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Fire up the turbo pumps! Best friends Astrid and Stella are off on another high-flying adventure inComet Together!, fourth in the graphic novel series from bestselling creators Hello!LuckyAstrid and Stella love reading comet books and are on a mission to make one of their own. But when they run into creative differences, the dynamic duo must figure out if they can work together to take their creation to the next level.Next, Stella is on a quest to discover if robots are helpful friends or evil machines. Bobo takes the buddies planet hopping to see if robots deserve a one-star or a five-star review. Along the way, the Friend Ship crew will encounter a new friend―Time Travel Tiger―whose tools from the future (and the past!) help them complete their mission.With a focus on social-emotional learning and hilarious storytelling from the bestselling Hello!Lucky team, the fourth book in the Cosmic Adventures of Astrid & Stella series is perfect for emerging readers and graphic novel fans.

在 Lightlark 的世界裡，真愛與權力的界線從不明確。Alex Aster 以雙主角敘事方式，帶領讀者進入 Grim 與 Oro 的內心世界：一位背負宿命的戀人，一位在正義與情感間拉扯的國王。兩個故事從不同角度補足對 Isla 的愛與掙扎，使整個系列的情感層次更為飽滿。本書以雙面精裝形式呈現，設計華麗細緻，宛如一件藝術品。Aster 以浪漫與宿命交織的筆法，描寫權力之下的真情選擇，讓讀者再次陷入 Lightlark 的魅力。One deluxe volume containing two brand-new, novel-length stories in theLightlarkuniverse, written from the perspectives of Grim and Oro, from #1New York Timesbestselling author and #BookTok sensation Alex AsterTrue love knows no bounds.This premium, dual-sided book includes two novel-length romantasy stories bound together to create one can’t-miss collector’s item.One half of the book―told from Oro’s perspective―offers a window into his complex identity: that of a king torn between a desire for justice and passion for the woman he loves more than anything. The other half is narrated by Grim and gives readers insight into his past: the motivations and events that cemented his fate as Isla’s eventual love interest.Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns Editionincludes key moments from

Caboose is a hilarious picture book all about the antics of classroom line-ups from children’s book creator and elementary school librarian Travis Jonker, with art from critically acclaimed illustrator Ruth ChanEvery kid knows the joy of being line leader. You can make the line go fast. You can make the line go slow. You can stop suddenly and make the line crash—oh, the power!Cedric has all sorts of tricks to make sure he’s first in line. There’s the fast walk, the slow run, the shoulder tap, the slingshot, and so much more. But when Cedric’s line leader antics go too far, he’s banished to the back of the line. The very back of the line.Now that Cedric’s the caboose, he must hatch a whole new world of hijinks. The turtle walk, the step back, the cloak of invisibility, the “no, no, after you!” The possibilities are endless!"A chaotic yet hilarious story grounded in real childhood emotions." (Kirkus starred review)"Comically and intricately mapping a circuitous path through the playgroun

The seductive and action-packed follow-up to Alex Aster’s instant #1New York Times,#1Wall Street Journal,and internationally bestselling novel,LightlarkIsla Crown has secured the love of two powerful rulers and broken the curses that plagued the six realms for centuries, but few know the true origins of her powers.Now, in the wake of a crushing betrayal, Isla finds herself hungry for distraction, preferring to frequent Lightlark’s seductive haunts instead of embracing her duties as the newly crowned leader of two separate realms. Worse, her fellow rulers haven’t ceded victory quietly, and there are others in Isla’s midst who don’t believe her ascent to power was earned.As certain death races toward Lightlark and secrets from the past begin to unravel, Isla must weigh her responsibility to her people against the whims of the most dangerous traitor of all: her heart.Alex Aster’s intricate world expands after the riveting culmination of the Centennial games, delving more deeply into Isla’

"This is the most extravagant and iconic book that ever existed!" --Trixie Mattel, world-famous drag queen and owner of Trixie Motel Maximalist style authority Dani Dazey shares her bold design advice for creating colorful interiors and playful patterns in your home. Does your maximalist soul crave all things color, pattern, and texture? If so, let Dani Dazey show you how to bring it home. With her vintage-inspired flair, quirky custom furniture, unique graphic designs, and bright color palettes, Dazey is the perfect person to bring happiness and personality into your decorating. The Maximalist includes sixteen of Dazey's design projects, from the iconic Trixie Motel--created with beloved drag queen Trixie Mattel--to the idyllic Dazey Desert House at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, to a crazy and colorful-to-the-max mansion in Alabama. Let this book be your guide to finding balance in creative expression, establishing an atmosphere, mixing in patterns (hint: you can never have e

#1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts present a Questioneers chapter-book adventure in Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote.Watch the Questioneers in the Netflix television series Ada Twist, Scientist!Miss Lila Greer announces it’s time for Grade Two to get a class pet, and she wants the kids to participate in choosing which one. After all, they will all have to share the responsibility of caring for it.The class narrows it down to two options: Team Turtle and Team Bird. Sofia is named election commissioner, in charge of overseeing a fair and honest election between the two teams. There’s a class-wide campaign, complete with posters, articles, and speeches. Then it’s time for the election! But when the votes are counted, there’s a tie, and one vote is missing. How will the class break the tie? And what happened to the vanishing vote? It’s up to Sofia Valdez and the Questioneers to restore democracy!Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote is fourth in a unique and

The pulse-pounding third novel in the #1New York Timesbestselling series The Lightlark Saga, by acclaimed author and #BookTok sensation Alex AsterLove kills kingdoms…Back in Grim’s castle on Nightshade, Isla is reeling in the wake of a brutal battle and the devastating truths it exposed. Her future—and the fate of the world—now hinge on a heart split in two.Past Isla, who fell in love with the ruler of Nightshade, fights to resist feelings she considers treasonous. The Isla of the present, who has seen the ruin her powers can cause, will do anything to save Lightlark and its king.As the line between enemy and friend is tested, Isla is more desperate than ever to understand the oracle’s final prophecy and change her heartrending fate. But a storm is coming. And with it, a long-buried evil greater than anything the realms have faced before.With the clock ticking on her destiny and the survival of two warring kingdoms hinging on her own shattered heart, Isla Crown will either save the wor

本書由兩位數學家以輕鬆幽默的筆調，從數學角度探索聖誕節的一切：如何用博弈論決定交換禮物的名單？如何以公式計算聖誕樹的完美裝飾比例？聖誕老人整夜進出煙囪，是會越來越瘦，還是因吃下無數餅乾而變胖？透過圖表、方程式與簡明解說，作者將日常節慶活動化為數學思考的樂趣。這是一趟融合智慧與節慶幽默的閱讀旅程，適合熱愛邏輯、遊戲與聖誕精神的讀者。亮點：・以數學幽默重新詮釋聖誕節傳統。・結合方程、圖示與趣味案例。・適合喜歡理性思考又愛節慶氛圍的讀者。In The Indisputable Existence of Santa Claus, two distinguished mathematicians explain, with humor and clarity, mathematical concepts through one very merry motif: Christmas. Lighthearted and diverting with Christmasy diagrams, sketches and graphs, equations, Markov chains, and matrices, The Indisputable Existence of Santa Claus brightens up the bleak midwinter with stockingsful of mathematical marvels. How do you apply game theory to select who should be on your Christmas shopping list? What equations should you use to decorate the Christmas tree? Will calculations show Santa is getting steadily thinner--shimmying up and down chimneys for a whole night--or fatter--as he munches on cookies and milk in billions of houses across the world? In their quest to provide mathemat

An all-encompassing look at the making of The Bad Guys 2, the sequel to DreamWorks Animation's original blockbuster In the next action-packed chapter by DreamWorks Animation, based on Aaron Blabey's New York Times bestselling book series, The Bad Guys 2 follows the crackerjack crew as they are hijacked into a globe-trotting heist masterminded by a new team of criminals they never saw coming: the Bad Girls! With never-before-seen production art, insider perspectives, and script-to-screen details, The Art of DreamWorks The Bad Guys 2 includes: * A preface by acclaimed actor Anthony Ramos, who voices Mr. Pirhana in the film *A foreword by the esteemed director of The Bad Guys and The Bad Guys 2, Pierre Perifel *Exclusive interviews from the writers, artists, and filmmakers *Hundreds of character designs, concept art, sketches, storyboards, and color keys from the making of the movie * An exclusive 64-page insert featuring the original beat boards created by director Pierre Perifel and pro

汪汪旅館「沃夫摩爾」一向以貼心服務聞名，這回只剩花式滑冰明星菲莉雅入住，飯店命運岌岌可危。若無法讓菲莉雅滿意，旅館恐怕撐不下去！面對封閉的滑冰場，機靈的魯弗斯能否幫助她順利完成表演，拯救沃夫摩爾的寒冬？Return to the luxury hotel for dogs in The Woofmore on Thin Ice, the third book in the pawsome full-color chapter book series from authors Donna Gephart and Lori Haskins Houran and illustrator Josh ClelandWelcome to the Woofmore, where the water bowls are always full and there’s kibble on every pillow! Rufus and his boss, Ms. Coco, work hard to make every guest feel like a VIP (Very Important Pooch).It’s winter at the Woofmore and the hotel is down to one guest—famous figure skater Furya LaBone. Ms. Coco wants her visit to be pawfect. The Woofmore needs more guests to stay open, and a good review from a VIP like Furya could save the hotel. But when the local ice rink closes and Furya is left with nowhere to practice for her big competition, it looks like the hotel may be on thin ice. If Rufus can’t help this skating superstar come up with a showstopping move for her routine, it could be

The New York Times bestselling Questioneers series continues with Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion, from author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts.Watch Iggy Peck in the Netflix television series Ada Twist, Scientist!Iggy Peck is an architect at his very core: When he’s not making houses out of food, his head is up in the clouds, dreaming of design. So, he’s totally blown away when Ada Twist’s Aunt Bernice inherits an old house from ice-cream mogul Herbert Sherbert that is filled with countless rooms from all his favorite architectural periods. But something’s not quite right . . .Everyone says the house is haunted, and it seems that a number of priceless antiques—which were supposed to help Aunt Bernice pay for the house’s upkeep—have gone missing. If they can’t find those antiques, Aunt Bernice might lose the house forever.It will take all of Iggy’s knowledge of architecture and the help of the other Questioneers—Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Sofia Valdez—to solve the myst

This stunning collector's edition of the #1 national bestseller—and first book in the beloved Lightlark Saga—from award-winning author Alex Aster includes a suite of sensational features:Premium metallic slipcaseSatin cover with foil stampingFull-color art insert with character and scene illustrations8-page bonus romance scene written in the POV of Isla’s love interestMap-illustrated endpapersStained edges with crown stencilingWelcome to the Centennial. Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons—a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and blood.The Centennial offers the six rulers one final chance to break the curses that have plagued their realms for centuries. Each ruler has something to hide. Each realm’s curse is uniquely wicked. To destroy the curses, one ruler must die. To survive, Isla Crown must lie, cheat, and betray . . . even as love complicates