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超好用JODY線上題庫、用過的都說讚！(1)PTT推薦：提到寫題目，宏典出的JODY學習研究社很好用，可以挑選單章節練習，例如：現金流量表-近XX年-單選題-XX題數，搭配補習班或者自己的參考書一起配合，看完一個章節後大量練習該章節的題目，我自己是練習50題，這樣練習起來效果很不錯……關於不錯的另一個點是JODY的解答很詳細，類似教科書的那種……(2)PTT推薦：這邊非業配，但推薦Jody或阿摩這種考古題有詳解的網站，在後續做衝刺的時候很有幫助既然都要準備考試，該花的錢錢就不要省。(3)Dcard推薦：筆試準備Jody很好用Jody：主要是後期練法科題目跟英文(4)Dcard推薦：Jody：宏典的網站，詳解超讚(5)其他網站推薦：我覺得JODY線上題庫真的還不錯用，因為這個線上題庫可以記錄你哪些題目做錯，並且統計相關關鍵字，也可以收藏考古題，並且以亂數方式重新出題，這樣可以避免只背題號答案的窠臼，而是真正能夠理解題目內容。本版改版要點● 臨界相關係數● 最佳可行CAL斜率=最適風險性投資組合之Sharpe比率● 隨機漫步假說：定義補強、理論公式● 可轉換公司債之「反稀釋調整」● 現行台灣股票市場採用T+2交割制度● 維持成長率SGE：定義及計算公式● DMI指標補強：代表上行/下行動能之線● 費城半導體指數之編制採「修正市值加權」● Treynor and Mazuy模型及其他更多…。書籍簡介本書的編寫宗旨即「完全以實際命題為本」：全書架構係將龐雜的官方命題範圍進行梳理，使之得以由淺入深，更具層次感，可讀性/可理解性均大幅提升：首先引領讀者認識金融市場與主要金融商品，其次由投資學基本的報酬/風險觀念出發、切入各主要投資組合理論，然後再進入實務面各主要金融商品介紹、評價理論、交易實務、課稅規定，再進入證券投資主要分析方法、最終介紹投資策略與投資績效評估。各章節重點整理內容均係由分析師投資學「近十年考題大數據」中過濾整理。以此方式整理出之重點，不僅完全對應實際命題範圍，更重要的優勢在於「大幅縮減準備篇幅」、「精準鎖定真正會考的內容」；所以能有效幫讀者們省下大量寶貴的時間，免去讀到一堆根本不會考的內容，將備考效率提升到最高！另本版對讀者最大的福音，當屬出版社終於將「線上題庫」功能建置完成。筆者有幸受邀親自試用後發現功能極其強大!! 與過去使用紙本相比，不但可以寫到更多的題

When the Adventuremice discover an old stone covered in hieroglyphs, a race begins! The story of ancient Queen Neferteacake's magnificent golden tomb is revealed, and a rather naughty mouse wants to get there first . . .Our intrepid Adventuremice set off on an exciting journey to a secret island, full of incredible mouse sphinxes, pyramids and palaces. Another sparkling, gloriously illustrated story celebrating kindness and friendship, from adored, award-winning creators Reeve & McIntyre.

｜詹偉雄　選書．導讀｜「這本小書不一定能讓你變得更博學、更聰慧、更掌握山，但它確實試著讓讀者的靈魂──變大一點。」――本書編者 詹偉雄山，為何能成為登山者生命意義的來源？馬洛里：登山家即是藝術家！齊美爾：活這條命，就是為了冒這場險⋯⋯尼采：要像花崗岩一樣原始、堅強有力社會觀察家、資深登山史研究者 詹偉雄 親自選文導讀精選歐洲山岳文學史發軔期十七篇重要經典選文，描摹人類登山行為背後的哲學原點試圖回答一個亙古難題──我們為何冒險？伍元和　「台灣山徑古道協會」理事長呂忠翰　世界公民兼探險家連明偉　作家陳德政　作家董威言（城市山人）　作家、登山者、戶外爸爸詹宏志　作家鄭陸霖　國立台灣大學創新設計學院副教授謝哲青　作家、旅行家、知名節目主持人──推薦高山，如此危險且致命，但仍然有無數人即使犧牲生命也要登上峰嶺。究竟登山的意義是什麼？自十九世紀中葉以來，登山運動興起，登山者們前仆後繼，挑戰著由阿爾卑斯到喜馬拉雅的各個未登峰，也窮盡他們的思想與文采，想要回答出「登山的意義」之於個人的答案。由社會觀察家，同時也是資深登山史研究者的詹偉雄先生所選編的本書，即精選由十九世紀中葉至二十世紀初共十一位西方登山家與思想家以為回應的十七篇文章，包括曾留下名言「因為山在那裡」的傳奇英國登山家喬治・雷．馬洛里（George Leigh Mallory，1886-1924）的〈做為藝術家的登山者〉（The Mountaineer as Artist）；維吉尼亞・吳爾芙的父親、英國作家暨登山家萊斯禮．史蒂芬（Leslie Stephen，1832-1904）的〈一個登山家的懊悔〉（The Regrets of a Mountaineer）；首次登上阿爾卑斯山馬特洪峰的艾德華．溫珀（Edward Whymper，1840-1911）的〈「但是，繩索斷了！」〉（”But the Rope Broke”）；曾帶領英國遠征西藏、前皇家地理協會主席法蘭西斯．榮赫鵬（Francis Younghusband，1863-1942）的〈聖母峰二君子〉（Mallory and Irvine）；以及著名德國社會學家格奧爾格．齊美爾（Georg Simmel，1858-1918）的多篇談論山岳文化、藝術與美學的專文等諸多作品。他們除了是當時在世界峰嶺上冒險犯難的登山者，也是鍾情於寫作的詩人和散文家，在一世紀前，他們埋首書房

當校外教學遇上好萊塢大片，生活忽然變成電影。本書為 Frank Cottrell-Boyce 最新幽默冒險之作，入圍 Carnegie Medal for Writing，由 Steven Lenton 全書插圖呈現。Rafa 與朋友誤闖片場，卻因神似明星 BB 而成為焦點，獲得進出各區的特權。片場燈光閃耀，笑料不斷，但他心中始終掛念著失蹤的哥哥 Cillian。那封神祕訊息是否真指向好萊塢？為了找到哥哥，Rafa 必須持續扮演好角色，在真實與表演之間穿梭。作者筆下既有機智對白，也有細膩情感，被譽為兼具 Roald Dahl 的想像力與更深的情感厚度。本書在歡笑與溫柔之間取得平衡，是一段關於勇氣與家人的旅程。Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for WritingYear 6 goes to Hollywood!Head to Tinseltown in this hilarious and heart-warming adventure by the UK Children's Laureate 2024-2026 and bestselling, award-winner Frank Cottrell-Boyce. The Blockbusters! is fabulously illustrated in black and white throughout by Steven Lenton. When new boy Rafa and his friends accidentally stray onto the set of a Hollywood blockbuster, the last thing they expect is to become part of the action.Rafa’s likeness to the famous movie star, BB, gives him VIP access all areas, including the banquet of catering doughnuts!But Rafa isn’t the only one having an adventure. His big brother, Cillian, is missing. He sent Rafa

Dante is back in Camp Catastrophe, the second in this hilarious, highly illustrated series for children aged 7+, by author/illustrator Brian Gordon. Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. After winning their school quiz, Dante and Virgil are ready for a rest.But when Virgil suggests they go to Camp Sulphur Springs, Dante reluctantly agrees. What could possibly go wrong?A LOT! Endless rain, sharing a cabin with his nemesis and being hit in the butt by a stray arrow are only the beginning of Dante's woes. With an outrageously annoying heartthrob camp counsellor and whisperings of a monster lurking in the woods, Dante’s problems are about to get MUCH worse!Follow more of Dante's adventures in Dante N.Ferno is NOT a Loser.

在本書中，Sarah Wynn‑Williams 以其任職於 Facebook（現 Meta）全球公共政策部門的經歷，提供了一部大膽直言且不畏權勢的內部回憶錄。她生動地記述了與馬克．祖克柏（Mark Zuckerberg）及雪柔．桑德伯格（Sheryl Sandberg）的交手過程，並深切剖析自己在平衡母親身分的同時，如何在「挺身而進」（Lean In）的職場文化中掙扎求存。書中更揭露了令人震驚的決策失誤－從政治操弄、言論審查，到在緬甸煽動暴力與仇恨的災難性後果。本書筆觸犀利、帶著黑色幽默，且讀來令人不寒而慄。這部回憶錄敲響了警鐘：揭示了不受約束的權力如何蠶食理想，並摧毀人們的生活。''Amazing: of all the books in all the world Mr Free Speech Zuckerberg wants to ban, it’s the one about him'' Marina Hyde, Guardian''Jaw-dropping . . . A tell-all tome'' Financial TimesSarah Wynn-Williams, a young diplomat from New Zealand, pitched for her dream job. She saw Facebook’s potential and knew it could change the world for the better. But, when she got there and rose to its top ranks, things turned out a little different.From wild schemes cooked up on private jets to risking prison abroad, Careless People exposes both the personal and political fallout when boundless power and a rotten culture take hold. In a gripping and often absurd narrative, Wynn-Williams rubs shoulders with Mark Z

Build your awesome Lloyd Garmadon minifigure and arm him with the golden sabre before leading him through the history of the Ninjago world.Join Lloyd in reliving some of the greatest battles and iconic moments from 15 years of LEGO® NINJAGO® action, searching for hidden characters and objects along the way. Make your way through incredible scenes including the Ultra Dragon’s battle against the Great Devourer, the face-off against the Dragon Hunters and the fight against Empress Beatrix.In each packed scene, look out for legendary golden weapons such as the Sword of Fire and Shurikens of Ice, along with dangerous enemies including Princess Harumi, Pythor and the Time Twins.Also included are two pages of stickers that young LEGO NINJAGO fans can use to complete some of the scenes. There are even activities to complete, including mazes and picture puzzles.Join the ninja and become part of the greatest battles in LEGO NINJAGO history!LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, the Brick and Knob

「自然萬物，僅僅是生長而已。」兩度經歷喪子之痛，一位母親與創傷共存的生死博弈。長子離世六年後，次子亦因自殺相繼離去。面對常人難以想像的生命重擊，文學作家李翊雲沒有選擇煽情的呼喊，而是用最冷靜、克制且堅毅的筆觸，記錄下這場與悲傷的無聲對抗。全書聚焦於語言、事實以及「生命如何延續」的本質。這不是一本販賣痛苦的書，而是一劑在絕望中能撫慰靈魂、讓人重新找到接納力量的溫柔良藥。LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2025‘The best book I have read this year’ DAVID NICHOLLS‘Beautiful’ DOUGLAS STUART‘Extraordinary’ SARAH MOSS‘A formidable testament to a mother’s love’ SARA COLLINS‘There is no good way to say this,’ Yiyun Li writes at the beginning of this book.‘There is no good way to state these facts, which must be acknowledged. My husband and I had two children and lost them both: Vincent in 2017, at sixteen, James in 2024, at nineteen. Both chose suicide, and both died not far from home.’There is no good way to say this – because words fall short. In this remarkable, defiant work of radical acceptance, Li turns to thinking and searching for words that might hold a place for her son, James. Li does ‘the things that work’: including not just writing but gardeni

鑑於近年研究指出女性與男性犯罪人存在犯罪之原因、型態與路徑之迥異，以及生理及心理、行為與創傷之不同，刑事司法體系亦無法針對女性之權益與特殊需求適切挹注資源與專業處遇，國際專家學者Bloom、Owen與Covington（2003）等因此倡議性別回應矯正策略與服務（Gender-Responsive Strategy/Service for Female of Fenders），以關注女性在刑事司法體系中的特殊需求、脆弱性和權益。聯合國復於2010年通過曼谷規則，特別強調了基於數據和證據的研究、性別平等與婦女權利相關的培訓和能力建設。後續聯合國於2012年通過刑事司法體系中法律援助取得途徑的原則與準則（Principles and Guidelines on Access to Legal Aid in Criminal Justice Systems）及2014年通過女性與監禁手冊（Handbook on Women and Imprisonment），以強化女性收容人之各項權益。作者長期關注國際犯罪矯治趨勢與發展，已執行多年相關受刑人犯罪行為與處遇需求之性別差異研究計畫與國際期刊發表，本書的撰寫，希冀提升女性受刑人及出監後之矯治處遇服務品質，以減少其再犯，並供犯罪矯正機構同仁及刑事司法與犯罪防治相關機構人員、博碩研究生及致力於改善女性受刑人權益之人士參考。

With more than half a million children's books in its collections, the Library of Congress has everything from beloved classics to forgotten treasures ready for rediscovery. These range from an early American edition of John Newbery's Little Pretty Pocket-Book to twentieth-century classics introducing familiar characters such as Dorothy and Toto or Frog and Toad. In addition to books, the Library holds original artwork by illustrators Jerry Pinkney and Vera B. Williams; manuscripts by pathbreaking authors Virginia Hamilton and Jade Snow Wong; and influential magazines such as St. Nicholas and The Brownies' Book--not to mention the nation's largest public comic book collection.Tell Me a Story reimagines the canon of American children's literature, in the process highlighting the evolution of literary, artistic, and publishing trends. From classic books and award-winners to little-remembered gems, this engaging volume features more than two hundred children's books, original artworks, an

From the creators of the 10-million-copy bestselling Paint by Sticker(R) Kids sticker-activity series, the next book in the brand extension developed especially for kids ages 3 and up: Construction Site! My First Paint by Sticker delivers the same screen-free, mess-free fun that makes the original series so irresistable. The fourth book in the series features construction site vehicles! From diggers to backhoes to cement trucks and more, kids will adore stickering these colorful machines. The Paint by Sticker Kids(R) series (for ages 5 and up) has sold more than 10 million copies to date. In My First Paint by Sticker, readers ages 3 and up can confidently paint by sticker, too! At a smaller trim size (8 x 8 inches, versus the original kids brand at 9 x 9), this brand extension features larger stickers for smaller hands--perfect for kids practicing their fine motor skills and learning to recognize their numbers. In the older kids series, the number of stickers per image ranges from 60-1

A magnificent new novel from the bestselling, award-winning author of An American Marriage—Tayari Jones has written an unforgettable novel that sparkles with wit and intelligence and deep feeling about two lifelong friends whose worlds converge after many years apart in the face of a devastating tragedyVernice and Annie, two motherless daughters raised in Honeysuckle, Louisiana, have been best friends and neighbors since earliest childhood, but are fated to live starkly different lives. Raised by a fierce aunt determined to give her a stable home in the wake of her mother’s death, Vernice leaves Atlanta at eighteen for Spelman College, where she joins a sisterhood of powerfully connected Black women and marries into an affluent family. Annie, abandoned by her dissolute mother as a child, and fixated on the idea of finding her and filling the bottomless hole left by her absence, sets off on a journey that will take her into a world of peril and adversity, as well as love and adventure,

“PAWSSIBLY the sweetest books on the shelf!” — Ben Clanton, bestselling author of the Narwhal and Jelly seriesFollow the antics of Squash and Ginny in the sixth installment of Cat & Cat Adventures from popular webcomic creator Susie Yi! This chapter book graphic novel series is perfect for fans of Catstronauts, Babymouse, and Catwad.Into the belly of the beast! After recovering the orbs of the Past and Present, Squash, Ginny, and the rest of the crew head to the zoo to secure the Orb of the Future from their greatest enemy yet: the Owl King. But their mission will be no easy feat. After all, the Owl King holds the Orb of the Future, which means he knows their next move even before they do. Their best plan of attack: to have no plan at all!Armed with nothing but their wits (and some snacks, of course) the Spirit Squad must find a way to rescue the third orb and restore the Staff of Knowledge. If not, the Spirit Realm, Human World, and the future of snacking all hang in the balance!

本書以二戰巴黎真實歷史為靈感，描寫穆斯林少女莎菲雅在納粹佔領下，發現父親與巴黎大清真寺祕密救援猶太人的行動。她穿梭於圖書館、街道與地下通道，在恐懼中學會勇敢。這是一部關於友誼、良知與跨越宗教守護的動人歷史小說。Inspired by the true story of how the Grand Mosque of Paris saved the lives of hundreds of Jews during World War II, this breathtaking tale of suspense, compassion, and courage stars an extraordinary young heroine readers will never forget. “A riveting read for children and adults alike.” —New York Times Book Review CARNEGIE MEDAL FINALISTKIRKUS PRIZE FINALISTJANE ADDAMS BOOK AWARD HONORA BOOKPAGE BEST BOOKA KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOKBEST MUSLIM MIDDLE GRADE BOOK 2024FOUR STARRED REVIEWS!Safiyyah loathes the brutal Nazi occupation of Paris, even though her Muslim identity keeps her safe—or, at least, safer than her Jewish neighbors. Violence lurks in the streets, her best friend has fled, and even her place of refuge—the library—has turned shadowy and confusing, as the invaders fear the power of books. Safiyyah longs to strike back and hates feeling powerless to help her Jewish friend

Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Award 2022 ages 7-10 | Winner of the Blue Peter Book Awards 2021, Best Story | Shortlisted for the 2021 Branford Boase | Award Shortlisted for the Little Rebels Award 2021Elle McNicoll's heartfelt and relatable debut is sure to spark courage in its readers for years to come.AS SEEN ON BBC TVWINNER OF THE WATERSTONES BEST BOOK FOR YOUNGER READERS AND OVERALL WINNER 2021WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER PRIZE FOR BEST STORY 2021A Kind of Spark tells the story of eleven-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there's more to the story of these 'witches', just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?A story about friendship, courage and self-belief, perfect for fans of The Goldfish Boy.'A remarkable debut' The Sunday Times: Book of the Week'Definitive and funny' Susin Nielsen'A fabulous, brillian

Read about the origin stories of Addie and Keedie in this incredible prequel toA Kind of Spark.Set in Juniper five years beforeA Kind of Sparkcomes a powerful coming-of-age story from award-winning author Elle McNicoll.As Keedie and her twin Nina approach their fourteenth birthday, they seem to only be growing further apart. Keedie instead feels drawn to, and fiercely protective of, their quiet younger sister Addie – who on the surface is the opposite of loud and fiery Keedie, but in fact they have more in common than anyone knows.'This is a novel filled with love - not only Keedie’s love for Addie but McNicoll’s for young neurodivergent people everywhere, and the brilliant and brave Keedie will inspire those children to be proud of who they are'The Bookseller'A brilliant story of kindness, justice and just a little bit of revenge. Brash, bold and furious, just like Keedie herself' Lizzie Huxley-JonesDon't miss Elle McNicoll's other books for young readers:A Kind of SparkShow Us Who Yo

The engaging story of a child who finds it difficult to read.World Illustration Awards - Children's Publishing Winner 2024From the creator of the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Wolf and Bear, an inspiring story about a child lost in a forest of letters. The perfect book to share with children with dyslexia and other neurodivergence to encourage problem-solving and build confidence.Verbs, also known as action words, can be pesky things to master and nobody understands the struggle better than the young child in Wiggling Words. Skip, trip, fumble and fall with them as they discover that even though words can be tricky, they can be fun too!Written and illustrated by Kate Rolfe, winner of the prestigious V&A Student Illustrator of the Year and Macmillan Prize for Illustration runner-up.

With a carefree outlook on life, Hiroto knows better than anyone that slowing down is sometimes the best way to move forward. At 29 years old, carefree Hiroto Ikuta doesn't have a girlfriend, a full-time job, or a plan for the future--and he couldn't be happier. Hiroto's breezy attitude isn't easy for everyone to understand, though. In a world filled with anxiety, confusion, and grief, Hiroto and the people who surround him are all just doing their best to figure out this thing called life. Determined to make the most of their summer, Natsumi and the gang have decided to head off on a road trip. But when Yamada's new friend unexpectedly tags along, sparks fly between him and Natsumi in more ways than one! Meanwhile, Yomogi has her own dilemma to deal with when, after a romantic date with Ishikawa, she realizes that she might have feelings for someone else...

Build skyward in this graphic novel set in the world of Minecraft! It takes teamwork to adventure across the world of Minecraft, and that's something brothers Cobb and Flint don't have. But when their young friend, Rochelle, heads off on her own into a monster-infested zone, the two must work together to try and find her before some nasty beast does. Cobb considers himself a simple farmer and, until recently, a bit of a loner. He's content to mind his crops, gather resources, and be left alone. But fate has more in store for Cobb than intercepting the wayward villagers who replace his carrots with potatoes! When a mysterious treasure map captures the imagination of Cobb's young friend Rochelle, she tries to inspire his adventurous side. But when Cobb refuses to join her, Rochelle decides to follow the map all on her own--leaving Cobb a copy in case he changes his mind. Sure enough, Cobb is thrust into action when his adventure-obsessed brother, Flint, points out that the map leads stra

STEAM Science ● Technology ● Engineering ● Art ● Math 用美國教科書啟動STEAM核心字彙學習， 就能輕鬆看懂英文課本，用英文上課！ 讓英文不再是學科，而是跨領域的最佳素養學習引擎！ #準備參加托福TOEFL、雅思IELTS考試考生 #準備大學學測學生 #想懂全英文授課，以英文學習各科知識的學生 #準備赴美讀高中學生 用美國教科書學英文是最道地的學習方式，有越來越多學校選擇以美國教科書作為教材，用全英語授課的方式教學，讓學生把英語當成母語學習。同時，108課綱強調跨領域學習，本套書以STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) 元素的學習內容，讓學生能把英文當作工具學習數學、科學、藝術等各別學科，實踐跨領域學習。 本套書針對準備托福、雅思到國外求學、參加學測考試、想聽懂全英文授課、看懂美國教科書的學生所設計，非常符合108課綱的素養培植教材，能幫助學測考取高分。規畫6階段的字彙學習課程，每冊搜羅800–1000個美國四大教科書的核心字彙，依社會、歷史、地理、科學、數學、語言、美術和音樂等學科分類。每單元皆搭配豐富例句、彩圖和測驗題，不僅有助加強記憶，還能加深各學科的知識。 為什麼要使用美國教科書呢？ TOEFL、IELTS等國際英語能力測驗都是以各學科知識為基礎，使用美國教科書不但能大幅提升英文能力，也可以增加數學、社會、科學等方面的知識。 程度分級 本套書共有6冊，難度由淺入深，可依照個人英語程度，選擇合適的分冊： Grade 1 美國學校1年級課程 Grade 4 美國學校4年級課程 Grade 2 美國學校2年級課程 Grade 5 美國學校5年級課程 Grade 3 美國學校3年級課程 Grade 6 美國學校6年級課程 Grade 5 學習重點 介紹美國的民族、選舉制度、歷史文化。自然科學方面概述生物分類與植物結構，以及人體的構造。數學科介紹小數、分數和幾何圖形，藝術方面則涵蓋文藝復興藝術和美國藝術簡介。 社會科學方面：著重於探討美國民族多樣性、選舉制度、印地安人以及歷史重大事件，如地理大發現、西班牙征服新世界、獨立戰爭乃至近代美國。 科學方面：講述植物的結構、生殖與適應、人體生殖器官以及物質的組成等。 數學方面：討論計算方式、小數、分數、

Follow twelve-year-old Sim's time travel adventure in Ancient Rome in The Impossible Gladiator, the third title in Time Keys, a bestselling spectacular, action-packed mystery series by multi-award-winning author M. G. Leonard.'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series' — A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar'A captivating adventure loaded with history and intrigue' – Abi Elphinstone''A cracking series with stunning illustrations' – Christopher Edge, bestselling author of Escape RoomThe action adventure of Gladiator meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the third title of this epic series by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for 8 to 12-year-old fans of Adventures on Trains. Supports the curriculum. Illustrated throughout in black and white by Manuel Šumberac.Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson are enjoying an amazing holiday in Rome, until they they are swept up in the mysterious disappearance of world-famous illusi

An unforgettable and life-affirming story of a renowned novelist facing a devastating diagnosis from the Number One bestselling author.THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!'Only Sophie Kinsella can make you laugh like this while she's got you crying . . . This is one of the gutsiest moves I've seen from a writer in a long time. I could not put it down.' TAYLOR JENKINS REID'A deeply funny and affecting love story.' The Guardian'I laughed. And I cried. And then I thought about the meaning of life. A jewel of a book.' JOJO MOYES'Emotional and affecting, this gave me a new appreciation for life's small joys.' Red'The bravest book you'll read all year.' JODI PICOULT------------------From Number One bestselling author Sophie Kinsella, an unforgettable story – by turns heartbreaking and life-affirming – of a renowned novelist facing a devastating diagnosis and learning to live and love anew.‘What Does It Feel Like? is fiction, but it is my most autobiographical work to date. Eve’s story is my

【SEL社會情緒學習繪本】只是踢一腳，真的會踢到讓全世界蔓延開來？？讓幽默大師 Ross Collins 帶你破解「踢一腳」的蝴蝶效應！只是偷吃一塊蛋糕，竟然引發了一場全球災難？在小 Tad 的生日派對上，好友 Vlad 竟然偷吃了最後一塊蛋糕！理智斷線的 Tad 氣得踢了 Vlad 一腳。這一腳，沒有隨著 Tad 的逃跑而結束，反而像病毒一樣擴散開來：Vlad 踢了快遞員，快遞員踢了警察，警察甚至對總統使出了迴旋踢……！這股「踢人風潮」就這樣繞了地球一圈，在整整一年後，竟然回到了 Tad 的下一場生日派對上！面對迎面而來的「惡果」，Tad 該如何停止這個惡性循環？'A tremendous, mighty ripper of a book. Contains kicks, laughs, hugs and a meteoric fart. Children will love it!' Jim Field, illustrator of Oi Frog and The Lion Inside'Has genuine warmth and depth, wonderfully supported by hilarious illustrations. Children will adore it . . . and adults can be reassured by the brilliantly positive conclusion. A classic in the making.' Vivian French, author of Yucky WormsBESTSELLING, AWARD-WINNING DUO, Gough and Collins, create pure picture-book perfection in this hilarious, whip-smart story about a circle of violence and how it finally gets broken.In a moment of fury, induced by a piece of stolen cake, Tad kicks his best friend Vlad and runs away to hide.Unable to retalia

An enchanting new illustrated picture book for children for 2026 perfect for age 3 and upWill Mouse make it safely home with a very special parcel?! Discover the picture book adventure that will make you fall in love with rainy days…When a drop of rain turns into a storm, a small mouse on a mission must find courage, ingenuity and resilience to make it home safely. But what will happen to the very special parcel he is carrying … and who is it for?!A rainy day adventure with a difference! This unique, mouse’s-eye view of the world is sure to enchant young readers and their parents.Perfect for fans of Sam Usher’s Seasons series, Mouse’s Wood and The Leaf Thief.• Simple text – explore the story together• Packed with stunning illustration• Heartwarming and cosy resolution

《國際經濟學》(International Economics: Theory and Policy)由諾貝爾獎得主Paul R. Krugman領銜，偕同另兩位頂尖學者合著，理論嚴謹、架構完整，長期以來被公認為該領域的經典之作，對於全球學界與高等教育影響深遠。自本書前版問世以來，世界經濟局勢歷經劇烈轉折：英國脫歐重塑歐洲經貿版圖，川普政府掀起的貿易戰動搖既有多邊體系根基，而COVID-19疫情更凸顯全球高度相互依存的脆弱現實。有鑑於此，此次新版國際金融的部分將歷史敘事延伸至當前變局，從「國際視野」著眼，系統性地整合近十餘年來關鍵事件與理論進展，反映國際經濟秩序、經貿關係的劇烈變化，以及全球金融週期對新興經濟體興衰的影響。

A captivating and swashbuckling romantasy for fans of DAUGHTER OF THE PIRATE KING and TO KILL A KINGDOM. Ximena Reale is certain of one thing: the only good pirate is a dead one. Ximena has spent her life training to become one of the black-cloaked cazadores, seafaring hunters who capture the pirates pillaging the Luzan Empire.But although Ximena is the top candidate at la academia, that will not be enough for a daughter of the notorious Reales - pirate captains who were executed for their crimes against the Empire. So when Gasparilla, the most infamous pirate in Luza's history, attacks the capital, Ximena offers to catch him in exchange for being named a cazadora. The Empire accepts, on one condition: she must compete for her cloak against Dante de León, the pompous and infuriating son of the High Minister.Knowing this is her chance to prove herself once and for all, Ximena must set out on a dangerous quest across the archipelago to hunt Gasparilla. But no matter how far she sails, he

重返熱鬧又失控的 Grimwood，本書是 Nadia Shireen 這套暢銷插圖喜劇冒險系列的第五集。全書圖文並陳，節奏飛快，幽默中帶著溫度，讓七歲到大人讀者都能自在閱讀。這一次，Grimwood 要選出新鎮長。Titus 宣布退位，留下「大角」般的空缺。新舊角色紛紛投入選戰，有人懷抱理想，有人暗藏盤算，也有人只是想辦派對。最終能決定小鎮未來的，竟是 Grimwood 的居民——場面勢必更加混亂。故事在荒誕與真誠之間擺盪，既誇張又貼近人心。本系列獲 Richard Osman、Liz Pichon 等作家盛讚，稱其「anarchic」又充滿創意。Return toGrimwoodin the wildly funny fifth book in Nadia Shireen's bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series.Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Mr Gum and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh.Grimwood needs a new mayor! Titus has finally decided he’s had enough, leaving behind big antlers to fill. With characters new and old throwing their hats into the ring, who has what it takes, who has a hidden agenda, and who is simply in it for the parties? The only people who can decide the fate of Grimwood are . . . the residents of Grimwood. Oh no.Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read fifth title in t

春天到了，剛從冬眠中醒來的熊先生只想找點早餐，卻在洞口發現了一顆孤零零的蛋。本書從這個小小意外開始，孵化出一隻堅信自己是「熊的孩子」的小雁——Gozzle。她學著熊爬樹、挖洞、吃蜂蜜，樣樣都努力嘗試，卻總是鬧出令人莞爾的狀況。原本只想過安靜生活的熊，漸漸在照顧中改變了心情，學會回應、陪伴，也重新理解什麼是家與責任。本書以輕快的節奏描寫成長與親情的建立，文字幽默溫柔，畫面細節豐富，讓讀者在笑聲中感受到情感的累積。When Bear finds an egg on his doorstep, he has no clue that what's hatching isn't just a lost goose, but a family! A collaboration from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie, the award-winning, bestselling duo behind The Detective Dog and The Hospital Dog.Meet a very cute little gosling! Written by the Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, and stunningly illustrated by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, Gozzle is a funny and heartwarming story about family and growing up.It's springtime. Bear has woken up hungry and finds a lost egg outside his cave. Breakfast? No! Out hatches Gozzle, a very sweet little gosling who is convinced that Bear must be her daddy – and that she should be able to climb, dig and eat honey just like him.Follow Bear on his journey from reluctant carer to parent in

Hilarious chapter books about animals with jobs, clothes and superpowers! Highly illustrated in black and white and perfect for fans of the movies Sing and Zootropolis!Bob and Archie are two hapless but enthusiastic koalas who are just getting to grips with their new superpowers. Their archenemy is Dr Colossus, a giant ostrich with grand plans to destroy Pawtonia with the help of his Zombie Chickens!Can our furry heroes thwart the feathered supervillain? Definitely, maybe... This side-splitting, superhero series is the perfect early reader for young readers, where chapter books meet graphic novels!

Big ideas for curious minds are simply explained in this fascinating first introduction to artificial intelligence.Who invented the first artificial intelligence? How do machines listen without ears? And can I use artificial intelligence to talk to my pets?Learn what artificial intelligence is and how it works as you explore its impact on the environment, society and even our own bodies.Discover how artificial intelligence is used all around you, from smartphones and search engines to cars and prosthetic limbs, and how it might be used in the future!Fun, conversational text breaks down complex ideas so they are accessible to young readers.Created in consultation with experts from the University of Cambridge.Colourful and dynamic illustrations bring abstract concepts to life.For more big ideas, don't miss other titles in the series:Think Big: Secrets of BeesThink Big: The Speed of Light

A spellbinding story about a little girl, the sea and a seemingly fierce creature in need of her help – perfect for fans of Benji Davies' The Storm Whale.My toes hunt for grooves in the rock. And then ... I see her. While searching for wonders in the rockpools, a little girl discovers a silver shark, stranded in the shallows – sleek and quick, but still just a baby. The sun is high and the tide is out: how will the shark find its way home? Drawing on family memories of life in Barbados, award-winning author Mariesa Dulak and bestselling artist Alea Marley have woven together a spellbindingly beautiful story about our connections to the sea, and what we owe other living creatures.

★ 地球史上最懶外星人「Sky」再度降臨，爆笑任務升級！★ 校園鬧劇 × 外星觀察 × 無厘頭計畫，笑點滿滿停不下來★ 《遜咖日記》讀者會愛上的超混亂校園喜劇★ 如果外星人要阻止人類打仗，會從小學操場開始？外星少女Sky的地球觀察報告因為「人類太愛打仗」而慘遭不及格。為了補救，她再次偽裝成小學生回到地球，打算用自己的天才計畫阻止所有衝突。但一場板球賽與校園塗鴉卻讓兩所學校爆發全面戰爭。這部爆笑校園故事以外星視角看人類行為，幽默又充滿諷刺。The second book in the super funny series featuring "Sky" the laziest alien to ever visit Earth.Planet Earth failed to get Sky a passing grade in her school project, now Sky must figure out how to fix this mess AGAIN. If only humans would stop fighting wars all over the place!There’s only one thing for it: return to Oak Lane Primary School as an eleven-year-old girl and reunite with her human friends to stop all fighting with Sky's genius idea of winning. Which would be a lot easier if a disastrous cricket match and a declaration of war painted on the school fence hadn't just kicked off a battle with a rival school...

★情緒與魔法的完美結合： 這裡的魔獸不是隨機出現，而是由恐懼、勇氣、憤怒或快樂等情感幻化而成。讀故事，也是一場情感教育。★快節奏的全球冒險： 故事場景跨度極大，科學、自然與魔法交織，每一頁都像在看好萊塢特效大片。★深厚的情感連結： 探討友情、恐懼與自我認同，是 8-12 歲讀者（以及所有童心未泯的大人）最佳的成長伴侶。當情緒化為怪獸，世界將陷入狂歡或是混亂？在這一集中，一項能複製「情緒魔獸（Magicores）」的神奇發明遭到蓄意破壞，導致無數失控的魔獸在地球各個角落流竄。從加拉巴哥群島到婆羅洲的雨林，主角碧西（Bitsy）和柯什（Kosh）必須踏上一場跨越全球的獵捕行動。他們不僅要面對躲在暗處的神秘敵人，更要對抗內心深處最大的恐懼。如果無法在風暴來臨前收服這些混亂的魔獸，全世界的情緒平衡將徹底崩潰！JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES... The third thrilling adventure in a spectacular science-packed fantasy series from bestseller Jennifer Bell, bursting with incredible magical creatures, dramatic locations and amazing inventions. Fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures won't be able to put this book down!An incredible new invention can duplicate magicores! But when the device is sabotaged, rogue magicores escape across the globe. Bitsy and Kosh embark on a dangerous quest to hunt them down in an adventure that takes them from the Galápagos islands to the rainforest of Borneo. With the help of their Magicalia handbo

"Adorable ... spectacular ... funny" Guardian on Daisy Hirst's booksIf you saw a hole in the ground and a banana popped out of it, would you go in and explore?A quirky, fun and surreal picture book about the tricky business of sharing, surprising new friendships and snacks for all curious little adventurers, from the creator of the internationally successful Natalie & Alphonse series.Betsy and Philippa are out on a walk, when Betsy points to the ground. "There is not usually a hole."Then something comes out of the hole. It is a banana.Next, Philippa disappears down the hole – so Betsy has to go and find her!

《YOU VS The Poison Plot》：這場校園陰謀，由你親手終結！★ 席捲歐美校園的「遊戲化閱讀」風潮 ★★ 拒絕當旁觀者！翻開這本書，你就是主編兼偵探 ★【劇情大綱：倒數計時，兇手就在後台！】學校才藝大賽即將開幕，這本該是充滿掌聲的夜晚，卻在戲劇導師 Rosso 先生突然昏倒後，淪為一場驚悚的「中毒現場」。現場只有四名嫌疑人，每個人都有完美的動機，而真相被掩蓋在層層謊言之下。身為校園報社的主編，你無法袖手旁觀。你只有不到兩小時的時間，必須在謝幕燈光亮起前，找出那個藏在暗處的下毒者！【這本書為什麼讓你欲罷不能？】•互動式分歧劇情： 你的每一個決定都將導向不同的結局。是要先盤問神祕的萬人迷，還是潛入暗房搜索證物？命運就在你指尖。• 視覺化解謎體驗： 知名插畫家 Josh Hicks 親自操刀，將地圖、證據清單、嫌疑人側寫以漫畫風格完美呈現，閱讀就像在玩一場高品質的 RPG 遊戲！• 適合「非典型讀者」： 厭倦了冗長的文字敘述嗎？本書節奏極快，充滿反轉，連最不愛看書的孩子都會為了破案而讀到廢寢忘食。Can YOU solve the case? Choose your suspect, choose your next move – choose the story!YOU VS is a series of interactive adventure stories where the reader gets to choose what happens next! Full of maps, diagrams and illustrations, YOU VS gives readers the chance to star in their own stories: big genre adventures with huge stakes, real heart and a sense of humour. Oh, and lots and lots of endings.In YOU VS The Poison Plot, it’s the eve of the school talent show, but the school’s drama teacher has suddenly collapsed with four witnesses

Join Bluey and Bingo as they put on a show for Mother's Day.It's Mother's Day! Bluey and Bingo are delivering Mum breakfast-in-bed but when Bingo accidentally drops it, she’s convinced the day is ruined. Mum tells Bingo a checklist to help her feel better:“Have a little cry. Waaah!” Check.“Then I pick myself up.” Check.“Dust myself off.” Check.“And keep going. The show must go on.”Bluey and Bingo decide to put on a show for Mother’s Day about how Mum and Dad first met fell in love. But what will Bingo do when things start to go wrong again?This picture book is the perfect gift for mums on Mother's Day!Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: QueensBluey: I Love My FamilyBluey: What Would Bluey’s Mum Do?Bluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It’s currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and usin

There are dozens of invitations to grab your pens and get drawing in this fun book. The lively illustrations by Fred Blunt create endless opportunities to let your imagination run wild! Add heads and leaves to a monster plant, give different people hairstyles and fill in frames with whatever pictures you like, each page is a different world for you to bring to life with your own drawing ideas.

"This is an absolutely adorable retelling of [the Jack and the Beanstalk] classic story. It is perfect for any emerging reader. An absolute must-buy." --School Library Journal(STARRED review)Join Pete the Kitty on a journey up the beanstalk in this My First I Can Read story fromNew York Timesbestselling team Kimberly and James Dean.Once upon a time, a kitty named Pete and his friend Callie climbed a beanstalk as tall as the sky. At the top, they heard "Fe! Fi! Fo! Fum!" But where are the sounds are coming from?Beginner readers will love this new Pete-tastic spin on the beloved fairy tale Jack and the Beanstalk!This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.For more groovy fairytale twists with P

★ 遊戲時間，還是故事時間？兩個願望，可以同時滿足！★ 不只圖像繽紛，遊戲類型更豐富多樣，讓孩子一玩就停不下來！★ 本書內容中英對照，增添英語學習樂趣，培養孩子雙語能力。17篇聖經故事，簡短好讀，中英對照，搭配100個遊戲，結合玩樂、創意和學習，特別適合４～８歲的小朋友。孩子可以先聽父母講故事，或親子一起唸故事，再透過各式遊戲，從遊戲中學習，刺激思維成長。Activity time or story time? Why not both?With 17 beloved Bible stories and 100 activities, will provide hours of entertainment, creativity, and learning for your 4-8-year-old children.Read the brief stories with your children, stimulate their growing minds with activities designed just for them.本書特色：◆ 本書內容中英對照，親子共讀增進全方位閱讀素養。◆ 收錄17篇簡短好讀的聖經故事◆ 根據聖經故事主題搭配100個專為幼兒設計的好玩遊戲（附答案）◆ 附設4頁精美貼紙，搭配書中遊戲使用適讀年齡：◆ ４歲以上，學齡前◆ 適合親子共讀

★ 眾多婚姻諮商師，包含《愛之語》作者——蓋瑞．巧門博士大力讚揚與推薦！★ 繼《女性限定》、《男性限定》後，暢銷作家——桑蒂．菲德翰最新力作！★ 美國亞馬遜５顆星好評！來談談「性」吧大多數人對性充滿好奇，也渴望找到答案：●「我們算正常嗎？」●「為什麼配偶不像我一樣渴望親密？」●「我不想感到被逼迫，但也不想讓配偶失望——該怎麼辦？」●「藥物、更年期、色情、勃起困難、疼痛……這些影響該如何面對？」●「我們如何能有共識，並建立令人滿意的親密生活？」性是婚姻中最常見的困擾之一（例如：將近八成夫妻在性需求頻率上並不一致），但情況不必一直如此。關係研究專家桑蒂．菲德翰與國際知名性治療師邁可．賽茲瑪博士，歸納出八個簡單卻具轉化力的關鍵要素，幫助夫妻從疏離走向喜悅。他們的洞見根基於豐富的臨床經驗與突破性研究，其中包含迄今全美最大規模的夫妻性研究。這不是一本「性愛操作手冊」，而是一本引人入勝、極具實用性的指南，帶領你更深理解你的配偶，並共同打造你一直渴望的婚姻。專業推薦：「《親密限定》以充分的研究為基礎，是每一對夫妻都適合一同閱讀、並在親密生活中更貼近彼此的極佳工具。這本書充滿智慧與洞見，我誠摯推薦給每一對夫妻。」——蓋瑞．巧門博士（Gary Chapman），《愛之語》作者「邁可和桑蒂深具影響力的研究將幫助你分辨，哪些因素能真正點燃親密生活，哪些則無濟於事。如果你的性生活不如你所期待的那樣，這本顛覆觀點、帶來改變的書，將引導你發現屬於自己的轉化之路。」——托妮．紐霍夫（Toni Nieuwhof），《分手前》作者、《智慧家庭》播客主持人「在擔任性治療師與性教育工作者長達四十七年後，我們仍從這本書中學到許多實用的新知，也發現這是一本非常值得閱讀的好書。」——克利福德．潘納博士與喬伊絲．潘納（Clifford and Joyce Penner），臨床心理學與臨床護理專家、《性愛的禮物》作者「這樣兼具研究基礎與實務指引的書，可謂幾十年一遇。語言簡潔易懂，充滿真實生活的例子。身為長期服務少數族群的治療師，我們對能分享這樣一個具有轉化力的工具感到無比興奮。」——喬治與丹妮莎．蘇亞雷斯（Jorge and Danisa Suarez），婚姻諮商師與性治療師「秘密終於揭曉了！菲德翰和賽茲瑪彙整超過5,300位受訪者的回饋，為我們提供前所未有的清晰視角來理解婚姻中的性關係。這本書是送給夫妻、家庭、