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An innovative board book design that lets toddlers place three chunky shapes into matching slots. This bold, bright board book makes learning about shapes and first words endlessly fun. Three chunky circles, featuring 6 bright colours, attach to the book with colourful ribbons to create an engaging colour-sorting game, perfect for children from one to three years.The shapes slot into a die-cut on the page, with satisfying ease, completing a variety of images, from an ice cream cone to a branch full of bugs. Matching the colours aids children in their fine motor skills, hand-eye co-ordination and problem-solving skills. Each spread also introduces popular first words, making this the ideal book to learn from while having fun.Illustrated in vivid colour and effortless style by Polish artist Susie Hammer. Also available: Match the Shape

The engaging story of a child who finds it difficult to read.World Illustration Awards - Children's Publishing Winner 2024From the creator of the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Wolf and Bear, an inspiring story about a child lost in a forest of letters. The perfect book to share with children with dyslexia and other neurodivergence to encourage problem-solving and build confidence.Verbs, also known as action words, can be pesky things to master and nobody understands the struggle better than the young child in Wiggling Words. Skip, trip, fumble and fall with them as they discover that even though words can be tricky, they can be fun too!Written and illustrated by Kate Rolfe, winner of the prestigious V&A Student Illustrator of the Year and Macmillan Prize for Illustration runner-up.

故事從Paddington找不到帽子開始，小讀者可以掀開柔軟的毛氈翻頁，一起幫他尋找，還會發現他一時戴錯帽子的可愛模樣。閱讀過程中，孩子在觀察與猜測間培養專注力，也在翻動之間練習手部精細動作。本書節奏輕快，重複性高，適合反覆共讀，在笑聲中建立自信與探索的樂趣。The brilliantly playful new for 2026 felt flaps Paddington board book perfect for young children and babiesJoin Paddington on a delightful new felt-flap adventure to find his lost hat!This charming board book invites little ones to lift the soft felt flaps to look for his lost hat, and spot when he puts on the wrong one! It's very funny and perfect for developing young children's fine motor skills, problem-solving ability and imagination.Featuring images from the hugely successful Paddington TV series, and with soft felt flaps perfect for little hands, young children will love turning the pages to find out where Paddington's hat has gone!Key Features:Soft felt flaps easy for little hands to lift and play withEngaging story that promotes problem-solving and curiosityBright, colorful images from the award-winning TV showDurable pages designed for repeated read

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此書配合108課綱，三民普通型高級中學英文課本內容編寫。是自主學習、課後複習最佳夥伴。本書針對課本、附冊的重點：課文、單字片語、句型詳加解析，並搭配專業老師精心編寫的即時練習，讓學習有重點，效率高。Read About It：逐句講解課本裡，每課課文文法重點、句構並提供中文翻譯。Words for Production & Idioms and Phrases：逐個介紹附冊裡的單字與片語，並提供搭配用法等補充資訊。Learn About Sentence Structure：說明課本內重點句型的意義與用法。延伸補充FYI：針對當課相關的額外資訊，彙整成四大類，字詞知識、Usage、字以類聚、slang & saying。提高自主學習效率。Give it a shot!：課文、單字片語、句型的即時練習，加深印象。

Lesson 1:The Coat Is Lighter Than the JacketLesson 2:This Must Be the Oldest Machine in Your StoreReview 1Lesson 3:Our Food Smells GoodLesson 4:Let’s Set Up Camp QuicklyReview 2Lesson 5:I Felt the Ground Shaking When the Earthquake HitLesson 6:If We Don’t Act Now, There Will Be More Plastic in the OceanReview 3

From the creators of the 10-million-copy bestselling Paint by Sticker(R) Kids sticker-activity series, the next book in the brand extension developed especially for kids ages 3 and up: Construction Site! My First Paint by Sticker delivers the same screen-free, mess-free fun that makes the original series so irresistable. The fourth book in the series features construction site vehicles! From diggers to backhoes to cement trucks and more, kids will adore stickering these colorful machines. The Paint by Sticker Kids(R) series (for ages 5 and up) has sold more than 10 million copies to date. In My First Paint by Sticker, readers ages 3 and up can confidently paint by sticker, too! At a smaller trim size (8 x 8 inches, versus the original kids brand at 9 x 9), this brand extension features larger stickers for smaller hands--perfect for kids practicing their fine motor skills and learning to recognize their numbers. In the older kids series, the number of stickers per image ranges from 60-1

An unforgettable and life-affirming story of a renowned novelist facing a devastating diagnosis from the Number One bestselling author.THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!'Only Sophie Kinsella can make you laugh like this while she's got you crying . . . This is one of the gutsiest moves I've seen from a writer in a long time. I could not put it down.' TAYLOR JENKINS REID'A deeply funny and affecting love story.' The Guardian'I laughed. And I cried. And then I thought about the meaning of life. A jewel of a book.' JOJO MOYES'Emotional and affecting, this gave me a new appreciation for life's small joys.' Red'The bravest book you'll read all year.' JODI PICOULT------------------From Number One bestselling author Sophie Kinsella, an unforgettable story – by turns heartbreaking and life-affirming – of a renowned novelist facing a devastating diagnosis and learning to live and love anew.‘What Does It Feel Like? is fiction, but it is my most autobiographical work to date. Eve’s story is my

本書以「國際展演脈絡的對話一創作與設計交流」為核心，參與多國展覽、競賽與策展的實踐經驗，選介二十五件作品，進一步探討設計如何在不同文化語境中被理解、被回應與再調整。透過展演回饋、跨文化對話與教學轉譯，建構一套以展演為方法、以交流為核心的創作與學習脈絡。This book is centered on ""Dialogues in International Exhibition Contexts: Creative and Design Exchange."" Drawing on practical experience from participating in exhibitions, competitions, and curatorial projects across multiple countries, it presents a selection of twenty-five works to examine how design is interpreted, responded to, and recalibrated within different cultural contexts. Through exhibition feedback, cross-cultural dialogue, and pedagogical translation, the book constructs a framework for creation and learning that takes exhibition as a method and exchange as its core.

"These twins make learning to read double the fun." - Kirkus From award winning author, Grace Lin, comes another installment of the irresistible early reader series, Ling & Ting! Join these iconic twins as as they celebrate Lunar New Year! Ling and Ting are twins. They are Chinese and American. They celebrate the new year two times. Now they are preparing for Lunar New Year. They want a lucky year. What happens when Ting makes a mistake? Can their year still be lucky? * Don't miss Ling and Ting's other adventures!: Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same Ling & Ting: Twice as Silly Ling & Ting: Together in All Weather Ling & Ting Share a Birthday

Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game!When Ari, Jez and Zeke visit the army base with Zeke's dad, they find themselves in Professor Gilford's laboratory once again. But when a certain sneaky rat activates one of the inventions, the gang ends up in an unexpected location... the rat's own cage! Now Ari and his friends are shrunk, scared, and trapped! Can they find a way out and survive the rat attack?

Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers and fans of Wigglesbottom Primary.Billy LOVES football! He wants to play as well as his football hero... But in the first match of the season, Billy's game does NOT go to plan. The Mini Monsters are worried, too. Does Billy love football more than them? Maybe it's time for the Mini Monsters to start playing football... What could possibly go wrong?

九歲的Roya與家人終於在荷蘭獲得居留許可，結束長年的漂泊生活。為了慶祝新的開始，他們帶回了一隻小兔子 Mishka。在與小兔子的陪伴中，Roya逐漸理解家人從阿富汗逃離的過去與在難民中心等待的歲月。本書以溫柔的孩子視角描繪難民家庭的故事，傳遞關於家庭、記憶與重新開始的希望。Winner of the National Book Award for Children's Literature in the Netherlands!NOW IN PAPERBACK! Best of the Year: Publishers Weekly - NYPL - Booklist Winner of the national book award for children's literature in the Netherlands -- a sweet and tender story of a girl refugee finding a new home! Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have a new family member -- Mishka, a bunny rabbit. He soon becomes a beloved part of their new home and gradually, the rabbit -- and also Roya -- get to hear the story of the family's journey from Afghanistan to the Netherlands. Told from different perspectives every time: big Bashir, gentle Hamayun, tough Navid, and sometimes Mom and Dad. Mishka and Roya listen. Anoush Elman and Edward van de Vendel became friends upon Elman's arrival in the Netherlands, and fifteen years later, they decided to write a story for yo

The multimillion-copy Paint by Sticker series meets stunning architecture from around the world. Paint by Sticker: Architecture contains everything you need to create 12 totally unique polygon paintings of famous buildings and structures--simply find a sticker (for example, A1), place the sticker in the spot labeled A1 on the corresponding sticker map, and watch your art come to life, sticker by colorful sticker. Create the signature curves of the Sydney Opera House; the impressive spindle-shaped towers of Barcelona's La Sagrada Fam璱ia; the iconic blocklike facade of Habitat 67 in Canada; and more. Plus the card-stock pages are perforated, so every finished piece can be easily removed for gifting or display.

美人魚公主 Emerald 在暴風雨後發現一顆閃亮的蛋，竟孵出一隻可愛的小海龍。當小海龍跟著她回到皇宮時，大家都被牠迷住了，但 Emerald 知道牠一定在尋找自己的家人。於是她和朋友與媽媽一起展開海底冒險，幫助小海龍找到真正的家，展開一段溫暖又奇幻的海洋旅程。In this story, Emerald meets a cute baby sea dragon. She knows she must help the little sea dragon find its mother, but where to look?The most rebellious princess under the sea.Meet Isadora Moon's mermaid friend, Emerald! Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid princess, but there are just so many rules. She loves having fun with her friends and exploring her underwater world with her pet octopus, Inkibelle, she doesn't want to be stuck in the palace with everyone looking at her and checking that she's doing things the proper, royal way.The morning after a big storm, Emerald discovers a shimmery egg in Dad's back garden. A baby sea dragon hatches from the egg! It is sooo cute! When the cheeky little sea dragon hitches a lift with Emerald back to Mum's, everyone at the royal palace is enchanted. Emerald knows deep down that they need to find its real family

※請確定您所選購之期刊正確無誤，本期為2026年4月號　NO.305※※因雜誌到貨日期不一，請於下單時在備註欄填上您欲購買之期號(過期雜誌恕不接受訂購)※※本期號上架時間至2026/04/13※★適合使用者 ‧主要對象：英檢初級 ‧字彙程度：500～2000字自2022年7月起，空中美語旗下雜誌《A+English 空中美語》《English 4U 活用空中美語》《English Digest 實用空中美語》每逢寒、暑假月份將改發行雙月刊。A+ 2026/4 封面故事:人物介紹: Olivia DeanUnit 01The Secret Garden《祕密花園》Unit 02Grow Your English with Tree Idioms漫步英語森林：不可不知的「樹」俚語Unit 03Discover the Netherlands: Boats, Bikes, and Beautiful Gardens深度探索荷蘭 ―― 單車、運河與世界級花園的魅力Unit 04Reading Comprehension ExerciseStop the Fight, Start the Talk: Tips for Solving Conflicts素養 Ready Go!吵架了怎麼辦？化解衝突有妙招！Hot News 1Maldives Introduces Lifetime Smoking Ban for Younger Generation打造無菸未來：馬爾地夫實施「世代禁菸令」Unit 05Ready to Eat Smarter? Here’s the 211 Plate打造營養均衡的飲食：「211 餐盤」完全指南Unit 06Before Google Reviews: The World’s Oldest Recorded Customer Complaint史上第一封客訴信：3 千年前的一星負評Unit 07Go, Team, Go! A Baseball GameGrammar【第 3 天副標】「九局下半」、「全壘打」英文怎麼說？棒球迷實用英文攻略文法島：if 條件句【第 3 天副標】Hot News 2The Netherlands Introduces an ADHD-Friendly Movie Experience顛覆觀影守則：荷蘭推出 ADHD

Order now and receive the stunning DELUXE FIRST PRINT RUN while supplies last―featuring gorgeous sprayed edges with stenciled artwork. This breathtaking collectible is only available as part of a LIMITED FIRST PRINT RUN in the US and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover. As the first female team owner in Major League Baseball, Reese Remington has spent her entire life preparing for this role. With a sharp mind and years of experience working behind the scenes, she's more than qualified. But the public only sees a woman in a man's world--not the person who's earned their place on the field. Under constant scrutiny and pressure to prove herself, Reese can't afford distractions. Especially one that comes in the form of the team's tempting field manager who questions her every decision. Emmett Montgomery is a former All-Star turned coach who treats his players like family and the field like home. After years of running the team his way, the last thing he wants is a new boss, let alo

WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDALA FINALIST FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARDA NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLERAN INDIE BESTSELLERWhen twelve-year-old Michael Rosario meets a mysterious boy from the future, his life is changed forever. From bestselling author Erin Entrada Kelly, winner of the Newbery Medal for Hello, Universe and a Newbery Honor for We Dream of Space, this novel explores themes of family, friendship, trust, and forgiveness. The First State of Being is for fans of Rebecca Stead's When You Reach Me.It's August 1999. For twelve-year-old Michael Rosario, life at Fox Run Apartments in Red Knot, Delaware, is as ordinary as ever--except for the looming Y2K crisis and his overwhelming crush on his fifteen-year-old babysitter, Gibby. But when a disoriented teenage boy named Ridge appears out of nowhere, Michael discovers there is more to life than stockpiling supplies and pining over Gibby.It turns out that Ridge is carefree, confident, and bold, things Michael wishes he could be. Unlike Mi

This is a dialogue across East and West,and a sincere remembrance of trust, responsibility, and mission.From classroom to life, from ideas to practice,the book records not only Drucker’s thought,but the legacy of a belief at its core:that management exists to develop human beings.In 1999, Peter Drucker, the father of modern management, embarked on a profound dialogue with Chinese entrepreneur Shao Minglo over a shared vision for education. Drucker made a solemn commitment: to serve as Shao’s pro bono advisor for the rest of his life. In the years that followed, the two met regularly in California to discuss management education in China, economic realities, and organizational culture—forging a deep friendship that transcended both culture and age.This book records that precious journey. It illustrates not only how Drucker translated ideas into practice, but also portrays his sincerity, warmth, and humanity. He held a deep hope for the future of management in China, remained steadfast i

Dante is back in Camp Catastrophe, the second in this hilarious, highly illustrated series for children aged 7+, by author/illustrator Brian Gordon. Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. After winning their school quiz, Dante and Virgil are ready for a rest.But when Virgil suggests they go to Camp Sulphur Springs, Dante reluctantly agrees. What could possibly go wrong?A LOT! Endless rain, sharing a cabin with his nemesis and being hit in the butt by a stray arrow are only the beginning of Dante's woes. With an outrageously annoying heartthrob camp counsellor and whisperings of a monster lurking in the woods, Dante’s problems are about to get MUCH worse!Follow more of Dante's adventures in Dante N.Ferno is NOT a Loser.

Hilarious chapter books about animals with jobs, clothes and superpowers! Highly illustrated in black and white and perfect for fans of the movies Sing and Zootropolis!Bob and Archie are two hapless but enthusiastic koalas who are just getting to grips with their new superpowers. Their archenemy is Dr Colossus, a giant ostrich with grand plans to destroy Pawtonia with the help of his Zombie Chickens!Can our furry heroes thwart the feathered supervillain? Definitely, maybe... This side-splitting, superhero series is the perfect early reader for young readers, where chapter books meet graphic novels!

Follow twelve-year-old Sim's time travel adventure in Ancient Rome in The Impossible Gladiator, the third title in Time Keys, a bestselling spectacular, action-packed mystery series by multi-award-winning author M. G. Leonard.'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series' — A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar'A captivating adventure loaded with history and intrigue' – Abi Elphinstone''A cracking series with stunning illustrations' – Christopher Edge, bestselling author of Escape RoomThe action adventure of Gladiator meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the third title of this epic series by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for 8 to 12-year-old fans of Adventures on Trains. Supports the curriculum. Illustrated throughout in black and white by Manuel Šumberac.Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson are enjoying an amazing holiday in Rome, until they they are swept up in the mysterious disappearance of world-famous illusi

A spellbinding story about a little girl, the sea and a seemingly fierce creature in need of her help – perfect for fans of Benji Davies' The Storm Whale.My toes hunt for grooves in the rock. And then ... I see her. While searching for wonders in the rockpools, a little girl discovers a silver shark, stranded in the shallows – sleek and quick, but still just a baby. The sun is high and the tide is out: how will the shark find its way home? Drawing on family memories of life in Barbados, award-winning author Mariesa Dulak and bestselling artist Alea Marley have woven together a spellbindingly beautiful story about our connections to the sea, and what we owe other living creatures.

A captivating and swashbuckling romantasy for fans of DAUGHTER OF THE PIRATE KING and TO KILL A KINGDOM. Ximena Reale is certain of one thing: the only good pirate is a dead one. Ximena has spent her life training to become one of the black-cloaked cazadores, seafaring hunters who capture the pirates pillaging the Luzan Empire.But although Ximena is the top candidate at la academia, that will not be enough for a daughter of the notorious Reales - pirate captains who were executed for their crimes against the Empire. So when Gasparilla, the most infamous pirate in Luza's history, attacks the capital, Ximena offers to catch him in exchange for being named a cazadora. The Empire accepts, on one condition: she must compete for her cloak against Dante de León, the pompous and infuriating son of the High Minister.Knowing this is her chance to prove herself once and for all, Ximena must set out on a dangerous quest across the archipelago to hunt Gasparilla. But no matter how far she sails, he

★ 遊戲時間，還是故事時間？兩個願望，可以同時滿足！★ 不只圖像繽紛，遊戲類型更豐富多樣，讓孩子一玩就停不下來！★ 本書內容中英對照，增添英語學習樂趣，培養孩子雙語能力。17篇聖經故事，簡短好讀，中英對照，搭配100個遊戲，結合玩樂、創意和學習，特別適合４～８歲的小朋友。孩子可以先聽父母講故事，或親子一起唸故事，再透過各式遊戲，從遊戲中學習，刺激思維成長。Activity time or story time? Why not both?With 17 beloved Bible stories and 100 activities, will provide hours of entertainment, creativity, and learning for your 4-8-year-old children.Read the brief stories with your children, stimulate their growing minds with activities designed just for them.本書特色：◆ 本書內容中英對照，親子共讀增進全方位閱讀素養。◆ 收錄17篇簡短好讀的聖經故事◆ 根據聖經故事主題搭配100個專為幼兒設計的好玩遊戲（附答案）◆ 附設4頁精美貼紙，搭配書中遊戲使用適讀年齡：◆ ４歲以上，學齡前◆ 適合親子共讀

Hansel and Gretel are lost in the woods, and here comes Cleo to save the day. ZIP and BOOM and FLASH and KAZAM! But even Cleo can’t resist taking a nibble (or two!) of the witch’s delicious cottage, and suddenly they’re all trapped in a cage and about to be baked in the oven! Can Cleo put things right and get back home in time for her bedtime story?

From the author of the multi-million bestselling Sapiens comes the next volume in the incredible story of the human race, for younger readers.Why is the world not always a peaceful place?Why do we have wars?And why do we sometimes . . . not?The answer to these questions can be found in one of the strangest tales you'll ever hear. And it's a true story.Find out about what exactly happened, thousands of years ago, when people from different tribes met. How they sometimes fought. But were sometimes able to live happily together.You’ll discover how we were able to agree on rules and ideas for how life should go. Why wars were (and still are) often fought, and what we can learn from the past to make a more peaceful future.From Ancient Rome to the Mongol Khans, from Carthage to Mongolia, travel deep into the past, and around the world, to discover how people became friends and enemies, and built the world as we know it today.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!As alluring as it is unsettling, award-winning author CG Drews' debut YA psychological horror will leave readers breathless and hesitant to venture deeper into the woods.Once upon a time, Andrew had cut out his heart and given it to this boy, and he was very sure Thomas had no idea that Andrew would do anything for him. Protect him. Lie for him. Kill for him.High school senior Andrew Perrault finds refuge in the twisted fairytales that he writes for the only person who can ground him to reality--Thomas Rye, the boy with perpetually ink-stained hands and hair like autumn leaves. And with his twin sister, Dove, inexplicably keeping him at a cold distance upon their return to Wickwood Academy, Andrew finds himself leaning on his friend even more. But something strange is going on with Thomas. His abusive parents have mysteriously vanished, and he arrives at school with blood on his sleeve. Thomas won't say a word about it, and shuts down whenever Andre

Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run in the US and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover. The gods are dead. All that’s left are the Players…The performers of the Playhouse are as worshipped as they are feared, their enchanting shows bending hearts, minds, and even reality itself. Vicious, godlike, lethal. Eighteen-year-old Riven Hesper knows the dangers better than anyone, after her own encounter with a Player resulted in a curse that is slowly killing her.When the Playhouse announces the spectacle of a lifetime—a chance for one mortal to steal a Player’s immortality—Riven sees her last chance to live. Desperate for answers, she infiltrates the competition. There, she finds Jude, the Playhouse’s brilliant, merciless Lead Player, whose charm is as dangerous as his Craft, and strikes a deadly bargain to save her life.But with time running out and the Playhouse’s secre

An interactive, yearlong journey through the Bible for girls ages 8 to 12This one-year journey through the Bible guides young girls into the habit of reading, reflection, and prayer, with inspiring passages from Scripture that show them how God's wisdom can help and support them as they learn and grow. Spending a little time with their faith every week will give girls the confidence to tackle anything--because they'll know God is cheering them on!One year of weekly Scripture--Each of these 52 weekly devotions features a Bible passage, stories and commentary that explain the theme for the week, a prompt to respond to, and a prayer to keep in mind.Reflect on what matters--Young girls will find God's guidance on topics that relate to their lives, such as staying positive, being a leader, and discovering who they're meant to be.A few minutes at a time--These prompts and prayers are simple and brief, so it's easy for kids to find time for them no matter how busy they get!Study with the whol

Lectures on Electromagnetic Theory provides a concise, self-contained introduction to graduate-level electromagnetic theory, organized for a one-semester course. Written in a "theoretical minimum" style, the text emphasizes clear physical insight and mathematical precision. The five chapters cover Maxwell equations and fundamental theorems; wave propagation, plane-wave expansion, and guided waves; electromagnetic radiation and Green functions; analytical scattering theory for canonical targets; and an introduction to relativistic electrodynamics linking classical electrodynamics with special relativity. The book serves both beginning graduate students and researchers seeking a compact reference.

Liv Livingston and her friends are off to a weekend camp retreat in book six of the Spirited graphic chapter book series. Liv Livingston packs for a supernatural weekend getaway at the lake! The van Pires have invited her and Howl to the lake home for campfires, swimming, and spooky tales of what lurks in the forest outside of town. But nothing is ever that simple in the ghostly town of Gloomsdale. Strange footprints surround their campsite. And the lake shifts and bubbles, as if something dwells underneath...ready to surface.

★《Artemis Fowl》遇上《Dogman》的瘋狂火花，爆笑又失控的全新圖像小說系列登場！★ 顛覆你對仙子的所有想像──這裡沒有夢幻仙塵，只有背叛、混戰與橡實大戰！★ 荒唐英雄 Pip 正式出任務，在花園世界掀起一場最混亂也最精彩的冒險！一部顛覆童話印象的爆笑圖像小說，把仙子寫得壞壞的、吵吵的，卻也讓人一看就愛上。主角 Pip 誤打誤撞闖進權力鬥爭核心，在陰謀、預言與大戰中一路失控前進。節奏快、笑點密、畫面鬧翻天，特別適合喜歡《Dogman》式瘋狂幽默與奇幻冒險的孩子。Artemis Fowl meets Dogman in the first book of this madcap graphic novel series following factions of sneaky, double-crossing fairies who will do anything for control of their world, The Garden. Everyone knows that fairies are gentle, beautiful, and kind creatures who live in flowers and dress in pastels, right? WRONG! Fairies are horrible, disgusting backstabbers constantly at war with each other for power and control. They're not even magical for pete's sake. And then there's Pip, a cheeky, impulsive tree fairy who could give two hoots about power and is really just looking for a party. But after being tasked with delivering an important message to the higher ups at the top of the tree, she's thrown into a breakneck adventure involving a dubious an

Instant USA Today bestseller.Behind the glamour of Gilded Age New York, a marriage of convenience between an artisan and a ballerina masks their shared appetite for revenge in this darkly seductive gothic romance.In early 1900s New York, former ballerina Petronille De Villier makes an unconventional choice: Marry struggling sculptor Arkady Kamenev. For her, it’s an escape from her family’s unsavory legacy. For him, the De Villier name promises the patronage his art desperately needs. It should be a simple arrangement.But beneath their marriage of convenience lurks a darker recognition. In each other, they see a reflection of their own dangerous appetites. As buried secrets surface and bodies begin disappearing, Petronille and Arkady discover their union runs deeper than social advantage. Their shared obsessions draw them into an intoxicating dance of predator and prey, though it’s never quite clear who is which.Bound by law, God, and blood, they must decide if their monstrous natures w

Join Frank and Bert in this funny story about frogs, friendship and facing your fears. From best-selling author-illustrator Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, creator of The Suitcase.Frank and Bert love to sail Bert's toy boat on the little pond. But - oh no! - there's a FROG in the pond and Bert is scared of frogs. Poor Bert! Frank wants to help his best friend, but is he just a little bit frightened too . . .?Accolades for Frank and Bert:WINNER OF THE NOTTINGHAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD 2023Praise for Frank and Bert:"Full of warmth and visual humour, with neon accents for extra zing. One for fans of Jon Klassen." - The BooksellerFind out more about the hilarious fox and bear double act:Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Hide And SeekFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns To Ride A BikeFrank and Bert: The One With The Missing BiscuitsFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays FootballIncludes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

The band is excited for the Maestro's performance in the fourth book of this laugh out loud series starring four musical instruments in their first year at Band Camp! Zook can't contain himself when world renowned composer Maestro Talenti graces the camp with his presence. Zook's big dream is to be the first kazoo to ever be featured in a symphony orchestra, and with the Maestro arriving he sees an opportunity to make that a reality. But much to Zook's disappointment, the Maestro turns out to be a total snob; he scoffs at the mere suggestion that a kazoo could ever join him on stage. Can the group help Zook convince the Maestro that he can play in tune?

Streaming live on StewTube: Pizza and Taco!!! These foodie besties are on a mission to go viral! Will they get lots of likes for their awesome video? Find out in book #10 in the best-selling chapterbook graphic novel series! Pizza and Taco are "jelly" of their friends who have StewTube channels. But don't worry, these food besties always have a plan! All they need is some funny footage and a pet video is what most people are hungry for. Since neither of them has a pet, they borrow Biscuit the dog from the lady down the street--with some embarrassing results! This hilarious young graphic novel series--with chapters--will tickle the funny bones of kids ages 5-8 and bolster their reading confidence. It's the perfect stepping stone for those who are transitioning to longer chapter books and graphic novels. Readers will be hungry to read all ten books in the series! Look for these and more!Coolest Club Ever!Draw Your Own Comic Activity Book!Go Viral!

In this sixth installment in the New York Times bestselling series from Edgar Award winner James Ponti, the young group of spies stages a rescue in Rome in another international adventure perfect for fans of Spy School and Charlie Thorne. Cairo, the newest member of the City Spies, takes the lead when his sister disappears in Istanbul. Determined to save the family of one of their own, the team risks discovery as their search leads them to Rome. Meanwhile, there's been intel that seems to threaten the royal wedding about to take place in Westminster, bringing the team back to the UK on an official case for MI6. With so much security all over the city, it's harder than ever for the City Spies to go unnoticed. Will their skills be up to the task?

The Sweet Valley Twins are no strangers to vying for attention. But when their mom starts focusing on helping a friend, the twins face a tough choice: should they team up against her or make room for someone new in their family? Dive into the fun and drama of this New York Times bestselling graphic novel series! The Sweet Valley Twins have a lot of work to do - between Elizabeth's newspaper articles and Jessica's new celebrity cook book project, there's barely any time for anything else! When their friend Mary decides to help them both the twins are relieved - but Mary seems more determined to help their mom around the house than them with their work! Jessica is suspicious that Mary is more interested in Mrs.Wakefield being her new mom than in actually being friends with her and Elizabeth, but Elizabeth isn't so sure. There has to be a reason why she'd rather be with the Wakefields than at home, right? The exciting seventh entry into the hit graphic novel adaptation of the beloved Swee

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - When a notorious thief is out for priceless treasure (gems! cats! general decorum!)--who're you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that's who! The Misfits are on the case in this hilarious illustrated series from Newbery Honoree Lisa Yee and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat! "For any kid who's felt like a misfit, this crackling adventure packs a wallop!" --Lincoln Peirce, creator of Big Nate and Max & the Midknights Olive Cobin Zang has . . . issues. And they mostly aren't her fault. (No, really!) Though she often slips under the radar, problems have a knack for finding her. So, imagine her doubts when she's suddenly dropped off at the strangest boarding school ever: a former castle turned prison that's now a "reforming arts school"! But nothing could've prepared Olive for RASCH (not "rash"). There, she's lumped with a team of other kids who never quite fit in, and discovers that the academy isn't what it seems--and neither is she. In fa