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"Pizza and Taco start their own after-school club"-- Provided bypublisher.

"Leslie is in trouble. The newspapers are calling her a killer, her allies are either dead or beaten to a pulp, and her enemies are closing in on her. Oh, and she still has a major "inner demons" problem to face. Will Leslie be strong enough to survive all this, or is this really the end of the line for her?"--Page 4 of cover.

Leslie J. Blair is a simple pig girl. She loves sushi, and she is trapped in a job that she hates. She lives with Trish, her best friend. In her world, which is full of anthropomorphic creatures, with a totalitarian government that interferes in the personal lives of its citizens, up to the point of allowing only relationships between individuals of the same race. The transgressors are punished. They are accused of being ... unnatural! The hit Italian comic, an erotic fantasy, romantic suspense series by MIRKA ANDOLFO will bring you in a colorful but terrible world,where personal freedoms are superfluous. Follow Leslie on a breathtaking plot, between thriller and fantasy with a touch of sensuality.

In the final months of World War II, a clandestine group known as The Choir smuggles thousands of escapees out of Nazi-occupied Rome via a secret route known as the Rome Escape Line. When an unidentified airman falls from the sky, The Choir is plunged into lethal danger and the survival of the Escape Line itself is threatened.

"A new novel from the bestselling author of Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead and Interesting Facts About Space"-- Provided by publisher.

"A woman with a heart transplant develops a dangerous infatuation with her donor's husband--who may have had something to do with his late wife's death"-- Provided by publisher.

"Get ready to swoon for this dreamy, forget-me-not romance that's filled with the delightful tartness of Jane Austen and the sweeping, unputdownable drama of Bridgerton" -- Publisher marketing.

"After nearly losing the election to a geriatric but wildly popular donkey named Maurizio, newly installed Mayor Delizia Miccuci can't help but feel like the sun has finally set on the rural Italian village of Lazzarina Boscarino. Tourists only stop by to ask for directions, Nonna Amara's cherished ristorante is long shuttered, and the town hall is disgustingly overrun with glis glis poo-even Postman Duccio has been disgraced. All that's left is Bar Celebrità, a rustic establishment where weary locals gather to quibble over decades-long disputes, submit their poor stomachs to bartender Giuseppina's volcanic espresso, and wonder what will become of the place where together they've spent their entire lives. Little do the villagers know that, mere miles away in the forest, local truffle hunter Giovanni Scarpazza has just happened upon something that could change everything. Swollen to massive proportions, soaking the atmosphere in its pungent fumes, potentially worth six figures in certain international circles, a truffle-un tartufo, that is-sits beneath the soil with the power to either be the greatest gift or the foulest curse the village has ever seen-they're not completely sure which since Giuseppina's psychic was a bit unclear on the matter. Tartufo is much more than a charming romp through the foothills of Tuscany. Written in the same enchanting style and raucous humor that defines Hollow Kingdom and Feral Creatures, Buxton's newest story is a reflection on the interconnectedness of life in all its manifestations-and how holding on to harmony in the face of hardship can grow something beautiful and rare beneath the surface"-- Provided by publisher.

"Poe Webb, host of a popular true crime podcast, invites people to anonymously confess crimes they've committed to her audience. She can't guarantee the police won't come after her "guests," but her show grants simultaneous anonymity and instant fame-a potent combination that's proven difficult to resist. After an episode recording, Poe usually erases both criminal and crime from her mind. But when a strange and oddly familiar man appears on her show, Poe is forced to take a second look. Not only because he claims to be her mother's murderer from years ago but because Poe knows something no one else does. Her mother's murderer is dead. Poe killed him. From the USA Today bestselling author of The Dead Girl in 2A and The New Neighbor comes a chilling new thriller that forces the question: Are murderers always the bad guys?"-- Provided by publisher.

"A married couple joins a week-long wilderness expedition to help them reconnect in this heartfelt companion novel to the viral TikTok sensation Out on a Limb"-- Provided by publisher.

After getting dumped, lonely college dropout Vi Liu discovers a strange blob in an ally outside a bar and takes it home where she works with the increasingly sentient creature and molds it into her ideal partner.

"On the peaceful Japanese island of Teshima there is a library where the heartbeats of visitors from all around the world are collected. In this small, isolated building, the pulses of people who are still alive or who have already passed away continue to echo. Several miles away, in the ancient city of Kamakura, two lonely souls meet: Shuichi, a forty-year-old illustrator, who returns to his hometown to fix up the house of his recently deceased mother, and eight-year-old Kenta, a child he finds wandering like a shadow around it. Day by day, the trust between Shuichi and Kenta grows, until they discover they share a bond that will tie them together for life. Their journey will lead them to Teshima and to the library of heartbeats..."

"In Anselm, Wim Wenders creates a hypnotic portrait of Anselm Kiefer, one of the most innovative and important painters and sculptors of our time. Shot in 6K resolution, and presented theatrically and on Blu-ray in 3D, the film presents an immersive cinematic experience of the German artist's work, which explores the overawing beauty of human existence, landscape, and myth while confronting the horrors of his country's history and seeking to undo the postwar silence in which both artist and director came of age. Through archival footage, biographical scenes, and direct access to his subject at work amid the massive installation in southern France where he now lives among his creations, Wenders traces the arc of Kiefer's career, provoking an engagement with creativity through the senses, the intellect, and the spirit" -From container.

Follow leaders of the world's wealthiest democracies at the annual G7 summit as they attempt to draft a provisional statement regarding a global crisis: a giant brain leading hordes of menacing bog men.

When his partner in crime is kidnapped after pulling off a massive money heist, a notorious professional thief tracks the abductors into the territory of a merciless drug lord, pursued by dirty cops, low-level cronies, and the crime syndicate's deadliest hitman, a gun-loving and coldly charming sociopath known as The Cowboy. But with millions of dollars and multiple lives at stake, how long will loyalty amongst thieves actually last when the bullets start flying?

After the death of their birth mother, two young children are placed in the care of prospective adopted parents, however, it's not long before the new family begin to question if something more sinister is at play.

Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai: Buckaroo Banzai's latest experiments have opened the door to the 8th dimension--and have unwittingly begun an interstellar battle for the world.

Oscar is an Anglican priest who gambles discreetly and donates his winnings to help the poor. Lucinda is an Australian businesswoman who boldly defies the rules of 19th-century society. When they meet over an innocent game of cards, their passion for gambling leads them both down a road of romance, chance and fate that changes their lives forever.

A down on his luck detective travels from the tough streets of Brooklyn, to the hot jazz clubs of New Orleans, and finally to voodoo rituals in the swamps of Louisiana.

"Raised by their divorced, lapsed-Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can't wait to reinvent their lives. The four don't have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their New Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn't be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them--and joining their faith... When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it's past time to change his life. Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he's instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Kramer, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can't seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real--and forever--in time? A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken--and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she's got into her cafe, she's stunned by Jonny's easygoing ways--and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she's even more determined to stay focused--and keep her heart safe... Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for--with each other." -- Provided by publisher.

"Adopted at a young age by a Mormon family in Utah, Kari struggled with questions of self-worth and identity as one of the few Asian Americans in her insulated community, leading her to run with the 'bad crowd' in an effort to fit in. Soon, stealing from superstores turned into picking up men (and picking their pockets), and before she knew it, Kari had graduated from petty theft to Utah's most wanted list. Though Kari was able to escape the Southwest, she couldn't outrun her new moniker: the Hipster Grifter. New York City's indie sleaze scene had found its newest celebrity--just as Kari found herself in a heap of trouble. Jail time, riots, bad checks, and an explosion of internet infamy and fetishization put her name in the spotlight. Beyond the gossip and Gawker posts, there's a side to Kari the media never saw--until now"--Inside jacket flap.

"Loosely based on real events in 12th century England during what was known as "The Anarchy." A time where the country was beset with plague, civil war, and demons. William of Newbury is a neurotic monk, fearful of the earthly world, but confident and unwavering in the face of true evil. He fights the dead to restore peace, but his brother is intent on stopping him, fearing for his soul. Newbury is dark, yet quaint, deadly yet cute. Follow him as he negotiates with thieves, evades his brother and the church, and battles the undead and evil spirits. This is a tale fit for lovers of history and supernatural folklore of all ages"-- Provided by publisher.

"Reluctantly agreeing on a group date to Vampire Island, college student Kim reconnects with a long-lost friend before finding herself enmeshed in a vampire feud."--Provided by publisher.

¡La guía de supervivencia que puede salvar tu vida en una situación de emergencia! Descubre cómo ser el mejor superviviente durante una inundación, un incendio, en plena naturaleza... aprende a conseguir agua potable en cualquier entorno, trata heridas o lesiones, practica la reanimación o enciende un fuego de diferentes maneras... y mucho, mucho más. En este manual de supervivencia descubrirás 125 técnicas, consejos y trucos para la supervivencia moderna. Consejos sencillos pero eficaces, recopilados a través de la experiencia y reunidos para maximizar en cualquier circunstancia tus posibilidades de supervivencia. En este libro conocerás más sobre: La psicología de la supervivencia, Las reglas básicas de la supervivencia, Cómo sobrevivir en la naturaleza, Cómo sobrevivir tras una catástrofe natural, La supervivencia en mar, costa o zona tropical, Cómo preparar el kit de supervivencia perfecto, Supervivencia en circunstancias excepcionales. ¡Conviértete en un auténtico superviviente desde hoy!

"Y otros consejitos sobre amor, citas y ligues. Después de meses saliendo, ¿cómo saber si tu «casi algo» podría ser algo más? ¿Te encanta, pero hay red flags que quizá no estás viendo? ¿Mueres de ganas por enviar ese mensaje, pero no quieres verte intenso/a? Toda la vida nos han dicho que el amor es una cuestión del destino, ¡pero es mentira! Okey, sí, las citas pueden ser difíciles y la química quizá no fluya tan rápido al inicio; sin embargo, hay asuntos que sí están en nuestras manos, por ejemplo, a quién elegimos para salir o la manera en que comunicamos lo que nos gusta y lo que no. Con esta guía descubre las herramientas para escoger mejor a quién ligarte y a quién enviar directito a la banca. Spoiler alert: muy pocos casos en el amor tienen que ver con la suerte, la mayoría se debe a la habilidad para detectar lo que busca la otra persona y, más importante aún, lo que tú quieres encontrar. Aquí nadie te juzgará si solo quieres pasarla bien mientras se pueda, tampoco te criticaremos si lo que deseas es mudarte con tu pareja o, de plano, cortar esa relación de la que ya te cansaste. Aquí estamos en confianza y te ayudaremos a ser sincero/a contigo mismo/a, a saber si estás buscando a alguien que realmente te guste o si tu ego quiere a alguien que te alabe, además de reconocer si te están aplicando el famoso lovebombing (demostraciones excesivas de atención y afecto), así como a dar el primer paso para encontrar el tipo de relación que quieres. Mientras tanto, ¡no le escribas a tu ex!"-- Amazon.com.

Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre las drogas psicodélicas populares. Entrar en el mundo de las drogas psicodélicas puede ser un desafío y muchos no están seguros de por dónde empezar. A medida que la investigación continúa expandiéndose y la legalización de los psicodélicos como la psilocibina se vislumbra en el horizonte, es posible que necesite una guía para comprender qué son los psicodélicos, cómo funcionan y sus posibles beneficios y riesgos. El Manual de psicodélicos es un manual completo al que puede acceder cualquier persona interesada en estas sustancias que "manifestan la mente". Repleto de información sobre psilocibina, LSD, DMT/ayahuasca, mescalina/peyote, ketamina, MDMA, ibogaína, 5-metoxi-DMT ("el sapo") y Salvia divinorum/salvinorina A, este libro es la referencia definitiva para aprender sobre drogas psicodélicas. En su interior encontrará: Información sobre la ciencia y la historia de los psicodélicos; El potencial de los psicodélicos para tratar la depresión, el trastorno de estrés postraumático, el abuso de sustancias y otros trastornos, así como para aumentar el bienestar, la creatividad y la meditación; Cómo viajar de forma segura y qué sabemos sobre las microdosis; Reconocer y atender las reacciones negativas a los psicodélicos; ¡Y mucho más! Psiquiatra de investigación clínica, figura fundadora del renacimiento de la investigación psicodélica estadounidense y autor del best seller DMT: The Spirit Molecule, el Dr. Rick Strassman comparte su experiencia y perspectivas como ni defensor ni enemigo de los psicodélicos para ayudar a los lectores a comprender los efectos de estos extraordinarios fármacos.

"Over and over, U.S. government officials and their mainstream media allies called Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine an "unprovoked attack." The slogan became so overused that people began to ask the obvious question: Why do they protest so much? In Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine, Scott Horton explains how since the end of the last Cold War and the fall of the Soviet Union, successive U.S. administrations pressed their advantage against the new Russian Federation to the point that it finally blew up into a full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine. From NATO expansion into Eastern Europe, to "shock therapy" economic policy, the Balkan and Chechen wars, color-coded revolutions, new missile defense systems, assassinations, Russiagate and ultimately the brutal conflict in Ukraine, Provoked shows what really happened and why it did not have to be this way"--Publisher's description.

Nora Ephron at the Movies offers an unfiltered look at Ephron as a champion of the rom-com and as a feminist Hollywood trailblazer. It explores her life and work by pairing detailed criticism with exclusive interviews with Ephron's key collaborators, including Andie MacDowell and Jenn Kaytin Robinson, to add color and nuance to her life and legacy. The women in her stories paralleled reality--the veil was lifted, the glossy sheen removed. Her protagonists share an unwavering sense of humor about life's mishaps, and they never take themselves too seriously--like Julie trying to master the art of cooking lobsters in Julie & Julia, Sally's theatrical fake orgasm in Katz's deli in When Harry Met Sally, or Rachel perfecting a key lime pie only to throw it in her cheating husband's face in Heartburn. Through her keenly self-aware humor and semi-autobiographical stories, Ephron left behind a groundbreaking legacy as a beloved journalist, essayist, screenwriter, author, producer, director, and feminist who delivered stories of resilience embedded in sharp wit and upper-crust landscapes. Through that lens, she became emblematic of rom-coms, shifting and redefining conversations around the complexities of relationships and the women who have them. Publisher description.

"Save the Bees tells the story of three friends working together to make Clover's pollination route easier with a heartwarming lesson of environmentalism and conservation that will stay with the reader for a lifetime"--Publisher's description.

Save the Sharks tells the story of a tired shark, Frank, whose friends start disappearing! He discovers that environmental changes, overfishing, and pollution are contributing to their disappearance. With the help of a mermaid, Kaleisha, and a diver, Liam, Frank's heart fills with joy as they work together to Save the Sharks!

"Discover the importance of trees with Amari and Momma as we learn about the Great Green Wall! Can you help save the land? Join Amari and Momma on an adventure you'll never forget!"--Back cover.

"Lori wakes to find the streets empty. Everyone has gone. Or at least, nearly everyone. She's thrown into a world where she has to scrape by in the ruins of civilization, nearly starving, hiding from gangs when They arrive."-- Back cover.

"From Edgar Award-winning author Erika Krouse, a visceral, dazzling collection of stories set across the globe, about characters desperate for salvation. Erika Krouse's Edgar Award-winning debut memoir, Tell Me Everything, was hailed by The New York Times Book Review as "lyrical, jarring, propulsive," and The Washington Post as "mesmerizing on every page." Now, with an electrifying new collection of stories, Save Me, Stranger, she further cements her reputation as an essential voice. From the coldest town on earth, to a sex shop in Bangkok, to a haunted bed and breakfast in the Rockies, we meet characters at hinge moments. A runaway fights for her future while driving an ice cream truck in gang territory; a cleaning woman investigates the teenager who died in her stead; an Alaskan terminal patient discovers new life in helping others die. This collection explores the borderlands between humor and hurt, community and self, and hope and despair, redefining what it means to survive. Scalpel-sharp, unsparingly funny, and achingly wise, Krouse's expansive stories build to unforgettable emotional catharses, as these men and women must decide how far they are willing to go to save each other-and themselves"-- Provided by publisher.

Sixteen-year-old Haruka is on a mission to find her mirror, a precious childhood gift from her mother that mysteriously disappeared. While following a strange fox-like creature in the woods, she tumbles into a mystical world where once-cherished toys and treasures go when their owners neglect them. Join Haruka and her new friend Teo on a roller coaster ride of adventure as they contend with the island's greedy ruler, who wants the mirror for his own evil plan!

Tooth and Claw follows Walt and Henry up to Alaska as they look for work after they both returned from serving in Vietnam. While working for an oil company in the bitter cold of winter, they soon encounter a ferocious polar bear who seems hell-bent on their destruction. But it's not too long until they realize the danger does not lurk outside in the frozen Alaskan tundra, but with their co-workers who are after priceless treasure and will stop at nothing to get it.

"When Jinwoo sets about mentoring one of Jinho's recruits--who also happens to be his sister's good friend ... a White Tiger Guild training operation seems like the perfect opportunity to show her what being a hunter really entails. But the moment he and Songyi enter the gate, Jinwoo realizes something is wrong. With a flash of red, the exit vanishes, stranding them and the White Tiger trainees in a frozen forest for what could be weeks--or until someone can defeat the dungeon's formidable boss"-- Provided by publisher

"Some fear the darkness. It's the place where horror hides, concealing its rank, sharp teeth and insatiable hunger. But there is no darkness more feared than that of the mist that's overtaken the kingdom...and its brave--and ultimately doomed-- soldiers. Except for Kiara Frey. She has nothing to fear from the night. Not anymore."-- Provided by publisher.

Sixteen-year-old Jun, determined to restore his father's honor despite not being breathmarked, secretly enters in the elite Guardian's Tournament, where he discovers he is fighting for the country's fate.

In a dystopian world devastated by The Storm, seventeen-year-old Liz finds refuge in her old bookstore, but when Maeve breaks in seeking shelter from another impending storm, the two confront their secrets and inner demons as they fight for their lives.

Seventeen-year-old Finley has only ever had one to become a famous podcaster. This includes coming up with the perfect pitch to land her on her school's podcast team. But when her football-obsessed boyfriend, Jensen, decides to also try out--and uses her idea--she's left confused and betrayed. Determined to get back at him, Finley and her friends try to find the perfect revenge scheme, but quickly discover that Jensen is almost-impossible to best. Keyword, almost. By chance, Finley discovers a knack for kicking and decides to take Jensen's spot on the football team. To help her train, she recruits Jensen's cute but conceited nemeses, Theo. Soon the two discover that their connection runs deeper than football. But Finley can't let herself get distracted, and Theo has secrets of his own. Is true love really better than the perfect revenge?

In an alternate London in 1932, a girl breaks a truce between dragons and humans, and to save her family she must work at Bletchley Park as a codebreaker, in a story about language, loyalty, love and redemption.

"Ever since he woke up in the hospital, Jinwoo's been thrown into a world of cryptic messages, daily quests, and strange dungeons overflowing with creatures he's never even heard of. As he tests out his new abilities, it starts to sink in that he is no longer the Weakest Hunter of All Mankind. Maybe he can finally attain what he's always wanted--enough power to protect himself--but a run-in with an unexpected foe forces Jinwoo to consider just how far he's willing to go to obtain it!"--Page 4 of cover

"The Door in Lake Mallion brings readers into a world of magic, monsters, and the folks who love them, telling a story of dazzling performers, glowing mushroom cities, and the power of shining our light for everyone to see. Dunstan has had big ambitions his entire life -- bigger than the small lakeside town of Knockum -- imagining himself heading a chorus line with a leading man he hasn't quite cast yet. But on his way out of town for good, a gang of his classmates capture him and send him to the bottom of nearby Lake Mallion, rumored to harbor a magical door in its depths. Before Dunstan drowns, the door opens. On the other side is the Geodom of Jet and the reptilian Prince Ven, who is on the run -- from his past, his destiny, and the stories people tell about him. Now Ven has a chance to tell a different story, and he'll use Dunstan to pen the script. But the door has been keeping a dangerous secret that not even the lakebed can contain, and both worlds hang in the balance. Will the final curtain reveal that not all lights are meant to shine?"-- Provided by publisher.

"Lia thought of the dark night, of the broken street light. Had Diana gone out to meet her? Had she been waiting for her, alone in the park? Or had someone been waiting for Diana? Lia and Diana are the "it girls" of Empire Hill High. Their lives are perfect....until Diana disappears and the rumors start flying. Everyone thinks Diana is a runaway, including the police. Lia is secretly convinced it's all a prank. Then she finds a crushed red rose tied with a candy-cane ribbon where Diana went missing. And next to it, a note: YOU. It's the same ribbon Lia's received on gifts from a "secret admirer." Did someone come for Diana that night? And will Lia be next?"-- Provided by publisher.

After seeking retaliation against her cousin Mimi and vindictive foe Beth for relentless bullying, East Indian American Tanvi awakens as the prime suspect in Mimi's disappearance with no memory of the previous night.

"Perley and Amandine are both starting their Junior year late. Perley was diagnosed with diabetes over the summer and has to worry about what this means, both for him and for his family's finances. Amandine is part of a venerated family of vampires, but was turned much sooner than expected after a car accident nearly killed her. When their worlds collide as they make up the time they missed, their fast friendship quickly turns into something more. Amandine sipping Perley's blood holds benefits for the both of them, but it also sets them on a path that could spiral out of control. Will they be able to get their lives back to normal? Or will both have to figure out new ways for their "normal" to look?"--Provided by publisher.

When amateur teen detective Vivian Vance takes on a case in the Pillars, a downtrodden community beneath the highway, she stumbles on a dark secret about her town's history and finds herself face-to-face with the flesh-takers, monsters who snatch unruly kids off the street.