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尼琪．葛萊姆斯以創新詩法，重新詮釋哈林文藝復興時期被忽視的女性詩人作品。本書結合多位非裔美國女性插畫家的獨特畫作，展現跨時代女性詩人的聲音與力量。附有序文、歷史簡介與詩人小傳，是兼具藝術性與教育價值的珍貴詩集。From Children's Literature Legacy Award-winning author Nikki Grimes comes a feminist-forward new collection of poetry celebrating the little-known women poets of the Harlem Renaissance--paired with full-color, original art from today's most talented female African-American illustrators. For centuries, accomplished women--of all races--have fallen out of the historical records. The same is true for gifted, prolific, women poets of the Harlem Renaissance who are little known, especially as compared to their male counterparts. In this poetry collection, bestselling author Nikki Grimes uses The Golden Shovel poetic method to create wholly original poems based on the works of these groundbreaking women-and to introduce readers to their work. Each poem is paired with one-of-a-kind art from today's most exciting female African-American illustrators: Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Cozbi A. Cabrer

A sumptuously illustrated adaptation casts the powerful imagery of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s great American novel in a vivid new format.From the green light across the bay to the billboard with spectacled

It’s eat or be eaten...literally!Laios nears the bottom of the dungeon and his inevitable confrontation with Sissel, the lunatic lord of its labyrinthine halls. In a succubus-induced slumber, Laios comes face-to-face with the winged lion, the source of Sissel’s power. Laios knows only that the lion is held captive by Sissel in the dungeon’s depths, but it could be the Canaries know a great deal more…With their centuries of experience, the elves’ knowledge could shed some light on the truth of the dungeon and its master-or prove to be Laios’s undoing…!

A thrilling quest through the past awaits with Geronimo Stilton and his friends.Geronimo travels through time to meet a handful of historic legends including Alexander the Great, Cleopatra, Francis Dr

A breakout contemporary fantasy that's "1984 meets The Umbrella Academy with a pinch of Douglas Adams thrown in." (Gail Carriger)A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret.Linus Baker leads

This clever, funny picture book follows the everyday adventures of a bookstore cat, described with adjectives from A to Z.The bookstore cat is an adorable . . .bossy . . .cuddly cat.She is everything from intelligent and loyal to naughty and vocal! But most of all, the bookstore cat is a well-loved (and well-read) kitty. Follow her hilarious antics from A to Z through a day in her bustling, book-filled shop.

A gorgeous lift-the-flap counting game that pairs parent animals with their babies, from the bestselling author of Room on the Broom.From a bat and its pup, to a frog and its twelve tadpoles, young re

Kirkus Prize winner Jerry Craft follows up the critically acclaimed and Newbery award-winning New Kid, with this poignant and funny full-color companion graphic novel about Jordan’s friend Drew, who h

With easy-to-read text and exuberant, relatable characters, this Clark the Shark Level 1 I Can Read story will have beginning readers ready to take a bite out of reading!Clark the Shark is excited abo

A hilarious and empowering picture book about a small but strong Viking girl who is determined to be a warrior and make a name for herself.Filled with humor and heart, this clever picture book about p

為紀念《星際大戰：帝國大反擊》問世四十週年，精選四十位暢銷作家與創意名家，從全新視角重塑這部經典電影的每一幕。《從某個角度來看：帝國大反擊》讓配角、反派、機器人與生物成為故事主角，重現我們熟悉卻從未真正認識的銀河傳奇。從霍斯星上的獸醫到雲端城市的工匠，從帝國軍艦的橋艦到黑暗洞窟中的幻象，每篇故事既動人又新奇。全數作家無償參與，版稅全數捐給兒童教育公益機構 First Book。這是致敬星戰精神、也是獻給下一代讀者的感動之書。Celebrate the legacy of The Empire Strikes Back with this exciting reimagining of the timeless film featuring new perspectives from forty acclaimed authors. On May 21, 1980, Star Wars became a true saga with the release of The Empire Strikes Back. In honor of the fortieth anniversary, forty storytellers re-create an iconic scene from The Empire Strikes Back through the eyes of a supporting character, from heroes and villains, to droids and creatures. From a Certain Point of View features contributions by bestselling authors and trendsetting artists:• Austin Walker explores the unlikely partnership of bounty hunters Dengar and IG-88 as they pursue Han Solo.• Hank Green chronicles the life of a naturalist caring for tauntauns on the frozen world of Hoth.• Tracy Deonn delves int

'A wonderful book... Delightfully varied... As with all the best science writing, this book doesn't just give answers, it also asks interesting questions.' Daily Mail'Captivating and intelligent! Who knew death could be this much fun?' Richard OsmanAsteroids, killer sharks, nuclear bombs, viruses, deadly robots, climate change, the apocalypse - why is Hollywood so obsessed with death and the end of the world? And how seriously should we take the dystopian visions of our favourite films? With wit, intelligence and irreverence, Rick Edwards and Dr Michael Brooks explore the science of death and mass destruction through some of our best-loved Hollywood blockbusters. From Armageddon and Dr Strangelove to The Terminator and Contagion, they investigate everything from astrophysics to AI, with hilarious and captivating consequences. Packed with illustrations, fascinating facts and numerous spoilers, Hollywood Wants to Kill You is the perfect way into the science of our inevitable demise.

改編自暢銷小說的漫畫版《Fangirl》，講述一位女孩如何在成長中找到自己的位置。Cath 是超人氣奇幻小說的同人作家，寫作是她的避風港。但大學生活讓她面對許多新挑戰：陌生的室友、嚴格的教授、還有讓人心動的新夥伴。當熟悉的一切開始改變，她是否準備好迎接自己的新生活？這是一部關於創作、家人與自我認同的溫柔故事。The manga adaptation of the beloved novel by #1 Bestselling author Rainbow Rowell!"A deliciously warm-hearted nerd power ballad destined for greatness."- New York Journal of Books Cath is a Simon Snow fan. Okay, everybody is a Simon Snow fan, but for Cath, being a fan is her life. Cath's sister has mostly grown away from fandom, but Cath just can't let go.Now that they're in college, Cath must decide if she's ready to start living her own life. But does she even want to if it means leaving Simon Snow behind?Cath doesn't need friends IRL. She has her twin sister, Wren, and she's a popular fanfic writer in the Simon Snow community with thousands of fans online.But now that she's in college, Cath is completely outside of her comfort zone. There are suddenly all these new people in her life. She's got a surly roommate with a charming boy

In this wonderful sound book, an Animal Orchestra goes around the forest playing Mozart to all the different animals, and while they’re doing it they tell us a little bit about Mozart and his life. A fun way to be introduced to the most famous tunes by Mozart while sharing a quiet time with your child.

"This book captures our spirit, highlights our individuality, easily explains in an image, so many of our playful and meaningful behaviours, as well as showcases our strengths." - Wenn B Lawson (PhD CPsychol)This updated edition of the bestselling All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome provides an engaging, gentle introduction to autism.All-new cats take a playful look at the world of autism, and these fun feline friends will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with typical autistic traits, bringing to life common characteristics such as sensory sensitivities, social issues and communication difficulties.Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes all the joys and challenges of being on the autism spectrum, leaving the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality and the potential of autistic people.

This third and final volume focuses on Irena's later years, flashing back to her ongoing efforts to reunite the children she saved with their families, despite the tragic consequences many of those parents faced in the Nazi prison camps. Her mission to help those orphaned find new homes led to her worldwide recognition, including being nominated for a Nobel Prize, in the years shortly before her own passing.

A group of clever animals find an unusual but warm and furry home during Alaska's long winter in Jan Brett's newest snowy adventure.Cozy is the softest musk ox in Alaska, with the warmest fur you ever

Tiến loves his family and his friends…but Tiến has a secret he’s been keeping from them, and it might change everything. An amazing YA graphic novel that deals with the complexity of family and how st

A timely and timeless picture book about immigration, refugees, acceptance, and tolerance from a NYT bestselling author. A young Parsi girl in modern times comes from India to live in America with her

Press out and play along as you read! Eight press-out sheets give you all the characters and props you need to re-enact the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. From Snow White herself to the wicked queen and the huntsman (and of course all seven dwarfs!) you can act out the story while you read it or invent alternate versions. Comes with a fully illustrated booklet that tells the story for grown-ups to read to little ones as they play or for bigger kids to enjoy themselves.

Watch six breathtaking landscapes from around the world transform in front of your eyes, in this beautifully illustrated book. With simple facts about the wildlife and plants that change through every

It started with a yawnThat came out of the blue... Find out what happens when one little yawn starts to spread and grow. From animals to astronauts, everyone's yawning! Can you resist?

Venturing into Greek mythology, this is the fourth title in the Brownstone's Mythical Collection. Full of dangerous challenges, cunning monsters and godly heroes, this title is sure to be a hit with f

Who makes a forest? A wizard, a giant, an emperor? Come on a walk with Grandpa to discover how a forest is made, and see how a thousand tiny things can come together to change the face of the earth...

When five-year-old orphan Heidi is sent to live in the Swiss Alps with her grumpy grandfather, the rest of the village takes pity on her. But Heidi soon discovers that hidden behind the scowl, Grandpa

With the limitless scope of Star Wars and EAST OF WEST paired with the sociopolitical explorations of A Handmaid's Tale and MONSTRESS, LITTLE BIRD tells the story of a young resistance fighter battlin

Sex-positive parenting begins before your child starts talking. In No Shame: Real Talk With Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence, and Healthy Relationships, New York City Psychiatrist Dr. Lea Lis offe

Explore every country of the world with this interactive atlas for young readers

In Poems to Save the World With, Chris Riddell has selected and illustrated his very favourite classic and modern poems to galvanize, uplift and inspire you through these interesting times. This gor

Invite your kids into the kitchen this holiday season, with this easy kids' cookbook for ages 8-12!Learning to cook should be as easy and fun as enjoying the final product. Super Simple Cooking for Kids gives kids a taste for kitchen independence (and delicious food!). With 50 simple recipes designed specifically for beginners, this kids' cookbook sticks to the basics, so they can make these recipes with affordable tools and ingredients that are easy to find, and probably already in your kitchen!They'll start by learning how to follow a recipe, how to be safe in the kitchen, and when to ask a grownup to help. Then, pint-size chefs can try simple, delicious recipes for every meal, like Pumpkin Pancakes, Chicken Taquitos, and Baked Ravioli!Simple enough for kids --Dig into 50 tasty recipes that only use 5 to 10 ingredients, so they're easy enough for kids to do mostly on their own--and easy enough to minimize time and mess.Keep it fun-- Handy indicators of each recipe's difficulty let yo

Filled with mystery and an intriguingly rich magic system, Tracy Deonn's YA contemporary fantasy Legendborn offers the dark allure of City of Bones with a modern-day twist on a classic legend and a lo

A tender and timely story of compassion and finding common ground with others, perfect for fans of I Walk With Vanessa and Thank You, Omu!Two neighbors both love to watch the old man and his dog from

A young meerkat travels the world looking for Christmas in this witty and festive picture book full of cards that readers can flip open to read!Sunny Meerkat isn't quite sure if Christmas in the Kalahari Desert with his meerkat family is the right sort of Christmas. After all, there's no snow, no Christmas trees, and certainly no holiday treats! Sunny sets off on a journey around the world visiting robins, penguins, and reindeer in search of the picture-perfect Christmas...before realizing he might have left it at home after all.

** Now a major TV series on Channel 5 **Now settled into the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and married to Helen the farmer's daughter, James Herriot thinks he's finally got himself sorted. But life as a vet in the 1930s was never going to be easy. Quite aside from his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, he must contend with new-fangled medical techniques, delivering calves after far too much home-made wine, and a grudge-holding dog called Magnus who never forgets.And then, with Britain on the verge of war, James faces a decision that could separate him from Darrowby - and Helen - for ever . . .Since they were first published, James Herriot's memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Things Bright and Beautiful is a heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain's best-loved authors. 'I grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted tha

The B on Your Thumb is a book of rhymes and delightful ditties to boost early reading. Each rhyme teaches a particular sound, spelling, or rule, and will delight young children with the silliness of t

Young William Shakespeare discovers that words can be as evasive as they are inspiring, but the best ones are worth the effort to tame into stories.With quotes and sly references to the famous works of William Shakespeare and the words he invented, this adventurous ode to language will delight readers young and old.It all starts one morning when words fly into William’s window. He wants to catch them, but they are flibbertigibbety and quick and slip right through his fingers. Soon whole lines of verse are leading him on a wild goose chase as they tumble, dip, flip and skip all through town, past a host of colorful characters the observant reader may find as familiar as the quotes. William remains persistent, and with time and the proper tools he finds a way to keep the words with him.

The Big Fat Notebooks go to high school! A lively, fully illustrated guide to acing high school chemistry, with clear notes on the big ideas, helpful tips for memorizing processes and remembering defi

The Big Fat Notebooks go to high school! A lively, fully illustrated guide to acing high school geometry, with clear notes on the big ideas, helpful tips for memorizing processes and remembering defin

#1 New York Times bestselling author Dan Brown makes his picture book debut with this mindful, humorous musical, and uniquely entertaining book!Travel through the trees and across the seas with Maestro Mouse and his musical friends! Young readers will meet a big blue whale and speedy cheetahs, tiny beetles and graceful swans. Each has a special secret to share.Along the way, you might spot the surprises Maestro Mouse has left for you- a hiding buzzy bee, jumbled letters that spell out clues, and even a coded message to solve!Children and adults can enjoy this timeless picture book as a traditional read-along, or can choose to listen to original musical compositions as they read--one for each animal--with a free interactive smartphone app, which uses augmented reality to play the appropriate song for each page when a phone's camera is held over it.

Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast are back with a twist: they've been transformed into small children. Now it's a race against the clock to turn our favorite duo into grown-ups again! Lady Pancake is