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The third edition has undergone significant revisions from the second edition, which was published in 2011. Significant enhancements include coverage of　advancements in electronic commerce and financialtechnology (fintech), particularly the adoption of blockchain-based letters of credit and internet of things. Readers will gain valuable knowledge about trade developments in fintech, blockchain, and important trade promotion institutions in the Greater Bay Area.This book offers comprehensive and well-structured content, making it an excellent resource for training professionals such as bankers, import/export managers, and lawyers.It is particularly beneficial for students enrolled in the Finance of International Trade module of the Professional Diploma for Certified Banker offered by the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers, helping them prepare effectively for their examinations.

人氣漫畫家Jess風頭正盛，新漫畫在校園大受歡迎，名氣讓她飄飄然，連最好的朋友Nat也被冷落了。偏偏這時，出現了漫畫新星Scarlett，準備搶下漫畫皇后寶座！這是一場笑料百出的友情與自我探索之戰，讓人邊笑邊思考。由《You're Not the Boss of Me! 》得獎作家Catherine Wilkins撰寫，全新封面由Katie Abey繪製，笑點滿滿、真誠動人！The second book in the hilarious Jess Jackson series from much-loved author and comedian Catherine Wilkins, with a new cover illustrated by Katie Abey - perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks!JESS and NAT are best friends again, but things have changed a bit. Jess has got new friends now and the comic they've put together has just LAUNCHED in school to great acclaim. Jess is REALLY enjoying her new-found FAME that she starts to neglect the wildlife project she's doing with Nat...But Scarlett, a new cartoonist on the block, is after her COMIC CROWN. It's felt-tip pens at dawn!Look out for these the laugh-out-loud funny books by Catherine Wilkins: Café Chaos: My Family Is Not a Piece of Cake You're Not the Boss of Me! (WINNER Lollies 2024, Teen) My Best Friend and Other Enemies: A Jess Jackson BookAnd more

'Donncha is back with another dad-sized dollop of disaster! Jam-packed with delicious doughnuts, wind-borne wellies and supermodel mutts, this chronicle of calamity is fantastic fun for all the family ... and their dog!' - Alan Nolan, author of the Molly and Bram seriesIrish rugby star and media personality Donncha O'Callaghan is back with another laugh-out-loud family story, written with Blue Peter Book Club author Karen Owen and illustrated by Jenny Taylor. When Finn, Emma, Dad and Mum participate in a family fun day to raise money for charity, their competitive nature is revealed!When the family discover that Dad's arch-rival is also competing in the family fun day, Dad is determined to win! With a welly-throwing competition, wacky races and a talent show to prepare for, the family are on a strict NO DOUGHNUTS diet and training regime.But will their efforts be enough to win the prize?Full of mishaps and chaos, this hilarious story is sure to delight all readers aged 7+, and is perfe

The breathtaking graphic novel follow-up toSaving Sorya – Chang and the Sun Bear, winner of the Yoto Carnegie Medal for IllustrationWhen Chang meets an elderly elephant named H’non, she makes a promise to rescue her from a lifetime of captivity. Together, they embark on a quest to find a new home where H’non can live as nature intended – wild and free.Created by environmental activist Trang Nguyen – who was featured as one of the environmental heroes in episode eight of the BBC’s Planet Earth III – and award-winning manga artist Jeet Zdung,Saving H'non: Chang and the Elephantis an inspirational adventure, based on a true story, about a young conservationist who overcomes the odds to give H'non the elephant the life she deserves after 50 years of hardship.Chang’s daring story is for any young reader, animal lover and intrepid explorer who’s ready for adventure!Praise forSaving Sorya – Chang and the Sun Bear'A beautiful, moving and uplifting tale of perseverance and overcoming challenge,

From author-illustrator Sally Soweol Han comes a joyful story about discovering new things and listening to the amazing world around us.After a long day in the hustle and bustle of the big, noisy city, Lewis is ready to go home. But when the BRUMMM of their bus is stopped by a loud POP!, they are stuck waiting along a country road. With nothing to do, Lewis finds himself listening to new noises all around him. Beetles BUZZ and critters ZIP in the moon-bright sky. Whooooooosh, whirr, flitter flutter, rustle rustle-whoa! The more he listens, the more he hears-nature's sounds are full of music.Perfect for bedtime reading, this lovely story introduces young readers to the amazing sounds all around us-nature's wonder-if we only take time to stop and listen.

NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER * “An insightful read…Walters is a larger-than-life character.” —Sports Illustrated* “This book is going to become the sports gambling bible…The formula’s in the book.” —Pat McAfeeThe wild and massively entertaining autobiography of Billy Walters—“the greatest and most controversial sports gambler ever” (ESPN)—who shares his extraordinary life story, reveals the secrets to his fiercely protected betting system, and breaks his silence about Phil Mickelson.Anybody can get lucky. Nobody controls the odds like Billy Walters. Widely regarded as “the Michael Jordan of sports betting,” Walters is a living legend in Las Vegas and among sports bettors worldwide. With an unmatched winning streak of thirty-six consecutive years, Walters has become fabulously wealthy by placing hundreds of millions of dollars a year in gross wagers, including one Super Bowl bet of $3.5 million alone. Competitors desperate to crack his betting techniques have tried hacking his phones, cloni

A charming story about romance, friendship, and a love of books, in which two women—a lonely remote worker and a widowed single mom—and a handsome local bookstore clerk find themselves in an unusual love triangle when an anonymous note left in a book finds the wrong recipient.April, a smart and lonely tech worker worries work from home has gotten out of hand: She’s left an anonymous note in a book for Westley, the clerk at her favorite neighborhood bookstore who has a gentle smile and is always in flannel. But thanks to fate, Laura – a busy single mom who had given up on love – buys the book, finds the note, and thinks Westley has left it for her. A handsome man who loves books seems like just plot twist she has been looking for.Meanwhile, Westley—not too perceptive—is too distracted by the movie filming at the store and the ambition it’s unlocked to notice either of the two women. But as April and Laura’s anonymous correspondence continues back and forth their mundane routines are cha

A super new illustrated book of stories for kids, the latest from the bestselling author of Super SleuthGET READY FOR SOME SUPERSIZED FUN!When is the queen not just the queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN!KAPOW!Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it’s THUNDERHOUND!BLAM!When her schoolteachers turn into deadly dinosaurs, who can possibly stop them? Why, DINO-KID, of course!ROAR!Be amazed by these ten thrilling adventures, featuring the bravest, strongest and silliest superheroes the world has ever seen, alongside more secret lairs, disguises and surprises than you will believe possible!Illustrated in marvellous colour, this collection is super, it’s duper and most importantly – it’s wuper.

A cute dinosaur book with soft felt flaps and a surprise mirror ending - perfect for sharing with babies and toddlers.From the range of joyful preschool books created by bestselling author Camilla Reid and illustrated by the award-winning Nila Aye,Who's Funny?is a first lift-the-flap book that is perfect for sharing with a very funny little person.Little children will love lifting the irresistibly soft felt flaps to discover who is the funniest little person ever - will it be one of four favourite dinosaurs? They'll find the answer when they look in the mirror hiding under the final flap!

《Phonics Step by Step3: Long Vowels》 《Phonics Step-By-Step》系列第三冊 Long Vowels以長母音為主軸，練習常見的長母音音 組。當母音 (Vowels) 加上子音 ( Consonant)，並在子音後面接 e母音，e會消音並將母音變成長母音的發音，而成的規則，如：a_e、e_e、i_e、o_e、u_e 等音組。再次強調了學習自然發音法的目的，是學習字母和聲音之間的對應關係。 《Phonics Step by Step4: Long Vowel Digraphs》 《Phonics Step-By-Step》自然發音拼讀系列的第四冊Long Vowel Digraphs (複合長母音)， 延續長母音教學主軸，練習常見的複合長母音。複合長母音為兩個母音或字母發一個長母音的音組，認識母音組合變化，產生出新的發音，如：ai/ay、ea/ee、oa/ow等音組。再次強調了學習自然發音法目的，是學習字母之間的對應關係。 《世紀名家：荒島漂流》 年少時，魯賓遜違背父母的期望，毅然決然出海航行，想要追求自己的夢想，不料，天有不測風雲，一連串的苦難接踵而來，最後漂流至荒島，開始了匱乏的原始生活，從一開始的絕望到努力滿足生存的需求，努力在荒島上生活。在一次機遇之下，解救了一名野人，取名為「星期五」。兩人又會擦出怎樣的火花，能否離開荒島，重回文明的道路? 《世紀名家：逆境勇者》 一個從小聾盲啞的女孩，看不見美麗的風景，只憑著觸摸來探索世界，這是何等大的孤單，直到一位老師的出現，為女孩黑暗的世界點亮一絲微光，帶領她慢慢學會用手心拼寫、摸嘴唇學發音來與他人溝通；逐步的學習，探索各式學問，一步步的領略生命的美好。讓我們也跟著她的腳步，一同克服坎坷的命運，造就不凡的傳奇人生。 智慧史詩 套書 拼讀技能與經典智慧的雙重旅程，從學習長母音到閱讀勇者的故事 讓你探索未知與成長的奇妙世界，一套書，滿足孩子的想像力！ Phonics Step by Step系列特色： ★加贈電子書 ★加贈數位帳號 ★清晰道地的發音教學 ★專為英文初學編撰的自然發音法書籍 ★循序引導讀者有效識別字母發音組合 ★打造看字讀字、看字母會發音的能力 ★有效提高準確發音並增強口語的溝通 世紀名家系列特色： 目川文出版的世紀名家系列，是專為國中小學生打造，讓經典作品永

Babies and toddlers will be endlessly engaged with the pages of My Busy Day, where they can follow an adorable child from wake-up time to bedtime, searching for hidden items on every page!Each new spread in this Look & Find, Clever Baby book showcases a different part of a busy day in the life of a relatable young child. This book covers everything from brushing your teeth and eating meals to playing and getting ready for bedtime! Readers can learn the names of various objects by checking out the ""Look & Find"" column on each page, which features four labeled items to find in the big picture. With this engaging book, little ones will have a blast finding food, household items, toys, and more while learning their names!*Labels accompanying simple pictures help expand babies’ vocabulary*Bold, colorful illustrations hold babies’ attention*The daily routine theme helps children learn healthy habitsOther Look & Find, Clever Baby titles include Outdoor Fun, Our Animal Friends, a

Who doesn't love a butterfly? Set a little one's heart aflutter with this exploration of the beautiful creatures, led by everyone's favorite mouse. Join Maisy as she learns all about gorgeous butterflies! This fifth book in the Maisy's Planet series introduces children to both butterflies and moths, as it investigates everything from caterpillars to cocoons to the insects in flight. Find out about patterns, color, and camouflage, and open out the final scene to marvel at Maisy's butterfly- and moth-friendly garden!

“Like all the very best romance,Bad Publicityis about two people falling in love and also so much more: grief, personal growth, and forgiveness. . . A poignant, utterly compelling story about battling demons and coming out the other side stronger and better able to love.” —Ashley WinsteadA sparkling novel of second-chance romance and rebuilding after loss, in which an unexpected reunion could lead to a career-ending catastrophe or a new lease on life and love. . .Andie has been awash in grief since the death of her father, but when she lands her dream job as a senior book publicist, she finally finds some buoyancy, a renewed sense of purpose. She’s prepared to take the New York publishing scene by storm.Until her first day, when she discovers that her biggest author is Jack Carlson—the same Jack who ruined her life at university. Whom she hasn’t spoken to in five years. Who is not only still infuriatingly hot but also incredibly successful. And whose campaign she definitely cannot mess

Written in Stone by Polo Bourieau is an extraordinary exploration of how monumental sculpture transforms urban spaces into places of meaning and connection. From the ancient marble quarries of Carrara to the skyscrapers of Hong Kong or the bustling lanes of Chengdu, this richly illustrated book charts Polo’s creative journey, offering profound insights into the dialogue between sculpture, architecture, and community.Structured as an epic narrative inspired by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth theory, Polo’s sculptures become the protagonists of our common narrative of adventure, transformation, and identity. With reflections on the creative process and a conversation with urban planner and design writer Catherine Shaw, the book delves into the challenges and realities of creating public art in the dynamic landscapes of 21st-century China.Written in Stone offers a philosophical meditation on the power of art to shape our cities and ourselves. It invites readers—whether city planners,

外星狗能拯救地球嗎？當沉默寡言的男孩普雷茲遇見自稱「史普尼克」的吵鬧小狗時，一場離奇冒險就此展開。原來地球即將被摧毀，除非普雷茲能列出十件讓這個星球值得保留的事物。這是一部結合幽默與情感的成長故事，讓人重新發現生活中平凡而珍貴的美好。由英國桂冠兒童作家法蘭克・科崔爾-博伊斯創作，輕鬆中帶著溫暖。Shortlisted for the 2017 Carnegie Medal, Sputnik's Guide to Life on Earth by the award-winning UK Children's Laureate 2024–2026 Frank Cottrell-Boyce is an funny out-of-this-world adventure. Perfect for children aged 8+ and illustrated throughout by Steven Lenton.'Full of heart and emotion that might just bring a tear to your eye' - Tom Fletcher, author of The CreakersCan a dog from outer space save the world?When Prez meets Sputnik – a small, loud alien – he's shocked to hear that the world is about to be destroyed. Unless Prez can show Sputnik ten things worth seeing or doing on Earth . . .But Prez's list of amazing things is not quite the same as Sputnik's – will it be enough to save the planet?'A wonderful and exciting story about friendship and appreciating what you have' - Independent

Fascinated by her grandfather’s seafaring life on a freighter and triggered by her own turbulent arrival to Iceland one winter, Crystal Kwan ends up buying a one-way ticket to Paris where her outbound life unfolds. Under the influence of great artists, architects and writers who travelled far both physically and creatively, she is tempted to do the same: to record serendipitous, at times overwhelming moments through writing, sketching and photography. Four themes of “souvenirs”, each a result of a particular type of travel, portray different ways of seeing as she comes face to face with the world. Be it creative or contemplative, memorable or regrettable, the greatest souvenir harnessed throughout all journeys is the transformative power of travel.

白天變綠，晚上當英雄！羅瑞原本只是個普通小學生，卻在某天突然全身變成了綠色。醫生無解，父母驚慌，他只能和另外兩個也變綠的小孩一起被隔離。沒想到，這場莫名的變異，竟成為他展現勇氣與想像力的契機。這本書充滿笑料與溫情，適合喜歡奇想冒險故事的中年級讀者，一起走進羅瑞的「綠色」人生！The Astounding Broccoli Boy is the hilarious tale of an unlikely (and very green) hero believing in himself and finding adventure. Written by the award-winning UK Children's Laureate 2024–2026, Frank Cottrell-Boyce and illustrated throughout by Steven Lenton. Perfect for children aged 8+.Green by day, hero by night!Rory Rooney likes to be prepared for all eventualities. His favourite book is Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared, and he has memorized every page of it. He could even survive a hippo attack. He knows that just because something is unlikely doesn't mean it won't ever happen . . .But Rory isn't prepared when he suddenly and inexplicably turns green. Stuck in an isolation ward in a hospital far from home with two other remarkably green children, Rory's as confused by his new condition as the medics seem to be.

A heartwarming introduction to reading for kids ages three and up about how even solitary beings need people too, from Jean-François Sénéchal and Pascale BonenfantAnyone can make it on their own—just ask Colette! She’s a solitary bee who enjoys her own company more than anyone else’s and thrives on her independence. Colette can do just about anything by herself: day-to-day tasks, cleverly navigating the elements, and even setting out on solo adventures. But sometimes, even the most solitary bees need other insects around—like when things don’t go as planned, or when they’ve simply got a good story to tell. Colette: The Solitary Bee is an adorable, heartwarming tale that shows us we can be proud to do things by ourselves, but it’s also pretty great to share our lived experiences with those around us.

這是一個超級古怪又超級有趣的童話故事，出自《The Book of Mistakes》這本超棒繪本的作者，講的是一個大家全都忘記怎麼好好相處的小鎮。故事一開始，是國王的鬍子打了結。大家開始吵起來：到底是要用梳子還是刷子來把結梳開呢？然後，他們開始為字母的樣式，接著是湯匙形狀……到最後，他們每天都在吵架，吵到都忘了是為了什麼開始吵的，誰開始吵的也沒人記得。他們只知道，他們一直都在吵，而且吵得超厲害，超～～級厲害！國王和王后看不下去了，決定辦一場競賽，要找出全國最會吵架的人...最後會是誰勝出？比賽到最後又會發生什麼荒唐的事情呢？A delightfully preposterous and original fairy tale about a community that forgets how to get along, by the celebrated creator of The Book of Mistakes.The first argument was over a brush and a comb, and which would be better for taking a tangle out of the king's beard. Next came the argument over letters, and then over spoons . . . and soon they argued all the time, and no one could remember when the arguing had started or over what or by whom. They only knew that they had always argued, and that they did it well. Very, very well.And so it was that the king and queen decided to hold a contest to choose the very best arguer in the land. But what will happen when everyone is so busy arguing that they can't even hear the queen

X-MenmeetsSpy Kidsin the fifth installment of The Forgotten Five middle-grade fantasy/adventure series by theNew York Timesbestselling author of The Unwanteds.The Forgotten Five and their friends are reeling in the aftermath of the raid on Magdalia Palacio's campaign rally—an attack masterminded by her corrupt opponent President Fuerte and his henchmen. Birdie is in the hospital with a head injury, and under arrest for stealing a police horse in her attempt to evade capture. Separated from her friends—and not even allowed to see her mother—how can Birdie escape when she is utterly alone?Then the Librarian is taken captive in the heavily guarded palace dungeon after Fuerte discovers she's been acting as a double agent. What will they do without their trusted mentor?Luckily, the five have been honing their supernatural abilities, and it's Brix who takes the lead, forging an unlikely alliance and putting together a plan. Does the group have what it takes to rescue their friends and even t

本書是一本立足本科生水平的電動力學教材，主要闡述電磁場理論，分析各個實 驗定律，從中總結出電磁場的普遍規律，建立麥克斯韋方程組和洛倫茲力公式，討論 恆定電磁場問題，說明一些恆定場的基本性質和求解電場、磁場問題的一些基本方法， 討論電磁波的傳播與輻射，介紹一般情況下勢的概念和輻射電磁場的計算方法，最後 將電動力學的參考系引入相對論時空觀，導出電磁場量在不同參考系間的變換，並且 說明相對論力學的基本概念。本書注重把現代物理前沿引入教學，把電動力學問題擴 展到多個前沿的研究領域，如固體物理、天體物理、核物理、計算物理等。 本書涵蓋我國高校物理學專業電動力學課程的基本內容，可作為高等學校物理學 相關專業低年級學生學習電動力學課程的教材或參考書，也可作為電子、材料、通信 等專業高年級學生的教學參考書。This is a Simplified Chinese Translation of the following title published by Cambridge University Press: Introduction to Electrodynamics, Fourth edition, 9781108420419 . Cambridge University Press 2017 This Simplified Chinese Translation for the People’s Republic of China (excluding Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan) is published by arrangement with the Press Syndicate of the University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom. . China Machine Press 2025 This Simplified Chinese Translation is authorized for sale in the People’s Republic of China (excl

Explore the rich diversity of the animal kingdom!Meet dozens of creatures with extraordinary abilities, then understand how they have adapted to thrive in the wild. Discover the endless teeth of a great white shark, learn how bats can 'see' in the dark and understand why gentoo penguins are so cleverly coloured. Written by award-winning zoology writer Jack Ashby and illustrated by the inimitable Sara Boccaccini Meadows, this is a book bursting with life like no other.Discover more in the series:Glow: A child's guide to the night sky. Grow: A child's guide to plants and how to grow them. Fly: A child's guide to birds and where to spot them.

A beautiful and heart-warming dinosaur story from the author of The Bear and the Piano and Kid ChristmasLiz is sure that her next-door neighbour has a secret. He's got a very long neck, clumpy feet and a strange taste for green leaves... he's a dinosaur! Unfortunately, she's not the only one who's noticed. When Mr Wilson is taken away by scientists, Liz realises that everyone is free to live the life they wish and she must help save her friend.A delightful book perfect for children aged 3+· A beautiful story about acceptance and letting people live the life they want· Written and illustrated from the prize-winning and best-selling author of The Bear and the Piano, Grandad's Secret Giant and Kid Christmas· Young children will love being in on the secret that Mr Wilson is a dinosaur!"The Dinosaur Next Door brilliantly combines the joys of dinosaurs and cake... I promise you'll be rooting for Mr Wilson" - The Guardian

★展現小人物如何勇敢追夢和挑戰強大對手的經典對抗。★溫馨的父子關係和幽默風格。★烹飪美食與創新元素。故事講述一位名叫Benny Burns的男孩，他每個週末都會幫助父親經營一台在當地足球場外的漢堡車。當Benny發現祖父的舊食譜書後，他開始按照食譜製作美味的漢堡，這些漢堡吸引了大型快餐連鎖Bonkers Burgers及其CEO Bodley Bonkers的注意。Benny與父親及兩個好朋友一起，努力抵抗這家快餐巨頭的壓力，試圖挽救家族的小生意。Benny最終還與世界頂尖廚師競賽，角逐最佳漢堡的稱號。小說中融入了父子間溫馨的關係和幽默感，並且帶有鼓勵小讀者追尋夢想的訊息。此外，故事還穿插了素食漢堡的創新元素，突顯現代飲食趨勢。A funny, exciting, David vs Goliath adventure with a heart-warming father-son relationship – perfect for fans ofDanny the Champion of the World,Millions, andRatatouille.The story of one boy and his brilliant burgers!Benny Burns spends every weekend helping his dad by working at their burger van, parked outside the local football ground. And when Benny finds his grandfather’s old recipe book and begins following its instructions, he starts cooking INCREDIBLE food – so good, in fact, that he attracts the unwanted attention of fast food giant Bonkers Burgers! and its CEO, Bodley Bonkers.To Bodley, Benny and his burgers are a threat that must be eliminated… by any means necessa

The new full-colour graphic novel in the spin-off series from Max Brallier’s NYT bestselling The Last Kids on Earth, now with over 10 million copies in print worldwide and an Emmy Award-winning Netflix Original show. The series that proves that the zombie apocalypse is better with friends. Featuring new Last Kids on Earth stories by Max Brallier and full-colour artwork throughout! Jack, June, Quint and Dirk – AKA the Last Kids on Earth – are creating ANOTHER COMIC BOOK MASTERPIECE! Are you ready for the next Last Comics adventure? Of course you are! And this next book doesn't disappoint.It's bigger, better, and just plain awesome. What is it about, you ask? Well … as Maverick would say, "It's classified." Could I tell you? Uhhh … sure, I guess? Maybe? Okay, fine, no. No, I can't.But soon, SOON I will. And you'll say it was aaaall worth the wait. ‘Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.’ Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy

This monstrously fun companion to the bestselling classic Go Away, Big Green Monster! shows kids how to calm down with interactive peekaboo pages. Big Red Monster is angry! Turning the pages reveals colorful illustrations of different parts of the cranky creature's face-from two mean green eyes to a big thundery loud mouth-as he gets increasingly upset. We can help him calm down by taking deep breaths-in and out-until even his yellow-and-orange firecracker hair disappears.This ingenious, interactive book about working through feelings of anger through play, imagination, and breathing deeply feels as fresh and innovative today as Go Away, Big Green Monster! did 30 years ago. Also check out Go Away, Big Green Monster! which has sold over a million copies!

An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling ofWhite Fang, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies!Half wolf, half dog, White Fang fully understands the cruelty of both nature and humans. After nearly starving to death during the frigid Arctic winter, he’s taken in first by a man who “trains” him through constant whippings, and then by another who forces him to participate in vicious dogfights. Follow White Fang as he overcomes these obstacles and finally meets someone who offers him kindness and love.

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away across the world with Jack and Annie--this time to rescue little horses in Mongolia! Perfect for chapter book readers.The wind started to blow. . . and a new magical journey unfolds when the tree house lands in Mongolia! Jack and Annie can hear the drum beat of horses hoofs. The little horses of Mongolia are returning from near extinction and the kids get to meet the people who take care of them. But the horses are still in danger when wolves show up nearby. . . Can Jack and Annie protect the last of the little horses? Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter booksMerlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced readerFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventuresGraphic Novels: Relive the original adventures brought to life with art by Kelly & Nichole MatthewsIf you're lo

The #1 New York Times bestselling The Wild Robot series returns, taking Roz on an action-packed under-the-ocean journey to save her beloved island!Life for Roz and the animals on their island is perfect. But when mysterious, dangerous waters surround the island, the animals are forced inland to fight over dwindling resources.Roz calms and organizes the animals, but the poison tide takes a terrible toll on the island. So the wild robot sets out across the ocean, determined to stop the poison tide. During her journey, Roz encounters amazing geological formations and incredible creatures, and she sees the devastation caused by the toxic waters. Can the wild robot save the ocean and her island and everything she loves?This thrilling third installment of the Wild Robot series takes readers on a new adventure through the ocean and to the frigid northern waters where Roz may have to make the ultimate sacrifice.

揭露雪球城假象後，初凡本以為真相已水落石出，卻發現謊言才正要開始。圓頂內的溫度逐漸升高，新的秘密浮現，而她更被捲入一樁命案，成為眾矢之的。為了證明清白，初凡只能依靠身敗名裂的易本集團繼承人範徽。但在雪球城，誰都可能是敵人，連自己也不例外。The groundbreaking Korean phenomenon that Entertainment Weekly called "The Hunger Games meets Squid Game" continues with even more dark secrets and shocking surprises. The temperature is rising and the truth at the center of Chobahm's frozen world will be revealed in the final installment of this epic dystopian saga. Chobahm's perfect life in Snowglobe came crashing down when she discovered the truth about Haeri; the girl she watched faithfully on television was far from perfect. And the TV family, revered by millions, was nothing more than an illusion created by the Yibonn Media corporation. Nothing is as it seems in the carefully curated programs released from Snowglobe. But revealing the lies behind the Yibonn Media group was only the first crack in Snowglobe. Suddenly, the heat is rising inside the domed utopia--and with the soaring temperatures, come new secrets.

This guidebook for being alive—by the #1New York Timesbestselling authors and award-winning podcast hosts—is a moving exploration of the 20 essential human questions.“We circle around the same 20 Questions throughout our lives. Inside this book are those questions—and the answers that saved my life.”—Glennon DoyleEvery day, Glennon Doyle spirals around the same questions:Why am I like this? How do I figure out what I want? How do I know what to do? Why can’t I be happy? Am I doing this right?Each morning, she’s somehow forgotten all the answers. She wonders:I’m almost fifty years old. I’ve learned a whole lot. Why do I wake up every day having forgotten everything I know?Her sister, Amanda, and her wife, Abby, are the people Glennon calls first when she’s drowning, because they are her life preservers. Recently, in the span of a single year, Glennon was diagnosed with anorexia, Amanda was diagnosed with breast cancer, and Abby lost her beloved brother. For the first time, they were all

In this spellbinding historical novel from theNew York Timesbestselling author ofA Long Petal of the SeaandThe House of the Spirits, a young writer journeys to South America to uncover the truth about her father—and herself.In San Francisco in 1866, an Irish nun, abandoned following a torrid relationship with a Chilean aristocrat, gives birth to a daughter named Emilia del Valle. Raised by a loving stepfather, Emilia grows into an independent thinker and a self-sufficient young woman.To pursue her passion for writing, she is willing to defy societal norms. At the age of seventeen, she begins to publish pulp fiction using a man’s pen name. When these fictional worlds can no longer satisfy her sense of adventure, she turns to journalism, convincing an editor atThe Daily Examinerto hire her. There she is paired with another talented reporter, Eric Whelan.As she proves herself, her restlessness returns, until an opportunity arises to cover a brewing civil war in Chile. She seizes it, as do

A New York Times Bestseller * A Good Morning America Book Club Pick * An NPR Best Book of the Year * A Washington Post Best Thriller of 2024 "A world-class whodunit."--Stephen King "An extremely successful high-wire act, balancing between dark comedy and darker thrills."--Alex Michaelides, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Laugh-out-loud funny, thrilling and twisty..."--Liane Moriarty, #1 New York Times bestselling author What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy's blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It's been years since that horrible night, a

The adventure continues with the thrilling fourth installment in the Skandar series from New York Times and internationally bestselling author A.F. Steadman!As Skandar and his friends begin their fourth year at the Eyrie, the Island’s unicorns are struck by a terrible curse that threatens to change everything. Between a Commodore determined to eliminate the spirit element for good and a sister hellbent on revenge, nowhere is safe for Skandar.As more unicorns are affected by the curse, the clock is ticking for Skandar and his quartet, who find themselves racing for their lives. Can they stop the curse in its tracks before the Island is lost forever?

In this follow up toCat Family ChristmasandCat Family at the Museum, find out what the Cat Family get up to in each season of the year. On every page is a detailed scene with lots of things to discover under the flaps that are waiting to be opened by inquisitive little hands.In spring, follow the cats as they help Grandma and Grandpa Cat in the garden, celebrate new beginnings, and visit the village fete. In summer, join the kittens as they build sandcastles on the beach, go camping in the wood, and take a train ride to visit their grandparents. In fall, come along on a nature walk, carve pumpkins for Halloween, and harvest fruit and vegetables. In winter, enjoy a snowy day building snowcats, celebrate Christmas, and ring in the New Year.This whimsical book celebrates the changing seasons and the simple pleasures that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Lift-the-flap on each page to discover hidden details in each season, from eggs waiting to hatch in the bird's nest to a mouse poking

在暗影城堡裡長大的 Stitch Head，總是默默無聲。但當他偶然發現自己那隻冰藍色眼睛的真相，竟懷疑自己是傳奇海盜 Captain Flashpowder 的一部分？難道他真的是半個海盜？正當 Stitch Head 準備投身驚險刺激的海上冒險時，古堡裡卻發生了一連串離奇事件，讓他不得不放下幻想，面對真正的危機。本書延續 Guy Bass 的荒誕幽默風格，配上 Pete Williamson 怪趣橫生的插圖，在黑暗與可笑之間巧妙遊走，是深受 GRIMWOOD、AMELIA FANG 系列讀者喜愛的另類冒險故事。The second book in the best-selling, laugh-out-loud STITCH HEAD series, by award-winning author Guy Bass, with illustrations by Pete Williamson, brought to almost-life again in this monstrously magnificent graphic novel edition.The first STITCH HEAD book is soon to be a major motion picture. Enter the darkly funny world of Stitch Head, as he steps out of the shadows into the adventure of an almost-lifetime... When Stitch Head sees his ice-blue eye for the very first time, he's convinced that it once belonged to the legendary pirate, Captain Flashpowder.Could it be that he is part-pirate? But as Stitch Head prepares for a life of derring-do on the high seas, some fishy business closer to home puts a stop to his swashbuckling plans.

An uplifting celebration of wildness from a multi-award-winning author and illustrator team, Katya Balen and Gill Smith.A little girl loves playing in the woods and rejoicing in the wildness all around her. She sees secrets in the stars and stories in the earth. But one day she moves to the city. Surrounded by tall, grey buildings, she feels disconnected and alone. She has lost her wild. Or has she? Maybe she will find wildness where she least expects it...

Who doesn’t love a butterfly? Set a little one’s heart aflutter with this exploration of the beautiful creatures, led by everyone’s favorite mouse.Join Maisy as she learns all about gorgeous butterflies! This fifth book in the Maisy’s Planet series introduces children to both butterflies and moths, as it investigates everything from caterpillars to cocoons to the insects in flight. Find out about patterns, color, and camouflage, and open out the final scene to marvel at Maisy’s butterfly- and moth-friendly garden!

The purrrfect series for newly confident readers, beautifully illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner, Jenny Løvlie, and written by bestselling author, Paula Harrison. Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being just like her superhero mum one day, but she's still got a lot to learn.Join her for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon. In Kitty and the Clifftop Peril, Kitty and her family are on holiday at the seaside. It should mean a break from superhero adventures, but there's trouble in the sleepy little fishing town.Someone, or something, is causing chaos down by the harbour. When Kitty's friend Cutlass the pirate cat gets the blame, she knows it's time to put on her superhero cape, catch the culprit, and save the day!For another superhero adventure with Kitty and her cat crew, read Kitty and the Woodland Wildcat.