Discover people and places, cultures and wildlife from around the world, all brought to life with beautiful illustrations.

Filled with humour, heart and a touch of the supernatural, this brilliant series takes you on non-stop globe-trotting adventures - perfect for the most intrepid of readers!An action-packed cross between Adventures on Trains and My Brother is a Superhero.When Maisie travels with her dad to the Pyramids to research his book, How to Break Codes, she thought they'd mainly be looking at hieroglyphs. But after being drawn into a race to discover a secret tomb, Maisie finds herself having to survive a scorpion attack, a sandstorm and a hot air balloon ride after becoming lost in the desert.With adventure at every turn, Maisie is in for a surprise as what she really discovers is another truth about herself. But is she ready to face it?Have you read Maisie's other adventures?*Maisie Vs Antarctica (Books Are My Bag Children's Book of the Month, October 2024)*Maisie Vs The HimalayasPraise for Maisie:"Perfect blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and high-stakes action" - Zohra Nabi, Waterstones Book of

Whether you've been drawing for years or you're just getting started, let your imagination run wild with this brilliant activity series from art teacher Elliot Ryan.This book is packed with over 50 surprising and inspiring design-themed drawing activities to get your brain buzzing with new ideas! Packaged in an eye-catching, portable drawing pad with tear-out sheets, every child can have fun feeling creative without any pressure to create perfection.With fantastic written and visual prompts which support artistic literacy and spark imagination, the Pen, Pad, Play! series will keep kids (as well as teens and adults!) entertained for hours on end. All you need to get started is curiosity, a little creativity . . . and a pen!*Includes over 50 tear-out design-themed drawing activities and a sturdy backboard for use on the go!*Written and illustrated prompts help to build children's confidence and artistic literacy.*No previous drawing experience required - anyone of any skill level can enj

Whether you've been drawing nature for years or you're just getting started, let your imagination run wild with the second book in this brilliant activity series from art teacher Elliot Ryan.This book is packed with over 50 surprising and inspiring nature-themed drawing activities to get your brain buzzing with new ideas! Packaged in an eye-catching, portable drawing pad with tear-out sheets, every child can have fun feeling creative without any pressure to create perfection.With fantastic written and visual prompts which support artistic literacy and spark imagination, the Pen, Pad, Play! series will keep kids (as well as teens and adults!) entertained for hours on end. All you need to get started is curiosity, a little creativity . . . and a pen!*Includes over 50 tear-out nature-themed drawing activities and a sturdy backboard for use on the go!*Written and illustrated prompts help to build children's confidence and artistic literacy.*No previous drawing experience required - anyone

Welcome to The Game - an exciting summer camp where you will make new friends, build resilience and test your limits! You will be put into a team of five with strangers, no screens, no shortcuts. Everyone starts from scratch and has to make friends and find a way to the finish line together.Tig has been packed off to Game Camp to gain confidence, but is immediately wary of the other team members: bossy and ultra-competitive Maya, intense Joni, grumpy screen-addicted Frank and quiet, sporty Jake. They are all so different: but must find a way to work together. They embark on a series of physical and mental challenges, with Tig (and therefore the reader) choosing the path. When the team start noticing strange things happening around them in the woods - ghostly noises, wild weather and suspicious-looking Game Camp staff - they uncover a mystery to solve. Will you lead the team to victory, or into chaos? And will they all find out a lot about their true selves during the process...? You, t

'A master class in human behavior from someone who’s lived it at the highest level.' – Steven Bartlett, author of The Diary of a CEO Simple but powerful body language skills to connect instantly with anyone and build rapport, from the international bestselling author of What Every Body is Saying, Joe Navarro. Over his twenty-five-year career as an FBI counterintelligence officer, Joe Navarro had to read people in an instant, build trust in the most reluctant of people and nurture life-long relationships. The key to achieving it was simple but powerful: body language. In Mastering Connections, Navarro draws on his unique experiences and shows readers how to apply these skills to their everyday lives. In this book, you will discover how to: Master the art of the first impressionBuild trust and rapport with someone newHandle workplace negotiationsDefuse tension and conflictBe prepared for a first dateFoster life-long relationships.

A gorgeous own-voices love story with a twist - now with an additional swoony story set during a trip to California! Seventeen-year-old Sadie Wen is perfect on paper.It’s a reputation she’s fought hard to earn at the highly prestigious Woodvale Academy, and one she’s determined to maintain until graduation. The trick to keeping her model-student-smile plastered on her face at all times?She channels all her petty frustrations into her email drafts.One for the math teacher who refused to round her eighty-nine-point-nine percent up to ninety; one for the girl who blatantly copied her science project and took the credit for it. But most of her vehemently-worded emails are for her smug, infuriating co-captain, Julius Gong, who’s been the sharpest thorn in her side ever since they were kids.Sadie never meant for these emails to get out ... but now her whole life is about to change... From the author of THIS TIME IT'S REAL comes another own-voices love story with a high-concept twist, now wit

"An absolute gem!" - Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author—From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey.Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War.Written by self-proclaimed Greek myth nerd and host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods.Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:*A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.*Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts

A fun-filled guide to the characters and world of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story – featuring characters from all five Toy Story films!Step into Andy’s toy box and rewind 30 years of cinematic history. This essential Toy Story character guide features everyone from Buzz, Woody, Jessie and Bullseye to Emperor Zurg and Wheezy, and takes young fans on an unforgettable journey through every beloved Toy Story film, including Toy Story 5, in a beautiful book to keep and treasure.Discover fascinating facts about your favourite toys, old and new, and their adventures, friendships, and homes:*Learn all about your favourite Toy Story characters from every movie, with character profiles, fact files and fun trivia.*Bursting with bright images, a playful design, and easy-to-read facts, this book is perfect for Toy Story fans young and old.*Beautiful details, including sprayed edges and a deluxe finish, make this a gift to cherish for fans of the popular Disney and Pixar franchise.Whether you’re a long

Wiska Wildflower is back! From the creator of Isadora Moon, Harriet Muncaster. Told in diary format and packed with beautiful full-colour illustrations, this is the enchanting story of Wiska Wildflower's first school expedition-to one of the most dangerous places in all of Wiskling Wood! We're going on a school trip to Wiskling Mountain! We have to read a map and make our own camp and find and cook our own food-it's a BIG deal. Wiska is excited to be paired with Citrine for the school trip, but when Citirne persuades her to join her on a secret mission to find a rare starflower, she begins to have doubts.After disaster strikes, the friends seek sanctuary in a hidden spot in Wiskling Wood. What they find there is incredible and life-changing. But will their friendship survive this dangerous adventure? Book 2 following the Children's bestseller The Diary of Wiska Wildflower: The New School.

Set off on an unforgettable adventure and discover the world of Pandora.Join Jake, Neytiri and other beloved characters as you journey through the rainforests, mountains and oceans of Pandora.Packed with amazing imagery, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz, this Level 2 DK Reader will help 5-7 year old Avatar fans gain confidence in their reading journey.

From Jarvis, author-illustrator of the award-winning The Boy with Flowers in His Hair, comes a picture book that explores joyful, pure and wind-swept memories on a pebble beach between a grandad and grandson.A gorgeous book for children to share with grandad, Jarvis captures the kind of golden childhood memory that you carry with you, as comforting as holding a warm, smooth pebble in your hand. And when life changes, and people change, these pebbles stay with you always.With sweets stuffed in their pockets, a boy and his grandad take the trip down to the beach: through the wonky woods, across the railway track – stopping for a chat with the spotty dogs! – over the stile, and there ... peeking out beyond the dunes, the sea and "their" beach. They pick pebbles, wash them clean in the waves and paint their memories from the day, placing them in a special place – a secret place.

This beautifully illustrated flap book transports the reader back in time to the amazing world of the dinosaurs. From fearsome meat-eaters to giant herbivores, readers can lift the different flaps to discover the very different world these big beasts lived in. Discover the strange, feathery dinosaurs who lived in deserts, what a T.Rex had for lunch, the massive reptiles who soared in the sky and swam in the sea, before finding out why dinosaurs no longer live with us. Or do they...?

What kind of tree grows in the sea? How tall are the tallest trees? Which tree can change how its leaves taste? This lift-the-flap book holds the answers, along with masses of other amazing tree facts, and can tell you why we need trees - and why they need our help.Chapters in this book include:- Trees are amazing- Tree parts- Changing seasons- Tree homes- Tropical trees- Watery trees- Cold trees- Extraordinary trees- Trees are our friends- Plant a tree

Join the little red tractor as it works on the farm through the changing seasons.There are four tracks in this book for the wind-up tractor to drive around as it ploughs fields, sows seeds, feeds the animals, helps with the harvest, and clears away snow. The four tracks can also be taken out of the book and joined together to make one huge track for the tractor to trundle around.- Charming farm scenes- Includes facts about the tractors different jobs through the year- A perfect gift for little fans of big machines- Includes wind-up tractor

Meet five appealing axolotls - cute little salamanders from Mexico - swimming through this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my... series.With their bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations and fuzzy, furry, smooth and soft tactile patches on each page, babies and toddlers love the best-selling That's not my... books.That's not my... books are designed to be shared, and support sensory and language development.Don't forget to spot the little white mouse on every page!DID YOU KNOW...? One That's not my... book is sold every minute in the UK! With over 80 titles to choose from, there's a That's not my... book for everyone.

A little girl encounters some last-minute nerves when she is almost ready to start school. Who will help make breakfast, walk the dog and keep grandpa company when she's not here? And what if she feels lonely being away from home? With good humour and a lot of patience, her grandparents help her see that school is the start of an exciting adventure that will open the world up for exploring, and enable her to make really good friends!

A series of board books to help toddlers develop from first words to first phrases by introducing simple word combinations and first experiences.In My Potty! we follow four toddlers and their families as they start their potty training journey. Go to the shop to buy a potty ("let's go shopping!"), practice and try it out ("sit down", "stand up!") then learn what to do after ("time to wipe", "pull up pants", "wash hands"). This book also offers reassurance with accidents, shows toddlers that trying to go without results is still good practice and then celebrates successful potty trips together!With text written in consultation with Priya Desai, a children's speech and language therapist, Toddler Talk features familiar scenes of everyday life with lots of busy toddlers to look at (including a mirror on the final page so they can see themselves).Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.Read along with your toddler to build the next step in their la

This book is bursting with simple, yet satisfying things for little children to make using everyday and recycled materials. From fairy wands to superhero jet packs, and pebble pals to sock snowmen, there are over 60 irresistible activities to enjoy. Each one is clearly explained and illustrated and includes a photo of the finished project.

The chaos and anarchy of Bunny vs Monkey meets the diary format of Loki and the sparring character dynamics of Blackadder in this two-colour, highly illustrated, laugh-out-loud debut!The underworld is a dangerous place.It's all fiery and there's marauding dragons and all sorts of other critters you wouldn't want to run into. Demise, aka Bone Head, isn't bothered about any of this.Why?Because he's a skeleton guardian of the underworld - and not just any guardian. He thinks he's the BEST and is determined to prove it... with catastrophic results...Demise just wants to impress his Big Boss, Hades, god of the underworld. Problem is, Hades barely knows he exists. After an attempt to get attention backfires horribly, causing the gates of Hades' castle to disintegrate, Demise and Mort are demoted to dog-sitting duty. And the dog in question? Cerberus, the famously ferocious three-headed dog of the underworld.What could possibly go wrong with two creatures made out of bones trying to keep a ma

The fourth book in the hilarious Jess Jackson series from much-loved author and comedian Catherine Wilkins, with a new cover illustrated by Katie Abey - perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks!Jess's cartoons are actually beginning to take off. A local comic store wants to use them in a campaign and she is in danger of becoming really rather FAMOUS (at school). This leads to some tensions with her friends. Why can't people be happy for her? It's not as if all the SUCCESS is going to her head, or anything. Or actually that it's anything like success at all...A funny, relatable story that will touch a nerve with everyone who reads it as Jess Jackson takes on the mean girl at school, using only her pencil and her sense of humour, and makes all new friends along the way.Look out for these the laugh-out-loud funny books by Catherine Wilkins:*Café Chaos: My Family Is Not a Piece of Cake*You're Not the Boss of Me! (WINNER Lollies 2024, Teen)*My Brilliant Life and Other Disasters: A Jess Jackson Boo

在這個人人都有寵物的世界裡，只有 Yvette 和 Evan 什麼都沒有。直到某天，一間充滿奇蹟的「Better Pets」寵物店突然出現，帶來各式各樣不可思議的選擇：會講笑話的包包鬣狗、會幫你編織溫暖的毛線貓、還有隨時讓你振作的龍貓夥伴。面對這些夢幻又搞笑的寵物，他們該如何選擇？就在猶豫之際，一場看似普通的領養活動，卻揭開了另一種更深刻的可能——或許，最完美的寵物，不是最特別的，而是最適合彼此的那一個。STRICTLY NO ELEPHANTS meets THE BAKERY DRAGON in this laugh out loud picture book about finding the perfect pet, from #1 New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo and internationally bestselling illustrator Liz Climo. Myrtle has a turtle, Sam has a lamb, and Tony has a pony. But Yvette and Evan don't have any pets . . . until the Better Pets emporium rolls into town featuring some spectacular possibilities! The Handbag Hyena laughs at all your jokes, you'll always be warm with the Knittin' Kitten, and it will be impossible to have a bad day with the Chin-Up Chinchilla. Which fabulous, fantastical pets will Yvette and Evan choose? The adoption fair next door may have a different kind of magic in store! Bestsellers Leigh Bardugo and Liz Climo celebrate perfect pets everywhere in th

Celebrate your favorite white bunny with this official light-up figurine of Miffy and her bear.*Specifications: Includes a 4½-inch light-up figurine of Miffy and her bear that sits on a quality wooden base and emits a soft ambient glow*Illustrated sticker book included: 16-page mini sticker book featuring Miffy and her friends *Perfect gift: A must-have collectible for Miffy fans of all ages*Fun size: Small size allows for fun anytime, anywhere*Officially licensed: Authentic Miffy productRequires three AAA batteries (not included).

The quest for the secrets of Atlantis begins on the Moon.Uprooted after the disappearance of his parents, Charlie Thomas moves to the Moon to live with his Uncle Merl--only to discover that "Merl" is actually Merlin the Magician . . . and that Charlie is an heir to Atlantis. Reeling, Charlie must adjust to his new environs, make some friends, and connect with Rhea, a girl he really likes.But it could never be that easy for Charlie.On a field trip to the Lunar surface, Charlie, Rhea, and his new best friend, Jamie, uncover the body of an ancient Atlantean astronaut. And when agents from the lost land of Lemuria discover who Charlie is, he is forced to flee the Moon. The chase takes Charlie and Merl back to Earth. There, an attack on their ship leaves Charlie alone in an old growth forest in the Pacific Northwest. Lost and not sure what to do, Charlie is rescued by AB, a pipe-smoking sasquatch whose perspective on the world is unlike any Charlie has ever encountered. But Charlie is going

The funny antics of twelve lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection - a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Why won't Fat Cat move from his mat? Who can stop the goose on the loose? And is there really a SHARK in the park? Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent's guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics.A plus on each page: there is a little yellow duck to spot! The collection contains the following titles: Fat Cat on a mat, Ted in a red bed, Big Pig on a dig, Hen's pens, Fox on a box, Frog on a log, Ted's shed, Sam Sheep can't sleep, Shark in the park, Toad makes a road, Goose on the loose and Mouse moves house.

A School Library Journal Best Book of the YearAn ALA/ALSC Notable Children's BookA Lone Star Reading List SelectionA Georgia Children's Book Award FinalistA USSBY List of Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities SelectionA powerful debut novel in verse about a neurodivergent seventh grader who dreams of traveling to the stars one day.“Extraordinary.” —Jason Reynolds, author of National Book Award finalist Look Both WaysSeventh-grader Alex's favorite things to do are watching YouTube videos of rocket launches with his Papi and spending hours on the NASA website reading about astronauts and planets. He even dreams of going to space one day himself, and knows he'll have to study hard in order to get there.But Alex is in his grade's SC (self-contained) classroom, which means doing the same dull worksheets every day and reading books his sister read back in the third grade. Worst of all, being in SC means nobody thinks he's ready to join Ms. Rosef's mainstream science class—the

Discover talented singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's life story, from writing his first song aged just 11 to becoming a global super star! Ed Sheeran's love of music began in childhood in Suffolk, where he sang in a church choir and taught himself guitar while still at primary school. Little Ed was bullied at school, but his music gave him confidence and a sense of belonging. This biography shows how his determination and passion led him to write his first song at 11, and later move to London to busk, play small gigs, and ultimately chase his dream. Young readers will follow Ed's journey as he worked tirelessly until his big break with the release of his album + (Plus) in 2011. They'll see how his career soared with record-breaking hits, making him one of the most successful and streamed artists in the world. Along the way, the book also highlights Ed's kindness and generosity, from supporting education and music charities through his foundation to inspiring fans everywhere with his humili

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection - a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent's guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics.The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Mole in a Hole, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

Star Chapter Books are the perfect bridge for kids moving beyond beginning readers but not yet ready for longer chapter books. With short chapters, bold two-color illustrations, and fast-paced, funny stories, these confidence-building books make reading fun and rewarding. In this madcap mystery, dog siblings Betsy and Bones are swept up in a wild chase through Paris after the Mona Lisa goes missing! Organized and cautious, Betsy has every detail of their vacation planned, while her impulsive brother Bones is more interested in food--especially ketchup. But when their sightseeing adventure collides with a daring art heist, they must rely on each other to crack the case. On a breathtaking chase through the City of Light, the siblings race to catch the culprit and clear their names before the famous masterpiece disappears forever. Each Star Chapter Book is 112 pages long, divided into six to eight short chapters with illustrated panels on every page to keep kids engaged from start to fini

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Better Than the Movies meets Olivia Rodrigo's Sour in a YA romance novel from Something More author, Jackie Khalilieh — now available in paperback!Seventeen-year-old Jamie Taher-Foster has big plans for senior year. She's made a list of things and places in Toronto she and her boyfriend of three years, Ben Cameron, need to check off before graduating. And the biggest plan of all: a very special night for the two of them at the upcoming Winter Formal. But then Ben arrives back home after a summer away with an unthinkable announcement: he wants to break up.And when Jamie discovers him with Olivia Chen the next day, she is determined to get him back. Even if that means fake dating the younger, curly-haired, TikTok dancer Axel Dahini, whose bicycle she accidentally ran over. Though she and Axel have nothing in common aside from their shared Arab heritage — she's a messy, type A with anxiety; he's carefree but meticulous — their forced time together brings them to better understand one anot

A young reaper hunter must conspire with her enemy to uproot the ancient evil that threatens her world in this heart-pounding romantic fantasy from the bestselling author ofThe Prison Healer."This year's must read YA fantasy." —Rebecca Yarros, #1New York Times bestselling author ofFourth WingThe city of Aravell is in peril, plagued by a deadly blackmist that kills all it touches, and reapers who roam the streets, stealing the magic of innocent children in their thirst for power. Seventeen-year-old Viridia Solace has trained for years to hunt and kill these monsters, but their ranks keep growing, led by the man who murdered her parents: the Reaper Priest.Then Viri meets Reeve Ashton, the Priest's most loyal follower, and he offers a chance to avenge her parents . . . for a price. She knows better than to bargain with a reaper, let alonethisreaper, but his offer is too good to resist.Soon she's breaking him out of prison, colluding with his crew of magic thieves, and following him to the

For the first printing only! This paper over board features sprayed stenciled edges (depicting doodles by Rubie!) while the special edition supply lasts. Fans of Dork Diaries will love this hilarious new diary-style series featuring color-lined pages with black and white illustrations. In this first book, Rubie has to face sleepaway camp without her BFF! Hello, summer! Eleven-year-old Rubie Fox can't wait to go to sleepaway camp for the very first time. She and her best friend Riley Swisher will go away for an entire month TOGETHER, and they'll even be able to spy on Riley's crush Owen, who will be across from Camp Pineview, over at the boys' camp, Moose-Ridge.. But when Riley drops a bomb--she can't go to camp because she broke her ankle--Rubie has to go by herself. Which sort of makes her feel RAGE...how can she go to camp without Riley?! But her mom has already paid for it, so she's stuck with her plushie chicken Jim the Duck and a cabin full of girls she doesn't know. But Rubie jus

From award winning author Lucy Strange, The Island at the Edge of Night is a dark, suspenseful mystery set on an island where science and magic blur and danger and secrets unfold.Faye Fitzgerald does not remember what she's done to land herself at the Auk Island School. She remembers so little about the night that changed her life. Growing up surrounded by nature with botonist father in the Forest House, she can't cope with the bleak and treeless island where the school sits in seclusion.Where she and the other children are treated more like prisoners than pupils.While her fellow students begin to defy the horrible headmaster within the walls of the school, something is begging for Faye's attention on the outside. "The Knife," the only mountain on the island, is calling for her. And it will draw her into a web of secrets that she could have never thought possible.In this gripping mystery that weaves in and around the line between science and magic, a murdered prince, a majestic stag, a

NATIONAL BESTSELLERA Newsweek Best Book of 2025Kirkus Reviews Best Fiction of 2025Library Journal Best Historical Fiction of 2025“Around every corner of this richly imagined world, we discover some new wonder. . . . Stiefvater’s prose is as pungent as the sweetwater, with a snap that suggests the whimsy of a veteran storyteller.” —The New York Times#1 New York Times bestselling novelist Maggie Stiefvater dazzles in this mesmerizing portrait of an irresistible heroine, an unlikely romance, and a hotel—and a world—in peril.January 1942. The Avallon Hotel & Spa has always offered elegant luxury in the wilds of West Virginia, its mountain sweetwater washing away all of high society’s troubles.Local girl-turned-general manager June Porter Hudson has guided the Avallon skillfully through the first pangs of war. The Gilfoyles, the hotel’s aristocratic owners, have trained her well. But when the family heir makes a secret deal with the State Department to fill the hotel with captured Axis

This easy and fun coloring book makes a great gift for any unicorn lover! Step into the world of Unicornia--glitter and friends and magic galore, with ninety-six pages to color. Based on the world of the globally popular Unicornia books, each page is bursting with sweet illustrations, all waiting for a unicorn lover's creative touch. Inside this delightful coloring book, you'll find: A fantastically fun world: Immerse yourself in sweet and joyful scenes that will bring instant happiness.Easy line illustrations: Simple artwork perfect for all ages and skill levels. Mindfulness for the very young: Coloring these unicorns and their world is a perfect way for young people to unwind and regulate while improving fine motor skills. Screen-free fun: For home, travel, the doctor's office, or the car. A great gift idea: The perfect centerpiece for a unicorn-themed birthday gift--pair it with a Unicornia book! All-ages fun: A thoughtful present for friends and family of any age--because everyone