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This epic and timeless tale recounts the adventures of Odysseus as he journeyed home to Ithaca after the fall of Troy. The story of Odysseus' perilous journey home after the fall of Troy relates allegorical tales of goddesses and sirens, capture and escape, and maneuvering between Scylla and Charybdis. After ten years of travel, Odysseus finally reaches Ithaca to find his family in turmoil. The saga of his efforts to make things right is one of the oldest works of Western literature and still offers powerful lessons for modern times. With full-color page edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, this edition of The Odyssey is a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

In this follow-up toThe Colliding Worlds Of Mine Lee, a boy discovers he can travel into parallel worldsto be with his girlfriend. But each time their paths collide, the fabric of their universes frays a little more. Is their love worth the unraveling of reality?"SINCERE, SMART,AND META..." —SOMAN CHAINANI, AUTHOR OF THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL SERIESJin’s whole world been turned upside down. Since meeting Mina inside her webcomic,Jin has discovered unbelievable things about his life:1. He’s been living in a parallel universe.2. His birth mother actually didn't abandon him.3. He'll never be able to see Mina again.But then the impossible happens—Jin teleports to Mina’s world. But with every visit, cataclysmic weather threatens Jin’s world. And a mysterious lab seemswaytoo interested in testing Jin’s new teleporting ability. Is Jin ready to risk it all for the girl he loves?Ellen Oh, the award-winning author and a founding member of We Need Diverse Books delivers a grounded speculative

Two heroes. One brain cell. BROMANTASY is a cozy, queer fantasy about the mortifying ordeal of being known by your totally platonic best friend and the epic quest that might force you to confront the truth. Fellas, is it gay to kiss your bff while on a quest through the forest you're unqualified for? Juniper O'Reilly is good at only two things: demolishing a pint of mead and finding the perfect skincare routine. Everything else--taking care of the farm, bartering for goods, any sort of manual labor--falls to Juniper's best friend, the absurdly capable, endlessly patient Mo Elmthorn. But when Juniper accidentally volunteers them both for a quest to kill a fearsome monster, he knows he's finally gotten in over his head. Juniper hates camping, he hates the dark, and there's no way all these foraged mushrooms are going to sit well in his stomach. One thing he doesn't hate? How good Mo's thighs look in his questing pants--he doesn't have time to think about that, though, with a monster to h

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ENCORE AWARD. LONGLISTED FOR THE JHALAK PRIZE.‘A quietly devastating masterpiece.’ MARIAN KEYES‘Adam is a master storyteller.’ SARA COLLINS‘Exquisitely written … compelling and tender.’ MONIQUE ROFFEYIn the heart-aching new novel from the author of the award–winning Golden Child, a mother searches for the daughter she left behind a lifetime ago.When Dawn Bishop was sixteen, she left her home in Trinidad and journeyed across the sea to Venezuela. There, she gave birth to a baby girl and returned to Trinidad alone.Dawn tried to carry on with her life: a move to England, a marriage, two sons and a divorce. But she never stopped thinking of her daughter and of what might have been.Forty years later, a woman gets in touch on an internet forum, claiming that she might be her long-lost daughter. Dawn dares to hope that this may be a way back to her past. Could she finally give form to all the love and care a mother has left to offer?

A hilarious picture book about an endearing little crank who thinks the museum is absolutely awful . . . or is it actually awesome? Art can be a lot of things--wondrous, inspiring, transformative . . . but mostly it's boring! And visiting an art museum? Double boring! Come along with a curmudgeonly young boy--who's more interested in finger painting his cat than "admiring art"--as he's begrudgingly taken to the local museum by his well-meaning mother. Seriously, what's so great about scribbles and squares and dots? OK, sure, that portrait made of cubes is kind of cool. And those sculptures made of clay are pretty awesome . . . Gasp! Maybe he does like art after all?! Well, would that be so awful? Witty and informative (but never boring!), author Cassi McCreight and Xindi Yan, illustrator of the New York Times-bestselling Busy Betty series, have paired up to create a laugh-out-loud romp all about art appreciation. With nods to famous artists and art movements on every page, and back mat

A football star and a die-hard fan entangled in a PR stunt—that only one side knows is fake—might be the right play in this new romantic comedy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lynn Painter.Duffy Distefano loves three things: her dad, the family cat, and Minneapolis Coyotes football. So when she gets booed out of a game and becomes the internet’s villain, she is distraught—and disgruntled. All she did was shove Coyote Carl away when he made a move on her, but everyone else saw a woman attacking their team’s beloved mascot. Eager to clear the air, Duffy agrees to an interview on a hit morning show. She doesn’t expect a co-guest to join her—especially not the Coyotes’ star tight end.When MVP Connor Cunningham was tasked with damage control to help his team out of their PR nightmare, he thought that meant saying a few words on the team’s behalf. Instead he finds himself in a highly amusing verbal sparring match with a recently wronged fan on live TV. Duffy pelts him with fiery jabs

Babies who've grown up with the bestselling touchy-feely books will love That's not my... Activity Books!Discover sea-themed things to spot, pictures to finish, shapes to trace and words to learn - all packed into the pages of this fun first activity book. Don't forget to spot little white mouse on every double page!- Perfect for children aged 2 years and above- Helps develop vocabulary and fine motor skills- Bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations support visual development- Keeps children entertained on-the-go- Discover more in the series, from favourite animals to exciting vehicles

This entertaining book is full of dogs, cats and other things to spot, match, count and talk about. Animals in each scene invite readers to look for specific things, such as dog on a skateboard or a tap-dancing cat, while picture clues with text and number prompts offer further suggestions. There is a little white mouse to spot in each picture too. Younger children will enjoy sharing this book with older children or adults, while additional details enable grown-ups to make up further questions of their own.

For fans of My Dark Vanessa and Acts of Desperation, THE CRUSTACEAN is a Korean high schooler's response to Lolita'THE CRUSTACEAN isn't a novel, it's an obsession . . . I would kill and die for this book' ALISSA NUTTING, author of TAMPA'MY DARK VANESSA meets EARTHLINGS. A truly unique gut-punch of a read' Alice Slater, author of DEATH OF A BOOKSELLER"When I was 13 I knew nothing about anything.I only cared about love.And the older man, who I thought I fell in love with, never told me he was divorced.I made that up on my own."Chichirim is an ordinary, misunderstood, lonely schoolgirl. She's also in possession of a terrible secret.Her dad is worse than useless. And her mum spends all her days tattooing thick ugly eyebrows on old women.Her sister hates them so much she wishes they were dead.Chichirim does bad things at school. And still, no one cares.Until, one day, an older man picks her up on the side of the road.He tells her she is pretty.Her tells her what to do.Underneath her hard ou

Croaky Hopper 可不想只是坐在池塘的荷葉上，他滿腦子都是刺激的探險。加入 Woggle Scouts 後，這隻小青蛙終於有機會把夢想變成真正的任務。這一次，Croaky 和朋友們前往 Crater Canyon，目標竟然是調查一架神祕的 UFO！炙熱的沙漠、搖搖晃晃的繩橋，再加上不時飛過天空的不明飛行物，讓調查一路狀況不斷。Croaky 和夥伴能不能查清 UFO 背後的真相？外星人真的存在嗎？Super Happy Magic Forest 創作者 Matty Long 以每頁全彩插圖搭配幽默冒險，打造適合獨立閱讀的橋梁書，推薦給喜歡 Jamie Smart 與 Dav Pilkey 的孩子。● Croaky 與 Woggle Scouts 前往 Crater Canyon 調查神祕 UFO，展開沙漠探險● 炙熱天氣、危險繩橋與空中不明飛行物接連出現，冒險中也藏著等待破解的謎團● 每頁皆有全彩插圖，結合快速情節與幽默風格，適合喜歡 Jamie Smart、Dav Pilkey 的讀者In Danger at Crater Canyon, Croaky and his friends are off to investigate a UFO! When faced with baking desert heat, rickety rope bridges, and mysterious UFOs flying about . . . will they get to the bottom of the mystery? And are there really such things as aliens?Froggy, Fearless, and Ready for Adventure!Froggy, Fearless, and Ready for Adventure! Leap into this full-colour chapter book series from Super Happy Magic Forest creator Matty Long-perfect for readers who love funny stories!Croaky Hopper isn't like other little frogs. He dreams of

An original, gripping courtroom drama, following all the ins and outs of the punchy legal world, mixed with the twists and turns of a propulsive thriller. Perfect for fans ofAnatomy of a ScandalmeetsApple Tree Yardby way ofBlood Orange.'So gripping, so clever, so good. This brilliant book had me hooked from the beginning' –Alice Feeney, author ofBeautiful UglyBreathlessly compulsive courtroom drama with expertly-crafted twists that you won't see coming,Dissection of a Murderis the razor-sharp debut novel from Jo Murray.A dead judge. A silent defendant. And a courtroom full of liars.When Leila Reynolds is handed her first murder case, she’s shocked at how high-profile it is: the murder of a well-respected, well-known judge. This shouldn’t be the kind of case she’s leading; it’s way beyond her expertise. But the defendant, Jack Millman, is clear. He wants her, and only her.To make things worse, he’s refusing to talk. How is she supposed to prove herself on what appears to be an unwinnabl

Perfect for fans of Sarah Hagger-Holt and Benjamin Dean, this is a fresh take on family and what it means to be true to yourself. Filled with heart, for every reader who doesn't feel seen.Hari is Ella's dad and was a sperm donor before she was born. She's fine with it, but she's not fine with the idea of sharing him with some other kid she's never met. With her mum working abroad and her best friend starting a different senior school, Ella's dealing with enough change already. Now this decision her dad made in his past is messing with her future and she's not happy.When Max ends up gatecrashing Ella's family weekend, things do not go to plan, and they are both pushed to the edge . in more ways than one.Will they stay stuck, or will they find a way to come together . and the path to their true selves?Also by Kristina Rahim:The Doughnut Club"Rahim weaves complex matters into a mystery with an absorbing plot, driven by its plucky, warm-hearted heroine" - The Telegraph"A poignant, joyful,

Solve the puzzles to find the gold in this thrilling and funny interactive dragon-riding adventure from the bestselling author-illustrator of Grumpfort, packed with epic illustrations!You are invited to compete in the Wingrider Trials on Dragonflare Island!Do you have what it takes to become a dragon rider, solve the puzzles and find the treasure? Flynn definitely doesn't. So, when a dragon kidnaps him to be her partner in the trials, things get complicated.Now they're stuck in a labyrinth full of hungry monsters, impossible obstacle courses, and backstabbing competitors. To win, they'll need brains, bravery and - worst of all - teamwork.But the trials are hiding a deadly secret, and if Flynn and his dragon don't win, the whole island could be doomed..."Full of heroes and heart, Jamie Hammond packs adventure into every sentence." - Emma Swan, author of Cruise Ship Kid"A stone cold five stars and recommended to ages 7 and up!" - Ramzee, author of The Cheat Book"Filled with adventure, he

A young seer tries to save a classmate from death and her entire grade from a looming doomsday in this contemporary fantasy duology from New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Scott Reintgen. Both books available together in one paperback bind-up! In The Problem with Prophecies, Celia Cleary inherits the gift of prophecy that has been passed down in her family for generations. But nothing could have prepared her for her first vision--that the quiet boy down the street, Jeffrey Johnson, is about to die. Celia is determined to save him despite her grandmother's warnings against it, but for each danger she avoids, another one takes its place. It doesn't help that she's getting to know Jeffrey more and more with each new rescue attempt. It really doesn't help when she realizes she kind of likes him. Will Celia's gifts be enough to thwart fate? Or are some things in life inevitable? In The Drama with Doomsdays, Celia is finally starting to get a handle on her powers when she learns

A fascinating visual history of Notre-Dame, "the World's Cathedral," that highlights the burning and reconstruction of the cherished building from award-winning author-illustrator Lynn Curlee. On April 15, 2019, the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris was almost destroyed by fire, an event that shocked and riveted the entire world as it played out in real time on TV and across the internet. The story of the fire and its aftermath, along with the rebuilding of the historic cathedral, offers an exciting narrative around which Lynn Curlee builds an illustrated story for middle grade readers about this internationally cherished monument. In the way that only he can, Lynn illuminates captivating information about cathedrals, gothic architecture, French history, restoration of old buildings, heroism under fire, and even Quasimodo, the famous Hunchback of Notre-Dame.

★ 雲端城堡「獨角獸過夜派對」開場！爆笑又尷尬的魔法冒險升級★ 如果《InvestiGators》遇上《Narwhal and Jelly》，再加一點社交焦慮與英雄任務！★ 超人氣圖像小說續集，友情、魔法與自我認同一次爆發★ 當全世界都比你酷時，做自己才是最強魔法布萊恩受邀參加一場只限獨角獸的神祕過夜派對，地點竟是雲端上的魔法城堡。原本以為能找到和自己一樣的同類，卻發現大家似乎都比他更懂魔法、更自信。當派對逐漸出現詭異秘密，他不僅要面對外在危機，也要戰勝內心的不安。這部爆笑又溫暖的圖像小說，描寫友情、自我認同與勇敢做自己的力量。Praise for Unicorn Boy: "an upbeat blend of magic and character growth." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "With the humor of Meggie Ramm's Batcat and the layered hero's journey of Ben Hatke's Things in the Basement, this is a true hero of a tale." -School Library Journal, starred review "Gentle through-lines emphasize the value of devoted friendship and the joy of understanding oneself through storytelling." -Kirkus In the second exciting installment of this magical adventure, our hero Unicorn Boy sets out in search of deep mystical knowledge: how to fit in at a sleep-over, how to handle everyone seeming cooler than you are, and what's up with this whole unicorn thing? Perfect for readers of Narwhal and Jelly, Grumpy Uni

Narwhal & Jelly meets The Mouse and the Motorcycle in this action-packed, hilarious graphic novel series perfect for early and reluctant readers ages 5-9.Ham and Shelby are the perfect racing team. Too perfect—Ham is bored. But what will they do when their racecars are stolen—by a CAT?!Shelby and Ham are the greatest team in pet shop racing history! But . . . so are all the other pet shop racing teams. Ham is sick and tired of races that end in ties.Luckily—er, unluckily?—there's a problem: The hobby shop's new cat is holding their cars hostage. Will their feline foe, and a new friend with ideas for outsmarting her, be enough to shake things up?Story Locale: a fictional pet shop and hobby shop inside a strip mallSeries Overview: Pet Shop Racers October 2025Pet Shop Racers: The Fast and the Furriest October 2025Pet Shop Racers: Need Fur Speed April 2026

Join the entire gang of mer-friends--along with Neptune, king of the ocean, and Viking god Thor--in this epic and masterfully crafted adventure by New York Times best-selling author Liz Kessler. Adventure always seems to find Emily Windsnap! So when she discovers a bangle with a unique crystal under Rainbow Rocks, she and her friends are soon unraveling a whole new mystery. After learning that the crystal originally came from a familiar place--Halflight Castle!--Shona and Emily reunite there with Aaron . . . and none other than Neptune, king of the oceans. The bangle leads the mermaids to a cave full of crystals, and, with Mandy's help, they discover the truth about the jewel's origin--and what's at stake if they don't make things right. Unfortunately, the only solution involves getting the sea and sky's most powerful (and notoriously selfish) rulers to put their own interests aside for the greater good. Will the quartet find a way to convince the imperious Neptune and the Viking god T

Can the Founders' ideals still inspire and unite the nation 250th years after the Declaration of Independence? Fox News Channel's Chief Political Anchor and #1 bestselling author Bret Baier makes the case for America, an inspiring defense of our history, values, and national character. The impossible dream of the United States of America began with a declaration. Years before the Revolution was won, long before the Constitution was created, we were a nation because of our decision to be free.Though the universal hunger for freedom that endures, these days our country often seems at cross purposes. Our very history is divisive. On one side, there are the unrelenting complaints about all the things we're getting wrong. Such critics seem intent on focusing on the darker chapters of our story. On the other side is a sanitized version of history that leaves little room for self-reflection. It's as if any admission of frailty or failure is an unpatriotic act.In The Case for America Bret Baie

The wildly popular, bestselling Animorphs series by Katherine Applegate and Michael Grant is back with an all-new look! Perfect for Ani-fans of all ages.We can't tell you who we are. Or where we live. It's too risky. And we've got to be careful. But everyone is in danger. Yeah. Even you.Sometimes weird things happen to people. Ask Jake. He could tell you about the night he and his friends saw a strange light in the sky that seemed to be heading right for them. That was the night five normal kids learned that humanity is under a silent attack -- and they were given the power to fight back.Now Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco can transform into some of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. And they must use that power to outsmart an eveil greater than anything the world has ever seen ...Join the Animorphs as they defend Earth from the Yeerk invaders in the original series with a brand-new look!

A joyful celebration of space - in children's very own words!This entertaining board book combines the things children say about space, with bright illustrations of rockets and cute animal astronauts ... There are shooting stars, the moon shines at night and there are lots and lots of planets. No wonder everyone loves space!

Everyone's favorite fourth grader, Gracie Wei, is back for her third chapter book adventure, mustering up the courage to brave the haunted house with her friends and prove that she’s all grownup—for fans of Ivy and Bean and Dory Fantasmagory.Gracie Wei has grown an entire inch over summer and she’s positively sure she's ready for the Zipper—the coolest ride at the Spin City Spectacular Carnival. The big night finally comes, and Gracie is having a blast with her BFFs, eating cotton candy and going on all the rides—but before the girls can make it to the Zipper, they take a detour to the haunted house. Gracie tries to be brave and go along with her friends but she's running in the opposite direction before the first "boo!" Gracie knows that best friends like all of the same things, at least according to Keira Patel. Has Gracie lost her BFFs because she’s too afraid? Or can their friendship survive the haunted house fiasco?

Two Caldecott honorees--and real-life best friends-- team up to illustrate a story of friendship from bestselling author Julie Fogliano. Like the two stars of this story, illustrators Molly Idle and Juana Martinez-Neal know that differences only make a good friendship stronger. In this bouncy, rhyming story, two best friends think about all the little things that don't matter- and the big things that really, really do. With each artist designing and drawing one character, and collaborating on the scenery and details, Molly Idle and Juana Martinez-Neal transformed this sweet story into a celebration of friendship- including their own- and a unique artistic vision. Working remotely, they swapped drawings across the country, using a limited palette of teal and yellow over graphite. As artwork passed back and forth between their mailboxes, childhood versions of each artist came to life and came together on the page into one unified creation. Award-winning author Julie Fogliano's rhythmic r

Stephen Sondheim learns to assemble musicals like the pieces of a puzzle on his way to becoming an American theater icon.An inspiring nonfiction picture book on the creative process that will spark an interest in music for kids ages 7–10.Before he became a greatest lyricist and composer, Stephen Sondheim was a boy filled with curiosity—a boy who loved figuring out how things worked. After his parents’ divorce scattered the pieces of his life, he found comfort in music.Guided by his mentor, Oscar Hammerstein II, Stephen learned that the best way to get better was to practice: choosing notes, choosing words, and putting it all together, piece by piece. Writing musicals wasn’t easy, and not everyone loved Stephen’s new and unusual shows. But Stephen loved figuring it out, and loved the way the people in every show became like a family.Author Erin Frankel’s prose and illustrator Stacy Innerst’s art combine in beautiful harmony. Together, they bring to life Stephen Sondheim as he solves mus

Perfect for sharing with preschoolers, this delightful activity book is full of easy but fun nature things to draw, paint and craft - as well as some simple picture puzzles.From sweet pebble mice to fluffy pinecone owls to twiggy hedgehogs, you're sure to find something for everyone - and gathering the natural materials is a great excuse to get outside. Rainy day? Use the rain to make colourful raindrop art! A lovely way to spend time together and keep kids busy, without a screen in sight!- Easy projects, using everyday materials- Builds hand-eye coordination, concentration and pen control

From multi-award winning, New York Times bestselling duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen, Now I See Autumn is one in a unique quartet of board books that playfully shows the changing seasons through a child’s eyes. The house. The tree.The garden. Me. Sparse and rhythmic text invites readers to explore a farm setting through different seasons, gently introducing everyday words.Envisioned as a set that also can be read as standalone stories, each of the four books in this series has identical text but a different visual treatment to show the time of year. In autumn, the tree sheds its russet leaves, the sky turns pink and gold, a sweet treat is a caramel apple and the perfect hat is plaid with flaps to cover your ears. Now I See Autumn celebrates all the wonderful things about the season from a kid’s point of view – and why it’s their favourite time of year.Collect them all:Now I See SpringNow I See SummerNow I See Winter

From multi-award winning, New York Times bestselling duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen, Now I See Fall is one in a unique quartet of board books that playfully shows the changing seasons from a kid's point of view. the house / the tree / the garden / me Sparse and rhythmic text invites readers to explore a rural setting through different seasons, gently introducing everyday words. Envisioned as a set that also can be read as standalone books, each of the four volumes in this eye-catching series has identical text but different images that reflect the time of year. In fall, the tree sheds its russet leaves, the sky turns pink and gold, a sweet treat is a candy apple and the perfect hat is plaid with flaps to cover your ears. Now I See Fall celebrates all the wonderful things about the season through a child's eyes - and shows why it's their favorite time of year.

A child touchingly narrates the ups and downs of living with a parent who experiences mental illness.Sometimes Mom soars like a kite. Other times the kite turns into a sail, and she's like a boat, bobbing along the waves, until water spills over the sides and she starts to sink. "I try to bail the water out," the child says, "but my bucket is too small or has a hole in it." On a better day, Mom introduces the child to a "new friend" named Grace, a therapist and a good listener. Grace explains that it's not the child's job to fix things when Mom has a sinking day. And Grace helps the child find coping strategies such as talking, playing games and, especially, drawing as a creative outlet for their complicated feelings.Gradually, the child begins to feel better when they're at home with Mom, where there are plenty of crayons, as well as the comfort of a beloved pet to cuddle.But the child has one big question. At the end of the story, they ask their mom, and then Grace, if they will sink

A powerful, emotional, and ultimately uplifting picture book about the real-life experience of a Japanese American boy incarcerated with his family during World War II Lying in bed at night, Min thinks about things he's lost: his family's home and business, Puppy, and most of all, Papa. Min clutches his stone, hoping to see his father again. Strength comes in the form of the small, smooth stone Min's father gives him before being led away by FBI agents. In his absence, Min and his family do their best to keep their produce business afloat and earn enough support to get Min's father released. But after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, they're forced into an incarceration camp in Colorado. Imprisoned on the dusty plains and facing both the pain of displacement and the injustice of being incarcerated by his own country, Min must learn to adapt and to find beauty--and strength--where most wouldn't. Cowritten by Jolene Guti廨rez, author of Too Much! and Mamiachi & Me, and Minoru (Min) Tonai,

Plants have secret skills. They are water wizards, finding water in the driest landscapes. They are a community, sending underground messages--and even food and water!--to other plants. And yes, they can hear without ears. Here's a wondrous picture book for children ages 4-8 that will shake up the way readers think about plants. Hey, creatures of the world! The plants would like to set a few things straight in this entertaining account of the astonishing skills they possess. Readers will be familiar with some of these abilities, such as photosynthesis, but others are likely to amaze children and adults alike, such as the fact that trees can communicate with--and send food and water to--one another through their roots with the help of fungi that connect them! Bursting with fun facts and plants with attitude, We Can Hear Without Ears is an energetic account of the invisible ways plants defend, nourish, strengthen themselves, and communicate with others. It will awe budding botanists, nat

Strap in for a thrilling journey through the exciting world of MATHEMATICS! This fast-paced, fun-filled book seamlessly blends COMIC BOOK ACTION with mind-bending MATH FACTS.Embark on a quest with Professor Katzenstein, the world's most intrepid, all-action mathematician, as he unravels the secrets of numbers, patterns, and equations in this vibrant, full-color book. The Prof has a passion for discovery and loves all things strange, unexpected, and surprising - so this exploration of mathematics will be anything but ordinary! - Do you know why your body is like a donut?- Have you ever wondered how many times you can fold a piece of paper?- Have you uncovered the secret mathematics of a sunflower? Get to the bottom of these big ideas and more in this laugh-out-loud series that's a cross between Peanuts and Euclid. This infectiously enthusiastic celebration of mathematics is ideal for inspiring young minds aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Professor Kat's Science Facts series follows Profes

A beautifully illustrated non-fiction introduction to the world of birds for independent readers.An informative and engaging introduction to birds written by wildlife TV presenter and bird watcher, Nadeem Perera. A stunningly illustrated book detailing everything that makes a bird a bird. Featuring birds from all over the world, and peppered with clear case studies on different bird species and punchy fact files on all things beaks, feathers, migration, nesting and more, the book also closes with a chapter on connecting with birds and becoming a birder.

Join beloved picture-book creator Beatrice Alemagna on a messy, magical adventure of self-discovery!Annoyed by her big brother and her own bad temper, Yuki throws her house keys down a manhole. When she goes after them, she arrives in a strange underground world, ruled by the mighty Mud Princess. In a place where lost things are found and anger tastes delicious, Yuki finds new friends and learns that she's not the only person living with difficult feelings...

What happens when ancient queens, space probes, and even millions in Bitcoin simply vanish? Discover the secrets and stories behind history’s most baffling disappearances.Journey across the world and through the ages in this truly fascinating history book for kids 7+, discovering how extraordinary treasures came to be “lost”.From legendary pirates and ancient empires to sunken ships and missing jewels, every page reveals an intriguing new mystery, complete with colourful, captivating visuals showing how each story might have unfolded.Written by award-winning TV producer and author, Tom Adams, LOST is a fresh take on history. With different, equally compelling categories - from missing people and places to art and literature - there truly is something for every curious young mind to puzzle over.Inside, explore the real stories behind:*The mystery of Queen Nefertiti’s tomb*The fate of Amelia Earhart's plane*Millions in missing Bitcoin*The original World Cup trophyWith intrigue and myster

Do you know what an insect is? Don't be so sure until you've readDon't Call Me an Insect!Join young explorers Charlie and Bumble on a bug hunt, But all the creatures they find insist that they are NOT insects! You’ll be introduced to spiders, centipedes, woodlice and more until FINALLY they find some insects. They also find a surprising creature that doesn't look like an insect – but is it . . .?Part of the 'Don't Call Me a . . .' picture book series which turns science on its head with exciting adventure stories that bust common myths, fact-checked by experts. Each book follows a curious child and their toy as they journey through space, the ocean, the forest and even prehistoric times – only to discover that things aren’t always what they seem!Each book wraps up with a fun fact file, making it a great way for kids to explore science, nature and the animal kingdom – all in an engaging, giftable format. With vibrant illustrations and plenty of fascinating facts, this series is a perfec

From the author of Some Girls Do comes a summery sapphic romance about two girls from the same vacation town, whose worlds couldn't be farther apart.Cass has a rule about dating summer girls--just say no. Every year, her idyllic beach town is flooded with summer girls, the obnoxious daughters of the rich, who stay in their families' summer homes, sail their yachts, and generally make things unbearable for townies like Cass. Birdie is the ultimate summer girl. She's the daughter of a wealthy real estate developer dad and a social media influencer mom, and this summer Birdie happens to be in big trouble for accidentally crashing her boyfriend's very expensive car. Birdie's punishment is to spend the summer with her father at the beach--but it won't be a vacation. He's enlisted the help of Cass, whose dad works for him, to keep Birdie on the straight and narrow, including getting her a job at the public beach where Cass lifeguards. At first the two despise each other. Birdie doesn't want

A Schneider Family Book Award HonorA 2025 School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA deeply moving middle grade novel in verse about a girl struggling with depression as she starts fifth grade amid a sea of changes. Now in paperback. Ten-year-old Pearl loves watching the majestic loggerhead turtles and octopuses glide through the water at the aquarium. Pearl finds it especially easy to identify with the octopuses, who have millions of touch receptors all over their bodies. They feel everything. Sometimes Pearl wishes she was more like a turtle, with a hard outer shell--it hurts too much to feel everything. And the changes at the start of fifth grade don't feel good to Pearl at all. New teachers, lockers, and being in different classes than her friends is unsettling. Pearl tries her best to pretend she's fine, but she starts to struggle with things that used to come easy, like doing schoolwork; laughing and skateboarding with her best friend, Rosie; running; and even sleeping. After

This stunning deluxe edition will include designed edges and cover effects--from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Say You'll Remember Me comes abeautiful, compelling novel that revels in laughter, friendship, and the messy choices life can throw our way. In everyone's life, there's a split-second decision that can change everything... For Larissa, it came when choosing who to ride home with after a concert. That night, she had no idea she'd met the perfect man. She and Chris are great friends, co-parenting a slightly unhinged rescue Yorkie, sharing their favorite books, and judging bread (pumpernickel for the win!). For the first time amid all her side hustles to scrape by, things finally feel easy. But she didn't choose Chris to drive her home all those months ago--she went with his best friend, and he became her boyfriend. All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy. Standing by on the sidelines is slowly killing him, but making a move would destroy someone else. How can so