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"Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have a new family member -- Mishka, a bunny rabbit. He soon becomes a beloved part of their new home and gradually, the rabbit -- and also Roya -- get to hear the story of the family's journey from Afghanistan to the Netherlands. Told from different perspectives every time: big Bashir, gentle Hamayun, tough Navid, and sometimes Mom and Dad. Mishka and Roya listen. Anoush Elman and Edward van de Vendel became friends upon Elman's arrival in the Netherlands, and fifteen years later, they decided to write a story for younger readers about his family's experience. This gorgeous chapter book -- illustrated throughout in full color -- is a tender, lyrical story of a young girl processing a new country, new school, and new friends -- and a bunny escape! -- in a story readers and parents will treasure."-- Provided by publisher.

"In a near-future Florida ravaged by climate catastrophe, seventeen-year-old Julieta Villarreal is recruited by a space exploration program for immigrant teens after her twin sister is killed in a car crash"-- Provided by publisher.

"The definitive, deluxe art book about Edward Gorey's theater work--from the iconic Broadway production of Dracula to the wildly creative productions to which he devoted the last decade of his life. Beloved for his intricate ink drawings and darkly humorous storybooks, Gorey also nurtured a lifelong passion for the performing arts. This volume is the first to showcase his extensive theatrical work, including his transition from designing major productions to crafting original community theater pieces on Cape Cod. Written by his friend and collaborator Carol Verburg, this deluxe hardcover edition is filled with annotated scripts, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and over 200 images, including archival photos and previously unpublished artwork. It unveils Gorey at work and play, drawing back the curtain on his enigmatic genius, which continues to inspire creatives and collectors today"-- Provided by publisher.

"Our era is one of significant and substantial loss, yet we barely have time to acknowledge it. The losses range from the personal grief of a single COVID death to the planetary disaster wrought by climate change, in an age of unraveling hopes and expectations, of dreams curtailed, of aspirations desiccated. This is capitalism's death phase. It has become clear that the cost of wealth creation for a few is enormous destruction for others, for the marginalized and the vulnerable but increasingly for all of us. At the same time, we are denied the means of mourning those futures that are being so brutally curtailed. At such a moment, taking the time to grieve is a political act. Sarah Jaffe shows how the act of public memorialization has become a radical statement, a vibrant response to loss, and a path to imagining a better world. When we are able to grieve well the ones we have lost, the causes they fought for, or the examples they bequeathed us, we are better prepared to fight for a transformed future"-- Provided by publisher.

"From hip replacement to learning new bird names, from grandparenting to losing your last dog, from retirement to thoughts of one's legacy, from jury duty to forgetfulness, from getting rid of stuff to the mystery of the afterlife, this book takes the reader on the bittersweet journey of aging with grace and humor"-- Provided by publisher.

"Seven Deadly Sins will explore the underlying nature of the seven deadly sins, their neuroscientific and psychological basis, and their origin in our genes. Gluttony. Greed. Sloth. Pride. Envy. Lust. Anger. These are The Seven Deadly Sins, the vices of humankind that define immorality. But do these sins really represent moral failings, or are they simply important and useful biological functions that humans need to survive? Instead of being acts of immorality, are they really just a result of how our bodies, our psyches, and our brains in particular, are wired? In Seven Deadly Sins: The Biology of Being Human, Guy Leschziner, a professor of neurology, dares to turn much of what society thinks of as morality on its head and to ask these controversial questions. Leschziner takes readers on an exploration of the Seven Deadly Sins as he looks at their neuroscientific and psychological bases, their origin in our genes, and, crucially, how certain medical disorders may give rise to them. He introduces us to patients whose physical and psychological conditions have given rise to behaviours that have for centuries been labelled as "sin" and how these behaviours might actually be evolutionary imperatives that preserve the tribe and ensure the wellbeing of our societies. In Seven Deadly Sins, a book certain to cause debate and raise controversy, Guy Leschziner, a writer who has explored the mysteries of our sleeping brains and the odd crossed wires of our five senses, asks whether these traits truly represent sin, or simply reflect our intrinsic drive to survive and thrive"-- Provided by publisher.

"If you want to improve your health or simply maintain it, The New American Heart Association cookbook, Centennial Edition, is for you. This comprehensive resource provides information on grocery shopping strategies, stocking a healthy kitchen, preparing delicious recipes, eating well, meal planning, and much more. This revised edition of the American Heart Association's flagship cookbook offers not only more than 800 recipes-100 of which are all new and 100 refreshed-to satisfy every palate but also provides the most current dietary and lifestyle recommendations. It is the one-stop guide that should be in everyone's kitchen. The new and revised recipes are based on today's flavor profiles; eating preferences, such as Mediterranean and vegetarian; family favorites; and diverse cultural cuisines, as well as popular appliances including the air fryer, slow cooker, and Instant Pot. This edition includes more than 13 categories of scrumptious recipes, including: Mexican Noodle Soup; Korean Cucumber Salad; Seared Jerk Fish with Broiled Asparagus; Sheet Pan Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, and Green Beans; Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tostadas; Pressure Cooker Five-Spice Beef with Hoisin Sauce; Roasted Vegetable Macaroni and Cheese; Air Fryer Plantains with Lime Crema; Whole-Wheat Sourdough Bread; Mixed Berry Cobbler"-- Provided by publisher.

A selection of the exquisite, passionate verse of the Palestinian poet Najwan Darwish, superbly translated into English.

Elevate your watercolor art with this foolproof guide to mixing stunning colors using just three primary paints! With this approachable handbook, you'll mix the vivid, realistic colors you've been looking for--no more muddy palettes, wasted supplies or premade paints that aren't quite right. Agus Di Stefano, a seasoned watercolor instructor, brings her expert knowledge and relaxed teaching style to 25 curated lessons and exercises that cover.

"Meet the world's most fascinating sea creatures--see the lives and curiosities of colorful fish and coral reefs--this spectacular volume has more than 300 color photos and extraordinary text from a leading marine biologist and underwater photographer, and the international expert on seahorses. In this richly informative volume, brimming with new discoveries and more than three hundred colorful images of jaw-dropping fish and coral reefs, you'll swim in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans; you'll be dazzled in the Coral Triangle and amazed in Triton Bay. Up close you'll meet the Cenderawasih fairy wrasse, with its florescent yellow streak; the polka-dot longnose filefish; and the multicolored seadragon. There are scarlet-colored corals, baby-blue sponges, daffodil crinoids, and all sorts of mystifying creatures that change color at the drop of a hat. The whale shark is almost larger than life and the author's beloved pygmy seahorse, unless photographed, is almost too tiny to see. The wondrous creatures inside are charmers and tricksters and excel in the arts of seduction and deception, and you'll have the rare chance to see and delight in their antics. You'll also learn what they eat, how they play, and how they care for one another, live on one another, and mimic others when they're afraid. There is also compelling insight into the naming process, which sea creatures are facing extinction, and how we can help them before it's too late"--Publisher's description

"Improve relationships at home and work by remembering the lessons of childhood about conflict resolution, the excitement of discovery, the power of peaceful play and the magic of curiosity"-- Provided by publisher.

Written by her own daughter, this biography chronicles the astonishing courage Andře Griotteray, a teenage girl in Nazi-occupied Paris who would become a hero of the French Resistance through her harrowing work as an underground intelligence courier.

Pamela Anderson invites you into her kitchen and down-to-earth family fairy kingdom on Vancouver Island--offering a whimsical and entertaining collection of more than 80 recipes that will nourish your heart. With a career that has spanned Hollywood fame and activism, Pamela's journey has taken her from a humble upbringing to the forefront of show business. Today, she resides in her cherished family home, where she is rooted in her passions: cooking, sustainable design, and gardening. Now, Pamela shares her first cookbook full of treasured homegrown and world-influenced recipes with a warm and inclusive spirit; it started out merely as a housewarming gift for her sons and their girlfriends. Her recipes are a testament to the fact that cooking only with vegetables can be both indulgent and comforting, offering a luxurious fantasy experience. The book features her unique and delicious recipes and provides insights into fun homemaking, from entertaining guests to preserving the bounties of your garden. Pamela advocates a mindful, nurturing approach to feeding both the body and soul. -- Provided by publisher.

"From true-crime legend T. J. English, the epic, behind-the-scenes saga of "Los Muchachos," one of the most successful cocaine trafficking organizations in American history--a story of glitz, glamour, and organized crime set against 1980's Miami"-- Provided by publisher.

"A rare and timely parenting memoir by a queer Black mother, Mama follows the impact of incarceration on a family, exploring the generational trauma and pulling back the curtain on the foster care system"-- Provided by publisher.

"Featuring Blanchard family photos and new facts about Gypsy's life that she previously kept private, My Time to Stand offers an unprecedented look at the real Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, proudly embarking on her ongoing journey to recovery and self-discovery"-- Provided by publisher.

In Latin America, as disease spreads among the people, Angustias Romero flees with her family, but tragically, her children die along the way. Grief-stricken, she finds her way to a border town corrupted by greed but where she is able to lay her children to rest in a cemetery. But the cemetery is the focal point of a land dispute, and Angustias is caught up in a power struggle.

"One of only two non-presidents to appear on US currency, Ben Franklin was a founder, statesman, scientist, inventor, diplomat, publisher, humorist, and philosopher. He believed in the American experiment, but Ben Franklin's greatest experiment was . . . Ben Franklin. Eric Weiner embarks on an ambitious quest to live the way Ben lived. Not a conventional biography, Ben & Me is a guide to living and thinking well. At a time when history is either neglected or contested, Weiner argues we have much to learn from the past and that we'd all be better off if we acted and thought a bit more like Ben did"-- Back cover.

Knock, knock! Guess who? It's Ghost and his spooky friends delivering Halloween treats. Open the door to see who's at home. You've been boo'd!

"When the temperature drops far below freezing, many people plan to stay warm and cozy inside. But when it's 'so cold' that everyday things behave in unusual ways, it is worth the effort to get outside and play!" -- Amazon.

"A lift-the-flap counting book that runs from ten to one, with a different endangered animal revealed on each page"-- Provided by publisher.

"Madison Bettencourt has tried to assemble all the pieces of a perfect life, but nothing fits quite the way it should. She's moved back home to Montana to care for her grandmother, who is slipping further and further away. And she's called off her wedding, and worries her dreams of a family are fading with it. As Madison rattles around her family home, childhood memories come flooding back. Bliss Morgan transformed eight-year-old Madison with her loyalty, and for a while, the two girls were as close as can be. But Madison never understood why Bliss suddenly vanished, leaving only a friendship bracelet and a message etched into a matchbook"-- Provided by publisher.

It is a unique cinematic experience that invites audiences on a vibrant journey through the life of cultural icon Pharrell Williams. Told through the lens of LEGO animation, turn up the volume on your imagination and witness the evolution of one of music's most innovative minds.

"Hidden away for fifteen years, Letty Hood must now return home under the protection of Pinkerton agent Philip Carmichael to claim her birthright. As they journey together, Letty and Philip come to rely on each other, but their growing feelings might become their greatest weakness when confronted by the villain determined to destroy them"-- Provided by publisher.

Joel's wealthy suburban Chicago parents are going on vacation and leaving him in charge of the house. They trust their college-bound 17-year-old son but they shouldn't. Every kid's dream is every parent's nightmare. No sooner do Joel's parents step on the plane than he raids the liquor cabinet, has a joyride in Dad's Porsche, and has a night of passion with a young call girl named Lana.

"Fang the Hunter is always on the lookout for treasure, and rumors of an eighth Chaos Emerald are too juicy to ignore. If anyone can find the too-good-to-be-true gem, it's this crafty bounty hunter and his team: Bark the Polar Bear and Bean the Dynamite! And who better to get information about the Chaos Emeralds from than the likes of Knuckles the Echidna, Miles "Tails" Prower, and Sonic the Hedgehog himself! Meanwhile, Sonic and Tails have their own problems to deal with: a mysterious disappearing flying battle station! But what does the evil Dr. Eggman have to do with it? Find out as Fang and his gang embark on a treasure hunt for the ages where they'll have to use every ounce of their criminal creativity to evade the do-gooders and claim their prize. Fingers crossed it actually exists! Eight Chaos Emeralds? Sounds too good to be true!"-- Provided by publisher.

"Marvel Super Stories is the first-ever middle-grade anthology from Marvel Comics, featuring all-new comics stories by 15 all-star cartoonists."-- Publisher's website.

Taylor Swift's lyrics are packed with literary connections. Make sure you're catching them all with this expert guide to the novels, poems, and plays that influenced her songwriting.

Contrary to the teachings of the church today, in the first several centuries of Christianity's existence, there was no consensus as to who Jesus was or why he had mattered. Instead, there were many different Christs. Catherine Nixey unearths the different versions of Christ who existed in the minds of early Christians, and the process of evolution, and elimination, by which Jesus became the singular figure we know today.

Kingdom of Gododdin, AD 580: After defeating the Angles at the Battle of the Caledonian Wood, Languoreth, her daughter Angharad, brother Lailoken, and the warrior Artúr mac Aedan are reunited. Artúr receives a mysterious summons from his father in Dalriada, Languoreth and Lailoken return to Strathclyde to maintain the fragile peace between the Christians and the people of the Old Way, and Angharad hopes to become the initiate of the Celtic druid Briochan.

A book that actually takes you inside - and around - the human body to see how it works, with the help of some truly unique illustrations and some very small people! Explore your brain, your bones, and everything in between in incredible cross-section drawings of all the body systems. Inside each one are teams of tiny characters busy at work, and explaining what's going on. Every page is packed with jaw-dropping facts. Did you know that the skin is your largest organ - in an adult it's 2 sq m (22 sq ft). Or that the skeleton consists of 206 bones, the smallest - and most delicate - in your ear? Have you ever thought about how heavy the brain is? Well, it's about 1.4 kg (3 lb) and is crammed with 100 billion nerve cells that help you think and move. And by the time you turn 75, your heart will have pumped blood around your body 4,000 million times! With the challenge of finding two tiny explorers making their way through the body, Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Human Body , learning about anatomy has never been so much fun!

Gives readers an exploded view of 12 objects, places, landmarks, and modes of transport.

Working from plans of an actual 14th century European castle, Stephen Biesty has sliced the building into various cross-sections, each one teeming with life and detail.

"A visual and informative guide to the numerous crawly creatures on Earth, now revised and updated in the relaunched DK Eyewitness Books format. Get up close and personal and be an eyewitness to some of the most successful, adaptable, and numerous crawly creatures on the planet with DK Eyewitness Books: Insect. See how the first animals to fly actually take to the skies; discover the difference between beetles and bugs; witness a wasp building a nest; play hide-and-seek with moths; and learn much more about the anatomy, behavior, habitats, and classification of the billions of insects on Earth"-- publisher.

Axolotl Step-by-Step Drawing for Kids is not just a drawing book—it’s a journey into the playful, whimsical world of axolotls. Packed with 60 unique and irresistibly cute characters, this book turns blank pages into canvases full of personality, from superhero axolotls to silly, sporty ones. Perfectly designed for kids ages 5-10, each step-by-step guide sparks creativity, builds drawing skills, and boosts confidence with every completed masterpiece.-- from Amazon.com

"In this retelling of the classic ballet story, bring Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty to life by pressing the musical notes on each page. Join the King and Queen as they throw a party for their new baby, Princess Aurora. But when a terrible guest arrives and places a curse on princess, the whole kingdom will have to come together to defeat it... Read the story and then turn to the back of the book to read about the music clips." --Publisher description.

"Discover the spellbinding magic of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream in this musical reimagining of Mendelssohn's most famous suites - push the button in each scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Mendelssohn's score. This story takes us to Athens where the Duke and Queen are to be married. However, not everyone is as happy, and on one midsummer's night, mischievous fairies, lively actors and young lovers get caught up in a series of pranks and events in the nearby woods. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes of Shakespeare's most beloved and comedic play, press the buttons on each page to hear 10 excerpts from the incidental music! Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Felix Mendelssohn, with details about his composition of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms." -- Amazon.com.

"Discover the spellbinding magic of The Planets in this musical reimagining of one of Holst's most famous suites.Push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Holst's score.This tale is about a brother and sister who adventure deep into our solar system. Our story begins one night as Helen and Tim get ready for bed in their new space rocket bunk beds... but sleep will have to wait as they magically blast up, up, up into the glittering night sky, leaving planet Earth far below them. Helen and Tim journey here, there and everywhere through our majestic solar system. They soar past the cold rocky surface of Mars as it rises into towering peaks and plunges into deep canyons and glide through a bumpy asteroid belt made of icy rocks. They blast deeper into our solar system, exploring the dazzling stars and astounding planets along the way. But now it really is time to head home! As the rocket speeds towards Earth, Tim and Helen watch the sun rise over their planet. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the score. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music.At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Gustav Holst, with details about his composition of The Planets. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms."-- Amazon.com.

A retelling of the Mozart opera about a prince who goes on a quest to rescue a princess. Includes selected musical recordings from the opera, a biographical note about Mozart, a glossary, and explanations of the relevance of each musical selection.

This tale of a prince, a beautiful swan princess and an evil sorcerer begins in a woodland clearing far, far away. It is Prince Siegfried's 21st birthday. He is playing games with his friends when his mother, the Queen, arrives to tell him he needs to stop having fun and start looking after the kingdom. Prince Siegfried dreams of running away. He follows an enchanting flock of swans to a clearing by a lake, where four of the little cygnets begin to dance. The most beautiful swan transforms into the Princess Odette, who tells him that she has been cursed to turn into a swan by day and return to her natural form at night by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. As the prince and Odette dance, they begin to fall in love.

"This exciting Spidey and His Amazing Friends collection featurestwelve stories that can be read aloud in five minutes. Each action-packed adventure is paired with colorful illustrations featuring Team Spidey, as well as baddies like Electro, Rhino, and Gobby."--Provided by publisher.

Everyone loves Boo! His signature fluffy head and teddy bear-like persona are irresistibly adorable. With nearly a million Facebook fans, and adding more each day, Boo is poised to become an international superstar. This charming book features exclusive new photographs of Boo doing all his favorite things: lounging around, playing with friends, exploring the whole wide world, and making those famous puppy-dog eyes. To know Boo is to love him, and this book is for anyone who loves the cutest dog ever.

"When a series of brutal, mysterious deaths start plaguing the countryside and whispers of a beast in the mountains reach the quiet French hamlet of Mende, most people believe it's a curse--God's punishment for their sins. But to sixteen-year-old Joséphine and her best friend, Clara, the beast isn't a curse. It's an opportunity. For years, the girls of Mende have been living in a nightmare--fathers who drink, brothers who punch, homes that feel like prisons--and this is a chance to get them out. Using the creature's attacks as cover, Joséphine and Clara set out to fake their friends' deaths and hide them away until it's safe to run. But escape is harder than they thought. If they can't brave a harsh winter with little food... If the villagers discover what they're doing... If the beast finds them first... Those fake deaths might just become real ones."--Amazon.

While visiting a Christmas market in her Norwegian town, eight-year-old Mariann connects with an adorable, living stuffed bear sitting on the top shelf of a carnival game booth. But when someone else wins Teddy, it's up to him and his new hedgehog friend, Bolla, to reconnect with Mariann and discover the true importance of family and friendship.

"Noted authorities answer questions and demonstrate a variety of therapy techniques, including analyzing speech and stuttering; improving attitudes about speech and stuttering; modifying stuttering and overall communication; transferring new skills into the real world; maintaining improvement outside the therapy setting ... As an added bonus, this DVD includes Stuttering: Straight Talk for Teens. David Wilkins, a high school student who stutters, narrates this 30-minute film featuring many teens who talk about their stuttering and what works for them. Noted professionals offer expert information and helpful advice on handling social and academic situations."--Container.

By the year 2044, artificial intelligence reigns, and human emotions are a liability that must be surgically removed to produce a more pliant workforce. But this procedure triggers Gabrielle to experience haunting memories of her past lives, as she encounters different incarnations of her paramour, Louis, first in belle epoque Paris and then in 2014 Los Angeles. As she once more undergoes the pains and pleasures of romance and rediscovers what it means to be truly alive, Gabrielle awaits the erasure of her humanity with growing fascination and dread. In his most ambitious film yet, visionary director Bertrand Bonello freely adapts Henry James's novella The Beast in the Jungle into a visually stunning science-fiction labyrinth that is as metaphysically mysterious as it is emotionally powerful. Powered by Seydoux's heartrending performance, The Beast poignantly imagines the consequences of humankind becoming too afraid to risk the inherent vulnerability of love.

A disgraced podcast host interviews an eccentric farmer who claims to have a monster living in the woods near his house.

The exciting conclusion of the two-part saga that will stay true to the graphic novel by Alan Moore. Chapter II: Outlawed superheroes grapple with their personal lives and each other while racing the clock to solve a deepening mystery connected to an impending nuclear war between the United States and Russia.