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Don't miss the next captivating page-turner from Sunday Times bestseller Susan Lewis!They raised me. Nurtured me. And lied about everything. Sadie's childhood has always been shrouded in mystery.But there are three things she knows.She was raised by two aunts.She never knew her parents.She is convinced she was stolen.Cristy Ward, podcast host, is gripped by Sadie's story. It's perfect for her next true-crime investigation. Yet Sadie's aunt claims it's all a fantasy.As the evidence begins to stack up, and the lies fall apart, they all could be in a lot more danger than they thought...

From the million-copy bestselling author of THE PARENT AGENCY and BIRTHDAY BOY comes a wildly entertaining wish-fulfilment adventure that asks the question: what would happen if the strictest head teacher swapped bodies with the naughtiest kid in school?Strictest head naughtiest boy = chaos. Bracket Wood is about to be visited by the school inspectors. But there's one big problem: Ryan Ward.The maestro of practical jokes, Ryan has played so many tricks that in the end the Head Teacher just walks out. And then the new Head Teacher, Mr Carter, arrives. A man so strict even the teachers are scared of him. So imagine his surprise - and Ryan's - when they swap bodies.Now Ryan is Head Teacher - and his mortal enemy is one of his pupils. It's every naughty kid's dream!But soon Bracket Wood School is in a total mess - and only its worst ever pupil can fix it...

A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK • AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERWhat if you got to do everything in your life—twice? The heart of Mitch Albom’s newest novel—charmingly narrated by Mitch himself—is a stunning love story that dares to explore how our unchecked desires might mean losing what we’ve had all along.When he is eight years old, Alfie Logan discovers the magical ability to get a second chance at everything. He can undo any moment and live it again. The one catch: he must accept the consequences of his second try—for better or worse.He grows up correcting his mistakes and saving himself from adolescent embarrassments. He even takes foolishly dangerous risks, just to see what it’s like to come close to death, before tapping back to safety.Eventually, Alfie turns his gift to his love life, studying his crushes and going back to make himself more appealing. In time, he falls deeply in love with Gianna, the woman he believes is the one. He seems to find contentment.But as

In the third and final installment of the heartfelt Dungeons & Dragons graphic novel series by Molly Knox Ostertag and Xanthe Bouma, the club battles new monsters--both real and imaginary--as their first campaign comes to an epic conclusion.Tyler has a secret--Sunny, the imaginary friend he had when he was younger, hasn't gone away. Not only that, she now acts as his butt-kicking character in his after-school D&D club, too. Whether it's helping him deal with his rowdy cousin, Luis, or avoiding his archnemesis, Kelly, at school, Sunny always has his back, often encouraging soft-spoken Tyler to be a little more...bold.Until one day Sunny pushes Tyler a little too far and he unexpectedly confesses his feelings to Sam, his outspoken and dreamy crush. Instead of a happily ever after, Tyler's confession turns into gossip fodder for the entire school. Hurt and angry, Tyler banishes Sunny from his mind.But the silence afterward is louder than Sunny's presence ever was, and Tyler must l

William Warwick and Ross Hogan will return, for one last time, in a gripping and unputdownable finale. Available to pre-order now! London, 2012. The eyes of the world are on Britain as the country prepares to host the Olympic Games.​ But the glare of the spotlight makes London a target for some of the most dangerous people on earth. And the moment the bid is won, an international conspiracy is set in motion to unleash a devastating attack that will leave the world in chaos.​ One man stands between triumph and disaster: Commander William Warwick, heading up Scotland Yard's elite team. But as he pursues the shadowy organisation, he sets off a deadly game of cat and mouse which will take him from the bustling streets of London to the hidden corridors of power. Can Warwick stop the assassin before the greatest show on earth becomes a catastrophe ... ​

Based on the original animated series and inspired by a true story, this all-new Trash Truck Christmas story will be perfect for little fans of big trucks this holiday season!Hank, a six-year-old boy with a big imagination, and his best pal, the honking, snorting Trash Truck, celebrate the spirit of the season in their own special way. With twinkling lights, festive fun, and Christmas morning surprises, Hank and Trash Truck discover that the true gift of Christmas is time spent together.Trash Truck is based on the real life experiences of Max Keane, the show's creator, and his son's love of the local garbage truck. So this book also includes a real-life photo of Max's son and his garbage truck along with a note from the author.The Netflix original animated series Trash Truck is produced by Glen Keane Productions and stars six-year-old Hank, a boy who dreams big and finds great friends through even greater adventures. Winnie the Pooh meets Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site in this

New York TimesBestsellerThe neuroscientist, medical doctor, and powerhouse author ofThe Sourceshares the lost art of listening to your intuition and allowing the signs around you to guide the way to achieving the life of your dreams."This is more than a book, it’s a healing experience." — Jay Shetty, #1New York Timesbestselling author and host ofOn PurposePodcastHave you ever thought of someone just before they called? Or experienced a coincidence that felt too unlikely to be true?It’s all too easy to dismiss synchronicities or signs like these as chance. But what if they weren’t? And what if, by learning to tune into them, you could access a guiding wisdom that would help you overcome challenges and cultivate personal growth?In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart explains how. Bringing together breathtaking real-life stories with teachings from cognitive psychology, near-death experiences, and much more, she’ll show you how to:Tap into your most impo

本書以兩位少年的故事穿越時空：長安城賣包子的韓宇與紐約唐人街餐館女兒露莉，在不同年代、不同城市，卻都面臨家庭危機，被迫踏上危機四伏的旅程。故事中有沙漠風暴、神祕湖泊與騙徒，也有文化記憶與藝術的力量。作者Karina Yan Glaser將歷史背景與微妙魔幻融合，讓讀者在緊湊情節中體會勇氣與思念。適合中高年級讀者與喜愛多文化視角家庭故事的讀者細細品味。Breathtaking suspense, unforgettable characters, and a pinch of magic combine in the dual stories of two young people--one in 731 China, and one in 1931 Chinatown--on perilous journeys to save their families. An instant classic from the beloved and bestselling author of the Vanderbeekers series."A page turner that is at once epic and intimate. This is a must read!" --Lisa Yee, New York Times bestselling author of The MisfitsIn ancient Chang'An, Han Yu sells steamed buns in a bustling market full of whispers about his ability to summon tigers.In New York's Depression-era Chinatown, Luli gazes out from the roof of her parents' restaurant, dreaming of dim sum and Chinese art.Familiar rhythms rule the contained-but-contented lives of Han Yu and Luli. But when plague strikes Chang'An and financial crisis threatens Lul

Get your claws into this fiendishly funny new picture book from David Walliams and Adam Stower - the sequel to Little Monsters! Furball is a loveable little yeti on his first day at Monster School. He can't wait to learn how to be scary, but it's hard when you look like a cuddly toy.When the big monsters at the school make fun of Furball, Howler the little werewolf comes to the rescue. Together, can they prove that little monsters RULE?A feel-good, funny story, packed full of monsters - BIG and SMALL!

*An E. B. White Read-Aloud Honor Book*A hilarious bedtime book from the award-winning creators of I Love You Already!, Come Home Already!, and All Right Already! Now available in a lower-priced hardcover edition.Bear is exhausted. All he wants is to go to sleep.Duck is wide awake. All he wants is to hang out . . . with Bear.Will Bear ever be able to catch some ZZZ's?Jory John, author of the bestselling Food Group series, and Benji Davies, creator of The Snowflake and Tad, join together to create this standout hilarious picture book that's perfect for bedtime read-alouds.

The instant #1 New York Times bestseller!Shadow and Bone meets The Selection in this first book in Kiera Azar's sharp, sexy, and twisty debut YA romantasy trilogy!“Dark, sexy, and completely addictive, romantasy lovers will devour Azar’s Thorn Season. With epic betrayals, shocking twists, and delicious tension, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. An absolute thrill of a novel.”—Rachel Griffin, New York Times bestselling author of The Nature of WitchesIn the Kingdom of Daradon, a persecuted few are Wielders, in possession of a magical Spectre–a shimmering thread that can extend beyond their visible body to give a loving caress, pick a lock . . . even kill. Feared for this ability, Wielders have always been Hunted.Alissa Paine, heiress and daughter of a Hunter family . . . is also a Wielder. At eighteen, Alissa knows she’s escaped execution thus far only due to painful self-control and the efforts of her beloved father.Summoned to the harsh and glittering royal court for the debutante

The haunting tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest, reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice Sendak in an all-new picture book.Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott Medal-winning Where the Wild Things Are, guide you into the most deliciously daring rendition of the classic Grimm fairy tale yet. But will you find your way back out? With a personal introduction from Stephen King, the beautiful book has been created in close collaboration with the Maurice Sendak Foundation. This stunning storybook makes the perfect gift for fans of King, Sendak, and the Brothers Grimm.

The highly anticipated third book in the #1New York Timesbestselling Supernatural Investigations series that began withAmari and the Night Brothers!Perfect for fans ofTristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, andNevermoor.War has come to the supernatural world, and Amari’s two worst enemies are leading the charge.Elaine Harlowe has manipulated her way into becoming prime minister, using her mind control ability to force the Bureau to take up her vicious grudge against magiciankind.Meanwhile, Dylan Van Helsing, the newly crowned leader of the League of Magicians—and Amari’s former partner—is after a destructive new power that would not only ensure the magicians’ victory . . . it would make him invincible.With neither the Bureau nor the League safe for Amari, and her newly returned brother, Quinton, determined to keep her out of the fray, she and her friends decide to find a way to end the war on their own.So when they learn that the only way to stop Dyla

"Mind-bending, heart wrenching, and unputdownable!" --Stephanie Garber, New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series, on Only a MonsterThe final book in the lauded Only a Monster trilogy is here--where the unstoppable love and high stakes of Divine Rivals meets the propulsive thrills of This Savage Song in a last-ditch, breathless race against time.Joan has failed to stop Eleanor.Now Eleanor rules over a cruel new timeline where monsters live openly among humans, preying on them and subjugating them.Nick--once a hero to humans, and Joan's first love--is tormented by the choice he made to save her over the timeline itself. And Aaron--the ruthless heir to a powerful monster family--now finds himself in a world where monsters have power beyond imagining while his feelings for Joan grow.Wrenched between love and rivalry, the three of them must negotiate their fractured pasts to survive the new world and restore what was lost. Because only they remember that there was once a bett

From Stonewall Honor-winning writer SJ Sindu, author of Shakti, and celebrated illustrator Dion MBD comes a powerful coming-of-age teen graphic novel that follows one girl's journey to Sri Lanka to reconnect with her long-lost mother during the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004. Perfect for fans of Persepolis and Almost American Girl.Ever since she turned sixteen, Nimmi has wanted to see her mother. Though she has a loving but overprotective father and a budding relationship, she yearns to travel to Sri Lanka to confront the mother who refused to leave the island during a war, not even for Nimmi's sake. Her father is going back for the first time as a reporter on assignment, but he refuses to take her, deeming Sri Lanka too dangerous.But then Nimmi's mother appears to her in a dream, asking her to come find her, and Nimmi knows she must go. Her father is livid when he sees her at baggage claim, but by then it's too late, and he reluctantly agrees to help Nimmi make contact with

Fan favorite Ivypool takes center stage in Ivypool's Heart--a thrilling, super-long standalone adventure in Erin Hunter's #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series!It's been many moons since Ivypool lost her daughter, Bristlefrost, to the Dark Forest, yet Ivypool can't bear to move on. Even being named Deputy of ThunderClan feels meaningless in her grief.When Whistlepaw has a disturbing vision--one that could spell disaster for all the Clans--a group of cats is selected to go on a quest to investigate. Ivypool is happy to join their mission. Perhaps being away from her daily responsibilities will help her escape the painful memory of Bristlefrost's death.The cats set out on an arduous journey, facing everything from painful hunger to bloodthirsty dogs. But nothing can prepare them for what they find: a disgusting twoleg den that's caging a series of strange animals, including two who may have surprising ties to the Clans.In order to complete their quest and right a terrible wrong that

A story about finding your voice alongside your real self, The Other Side of Imani is a heartfelt, fresh, and powerful middle grade contemporary debut that's perfect for fans of Front Desk, That Girl Lay Lay, and Just Right Jillian.Ever since she could remember, thirteen-year-old Imani has wanted to be a fashion designer.But fashion designers are bold, out-there, and in your face. And despite her unique sense of style, Imani has trouble fitting in, let alone standing out. Entering her new school's design competition for a scholarship to the nearby arts high school seems like the perfect way to make new friends and get closer to her dream of being a designer.Then Imani's designs are stolen by one of her classmates, and Imani is forced to enter the competition anonymously, under a virtual persona of her own creation--"Estelle." When Estelle then goes viral, Imani must figure out how to be her "real" self as she finds her true friends and her voice... all while hoping to win the competiti

From the author of Peril at Price Manor comes a new spooky and bighearted stand-alone novel about two girls trying to figure out if they're still friends who discover their vacation rental home is haunted.It was the perfect winter break getaway . . . until the ghost showed up.The last time Iris's and Violet's families went on a trip together, the girls turned their rental home into an epic haunted house--and Iris has brought all her spookiest supplies to the cottage they're calling home for the next week, ready to re-create the magic they'd shared. But in the years since, Vee (don't call her Violet) has become closed off and short-tempered and wants nothing to do with anyone, especially not her mom's new boyfriend.Vee's bad mood feels inescapable in the cottage. And soon strange things are happening that make it seem like the house itself is angry, too--doors are slamming, rooms that were perfectly neat a second ago are suddenly a disaster, and Iris hears pacing footsteps long after ev

Return to the immersive, lush, and dreamlike world of the instantly bestselling dark academia fantasy A Study in Drowning as the aftermath of their first discovery pulls Effy and Preston on a final adventure and brings their haunting love story to its end in this stunning sequel and final book in the duology.All stories come to an end.Effy learned that when she defeated the Fairy King. Even though she may never know exactly what happened at Hiraeth, she is free of her nightmares and is able to pen a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairy tale Angharad. She has finally earned a spot at the literature college, making her the first woman in history to enroll.But some dreams are dangerous, especially when they come true. The entire university—and soon the entire nation—is waiting for her to fail. With the Fairy King defeated and Myrddin’s legacy exposed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories?With Effy under threat, Preston is surprised to discove

Gather around the campfire for some scary stories with A.J. and friends in this new My Weird School special, featuring extra pages of puzzles, games, and more!The students of Ella Mentry School are having a sleepover on the playground behind the school. There’s a campfire with plenty of squishy marshmallows, fun songs, and twinkling stars—what could be better?But when one of the teachers tells a ghost story, all of the kids want to tell scary stories too. Will their creepy tales awaken something truly terrifying in the woods?

This full-color graphic adventure from the world of Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series includes three books in the Tigerstar and Sasha arc in one volume: Into the Woods, Escape from the Forest, and Return to the Clans.A kittypet named Sasha searches for a new home--and wonders if she might find it with ShadowClan and its leader, Tigerstar, during the events of the Prophecies Begin arc.When Sasha is forced to leave her kittypet home, she must forge a solitary new life in the forest. Life on her own is exciting at first but quickly gets lonely. Then she meets Tigerstar, leader of ShadowClan, and wonders whether she would be better off joining the ranks of his forest Clan. But Tigerstar has many secrets, and Sasha isn't sure she can trust him. Will she be forced to wander alone forever? And where does she belong?

The bone-shaking new trilogy continues - the latest adventure in the bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series Vengeance is a killer. A killer is stalking and murdering sorcerers, and Valkyrie Cain is next on his list.While hunting down a cult of magical terrorists intent on taking their revenge on the mortal world, Skulduggery and Valkyrie are drawn into a murder investigation with unsettling similarities to a case they just closed - the case that nearly took the lives of both Valkyrie's sister and girlfriend.With the body count rising, a special night approaches - a night where the elite of sorcerer society will gather on a remote island to witness a ceremony that could change that society forever.Speeches will be made, champagne will be sipped, and two things will become terribly, distressingly clear...No one is safe. And not everyone will make it out alive.

With more than 36 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this eighth book of the My Weirdtastic School arc, Mr. Plummer--the world's weirdest plumber!--plays detective and tries to figure out if A.J. is responsible for flooding the boys' bathroom.A.J. and his friends are listening to parents talk about their jobs during Career Day at Ella Mentry School, when suddenly the fire alarm goes off. But there's no fire--there's a flood in the boys' bathroom!It's way too big of a job for Miss Lazar, the custodian, so the principal calls for some help. Enter Mr. Plummer, plumber extraordinaire. But will Mr. Plummer be able to fix the bathroom and figure out who caused the flood in the first place?Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and his friends!

"A touching and generous romp of a novel . . . Wilson makes a bold and convincing case that every real family is one you have to find and, at some point, choose, even if it’s the one you’re born into." — New York Times Book ReviewIn this raucous and moving new road trip novel, an unexpected journey across America brings a found family together, from the bestselling author of Nothing to See Here.Ever since her dad left them twenty years ago, it’s been just Madeline Hill and her mom on their farm in Coalfield, Tennessee. While it’s a bit lonely, she sometimes admits, and a less exciting life than what she imagined for herself, it’s mostly okay. Mostly.Then one day Reuben Hill pulls up in a PT Cruiser and informs Madeline that he believes she’s his half sister, the first stop on a quest to uncover decades of family secrets. Reuben—left behind by their dad thirty years ago—has hired a detective to track down their father and a string of other half siblings. And he wants Mad to leave her ho

Chip, the little penguin, tries to get out of swim lessons in this hilarious Level Two I Can Read Comic by Maddie Frost.Chip is starting swim school and he really isn’t looking forward to it.When Mom persuades Chip to go and watch, he bonds with new friend Lucy who has the swimmer shivers too. They enjoy themselves at the side of the pool, but when it’s time for the dance party swim—with bubbles and a disco ball—Chip and Lucy wonder if they’re missing out!Join Chip as he navigates this first-time experience with imagination and humor. This Level Two I Can Read Comics title, by Maddie Frost, is illustrated with comic panels and is perfect for children eager to read on their own.

The official children's book to the Netflix original documentary series, Our Planet, with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough. This glorious visual celebration of the natural world combines extraordinary photography from the series with stunning illustrations from acclaimed artist, Richard Jones. Lose yourself in icy landscapes, dense jungles and endless oceans. Learn how our fascinating habitats, and the plants and creatures living there, interconnect to create the one place we all call home - Our Planet.This beautifully written and informative book for children has an uplifting message of hope that will strike a chord with all the family. The perfect gift for families the world over to treasure forever. 'You will be among the next characters who can, if they wish, tell the most extraordinary story of all - how human beings in the twenty-first century came to their senses and started to protect Planet Earth' Sir David Attenborough

Preorder the new romantic comedy by Amber Rose Gill now!Readers love Amber Rose Gill! Praise for Until I Met You 'A sparkling five-star read... the setting was done so well' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Full of fun, flirty romance that came along with its fair share of drama!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I couldn't put it down! Totally recommend' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A perfect beach read... funny and sweet' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved everything about this!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A really fun read... I would hands down recommend' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A real pleasure to read... I look forward to seeing what this author comes up with next!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The genre-defining graphic novel from ND Stevenson, based on his beloved and critically acclaimed web comic, celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special edition!Nimona is an impulsive young shape-shifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and supervillain, Nimona and Lord Blackheart are about to wreak some serious havoc. Their mission: prove to the kingdom that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his buddies at the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren’t the heroes everyone thinks they are.But as small acts of mischief escalate into a vicious battle, Lord Blackheart realizes that Nimona’s powers are as murky and mysterious as her past. And her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit.Nemeses! Dragons! Science! Symbolism!All these and more await in this brilliantly subversive, sharply irreverent epic from ND Stevenson, based on the web comic Slate called “funny and vibrant.”

"The way Snipes broke my heart and sewed it back together should be illegal." -- Robbie Couch, New York Times bestselling author"Heart-wrenching, hilarious, and hopeful, with a perfectly fantastical touch." -- A.L. Graziadei, author of IcebreakerFrom acclaimed author Kevin Christopher Snipes comes a moving romance about two star-crossed boys trapped in a millennium-spanning cycle of reincarnation whose only hope of escape may be a price that neither is willing to pay. Perfect for fans of Adam Silvera and Eliot Shrefer!Out and proud, Riley Iverson knows there's nothing more cringe than crushing on a straight boy. But from the moment that the handsome and sporty Jackson Haines walks into his life, Riley can't help but feel an undeniable connection.Mainly because, as impossible as it seems, Jackson is the spitting image of the boy who's recently appeared in Riley's dreams--dreams set in another time and another place where he and Jackson are desperately in love.Soon these dreams morph int

Lloyd McNeil得知自己只剩幾個月可活，卻發現當警察二十年積蓄竟不足以照顧兒子Bishop的未來。意外得知若「殉職」能讓保險金翻倍，Lloyd決定鋌而走險，努力「被害」，卻次次未果，還因此成了社區英雄。時間一天天過去，他不只要想辦法保障兒子的未來，更要教他如何成為一個好人。本書節奏明快、情節出人意料，在黑色幽默中帶出親情的重量，也讓人在笑聲與心痛之間，感受到「好好告別」的真正意義。From the ALEX Award-winning and Edgar-nominated author of How Lucky, this twisty, funny and ultimately uplifting novel follows a father in a race against time to provide for his child.Lloyd McNeil has just learned he has months to live. He also learns that his twenty years as a beat cop in Atlanta hasn't earned him enough money to take care of his teenage son Bishop after he's gone. But when Lloyd discovers his police benefits will increase exponentially if he dies in the line of duty, he comes up with a plan.Lloyd begins to throw himself into one life-threatening situation after another to try to get himself killed and to provide for his son . . . but he keeps failing--and surviving. To his shock, his accidental heroics make him an inspirational icon in the community. But time is still runnin

A gorgeous new edition of the classic collection of fractured fairy tales from Gregory Maguire, nationally bestselling author of Wicked—with new cover and interior artwork, and two never-before-published stories!Once upon a time . . . nothing was as it seemed.What if Sleeping Beauty were actually a frog princess, cursed forever to weep, sleep . . . and leap? Or the Three Chickens had to outwit Goldiefox? What if Cinder-Elephant had the chance to attend the ball of her dreams—can she bake her way to meeting a dashing prince?Zany animals of all species get their own fairy-tale endings in these laugh-out-loud twists on the classics from Gregory Maguire, bestselling author of Wicked.

A riveting and stylish saga set in Paris during World War II, THE ART SPY uncovers how an unlikely heroine infiltrated the Nazi leadership to save the world's most treasured masterpieces.On August 25, 1944, Rose Valland, a woman of quiet daring, found herself in a desperate position. From the windows of her beloved Jeu de Paume museum, where she had worked and ultimately spied, she could see the battle to liberate Paris thundering around her. The Jeu de Paume, co-opted by Nazi leadership, was now the Germans’ final line of defense. Would the museum curator be killed before she could tell the truth—a story that would mean nothing less than saving humanity’s cultural inheritance?Based on troves of previously undiscovered documents, The Art Spy chronicles the brave actions of the key Resistance spy in the heart of the Nazi’s art looting headquarters in the French capital. A veritable female Monuments Man, Valland has, until now, been written out of the annals, despite bearing witness to h

Award-winning author Justina Chen delivers her middle grade debut in this moving story about Dessie Mei, who moves to Seattle and meets a girl who looks exactly like her. The girls learn they were adopted from the same orphanage in Hunan—only Dessie was adopted into a white family and her twin was adopted into a Taiwanese American one. Perfect for fans of Janae Marks and Kelly Yang—now available in paperback!What do you say to your long-lost twin?Dessie Mei Breedlove doesn’t know what to say when she first sees Donna Lee. After all, the two girls look so similar. As in: the exact same glossy black hair, the exact same brown eyes, the exact same cheeky smile.When her family moves to Seattle for her ailing grandmother, Dessie has to join a new sixth-grade class at a new school in the middle of the year. There she meets Donna. A secret DNA test reveals the shocking truth: they’re identical twins. Not only were the girls adopted from the same orphanage in China, but they were separated int

本書由語言學家與社會學家合寫，帶領讀者認清「AI人工智慧」的各種誤解與誇大。從工作職場到媒體市場，我們常聽到AI將取代人類、全面顛覆社會，但作者指出，這些說法往往只是科技公司為了權力與利益炒作的「AI泡沫」。本書用清楚、幽默的筆調，幫助讀者拆解話術、看清背後動機，成為更理性的科技使用者與社會一份子。A smart, incisive look at the technologies sold as artificial intelligence, the drawbacks and pitfalls of technology sold under this banner, and why it’s crucial to recognize the many ways in which AI hype covers for a small set of power-hungry actors at work and in the world.Is artificial intelligence going to take over the world? Have big tech scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think on its own? Is it going to put authors, artists, and others out of business? Are we about to enter an age where computers are better than humans at everything?The answer to these questions, linguist Emily M. Bender and sociologist Alex Hanna make clear, is “no,” “they wish,” “LOL,” and “definitely not.” This kind of thinking is a symptom of a phenomenon known as “AI hype.” Hype looks and smells fishy: It twists words and helps the rich get r

An exciting new They Both Die at the End novel from USA Today and #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera that follows familiar characters as they face down a potential End Day together.Paz Dario stays up every night, waiting for the Death-Cast call that would mean he doesn’t have to keep faking his way through this lonely life. After a devastating day, Paz decides he’s done waiting around for Death-Cast. If they say he’s not dying, he’ll just have to prove them wrong. But right before Paz can die, a boy saves his life.Alano Rosa is heir to the Death-Cast empire that encourages everyone to live their best lives, but he doesn’t feel in control of his own life thanks to his father. And with a violent organization called the Death Guard threatening Alano, his End Day might be closer than he thinks. It’s time to live.Fate brings Paz and Alano together, but it’s now up to the boys to survive the tragic trials ahead so no one dies at the end.This book contains themes that some read

“I wish I didn’t know that I was marching my sisters into a boiling pot of trouble cooking in Oakland…”Eleven-year-old Delphine is like a mother to her two younger sisters, Vonetta and Fern. She's had to be, ever since their mother, Cecile, left them seven years ago for a radical new life in California.But when the sisters arrive from Brooklyn to spend the summer with their mother in Oakland, Cecile is nothing like they imagined. While the girls hope to go to Disneyland and meet Tinker Bell, their mother sends them to a day camp run by the Black Panthers.Unexpectedly, Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern learn much about their family, their country, and themselves during one truly crazy summer.This beloved Newbery Honor Book, National Book Award finalist, and Coretta Scott King Award–winning novel about the three unforgettable Gaither sisters has been adapted into a beautiful full-color graphic novel for a new generation, with vibrant art by Sharee Miller.

The thrilling imaginative sequel to The Shadow Moth, which was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. Imogen and Marie return through the door in the tree to a whole new Yaroslav. Miro is king, but hates it. Anneshka is no longer Queen. . . and hates it. When Anneshka hears a prophecy that she will rule the Greatest Kingdom, she seizes Marie, believing her to be key to fulfilling it, and heads over the mountains. Imogen and Miro chase after them, in hot pursuit. But what they find in the lands beyond will change everything again, and see them facing dangers they could never have imagined, both human and otherwise. Beautifully illustrated throughout by Chris Riddell, exciting and funny, the Clock of Stars trilogy is a timeless fantasy from the most astonishing new voice in middle grade.

十一歲的 Delphine 習慣把情緒藏起來，因為她知道自己不能倒下。妹妹還小，而媽媽早在多年前就離開了她們。這個夏天，三姊妹來到奧克蘭，原以為能補回失去的親情，卻發現母親冷淡而疏離，甚至把她們送進一個由黑豹黨經營的夏令營。對 Delphine 來說，這不是冒險，而是一連串她沒準備好的選擇：要不要相信大人？要不要為自己發聲？要怎麼在混亂中保護家人。本書以貼近青少年內心的視角，描寫成長過程中那些不公平卻真實的時刻，並由 Sharee Miller 以全彩圖像重新詮釋，讓經典故事更容易被當代讀者理解與感受。“I wish I didn’t know that I was marching my sisters into a boiling pot of trouble cooking in Oakland…”Eleven-year-old Delphine is like a mother to her two younger sisters, Vonetta and Fern. She's had to be, ever since their mother, Cecile, left them seven years ago for a radical new life in California.But when the sisters arrive from Brooklyn to spend the summer with their mother in Oakland, Cecile is nothing like they imagined. While the girls hope to go to Disneyland and meet Tinker Bell, their mother sends them to a day camp run by the Black Panthers.Unexpectedly, Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern learn much about their family, their country, and themselves during one truly crazy summer.This beloved Newbery Honor Book, National Book Award

Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge with this beautiful colouring book, featuring illustrations from the beloved classic picture books. Come along on a colouring adventure with author and illustrator Jill Barklem and bring the natural world of Brambly Hedge to life as never before!From the beauty of the seasonal changes in the hedgerow to the intricate details in the mice's homes, this colouring book celebrates the exquisite moments featured in Spring Story, Summer Story, Sea Story and Poppy's Babies. Filled with favourite quotations, detailed vignettes, full-page illustrations and stunning double-page spreads, immerse yourself in the treasured tales of this lovable community of mice.Printed on a smooth, untextured cream paper which complements your colouring palette, enjoy seeing your creations come to life in pen or pencil.

Amelia Bedelia meets the Cat in the Hat in this hilarious tale of a good mouse gone bad!Meet Sadie. She's a good mouse. She follows all the rules, listens to Mom, and takes her chores very seriously. Sadie's bother does not do any of these things. He'd rather let Sadie do all the hard work. After all, she's so good at it! But every mouse has her limits, and one day Sadie decides she's had enough. Soon she's tossing garbage out the windows, making ice cream sundaes on her bed, and creating a tidal wave in her living room. Now she can't wait for Mom to get home to show her just how bad this good mouse can be.From the masterminds behind Horse Meets Dog, Elliott Kalan and Tim Miller, Sadie Mouse Wrecks the House tells the odd-couple story of a brother and sister who find themselves competing for who can be the absolute worst is sure to resonate with sibling rivals and anyone who feels like they've had enough of being the good kid--and wants to see what it's like to be bad.