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A fully illustrated children's edition of Katy Hessel's bestselling adult book The Story of Art Without Men, covering artists from across the globe and throughout history.A beautiful journey through the untold stories of art, adapted from the global sensation The Story of Art Without Men, ideal for readers age 8-14, by expert art historian and bestselling author Katy Hessel.Step into the incredible lives of the women artists who have gone uncelebrated for too long.Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.You'll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers - and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women's rights.Based on the bestselling book The Story of Art Without Men, this version includes breathtaking

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

Ollie Marsden is popular and confident, but when his mates are banned from hanging out with him because he’s a bad influence, Ollie realises how much he hates being on his own. Determined to impress Luca, a boy from the year above, Ollie accepts all his dares to prove his worth. As the risks get bigger, Ollie is sure he can count on Luca, but will his new friend have his back when it really matters?

A heart-warming picture book about a lost, broken robot searching for their place in life, their family and their forever home by award-winning author and illustrator Joe Todd-Stanton.A heart-warming picture book about a lost, broken robot searching for their place in life, their family and their forever home by award-winning author and illustrator Joe Todd-Stanton. Deep in the heart of a rubbish dump, a little broken robot woke up . . . Mio can't remember where they came from or how long it's been, but they know they're not meant to be there. They go in search of their memories and the home they once knew, only to discover that everything has changed. A stunning picture book with a beautiful message about loving yourself and knowing there is always a place where you belong.

★ 當媽媽開始躲貓貓，孩子們準備好了嗎？★ 14個翻翻頁機關，打造最有趣的互動閱讀體驗★ 幽默描繪「愛與疲憊並存」的真實育兒日常「媽媽在哪裡？」「在這裡！」——桌子底下、椅子後面、櫃子裡……這是一場顛覆想像的躲貓貓遊戲。平常總是被孩子追著跑的媽媽們，這一次悄悄藏了起來，只為了爭取一點點屬於自己的時間。翻開書頁，你會發現她們可能正在喝咖啡、做瑜伽，或只是靜靜地休息一下。然而，小小玩家們當然不會放過這場遊戲。當媽媽們以為終於能喘口氣時，孩子們也開始躲了起來。本書以幽默又貼近生活的視角，描繪親子間甜蜜又混亂的日常節奏，搭配鮮明可愛的插畫與翻翻頁設計，讓閱讀變成一場互動遊戲。Ready or not, here comes a funny hide-and-seek game between toddlers and their loving mothers, who just need a moment to themselves.Charming, funny, and incredibly relatable, Hide-and-Seek Mommy is a vibrant peekaboo board book with flaps, perfect for little seekers and fans of the Karen Katz lift-the-flap books. Featuring different mommies looking to take a breather from their rambunctious little ones, lift the sturdy flaps to reveal where each mommy is hiding. In the final scene, all the mommies have gotten together, and guess who’s hiding now?! Young readers will love spotting all the kids’ funny hiding places.A fun pick-me-up for loving but exhausted moms, Hide-and-Seek Mommy is a playful tribute to

In Winnie and Wilbur's latest adventure, Winnie wakes up from an afternoon nap to find her beloved black cat, Wilbur, has vanished. Can Winnie use her magic to track down her missing pet?A funny and magical story about what happens when Wilbur goes missing!In Winnie and Wilbur's latest adventure, Winnie wakes up from an afternoon nap to find her beloved black cat, Wilbur, has vanished. She can't find him anywhere and her friends haven't seen him either. Can Winnie use her magic to track down her missing pet?The best-selling Winnie and Wilbur series has been delighting readers both young and old since 1987 and Winnie and Wilbur have become favourite characters in homes and schools all over the world. Why not try another Winnie and Wilbur picture book-there are over 25 to choose from!

繼得獎作品《Bear》之後，創作者 Natalia Shaloshvili 再次以溫暖筆觸帶來本書。這一次，主角Bear為了一塊餅乾，展開一連串「如果……怎麼辦」的擔憂。原本開心吃著餅乾的Bear，忽然想到：要是這是最後一塊呢？沒想到真的如此。他急著出門買餅乾，卻一路擔心錯過公車、迷路、排不到隊，而這些「最糟情況」竟一一發生。當最後一塊餅乾被Duck買走時，Bear幾乎認定世界就要崩塌。然而，Duck溫柔地分享餅乾，也分享另一種看法：即使擔心成真，也未必是壞結局。本書以幽默鋪陳焦慮心情，在笑聲中安放不安，是談論情緒與友誼的理想讀本。Bear finds that even when his wildest (cookie-related!) worries come true, things will be okay. Bear Worries is a funny and comforting story providing a unique take on the topic of excessive worrying. This companion title to Natalia Shaloshvili’s award-winning book Bear is a funny and comforting take on how to cope with constant worrying. With a little help from his friend Duck, Bear finds that even when his biggest (cookie-related!) worries do come true, it’s not the end of the world. At first, Bear is happily munching his cookie, until a thought creeps in: what if it’s the last cookie? When this turns out to be true, he sets off for the shops – and his worries mount and mount. He worries about missing the bus . . . and

★ 圖像小說結合氣候科學與真實行動案例★ 從野火、洪水到全球氣候遊行，帶你看見問題全貌★ 青年視角出發，理解氣候變遷如何影響當代世界★ 不只解釋現象，更指出可行的改變方向氣候變遷不再只是抽象議題，而是正在發生的現實。本書以四位青年氣候行動者為主軸，串連全球氣候運動的重要時刻，從紐約街頭的大規模抗議，到各地極端氣候的第一現場，呈現氣候變遷如何影響不同地區與人群。作者結合新聞現場經驗與圖像敘事，將科學知識與個人故事並置，使複雜議題變得清晰可感。本書不強調口號，而是帶領讀者理解問題的來龍去脈，並思考個人與社會可以採取的行動。A Junior Library Guild selectionA comprehensive and hopeful graphic novel guide on climate change and what you can do about it.Climate chaos--it may be a more apt description than "climate change" for the progressive warming the planet experiences year after year, which leads to extreme heat waves, devastating droughts, and intense storms. It can seem hopeless, but a better world is possible. In their stunning graphic novel, New York Times best-selling illustrator Danica Novgorodoff and award-winning environmental journalist Meera Subramanian demystify climate change while highlighting the brave progress youth activists are making today. Novgorodoff and Subramanian share stories from their lives and the lives of four activists f

★ 超過25隻兔子、25個房間的尋找遊戲繪本★ 展開超大拉頁，一次看見整棟兔子公寓★ 每一頁都是尋找與發現的小驚喜★ 春天與復活節最療癒的兔子繪本Rabbit Residence 是一棟住著二十五戶兔子的公寓，每個房間都有不同的故事與角色。當新的兔子家庭搬進來，讀者將跟著他們探索整棟公寓，發現各種有趣細節。本書結合故事與尋找遊戲，透過可愛插畫與豐富畫面，呈現一個充滿友情與社群溫度的兔子世界。Come and stay in this seek-and-find picture book where more than twenty rabbit residents are waiting to welcome you to their adorable apartment building! The Rabbit Residence is a five-story apartment building with twenty-five homes inside. That means this one picture book actually has over twenty-five stories, each featuring delightful rabbit residents. Today, a new rabbit family is moving in, which is the start of a whole new story . . . Follow the rabbit family as they navigate their new home, and help them find their new neighbors along the way! From Gardener Rabbit to Wizard Rabbit, the apartments feature all kinds of different rabbits with individual passions and professions, inspiring young readers to pursue their own! And remember, no matter what kind of rabbit you may be, or what kin

A heartwarming middle-grade adventure about the bond between two brothers, their faithful horse, and a surprising legacy. A deserving follow-up to I Am Rebel from a beloved author twice short-listed for the Costa Children's Book Award Remember everything I taught you, Small Wonder. Take care of Leaf. Take care of Pebble. I've done all I can. The rest is up to you . . .Tick, called Small Wonder by his grandfather, lives peacefully at the edge of Ellia, along with his little brother and faithful horse. But then a deadly assassin arrives. Enemies are invading and the kingdom is in danger. Tick has six moons to get to Kings' Keep and warn their ruler. Traveling through forests and over mountains, encountering bandits and rogue knights, Tick is determined to honor his grandfather's last words of advice . . . Make it count.

★ 黑暗吞噬王國，一群邊緣少年踏上尋光之旅★ 媲美《納尼亞傳奇》，奇幻冒險 × 成長覺醒的動人故事★ 充滿想像力的世界觀，帶來如夢似幻的閱讀體驗本書描繪在光逐漸消逝的世界中，孤兒芬恩與夥伴踏上尋找「光之湖」的冒險旅程。途中充滿奇幻景象與危機，也逐步揭開世界的祕密。結合成長與冒險元素，情節緊湊、想像力豐富，是一部引人入勝的奇幻系列開端。A band of misfits seek to fight the darkness that's slowly overcoming their kingdom--the start of a grand adventure series in the tradition of The Chronicles of Narnia and the Wingfeather Saga. "An incredible adventure that is more than a mere quest."--John Hendrix, New York Times bestselling author of The Mythmakers Ever since the Great Betrayal, the light in Wildfel has been dying. The sunshine is dimmer, it takes more firewood to brighten a room, and the shadows grow stronger by the day. Twelve-year-old orphan Finn survives in this world by being a thief. When he, his best friend Adrion, and younger sister Lydia meet a mysterious stranger who claims to know of a Lake of Light, they set off on an adventure to places where the mist can steal a precious memory, starlight gathers in waterfalls, and spiders spin shimmering

There was once a small town where fashion was everything and everyone only wore new clothes! However, when a family of industrious mice learn how to mend old and damaged clothes, their human neighbours are all delighted with their handiwork. Everyone, that is, except mean and miserly Igor, the owner of the only fast-fashion factory in town! His business begins to rapidly lose money! Will Igor put a stop to these meddling mice or will their resourceful nature inspire a change of heart (and business)? A positive and humorous story about navigating change, recycling, repairing, and a perfect way to introduce children to the idea of 're-loving' their old clothes.

穿上第一雙有鞋帶的鞋子，就是成為大孩子的開始。當鞋帶鬆開、鞋子不見，他學會對自己說：「我可以再試一次。」凱迪克榮譽獎作家溫暖新作，以幽默筆觸陪孩子練習成長，讓每一次跌跌撞撞，都變成自信的起點。From Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Jashar Awan comes a hilarious and all-too-relatable picture book about the perseverance and positive self-talk needed to learn to tie your shoelaces! This big kid is wearing his first pair of big-kid shoes, the kind with laces! Even though they're a little on the roomy side--shoes to grow into, of course--he knows he can take care of them. Except they keep falling off! Not to worry, he'll just tie them up again, because he knows how to tie those loops! But wait a second, where did that darn shoe go? Nothing is ever truly easy when you're just starting something new; but, just like with any stage in childhood, whether it's making your first steps, or going down the really big slide, with persistence, doing anything scary or overwhelming quickly becomes a piece of cake! And before you know it, you're a BIG KID!

★ 得獎作家《Furia》作者最新感動之作，Kirkus年度中階小說★ 一場關於足球、女孩力量與自我認同的熱血成長故事★ 溫柔而真實描寫青春困惑、家庭羈絆與團隊精神★ 適合喜愛運動小說與成長故事的讀者，讀完讓人熱血又感動十二歲的足球天才瓦蕾莉亞在一場失敗後跌入人生低谷，失去球隊與自信。當她加入女子足球隊「亞馬遜隊」，重新學習團隊合作與友情，她也逐漸理解什麼是真正的力量。本書以熱血足球為舞台，描寫青春成長、家庭情感與女孩力量，是一部充滿勇氣與希望的動人故事。Kirkus Best of Middle Grade 2024Los Angeles Public Library Best of 20242025 Rise: A Feminist Book Project BooklistA powerful story about family, fbol, and playing like a girl, perfect for fans of Front Desk, The Academy, and, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret from the award-winning author of Furia. At twelve years old, Valeria "Magic" Salom鏮 is already the best soccer player her town has ever seen. She has talent in spades and an abuelo whose tough-love coaching and lessons about "strength and honor" have made her the star of the Overlords, the top boys' team in the state. Then everything changes at the State Cup semifinal. After an embarrassing moment on the field, Valeria's team is unexpectedly eliminated and everyone who used to treat her as their secre

My tiger loved cake, and I went with him to the cake shop. Then he got a bad tooth, so I went with him to the dentist.My tiger didn't like sitting in the waiting room, climbing onto the dentist chair, or being told by the dentist what to eat. Especially when she said no more cake!What's a tiger supposed to eat?A bossy adult is made to look silly and a charming tiger wins the reader's heart in this subversively funny story about a love of cake and the pull of natural tiger instincts.

A young adventurer must test their skills as a hero while navigating new challenges, friendships, and rivalries in the next blockbuster Minecraft novel. Welcome to Adventure School!Hero Crowe’s Adventure School is the stuff of legends. Every year, aspiring heroes across the Overworld wait to see where the mysterious school will pop up this time. But before students can even make it to the front steps, they must pass a dangerous admissions test.Belinda knows she can pass. She has to pass. She needs to prove to everyone (most of all herself) that she’s not a coward, and she is certain that winning the school’s glorious chest of rare, valuable items is the way to do it. She just needs to make sure she wins without revealing too much about her past.Belinda has competition, though. She and countless other students are up against hair-raising mobs, secret rooms, and saboteurs, facing challenge after challenge as they battle their way through Hero Crowe’s unusual “lessons.” While some student

It's never too early for your first checkmate. International Master and top YouTube chess coach Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) brings the world’s greatest game to its newest fans—babies!This adorable board book introduces little ones to the basics of chess: the names of the pieces, how they move, and what it takes to win. With bold, high-contrast illustrations designed to support a baby’s developing vision and growing mind, this charming little book is both brainy and beautiful. Whether you're raising the next grandmaster or just want something smart for storytime, Chess for Babies is a perfect first move.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a gripping psychological thriller about a YouTube sensation who has secrets hidden offline that might be enough to destroy her. Everyone has secrets. But some are worse than others. . .Everyone has secrets.YouTube baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she’d rather you didn’t know.Like where did her son go when he snuck out of the house? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows?And what’s buried in her backyard?Everyone has secrets. Some are worse than others.April’s secrets are enough to destroy her.I’ll make sure of that.

BookTok狂推暗黑浪漫奇幻續作震撼登場！《The Dragon and the Sun Lotus》延續《The Scorpion and the Night Blossom》的史詩格局，將中國神話元素推向極致——魔族mó、天界不朽者、四海龍族與沙漠鳳凰齊聚戰場。戰火、背叛與禁忌愛情交織，Àn’yīng面對心愛之人竟是宿敵血脈的殘酷真相，在崩潰與覺醒之間，她將踏上集結三界的終極征途。這不只是戰爭的終章，而是一場關於選擇與命運的史詩對決。In the breathtaking sequel to The Scorpion and the Night Blossom, the battle has just begun. With Anying's kingdom teetering on the brink of destruction, and admist a budding forbidden romance, she must now risk everything to protect her world.A decade ago, the Kingdom of Night began the war against the Kingdom of Rivers, ravaging the lands and releasing mó—beautiful, ravenous demons—to roam free, drinking the souls of mortals. Now the mó have made it beyond the magical wards of the immortal realm—the Kingdom of Sky—and will not stop until the entire world falls to darkness.Àn’yīng is determined to banish the mó to their realm and return the mortal realm to peace. But a stunning betrayal has turned the tides of this war: Her handsome rival from the Immortality Trials

Little yellow giraffe Josephine is out and about--eyes wide open and muzzle in the air. She pokes her nose into the blue and her hooves into the green, plays with the clouds and makes rings in the water. The world is so full of interesting things!Take a walk with Josephine to explore shapes and patterns, near and far, nature through the seasons, things that are different and things that are the same.Illustrated with simple lines and printed with a happy pop of neon yellow, this unique book makes simple but enchanting connections that let us see the world afresh through Josephine's eyes.

【這本書來自未來，請小心閱讀—它可能會讓你笑到肚子痛！】打破現實規律！凱迪克大獎黃金組合 Mac Barnett x Shawn Harris 最新力作你覺得未來會有會飛的車？還是充滿機器人？抱歉，在《The Future Book》裡，未來比你想的更...「胡鬧」！在這裡，如果你想說謝謝，必須在別人的頭上放一條魚；在這裡，香蕉叫蘋果，早晨其實是深夜。這是一本寫給所有「不想循規蹈矩」的孩子（與大人）的未來指南。Every other book was written in the past. But this book? This book was written in the future.Do you want to know what the future is like? Turn the pages to get a glimpse at the world of tomorrow and its unexpected words, strange social customs, and mind-blowing colors!From the award-winning duo Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris comes a funny, visionary picture book that kids will want to read again and again.Series Overview: Books 2 and 3 to follow in 2027 and 2028.

A Buddhist monk practices calligraphy every single day--calming his heart and bringing an unexpected gift to a nearby city.As rain falls, Old Monk invites Little Monk to practice calligraphy. "Let's write the character for rain!" he says. And with each brushstroke, Little Monk's restless, anxious heart grows quiet. For the next twenty years, as Little Monk becomes Big Monk, he sits down with his brush every day, meditating on and writing the character for "rain." Until one day someone comes to the temple asking for help: the city has no water. All grown up now, Big Monk packs his things, hoping to do his part. But will a pile of calligraphy sheets make any difference? This stunning book is horizontally bound, creating a vertical reading experience inspired by Chinese ink paintings and calligraphy hung on scrolls. With poetic text and watercolor art from Taiwanese author-illustrator Hsu-Kung Liu, Little Monk Writes Rain is an evocative tale of mindfulness, self-expression, and compassio

【紐伯瑞金獎大師 Avi 2026 震撼新作】★紐伯瑞金牌得主 Avi 再次展現精準的歷史觀察與緊張的敘事節奏。★《Booklist》、《Kirkus Reviews》星級好評，讀者公認「翻開後就無法放下」的歷史冒險。★真實還原 20 世紀初紐約移民群像，體現人類在逆境中追求希望的永恆力量。1910 年，13 歲的義大利少年 Santo 帶著對父親的承諾，橫跨大西洋來到紐約尋找更好的生活。然而在埃利斯島（Ellis Island）入境時，他意外與母親和手足失散。隻身一人在充滿敵意且語言不通的曼哈頓街頭，Santo 必須在犯罪邊緣與生存本能之間掙扎，並靠著驚人的毅力找回他失散的家人。這不只是一段移民的奮鬥史，更是一場關於勇氣、責任與「家」的深刻探索。Newbery Medalist Avi is back with a gripping exploration of the immigrant experience at the turn of the twentieth century. A must-read for fans of Moon over Manifest and Echo Mountain.When Santo's father left their tiny town in Italy for America, he made Santo promise to keep their family together until he has enough money to bring the rest of them to the US.It takes a few years, but Mama finally gets word that their family can join Papa. Santo couldn't be more excited to go to America--and to see his father again. However, Santo gets separated from his mother and siblings at Ellis Island, and he is left to fend for himself on the mean streets of Manhattan. Santo

Inspired by the global phenomenon of the Murdle puzzle books comes the first novel in a new thrilling mystery series, for fans of Mr. Lemoncello's Library and The Swifts. It's a cloudy day on the Sacred Kidney playground, but Jake likes it that way--dark and uncertain. For a junior detective like Jake, standing up to bad guys is a piece of cake. After all, she's the only detective at Sacred Kidney Elementary with a hard-earned badge to her name. But just as Jake and her sidekick Sterling prepare to face off against the biggest bully in school, there's a scream from inside the library. The kids are sure they heard Miss Saffron cry out, but when they arrive at the scene of the crime, the library is how it's always been: filled with books, but no Miss Saffron to be found! None of the adults still there after school are talking, but Jake, Sterling, and Brick the bully are determined to find out what happened. This unlikely trio pinky promises to solve...the crime at Sacred Kidney! The seco

A chance meeting on a train to Tokyo sends two girls named Nana on a collision course with destiny! After a string of epic romantic failures, Nana Komatsu is ready to take control of her life and get a clean start in the big city. After prioritizing her musical ambitions over love, Nana Osaki is ready to stomp her way to the top of Tokyo's punk scene. With determination in their hearts and dreams in their eyes, these two women are ready to take the world by storm! But first, they need a place to live. Roommates, anyone? Nana's band Blast is taking off in a big way--from sold-out club dates to potential record deals. But despite all their amazing successes, Nana still feels the threat of Trapnest looming over her. So when Hachi wants to drag Nana to a Trapnest concert in the not-so-secret hope that it will lead to a reconciliation with Ren, she isn't sure if she's ready to see him, let alone if she wants him back. What she does know is that when the Trapnest bassist starts to put the mo

An orphan girl discovers she has dragon blood--the key to immortality. Hunted by an evil necromancer, she must learn to control her emerging powers if she is going to stop him."A hero forged in fiercest flame, A child of iron and pain. By blood shall heal and chasm seal A kingdom torn in twain."--The Final Prophecy from the Tome of Terrible Tomorrows* *Also known as Odolf's prophecy. (But only by Odolf!)All the best stories and adventures start with a knock at the door... Or the thwump of a dragon's tail at the entrance to her cave, in the case of Emba Oak. But then nothing about Emba's story is normal; from the scales on her arms and legs, to the shocking discovery that she hatched out of a dragon's egg. Even more shocking is the news that an evil sorcerer is after her dragon blood and will do anything to get his hands on it. Can Emba keep herself safe or will her loved ones pay the price?

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

★ K.L. Walther再度獻上甜度滿分的青春戀曲，假交往×好友變戀人，心動指數破表！★ BookTok話題作者，全新YA浪漫小說，首刷特別版附夢幻書口設計。★ 叛逆一點、勇敢一點——關於追夢、犯錯，以及終於聽見自己心聲的夏日故事。乖女孩Audrey想追求玻璃吹製夢想，卻被父母阻擋。當好友Henry提出假交往計畫，她也趁機偷偷出租家族豪宅籌錢。原本只是荒唐計畫，卻在謊言、混亂與心動中逐漸失控。這是一部甜蜜輕快的青春浪漫小說，寫追夢、叛逆與愛情成真的瞬間。This stunning first edition of We’re A Bad Idea, Right? will feature special designed edges!The business of love gets messy when two best friends decide to fake a romantic relationship in this uproarious and swoony novel by the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules.Audrey Barbour has had enough of following the rules. Eighteen years of being the perfect daughter—exceptional grades, enviable college acceptances, tame dating history—and still, her parents don’t trust her enough to let her study her passion, glassblowing, on a prestigious fellowship.So when her best friend Henry proposes an outrageous fake-dating scheme to win back his ex-girlfriend, it feels like the first step to shaking up her perfect life. And the second? That comes when Audrey’s

繼得獎作品《Bear》之後，創作者 Natalia Shaloshvili 再次以溫暖筆觸帶來本書。這一次，主角Bear為了一塊餅乾，展開一連串「如果……怎麼辦」的擔憂。原本開心吃著餅乾的Bear，忽然想到：要是這是最後一塊呢？沒想到真的如此。他急著出門買餅乾，卻一路擔心錯過公車、迷路、排不到隊，而這些「最糟情況」竟一一發生。當最後一塊餅乾被Duck買走時，Bear幾乎認定世界就要崩塌。然而，Duck溫柔地分享餅乾，也分享另一種看法：即使擔心成真，也未必是壞結局。本書以幽默鋪陳焦慮心情，在笑聲中安放不安，是談論情緒與友誼的理想讀本。This companion title to Natalia Shaloshvili's award-winning book Bear is a funny and comforting take on how to cope with constant worrying. With a little help from his friend Duck, Bear finds that even when his biggest (cookie-related!) worries do come true, it's not the end of the world. Bear is very happy eating his cookie. But then, he has his first worry: what if this is the LAST cookie he has at home? When this turns out to be true, he sets off for the shops - and his worries mount and mount. He worries he'll miss the bus . . . and misses it. He worries he'll get lost . . .and gets lost. By the time he finds the cookie queue, he's at the very back; and his worst worry comes true. The very last cookie goes . . . to Du

The New York Times best-selling author of the Serafina series, Robert Beatty, is back with a fast-paced new novel for 8-12-year-olds--now in paperback with exclusive bonus content! Embark on an unforgettable mystery-adventure starring a girl determined to save her friends and find a home! Robert Beatty, a master at telling atmospheric tales of mystery and suspense set in the natural world, has crafted another ingenious, unputdownable story. Thirteen-year-old Sylvia Doe has lived at the Highground Home for Children nearly all her life. Whenever the administrators try to place her with a foster family, she runs away--back to Mason, Highground's caretaker and her best friend. The only place she feels like she belongs is with him and the horses he has taught her to love. When a powerful storm causes the remote mountain valley where she lives to flood, Sylvia begins to encounter strange and wondrous things floating down the river. Glittering gemstones and wild animals that don't belong--eve

A brand new hedgehog story - the 5th volume of Britta Teckentrup's successful series! It's Little Hedgehog's birthday, and they wake up full of excitement. But as the day goes on and no guests appear, disappointment begins to take hold. Has everyone forgotten? Where's the party? In her signature warm and gentle style, Britta Teckentrup explores the emotional rollercoaster that birthdays can bring--from eager anticipation to sadness, and finally, delight. When a secret plan is revealed, Little Hedgehog learns that love and friendship can arrive when you least expect them. The fifth book in the beloved Big Hedgehog and Little Hedgehog series, this is a heartfelt celebration of connection, kindness, and being seen. With expressive illustrations and honest emotion, it's the perfect story to share--on a birthday or any day.

Calling Harry Potter fans! Read all about Albus Dumbledore in the POCKET POTTERS series, the completely collectible, fully illustrated, must-have official guides to all your favorite characters from the wizarding world.Why is Dumbledore such a brilliant headmaster? What's on his Chocolate Frog Card and which is his favorite Quidditch team? Find out all this and much more! Join Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Great Hall for the start-of-term feast, climb the enchanted spiral staircase to the headmaster's office, and learn all about Fawkes the phoenix. Get set for wise words, grand wizardry, and some scrumptious magical sweets...Joyfully illustrated, boisterously brilliant, the POCKET POTTERS are collectible, must-have official guides to the Harry Potter books. Whether you are just starting your magical reading journey or you already know your Fizzing Whizbees from your Acid Pops, each of the POCKET POTTERS is perfect for sharing together or reading independently.

Find a berth and prepare for a day full of discoveries in this charming new addition to the "Fluffyville" series. This look-and-find adventure from celebrated author and illustrator Britta Teckentrup explores the bustling harbor of Fluffyville, where there's something new to spot on every page. From sunrise to sunset, the harbor comes to life across seven beautifully illustrated spreads. Children can follow a family as they tour the port, ride the ferry, and even visit a pirate ship. Along the way, familiar faces return--including the mischievous Bandit Badger, who's back as a stowaway hiding in plain sight. Each detailed scene is packed with playful surprises and whimsical characters, offering countless opportunities to observe, search, and discover. Whether it's cranes unloading cargo, seagulls swooping overhead, or curious critters peeking from behind barrels, every page invites readers to slow down and explore. With its detailed artwork, interactive format, and irresistible cast of

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

Jasper, Mo, and Ruby learn all about soccer while they play in their town's World Cup tournament in the second installment of this action-packed, fully illustrated early chapter book series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!It's time for the Raintree Forest World Cup! Jasper's class is taking part in a World Cup tournament with other third grade classes in the neighborhood. But Jasper is not as excited as everyone else to learn all about soccer, especially since the new student Sofia seems like a soccer know-it-all! Will Jasper be any good at playing soccer? And will his team be victorious in the Raintree Forest World Cup?Engaging black-and-white artwork appears on every page, and game-time scenes are to

Full of evil plans gone wrong, hilarious hijinks, and a quirky but determined female super villain, Super Villains in Training is a brand-new full-color early chapter book series for younger children who aren't quite ready to read the bestselling series, The Bad Guys!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In this brand-new early chapter book series, Vicky von Evil has one goal--learn how to become the baddest, most dangerous villain of all time! The only problem is, being evil is way harder than it looks. Full of not-so-evil mess ups and action-packed hijinks, join Vicky and her best friend Will Wickedson on their wild adventures as they enroll in SVT, a top academy for all super villains in training. Together

In the second installment of this full-color, fantasy adventure series perfect for beginning readers, Gus the Mushroom Dragon discovers a special Mushroom Power!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Gus hasn't gotten the hang of his powers yet, and he's feeling a bit down. His best friend Ember tries to cheer him up with a trip to the orchard. On the way, Gus gets an important message from a nearby patch of flowers: the flowers need help! Will Gus figure out how to use his new power to connect with plants? Gus and Ember also meet a new friend along the way!Gus and Ember's adventure is told through five full-color short stories with easy-to-read text throughout, making this book a pe

Help your students develop the skills to succeed in Cambridge IGCSE™ Literature in English. The Student’s Book provides an ideal companion to the Cambridge IGCSE™ (9–1) and O Level Literature in English syllabuses (0475, 0992, 2010) for examination from 2028, giving students the tools to explore set texts and analyse unseen texts with confidence.

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

歷史真正重要的不是事實，而是事實與事實之間的關係，或者進一步說，是解釋「如何」及「為何」，這是與我們當下學習歷史的態度差異最大的地方。按司馬遷的態度，歷史不是一堆「What」，重要的是「How and Why」。在個人層次上，一個人為什麼會用這種方式講話做事？作為一個群體，彼此行為之間的互動會產生什麼模式，他們為何如此？某些事情會導致什麼樣的後果？為了達到某種目的又選擇何種手段？這些都在歷史裡，也是我們理解、研究史學時最重要的挑戰。當我們以這樣的視野和方式去整理豐富龐雜的史實，就會對人類行為有一個合理的解釋，從而碰觸到普遍的人類經驗，真正做到以古鑑今，讓歷史對當下現實有所幫助。司馬遷在著作中清楚地展現了這種歷史態度。他用了幾個重要的觀念解釋《史記》的目的。