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A witty celebration of the tiny tardigrade, a microscopic creature that looks like a bearLiving in a tiny house has one huge drawback--no space for pets. So when a little girl's parents announce that it's time for the family to simplify, downsizing from a huge home in the city to a tiny house in the woods, it's quite a blow--after all, she's grown quite fond of her pet poodles, cats, tarantula, snake, hedgehogs, mice, birds, fish, octopus, rabbits, pony, pig, and turtles. Fortunately, she finds them all good homes, and she has to admit that she enjoys her new simpler life. There's just one thing: She still really wants just one pet. At first the answer is no. But using a little scientific savvy, she finds one that could be just the right fit--how could anyone turn down a pet smaller than an ant's eye that doesn't need special food or toys or walking, and will always be small enough to squeeze into their home, no matter how much they dow

The lives of two women, generations apart, converge in this enthralling novel of love, mystery, memories, and secrets.Pregnant and still grieving the death of her fiancé, historian Megan Buchanan

From the author of Are You Smart Enough to Work at Google?, a fascinating look at how an equation that foretells the future is transforming everything we know about life, business, and the universe.In the 18th century, the British minister and mathematician Thomas Bayes devised a theorem that allowed him to assign probabilities to events that had never happened before. It languished in obscurity for centuries until computers came along and made it easy to crunch the numbers. Now, as the foundation of big data, Bayes' formula has become a linchpin of the digital economy.But here's where things get really interesting: Bayes' theorem can also be used to lay odds on the existence of extraterrestrial intelligence; on whether we live in a Matrix-like counterfeit of reality; on the "many worlds" interpretation of quantum theory being correct; and on the biggest question of all: how long will humanity survive?The Doomsday Calculation tells how Silicon Valley's profitable formula became a contr

Laura Dean, the most popular girl in high school, was Frederica Riley's dream girl: charming, confident, and SO cute. There's just one problem: Laura Dean is maybe not the greatest girlfriend.Reeling from her latest break up, Freddy's best friend, Doodle, introduces her to the Seek-Her, a mysterious medium, who leaves Freddy some cryptic parting words: break up with her. But Laura Dean keeps coming back, and as their relationship spirals further out of her control, Freddy has to wonder if it's really Laura Dean that's the problem. Maybe it's Freddy, who is rapidly losing her friends, including Doodle, who needs her now more than ever. Fortunately for Freddy, there are new friends, and the insight of advice columnists like Anna Vice to help her through being a teenager in love.Mariko Tamaki and Rosemary Valero-O’Connell bring to life a sweet and spirited tale of young love that asks us to consider what happens when we ditch the toxic relationships we crave to embrace the healthy ones we

Stop to admire the roses, thorns and all, with new fiction from the likes of Jo Ann Beard and Aleksandar Hemon; poets including Gabrielle Calvocoressi, Jericho Brown; essays by Amy Lam and John Freema

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Master the art of communicating clearly, confidently, and successfully—in both your social and business life—with this two-book bundle from bestselling author and communication expert Leil Lowndes.How to Talk to Anyone:In How to Talk to Anyone, communication guru Leil Lowndes offers 92 tried-and-true techniques to make it easy to talk to anyone, anywhere, in any situation. Whether you’re trying to make a good first impression, socializing at parties and work events, navigating day-to-day interactions, or tackling the toughest conversations, Leil’s simple yet sophisticated methods give you the confidence you need to speak effectively—and brilliantly. In her trademark straight-shooting style, Leil gives her techniques catchy names so you’ll remember them when you really need them, including: “Rubberneck

This isn't any old night, this is a magic night!' There's only one more sleep till Christmas and Lucas and Willow, the moon and the stars are all waiting ... While they wait, the children remember eve

From New York Times–bestselling author Andy Griffiths, full of zany illustrations and slapstick humor, this paperback boxed set includes the first three books in the hilarious Treehouse chapter book s

The lunacy of the final months of World War II, as experienced by a young German soldierDistant, silent, often drunk, Walter Urban is a difficult man to have as a father. But his son—the narrator of t

From the creator of Star Stuff comes a picture book biography of Rachel Carson, the iconic environmentalist who fought to keep the sounds of nature from going silent.As a child, Rachel Carson lived by

The five fun and friendly Dinosaur Pals are back in a new classroom adventure that takes place in the great outdoors. No computers, no TV, no homework--just friends! Every day on her way to school, Ka

Balam is a sleepy town on the eastern coast of Atlua, surrounded by forest and sea. It's a village where nothing happens and everybody knows each other. But now, people are dying.School is out for the

Black Lagoon Collection 2 is a chapter-book-pack that mixes school, monsters, and common kid problems with hilarious results! With word play, fun facts, and short sentences, these stories are suitable for beginning independent readers.Set 2: #11-#20#11: The Show Day from the Black Lagoon#12: April Fools Day from the Black Lagoon#13: Back-to-School Fright from the Black Lagoon#14: The New Year's Eve Sleepover from the Black Lagoon#15: The Spring Dance from the Black Lagoon#16: The Thanksgiving Day from the Black Lagoon#17: The Summer Vacation from the Black Lagoon#18: The Author Visit from the Black Lagoon#19: St. Patrick's Day from the Black Lagoon#20: The School Play from the Black Lagoon

Miffy plants a seed in this spring-themed book that’s part of an all-new Ready-to-Read level, Ready-to-Go!Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Miffy Can Help! was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite sweet, little bunny?Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn fifteen sight words and two words from one word family. So come on and get reading with Miffy as she shows you all the ways she can help a seed grow

Miffy plants a seed in this spring-themed book that’s part of an all-new Ready-to-Read level, Ready-to-Go!Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Miffy Can Help! was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite sweet, little bunny?Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn fifteen sight words and two words from one word family. So come on and get reading with Miffy as she shows you all the ways she can help a seed grow

What does it really take to be a knight? Peruse this lavish novelty volume and be surprised.From the secret order of Round Table Knights comes a tell-all guide to the mythical occupation of knighthood — its history, mysterious quests, and puzzles that live on to this day. Inspired by the life of a most exemplary knight, this fascinating book explores the art of mastering sword and lance, the essential (and prohibitively expensive) war-horse, the ins and outs of a castle that a knight might defend, and the skills needed to prevail in a jousting tournament, with all its pageantry. No investigation of knighthood would be complete without a look at the Crusades, and a celebration of legendary knights such as King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Gawain, plus vaunted icons such as Excalibur and the Holy Grail. In true ’Ology fashion, this tip of the lance to a noble (and misunderstood) profession offers a variety of interactive flaps and other novelties to keep young squires fully entertained.

The secret history of the man behind Moon Knight's mask! Marc Spector was born in Chicago - but where was his alter ego Steven Grant born? A story of birth, death and rebirth digs deep into Spector's past -and redefines the history of Moon Knight as you know it! Trapped outside of reality, his survival depends on answers -but Spector is plagued by nothing but questions! Is Moon Knight stronger alone, or more vulnerable? Where has he really been all this time? Where was a man like Marc Spector forged? And where will he face his final battle? The answers are here!COLLECTING: MOON KNIGHT 10-14

An exciting chapter book series featuring all-new stories about each Disney Princess as a young girl! Disney Princess Jasmine is nine years old. She has private tutors, fancy clothes, and even a pet tiger, but what she really wants is a friend her own age. When a royal from a nearby kingdom comes for a visit and brings his son, Jasmine is excited. But she and the boy don’t have much in common. But then, while on an exciting underground adventure, Jasmine meets the son of one of the palace workers. Will Princess Jasmine finally find a true friend? Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new chapter book based on Disney’s Aladdin featuring full-color illustrations! Disney’s Dream Big, Princess campaign focuses on the amazing stories and leadership qualities of each Disney Princess and shows how they relate to today’s girls.

Business expectations of their IT departments are simple: Deliver IT without fuss, get involved in achieving business results, and provide leadership. But while business emphasis is on business result

A brave little girl does not believe it when the townsfolk tell her there is a terrible dragon in a nearby mountain cave. She decides to journey there to find out for herself. What she finds is an une

The true story of how a renowned writer’s struggle with mood storms led her to try a remedy as drastic as it is forbidden: microdoses of LSD. Her revealing, fascinating journey provides a window into

The inspiring true story of how one African woman began a movement to recycle the plastic bags that were polluting her community.Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then ten. Then a hundred.The bags accumulated in ugly heaps alongside roads. Water pooled in them, bringing mosquitoes and disease. Some bags were burned, leaving behind a terrible smell. Some were buried, but they strangled gardens. They killed livestock that tried to eat them. Something had to change.Isatou Ceesay was that change. She found a way to recycle the bags and transform her community. This inspirational true story shows how one person's actions really can make a difference in our world.