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作為訓練的一部分，一名年輕的弟子受到老師的挑戰，要求他在沒有任何測量工具的情況下找到碗的直徑。他能有辦法在晚餐前找到答案嗎？我是數學明星！系列包括具有挑戰性的數學難題，以故事形式呈現。透過引人入勝的故事情節，並使用各種數學啟發式技巧，逐步描述謎題，然後逐步解決，這些技巧也是世界著名的新加坡數學課程的一部分。透過插圖和引人入勝的故事情節，孩子們將學習數學啟發法，並受到啟發，堅持理解、表現和解決有趣的數學問題！系列特點：根據新加坡數學課程的規定，學習使用數學啟發法解決數學難題每本書都包含由 Yeap Ban Har 撰寫的解決問題指南As part of his training, a young disciple is challenged by his master to find the diameter of a bowl — but without any measuring tools. Can he find a way to obtain the answer before dinnertime?The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world-renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!Series features:Learn to solve difficult Maths

Energetic little readers will be sent to the land of nod after reading this fun picture book by award-winning illustrator Guilherme Karsten. Are you all set for SLEEPOVER TIME? Monster has your scary pyjamas ready and UNDER the bed is looking perfectly yucky and monstrous. Wait, what do you mean you sleep ON THE BED? Are you not a monster? ALL monsters sleep under the bed! Can you persuade Monster to sleep on the horribly soft bed with a disgustingly fluffy teddy?This soothing book helps little ones fall asleep. From Guilherme Karsten, the creator of the popular Are You a Monster? book (winner of the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2024)Direct and engaging approach, getting kids excited to fall asleepThe go-to book for bedtime to relax kids, quickly becoming a favouriteMonster is a fun and relatable figure for kids who don’t want to fall asleep at bedtime Children will love playing along with the book as this lovable monster invites them to wear ragged pyjamas, crawl under the bed and a

Return to the spellbinding magical world of the Hatmakers in this sweeping, epic and exciting new adventure on the high seas - perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Harry Potter. ‘Be swept along by the brisk plot and cliffhanger chapters’ The TelegraphCordelia Hatmaker has finally united the Maker families and restored the kingdom's trust in Maker magic. But mysterious outbreaks of chaotic magic are beginning to happen across London.And then the unthinkable happens . . .Cordelia is accused of treason. As the guards close in, she must flee London at once. With her father, Prospero, and friends, Sam and Goose, Cordelia sets sail on her family's ship, Little Bear, for the adventure of a lifetime.They're determined to solve the mystery of a missing girl, and to clear Cordelia's name once and for all. But soon they are in the dangerous territory of a band of legendary pirates: the Troublemakers. Is Cordelia a match for the fierce and unstoppable pirate queen?A breathtaking new

STEM—where we see it, how we use it, and why you should careDiscover how geology is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Science—Geology.Explore the wonders of Earth and see how geology is all around us, from nature's materials that are used to construct roads and buildings, to the minerals found in your cell phone and drinks can. Witness a volcanic eruption, find out if there is water on Mars, unearth a dinosaur, and meet the geologists and scientists who brought geology to life, including Zelma Maine Jackson, Georges Cuvier, and Florence Bascom. Readers can also carry out cool geology experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Emily Dodd, and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter geology and why it’s even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use

ECPA BESTSELLER - Now in paperback! First they found themselves On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness. Now they must make their way North! Or Be Eaten . . . NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES: Based on Andrew Peterson's epic fantasy novels--starring Jody Benson, Henry Ian Cusick, and Kevin McNally. Executive Producer J. Chris Wall with Shining Isle Productions, and distributed by Angel Studios. Janner, Tink, and Leeli Igiby thought they were normal children with normal lives and a normal past. But now they know they're really the Lost Jewels of Anniera, heirs to a legendary kingdom across the sea, and suddenly everyone wants to kill them. In order to survive, the Igibys must flee to the safety of the Ice Prairies, where the lizardlike Fangs of Dang cannot follow. First, however, they have to escape the monsters of Glipwood Forest, the thieving Stranders of the East Ben, and the dreaded Fork Factory. But even more dangerous are the jealousies and bitterness that threaten to tear them apart. Janne

STEM—where we see it, how we use it, and why you should careDiscover how machines are part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Technology—Machines.Explore a world full of technological innovation, from the first tools used in the Stone Age to the machines of the future. Learn about telescopes and rovers in space, see how modern machines can protect our planet, and meet the innovators and scientists who invented the machines that have improved our lives, including Dr Gladys West, Olafur Eliasson, and Fei-Fei Li. Readers can also carry out cool machine experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Jenny Jacoby, and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can explore where we encounter machines and why they are even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use science, technology, engineering, and

When the Yellow River Floods explores the relationship between environmental degradation, hydraulic engineering, and nation-building in the context of Liu E’s The Travels of Lao Can. This book contributes to the field by providing a unique perspective on modern Chinese literary history that goes beyond conventional narratives that focus solely on political and cultural factors. The main areas covered include the role of water management in literary nation-building and the connections between the novel’s various themes, such as river engineering, medical and political discourses, national sentiment, and landscape description. The book is targeted toward scholars and students of Chinese literature, history, and environmental studies, as well as those interested in the intersections between literature, nation-building, and environmental challenges. By offering a comprehensive and material-based analysis of The Travels of Lao Can, this book broadens the understanding of nation-building in

9781803706443 Roarr! Slider Sound BooksEach time you move one of the sliders in this unique novelty book, a jungle animal springs into view and makes a fun sound. But there's more! Move the same slider back again, and you'll see and hear a completely different animal. Babies and toddlers will love moving the sliders back and forth to enjoy all the jungle animals in this delightfully illustrated book - the first in an exciting new series.9781803707358 Vroom! Slider Sound BooksMove the sliders back and forth to hear the different vehicles zooming along in this unique and exciting sound book. When you move a slider one way you'll see and hear one vehicle... and when you move it back the other way you'll see and hear another one.There are planes, trains, cars, motorbikes and buses to discover, all driven by Ailie Busby's charming animal characters.9781805314578 Slider Sound Books: Rummble!Move the sliders back and forth in this unique sound book to hear the building site com

A heartfelt celebration of parental love and the beauty of nature.How much does Mum love her little Rae? More than seal pups and penguins love their icy home, more than dolphins love the boundless sea or lions love to race and roar, more even than all the stars, the moon and the sun combined. In fact, she loves her more than words can even say . . .A beautiful, lyrical story which reassures children that the love between a parent and child is unconditional and everlasting, whilst encouraging them to explore and discover, to change and grow.Perfect for fans of Giles Andreae and Emma Dodd and picture books Guess How Much I Love You? by Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram and No Matter What by Debi Gliori.Written by Clare Helen Welsh, author of The Tide and Everything Changes, with stylish, retro artwork from Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell.Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!

An empowering and practical guide to help children unplug from their phones, from esteemed psychologists Brad Marshall and Lindsay Hassock. Drawing on over twenty years of experience as psychologists, Brad Marshall and Lindsay Hassock share cutting-edge insights on how children can say 'no' to their phones. Kids will discover the effects that their phone has on their brain and body.They'll learn how to create a relationship with their phone on their terms. They'll even establish simple, healthy screen time habits that stick. This handbook for children ages 10+ features: -Ten practical steps to help children unplug from their phones -A toolkit at the end of each step providing accessible, practical techniques -Advice from trusted authors, psychologists who have spent two decades working with children and offer a warm and conversational voice -Calming full colour illustrations by Lauriane Bohemier -Further resources at the back of the book Practical, insightful and empowering, this is th

Discover the secrets of the Roman Army in this fascinating gift book from the British Museum. What was a Roman legion? How exactly did soldiers train for battle? And why did they have to 'march like a tortoise'? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this complete guide to life in the Roman army. Filled with fascinating facts and grisly detail, you'll uncover what life was like in the army camp, how soldiers planned a siege and even why they catapulted creepy-crawlies at the enemy!With silver foil on the cover and quirky colour illustrations on every page by award-winning artist Tom Froese, children aged 6+ will love learning about one of ancient Rome's most grisly and gripping subjects.The fantastic follow-up to British Museum: Mummies Unwrapped! ("Perfect for mid-primary aged children" - BookTrust)

“When I’m afraid, I breathe in and out and let the feelings come . . . and then go. Nothing lasts forever.”Now the Horse enjoys the singing of the birds, the chattering of the crickets and all the wonders of nature.But Rabbit fears being chased by a fox, and Hen thinks a swooping magpie will catch her chicks.When a thunderstorm arrives, Now leads her friends to shelter . . . where they soon discover that not everything is as frightening as it seems.A calm and reassuring story about overcoming worries and living in the present moment with beautiful artwork from Alexandra Finkeldey.

How are day and night different in each of the main habitats on Earth? Discover it with this series of books!The Arctic is a cold and unusual place. There are six months of daylight and six months of darkness. How does this affect the creatures that live there? What do animals such as polar bears, walruses, and reindeers do during the long Arctic days and nights? Learn about the Arctic habitat while you follow its natural cycle in this beautiful book!ABOUT THE SERIES:Habitats are the homes of plants and animals. There are many habitats in the world, and they are all different! But habitats themselves can also be very different when the sun shines... and when the stars are out! Some of the animals that live in these habitats are active during the day. They seek the heat and the light of the sun. While other animals are active at night. They like to come out once the temperatures drop. Discover the different habitats of Earth, and learn what animals do as the day goes by, with this new s

How are day and night different in each of the main habitats on Earth? Discover it with this series of books!The ocean can be bright and warm or dark and cold. During the day, the sunlight heats the water surface. At night, everything turns dark. How does this change affect the creatures that live there? What do animals such as sharks, turtles, and whales do as the day goes by? Learn about the ocean habitat while you follow its daily cycle in this beautiful book!ABOUT THE SERIES:Habitats are the homes of plants and animals. There are many habitats in the world, and they are all different! But habitats themselves can also be very different when the sun shines... and when the stars are out! Some of the animals that live in these habitats are active during the day. They seek the heat and the light of the sun. While other animals are active at night. They like to come out once the temperatures drop. Discover the different habitats of Earth, and learn what animals do as the day goes by, wit

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about pop music icon, actress, and philanthropist Lady Gaga. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Lady Gaga--the genre-straddling singer of hits including "Born This Way" and "Shallow" and star ofHouse of GucciandA Star is Born--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children and their parents who are fans.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:• Willie Nelson• Beyoncé• Dolly Parton• Taylor Swift• Tony Bennett

★ 《Big Nate》作者 Lincoln Peirce 爆笑中世紀冒險小說★ 紐約時報暢銷書＋動畫改編話題作★ 一個「不可能成為騎士」的小孩，踏上最熱血的任務麥克斯夢想成為騎士，卻只是個見習吟遊詩人。當叔叔被邪惡國王綁架，他不得不與一群古怪卻勇敢的夥伴組隊，展開拯救任務。在充滿魔法與危機的旅程中，他們面對各種挑戰與爆笑意外，也逐漸理解勇氣與友情的真正意義。本書以漫畫風插圖呈現，節奏明快，是一部結合冒險與幽默的精彩騎士故事。INCLUDES A NEW MAX SHORT STORY AND ACTIVITY!A NEW YORK TIMES bestseller from the creator of Big Nate, now an Emmy-nominated animated TV show on Paramount+ and Nickelodeon.No one expected Max to be a knight, but when Uncle Budrick is captured, someone has to save the day! Join the hilarious band of misfit adventurers in book 1 of the Max and the Midknights trilogy."Max is epic fun!" --JEFF KINNEY, New York Times bestselling author of the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID seriesMax wants to be a knight! Too bad that dream is about as likely as finding a friendly dragon. But when Max's uncle Budrick is kidnapped by the cruel King Gastley, Max has to act...and fast! Joined by a band of brave adventurers--the Midknights--Max sets out on a thrilling quest: to save Uncle Budrick and restore the

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about body-builder, movie star, and politician Arnold Schwarzenegger. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Arnold Schwarzenegger--an immigrant from Austria who achieved the American dream and became Mr. Universe, an action movie icon, and the governor of California--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children andTerminatorfans of any age.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:• Betty White• Carol Burnett• Lucille Ball• Harry Belafonte• Julie Andrews• Dwayne Johnson

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about music icon and "Rocket Man," Elton John. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Elton John--the Grammy-award winning singer, pianist, and composer known for hits including "Your Song" and "Benny and the Jets"--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children as well as their parents and grandparents who are Elton fans.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:• Willie Nelson• Beyoncé• Dolly Parton• Taylor Swift• Tony Bennett

The New York Times best-selling world of Sweet Valley returns in graphic novel form with Sweet Valley Twins! Elizabeth's best friend Amy wants to join Cheer Club but that means going against the Unicorn Club! Can Elizabeth protect Amy...even if it means standing up to her sister Jessica to do it?No matter what Elizabeth does she can't stop her best friend, Amy Sutton, from trying out for the Unicorn Club's cheering squad. Elizabeth is sure that the Unicorns are going to steal Amy away from her but when it is revealed that Jessica and the rest of the Unicorns don't want Amy, what should Elizabeth do?The Unicorns will do anything to keep Amy off the squad! Can Elizabeth stand by and watch Amy get hurt? And if Elizabeth takes Amy's side against the Unicorns does this mean she'll be taking a stand against her own twin sister?!

In this action-packed and hilarious second graphic novel in the Mighty Marvel Team-Up series, Spider-Man is sent to the Quantum Realm with the Fantastic Four! In the second graphic novel in the Mighty Marvel Team-Up series, Spider-Man must join forces with the super genius super hero team: the Fantastic Four! During a morning of doing good deeds and super heroing, Spider-Man is interrupted by the Fantastic Four and Namor. The great underwater city of Atlantis has disappeared, and the heroes need Spider-Man's help to find it! While Spider-Man is unsure if his abilities can help him find the city, he takes on the mission hoping not to disappoint his heroes. But when this mission takes him into the Quantum Realm, Spider-Man realizes that more than just a city has gone missing and that he might need more than just super powers to save the day!

co-published with Guangxi Normal PressThe Orient Explorer Collection is a series of interesting texts written by Westerners travelling in China in the 1800s and early 1900s. Each volume has been reprinted from scans of the original publication and is included under a particular theme.The box set focuses on the theme “Women Writers” and features seven books written by women from various walks of life. It is suitable for readers interested in early China depicted by women travellers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Each volume of the collection is to reignite interest and also to allow readers to explore how these books relate to the region today. With the Empress DowagerKatharine A. CARLThis book provides a sensational account of the author’s time with the Empress Dowager Cixi and the Chinese Court while painting her portrait for an exposition in St. Louis in the United States.978-962-937-405-1 • HK$278 / US$36Jan 2024 • 140 x 216 mm • 396 pp • PbA Woman in ChinaMary GAUNTThis

ANew York Timesbestseller!With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here isThe Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old,TheBad Seedproves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:套書內含以下8本：The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Smart CookieThe Sour GrapeThe Big CheeseThe Humble Pie

In the next installment of this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series, Eva and her friends find and take care of some mysterious eggs!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 lateststory, it's Be a Swooperhero Week at school! Eva and her friends are excited to dress up in their best superhero costumes. At a special picnic, they all play games and eat lots of delicious food. It's the most perfect class outing ever until Eva and Lucy discover twenty-five mysterious eggs. No one seems to be protecting the eggs. So Eva decides that she and her classmates must keep the eggs safe until they hatch! Will they be able to save the day?With speech bubbles, easy-to-read text, and adorable characters,

「軟體開發者與資料科學家必備的實戰資源！Ali以深厚技術與清晰教學，手把手帶你用FastAPI打造可上線的生成式AI服務，從實作中保持領先地位。」 ―Joe Rowe，Applied Data Science Partners技術保證與合規主管 「這是一本極實用的生成式AI入門書籍，詳盡說明如何打造真正能運作的服務，非常適合當成邁入 AI 開發領域的首選書籍。」 ―Julian Brendel，Vitol資深Python開發者 準備好要用生成式AI打造真正可上線的應用程式了嗎？ 本書以實作為核心，教你如何運用FastAPI網頁框架來設計與部署AI服務。你將學到如何整合模型，處理文字、圖像、音訊與影片，並讓服務與資料庫、檔案系統、網站與API自然串接。無論你是網頁開發者、資料科學家，還是DevOps工程師，本書提供的範例、工具與策略，都能幫你打造高效、可隨需擴展、能即時提供服務的AI應用程式。 作者Alireza Parandeh透過清楚的解說與實際範例來介紹身分驗證、並行、快取，同時結合向量庫的檢索增強生成（RAG）技術。你將學會如何檢驗AI輸出品質、提升效能，以及保護微服務的最佳做法，並利用Docker來部署容器，在雲端自信啟動你的AI應用程式。 • 建立可與資料庫、檔案系統、網站及API互動的AI服務。 • 管理並行的AI工作與長時間運行的任務。 • 透過WebSockets與伺服器傳送事件（SSE），以串流形式傳送AI生成的結果。 • 使用身分驗證、內容過濾、限流與速率限制機制來保護服務。 • 透過快取、批次處理與微調技術強化AI效能。 Alireza Parandeh 是獲得英國工程委員會（UK Engineering Council）認證的特許工程師（Chartered Engineer），也是微軟與Google認證的開發者、資料工程師與資料科學家。 #FastAPI #生成式AI #AI服務/應用開發 #RAG #Docker部署AI #Context-rich AI

本書深入解析大數據的發展沿革、4V特徵、行業價值與企業管理模式，更重要的是，它引導讀者從商業應用情境出發，思考並解決真實的數據分析問題，如群組、分類、推薦與關聯等。建立數據驅動思維，與數據科學家進行更有效的溝通，加速智慧應用發展。在實作層面，本書提供Python語言範例，循序漸進地引領讀者了解分析與模型建立步驟。提供房價預測、電影推薦、圖片辨識及自然語言解析等貼近真實的案例。本書更納入AI先進技術，介紹LangChain基礎運用，發展簡單的AI代理程式。這是一本橫跨大數據基礎、預測分析方法，到文本挖掘、圖像辨識、生成式AI代理的完整教材，是商管學生與商業人士理解AI實務與應用的最佳起點！

The hit danmei/Boys' Love novels (originally released in Chinese) that inspired animation and the comic/manhua—also available from Seven Seas!In an ancient China where magic has been nearly extinguished, two young men must work together to prevent the destruction of all life. (Takes place in the same universe as Legend of Exorcism.)Once, ancient China was brimming with magic...but three hundred years ago, the Spiritual Qi of the Heavens and Earth dried up in the Silence of All Magic. Hundreds of years with no spiritual qi have allowed resentment to build unchecked, and it’s only a matter of time before calamity descends and the world is plunged into chaos and destruction. Once-powerful exorcists have done their best to preserve their legacy in the centuries since, but now only one remains: Chen Xing, now tasked with venturing out into the war-torn world to prevent the impending apocalypse.Chen Xing’s sole magical ability is the heart lamp, a supernatural light source that’s supposed to

線性代數是一門高度通用且具備廣泛應用的基礎工具，無論是在人工智慧、數據分析或是各類工程領域，專業人士都需要對其具有紮實素養，方能在實際問題中建立準確的數學模型。本書的核心特色是擺脫傳統冗長而抽象的理論推導，轉而以直覺化的概念闡釋和高效的實戰應用為主軸。在解題風格上，本書不同於一般教科書完全按照理論框架進行推導。作者憑藉多年的實戰教學經驗，在許多計算技巧上提供了獨家捷徑，幫助學生有效提升解題速度，達到事半功倍的學習效果。同時，本書強調與現代科技趨勢的接軌，於附錄中提供 MATLAB 與 Python 雙程式平台的程式碼範例與腳本教學，專門針對複雜的線性代數計算提供電腦輔助實作指導。

★ 爆笑動物偵探系列第4集，小兔偵探再度出擊！★ 犯罪懸疑 × 黑色電影風插畫，幽默又刺激的城市冒險★ 地鐵隧道危機、神祕裂縫事件，一場地下世界的大調查★ 適合喜歡《Dog Man》《Wimpy Kid》式幽默推理的讀者小兔雷吉夢想成為偵探，和鸚鵡搭檔 Pipsquark 在熊堡市解決各種奇怪案件。這次，一隻小老鼠求助，因為地鐵隧道開始出現神祕震動與裂縫，威脅整個鼠群社區。當大家懷疑背後另有陰謀時，雷吉必須在城市崩塌前找出真相，展開一場充滿幽默與刺激的地下推理冒險。In book 4, it looks like the villainous Masque family have finally changed their ways! But, as Reggie quickly learns, looks can be deceiving. When vibrations threaten to damage the tunnels, putting the mouse community in danger, will Reggie and Pipsquark crack the case before the metro cracks around them?He might be small but Reggie Rabbit, detective, will keep the city safe.Reggie Rabbit wants to be a big-shot detective in Bearburgh City, just like his hero, Detective Fox. But Reggie's mum and dad want him to be safe, and expect him to live in Little Critter forever, working on the family vegetable stall. What's a rabbit to do?In book 4, Reggie Rabbit and the Metro Mice, Reggie seems off his game. After successfully exposing another Masque plot, word is

★ 英國No.1暢銷兒童小說！《絕對笑噴》作者Adam Kay爆笑新系列★ BBC即將改編電視特別節目，話題度滿滿★ 10歲天才醫生出診中！醫院、學校與人生問題一起爆走★ 醫學知識 × 爆笑橋段 × 成長故事，笑到停不下來從很小的時候開始，大家就知道——Dexter Procter不是普通小孩。他出生四秒就開口說話；三歲就拿到87張A-level證書；十歲時，已經在醫院當兒科醫生！但即使是天才，也有煩惱。Dexter不太會交朋友，還得面對討人厭的宿敵醫生Dr Drake。更糟的是，他以前的學校突然爆發一場史上最可怕的災難——所有老師同時得了超嚴重的腹瀉！Dexter能不能一邊保住醫院的工作，一邊拯救整所學校，還順便找到自己在世界上的位置？The highly-acclaimed, No. 1-bestselling children's fiction debut from Adam Kay - and soon to be a BBC TV special!It was clear from an early age that Dexter Procter was different. He started speaking at four seconds old.By the age of three, he had 87 A-levels, from Afrikaans to Zoology. And by ten, he was working as a paediatrician at Lilydale General Hospital. Despite a loving but annoying family and a couple of good friends (Rupi and Otto), Dexter’s always struggled to fit in.Add to this a mortal enemy (Dr Drake) and a major problem at his old school (all the teachers struck down with awful diarrhoea) – will Dexter be able to save his job, save the school and find his

Ember and the other pets come face-to-face with an evil dino-snake duo that's out to ruin the Chin family garden!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!Ember comes face-to-face with the strangest villain yet: the dino-snake! When an evil turtle and sly snake team up against the pets to take over the Chin family garden, the odds are stacked against them. The pressure is on for Ember to come up with the perfect plan or he'll get kicked out of his own backyard! Will Ember be able to protect his family's territory before the evil dino-snake duo take over the garden forever?With laugh-out-loud humor, engaging artwork on every page, and nonstop action that will have readers rushing to turn the pages, Pets Rule! is t

Super Rabbit Boy jumps to strange new worlds in the latest page-turning installment of this USA Today bestselling 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!Meanie King Viking has kidnapped everyone in Animal Town and sent Super Rabbit Boy to another world! With the help of his new friend, Blocky, Super Rabbit Boy learns how to jump through portals that take him to new worlds. Blocky wants to help Super Rabbit Boy get back home, but he's not as good at being a hero. As they keep jumping, each world gets stranger than the last. Will the next jump be the jump home? Can Super Rabbit Boy finally rescue his friends?Thomas Flintham's full-color artwork on every page brings energy and fun to this action-

BLACKPINK in your area! Read all about the record-breaking K-pop girl group in this beautifully illustrated collectible Little Golden Book!Since their debut in 2016, BLACKPINK has taken the world by storm with their catchy songs, powerful performances, and awesome style. Read about Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—from their childhoods and their time training in South Korea, to becoming the biggest girl group on the planet and their world concert tours.This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for BLACKPINK fans of all ages, BLINKs, and people looking for inspiring stories about talented young musicians. Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes, including:BTSTaylor SwiftThe BeatlesLady GagaHarry StylesSeries Overview: LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK BIOGRAPHIES introduce fascinating people including artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes to young readers. With informative

本書專為資料科學與人工智慧專業的初學者設計，內容通俗易懂，系統性講解學習AI所需的基礎數學知識。全書涵蓋理論與實踐，結合推導、計算與Python程式實作，幫助讀者靈活掌握核心概念並提升實戰能力。無論是作為相關課程教材，或是從業者的自學參考書籍，本書皆能有效協助讀者打下紮實的數學基礎，為人工智慧領域做好準備。AI時代來臨，你的數學準備好了嗎？打好基礎，推開智慧之門邁向未來，就從這本書開始！初學者友善的入門指南本書專為資料科學與人工智慧（AI）相關領域的學生與初學者量身打造，旨在幫助讀者建立學習AI所需的基礎數學概念。不同於傳統艱澀的數學教材，本書以通俗易懂、由淺入深的方式進行講解，讓即便是數學基礎薄弱的讀者，也能輕鬆理解並掌握內容。透過清晰的結構與大量實例說明，本書化繁為簡，降低學習門檻，是通往AI世界的重要敲門磚。理論與實踐兼備，學以致用本書的內容設計強調理論與實務並重，既有嚴謹的數學推導，也有豐富的應用實例。除了傳統的計算練習，還融合Python程式語言進行實作，讓讀者能夠同步訓練邏輯思維與程式技能。透過實際編程演練，不僅有助於加深對數學原理的理解，也提升將理論應用於資料分析與AI開發的實務能力。這樣的設計不僅符合現代科技教育的需求，也貼近業界實際工作情境。教材與自學兼用，應用範圍廣泛本書不僅可作為大專院校資料科學與人工智慧相關課程的教材，也非常適合自學者與職場從業人員作為參考書使用。內容涵蓋機率與統計、線性代數、微積分、最佳化等AI核心數學領域，系統性地建立完整知識架構。無論是準備進一步修習機器學習、深度學習等進階課程，或是需要在實務工作中應用資料分析與模型建構能力，本書都是不可或缺的重要資源。奠定未來AI學習的基礎人工智慧的發展日新月異，對數學的依賴與日俱增。唯有具備紮實的數學基礎，才能真正理解演算法的原理與模型背後的邏輯，進而靈活應用於各種情境中。本書不僅是一部數學入門書，更是一座銜接AI世界的橋樑。透過理論與實務交織的學習旅程，幫助讀者在AI領域立足，迎接更廣闊的未來發展機會。本書特色：本書專為資料科學與人工智慧專業的初學者設計，內容通俗易懂，系統性講解學習AI所需的基礎數學知識。全書涵蓋理論與實踐，結合推導、計算與Python程式實作，幫助讀者靈活掌握核心概念並提升實戰能力。無論是作為相關課程教材，或是從業者的自學參考書籍，本書皆能有效協助讀者打下紮實的

這本《Mangatopia: Sea Creatures》將海洋世界轉化為可愛的想像天地，帶來45頁以上的插圖，每一幅都洋溢著活力與童趣。內容包括跳舞的水母、優雅的龍蝦、調皮的海豹，以及傳說中的海怪與迷人的小美人魚。插圖線條簡潔清晰，便於著色，既能滿足初學者，也能讓有經驗的讀者發揮創意。作品風格融合卡哇伊與奇幻元素，讓讀者在上色的過程中獲得療癒，並探索一場充滿驚喜的水底之旅。Colour over 45 pages of adorable sea creatures in this super-cute colouring book.Discover an underwater wonderland of cheerful creatures!Dive into a bubbly world of lovable marine life! With Mangatopia: Sea Creatures, you can go on an oceanic adventure full of octopus baristas, bashful narwhals, sun-kissed merkittens, cuddly sea slugs and so much more. Every sunny colouring page overflows with adorable ocean dwellers, all hand-drawn in joyful kawaii and chibi styles.• Immerse yourself in more than 45 pages of colouring art brimming with cuteness• Use crayons, gel pens and even watercolours to bring each salty scene to lifeFrom its dancing jellyfish and dapper lobsters to its curious krakens and mischievous seals, Mangatopia: Sea Creatures is a treasure trove of creativity that travels to the sweetest

這本《Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas》以「詭趣聖誕」為主題，提供45頁以上的插圖，讓讀者體驗不一樣的節慶氛圍。內容涵蓋各種創意場景：送禮的吸血鬼聖誕老人、開心滑雪的骷髏、歡樂的小死神，以及詭異卻迷人的聖誕甜點。畫風簡潔，既保有可愛感，又帶點詭譎趣味，讓上色過程充滿驚喜。這本著色書既能作為假日娛樂，也能成為全年喜愛「Spooky Style」讀者的療癒陪伴。Colour over 45 pages of adorable festive fun in this super-cute colouring book.Revel in chillingly cheerful characters and jolly scenes!Have yourself a monstrous Merry Christmas with Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas, a winter wonderland where cozy meets creepy under the mistletoe. Enjoy haunted gingerbread houses, simmering cauldrons of cocoa, jaunty vampire Santas delivering gifts, ghoulishly cute Yule log cakes, happy bats catching snowflakes and so much more.- Explore more than 45 pages of adorably eerie kawaii art- Use crayons, gel pens and even watercolours to bring these charming creatures to lifeFrom its sledding skeletons to its gleeful grim reapers, Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas is a holiday treat for anyone who celebrates spooky season all year long.

A slow-brewing, increasingly exciting, and deeply provocative fantasy world. --Booklist Against the backdrop of a desolate and mystical town, New York Times bestselling author Sarah Beth Durst writes an arresting, fantastical novel of one woman's impossible journey--and her quest to find her fate. Lost your way? Your dreams? Yourself? Welcome to Lost. It was supposed to be a small escape. A few hours' driving before turning around and heading home. But once you arrive in Lost...well, it's a place you really can't leave. Not until you're Found. Only the Missing Man can send you home. And he took one look at Lauren Chase and disappeared. So Lauren is now trapped in the town where all lost things go--luggage, keys, dreams, lives--where nothing is permanent, where the locals go feral and where the only people who don't want to kill her are a handsome wild man called the Finder and a knife-wielding six-year-old girl. The only road out of town is engulfed in an impassable dust storm, and esc

Rejection letters. Cryptic reviewer comments. APA nightmares.Sound familiar?Ten Moments of Chaos, Ten Lessons Learned is a behind-the-scenes tour of the academic publishing world, told through the misadventures of a rookie researcher named Ted. Each chapter dives into a moment of confusion, panic, or quiet triumph that every scholar eventually faces-whether it's deciphering a revise-and-resubmit decision or realizing that even your file name tells a story. This isn't your typical dry guide to publishing; it's honest, relatable, and surprisingly funny.But beyond the chaos lies something deeper: the quiet, meaningful process of becoming a scholar who writes with purpose and resilience. With a mix of practical tips and heartfelt storytelling, this book is for anyone who's ever stared down a rejection email, questioned their worth, or dared to hope that their work might matter to someone. Flip to any chapter-and you just might find the inspiration you didn't know you needed.

Explore the beautiful night sky with this inspiring guide - the perfect companion for budding astronomers of all ages. From mountains on the Moon to glittering star clusters and distant galaxies, it includes over 120 sights to spot from the Northern Hemisphere, with information on when and how to see them. Each entry shows what you can expect to see with a telescope, as well as breathtaking photographs, engaging descriptions and spotting tips.

A superb chronicler of cop culture' -SUNDAY TIMES'Disher is the gold standard for rural noir' - CHRIS HAMMER'The equal of Joseph Wambaugh and James Lee Burke' -THE TIMESEVERY MAN HAS A BREAKING POINTCalm never lasts on the Mornington Peninsula, especially for Detective Inspector Hal Challis. Today, he's dealing with a serial armed robber, a brutal home invasion and a mysterious cat burglar, not to mention the offender disguised in a police uniform stalking his beat.But with Sergeant Ellen Destry away, a boss who's more committed to budget cuts than police work, and a team that struggle to separate personal lives from professional duties, one more case could be enough to push Challis to breaking point.From the multiple Ned Kelly Award-winning author ofConsolationandSanctuarycomes the sixth Hal Challis investigation, for readers of Jane Harper, Ian Rankin and Chris Hammer.

'A superb chronicler of cop culture' -SUNDAY TIMES'Disher is the gold standard for rural noir' - CHRIS HAMMER'The equal of Joseph Wambaugh and James Lee Burke' -THE TIMESONLY FIRE WILL REVEAL THE TRUTHIt's bushfire season and pressure is building for the Waterloo Police Department. Two bodies have been found in a burnt-out car, and Detective Inspector Hal Challis suspects that they are linked to the sudden increase in drug suppliers flooding the Mornington Peninsula.When Melbourne's Major Drug Division starts blocking his every move, Challis is certain of the connection. But with the team occupied by the hunt for a serial predator, an investigation into elusive hitmen and the discovery of an abandoned meth lab, it seems fires are the least of Waterloo's problems.From the multiple Ned Kelly Award-winning author ofConsolationandDay's Endcomes the final Hal Challis investigation, for readers of Jane Harper, Ian Rankin and Chris Hammer.